The Hiking Podcast

44: Hot Dogs & Chatting Wet - We're Back 22.06.2026 26λ

In this episode the guys discuss all manner of things as they return from their 6 week absence - apologies in advance.

43: Will Mountain Rescue Judge Me? How To Know If A Hike Is Boggy & IG Hikers Settling Scores In The Ring + More! 08.06.2026 19λ

43: Will Mountain Rescue Judge Me? How To Know If A Hike Is Boggy & IG Hikers Settling Scores In The Ring + More!Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

42: Alpine Divorce: Till Summit Do Us Part 04.06.2026 20λ

In this episode the guys discuss alpine divorce, a man who walked 450km to cool off after an argument and more.Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

41: Paving the Lake District: Are We Forgetting What Wild Actually Means? 01.06.2026 28λ

The guys discuss the new work on Wainwrights C2C path, the implications it might have for the future as well as discussing hidden gems, influencers and answering how they deal with false summits.Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

40: Should You Stop Wearing Hiking Boots? 18.05.2026 29λ

The guys delve deeper into the great hiking boot debate.Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

39: Tom's USA Road Trip, Lake District Bouncers, Navigating Clag & More 07.05.2026 29λ

39: Tom's USA Road Trip, Lake District Bouncers, Navigating Clag & MoreEpisode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

38: The Ghost of Illegal Fly Camping 05.05.2026 25λ

In the episode the guys discuss the do's and don'ts of wild camping, share some of their own stories and have an eerie encounter in the studio.Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

37: Are Hikers Carrying Too Much Water? 30.04.2026 32λ

The guys discuss their hydration strategies, mistakes and more.Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

36: Building Base Fitness, Nutrition & Pacing Mistakes & More 27.04.2026 27λ

The guys talk about zone 2 hiking, recovery, stretching , nutrition and much, much more.Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

35: Knee Pain & Twisted Ankles: How To Bulletproof Your Body Against Common Mountain Injuries (Part 1) 23.04.2026 28λ

In these episode the guys discuss how to get your body mountain ready, Paul's recent injury, walking technique and more.Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

34: How Not To Die On A Mountain: Part 2 - You're Not A Badass Yet. 20.04.2026 25λ

The guys continue their discussion around mountain safety; covering why hiking is seen as easy, it's coolness, turning back and much more.Plus a listener question: what's better, the journey to the summit or the summit itself?Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

33: How Not To Die On A Mountain: Pt 1 - Pre Planning 16.04.2026 31λ

Is checking the weather more important than checking the route, or vice versa? Perhaps both are necessary? The guys debate this in part one of a mini-series aimed at preventing worst case scenarios in the mountains. And Paul laughs at Laurie's recent mishap.Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

32: Hiking in Storm Dave, Tom's Wedding & Has Hiking Changed Forever? 13.04.2026 25λ

The guy's discuss Tom's wedding, hiking in a recent storm - including tips on staying safe - and answer a listener question about whether hiking culture has changed.Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

31: Is Hiking Hedonistic? Do Ridges Make You A Better Hiker? + Tom's Safety Briefing 09.04.2026 32λ

31: Is Hiking Hedonistic? Do Ridges Make You A Better Hiker? + Tom's Safety Briefing

30: Ascending Without Stopping, Music In The Mountains, Dealing With Fear + More 06.04.2026 31λ

In this episode the guys cover a variety of topics and answer listener questions:Who would cry first in bad weather?What's your weirdest mountain ecounter?What's the worst piece of hiking gear you've bought?Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

29: Avoiding Group Hike Creeps & Quality vs Qualified Mountain Leaders 02.04.2026 36λ

Inspired by recent discussions and events, the guys weigh in on how to find safe group hikes, getting blocked by unqualified organisers and raise questions about the mountain leader qualification.Plus: The Lakeland Buzzard delivers his second Interesting Fact of The Week.Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

28: The Mindset of Endurance Hiking + Is Instagram Helping or Hurting? 30.03.2026 26λ

In this episode the guys answer two listener questions, discussing their own techniques when hiking long distances and whether or not social media has been a good/bad thing for hiking.Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

27: Ego vs Safety: Is Summit Fever Pushing Us Past Our Limits? 26.03.2026 29λ

In this episode the guys discuss decision making in potentially dangerous situations and relive stories of pushing on and/or turning back in a variety of situations. The mountains will always be there.And, Tom drops an unusual fact.Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

26: Visitor Taxes for UK National Parks?! 23.03.2026 20λ

The guys discuss the implications of introducing a visitor tax to the Lake District and, is Seathwaite the UK's answer to Zion National Park?Listener Q&A: What would you call a new Lake District peak?When will the new scrambling grading system be published?Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.

25: Conspiracies, Keeping Warm, High Winds & Calling Mountain Rescue 19.03.2026 32λ

In the episode the guys flow through a range of topics; beginning with conspiracies before moving onto keeping warm in winter, mountain rescue callouts and how preparation matters most.Episode DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice.Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed.Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments.Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary.