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New Song Church Port PerryToday You Will be With Me in Paradise (Luke 23:29-43)Two criminals have been crucified with Jesus and are placed on each side of him. One mocks, while the other asks to be remembered. This moment shows the heart of Jesus and the hope of the cross and the resurrection. Speaker: Curate Matthew Usherwood, 18 April 2025 (Good Friday)2025-04-1813 min
New Song Church Port PerryThe One and Future King (Luke 19:28-40)Jesus now makes his way into Jerusalem in a Triumphant way. We see from this text that Jesus is the all knowing King, we see evidence of Jesus being King and we see how to worship the King. But, everything must be seen in light of the cross or we'll miss it. Matthew Usherwood13 April 20252025-04-1521 min
New Song Church Port PerryJames: Gospel Driven Prayer (5:13-20)James concludes his letter with a call for prayer in all season of life. Whether you are facing suffering, joy, sickness, prayer is the answer. But why? Gospel driven prayer orients the heart of a disciple of Jesus in a way that causes it to say “not my will but your will be done”.Matthew Usherwood 06 April 20252025-04-1023 min
New Song Church Port PerryJames: Controlling the Tongue (3:1-12)James continues to get right to the point concerning the Christian life. This time he focuses in on the tongue and on how what comes out of our mouthes shows where our hearts are. It's impossible to tame the tongue and our only hope is the finished work of Jesus on the cross. 16 February 2025Curate Matthew Usherwood 2025-02-1827 min
New Song Church Port PerryJames: Faith That Works (2:14-26)Isn't works based faith anti-gospel? James shows us it's not; if you find your grounding in the cross of Christ. He gives practical and Old Testament examples to drill his point home. Life changing faith is a visible faith.Speaker: Curate Matthew Usherwood09 February 20252025-02-1126 min
New Song Church Port PerryJames: Where to Find True Liberation (1:18-27)The Christian walk is not just one of passivity. It's requires faithful obedience. But if that's the case, doesn't that contradict justification by faith? In this sermon we will work through the idea of how true liberation leads to faithful obedience. Curate Matthew Usherwood26 January 20252025-01-2828 min
New Song Church Port PerryHe Heals the Brokenhearted (Psalm 147)The book of Psalms is a treasure trove of spiritual nourishment. Psalm 147 speaks directly to the heart of those who are brokenhearted, outcast and wounded. It also shows the posture that's needed to come before the Lord. Matthew Usherwood 29 December 20242025-01-0225 min
New Song Church Port PerryAdvent: Behold the Lamb of God! (John 1:19-34)Who was John the Baptist and why does he call out "Behold the Lamb of God" when he sees Jesus? This sermon explores, 1. The Humble Messenger, 2. The Lamb of God, 3. The Baptism of the Heart. Matthew Usherwood 15 December 20242024-12-1728 min
New Song Church Port PerryAdvent: Manifested Saviour (1 John 1:1-10)What does the Apostle John mean when he says the "Manifested Saviour" that we've, "seen, heard, and touched with our hands," and what does that mean for us? Does this relate to Advent at all? Matthew Usherwood 01 December 20242024-12-0326 min
New Song Church Port PerryProverbs: When to Speak and When to be SilentWhere do you find your words? and What are your intentions in using them? To live wisely by God's design, this requires careful consideration and Gospel application. Proverbs: 6:12-19; 10:14; 11:9; 15:1-4; 16:24-27Matthew Usherwood17, November, 20242024-11-2024 min
New Song Church Port PerryProverbs: Gospel FriendshipThe journey to wisdom can't be a road travelled alone, it must be done in Gospel Friendships. What exactly is a Gospel Friendship? Proverbs gives a starting point to discern it. (Proverbs 17:17; 18:24; 25:17, 20; 26:18-19; 27:5, 6, 9, 14, 17; 28:23; 29:5)Matthew Usherwood 27 October 20242024-10-2927 min
New Song Church Port PerryProverbs: The Difference Between Diligence and LazinessWhat does the Bible have to say about work? The book of Proverbs' gives some very practical examples, but how do we apply it to our lives? The only way this is possible is through the cross of Jesus. (Prov 6:6-11; 10:4-5; 15:19; 24:30-34)13, October, 2024Speaker: Curate Matthew Usherwood 2024-10-1525 min
New Song Church Port PerryProverbs: The Heart of the Righteous and The Heart of the Wicked (11:1-15)The bible teaches that all desires, thoughts, and actions flow from the heart. But where did this start, and what are we supposed to do about it? Proverbs shows us this. Matthew Usherwood29 September 20242024-10-0125 min
New Song Church Port PerryThe Way of the Blessed (Psalm 146)The book of Psalms ends with five Psalms of praise. In Psalm 146, the first of the five, we see that the way of the blessed is deliberate praise, trust and, hope in the covenant God. But how is this done? In this sermon we explore this. Speaker: Curate Matthew Usherwood08, September, 20242024-09-1023 min
New Song Church Port PerryGalatians: Grace Alone (6:11-18)Paul closes his letter with a clear call to boast only in the cross of Jesus Christ. Nothing else will save you except faith in Jesus’ work on the cross. But the amazing thing is that’s it is only through grace alone that it’s possible. Speaker: Curate Matthew Usherwood 08 September 20242024-09-0526 min
