Fresh off a standout performance at the 2025 Canyons 100k, Ryan Montgomery secured a Golden Ticket and is headed back to Western States for the third time. With a previous 8th-place finish under his belt, Ryan returns with sharper strategy, bigger goals and deeper intention. But his story goes far beyond his success. As one of the few openly gay elite ultrarunners, Ryan is a powerful advocate for inclusion, authenticity and representation in the trail and ultra community. In this episode, we div...
Jun 23, 2025•39 min•Season 6Ep. 7
In this episode, host Scotty Sandow sits down with two remarkable athletes whose stories push the boundaries of resilience and possibility: Adam Popp and Dave Mackey. Popp, a retired US Air Force veteran and above-knee amputee, made history as the first above-knee amputee to finish a 100-mile ultramarathon. This June, he’s taking on the iconic Western States 100 with none other than Dave Mackey by his side. Mackey’s story is legendary. A former Ultrarunner of the Year (UROY), course record holde...
Jun 18, 2025•49 min•Season 6Ep. 6
In this episode, Scotty talks with editor-in-chief Amy Clark about the latest Trails issue. With in-depth articles about rhabdomyolysis, a 200-mile ultramarathon in a one-mile tunnel and much more, they get into the nitty gritty of what makes this issue so special. Watch this episode on YouTube . Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine. Thanks to our episode sponsor, Drymax ....
Jun 12, 2025•22 min•Season 6Ep. 3
Host Scotty Sandow sits down with editor in chief Amy Clark to dive into the latest issue of UltraRunning Magazine including the spring shoe review, a feature on the Grand Slam of Ultrarunning and lots of great training advice for upcoming race season. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thank you to our episode sponsor Drymax
May 22, 2025•27 min•Season 6Ep. 2
Dr. Nick Tiller brings his UltraRunning Magazine column, "Ask the Physiologist" to the podcast with host Scotty Sandow. Answering questions from our readers, Dr. Tiller gets to the heart of ultrarunning by offering up advice about training during an illness, what works and what doesn't when it comes to boosting your running routine, heart health, sodium intake, NSAIDs and much more. Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine to read more from Dr. Tiller Thanks to our episod...
May 01, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 6Ep. 5
What does it take to run 340 miles solo with one leg? In this episode, we’re joined by Jacky Hunt-Broesma, a cancer survivor, amputee and trailblazing ultrarunner who just conquered The Speed Project. From Los Angeles to Las Vegas, Jacky’s odyssey wasn’t just a test of physical endurance—it was a revolt against impossibility. Host Scotty Sandow talks with Jacky as she recounts battling pain, navigating lonely terrain and even dodging reckless drivers on her six-day trek through the Mojave Desert...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 6Ep. 4
In January 2025, Lucy Gossage made headlines as the overall female winner of the Montane Winter Spine Race in Britain, a grueling 268-mile ultramarathon that pushes athletes to their absolute limits. Not only did she win, but she smashed her time from the previous year by nearly 19 hours—a staggering improvement that speaks volumes about her determination and skill. Episode highlights: Transitioning from Ironman professional athlete to ultramarathons Ultrarunning origin story The importance of a...
Mar 12, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Season 6Ep. 3
Host Scotty Sandow sits down with Stephanie Howe and Kelly Newlon and dives into a boiling pot of conversation as each of them share their expertise on the day-to-day nutrition for ultrarunners. Kelly is a lifelong professional chef rooted deeply in sports nutrition and athlete management, which has taken her across the globe for everything from mountain endurance sports to the NBA. She is the founder of Real Athlete Diets (RAD), which specializes in providing nutritious athlete meals, brand con...
Feb 26, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 6Ep. 2
Scotty sits down with one of UltraRunning Magazine's newest columnists, Cliff Pittman. Cliff is a coach and competitive ultrarunner, and recaps his recent FKT attempt in his home state of Arkansas. He also discusses how to implement simplicity and specificity into training for your next ultra. Find more in the Dec/Jan 2025 and Feb/Mar 2025 issues of UltraRunning Magazine. Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Drymax...
Feb 13, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 6Ep. 1
Host Scotty Sandow sits down with editor in chief Amy Clark to talk about the latest issue of UltraRunning Magazine that features UltraRunners of the Year (UROY), ultrarunning stats from 2024 and so much more. Watch this episode on YouTube. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine. Thank you to our episode sponsor Drymax. Photo: Jacob Zocherman...
Jan 31, 2025•17 min•Season 6Ep. 1
It's the last month of 2024, which means we're ending season five of the UltraRunning Magazine Podcast with a festive dive into the old school-themed December/January issue. Host Scotty Sandow talks with editor in chief Amy Clark about the holiday gift guide, the Grand Slam of Ultras, upcoming UltraRunner of the Year voting and all of the great old school content from UltraRunning Magazine's amazing columnists. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Drymax Watch this po...
Dec 20, 2024•24 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Ultrarunning legend Liza Howard joins the show to talk about a very special trail camp: Band of Runners. Liza created the camp to help military veterans and their families learn about the benefits of being outside, running on trails and finding a community. She joins host Scotty Sandow, alongside Adam Delsman, a current camp mentor who was a former camp attendee, to talk about the benefits of a trail running camp for veterans and the success of Band of Runners. Thanks to our episode sponsor, Dry...
Nov 28, 2024•52 min•Season 5Ep. 6
In this episode, host Scotty Sandow talks with both editor in chief, Amy Clark, and publisher, Jamil Coury, about the latest October/November issue. With an emphasis on the aging ultrarunner, this issue is packed full of advice on how to continue to thrive in the sport of ultrarunning well past age 50. With race reports from High Lonesome 100, Headlands 50k, Shawnee Hills Trail Races and Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs, there's a lot to dive into. Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe to UltraR...
Oct 17, 2024•16 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Scotty sits down with Mandie Holmes, a seasoned ultrarunner who has competed at the Spartathlon in Greece, and will be toeing the line at the 2024 event as part of Team USA. She shares her experience running Spartathlon the first time and what she hopes to achieve in Greece this year. Holmes also touches on her previous race experiences including Western States, Ouray 100 and Swiss Alps 100, as well as her storied running career. Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine T...
Sep 27, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Scotty sits down with UltraRunning editor Amy Clark to take a peek inside the September issue. They talk about adventure running, training advice, Marathon Des Sables, Western States and so much more. With summer on its way out, this is a great issue to spark some new adventures of your own. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our sponsor Drymax Watch this podcast on YouTube...
Sep 12, 2024•19 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Dr. Jason Wagner returns to the podcast fresh off of a Leadville 100 finish. Host Scotty Sandow talks with Dr. Wagner about his race as well as the importance of sleep and tricks to manage sleep during training, racing and life. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Drymax Watch this episode on YouTube
Aug 28, 2024•1 hr 33 min•Season 5Ep. 5
In this episode, Scotty talks with UltraRunning Magazine's new publisher Jamil Coury. Known as an ultrarunning veteran and small business owner, Coury talks with Scotty about his history in the sport as well as how the magazine played an important part of his journey in ultrarunning. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Topo Athletic Watch this episode on YouTube...
Aug 22, 2024•47 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Join host Scotty Sandow as he talks with UltraRunning Editor-in-Chief Amy Clark about the July/August special trails issue that includes articles by Jeff Kozak, Max King, Maggie Guterl and more. Scotty and Amy also dive into the latest news from UltraRunning Magazine, along with a recap of their time covering Western States. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Topo Athletic...
Jul 19, 2024•19 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Harvey Lewis joins Scotty Sandow to chat about his upcoming race at Western States, getting married, his world record at Big's Backyard and so much more. Photo: Howie Stern Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our sponsor, Drymax Watch the interview with Harvey on Youtube
Jun 03, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Join host Scotty Sandow for an inside look at our May/June 2024 Issue with UltraRunning Magazine Editor-in-Chief, Amy Clark. Episode Highlights: Jasmin Paris's Historic Finish at the Barkley Marathons Cocodona 250 Anti-Doping Efforts in Ultrarunning Chasing Goals Raising awareness to fight sex trafficking (Learn more and give at www.freedomseat.org ) Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor DryMax Watch this episode on YouTube...
May 17, 2024•21 min•Season 5Ep. 4
It's spring and that means the April issue of UltraRunning Magazine is in full bloom. Scotty catches up with Editor-in-Chief Amy Clark to chat about race coverage in this issue including Rocky Raccoon, Cactus Roulette, Tarawera and Frozen Gnome. They also discuss the spring shoe review, John Trent's interview with Brian Morrison and a feature by Dr. Nick Tiller which discusses the gap between men's and women's finishes that seems to be getting smaller as race distances grow longer. There's so mu...
