Podcast Episodes

#95 | Rediscovering Joy in the Wilderness: A Journey of Healing and Empowerment with Exploring with Vee

On this episode I have LA based trekker, backpacker, fisher, hiking lead, Mountain House ambassador, and outdoor content creator, Exploring with Vee, join me on the show.

We chat about her first hikin…

Published on 9 hours ago

#94 | Trails & Tribulations Launch: Survival Stories & Lessons from the Trail, Plus a SoCal Thunderstorm Experience

Big news, Just Trek community! On this episode, I’m thrilled to announce the launch of a brand-new series called Trails & Tribulations. This series will spotlight everyday outdoor adventurers and tra…

Published on 2 weeks ago

#93 | Summit Redemption: Francis Ngo’s Mount Rainier Triumph

On this episode I have Pacific Northwest based trekker, climber, photographer, videographer, mountaineer, and OG member of the Just Trek Crew, Francis Ngo, join me on the show.

We chatted about Franci…

Published on 4 weeks ago

#92 | From Chronic Illness to Outdoor Equity Advocate: Austin Nicassio on Building Adventure for the Disabled Community Through Accessible Off-Road

On this episode I have LA based adventure enthusiast, SoCal trekker,  outdoor accessibility advocate and founder of the non-profit Accessible Off-Road, Austin Nicassio, join me on the show.

We chatted…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

#91 | Spiritual Awakening On Mount Whitney, Building Community Through Challenging Peaks, 3 Years of Vamos Hiking Crew, and Top Trails Worldwide with Luis aka MrTraveler

On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, peak bagger, backpacker, solo world traveler, outdoor content creator, and founder of Vamos Hiking Crew, Luis aka MrTraveler, join me on the show. 

We chatt…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

#90 | From America’s Got Talent to Alpine Adventures: A Life Reimagined In The Eastern Sierra with Christian & Katie Surprise

On this episode I have Christian and Katie Surprise - an adventurous power couple. Both are California based outdoor enthusiasts, peak baggers, backpackers, climbers, and are adventure photographers …

Published on 2 months ago

#89 | From Solo Explorer to Community Trailblazer: Embracing the Natural World w/ Gallivanting With Grant

On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, national park explorer, outdoor content creator, certified California naturalist, Outdoor Adventures+ Ambassador, and creator of the Grateful Gallivanter’s…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

#88 | Roadsurfin' to California’s Most Legendary Landscapes: An Unforgettable Camper Van Adventure to Yosemite National Park & The Mighty Eastern Sierra | Narrated by Justin "Justroc" Rimon

On this episode, I share my unforgettable roadsurfer, roadtrip adventure with my hiking crewmate to two of California's most legendary landscapes: Yosemite National Park and the Eastern Sierra. 

Come …

Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago

#87 | Empowering Women To Thrive Outside, Breaking Barriers & Finding Freedom In Nature, The Birth Of Way Out Wild, From Tropical Island Sports To Mountain Summits w/ Nikki Taylor aka Adventure Pea

On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, backpacker, outdoor guide & safety instructor, wilderness first responder, wild keeper, and founder of Way Out Wild, Nikki Taylor aka Adventure Pea, joins …

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

#86 | Outdoor Evolution: From Trekker to Naturalist with Juan Flowers aka The Brown Naturalist

For episode 86, I recorded with past guest Juan Flowers who is a big brother to many in the SoCal outdoor community including myself. Juan is a SoCal based trekker, backpacker, community leader, ment…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago