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HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 44: 10 Things We Won’t Hike Without - Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastWe're deep in the rainforest again in this episode, enjoying good coffee and great conversation next to a stream. We talk about more snake encounters, hiking with dogs and also hiking with kids and our responsibilities as parents.
Finally we dig into our main topic and cover the 10 items we would never hike without and all the reasoning behind those decisions.
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2023-10-282h 11HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 43: Resurrection in the Rainforest - Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastWhat better way to return from a 1 year hiatus than recording deep in a rainforest? That's right, there isn't one! We obviously talk about coffee but also about snakes, otter attacks and even hiking.
Oh yes, it's good to be back!
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2023-09-1440 minHIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 42: Linda Åkerberg - 2019 Female Adventurer of the Year - Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastHaving the opportunity to speak with Linda Åkerberg on this episode was something I'd looked forward to from the first time we spoke and now I'm really excited to be able to release this episode so that everyone can learn something from her. With the title of Female Adventurer of the Year 2019, Linda also speaks to us about her other passions as an author, outdoor photographer, mountain climber and Kayak Instructor. Linda has so much trail knowledge and she happily shares that with us in this episode.
Click this link for access to the podcast Show Notes, i...2022-09-222h 18HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 41: How to choose the perfect hiking backpack - HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastWhy is choosing a new hiking backpack so difficult? Apart from an endless list of brands, models and sizes, there is the added pressure of making the correct choice given that a new pack is such a big ticket item. When you consider all of that, it's not surprising that it can be extremely overwhelming for both beginner and veteran hikers.
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We also share some news on the third woman to complete all 158 summits of the Able Mountains, a crazy story of mountain climbers in the 70s when a Drug Plane crashes into a Yosemite lake. We also discuss "wet-out" in your rain gear and how to fix it.
And if...2022-03-271h 50HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 039: Hiking with Leeches, Roasting Bunya Nuts, Backpack giveaway, Dingo Cams and Kokkaffe – HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastIt's a crazy mixed up show this week with a whole bunch of extra news and our first Giveaway in a while too! We discuss our recent hike Craig shares his quite serious encounter with leeches.
We also talk Bunya nut roasting, crazy bulls attacking mountain bikers, Dingoes with cameras, the best hiking sleeping pads and of course, coffee. Books With Tom returns with a huge 5 books up for discussion.
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We hope you enjoy this episode straight from the forest.
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2022-02-191h 13HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 037: Every Hiking Mistake We Have Ever Made - HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastIt is said that you learn more from your failures. If that is the case, then we should have learned A LOT about hiking, more specifically, what not to do on a hike.
In this episode we're sharing every single one of those mistakes with you in the hope that we can save you the trouble.
Please Note: This was originally planned as our 2021 farewell episode but situations beyond out control meant that we couldn't release it until now. Our apologies for any confusion.
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In this episode, we share all of our tips and recommendations to help steer you in the right direction when planning and embarking on an outdoor adventure with children. It doesn't have to be as intimidating as it first appears...2021-11-282h 24HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEPISODE 035: Hiking Media Mashup Lockdown Special – HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastThis is possibly our biggest news and media episode to date, and it goes out to everyone who is currently in lockdown, wherever you are. We've put together a huge list of books, films, documentaries and other YouTube content to keep you motivated and to hopefully help scratch your outdoor itch a little.
From cleaning up the Aussie Outback to hiking across Scotland in a kilt, there's going to be something that piques your interest in this episode. And let's face it, even if you're not in lockdown, you're still going to win.
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We discuss our adventure along with a whole bunch of hiking news. If you're interested in goats stalking hikers, Grizzly Bears trying to snack on hikers, fungi being fungi, extremely long hiking trails and loads more, then you'll probably be pretty happy with this episode.
Enjoy and thanks for listening!
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Help...2021-06-221h 37HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 033: Shawn Peach – Adventure Cinematographer - HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastShawn Peach's filming assignments have taken him all over the world. As a result he has an endless list of interesting and amazing stories.
He has lived with reindeer herders in Mongolia, crossed the Simpson Desert and hung off the side of too many 4x4s to count, all in the name of capturing the perfect shot and telling the story.
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2021-03-181h 46HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 032: Nick Monaghan - Insect Macro Photographer - HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastWhen Nick Monaghan enters the Australian wilderness, he moves at a different pace to what you and I would. Hiking to him is not about the destination, the distance or vast mountain ranges. It's about discovery in a much smaller world.
Nick is a macro-photographer of insects, focused more on what's hiding behind a leaf or within the bark of a tree and it's surprising what he can reveal from within a relatively small area of bushland or rainforest.
