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In this episode, we’re talking with Rachel Doxey, a runner who’s all about the joy, family, and bringing a whole lot of energy to the trails. Rachel has a unique background—she’s got experience in dance, lacrosse, and triathlon before finding her way to trail running.

We discuss how she transitioned from accidentally running a marathon (and qualifying for Boston) to winning her first 50 K, and making trail running a family affair. Rachel’s dad got her into running, and he was there pacing her during the final miles of her first 100-miler at Vermont—a moment she’ll never forget. Her family, along with her trail running friend Abigail West (Hurricane Hundred K Flow Course record holder), has played a massive role in inspiring Rachel’s journey.

She has a style all her own and is bringing it to Hurricane, along with her signature space buns, and we’re pumped to have her join us.

Rachel also works at a craft brewery, and we chat about how she’s living her dream job while finding joy in running and balancing it all.

It’s a fun, inspiring conversation, and we can’t wait for you to hear it!

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Careth Arnold: From Bangkok to the Big Leagues of Ultrarunning

In this episode, we sit down with Careth Arnold, an Altra-sponsored ultrarunner whose path into the sport is anything but typical. Born in Bangkok and now living in Paonia, Colorado, Careth shares how her background in fine arts, life as a mother of two, and deep love for the trails fuel her approach to racing, family, and balance.

We talk about her first-ever trail race win at the Swamp 30K in Florida, how she actually enjoys east coast humidity, and the mindset that’s helped her secure at least six outright wins—beating the entire field, men included. She even treats us to a bit of Thai during the conversation.

Careth also shares the story behind her Golden Ticket at Canyons 100K, her experience at the Western States 100, and her plans to return to the east coast to run in Hurricane, West Virginia—home of the Hurricane Hundred K, a big-time race with small-town feels.

This episode is a fun, thoughtful look at grit, growth, and the beauty of forging your own trail.

Join us for a special live event replay with Dan Green, fresh off his incredible Cocodona 250 win—where he shattered the course record by over an hour on a longer course! Hear the raw, unfiltered stories from Dan and his Dream Team Crew as they relive the highs, lows, laughs, and sleep-deprived miles of this legendary race.Hosted at The Bridge Bistro & Cafe in Hurricane, WV, this standing-room-only event brought together the trail community to celebrate one of West Virginia’s own—and look ahead to the Hurricane Hundred K, where Dan will return to defend his course record and compete for a share of the $10,000 prize purse.🎥 Want to be inspired, entertained, and challenged to go further than you thought possible? Watch the full interview now.🌀 REGISTER for the Hurricane Hundred K and run with legends:https://www.meeksmountaintrails.org/h...🌄 Learn more about Meeks Mountain Trails:https://meeksmountaintrails.org/#DanGreen #Cocodona250 #Ultrarunning #TrailRunning #HurricaneHundredK #DreamTeamCrew #MeeksMountainTrails #LiveEvent #WestVirginiaStrong

In this episode, we’re joined by the rest of Dan Green’s Dream Team Crew—Danny Hayes, Logan Kerby, and Dave Fowler—the crew behind the scenes (and on the trail) of Dan’s epic Cocodona 250 victory.

From crewing mishaps to trailside saves, pacing through the heat and darkness to the now-legendary Bottle Gate, these guys brought grit, humor, and heart to every mile. Part sherpa, part motivator, and part comic relief, they helped carry Dan through 250+ miles of Arizona desert and mountain trail.

You’ll hear about:
🚐 The long hours, trail miles, and aid station improvisation
🥤 The infamous Bottle Gate incident
👣 Pacing Dan through the toughest sections and keeping the finish line in sight
😂 Sleep-deprived laughs, unplanned detours, and the kind of friendship that only forms on trail

It wasn’t flawless—but it was unforgettable. This is what real crewing looks like: imperfect, all-in, and absolutely essential.

🎧 Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the team effort that helped Dan bring home the win.

