Hey all -
For my AT thru-hike next year, I'm strongly considering starting a on-the-trail podcast similar to what Ratatouille is doing with Trailside Radio this year on the PCT.
I love podcasts. I love that long-form interviews, and stories, and random hiker chats are able to be recorded. I love the updates done right from the trail, as the hikers are walking. I think doing one for my hike would be an awesome way of having an "audio journal" of the hike and the people met along the way. Youtube and video seem far, far too disruptive to the vibe of a thru-hike. Seriously, who takes their phone and puts it on their trekking pole as a selfie stick? Gross.
This isn't being done as a way to make money out on the trail - I'm not asking for a dime, or advertising on the show, I'm just looking for another way to flex my creativity muscle during my hike.
So, I understand what I enjoy in a podcast, but I need your help refining the format of the show - Anyone who listens to thru-hike podcasts is also likely on Whiteblaze, so I figured I'd post here for help!
Some questions for those who listen to hiking podcasts like Sounds of the Trail, Trailside Radio, and The Trail Show:
- What do you LOVE about whatever show you listen to? What keeps you coming back?
- What features or segments would you add to your favorite shows?
- What annoys you about your favorite shows?
Also, I would love someone to bounce ideas off of, especially anyone who has started a podcast, or is familiar with the process of launching a podcast. I've never done something like this before. PM me, please!