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Callie Vinson and Scott Traer - Arizona Ultrarunning's Dynamic Duo Aug 23, 2025

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In this first episode of his "partnership series" AJW cracks a brew with Callie Vinson and Scott Traer to talk about balancing training and racing schedules, coaching, supporting one another, and celebrating the beauty of the Arizona Trail Running Scene. Follow Callie on Instagram @callievinson Learn about Scott's coaching here https://www.runfastah.com/

AJW Unplugged - The Western States 100 2025 Show Jun 24, 2025

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In this most recent edition of AJW Unplugged, AJW discusses intriguing storylines going into this year's race, makes his predictions for top-5 men and women, and shares what his plans are for Race Day. Follow AJW on Instagram @ajoneswilkins

Topher Gaylord - Honoring Older Runners at Western States and the Future of the Race Jun 07, 2025

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Topher Gaylord, veteran ultrarunner and President of the Board of Directors of the Western States 100. In their conversation they discuss the tradition of honoring older runners at Western States, the outlook for the 2025 race, and the long term future of the event. Follow Topher on Instagram @tgaylord

Jan Vleck - From Boston to Olympic Valley, transitioning from road marathons to Western States May 31, 2025

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with 72 year old Jan Vleck from Olympia, Washington to discuss his transition from roads to trails, his love of the Pacific Northwest Trail scene, and his specific training on the road to the 2025 Western States.

AJW Unplugged: Reflections on My Cocodona 250 Experience May 13, 2025

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In this episode of AJW Unplugged AJW reflects on his recent experience running the Cocodona 250. Along the way he ruminates about some of the people he met, the lessons he learned, and the ways in which the event will likely alter the way he makes his way in the world. Follow AJW on Instagram @ajoneswilkins

Nick Bassett - The Oldest Western States Finisher Attempts to Break His Own Record May 10, 2025

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with 80 year old Nick Bassett who last finished Western States at the age of 73 and is attempting to become the first 80 year old to complete the race. In this wide ranging discussion they discuss training, race execution, and Nick's long history with the event.

Ed Willson - Returning to Western States 20 Years Later, Reflections and Revelations May 03, 2025

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In this episode AJW Cracks a brew with 70 year old Oregonian Ed Willson to talk about his training for Western States and what he feels are the "Four Pillars of Success" for older Western States runners.

Michael Koppy - Running Western States after 10 years of trying Apr 26, 2025

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with 74 year old Michael Koppy, an accomplished ultrarunner from Duluth, Minnesota. Michael talks about his career running 200+ mile races and his long 10 year journey to the Western States starting line. Consider a contribution to Michael's favorite charity, the Duluth YMCA

Michel Polletti - From Chamonix Around the World to Western States Apr 19, 2025

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In this first episode of Season 10 AJW cracks a brew with French ultrarunner Michel Polletti. Michel is one of six 70+ year olds in this year's Western States and in this episode he explains why he is undertaking a particularly unorthodox approach to the race in 2025. Check out Michel's results here

AJW Unplugged - Western States Golden Tickets, "The Chase" Premiere, and Life as a New Grandpa Mar 22, 2025

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In this latest AJW Unplugged Episode AJW dives into the last two Golden Ticket Races, talks about the incredible new Cocodona 250 film "The Chase", and shares some reflections on how his life has changed since becoming a grandfather. Follow AJW on Instagram @ajoneswilkins

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