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The Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show

Bright Angel Outfitters

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Hike your best hike with the Grand Canyon's #1 podcast as your guide! Be inspired and informed through the riveting accounts of veterans and first-timers alike, with host Brian Speciale's unique storytelling style uncovering stories of triumph and tragedy. This is THE podcast for the Grand Canyon hiker and trail runner—especially those planning Rim2Rim and other bucket list Canyon adventures. The show is supplemented by the Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show's private Facebook group.
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Grand Canyon Five-Minute Histories

Grand Canyon Five Minute Histories

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A collection of verbal histories organized by river mile along the Colorado River through Grand Canyon. These topics have been selected as locations with significant human history regarding past activities of the location and/or the name that the location has received.
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Inside Grand Canyon

National Park Service

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Learn about Grand Canyon National Park with a Park Ranger as your guide. Inside Grand Canyon provides an in-depth look at the nature, science, history and culture of the Grand Canyon told through audio/ video podcasts and Ranger Minutes. A powerful and inspiring landscape, the Grand Canyon overwhelms our senses through its immense size. Unique combinations of geologic color and erosional forms decorate a canyon that is 277 river miles (446km) long, up to 18 miles (29km) wide, and a mile (1.6 ...
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Al Pickering and his wife had a dream: the iconic Rim-to-Rim hike in the Grand Canyon. But when Al invited his younger brother along—and feared his brother hadn't put in the proper preparation—things quickly turned in a dangerous direction. ***** Please join the Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show's private Facebook group by clicking here. ***** The Rim2R…
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Chloe Cole, a detransitioner and senior fellow at Do No Harm, joined the Grand Canyon Times podcast to discuss: Chloe’s childhood and process into gender transitioning with her parents and therapists. How quickly she felt she made a mistake after undergoing irreversible surgery. Chloe finding Christ and a renewed purpose as a woman and the work she…
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Training for your Canyon adventure doesn't have to be complicated, and Brad Gill will prove it. Today, the veteran marathoner and triathlete shares his smart and simple training regiment, along with the compelling story of the long Grand Canyon adventure it was built for. ***** Want to check out Brad's training program and packing list? Click here …
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Mary Banik is 73 years old, and has hiked the Grand Canyon 175 hard-earned times...and counting. Today, Ms. Mary shares her triumphs, her near-tragedy, and the trail lessons she's learned that can help us all have our best hikes. ***** The all-new Grand Canyon Shade Tracker is LIVE!! This incredible interactive tool lets you see when and where you'…
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J. Christian Adams, president and general counsel of the Public Interest Legal Foundation (PILF) joined the Grand Canyon Times podcast to discuss: The 2020 election in Arizona and Donald Trump’s loss by less than 10,500 votes. Overview of entertaining short film using current voter roll information that shows registrants using commercial addresses …
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Appearing on the TV show Shark Tank was a life highlight for my brother and me. Now—seven years later—the lessons I learned are being applied to Grand Canyon hiking. Today, it's all about the three simple words that propelled us to Shark Tank, and how they might even help influence your Grand Canyon adventure. ***** Please join the Grand Canyon Hik…
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It started with what dad figured was an unserious idea, and ended with he and his adult daughter conquering one of the most serious hikes in the world. Today, we get a sneak peek into what it takes to have a successful Rim-to-Rim with the father/daughter team of Paul Hofmann and Amybeth Hancock. ***** Please join the Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show's …
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Kevin Fedarko now has two Grand Canyon-related best sellers to his name: The Emerald Mile and his latest book, A Walk In The Park, which chronicles what he calls the "spectacular misadventure" of his through-hike of the 700+ mile length of the Canyon. Kevin recently gave a talk at the Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim, and we were there to record…
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After talking north-to-south Rim2Rims in the last episode, we move on to south-to-north Rim2Rims in this one. Buffy Park is back for a discussion on the pros & cons of the South Kaibab-North Kaibab route. ***** Please join the Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show's private Facebook group by clicking here. ***** The Rim2Rim Pack from Bright Angel Outfitters…
