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The BuzzATRA Founder Nancy Hobbs on Whether Trail Running Belongs in the OlympicsNancy Hobbs founded the American Trail Running Association in 1996, helped establish USATF's Mountain Ultra Trail Council and chaired it for decades, and has served on the international boards governing trail and mountain running for some thirty years. Buzz and Nancy get into the underbelly of the sport: the governance. They cover how the USATF Mountain Ultra Trail Council grew from a $750 annual budget to six figures, what a membership fee actually buys you (secondary medical insurance and drug testing, not just a warm fuzzies), why the biggest races, UTMB, Hardrock, Western States, aren't the official championships and...
2026-06-0254 min
The TrailheadA Longtime New York Times Music Critic on How Running Changed the Way He Listens Ben Ratliff is a former New York Times music critic, a writing professor at NYU, and the author of Run the Song: Writing About Running About Listening, longlisted for the National Book Award and named a finalist for the PEN/Diamonstein-Spielvogel Award for the Art of the Essay, which chronicles what he hears when he brings music into his near-daily runs through the Bronx. In this conversation, Zoë and Brendan talk with Ratliff about why running made him a better listener, and why the optimal-BPM running playlist is, by his lights, beside the point. He makes the c...
2026-05-2646 minThe BuzzAdventure Racing Legend Danelle Ballengee on a 60-Foot Fall, Two Freezing Nights, and the Dog That Saved Her Life Danelle Ballengee is one of the most decorated endurance athletes in American history, a four-time Pikes Peak Marathon champion, two-time Adventure Racing World Champion, and six-time US Athlete of the Year across four different endurance sports. In December 2006, on a routine training run near her home in Moab, she slipped on black ice on the Amasa Back trail, fell roughly 60 feet, shattered her sacrum, broke her pelvis, and spent two sub-freezing nights alone in the desert before her dog Taz led search and rescue to her location. In this conversation, Buzz sits down with Danelle at the...
2026-05-1956 min
The TrailheadSocial Psychologist Emily Balcetis on Why the Wall Is Mental, Not PhysicalWhen you hit the wall at mile 19 of a marathon (or mile 80 of a 100-miler) it feels like your body is the problem. Your legs are concrete, your stomach is in revolt, and the finish line might as well be on the moon. But what if the wall is mostly in your head? Emily Balcetis is a social psychologist who studies how vision and perception shape motivation: how what people literally see changes what they believe they can do. She runs the SPAM Lab at NYU and is the author of Clearer, Closer, Better: How Successful People...
2026-05-121h 02The BuzzMatt Carpenter on Records, Obsession, and Knowing When to Stop Matt Carpenter is the most decorated mountain runner in American history, 18-time Pikes Peak champion across twelve marathons and six ascents, holder of the Pikes Peak Marathon course record at 3:16:39 since 1993, and the man who took 90 minutes off the Leadville Trail 100 record in 2005 with a 15:42:59 that stood until 2024 when broken by David Roche. In this conversation, Matt walks Buzz through what 33 years on top of Pikes Peak actually requires: the obsessive training math behind the 3-2-1 workout above 12,000 feet, the consistency-quality-quantity-rest pyramid that shaped every season, why a 90.2 VO2 max isn't the whole story (running economy...
2026-05-051h 14
The TrailheadWhy Your Brain Needs You to Run with Evolutionary Biologist David RaichlenDavid Raichlen is a professor of biological sciences at the University of Southern California whose research examines how human evolution, physical activity, and brain health are linked across the lifespan. In this conversation, Zoë and Brendan talk with David about what's actually happening in your brain when you go from couch to consistently active, why exercise might be the closest thing we have to a dementia preventative, and why his research on the runner's high, which famously involved humans, dogs, and ferrets, suggests it evolved as something more useful than feeling good. They also get into what hu...
2026-04-2855 minThe BuzzDave Mackey on the Accident That Changed Everything, and the Career He Built After Dave Mackey is a two-time USATF Ultrarunner of the Year, former rim-to-rim-to-rim Grand Canyon record holder, JFK 50 champion, and, after a freak fall off Bear Peak in May 2015, thirteen surgeries, and a voluntary below-the-knee amputation in November 2016, one of the more improbable comebacks in the sport. Buzz and Dave recorded the first part of this episode on the exact rock Dave fell off, on the summit of Bear Peak, in an actual snowstorm, wearing actual shorts. In this conversation, Dave walks through the accident itself and the friends who got him off the mountain alive, why he...
2026-04-2148 min
The TrailheadRochelle Bilow on Food, Running, and Romance NovelsRochelle Bilow is a romance novelist, food writer, French Culinary Institute graduate, former Bon Appétit editor, and current kitchen gear expert at Serious Eats, and she just came back to ultrarunning after nearly a decade away from the sport. In this conversation, Zoë and Brendan talk with Rochelle about what she learned cooking on a farm that culinary school never taught her, why she pivoted from heartbreak memoir to romance fiction, and what it's like to balance writing deadlines with ultra training (her answer: ask for a deadline extension). They dig into why romance as a gen...
2026-04-141h 01The BuzzJason Blevins on Water, Snow, and the Future of Mountain TownsJason Blevins is a veteran journalist at the Colorado Sun who has spent nearly three decades covering outdoor recreation, public lands, and the mountain communities of the Colorado high country. In this conversation, Buzz and Jason dig into the slow-motion crisis unfolding across the Rocky Mountain West, a snowpack at 61 percent of normal, a 103-year-old Colorado River Compact straining under the weight of 40 million people's water needs, and ski towns facing an identity reckoning that has been building for years. They talk about what it looks like when mountain communities diversify away from a sole reliance on...
2026-04-0754 min
The TrailheadPhilosopher C. Thi Nguyen on Why Ultrarunning Is a Game, and Maybe the Meaning of LifeC. Thi Nguyen is a philosopher at the University of Utah, a former food writer for the Los Angeles Times, a rock climber, and one of the world's leading thinkers on the philosophy of games. His new book, The Score: How to Stop Playing Somebody Else's Game, argues that games are the defining art form of our era, and that the scoring systems that make them so joyful turn quietly destructive when institutions and apps wield them instead. In this conversation, Zoë and Brendan talk with CT about why ultrarunning is a game in the deepest philosophical sense, his c...
2026-03-171h 00
The TrailheadWhat Running 150 Miles Across Iceland Taught Pavel Cenkl About the Planet Pavel Cenkl is a climate writer, ultrarunner, and Dean of Academics at Prescott College who has run hundreds of miles across Iceland, Scandinavia, and the Arctic through his project Climate Run. He grew up in the White Mountains, worked the AMC huts, started one of the first collegiate trail running teams in the U.S., and built a master's program combining movement, environmental philosophy, and ecology. In this conversation, Zoë and Brendan talk with Pavel about what happens when you push yourself to the edge of exhaustion in landscapes that are literally shifting beneath your feet — disappearing glac...
