Podcasts:
Hiking and Backpacking with Ethan Gallogly
"I used to think it was impressive when I saw people posting pictures from a day hike up their difficult looking local mountain. But my expert todays makes those hikes look trivial and those mountains look like bunny slopes....Ethan is one of those guys you'd see with the funny backpacks doing way better than you on any given trail you decide to hike....he's out here hiking places like the John Muir Trail which takes a month to complete if you can even manage that long! He explains the not so secret secrets of an experienced backpacker, along with all of the most common beginner mistakes that I know I would certainly make myself.If you want a fantastic trek experience without all the discomfort, I also highly recommend "The Trail: a novel". It's been an incredible success in online sales. The audiobook is incredibly well done, and that's coming from someone who's very picky about his audio..."
Listen to the Show on Apple Podcasts
Long Shot Leaders Podcast with Michael Stein:
Hiking from Mexico to Canada and being a modern-day Thoreau with author and trailblazer Ethan Gallogly
The I'd Rather Be... Podcast with Katya Rucker:
What compels someone to spend weeks and even months in the wilderness with nothing but the supplies they can carry on their back? Ethan Gallogly, an avid backpacker, was so inspired by his 211-mile journey along the John Muir Trail that runs through the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California that he decided to write a novel based on the experience. In this episode, hear what lies at the heart of Ethan's passion for backpacking.
The Lowe Down with Kevin Lowe:
One of my favorite podcasts about THE TRAIL was on Kevin Lowe's Podcast -- Kevin as you will hear is blind. Please have a listen!
Oh My Word with Esther Tenenbaum:
The story behind writing and publishing the Next Gen Indie Finalist, "The Trail."
Into The Woods Podcast with Holly Worton:
What is it like to hike the John Muir Trail? How does one prepare?What is the best California trail for beginners? The importance of Time Spent in Nature. Why a Novel? And much more!
The Aware Athlete Show with Scott Forrester:
Coffee + BS with Travis Hinman:
Travis and I get into everything from hiking in China, backpacking disasters, and The Trail's recent Next Gen Indie award. Grab a cup and have a listen!
The Outdoor Adventure Series with Howard Fox:
Everything from first backpacking adventures, to natural hotsprings, to the book, and more.
Your Lot & Parcel with Benjamin Diaz:
Ben and I talk about the benefits of hiking, origins of the John Muir Trail, and some wild wildlife encounters. Enjoy!!
Animal Talk Radio with Jamie Flanagan:
Upcoming Interviews:
"Just a Good Conversation" with Matt Brown