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| Episode 116 - David Tosch of Southeastern Trail Runs and Southern States 200 | 05 Sep 2024 | 01:43:29 | |
David Tosch and his wife Marye Jo are Race Directors from Alabama. They have Southeastern Trail Runs. They have many races and you can follow the link at bottom to check them out. They are RD's for the Southern States 200 which is the host of 200 Miles With Marty Project. David is also a very accomplished runner with a sub 2:50 marathon PR and many tough 100's under his belt. I always enjoy chatting with and learning from the experienced runners and this one is no exception. Check it out. And stay tuned for your discount code to Southern States 200 and 100 as well as Blood Rock and Endless Mile. Enjoy! | |||
| Episode 115 - TransRockies Run Brief Personal Recap | 23 Aug 2024 | 00:54:06 | |
Last Saturday, 8/10, I flew out to Colorado to begin my TransRockies Run adventure, and wow, was it an adventure! I got to hang with some friends, made a ton of new friends, see some epic scenery and run some really challenging mountain trails. The Ortholite TransRockiesRun is a turnkey adventure. You get yourself to Denver and they can take care of the rest. They shuttle you to the base camp, feed you, and bring you back. The courses are mapped out, supported, and the community is amazing. I highly recommend. There will be several episodes documenting this incredible week in the mountains, but I wanted to get this one out just to get that party started before I leave for my cruise. Enjoy! | |||
| Episode 106 - BobbieJoe Derhak doesn't even like to drive that far! | 05 Jul 2024 | 01:54:45 | |
BobbieJoe Derhak is a dear friend, a fellow music lover, ultra runner, and UESCA certified ultra running coach. Here's her story and a bit about her coaching philosophy. It's the first of a series with new or fairly new coaches on the scene. This is not a paid promotion, just using my platform to help good people to help other good people. Hope you enjoy. | |||
| Episode 16 - Blue Ridge Ultra Recap with Coree Woltering and Kelli Littleton | 30 Oct 2022 | 01:17:12 | |
First of a 2-part series recapping the Blue Ridge Ultra, put on by ARGeorgia. Blue Ridge Ultra offers a 50k, 30k, and a 15k in the beautiful Chattahoochee National Forest in North Georgia. It is scenic, challenging, and well organized. This was the site of my first ultra-just 2 years ago and you can tell by this podcast it has impacted my life greatly. In this episode, I speak to Kelli Littleton, 2nd place female, and Coree Woltering, 1st place male and overall champ. They both are incredible athletes, great interviews and amazing humans. I think you will enjoy. | |||
| Episode 15 - Javelina part 2 with Jamil Coury and Mike Melton | 21 Oct 2022 | 01:18:50 | |
This is part two of the Javelina Jundred preview! I have the pleasure of chatting with two really awesome dudes! First, Jamil Coury joins to discuss the history of Aravaipa Running, taking over Javelina in 2008 and evolving into a huge player in the ultra-running community. He discusses all things Javelina, some of his favorite races, and gives a few tips on moving up to the 200's for those interested. Mike Melton joins after that and discusses his history at Javelina and other Aravaipa races, and then just starts freestyling cool stories from his times running, directing, and timing races. These guys make for great ear candy to people like me! | |||
| Episode 14 - Javelina Part 1 with Robin McDearmon and Willem Pennings | 17 Oct 2022 | 01:21:26 | |
This is part 1 of a two-part Javelina Jundred preview series. In this part, Matthew Hoadley, a fellow east coaster, talks about his upcoming race the Womp Romp at Wompatuck State Park south of Boston and then shares his experience as a crew and pacer at Javelina last year. Then special guests from the West Coast, Willem Pennings, and Robin McDearmon share their passion for the Javelina community and the race itself. If it's not already on your radar, I bet it will be after hearing these guys talk. In the next episode, Mike Melton shares his experience as a timer and a runner with this awesome community. He shares the history of Javelina and tons of stories from the many races Mike has either run, timed, directed, etc. | |||
| Episode 13 - Chris Twiggs | 07 Oct 2022 | 00:59:31 | |
Chris Twiggs, chief training officer for Galloway run-walk-run training, as well as an accomplished marathoner and ultra-marathoner. He coaches hundreds to use the run-walk-run method and freely shares his knowledge and experience with us about using the method effectively in ultras. He also discusses his love for Hardrock 100. He is the only Floridian with 16 finishes. Chris's knowledge, experience, and passion for our sport make for a great interview. I am so lucky to get to meet all these incredible humans! | |||
| Episode 12 Sufferfest recap with Laura Bradley, Jamie Saunders, Mike Martinez, and Scott Knapp | 01 Oct 2022 | 02:01:55 | |
This is a long one, with several awesome humans! Section 4 September Sufferfest Recap and special guest Laura Bradley, of Go! Running Tours Florida. She shares her experience at Sufferfest, then a little of her personal running journey as well as her awesome job of conducting running tours all over Tampa/St. Pete area. Then Jamie Saunders, 2nd place overall at the Sufferfest 50k, recaps her race and shares her running story. 1st place male in the 50k, Scott Knapp shares his race experience and running story. Last but not least, RD Mike Martinez discusses recovery month, Runners4Recovery, and his Sufferfest recap. | |||
| Episode 11 - Dedicated to Eliza Fletcher with Ron Eaglin | 18 Sep 2022 | 01:25:32 | |
Episode 11 features 2 awesome guests. First, fellow ultra-runner, adventure racer, and college professor of all things engineering, Ron Eaglin talks about his project to create software and eventual application to help with runner safety. In light of the recent kidnapping and murder of Eliza Fletcher, Ron was inspired to make this his class project this year, so he and a team of intelligent engineering students will be working on a program to make existing applications like Strava, Garmin Connect, etc. more effective in making our fellow runners safer on their early morning and night time runs. | |||
| Episode 10 - Elevated Running and Pacing | 09 Sep 2022 | 00:42:24 | |
This episode is dedicated to Eliza Fletcher and her loved ones. Episode 10 brings to you Kimmie Lynn Blaich and Emmy Burch of Elevated Running and Pacing. They are super passionate, energetic runners, coaches, and pacers and it is obvious from the first sentence! They are raising the bar in the pacing industry for races of many distances. Find out about their awesome company, and you might feel the need to enlist their help in achieving your running goals or if you're an RD, in helping you're runners achieve goals and grow your race's popularity. | |||
| Episode 9 - Bob Becker | 01 Sep 2022 | 01:03:48 | |
Check out this inspirational story of fighting through adversity for 40+ miles of a 135 mile race! Bob Becker, beloved race director, veteran ultra-runner and all around cool guy, shares his story and recaps his incredible experience at Badwater 135 in July. You will not want to miss this one!! | |||
| Episode 8 - River to Sea recap with Special K, Jason Harnum, Maria Urso, Laura Walker, and Jeremi McGee | 28 Aug 2022 | 01:32:07 | |
Finally! The River to Sea 6/12 hour Race Recap episode is here. Special guests Katrina Pelican, Katy Pierce Cook, Jason Harnum, Maria Urso, Laura Walker, and Jeremi McGee share their experiences at River to Sea and give a little bit of their stories. This race is the epitome of running community love. Some people consider short loop races boring or crazy, but there are some upsides. You get to see your people more often! | |||
| Episode 7 - Luis Cocco | 23 Aug 2022 | 00:56:32 | |
Luis Cocco, the Running Ninja joins me to discuss his upcoming Miami 100 ultra, 125 Mile Challenge, and the Ride the Wave 50k. We get carried away and end up discussing many subjects including his Badwater 135 crewing/spectating experience, winning a 100 miler the day after he returns from Death Valley, a podium finish at the tough Trident Ridge to Nowhere 2 weeks later, and all things ultra-running including discussion about his June race, the Miami 50/50. You won't want to miss this one! There may or may not have been a tear shed by me. | |||
| Episode 105 - Western States Preview, Predictions, Whining, and Sharing the love! | 27 Jun 2024 | 00:39:30 | |
The Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run. 100 miles in a day. Where are my heart emojis? This is the super bowl of ultra running for many of us. To me, it is way bigger than the Boston Marathon. I know there are many Boston veterans that will debate that, but this is my opinion. I love the race, the venue, the people with all my heart. I cried many times just walking around and feeling the energy last year. Circumstances forced me to miss it this year, so here's my salute to the greatest weekend in Ultra Running. I hope you enjoy and it inspires a few of you to watch a little more streams and stalk IG a little harder Saturday. Below are links to some awesome videos to watch and get fired up. No particular order. | |||
| Episode 6 - Michael McKnight and Ben Light AZT FKT Challenge | 14 Aug 2022 | 01:04:59 | |
This episode features world class ultra-runners Ben Light and McKnight. They discuss their journeys as endurance athletes and the some of the crazy running challenges they cook up as running buddies. Next up for them is an FKT challenge on the Arizona Trail (800 miles and 100,000' + elevation gain). They have some really cool things they are doing to spice things up including helping out a couple really awesome non-profits. Listen for all the other details! They both are coaches, so they also share awesome tips. | |||
| Episode 5 - Michael Reynolds - 116 marathons - 22 countries | 10 Aug 2022 | 01:28:14 | |
Coaches corner interview with Chris Stangle of RunFluent. Their services include coaching for all types of running and OCR, strength training guidance, nutrition coaching as well as gait analysis. He discusses selecting the right coach, being coachable, and trusting the process. | |||
| Episode 4 Some of my race stories. | 27 Jul 2022 | 01:27:37 | |
This episode is dedicated to my beloved best furry friend, Elvis. He has been my best buddy for 14 years and he will be missed. RIP little buddy. | |||
| Episode 3 Alex Nelson - Western States 1st try, 1 ticket | 20 Jul 2022 | 01:36:15 | |
This week's episode features runner, RD, and all-around great guy Mike Martinez, with Runners4Recovery. He previews his upcoming races down in Florida. Ultra Runner, Alex Nelson shares his story of getting into Western States 2022 with 1 ticket and finishing one of the most epic 100 milers in North America. Coach Nicole Hart from Marathon Training Academy shares a training tip. | |||
| Episode 2 Henry Ward | 10 Jul 2022 | 01:34:42 | |
Miles With Marty is home base for running community love. We talk to the incredible humans that make this community so special. In this episode we have an interview with author, recovering addict/alcoholic, and ultra-runner Henry Ward. He shares his story of running and recovery. Podcaster and RD, Joseph Fuller previews the upcoming Skunk Ape night race 30k as well as discusses his own podcast, Florida Trail Runners. Social Media/website - runningwithoutthedevil.com @henryward3 -- @skunkapeevents @justrunfuller @ftrunnerspodcast | |||
| Episode 1 Lucien Boulet aka Hot Chocolate | 01 Jul 2022 | 01:19:59 | |
Miles With Marty Podcast is home base for running community love. In this episode we have Western States Endurance Run recap, special guest Dawn Lisenby, Florida race director and running coach, discusses her upcoming races and gives a tip on hot weather training and races. Interview with Lucien Boulet, aka Hot Chocolate, discussing his growing up in New York, moving to Florida, taking up ultra-running in his late 30's and becoming an accomplished 100-mile race finisher on all types of terrain. social media - FB - Miles With Marty Podcast, IG - @mileswithmarty; Guests - @chocolatemilez & @runnaturalcoach - Dawn's website - https://eastcoasttrailracing.com | |||
| Episode 104 - Harry Subertas | 26 Jun 2024 | 02:14:39 | |
Harry Subertas was born and raised in Lithuania, which is mostly flat, but he had dreams of climbing mountains. So he made his way eventually to Alaska where he landed a dream job of guiding mountain climbing expeditions. Like for so many of us, Covid affected his livelihood, and he ended up having to do other things and his childhood love for running eventually found its way into his adult life. And wow, he has come a long way in a short time. He is a 2:45 marathoner, so no slouch in the "shorter" races, but seems to have found his groove in the 200+ mile category where he is 3 for 3 with wins. He is a fun guy to get to know, very humble and soft spoken, but confident. He's an easy guy to pull for. Hope you enjoy! | |||
| Episode 103 with Andy Barrett | 22 Jun 2024 | 01:58:32 | |
