Crack A Brew With AJW

Andy Jones-Wilkins
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Aug 19, 2023 • 48min

Leah Yingling: Western States, UTMB, and the Future of Ultrarunning Media

In this wide ranging discussion AJW cracks a brew with Leah Yingling as she prepares for UTMB. They discuss her last two years at Western States, the difference between east coast trails and west coast trails, UTMB, and the future of ultrarunning media. Follow Leah on Instagram @leah_yingling and her photographer husband Mike @shitinthewoods
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Aug 12, 2023 • 49min

Peter Mortimer: Adventures and Misadventures at the Barkley, the Spine Race, and Cocodona

AJW cracks a brew (and a scotch whiskey) with Arizona ultra runner Peter Mortimer. In their wide ranging conversation they discuss the Barkley, 200+ mile races and Pete's "One and Done" philosophy. Learn all about Pete on his website https://www.8moremilescoaching.com/
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Aug 5, 2023 • 45min

Maggie Guterl: The Collegiate Loop, Barkley, and What's Next

In this fun and wide ranging discussion AJW sits down with Maggie Guterl after her 77 hour run on the Collegiate Peaks Loop. They discuss variety of training, the ongoing debate between east coast and west coast trails, and what's next for Maggatron as she turns 40. Follow Maggie on Instagram @Maggatronruns
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Jul 29, 2023 • 48min

Tyler Green: Facing Up to the Western States Killing Machine

In this episode AJW sits down with Tyler Green, two time runner-up at Western States, to discuss the connection between education and ultrarunning as well as the wonder and beauty of the Western States experience. Follow Tyler on Instagram @narrowgreenarrow Read all about the Western States Killing Machine here and here.
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Jul 22, 2023 • 1h 4min

Pam Reed: Western States, Badwater, & Hardrock in a Mere 20 Days

AJW kicks off season three with a lively interview with 62 year-old ultra legend Pam Reed. Focusing mainly on Pam's "My Three Runs" Project they discuss the joys and challenges of running three of North America's most prestigious ultras in just three weeks. Learn all about Pam on her website
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Jun 17, 2023 • 49min

Hal Koerner: Coming back to Western States and what it all means

In this episode AJW cracks a brew with two time Western States champion Hal Koerner to discuss directing an aid station at the iconic race, Hal's long history with the event and his hope to return to run it again in 2024. Follow Hal on Twitter and instagram @halkoerner Visit Hal's store at roguevalleyrunners.com Watch JB Benna's iconic film "Unbreakable"
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Jun 10, 2023 • 47min

Katie Asmuth: Angeles Crest, Western States and Memorial Day Camp

In this episode two time top-10 Western States finisher Katie Asmuth joins AJW to reminisce about her first 100 miler at Angeles Crest 100, why she loves the Memorial Weekend Training Camp so much, and her state of mind going into this year's Western States. Follow Katie's adventures on Instagram @kt_asmuth
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Jun 3, 2023 • 1h 1min

Karl Meltzer: East Coast Trails vs West Coast Trails and the Future of Trail Running

In this episode AJW sits down with Karl "Speedgoat" Meltzer, the winningest 100 mile runner of all time to discuss what's harder, east coast trails or west coast trails and to ruminate on the future of the sport both of them love to much. You can find Karl on instagram and twitter @karlmeltzer and learn all about his event, the Speedgoat Mountain Races
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May 26, 2023 • 50min

Dean Karnazas: Running, Writing, and the Western States 100

In this episode AJW has a wide ranging discussion with veteran ultrarunner Dean Karnazes, author of "Ultramarathon Man" and "Runner's High." Their discussion ranges from the intersection of running and writing to Dean's long history with Western States 100. You can find Dean on Twitter and Instagram at @Ultramarathonman or on his web site Ultramarathonman.com If you'd like some help with your running goals, consider hiring Coach Andy.
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May 20, 2023 • 55min

Dale Garland: Hardrock, Education, and the Future of the Sport

In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Dale Garland the longtime Race Director of the Hardrock 100. They discuss the history of the race, the connection between teaching and being a Race Director, and Dale's thoughts on the next ten years in the sport. Follow Hardock on instagram and twitter at @hardrock100run Enjoy this video of Bogie Dumitrescu's 2015 Hardrock finish LINK to Hardrock's responsible usage work with Altra LINK to The "Fish Philosophy" explained

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