Best Blueblaze Podcasts (2024)

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313: Hamster Wheeling with On the Runs 2:06:06

1h ago2:06:06

2:06:06

The Crew joins forces with On The Runs Podcast's Erika, Eric and First time Ultra TaraDactyl to run a few more loops of the Dumbest Race in New Hampshire! We bring in some graduate level guests including Ultra durable Jennifer Whynot, Fan Favorite A Markus, Slurpee Runner Matt Cooper, Young Gun Roaming Roman Volpe and overall 30 HR race winner and …

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309 Megatrends of Endurance Nutrition with Alex Larson 2:09:59

9d ago2:09:59

2:09:59

Are you tired of bonking, throwing up on yourself and your friends, because you got no fueling plan? In this episode, we discuss with a Certified Nutritionist Alex Larson the fueling megatrends that have contributed to the shit ton of records falling in running, and cycling. How many grams of carbs should you take per hour? Whats up with the new fu…

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311 Fastest Known Mid-state Massive Monster Mesh Patreon Party 1:28:22

22d ago1:28:22

1:28:22

Did Connecticut boycott Midstate Massive? Spooky shit scheduled for Nov 29th in the Meshomasic (Mesh) Forest! Ben Quatromoni takes some time off of Ben Nephew's long standing North South Trail FKT. This episode is a beautiful disaster as Art and Fred payback our Patreons. The rest of the Cultra Crew is on probation... North South Trail FKT Site Big…

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310: Nipmuck Marathon RD's Cherie and Kelsey 1:46:24

1M ago1:46:24

1:46:24

Nipmuck Trail Marathon RD’s Cherie Bilbie and Kelsey Eng join the Cultra Crew as we take deep dive into the 41st edition of one of New Englands most beloved trail races. Jimmy Mac shares what it was like to race in the top ten and arrive at the “Alpacaville” aid station to see AFB and Ding-Dong. We also reveal plans for our upcoming Monster Mesh ni…

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308: Barkley Fall Classic with Lenny’s Mom Jenna Gould 1:30:33

2M ago1:30:33

1:30:33

Lenny’s Mom (Jenna Gould) gives a first hand perspective of what it was like to run and finish the 2024 Barkley Fall Classic! Be prepared to cry as you laugh at the absurd stories of Rat Jaw, Testicle Spectacle, and so much more. She shares details of her exploits in the Chattenooga trail scene after leaving CT. Jenna keeps up with the Crew as this…

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307: Camille Herron and Cultra's Second Biggest Argument Ever 52:48

2M ago52:48

52:48

Not as big as the fight between Evil Becky and Hundo discussing Vermont 100, but this episode gets AFB fired up enough that he hardly lets anyone else speak as he defends Camille and attempts to slay the would be cancel dragons of social media. Honestly hard to watch this happen within our ranks and makes us wonder if the doling of punishment is mo…

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306: The Joy of Socks with Jogology 1:33:05

2M ago1:33:05

1:33:05

Running sock experts Tanya and Bert Pictor share the secrets of fit, wicking, cushioning, materials, and design that go into their Jogology brand socks. After founding and selling off the revolutionary sock brand Balega, this delightful and powerful couple took their industry experience and created a new brand of sock called Jogology. We hear some …

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305 Cross Macedonia Patreon Party 1:17:39

2M ago1:17:39

1:17:39

We talk about Steep Endurance Macedonia Trail Races 50k 25k and 12k. Allegedly some of the sweetest singletrack to be had. Then we dive into the The Cross-Connecticut Run for Mental Health Awareness Then we pay respect to our Patreons with our typical schenanigans and abuse. A fun discussion suited for a long drive or run. Get your official Cultra …

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304: Ask us Anything about Musical Trail Therapy 1:48:59

2M ago1:48:59

1:48:59

Ask us anything and we will Jackass around, but also... provide a explicit and raw unfiltered answer. Trail running or listening to music—can provide comfort, relief, or a sense of well-being. They help you cope with stress, clear your mind, or even provide moments of joy. However, they aren't a structured, professional approach to addressing under…

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303 Jackass News and Beach Reportz 1:46:18

2M ago1:46:18

1:46:18

Oh, snap what's good fam? You got a fully assembled CULTRA news team tonight. Art put the call out, was like “news team assemble” and we were like oh shit who are we fighting? Well, we’re fighting boredom, and this is a 112% Grade A Bonafide Fresh Jackass episode where we go all in on the Patreons as well. We touch on some fairy smut, Leadville and…

