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Back to SearchEp36: Uncle Scott's Final Hike: Just 15 Days Later, Jessica & Greg Ryan Share Their Story
Season 1 Episode 36
The stretch from June 16 through July 7 of 2024 was amongst the deadliest in the recorded history of the Grand Canyon. Four hikers lost their lives d…
1 year, 8 months ago
Ep35: Writing The Book On R2R Training With Alicia Caine
Season 1 Episode 35
Alicia Caine was so inspired by her Rim2Rim—that she wrote a book about it. Today, Alicia shares the story of that unforgettable day, and what drove …
1 year, 9 months ago
Ep34: EMERGENCY EPISODE—Four Canyon Deaths In Last Three Weeks
Season 1 Episode 34
It's been a devastating three weeks in the Grand Canyon, with FOUR hiking deaths. We don't know for sure that any of them were heat-related, but it's…
1 year, 9 months ago
Ep33: R2R Strategies, Mule Madness, North Rim Vibes & More: Canyon Q&A With Zeena Speciale
Season 1 Episode 33
A variety show today as we cover topics from hiking in the heat to wearing headphones to North Rim mule rides to a spouse's perspective of their Cany…
1 year, 9 months ago
Ep32: "We Can't All Die Here" — A Rim2Rim Misadventure With Al Pickering
Season 1 Episode 32
Al Pickering and his wife had a dream: the iconic Rim-to-Rim hike in the Grand Canyon. But when Al invited his younger brother along—and feared his b…
1 year, 9 months ago
Ep31: Rim2Rim Is For Losers With Jamie Zwilling
Season 1 Episode 31
Jamie Zwilling is the best kind of "loser"—the kind who has battled obesity and managed to cut his weight almost exactly in half. Today, Jamie shares…
1 year, 9 months ago
Ep30: I Hiked R2R In 109° So You Don't Have To
Season 1 Episode 30
It's everything I don't advise: a Rim-to-Rim during the hottest time of the year. So if someone has to do it, it might as well be me. Come along as I…
1 year, 10 months ago
Ep29: The Power of Shade—Hot Weather Survival With Ted Piotrowski
Season 1 Episode 29
Hiking in direct sun in the Canyon's warmer months isn't just uncomfortable—it can actually help kill you. Today, we talk to the creator of the Grand…
1 year, 10 months ago
Ep28: A First-Timer's "Fight" With The Canyon With Phil Neely
Season 1 Episode 28
Taking on the Canyon is an impressive feat at any age. But at 70? That takes even more grit and determination. Today, Phil Neely shares his experienc…
1 year, 10 months ago
Ep27: When The Canyon Kills: A Boston Marathoner's Tragic Miscalculation
Season 1 Episode 27
It was supposed to be the trail run of a lifetime—which is saying something, considering Margaret Bradley had conquered the iconic Boston Marathon ju…
1 year, 10 months ago