Andy Barrett is as nice a guy as you will ever meet. My first encounter with him was January 2023 at Long Haul 100 down in Florida. This was at the old location with the 3 out and backs. He was at an aid station on the second leg at the turnaround. I was pacing my buddy Jim Miller. It was well after midnight and freezing cold, but it was the most awesome aid station I had ever experienced up until that point. They really epitomized ultra running community! I had talked with Andy several times about doing a Lake 2 Ocean episode because he loves that race and has done it many times. This year after the 2024 edition it just worked out. He is finishing up training for his 2nd chance at a silver buckle at Western States and had a little time to chat and here it is. Andy is such a kind human and great storyteller, that all I had to do was listen. Hope you enjoy. | |||
| Episode 102 - Bronco Billy | 17 Jun 2024 | 01:57:09 | |
Jeff Browning aka Bronco Billy recently placed second in the Cocodona 250. He lead the race for a lot of miles before a lung condition caused him to slow down drastically losing the lead in the last 5 miles. He shares his experience with this race and many of the others he has run. Jeff is also a very accomplished coach. He has the second most wins in ultras of 100 miles or longer with 30. Just absolute joy to talk to and an honor to share with you. Enjoy! | |||
| Episode 101 - Tony Gadzi and Hungryland | 15 Jun 2024 | 01:42:33 | |
Tony Gadzi is a 20 year old college student from Jersey. I first met him in the middle of the Hungryland 100 down in south Florida. First off, this race is one you would expect to see all the usual suspects (the ones who thrive in difficult conditions) at a Sandspur Ultras race because Mikey Bee (race director) is a bit of a sadist. He doesn't have any easy races. I see this unfamiliar young man and the first time I noticed him he was running barefoot. I introduced myself to him at the end of one of his loops and of course offered him food. He was probably the most polite and respectful person there, lol, with the race photographers, the Krishers a close second. Haha. We all know the entire ultra running community is big on love and respect, so this is grasping at straws but I digress. I wanted/needed to hear his story after meeting him and watching him chip away at this epic challenge without ever showing 1 smidge of doubt. And here it is! I'm happy to share it with you. Enjoy. | |||
| Episode 100!!! - Rachel Entrekin | 07 Jun 2024 | 02:21:12 | |
Episode 100 is here! Thank you so much to the listeners and supporters! Be sure to listen at the beginning for an opportunity to win lots of cool swag such as race entries, t-shirts, and product. I had no idea who I could get to be "the perfect guest" for episode 100. I figured I would just keep talking to awesome humans and the answer would come. Well, that is exactly what happened. First off, she has won her last 11 races. Mostly 100 milers, with a 100k and a 250 miler which was Cocodona last month. So, to say she is a badass ultra runner is an understatement. She was so passionate that her part literally required no editing. I think you will smile a lot as you hear her story. If you or someone you know is a series ultra related corporate sponsor prospect for her, please give this a listen and or share it. Thanks again for your support! Important links below. | |||
| Episode 99 - Running with Simon | 05 Jun 2024 | 01:44:05 | |
Simon Guerard is an experienced ultra runner with around 40 -100 milers or longer under his belt. He started filming his race experiences at some point and has started a YouTube channel called Running with Simon. He does an awesome job recapping races, giving tips, and reviewing the equipment that he uses. He's not biased by corporate sponsors, so his tips come from a neutral viewpoint. He has a great sense of humor. His movies make you smile. I think listening to his story will make you smile. Check it out. Give his YouTube and IG a follow. I think you'll enjoy. | |||
| Episode 98 - Elsa Jaworski | 31 May 2024 | 01:27:29 | |
Elsa Jaworski is such a joy to talk to! She is not interested in being the fastest. She wants running to be fun and bring joy and she does an excellent job at it. She ends up doing pretty well at the fast thing along the way. She had a 2nd place finish at Tahoe 200 last year and top 10 at Cocodona this year. She's got lots of interesting goals in the future, one of which several of my friends have done or are currently planning to do as well. Across Florida 200. She's also a Georgia Bulldog and that's pretty awesome! Give it a listen. I think you will instantly become a fan of Elsa! | |||
