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Busted Knees & Pretty Trees

Busted Knees & Pretty Trees

Written by: Paddy Richardson
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If your idea of a good day includes a worn-out trail, a quiet campsite, or a paddle cutting through still water, then you've found your podcast!

Welcome to Busted Knees & Pretty Trees, a podcast dedicated to the outdoors, conservation, and the adventures that keep us coming back to nature.

Join me as I explore hiking, backpacking, kayaking, camping, outdoor gear, conservation issues, public lands, and the wild places that make life better. Some episodes are trail stories and lessons learned from time spent outside. Others dive into gear, outdoor skills, conservation challenges, and the people working to protect the landscapes we love.

Along the way, I'll occasionally sit down with guests from across the conservation and outdoor recreation community to bring new perspectives and experiences to the conversation.

Whether you're planning your next backpacking trip, researching gear, looking for conservation news, or simply daydreaming about your next adventure, there's something here for you.

Available on all major platforms. Subscribe now and join us on the trail.

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Episodes
  • Ep. 100 - The Big 100: A Century of Sauntering
    Oct 14 2026

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    We made it to 100 episodes of Busted Knees and Pretty Trees, and what better way to celebrate than with a trivia game night, a few drinks, and absolutely no guarantee of keeping things classy!

    For this milestone episode, we brought in some special guests: my wife Ashley, Justin’s wife Taylor, and Justin himself. Apparently, they’ve all been claiming to listen to the podcast, so we figured it was time to put that claim to the test!

    What followed was a night of trivia, friendly competition, questionable answers, plenty of laughs, and conversations that got a little more raunchy than your typical episode. But hey, there were drinks flowing, everyone was having a blast, and we were celebrating 100 episodes together!

    Thanks to everyone who has listened, laughed along, and supported us over these first 100 episodes. Here's to many more!

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    1 hr and 46 mins
  • Ep. 99 - Bivvies, Backpacks & Blockbusters: Our Top 5 Outdoor Movies of All Time
    Oct 7 2026

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    Some movies entertain us. Others make us want to throw a backpack in the truck, hit the trail, and chase our own adventure.

    This week on Busted Knees & Pretty Trees, Justin and Patrick sit down for a fun conversation about the outdoor films that have stuck with us over the years. The stories that inspired us, the moments we still talk about, and the movies that remind us why we love wild places in the first place.

    Whether you're a hiker, paddler, camper, backpacker, or simply someone who loves a good adventure tale, this episode is packed with laughs, nostalgia, friendly debate, and a whole lot of appreciation for the films that keep the outdoor spirit alive.

    So, grab a camp chair, pour yourself a cup of trail coffee, and join us for a conversation that celebrates the intersection of storytelling, adventure, and the great outdoors.

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Ep. 98 - From Boardrooms to Backpacks with Rebecca "Primetime" Cuff
    Sep 30 2026

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    This week on Busted Knees & Pretty Trees, we're joined by Rebecca "Primetime" Cuff for an inspiring and entertaining conversation about hiking, backpacking, and embracing life's next chapter. We talk about how she went from the corporate world to the trail, what fuels her passion for adventure, and why she believes it's never too late to start chasing big goals.

    We also take a deep dive into her backpacking kit, breaking down the gear she carries, the lessons she's learned along the way, and the items she wouldn't hit the trail without. Rebecca shares her experiences as a woman on trail, discusses the unique challenges and rewards that come with it, and offers advice for anyone who might be hesitant to take that first step into the outdoors.

    And if you've spent any time on hiking social media, you've probably seen Primetime pop up in your feed. We talk about her rapidly growing online presence and how she's using her platform to inspire and encourage thousands of people to lace up their boots, get outside, and start their own adventure, no matter their age, experience level, or background.

    Tune in now to Busted Knees & Pretty Trees, wherever you get your podcasts, and discover why sometimes the best adventures begin when everyone else thinks you're slowing down.

    Email: bustedpretty@gmail.com

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    1 hr and 39 mins
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