2026-03-0355 minThe BuzzWorld Champion to Warrior Dash: Max King on 30 Years of Running for FunCheck out all the shows on the Ultrasignup Podcast Network! The Buzz is supported by Wahoo. Max King might be the most versatile distance runner on the planet. A World Mountain Running champion, a 100K road world champion, a Mount Marathon winner, a top finisher at Comrades and Sierre-Zinal, the range is almost absurd. But when Buzz sits down with Max, the thread running through all of it isn't ambition or optimization. It's fun. After burning out post-college and stepping away from the sport for two years, Max made a pact with himself: keep running o...
2026-02-1059 min
The TrailheadBrad Stulberg on How to Be Excellent Without Burning OutBrad Stulberg co-wrote Peak Performance with Steve Magness and has spent over a decade studying what excellence actually requires. He joins Zoë and Brendan to dismantle the myths of hustle culture and explain why genuine excellence isn't about optimization, it's about caring deeply about something worthwhile. We dig into "zombie burnout" (exhaustion from doing too little of what lights you up), what Brad learned from studying Courtney Dauwalter and powerlifter Layne Norton, and why chasing flow states prevents you from experiencing them. A grounded, research-backed conversation about pursuing excellence without losing yourself. Brad Stulberg is the author of...
2026-02-0351 min
The TrailheadWhy Run 205 Miles? Doug Mayer on Tour de Géants and the Hero's JourneyWhat happens when you strip away sleep, ego, and every external measure of success for 330 kilometers? Doug Mayer, founder of Run the Alps, former Car Talk producer, and three-time Tour de Géants finisher, has spent years trying to answer that question. His new graphic novel, Last of the Giants, is his best attempt yet. In this episode, Doug joins Zoë and Brendan to talk about leaving a 25-year career in radio to build a trail running tour company in Chamonix, why he kept going back to one of the world's most grueling ultramarathons, and how he tra...
2026-01-201h 01
The TrailheadWhat a PhD Mathematician Learned About Running 100 Miles Pat Cade has a PhD in mathematics, coaches high school cross country in Leadville, Colorado, and has finished the Leadville 100 six times. In this conversation, he explains what years of research math taught him about endurance: small steady progress compounds, inspiration only strikes if you're showing up every day, and sometimes the breakthrough comes when you stop following the plan and just go climb the mountain because it's beautiful outside. Pat shares how he and his wife landed in Leadville after leaving academia in New York, and how they decided to pour their energy into coaching and...
2026-01-0650 min
Golden Hour Adventures PodcastLacing Up the Future Shoe Tech, UltraSignUp Woes, and Smarter RecoveryIn this episode, Justin and Robbie lace up and dive into all things running—from shoes to race sign-ups to recovery. They swap first impressions of the T1s and Norda, explore how running shoe brands have evolved, and unpack what new technology really means for everyday runners. The conversation then shifts to UltraSignUp, where they candidly discuss the frustrations and growing pains of one of the most popular ultra marathon registration platforms—and what a better race registration experience could look like. Rounding things out, they share practical post-race recovery strategies, emphasizing the role of rest, smart training, and...
2025-12-2946 minGolden Hour Adventures PodcastLacing Up the Future Shoe Tech, UltraSignUp Woes, and Smarter RecoveryIn this episode, Justin and Robbie lace up and dive into all things running—from shoes to race sign-ups to recovery. They swap first impressions of the T1s and Norda, explore how running shoe brands have evolved, and unpack what new technology really means for everyday runners. The conversation then shifts to UltraSignUp, where they candidly discuss the frustrations and growing pains of one of the most popular ultra marathon registration platforms—and what a better race registration experience could look like. Rounding things out, they share practical post-race recovery strategies, emphasizing the role of rest, smart training, and...
2025-12-2946 minThe BuzzThe State of Trail Running 2025: Professionalization, Prize Money, and What the Sport is Actually About Can a sport built on dirtbag ethos survive the arrival of real money? In this end-of-year special, Buzz gathers Zoë Rom, coach Scott Johnston, Western States race director Craig Thornley, and FKT manager Allison Mercer to make sense of 2025. They dig into the paradox of professionalization, $275 super shoes, UTMB live broadcasts, Ironman private equity, while Zoë points to the data that says the grassroots still holds: only 1.7% of trail runners actually race, backyard ultras are booming, and FKTs remain just you and a GPS watch. Scott Johnston talks weighted vest training and speaks with rare compassion about th...
2025-12-161h 16
The TrailheadWhat DJs Know About Getting Runners Through Mile 80Romy Ancona is a DJ, trail runner, and the force behind Broken Arrow's famously joyful finish line. Born in Cozumel and now based in Colorado's Roaring Fork Valley, Romy learned to mix on a trackpad on their mom's Windows laptop before somehow landing their first gig at a Maxim Magazine party in Hollywood. These days, they split time between spinning tracks on the mountain and chasing vertical on skis and trails. In this conversation, Romy talks about shedding DJ ego, their work on Broken Arrow's inclusivity advisory council (think glitter, bubbles, and rainbow slip-and-slide dreams), and how...
2025-12-091h 07
The TrailheadA Sociologist Explains Why Running Rituals Matter Lindsey Freeman is a sociologist, writer, and lifelong runner whose book Running offers a feminist and queer reading of the sport. In this conversation, Zoë and Brendan talk with Lindsey about what it means to treat running as a practice, becoming yourself through repetition, staying soft, and trusting that showing up matters even when outcomes don't. The conversation moves through ideas like the magic circle that makes it acceptable to try really hard in public, the growth of queer run clubs, and the strange emotional math of caring deeply about things that often disappoint you. There's also a...
2025-11-251h 04
The TrailheadRaziq Rauf on Running, Belonging, and the Danger of ObsessionRaziq Rauf didn't set out to become a running writer, he set out to avoid burnout as a music journalist covering London's metal and hardcore scene. Now, through his newsletter Running Sucks, he brings that same critical eye to the running industry, asking where authentic culture ends and brand activations begin. We talk about his transition from music journalism to running writing, how to spot the difference between meaningful community and manufactured hype, and discover there's exactly one death metal cowboy concept album in existence, the perfect metaphor for niche subcultures like running. This episode...
2025-11-111h 04
The TrailheadNick Thompson on Running, Fatherhood, and Staying Fast at 50Nick Thompson has spent his life chasing big stories and finish lines. The CEO of The Atlantic and author of The Running Ground joins Zoë and Brendan to talk about running through life's hardest moments, from a cancer diagnosis at 30 to balancing elite training with parenthood and a high-powered media career. Together, they explore why running became Nick's anchor through chaos and change, the strange parallels between journalism and endurance sports, and the lessons he learned from his father, and why he runs to not become him. They talk about what aging athletes get wrong about decline, th...
2025-10-281h 03The BuzzKilian Jornet on States of Elevation and doing 72 Peaks in 31 DaysKilian Jornet joins The Buzz to talk about his States of Elevation project—72 U.S. 14ers in 31 days, covering 400,000+ feet of vert, 600+ miles on foot, and 2,500 miles by bike. He shares what he learned about the American landscape, endurance, and the body's ability to adapt, plus reflections on public lands, culture, and why the U.S. mountains feel like home. Thanks Arc'teryx for supporting The Buzz! They cover: How Kilian planned and executed his 31-day odyssey The difference between the Alps and American wilderness His take on access, adaptation, an...
