"Whatever they have for the day or for the week, if they have more than they need, they give that away." Luis Martinez is a distance runner, and computer systems engineer who holds a wealth of knowledge around the Tarahumara Indians. Luis discusses some of the Tarahumara history, culture, running, and modern influences. Hear how he raised money for the Tarahumara by running and biking from Colorado to Enrique Mexico and how he ran into Scott Jurek. He also discusses being inspired by the book Bo...
Jan 24, 2022•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 92
"You find confidence and you find trust and you have to have faith in yourself. Without having faith in yourself, you're never going to go off and do things." Jonathan Throne is a badass ultra trail runner and software engineer who lives up in northern California. Jonathan details being a former US Army Reserve member, how he lives with a genetic disorder, getting through major surgery, running and his diet. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/r...
Jan 17, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 91
"It's almost like if you go through a traumatic experience and you don't treat it, it's almost like your brain wants more trauma." Karna Chana Blugrind was born in Denmark, converted to Judaism, went through some big life transitions and loves the running community. Her her compelling story and how running changed her life. Co-Host Jennifer Charpentier joins in on the conversation and shares more stories from the A.T. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.pat...
Jan 10, 2022•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 90
"I'm just such a nerd of the sport. I'm just curious. I want to find out what works and what doesn't and that's the driving force for me and everything that I do." Anthony Kunkel is an athlete and runs Ultrahouse Durango. Anthony talks about coaching, partnering with brands, how he bio-hacks himself to a better version of himself, and his relationship with Ultrahouse Durango. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the...
Jan 03, 2022•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 89
"The most important thing for all of us I believe, and what helps us be better people is that we feel valued by the people around us." Susan Simmons is an ultramarathon swimmer. Hear how she deals with MS, the different types of water she swims in, swimming with Orcas, how she eats and get nutrition in the water, being a coach for Special Olympics, advocating for people with physical and intellectual disabilities and diversity and inclusion within the sport. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joini...
Dec 27, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 88
"I think if it wasn't for the running community and for the people that I train…I don't know if I would have survived." Lisa Felder aka "Mama Lisa" has run over 100 ultramarathons, is a running coach, mentor and cancer survivor. Hear how running has changed over the last 40 years, how she got her start as a coach, how she sees diversity and inclusion, and Pinkathon. Karina Powell is a physician assistant and a distance runner. Hear how she turned to running to help with sobriety and mental healt...
Dec 20, 2021•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 87
"I want people to realize like, I'm out there restoring new trails to make sure that they have access to an entire national forest." Dillion Osleger is the Executive Director of Sage Trail Alliance which is a multiuser trail stewardship and conservation group in Santa Barbara CA. He is also a professional mountain biker. Dillon talks with Luis about the importance of trails, taking care of nature, respecting property owners, FKTs and donating for the better good. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. ...
Dec 13, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 86
"I am seeing a lot of trash in our oceans so I think it's really important that I get our community working on cleaning up our environment and making them aware of that." Christina Hernandez is the Community Outreach Coordinator for the Dunes Center in the California town of Guadalupe. Luis chats with Christina about the history of Guadalupe, outdoor space and the importance of the The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/...
Dec 06, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 85
"I just want to get as many faces in here that are unlike the other faces that you see all the time." Chris McDougall, Challis Popkey, Iman Wilkerson, Zachary Friedley, Alejandra Santos, Jenna Crawford, Karma Park, Noah Haidle, Emmanuel Rumes, Eric Orton, and Marcus Rentie gather in a hotel lobby in Colton, CA. to discuss all things running and beyond. Hear secret details about the upcoming book Born To Run 2. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com...
Nov 29, 2021•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 84
"It's failed in a lot of ways as a business but it's succeeded exponentially as a community and what it has created because of that." Crista Scott Tappan is an ultra runner and founder of Dirtbag Runners. In this episode, she discusses her first Born To Run experience, being raised by her grandparents, and why she needs a sabbatical. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on...