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Podcast Episode: Big Brother, Big Miles – Fred Green Crewing and Pacing Dan at Cocodona 250

In this special episode, we sit down with Fred Green, big brother to Cocodona 250 champion Dan Green, to hear what it was like crewing, supporting, and ultimately pacing his little brother through the final stretch of his record setting finish.

Fred shares the behind-the-scenes highs and lows of the 250+ mile journey, the emotional weight of watching Dan battle through the Arizona heat and sleep deprivation, and what it meant to take on the final climb up and over Mount Elden, side by side with his brother.

Fred reflects on family, grit, and the bond forged in the dirt, dust, and dark of the Cocodona trail.

🎧 Tune in for a raw, heartfelt look at the power of support, the meaning of brotherhood, and the making of an ultrarunning legend.

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What if stepping into the wild could bring you closer to who you really are?

In this episode, we sit down with Kate Reed and Valerie Hart of Wonder and Grow to explore the inspiration behind the Wild Edge Retreat: An Experience of Growth and Grit. It's happening August 7–10 at Experience Learning, Spruce Knob, WV. This isn't your average retreat—it's an off-grid, immersive journey into nature, stillness, creativity, and deep reconnection.

We talk about the power of unplugging, the wisdom of the land, and what it means to live at the “wild edge”—that sacred space where personal growth meets raw wilderness.

Whether you're craving clarity, creativity, or simply a break from the noise, this conversation will open your heart and stir your curiosity. You’ll hear about the retreat’s origin, the flow of the experience, the types of people it’s perfect for, and why this just might be the reset you didn’t know you needed.

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What does it take to run 250 miles through the Arizona desert?
We sat down with Dan Green and his all-star crew — Ryan “The Original Rambo” Ramsby and Isaac “Stone Cold Trail Killer” Waite — to find out.

In this episode, we talk:

✅ Training for heat, sleep deprivation, and 250 miles of suffering
✅ Crew logistics, spreadsheets, and what really goes down behind the scenes
✅ Personal motivations, mental strategies, and what it means to show up for your people
✅ Plus... expectations, training and trail stories

This is the pre-race deep dive before Dan toes the line at Cocodona 250, and a warm-up for our LIVE EVENT on May 20 at The Bridge in Hurricane!

📅 Save the Date: May 20 – Post-race live show + party

🍻 Food on us. Beer’s on you. Stories guaranteed.

We're back for another edition of the Hurricane Hundred K Runner Profile and Education Series with West Virginian, Anne Tisdell. We sat down with Anne — ultrarunner, coach, and fresh off her WIN at the Arizona Monster 300 — to talk all things endurance, mindset, and the wild journey of running 300+ miles through the desert 🌵🏔️

From race-day highs and gritty lows to coaching insights and what it takes to go really long — this is one episode you don't want to miss.

🎧 Hear about:✅ The Arizona 300 experience
✅ Mental strength and strategy
✅ Coaching the next generation of ultrarunners
✅ And Anne’s upcoming run at the Hurricane Hundred K on Sept. 6!

Join us for an exciting edition of the Hurricane Hundred K Runner Education and Profile Series! We’re pleased to welcome Dr. Ron Otterstetter from the University of Akron's Human Performance Lab and guest host Issac Wait. They will discuss the upcoming Sweat Analysis tests in Hurricane, which will help you explore your unique sweat composition and its impact on your performance.

On January 23rd and 24th, Dr. Otterstetter will bring his lab to our community, providing endurance athletes with easy access to this important test. Don’t miss this chance to learn how understanding your sweat can elevate your performance!

https://runsignup.com/Race/WV/Hurricane/SweatTestwithDrRonOtterstetterPhD

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Dr. Mark Cucuzzella, a leading figure in the fields of medicine and running, is returning for an encore interview for the Hurricane Hundred K Runner Education series. His expertise and exceptional communication skills allow him to bridge the gap between these two worlds, making complex topics understandable for the everyday runner. In this edition, we explore the critical issues of rhabdomyalsis and the latest advancements in high carb fueling for races, topics that are of utmost importance for every runner.