Best Ski Utah Podcasts (2024)

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Periods in the Wilderness 22:26

1d ago22:26

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Here is an open discussion about menstrual periods in the wilderness. Listen as Holly Davis and Freya Sutcliffe from Cambridge University in the U.K discuss an important but overlooked topic.By AWLS

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Introducing the Utah: Life Elevated podcast 0:51

4d ago0:51

0:51

By Armchair Productions

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Penguin Tales: Antarctic Expedition Medicine 20:46

7d ago20:46

20:46

Not all medicine is practiced in a clinic - sometimes it is on rough waters where the penguins live. Expedition medicine is austere medicine and wilderness medicine at its finest. Listen and learn from Dr. Jennifer McGowan and Dr. Raymond Orthober from the University of Louisville School of Medicine's Department of Emergency Medicine as they discus…

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The Heart at Altitude 11:21

8d ago11:21

11:21

We all worry about HAPE and HACE when we go up on the mountain. Little attention is placed on the heart. But new studies give us data and create cause for concern. Listen and learn about the heart at altitude.By AWLS

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411 Lifeseeker Technology Can Save Your Life 27:23

10d ago27:23

27:23

On this episode, Bob chats with Hector Estevez, the CEO of Centum Research and Technology. Calling from his company's headquarters in Spain, he and Bob talk about the "Lifeseeker" technology and devices that have been used in Europe and are now being introduced in the United States. The devices, which can locate a missing hiker in minutes, work alo…

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Best of Explorer - Silk Road Mountain Race: Riding the Toughest Mountain Bike Race in the World with Extreme Bikepacker Cat Jaffee 48:59

11d ago48:59

48:59

Follow extreme bikepacker Cat Jaffee as she competes in the Silk Road Mountain Race - the toughest mountain bike race on the planet. 1,200-miles long, with over 115,000-feet elevation gain, athletes traverse the high mountain passes and remote valleys of Kyrgyzstan for 14 grueling days. Traveling completely unsupported, wild camping along the way, …

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The Trifecta of Outdoor Eye Disease 20:42

14d ago20:42

20:42

One is painful, one is noticeable, one will cause blindness. These three eye diseases happen, in part, because we go outdoors in the sun. Listen and learn about the trifecta of outdoor eye disease.By AWLS

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The West Nile Virus 10:42

18d ago10:42

10:42

It was isolated in Uganda in the 1930's, then quickly spread around Africa. It found its way to the USA in 1999. It is on the rise and it is not a benign disease. The fatality rate for West Nile Virus can be as high as 9%. Listen and learn about this disease and how to avoid it.By AWLS

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Route of Parks: Rewilding Chile with Groundbreaking Conservationist and former Patagonia CEO Kris Tompkins 40:04

18d ago40:04

40:04

“These are the days in our lives that we remember. It's not all the days that went so well. It's the days when you're miserable, when you think you can't go one more step, and then you swear at somebody, and then you keep going. Those are the days that form our spines. They have formed my spine.” - Kris Tompkins Kris Tompkins has spent a lifetime f…

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Trekking Poles - Ski Poles for Hiking 12:55

24d ago12:55

12:55

Trekking poles are basically ‘ski poles’ that are specifically designed for use while hiking. Science gives some important data into the value of using them. But in the end it is up to you. Listen and learn about the medicine of trekking poles.By AWLS

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410 Bob visits North Carolina 28:31

24d ago28:31

28:31

On this week's podcast, Bob goes solo as he talks about his trip hiking and photographing waterfalls in North Carolina. He discusses the scenery, the trails and the people he's encountered. Also, a short discussion on when you should go with a tour group and when you should make your own arrangements. Also, Colorado Springs E-bike survey and El Pas…

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The Hollywood Skull, Pluto, and 42 Telescopes: Dissecting Deep Time On Location in Utah 1:03:48

26d ago1:03:48

1:03:48

Dinosaurs and dark skies have a lot more in common than you'd think...and Utah happens to be one of the best places in the world to experience both of them firsthand. In this episode, join host Aaron Millar as he explores Utah through both time and space. From coming face to face with a wall of dinosaur bones to stepping onto a top-secret active di…

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Danger in the Water: Cyanobacteria - Blue Green Algae 14:18

1M ago14:18

14:18

Most people who go outdoors have heard of this. Most people don't know much about it. It can change the color of the water, making it easy to see, but many of these bacteria live on the side or bottom of a river or lake. You cannot treat water containing cyanobacteria to make it safe to drink. Listen and learn about another growing danger in the wa…

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Best of Explorer - The Abode of the Gods: Ascending Mt. Meru with Climbing Legend Conrad Anker 37:17

