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The Dog Driver: Why This Podcast Came Back and Where Mushing Is Headed

  • December 26, 2025
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The Dog Driver: Why This Podcast Came Back And Where Mushing Is Headed

After a multi-year hiatus, The Dog Driver is back. In this episode, Robert Forto and KP 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 of traditional open-class participation, the role of local clubs like the Chugiak Dog Mushers Association, and the challenges of maintaining trails, races, and community in a changing sport.

This episode sets the foundation for the new direction of The Dog Driver, focusing on sprint mushing, dryland racing, real people in the sport, and keeping the fire alive for the next generation of dog drivers.

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Favorite Song and artist: Blackened by Metallica

Piece of Gear: Wired Bose Sport Headphones

Favorite Snack: Ramen

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