Nick has had his work published in several books and papers and in this episode we're...2021-03-013h 20HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 031: Paul Barach - Hiking the Shikoku Pilgrimage - HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastPaul Barach is able to undertake (and complete) enormous tasks including writing his own book (Fighting Monks and Burning Mountains: Misadventures on a Buddhist Pilgrimage), hiking the PCT and cycling across the United States.
The list of Paul's amazing mental and physical feats is long but probably the most unusual to the general hiking community is his completion of the entire 1,200 kilometres (750 mi) journey of the Shikoku Pilgrimage in Japan.
Paul reveals to us his passions, what motivates him to start such challenging adventures and his approach to completing them. As with any big adventure...2021-01-312h 41HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 030: Hiking Year in Review with Oddbjørn Austevik and Chase Tucker - HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastPrevious HODcast guests Landscape Photographer Oddbjørn Austevik and Mountain Training Specialist Chase Tucker join us again for our last episode of 2020. We catch up on all of their adventures since we last spoke, our 2020 hiking highlights and a whole bunch of other things from moose sausage to filming glaciers and hiking across Spain. It's a fun format that we've been wanting to experiment with for some time. Let us know what you think and until next year, stay safe and get out into the wilderness.
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In this episode, Ross expresses his appreciation and fascination for snakes and other reptiles. It's hard to talk to him and not take some of that enthusiasm onboard, but on top of that, he removes a lot of false fears associated with snakes and their behaviours and exposes...2020-11-272h 59HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 028: Dwayne Bannon-Harrison - Indigenous Culture Awareness Educator - Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastIndigenous Australian and Culture Awareness Educator, Dwayne Bannon-Harrison is our guest on this episode and gives us an insight into the oldest living civilisation in the world. Given his professional background, it's no surprise that he slides straight into "Teacher" mode to help us all understand how precious his culture is to Australia and the rest of the globe.
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2020-11-053h 15HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 027: Soldiers for Wildlife - John Garcia - Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastNavy veteran John Garcia is the founder of anti-poaching organisation Soldiers for Wildlife. His commitment to wildlife conservation in Africa is immediately evident as soon as you begin a conversation with him. John takes us on a dark journey into the world of poaching and the Black Market but also how he is helping to train and educate local villagers and starting to see the positive results of his efforts.
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2020-08-013h 03HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 026: Mountain climber and Adventurer Tom Fabbri - Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastTom Fabbri's journey to complete the Seven Summits (that's summiting the tallest peak on every continent) is almost complete as he sets his sights on Mt Everest. The more we got to know Tom throughout the podcast, the more we discovered a journey that's been everything but easy. This Author, Pilot, trained Chef, business entrepreneur and modern day adventurer had a lot of valuable insights and advice that he openly shared with us.
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2020-07-243h 37HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 025: Hiking Training Specialist Chase Tucker - Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastChase Tucker loves preparing climbers and hikers for the mountains. As soon as you begin talking to him it's quite obvious. He also has an extensive knowledge of the kind of mobility required to tackle the kind of terrain you find in the wilderness. He's a mountain training specialist but as we found out, there's a lot more layers to Chase than a stereotypical fitness trainer. We get pretty deep on a whole bunch of topics from Wim Hof breathing to dopamine fasting and even journal writing.
It was a very enjoyable podcast to present and we were...2020-06-052h 49HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 024: Live Q&A - Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastIn our first live Q&A we answer all the hiking questions thrown at us by the audience at the same time as trying to produce our usual podcast segments. Being questioned in a live format was a little daunting for both of us but I think we made it through unscathed for the most part. Some really interesting questions came up about hiking, fitness, trail food and solo hiking as well as some great input from the viewers on various topics.
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In this episode we cover some feel-good stories that have come out of the recent Australian bushfires, walking sharks and dinosaur trees. We also give you some ideas for great outdoor related books to read and a solid list of spectacular adventure video content to watch. We even slip a couple of bits of hiking gear into the conversation that you might want to get...2020-04-041h 59HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 022: 2019 Hiking Year in Review - Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastWe've had a huge year filled with hiking adventures and getting into the outdoors. We've also had a huge year brining you all the guests, news, stories, films, books and gear we could find.
In this episode, we revisit our favourite hikes, podcast moments and everything in between from the fantastic year that was 2019. We also discuss our learnings and what we'll take forward into next year.
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2019-12-222h 08HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 021: A Year in the Wilderness with Claire Dunn - Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastAfter reading her book 'My Year Without Matches' it was a privilege to have Claire Dunn as a guest on the podcast and have the opportunity to really dig deep into her learnings and experience. We delve into her 12 months spent in the Australian Wilderness but also into her views on what we can learn from Mother Nature. Claire shares her wealth of knowledge with us in addition to many, many interesting stories and observations from her travels.
Click this link to visit the show notes page on hikeordie.com and get access to all the information...2019-12-131h 52HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 020: Any hiking news is good news - Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastWhen our guest had to cancel due to illness we thought we'd do the next best thing and stack this episode to the brim with all the interesting, exciting, dangerous and weird hiking and outdoor news stories we could find. The 2019 Young Adventurer of the Year, Treasure buried in Yellowstone National Park, Hiking for Mental Health, Floyd the mastiff's rescue, and the grumpiest frog in the world are just the tip of the iceberg in this episode. We also dig into plenty more juicy news stories like the first person to summit all 846 Thirteeners, Albert Wiggin - 2019 Australian Geographic...2019-12-061h 56HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 019: Hiking the Scottish Highlands with Tom Langhorne - Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastApart from sharing his adventures of hiking through the Scottish Highlands in not much more than a kit, our guest Tom Langhorne also delves into his love for the wilderness and his passion for sharing it with others. We also discuss his interests in bushcraft, archery and of course exploring the outdoors with 17th Century Scottish clothing and gear.
You'll find all the references from this episode in the show notes page on hikeordie.com including how to follow Tom's future adventures.
2019-11-222h 48HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 018: Solo hiking with Andy Szollosi Part 2 - Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastThe more you listen to Andy Szollosi talk about his adventures in the wilderness, the more you become inspired. He has a way of making solo missions that are out of most of our capabilities sound like something you might be able to accomplish if you "just give it a go". We find out all about the details of his food cache preparation and drops and how those things don't always go to plan.
You'll find all the references from this episode on hikeordie.com including how to follow Andy's adventures.
2019-10-012h 24HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 017: Solo hiking with Andy Szollosi Part 1 - Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastIf you're interested in solo hiking, then Andy Szollosi is probably the guy you want to be listening to. When he decided to plan a hike longer than 3 days he decided on 74 days solo. Andy shares his stories from that hike, his most recent solo hike of 84 days and a film project he was part of that took him into some of Tasmania's most rugged wilderness in some of the worst weather on record.
It was great having this opportunity to talk to Andy at length about all of his travels and you can't help be leave...2019-09-052h 18HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEPISODE 016: How to plan epic adventures with Richard Matthews – Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastOur guest this episode is international adventurer Richard Mathews. He joins us to share his experiences and what drives him towards adventure. We hear about his part in the Mongol Rally, adventuring around the globe, his solo hiking challenges and much more. We also discuss the benefits of hiking, the Eiger Ultra Trail Run and loads more in our regular news and media segments.
2019-08-152h 19HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEPISODE 015: In the Bat Cave – Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastTom and Craig are joined by their mate Josh for this episode and record from inside a giant cave. They talk hiking, plants, navigational errors, fear of heights, stinging trees, trail running, fishing in Papua New Guinea and loads more.
2019-07-151h 43HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 014: Adventure in Tasmania – Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastFresh from our visit to Tasmania for the Cradle Mountain Film Festival, we recount our experiences and then take you along for the journey as we play some recordings from the trail.
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2019-05-222h 59HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 013: With guests Caz and Chrissy from A Wild Land – Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastEver thought about selling up everything and heading off into the wilderness? Well that’s exactly what our guests Caz and Chrissy from the East coast of Australia did. They left their “normal" lives behind and hit the open road for a ‘year of adventure’. That year has turned into four and they are still going.
They share some amazing stories with us, some of their secret wild places around the country and also give us a real insight into a lifestyle that we’ve probably all considered at some point. Caz and Chrissy are an amazing and inspiratio...2019-03-281h 48HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 012: What's in the pack – Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastWake up gear junkies! It's the episode you've been waiting for. If you've every wanted to know what we carry on our adventures then you are going to be very happy campers. Craig and Tom go through all of their hiking equipment and explain the good, the bad and the sometimes ugly choices they've made to get to their current gear purchases. It's also loaded with info and tips that will no doubt help you make more educated purchases when the time comes.
2019-03-122h 47HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 011: with Swedish outdoorsman Thomas Ivung – Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastOur first podcast of 2019 takes us to the forests of Sweden where we talk to Swedish outdoorsman Thomas Vuling. We discuss his passion for the outdoors, his philosophies, favourite gear, Nordic Gods, the Sami people, wolves and Kent the Moose. This was all while he tended to his fire, sipped his coffee and was barked at by a deer who discovered him. It's a truly inspiring episode and learning about Thomas' perception of the outdoors was enlightening.
