Interview: MargotPolo | Episode 18

Interview: MargotPolo | Episode 18

Monson, Maine is a place where many AT stories intersect. In this episode, we sit down with MargotPolo, the very first SloBo to cross paths with Wayfinder and Muse. We ground our conversation right there in Monson before tracking MargotPolo’s incredible journey up to that point and forward from there—eventually meeting Ratatouille and Utogg and  officially joining the SloBos, where we later will push all the way to the southern terminus at Springer Mountain together! CONNECT WITH THE JOURNEY Follow Muse on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musehikes@musehikes on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/musehikes] Say hello, share feedback, or ask a question: museatpodcast@gmail.com [museatpodcast@gmail.com] SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Summit Ready Apparel: https://summit-ready-apparel.printify.me/https://summit-ready-apparel.printify.me/ [https://summit-ready-apparel.printify.me/] Walk Up Hill: https://www.amazon.com/Walk-Up-Hill-Bounce-Hiker/dp/B0F3G44MJJ [https://www.amazon.com/Walk-Up-Hill-Bounce-Hiker/dp/B0F3G44MJJ]

June 11th, 2025 (Maine): New SoBos! | Episode 17

Not every day on the trail is an epic battle against the elements. Today was just a genuinely good, light-hearted day in the woods. On the eve of a scheduled food drop, a handful of southbounders cross paths. This episode is all about the simple joy of trading stories and enjoying the beautiful, quiet spaces of the Hundred Mile Wilderness. In the commentary, hear Muse go into what trail food was like early in the journey. CONNECT WITH THE JOURNEY Read the original written journal entry: https://trailjournals.com/journal/entry/680623https://trailjournals.com/journal/entry/68062 [https://trailjournals.com/journal/entry/680623] See the photos from this day on the trail: https://www.instagram.com/musehikes@musehikes on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/musehikes] Say hello, share feedback, or ask a question: museatpodcast@gmail.com [museatpodcast@gmail.com] SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Summit Ready Apparel: https://summit-ready-apparel.printify.me/ [https://summit-ready-apparel.printify.me/] Walk Up Hill: https://www.amazon.com/Walk-Up-Hill-Bounce-Hiker/dp/B0F3G44MJJ [https://www.amazon.com/Walk-Up-Hill-Bounce-Hiker/dp/B0F3G44MJJ]

June 10th, 2025 (Maine): Cold, Wet Day | Episode 16

The Hundred Mile Wilderness throws its first real mood shift at us as we trek through chilly temperatures and a persistent light rain. But a soggy day on the trail gets a major bright spot: the podcast got mail! In this episode, Muse reads and responds to the very first listener messages to land in the inbox. Follow the written journal here:  https://trailjournals.com/journal/entry/680622 [https://trailjournals.com/journal/entry/680622] See the photos from this entry on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/musehikes [https://www.instagram.com/musehikes] Questions, feedback or just want to say Hi!  museatpodcast@gmail.com [museatpodcast@gmail.com] Please visit our sponsors! Summit Ready Apparel  https://summit-ready-apparel.printify.me/ [https://summit-ready-apparel.printify.me/] Walk Up Hill  https://www.amazon.com/Walk-Up-Hill-Bounce-Hiker/dp/B0F3G44MJJ [https://www.amazon.com/Walk-Up-Hill-Bounce-Hiker/dp/B0F3G44MJJ]

June 9th, 2025 (Maine): Nesuntabunt | Episode 15

We’re climbing mountains, taking in the incredible views, and sorting out our backcountry logistics! In this episode, we dive deeper into what daily life is really like inside the Hundred Mile Wilderness. Plus, we're talking about the physical reality of the trail—specifically, how my knees are holding up after a few days of pounding the dirt. Follow the written journal here:  https://trailjournals.com/journal/entry/680621 [https://trailjournals.com/journal/entry/680621] See the photos from this entry on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/musehikes [https://www.instagram.com/musehikes] Questions, feedback or just want to say Hi!  museatpodcast@gmail.com [museatpodcast@gmail.com] Please visit our sponsors! Summit Ready Apparel  https://summit-ready-apparel.printify.me/ [https://summit-ready-apparel.printify.me/] Walk Up Hill  https://www.amazon.com/Walk-Up-Hill-Bounce-Hiker/dp/B0F3G44MJJ [https://www.amazon.com/Walk-Up-Hill-Bounce-Hiker/dp/B0F3G44MJJ]

June 8th, 2025 (Maine): Easy Day | Episode 14

Our first full day in the legendary Hundred Mile Wilderness! As we find our rhythm on the trail, we’re meeting new friends and adjusting to life off the grid. In this episode, we dive into the topic of technology in this isolated stretch: how were we using our phones and what were we using them for?  Follow the written journal here:  https://trailjournals.com/journal/entry/680515 [https://trailjournals.com/journal/entry/680515] See the photos from this entry on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/musehikes [https://www.instagram.com/musehikes] Questions, feedback or just want to say Hi!  museatpodcast@gmail.com [museatpodcast@gmail.com] Please visit our sponsors! Summit Ready Apparel  https://summit-ready-apparel.printify.me/ [https://summit-ready-apparel.printify.me/] Walk Up Hill  https://www.amazon.com/Walk-Up-Hill-Bounce-Hiker/dp/B0F3G44MJJ [https://www.amazon.com/Walk-Up-Hill-Bounce-Hiker/dp/B0F3G44MJJ]