Episodes

  • Steve Aderholt - Modern Day Large Scale Event Director and the man who makes the Cocodona 250 come to life

    Steve Aderholt - Modern Day Large Scale Event Director and the man who makes the Cocodona 250 come to life
    Aug 31 2024
    In this episode AJW sits down with veteran ultrarunner and Cocodona 250 Race Director to learn about his background in running and event production as well as the unique challenges and opportunities of directing North America's most prestigious 200+ mile race. Learn all about the Cocodona 250 here https://cocodona.com/
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    56 mins
  • Callie Vinson - The Long and Winding Road to a 200+ Mile finish and her extraordinarily inspiring personal story.

    Callie Vinson - The Long and Winding Road to a 200+ Mile finish and her extraordinarily inspiring personal story.
    Aug 24 2024
    In this episode AJW chats with Arizona ultrarunner Callie Vinson to discuss her journey to 200+ mile success as well as her incredibly inspiring story of personal triumph. Follow Callie on Instagram @callievinsonn
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    53 mins
  • David Roche - Chasing down the ghost of Matt Carpenter at the Leadville 100

    David Roche - Chasing down the ghost of Matt Carpenter at the Leadville 100
    Aug 22 2024
    In this special episode AJW cracks a brew with David Roche a few days after his historic course record performance at the Leadville 100. In a wide ranging discussion they discuss the history of the race, David's training plan, his nutrition strategy and his flawless race day execution. Follow David on instagram @mountainroche Read Matt Carpenter's report on his 2005 Leadville finish here.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Don Freeman: His relationship with the 200 mile distance, longevity in the sport, and what it means to be a podcast pioneer

    Don Freeman: His relationship with the 200 mile distance, longevity in the sport, and what it means to be a podcast pioneer
    Aug 17 2024
    In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Don Freeman, a veteran of over 50 ultras including a handful of 200 milers, to discuss the mysterious 200 mile distance, his thoughts on the evolution of the sport, and his "other" career as a pioneer podcaster with Trail Runner Nation. Follow Don on instagram @trailrunnernation and visit the extensive podcast archives of Trail Runner Nation at trailrunnernation.com
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    55 mins
  • Mike McKnight: Transitioning to 200+ mile races, the mystique of Cocodona and his exciting plans for 2025.

    Mike McKnight: Transitioning to 200+ mile races, the mystique of Cocodona and his exciting plans for 2025.
    Aug 10 2024
    In this episode AJW cracks a brew with veteran 200 mile runner Mike McKnight to learn more about his transition to 200 milers, his thoughts on the mystique of Arizona's Cocodona 250, and his exciting plans for the 2025 season. Follow Mike on instagram @thelowcarbrunner
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    50 mins
  • Mika Thewes: The "Art" of Running, Dealing with Adversity on the Run, and her 200 Mile Fascination.

    Mika Thewes: The "Art" of Running, Dealing with Adversity on the Run, and her 200 Mile Fascination.
    Aug 3 2024
    In this episode AJW cracks a brew with accomplished 200 mile runner and artist Mika Thewes. They discuss her background as an art student ot Rhode Island School of Design, her passion for running really long distances, and her extraordinary experience at the 2024 Cocodona 250. Follow Mika on Instagram @sugarcrashvegan
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    58 mins
  • Rachel Entrekin: Fixed Time Events vs Long Trail Races, her Cocodona Experience and thoughts about the future of super long races.

    Rachel Entrekin: Fixed Time Events vs Long Trail Races, her Cocodona Experience and thoughts about the future of super long races.
    Jul 27 2024

    In this episode AJW cracks a brew with 2024 Cocodona 250 winner Rachel Entrekin. Along the way they discuss her introduction into the sport, the differences between fixed time events and long trail races, her Cocodona experience and some thoughts about the future of super long runs.

    You can read Rachel's blog: Another dumb running blog – y'all welcome (wordpress.com)

    Support Rachel's GoFundMe: Fundraiser by Rachel Entrekin : Apparently, running is expensive (gofundme.com)

    Follow her on instagram at @rachel__entrekin

    And, learn more about Tepache. TEPACHE: A Modern Mexican Soda made from fresh pineapples! – De La Calle - Tepache)
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    52 mins
  • Jeff Garmire: Thru Hiking, FKTs, and the 200 Mile Phenomenon

    Jeff Garmire: Thru Hiking, FKTs, and the 200 Mile Phenomenon
    Jul 20 2024
    In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Jeff Garmire, an incredibly accomplished mountain athlete from Montana who successfully blurs the lines between thru hiking, FKTs and Ultramarathons. Follow Jeff here to read all about the new race he is putting on, his book, his film, and all of his adventures: Twitter Facebook Instagram
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    48 mins