Adventure Geek Radio Podcast
Welcome to Adventure Geek Radio — the podcast for people who believe life is meant to be lived.
Hosted by Julia Doherty, this podcast brings together adventure, walking, travel, wellbeing, inspiration, and real conversations from the trail.
Each episode may include:
🥾 walking and hiking adventures
🌍 travel stories and behind-the-scenes trip chats
🎒 practical tips for walkers and adventurers
💬 honest conversations about life, mindset, and mental wellbeing
📚 books, podcasts, and ideas worth sharing
🎤 guest appearances from guides, members, and fellow adventurers
Whether you’re climbing mountains, walking the dog, driving to work, or simply dreaming about your next escape, Adventure Geek Radio is here to remind you that adventure is for ordinary people — not just extreme explorers.
Pop the kettle on, lace up your boots, and come along for the journey.
Adventure Geek Radio Podcast
Episode 2 | Edale, Istanbul & Staying Cool in the Heat
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This week on Adventure Geek Radio, we’re heading from the rolling hills of the Peak District to the bustling streets of Istanbul, with plenty of adventure, community and inspiration along the way.
In this episode:
🥾 Reflections from the epic Edale Skyline Challenge, including trail stories, memorable moments and what it’s really like tackling 21 miles in warm conditions.
🐕 Louise shares practical advice on keeping ourselves and our four-legged friends safe during hot weather.
🌍 Good news stories from around the world.
🎁 Treat of the Week.
🚶 What’s coming up next with Adventure Geek, including walks, events and adventures.
🚂 A visit to Norton Junction and a look at one of our featured trips.
🎤 An interview with guide Ken Harding.
☕ Rachel’s Tea Break.
🏆 Latest leaderboard update.
🇹🇷 The latest instalment from our Istanbul travel blog.
As always, Adventure Geek Radio is about adventure, wellbeing, friendship and making life feel a little bigger.
Find out more:
Adventure Geek Community
https://adventuregeek.co.uk
Adventure Geek Travel
https://adventuregeektravel.co.uk
If you enjoy the podcast, please follow, share it with a friend or leave a review. It really helps us reach more people who love walking, adventure and the great outdoors.
Adventure Geek is a friendly adventure community based in the UK, helping people improve wellbeing through walking, travel, friendship and real-life experiences.
🥾 Walking groups
🌍 UK & overseas adventures
💚 Wellness, community & connection
Find out more:
https://adventuregeek.co.uk
https://adventuregeektravel.co.uk
If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, share or leave a review — it genuinely helps more people discover the community.