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The World's longest running independent producer of broadcast quality podcasts for the adventurer, the long distance hiker, the backpacker, the camper, in fact anyone seeking an independent life in the outdoors as a self powered traveler. Since 2005 we've produced audio and video podcasts for the self powered outdoor enthusiast in the UK and World-Wide. For people who wants to find out more about getting into the outdoors lifestyle and enjoying the simple pleasures in life. Our range of mate ...
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The impact of PFAS on outdoor activities (00:00:18) Discussion on the dangers and persistence of PFAS in outdoor gear and the push to regulate and ban these chemicals. Approach to circular economy in the outdoor industry (00:04:27) Explanation of brands' efforts to promote repair, recycle, and reuse services, reducing pressure on the environment. N…
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Episode Overview Bob's Podcast Success (00:00:19) Bob discusses the success of the podcast and his recent experiences at the outdoor trade show. Plans for a Night Out (00:03:00) Bob and Rose discuss their plans for a night out on the local hills and the impact of weather on their schedule. Sleeping Under the Stars Experience (00:04:26) Bob and Rose…
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In this podcast episode, I reflect on the closure of Backpackinglight UK after nearly 20 years, discussing the journey and evolution of my company amidst significant changes in the outdoor retail industry. I highlight the challenges posed by mammoth retailers like Amazon and AliExpress, which impacted smaller independent businesses. I share our dec…
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This is part two of my conversation with Nikki Love and her remarkable journey across Australia, spanning from Perth to Sydney, began on May 1st, 2023, at the scenic shores of Cottesloe Beach. Over the course of 76 days, 3 hours, and 43 minutes, she traversed the vast expanse of the continent, culminating her adventure at the iconic Bondi Beach. In…
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Welcome to part one of my podcast interview with ultrarunning adventurer Nikki Love, where we delve into her incredible journey across Australia. On May 1st, 2023, Nikki embarked on a monumental 4000km run from Perth to Sydney, a feat that tested her endurance and resolve. Nikki initially aimed to cover 60km each day, aiming to surpass the men's re…
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A few interviews from the National Outdoor Expo and a sharing of time limited promo codes for listeners and viewers of The Outdoors Station. Please check out the full range of interviews and the livestream on the YouTube Channel. Thanks to the livestream sponsor Valley and Peak and all the others who are involved. Please check out the following web…
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Hey folks … I’m back!! This is a quick round up of what has been going on these last 12 months of silence, the new livestreams I am doing, in particular next week from the National Outdoor Expo and my new plans to get back producing enjoyable content for the any outdoors fans. It may be a bit cheeky but we have been nominated for an award at the Ou…
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This podcast and video is for people who want to understand the full impact of long term travel. To many, more than a couple of weeks travelling/hiking/backpacking/camping may seem like a long time. However there are those who have made it a life's journey or project to go further, much further for much longer. This is a story about two women who h…
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Most 'enlightened' hikers these days use trail shoes, so if you've an avid boot user who repeats the mantra 'ankle support' without ever questioning it, this podcast is not for you :) Like all outdoor manufacturing things have moved on in leaps and bounds in the trail shoe market as elsewhere. With the current need to change the manufacturing proce…
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The guys return for the first pod of Black History Month to discuss people hating on the greatness of Patricks Mahomes, 2 Black QB's starting in the Super Bowl, NBA trades they would like to see happen by the deadline & Bryan's new boxing show! Intro - 0:00 Bryan’s New Boxing Show ‘ The Mandatory’ - 3:39 People Hatin’ On The Greatness Of Patrick Ma…
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Advice is easy to come by when it comes to outdoors clothing and gear. But is it the ‘right’ advice? All you need to do is post a simple question on any of the social platforms and you’ll get endless replies, some of which may be from experienced professionals and others could be enthusiastic hobbyists, who are well meaning but limited in their pro…