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302 How to Run Hundreds of 100s with The Jester 1:45:28

3M ago1:45:28

1:45:28

What does it take to run 100 miles 100 times? How about doing this 300 times? Ed Eddinghausen aka "The Jester" has run distances of 100 miles nearly 300 times and is seeking to break the record for the most 100 mile runs completed in one year. Many of us seek to work out our personal issues as we run. Some fight this battle internally and others se…

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301: Vin Capp Happily Running and Trail Phishing with Jimmy and Phred 1:56:32

3M ago1:56:32

1:56:32

Vin Capp from Happily Running joins Phred and Jimmy Mac (sans AFB and Ding Dong) and they hardly discuss Tesla Hertz Run, Beast of Burden, Shore 2 Shore, Water Gap 50k or Virgil Crest. They do get into a great riff on self reliance, Phish, and the Olympics. Phred speaks so much, and so well in this episode that Cultra management has allegedly insis…

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300: Milestone, Milestone and a Half 1:48:27

3M ago1:48:27

1:48:27

We are 300! He who sweats more in training, bleeds less in war! Cultra celebrates our 300th episode with Ellie Pell so of course we talk about the Olympics! Thank you all so much for making it this far! Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter basic …

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299: Lila Gaudrault and Vermont 100 1:14:30

3M ago1:14:30

1:14:30

Delightful Maine ultra runner Lila Gaudrault joins us to tell how it felt to run 72 miles in 12 hours at Notchview, and a week later run her first ever 100 mile distance as she raced the Vemont 100 securing a tacit 2nd place photo finish. Lila was the ME XC high school champion as a Sophomore and Junior then stepped away from XC in order to choose …

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298 Notchview Afterparty 2:33:30

4M ago2:33:30

2:33:30

Art F Byram and Celeste Fong A Ding Dong are joined by Erika Hamel (On The Runs Podcast) as we recount our 100 mile efforts and speak to several folks fresh off of The Notchvview Ulta including Jessie Makela, Craig "Mommy Craigery" Wallace, Liz "Vicious" Gagon, Amanda Paul, Sandy "Barbells" Bartell, Lee Ann "LAZ" Zarger, Results for Notchview Liste…

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297: Notchview Hot Takes with Evil Becky and the Best Patreon Episode Ever 2:08:28

4M ago2:08:28

2:08:28

Evil Becky Burke joins AFB to recount their Notchview Ultra drama. And then Fred “The Murollovator”, Jimmy “Live Loud” Mac, and Celeste “Walk in closet” Fong-a-Ding-Dong launch into what critics claim is the "...best damn ever..." reading and love/abuse fest of our Patreon Supporters. We are 112% listener supported, so we gave at least that much. R…

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296 Northeastern Western States and Dating Tips for Runners 1:53:00

4M ago1:53:00

1:53:00

Ellie Pell joins Jimmy Mac, Ding Dong, Fredmill, and AFB as we celebrate the Northeastern finishers of Western States, and discuss everything from Ferry Porn, dating apps, short split shorts in popular culture, Ansonia 6 Hour, Van Life, Cascade Lakes Relay, preview of Notchview Ultra, and The USATF Team Trials. Plus our excellent Patreons! Get your…

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295: Chat GPT Vs. The Magic 8 Ball and Western States 1:38:33

5M ago1:38:33

1:38:33

Robb Amatruda AKA @robsroadtoultra joins AFB in a spirited battle of the bots as the Magic 8 Ball takes on Chat GPT. Yeah we also talk about running Norbook Farms by Steep Endurance, and the Brooksvale 12 hour race by Live Loud. We talk about browning out. no not a code brown, but a loss of awareness that can happen at the end of a race. We also ta…

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294 CUT112 After Party 2024 1:42:25

5M ago1:42:25

1:42:25

What in the Blue Blazes is this? Each year in the first weekend of June runners gather to traverse 112 miles along the New England Trail cutting down the middle of Connecticut from the MA border to the Long Island Sound in Guilford. This episode features Chris Bennett, Steve Starke, Fan Favorite Jacki Smith and Celeste Fong as they share their expe…

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293 Cultra Cruel Jewel with Team BJ 2:07:42

