Miles & Mountains

Andy Morris is a Combat Veteran and Elite Athlete from Tri-Cities, WA. He sits down for an episode to share how dialed in he is as a Father, Coach, Mountaineer, and Spartan Competitor. He is 44 years old and competes every day as if it is last. Instagram: @andyjmo https://instagram.com/andyjmo?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://linktr.ee/Andyjmo Shoutout to : Andy Morris  The Morris Family  FITAID Fi...

The Merriott Brothers (J.W. and little brother J.C.) travel from North Spokane to visit the TeaCup Studio. J.W. talks about Bullfighting, his story on how it all started, what brought him to the rodeo game, his team (Pork & Beans), and his brother (bull rider) chimes in once in a while.  The brothers traveling three hours to visit the studio proves how much they are dedicated and want to show...

Miles and Mountains sit with Colorado's self-proclaim freelance  Bullfighter, Christian Mills. He shares how life is on the road as a bullfighter in his 1996 Ford Econoline conversion van. He is a man of faith, hard work, and integrity.  Instagram:  @christian7956 https://instagram.com/christian7956?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christian.mills.7771?mibextid=LQQJ4...

Meet the man behind the lens, the freelance photographer, and the man behind this season's project, Ross James. Ross is currently helping recording an epic adventure, “Bulgers in a Season” a project by Andrew Okerlund. Ross takes us on his journey of how and what it takes to document such a feat. Ross has a niche for recording beautiful terrain and moments and is always up to tackle mountains...

Meet Blogger/Influencer, Adventurer, Podcaster, Comedian Greg Sakowicz, a.k.a. on Instagram Fatmanlittletrail.  He shares his story on how it all started on the trail and how Fatmanlittletrail came about to take the social media world by storm. You have to check Greg out, give him a follow, listen, and watch I guarantee you won't be disappointed because it's all relatable no matter how f...

Meet the Man of Mystery and Bull Rider Mikey Camacho. Mikey is part of the Southeast Boys and the podcast's first sponsored athlete. He shares his story on how it all started, what brought him to the rodeo game, and how serving his country comes first over everything else. Instagram: @officialmikey_camacho https://instagram.com/officialmikey_camacho?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Facebook: https://w...

Meet the modern-day Cormac McCarthy and Denis Lehane, Reagan Pettigrew. Reagan is a U.S. Coast Guard Veteran, Author/Writer, Blogger/ Photographer, and Adventurer/Mountaineer. Reagan shares his brilliant debut book "Suicide in Slow Motion, "A Veteran's Journey From Madness to Redemption." It's a book about loss and the weight of suicidal ideation about PTSD/ Self-destructi...

Meet comedian and beatboxer, Tyler Boeh. Tyler is a former acapella group vocalist turned beatboxer and funnyman. He is a comfortable, quick-witted, all-around family-friendly act who leaves everything on stage. We talk comedy, dry bar comedy scene compared to shock comedy, family, running, and just talk shop to get to know the man himself. You got to see for yourself what Tyler brings to the crow...

Meet Montana Bull Rider and actor Melvin Jay Esh. Melvin is the cowboy behind Elaine Kimball’s “Praying Cowboy” portrait. We talk about Montana Rodeos and bull riding compared to the well-known bull riding states. He shares his story on how it all started and how he got the role on the renowned television show Yellowstone. Instagram: @esh_melvin https://instagram.com/esh_melvin?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2...

Meet Florida's Brook's Run Happy Team Ultra-Runner, Coach, and an all-around great guy who enjoys the sport we all love. He is dialing things in to take the ultra world by storm, especially the infamous Rebecca Mountain 50 miler. We talk shop, running, keeping ourselves accountable, and what got him in the Ultra World. Give Anthony a listen and follow. Instagram: @anttwalk https://instag...

Meet Jack Kuenzle, Yale Graduate, Former Navy Seal, and the man behind the Fastest Known Times (FKT's) up: Denali 6-5-23 in 10 hours 14 mins 57 secs. Beating Killian Jornet's record by 1 hour 34 mins. Mt. Rainier 5-3-23 in 3 hours 4 mins 31 secs. Mt. Shasta 4-14-23 in 2 hours 30 mins 48 secs; Mt Shasta Ascent 4-1-22 in 1 hour 28 mins 58 secs He gained recognition when he completed Mt. Ho...

Nick and Dan sit down once and for all to finally chop up our Mt. Hood summit.  Shout out:  Dan Fielder Jokers Comedy Club Mt. Hood Brewing Company  Rattlesnake Brewing Company Send us Fan Mail

Kevin P. Conley Jr. meets us for an intense episode 160. He is an Adventurer, Hot Shot Wildland Firefighter, Endurance Athlete, adult, and children's book author. Kevin shares his story and passion for helping others with his life story and his memoir Above the Ashes. His story will move you and anyone in the room. He hopes his story helps those struggling to speak up and talk to someone.  If...

