Henriette's story is one of obsessive discipline, deliberate practice and a willingness to reject the conventional path. Competitive, fiercely self-reliant and prepared to put in the work when nobody is watching. But there is much more to her story than results. From obstacle course racing and an early connection with Tromsø that involved her honeymoon, through races such as the Ring of Steel, skyrunning and the World Championships, Henriette steadily built her way into the elite of the sport. A period of serious health issues interrupted that progression, but her return produced a remarkable run of performances - including 6th at OCC and CCC, 6th at Lavaredo 80K, victory at Templiers 47K, a winter Bob Graham Round record of 17:55 across 106 km and 42 peaks, 3rd at Trofeo Kima, victory at UTS 50K, and back-to-back Transgrancanaria wins in 2025 and 2026. But the results are only part of the conversation. We talk about leaving a corporate career as an auditor to become a full-time runner, the role Norway has played in shaping her - from the Romsdal mountains and local races to brutal weather and hugely varied terrain. We also get into some of the less comfortable subjects in elite sport: women's health and RED-S, body shape and what 'healthy' actually means, sponsorship and the freedom to make your own choices, shoe selection, common sense and decision-making, and the pressures surrounding UTMB and the modern ultra-running landscape. Henriette is refreshingly honest, no BS and unafraid to speak about subjects that many athletes avoid. Through the Ascend Trail, Arc'teryx, her new partnership with Raid Research and the Sufferfest film, she is also building something beyond simply being a professional runner. An outlier, certainly. But perhaps more importantly, someone prepared to question the rules, take responsibility for her own decisions and find her own way through the sport.

Episode 258 - Henriette Albon

Episode 257 dives deep into the remarkable journey of Yngvild Kaspersen, fresh off her commanding 2026 CCC victory — a pacing masterclass that made her the first woman ever to win the race twice. We rewind to 2015, exploring her beginnings in skyrunning, the technical foundations that shaped her style, and the early promise that hinted at greatness. Yngvild opens up about balancing medical studies with elite racing, and the long‑standing question of identity: doctor who runs, or runner who is a doctor. We revisit her post‑Covid struggles, the breakthrough CCC win in 2023, and her emotional chapter at Western States. Then we break down her flawless 2026 performance — patience, precision, and a late‑race surge that defined the week. Finally, we look ahead: Western States 2027, UTMB 2028, and the next evolution of one of mountain running's most intelligent competitors. A decade of growth. A champion at her peak. A conversation not to miss.

Episode 257 - Yngvild Kaspersen: The Two‑Time CCC Champion

In 2027, The Montane Lakeland 100 and Montanke Laklend 50 events will celebrate 20-years. An event that started with just 60 people has grown to an over subscribed sell out event that celebrates all that is good about running. Grounded in tradition and community - Montane Lakeland 100/ 50 is something very special in the ever growing and commercial landscape of ultra, trail and mountain running. I catch up with the Lakeland race director, Marc Laithwaite to discuss a very special event in the UK run scene.

In 2027, The Montane Lakeland 100 and Montanke Laklend 50 events will celebrate 20-years. An event that started with just 60 people has grown to an over subscribed sell out event that celebrates all that is good about running. Grounded in tradition and community - Montane Lakeland 100/ 50 is something very special in the ever growing and commercial landscape of ultra, trail and mountain running. I catch up with the Lakeland race director, Marc Laithwaite to discuss a very special event in the UK run scene.

Episode 256 - Marc Laithwaite - Montane Lakeland 100 and 50

Episode 250 of Talk Ultra is a discussion with Cyril Gauthier abou the MDS brand in 2025. We discuss many things: Handi, Trek, Namibia, the weather, planning, strategy and the future of MDS. Importantly, we also discuss Legendary.

Episode 250 of Talk Ultra is a discussion with Cyril Gauthier abou the MDS brand in 2025. We discuss many things: Handi, Trek, Namibia, the weather, planning, strategy and the future of MDS. Importantly, we also discuss Legendary.

Episode 250  - Cyril Gauthier MDS

Kilian Jornet recently connected 82 4000m peaks in the Alps in an amazing 19-days. He covered a total of 1207km's and climbed a total of 75,334m+ On episode 249 of Talk Ultra, we discuss this amazing project!

