hikenpod

Society & Culture

About

A hiking podcast recorded on active hikes around the south of England, some in the U.S. Whether it is on foot, bike, SUPBoard, snowboard or under the milky way in a tent. We will bring the best adventures you can try yourself from each of the shows listed, hikenpod Greetings from the end of the kingdom, The house at the end of the world, The Four corners and The Journal Series Published every week, come and have a listen and laugh and maybe you might get out and hike yourself.

Episodes

  • The Journal Series - Episode 49

    This episode of The Journal Series covers a camping trip to the New Forest. The recording was done using specific equipment: a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite and a DJI mic mini.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 48

    In this episode of The Journal Series, the host recounts a bike journey from Enfield to Cambridge, passing through Kings Cross and Drayton Park, before boarding the wrong train for the return trip. The recording was made on a OnePlus Nord…

  • The Journal Series - Episode 47

    Episode 47 of The Journal Series covers a walk in east Essex near St Peter's Chapel. The route initially headed south but was stopped, leading to a northward path towards Mersey Island.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 46

    This episode discusses the Mam Tor hike, recommending it for its manageable difficulty and spectacular views. The route from Edale via the Tor to Hope village is highlighted, noting the presence of tea rooms.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 45

    Episode 45 of The Journal Series follows a walk from Mam Tor to Hope village in the Peak District on a spring day. The episode also features the first HikenPod Crossover and was recorded on a Tascam Dr-40x.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 44

    In The Journal Series, Episode 44 of Hikenpod, the host is joined by young people and members of The Dread House. The episode reflects on the experience of being heard after being found online.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 43

    Episode 43 of The Journal Series by hikenpod, recorded on a Tascam DR-40x, was published after several recording attempts and technical issues related to video crossover.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 42

    This episode of The Journal Series discusses finding hope through an old list and achieving 75% completion. The focus shifts to creating a new, realistic list.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 41

    This is the final recording for The Journal Series - Episode 41 of the hikenpod podcast. Additional details will be published in a blog post on markriley.org.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 40

    In this 40th episode of The Journal Series, the host announces a new schedule of one episode per week to focus on quality and other projects. The episode was recorded during a walk through Hillyfields and Forty Hall.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 39

    This is episode 39 of The Journal Series by hikenpod. The podcast was recorded on a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 38

    The host of The Journal Series, Episode 38, recorded in Enfield, describes a change of plans due to feeling unwell, opting for a woodland walk instead of going to town.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 37

    Episode 37 of The Journal Series covers a journey crossing London's bridges between Hammersmith and Tower, accomplished by foot or bike.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 36

    Episode 36 of The Journal Series documents a winter walk taken with coffee in a flask, inspired by a YouTube video of a cyclist. The recording was done on a Tascam DR 40 x and edited on a Raspberry Pi 5 with Reaper.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 35

    In The Journal Series - Episode 35 of hikenpod, the host documents a photo walk through London intended for an upcoming exhibition. The results were pleasing and will be viewable on the host's Patreon page.

  • Conversations with my Son part 2

    A conversation with son Lucas the night before his school ski trip. The episode covers preparations and packing for the event. Recorded on a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 34

    In The Journal Series - Episode 34 of hikenpod, the host discusses recording from home due to illness and the challenges of maintaining spontaneity in podcast creation versus structured note-taking.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 33

    This episode of The Journal Series by hikenpod features a midweek recording session from inside the car after school pickup. The content is described as a bit moany.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 32

    This hikenpod crossover episode, part of 'The Journal Series', documents a walk from Stratford Olympic park to Moorgate via Westminster bridge along the south bank. The 18-mile journey included rum, noodles, bridges, rain, and interactions…

  • The Journal Series - Episode 31

    Episode 31 of The Journal Series by hikenpod documents a Wassail event at Forty Hall Vineyard, part of the 2025/26 holiday season. The event featured warm apple juice and singing, and was recorded by the host who attended alone.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 30

    This episode of The Journal Series by hikenpod was recorded during a rainy school pick-up, highlighting a recurring theme of waiting. The episode touches on the challenges of coordinating schedules when others are late.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 29

    In this Hikenpod crossover episode, the presenter takes a walk from Alexandra Palace to Archway, following an old train route through various London parks and landmarks including Parliament Hill, Regent's Park, and Covent Garden.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 28

    Episode 28 of The Journal Series provides an update on the Santa 2025 meeting and debrief. The recording details mention a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite and a Shure Beta 57a.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 27

    In episode 27 of The Journal Series, the podcaster recounts a walk from Tower Bridge to the West End and a subsequent visit to the Woodland Walk. They acknowledge the repetitive nature of their recent walks and the need to explore new loca…

  • The Journal Series - Episode26

    This is an exclusive patron episode of The Journal Series, Episode 26. It was recorded on a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 25

    This is episode 25 of The Journal Series by hikenpod. It was recorded spontaneously in a car.

