Buckle Up: An Ultrarunning Conversation

Big Swings, Road Angels, and Odd Ducks with Joe Hardin ep.125

What happens when you trade self-doubt for "scary" goals? On the latest episode of Buckle Up: An Ultrarunning Conversation, we had the pleasure of interviewing Joe Hardi

Pt. 2~ Elliot Murphy's Follow up

Elliot Murphy shares his first 100-mile ultramarathon experience at Pumpkin Holler Hunnerd, discussing the physical and mental challenges, fueling strategies, and lessons

Faith and Endurance: Elliot's Story

In this conversation, Elliot Murphy shares his journey into ultra running, discussing his preparation for the Pumpkin Holler Hunnerd (PHH), his experiences with grief, an

Brian Reynolds: A Story of Resilience

In this conversation, Coach Brian, Mandy Mullen, and Brian Reynolds discuss the challenges and triumphs of Brian's journey as a double amputee who has taken on the Leadvi

"We Did It!" with Adrian Macdonald

Join us as we delve into Adrian McDonald's remarkable four-time Leadville Trail 100 finish, including three wins, and explore his training, nutrition, and race strategies

Revolutionizing Running with BackMyRun.com

In this conversation, Daniel discusses his innovative app, Back My Run, which allows runners to receive motivational voice notes from friends and family during races. The

“Dont Let Your Dreams Die” -With Croix Sather

In this conversation, Coach Brian and Mandy Mullen speak with Croix Sather about his recent attempt to cross Death Valley in a self-supported ultra marathon. Croix shares

Leadville Trail 100 Run- 2026 Course Reroute and Updates

In this episode, Coach Brian and Mandy Mullen discuss their extensive experiences with the Leadville Trail 100, including the impact of recent wildfires on the course and

Conquering the Collegiate Peaks Loop with Doug McCaw II

Episode Overview:In this episode, Coach Brian sits down with ultra runner Doug McCaw II to break down his recent adventure on the Colorado Trail's infamous Collegiate Pea

Running Beyond the Stigma with Katharina Hartmuth

When we think of elite mountain runners pushing their limits on some of the world’s most grueling courses—like Hardrock 100—we often focus solely on physical grit. But wh

Do It Now: Michael Wardian’s 30 Years of Ultras and His Next Wild Challenge

What does it take to "suck the marrow out of life"? If you’re ultra running legend Michael Wardian, it means spending 30 years at the absolute peak of endurance sports, w

The Joy of Biking: Freedom and Advocacy

In this engaging conversation, Taylor Nichols shares his unique journey as an ultra biker, connecting generations through his biking adventures across America. He discuss

No Limits: Jake Jackson Talks Life and Training

Welcome back to Buckle Up, everyone! Today I am incredibly excited to share a conversation that gets right to the heart of why we challenge ourselves on the trails. My g

Mastering Endurance: Sierra DeGroff’s Ultra Running Insights

Join me for an inspiring conversation with ultra runner Sierra DeGroff as she shares her journey from Midwest track athlete to seasoned ultra marathoner. Discover her ins

Mastering the Mind: Neal Palles on Mental Resilience in Endurance Sports

In this episode, Neal Palles, an ultra-running coach and mental health professional, shares insights on integrating mental health, performance psychology, and athletic tr

Zero Shortcuts: How Josh Lee Shed 250+ Pounds and Found Ultra

From 450 pounds to running over 100 miles on foot in less than three years—today’s episode is nothing short of extraordinary. This week, Mandy Mullen and Coach Brian sit

From the Fleet to the Finish Line: This is Chris Marcinek

In this episode, we sit down with Chris Marcinek fresh off his incredible finish at the Cocodona 250, where he crossed the line in a staggering 85 hours. We dive deep int

The “Enoughness” Mindset with Stephanie Rosebaugh ep110

With the Cocodona 250 just days away, this episode features a deep dive with Stephanie Rosebaugh. Both Mandy and Steph are heading to the starting line this week, and we

The Power of Authentic Connections in Ultra Running

Join Coach Brian as we explore the vibrant world of community-building in running, ultra events, and the power of authentic connections. Jason Bahamundi shares insights o

The (Haglund's) Bump in the Road with Ruairi Moynihan ep108

In this episode of Buckle Up, Coach Brian Passenti is joined by ultra runner Ruairi Moynihan for a raw and honest deep dive into one of the most frustrating injuries for