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Hikes and Mics Podcast
Hikes & Mics is where the trail meets the conversation. Each week, host Ivan Orozco brings together hikers, backpackers, and outdoor adventurers to share the stories, lessons, and inspiration they’ve found in the great outdoors. From life-changing summits to quiet moments on local trails, our guests open up about how nature has shaped their journeys—physically, mentally, and spiritually. Every episode blends thoughtful storytelling with a dash of fun, closing out with our signature This or That: Hiking Edition lightning round. Whether you’re a weekend wanderer, a long-distance thru-hiker, or someone who simply loves the outdoors, this podcast is your campfire circle for connection, community, and adventure. New episodes drop every Monday—plus occasional bonus episodes on Fridays. Lace up your boots, plug in your headphones, and join us on the trail.
Hikes and Mics Podcast
S08 - Episode #03 - Ryanna (Ree)
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In this week's episode we have an incredible guest from SoCal, she’s a poet, novelist, author, and hiker. Her name is Ryanna and you can follow her on Instagram, @soulledwanderess
Ree shares with us how she started out solo hiking and traveling, including some of the incredible places she’s been able to visit throughout her travels. She also shares with us her amazing catalog of poetry books and novels, be sure to be on the lookout for her upcoming memoir too. We also hear about her amazing experiences running half-marathons near some of our amazing National Parks.
Episode Links:
All With Heart on IG
All With Heart Website
Ryanna's Books on Amazon
Follow us on Instagram, @Hikesandmics
This episode's music was created by Ketsa, follow him on Instagram @Ketsamusic
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