I tried. I really did.
While I may pick up one interesting item every 2-3 episodes, I just can't stand to listen to these people! They talk like kindergarten teachers, as if listeners are dolts, and speak to each other like proper strangers at a party. I was shocked to find out they're married! If you're an absolute beginner and just need to be encourage, you may enjoy it - assuming you can listen at all. After fast-forwarding through a dozen episodes, I deleted it. sheesh (Want a REAL HIKING PODCAST? Check out "SOUNDS OF THE TRAIL" or "THE DIRTBAG DIARIES". )Read full review »
EurekaMarijka via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/22/16
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