Crack A Brew With AJW

Andy Jones-Wilkins
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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
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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
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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
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Apr 13, 2024 • 44min

Meghan Canfield - Discovering trails, keys to running longevity, and her legacy at Western States.

In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Meghan Canfield, AKA "The Queen" to talk about the transition from fast marathons to trail running, her keys to ultrarunning longevity, and her extraordinary legacy at the Western States 100.   Follow Meghan on Instagram @runningmegleg
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Apr 6, 2024 • 1h 7min

Tim Twietmeyer: Western States History, Life Beyond Running and the Future of the Sport

In the first episode of Season 6 AJW cracks a brew with Western States legend Tim Twietmeyer to discuss the early days of the race, Tim's role as a long time board member for the event, and his thoughts on the future of the sport.   Here is a great bio on Tim https://www.backcountryrunner.com/bios/tim-twietmeyer.phtml
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Mar 2, 2024 • 1h 1min

Jeff Browning - Rural childhood, longevity and the transition to 200 mile races

In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Jeff Browning, aka Bronco Billy, to discuss his upbringing on a farm in Missouri, the keys to his longevity at the top of the sport and the challenge of transitioning from 100 to 200 mile races and beyond.     Follow Jeff on instagram @gobroncobilly
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Feb 24, 2024 • 56min

Lucy Bartholomew - The Early Years, Western States and "Lucy's Dad"

In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Australian ultrarunner Lucy Bartholomew to discuss her early years in the sport, Western States and her adopted hometown of Auburn, California and her extraordinary relationship with her ultrarunning dad.   Follow Lucy on Instagram @lucy_bartholomew Check out Dylan Harris' incredible film "Lucy's Dad"
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Feb 17, 2024 • 56min

Magda Boulet: From US National Team Marathoner to Western States Champion

In this episode AJW chats with Magda Boulet about transitioning from road marathons to the trails as well as her role as President of Gu Sports and their mutual passion for the Western States 100.   Follow Magda on Instagram @runboulet Read the Western States Mission and Values statement here
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Feb 10, 2024 • 48min

Sabrina Little: Running background, favorite races and the intersection of writing and running.

In this episode AJW sits down with runner/philosopher Sabrina Little to discuss her running background, her favorite races, and her passion for both running and writing.  They also have a great conversation about Sabrina's new book "The Examined Run"   Follow Sabrina on Instagram @sabrinablittle Buy Sabrina's book here!
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Feb 3, 2024 • 47min

Ben Hian - Sponsorship in the 1990s, San Diego Bad Rats, and the Angeles Crest 100

In this episode AJW cracks a brew with legendary Southern California runner Ben Hian.  They discuss the early years of trail runner sponsorship, the vibrant San Diego trail community, and Ben’s pursuit of greatness at the Angeles Crest 100 in the 1990’s.   See the pic from 1999 at Holcomb Valley Learn about Ben’s company at radreps.com

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