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Joe Grant | BYP 018 Jul 10, 2018

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In a phone conversation, I chat with mountain athlete Joe Grant about his recent unsupported FKT at the Nolan's 14. Hear the play by play of his journey and other mountain adventures.

:: Black Diamond Nolan's Write Up https://bit.ly/2JbhMec

:: The Cougar at Wonderland https://bit.ly/2m9o7Oq

:: Other Writings http://alpine-works.com/footnotes/

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Dominic & Katie Grossman | BYP 017 Jul 01, 2018

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Hear what happens when a mountain obsessed couple decides to make full-time mountain life possible in the outskirts of LA basin, in a cabin at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. Also how ultrarunning and pregnancy mix ...and more!

:: "The Choice" by Katie Grossman https://www.trailsisters.net/2018/01/18/the-choice/

:: Dominic's UTMB Proposal http://www.dominicgrossman.com/2015/09/utmb-170k.html

:: Dominic's 2013 AC100 Race https://youtu.be/aUPwfG5Q9zo

:: Katie's Blog http://breakingexcellent.blogspot.com/

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Jim Walmsley & Timothy Olson | BYP 016 Jun 27, 2018

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In the wake of Jim Walmsley's course record win at the Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run, we talk to both he and former course record holder Timothy Olson via phone about their respective record breaking days ...and more!

:: Jim's WS Finish https://youtu.be/AuaTibLXHSo

:: Timothy's WS Day https://youtu.be/t5Peu1GkCg0

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Zach Miller | BYP 015 Jun 08, 2018

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Zach Miller, a professional ultramarathoner and The North Face athlete joins me today to talk about his upbringing, what drives his engine, life at 10,000 feet living at Barr Camp ...and more!

:: MONT BLANC https://youtu.be/wUpRzyUrrlw

:: Zach Chasing Dakota https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4imH_5fjT0&feature=youtu.be&t=6493

:: Zach at Penyalagosa/Trail Championship https://youtu.be/cQqx7VmsbuE

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Christopher McDougall | BYP 014 May 25, 2018

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Christopher McDougall, journalist and author of the best-selling book "Born to Run" that sparked a movement in minimalist running joins me to speak candidly about the both the popularity and early struggles of the book, the latest news on the movie, his next projects ...and more!

:: The Daily Show Interview http://www.cc.com/video-clips/re7vx8/the-daily-show-with-jon-stewart-christopher-mcdougall

:: Christopher McDougall's Website http://www.chrismcdougall.com/

:: Twitter https://twitter.com/ChrisMcDougall

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Clare Gallagher | BYP 013 May 16, 2018

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Clare Gallagher, an accomplished ultrarunner and outdoor activist joins me to speak candidly about life prior to ultrarunning, outdoor activism, some of her memorable races in her relatively short time as a trail runner ...and more!

:: Clare Gallagher's Website https://claregallagherruns.wordpress.com/

:: "Messengers" https://vimeo.com/253329792

:: "Changing Course" https://youtu.be/IdeaKaG92MY

:: "Lunch with Clare Gallagher" https://youtu.be/aGBFLM4hPfg

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Scott Jurek | BYP 012 May 03, 2018

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Scott Jurek, arguably the greatest American male ultrarunner of all time joins me on the show today to talk all things "North" - his through hike on the famed Appalachian Trail, his career in ultrarunning, Dean Karnazes, "Born to Run"...and more!

:: Scott Jurek's website http://www.scottjurek.com/

:: Scott at the finish of the AT https://youtu.be/Vog3AjgzQLY

:: Scott Jurek/Jim Walmsley https://www.instagram.com/p/BHI218sgNZ4/

:: Distance of Truth trailer https://youtu.be/5o20UMt_6hw

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Guillaume Calmettes | BYP 011 Mar 21, 2018

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If there is one throughline in the arc of 33-year old Guillaume Calmettes' life is that his pursuits are not done at half-speed. From his former life as a skydiver to his academic achievements to his now ultrarunning career, Guillaume has always sought to live out his potential in all endeavors. His greatest challenge awaits as he gets ready to toe the line at the infamous Barkley Marathon.

:: Katie Grossman's Ultrarunning Magazine article on Big Dog: https://ultrarunning.com/featured/one-more-hour-guillaume-calmettes-245-832-miles-at-big-dog-backyard-ultra/

:: Big Dog Ultra Strava: https://www.strava.com/activities/1246374847

:: Last Big Barkley Workout on Strava: https://www.strava.com/activities/1445828953

:: Guillaume's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gcalmettes/

:: Girlfriend Pauline's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauline_baking/

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Michele Graglia | BYP 010 Mar 09, 2018

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From international male model to a professional ultrarunner: Michele Graglia seemingly had it all. A glitzy lifestyle of modeling, surrounded by beautiful people, drugs and alcohol...until one day coming to the realization that he was empty inside lacking purpose and connection. After discovering Dean Karnazes' book "Ultramarathon Man", Michele finally found his purpose in the world, running 100+ mile events from the Yukon to Death Valley. Listen as he shares his very unique journey from his humble beginnings in Italy to becoming a highly sought after model to now running long distances all over the world.

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+ Keys 100: https://youtu.be/QWhjqT02DPk

+ Michele's LA to Vegas Run: https://youtu.be/zZNDECDP2b4 _____

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Ann Trason | BYP 009 Feb 20, 2018

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Join in on this conversation with Ann Trason, one of the greatest ultrarunners of all time. A 14-time winner at the historic Western States 100 who has also won Comrades Marathon twice, and still own's the women's course record at the Leadville 100. Featured in the bestselling book "Born to Run", Ann discusses some of her recent travels, how she's managed to remain a participant in the sport despite various injury and illness, and her thoughts on how she was depicted in the now famous running book.

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> 15 Hours: https://youtu.be/ZszWslBd6qA

> 2013 WS Veteran Panel: https://youtu.be/eluvq_hnyws?t=495

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