In this episode Ben and Dark Mark discuss recent blunders by Challenge. Then Ben talks with Dr. Adrienne Taren about marijuana as a PED and why your brain actually matters in triathlon. This discussion relates to a hilarious article she wrote for TRStriathlon.com.
Then, Ben and Barrie Shepley break down the ITU season ahead. Topics include Olympic qualifying and whether or not Gwen Jorgensen would be better off losing a race.
Finally, Ben spends an hour talking to Tyler Butterfield about finishing 5th in Kona, life in Bermuda, being a pro cyclist for Slipstream, the culture of doping and much more.
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TRS70 Tyler Butterfield

This 60-90 minute "live-to-tape" podcast features funny and candid interviews, comedy bits and the occasional angry rant. TRS Radio is hosted by Ben Hobbs, Publisher of TRStriathlon.com, the #1 website for truth-seeking triathletes and fans of pro triathlon racing. Ben and co-host, Dark Mark, regularly challenge the establishment as they examine the news and controversy of the week with wit, humor and irreverence. Dark Mark is a legendary joke writer, humorist and proponent of the mustache. Please support the show by visiting patreon.com/trs.

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Aruba was a gong show. Join in on conversations with Aaron Webstey, Dark Mark, Doug MacLean, Brad Williams and AJ Baucco.  Then join the Ben and Ben show, where Ben Hobbs talks with Ben Kanute about nothing among other things. They broke down his 2nd place at Ironman 70.3 Worlds, Olympic dreams versus 70.3 success, and they debated seduction techniques.  Interested in joining our age group team? Visit the TRS Racing -Baucco Squad website.  Sponsors: To receive 10% off of TriRig Omega X brake and/or the amazing Omni bike, visit tririg.com/hobbs. Follow Challenge Aruba on twitter. Check out the website and join us for the race on October 22nd. To enter the contest to win a free room and race entry visit http://www.challenge-aruba.com/winafreetrip.  Follow Castelli Triathlon on Instagram and visit their website to learn more about custom kits for triathlon clubs.  Another great way to support TRS Triathlon and TRS Radio is to use our link when shopping on Amazon. Make this your Amazon bookmark. Thank you!

TRS118 Ben Kanute + Doug MacLean (also Williams & Baucco)

These interviews were recorded face-to-face in Penticton, British Columbia, Canada during the ITU Multisport Festival. First, Ben and Mark talked to the most interesting woman in triathlon, Rachel McBride. They discussed music, fire twirling, sexual health, minimalism and they even touched on triathlon!  Next, Ben and Mark talked with friend of the show and Penticton local legend, Jeff Symonds. He has a new love interest and he's still getting ugly.  Sponsors: To receive 10% off of TriRig Omega X brake and/or the amazing Omni bike, visit tririg.com/hobbs. Follow Challenge Aruba on twitter. Check out the website and join us for the race on October 22nd. To enter the contest to win a free room and race entry visit http://www.challenge-aruba.com/winafreetrip.  Follow Castelli Triathlon on Instagram and visit their website to learn more about custom kits for triathlon clubs.  Another great way to support TRS Triathlon and TRS Radio is to use our link when shopping on Amazon. Make this your Amazon bookmark. Thank you!

TRS116 Rachel McBride + Jeff Symonds

In this episode Ben talks to Dark Mark and Emily Cocks about recent races in Roth and Frankfurt, course cutting, outside assisting, and other triathlon related total bullshit.  Next, Ben talks with long course triathlon's latest star, Lucy Charles. She's gone from marathon swimmer and national swimming champ in the UK to Age Group world champion to professional champion and Kona Qualifier. Hear this breakout performer's story here on TRS Radio. Sponsors: To receive 10% off of TriRig Omega X brake and/or the amazing Omni bike, visit tririg.com/hobbs. Follow Challenge Aruba on twitter. Check out the website and join us for the race on October 22nd. To enter the contest to win a free room and race entry visit http://www.challenge-aruba.com/winafreetrip.  Check out Huub Design on twitter and visit their website for more information about their fantastic line of products. Another great way to support TRS Triathlon and TRS Radio is to use our link when shopping on Amazon. Make this your Amazon bookmark. Thank you!

TRS113 Lucy Charles

In this episode Ben talks with Dave "The Man" Scott about the  Dave Scott Multisport Institute at the Four Seasons, new attitudes about nutrition, his career, athletes today, the state of the sport, and more.  Visit Dave's website and sign up for his newsletter.  Links: Read Road to Valor Ask The Man. Sponsors: Ruster Sports decided to offer 25% off orders of the "Real Woods" Armored Hen House. Use the Coupon Code: triruster.  To receive 10% off of TriRig Omega X brake and/or the amazing Omni bike, visit tririg.com/hobbs. Follow Challenge Aruba on twitter. Check out the website and join us for the race on October 22nd. To enter the contest to win a free room and race entry visit http://www.challenge-aruba.com/winafreetrip.  Follow Castelli Triathlon on Instagram and visit their website to learn more about custom kits for triathlon clubs. Another great way to support TRS Triathlon and TRS Radio is to use our link when shopping on Amazon. Make this your Amazon bookmark. Thank you!

TRS112 Dave Scott

In this episode, Ben catches up with AJ Baucco to discuss Eagleman 70.3, Challenge Aruba, and 2 instances of course cutting over the weekend.  Next, Ben spoke with the new Ironman World Record Holder for fastest time over the distance, Tim Don, about his new approach to the bike, the issue of lead motos, and zeroing in on Kona this year.  Bonus Content: If you want to hear this and other bonus content, please consider becoming a patron. You can also support the show by leaving a glowing iTunes review.  Sponsors: To receive 10% off of TriRig Omega X brake and/or the amazing Omni bike, visit tririg.com/hobbs. Follow Challenge Aruba on twitter. Check out the website and join us for the race on October 22nd. To enter the contest to win a free room and race entry visit http://www.challenge-aruba.com/winafreetrip.  Follow Castelli Triathlon on Instagram and visit their website to learn more about custom kits for triathlon clubs. Another great way to support TRS Triathlon and TRS Radio is to use our link when shopping on Amazon. Make this your Amazon bookmark. Thank you!

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