Best Derek Flood Podcasts (2026)

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#489 – Paul Rosolie: Uncontacted Tribes in the Amazon Jungle 3:14:26

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Paul Rosolie is a naturalist, explorer, author of a new book titled Junglekeeper, and is someone who has dedicated his life to protecting the Amazon rainforest. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep489-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. Tr…

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2026 Backpacking Trends That Should DIE a HORRIFIC DEATH! 40:41

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Derek and Carl discuss the growing backpacking trends of 2026…and why many of them should simply die. From the latest gear trends and hot sellers to backpacking ‘style’ and fashion there’s got to be at least 1 thing you both agree and disagree with. Also, did Derek have a meltdown during trivia? Some of the Topics Discussed -The Latest Backpacking …

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DAN BECKER: The Harsh TRUTH Behind the Gear Reviews You See 42:04

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Dan Becker joins the show to discuss some of things your average YouTube watcher doesn’t know about the gear reviews and reviewers. He also shares the twists and turns of his story and how he continues to evolve as a content creator. Dan has a lot of different and unexpected things coming. Some of the Topics Discussed -The Behind-the-Scenes of Gear…

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10 LIES The Gear Companies Are Telling Us (Throwback Thursday) 30:41

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Derek is back and better than ever! Are we being deceived by gear companies or just general beliefs about certain pieces of backpacking gear? Derek and Carl pull back the curtain and reveal the TRUTH! Some of the Topics Discussed -Stove boiling times -Water Filter Details -False Advertising Check out Magnet Designs for the best, US-made backpacking…

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#488 – Infinity, Paradoxes that Broke Mathematics, Gödel Incompleteness & the Multiverse – Joel David Hamkins

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Joel David Hamkins is a mathematician and philosopher specializing in set theory, the foundations of mathematics, and the nature of infinity, and he’s the #1 highest-rated user on MathOverflow. He is also the author of several books, including Proof and the Art of Mathematics and Lectures on the Philosophy of Mathematics. And he has a great blog ca…

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You're a TRAIL VILLAIN! Pass This TEST to Prove Otherwise! 43:17

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You might encounter a trail villain. There might be a trail villain in your backpacking crew. Or…you might be the trail villain! Take this 10-question test to prove otherwise. Also, Carl puts Derek through the Lightning Round. Will he even answer the questions correctly? Some of the Topics Discussed -Trail social skills -Odd Backpacking encounters …

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How to Find $3 MILLION Hidden in the Woods with Jon Collins-Black 30:42

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There are 5 treasure chests worth up to $3 million hidden for you to find. Jon Collins-Black joins the show to discuss some clues and insight into the treasure hunt that he created. What skills would you need to find the treasure? What highly interested valuables are hidden? What weird questions will be asked of him? Check out ‘There’s Treasure Ins…

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SURVIVING a DEADLY Underground Flood (No Ordinary Monday Podcast) 54:53

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Meet Dr. Hazel Barton, a remarkable scientist who descends into Earth's darkest corners in search of microscopic life that could transform our future. Nicknamed the "Lara Croft of microbiology," Hazel combines cutting-edge science with death-defying exploration in some of the most remote cave systems on our planet. The heart of this episode recount…

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JOHN MACKEY: Whole Foods CEO, Backpacking Myth-Buster 50:27

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Former CEO of Whole Foods and one of the most famous backpackers of all time, John Mackey, joins Derek and Carl to bust backpacking myths, discuss gear strategies and give some insider information about backpacking food. And Mackey has some very interesting answers in this week’s lightning round. Some of the Topics Discussed -Busting backpacking my…

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#487 – Irving Finkel: Deciphering Secrets of Ancient Civilizations & Flood Myths

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Irving Finkel is a scholar of ancient languages and a longtime curator at the British Museum, renowned for his expertise in Mesopotamian history and cuneiform writing. He specializes in reading and interpreting cuneiform inscriptions, including tablets from Sumerian, Akkadian, Babylonian, and Assyrian contexts. He became widely known for studying a…