| Episode 97 - 100 Miles With Marty Project Finale | 16 May 2024 | 01:36:11 | |
Wow! And just like that the 100 miles with Marty project has come to an end. What an incredible experience it has been for me to witness the journey of three smart, courageous, adventurous, young ladies as they trained their way into being 100 mile ultra finishers! Buckle up! I know their lives will be forever changed by the experience and maybe some physical scars as well, lol, but I feel like I reaped more benefits than they did. I mean, I drew so much inspiration and life lessons from meeting Kelley, Kassy, and Amber and seeing their transformation. Being a 100 mile ultra finisher just gives you a sense of internal strength and confidence that is undeniable. I hope you, the listener, enjoyed their journey as much as me. I present to you the post-race interviews with the runners and their crews. Please give these ladies and their awesome supporters some love for their accomplishments! | |||
| Episode 114 - Immolation Podium Group Therapy | 10 Aug 2024 | 01:46:36 | |
Mikey Bee of Sandspur Ultras has a reputation for inventing crazy hard races in and around Jupiter, Florida to challenge the mind and body. Some may call him sadistic. But one thing's for sure, Mikey is a beloved member of the Florida Ultrarunning Community, and that community really shows up to run and volunteer at his races. The Trident races are the last weekend in July. There are 2 - half marathons, a daytime and nighttime. There's a marathon, a 12-hour version and a 24-hour race. You'll have to listen for the particulars. My guests are 1st overall - Jamie Saunders, 2nd overall - Yianni Babiolakis, 2nd female - Loan Vo, 2nd male - Ramon Palomo, 3rd male - Luke Vidal. What an amazing group of runners! I think you'll enjoy hearing their stories, lessons, least favorite things, most favorite things, training tips, etc. Check it out! | |||
| Episode 96 - Nicole And dogs | 08 May 2024 | 01:50:28 | |
I first encountered Nicole Armbruster on the many out and backs of Long Haul 100 this past January with her unicorn hat and genuine smile, and then a few weeks later at Hungryland 100 where she took 2nd female. She also just won first female at the inaugural SkunkApe 100 a few weeks ago. She is such a passionate and happy runner with an interesting story and just a treat to talk to. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did. I know a lot of us are probably busy obsessing on the Cocodona 250 livestream, I know I am, but it will be over this weekend. Also please support the #walkwithwhit fundraiser for the little girl battling liver cancer. | |||
| Episode 95 - Gene Dykes aka The Ultra Geezer | 05 May 2024 | 01:13:27 | |
Gene Dykes is 76 years old and holds many world records in the Masters and 70+ age groups across a broad range of distances. He's got tons of great stories and some interesting takes on fueling and electrolytes. Hope you enjoy! | |||
| Episode - 94 - Ladies' Ultra-running Round Table | 26 Apr 2024 | 01:39:34 | |
Three badass women of ultra form an experts panel and discuss issues that females deal with at ultramarathons, physically and emotionally. Amy Bukszpan, Lulu Yun Pelz, and Melinda Hooper join me for a nice chat. This turned out to be an eye-opening thing for me. If you know me, you know I am all about this awesome community we have, and growing it, not turning people off. So some of the simple things discussed in how we treat each other can make a difference, also some of the information helps us as men understand that ladies have some challenges that we don't have to face. It says female issues, but I promise it is worthy of a listen to the male runners out there to learn how to be more inclusive and respectful. | |||
| Episode 93 - Flipping the Script with a Chief Ladiga 100 recap | 24 Apr 2024 | 01:35:35 | |
This one makes me a little uncomfortable. For someone who talks as much as me, it's weird, but I don't like to hear myself talk so much. In this episode, 2/3 of my Chief Ladiga 100 crew, and dear friends, Jamie Saunders and Tina Wolfe interview me for a recap of my last race. If you don't like to hear me talk about me, I am perfectly ok if you pass this one by. The interviewers do a fine job. The guest is a little boring. Maybe it will keep you company in some late miles at Bronze Dragonfly or another race. Enjoy! | |||