2025-10-2154 min
The TrailheadJared Beasley on Laz Lake, the Endurance ArtistWhat kind of person dreams up the hardest race on earth, and then follows it up with one of the weirdest? This week on The Trailhead, Zoë and Brendan dive deep into the mind of Lazarus Lake, the man behind both the Barkley Marathons and Big's Backyard Ultra. Our guest, author Jared Beasley, joins to talk about his new book on Laz, unpacking the mystery, mischief, and mythology that made one man's backyard into a global endurance phenomenon. We explore what drives people to suffer on purpose, why Laz's races capture our collective imagination, and what they sa...
2025-10-141h 01
The TrailheadJoe Grant: on Running, Creating, and Living in the MomentJoe Grant has always blurred the lines between athlete and artist. From racing UTMB and Hardrock to biking between Colorado 14ers, Joe's career has evolved into something bigger than competition—projects that fuse endurance, place, and creativity. In this conversation, Joe joins hosts Zoë Rom and Brendan Leonard to talk about his journey from racing to FKTs to local San Juan projects, why he ditched the watch, and how he balances gear geekery with poetry and film photography. If you've ever wondered how running can fuel creative work—or vice versa—this episode goes deep into what it mean...
2025-09-1652 minThe BuzzBrian Metzler on UTMB, Trade Shows, and Trail Running Hot TakesAt this year's UTMB, it wasn't just about who won, it was about what the event has become. In this episode of The Buzz, host Buzz Burrell talks with longtime running journalist Brian Metzler about the transformation of UTMB Week into the sport's most competitive race series, biggest trade show, and all-out cultural festival. From Jim Walmsley's sprint finish at OCC, to Courtney Dauwalter's gritty 10th-place finish at UTMB, to Ruth Croft's commanding win, Buzz and Brian break down the racing itself before zooming out to ask what all the brand activations, media attention, and 175 million livestream views mean...
2025-09-0949 min
The TrailheadSarah Lavender Smith Finds Meaning in Midlife and the Midpack Take our listener survey! It takes just five minutes, and your input helps shape the future of UltraSignup! Take it here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeCgLdj8-92G_pLDxkPfuJ0-r477MzZPieRx_qlj1cmP2oybA/viewform?usp=header This week on The Trailhead, Zoë and Brendan sit down with writer, runner, and trail storyteller Sarah Lavender Smith. Sarah has been chronicling the culture of trail and ultrarunning for more than 15 years, from writing for early trail mags to her popular Substack newsletter Mountain Running and Living. She joins us to talk about how she w...
2025-08-191h 04
The TrailheadNick Triolo on Running For No Reason and Not Chasing The Top. 📣 Listener Survey: We want your feedback to keep making podcasts you love! Take our quick listener survey. Take it here! This week on The Trailhead, Zoë and Brendan sit down with writer and ultrarunner Nick Triolo, author of The Way Around: A Field Guide to Going Nowhere. From circumnavigating mountains to ditching Strava and racing for a year, Nick shares what it means to move through landscapes differently, choosing circles over summits, presence over performance, and curiosity over metrics. We talk about why loops feel so satisfying, how creative practice overlaps with running, and w...
2025-08-051h 05The BuzzHow Trail Running is Growing Up—Without Losing Its SoulTake our listener survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeCgLdj8-92G_pLDxkPfuJ0-r477MzZPieRx_qlj1cmP2oybA/viewform?usp=header Trail running is evolving fast—and this episode takes you inside that transformation. Recorded live at TrailCon, host Buzz Burrell sits down with four unique voices shaping the sport: David Callahan, co-CEO of UltraSignup, on why "Tahoe Trail Week" could be America's answer to Chamonix. Shane Ohly, UK race director, on adventure, jeopardy, and the self-navigation ethos of events like the Dragon's Back. Matt Walsh, media an...
2025-07-291h 04
The TrailheadHow Running Helped Tommie Runz Get Sober Love our podcasts? Help us make them even better! Take our quick UltraSignup Podcast Listener Survey! What happens when a road marathoner tackles one of the wildest ultra challenges out there, solo? In this episode, Zoë and Brendan sit down with Tommie Runz (@tommie_runz): plant-based athlete, podcast host, father, and (accidentally?) ultra-endurance legend. Tommie didn't grow up running, but after choosing sobriety in 2017, he found clarity, purpose, and eventually, a new identity in the miles. We trace his journey from gym rat to six-star marathon finisher to taking on The Speed Project s...
2025-07-2255 minThe BuzzHow Women Are Shaping the Future of Trail Running Be part of shaping the future of UltraSignup podcasts. Share your feedback in our quick listener survey. This episode of The Buzz is a special one. Recorded at TrailCon in Palisades Tahoe—wedged between Broken Arrow and Western States, Buzz Burrell sits down with four powerhouse women shaping the future of trail and ultrarunning. These aren't just elite athletes and insiders; they're advocates, leaders, and storytellers working to redefine what inclusion, equity, and longevity look like in the sport. Buzz chats with: Anna Frost, a pioneer of professional trail running, who reflects on the...
2025-07-151h 08
The TrailheadKatie Schide Is All In at Hardrock Be part of shaping the future of UltraSignup podcasts. Share your feedback in our quick listener survey. UTMB champion. Western States course record threat. Field hockey state champion. Rock doctor. Katie Schide is one of the most accomplished ultrarunners on the planet, and somehow, still one of the most quietly focused. In this episode of The Trailhead, Zoë and Brendan catch up with Katie ahead of her Hardrock 100 debut to talk about how she's evolved as a competitor, why she used to downplay her ambitions, and what's changed in both the sport and herself since her eighth-place fi...
2025-07-081h 05The BuzzMeghan Hicks on Ultra Evolution, Media Integrity, and Keeping the Sport Fun Be part of shaping the future of UltraSignup podcasts. Share your feedback in our quick listener survey. In this episode of The Buzz, Buzz Burrell and friend Hilary Allen sit down with Meghan Hicks—ultrarunner, editor-in-chief of iRunFar, and president of the Hardrock 100 board, to unpack how trail and ultrarunning are changing. They dive into the sport's major growth spurts, the shifting role of media and brands, why the obsession with 100 miles might be overrated, and how trail running's anti-commercial roots clash and coexist with its rising popularity. Meghan shares why independent journalism at iRunFar still matters, how t...
2025-07-0142 min
The TrailheadHow Kofuzi Built a Running Empire on YouTube Be part of shaping the future of UltraSignup podcasts. Share your feedback in our quick listener survey. This week on The Trailhead, we're joined by the one and only Kofuzi, a self-proclaimed non-elite YouTube runner who's built a global following by filming marathons, gear reviews, and everyday runs with heart, humor, and a handheld camera. Zoë and Brendan chat with him about the leap from roads to trails, what it really takes to make running content, and why being "exceptionally average" might be a superpower. Whether you're here for the shoe talk, the trail stoke, or...
