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The "Jester" Section Hiker is the premier podcast with the spotlight on section hikers!

The stories you will hear are about everyday people who, in addition to their everyday lives, make the commitment to hike long-distance trails where every section is a new beginning. 

From National Scenic Trails to National Parks and all Trails in between, listen with your host, Julie “Jester” Gayheart, to hear what it means to be a section hiker and the adventure that awaits them section by section. 

Slack-Packing The 100 Mile Wilderness (Again)

Jan 31, 2026

Appalachian Trail Hostel & Outfitters: https://appalachiantrailhostel.com/

Katahdin Adventure Co.: https://www.katahdinadventureco.com/ 

Connect With Jester:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart 

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jester-section-hiker/id1489616835

Spotify:

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Macro Tracking 101: Protein, Carbs, Fat

Jan 24, 2026

Calorie Tracking Apps Discussed:

Cal AI: https://www.calai.app/

MacroFactor: https://macrofactorapp.com/macrofactor/ 

Connect With Jester:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart 

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jester-section-hiker/id1489616835

Spotify:

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4 Hacks to Stay on Track with Your Macros

Jan 17, 2026

Total Daily Energy Expenditure Calculator:  https://tdeecalculator.net/ 

Connect With Jester:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart 

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jester-section-hiker/id1489616835

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6jFCwFdNRq8K3t8z64cjqt

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How I Lost 19.9 lbs of Fat (Not Just Weight)

Jan 10, 2026

Total Daily Energy Expenditure Calculator: https://tdeecalculator.net/ 

Connect With Jester:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart 

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jester-section-hiker/id1489616835

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6jFCwFdNRq8K3t8z64cjqt

Website:

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Why I Stopped (and Why I’m Back)

Jan 3, 2026

Connect With Jester: 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart 

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jester-section-hiker/id1489616835 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6jFCwFdNRq8K3t8z64cjqt

Website: https://jestersectionhiker.com 

Films: https://jesterwallisproductions.com 

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