| Episode 92 - Austin Brennan | 21 Apr 2024 | 01:25:04 | |
Back in March I took a field trip down to South Florida for the Hungryland 100, not to run it, but to do my thing, cook, cheer, hug, eat, hang out, and to grow my circle of ultra-running community family. | |||
| Episode 91 - Howie Stern | 18 Apr 2024 | 01:48:38 | |
Howie Stern is an extremely talented race photographer, an accomplished ultra-runner, and just an all-around passionate, genuine dude that is a huge fan of our sport. I had the honor to discuss many things he has done and witnessed over the years including most recently capturing the iconic shot of one of the greatest moments in ultra-running sports history. If you like passionate people and ultra running and the mountains, you will love Howie. Enjoy. | |||
| Episode 90 - Fixing Feet with Tonya Olson | 05 Apr 2024 | 01:56:19 | |
Tonya Olson literally wrote the book on fixing feet! At least she co-wrote it with her friend and mentor, Jon Vonhoff. If you're an ultra runner, you have probably had problems with losing toenails, blisters, and maceration. I know you are tough and all, but just one of these things in the wrong spot at the wrong time could end your race. And what if it's a race that took you 5 years to get into, or one you spent $8000 on getting you and your crew there? | |||
| Episode 89 - Chris Stayman | 31 Mar 2024 | 01:40:38 | |
Join me for a chat with Chris Stayman from Tennessee. He recently won the Pistol Ultra 100 mile race and set the Tennessee 100 mile record. He's a super cool dude and I think you'll enjoy his story. Check it out. | |||
| Episode 88 - Death at Dupuis with Andrea Mehner | 22 Mar 2024 | 01:09:42 | |
Andrea Mehner is an astronomer of German descent living in Chile. She, of course is also a badass ultrarunner. Join me as I learn her story of growing up on the wrong side of the Berlin wall, witnessing first-hand the wall coming down as a child and then becoming the awesome human that she is today. She is fairly new to the backyard format but has a great future with her base of mental toughness and fitness. Hope you enjoy! | |||
| Episode 87 - Embrace the Pain, Manifest Victory! The 100 miles with Marty project update. | 16 Mar 2024 | 01:14:25 | |
Props to Chris Stangle for the title. The awesome participants of the #100mileswithmartyproject join me for one last chat before their biggest physical challenges of their lives. They are ready and excited to toe the line! Listen in to hear how their training has gon, lessons, learned, etc. Lots of good stuff in here! Big thanks to all the participants, supporters and sponsors! | |||
| Episode 113 - Lauren Klein | 07 Aug 2024 | 01:42:36 | |
Lauren Klein is a UESCA certified ultra-running coach in the Reno, Nevada area. I first heard about her and the excellent crewing and pacing skills she possesses in my interview with Cocodona 250 and Tahoe 200 champ Harry Subertas, her partner. He also mentioned she was a coach which made me curious to hear her story. Coming from the athletic trainer background at the Major League Baseball level gives her a unique perspective on physical ability, injury rehab, and many other important things. I really enjoyed hearing her story and learning a bit about her coaching perspective. Reach out for a consultation if you are interested. | |||
| Episode 86 - Donna 110 Ultra | 10 Mar 2024 | 01:29:21 | |
Join me for a recap of the Donna 110 Ultra with male and female winners Charlie Poblenz and Jamie Saunders. Both pf these folks are super kind and humble humans and just a joy to talk to. Also The Donna Foundation is an awesome organization that has made a tremendous impact in the Jacksonville community. I hope and pray this episode will inspire some of you to join me there as runner, crew, or volunteer there next year! | |||
| Episode 85 - Whitney Dancaster | 04 Mar 2024 | 01:50:15 | |
Episode 85 is dedicated to the memory of Laken Hope Riley, a nursing student that was brutally murdered while out on a run on February 22. Please be vigilant when running alone! It (the episode) features my chat with my Florida friend, Whitney Dancaster. She's a social media influencer, a badass ultra-runner, and an all-around humble and kind soul. It was a real pleasure to get to know her better and talk running and races. I hope you enjoy. | |||
| Episode 84 - Bart Yasso | 22 Feb 2024 | 01:28:29 | |