  • The Journal Series -Episode 24

    Episode 24 of The Journal Series features a personal rant about events over the last four days and the beginning of 2026. The episode was recorded on a Tascam DR-40x.

  • The Journal Series Episode 23

    This episode is the first journal entry of 2026, recorded in the car while waiting for Lucas. The recording was made on a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 22

    Episode 22 of The Journal Series serves as a brief closing episode for 2025, expressing gratitude to listeners and extending best wishes for 2026. It was recorded on a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite mobile phone with a Shure Beta 57.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 21

    This is the after Christmas edition of The Journal Series, episode 21. The episode documents a long walk taken in the centre of London and was recorded on a Tascam DR-40x.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 20

    Episode 20 of The Journal Series features the first significant walk, an unplanned journey to Hertford using the New River and Lea Navigation.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 19

    This episode of 'The Journal Series' from the podcast 'hikenpod' was recorded at home. The recording was done using a OnePlus Nord CE Lite 3 with a Shure Beta 57a.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 18

    In The Journal Series - Episode 18 of hikenpod, the host shares stories from a challenging weekend, despite no improvements. The episode was recorded in the early evening at Forty Hall park.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 17

    Episode 17 of The Journal Series reflects on the host's current state of mind, noting a lack of positivity. The recording details mention using a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite and a Shure Beta 57a.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 16

    This episode of The Journal Series from Hikenpod provides a quick update from Burley, Hampshire. The recording features the host's Mum's dog and Lucas, with audio captured on a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite and Shure Beta 57a.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 15

    Episode 15 of The Journal Series, titled "The Desk Top Chat - PC of the Absurd", features a desktop recording session. The host mentions taking a walk with Milo earlier and aims for improved audio quality compared to previous recordings, u…

  • The Journal Series - Episode 14

    Episode 14 of The Journal Series discusses the inequality of studios and details the podcast's recording process. It was recorded using a 24 channel Soundcraft Spirit mixing desk and a Tascam DR-40x.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 13

    In The Journal Series - Episode 13, the host discusses their digital life, audio recording process, and introduces a new piece of equipment. The episode was recorded on a OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 12

    Episode 12 of The Journal Series covers a spooky session at Forty Hall House, a Jacobean manor. The host attempts to recreate a past paranormal event experienced by themselves and others, recording the session alone on the first floor.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 11

    In The Journal Series, Episode 11, the host describes a walk along the front at Southend-on-Sea on a beautiful late Autumn afternoon. The episode was recorded on a Tascam Dr-40x and edited using Ubuntu.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 10

    This episode of The Journal Series, the make-up for a previous one, concludes the 2025 Halloween adventures and transitions to discussions of the Solstice and Yule, initiating a new part of the Woodlands walk.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 9

    Episode 9 of The Journal Series is a spooky Halloween edition. The soundtrack is from the 2025 Dread House haunt and the episode was recorded on an Ubuntu PC using a Shure Beta 57a microphone.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 8

    This is episode 8 of The Journal Series, recorded in Broxbourne while setting up the year's haunt. The recording used a OnePlus Nord CE 3lite and a Shure Beta 57a.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 7

    This episode, 'The Journal Series - Episode 7' from the podcast 'hikenpod', was recorded on a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite with a Shure Beta 57A.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 6

    Episode 6 of The Journal Series documents a long walk through various locations in north Enfield, including Trent Park and Hilly Fields. The recording was made with a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite and a Shure SM Beta 57a.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 5

    The Journal Series presents Episode 5, featuring an update on the creator's progress with their Dread House project. The episode was recorded using a Tascam DR 40x.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 4

    This episode of The Journal Series features a short walk along the new river and catches listeners up on recent events. The recording was made on a Tascam Dr-40x.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 3

    This episode of The Journal Series from hikenpod features a short recording made while waiting for children after school.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 2

    In this episode of The Journal Series, the host takes a night walk through the Forty Hall Estate, sharing thoughts as they explore the wooded park after sunset.

  • The Journal Series - Episode 1

    This podcast episode is the first in a journal series documenting the transition into Autumn. The host describes the difficulty of getting out due to work commitments and invites listeners on a journey.