{"podcast":{"title":"The Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show","slug":"the-grand-canyon-hiker-dude-show-6716320","podcast_index_feed_id":6716320,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-grand-canyon-hiker-dude-show","website_url":"https://hikin.club/pages/canyon-resources","image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Z_Zf_fZnungqZWAOS0bQ48d--KeUKCbRqMD9JrV9Z3M/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81OGZm/MGYxMTg2MjczOTM0/ZDljYWM1ZGZlNTUw/OTRkNy5qcGVn.jpg","author":"hiKin","episode_count":131,"summary":"Welcome to the home of Grand Canyon hiking. The Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show helps hikers plan, train for, and better understand hikes below the rim, from short day hikes to Rim-to-Rim, Rim-to-River, Phantom Ranch, Bright Angel Trail, South Kaibab Trail, North Kaibab Trail, backpacking trips, heat safety, water planning, shuttle logistics, and more. Host Brian Speciale shares Grand Canyon stories, trail-tested advice, safety lessons, interviews, and community wisdom from first-timers, seasoned hikers, rangers, Canyon insiders, and everyday people who have learned powerful lessons below the rim. Whether you are planning Rim-to-Rim, dreaming of Phantom Ranch, preparing for your first Grand Canyon hike, or looking for honest stories of triumph, tragedy, mistakes, and trail-won wisdom, this podcast will help you hike your best hike. Listeners call the show “an invaluable resource,” “the perfect mix of inspiration, realistic caution, and tips for success,” and “a welcoming place and wealth of information.” New episodes weekly. Join the conversation in the Hike Club Grand Canyon private Facebook group.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-25T22:20:07.678808+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-grand-canyon-hiker-dude-show-6716320"},"episode":{"title":"Ep92: Bruce Aiken: The Artist Who Lived At The Bottom Of The Grand Canyon","slug":"ep92-bruce-aiken-the-artist-who-lived-at-the-bottom-of-the-grand-canyon","published_at":"2025-09-24T07:01:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-grand-canyon-hiker-dude-show-6716320/ep92-bruce-aiken-the-artist-who-lived-at-the-bottom-of-the-grand-canyon","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-grand-canyon-hiker-dude-show-6716320","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/8f1700ed","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/8f1700ed/29a8600b.mp3","summary":"For 33 years, Bruce Aiken and his family called Roaring Springs home—5 miles and 3,500 feet below the North Rim. From maintaining the park’s lifeline water system to creating world-renowned paintings of the Canyon, Bruce’s story is as legendary as the place itself. In this conversation, he reflects on life at the bottom, the devastating Dragon Bravo Fire, and what the future may hold for the North Rim. This is a rare glimpse into the life and perspective of a true Grand Canyon icon. ***** Find Bruce's art at BruceAiken.com ***** Please join the hiKin Grand Canyon Facebook group—the official group of The Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show—by clicking here . Our group is a judgment-free zone full of interaction, information, and inspiration—it's simply THE place to get the best information in advance of your Canyon adventure. Join Brian, Coach Arnie, and most of the guests you've heard on the show in an environment created to answer your questions and help you have the best possible experience below the rim. It's completely free. ***** Bright Angel Outfitters is now hiKin, where hiking meets kinship to form a community of like-minded hikers dedicated to helping each other hike our best hike. It's about all of us. ***** To reach Coach Arnie, you can call or text him (yes, really!) at (602) 390-9144 or send him a message on Instagram @painfreearnie. ***** Have an idea for the show, or someone you think would be a great guest? Reach out to Brian anytime at brian@hikin.club. ***** The Grand Canyon Shade Tracker is our gift to the Grand Canyon hiking community. This incredible interactive tool lets you see when and where you'll have precious shade on your Grand Canyon hike—every route on every hour of every day of the year. Check it out at gcshadetracker.com. Another free resource…","meta_description":"For 33 years, Bruce Aiken and his family called Roaring Springs home—5 miles and 3,500 feet below the North Rim. 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