The 46 of 46 Podcast
The premiere podcast that brings the mountains, trails, lakes, and stories of the Adirondack Park to life—one adventure at a time.
Episodes
September 18, 2026 • 83 mins
This week I bring back film director Blake Cortright to talk all about movies and television shows that were filmed here in the Adirondacks. The list was much more extensive than we expected. Grab some popcorn.
Watch Blake's documentary film "The 46'ers" HERE
Follow on Instagram & Facebook:
@46of46podcast
@jamesappleton46
COACHING & TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR HIKERS:
Start training towards s...
Watch Blake's documentary film "The 46'ers" HERE
Follow on Instagram & Facebook:
@46of46podcast
@jamesappleton46
COACHING & TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR HIKERS:
Start training towards s...
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September 11, 2026 • 75 mins
This week Matt joins me to talk about his 46'er journey start to finish.
Find Matt on Instagram @mattirondacks
Follow on Instagram & Facebook:
@46of46podcast
@jamesappleton46
COACHING & TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR HIKERS:
Start training towards stronger mountain adventures, download the MTN STRENGTH app in the app stores, or click HERE*
*Use promo code "PODCAST" to save an extra $50 off a year...
Find Matt on Instagram @mattirondacks
Follow on Instagram & Facebook:
@46of46podcast
@jamesappleton46
COACHING & TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR HIKERS:
Start training towards stronger mountain adventures, download the MTN STRENGTH app in the app stores, or click HERE*
*Use promo code "PODCAST" to save an extra $50 off a year...
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August 21, 2026 • 64 mins
This week fan-favorite Jonathan Zaharek comes back on the podcast to discuss his most recent ADK adventure where he traveled to, what he deemed, the most remote place in the Adirondack Park...deep in the Five Ponds Wilderness
Tired of physically struggling on your hikes?
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Start training towards stronger mountain adventures, download the MTN STRENGTH...
Tired of physically struggling on your hikes?
Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking?
Start training towards stronger mountain adventures, download the MTN STRENGTH...
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July 31, 2026 • 82 mins
This is the story of Jeff Robards from Boston, MA becoming an Adirondack 46'er in two years in his early 60s. Inspiring to say the least.
Tired of physically struggling on your hikes?
Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking?
Start training towards stronger mountain adventures, download the MTN STRENGTH app in the app stores, or click HERE*
*Use promo code "PODCAST" to save an extra...
Tired of physically struggling on your hikes?
Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking?
Start training towards stronger mountain adventures, download the MTN STRENGTH app in the app stores, or click HERE*
*Use promo code "PODCAST" to save an extra...
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July 17, 2026 • 47 mins
Ever wondered the stories behind the Adirondack firetowers sitting atop many ADK summits? This week we dive into the full story.
Tired of physically struggling on your hikes?
Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking?
Start training towards stronger mountain adventures, download the MTN STRENGTH app in the app stores, or click HERE*
*Use promo code PODCAST to save $50 off a yearl...
Tired of physically struggling on your hikes?
Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking?
Start training towards stronger mountain adventures, download the MTN STRENGTH app in the app stores, or click HERE*
*Use promo code PODCAST to save $50 off a yearl...
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July 3, 2026 • 89 mins
The Old Forge Quadathon- a mountain bike, hike, run, and kayak race in the Adirondacks. Here's the story from the 2026 Adirondack adventure race and some of the members of the Great Range Athlete QUAD team
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Start training towards stronger mountain adventures, download the MTN STRENGTH app in the app stores, ...
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Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking?
Start training towards stronger mountain adventures, download the MTN STRENGTH app in the app stores, ...
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June 12, 2026 • 26 mins
This week I unveil the brand new MTN STRENGTH training app to help you get stronger, fitter, and more physically prepared for the mountains than ever before...and it's a gamechanger.
To start training towards stronger mountain adventures, download the app in the Apple or Google apps store, or click one of these links below directly:
1.) Monthly Option—$29/month. No contracts. https://bit.ly/mtnstrengthmonth...
