I had a really fun chat with Nicole Coccia!  35 year old mother of 7, less than 2 years into her ultra-running career and 4/5 on victories.  Not a bad start.  Nicole has wins at Keys 100, Daytona 100, Long Haul 100, and Tik Tok 12 hour.  Her only other ultra was a 4th at Blood Rock 100 and there's a story.  She comes from a sales background, so she's not shy and doesn't lack confidence.  Great tools for the perfect podcast guest.  Enjoy and wish her luck at The Raven!!

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Marie Torres affectionately known as Ruth Pearl just finished her first 100 miler at Long Haul, last weekend.  She had a DNF last year at 75ish miles and while she did get sweet redemption, it was way more than that.  Hear it from her.  Enjoy and share.

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Cody Poskin is a 24 year old ultrarunner from St. Louis, Missouri.  He has already amassed an impressive resume with his recent win at the Gobi Desert 400K, 8th at Cocodona, the win at Jackpot 100 miler, and more.  He's a humble, but confident, ambitious and fun guy to chat with.  Enjoy!

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Long Haul 2026 is here!  The course is pristine, the weather is gonna be perfect, and the VIP tent is back!  The aid stations might be more competitive than he race.  Enjoy Andy's course update and description, and get to know a couple amazing Mount to Coast athletes.

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My friend Deanna Doane spoke with me on the podcast a couple years ago (almost 3) when she was fairly new to the sport.  It was episode 31.  Deanna has covered some miles literally and figuratively since then.  Haven't we all.  Since then Deanna has accomplished a couple FKT's, won some races, made a bunch of friends and become a coach.  Catch up on her adventures and see what's next.  Enjoy!

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I had the opportunity to chat with Caitriona Jennings, from Dunegal Ireland recently to hear her story and discuss her amazing first 100 miler....the world record performance at Tunnel Hill on November 8, 2025.  Enjoy!

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Cody Bearden was a touring musician just a few years ago.  Night after night closing the bars down.  Fate brought him down to St. Pete, Florida, a day job, and eventually found the lifechanging support of the ultrarunning community.  Hear his story, and help him share it with others.  Listen, share, and donate if you feel inspired to help this really talented young man.

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Phil Gore is The King of the Back Yard Ultras, No question.  World record holder, 2025 Big's BYU Champion, humble guy, he's also spotted a few wombats in his day.  Is there more in the tank?  What is the ceiling?  How do you train for 500 miles?  What do you eat?  Find out all the answers right here!

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I don't have to tell you what the Western States Endurance Run means to the ultrarunning community.  It is the super bowl, the Boston Marathon, World Cup, the World Series.....  And if you've listened to me gushing about the race and the energy on this podcast over the years, you will know how I feel about it.  Two amazing people, Carrie Meng, Assistant Race Director, finisher, and all around awesome human, and John Trent, journalist, 11-time finisher. author, and again, just an awesome, passionate human, have started a podcast.  It is called "The Spirit of Western States".  They will discuss history, rules, lottery, crewing best practices, all the things.  The will serve as great information for runners and crews preparing for their trip to the mecca of ultrarunning, and also for volunteers and rabid fans like me who can't get enough.  Enjoy getting to know these two ultrarunners and their new podcast!

1. Welcome to the official Western States podcast! - The Spirit of Western States Podcast | Podcast on Spotify

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I met Shauna during her first 100 miler at Long Haul 100 earlier this year.  Most people, regardless of the training, struggle during the last 15-20 miles of their first 100.  She may have too, but she sure didn't show it.  She was well prepared with awesome coaching, and has the grit required to accomplish big things in the ultra world.  Her enthusiasm for our sport is infectious.  Enjoy!

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