Podcast Episodes

#102 | From Poet and PCT Trekker to Campthropology Founder: Rolland Tizuela on Camping, Outdoor Creativity, Epic Poo Views on TikTok, the Spirit of Snow Peak Gear, and the Camp Homies Collective

On this episode, I’m joined by San Diego based trekker, outdoor creator, Snow Peak ambassador, camp connoisseur, co-founder of the Camp Homies collective, and founder of Campthropology — Rolland Tizu…

Published on 13 hours ago

#101 | Trails & Tribulations Vol. 3 - From Peak Celebration to Crisis: A Leader's Return To Rescue - Jose (Hiking Adventures For All)

In this gripping episode of the Trails & Tribulations series, I welcome Jose De La Rosa, a fellow SoCal peak bagger and hiking group leader, as he recounts a high-stakes rescue mission in the San Gab…

Published on 1 week ago

#100 | Reverse Episode Special: Host Justin Rimon in the Hot Seat — The Origin of Just Trek, The 100-Episode Journey, and His Path From Dance Floors to Mountain Peaks

Join us for an extraordinary reverse episode of the Just Trek podcast as we celebrate the monumental 100th episode milestone. Hosted by the insightful Jonathan Flores, aka "The Brown Naturalist," thi…

Published on 3 weeks ago

#99 | From Magician to Mountain Leader: The Great Omar's Trekking Transformation and The Rise of The 5AM Crew

On this episode I have LA based trekker, peak bagger, community leader, comedy magician, runner, and the founder of the 5AM Crew, Omar Covarubbias aka The Great Omar, join me on the show.

We chatted a…

Published on 1 month ago

#98 | Trails & Tribulations Vol. 2 - Falling Into Survival: A Night Alone In The Mountain - Missy

In this gripping episode of the Trails & Tribulation series, I welcome Missy Martinez, a fellow SoCal trekker, as she recounts her terrifying solo hike + trail run on San Gorgonio mountain - the tall…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

#97 | Peak Experiences with Shreya Reddy: Summiting Mt. Whitney & Completing the SoCal Six Pack of Peaks Challenge

On this episode, I have SoCal based trekker, backpacker, doctor, and all around adventure enthusiast, Dr. Shreya Reddy, join me on the show.

For this show, we dove into Shreya’s recent trekking accom…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

#96 | Trails & Tribulations - Water Canyoneering and The Final Rappel - Marlee

On this episode, we kick off Volume 1 of the Trails & Tribulations series! This trail tale dives into Marlee's unforgettable water canyoneering expedition through one of LA’s best-kept adventure secr…

Published on 2 months ago

#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 2 months, 1 week 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 months, 3 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 3 months, 1 week ago