Buckleheads Podcast

In this episode we talked with Elden , to get his thoughts on this year’s Heartland 100 Spirit of the Prairie 100 mile ultra race. Then we chat about our race at Heartland. To mix it up a little we convinced our wives to join us for the episode to get their thoughts on the race and other aspects of ultra running. Shay and Brandi are incredibly supportive and we are excited to hear their takes on t...

In Episode 59 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we chat with Paul Cutbirth and Devin as they both just ran The Arkansas Traveller 100 in Perryville, Arkansas This race is one of the oldest 100 mile races in the country. Listen in as Devin and Paul chat about their training, how their race went, and the amazing volunteers and race director. It’s sounds like this is a race that everyone should add to thei...

In episode 58 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we sit down and talk with Jenny Stipp and Kelly Force and we go over their experiences at this years Barkley Fall Classic in Warburg, Tennessee. The event took place September 20th, 2025. The Barkley Fall Classic is designed to give the runner a taste of what the Barkley Marathons is all about. The course is designed to challenge the runner mentally, as we...

In episode 57 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we sit down with Derek Taussig. Derek is from the Manhattan area and has only been running ultras for the past 2 years. We talk about many things including his journey into ultrarunning, being a business owner, father, husband the benefit of doing hard things, the value of pacers and crew, and his most recent race the Wasatch 100. Share this podcast with a...

In episode 56 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we sit down and talk with Matt Magnuson. Matt is a husband, father, ultrarunner, DDP Yoga instructor, and a business owner and we chat about all of those things. Matt also just became the first person to finish the Iron Will Grand Slam which required finishing four 100 miles races…..Earth Day Buckle mania, Honey Badger, Iron Will Backroads, and Iron Will 1...

In episode 55 of the Bucklheads Podcast, we sit on with Rick and Kristi Mayo, the owners of Mile 90 Photography. If you have run an ultra race in the midwest, there is a good chance you have been photographed at the race by Mile 90. In this episode, we talk about how they got started in running ultras and how that led into photography at races. We also talk about balancing being at races all weeke...

In Episode 54 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we sit down with Rob Hays. R ob was a guest on episode of 24 where we go into detail with his story and upbringing. The main focus of the discussion was how to safely and strategically implement some speed, or faster, work in to your training in order to improve your VO2 max, aerobic capacity, and running economy…..which all leads to becoming a better runn...

In Episode 53 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we sit down for round 2 with Richard Gleave. Richard is the host of the Choose to Endure Podcast, and in this episode, we do a deep dive into his experience at the Cocodona 250. From the lead up and the training leading up to the race, to the ups, the downs, the struggles, and how the race unfolded for him. We then talk about the power of picking yourself...

In Episode 52 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we sit down with Ian Cropp. Ian is a teacher, cross country coach, and founder of the Top City Run Club . We chat about coaching, his own run journey, building up the running community, and more. They meet at 6:00pm at Felker Park in Topeka. Follow Top City Run Club on social media. https://www.instagram.com/topcityrunclub/ Heartland 100 - Spirit of the Pr...

In Episode 51 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we are joined by Jessa Peterson. Jessa is a yoga instructor and owner of Chapter Five Yoga and also runs ultramarathons. We talk all about her fitness journey and dive into her most recent race, the High Lonesome 100 near Buena Vista, Colorado. For more information on Chapter 5 Yoga, please check out the link below https://www.chapterfiveyoga.com/classes H...

For episode 50, Devin and Brian chat with Elden about everything from growing up in Hawaii to becoming a race director and the vice president of the Kansas Ultrarunners Society. We talked a lot about the Heartland 100 which was Elden’s first 100 mile race. He has been the race director for Heartland for almost a decade and this year they are offering finisher’s rings to celebrate the race’s 25th a...

In episode 49 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we recap how the Ouray 100 went for the 5 Kansas runners that attempted. Jonathan, Blaine, Rob, Brian and Andrea. The race did not go as well had hoped, If this weekend wasn't an example to never be afraid step up to the plate and take a swing at something big that you're not guaranteed to complete, I'm not sure what is. Unfortunately, the Oura...

You've heard us bring it up for months, we've have the RD  Charles Johnston  on the podcast, the training is done, the race is finally here. The  Ouray 100  starts this Friday. There has never been a Kansas finisher, and this year, 5 runners from the Sunflower state will take a swing at one of the most difficult 100 milers out there. Brian , Blaine, Rob,  Jonathan  and Andrea will all atte...

