Kokoda Track
Kokoda Track
Playlist by Kokoda TrackAn insight into the lessons learnt from people that have trekked the Kokoda Track in PNG. We will interview trek leaders, local PNG villagers and trekkers who have undertaken the arduous 96km jungle t…Follow the podcast:
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Fiona - A Trek Leader with Soul and Passion
Emotional Journeys and Leadership Lessons from the Kokoda Track This episode of the Kokoda Track Podcast is a poignant and thought-provoking conversation between two experienced trek leaders, Glenn and Fiona, who share their personal stories and insights on the emotional and physical challenges of…
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The Story of Sister Marie Eileen Craig
The Only Woman at Bomana Among more than 3,800 Commonwealth war graves at Bomana War Cemetery lies a single woman—RAAF nurse Sister Marie Eileen Craig. In this episode, we honour her remarkable life and reflect on a powerful truth: not every casualty of war dies in battle. Some give their lives s…
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Farmer Tim's Kokoda Journey
The Kokoda Track Podcast is back with another inspiring story from the track. This time, we're joined by Tim, a farmer from Victoria who's just completed the grueling 96-kilometer journey. As he shares his experiences, you'll hear about the challenges he faced, the lessons he learned, and the momen…
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Why I recommend using Trekking Poles.
In this episode of The Kokoda Track Podcast, Glenn Azar explores one of the most valuable pieces of equipment you can take on the Kokoda Track—trekking poles. Drawing on over 100 crossings of Kokoda, Glenn explains the latest biomechanics research, why trekking poles are most effective on steep d…
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The 10 Biggest Mistakes People Make on Kokoda
Thinking about walking the Kokoda Track? After more than 100 crossings, Glenn Azar shares the 10 biggest mistakes he sees trekkers make before they arrive in Papua New Guinea—and, more importantly, how to avoid them. From training mistakes and gear choices to mindset, foot care and cultural respe…
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Leah's Kokoda Journey
As the sun rises over the Kokoda Track, a sense of pride and respect fills the air. This week on the Kokoda Track Podcast, we're joined by Leah, an environmental scientist who's just completed the grueling 96-kilometer trek. With a group of diverse individuals, including doctors, farmers, and teena…
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The Three Kokoda's
Most people think Kokoda is just a trek through the jungles of Papua New Guinea. They’re wrong. After more than 100 crossings of the Kokoda Track, Glenn Azar has come to believe there are actually three different Kokodas that every trekker experiences. The first is the history. The incredible st…
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What Happens When Kokoda Doesn't Go To Plan? A Conversation with Angela
What Happens When Kokoda Doesn't Go To Plan? A Conversation with Angela In this episode of The Kokoda Track Podcast, I sit down with Angela to discuss a Kokoda experience that didn't quite go the way she expected. Like many trekkers, Angela arrived on the Track excited, prepared and ready for wha…
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Michael McNab on Trekking Kokoda twice - 22 years apart
Episode Show Notes This week's episode is a special one for me. I'm joined by my good mate Michael, who has just completed his second crossing of the Kokoda Track with me. What makes this achievement even more impressive is that Michael first crossed Kokoda 22 years ago at the age of 40, and has …
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What happens when Leadership doesn't meet the Environment
What Happens When Leadership Doesn't Meet the Environment? This is one of the most important episodes we've ever recorded on The Kokoda Track Podcast. After receiving numerous messages from listeners, trekkers and trek leaders regarding a recent review posted online, Glenn takes a deep dive into …
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