2019-01-262h 20HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 010: Make Adversity Your Friend – Hike or Die Outdoor Adventure PodcastWe all deal with varying levels of adversity within our daily lives but stepping into the wild can quickly present bigger and badder obstacles. There's a physical and mental resilience that we develop as we move through nature and interact with the outdoors. That's the sort of adversity we discuss in this episode and that's what hopefully makes us a better version of ourselves by the time our next adventure comes about.
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2018-12-222h 04HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 009: TENT vs HAMMOCK - The Ultimate Battle - HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastWe're not afraid to tackle the big issues on our podcast and this is most definitely one of them. It's a topic that often polarises the outdoor community and for that reason, we wanted to put our friendship aside and dig deep into both options. Who will win the battle of the outdoor accomodation? Tent or Hammock? Listen and find out!!
Find all the show notes (including all the hammocks and tents we mention) at hikeordie.com
2018-11-071h 25HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 008: Tanya Hodgson - Ultra Runner and Hiker - HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastTanya Hodgson is an ultra runner, trail runner, kayaker and pistol-totin' hiking badass. When we catch up with her on this podcast episode, we get the opportunity to delve into all of her adventures. Tanya has battled her own demons in the past but the result is an energetic, strong, inspiring woman who loves spending time outdoors with her two boys and her dog. She puts all of her focus into the simple pleasures in life and it's contagious just listening to her.
Check out the show notes at hikeordie.com for any information from this...2018-10-162h 00HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 007: Outdoor Adventure and Trail Safety - HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastWith National Preparedness Month currently in full swing for our U.S. friends, we thought we’d dedicate this episode to Outdoor & Tail Safety. There’s a bunch of good info in this episode to keep you safe out there in the wilderness. We share detailed tips and recommendations on physical fitness, communication, outdoor clothing, first aid, water purification, navigation, food and tons more. It’s quite literally everything we know about outdoor safety all crammed into one MEGA-SIZED episode.
Check out the Podcast Show Notes on hikeordie.com for links and info on topics that are mentio...2018-09-172h 29HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 006: Hiking ethics, Leave No Trace Principles & Trail etiquette | HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastIn this episode we delve into the controversial, often misunderstood and tricky world of human impact on the great outdoors. We take you into the wilderness and while watching the sun set and moon rise we discuss the 7 principles of Leave No Trace, how they apply to what we do and some examples of our own mistakes in the past. We also discuss our personal opinions on hiking ethics and what we consider to be good trail etiquette and understandably, things get a bit heated around a few of those topics. This is a really important episode that we'd...2018-08-051h 35HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 005: Oddbjorn Austevik - Landscape Photographer | HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastWe welcome landscape photographer Oddbjorn Austevik to the podcast all the way from Norway. We discuss his adventures, his passions, useful photography tips, “playing the game”, polar bears, snowmobiles and how he photographed the inside of a glacier. Along the way we get to know this really interesting guy and what drives him to pitch himself against the elements in search of that perfect shot.
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2018-06-261h 56HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 004: Hiking with girls | HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastIn this episode we introduce our sponsors (Bluey Merino, Rheos Sunglasses, Topo Maps+ and Caribee Outdoor Gear). We also let you know how you can get an exclusive offer on Topo Maps+ and enter a competition to win a merino wool base-layer t-shirt. From there we discuss the wonderful world of hiking with girls including the She Wee chat. More snake encounters, more gear testing and more shout outs. It’s our longest podcast yet, so get into it! Check out the show notes on hikeordie.com.
2018-04-251h 49HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 003: A night in the rainforest | HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastIn this podcast, Tom and Craig are on-location from their remote rainforest campsite. Find out how they got there and how they almost didn’t get there. Hear insights into packing for wet conditions, wildlife they encountered including a brief guest appearance by Barry the Bat.
2018-03-2851 minHIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 002: Hiking Fitness | HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastTom and Craig discuss the importance of being fit for hiking and conditioning your body in preparation for your adventures. They also share their own training methods, useful fitness reference videos and motivational resources.
2018-03-141h 18HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastEpisode 001: How it all began | HIKE OR DIE Outdoor Adventure PodcastTom and Craig introduce their new podcast, share tales of their very first hike, discuss what attracted them to hiking to begin with and give you an idea of what to expect in upcoming episodes.
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