In episode 47 of The Buckleheads Podcast, we are joined by Kelly Force. In this episode, we talk about Kellys upbringing, what got her into running, how having a support system while going after big goals is crucial while balancing being a mother and wife. We also dive into her recent experience pacing at the Western States 100 for over 45 miles with her runner finishing in the Golden Hour. Kelly...

In episode 46 of the Buckleheads Podcast, We sat down with Chase and Casey Hammond this past weekend to record our next episode. We discuss several things including The Summit 200, the new formula and flavors for Proxima C Endurance Fuel, and their newest creation…..a one of a kind race, The Pilgrimage. There is still time to register for The Summit which is about a month out. An in depth analysis...

Episode 45 of the Buckleheads podcast starts with Stefanie and Roger Bieberle as we do a recap of how Heat Wave unfolded. From the record setting performances, to the detail in which Roger provided with what exactly went wrong with the tracking system and how it was resolved. This was the first race directed for both of them and it was an incredible success. We then go to the live race interviews...

In episode 44 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we sit down with Jonathon Prosser and Sean Frost and we talk about their 'Run Kansas 250 Miles.' Listen in as they talk about their adventure that started in Nebraska and ended in Oklahoma. They completed this journey as a fundraiser and you can still support their cause. Links to donate to both charities are below. Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll...

In episode 43 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we sit down with Brenyn and Jadyn St Vrain. Brenyn and Jadyn are brothers from Wichita, Kansas and have been running ultras in the area for a few years now. Despite them being younger, they have already accomplished big goals such as finishing the Cocodona 250, Honey Badger 100, Pure Hell 140, and many other tough races. We dive into how Cocodona unfolded,...

On Episode 42 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we have Brandon Walker. From Stroke to 200 miles. We talked everything from life on the farm, running after a stroke and heart surgery, the Boston Marathon, The Cowboy 200, and much more. Share this podcast with anyone who may find value. REMEMBER Heatwave 6/12/24 Hour Race. June 12th, 2025 in Rose Hill, Ks. "BHPOD10" for 10% discount. https://ultrasignup....

In episode 41 of the Buckleheads podcast, we have the Co-Race Director and founder of the Ouray 100, Charles Johnston. In this episode, we talk about his days of getting into running and what originally brought him to Colorado. We then dive into that creation of the Ouray 100 and how it became one of the most difficult 100 mile races in North America. Brian is running the Ouray 100 as well as 4 ot...

In Episode 40 of the Buckleheads podcast, we have Stefanie Bieberle. In this episode Devin and I talk with Stefanie Bieberle. We talk about several things includinginf her running journey, the Kansas Ultrarunners Society, and becoming an RD and starting the Heat Wave 6/12/24 hour race. Don’t forget to use code BHPOD10 to get a 10% discount on the Heat Wave registration.  Link to Kansas Ultrarunner...

You asked and we answered. Last night we recorded episode 39. In this episode Jonathan and Christopher joined us to answer questions from our listeners. Thank you to everyone who submitted questions. You can see from the video that we took a big step up in our equipment this week. Thank you Nathan for helping us out by providing the mics, headphones, and sound board. We’re professionals now! We al...

In episode 38 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we sit down talk with Angela Smith. We talk about a variety of things such as Angela recently setting the Kansas state record for the 100 mile distance, the Boston Marathon, and balancing training and racing with family life. Have a listen tomorrow and please share it with others who would like to hear it.  Run happy. Train hard. We’ll see you out there.

In Episode 37 of The Buckleheads Podcast, We sit down with Amber and Lindsey and chat about Amber’s journey into running ultramarathons. This is our first sibling episode and Amber and Linsdey are sisters! Lindsey is her crew at almost every race so we talk about the support she provides and we get her perspective on the crazy world of ultras. We also go through a wide variety of topics including...

In episode 36 of the Bucklheads Podcast, we have a recap and live interviews from the Eternal Damnation Last Man Standing at Hell Creek put on by Ultraverse Supplements. Devin and Brian both participated in the event and we each give our thoughts on how the race unfolded. We then go into the live race interviews that were done before, during, and after our races ended. We chat briefly with Chase a...