New Song Church Port PerryGalatians: Keep in Step with the Spirit (5:16-26)Paul now gets right to the point with practical application. Either, you practice the desires of the flesh or the desires of the Spirit. But how? Paul lays it out. 18 August 2024Speaker: Curate Matthew Usherwood2024-08-1827 min
New Song Church Port PerryGalatians: How to Live a Gospel Life (3:1-14)With all this talk about being "Justified by Faith Alone", it leaves us wondering, how does this get lived out practicality? Paul now lays it out in chapter three. In this sermon we look at three points, Gospel Focused, Gospel Centred and Gospel Freedom. 14 July 2024Speaker: Curate Matthew Usherwood 2024-07-1627 min
New Song Church Port PerryGalatians: Justified by Faith? (2:15-21)As Paul is recalling the time he confronted Peter for not keeping in step with the Gospel; he lays out the foundational doctrine of Justification by Faith. The Galatians' are being led astray by a false gospel and Paul shows how Faith in Jesus' work on the cross is the only thing needed to have eternal life. 07 July 2024Speaker: Curate Matthew Usherwood 2024-07-0925 min
New Song Church Port PerryGalatians: Called to Be Free (2:1-14)Paul is continuing his testimony to prove that the gospel he preaches to the Gentiles, is the true gospel of Jesus Christ. He does this by showing that only the true gospel gives freedom and brings lasting unity. 30 June 2024Speaker: Curate Matthew Usherwood 2024-07-0231 minNew Song Church Port Perry"Do You Love Me More Than These?" (John 21:15-22)Here we see Jesus recommissioning Peter by asking him the simple but weighty question, "do you love me more than these?" These is a question we all need to ask ourselves. Will we give up and endure anything to follow Jesus and are we tending to his sheep. If we try to do this on our own we'll fail. This is only possible through the Gospel.Speaker: Matthew Usherwood 02 June 20242024-06-0223 minNew Song Church Port PerryThe Upside-Down Life (Romans 8:11-17)It's often said that the true way to live life is to do whatever feels true to you. The Christian life is considered upside-down to many, but why? What if it provided the true way we are supposed to live, in relationship with the Triune God. May 26, 2024Speaker: Curate Matthew Usherwood2024-05-2625 min
New Song Church Port PerryActs: The Gospel Surpasses & Transcends our Expectations (27:39-28:10)Paul is now on his way to Rome but his ship becomes shipwrecked. In this moment we can see how the Gospel shapes our own lives but also affects those around us. Speaker: Curate Matthew Usherwood, 5 May 20242024-05-0531 min
New Song Church Port PerryActs: "What Shall I Do, Lord?" (22:1-22)It's so easy to fall into a gospel of law or liberation. But both are in fact not good news. Only the Gospel of Grace will truly transform your life with lasting effects. We must fully give our lives to Jesus and ask Him, "What shall I do, Lord?" 21 April 2024, Matthew Usherwood 2024-04-2128 min
New Song Church Port PerryActs: Our Hearts' Unknown God (17:16-34)Augustine famously said, "Our hearts are restless until we rest in you (God)". Paul is now in Athen's and he sees this playing out before him. Our own hearts long to worship the living God who created the universe but are we truly worshipping Him or something else? Speaker: Curate Matthew Usherwood 7 April 20242024-04-0827 minNew Song Church Port PerryThe Visible Gospel (Luke 22:14-23)What happens during the Passover meal before Jesus's crucification and resurrection? What does Lord's Supper even mean? Why do we still do this? Is it actually his body and blood or is it a metaphor?Matthew Usherwood 28 March 2024 (Maundy Thursday)2024-03-2819 min
New Song Church Port PerryActs: The Gospel Changes Lives (16:25-40)Acts chapter sixteen has three case studies showing how the Gospel changes lives. It shows practical ways how the Gospel should be changing our own lives. Has your life been gripped with the Gospel?Speaker: Curate Matthew Usherwood, 24 March 20242024-03-2428 min
New Song Church Port PerryActs: But With God All Things Are Possible (13:1-3, 13-16, 26-52)In our heart of hearts we all deal with pride and prejudice. This passage shows up there is nothing new under the sun. Without Jesus, we will never change. Matthew Usherwood, 3 March 20242024-03-0332 min
New Song Church Port PerryActs: Hope for the Unredeemable (9:1-22)Saul, by all standards appeared to be a person who would never change his mind towards those who followed Jesus. He hated them and sought to jail anyone who claimed that Jesus was alive. But, we see in this passage that God had something else in mind and Saul’s entire life is changed in a moment. Matthew Usherwood 18 February 2024 2024-02-1831 min
New Song Church Port PerryActs: The One Who Fulfills Your Deepest Desire (8:26-40)The story of Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch speaks to our deepest desire. This is something we all struggle with but also try to hide as well. Jesus is the only one who can truly fulfill it. Curate Matthew Usherwood 14 February 20242024-02-1520 min
New Song Church Port PerryActs: "Look At Me" (3:1-16)What happens when the life you made for yourself pushes you out and leaves you begging? Only one person can truly heal you from it and that's Jesus. But how? Matthew Usherwood 28 January 20242024-01-2930 min