1M ago37:17

37:17

Conrad Anker is renowned throughout the world as one of the greatest living mountaineers. Follow him to the Himalayan peaks of northern India to climb the ‘Shark’s Fin’ of Mt. Meru, a sheer 1,500-foot wall of blank granite, one the hardest, most dangerous and beautiful routes on the planet. For 30 years the best mountaineers in the world had attemp…

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Leg Cramps - The Debilitating Mysterious Leg pain 29:49

1M ago29:49

29:49

They happen to almost everyone. You are hiking on a beautiful trail, maybe up a steep hill, all is going well. Then all of a sudden, it hits. A muscle cramps . It is so painful that it prevents you from going any further. What causes them, how can they be prevented, how are they treated? While they remain mysterious in their origin, there are certa…

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Secret Archives, Dental Tools, and Peanut-Head Bugs: Going Behind the Scenes at the Natural History Museum of Utah 31:43

1M ago31:43

31:43

The Natural History Museum of Utah is described as the "jewel in Utah's crown," a treasure trove of over 1.6 million artifacts spanning billions of years of natural history. From anthropological artifacts to geological gems, as well as one of the world's largest collection of fossils, you could spend days just seeing half of it. And today, we're go…

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Cowboys, Stuntmen, and Saloons on Wheels: 100 Years of Movie Magic in Utah 46:43

1M ago46:43

46:43

Utah landed on the silver screen in 1923 with "The Covered Wagon," and it's been the coveted location for many of Hollywood's most iconic projects ever since. From Kevin Costner to Kevin Bacon, John Wayne to Frank Sinatra, some of the industry's biggest names have spent time telling their stories against the backdrop of this state. Today, we're goi…

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409 Big changes coming to the podcast! 52:23

1M ago52:23

52:23

On this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss big changes coming to the podcast, and ask the listeners to voice their thoughts on the changes. Also, water safety and Kevin went to the Outdoor Magazine event in Denver Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob w…

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Liquid Tourism: Drinking On Location in Yolo, California 50:01

1M ago50:01

50:01

Pub crawls, wine tasting, a distillery or two. The only thing better than summer travel, is summer travel with a drink in hand. That’s what this episode is all about. We’re calling it Liquid Tourism and it’s going to be a lot of fun. Today, we’re going to Yolo County, California. You may remember it from the documentary we made about the Slow Food …

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Electrifying Insights: An Update on Lightning 21:35

1M ago21:35

21:35

More people are being injured by lightning as they go outside to places and at times where lighting is present. This podcast will spark your curiosity and illuminate the mysteries of lightning and help you stay safe as you venture outdoors.By AWLS

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408 Author and Adventurer Kevin Fedarko is the guest 49:58

2M ago49:58

49:58

On this week's podcast, Bob's guest us author and adventurer Kevin Fedarko. They talk about his newly released book "A Walk in the Park: The True Story of a Spectacular Misadventure in the Grand Canyon". The book details his and photographer Pete McBride's attempt to hike the entire length of the canyon, from east to west. Also, they discuss how ov…

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Crocodile Ceremonies, Treacherous Treks, and one of the Most Remote Tribes on Earth: Papúa New Guinea with Off-Grid Explorer Benedict Allen 54:15

2M ago54:15

54:15

Benedict Allen has made a name for himself, not necessarily for what he does, but for what he does not do...travel with modern technology. For the last several decades, Benedict has explored some of the most remote corners of the planet, from crossing the Amazon basin to the deserts of Namibia. And instead of navigating those highly complex journey…

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Drowning - An Important Update 21:54

2M ago21:54

21:54

Deaths from drowning incidents are increasing for the first time in 20 years. What is drowning? What causes injury, how do you treat someone? And most importantly, how do you prevent drowning from happening? Listen to this important update on drowning.By AWLS

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407 City leader Richard Skorman is the guest 41:25

2M ago41:25

41:25

On this week's podcast, Bob sits down for a chat with Colorado Springs' Richard Skorman. Skorman is a a former city councilor, a small business owner, outdoor advocate, civic leader and water conservation activist. They talk about his newest initiative of getting volunteers to help clean up trash in sensitive areas and neighborhoods, the scarcity o…

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Zika Virus - the Silent Disease that Causes Birth Defects 17:58

2M ago17:58

17:58

It was first isolated in the forests of Africa but now Zika Virus is found in many places of the world. This disease does not cause serious symptoms, if any at all. But this is what makes it scary, because it can cause serious birth defects. Listen to know more about this horrible disease.By AWLS

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406 Pikes Peak Update, Fox Run Nature Center, other news 47:55

2M ago47:55

47:55

On this week's podcast, Bob provides an update on the shuttle and reservation system on Pikes Peak. Also, interesting facts around the proposed Fox Run Park Nature Center, a new feature on the COTREX app and website, and Bob is selling one of his cameras. Pikes Peak season/annual passes: https://tinyurl.com/tz94b427 COTREX wildfire alerts: https://…