Meet the 24 years old Ivy League Med Student, Adventurer, FKT Enthusiasts, Ultra Endurance Athlete, and Podcaster (Host of: From the Back Country), Will Peterson. Will is behind the FKT (Fastest Known Time) of the New Hampshire (White Mountains) 48- 4000 footers and the movie "The 48", which comes out in the Summer of 2023. No matter his title, Will has the grit to conquer anything in fr...

Comedian, Talented Musician, and The Heelys athlete James Geisler is back. He was featured in Episode 62 and is back to talk updates on music, Heelys, skits, and how successful he has been since our last visit. It was time to bring him back, to thank him for being part of the podcast success and of course talk shop.   Shoutout to : James Geisler  Instagram: @jamesmakesmusic  To purchase Heelys go...

Meet the lady behind the lens, Northwest Pro Rodeo Association (NPRA) Photographer Elaine Kimball. Elaine takes us down the road to being a self-made rodeo photographer and how she made it to the big leagues. She is taking the rodeo scene by storm and is showing she is not slowing down anytime soon. Instagram: @e__kimball https://instagram.com/e__kimball?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== @elainesimages_19 h...

Meet Rancher, Bull Rider, and Quarter Horse Trainer Carlos Delacruz aka The Georgia Bandit. Carlos is and has to be the most interesting and mysterious rodeo/western athlete to ever be on the podcast. Trust me you have to give it listen. Instagram: @carlos_.delacruz ThreeCross Quarter Horses https://instagram.com/carlos_.delacruz?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Shoutout to : Carlos Delacruz Delacruz Famil...

Mike McKnight is back on the podcast after his legendary comeback at this year's Cocodono 250. We talk about self-doubt, how he turned things around after wanting to quit, and how he redeemed himself and solidified his name with the best of the best. I present to you "Mr. Cocodona/ THE GOAT".... Mike McKnight. Mike McKnight Instagram: @thelowcarbrunner https://instagram.com/thelowca...

Meet PBR's Finest Bull-Rider, Entrepreneur, Western Edge App Creator/COO/Co-Founder, and Podcaster from Missouri. He takes the listeners through his busy schedule and gives us the true meaning of hard work and it paying off. Kyle is a man of Faith and one of the busiest in the business. Instagram: @kylejonespbr https://instagram.com/kylejonespbr?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== @westernedgeapp https:/...

Nick and Dan review Twilight 12-hour and celebrate 150-plus episodes. A few drinks were had while talking about the podcast and the podcast life.  Send us Fan Mail

Meet the Great Speedster and Speedland Athlete Don Reichelt. Don talks about his recent Cocodona 250 Finish, his training, the runners around him, and his 3x manual Treadmill World Record he set last year. He ran a 100-mile run in 13:16, Podium at Badwater, Backyard World Championship, and was part of the 2017 U.S. Team Spartathlon Team Racing 153 miles from Athens to Spartan and Leadville. Don is...

Meet Alabama's Professional Cowboy Association (PCA) Bull Fighter, Trevor Wells. He shares his story of what got him "hooked" and how the family has helped him stay in the game. Wait until you hear the story of his Mother-in-law. We go in-depth with the cheese sandwich and what the hype is all about. Trevor mentioned Cheese Sandwich is the real poor man's food. He's a grea...

Meet Local Tri-Cities Speedster, rival coach, and Family man Kyle Paulson. Kyle just got back from running the Boston Marathon, he shares his love for running and coaching elite athletes at the rival school. We talk shop, local runners, and Kyle gets comfortable and asks the host to share a little about himself. With hesitation, Nick shares a bit and thinks this episode was the best way to celebra...

Meet one of the toughest Steer Wrestlers in the World, Baker City, Oregon's very own 2017 Rookie of the Year, and 3x NFR qualifier, Jesse Brown.  Jesse shares his story of being a three-sport athlete, a college football quarterback, and finding his way to dominating the rodeo steer wrestling scene. Instagram: @jesse3brown https://instagram.com/jesse3brown?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Shoutout to :...

Meet Local Tri-Cities Ultra Endurance Runner and Cocodona 250 finisher Lance Harpe. Lance shares his story of recently finishing Cocodona 250 and what got him started in the running game to registering for 200-mile races. Instagram: @Lance Harpe https://instagram.com/lance_on_trails?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== @badgermtn_wolfpack https://instagram.com/badgermtn_wolfpack?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Shoutou...