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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Graeme Murphy - Told he'd be dead by 40yo crosses Kokoda at 59yo
In this episode of the Kokoda Track Podcast, host Glenn Azar chats with Graham Murphy, a 59-year-old truck driver who's just completed the grueling Kokoda Track. Graham shares his inspiring story of perseverance, from being told by his doctor he wouldn't make it to his 40th birthday due to his heal…
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Cultural Episode - Tok Pisin on Kokoda Language as Respect
Tok Pisin on Kokoda: Language as Respect Language is one of the simplest — and most powerful — ways to show respect on the Kokoda Track. In this first episode of the Cultural Series on The Kokoda Track Podcast, Glenn Azar explores Tok Pisin, one of Papua New Guinea’s main languages, and explains w…
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Kevin treks Kokoda with his adult kids
In this episode of the Kokoda Track Podcast, host Glenn Azar chats with Kevin, a dad who trekked the Kokoda Track with his adult kids and their partners. Kevin shares his unique perspective on the experience, highlighting the importance of family bonding and the challenges of tackling the grueling …
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Porters, Ethics and Responsibility on Kokoda
Porters, Ethics, and Responsibility on Kokoda Porters are the backbone of every Kokoda trek — yet their role is often misunderstood or overlooked. In this episode of The Kokoda Track Podcast, Glenn Azar explores the ethical responsibilities that come with trekking Kokoda and explains why porter we…
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Fitness for Kokoda what actually matters
Fitness for Kokoda: What Actually Matters Fitness is one of the biggest concerns people have before trekking Kokoda — and one of the most misunderstood. In this episode of The Kokoda Track Podcast, Glenn Azar breaks down what kind of fitness Kokoda actually demands, drawing on more than 90 crossin…
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Cameron on trekking Kokoda with his Mum, a Military Veteran
In this episode of the Kokoda Track Podcast, host Glenn Azar chats with Cameron, a young man who trekked the Kokoda Track with his mum. They dive into Cameron's experiences, sharing stories of his mum's determination and his own growth. From the physical challenges of the trek to the emotional conn…
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Kokoda Village Life Along the Track
Village Life Along the Track: What Trekkers Often Misread The Kokoda Track is not an empty wilderness — it is a living corridor of villages, families, and communities. In this episode of The Kokoda Track Podcast, Glenn Azar explores village life along the Kokoda Track and unpacks the common misund…
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Why Kokoda changes some people and not others
Why Kokoda Changes Some People (and Not Others) Two people can walk the same Kokoda Track — and come away with very different experiences. In this episode of The Kokoda Track Podcast, Glenn Azar explores why Kokoda has a profound, lasting impact on some people, while leaving others largely unchang…
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From Poor Health to Kokoda - Peta's Kokoda Journey
In this episode of the Kokoda Track Podcast, host Glenn Azar chats with Peta, a solo traveler who recently completed the challenging Kokoda Track. Peta shares her inspiring story of perseverance and determination, having trained for 12 months to prepare for the grueling 8-day trek. From overcomin…
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What your trekking company should be doing (but many don't)
What Your Trekking Company Should Be Doing (But Many Don’t) Choosing a Kokoda trekking company is one of the most important decisions you’ll make — and one of the least understood. In this episode of The Kokoda Track Podcast, Glenn Azar explains what professional, responsible Kokoda operators shou…
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