5M ago2:07:42

2:07:42

Kristijan Begic AKA "Bessic from the Podcast" joins his trail bro Will Jara, and Cultra's own Jimmy Mac as they give us the stark graduate level inside shit view of the 2024 Cruel Jewel 100. They hung out, ran and got some tats. Lots of knowledge, lots of fun. But don't listen with your kids! Hey sorry this took so long to drop... Cruel Jewel Get y…

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292 3 Days of Cruel Patreon Jackas Sing 1:58:49

6M ago1:58:49

1:58:49

Lets talk 3 Days at the Fair, Cruel Jewel and Patreons, mixed into a Big Jackass burger. Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter basic licker. If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and …

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291 The Engineered Psychology of a Riverlands 100 First Tidd Finisher 1:37:45

6M ago1:37:45

1:37:45

The Pride of Plymouth Andy Tidd, and Riverlands 100 RD’s Mindy Slovinski, and Valerie Abradi join the Crew for a seriously excellent episode. You like Gators, weird shit at night, turner beasts, stories of death and resurrection, first time 100 mile efforts, winners, Plymouth, engineers that engineer shit, Jimmy Macisms, therapists that therapize, …

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290 Blue 2 Blue Squatchin with Kim Levinsky and Lee Davis 1:38:30

6M ago1:38:30

1:38:30

Jimmy Mac Ding Dong and AFB lead a discussion on the Kentucky Derby, Blue 2 Blue 50K, Rock the Ridge, Breakneck Marathon, AND Revel Mountain Marathon and Half. We also talk music, books and movies. Don’t Brush your teeth with A&D Ointment! Blue 2 Blue Challenge Results Sasquad Trail Running Party Revel White Mountains Breakneck Point Rock the Ridge…

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289: Cultra Porta Podcast Famous at Jack Bristol Lake Waramaug Ultras 2:13:45

7M ago2:13:45

2:13:45

After an amazing Cultra classic cold opening, Jimmy Mac, Ding Dong, and AFB try really hard to stay on topic, but end up talking way too much about trashy novels, L. Ron Hubbard, palm personal lubricants, and the showing of tattoos. We do spend time ruminating about the oldest 100K in the USA, The Jack Bristol Lake Waramaug 100K, and the amazing fo…

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288 Living Loud and Evil in Boulder with Jimmy Mac, Evil Becky, and Ellie Pell 2:21:22

7M ago2:21:22

2:21:22

The Cultra band gets back together again! Evil Becky, Jimmy Mac, Phred, Ding Dong, Gazellie, and AFB join together to talk about keeping up with Boulder, library cards, “hand games with children”, and Lake Waramaug, although this is released too late… Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick By…

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287: Ulmstead Traprock and Ellie Pell 1:58:32

7M ago1:58:32

1:58:32

WTF? Are we finally making that ice cream flavor you always wanted? No, but we get the haps on Umstead 100 and Traprock 17K and 50K which are exciting runs. And we get the latest from Ellie Pell too, who allegedly has a good shot at making the US Olympic Barrel throwing team. And we get ready for our AS at Jack Bristol Lake Waramaug this weekend. D…

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286 Hoppin Patreons Dealing with Natural Tattoo Disasters 1:23:46

7M ago1:23:46

1:23:46

The Crew spends some time abusing our Patreons, and discussing the erosion issues facing the finish line of the CUT112. We also recap the Hoppin Hodges and give a preview of Traprock 50K. But we are not going to talk about Ulmstead 100, or tattoo conventions so don't even ask! Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our sto…

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285 HOKA Reach Around Technology Explained 2:18:58

8M ago2:18:58

2:18:58

Antonio Tovar is a Field Experience Representative for HOKA and he joined Connecticut's #1 Running Instagram poster and coincidental HOKA super fan Runner Rob @Robsroadtoultra Amatruda, Phred and AFB as we tear a wide gaping hole in everything you ever thought about running shoes. Tovar is a wealth of shoe knowledge and he is not afraid to talk shi…

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284: DNF Rising From the Ashes- Meet the Authors 2:43:59

8M ago2:43:59

2:43:59

DNF: Rising From the Ashes is a compilation of stories by runners, for runners, about the heartbreak and redemption of a "Did Not Finish" race result. In a collection of heartfelt stories, these endurance athletes share their experiences, feelings, and lessons learned through failure. We have a chance to meet 12 of the contributing authors who each…

