On this episode of Papa Bear Hikes, host Martin welcomes Howard Falco, a spiritual teacher and mindset coach who left a successful career in finance after a life-changing awakening. Howard shares powerful insights from his new book, Invincible: The Mindset of Infinite Potential and the Secret to Inevitable Success, offering practical guidance on breaking through self-imposed limits and tapping into extraordinary inner strength. Drawing on years of coaching both elite athletes and everyday seekers, he reveals how shifting your mindset can unlock your highest potential.

Discover the tools to break through your limits and achieve extraordinary inner strength. Get your copy of Invincible: The Mindset of Infinite Potential and the Secret to Inevitable Success today: https://a.co/d/g8GUIUT

Follow https://www.instagram.com/howardfalco for powerful insights on mindset, personal growth, and unlocking your true potential. Visit https://howardfalco.com to start your journey today.

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In this episode, Martin talks with Ken Posner about his shift from Wall Street life to mountain trails, where he took on the brutal and beautiful Catskill "Grid"—a challenge requiring over 400 ascents across every month of the year. What began as a pursuit of a record evolved into something far deeper.

Ken shares how stripping away gear, comfort, and convention helped him reconnect with nature on its terms. Barefoot, minimalist, and often alone, he found purpose in the mud, snow, and silence. This is more than a story about running—it's about transformation, obsession, and discovering what it means to move through the world with intention.

Ken Posner’s story continues in Chasing the Grid: An Ultrarunner's Physical and Spiritual Journey in Pursuit of the Ultimate Mountain Challenge.

Pre-order now and experience the mountains through the eyes of a man who left behind convention to find meaning in every ascent.

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Want to learn more about Ken Posner’s journey, philosophy, and barefoot adventures?

Visit barefootken.com and follow him on Instagram @long_brown_path for insights, stories, and updates from the trail.

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In this episode, Martin welcomes outfitter and river guide Jon Barker for his first appearance on the podcast. Jon is the founder of Barker River Expeditions and has spent over 40 years navigating Idaho’s remote rivers. For the past 25 years, he’s specialized in desert river trips on the Jarbidge, Bruneau, and Owyhee Rivers.

Jon shares stories from his decades guiding clients through some of the most rugged and beautiful terrain in the American West, including supported hikes through slot canyons and hunts for record-setting Bighorn sheep. His knowledge, experience, and connection to the land run deep.

Martin recently returned from a guided trip on the Bruneau River in Idaho with his son, giving him a fresh appreciation for the craft and commitment of professional guides like Jon. This conversation is a celebration of wild places, expert guidance, and the lasting memories made on the river.

Barker River Expeditions is proud to be the only desert outfitter featured in 3100 Miles, a new YouTube series from the Idaho Department of Commerce and Fisher Creative. The series explores Idaho’s 3,100 miles of whitewater through stunning rapids, canyons, and stories.

Watch the beautifully filmed Bruneau River segment here:
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To learn more about Jon and Barker River Expeditions, visit barkerriver.com/about-us.

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