
The Steep Stuff Podcast
Welcome to the Steep Stuff Podcast, your source for all things Sub-Ultra Mountain Running
Episodes
209 episodes
#121 - Anton Krupicka
Ever wonder how a mountain runner's motivations evolve over decades in the sport? Anton Krupicka opens up about his remarkable journey from Nebraska ranch kid to ultrarunning legend in this captivating conversation recorded live at La Sportiva ...
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Season 1
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Episode 121
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56:25

#120 - Benjamin Townsend
Balancing on the knife edge between breakthrough performance and burnout, Benjamin Townsend takes us behind the scenes of his remarkable season traversing continents in pursuit of skyrunning glory. From the humid jungles of Malaysia to the tech...
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Episode 120
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1:13:39

Join us Thursday Sept 11th for a Live Pod with Anton Krupicka
Join us Thursday Sept 11th for a Live Pod with Anton Krupicka at the La Sportiva Flagship store in Boulder, Colorado When - Thursday September 11thWhat - Group Run & Live Podcast with Anton KrupickaTiming - Group R...
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#119 - Abby Stone
Meet Abby Stone, a 19-year-old trail running phenom who's rewriting the traditional path to mountain running success. After placing 19th at the prestigious Broken Arrow Skyrace 23K in her first-ever trail race, Abby made the bold decision to le...
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Episode 119
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46:36

#118 - Addison Smith
What happens when an elite trail runner must quickly transition from racing a grueling mountain ultramarathon to coaching other athletes through their own epic challenges? Addison Smith lives this reality, and in our captivating conversation, h...
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Episode 118
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1:07:47

#117 - Adam Loomis
When a Nordic Combined athlete transitions to mountain running, the results can be remarkable. Adam Loomis brings unique insights from his years as a national team ski jumper and cross-country skier to the challenging world of technical mountai...
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Episode 117
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1:02:38

#116 - Nicholas Turco
Dive into the remarkable dual journey of Nicholas Turco, who seamlessly navigates the demanding worlds of elite trail running and international diplomacy. As one of only three American men invited to the prestigious Golden Trail World Series Fi...
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Season 1
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Episode 116
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1:07:26
#115 - Michael Earnhart
Bronze medal Nordic skier Michael Earnhart opens up about the fascinating overlap between skiing and trail running, revealing why skiers consistently dominate mountain races despite minimal running-specific training. His journey from a young Al...
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Season 1
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Episode 115
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45:19

#114 - Matt Daniels
Matt Daniels opens up about his journey through the highs and lows of professional trail running in this wide-ranging, candid conversation. After battling significant health issues from mold exposure while simultaneously going through a divorce...
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Season 1
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Episode 114
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58:53

UTMB OCC & Some ETC Race Preview with Teddy Tonelli
Get ready for an exhilarating UTMB OCC race preview that blends expert analysis with laugh-out-loud banter! James Lariello teams up with Teddy Tonelli from the Chasing Trail podcast to break down this iconic 55K mountain race that features over...
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#113 - Liam Meirow
Ever wonder what happens when one of America's most talented track athletes fully commits to the trails? Liam Meirow joins us fresh off his win at the Y East Trail Fest 28K to share exactly that journey.Growing up in Summit County, Colo...
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Season 1
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Episode 113
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1:15:10

Special Announcement - Live Podcast at the La Sportiva Summer Run Series
Special Announcement - Live Podcast at the La Sportiva Summer Run Series with Special Guest - Anton KrupickaRSVP will be going live soon, so mark your calendars ! When : Thursday, September 11th Where: La Sportiva...
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#112 - Jane Maus
Jane Maus' trail running journey embodies perseverance against formidable odds. After multiple extended injury layoffs that nearly ended her running career, she's emerged as one of America's premier mountain athletes. Her remarkable comeback cu...
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Episode 112
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37:10

The State of Sub Ultra Part 2, with Emkay Sullivan & Dani Moreno
Two of trail running's most beloved podcasts collide in this dynamic exploration of the sport's evolution, challenges, and future. The hosts of SubHub and Steep Stuff dive deep into trail running's identity crisis, debating whether "short trail...
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Announcing a Collaboration Episode Between the Sub Hub Podcast & The Steep Stuff !
Announcing a Collaboration Episode Between the Sub Hub Podcast & The Steep Stuff ! Dropping tonight at 11pm MST - we will be releasing a "State of Sub Ultra" episode ! Part 1 will be available on the Sub Hub Podcast and Part 2 will be avail...
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#111 - Sarah Kushner
Sarah Kushner captivates listeners with her remarkable journey from childhood jogs through Garden of the Gods to becoming the 2024 Pikes Peak Marathon Champion. With disarming honesty and warmth, she reveals how walking on to Baylor University'...
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Season 1
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Episode 111
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58:04

Sierre Zinal Race Preview with Bailey Kowalczyk
Nestled in the Swiss Alps, Sierre-Zinal stands as perhaps the most competitive short trail race on the planet. It's the place where mountain running meets marathon speed in a showcase of pure athletic brilliance. To help break down this iconic ...
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#110 - Grant Colligan
Grant Colligan sits down with the Steep Stuff podcast to share his fascinating journey from Michigan flatlands to Colorado mountain peaks. Despite growing up in the Midwest without access to mountains, Grant developed into an elite trail runner...
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Season 1
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Episode 110
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1:00:05

#109 - Courtney Coppinger
What happens when an elite athlete rejects pressure and runs purely for joy? Courtney Coppinger's remarkable transformation from burned-out track star to trail running standout offers a blueprint for finding success through authenticity and bou...
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Season 1
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Episode 109
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1:11:08

#108 - Sarah Carter
From collegiate rejection to trail running triumph, Sarah Carter's story is one of extraordinary resilience and self-discovery. After being cut from her university team and told she lacked potential, Sarah transferred to Colorado State Universi...
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Season 1
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Episode 108
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1:15:47

Lindsay Allison & Ryan Becker| Speedgoat 50K Pre Race Interview
Ryan Becker and Lindsay Allison join the Steep Stuff Podcast fresh off their selection to the US Trail Running World Championship team, bringing listeners a candid glimpse into the realities of high-level mountain running while balancing demand...
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Scott Klingonsmith | Speedgoat 50K Pre Race Interview
Meet Scott Klingonsmith, a rising star in the mountain running scene who's ready to take on one of America's most challenging ultramarathons. At just 20 years old, this Utah-based athlete brings fresh energy and strategic thinking to the grueli...
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Robyn Lesh | Speedgoat 50K Pre Race Interview
From defending 28K champion to 50K challenger, Robin Lesch brings her trademark consistency and strategic approach to this year's Speedgoat 50K. The mountain ultrarunner from Durango shares a refreshingly honest assessment of her racing philoso...
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Speedgoat 50K Race Companion
The legendary Speedgoat 50k isn't just another mountain race—it's a brutal test of endurance that has humbled even the sport's greatest athletes. With 11,400 feet of climbing packed into 31 miles at altitudes reaching 11,000 feet, this Karl Mel...
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#107 - Alexa Aragon
Welcome to a captivating conversation with Alexa Aragon, the rising trail running star who's taken the mountain running scene by storm. With remarkable top-10 finishes at the Broken Arrow Sky Race, Sunapee Scramble, and most recently, a second-...
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Season 1
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Episode 107
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