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283 Crewing The CUT112 1:30:55

8M ago1:30:55

1:30:55

The Connecticut Ultra Traverse (CUT) is a point to point trail running event with two options: 112 Miles, or 50 Mile. The #CUT112 is a 112 mile trail running event following the Blue Blazes of the New England Trail (NET) from the MA-CT border to the Long Island Sound in Guilford, CT starting at 8:00AM on Friday May 31, 2024 . This Episode features …

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282 Coree Woltering on The Move 1:32:20

8M ago1:32:20

1:32:20

Coree Woltering is a professional trail runner, known for his ultra running Speedo, his Eco Challenge effort and many other things related to running including putting up the supported fastest known time (FKT) of 21 days, 13 hours, and 35 minutes on Wisconsin’s 1,147-mile Ice Age Trail in 2020. We talk about the expectations that others have occasi…

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281: The Five Truths of Trail Running 1:35:47

8M ago1:35:47

1:35:47

OK so perhaps they are not the only truths, but they do seem to check out. What is the Love Trails Fesival? AFB and Phred discuss CUT112, Hoppin Hodges 50K, and more. We also talk Lululemon and Camile Heron as she breaks just about everything! And we double down with our Patreons too! 5 Things i Still Beleive Are True About Ultra running Love Trail…

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280: Dr. Jim Keane Boston Bulldogs and the Profound Satisfaction of Service 1:43:32

9M ago1:43:32

1:43:32

Dr. Jim Keane joins the Cultra Crew for an emotionally hard hitting, thought provoking, profound episode about life, the universe and everything. Phred, and his cat make a ruling declaring that Jim is the official winner of the 6 month guest contest. In addition to discussing the nature of addiction in all its forms, we discuss the impact of techno…

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279 Colchester Double Half Marathon Port-A-John Patreons 1:45:22

9M ago1:45:22

1:45:22

Lot of Jackassing around on this episode where we review the Colechester Double half Marathons, Hoppin Hodges 50K, Lake Waramaug 100K, and review plans for the Connecticut Ultra Traverse #CUT112 and hear about Becky's new friend she met at the Port-a-John. We also bring you up to date on the latest from our Patreons. Please excuse AFB's bad microph…

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278 Henry Ward Runs the Quad Boston Without the Devil 1:54:14

9M ago1:54:14

1:54:14

Ultra Runner, author, recovering addict and father Henry Ward shares his many inspiring life journeys that have taken him on a road that ultimately led to helping others. We dig deep on what it means to be in the moment and do hard things in life. Running Without The Devil: How an alcoholic and addict used running to battle his addiction and how yo…

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277 Anchor Down cUltra with RD Jason Paganelli 2:10:14

9M ago2:10:14

2:10:14

It is the hottest day of the year, the humidity is up, and the unapologetically tough Anchor Down Ultra is in full form. Rhode Islands favorite ultra RD Jay Paganelli joins the full Cultra Crew for a fun filled episode. We talk about the challenges of having a race that is in high demand, and how to manage an entry process. We also get perspective …

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276 Pregnancy Childbirth and the Challenges of Being an Ultra Mom with Laura Becker 59:45

9M ago59:45

59:45

The one and only Laura Becker joins Becky and Celeste to share her experience balancing new motherhood and being an ultra runner and triathlete. We discuss the joys and struggles, the successes and failures, and the importance of supportive networks. Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byr…

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275 The Patreon Trials 1:28:34

10M ago1:28:34

1:28:34

Just when you thought it was safe to listen with your kids, The Cultra Crew got together to celebrate everything Patreon. We may have also discussed the US Olympic Marathon Trials. Be warned, there are occasional nuggets of ultra running knowledge that got mixed into the batter of this giant shit cake, but mostly it’s just a feel good running over …

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274 Catra Corbett Ultra Running with Dogs and Grieving 2:14:03

10M ago2:14:03

2:14:03

Author and Ultra Running Legend Catra Corbett has run over 100, 100 mile races, has run over 30, 200 mile runs. In addition to these challenges, she has faced many other life challenges including addiction, abuse, and the untimely death of her father when she was 17 years old. Her running companions include runners of all ages and abilities both tw…

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273 Self Compassion and SAD 1:49:59