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Mule Riding, Canyoneering, and Skiing Into a Pool: Part Two of Uniquely Utah Adventures 46:31

2M ago46:31

46:31

If there's one word that defines Utah, it just might be adventure. From the adrenaline-pumping to the meditative, the outdoors in Utah is a veritable playground for exploration. In Part One of Uniquely Utah adventures, we spent the morning fly fishing on the teal waters of Flaming Gorge, followed by an afternoon of mountain biking, chasing sharp tu…

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Cryptosporidium - the Ruiner of Your Backcountry Trip 17:17

2M ago17:17

17:17

Most people call it Crypto, and most people will have only mild diarrhea. But don't be mistaken, not only can it ruin a trip, it is very contagious and many people can get it. And some will get very sick. Worse still, It is resistant to chlorine and iodine. Listen and learn how to prevent this parasite from entering your body.…

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Bushwhacking to go Backpacking: Establishing Kenya's First Long-Distance Backpacking Trail with Chris Carter 49:10

2M ago49:10

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Growing up in Kenya, Chris Carter fell in love with Africa's wilderness -- with forests and grasslands, mountains and waterfalls, lions and giraffes. But after spending several years backpacking the long-distance treks of the US, he returned to his home country only to realize that Kenya had no comparable established backpacking trails. So naturall…

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405 City and County Master Plans, Pikes Peak Shuttle 40:22

2M ago40:22

40:22

On this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin discuss master plans projects underway for Colorado Springs' Fishers Canyon Open Space and El Paso County's Jones Park. Also, a discussion about timed-entry reservation requirement for Pikes Peak, and a new shuttle system that leaves out recreational users. Fishers Canyon Master Plan: https://tinyurl.com/3ndbv8…

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Giardia and its Foul Smelling Disease 17:59

2M ago17:59

17:59

It is estimated that more than 280 million human infections each year are found just in Africa, Asia, and America. In Mexico, the seroprevalence is 53%. Half of all people don't show symptoms. When they do, they stink! Listen and learn about this parasite that is found everywhere.By AWLS

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SE5EP10 - Devin Logan & Caroline Claire: Kindred Spirits 54:18

2M ago54:18

54:18

Olympians Devin Logan and Caroline Claire are kindred spirits, finishing each other’s sentences and sharing a common passion for hucking themselves off jumps and poofing through powder pillows in the Little Cottonwood backcountry. So how did the two Long Island girls, seven years apart in age, find each other and make their way to Utah? The duo are…

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Wilderness As Medicine 12:23

2M ago12:23

12:23

We have longed talked about wilderness medicine, that is treating people in the outdoors. But what about using the wilderness AS medicine to treat people by using the outdoors as therapy. We start an important concept with this podcast.By AWLS

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404 A hike and conversation with "Hiking Unlimited" 24:12

2M ago24:12

24:12

On this week's podcast, Bob takes a short hike while interviewing Sheila Doherty a/k/a "Hiking Unlimited" on social media. An expert based in Phoenix, she gives advice on hiking in the desert Southwest, chats with Bob about her favorite trips and hikes, and also her future plans. Along on the hike was Sheila's friend, Michelle, a new hiker who was …

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Fireside Dances, Ancient Ruins, and the Beauty of Hózhó (Balance): Native Connections 50:41

3M ago50:41

50:41

Maiku. Yá'át'ééh. And hello! You can't really know a place without hearing from the people who have always been there. Utah is the sacred and ancestral home of eight different tribal nations, including the Paiute, Navajo (Diné), Shoshone, Goshute, and more. And today, we're learning as much about their histories and cultures as we can. Join us as w…

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Mule Riding, Canyoneering, and Skiing Into a Pool: Uniquely Utah Adventures 1:00:58

3M ago1:00:58

1:00:58

Welcome to Utah: Life Elevated, the documentary podcast that will take you all around Utah on an unforgettable road trip with travel writer and host Aaron Millar. Recorded on-location with cinematic-style surround sound, each episode will make you feel like you're right at the heart of the action. And in today's episode, there's plenty of action! I…

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The 'Hollywood' Skull, Pluto, and 42 Telescopes: Dissecting Deep Time 57:30

3M ago57:30

57:30

Dinosaurs and dark skies have a lot more in common than you'd think...and Utah happens to be one of the best places in the world to experience both of them firsthand. In this episode, join host Aaron Millar as he explores Utah through both time and space. From coming face to face with a wall of dinosaur bones to stepping onto a top-secret active di…

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Mule Riding, Canyoneering, and Skiing Into a Pool: Part One of Uniquely Utah Adventures 34:34

