Mushers Checkpoint

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Join Musher's Checkpoint to hear stories and in-depth analysis about Sled dog racing across North America, from hosts Aaron Peck and Dan Kirkup.

03/18/2025

Mushers Checkpoint Iditarod - Recap

Hosts Aaron Peck and Dan Kirkup provide a recap of the Iditarod. Joined by special guest, Kelsey Winters. Things pick up where they left off last episode with an update on the last teams on the trail. We also cover the special awards with detailed insight from Aaron. Kelsey shares her experience at Jessie Holmes kennel in 2022-2023 and running his second team at Copper Basin 2025, finishing 4th.
03/15/2025

Second Group Finishers

Hosts Aaron Peck and Dan Kirkup provide analysis on Day 13 of the Iditarod. The Top 4 have already finished, tune in to find out how the second group of mushers find their way to Nome.
03/14/2025

White Mountain to Nome

Hosts Aaron Peck and Dan Kirkup provide analysis on Day 12 of the Iditarod. Jessie Holmes left White Mountain with a three hour lead heading for Nome, followed by Matt Hall and Paige Drobny. The second group is pushing hard for White Mountain while the third group is going to Koyuk. The back of the pack is on the coast!
03/13/2025

Koyuk to White Mountain

Hosts Aaron Peck and Dan Kirkup provide analysis on Day 11 of the Iditarod. Holmes rested in Koyuk and Elim, departing before Hall arrived in Elim. Drobny also stopped in Elim before moving on to White Mountain. Where will it all shake out on the final legs to Nome? Phillips and Seavey are leading the next group into White Mountain, followed by Reddington, Beals, and Vitello.
03/12/2025

Unalakleet - Koyuk

Hosts Aaron Peck and Dan Kirkup provide analysis on Day 10 of the Iditarod. Holmes and Hall rested at different shelter cabins in the Blueberry Hills. While Hall stopped before crossing Norton Sound, Holmes ran to Koyuk. Both are back on the trail between Koyuk and Elim.
03/11/2025

Kaltag to Unalakleet

Hosts Aaron Peck and Dan Kirkup analyze Day 9 of the Iditarod. Holmes, Hall, and Drobny move down the trail to Unalakleet. Will it be one run or two runs, and where will they rest? What happens with the second pack with Porsild, Phillips, Seavey, etc.? What's their strategy to get to the coast? We finish with some options along the coast to White Mountain.
03/10/2025

Shageluk to Kaltag

Hosts Aaron Peck and Dan Kirkup analyze Day 8 of the Iditarod. Holmes, Hall, Drobny, and Seavey are working their way north. Holmes will get to Kaltag for his 8-hour rest, and Seavey might be taking his 8 in Eagle Island. We expect Hall to rest before Kaltag. Drobny might be doing a longer run into Kaltag. Who will be in prime position heading for the coast?
03/09/2025

Eagle Island to Anvik

Hosts Aaron Peck and Dan Kirkup provide analysis on Day 7 of the Iditarod. Jessie Holmes made a big move, jumping ahead to Anvik for his rest. Paige Drobny and the rest of the front pack stopped for rest in Grayling. We discuss how teams are managing the Kaltag loop. Who has the best strategy?

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Mushing is a podcast from First Paw Media that follows the sport of dog mushing, the Iditarod, and races worldwide. 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. Popular guests: Emily Robinson, Jesse Holmes, Ryan Redington, Barb Redington, Lance Mackey, Brenda Mackey, Jason Mackey, Anna and Kristy Berington, Rohn Buser, DeeDee Jonrowe, and more. Popular Podcast topics: Iditarod race stories and analysis, dryland mushing and off-season racing, interviews with mushers and racers, race preparation and training strategies, sled dog kennel life and dog care, Yukon Quest and other major races, mushing history and heritage, global mushing perspectives (international races), canicross and alternative mushing formats Community and culture in the mushing world, and more.