2025-06-241h 00
Long Run LabsBringing More People to the Trails with David Callahan, Co-CEO of UltraSignupDavid Callahan is the Co-CEO of UltraSignup, the industry-leading marketplace for races in the trail and ultra-running community.Jon chatted with David about:• his athletic background and introduction to trail running•his transition from law to acquiring and running UltraSignup•the importance of trail infrastructure in local communities•the vision for UltraSignup's future•the strategic decisions behind building vs. buying a company•the effects of VC money in the running Industry•the role of angel investors•LifeTime's influence on the fitness i...
2025-06-171h 05
Long Run LabsBringing More People to the Trails with David Callahan, Co-CEO of UltraSignupDavid Callahan is the Co-CEO of UltraSignup, the industry-leading marketplace for races in the trail and ultra-running community. Jon chatted with David about: • his athletic background and introduction to trail running •his transition from law to acquiring and running UltraSignup •the importance of trail infrastructure in local communities •the vision for UltraSignup's future •the strategic decisions behind building vs. buying a company •the effects of VC money in the running Industry •the role of angel investors •LifeTime's influence on the fitness industry...
2025-06-171h 05
Between Two PinesUltraSignup CEO David Callahan, Tim Tollfeson the Caveman, and Cocodona ReflectionsThis month, Dom and Andy ill-advisedly take on their boss and co-CEO of UltraSignup David Callahan. Plus, they deconstruct the new running caveman ad starring sweetboy Tim Tollefson and reflect on the week that was Cocodona. Get 10% off Janji gear with code BTP10 and 20% off Dirtbag Bars with code ULTRADIRTBAG20.
2025-05-1543 minThe BuzzThe Evolution of Anton Krupicka: From Minimalist to Mountain PhilosopherAnton Krupicka never set out to become an icon. But with a string of legendary performances in the early 2000s, including back-to-back wins at Leadville and a second-place finish in the epic 2010 Western States, plus a starring role in Unbreakable, he did. In this episode, Buzz and Anton sit down for a reflective, raw, and deeply insightful conversation about the sport's past, present, and future. They talk about: The early days of ultrarunning sponsorships and the dawn of the minimalist movement What it felt like to be in Unbreakable—and how that race rea...
2025-04-221h 01
The TrailheadThe Examined Run: Sabrina Little on Ethics, Excellence, and Everyday ChoicesWhat does it mean to live a good life? And can your running practice help you get there? In this episode of The Trailhead, Zoë Rom and Brendan Leonard sit down with Sabrina Little: ultrarunner, philosopher, ethics professor, mom of (soon to be) three, and author of The Examined Run: Why Good People Make Better Runners. Sabrina's work sits at the fascinating intersection of character development, everyday ethics, and endurance sports. She teaches philosophy at Christopher Newport University and writes a beloved ethics column for iRunFar—and she's here to explore how running can be a "laboratory for...
2025-04-1558 min
All Things EnduranceEpisode 29: Insights into the Growth and Future of Ultrarunning with Guest David Callahan, CEO of UltrasignupIn this episode of the ‘All Things Endurance’ Podcast, host Rick Prince chats with David Callahan, Co-CEO of Ultrasignup. As the leading event registration platform for ultrarunning events, David has a unique perspective on the state and growth of ultrarunning. Some of the topics that Rick and David discuss are:1. Could you tell our listeners a little more about your background, both professionally and athletically?2. The popularity of ultrarunning is through the roof, what are some of the key factors that you believe are driving this popularity?3. Within the sport of ultrarunning and based on Ultrasi...
2025-04-1253 minThe TrailheadA New Adventure Begins With Buzz BurrellBig changes are happening at The Trailhead! In this episode, co-hosts Zoë Rom and Buzz Burrell reflect on Buzz's legendary career in trail running and his next big adventure—his very own podcast, The Buzz with Buzz Burrell. Buzz shares his perspective on how the sport has evolved, from the early days of ultrarunning to the rise of FKTs (Fastest Known Times), the integration of outdoor culture into trail running, and the innovations that have transformed the way we run. He and Zoë also discuss why authenticity matters in media, what makes someone a lasting presence in the...
2025-03-1837 minThe TrailheadHow to Run (and Love) Your First UltraWhat makes someone want to run their first ultra? And more importantly—what makes them want to come back for a second? The reality is, most people who sign up for an ultra only do one. But why? And how can we help more runners not just finish, but fall in love with the sport? Tune in for tips on running your first - or even tenth - ultramarathon. In this episode, Buzz and Zoë dig into what it takes to have a meaningful, successful experience at your first ultra, whether you're eyeing a 50K for the firs...
2025-03-0454 minThe TrailheadThe Year in Trail Running and Bold Predictions for 2025It's the end of 2024, and we're wrapping up the year with a deep dive into the biggest trends, moments, and milestones in trail running. Zoë Rom and Buzz Burrell share their top highlights from the year, including record-breaking performances, evolving race formats, and bold predictions for 2025. Joined by UltraSignup's Head of Data, Matt Abbott, this episode explores the stories behind the stats and how they're shaping the sport we love. Whether you're a seasoned ultrarunner or just hitting the trails, there's something here for you. Chapters: [00:00] – Welcome to the Trailhead: Reflecting on the biggest moments of 2024 [01:22] – Super...
2024-12-101h 10The TrailheadRunners Should Protect Public Lands. Here's How.1:20 Buzz and Zoë break down the post-Olympics hype, and discuss whether or not trail running should be an Olympic sport, and what it would mean to see trail elevated to the world stage. 14:32 Zoë interviews Vic Thasiah, founder and President of Runners For Public Lands. They discuss why Vic founded RPL and what all runners can do to better protect public lands and be better environmental stewards. 44:01 Buzz interviews Reid Delman, Race Director of the Desert Rats Trail Running Festival by UTMB about how his event has changed, and how it has stayed the same sinc...
2024-08-201h 01The TrailheadCourtney Dauwalter On Hardrock, Big Goals, and Double Cheeseburgers00:49:47 Hosts Buzz Burrell and Zoë Rom discuss why the Western States Endurance run is getting so dang fast, and talk about why the Hardrock Endurance Run (which is not a race!!) attracts high caliber athletes and adventurers year after year. 14:54:35 Zoë Rom chats with Courtney Dauwalter about her historic triple last year, winning WSER, Hardrock and UTMB in a single summer, and how she's going to approach her big loop around the San Juan Mountains this weekend. 29:27:78 Buzz Burrell interviews Hardrock Race Director Dale Garland about why the event attracts runners from all over the worl...
2024-07-0951 minBetween Two PinesFearing and Loathing in Olympic Valley with Billy Yang: A Western States Shitravaganza Dom and Andy start a road trip to the starting line of Western States. But after they eat a bag of expired gels and begin to hallucinate, things take several very weird turns. This very special epsiode is chock full of guests, including an interview with filmmaker and dog kidnapper Billy Yang. Plus, get your very own Between Two Pines trucker hat, available now in the UltraSignup merch store. And get 10% off all Janji gear when you use code BTP10.