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This interview is partly educational and partly entertainment. Tom Langhorne is a wilderness and survival instructor based in the highlands of Scotland. A superb challenging environment to learn and put skills to the test. Skills which really 'have' to work to keep you warm and create shelter when the famous Scots weather turns from the touristic b…
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Trumpeter Nabatè Isles returns to the podcast to discuss his new album 'En Motion' which drops January 27th. Nabatè and the guys share the hip-hop albums they are looking forward to this year, thoughts on the NFL Wild-Card Weekend and anticipated boxing matches in 2023. Intro - 0:00 Nabatè’s 2nd Album ‘En Motion’ Drops January 27th - 6:19 The Impor…
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This is part two of my conversation with Mark Waring regarding the joys of Packrafting and his 140km trip in 2022 along the River Kaitum in Sweden with fellow packrafters David Lintern and Debra West. In the conversation he mentions that it involved a 2 day walk to the put in, some it along the magnificent Kungsleden Trail. Once they were on the wa…
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Todays interview is with Itzi Aldecoa Tamayo one of the co-founders of Bikepacking Buds. A UK based network and collective of bikepackers, who want to meet others interested in this past time leading to socially gatherings for Micro or Major bike based adventures. Open to all ages and sexes the social media network shares trips, gear tips, knowledg…
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Dexter Henry and Bryan Fonseca close out the year by sharing their ten best hip-hop albums of 2022! Intro - 0:00 Albums 10 Through 6 - 2:05 Albums 5 Through 1 - 38:16 Support 'Ain't Hard To Tell Podcast' & donate to show: https://www.patreon.com/BackpackBroadcasting?fan_landing=true Try PrizePicks, the leading over/under daily fantasy game! Sign up…
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The health benefits of cold water immersion is starting to become more well known with people like Wim Hof promoting the activity on main stream media on a regular basis. I have found myself there is certainly a feeling of rejuvenation after a cold water bathing experience, however this usually takes place on warm sunny days high in the mountains. …
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Bryan Fonseca & Dexter close out the year with the first part of their annual hip-hop awards. In this episode the guys give out awards for verse of the year, rap song of the year, producer of the year & more. Intro - 0:00 Rap Song Of The Year - 5:42 Hip-Hop Jam Of The Year - 12:35 Verse Of The Year - 18:10 Non-Hip-Hop Album Of The Year - 23:22 Non-…
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Today's podcast is with Eoin Hamilton, one of the key players behind the increasingly popular Hiiker App, which I'm sure you've seen popping up around various websites supporting various outdoor bloggers and influencers. The Hiiker is an app contributed to by members of the outdoor community to help users discover, plan, and navigate their outdoor …
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Packrafting is growing in popularity and many people are now looking at those blue lines on the map much closer to see what potential adventures await. However it needs to be tempered with the safety element, as like any new emerging sport, accidents can happen and sometimes without experience these can be fatal. That said if the sport is approache…
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John D. Burns has spent over forty years among the mountains of the Scottish Highlands. He is an author and public speaker. His books tell of his adventures in this iconic landscape and have become classics for those who love wild places. His latest book The Hot Ten Diaries will be a joy to anyone who loves wild places all year round and sleep in a…
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This continues the conversation with Anna Richards regarding her TCT thru hike during the summer of 2022. We get into detail about the practicalities of hiking through the country, the language barrier, money, equipment failures and of course, how to get there and back. Plus we have a quick look in her rucksack discussing the best and worst piece o…
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Dexter Henry & Bryan Fonseca return to talk about Nas' newest album with Hit-Boy: King's Disease 3! Plus the guys share their early season NBA thoughts! Intro - 0:00 Nas & Hit-Boy Drop King’s Disease 3 - 3:46 Is KD3 The Best Nas & Hit-Boy Project? -12:32 Has The Perception Of Nas’s Discography Changed? - 30:00 KD3 Standout Tracks - 49:18 21 Savage …
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Outdoor enthusiast and freelance writer Anna Richards was sitting at her desk one day when a notification popped up on Twitter directing her to this advert. "We’re seeking intrepid, experienced hikers to be the first thru-hikers on the new 1,500km Transcaucasian Trail. Will you be one of them? For the past 6 years, we’ve been stitching together rou…
