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Katie Schide and Heather Jackson | 2024 Western States 100 Pre-Race Interviews Jun 27, 2024

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Katie Schide and Heather Jackson stop by the Singletrack studio in Olympic Valley, CA ahead of the 2024 Western States 100 to chat it up about the race, the sport at large, and life in general. Thanks to both of these guys! Special thanks to Brooks, the presenting sponsor of this week's race coverage.
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2024 Western States 100 Predictions Show + Livestream Insights Jun 26, 2024

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These conversations with Dani Moreno (Predictions Show) and Jamil Coury and Matt Feldhake (Livestream Insights) were livestreamed on the Singletrack YouTube a few days before the 2024 Western States 100. Special thanks to Brooks, the presenting sponsor of this week's race coverage.
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Brooks - check out their new Cascadia 18 shoe and High Point apparel collection (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack)
Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.
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Hayden Hawks / Leah Yingling / Ryan Montgomery | 2024 Western States 100 Pre-Race Interviews Jun 26, 2024

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These conversations were livestreamed on the Singletrack YouTube a few days before the 2024 Western States 100. Enjoy Leah, Hayden, and Ryan's final thoughts before race day! Special thanks to Brooks, the presenting sponsor of this week's race coverage.
Sponsors:

Brooks - check out their new Cascadia 18 shoe and High Point apparel collection (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack)
Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.
Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order.
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2024 Western States 100 Women's Field Preview Jun 25, 2024

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Brett Hornig and Corrine Malcolm join the show to preview the women’s field at the 2024 Western States 100. We cover top storylines and what to watch for, we answer some listener mail about the race, we analyze the field and categorize who we see as contenders for the win, for the podium, and the top 10, and we close with some of Corrine’s bold predictions for Saturday. Buckle up, because it’s another entertaining one. Special thanks to Brooks, the presenting sponsor of this week's race coverage.
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Brooks - check out their new Cascadia 18 shoe and High Point apparel collection (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack)
Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.
Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order.
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2024 Western States 100 Men's Field Preview Jun 25, 2024

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Brett Hornig and Mike McMonagle join the show to help preview the men’s field at the 2024 Western States 100. We cover top storylines and what to watch for, we answer some listener mail about the race, we analyze the field and categorize who we see as contenders for the win, for the podium, and the top 10, and we close with some of Mike’s bold predictions for Saturday. Buckle up, because it’s an entertaining one. Special thanks to Brooks, the presenting sponsor of this week's race coverage.
Sponsors:

Brooks - check out their new Cascadia 18 shoe and High Point apparel collection (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack)
Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.
Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order.
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Dylan Bowman and Jim Walmsley | 2024 Western States 100 Pre-Race Interviews Jun 24, 2024

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Dylan Bowman and Jim Walmsley stop by the Singletrack studio in Olympic Valley, CA ahead of the 2024 Western States 100 to chat it up about the race, the sport at large, and life in general. Thanks to both of these guys! Special thanks to Brooks, the presenting sponsor of this week's race coverage.
Sponsors:

Brooks - check out their new Cascadia 18 shoe and High Point apparel collection (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack)
Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.
Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order.
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2024 Western States 100 Coverage Announcement Jun 17, 2024

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I am joined by co-host Brett Hornig to present our coverage plan for the 2024 Western States 100. From Monday, June 24th through Friday, June 28th we're livestreaming 10 athlete interviews, 5 influencer/operator conversations, and 5 pre-race daily shows from our studio in Olympic Valley. Stay tuned for more information, especially details about daily content schedules, listener and viewer giveaways, and Wednesday group run, posted on the Singletrack YouTube and Instagram channels as we get closer to race week. Special thanks to Brooks, the presenting sponsor of our content.
Sponsors:

Brooks - check out their new Cascadia 18 shoe and High Point apparel collection (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack)
Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.
Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order.
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Kilian Jornet: History of Alpinism, PTRA + UTMB Thoughts, Competitive Longevity (Sunday Conversation) Jun 13, 2024

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Kilian Jornet joins the Singletrack Podcast to talk about how mountain sports have evolved - with motivations shifting from scientific exploration to nationalism to self-centeredness in modern times, how the concept of the impossible is debated in mountaineering and trail running - with some questioning the impact of technological advancements, the idea of reducing consumption and rethinking business models to help minimize the outdoor industry’s footprint, and his involvement working to secure a better relationship between pro athletes and race organizations like UTMB.
Timestamps:

00:00 The Evolution of Motivations in Mountain Sports
04:08 The Influence of Society and Culture on Athletes
07:02 The Debate on the Concept of the Impossible
13:56 Contrasting Philosophical Aspects of Mountaineering and Trail Running
50:13 The Positive Role of Competition
56:22 The Importance of the Pro Trail Runners Association, UTMB Observations

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Candice Burt: 200 Mile Racing Scene, Athlete Sponsorship Models, Long Distance FKTs (Sunday Conversation) Jun 05, 2024

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Candice Burt is the Founder of Destination Trail, a trail running events company that puts on popular races like the Moab 240, Tahoe 200, and Bigfoot 200.
Timestamps:

1:37 - Arizona Trail, interest in long trail FKT scene, remarking on Heather Anderson’s recent unsupported FKT
23:15 - athlete sponsorship discussion, working with brands, content angles on the social platforms, spring energy comments
45:30 - being a female business owner in the ultra community, evolution of the 200 mile scene, recruiting influencers to events

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Michael Versteeg Reflects On The Soul Of Ultrarunning (Sunday Conversation) May 27, 2024

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Michael Versteeg joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation about ultrarunning.

Timestamps:

(0:52) - the story behind 2021 Cocodona 250 race report, Arizona trail running ambassadorship, countercultural tendencies
(15:11) - more Cocodona 250 discussion - the direction the race is headed in, popularity, what makes it special, 2024 experience racing the likes of Harry, Jeff Browning, Arlen, Joe McConaughy, etc
(34:26) - discussion about the sustainability of a competitive mindset and whether it interferes with mental health
(59:57) - Saddles 100, philosophy about ultrarunning events, sponsorship, etc
(94:26) - overall philosophy of living and building
(141:20) - experience at the 2015 Ultramarathon Caballo Blanco
(152:18) - experience at the Alaska Mountain Wilderness Classic
(170:44) - inspiration from John Wesley Powell
(180:09) - takeaways from the conversation, race directing ideas
(200:01) - influence of parenthood

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