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The Hiking Podcast

The Hiking Podcast

The Hiking Podcast 43 episodes Nov 10, 2026

The Hiking Podcast is hosted by Tom Smith, a mountain leader; Laurie Crayston, a record-breaking hiker; and Paul Burrow, a self-described average-joe hiker. With over 35 years of combined experience in the mountains, the trio share real stories, hard-earned lessons, and practical advice for hikers of all levels. The conversations are relaxed, honest, and often drift beyond hiking, reflecting the reality of long days on the hill. It’s equal parts insight, humour, and storytelling - three mates talking mountains, miles, and life.

Episodes

76: 2 Men, 1 Car, 2 Hikes, 2 Rescues - Dissecting A Real Mountain Rescue
76: 2 Men, 1 Car, 2 Hikes, 2 Rescues - Dissecting A Real Mountain Rescue Nov 10, 2026 20:48 76: Two Men, One Car, Two Hikes, Two Rescues - Dissecting A Real Mountain RescueNeed a mountain guide? trekkingtom.comTraining for a hike? Visit thehikingcoach.co.ukMountain medals: earneditco.ukTom’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/trekking.tom.experiences/Paul’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzardhikes/The Hiking Coach Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.hiking.coach/Laurie
75: Is It Even Wild Without Wild Weather? Karl Bushby Makes It Home + The Alpinist
75: Is It Even Wild Without Wild Weather? Karl Bushby Makes It Home + The Alpinist Nov 9, 2026 23:48 75: Is It A Mountain Race Without Mountain Weather? Karl Bushby Makes It Home + The AlpinistNeed a mountain guide? trekkingtom.comTraining for a hike? Visit thehikingcoach.co.ukMountain medals: earneditco.ukTom’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/trekking.tom.experiences/Paul’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzardhikes/The Hiking Coach Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.hiking.
74: How To Tackle Winter (Sound Quality Returns)
74: How To Tackle Winter (Sound Quality Returns) Nov 6, 2026 19:30 74: How To Tackle Winter (Sound Quality Up)Need a mountain guide? trekkingtom.comTraining for a hike? Visit thehikingcoach.co.ukMountain medals: earneditco.ukTom’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/trekking.tom.experiences/Paul’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzardhikes/The Hiking Coach Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.hiking.coach/Laurie’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.
73: How Long Did It Take Us To Trust Our Own Judgement In The Mountains?
73: How Long Did It Take Us To Trust Our Own Judgement In The Mountains? Nov 6, 2026 18:29 73: How Long Did It Take Us To Trust Our Own Judgement In The Mountains?Need a mountain guide? trekkingtom.comTraining for a hike? Visit thehikingcoach.co.ukMountain medals: earneditco.ukTom’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/trekking.tom.experiences/Paul’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzardhikes/The Hiking Coach Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.hiking.coach/Laurie’s Insta
72: Milo & The Bull + Will AI Take Over + More!
72: Milo & The Bull + Will AI Take Over + More! Nov 3, 2026 19:52 72: Milo & The Bull + Will AI Take Over + More!Need a mountain guide? trekkingtom.comTraining for a hike? Visit thehikingcoach.co.ukMountain medals: earneditco.ukTom’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/trekking.tom.experiences/Paul’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzardhikes/The Hiking Coach Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.hiking.coach/Laurie’s Instagram - https://www.in
71: Dissecting A Real Mountain Rescue Callout
71: Dissecting A Real Mountain Rescue Callout Nov 2, 2026 33:01 71: Dissecting A Real Mountain Rescue CalloutNeed a mountain guide? trekkingtom.comTraining for a hike? Visit thehikingcoach.co.ukMountain medals: earneditco.ukEpisode 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
70: Should Hikers Warm Up? + Is Social Media Really To Blame For More Mountain Rescue Callouts?
70: Should Hikers Warm Up? + Is Social Media Really To Blame For More Mountain Rescue Callouts? Oct 27, 2026 32:24 70: Should Hikers Warm Up? + Is Social Media Really To Blame For More Mountain Rescue Callouts?Need a mountain guide? ⁠⁠trekkingtom.com⁠⁠Training for a hike? Visit ⁠⁠thehikingcoach.co.uk⁠⁠Mountain medals: ⁠⁠earneditco.uk⁠⁠Tom’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/trekking.tom.experiences/Paul’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzardhikes/The Hiking Coach Instagram - https://www.instagram.
69: Two Grand For A Race, Our Reviews + Almost One Year Of Podcasting
69: Two Grand For A Race, Our Reviews + Almost One Year Of Podcasting Oct 26, 2026 22:35 69: Two Grand For A Race, Our Reviews + Almost One Year Of PodcastingNeed a mountain guide? ⁠⁠trekkingtom.com⁠⁠Training for a hike? Visit ⁠⁠thehikingcoach.co.uk⁠⁠Mountain medals: ⁠⁠earneditco.uk⁠⁠Tom’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/trekking.tom.experiences/Paul’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzardhikes/The Hiking Coach Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.hiking.coach/Lauri
68: Laurie's Comeback, Paul's Holiday & Tom's Film Premiere
68: Laurie's Comeback, Paul's Holiday & Tom's Film Premiere Oct 25, 2026 27:34 68: Laurie's Comeback, Paul's Holiday & Tom's Film PremiereNeed a mountain guide? ⁠⁠trekkingtom.com⁠⁠Training for a hike? Visit ⁠⁠thehikingcoach.co.uk⁠⁠Mountain medals: ⁠⁠earneditco.uk⁠⁠Tom’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/trekking.tom.experiences/Paul’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzardhikes/The Hiking Coach Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.hiking.coach
67: Calling Mountain Rescue For Cramp, New Mountaineering Documentaries + More
67: Calling Mountain Rescue For Cramp, New Mountaineering Documentaries + More Oct 22, 2026 27:05 67: Calling Mountain Rescue For Cramp, New Mountaineering Documentaries + MoreNeed a mountain guide? ⁠⁠trekkingtom.com⁠⁠Training for a hike? Visit ⁠⁠thehikingcoach.co.uk⁠⁠Mountain medals: ⁠⁠earneditco.uk⁠⁠Tom’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/trekking.tom.experiences/Paul’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzardhikes/The Hiking Coach Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.hiking.co
66: Hiking & Body Image, Hiking For Weightloss & Are Hikers Travelling Lighter?
66: Hiking & Body Image, Hiking For Weightloss & Are Hikers Travelling Lighter? Sep 28, 2026 12:27 66: Hiking & Body Image, Hiking For Weightloss & Are Hikers Travelling Lighter?Need a mountain guide? ⁠⁠trekkingtom.com⁠⁠Training for a hike? Visit ⁠⁠thehikingcoach.co.uk⁠⁠Mountain medals: ⁠⁠earneditco.uk⁠⁠Tom’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/trekking.tom.experiences/Paul’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzardhikes/The Hiking Coach Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.
65: Can You Hike Too Cautiously? The Cape Wrath Trail + Tom's Opinion On Festivals
65: Can You Hike Too Cautiously? The Cape Wrath Trail + Tom's Opinion On Festivals Sep 25, 2026 27:18 65: Can You Hike Too Cautiously? The Cape Wrath Trail + Tom's Opinion On FestivalsNeed a mountain guide? ⁠⁠trekkingtom.com⁠⁠Training for a hike? Visit ⁠⁠thehikingcoach.co.uk⁠⁠Mountain medals: ⁠⁠earneditco.uk⁠⁠Tom’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/trekking.tom.experiences/Paul’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzardhikes/The Hiking Coach Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.h

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