Crack A Brew With AJW
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.
Latest episodes
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
May 4, 2024 • 51min
Stephanie Howe - The Early Years, her 2014 Western States win, and life as an ultrarunning coach/nutritionist
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with the 2014 Western States champion to discuss her early years in Minnesota, her incredible win at Western States, and her incredibly busy life as a coach/nutritionist with CTS. Follow Stephanie Howe on instagram @stephaniemariehowe Learn about Stephanie's coaching practice here Read Research Essentials for Ultrarunning here
Apr 27, 2024 • 55min
Rob Krar - Finding Solace on the Trails, Western States, and the Rob Krar Ultra Camp
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with two time Western States champion to discuss what trail running means to them, the magic and mystique of the Western States 100, and Rob's annual ultrarunning camp which is one of the most successful in the United States. Follow Rob on Instagram @robkrar Learn all about the Rob Krar Ultra Camp here
Apr 20, 2024 • 53min
Scotty Mills - How to finish Western States 20 times and other tales from over four decades of ultrarunning
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Western States legend Scotty Mills to discuss his 20 finishes, the uniqueness of the trail and ultra community, and Scotty's thoughts about the future of the sport. Become a friend with Scotty on Facebook @Scottmills