New Song Church Port PerryActs: You Will Be My Witnesses (2:1-14, 22-32)Jesus before ascending into heaven told his disciples he will send the Holy Spirit. What did this mean for his disciples, but what does it also mean for you? Pentecost is the starting place for the beginning of living out Jesus' command, "You will be my witnesses."Matthew Usherwood 14, January, 20242024-01-1428 min
New Song Church Port PerryLuke: The Disciple's Heart (2:21-38)What can we learn from this passage of scripture and how can we apply it to our lives? Firstly, Jesus is confirmed as the saviour of the world. Secondly, we see examples of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. Matthew Usherwood, 31 December 2023.2023-12-3124 min
New Song Church Port PerryLessons & Carols: Complete Service of God's Word & Sacred MusicLessons & Carols is a unique service of sharing and singing: we share Good News from God's Word and then heartily respond in song.Prelude - Heather WilliamsLet All Mortal Flesh - Choir (arr. Rutter)O Come, O Come EmmanuelWelcome & Lord's PrayerLighting the Advent Wreath & O Come EmmanuelThe First Lessons from Genesis 1 & John 1Jesus Christ the Apple Tree - Emma Liebich (solo), ChoirThe Second Lessons from Isaiah 61 & Luke 4Come Thou Long Expected JesusThe Third L...2023-12-181h 34
New Song Church Port PerryLuke: The Innocent King Crucified (23:13-49)Have you ever experienced a moment of injustice in your life? The crucification narrative shows Jesus experienced immense injustice and was murdered from it. But why? The Jewish people were expecting a triumphant, dominating king, to rule the nations. But God gives them a king they never knew they needed, to save all nations. Jesus willingly experienced injustice for you, and opens the door to all who put their faith and trust in Him as Lord and Saviour.Matthew Usherwood, 03 December 2023.2023-12-0328 min
New Song Church Port PerryLuke: The True Elder Brother (15:11-32)Jesus now gives the famous parable of the Prodigal Son. He shows in this parable that the road of self-discovery and the road of religion lead to lostness. So how exactly can we save ourselves? We can't, but someone else can. Matthew Usherwood, 12, Nov 2023 2023-11-1329 min
New Song Church Port PerryLuke: The Disciple's Prayer (11:1-13)Jesus gives his disciples the framework and mindset on how to pray. But he tells them to do it shamelessly. In this sermon we will explore what exactly it means for a disciple to be shameless in prayer. Matthew Usherwood, 29 October 20232023-10-2927 min
The HiiKER PodcastEpisode 57 - Matthew UsherwoodMatthew was previously the host of the "Humans of the trail" podcast and has long been a strong voice for diversity and inclusivity in the outdoors. Eoin speaks to Matthew about a better outdoors community and how we can get there.You can find out more about Matthew and his work over at https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-usherwood-4584b2198/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-1254 minThe HiiKER PodcastEpisode 57 - Matthew UsherwoodMatthew was previously the host of the "Humans of the trail" podcast and has long been a strong voice for diversity and inclusivity in the outdoors. Eoin speaks to Matthew about a better outdoors community and how we can get there.You can find out more about Matthew and his work over at https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-usherwood-4584b2198/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-1254 min
New Song Church Port PerryLuke: Who Do You Say that I Am? (9:18-27)Who do you say that Jesus is? Is he the Christ of God or a good moral teacher? Depending how you answer, you will either be a disciple of the world or of Jesus. In this sermon we will discuss, Who is Jesus? How does he prove it? And, what does this mean for me? Matthew Usherwood, 08, October, 2023.2023-10-0825 min
New Song Church Port PerryLuke: The Compassionate Representative (7:11-17)Why do I need someone to represent me? Can't I do it myself? The story of the funeral procession of the son of a widow, shows us we can't. Jesus does something so remarkable, that it forces us to stand still and watch. Matthew Usherwood, 01, October, 2023.2023-10-0122 min
New Song Church Port PerryLuke: Who is This? What Must I Do? Come & See (3:1-22)Who is Jesus? If he is who he says he is, what must I do? Isn't Christianity just another way too be a good moral person?The gospel of Jesus, presents a whole new way of living, that is radically different from what the world offers.Come & See who Jesus is. Speaker: Curate Matthew Usherwood, 17, September, 20232023-09-1728 minNew Song Church Port PerryThe One Who Gives Rest (Matthew 11:25-30)Our world promises many different forms of rest, but if we are truly honest with ourselves, they will eventually fail us. Jesus promises true rest, everlasting rest, through a completely different way of living. Matthew Usherwood, 03 September 2023 2023-09-0323 min
Humans of the TrailHumans of the Trail Episode 40 - The Cambrian Way With Olie WicksEpisode 40 of Humans of the Trail with Olie Wicks
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Humans of the TrailHumans of the Trail Episode 39 - Disovering the earth beneith your feet with Andrew Terrill
In this episode of Humans of the Trail, we sit down with Andrew Terrell, a man who has an incredible story of self-discovery. Andrew walked from the Apennine Mountains in Southern Italy to Arctic Norway, a journey that took him over 7000 miles and two years.
Along the way, Andrew faced many challenges, but he also learned a lot about himself. He learned to be independent, to trust his instincts, and to appreciate the simple things in life. He also made some lifelong friends and memories.
Andrew's story is an inspiration to us all. It is...2023-05-011h 12
Humans of the TrailHumans of the Trail Episode 38 - Building a Beach of Dreams with Ali PrettyThis week on Humans of the Trail I have Ali Pretty on the Podcast. I first learned about Ali through a friend of the Podcast Martyn Howe from Episode 1. Beach of Dreams is a visual art journey, community, storytelling and digital art project inspired by the challenges faced by communities who live on our coastlines.
I was really keen to learn more about Ali and her journey to creating Beach of Dreams and also really excited to get involved in documenting it come August 2023.
I love this Episode as a story of an individual inspired...2023-04-1651 min
Humans of the TrailHumans of the Trail Episode 37 - The life of a full time hiking journalist with Peter EliaIn this episode of Humans of the Trail, we talk to Peter Elia, a freelance travel writer who specializes in long-distance walks. Peter has walked some of the lesser-known long-distance trails in the world, and he shares his experiences with us. We talk about why Peter enjoys lesser-known routes, how he slowly quit his job to become a freelance travel writer, and some really valuable insights into how you can do the same. This is a value-packed, fun episode, and Peter came along with a bunch of fantastic ideas about the message he wanted to share, so I think...2023-04-011h 11
Humans of the TrailHumans of the Trail Episode 36 - How to become a Highlander with Ariana VeočićI'm a total sucker for discovering new brands and businesses in our outdoor space. So when I learned Highlander, an events business now has a Highlander Adventure in the Lake District I had to find out more about the brand and the people behind it.
Thankfully Ariana, the Global Head of Communications at Highlander was happy to jump on the other end of a microphone and answer my questions.
Coming away from the episode I was converted in all honesty. There are very few dedicated multi-day hiking events here in the UK and I feel...2023-03-1951 min
Humans of the TrailHumans of the Trail Episode 35 - "Walking saved my life" with Dave ThomasDave Thomas started his career on the back of his love of fitness as he launched a personal training business, which spiraled into running a popular London gym chain called The Foundry. But it was Daves's love of the outdoors, and desire to step away from, his words repeatedly 'counting to 10', for his clients that eventually led to a life living in a 400-acre property on the Dales Way trail.
Yet, this is not the crux of our story. It's Daves's battle with multiple head injuries, depression, and experiencing suicidal thoughts that led to his decision t...2023-03-121h 13
Humans of the TrailHumans of the Trail Episode 34 - Unapologetically and authentically being who you are and want to be with Barefoot Backpacker.Where do I start...
Barefoot Backpacker unpacks so much in this episode, from his backstory to traveling to the lesser known destinations around the globe, traveling as somebody who identifies as nonbinary and asexual, to of course long distance trails.
This is a fantastic episode with a lot going on which I hope you enjoy listening to as much as I enjoyed the conversation.
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Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Episode 33 - Securing the future of our long distance Trails with Julian GrayJulian is in my opinion an unsung hero of Trails, with his work dedicated to the betterment of our Trail networks.
As the Board Member and Vice Chair of the World Trails Network, Chair of National Trails, and Director of the South West Coast Path Association he is a busy man and a fountain of Trail knowledge.