2024-06-2030 minThe TrailheadMikey Mitchell On The Toughest Double You've Never Heard Of, And How Luis Escobar Captures Trail Running HistoryHost Buzz Burrell and new co-host Zoë Rom ask each other rapid-fire questions to get to know one another and share hot takes about the best trails, races, and the proper length for running socks. 19:33 Zoë interviews social media star and professional runner Mikey Mitchell about adventure and authenticity online, his big race season, and why raves are great training for ultras. Mikey shares what Pride Month means to him and how everyone can embody pride on the trails and online. 29:01 Buzz interviews Born to Run Race Director and photographer Luis Escobar about what it take...
2024-06-1159 minBetween Two PinesTim Tollefson, Would You Rather? and Tripping Between The Pines K-Pop star Tim Tollefson, who you may know from Instagram, drops in between the pines to talk about being a pro runner for a decade, how much money he makes, and his almost unbelievable wins at UTMB and Western States. Plus, get your very own Between Two Pines trucker hat, available now in the UltraSignup merch store. And get 10% off all Janji gear when you use code BTP10.
2024-05-2327 minThe TrailheadLululemon's FURTHER, rising star Anna Gibson and Sleep vs. EatingCorrine and Buzz talk about the FURTHER ultra event last week in Palm Springs, records shattered by Camille Herron and how the event sought to push scientific understanding of female performance further. Plus, this event really hearkens back to the origins of ultra running – the 6-day race. Corrine interviews multisport athlete and rising track and trail running star Anna Gibson. Anna talks about growing up running trails, the learning curve of elite racing in two disciplines, and how cross training keeps her both happy and well-trained. You can follow Anna on Strava and on Instagram @annagibsonn. ...
2024-03-1941 min2024-03-1435 minThe TrailheadCommunity Racing, and the low down on run coaching with CTS's Jason KoopRace season is upon us, and Buzz and Corrine chat about how races are the cornerstone of the trail running community and they touch on some of the "closer to home" races they plan to be at this year. Let us know where you are racing this year at trailhead@ultrasignup.com or @ultrasignup on Instagram. Corrine talks with CTS coach Jason Koop about how to find and get the most out of a trail running coach. Jason has been around the sport for a long time, as an athlete and a coach for every level of...
2024-03-0537 minThe TrailheadShoes, Strava Legend Larissa Rivers, and All Age RunningBuzz and Corrine chat about their favorite shoes and how you can find your perfect pair. Corrine talks with Strava's Larissa Rivers about community, segments and her local legend status. And Buzz chats with listeners. Christopher asks about training through life changes: new job and becoming a parent. Matt started running in his 30s and is wondering if he is too late to the sport. This episode is brought ot you by Running Warehouse. Running Warehouse offers the best brands and widest selection of running gear. Our in-house experts make it easy to...
2024-02-2034 min2024-02-1524 minThe TrailheadMental Health and Ultras with Drew Petersen and KTRW Award WinnersCorrine and Buzz talk all about gear! What you need and what you can leave at home. Corrine interviews professional skier and lifelong runner Drew Petersen. In the most human of ways, Drew shares how he rediscovered running in the wake of a serious accident and his journey in overcoming challenges with his mental health. Together, Corrine and Drew explore the parallels between running ultras and getting through life's hardest moments. Drew's latest movie, Feel It All, comes out this spring and you can get all the updates @drewpeterskion IG. Buzz chats with more Keep Tr...
2024-02-0646 minThe TrailheadWinter Training, Callie Vinson and KTRW WinnersBuzz and Corrine discuss how they use the dreadmill and maintain motivation during the winter months. For more information about Up For Air, check out the website: https://upforairseries.org/ Corrine talks with Callie Vinson about how she conquered her first FKT in November 2024. You can follow Callie on Instagram @callievinsonn. Buzz talks with two Keep Trail Running Weird Award winners! Best Dressed: Charlotte Corriher and Most Miles and Most Hours Raced: Eric McGee You can find Charlotte on Instagram @marathoncostumechic. This episode is being supported by Running Warehouse, whic...
2024-01-2342 minBetween Two PinesDylan Bowman, Predictions for 2024, and Some Rocks The boys make predictions for ultrarunning in 2024 that are 100% guaranteed true or your money back. Then they talk with FreeTail (aka MingleTrack) founder Dylan Bowman and ask him if his Hardrock was bussin or suss AF. This episode is brought to you by Janji. Get 10% off Janji apparel with promo code BTP10. Go to janji.com to give it a try. This episode is brought to you by the Devil's Gulch Race in Washington State, happening on July 13-14th, 2024. The first 50 registrants snag a free pair of Darn Tough Socks! New for 2024: $1000 in prize mo...
2024-01-1831 minThe TrailheadThe Joy of Midwest Trail Running & Questions from Semi-RadWe're back! Welcome to Season 3 of The Trailhead. Buzz and Corrine come clean for 2024. There were lots of surprises at the end of 2023. Corrine speaks with Michele Hartwig of Ornery Mule Racing about the joys of Midwest trail running. Get all the info about Ornery Mule Racing at www.ornerymuleracing.com. Buzz answers Semi-Rad's, Brendan Leonard, most pressing questions. You can see all Brendan's monthly drawings for UltraSignup on news.ultrasignup.com and the rest of his work on his website: semi-rad.com. This episode is brought to you by the Devil's Gulch Rac...
2024-01-0936 min
Between Two PinesBetween Two Christmas Trees Holiday SpecialBreak out the bear bells for this holiday extravaganza bonus episode. The boys look back on the year in ultra, talk about a Christmas miracle, and perform their own holiday poem just for you.
2023-12-2110 min
The TrailheadUltraData: Reflecting on 10 Years of UltraSignup DataAs we enter 2024, (how???) we began to realize that the world has changed a lot in the last 10 years. Our data guru, Matt Abbott, decided to take a look back at 10 years of USU stats. He reviews the growth of the sport, which distances are the most popular, and who is running and where. We'd love to hear from you. What is your experience in trail over the past 10 years? Do you have a favorite race or distance? Have you seen your local races growing? Are there more local races! Send us an email to trailhead@ultrasignup.co...
2023-12-1526 min2023-12-0723 minThe Trailhead2023 Wrap-Up & 2024 PredictionsIn this episode Corrine and Buzz reflect on the most inspirational moments of 2023, share their hot takes from 2023 and look forward to 2024. You'll also hear from the trail community: coaches, athletes, writers, and podcast listeners. Thanks to: HOKA athlete, paraglider, film maker Allie Mac. Athlete Callie Vinson Run the Alps founder, Doug Mayer Salomon partner, Mental Health Coach, Skier & Runner Drew Peterson Athlete and The Singletrack Podcast host Finn Melanson. Strava's Larissa Rivers Some Work, All Play coaches Megan and David Roche ...
2023-11-2123 minBetween Two PinesWorld's Funniest Runner Laura Green and a UTMB/WAM ExposéAndy and Dom trade pines for cactuses as they get an exclusive interview with UTMB whistleblower "Steepthroat" and try to convince everyone's favorite runner @lauramcgreen to finally run an ultra.
