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Ultra Running Magazine Podcast
Hosted by UltraRunning Magazine · EN
The UltraRunning Magazine Podcast brings listeners in-depth conversations with elite ultrarunners, coaches, medical professionals, race directors and more who cover any and all topics in the world of ultrarunning.
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What's the Issue w/ Amy Clark
4w ago00:36:58Tap to summarizeEditor in Chief Amy Clark joins host Scotty Sandow to break down the April/May 2026 issue. They discuss mountain racing and what it means for flatlanders chasing UTMB dreams, Amy's firsthand experience at this year's Barkley Marathons, Dr. Nick Tiller's deep dive into AI training plans, a spring shoe review, a in-depth look at fear as a tool rather than a weakness, and the brand new love advice column: The Love Outpost with Schuyler Hall. Watch this episode on Youtube Subscribe to Ultrarunning Magazine Presented by Topo Athletic
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How to Run & Crew Your First 100K
Apr 2300:53:48Tap to summarizeShe won her first ultra three weeks after her collegiate career ended. Ellie Baxter just ran the longest race of her life — 62 miles and 11,000 feet of vertical at the Gorge Waterfalls 100K — but she had a few questions first. So we brought in backup. Professional ultra trail runner Kat Edwards Anderson and her husband and crew chief Jason Anderson join Ellie and her boyfriend Spencer Pickren for a no-holds-barred download on how to run your first 100K and how to crew one for the very first time. From nutrition and hydration to emotional support, aid station efficiency and what to do when everything goes sideways — this one is required listening whether you're the runner or the one holding the snacks. Kat's been there. Jason's seen things. And Ellie's about to find out. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine. Thanks to our episode sponsor Topo Athletic
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Kat Edwards Anderson
Apr 901:01:12Tap to summarizeKat Edwards Anderson is a professional ultra trail runner and coach with the Chaski Endurance Collective, and she's about to toe the line at Cocodona 250 for the second time. In this conversation, Kat opens up about her journey from a burned-out high school runner to one of the most exciting young names in the sport — the faith that drives her, the sacrifices that almost broke her, and what she learned from one of the hardest nights of her racing life. Watch this episode on Youtube Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Topo Athletic
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Trail Running Film Festival
Mar 2500:48:52Tap to summarizeDirector of the Trail Running Film Festival, Mathias Eichler, chats with podcast host Scotty Sandow about the upcoming festival which celebrates trail running in a film format. Scotty talks to Mathias about the evolution of the Trail Running Film Festival and what people can expect to see at this year's event (spoiler alert: it's bigger and better). Watch the podcast on Youtube Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor, Topo Athletic Trail Running Film Festival schedule
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The Cutoff w/ Dylan Harris & Jamil Coury
Mar 1900:46:59Tap to summarizeHost Scotty Sandow sits down with filmmaker Dylan Harris and Aravaipa Running's Jamil Coury to discuss the latest Cocodona 250 documentary film, The Cutoff. Following the final runners through the Arizona desert, The Cutoff takes viewers through the real-time emotions of back-of-the-pack endurance runners and their attempts to make it to the finish line before the end of the race, and the heartbreaking potential of missing the cutoff after running for 250 miles. The Cutoff is touring the country now through the end of March. Find a full schedule of cities and dates here. Watch this episode on Youtube. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine. Thanks to our episode sponsor Topo Athletic.
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Ultra Shorts: What's the Issue w/ Amy Clark
Feb 500:22:16Tap to summarizeHost Scotty Sandow sits down with the editor-in-chief of UltraRunning Magazine, Amy Clark, to discuss the latest issue. Packed with more than just UltraRunners of the Year, features include "Are We Really Born to Run?" by Dr. Nick Tiller, and a personal account of the Strava + Chipotle Challenge by Jamil Coury. Scotty and Amy talk about what readers can expect to find inside the magazine and more. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Watch this episode on YouTube Thanks to our episode sponsor, Topo Athletic
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Eating Disorders w/ Jill Colangelo
Jan 2901:12:54Tap to summarizeResearch affiliate Jill Colangelo returns to the podcast to discuss her study on ultra endurance athletes. She talks with host Scotty Sandow about the results of the study, what determines an athlete's risk for developing an eating disorder, the effects of overtraining and much more. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Watch this episode on YouTube Thanks to our episode sponsor Topo Athletics
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UROY Top 5 Preview
Jan 800:48:43Tap to summarizeHost Scotty Sandow kicks of season 7 off the UltraRunning Magazine Podcast with columnist Drew Dinan and editor in chief Amy Clark. They sit down to discuss the process of voting for UltraRunners of the Year and reveal both of their picks for the top five men and women, and much more. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor, Topo Athletic Watch this episode on YouTube
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The Post-Race Blues w/ Tim Gorichanaz
Dec 1700:39:53Tap to summarizeIn this episode, host Scotty Sandow sits down with the author of The Post-Race Blues, Tim Gorichanaz, featured in the December 2025/January 2026 issue. Tim talks with Scotty about the research behind the feelings associated with post-race depression, his own experiences with it after running ultramarathons and ways that athletes can resolve those feelings. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor, Drymax Photo: Facchino Photography
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Buckle Fever w/ Shannon Weil
Dec 101:23:38Tap to summarizeAs the Western States lottery approaches, host Scotty Sandow sat down with the legendary Shannon Weil, co-founder of the Western States Endurance Run, to talk about her book, Buckle Fever. The book explores the history of the Western States Endurance Run and how the passion and creativity of the founders cultivated a race that became one of the world's oldest, most revered 100-milers. Watch this episode on Youtube Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Drymax
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