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Arizona State Sen. Janae Shamp (R-AZ-29) joined the Grand Canyon Times Podcast to discuss: Border security, housing affordability, and healthcare in Arizona Outreach to young conservative voters in her district Her legislative priorities when re-elected Shamp was first elected to represent Arizona’s 29th Legislative District in Nov. 2022. She defea…
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"Which way do I go?" It's a common question when deciding the direction you'll take when planning a Rim-to-Rim adventure. Today, we break down the pros & cons of the north-to-south route—from logistics to difficulty—with Canyon vet Buffy Park. ***** Please join the Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show's private Facebook group by clicking here. ***** The Ri…
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A special episode today where we discuss the unprecedented extreme heat in Arizona and the Canyon—very dangerous as it comes right in the middle of prime Rim2Rim season. Plus an encore airing of one of our most popular episodes: Death And Despair On North Kaibab. ***** Please join the Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show's private Facebook group by clickin…
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Hiking Rim2Rim and want a tour guide along the way? Download this episode and take it with you as Brian joins you for all the stops along the way with information about what you're seeing, how much progress you've made, and how far you still have to go. All brought to you free of charge by Bright Angel Outfitters. Here are the stops on the North Ka…
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Hiking Rim2Rim and want a tour guide along the way? Download this episode and take it with you as Brian joins you for all the stops along the way with information about what you're seeing, how much progress you've made, and how far you still have to go. All brought to you free of charge by Bright Angel Outfitters. Here are the stops: 00:00 South Ka…
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If you're going to hike Rim2Rim in the Grand Canyon, preparation is the #1 indicator of success. How you train and how you plan can truly make all the difference. Today, we speak with Jackie Kunkel, a 59-year-old who recently took on this bucket list adventure with two other ladies—and learn how they finished with smiles on their faces. ***** Pleas…
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Mary from Kansas is now a Canyon vet, having completed her first Rim-to-Rim in May. But getting there wasn't just a physical challenge—it was a mental one as well. Today, Mary unpacks the strategies she used, including training as a flatlander, and how her anxiety led to overpacking—or, as she puts it, "fear packing." ***** Please join the Grand Ca…
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Imagine loving the Grand Canyon so much that Phantom Ranch stew is on your holiday menu—in England! This is the story of the father/daughter duo of Steve & Georgia Coppen, who were planning a summer hike to Phantom before a waterline break forced them to change plans at the last minute. ***** Please join the Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show's private F…
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August 22, 2024 is a day I won't forget. For me, it meant a Rim2River hike in shockingly perfect summer conditions. For those downriver in the Havasupai area, though, it meant a raging flash flood that led to chaos—and loss. We'll talk with Dr. Tom Myers about what to do in the event of flash flooding on your hike, and also catch up with a pair of …
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Would you know what to do if you or someone you were hiking with was having a heat emergency? Phillip Grim was just 10 years old when he set out to hike Rim-to-Rim with his family. But he never made it. Today, 28 years later, his story is a reminder of the serious business of hiking the Grand Canyon—and how one poor decision can snowball into an un…
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When you mess something up, you have to admit it. You have to own it. You have to wear it. So...that's what I'll do today, as I talk about the harsh lessons I learned about myself on a recent Rim2Rim, and hope they can help you on your own Grand Canyon adventure. ***** Please join the Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show's private Facebook group by clickin…
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How to train, what to pack, how to handle food and water intake and so much more—Jessica Varvus did all the research she could in preparation for her May Rim2Rim. Today, she shares what worked, what didn't, and what she wishes she'd have known before taking on the mighty Grand Canyon. ***** Please join the Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show's private Fac…
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Scot Mussi is President of the Arizona Free Enterprise Club, a non-profit advocacy organization founded in 2005 which focuses on “advancing a pro-growth, limited government agenda in Arizona.” Mussi was born and raised Arizona and graduated from Arizona State University in 2004. He lives in Gilbert with his wife and their three children. In this ep…
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Summer hiking in the Grand Canyon can be dangerous. Fatally so, in fact. But if you're going to take it on, at least do yourself (and those who might otherwise be forced to rescue you) the service of being physically and mentally prepared for an extreme physical activity in an extreme environment. Today, exercise physiologist and Canyon vet Coach A…