To start training towards stronger mountain adventures, download the app in the Apple or Google apps store, or click one of these links below directly:
1.) Monthly Option—$29/month. No contracts. https://bit.ly/mtnstrengthmonth...
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June 5, 2026 • 59 mins
This is the story of the Great Range Athlete BUCK Team as they trained together and hiked Buck Mountain as a team.
The Buck Team was a corporate Great Range Athlete team for the Adirondak Trust Company employees, offered by the bank as a wellness program.
If you'd like to explore a partnership with Great Range Athlete for your own company so your employees can live a strong, adventourous, happy life outside of w...
The Buck Team was a corporate Great Range Athlete team for the Adirondak Trust Company employees, offered by the bank as a wellness program.
If you'd like to explore a partnership with Great Range Athlete for your own company so your employees can live a strong, adventourous, happy life outside of w...
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Dr John Kahl, ACL-specialist and hiker, joins us again to help you get your knees pain-free and strong for the hiking season.
You'll want to take notes during this episode!
Follow John online at:
Instagram: @acl.rx
YouTube: @JohnKahlDPT
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You'll want to take notes during this episode!
Follow John online at:
Instagram: @acl.rx
YouTube: @JohnKahlDPT
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May 22, 2026 • 18 mins
Colvin Chronicles: Episode 7 — The Legacy of Verplanck Colvin
In our final episode, we explore Colvin’s life after the survey, his struggles following his removal, and the lasting impact of the work he gave nearly three decades to. But this isn’t just about how his story ended—it’s about what his life represents. Colvin wasn’t born into power. He was an ordinary man who saw something that ...
In our final episode, we explore Colvin’s life after the survey, his struggles following his removal, and the lasting impact of the work he gave nearly three decades to. But this isn’t just about how his story ended—it’s about what his life represents. Colvin wasn’t born into power. He was an ordinary man who saw something that ...
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May 15, 2026 • 16 mins
The Colvin Chronicles: Episode 6 — The Fall of Colvin
After everything he built, Colvin’s role begins to slip away. This episode explores the political pressure, shifting priorities, and how he was ultimately pushed out of the story he helped create.
The Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of Casey Bard.
SUPPORT CASEY BARD'S Family:
Pick up some bbq sauce and seasoning at www.Tacticalori...
After everything he built, Colvin’s role begins to slip away. This episode explores the political pressure, shifting priorities, and how he was ultimately pushed out of the story he helped create.
The Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of Casey Bard.
SUPPORT CASEY BARD'S Family:
Pick up some bbq sauce and seasoning at www.Tacticalori...
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May 8, 2026 • 16 mins
The Colvin Chronicles: Episode 5 — The Vision That Changed Everything
What started as a mapping project became something much bigger. In this episode, Colvin begins to understand the Adirondacks as a system—and makes the case for protecting it, shaping the future of the region.
The Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of Casey Bard.
SUPPORT CASEY BARD'S Family:
Pick up some bbq sauce ...
What started as a mapping project became something much bigger. In this episode, Colvin begins to understand the Adirondacks as a system—and makes the case for protecting it, shaping the future of the region.
The Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of Casey Bard.
SUPPORT CASEY BARD'S Family:
Pick up some bbq sauce ...
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May 1, 2026 • 15 mins
The Colvin Chronicles—Episode 4: From the Mountains to the Desk
The work didn’t end in the wilderness. In this episode, Colvin brings his findings to Albany, where the challenge shifts from climbing mountains to convincing others why the work—and the Adirondacks—matter.
The Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of Casey Bard.
SUPPORT CASEY BARD'S Family:
Pick up some bbq sauce and ...
The work didn’t end in the wilderness. In this episode, Colvin brings his findings to Albany, where the challenge shifts from climbing mountains to convincing others why the work—and the Adirondacks—matter.
The Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of Casey Bard.
SUPPORT CASEY BARD'S Family:
Pick up some bbq sauce and ...
