30 Best Ultra Running Podcasts to Listen to in 2025
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Hey friends! I wanted to take a moment to share something I’m incredibly grateful for… This week, I found out that Run the Riot Podcast was listed #5 on Feedspot’s 30 Best Ultra Running Podcasts! How cool is that?? You can check out the full list here: 30 Best Ultra Running Podcasts I never started the podcast for recognition—I started it because I love this community and I’m fascinated by the stories behind the miles. That this little podcast has grown and connected with so many runners is honestly humbling. So thank you—for listening, for sharing, and for being a part of it. I encourage you to check out the others on the list too! So much good content to consume on your long runs! And speaking of powerful stories… Have you heard Angela Smith’s episode yet? But what really stood out wasn’t just her time—it was her heart, her faith, and her honest reflections on the journey. Check it out here: EP172 - State Records & Stroller Runs: Angela Smith's Record-Breaking Run at the Prairie Spirit 100! Here’s what we dive into:
Angela’s story is a reminder that with purpose, support, and persistence, we’re capable of incredible things. Thanks again for being here. Let’s keep lifting each other up and running strong. On the Journey, |
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You Weren’t Meant to Run Alone Hey Reader, This past weekend, something special happened at the Prairie Spirit 100. I was out there testing out my knee and pushing through another 100-mile race. I'll probably speak to that more in a future podcast. I had some observations as I watched others around me. Photo by Mile 90 Photography Sure, there were some strong runners. Some big, crazy, buckle-worthy efforts. Records broken. And plenty of grit on display. But what stood out most to me wasn’t...
What if You Had to Run Seven Marathons in Seven Days? Or 200 miles in 4 days? Most runners finish a marathon and take weeks to recover. But what if you had to wake up the next day and do it all over again… for an entire week? That is exactly what recent Run the Riot Podcast guest Becca Pizzi did—twice. She ran seven marathons on seven continents in seven days and broke a world record. Training for back-to-back races is not just about endurance—it is about recovery, strategy, and mindset....
Hey Reader! This past weekend, Jen and I took on the Little Rock Marathon and Half—and we had a blast! But as many of you know, my knee isn’t at 100%, so I found myself doing what I always do in a race: periodic check-ins. I was constantly assessing how it felt, making sure nothing was getting worse. These little self-assessments are something every runner should practice—catching small issues early can help prevent them from turning into race-ending problems. Little Rock Marathon: As you can...