10M ago1:49:59

1:49:59

How are you feeling? Sometimes it seems like the sun just aint shining anywhere nearby. This time of year lots of us get a little dark. The Crew shares how they deal with post holiday blues, family triggers, rainy running weather, and our inner voice. We talk about the importance of making face to face connections and reaching out to friends and ot…

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272 Patreons Only Happy New Gear Exclusive 1:28:44

11M ago1:28:44

1:28:44

We are 5 years old, and we still cant wipe our own ass. Butt we dont let that stop us from having a good time. Before launching into exclusive Patreon updates we talk about UTMB Ironman Ultra running and yes our excellent trail running community. Thanks to a great article by MassUltra and Chris Wristen for reminding us that we (you) do in fact cont…

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271 First Time 100 Miler Sophia Lauren 1:18:04

11M ago1:18:04

1:18:04

“Sophia” Lauren Edelman shares what it was like to run over 100 miles for the first time! Although it was not a race, she gathered a group of friends to support her (support is good) as she ran through one of the longest nights of the year on the QT 104 course. What do you do when the night keeps going on for 15 hours? Tune in to find out. Get your…

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270 High Fives and Good Vibes with Maurice Marathon Panda Lowman 1:36:31

11M ago1:36:31

1:36:31

The Cultra Crew welcomes one of New England’s local legends, Maurice Lowman, AKA Marathon Panda and take a deep dive into the meaning of life, recovery from substance abuse, and the powerful influence of running. This is a special, heartfelt-intense episode about how to keep hope alive and maintain a positive mental attitude. Cultra Karaoke time! S…

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269: Off Track Club Taco Trials 1:27:51

12M ago1:27:51

1:27:51

Welcome to the Off Track Running Club! 10 Miles, 10 Tacos but you just gotta kep them down! We take a look at the CT Trail Mixers Taco Trials race, and a lot of other things too. This episode has something for everyone to take in, but you just gotta keep it down. We get off track but we stay in the stadium and eventually find our way back. Along th…

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268: Patreon Only Facial Hair Episode 1:47:32

12M ago1:47:32

1:47:32

This episode is a simple reading of the list of Patreon Names. So why does it take almost 2 hours? We hope you enjoy this new deep dive Patreon focused format, which we plan on dropping once a month. Want to know what is happening in this community? This is the episode to find out. And whats with Evil Becky's Beard? Get your official Cultra Clothes…

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267: 112 More Reasons to be Thankful with Albertstar Galactica 55:35

12M ago55:35

55:35

This episode will leave you laughing and feeling grateful as Evil Becky and Celeste Fong ADD catch up with fashion icon Albert James Galatan! You will feel better and thank us later! Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter basic licker. If you lick …

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266: 112 Reasons to be Thankful with Jamie and Tarts 1:38:36

12M ago1:38:36

1:38:36

Cultra Personalities Jamie McCusker and Robert "Tarts" Jeffers join Evil Becky and Celeste Fong ADD, in a heartwarming conversation about the trail running community. Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter basic licker. If you lick us, we will most…

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265 Sesquipedalian Questions APE Style 1:51:46

12M ago1:51:46

1:51:46

If you are looking for a typical running podcast episode, this is not it. After a quick review of the Fall Fling 400 hour race, and the Know Your Pace Race, Art, Phred, and Ellie (APE) take a look at the meaning of life, body image issues, getting old, colonizing Mars, redesigning high school to meet life, and we try to figure out what Sesquipedali…

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264: Maine Runners of Stone Cat 2:08:37

1y ago2:08:37

2:08:37

Your in MAINE now, so you better shape up, lest we get some Gators on you! Chomp! Chomp! Stone Cat is back!! The Crew gets to hang out with four awesome people from Maine! Trail Monsters Running Club founder Ian Parlin tells us what it was like to run Stone Cat 50 Mile back in '07 and what is it like now. We also learn about the no nonsense service…

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263: Hamsterwheel Scrabble 2:14:54

1y ago2:14:54

2:14:54

5 Letter word for 100 mile finisher? After an eclectic childhood that included competing in the Scrabble World Championships, New Hampshires' KAREN Clark scores her first 100 mile finish at Hamsterwheel! CT Trailmixers founder Michael LoPresti runs 124 miles in 30 hours, after undergoing heart surgery. We talk about life's cross roads in this episo…

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