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Ann Trason - Her Legacy at Western States and Thoughts for the Future Ann Jun 25, 2026

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In this special episode AJW cracks a brew with 14 time Western States Champion Ann Trason. In their wide ranging discussion they talk about Ann's legacy at the event, her unique relationship with the trail, and her thoughts about the future of women in ultrarunning. Follow Ann on Instagram @ann.trason

AJW Unplugged: The 2026 Western States Episode Jun 20, 2026

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In this latest AJW Unplugged episode AJW discusses the current projected race conditions, makes some predictions about the front end of the race, dives into some storylines he's be following, and summarizes what to him makes Western States like no other race. Follow AJW on Instagram @ajoneswilkins

Brian Morrison: Heartbreak at the 2006 Western States 100 and the 20 Year Healing Process Jun 13, 2026

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In this extraordinary episode AJW cracks a brew with Brian Morrison to talk about his race at the 2006 Western States, his tragic collapse on the track 200 meters from the finish line, and the book he has recently published to tell the story 20 years later. Find Brian's amazing book here Follow Brian on Instagram @briantmorrison

Zach Miller - Western States Training, 12 Years Between Golden Tickets and A Run Down Memory Lane Jun 06, 2026

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In this episode AJW cracks a a brew with Zach Miller just a couple of weeks before his first run at the Western States 100. In this wide ranging discussion they talk about Zach's long and successful career, some highlights from his early days as a runner and cruise ship worker, and his thoughts going into the 2026 Western States. Follow Zach on Instagram @zachmiller38 Check out Miller v Hawks on youtube here

Jeff Mogavero: East Coast Upbringing, Discovering a Love of the Trails, and the 2026 Western States 100 May 30, 2026

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Montana ultrarunner Jeff Mogavero to discuss his hardscrabble upbringing back east, developing a love of the trails, and his thoughts and plans going into this year's Western States 100. Follow Jeff on instagram @jeffmogavero Check out Jeff's website jeffmogavero.com

Hannah Allgood: Training, Racing and Her Return to Western States May 23, 2026

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Hannah Allgood 7th place finisher at the 2025 Western States. Along the way they discuss Hannah's background, her training, and her focus going into the 2026 Western States 100. Follow Hannah on Instagram @shesallgood21

Holly Ranson: Golden Ticket Chase, Australian Trail Running Scene, and Hopes and Dreams Going into Western States. May 16, 2026

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with rising star on the Australian trail running scene Holly Ranson to talk about her Golden Ticket at Tarawera 100K, the challenges and joys of trail running in Australia, and all that she is excited about going into her first run at Western States next month. Follow Holly on Instagram @hollyranson

AJW Unplugged: History and Reflection on the Golden Ticket Series, Cocodona Thoughts and Predictions, and a Personal Update May 02, 2026

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In this most recent AJW Unplugged AJW provides some historical background on the recently completed Golden Ticket Series, looks ahead with predictions and analysis about the upcoming Cocodona 250, and provides a personal update about all that he's been up to recently and what's ahead for him. Follow AJW on Instagram @ajoneswilkins Learn about AJWs coaching practice here Check out Dylan Harris's latest Cocdona film "The Cutoff" here Read AJWs weekly column here

Sarah Lavender Smith: Running into Middle Age, Balancing Running and Life and Turning the Mic on AJW Apr 25, 2026

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with runner/writer Sarah Lavender Smith to discuss running into middle age and the balance required to continue in the sport for the long term. Sarah also turns the mic on AJW and asks him some very provocative questions. It's a fun one! Follow Sarah on Instagram @sarahrunning Check out Sarah's website sarahlavendersmith.com And her Substack sarahrunning.substack.com

Jacob Banta: Golden Tickets, Western States, and Balancing Life on Both Sides of the Lens Apr 18, 2026

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Jacob Banta, elite trail runner and renowned photographer/videographer to discuss his Golden Ticket at Tarawera in February, his build up to the 2026 Western States 100, and how he strives to balance his perspective on the sport from both sides of the camera lens. Follow Jacob on Instagram @banta.visuals Check out Jacob's work at his website bantavisuals.co

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