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Logistics can be just as challenging as the hike—especially when you're talking about multi-day trips on the corridor trails. Today, we speak with Canyon vet John Sterrett, an experienced multi-day Rim-to-Rimmer with vast knowledge on what it takes to plan and train for more complex itineraries, and why he thinks those are the best way to experienc…
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The stretch from June 16 through July 7 of 2024 was amongst the deadliest in the recorded history of the Grand Canyon. Four hikers lost their lives during that period, with the assumption (it's too early for official causes to be released) that some, or perhaps all, were heat-related. One of those fatalities was Scott Sims, a 69-year-old entreprene…
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Ned Ryun, founder of American Majority, appeared on the Grand Canyon Times Podcast to discuss his predictions on potential nominees from both Republican and Democrat parties, as well as the impact of absentee ballots in the upcoming electionRyun is a former writer for President George W. Bush. Before founding American Majority Action he created Gen…
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Alicia Caine was so inspired by her Rim2Rim—that she wrote a book about it. Today, Alicia shares the story of that unforgettable day, and what drove her to write a book that's sole purpose is to help others prepare for the Canyon's #1 bucket list adventure. ***** Alicia's book, Conquer The Canyon: Rim to Rim In A Day, A 16-Week Training Plan is ava…
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It's been a devastating three weeks in the Grand Canyon, with FOUR hiking deaths. We don't know for sure that any of them were heat-related, but it's very likely. So let's talk about it... ***** Click here for the link to Amy's Google doc on hiking in the heat at the Grand Canyon. ***** The all-new Grand Canyon Shade Tracker is LIVE!! This incredib…
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Steve Cortes appeared on the Grand Canyon Times Podcast to discuss the recent debate between former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden, and the impact it will have on Arizona Voters. Bio: Cortes is a political advisor and commentator. He previously traded global currencies and interest rates for 25 years for large international hedge fu…
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A variety show today as we cover topics from hiking in the heat to wearing headphones to North Rim mule rides to a spouse's perspective of their Canyon hiker and much more...with the Grand Canyon Hiker Dudette—my wife, Zeena Speciale. ***** Please join the Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show's private Facebook group by clicking here. ***** The Rim2Rim Pac…
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Jeff Tobey, candidate for the governing board of Peoria Unified School District, appeared on the Grand Canyon Times Podcast to discuss the reasons he's running and his plans to make student and staff safety a priority in the district. Bio Tobey is currently running for a seat on the Peoria Unified School District board, which will be on the Novembe…
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Al Pickering and his wife had a dream: the iconic Rim-to-Rim hike in the Grand Canyon. But when Al invited his younger brother along—and feared his brother hadn't put in the proper preparation—things quickly turned in a dangerous direction. ***** Please join the Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show's private Facebook group by clicking here. ***** The Rim2R…
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Austin VanDerHeyden, the Municipal Affairs Liaison at The Goldwater Institute, joined the Grand Canyon Times podcast to discuss his organization’s new report showing that hundreds of millions of dollars has been spent to “combat homelessness” by the Phoenix and Tucson governments, with little transparency or return on investment.He also discussed a…
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Jamie Zwilling is the best kind of "loser"—the kind who has battled obesity and managed to cut his weight almost exactly in half. Today, Jamie shares the inspirational story of his Rim-to-Rim adventure, including the details of his training regiment, the logistical challenges he faced, and a step-by-step account of what he calls the hardest physica…
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Patrick Brenner, founder and president of the Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI), joins the Grand Canyon Times Podcast to discuss public records law, school choice, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. In this episode, he covers the institute's pending lawsuits against the city of Scottsdale and Mesa Public Schools related to Arizona…
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It's everything I don't advise: a Rim-to-Rim during the hottest time of the year. So if someone has to do it, it might as well be me. Come along as I tackle the Canyon's most iconic hike on a scorching afternoon, and hear everything I learned about hiking in extreme heat. ***** Please join the Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show's private Facebook group b…