Apr 19, 2024•14 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Olivia Affuso is an ultrarunner, scientist and seeker of all things difficult. Scotty talks with Olivia about her desire to try new things, run a 50k in all 50 states and goals as a female master's runner. She discusses her upcoming trip to climb Kilimanjaro, the process of writing her memoir while also being an advocate for women in sports. Photo: Jenny Thorsen Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our sponsor Drymax...
Mar 29, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 5Ep. 1
UltraRunning' s Editor in Chief, Amy Clark, joins Scotty to discuss highlights of the March 2024 issue, which is available now. Amy offers a sneak peek into the spring issue, featuring an ultra kit gear review, race reports from Tunnel Hill, HURT 100 and more. From discussions on artificial intelligence to Kilian Jornet's latest venture into sustainable running shoes, there's something for every ultrarunner. Amy and Scotty also discuss a new column dedicated to women's health, written by some of...
Mar 19, 2024•20 min•Season 5Ep. 2
In the first episode of 2024, Scotty catches up with UltraRunning' s Editor-in-Chief, Amy Clark, to chat about the December/January issue. Race coverage includes the Barkley Fall Classic, Swiss Alps 100, Tahoe Rim Trail and Broken Anvil Backyard. They also discuss Amy's interview with Death Cab for Cutie frontman, Ben Gibbard, as well as a few more fun features from this jam-packed issue. Subscribe to UltraRunning Watch this episode on YouTube Thanks to our sponsor, Drymax...
Jan 25, 2024•20 min•Season 5Ep. 1
Andrea Larson, an incredible trailblazer, recently set an FKT on the Superior Hiking Trail in northern Minnesota. As a resilient mother of three and executive director of Ironbull, Andrea shared her inspiring journey with Scotty which included scorching weather and tough terrain, as well as her historic race finishes and a hope to inspire all fitness levels towards a more active lifestyle. Tune in for a story of resilience, determination and outdoor adventure. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine ...
Dec 13, 2023•57 min•Season 4Ep. 16
In this fartleck of an episode, UltraRunning Magazine Editor-in-Chief, Amy Clark, dishes out some of the ultra goodies to be found in the October / November issue, which celebrates the ultrarunning community. With race coverage of the Warriors UltraRun, High Lonesome 100, Manitou's Revenge and more, Scotty talks with Amy about what makes the ultrarunning community so incredible. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor, Drymax Watch this episode on YouTube...
Oct 31, 2023•13 min•Season 4Ep. 7
UltraRunning Magazine Podcast regular Jason Wagner joins the show once again to recap his latest 100-mile race, Cascade Crest. What is usually an episode packed with advice on heat illness prevention or cold weather running, this time Scotty talks with Dr. Wagner about the trials and tribulations during his own 100-mile race. Hear more about this mountainous 100-mile race in Washington state, Dr. Wagner's experience, some banter about high school wrestling and much more. We enjoyed having Dr. Wa...
Oct 17, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 4Ep. 15
Veteran ultrarunner Van Phan returns to the show and talks with Scotty about joining the 100 x 100 club after a win at the Hamster Endurance Runs 32-hour race. They discuss how she got to this incredible milestone, what keeps her going and how she has stayed healthy over years. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Drymax
Sep 25, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 14
In July 2023, torrential rainstorms caused catastrophic flooding throughout the state of Vermont, resulting in the cancellation of the Vermont 100. Scotty sat down with Vermont 100 race director, Amy Rusiecki, to find out how volunteers and runners came together and turned a heartbreaking natural disaster into a different kind of endurance event by helping the local community. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Drymax Find out more about Vermont Adaptive...
Sep 06, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 13
We sat down with 18-year-old Kaylee Frederick just one week after she became the youngest athlete ever to finish Badwater 135, one of ultrarunning’s toughest events. Kaylee joined the show to talk about her experience, lessons learned and the force behind her determination to run challenging races at such a young age. Hailing from Johnstown, PA, Kaylee is sure to inspire runners and non-runners alike. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor, Drymax Watch this episode on ...
Aug 21, 2023•47 min•Season 4Ep. 12