3M ago34:34

34:34

Welcome to Utah: Life Elevated, the documentary podcast that will take you all around Utah on an unforgettable road trip. Today, we're diving into some of Utah's unique adventures...because if there's one word that defines Utah, it just might be adventure! From rappelling down canyon walls to churning up dirt on a mountain bike, there are so many w…

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The Cyclist Who Went Out in the Cold: Adventures Along the Iron Curtain Trail with Tim Moore 34:15

3M ago34:15

34:15

Writer Tim Moore is no stranger to the unusual and unique. In his early days as a travel writer, he rode a container ship to Iceland, biked across Italy in a period costume, completed the Camino de Santiago with a donkey as his only companion, and more. So when Tim got a call out of the blue one day from his editor, asking if he'd consider biking t…

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403 Want to hike to Hanging Lake? Plan ahead. 46:06

3M ago46:06

46:06

On this week's podcast, Bob is joined by co-host Kevin "Wild" Westendorf and they catch up on what Kevin has been doing since he was last on the show. They also discuss people behaving badly on trails, a rescue due to people being woefully underprepared, and if you want to hike to the popular Hanging Lake, you will need to prepare carefully and far…

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Overcoming MS 20:53

3M ago20:53

20:53

One year before recording this podcast, Matt was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Instead of canceling his goals, he elevated them with the plan to summit a 4000 m (13,000 foot) mountain. The obstacles are real. Listen to how he's overcoming them.By AWLS

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What Ticks Put in US 22:33

3M ago22:33

22:33

Most people know that ticks can cause disease. And most people have heard of Lyme disease. But there are many more and some are deadly. Listen and learn about the many diseases that ticks put in us.By AWLS

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402 Rocky Mountain Field Institute's Jolie NeSmith 44:29

3M ago44:29

44:29

On this week's podcast, Bob interviews Jolie NeSmith, the Executive Director of the Rocky Mountain Field Institute (RMFI). They talk about her first year at the helm, including challenges and accomplishments, and then move on to discuss the 2024 work season. The review the projects RMFI will be working on, with an update on the multi-year Devils Pl…

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STARI or LYME 12:23

3M ago12:23

12:23

You notice a red circular rash on your skin where a tick had bitten you. It must be Lyme disease - right? Think again! While the causative agent is not known, the STARI rash is being seen more and more. So, is it STARI or Lyme? Listen and find out.By AWLS

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From the top of Crater Lake to the bottom of a Lava Tube: On Location on Oregon's Central Nature Trail, USA 1:07:54

3M ago1:07:54

1:07:54

In Oregon, the natural world doesn't just inspire awe -- it gives a touch of the sublime. In the words of one guide, it's "timeless...important for the soul of humankind." And today, we're immersing ourselves in those sublime experiences along the Central Nature Trail in Oregon! Follow along as we snowshoe to the top of Watchman Peak, for the best …

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401 Luis Benitez and How Outdoor Recreation can Save the World 56:41

3M ago56:41

56:41

Bob chats with Luis Benitez, the author of "Higher Ground: How The Outdoor Recreation Industry Can Save The World". The first head of Colorado's Outdoor Recreation Industry Office, and a leader in the outdoor recreation industry, he talks with Bob about the need to change how outdoor recreation in the United States is funded and managed, and how he…

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Doggie Giardia 15:38

3M ago15:38

15:38

Its fantastic to take your dog outdoors into the wild. But you watch as they swallow water you would not drink. They sniff and eat things you would not touch. And then you wonder if they will get sick? Giardia is everywhere. Do dogs get it?. How do you know if your pet has it? What do you do to treat it? Can you get a Giardia infection from them? L…

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In Search of Paradise with Pico Iyer 43:30

3M ago43:30

43:30

"Paradise: that elusive place where the anxieties, struggles, and burdens of life fall away. Most of us dream of it, but each of us has very different ideas about where it is to be found. For some it can be enjoyed only after death; for others, it’s in our midst—or just across the ocean—if only we can find eyes to see it." Thus begins the premise o…

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400 The Healthy Hiker talks about taking care of our feet 1:06:41

3M ago1:06:41

1:06:41

This week's podcast is all about feet and how to take care of them. Bob is joined by frequent guest Physical Therapist and "Healthy Hiker" Alicia Filley, for an enlightening talk about feet. From common injuries, to how to decipher pain, to socks and shoes, they cover almost anything you'd want to know about feet and hiking. The Healthy Hiker websi…

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Speaking With Dolphins and Searching for Sunken Treasure: On Location in the Florida Keys 32:08

3M ago32:08

32:08

In the Florida Keys, the ocean isn't just part of the scenery. Because beneath those shimmering teal waters, there are adventures and discoveries just waiting to be found. And in today's episode, we'll explore two very different - yet equally captivating - gems of the Keys, with excerpts from two different episodes of the 30-part Florida Keys Trave…

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