Julian humbled me with his clarity and level of knowledge on managing and preserving our trails and had a clear vision of a world made better by having access to trails.
I thoroughly enjoyed speaking with Ju...2023-02-1255 min
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 32 – Creating time freedom for more hiking with Davina FarrerJoin Davina Farrer in her journey of exploration and liberation as she shares stories from her backpacking trip around the world and her empowering hike on the South West Coast Path. Discover how Davina's intentional work choices have led to a life of time freedom and learn how you too can break free from the 9-5 grind and live a life of adventure and fulfillment.
If you dream of more hiking - less work, believe its possible with this empowering episode of the Distance Hiker Podcast.
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Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 31 – Quit your job and go hiking with Emma SchroederIn this week's episode of the Distance Hiker Podcast, we spoke with Emma, a coast walker who blogs about her journey on her site. Emma is currently on a journey to walk around the coast of the United Kingdom, with the goal of improving her mental health.
During the conversation, Emma shared with us the various reasons why she decided to take on this challenge, including her belief that walking is great for mental health and the desire to experience the beauty of the UK's coastlines. One of the things that stood out to me was how...2023-01-111h 12
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 30 - The outdoors is for all with Steph WetherellIn this episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with Steph Wetherell, one of the co-founders of Every Body Outdoors. Steph is a trailblazer in the outdoor community, working to promote representation and accessibility for people of all sizes in the great outdoors.
As we talked, Steph shared her personal journey of falling in love with the outdoors and the challenges she faced along the way, particularly when it came to finding gear that fit and suited her needs. It was these challenges that ultimately inspired Steph and her co-founder to start Every Body Outdoors, a...2022-12-201h 06
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Dartmoor Special - #savedartmoor with Muddy BootlacesDartmoor's a special place.
Not just for the fact that it's the largest open moor in Southern England and home to various dark skies designated areas. Or that it's a beautiful tapestry of stone walls, tors and outcrops, woven with history, folklaw and some of the most rugged and beautiful uplands in the UK.
It's also special because it also offers something rare in England and Wales.
The right to wild camp.
That right is under threat, which is why this bonus episode has been released with Beca, from the popular In...2022-12-0833 min
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 29 - Long Distance Hiking Weekenders In Scotland With Stefan and David.In Episode 29 of the Distance Hiker Podcast Matthew is joined by Stefan Durkacz and David Lintern, authors of the newly published Cicerone Press guidebook Scottish Wild Country Backpacking.
Stefan and David share a bit of their background and interest in the outdoors before deep diving into the behind the scenes of making the guidebook, and backpacking in Scotland.
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Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 28 - From Globetrotting traveller to Long Distance Walker with Kerry MaskallIn this weeks episode I talk with Kerry, who is a YouTuber and long distance hiker from the channel Drunk On Wanderlust.
We learn Kerrys story from global traveller to long distance hiker, and how she hasn’t looked back since.
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Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 27 - The England Coast Path with Andrew McCloyIn this episode, I chat with Andrew McCloy, who has recently written and published the Highlights of the England Coast Path book, in partnership with Cicerone Press.
Andrew shares insight into behind the scenes of writing guidebooks including the work, and the dedication that goes into each publication.
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Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 26 - Hiking the PCT with three kids, with Marketa & David DaleyI've long thought that adventures with children need to be downsized, and have often fought against the grain of parenthood and the perceived restrictions on a once unrestricted life. No more selfless long trips away, or spending an evening out under the stars whenever you want to.
Routines, schools, bum wiping, homework, and many more responsibilities now come first. Bye bye freedom.
Not for the Daleys.
Marketa and David have trodden a different path. Choosing not to follow a common routine but to take their kids on a trip of a lifetime along th...2022-10-161h 12
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 25 - On foot activism with Stephanie Killingbeck-TurnerIn today’s episode of The Distance Hiker Podcast, presented by Matthew Usherwood, we have Stephanie Killingbeck-Turner sharing her story on the LEJOG trail!
Stephanie walked the trail, with a bit of a difference. Not only did she walk from one end of the UK to another, she also visited a number of environmental projects along the way.
This conversation with Stephanie will really challenge any assumptions you have about how communities can steer their own fate when it comes to the rising challenge of climate change.
We mostly focus on this aspect of...2022-10-021h 04
AskPat 2.0: A Weekly Coaching Call on Online Business, Blogging, Marketing, and Lifestyle DesignSo Much to Do & Hardly Any Time—What Should I Do?#1240 Some problems are great to have, even though it might not feel like it. When the businesses we’ve been putting valuable time into start to take off, it can get overwhelming. Matthew Usherwood has an office job and a family with two young kids. His brand, Distance Hiker, is growing like crazy, and he needs help figuring out what to focus on. In this coaching call, we reverse engineer what the company could look like based on Matthew's ultimate goal of taking it full-time. He is dealing with a bit of Squirrel Syndrome, so I help him prioritize th...2022-09-2231 min
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 24 - Being coastal nomads with Daniel and CharlotteThis week on the Distance Hiker Podcast I am joined by Daniel, and Charlotte.
Dan and Charlotte are two coast walkers, who are living nomadic lives as they hike, and work their way around the coast of Britain.
When I spoke with them, they were in their tent, set up for the night in the Shetland Islands.
I was really curious to speak with Dan and Charlotte after they came on my radar a few months back about their walk, and their individual motivations behind it.
Daniel and Charlotte are wonderfully...2022-09-1858 min
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 23 - Loving who we are with Charlie MacRae-TodThis week I am thrilled to have Charlie MacRae-Tod on the show.
Charlie is a long distance hiker, who documented his walk along the End to End trail. He also has type 1 diabetes.
We agreed to record together to discuss the challenges walking with diabetes presents.
But we also wanted to build a narrative about our relationships with our bodies and how to come to terms with our own limitations in order to appreciate our real strengths.
We both believe that walking is a powerful way to find yourself, and heal...2022-09-061h 24
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 22 - Working in finance to doing what you love with Matthew KingIn Episode 22 of the Distance Hiker Podcast I have the pleasure of speaking with Matthew King.
Matthew is a seasoned backpacker, and artist, who shares his art and backpacking trips on Backpacking Artist.
We chat about Matthews's story, from working in Financial Services to taking the leap and working for himself, freeing himself up to simply walk more!
Matthew has also completed several TGO challenges, opening up the conversation to chat about this interesting challenge and why he keeps on going back to it. In addition, we talk about his homemade tent, and...2022-08-221h 06
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 21 - Empowering Women To Find Adventure With Retha CharetteRetha Charette is a seasoned long distance hiker, writer, and educator, who, through her work aims to empower women to get outside.
Retha blogs under the name, the Roaming Nanny, and goes by the trail name of Pikachu. We chat all about her walk on the AT, and some of the differences about hiking in the UK and abroad. We also talk at large about her views on women in the outdoors and how the work she does can help to empower women.
Retha is a passionate, and high-energy individual, who's a joy to listen t...2022-08-081h 22
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 20 - How to make amazing hiking videos on YouTube with A David P. McEnteeIn today's episode, I've got hiking YouTuber and videographer David McEntee joining me in the studio.
David is by trade a videographer and content creator. He is a Wiz behind the camera and in my opinion, produces some of the best YouTube hiking content out there.
David first came onto my radar back in 2020 when he published some really nice videos on his walks on UK Long Distance Hiking. I knew he had to come onto the show as he started producing more and more content around long distance trails.
We chat about...2022-07-241h 10
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 19 - The Reality Of A Full Time Hiker With Becky The TravellerBecky Angell, better known as Becky The Traveller is a British travel blogger, content creator, writer and photographer who runs the popular websites Becky The Traveller and Peak District Walks.
If you are into hiking, and the outdoors, which hopefully you are listening to this podcast, then there is a good chance you have come across Becky’s websites at some point!
It was super fun to have Becky join me on the show, and we covered loads of ground, talking about her websites, and whats its like to hike for a living, the Pennine Wa...2022-07-091h 12
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 18 - The Art Of Simply Showing Up With Abbie BarnesI feel very honoured to be sharing episode 18 of the Distance Hiker podcast with you, where I speak with Abbie Barnes, filmmaker, adventurer, podcaster, content creator and activist, and entrepreneur of Spend More Time In The Wild.
In this episode abbie opens up about her early experience behind the lense, as a filmmaker, her business, and her walk along the National Trails.
It was the space and freedom of the outdoors that ultimately led to Abbie realising she wasn't following her compass, and also wasn't ok.
However through simply showing up, and taking...2022-06-191h 12
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 17 - Access to our outdoor spaces with Charlotte DitchburnCharlotte is a Hill and Moorland leader, Access Field Officer, Ordnance Survey champion and advocate for stand up paddleboarding. In this episode, we explore Charlottes story, her views on access, including some questions I have around it, and discuss her first long distance walk on the Hadrians Wall Path. We wrap the up the episode talking about Paddleboarding, and wild swimming.
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Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 16 - Becoming more confident in the mountains with Chase TuckerIn Episode 16 I sit down with Chase Tucker, from Chase Mountains on YouTube and founder/owner/operator of Basecamp - an online fitness coaching business for us outdoorsy folks.
We go into loads in this episode from Chase's story, which he really opens up about, and how that ultimately ties into the out-of-the-ordinary life he has crafted for himself.