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It’s me! I'm back and I’m taking my first steps back into the Podasphere to see if my content is still needed and enjoyed by listeners around the world. In this episode you’ll hear various short news items which I can guarantee will be useful to you one day, if you, like me, want to get the most from your outdoor gear. There’s also a free competiti…
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Sports journalists Jarod Hector & Jamal Murphy join Bryan Fonseca & Dexter Henry to break down the 2022 NBA Draft. Plus a look into what the New York Knicks might be up to and if the Brooklyn Nets will call the bluff of Kyrie Irving. Support 'Ain't Hard To Tell Podcast' & donate to show: https://www.patreon.com/BackpackBroadcasting?fan_landing=true…
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Dexter Henry & Bryan Fonseca take a look at the first two games of the 2022 NBA Finals, how Quinn Snyder leaving Utah can affect Donovan Mitchell, big-name golfers leaving the PGA tour, & some of the notable rap albums dropping on June 17th. Intro - 0:00 2022 NBA Finals: Celtics & Warriors Tied 1-1 - 11:47 Quinn Snyder Leaving Jazz / Donovan Mitche…
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Boston Celtics writer Josue Pavón joins the guys to talk about the Celtics vs Heat series now becoming a best of 3 matchup and his thoughts on hip-hop music released in 2022. Intro - 0:00 Welcome Back, Josue! - 9:04 Heat-Celtics 2-2 Going Back To Miami - 14:40 Eastern Conference Finals: What’s Real, What’s Not? - 23:45 Keys For The Celtics To Win T…
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Miami Heat insider Greg Sylvander joins the show to talk about #HeatCulture and the Miami Heat's chances against the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals. Plus a new One Time 4 Your Mind where the guys review Kendrick Lamar's newest album 'Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers'. #MiamiHeat #KendickLamar #AintHardToTellPodcast Intro - 0:00 Introd…
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Combat Sports Analyst and Vancouver native Shantelle Chand joins the show to talk about her sports journalism career, recent and upcoming boxing & MMA fights, along with the real reason the Grizzlies didn't workout in Vancouver and Kendrick Lamar dropping 'The Heart Part 5'. Intro - 0:00 Introducing Shatelle Chand - 8:35 Shantelle Chand’s Career Pa…
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Dexter Henry & Bryan Fonseca return to talk about the start of the second round of the NBA Playoffs, Pusha T's new album, and an eventful boxing weekend that included a historic night at MSG. Start Of NBA Conference Semis - 10:11 Pusha T’s ‘It’s Almost Dry’ Review - 23:23 Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers’ Drops May 13th - 35:38 Boxin…
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Former NFL Wide Receiver Andre Coleman joins to show to talk with Bryan and Dex about the upcoming NFL Draft, the process of getting ready for the draft, the lack of kick returning in today's NFL & the lack of Black head coaches in the league. Intro - 0:00 Preparing For The NFL Draft - 6:11 College Coaches Helping Players Get Ready For Draft Day - …
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Veteran sports journalist Jarod Hector (True Hoop) & Jamal Murphy (Andscape) join Bryan & Dex to give their selections for NBA awards for the 2021-2022 season. Intro - 0:00 Sixth Man of the Year - 4:05 Coach of the Year - 6:23 Rookie of the Year - 11:21 Most Improved Player - 18:15 MVP- 30:25 Defensive Player Of The Year - 39:05 All-Defense First T…
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Dexter Henry & Bryan Fonseca recap the Final Four including Coach K getting sent home by UNC to end his career. Plus the guys share their concerns about the New York Mets before Opening Day and a look back at and eventful Wrestlemania 38. Intro - 0:00 National Title Game Recap: Kansas beats North Carolina 72-69 - 6:09 UNC Spoils The Coach K Retirem…
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News 12 reporters Dan Serafin & Kurt Semder bring their wrestling expertise to the show and help Dex & Bryan examine the state of wrestling as well as preview the upcoming Wrestlemania 38! Intro - 0:00 What Keeps You From Letting Go Of Wrestling? -6:42 Why Should People Appreciate Wrestling More Than They Do? -17:48 State Of Pro Wrestling (WWE & AE…
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Dexter Henry & Bryan Fonseca discuss how their brackets are looking after the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament, why they are rockin with the Saint Peter's Peacocks Cinderella run, the problematic new contract for DeShaun Watson, and a review of the slow start to the year for hip-hop. Intro - 0:00 What’s That Bracket Looking Like? - 2:49 Are …
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Jamal Murphy aka 'The Blacketologist' returns to the podcast to discuss the upcoming NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament including sleeper/overrated teams and Final Four picks! Intro - 0:00 What Type Of College Coach Would You Be? - 5:08 Coaching Carousel Craziness - 15:35 Did The Committee Get The Bracket Right? - 19:11 Which Teams Got Jerked/Hooked …