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April 24, 2026 • 21 mins
Colvin Chronicles: Episode 3 — Life in the Woods
What did it actually take to survey the Adirondacks in the 1800s? This episode brings you into the daily reality of the crew from long days, to harsh conditions, and the relentless work required to understand the mountains.
The Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of Casey Bard.
SUPPORT CASEY BARD'S Family:
Pick up some bbq sauce and seasoning at...
What did it actually take to survey the Adirondacks in the 1800s? This episode brings you into the daily reality of the crew from long days, to harsh conditions, and the relentless work required to understand the mountains.
The Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of Casey Bard.
SUPPORT CASEY BARD'S Family:
Pick up some bbq sauce and seasoning at...
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April 17, 2026 • 19 mins
Colvin Chronicles: Episode 2 — Building the Great Adirondack Survey
Mapping the Adirondacks wasn’t a job posting with a description. It was something entirely new. It required building an entire operation from the ground up. In this episode, we look at how Colvin assembled his team and created the foundation for the Great Adirondack Survey.
The Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of C...
Mapping the Adirondacks wasn’t a job posting with a description. It was something entirely new. It required building an entire operation from the ground up. In this episode, we look at how Colvin assembled his team and created the foundation for the Great Adirondack Survey.
The Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of C...
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April 10, 2026 • 24 mins
The Colvin Chronicles—Episode 1 — The Man Before The Mountains
Before the Adirondacks were mapped, protected, or even fully understood, they were a vast and largely unknown wilderness. In this first episode of The Colvin Chronicles, we go back to the beginning to explore the early life of Verplanck Colvin and the path that led him to take on one of the most important roles in Adirondack history.
This...
Before the Adirondacks were mapped, protected, or even fully understood, they were a vast and largely unknown wilderness. In this first episode of The Colvin Chronicles, we go back to the beginning to explore the early life of Verplanck Colvin and the path that led him to take on one of the most important roles in Adirondack history.
This...
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March 27, 2026 • 40 mins
This is the story of the Noonmark team's hike up Noonmark Mountain following their 6-week Great Range Athlete team training program.
Lost keys and tons of smiles.
Join the next Great Range Athlete team at www.GreatRangeAthlete.com
Tired of physically struggling on your hikes?
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1.) Wor...
Lost keys and tons of smiles.
Join the next Great Range Athlete team at www.GreatRangeAthlete.com
Tired of physically struggling on your hikes?
Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking?
Here are 2 ways I can help you do that:
1.) Wor...
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February 27, 2026 • 13 mins
In the final installment of this special Olympics Sessions mini-series, we'll dive into the lasting impact of the Winter Olympics on Lake Placid and how its legacy shaped the culture of this small Adirondack mountain town for the next century.
This is how Lake Placid became the winter sports capital of the world.
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This is how Lake Placid became the winter sports capital of the world.
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February 20, 2026 • 35 mins
Tired of physically struggling on your hikes?
Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking?
Here are 2 ways I can help you do that:
1.) Work with James 1-on-1 (online)
Apply to work with directy with James 1-on-1 in his Seek To Do More program where he'll help you build the right kind of strength & conditioning for better hiking adventures, along with the nutrition and daily habits needed ...
Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking?
Here are 2 ways I can help you do that:
1.) Work with James 1-on-1 (online)
Apply to work with directy with James 1-on-1 in his Seek To Do More program where he'll help you build the right kind of strength & conditioning for better hiking adventures, along with the nutrition and daily habits needed ...
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February 13, 2026 • 15 mins
The Olympics Sessions is a 3-part mini-series exploring the Winter Olympic legacy here in Lake Placid, NY—home of the 1932 and 1980 Olympic Winter Games.
They wanted real, authentic winter, and the Adirondacks delivered real, authentic winter.
Tired of physically struggling on your hikes?
Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking?
Here are 2 ways I can help you do that...
They wanted real, authentic winter, and the Adirondacks delivered real, authentic winter.
Tired of physically struggling on your hikes?
Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking?
Here are 2 ways I can help you do that...
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