Nov 22, 2021•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 83
"Eating the elephant one bite at a time. It's that mentality with ultrarunning." Jake Kilgore is the co-race director and founder of the DC Peaks 50. He shares his prison experience with us and what he learned from it. Hear all about the DC Peaks 50 in Utah and how a blizzard and inclement weather derailed the entire event and what he is going to do different next year. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podca...
Nov 15, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 82
"We don't want to do something just for the sake of doing it, or because it's easy. We want to add value." Dan Suher works at Coros wearables in marketing and sales. Dan chats with Luis about how he got his start in the running world and specifically the business side of running. Hear about the history of Coros and all the amazing features it offers to its customers. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast ...
Nov 08, 2021•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 81
"I'm really fucking good at ignoring pain." Michael Versteeg is a bad ass professional distance runner sponsored by Satisfy. Hear about him building tiny homes, why he walked off the Colorado Trail after completing over 400 miles, his musical tastes, microdosing and why he will never tape his nipples. David Valenzuela joins in on the conversation and gives his best advice for making the thru-hike on the A.T. He talks about wearing sandals and all the lessons he learned on the trail. Barefoot Ted...
Nov 01, 2021•2 hr 59 min•Ep. 80
"It's actually probably one of the hardest things I have done because I had to do all the other races with a concussion." Samantha Wood serves in the California National Army Guard as an orthopedic physical therapist. She is a distance runner and a professional Spartan OCR athlete. Hear how she raised money for Caldor fire victims in California by virtually running the Tahoe 200. Brad Timmerman shares his favorite spots to run in Folsom CA. he is a member of the Army National Guard. Support Road...
Oct 25, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 79
"We're all people. All of us are struggling, no matter what. You can't get through this life without a challenge without a struggle right?" Katie Asmuth is a professional athlete who runs for Sacuony and is a nurse practitioner. She gives her thoughts on homelessness, becoming a brand ambassador, what gear she likes to use, her experience running Western States 100 and running with a tampon in her nose. Annalisa Romero is the marketing director for Fleet Feet Sacramento. Support Road Dog Podcast...
Oct 18, 2021•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 78
"At the time I was embarrassed, like who wants to admit that they let themselves become a heroin addict." Patrick Vaughan is a distance runner who completed the Triple Crown of distance running in 2018. He is currently starring in the film Confessions of a Runner , which details his 290 mile run on the Lebanon Mountain Trail, his addiction and overcoming it. Kroy Taughinbaugh from XO Skin also joins in on the conversation. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://ww...
Oct 11, 2021•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 77
"To be in an area without people is a pretty magical thing, I think." Brian Sarvis is the author of the book Condor Trail Guide . Stretching over more than 400 miles across the length of Los Padres National Forest, the Condor Trail is a distance hiking route that travels coastal mountain ranges and canyons deep in the backcountry of California's central coast. Hear stories about Brian's thru-hike and best practices when out on the trail. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Commun...
Oct 04, 2021•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 76
"When you push yourself beyond where you went before and you keep on going, that's success." Jaala Shaw served in the Peace Core, used to own a cross fit gym, and currently is an educator and teacher who used to work for the State Department. Learn all about a Go Ruck race and her attempts at Go Ruck Selection. Hear her thoughts on Afghanistan where she spent some time teaching. Luis is joined by guest host Rob DeCou. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.pat...
Sep 27, 2021•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 75
"Running is good for my body, and then running outdoors is good for my mind, but trail running is good for all of me." Terry Chiplin is the founder the the US Trail Running Conference and host running altitude camps for runners. Hear how he got his start running in England and how the US Trail Running Conference is focused on doing good for the planet and diversity and inclusion for the sport. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2...
Sep 20, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 74
"There's no way I could carry a 50lbs pack and a 50lbs kid at the same time." Cassie and Josh Sutton hiked the Appalachian Trail in 209 days with their 5 year old son Harvey. Hear how they overcame many obstacles and how they got their trail names of Straps, Hot Hands and Little Man. Luis is joined by guest host Joanie Anderson. Special bonus mini conversation with Mike Miller about the Copper Canyons Endurance Runs. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patr...