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H. Sterling Burnett, director of the Arthur B. Robinson Center on Climate and Environmental Policy, joins the Grand Canyon Times Podcast to discuss the creation of "chief heat officers" within the State of Arizona government and Phoenix city government, the agenda behind those positions, and the way in which "heat related" deaths are reported withi…
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Hiking in direct sun in the Canyon's warmer months isn't just uncomfortable—it can actually help kill you. Today, we talk to the creator of the Grand Canyon Shade Tracker—a powerful new tool designed to show Canyon hikers exactly when and where they can find shade, anywhere on their route, any day of the year. ***** The Rim2Rim Pack from Bright Ang…
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Taking on the Canyon is an impressive feat at any age. But at 70? That takes even more grit and determination. Today, Phil Neely shares his experience as a first-timer, which includes plenty of valuable information that can help us all in our Grand Canyon adventures. ***** The Rim2Rim Pack from Bright Angel Outfitters is now available! Check out ou…
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It was supposed to be the trail run of a lifetime—which is saying something, considering Margaret Bradley had conquered the iconic Boston Marathon just months earlier. But Margaret's story is a study in what can go wrong even for the most fit amongst us—and how a lack of preparation and planning can have deadly consequences in the Grand Canyon. ***…
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Mary Banik—at age 73—just completed her 181st Grand Canyon hike...and I got to go along with her! Afterwards, we sat in the lobby at Bright Angel Lodge for a wide-ranging conversation on everything from which route is best for Rim2Rim, what to pack, what to wear, hiking in heat, and mistakes she commonly sees. We even had a spirited disagreement (g…
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Dr. Tom Myers—The Canyon Doc—is the medical director for Grand Canyon National Park, and has been practicing at Grand Canyon Clinic for 34 years. Dr. Myers is also an accomplished author, with his most famous work being Over The Edge: Death In Grand Canyon, which he co-authored with Michael Ghiglieri. Today, Dr. Myers shares life-saving tips from h…
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Training for your Canyon adventure doesn't have to be complicated, and Brad Gill will prove it. Today, the veteran marathoner and triathlete shares his smart and simple training regiment, along with the compelling story of the long Grand Canyon adventure it was built for. ***** Want to check out Brad's training program and packing list? Click here …
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The heat in the Grand Canyon can kill—it happens every year. Unfortunately, prime hiking season falls during the hottest time of the year in Arizona, and countless hikers underestimate the toll the high temperatures can take. In today's show, we sit down with Amy Hedtke, a seasoned Canyon hiker who has taken on multi-day itineraries below the rim e…
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Bendict Dughoff returns for a Q&A on topics ranging from trail conditions to trekking poles. ***** Benedict offers a service to help you take all the guesswork out of planning the often-complicated logistics of a Rim-to-Rim adventure. To find out more, you can reach out to him directly at canyoncoachingaz@gmail.com. ***** Got an idea for an episode…
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There's nothing like learning about Grand Canyon hiking from those in the midst of actually doing the Grand Canyon hiking. That's the premise for Trail Talk, a theme we'll tackle from time to time that will take you onto the trail for conversations and tips & tricks from those right in the middle of their adventures. Today, we head down a crowded S…
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Lauren Hargrove is a firefighter in Chandler, AZ, so she knows a thing or two about defying the odds. But little did Lauren know that on her Rim-to-Rim with three friends in September of 2023, she'd come face to face with death on the trail—and also wonder if she was next. This is a harrowing tale of a Rim-to-Rim gone wrong, and proof that the Gran…
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Steve Cortes, founder and president of the League of American Workers (LAW), joined the Grand Canyon Times Podcast to discuss the results of a new poll of Arizona voters. Among other findings, the poll results show: Former President Donald Trump ( R) leads President Biden (D) by four points among Arizona voters in the 2024 race for the White House:…
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Naomi Lopez, Senior Fellow at the Goldwater Institute, joined the Grand Canyon Times Podcast to discuss the need for more transparency in the federal 340b program. Established in 1992, the 340b program enables eligible hospitals and healthcare organizations to purchase outpatient medications at significantly discounted prices. Hospitals participati…
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Coach Arnie—Arnie Fonseca Jr.—is back for a conversation on training for the unique nature of a Grand Canyon adventure. Our resident exercise physiologist and R5 (quadruple crossing) survivor will give us a pair of simple and valuable tips that he says will lay the foundation for a successful Canyon hike. ***** Coach Arnie encourages phone calls. S…
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