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2025's Top LUXURY ITEMS (For ELITE Backpackers Only) 48:37

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Gear expert Villain Jesse joins the show to discuss the top luxury items of 2025. Luxuries include items that are not necessities, upgrade of essential items or simply really expensive items that might be worth having on the trail. Buy the Multi Tool Glove Prototype: https://www.ebay.com/itm/326900498222 Some of the Gear Discussed -Bend Alpha 90 Ho…

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8 BIG GEAR MISTAKES You're Still Making (Throwback Thursday) 45:53

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Derek and Carl discuss all sorts of gear mistakes they've made, you've made, we've all made...and how to fix them. Derek gives Carl advice about first aid kits. And Carl doesn't understand adjustable trekking poles. Check out Magnet Designs for the best, US-made backpacking clothing on the market! Enlightened Equipment: Check out the best Ultraligh…

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The 9 MOST DERANGED Outdoor Adventures for Your Bucket List 32:43

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Derek and Carl discuss deranged, irrational, unusual, odd, weird and funky outdoor adventures that you might consider adding to your bucket list. Are you tired of loops, out and backs and point-to-point hiking trails? It’s time to increase the intensity, purpose and strangeness of your trips with this list. Some of the Topics Discussed -National Pa…

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#486 – Michael Levin: Hidden Reality of Alien Intelligence & Biological Life

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Michael Levin is a biologist at Tufts University working on novel ways to understand and control complex pattern formation in biological systems. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep486-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. Transcript: https…

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The Best TROLL Comments & CRITICISMS -- We Respond 45:52

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Derek and Carl have gotten some serious troll comments, criticisms, critiques and strange requests over the years. They have compiled the most interesting feedback and will respond. Not surprisingly, each of them got riled up by somebody. Some of the Topics Discussed -Backpacking Gear -Breaking Backcountry Rules and Protocols -Trolls Check out Magn…

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'I Bought the WEIRDEST CAMPING GEAR I Could Find' with Steven Smith (Throwback Thursday) 56:58

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Steven from 'My Life Outdoors' joins the show to discuss a variety of topics that include weird backpacking/camping gear, the best and worst backpacking gear of 2023 and an amazing story that involves one of our favorite characters, the ranger. Check out Steven's Awesome YouTube Channel! Gear Discussed This Episode -Thermarest Neo Air Xlite NXT -Mi…

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#485 – David Kirtley: Nuclear Fusion, Plasma Physics, and the Future of Energy 2:45:22

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David Kirtley is a nuclear fusion engineer and CEO of Helion Energy, a company working on building the world’s first commercial fusion power plant by 2028. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep485-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. Transcr…

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Are EXPENSIVE Zpacks, Hyperlite & Other Cottage Brands Really WORTH IT? with Rob Pelton 42:24

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Rob Pelton joins the show to pull back the curtain on cottage brands. Are brands like Zpacks, Hyperlite, Enlightened Equipment really worth the price? And Carl has a theory about why tent prices suddenly skyrocketed a few years ago. Check out Rob Pelton’s awesome YouTube Channel! Some of the Topics Discussed -Backpacking Gear -Cottage Brands -How t…

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ANDREW SKURKA: 3 Things PRO Backpackers Do That You Don't 52:33

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Andrew Skurka – one of the most famous backpackers of all time – joins the show to discuss some 3 or 4 things professional backpackers do that most of us don’t. Also, what characteristics make the best guides? And how can trekking poles stop a bear attack? How will Skurka handle the lightning round? Derek and Carl also share the top 3 things they a…

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10K SOS Calls Logged on Garmin! But is it SAVING LIVES? (Throwback Thursday) 35:16

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Derek and Carl 'break down' the data released by Garmin and share some of the interesting stories that involve pushing the red button. Also, somehow, Derek and Carl were able to get ahold of an actual SOS call made from a Sat phone. Some of the Topics Discussed: -Garmin inReach -Crazy Search and Rescue Stories -Weird Data Check out Magnet Designs f…

