Episodes
Nov. 7, 2022
Episode #33 - Garrett "Jive Turkey" Tandy "What is it like to re-enter the Matrix?"
In this episode, Courtney talks with Garrett "Jive Turkey" Tandy for a check in after his most recent thru hike on the Pacific Crest Trail. They talk about the different experiences of forest and desert hiking, the challenge…
Oct. 31, 2022
Steve "Mighty Blue" Adams -"Why would you hike the entire AT, twice?!"
In this episode, Courtney talks with Steve "Mighty Blue" Adams, the host of "Mighty Blue on the Appalachian Trail - The Ultimate Mid-Life Crises". They discuss the amazing trail community, what it's like to settle in and fee…
Oct. 24, 2022
Episode #31 - Anniversary Bonus "1 Trip around the sun!"
Happy Anniversary! In this special bonus episode Courtney talks with three fantastic guests in some "after party" conversations: 1. Grant "Detour" Breidenbach talks about keeping the wilderness wild and they swap stories abo…
Oct. 17, 2022
Episode #30 Andrew Verlezza - "What's it like to countdown to a thru hike?"
In this episode, Courtney talks with Andrew Verlezza, a former chef and future Appalachian Trail thru-hiker. They discuss what it's like to try keto and intermittent fasting on the trail, recovering from injury while preppin…
Oct. 10, 2022
Episode #29 - "What is a Frankenstein Hiking Show?"
In this episode, Courtney has stitched together three bonus reels never heard on her show. She riffs in an "after party" conversation with Gary "Green Giant" Sizer, Anna "Mudbutt" Huthmaker and Christine "Lady Unicorn" Reed.…
Oct. 3, 2022
Episode #28 - Travis (Sir Plansalot) Miller - “How does hiking prepare you for a hurricane?”
In this special episode, Courtney talks with her husband, Travis “Sir Plansalot” Miller. Just days after Hurricane Ian left a swathe of destruction through their neighborhood, they sit down to talk about what it’s like to ev…
Sept. 26, 2022
Episode #27 Dr. Natalie Bonthius - "How can I be prepared so I won't need first aid?"
In this episode, Courtney talks with Dr. Natalie Bonthius, wilderness first aid specialist and founder of Survival Med. They talk about what intrigued Dr. Bonthius about this field, how medicine in the wild can be so differe…
Sept. 19, 2022
Episode #26 The Suttons - "How can you adventure as a family?"
In this episode, Courtney talks with Josh and Cassie Sutton about their recent trip with their 6 year old son, Harvey and about their 2021 thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. Listen in as Cassie and Josh explain why they mad…
Sept. 12, 2022
Episode #25 Dutch and Skunkape - "Why should you try hammock camping?"
**Notes with guest** **My Commentary** Closing Question: I am striving to be more present and "real", hence Unfiltered. What ways are you trying to be more Unfiltered in your life now? **Show Notes** In this episode, Cour…
Sept. 5, 2022
Episode #24 Lucky Charm - “Can a change of scenery really change you?”
In this episode, Courtney talks with Sierra "Lucky Charm" Peters-Buckland as she attempts her thru-hike of the Pacific Crest Trail. They discuss how her adventurous spirit was awakened, what it's like traveling in the Sierra…
Aug. 29, 2022
Episode #23 - Chelsea McCurdy - "What does it mean to move joyfully?"
In this episode, Courtney gets unfiltered with Chelsea McCurdy. They talk about what it is like to notice yourself slipping into a depressed state and how hiking can be whatever we need it to be. They answer the question: "W…
Aug. 22, 2022
Episode #22 - Joseph "Whiskey Joe" Ryan - "Is it hard to thru hike with your best friend?"
In this episode, Courtney talks with Joseph "Whiskey Joe" Ryan. Joseph completed his Appalachian Trail thru hike in 2021 with his best friend, Travis/Roosta. They talk about what life is like before and after a thru hike, Jo…
Aug. 15, 2022
Episode #21 - Jamila Minnifield (Turtle) - "What is Wilderness Therapy?"
In this episode, Courtney talks with Jamila Minnifield, aka Turtle. Jamila is a wilderness therapist and describes her experiences with her own "group of unicorns," how natural consequences can help kids back in the "real wo…
Aug. 8, 2022
Episode #20 - Keith Foskett (Fozzie) - "How can we rebel against the status quo?"
In this episode, Courtney gets unfiltered with Keith "Fozzie" Foskett, author and worldwide hiker. They discuss long trails all over the world and particularly in the UK, living a wanderlust lifestyle, and they ask the quest…
Aug. 1, 2022
Lightning Round #3 - Brian Livingston (Mr Frodo)
In this Bonus Episode, Courtney gets unfiltered with Brian "Mr. Frodo" Livingston in a fun game of lightning-round questions! Brian Livingston was born and raised in Atlanta, GA. He went to Clemson University and earned a de…
July 25, 2022
Episode # 19 Brian Livingston - What are the long-term effects of a thru hike?
In this episode, Courtney talks with Brian Livingston aka Mr. Frodo. They dive in to how a gap year of thru-hiking influenced his first novel, how to incorporate nature in parenthood, and why animals are so fascinating. They…
July 18, 2022
Episode #18 - Emily (In Tune) Janecek - "Is it safe for a woman to hike alone?"
In this episode, Courtney talks with Emily (In Tune) Janecek about her current attempted thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. They talk about hiking partners, hike timing, and Emily answers the question: Is it safe for a woma…
July 11, 2022
Lightning Round #2 - Garret "Jive Turkey" Tandy
In this Bonus Episode, Courtney gets unfiltered with Garret "Jive Turkey" Tandy in a fun game of lightning-round questions! Garrett Tandy, Jive Turkey, is an accomplished hiker. After completing his 2021 thru-hike of the AT …
July 4, 2022
Episode #17 - Grant "Detour" Breidenbach - "What about bears?"
In this episode, Courtney talks to Grant "Detour" Breidenbach, of Bear Vault, about the challenges of bear safety. Should you hang your food? Should you carry a bear canister? How far away should it be from your camp? What t…
June 27, 2022
Lightning Round #1 - Christine "Lady Unicorn" Reed
In this Bonus Episode, Courtney gets unfiltered with Christine "Lady Unicorn" Reed in a fun game of lightning-round questions! Christine Reed is a long-distance backpacker and author of the memoir, Alone in Wonderland. She s…
June 20, 2022
Episode #16 - Christine Reed (Lady Unicorn) - "You want to be alone, on purpose?!"
In this episode, Courtney gets unfiltered with Christine "Lady Unicorn" Reed. They talk about what it feels like to get bitten hard by the hiking bug, redefining independence, and intentionally taking on major challenges to …
June 6, 2022
Episode #15 - Anna Huthmaker (Mud Butt) - "Does It Take a Village to Hike a Trail?"
In this episode, Courtney has a conversation with Anna "Mud Butt" Huthmaker about the hiking community that she created, Trail Dames. They explore the concept of how we can, and do, support each other on the trail so that we…
May 16, 2022
Episode #14 - Andrew Forestell (Reptar)" - "How is being miserable fun?"
In this episode, Courtney chats with Andrew Forestell, aka Reptar. Andrew shares some of his craziest adventures and together they answer the question: How is being miserable fun?! Andrew "Reptar" Forestell is an entreprene…
May 2, 2022
Episode #13 - John and Missy Baatz - "How much is enough?" (Part 2)
In this episode, Courtney has an unfiltered conversation with Jon and Missy Baatz that was so much fun it had to be broken into two episodes! In Part 2 the Baatz dive into life on a long trail with a spouse/significant other…