Sep 13, 2021•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 73
"I want to change the way Mexicans view running and fitness." Miguel Angel Moreno is the creator of The UltraHouse which houses runners in Phoenix, Durango and Hawaii. Hear how he grew up on a farm in Pennsylvania, moved to Arizona, was in gang fights, had addiction problems, started The UltraHouse and how he is making running more accessible to Mexicans. Ed "The Jester" Ettinghausen co-hosts this episode. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roa...
Sep 06, 2021•1 hr 54 min•Ep. 72
"How far can I push my limits? How far can I take myself out of that comfort zone? You know, not do something easy." Amy Chavez is a nurse who has run tons of ultras and Iron Mans'. Hear how her running journey started, her battles with addiction, being homeless and her resilience to stay sober. Bill Skyles sits in as co-host on this special episode. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platf...
Aug 30, 2021•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 71
"The journey is the destination. We need to savor everyday on the trail." In this special episode, Luis interviews thru-hikers on the Appalachian Trail. Learn about the AT terms and phrases like Nobo, Sobo, a zero, flip-flop, trail magic, and Gut Hook. Luis Chats with Gringo Loco, Gwight, Gramps, Johnny Boy, Perch, Off Grid, Hot Wheels, Bowie, Joel, The Late Start, Hopper, Too Late, Michigan Milly, Howdy, Pacha Plinko, Sweatsicles, Second Coming, Stealth, Mala, Basco, Layers and more. Support Ro...
Aug 23, 2021•2 hr 23 min•Ep. 70
"You won't find a more stubborn person in the world than you will in a Mainer. That's a fact!" Chris Shane is a photographer and filmmaker from Maine. Hear about moxie, whooping pies, ice fishing, canoes, beer and New England states. Recorded while hiking up the AT in Maine so please excuse the audio quality. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. DRYMAX show code: Roadd...
Aug 16, 2021•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 69
"We were running on old extinct volcanos and across lava fields and getting that all explained to us by the local team." Sean Meehan is a running guide with Rogue Expeditions. He takes runners on adventure travel or runcations all over the world. Hear cool stories about putting on events globally and all the challenges that come with it. Sean is also the author of the book Venture. Luis is joined by co-host Jeff Genova for this episode. Jeff is an expert on beer and a talented photographer. Supp...
Aug 09, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 68
"There's nothing like running a race and seeing the blood of your fellow runners on the trail." Heidi Garner is an artist, runner, teacher and mother. Recorded in Olympic Valley just before the start of Western States 100. Hear how Heidi got into running, her favorite local running spots, how she creates art and what art styles she is into. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you li...
Aug 02, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 67
"There was a distinct point where I made that choice to live authentically and to transition." Karma Park is a runner in Alabama and is currently on some amazing running streaks. Hear her story in running and life as she transitions into an authentic version of herself. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. XOSKIN show code: Road Dog Listeners get a special 15% off at h...
Jul 26, 2021•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 66
"The origin story for UltraSignup runs through Western States." David Callahan and Jay Kelley are the new owners of UltraSignup. Luis sits down with them in Olympic Valley just before the start of Western States 100. Hear how UltraSignup is not just for long distance races and the changes coming down the pipe like virtual races, social aspects and new categories for runners. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the ...
Jul 19, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 65
"There is such a thing as doing way too much for a 100. What is it? I think it's 80/20 mind and body." Patrick Reagan is a professional endurance runner and a musician. Recorded live at Olympic Valley just a couple days before the start of Western States 100. Hear how Patrick got his start running, playing music, his favorite ultra races and how he trains. With special guests Martin Hernandez from Drymax, Ted Knudsen owner of S.F. Running Co. and Yuri Hauswald from Gu. Support Road Dog Podcast b...
Jul 12, 2021•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 64
"If you wait around for a perfect time you are never going to do something. I needed to find out more about myself." Jennifer Charpentier is thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail during this chat with Luis. They discuss Born To Run Ultramarathon, photojournalism, being adopted, and all the steps she took to get to the A.T. Hear how Jen got her trail name "Mosey", what food she carries, and all the wild experiences she is having out on the A.T. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Comm...
Jul 05, 2021•1 hr 57 min•Ep. 63