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Brandon Joe Williams | Infinite Money, Citizenship, Contracts, Magic Words, and more… 1:39:13

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“The ‘U.S. Citizen’ category only sttarted in 1967” – Brandon Joe Williams We’re thrilled to introduce our guest, Brandon Joe Williams, a legal researcher and teacher. In this episode, we delve into fascinating topics like Infinite Money, contracts, citizenship, and explore various definitions of words. Brace yourself for a captivating discussion o…

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8 ABSURD Backpacking GADGETS You Might Purchase with Alex Hatlevig 39:57

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Alex Hatlevig joins the show to discuss backpacking gadgets and trinkets that you might be buying that are useless (or mostly useless). Sure, you can come up with scenarios where they could potentially be useful. But are you really going to need them? Are they necessary? Check out Alex Hatlevig’s awesome YouTube channel! Some of the Topics Discusse…

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#484 – Dan Houser: GTA, Red Dead Redemption, Rockstar, Absurd & Future of Gaming 2:54:01

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Dan Houser is co-founder of Rockstar Games and is a legendary creative mind behind Grand Theft Auto (GTA) and Red Dead Redemption series of video games. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep484-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. Transcript…

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VOMIT in a Bag! The WORST Freeze Dried Meals in the Universe? 39:55

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What are the worst backpacking freeze dried meals? And are some of them really as bad as people say? Derek and Carl asked over 40,000 members of the backpacking community what their least favorite meals were. After compiling the results, they discuss, and even taste-test, the top (or bottom answers). There were some very surprising results…both way…

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6 Pieces of Bad Advice You Should Stop Taking with John Kelley (Throwback Thursday) 55:07

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What are 6 pieces of backpacking advice that are just plain bad? John Kelley joins the Backpacking & Blisters podcast to co-host and discuss a lot of information and mis-information you might be hearing. Check out John Kelley’s ‘Backpacking Podcast’ Some of the Topics Discussed -Backpacking Gear -Overkill Backpacking Gear -Testing out and prepping …

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A CONTROVERSIAL New ULTRALIGHT Strategy That Will Blow Your Mind...with Alisha McDarris 43:16

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If you’re looking to shave about a pound off of your pack weight without spending any money (potentially), Alisha McDarris from Terradrift will tell you how! Last year she was challenged by the B&B podcast to 3 video options. She is the first one to try and execute one of them. Some of the Topics Covered: -Ultralight backpacking strategies -Controv…

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#483 – Julia Shaw: Criminal Psychology of Murder, Serial Killers, Memory & Sex 2:48:50

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Julia Shaw is a criminal psychologist and author who in her books explores human nature, including psychopathy, violent crime, the psychology of evil, police interrogation, false memory manipulation, deception detection, and human sexuality. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep483-sc See below for tim…

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Top 10 MOST BIZARRE Camp Experiences We've Ever Had (and You Can Too!) 32:49

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Bizarre trail and camp experience stories are the backbone of the B&B community. Derek and Carl run down their top 10. Some you’ve heard, some you haven’t. Either way, they’re weird. Even more weird is the episode trivia. This includes the most bizarre stories you’ve ever heard. Some of the Topics Covered: -Odd backpacking encounters -Camp antics -…

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Death Wish Backcountry Skills That You Might Use (Throwback Thursday) 58:55

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One of the most experienced, adventurous, death-defying backcountry experts, Marty Morissette, joins the show to discuss some of the tactics he’s employed that one might consider ‘death wish skills’. And, strangely, they might actually be helpful for your future adventures. Follow Marty on Instagram! Check out Magnet Designs, our latest partnership…

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The WORST REVIEWED Backpacking Gear in the World 38:44

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What is the worst reviewed backpacking gear? And does that mean that reviews are terrible or that the gear is terrible? Maybe both. And how does a 20 minute task take 15 hours? One of the guys finds a way. Check out Magnet Designs, our latest partnership! And follow Magnet on Instagram! Some of the Topics Covered: -Terrible backpacking gear -The be…

