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Mushing

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Mushing is a podcast that follows the sport of dog mushing, the Iditarod, and races worldwide from First Paw Media. Mushing is hosted by best-selling author Robert Forto (A Musher's Dream) and a team of co-hosts that bring a unique perspective to the show. During the Iditarod race each March, the show is a daily podcast that covers the race with an in-depth analysis you won't find anywhere else. In the off-season, hear interviews with mushers, behind-the-scenes news, and updates.
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Episodes

Endurance Kennels w/Tone Coughlin

Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes Tone Coughlin, the owner of Endurance Kennels in Minnesota, to talk about mushing, organizing events, his dogs, and much more.

Mar 16, 202431 min

Iditarod Start Interviews Part 4

Join host Michele Forto as she interviews Meredith Mapes and Austin Godwin on Part 4 of our Iditarod Start coverage. The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at mushing.com/mushingplus

Mar 10, 202415 min

Iditarod musher Josi Thyr

Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes Iditarod musher Josi Thyr to the podcast to discuss how she got involved with the sport, running in the big race, and much more.

Mar 09, 202432 min

Iditarod Start Interviews: Part 3

Join host Michele Forto as she interviews Will Rhodes, Jason Mackey, Connor McMahon, and Josh Robbins on Part 3 of our Iditarod Start coverage. The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at mushing.com/mushingplus

Mar 08, 202419 min

Iditarod Through the Decades: The Early 2000s

Join host Alex as he brings you Iditarod Through the Decades: The early 2000s If you haven't already, please review us on iTunes ! It's an important way to help new listeners discover the show. Say hello on Twitter , Facebook and Instagram and sign up for our weekly newsletter. If you would like to introduce friends or family to podcasts, we created a How to Listen guide based on frequently asked questions. Support Dog Works Radio by taking our survey. Sponsors: Alaska Dog Works...

Mar 07, 202426 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Larry Daugherty

An interview with Iditarod musher, Larry Daugherty was first aired in 2016 on Mushing Radio. Larry's son, Calvin is following in his dad's footsteps and is on his own Iditarod race this year. The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at mushing.com/mushingplus

Mar 07, 202435 min

Iditarod Start Interviews: Part 2

Join host Michele Forto as she interviews Wally Robinson, Lauro Eklund, Sean Williams, and Mats Pettersson on Part 2 of our Iditarod Start coverage. The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at mushing.com/mushingplus

Mar 06, 202412 min

Iditarod Start Interviews: Part 1

Join host Michele Forto as she interviews Anna Berington, Matt Hall, Hunter Keefe, Bryce Mumford, and Ryan Redington on Part 1 of our Iditarod Start coverage. The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at mushing.com/mushingplus

Mar 05, 202410 min

Mushing and Living Off-Grid in Alaska w/Julia DeLoach

Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes musher, Julia DeLoach to talk about her off-grid lifestyle and mushing dogs in Alaska. The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at mushing.com/mushingplus

Mar 02, 202428 min

The Iditarod Through the Decades: 1990s

A limited series about the Iditarod Through the Decades, hosted by Alex Stein. In this episode: 1990s Support Dog Works Radio by visiting our sponsor, Alaska Dog Works , a premier dog training company that trains service dogs for people all over North America. Follow Alex: @coldfootfilms The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at mushing.com/mushingplus...

Feb 29, 202424 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Junior Iditarod Interviews

Join host Michele Forto as she interviews participants in the 2024 Junior Iditarod in Knik, Alaska, right before the start of the race. The Junior Iditarod is held each February and is open to junior mushers 14 to 17. The race is approximately 150 miles and unassisted into the Alaskan wilderness. The race is also a qualifier for the big race, The Iditarod.

Feb 25, 202427 min

Brenda Mackey

[From the Cache] Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes dog musher, Brenda Mackey to Mushing Radio. Mackey comes from a family of dog mushers and is one of the top breeders in the sport today. Listen as we discuss growing up mushing, racing in the big races and much more. Find us on the web at Dog Works Radio Please visit our sponsor, Alaska Dog Works to learn about their service dog training program. Originally aired: November 2017...

Feb 24, 202434 min

Points Unknown w/Linda Newman

Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes the owner of Points Unknown , Linda Newman, to talk about her business, her dogs, and much more on this episode of Mushing. The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at mushing.com/mushingplus

Feb 24, 202427 min

The Iditarod Through the Decades: 1980s

A limited series about the Iditarod Through the Decades, hosted by Alex Stein. In this episode: 1980s Support Dog Works Radio by visiting our sponsor, Alaska Dog Works , a premier dog training company that trains service dogs for people all over North America. Follow Alex: @coldfootfilms The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at mushing.com/mushingplus...

Feb 22, 202425 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Eagle River Classic 2024

Join host Michele Forto as she speaks to the Eagle River Classic sled dog race participants in Chugiak, Alaska. The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at mushing.com/mushingplus

Feb 19, 202429 min

The Iditarod Through the Decades: 1970s

A limited series about the Iditarod Through the Decades, hosted by Alex Stein. On this episode: 1970s Support Dog Works Radio by visiting our sponsor, Alaska Dog Works , a premier dog training company that trains service dogs for people all over North America. Follow Alex: @coldfootfilms The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at mushing.com/mushingplus...