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Pitcher List founder, Nick Pollack returns to the podcast to talk with Dexter Henry & Bryan Fonseca about the ongoing Major League Baseball lockout and how it has affected his business. Plus a new OT4YM focuses on professional boxers on the frontlines in Ukraine and a teacher arrested after putting his hands on a student. Intro - 0:00 Major League …
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NBA Insider, Ian Begley finally returns to the show to talk with Dexter Henry & Bryan Fonseca about the New York Knicks disappointing 2021-2022 season and whether the new look Brooklyn Nets can still win the NBA title. Intro - 0:00 What Went Wrong With The 2021-2022 New York Knicks? - 3:30 Is There A Focus On Developing Young Knicks?- 5:26 Reasons …
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Boxer Chris "Primetime" Colbert (16-0, 6 KO's) joins the podcast to discuss with the guys his upcoming WBA Super Featherweight Title Eliminator against Hector Luis Garcia and his focus towards finally getting a shot at world title. Intro - 0:00 Introducing Brooklyn Boxer Chris Colbert (16-0, 6 KOs) - 2:17 Fighting In WBA Super Featherweight Title E…
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Following Super Bowl 56, the guys discuss the halftime show and why we need a NY Hip-Hop Super Bowl Halftime Show. Plus the absurdity surrounding Joe Burrow "transcending race", Kevin Durant's role in getting James Harden out of Brooklyn and the impact of Verzuz matchups coming with a $2.99 price tag. Intro - 0:00 Super Bowl Halftime Show - 3:13 Jo…
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Lawyer & Sports Journalist, Jamal Murphy joins the pod to discuss the impact of the Brian Flores lawsuit against the NFL and three teams, the lack of Black coaches in the NFL & whether or not we will see true racial diversity in coaching. Intro - 0:00 Brian Flores sues the NFL, three teams, in class-action lawsuit - 6:00 NFL’s Response To Lawsuit -…
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Dexter Henry & Bryan Fonseca discuss the upcoming Super Bowl 56 matchup, why people are doing too much when it comes to praising Joe Burrow & whether or not Pillow Fighting is a legit combat sport. Intro - 0:00 Dunkin Donuts Not Having Donuts - 3:16 Super Bowl Matchup Set: Cincinnati Bengals vs LA Rams - 10:14 Joe Burrow Hype Train -19:10 Tom Brady…
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New York Giants beat writer, Paul Schwartz (New York Post) joins the podcast to talk about Big Blue's off-season including finding a new head coach. Paul also talks with with the guys about the amazing weekend of football in the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs and whether or not NFL overtime rules need to change. Plus a new OT4YM where Bryan h…
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Dexter Henry & Bryan Fonseca talk about the controversy surrounding unvaccinated tennis star Novak DJokovic being deported from Australia, how they have been enjoying legal sports betting in NY, as well as new music from Joey Bada$$ & Cordae! Intro - 0:00 Novak Djokovic Out Of Australian Open - 10:00 NBA Hating On Kings Use Of ‘Cold As Ice’ Vs West…
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Dexter Henry & Bryan Fonseca return for the first podcast of 2022 and discuss a March Madness Style NYC Neighborhood Bracket, the state of the NBA at the midpoint of the season and a review of 'Magic', the new Nas & Hit-Boy project. Intro - 0:00 NBA Mid-Season Check In - 6:34 NYC Neighborhood Tournament - 24:03 New Nas 'Magic' EP - 51:00 Support 'A…
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Dexter Henry and Bryan Fonseca close out the year sharing their top ten hip-hop albums of 2022! #HipHop #Rap #AintHardToTellPodcast Intro - 0:00 2021 Hip-Hop Albums Of The Year 10 Thru 6 - 3:43 2021 Hip-Hop Albums Of the Year 5 Thru 1 - 31:43 Support 'Ain't Hard To Tell Podcast' & donate to show: https://www.patreon.com/BackpackBroadcasting?fan_lan…
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Dexter Henry & Bryan Fonseca get ready to close out 2021 with the first part of their annual hip-hop awards. The guys share their selections for Hip-Hop Artist Of The Year, Verse Of The Year, Hip-Hop Song Of The Year and more! Intro - 0:00 Hip-Hop EP Of The Year - 5:34 Hip-Hop Song Of The Year - 10:10 Hip-Hop Jam Of the Year - 15:30 Hip -Hop Verse …
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'Insider' Investigative Reporter, Bradford Davis returns to the podcast to discuss his story about Major League Baseball secretly using two different baseballs during the 2021 season and how the current MLB lockout is going. Intro- 0:00 Major League Baseball Work Stoppage - 4:43 MLB Secretly Used 2 Different Types Of Baseballs Last Season - 29:36 I…
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