Three badass women of ultra form an experts panel and discuss issues that females deal with at ultramarathons, physically and emotionally.  Amy Bukszpan, Lulu Yun Pelz, and Melinda Hooper join me for a nice chat.  This turned out to be an eye-opening thing for me.  If you know me, you know I am all about this awesome community we have, and growing it, not turning people off.  So some of the simple things discussed in how we treat each other can make a difference, also some of the information helps us as men understand that ladies have some challenges that we don't have to face.  It says female issues, but I promise it is worthy of a listen to the male runners out there to learn how to be more inclusive and respectful.

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This one makes me a little uncomfortable.  For someone who talks as much as me, it's weird, but I don't like to hear myself talk so much.  In this episode, 2/3 of my Chief Ladiga 100 crew, and dear friends, Jamie Saunders and Tina Wolfe interview me for a recap of my last race.  If you don't like to hear me talk about me, I am perfectly ok if you pass this one by.  The interviewers do a fine job.  The guest is a little boring.  Maybe it will keep you company in some late miles at Bronze Dragonfly or another race.  Enjoy!

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Back in March I took a field trip down to South Florida for the Hungryland 100, not to run it, but to do my thing, cook, cheer, hug, eat, hang out, and to grow my circle of ultra-running community family.

Hungryland Slough is a beautiful area in Palm Beach County and hosts part of the Ocean to Lake Trail.  There is such an abundance of wildlife and plants there!  Some are scary, like gators and snakes, but no runners, volunteers, spectators, or podcasters were injured.

 Austin Brennan was making his first attempt at the 100 mile distance and had a big goal of going sub-24.  This is no easy trail for a sub-24 with a good amount of mud and standing water, but he not only accomplished his goal, he won the race.  Austin is a member of Team Runfluent-Fulwise, and to the surprise of no-one, they are making big waves in the Florida Ultra-running scene with regular appearances on the podium.   Austin is fairly new to the ultra-running scene, but I think it's safe to say he's not going anywhere.  Just like a lot of us, he has found his happy place.  I hope you enjoy getting to know him and the Hungryland 100 a little better.

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Howie Stern is an extremely talented race photographer, an accomplished ultra-runner, and just an all-around passionate, genuine dude that is a huge fan of our sport.  I had the honor to discuss many things he has done and witnessed over the years including most recently capturing the iconic shot of one of the greatest moments in ultra-running sports history.  If you like passionate people and ultra running and the mountains, you will love Howie.  Enjoy.  

Venmo - @Howie-Stern
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Tonya Olson literally wrote the book on fixing feet!  At least she co-wrote it with her friend and mentor, Jon Vonhoff.  If you're an ultra runner, you have probably had problems with losing toenails, blisters, and maceration.  I know you are tough and all, but just one of these things in the wrong spot at the wrong time could end your race.  And what if it's a race that took you 5 years to get into, or one you spent $8000 on getting you and your crew there?  

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Get yourself a footcare kit and learn how to use it!  Tonya tells you how.  
https://youtu.be/l5OJSHhjeYA?si=wt079BbjyrIU_AUg
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Also, Kassy and Amber of #100mileswithmartyproject get to toe the line of the Bootlegger 100 this Saturday!  Wish them luck.

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Join me for a chat with Chris Stayman from Tennessee.  He recently won the Pistol Ultra 100 mile race and set the Tennessee 100 mile record.  He's a super cool dude and I think you'll enjoy his story.  Check it out.

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Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
The Bootlegger 100/50/10 Mile Trail Race - April 6 - 7, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Andrea Mehner is an astronomer of German descent living in Chile.  She, of course is also a badass ultrarunner.  Join me as I learn her story of growing up on the wrong side of the Berlin wall, witnessing first-hand the wall coming down as a child and then becoming the awesome human that she is today.  She is fairly new to the backyard format but has a great future with her base of mental toughness and fitness.  Hope you enjoy!

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The Bootlegger 100/50/10 Mile Trail Race - April 6 - 7, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Props to Chris Stangle for the title.  The awesome participants of the #100mileswithmartyproject join me for one last chat before their biggest physical challenges of their lives.  They are ready and excited to toe the line!  Listen in to hear how their training has gon, lessons, learned, etc.  Lots of good stuff in here!  Big thanks to all the participants, supporters and sponsors!

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Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
The Bootlegger 100/50/10 Mile Trail Race - April 6 - 7, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

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Join me for a recap of the Donna 110 Ultra with male and female winners Charlie Poblenz and Jamie Saunders.  Both pf these folks are super kind and humble humans and just a joy to talk to.  Also The Donna Foundation is an awesome organization that has made a tremendous impact in the Jacksonville community.  I hope and pray this episode will inspire some of you to join me there as runner, crew, or volunteer there next year!

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Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.

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Episode 85 is dedicated to the memory of Laken  Hope Riley, a nursing student that was brutally murdered while out on a run on February 22.  Please be vigilant when running alone!  It (the episode) features my chat with my Florida friend, Whitney Dancaster.  She's a social media influencer, a badass ultra-runner, and an all-around humble and kind soul.  It was a real pleasure to get to know her better and talk running and races.   I hope you enjoy.

@wdancaster

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Run Natural Coach
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run

The Bootlegger 100/50/10 Mile Trail Race - April 6 - 7, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Miami 50/50 - June 8, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Miami 100 - September 28, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)