Feb 14, 202426 minSeason 2Ep. 2

The Iditarod Through the Decades: 1960s

A limited series about the Iditarod Through the Decades, hosted by Alex Stein. On this episode: 1960s Subscribe Now Support Dog Works Radio by visiting our sponsor, Alaska Dog Works , a premier dog training company that trains service dogs for people all over North America. Follow Alex: @coldfootfilms

Feb 08, 202422 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Sled Dogs Saved My Life w/Ashley Cruse Elliott

Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes Ashley Cruse Elliott to the Mushing Podcast to talk about how sled dogs literally saved her life. Ashley shares a compelling story about being an addict and homeless for years and how sled dogs turned her life around and now she is doing big things in Montana. The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at mushing.com/mushingplus...

Feb 03, 202427 min

Yukon Quest Alaska w/Lisa Nilson

Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes the new executive director of the Yukon Quest Alaska sled dog race in Fairbanks. They talk about the upcoming race, Lisa's new role the plans for the future, and some exciting events on race day. The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at mushing.com/mushingplus

Jan 30, 202424 min

Iditarod Musher Mats Pettersson

Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes Iditarod musher, Mats Pettersson from Sweden to the Mushing podcast. The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at mushing.com/mushingplus

Jan 27, 202423 min

Running with the Big Dogs w/Emily Robinson

Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes junior musher and recent Knik 200 champion Emily Robinson to the podcast. In this episode, we talk about running in the big races, stories from the trail, her favorite trail snack, and the Junior Iditarod.

Jan 21, 202434 min

Junior Musher Lacy Kuehl

Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes race car driver and dog musher Lacy Kuehl to the podcast to talk about racing cars and coming up to Alaska to run the Junior Iditarod.

Jan 20, 202424 min

T-Dog Race with Tekla Butcher-Monson

Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes Tekla Butcher-Monson to talk about a new race in the Tanana Valley of Alaska called the T-Dog, which includes multi-sport and dog mushing classes. She also shares stories about the area, growing up in a mushing family, and much more.

Jan 19, 202430 min

Sled Dog Vet Care w/Kim Henneman

Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes veterinarian, Kim Henneman to talk about sled dog vet care during the races and a few cool stories too.

Jan 18, 202438 min

Sled Dog Regulations in Canada w/Jacob Betker

Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes dog musher, Jacob Betker to talk about sled dog regulations in northern Ontario, Canada, and what he calls, "some of the most restrictive regulations in the world," on this episode of Mushing. The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at mushing.com/mushingplus

Jan 14, 202443 min

Mushing Magazine History w/Greg Sellentin

Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes a former owner of Mushing Magazine, Greg Sellentin to the podcast. In this episode Greg shares stories about how he got started in the sport outside of New York City, buying the magazine and moving to Alaska, the eventual sale, and hanging up the Publisher's Hat for a sailboat Captain's Hat. The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at mushing.com/mushingplus...

Jan 12, 202446 min

The Serum Run: The Rest of the Story Part 2

Alex and Robert hosts The Serum Run: The Rest of the Story Part 2 on Mushing Radio. If you haven't already, please review us on iTunes ! It's an important way to help new listeners discover the show Say hello on Twitter , Facebook and Instagram and sign up for our weekly newsletter. If you would like to introduce friends or family to podcasts, we created a How to Listen guide based on frequently asked questions. The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all t...

Jan 11, 202433 minSeason 1Ep. 13

The Serum Run: The Rest of the Story Part 1

Alex hosts The Serum Run: The End of an Epidemic on Mushing Radio. If you haven't already, please review us on iTunes ! It's an important way to help new listeners discover the show Say hello on Twitter , Facebook and Instagram and sign up for our weekly newsletter. If you would like to introduce friends or family to podcasts, we created a How to Listen guide based on frequently asked questions. The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a ...

Jan 10, 202436 minSeason 1Ep. 12

The Serum Run: Portage and the Spirts

A limited series based on the 1925 Serum Run in Alaska, hosted by Alex Stein. On this episode: Portage and the Spirits. Subscribe Now Support Dog Works Radio by visiting our sponsor, Alaska Dog Works , a premier dog training company that trains service dogs for people all over North America. Follow Alex: @coldfootfilms Follow Dog Works Radio: @dogworksradio...

Jan 10, 202416 minSeason 1Ep. 5

The Serum Run: The End of the Epidemic

Alex hosts The Serum Run: The End of an Epidemic on Mushing Radio. If you haven't already, please review us on iTunes ! It's an important way to help new listeners discover the show Say hello on Twitter , Facebook and Instagram and sign up for our weekly newsletter. If you would like to introduce friends or family to podcasts, we created a How to Listen guide based on frequently asked questions. The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a ...

Jan 09, 202419 minSeason 1Ep. 11
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