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Mushing

First Paw Media | Mushing.com

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:

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All Episodes

32:41

Without Warning: Bridgett Watkins on Moose Attacks,...

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2026/01/31

In this episode of the Mushing Podcast, host Robert Forto sits down with veteran musher Bridgett Watkins to talk about her powerful new documentary, Without Warning, now streaming on Amazon and other platforms.Bridget shares the full story behind the film, including a violent moose attack on her dog team, the emotional and physical toll of her first Iditarod attempt, and the mental battle of returning to the trail after being forced to scratch. She opens up about the unbreakable bond between musher

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29:38

From Motocross to Mushing: Mikki Douglas on Speed and...

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2026/01/30

In this episode of The Dog Driver, Robert Forto and KP sit down with Mikki Douglas, one of the most dominant competitors in modern dryland mushing. Fresh off the IFSS World Championships, Mikki shares how she captured three gold medals and a bronze across multiple disciplines, including four-dog rig, bikejoring, scooter, and relay racing.The conversation explores Mikki’s background in professional motocross and mountain biking, how speed sports shaped her racing mindset, and how she applies exercise

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29:07

Dryland Mushing Explained: Training, Racing, and...

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2026/01/23

Dryland mushing is one of the fastest-growing areas of dog-powered sports, especially in regions with limited winter snow. In this episode of The Dog Driver, we talk with an experienced dryland musher, Leendert Van Dorp, about how teams train, race, and compete at the IFSS Dryland World Championships in Minocqua, Wisconsin.The conversation covers real-world dryland mushing equipment, including scooters, bikes, canicross, four-dog rigs, and six-dog rigs, as well as kennel size, dog selection,

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26:36

Samantha Wawiernia on Dryland Racing, Bear Dogs, and...

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2026/01/16

In this episode of The Dog Driver, Robert Forto and KP sit down with Michigan-based racer Samantha Wawiernia to talk about one of the most unique paths into dog-powered sports. Samantha began mushing to condition her bear and coon hounds for hunting, then transitioned those same dogs into competitive dryland racing.The conversation explores running hunting hounds alongside sled dogs, building a family-centered kennel, training without reliable snow, and racing primarily in dryland formats across the

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27:23

Nova Clifford On Dryland Racing, Legacy Mushing, And...

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2026/01/09

In this episode of The Dog Driver, Robert Forto and KP are joined by dryland racer Nova Clifford from New Hampshire. A third-generation musher, Nova shares how she grew up in sled dog racing and how the sport has evolved from large family kennels to modern dryland and mono-sport competition.The conversation covers building a small competitive kennel, training four-dog rig teams, developing leaders, and racing in changing snow conditions across New England and Canada. Nova also discusses competing at

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30:17

Kourosh Partow: Racing Career, Global Mushing, And A...

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2026/01/02

In this episode of The Dog Driver, Robert Forto turns the tables and interviews longtime musher KP about his 40-plus years in sled dog racing. The conversation spans sprint, dryland, and open-class racing across Europe, the Lower 48, Canada, and Alaska.KP shares his favorite and most challenging races, including the Eagle River Classic, Fur Rondy, and international events in Spain and Scandinavia. He talks about racing Siberians, transitioning to Eurohounds, building kennels in Europe and Alaska,

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31:32

The Dog Driver: Why This Podcast Came Back and Where...

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2025/12/26

After a multi-year hiatus, The Dog Driver is back. In this episode, Robert Forto and Kourosh Partow explain why they decided to revive the podcast and why the timing matters for the future of mushing and dog-powered sports.The conversation looks back at the original Dog Driver series, which featured over 200 guests from around the world, and explores how the sport has changed in recent years.Topics include the growth of dryland racing, the decline in traditional open-class participation, the role of

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56:30

Dryland Mushing On The East Coast: How Two New Jersey...

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2025/12/20

Dryland mushing isn’t just for Alaska. In this episode ofMushing, Robert Forto interviewsChristine TaylorandAlexandra Crossett, two competitive mushers fromNew Jerseywho are proving that dog-powered sports can thrive far from traditional sled dog country.Christine and Alexandra explain how they discovered the sport, the early dogs who started it all, and how their local club,theJersey Sands Sled Dog Racing Association,helped them move from recreational runs to theIFSS Dryland World Championships

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14:55

Breaking Trail in Mexico: Canicross, Scooters, and...

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2025/12/13

What does it take to represent Mexico on the world stage of dryland mushing?In this episode, we talk withElly Lugo, a CaniCross and scooter musher who traveled from central Mexico to compete at theDryland World Championships in Minocqua, Wisconsin. Elly is a mom of three, a former marathon runner, and a dedicated athlete building the future of dog-powered sports in her region.She shares how she qualified for Team Mexico, how the public is learning to understand mushing, the breeds her family runs

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13:19

From The Andes To The World Stage: Konrad Jakob On...

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2025/12/06

Former Air Force pilot turned musherKonrad Jakobjoins us from the IFSS Dryland Championships in Wisconsin to talk about the rapid growth of dog mushing inChile, Argentina, Colombia, and across Latin America. Konrad shares how he launched sled dog tours in the Andes, helped expand IFSS participation, and what to expect from the2026 Pan-American Championship in Mexico.The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+ subscribers. Learn more about all the benefits of a subscription and subscribe now at

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34:57

Conversation with Joy Weis: Canicross, Coaching, and...

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2025/11/29

In this episode ofMushing, Robert Forto sits down with returning guestJoy Weis, a canicross athlete, coach, and founder of theFriends of Oso Foundation. Joy shares how she got started in dog-powered sports, what makes a great canicross dog, what new athletes should know before entering their first race, and why the sport is more accessible than most people think.She also dives into her coaching work throughLucky Fox Coaching, explaining how she trains canicross teams, cyclists, runners, and

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32:54

How Border Collies, Cameras, and Dog Mushing Collide:...

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2025/11/27

In this episode of The Mushing Podcast, Robert Forto talks with Andrew Comoletti, a Boston-based dog walker, musher, and filmmaker whose Border Collies launched him into the world of dog-powered sports. Andrew shares how he turned dog walking into a full-time career, how he races with both his own dogs and client dogs, and why he films mushing events across the US and Canada. Robert and Andrew talk about dog behavior, non-traditional mushing breeds, building a camera rig for racing, and what it

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05:46

Why Mushing Magazine Became a Nonprofit: The Story,...

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2025/11/25

Michele Forto shares the biggest shift in Mushing Magazine’s history: the move to the new Team & Trail Foundation. After two years of fighting to keep the publication alive, the Fortos reveal what really happened behind the scenes, why they chose a nonprofit path, and how readers can keep print mushing journalism thriving for decades to come. This episode explains how nonprofit outdoor magazines survive, what this means for mushers, fans, and clubs, and how Mushing+ members will support print

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15:02

Interview with Canicross Athlete & Team USA Captain...

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2025/11/22

Canicross is exploding across North America, and few people have been more instrumental in that growth than athlete, organizer, and Team USA captainLizzie Hill. Recorded live at theIFSS Dryland World Championships, this episode dives into what it really takes to compete at the elite level while also helping shape the future of dog-powered sports in the United States.Lizzie discusses running at Worlds with her young dog, Alibi, how she qualified after an injury-filled season, and what it means to

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21:27

Racing Against the Odds: Tabetha Kopta and Her Border...

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2025/11/15

What happens when a lifelong Border Collie enthusiast enters the world of competitive sled dog racing? MeetTabetha Kopta, a Pennsylvania musher who proved that determination, structure, and a pack of hard-driving Border Collies can compete with the fastest hounds and Siberians in the sport.In this episode, hostRobert Fortotalks with Tabitha about her journey from grooming dogs to representingTeam USA at theIFSS World Championships, how she trains and selects her dogs, and why Border Collies might be

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23:56

How Rancho Luna Lobos Is Reviving the Spirit of Dog...

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2025/11/01

In this episode ofMushing, host Robert Forto sits down with Fernando and Dana, the husband-and-wife team behindRancho Luna Lobosin Park City, Utah. From running a rescue kennel and family-run sled dog tour business to shaping the next generation of mushers, they share how faith, community, and love for dogs power everything they do.We explore theirPeace Garden, where dogs heal from past trauma, how they blend mushing and ministry, and what the future of the sport looks like, from sprint racing to

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01:02:42

Dream Big, Dare to Fail: Jonathan Hayes Reaches Nome

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2025/10/11

In this powerful episode ofMushing, Maine musherJonathan Hayesreflects on the final leg of hisCentennial Seppala Expeditionacross Alaska—his emotional arrival in Nome and the lessons learned along the way. From honoring the legacy of Leonhard Seppala to finding faith, purpose, and resilience on the trail, Hayes shares what it truly means to carry history forward. This isPart Fiveof our in-depth series exploring the heart, heritage, and humanity behind one of mushing’s most meaningful journeys.The

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49:18

From TikTok to Trail: How Tone Coughlin Educates the...

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2025/10/04

In this episode of theMushing Podcast, Robert Forto sits down with Tone Coughlin ofEndurance Kennelsin Duluth, Minnesota, to pull back the curtain on the realities of sled dog culture. They discuss the differences between sprint racing Alaskan Huskies and the stereotypical “Disney dogs,” how selective breeding has shaped performance, and why public education is crucial for the sport's future. Tony shares insights from growing his kennel, building a massive TikTok following, and balancing tradition

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01:04:20

Surviving the Blowhole: When the Sled Dogs Thrived...

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2025/09/27

In this episode, we sit down with Maine musher Jonathan Hayes to relive the Centennial Seppala Expedition across Alaska, a journey that tested both human grit and canine heart. From the harrowing winds of the coast to the untold lessons learned on the trail, Jonathan shares raw stories of survival, leadership, and the enduring spirit of Seppala Siberians. This is part one of our series diving deep into one of the most ambitious expeditions of our time.The Mushing podcast is made possible by Mushing+

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28:20

Six Dogs, Big Dreams: Building a Team for the Yukon...

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2025/09/13

In this episode of the Mushing Podcast, hosts Greg and Jen share their journey into the world of dog sledding, discussing their backgrounds, current activities, and future aspirations in the sport. They delve into training techniques, the dynamics of their dog team, and the importance of community and networking within the mushing scene. The conversation also highlights personal stories about their dogs, Eska and Polar, showcasing the bond between mushers and their canine companions. The episode

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