2023-11-1626 minThe TrailheadUTMB, BTP and ParaglidingCorrine and Buzz chat about the UTMB/WAM controversy. Then Corrine puts Andy Pearson and Dominic Grossman in the hot seat. She gets all the info on their new podcast "Between Two Pines" Buzz and Lowa Boots athlete Max Siegel talk about his love for trail running and paragliding. This episode of The Trailhead is brought to you by Lowa Boots. For 100 years, LOWA footwear has been known for its emphasis on craftsmanship, technology, and keeping your feet secure on any mountain adventure. All Terrain Running by LOWA, has a collection of trail r...
2023-11-0734 minBetween Two PinesEthan Newberry, Racing In The Matrix, and How To OrienteerIn episode two, Andy and Dom imagine a world where you don't have to run, help another Fartalk caller, and ask the Ginger Runner about his content creator masterplan.
2023-10-2625 minThe TrailheadRest, Andy Wacker & The Trail Team, Hiking As TrainingBuzz and Corrine chat about when to run and when to take time to recover from illness. Corrine interviews professional runner and Trail Team mentor Andy Wacker. Andy recently took 2nd place at the World Mountain Running final and 1st place at the Xterra Trail Run World Championships. Buzz talks to David about hiking the Colorado Trail as training for Run Rabbit Run. And caller Andy asks how to increase his training post illness and surgery This episode is brought to you by LOWA. For 100 years, LOWA footwear has been k...
2023-10-2432 minBetween Two PinesJamil Coury, Falling, and Taking Gels To FlavortownIn the first episode, Andy and Dom go Guy Fieri on gels, take a Fartalk caller question, and grill Jamil Coury on Big Running.
2023-10-1920 min
The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan BowmanDavid Callahan & Jay Kelley | The State of Trail Running, UltraSignup, & the Dirt CircusDavid Callahan and Jay Kelley are the leaders of UltraSignup -- the leading event registration and race database in trail running. They have a unique vantage point from which to assess the state of trail running and its prospects for the future. We talk about their history and the 2020 acquisition of the platform, their vision for servicing race directors and runners simultaneously, their evolving media strategy, whether trail running is in a bubble, and their foray into community events with the Dirt Circus. Dirt Circus - Pheonix Dirt Circus - Nashville (Virtual) Dirt Circus - Bentonville Sponsors:
2023-10-111h 27Between Two PinesBetween Two Pines TrailerIntroducing a running podcast for people who think running podcasts are stupid. This is an ultrarunning comedy podcast instead. So if you are looking for inspirational or deep, thought-provoking content, you will probably DNF your next race just from listening to this. Dom Grossman and Andy Pearson host this monthly variety show with guests who are probably too famous to be on it, totally worthless advice call-in segments, and other dumb jokes designed to make you shoot gel through your nose. Reluctantly presented by UltraSignup.
2023-10-1002 minThe TrailheadTrailrunning Saves the World & Spiritual StrengthAs we head into the off season, Buzz and Corrine discuss the benefits of road running and cross training. Corrine interviews Dylan Bowman of Freetrail. He thinks "trail running will save the world" You can get more info about Freetrail at Freetrail.com. Buzz chats with 2 callers. Ivars is curious about training minimums. Can 1 mile a day get you through a 100 miler? Jill is ready to tackle night running. Is it something to practice, or can you save it for race day?
2023-10-1034 minThe TrailheadWhere Buzz's Been, Sacred Stoke, and a Doomed RunnerBuzz has just returned home after a successful trip to the Master's Trail World Championships. He and Corrine talk about what "World Championship" means in trail running right now and they discuss the athlete and spectator turnout in Madeira. Corrine interviews Lakota runner Connor Ryan about his connection to the mountains, how he found running, and why inclusion is so important in ultrarunning. You can read the article "The need for Indigenous Inclusion in Ultrarunning" over at news.ultrasignup.com. Real Runner Questions: Buzz the chats with David about how runners stay strong through the de...
2023-09-2638 minThe TrailheadWalmsley & Dauwalter Rule UTMB, Semi-Rad and Baked BeansIn this episode, Buzz and Corrine marvel over Jim Walmsley, Courtney Dauwalter, and Zach Miller's performances at UTMB. Then, Corrine talks with artist Brendan Leonard (often known as Semi-Rad) about his ultimate trail race. It includes Dropbag Jeff and all the French toast. You can see Brendan's illustrations on UltraSignup. Buzz chats with two callers. First, he speaks with Mark from Minnesota. They agree that baked beans are not ideal running fuel. Buzz makes the case for sugar. Buzz and Laura from Portland talk about ultrarunning after cancer treatment. Here are the links to...
2023-09-1232 minThe TrailheadUTMB, Soft Rocking, and Racing a 50kBuzz and Corrine are in Chamonix. UTMB is all anyone is talking about. They discuss who to watch and try to make sense of the "stones" qualification system. Corrine talks with UltraSignup's Rob Goyen about Dirt Circus trail party happening this fall. Dirt Circus will be in Flower Mound, Texas on September 30, Boulder, Colorado on October 7, and Phoenix, Arizona on October 21. The final event is in Bentonville, Arkansas on November 17th and 18th. Get details for all the events at dirt circus.ultrasignup.com. In Bentonville, there will also be a 5k and 10k rac...
2023-08-2837 minThe TrailheadZoë Rom, Tina Muir, and Buzz's SkyraceBuzz and Corrine chat about Buzz's skyrace experience in Norway. Then Corrine interviews Zoë Rom and Tina Muir about their new book, Becoming a Sustainable Runner: A Guide to Running for Life, Community, and Planet. "A healthy planet depends on your thriving and your community's thriving. Your running depends on a healthy planet and a healthy community. A healthy community depends on healthy individuals and a healthy planet to exist," said Zoë. And Buzz answers questions from Scott on pickle juice and mustard and talks to race director Samuel Hartman about why ultrarunning is not in...
2023-08-1436 minThe TrailheadThe Leans, Otter Pops, and Goldfish MemoryAfter Corrine placed 3rd at the Cascade Crest 100, Buzz and Corrine discuss whether running 100 miles is fun or just hard? And we learn how useful "goldfish memory" can be. Corrine then interviews last year's UTMB winner, Katie Schide, about her life in a remote French village and our profile of her, "We Have Nothing, but We Have Everything." And Buzz answers Joni's question about "The Leans" and Luke's on alternative training schedules.
2023-07-3136 minThe TrailheadPacing Style, Elk Traverse, and Advice for Young RunnersAfter Courtney Dauwalter set a new record at Western States without a pacer, Buzz and Corrine discuss the pros and cons of having someone run with you. Corrine interviews Michael Wirth about his full moon Elk Traverse FKT (54 miles, 23,500 feet of uphill). You can check out the gear he used for this adventure here. Then, Buzz chats with Kaitlyn about how to approach training as a young athlete (hint: run like the Norwegians). And he gives Snehal a confidence boost and urges him to trust the training. The Trailhead Podcast is a production from UltraSignup News...
2023-07-1734 minThe TrailheadCourtney's Run for Office, Salt, and Rattlesnakes"Courtney wasn't running out of her mind," said Corrine in this week's episode, "but her running was making us lose our minds." This week, Buzz and Corrine talk Western States 2023, and contextualize Courtney Dauwalter rewriting the record books. "You're my hero," Jeff Colt told her, "Run for office!" Then, Corrine interviews USN writer Heather Balogh Rochfort about her articles, "Managing taper madness," on how to stay sane in the days leading up to your big race and "How to not DNF a 100-miler". "Have a backup plan for your backup plan for your ba...