Chase is a really grounded individual, who clearly has a deep, and profound interest in movement, learning, and self-development. He considers himself an all-rounder outdoor enthusiast and climbs, skis, snowboards, hikes, mountaineers, and more.
Thi...2022-05-221h 28
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 15: Walking 11,000 miles around the coast of Britain with Chris HowardThis week I am thrilled to bring to you Chris Howard - probably better known as Chris the Coast Walker.
Chris is well known to our community of long distance hikers over on UK Long Distance Hiking, thanks to his frequent updates while walking the Coastline of Britain. And about that walk. Chris Howard undertook a remarkable feat of endurance, both mentally and physically when he decided to walk 11,000 miles around Blighty. Chris set off from Heacham, Norfolk back in 2020. His plans were disrupted twice by lockdowns, but he persevered through the seasons and endless challenges.
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Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 14: Tales From The Big Trails With Martyn HoweOn this episode, I am so excited to welcome Martyn Howe to the microphone, as we talk about his story of walking all the big trails in England, Scotland and Wales.
Martyn shares how he fits walking into his life and around his career, and his decision to commit to walking the big trails, fitting them in around family and work commitments.
As with all of our guests, my talk with Martyn focused on his story, his unique experiences on the trails, and how that rich experience ultimately bleeds into his everyday life. His story wi...2022-04-261h 14
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 13: Overcoming fear with Wayne MullaneWayne Mullane is a self-published author, and relative newcomer to hiking and the outdoors, which is exactly what he speaks about in his book Adventure Dayze.
I really enjoyed talking with Wayne as he shared a very fresh story of how his interest in hiking had developed, and subsequently lead to him making the decision to walk up Ben Nevis
What makes this interesting is that Wayne has a fear of heights. I was perplexed by this at first, thinking that a fear of heights is a fear of looking down at a sheer drop...2022-04-0856 min
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 12: Strength found through walking with Berengere CortadeIn Episode 12 of the Distance Hiker Podcast I interview Berengere (Be) Cortade who is a long distance hiker, ultrahiker, and outdoor therapist by trade. I promised to bring you more stories from hikers, and today I have a good one. We explore the Be’s interest in walking, from her first challenge events and ultras through to her Thru Hike of the Camino Frances, Spain.
Be really doesn’t hold back in sharing her experiences, and the hurdles she has faced, and overcome on the way.
If you love feel good storytelling, then this episode is n...2022-03-221h 21
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 11: Burned out to burning miles with Mike Smith, aka @pack_backerOn episode 11 of the Distance Hiker Podcast Matthew is joined by Mike Smith, also known as Pack_Backer on Instagram.
In this episode, we talk about Mikes's growing interest in long-distance hiking, from his start on the Pennine Way a couple of years ago to the vast amount of long-distance trails he has walked since. We also put the world to rights, but most importantly we discuss Mikes's challenge in August where he plans to walk all 214 Wainwrights (over 360 miles!).
Episodes of the Distance Hiker podcast are sponsored, by Trail Prints, also owned by Distance...2022-03-011h 18
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 10: How not to be Shit with John beamson from RobustoursMatthew is joined by John Beamson from Robustours, an Ultra Event business. John is a hard working and honest bloke, who talks his mind and shares his background, philosophy and and beliefs in regards to pushing yourself, and maintaining a robust mindset.
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Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 9: One Woman Walks 5,500 Miles Across EuropeUrsula Martin walked 5,500 miles across Europe starting in Ukraine and finishing back in the UK in 2021.
Before that Ursula walked 3700 miles across Wales. It's safe to say Ursula has some miles under her belt and many incredible stories from the trail, some of which she kindly shares on this episode of the Distance Hiker Podcast.
I had a great time sharing some time with Ursula, who unpacked her story and the humble, yet life of adventure, always done on a shoestring.
Ursula's story is worth your time, and will hopefully inspire you to s...2022-01-181h 22
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 8: Walking ultras with Rebecca the RamblerIn today's episode, I had the pleasure of talking to Rebecca The Rambler.
When i first started looking for Podcast guests I realized that my first 6 episodes were guys. Not wanting my podcast to be a guy who talks to guys about hiking, I looked for some female guests to talk to. I want a balance, a bit like on our Facebook community.
So, I decided to post asking for suggestions!
And Rebecca replied and what a guest she was!
I had a lovely time talking with Rebecca, honestly, I was...2021-11-211h 19
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 7: All About Nordic Walking With Vicky WelshEpisode 7 of the Distance Hiker Podcast features Vicky Welsh.
Vicky is a Nordic Walker by profession, who changed career to run Bristol Nordic Walking for some years, before deciding to start the Let's Walk Bristol festival which is from the 1st to 3rd October 2021.
This episode is jam-packed with information on Nordic Walking as I try to figure out exactly what it is. Hint - It's a really good form of exercise if you dislike running!
