Trail Talk

By Aaron Shimmons

We talk about the world of ultra trail running, with live shows, panel discussions and athlete interviews, covering all things news, racing, gossip & banter!... more

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How many episodes does Trail Talk have?

The podcast currently has 75 episodes available.

Trail Talk episodes:

August 13, 2025Mercedes Siegle-Gaither – From Skyrunning to 100 Milers with Merrell
Mercedes Siegle-Gaither is a Merrell-sponsored ultra-trail athlete who has raced everything from steep sky races to rugged 100-milers. In this episode, she shares her progression through the trail world — from short, technical mountain events to long, grindin' ultras.
We talk about:

Her start in sky and mountain races

Transitioning to longer distances and 100-mile events

Working with Merrell and what sponsorship really looks like

The challenges and rewards of being a female athlete in ultra-trail

Why staying connected to the community matters
Mercedes is thoughtful, grounded, and honest about the highs and lows of competing at every distance in the mountains.
Follow Mercedes on Instagram: @theslimcede
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58min
August 12, 2025 What you need to know about Training & Rehab
In this episode, co-host Ricki Wynne joins me to talk all things training, injury, and rehab. We share our own experiences balancing peak training with recovery, discuss common mistakes runners make when coming back from setbacks, and break down the mental and physical strategies that keep you moving towards the start line. Perfect for anyone chasing big goals while navigating the realities of staying healthy.
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#SATISFYTheROCKER #TrailRunning #GearReview
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1h 6min
August 05, 2025 Andy Glaze - The Book, The Runner, The Firefighter
Chewing the fat live with Andy Glaze about his upcoming book, being a running influencer, a firefighter, and how in the heck he gets the time to do all the things.
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Discount Code: irunovermountains30
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1h 37min
July 31, 2025 From Pro Trail Runner to Founder with Vlad Ixel of BIX Hydration
Vlad Ixel's story from ultra to shorter distance and now the successful founder of BIX hydration. XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqxTantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15GOREWEAR 30%https://www.gorewear.comDiscount Code: irunovermountains30COMMUNITY:https://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains
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1h 11min
July 29, 2025 What Distance is an ULTRA + the UTMB Hype Train has Arrived!
Choo Choo! We have a speculative list of UTMB pro starters and we're here for it + we dig into WHAT is an ULTRA? Surely it's not a 4hr 50k!!! You tell us!XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqxTantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15GOREWEAR 30%https://www.gorewear.comDiscount Code: irunovermountains30COMMUNITY:https://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains
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1h 10min
July 22, 2025 What's The REAL Reason You LOVE Satisfy Running & the VIBE brands?
Satisfy Running & the vibe brands - why do you love them or hate 'em? What about the latest Nike rip-off? We also get into the big double of UTMB Monte Rosa Walser Waeg & Eiger Ultra Trail. Ricki's training to bridge the gap to the front runners by September! and we had to tackle doping after the latest scandal out of Kenya. Let’s go!XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqxTantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15GOREWEAR 30%https://www.gorewear.comDiscount Code: irunovermountains30COMMUNITY:https://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains
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1h 4min
July 16, 2025 Hardrock & Trail Verbier Deliver the News & Banter!
Hardrock Hundred, Trail Verbier St. Bernard, your questions, and of course all the Trail Talk News & Banter! Sit tight!XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqxTantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15GOREWEAR 30%https://www.gorewear.comDiscount Code: irunovermountains30COMMUNITY:https://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains
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1h 9min
July 09, 2025 TrailCon 2025: Inside the Action + Hall of Fame Moments
TrailCon took place in the days after Broken Arrow Skyrace and before Western States 100. I sat down with longtime Trail Talker Krissi Polentz and Tantrums vest founder Adam Copeland.XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqxGOREWEAR 30%https://www.gorewear.comDiscount Code: irunovermountains30COMMUNITY:https://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains
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1h 6min
July 06, 2025 Western States 100 Recap: Fiona Pascall Takes 5th After Mid-Race Bear Surprise
The post-race debrief with 5th place finisher, Fiona Pascall. We chat all things Western States and also touch on the previous UTMB DNF and plans to return in 2026.XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqxTantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaGOREWEAR 30%https://www.gorewear.comDiscount Code: irunovermountains30COMMUNITY:https://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains
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1h 5min
July 04, 2025 Western States 100 Recap: Elites, Heat, and a Bear Encounter
The post-race debrief you’ve been waiting for – including that bear story! 🐻🇺🇸We break down all things Western States 100: the race, the heat, the highs, and yes… the bear.It was a wild ride – hope you enjoy it as much as we did!XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqxTantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaGOREWEAR 30%https://www.gorewear.comDiscount Code: irunovermountains30COMMUNITY:https://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains
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1h 46min

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How many episodes does Trail Talk have?

The podcast currently has 75 episodes available.

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