Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS)

Lightning: The Decisions That Save Lives

Lightning kills hikers and climbers every year, often because they underestimate the danger or wait too long to act. This podcast focuses on the critical decisions that c

Water, Salt, and Sugar: The Science of Hydration in the Backcountry

When we’re hiking or exercising for hours, especially in hot conditions, staying hydrated seems simple: drink water. But the physiology of hydration is much more interest

On the Burning Edge: The Medicine of Wildland Firefighting

This is a deep dive with Sarah Hall into the world of wildland fire medical support—where emergency medicine meets the world wildland firefighting. This podcast explores

24 Hours Too Far: A Hike Gone Wrong

In this episode, Cal Olmer shares the story of his ill-fated attempt to walk for 24 hours straight without stopping to rest. What began as a personal challenge turned int

What 4,000 Miles Does to the Body - The Journeys of Titus Humphreys: Part 2

What happens to the human body when you spend thousands of miles walking through mountains, deserts, and remote wilderness? In this podcast, Titus Humphreys shares what h

4,000 Miles and Still Walking - The Journeys of Titus Humphreys: Part 1

What happens when you spend days, weeks, or even months walking through some of the most demanding landscapes on earth? In this first conversation with Titus Humphreys,

The All Important Cardiovascular Drift

Why does your heart rate keep climbing during a long hike even though you’re walking at the same pace—or even slowing down? This phenomenon is called cardiovascular drif

Bourbon Virus: A New Uncommon Tick-Borne Threat

Most of us think of tick bites as a risk for Lyme disease. But ticks can transmit a surprising number of other infections—including a rare and potentially deadly virus kn

One Breath from Death: A Teenager’s High-Altitude Emergency

At just 16 years old, Brock Holloway set out into the mountains expecting an adventure. Instead, he found himself in a life-threatening battle with two of the most danger

New Innovations in Sun Protection

Sunscreen technology is evolving rapidly, offering better protection, improved cosmetic feel, and a growing focus on environmental sustainability. In this episode, we exp

Inspiring Young Women Through the Outdoors

In this episode, our hosts Sophie Emery, Kaylee Stark, Noelle Lordahl, and Kate Persak explore how a nonprofit organization is transforming the lives of girls ages 11–17

Rabies: The Most Preventable Fatal Infection

Rabies remains one of the deadliest infections known to medicine, yet it is almost entirely preventable with prompt treatment. In this episode, Alastair Milne from the me

Dirty Wounds, Smart Decisions: Preventing Infection in Wilderness Wound Care

Cuts and lacerations are among the most common injuries encountered in the backcountry, but in wilderness medicine the greatest threat often isn’t the wound itself—it’s i

Altitude Illness and Rescue on Aconcagua

Join mountain medicine expert Dr. Sebastián Donato for a fascinating discussion on the realities of altitude illness on Aconcagua, the highest mountain in Western and Sou

Hantavirus Explained: Origins and Characteristics - Part 2

In Part 2 of this fascinating podcast series, Dr. Matt Gunderson explores more about Hantavirus, a rare but potentially deadly infectious disease carried primarily by rod

Canyoning Considerations: Beauty, Adventure, and Hidden Hazards

Canyoning combines hiking, climbing, rappelling, swimming, and navigating through narrow canyons carved by water, creating one of the most exciting adventure sports in th

Hantavirus Explained: Origins and Characteristics — Part 1

In Part 1 of this fascinating podcast series, Dr. Matt Gunderson explores the origins and characteristics of Hantavirus, a rare but potentially deadly infectious disease

Back to Basics on the Trail: Using Core AWLS Protocols

In this episode, Dr. Kathy Vidlock shares a compelling real-world wilderness medicine experience involving two runners found on a remote trail, each suffering from differ

Hanging in the Balance: Understanding Suspension Trauma

In this episode, Matthew McKinnon takes a deep dive into the often-overlooked but potentially fatal condition known as suspension trauma. Commonly associated with climbin

Peptide Use in the Wilderness

In this episode, Dr.Kathy Vdilock explores the emerging role of peptides in wilderness and remote medicine, where limited resources demand creative and effective solution