Crack A Brew With AJW
Andy Jones-Wilkins
Runner and Coach Andy Jones-Wilkins talks with trail running athletes, coaches and race directors about topical subjects. Each episode features a beverage and will last as long as it typically takes to leisurely enjoy the beverage.
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Aug 24, 2024 • 53min
Callie Vinson - The Long and Winding Road to a 200+ Mile finish and her extraordinarily inspiring personal story.
In this episode AJW chats with Arizona ultrarunner Callie Vinson to discuss her journey to 200+ mile success as well as her incredibly inspiring story of personal triumph. Follow Callie on Instagram @callievinsonn
Aug 22, 2024 • 1h 1min
David Roche - Chasing down the ghost of Matt Carpenter at the Leadville 100
In this special episode AJW cracks a brew with David Roche a few days after his historic course record performance at the Leadville 100. In a wide ranging discussion they discuss the history of the race, David's training plan, his nutrition strategy and his flawless race day execution. Follow David on instagram @mountainroche Read Matt Carpenter's report on his 2005 Leadville finish here.
Aug 17, 2024 • 55min
Don Freeman: His relationship with the 200 mile distance, longevity in the sport, and what it means to be a podcast pioneer
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Don Freeman, a veteran of over 50 ultras including a handful of 200 milers, to discuss the mysterious 200 mile distance, his thoughts on the evolution of the sport, and his "other" career as a pioneer podcaster with Trail Runner Nation. Follow Don on instagram @trailrunnernation and visit the extensive podcast archives of Trail Runner Nation at trailrunnernation.com
Aug 10, 2024 • 50min
Mike McKnight: Transitioning to 200+ mile races, the mystique of Cocodona and his exciting plans for 2025.
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with veteran 200 mile runner Mike McKnight to learn more about his transition to 200 milers, his thoughts on the mystique of Arizona's Cocodona 250, and his exciting plans for the 2025 season. Follow Mike on instagram @thelowcarbrunner
Aug 3, 2024 • 58min
Mika Thewes: The "Art" of Running, Dealing with Adversity on the Run, and her 200 Mile Fascination.
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with accomplished 200 mile runner and artist Mika Thewes. They discuss her background as an art student ot Rhode Island School of Design, her passion for running really long distances, and her extraordinary experience at the 2024 Cocodona 250. Follow Mika on Instagram @sugarcrashvegan
Jul 27, 2024 • 52min
Rachel Entrekin: Fixed Time Events vs Long Trail Races, her Cocodona Experience and thoughts about the future of super long races.
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with 2024 Cocodona 250 winner Rachel Entrekin. Along the way they discuss her introduction into the sport, the differences between fixed time events and long trail races, her Cocodona experience and some thoughts about the future of super long runs. You can read Rachel's blog: Another dumb running blog – y'all welcome (wordpress.com) Support Rachel's GoFundMe: Fundraiser by Rachel Entrekin : Apparently, running is expensive (gofundme.com) Follow her on instagram at @rachel__entrekin And, learn more about Tepache. TEPACHE: A Modern Mexican Soda made from fresh pineapples! – De La Calle - Tepache)
Jul 20, 2024 • 48min
Jeff Garmire: Thru Hiking, FKTs, and the 200 Mile Phenomenon
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Jeff Garmire, an incredibly accomplished mountain athlete from Montana who successfully blurs the lines between thru hiking, FKTs and Ultramarathons. Follow Jeff here to read all about the new race he is putting on, his book, his film, and all of his adventures: Twitter Facebook Instagram
Jun 1, 2024 • 46min
AJW Unplugged: Western States Preview, Cocodona Reflections, and a Personal Update
In this solo episode of Crack a Brew with AJW I present my Western States Preview, some reflections on last month's Cocodona 250, and an update on my own journey both professionally and personally. Learn about my coaching practice here Follow me on Instagram @ajoneswilkins
May 25, 2024 • 1h 1min
Diana Fitzpatrick: Running Career, Western States Memories, and Her Role as Board President
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with legendary runner and Western States Board President Diana Fitzpatrick to discuss her running career, her most fond Western States memories and the various challenges of her role as Western States Board President. Follow Diana on Instagram @dianafitz11
May 11, 2024 • 52min
Corrine Malcolm: Cross Country Skiing, Western States, and the Changing Landscape of Ultrarunning Media
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with renowned ultrarunning personality Corrine Malcolm to talk about her upbringing in the upper midwest, the Western States 100 and her thoughts on the evolution of ultra and trail running media. Follow Corrine on instagram @corrinemalcolm
