“We’re all people. All of us are struggling, no matter what. You can’t get through this life without a challenge without a struggle right?”

Katie Asmuth is a professional athlete who runs for Sacuony and is a nurse practitioner. She gives her thoughts on homelessness, becoming a brand ambassador, what gear she likes to use, her experience running Western States 100 and running with a tampon in her nose.

Annalisa Romero is the marketing director for Fleet Feet Sacramento.

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IG: https://www.instagram.com/kt_runshappy/

Annalisa Romero Contact Info:

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“At the time I was embarrassed, like who wants to admit that they let themselves become a heroin addict.”

Patrick Vaughan is a distance runner who completed the Triple Crown of distance running in 2018. He is currently starring in the film Confessions of a Runner, which details his 290 mile run on the Lebanon Mountain Trail, his addiction and overcoming it. Kroy Taughinbaugh from XO Skin also joins in on the conversation.

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IG: https://www.instagram.com/steep_running/

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“To be in an area without people is a pretty magical thing, I think.”

Brian Sarvis is the author of the book Condor Trail Guide. Stretching over more than 400 miles across the length of Los Padres National Forest, the Condor Trail is a distance hiking route that travels coastal mountain ranges and canyons deep in the backcountry of California's central coast. Hear stories about Brian’s thru-hike and best practices when out on the trail.

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“When you push yourself beyond where you went before and you keep on going, that’s success.”

Jaala Shaw served in the Peace Core, used to own a cross fit gym, and currently is an educator and teacher who used to work for the State Department. Learn all about a Go Ruck race and her attempts at Go Ruck Selection. Hear her thoughts on Afghanistan where she spent some time teaching. Luis is joined by guest host Rob DeCou.

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Jaala Shaw Contact Info:

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IG: https://www.instagram.com/dropbydropfitness/

Website: https://www.dropbydropfitness.com/about

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YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/GORUCKTV

Rob DeCou Contact Info:

Website: gorobgo.org

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“Running is good for my body, and then running outdoors is good for my mind, but trail running is good for all of me.”

Terry Chiplin is the founder the the US Trail Running Conference and host running altitude camps for runners. Hear how he got his start running in England and how the US Trail Running Conference is focused on doing good for the planet and diversity and inclusion for the sport.

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“There’s no way I could carry a 50lbs pack and a 50lbs kid at the same time.”

Cassie and Josh Sutton hiked the Appalachian Trail in 209 days with their 5 year old son Harvey. Hear how they overcame many obstacles and how they got their trail names of Straps, Hot Hands and Little Man. Luis is joined by guest host Joanie Anderson. Special bonus mini conversation with Mike Miller about the Copper Canyons Endurance Runs.

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IG: https://www.instagram.com/livesutton/

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“I want to change the way Mexicans view running and fitness.”

Miguel Angel Moreno is the creator of The UltraHouse which houses runners in Phoenix, Durango and Hawaii. Hear how he grew up on a farm in Pennsylvania, moved to Arizona, was in gang fights, had addiction problems, started The UltraHouse and how he is making running more accessible to Mexicans. Ed “The Jester” Ettinghausen co-hosts this episode.

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Cell # (602) 374-9153

Personal FB: https://www.facebook.com/miguel.moreno.332

Website: https://theultrahouse.com

Blog: https://theultrahouseblog.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheUltraHouse

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IG: https://www.instagram.com/runningwiththejester/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/RunJesterRun

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“How far can I push my limits? How far can I take myself out of that comfort zone? You know, not do something easy.”

Amy Chavez is a nurse who has run tons of ultras and Iron Mans’. Hear how her running journey started, her battles with addiction, being homeless and her resilience to stay sober. Bill Skyles sits in as co-host on this special episode.

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FB: www.facebook.com/amy.berkinchavez

IG: https://www.instagram.com/ultraamyrn/

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“The journey is the destination. We need to savor everyday on the trail.”

In this special episode, Luis interviews thru-hikers on the Appalachian Trail. Learn about the AT terms and phrases like Nobo, Sobo, a zero, flip-flop, trail magic, and Gut Hook. Luis Chats with Gringo Loco, Gwight, Gramps, Johnny Boy, Perch, Off Grid, Hot Wheels, Bowie, Joel, The Late Start, Hopper, Too Late, Michigan Milly, Howdy, Pacha Plinko, Sweatsicles, Second Coming, Stealth, Mala, Basco, Layers and more.

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“You won’t find a more stubborn person in the world than you will in a Mainer. That’s a fact!”

Chris Shane is a photographer and filmmaker from Maine. Hear about moxie, whooping pies, ice fishing, canoes, beer and New England states. Recorded while hiking up the AT in Maine so please excuse the audio quality.

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Website: https://www.chrismshane.com

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IG: https://www.instagram.com/chrismshane/

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