We go on to discuss the Let's Walk Bristol festival, and how it came about before talking ab...2021-09-121h 08
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 6: A Lesson In Guerilla Geography With Daniel Raven-EllisonEpisode 6 of the Distance Hiker podcast features Daniel Raven-Ellison, a Guerilla Geographer who through numerous interesting, creative, and often disruptive projects dares us to see the world differently.
Some examples of his work involve walking across the UK wearing a device that measures his emotions to see how they differ in rural, and urban environments to his latest work with Slow ways. Slow Ways is an incentive to develop interconnected towns, villages, and cities, which can be reached via human-powered transport using permissive rights of way.s
My talk with daniel was thoroughly interesting and r...2021-08-191h 20
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 5: 120 Marathons, in 120 Days With Graham WilsonLong-distance walking is a very personal, and intimate experience. But aside from its obvious benefits (time alone, time to recharge, exploring new places, being out in nature), many walkers opt to raise money while long-distance walking. Sponsored walks are not uncommon, and for individuals, or groups or people wanting to raise money for charities close to their hearts, there are a number of options and ways to do it.
But fundraising is difficult, and with most of us coming across various fundraising events, and requests, we can become a bit numb to it, and often it's hard t...2021-08-1158 min
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 4: The Listening Walk, With David MatthewsEpisode 4 of the Distance Hiker Podcast features David Matthew's who is currently walking all around the UK, visiting each of the 201 Samaritan's branches. David hopes to inspire more people to volunteer with the charity and aims to fundraise £100,000 for his local Doncaster branch.
The Samaritans are a charity that offer a listening ear in time of need. The volunteers are available 24/7 to take calls and simply be present with anyone who is struggling.
This podcast was a delight to record. David comes with his own personal ray of sunshine, and shares an incredible story of w...2021-08-111h 22
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 3: Walking 300 Miles And Making 300 Smiles With Katy EllisEpisode 3 features our latest guest Katy Ellis, who has not long returned from a 300 mile walk along the Essex and Norfolk coastlines.
Katy, 20 who is a student at Exeter University, studying Ecology, walked to raise awareness of conservation and ecological issues, and solutions with young people.
Not only did she walk 300 miles, she also spoke to 300 (and probably more) school children along the route in organised school visits to inspire young people to take an interest in ecology, history and adventure.
It was a delight to speak with Katy, who was full of gr...2021-08-111h 02
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 2: Meet Eoin Hamilton, from HiikerEpisode 2: It was a delight to have Eoin Hamilton, who heads up marketing for the excellent Hiiker app on the show. It was Eoin's wonderful hosting of the Hiiker Podcast that very much inspired the Distance Hiker Podcast (Thanks Eoin!) so to have him on my show, felt really special.
The show touches on the history and growth of the Hiiker App and where it's going next, solo and female adventure and Eoin's background amongst other topics. It's safe to say we had a great chat about a number of things related to Hiiker and long distance...2021-08-1158 min
Humans of the TrailThe Distance Hiker Podcast Episode 1: A Walk Around The UK With Chris and His Dog, MooseEpisode 1: I had the pleasure of interviewing Chris, and Moose for Episode 1 of the Distance Hiker Podcast. Chris took a chance on circumstance and decided to take on a coastal walk around the United Kingdom, starting back in June 2018. In this Podcast, we unpack what it takes to do such an involved walk, not just for himself, but with a large, and very lovely labrador mastiff, named Moose. I hope you enjoy the show with Chris and Moose.
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National Talky LeagueNTL 076 – Maxime Bernier and the Diversity Question.This week on the National Talky League, Maxime Bernier dares to say something that offends the easily offended. Roger and Dave talk about diversity, what it means and how it plays out in 2018. We talk about the twitter reaction to straight forward comments, and what's really wrong with the Federal PC party.
[caption id="attachment_699" align="alignnone" width="300"] Conservative MP Maxime Bernier talks with media in Ottawa on Wednesday, June 13, 2018. iPolitics/Matthew Usherwood[/caption]
Strong Opinions, Loosely Held. This is the National Talky League.2018-08-1500 min
National Talky LeagueNTL 076 – Maxime Bernier and the Diversity Question.This week on the National Talky League, Maxime Bernier dares to say something that offends the easily offended. Roger and Dave talk about diversity, what it means and how it plays out in 2018. We talk about the twitter reaction to straight forward comments, and what's really wrong with the Federal PC party.
[caption id="attachment_699" align="alignnone" width="300"] Conservative MP Maxime Bernier talks with media in Ottawa on Wednesday, June 13, 2018. iPolitics/Matthew Usherwood[/caption]
Strong Opinions, Loosely Held. This is the National Talky League.2018-08-1536 min