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Big Ass Runner Trail Running Podcast
We entertain and encourage everyday trail runners and ultra trail runners all over the world who are out there getting it done! Whether you're on a 5K a day streak, training for a race, or even exploring the idea of trail running, we are here to celebrate you and the amazing community and culture. Join us - we laugh a bunch and have a lot of fun.
Episodes
191 episodes
Reaching the Finish Line (feat. the Herd)
Well, we've reached the finish line. Episode 190 is the final episode of the Big Ass Runner Trail Running Podcast. In this final episode, we feature the Herd. You get to hear from many of the amazing people that make up this g...
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The Next to Last Aid Station (feat. Steven Pritt, Marcie Bazor, and Timmy Time)
We celebrate our second to last episode by bringing you a very special edition of the show. All four of the original Big Ass Runner Crew share their memories, experiences, and stories from the last four years.Join us as we sit aro...
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Season 4
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Episode 189
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1:06:20
A Big Ass Announcement & Chatting with Podcasting Friends
We start Episode 188 with a Big Ass Announcement you don't want to miss.And then gather with some of our awesome podcasting friends. What's the Big Ass Announcement and who are our podcasting friends?Find out on Episode 18...
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Season 4
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Episode 188
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1:04:01
The 2024 HOKA Bandera Recap
Get the behind-the-scenes recap of the 2024 HOKA Bandera Endurance Trail Race from the infamous Chapas Aid Station. You'll hear from some of the folks serving at the aid station, as well as a summary of the race itself. And possibly...
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Season 4
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Episode 187
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32:31
Ultra Running for Normal People with Sid Garza-Hillman
We are all about the every day runner, and this week we get to talk to author, coach, race director Sid Garza-Hillman about his new book, Ultra Running for Normal People: Life Lessons Learned On and Off the Trail. We dive into a few of th...
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Season 4
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Episode 186
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43:58
Two Films You Don't Want to Miss
When we come across great films we know the Big Ass Runner Herd would enjoy, we must pass them along.Both films are must-see. The first, a fantastic ultra marathon documentary surrounding one of the top races in our sport. T...
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Season 4
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Episode 185
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36:06
Trail Running Christmas List & How to Attack New Year's Resolutions
We're back and it's a new year! We start by talking about what was on everyone's trail running Christmas list. And find out it Santa was good to the Big Ass Runner Herd or not?With a New Year comes resolutions, or as we pref...
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Season 4
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Episode 184
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34:48
The Inside Story on a Last Man Standing (feat. Hayden Harrell)
Have you considered racing in a Last Man Standing? Curious how they differ from other trail races? We invite Hayden Harrell into the Big Ass Runner studio to get the inside scoop into his first Last Man Standing. You'll learn...
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Season 4
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Episode 183
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37:36
A Real Wedding Story & Going Back to the Very Beginning
El Jefé shares the story of his daughter's wedding - did it go over well or was it totally wheels off? And shares five ways weddings are like trail races. See if you agree and hear some secret audio of the big day.And in seg...
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Season 3
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Episode 182
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59:18
The Ideal Morning Routine & Getting Your Legs Vert Ready
We asked the Big Ass Runner Herd what their idea morning routine is, and they didn't disappoint. Get inspired by the Herd and getting your day started off right as you try to become the best trail runner you can be. We'll also hear ...
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Season 3
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Episode 181
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37:30
Do Saunas Help Trail Runners & A New Trail Running Season (feat. Rick Bonam)
Do you bio-hack? What does that even mean? Where does sauna fit, what are the benefits, and what does the science say? We dig into this topic, and find out if Jefé made the plunge into sauna. And we talk a lot ab...
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Season 3
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Episode 180
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39:24
Great Trail Race Options for 2024 & A Lake Murray Recap
If you're looking to add to your racing calendar in 2024, Jeff shares four great races to consider. Will you join the Big Ass Runner crew at any of them? Which is your favorite?And while Jeff missed the Lake Murray endurance...
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Season 3
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Episode 179
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36:46
Dealing with a Devastating Loss (A Special Episode)
Jeff opens up about a profound loss within his extended family, delving into the lessons he's gaining from this challenging experience.Life is a journey of peaks and valleys, marked by inevitable losses that touch us all. Navigating thes...
