An overweight, 61-year-old retiree, with zero hiking experience, decided to hike the entire 2,185.3 mile length of the Appalachian Trail in 2014. What could possibly go wrong? As his brother, Mike, commented, "It's a bit like taking up boxing and fighting Mike Tyson in your first bout." Join Steve and his guests as they discuss all aspects of the trail, from gear to Lyme Disease, then back to trail magic and injury.
Mighty Blue On The Appalachian Trail: The Ultimate Mid-Life Crisis
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An overweight, 61-year-old retiree, with zero hiking experience, decided to hike the entire 2,185.3 mile length of the Appalachian Trail in 2014. What could possibly go wrong? As his brother, Mike, commented, "It's a bit like taking up boxing and fighting Mike Tyson in your first bout." Join Steve and his guests as they discuss all aspects of the trail, from gear to Lyme Disease, then back to trail magic and injury.
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Recent Episodes
July 16, 2026
Episode #561 - Days 91-93 Appalachian Trail 2026
Steve "Mighty Blue" Adams shares his challenging days 91-93 on the Appalachian Trail, discussing exhaustion and hoping for weather changes in this interview episode.
July 13, 2026
Episode #560 - Days 87-90 Appalachian Trail 2026
Steve (Mighty Blue) Adams shares his Appalachian Trail journey, encountering fellow hikers Robbie and Starr, and hearing Steve's own AT story.
July 9, 2026
Episode #559 - Days 84-86 Appalachian Trail 2026
Steve "Mighty Blue" Adams interviews the shy but generous trail magic provider Marley Joy during his challenging Appalachian Trail journey.
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