Kilian Jornet recently connected 82 4000m peaks in the Alps in an amazing 19-days. He covered a total of 1207km's and climbed a total of 75,334m+ On episode 249 of Talk Ultra, we discuss this amazing project!

Episode 249 - Kilian Jornet ALPINE CONNECTIONS Special

Episode 199 of Talk Ultra brings you an interview with Hayden Hawks who set a CR at JFK50. We also speak with Camille Herron who discusses her 2020, JFK50 victory and Kilian Jornet running 24-hours.

Episode 199 of Talk Ultra brings you an interview with Hayden Hawks who set a CR at JFK50. We also speak with Camille Herron who discusses her 2020, JFK50 victory and Kilian Jornet running 24-hours.

Episode 199 - Hayden Hawks and Camille Herron

Episode 198 of Talk Ultra brings interviews with Michael McLean, winner of the 120km Thailand by UTMB, Molly Bazilchuk who won the first edition of the Rondane 100 in Norway and Jack Scott from the UK about his recent FKT.

Episode 198 - Michael McLean Molly Bazilchuk Jack Scott

Episode 197 of Talk Ultra brings an interview with Finlay Wild. Speedgoat discusses his 19-years of 100-mile victories. We have a sound bite from Kilian Jornet after his road 10km. Stephen Goldstein talks Covid-19 and we bring you Clay Williams, Ian Radmore, Richard McChesney and Miriam Gilbert with their Covid stories.

Episode 197 of Talk Ultra brings an interview with Finlay Wild. Speedgoat discusses his 19-years of 100-mile victories. We have a sound bite from Kilian Jornet after his road 10km. Stephen Goldstein talks Covid-19 and we bring you Clay Williams, Ian Radmore, Richard McChesney and Miriam Gilbert with their Covid stories.

Episode 197 - Finlay Wild and a Covid 19 Special

Episode 196 of Talk Ultra brings you an interview with Kristian Morgan who just set an FKT on the South West Coast Path. We also speak to multiple World Champion Jon Albon about 'Finding My Feet.' Speedgoat co-hosts.

Episode 196 of Talk Ultra brings you an interview with Kristian Morgan who just set an FKT on the South West Coast Path. We also speak to multiple World Champion Jon Albon about 'Finding My Feet.' Speedgoat co-hosts.

Episode 196 - Kristian Morgan and Jon Albon

John Kelly talks about his incredible Grand Round and we have Damian Hall as co-host.

John Kelly talks about his incredible Grand Round and we have Damian Hall as co-host.

Episode 195 - John Kelly

Episode 194 - Is a packed show with Beth Pascall talking about her incredible Bob Graham Round. Sabrina Stanley discusses her new FKT for the Nolans 14 and Tom Evans talks 13:41 for 5km and how that fits in to training for ultras.

Episode 194 - Is a packed show with Beth Pascall talking about her incredible Bob Graham Round. Sabrina Stanley discusses her new FKT for the Nolans 14 and Tom Evans talks 13:41 for 5km and how that fits in to training for ultras.

Episode 194 - Beth Pascall - Sabrina Stanley - Tom Evans

Episode 193 - Has an in-depth interview with Damian Hall who broke the FKT set by John kelly for the Pennine Way in the UK.

Episode 193 - Has an in-depth interview with Damian Hall who broke the FKT set by John kelly for the Pennine Way in the UK.

Episode 193 - Damian Hall

An interview with Kim Collison on his Lakeland 24hr FKT

An interview with Kim Collison on his Lakeland 24hr FKT

Episode 192 - Kim Collison

Episode 191 brings you an interview with Dr Jodie Moss all about heat and how one prepares for a race like Marathon des Sables. Steve Diederich co-hosts.

Episode 191 brings you an interview with Dr Jodie Moss all about heat and how one prepares for a race like Marathon des Sables. Steve Diederich co-hosts.

Episode 191 - Dr Jodie Moss

We bring you an in-depth interview with Brittany Peterson and Cody Lind who just set multiple FKT records on the 310-mile Superior Hiking Trail.

We bring you an in-depth interview with Brittany Peterson and Cody Lind who just set multiple FKT records on the 310-mile Superior Hiking Trail.

Episode 190 - Brittany Peterson and Cody Lind FKT

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