Jared Beasley (Author: The Endurance Artist) - "There's always going to be a huge backstory to everybody's story."

In this episode of the 'Run Your Story' podcast, Jared Beasley shares his inspiring journey from professional student and actor in Tuscaloosa to prolific writer and ultra runner in New York City.

He discusses his introduction to running, influenced by a unique and authentic Amazon man who motivated him to start.

Jared delves into his experiences with ultra marathons, detailing his encounters with eccentric figures like Al Howie and Lazarus Lake.

He describes Lazarus's unconventional and challenging races, highlighting the spirit of pushing beyond personal limits. Jared also reflects on the intersection of running and writing, offering insights for aspiring writers and runners alike.

Throughout the episode, themes of perseverance, discovery, and community in the ultra-running world are explored.

Jared Beasley - jaredbeasleyny.com


Races Mentioned
New York City Marathon
Impossibility Race
Barkley Marathon
Badwater
Bigg's Backyard Ultramarathon
Backyard Ultra World Team Championship

Shout Outs
Al Howie
Dave Proctor
Frank Shorter
Lazarus Lake
Christopher McDougall
Leonard Martin
Courtney DeWalter
Maggie Gutteral
Harvey Lewis
Meg Edgar