2023-07-0331 minThe TrailheadBroken Arrow Recap, UTMB History, and Buzz's EmberOur podcast hosts, Buzz Burrell and Corrine Malcolm, discuss all the action that took place at the Broken Arrow Skyraces. (Buzz won his age group and the age group below in the VK race!) Experience the Broken Arrow Excitement by watching our livestreams on YouTube. See the VK here, and the 23K here. Corrine speaks to Doug Mayer about his new book, "The Race that Changed Running: The Inside Story of the Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc." Is the iconic race around Mont Blanc a window or a door? Then, Buzz answers a r...
2023-06-1937 min
Half Geek Half HumanMatt Abbott of UltraSignup: Storytelling with DataMatt Abbott is a data scientist at UltraSignup and an avid trail runner. Matt has worked on a wide range of data problems - from figuring out why people skip over the word "the" when they read while working on his PhD in Psychology - to identifying the language you should or should not use in your job posts to attract the right candidates - to solving organizational challenges at scale in Amazon's HR departments. Outside of working on data problems and running up and down the local Issaquah Alps, Matt is a devoted solo parent and loves making...
2023-06-0744 minThe TrailheadBroken Arrow, Skyraces, Via Ferratas, and Race the CogIn this episode, Corrine chats with Brendan Madigan and Scott Rokis about the Broken Arrow Skyrace and UltraSignup's live coverage of the event starting June 16. Then Buzz and Jamil Coury unpack Aravaipa Running's recent partnership with White Mountain Endurance. The two of them also answer listener questions about putting on exceptional trail races, altitude training, and how to deliver what you promised. The Trailhead Podcast is a production from UltraSignup News. This episode is presented by Ultimate Direction. Use promo code "Trailhead25" for 25% off at Ultimate Direction.
2023-06-0537 minThe TrailheadDrop Bags, DNFs, and Barefoot Shoes on Techy TerrainOn this week's episode of The Trailhead, Corrine and Buzz ask a tricky question: Who's the most important runner in the sport? Then, we hear from Heather Balogh Rochfort about handling the highs and lows of ultrarunning. See more of how to put your best foot forward in Heather's article, "How to not DNF a 100-miler." Then, Buzz answers real runner questions about knowing when you are ready for an ultramarathon and whether your shoe choice is slowing you down over technical terrain. Finally, we want to know why YOU are passionate about r...
2023-05-2235 minThe TrailheadLivestreams, Running with Dogs, and Birthday Run ProjectsRace season is here! And with live events, comes live streaming. Corrine and Buzz go over the latest news in livestreams from UTMB, Golden Trail Series, and UltraSignup's very own foray. Then, Jen Sotolongo is back, talking to Corrine about the best practices for running with your dog. You can read more tips from Jen on UltraSignup News. Later, Buzz interviews two callers, and gives some insight into training for a birthday run project and how much focus to give certain data points. The Trailhead Podcast is a production from UltraSignup News. This epis...
2023-05-0845 minThe TrailheadWomen Who FKT, Mandatory Gear, & Leaping From 100K to 100 MilesOn this episode of The Trailhead, Corrine and Buzz dive into safety and mandatory gear lists. They may seem overwhelming, especially depending on the country you're racing in, but will you ever regret following them? Then, Corrine talks to Jen Sotolongo and Marta Fisher about the Women Who FKT project, which has inspired and encouraged more runners to set out on their own fastest known time adventures. You can read Jen's piece and some real FKT-er's stories on UltraSignup News. Then, Buzz speaks to Jacob about an upcoming journey run that John Muir would be p...
2023-04-2433 minThe TrailheadSnowpack, Hellah Run Streaks, and Base BuildingAs we creep towards peak race season, Corrine and Buzz discuss how record snowfall this year could affect this summer's events. Then, Corrine interviews Hellah Sidibe, former professional soccer player turned professional runner. They talk about his journey to ultrarunning, his run across America, and how his run streak became bigger than himself. You can read the profile on Hellah at UltraSignup News. Then, Buzz interviews two real runners, and gives insight into building up for a 50K and what it takes to mentally jump from marathons to ultras. The Trailhead Podcast is a pr...
2023-04-1032 minThe TrailheadTrail Lore: Barkley, Learning Moments, and Racing CultureTwo weeks ago, we were all glued to Keith Dunn's twitter page refreshing for updates on ultrarunning's best-known secret. So this week, Corrine and Buzz dive into the Barkley Marathons (also see our beautiful photo piece on the race). Corrine interviews Eric Sutliff about trail running in the South and the things he's learned since his first ultra. You can read his piece for Like The Wind magazine about his first 50K on UltraSignup News. Then, Buzz speaks to a real runner about what to do when another trail runner might need help. The T...
2023-03-2730 minThe TrailheadBecoming a Pro, Taming Dragons, & New England GnarThis week, Corrine and Buzz talk about what it takes to become a sponsored athlete—is it really just follower count? Corrine interviews Jenn Hughes, former editor-in-chief of UltraSignup News about her experience facing dragons and searching for joy during the blizzard year of Tor des Géants. You can read Jenn's article "How to Tame a Dragon" at UltraSignup News. Then, Buzz interviews Ultimate Direction ultrarunner Jeff Colt, about the difference between New England trails and Colorado trails, seeking balance, and how the pandemic actually helped him get to where he is today. The...
2023-03-1339 minThe TrailheadHow to Cope: Injury, Runner's Low and Racing at AltitudeThis week, Buzz and Corrine get real about how they tackle injury and the healing process. Then, Corrine interviews Emily Halnon about the emotional crash she experienced after running her dream race, the Hardrock 100. Emily first wrote about this in "The Runner's Low" for UltraSignup News. Later, Buzz gives Steven from Georgia some tips on training for race day elevation when you don't live at altitude. The Trailhead is an UltraSignup production. This episode is presented by Sidas. Use promo code "Trailhead20" for 20% off your purchase at Sidas.com.
2023-02-2733 minThe TrailheadPro Runners Unite, Andrew Drummond, and KTRW Award Winners.This week, Buzz and Corrine talk about the Pro Trail Runners Association (PTRA), a non-profit based in Switzerland that Corrine helped found. Corrine interviews Andrew Drummond, from Run the Whites, about our UltraSignup News article "Rock hopping with Run the Whites," and his ultra-journey from helping Scott Jurek set an FKT to putting the White Mountains back on the map. Buzz then talks to two of our Keep Trail Running Weird award winners: Mike Melton who won the Most Tenacious and Jen Golbeck who has inspired thousands to start running (at any pace) and won our Most...