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#482 – Pavel Durov: Telegram, Freedom, Censorship, Money, Power & Human Nature 4:42:37

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Pavel Durov is the founder and CEO of Telegram. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep482-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. Transcript: https://lexfridman.com/pavel-durov-transcript CONTACT LEX: Feedback – give feedback to Lex: https://lex…

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2025's MOST POPULAR Backpacking Gear & Trends with Lloyd Vogel 41:38

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Lloyd Vogel, CEO of Garage Grown Gear, joins the show to discuss 2025’s best backpacking gear and trends. He also shares items that are losing steam. And Carl, of course, has a couple of “innovative” gear ideas he’s willing to share. Check out Garage Grown Gear’s newest arrivals! Some of the Topics Covered: -Best Backpacking Gear from 2025 -Backpac…

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10 Things Only ADVANCED BACKPACKERS Do...with Huck Outdoors (Bonus Thursday) 34:37

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What are the 10 things that only advanced backpackers do? Huck Outdoors joins the show to discuss skills, gear and knowledge that only advanced backpackers have. Rocky also chimes in with a list of his top 5. Follow Huck on Youtube! Check out Huck’s awesome photography! Some of the Topics Covered: -Backpacking trip planning tips and tricks -Backpac…

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5 Backpacking CRISES on the TIMBERLINE TRAIL: How Would You Handle Them? 50:37

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There were 5 Backpacking Crises on the Timberline Trail Patreon trip this year! Five might be a stretch but you be the judge? How would you handle them? How would Derek have handled them (if had the courage to attend)? Veteran backpacker Christine Marsh joins the show to discuss the color she added to the trip. And this is probably not something yo…

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#481 – Norman Ohler: Hitler, Nazis, Drugs, WW2, Blitzkrieg, LSD, MKUltra & CIA 4:31:21

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Norman Ohler is a historian and author of “Blitzed: Drugs in the Third Reich,” a book that investigates the role of psychoactive drugs, particularly stimulants such as methamphetamine, in the military history of World War II. It is a book that two legendary historians Ian Kershaw and Antony Beevor give very high praise for its depth of research. No…

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The 8 MOST DANGEROUS Creatures That Will KILL YOU! 34:01

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What are the 8 deadliest creatures known to mankind? And how can you avoid them on a backpacking trip? Derek and Carl discuss the method these creatures attack humans as well as simple ways to avoid and survive these attacks. Maybe it’s time to micromanage your friends and make sure their tent zipper is closed. Some of the Topics Covered: -The dead…

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JUSTIN OUTDOORS: Game-changing GEAR That's 'The Best I've Ever Used' (Throwback Thursday) 44:02

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On this Throwback Thursday episode, Justin Outdoors joins the show. He is our #1 seed for gear expertise on YouTube. Check out what he has to say regarding the game-changing gear that’s the best he’s ever used. Find the best gear reviews on Justin’s YouTube Channel! Enlightened Equipment: Check out the best Ultralight Quilts on the market! GET BONU…

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SAR Veteran Evaluates 6 Famous Movie Stunts That Could Save Your Life...with Moose Mutlow 56:47

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Veteran Search and Rescue Yosemite team member Moose Mutlow joins the show to evaluate 6 famous movie scenes. He brings his expertise to rate the plausibility of the outdoor stunts pulled off by Rambo, Indiana Jones and others. He also shares some crazy SAR stories of his own. Moose is one of the top B&B guests over the years. This is one you won’t…

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#480 – Dave Hone: T-Rex, Dinosaurs, Extinction, Evolution, and Jurassic Park 3:41:55

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Dave Hone is a paleontologist, expert on dinosaurs, co-host of the Terrible Lizards podcast, and author of numerous scientific papers and books on the behavior and ecology of dinosaurs. He lectures at Queen Mary University of London on topics of Ecology, Zoology, Biology, and Evolution. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexf…