Hiking Unfiltered
A show that explores the why, wherefores, and hows of hiking and backpacking. Real, unfiltered talk about trail life.
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Recent Episodes
Episode #27 Dr. Natalie Bonthius - "How can I be prepared so I won't need first aid?"
Sept. 26, 2022
In this episode, Courtney talks with Dr. Natalie Bonthius, wilderness first aid specialist and founder of Survival Med. They talk about what intrigued Dr. Bonthius about this field, how medicine in the wild can be so differe…
Episode #26 The Suttons - "How can you adventure as a family?"
Sept. 19, 2022
In this episode, Courtney talks with Josh and Cassie Sutton about their recent trip with their 6 year old son, Harvey and about their 2021 thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. Listen in as Cassie and Josh explain why they mad…
Episode #25 Dutch and Skunkape - "Why should you try hammock camping?"
Sept. 12, 2022
**Notes with guest** **My Commentary** Closing Question: I am striving to be more present and "real", hence Unfiltered. What ways are you trying to be more Unfiltered in your life now? **Show Notes** In this episode, Cour…
Episode #24 Lucky Charm - “Can a change of scenery really change you?”
Sept. 5, 2022
In this episode, Courtney talks with Sierra "Lucky Charm" Peters-Buckland as she attempts her thru-hike of the Pacific Crest Trail. They discuss how her adventurous spirit was awakened, what it's like traveling in the Sierra…
Episode #23 - Chelsea McCurdy - "What does it mean to move joyfully?"
Aug. 29, 2022
In this episode, Courtney gets unfiltered with Chelsea McCurdy. They talk about what it is like to notice yourself slipping into a depressed state and how hiking can be whatever we need it to be. They answer the question: "W…
Episode #22 - Joseph "Whiskey Joe" Ryan - "Is it hard to thru hike with your best friend?"
Aug. 22, 2022
In this episode, Courtney talks with Joseph "Whiskey Joe" Ryan. Joseph completed his Appalachian Trail thru hike in 2021 with his best friend, Travis/Roosta. They talk about what life is like before and after a thru hike, Jo…
Episode #21 - Jamila Minnifield (Turtle) - "What is Wilderness Therapy?"
Aug. 15, 2022
In this episode, Courtney talks with Jamila Minnifield, aka Turtle. Jamila is a wilderness therapist and describes her experiences with her own "group of unicorns," how natural consequences can help kids back in the "real wo…
Episode #20 - Keith Foskett (Fozzie) - "How can we rebel against the status quo?"
Aug. 8, 2022
In this episode, Courtney gets unfiltered with Keith "Fozzie" Foskett, author and worldwide hiker. They discuss long trails all over the world and particularly in the UK, living a wanderlust lifestyle, and they ask the quest…
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