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Season 3
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Episode 178
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25:08
My First Trail Race (feat. Johnny Wise) & The Big Difference: Trail vs. Ironman
The Wise Runner, Johnny Wise, gives us his account of his first trail race. This road runner ventures on the trail and shares his perspective on how it went, and what the differences are.And in segment two, we venture to Tempe, Ar...
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Season 3
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Episode 177
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57:42
Steven's New Ass Stuff is Back! & A Scary Story You Won't Believe
Looking for cool trail running gear ideas - you're in luck! Steven's New Ass Stuff is back with six amazing "stuff" ideas. From $6 to $100 and everything in between. You don't want to miss it.And we bring you a very sc...
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Season 3
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Episode 176
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1:01:11
A Shocking Development (feat. Steven Pritt) & A Scary Story (feat. Kristin Giddens)
Steven Pritt joins us for a shocking development and some breaking news. You may be very surprised by this decision. It might get your heart rate going and make you want to try out some new technology.And we continue bringin...
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Season 3
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Episode 175
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43:34
Love Never Ends Recap & A Scary Story (feat. Ashley Dustine)
The Love Never Ends trail race was last weekend, and Jeff recaps the event with some awesome audio interviews taken from the course. You'll love this sneak peek into the race and feel the power of the trail running community coming togeth...
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Season 3
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Episode 174
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39:45
A Huge Controversy (feat. Steven Pritt) & #1 Response from Non Runners (feat. The Herd)
Steven Pritt joins us to talk about a big, hairy, audacious topic which overwhelms all of us this time of year. Which side of this controversy do you sit on? Find out in segment one.And in segment two, we find out what are ...
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Season 3
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Episode 173
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39:02
A Good Running Mindset (feat. Steven Pritt) & What To Do When Motivation Dips
Big News: Steven Pritt returns to the show to talk about a framework that helps you set a good racing mindset. It's a framework he learned from the great Lucy Bartholomew @Lucy_bartholomew and follows three C's - confident, curious, and c...
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Season 3
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Episode 172
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40:40
How to Know When to DNF & Exclusive Timmy Time Love Songs
DNF tends to be a four-letter word for trail and ultra runners. But why? And should it be? We dive deep into this topic. Jeff shares his thoughts, and the Big Ass Runner Herd chimes in as well. What are your thoughts on ...
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Season 3
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Episode 171
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51:49
Inside the Herd (feat. Brandon Hurst) & Big Learnings from the Six-O Trail Race
One of our favorites segments, Inside the Herd, is back! Get to know Brandon Hurst as he talks about how he found the trails, and what amazing organization he supports to help others around the world. And after over a year aw...
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Season 3
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Episode 170
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49:00
The Barkley Fall Classic (feat. John Calabrese) & Ask Jefé Anything
What is the Barkley Fall Classic, and how does it differ from the Barkley Marathons? We get the scoop from John Calabrese, who has done the Fall Classic four times and is about to attempt his 5th. What is the race like, and ho...
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Season 3
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Episode 169
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1:01:15
Why I Run (feat. Kathryn Hillier) & Power of Training Together (feat. Matt Eby & Erin Barrett)
One of our most popular segments, Why I Run, is back! Hear Kathryn Hillier talk about her powerful why, and how the trail running community plays such a big role.And in segment two, Herd members and life partners Matt Eby and Erin...
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Season 3
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Episode 168
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47:48
The Why Behind the Mid-State Mile (feat. Jon Cox) & Ask Marcie Bazor
Just.One.Mile. We talked about the documentary of the Mid-State mile a few episodes ago, and Asst. Race Director Jon Cox joins us to share how the race got started and what successes and failures he's observed the last four years. You'll ...
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Season 3
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Episode 167
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1:12:32
Coaching Corral: Why Hill Training Is So Important & Timmy Time is Back!
We talk a lot about building our aerobic base, and why that is so important, but don't talk as much about hill training. Well in segment one, the coaches dive into that topic and you may be surprised to learn all the benefits of hill trai...
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Season 3
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Episode 166
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53:16