Enjoy my chat with the mayor of running, Bart Yasso. This position is not elected or self-appointed. It is a term of endearment earned with great admiration and respect of many legends in the sport of running. Bart is the retired chief running officer at Runners World magazine, back when magazines were still a thing. He's run races all around the world on behalf of Runners World and has hundreds of cool stories from it. I have the honor of sharing some of those with you. Enjoy! | |||
| Episode 83 - Teri Swanson and crew | 18 Feb 2024 | 01:39:34 | |
Terri Swanson has completed many marathons, but until recently, never really considered a 100 mile ultra. That is, until she was challenged by the legend, Bob Becker, and she accepted. Terri took on the Daytona 100 ultra. She had an awesome crew, although she didn't know them very well, and she got it done. Here's their story. | |||
| Episode 82 - Sam Atherton conquers! | 01 Feb 2024 | 01:45:28 | |
Join me for a nice chat with fairly new ultrarunner Sam Atherton from Nashville. Back on January 20th, less than a year after his first ultra he toed the line at "The Conquer" which proclaimed by it's RD's as "America's Toughest Ultra". There was a $10,000 cash prize and let's just say he conquered. Sam is a passionate guy about running community and training, so he was a treat to talk to. I think you'll enjoy that and his race recap. | |||
| Episode 81 - John Parker Runs | 28 Jan 2024 | 01:22:11 | |
Get to know speedy and tough runner John Parker. His wins are all on really challenging terrain and conditions, so that speaks a lot about his strengths. I think one of the reasons I love the Florida Ultra Running community is that even though they lack elevation for the most part, they find other ways to make it challenging. I love that. Give it a listen! | |||
| Episode 80 - Enchanted Objects with Patrick Gallagher | 27 Jan 2024 | 01:43:47 | |
"His count of enchanted objects had diminished by one." This is a line from The Great Gatsby. It was also an answer to one of the many questions I asked Patrick. As I told him in the interview, I can't believe I have waited this long to have him as a guest. He's a teacher of 27 years, a "retired" very accomplished ultra runner and coach, and he weaves great motivational sayings and literary quotes throughout his conversation. This makes for a really enjoyable and educational chat. While this is the final installment of my series on backyard ultras, we spend probably less than half the time discussing them. Patrick won the Death at Dupuis a few years ago and at the time his performance put him in a position to represent at Big's Backyard. So, we do discuss those experiences among many other races. We cover his 2 races that he directs, which are Gate 2 Gate and Last of the Felascans and he also shares some great tips for flatlanders looking to do well in mountain races. Check it out. | |||
| Episode 79 - Matt Clapper Backyard Ultras | 22 Jan 2024 | 00:57:18 | |
Join me and previous guest and good friend Matt Clapper. We discuss his awesome performance at Tampa Bay 100 with 2nd overall and then just a couple weeks later followed with a win at Last of the Felascans BYU. Matt is a huge fan of the BYU format. He's very passionate about running, racing, and training. So that makes for fun conversation. Check it out! | |||
| Episode 78 - Marc Burget - 2023 Daytona 100 winner | 21 Jan 2024 | 01:25:07 | |
Enjoy my chat with the winner of December's Daytona 100, Marc Burget. Marc is a cool dude from Jacksonville, Florida and part of the PRS Running Club, which is known for exceptional athletes. He has won races such as Keys 100 and Miami 50/50, he's a Disney nerd, and spends a lot of time there pacing their races as well as enjoying the parks. Also there's a brief recap of the Longhaul 100 and a #100mileswithmartyupdate | |||
| Episode 77 - Britta Devitt - Spinal surgery to 100 miles in less than a year. | 11 Jan 2024 | 01:21:15 | |
Well friends, this is one of my favorite episodes because I love a feel good story. I cry a lot and I am teary typing this because just hearing Britta's voice and the gratitude that she shows by just being able to run inspires me big time. Check out her amazing story and let me know what you think. Best of luck to all you Long Haul runners. Hope to see you and high five you out there. Wait around to Sunday morning and hug me when I finish. | |||