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Rock n Coasters is the podcast for people who plan vacations around concert tickets and roller coasters. Hosts Robert and Michele Forto hit the road each year chasing classic rock, hard rock, and metal shows, then ride everything from wooden coasters and steel dives to giga coasters. Each episode mixes concert recaps, album talk, park and coaster reviews, and the travel stories in between; the kind of trip where the setlist and the credit count both matter. If you care about giga coasters, RMCs, old woodies, amphitheaters, and bands that still sound better live, this is your show. New episodes cover live shows we attended, coasters we rode, and the rock records that still hold up on a long drive between parks. Listen if you are a coaster enthusiast, a classic rock or hard rock fan, or anyone building a summer around festivals and theme parks. Follow Rock n Coasters and come along for the next tour and the next ride.

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Team & Trail is dog mushing, outdoor leadership, and trail stories from Alaska and beyond. Dr. Robert and Michele Forto produce this podcast for people who work with dogs, lead teams, and spend real time outdoors. The podcast carries a reporting tradition that began in 1963 and brings it back to the trail. Mushing life. Training partnerships. How a family business hands the work to the next person. How a team carries a load when the weather changes and the plan has to change with it. Field reports, gear that holds up, and conversations with the people actually out there. Team & Trail is a project of the Team and Trail Foundation, a 501(c)(3). We help people go places and do good things: keep the sled dog record intact, teach leadership where decisions have consequences, and remove barriers that keep people off the trail. New episodes from Willow, Alaska, and beyond. https://teamandtrail.com https://mushing.com https://teamandtrail.com/team-and-trail-foundation

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Peak Experience explores the topics of what experiential learning is to teambuilding and organizational development, what its role is, where it is headed and why it is more important now, than ever. Business owners, teachers, camp counselors, adventure therapists, and anyone who is interested in the outdoors, place-based, or experiential learning cohort will find content useful to their teaching. Listeners can expect ideas for direct implementation, thought provoking dialogue, interviews, as well as an opportunity to communicate with the hosts and share their experiences in the field of outdoor leadership and strategic management.

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Behind every rescued dog is a story of survival, hope, and the humans who refused to give up. Rescue Tails is where those stories come to life. Hosted by Dr. Robert Forto, a lifelong dog trainer and media producer, and Robin Lucas, the driving force behind Rebel Rescue South Korea, this podcast shares powerful tales of rescue, resilience, and redemption from around the world. Each episode reveals the realities of rescue work, what it takes to rebuild trust, navigate cultural challenges, and find new beginnings for dogs who once had none. From the streets of South Korea to the snowy trails of Alaska, these are the voices of those on the front lines of compassion. Whether you’re a rescue advocate, a dog lover, or simply someone who believes in second chances, Rescue Tails will inspire you to see what’s possible when dedication meets heart. Because every rescue has a story, and every story deserves to be told. Subscribe or follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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03/15/2025

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Great podcast. Thank you guys for doing this. I hope you keep it up.
Favorite Iditarod Podcast!

03/14/2025

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Love the insight of these guys!

Join Musher's Checkpoint to hear stories and in-depth analysis about Sled dog racing across North America, from hosts Aaron Peck and Dan Kirkup.

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2024 - 2025
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27
Rating

Clean
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Mushers Checkpoint
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Robert Forto

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Updated 03/16/2025
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Updated 03/18/2024
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Mushers Checkpoint

Mushers Checkpoint Iditarod - Recap

Second Group Finishers

White Mountain to Nome

Koyuk to White Mountain

Unalakleet - Koyuk

Kaltag to Unalakleet

Shageluk to Kaltag

Eagle Island to Anvik

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Mushers Checkpoint Iditarod - Recap

Second Group Finishers

White Mountain to Nome

Koyuk to White Mountain

Unalakleet - Koyuk

Kaltag to Unalakleet

Shageluk to Kaltag

Eagle Island to Anvik

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