2023-02-1334 minThe TrailheadArlen Glick and our Keep Trail Running Weird Award WinnersThis week is a fun one! Buzz and Corrine discuss the best trail runners of 2022. You can read Buzz's Top 10 Cliff's Notes here: https://news.ultrasignup.com/the-best-of-the-best-2022/ Corrine interviews ultrarunning champion Arlen Glick about his fantastic race season and training in less than ideal situations. (You can read our article on him here: https://news.ultrasignup.com/not-to-be-ignored/.) Then, Buzz interviews three of our Keep Trail Running Weird award winners: Mike Smith—MOST MILES RACED. Shannon Brandl—BEST RACE DAY FAIL Joel Gartenberg—FAVORITE TRAIL WEIRDO Follow and...
2023-01-3038 minThe TrailheadYear in Review, Predictions Ahead, and Allie Mac!We're back for Season 2! Buzz and Corrine talk "best of the year" 2022 and run through their 2023 predictions. Corrine predicts an increase in tibial stress reactions (due to carbon shoe proliferation) and Buzz admits that he's run FKTs in shoes he bought at K-Mart! Corrine interviews Allie "Mac" McLaughlin about her amazing 2022 race season. And they discuss her 1-year-old best friend, how injury episodes have allowed her to grow in other ways, and what's next for the extreme athlete. We wrote about Allie in September in a piece titled "Sprinting down and flying above...
2023-01-1632 min
The TrailheadBONUS - UltraData Podcast: The Hardest Trail Races of 2022***NEW PODCAST*** This ain't your normal Trailhead! We'd like to introduce a new podcast that we thought you might enjoy, UltraData. Matt Abbott walks us through how to develop an algorithm to rank UltraSignup's races by difficulty. Along the way, he brings in some guests (Jeff Pelletier, Riley Brady, Arlen Glick, & Corrine Malcolm) to discuss what makes different races hard for them and to react to iterations of the ranking. We hope you enjoy it! The Trailhead podcast will be back to its regular episodes in January!
2022-12-2354 minThe TrailheadDoping up, staying resilient, and starting again.Illegal drugs are cropping up in the running world again; Buzz and Corrine talk testing and their own performance enhancing strategies. Then Corrine interviews Anita Cardinal, a Cree activist and lawyer, about running, resilience, and representation. Finally, Buzz and caller Jane brainstorm how to get back to ultra-distances after having a baby - with a focus on letting go of outcome and simply enjoying the journey. We'll be back! Season 2 starts in January, so stay tuned for our next release. Presented by Ultimate Direction and with support this week from...
2022-11-1424 minThe TrailheadWorld Record DNFs, being a Long Run dad, and when to "just smile"Corrine and Buzz chat about the recent Backyard World Championships and how it's possible to set a world record and DNF at the same time?! Corrine talks to elite marathoner Peter Bromka about balancing parenting and the long run, diving into his popular article "The Endurance Dad Dilemma." Then Buzz talks with runner Brianne about how to stay positive during long races, sharing favorite run-tested mantras that work. Presented by Ultimate Direction and with support this week from Sidas. Use promo code "Trailhead25" for 25% off Ultimate Direction and "Trailhead20" for 20% off Sidas.
2022-10-3123 minThe TrailheadWhat's the name of the game?Corrine and Buzz talk about "crushing" and "dominating" on the trails with writer and pro-athlete Meg Mackenzie who penned the thought provoking article "Annihilate That Course and Obliterate Your Competition." Does using violent language influence our sport experience? The UltraSignup community had heated reactions to the online article; listen in and add your opinion. Then Buzz helps Matt from Issaquah, WA decide how long to rest after a big ultra-effort. Plus, Buzz's favorite go-to recovery activity. Have a question about trail or distance running? Send your question to news@ultrasignup.com for a chance to chat with Buz...
2022-10-1722 minThe TrailheadAdvice from another planet, the lure of 4.167, and running's most common injury.Description: Corrine and Buzz break down Kilian Jornet's exhaustive new blog recapping his 2022 training with micro-details including his workouts, nutrition, sleep, stress and more. Are there usable tips for a "normie" runner or is Kilian simply from another planet? Next, Corrine talks to writer and runner Jared Beasley about the quiet, but seductive appeal of the backyard race phenomenon. His piece, "Everyone's Got A Shot at a Backyard, Right?" looks at the enigmatic format and how an average runner can get (happily?) sucked in. And Buzz talks to Isabella from L.A. about shin splints and offers a ra...
2022-10-0327 minThe TrailheadThe Growth of Trail Running, Carbon Fiber Shoes and Real Runner Questions about The BearIn this episode, Corrine and Buzz chat about the expansion of trail running media coverage and how runners can "vote with their feet" to keep the smaller races alive. Then, Corrine talks to shoe guru Brian Metzler about carbon fiber running shoes and why they might not be the holy grail for trail runners. You can read Brian's article "Don't get FOMO about the twinkle of carbon finer on the trails" here. And Buzz answers Christian's "Real Runner Questions" about The Bear. Have a question about trail or distance running? Send your question to news@ultrasignup.com fo...
2022-09-1924 minThe TrailheadUTMB Recap, Reimagining the FKT, and a Fast Hike with Jelly BeansThis week, fresh off her role as a live commentator, Corrine and Buzz go behind-the-scenes at UTMB. Then Corrine sits down with Oregon PCT FKT holder Emily Halnon to learn about: her unique experience setting a new record with enthusiastic help from the former FTK owner. Finally, Buzz chats with Caroline from Wisconsin about dialing in race nutrition as distances increase. Preview: It's all about chocolate and jelly beans. Have a question about trail or distance running? Send your question to news@ultrasignup.com for a chance to chat with Buzz on an upcoming episode. Presented by...
2022-09-0528 min
The TrailheadComing Soon - The Trailhead From UltraSignupBuzz Burrell and Corrine Malcolm team up to bring you a lively mix of trail topics, stories, and real runner questions. Whether you're an experienced ultrarunner or newly "trail curious" and just getting started in the sport, start your run with UltraSignup…and meet us at The Trailhead!
2022-08-1601 min
SingletrackJenn Hughes & David Callahan | The State Of UltrasignupIn this episode we talk with Jenn Hughes (Managing Editor) and David Callahan (Managing Partner) at Ultrasingup. Almost all of you know about ultra signup. You use the platform to sign up for races, to check entrants lists, and to scroll through past results. But you might not know that Ultrasignup is expanding in a lot of interesting ways. We talk about their plans to transition from being a "passive" to more "active" member of the trail and ultra running communities. We learn more about the newly established content arm of the platform, how they...
2022-04-211h 05
Road Dog PodcastDavid Callahan and Jay Kelley Are Taking UltraSignup To New Places"The origin story for UltraSignup runs through Western States." David Callahan and Jay Kelley are the new owners of UltraSignup. Luis sits down with them in Olympic Valley just before the start of Western States 100. Hear how UltraSignup is not just for long distance races and the changes coming down the pipe like virtual races, social aspects and new categories for runners. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. DRYMAX show code: Roaddog2020
2021-07-191h 28
Road Dog PodcastUltraSignup History and Future"All I thought about was working on the website and subsequently my running suffered." Learn how Mark Gilligan created UltraSignup.com, how the idea for the ranking system came into existence, and who he just sold it to. Listen to Luis chat with the new owners Jay Kelley and David Callahan and hear about some new plans for the website like adding a blog and a forum. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. H...
2021-03-081h 27