Run The Riot Podcast

Don't just let life happen to you...go happen to life!

I had a great visit with Rob Steger from the Training for Ultra Podcast.  Listen in as we talk about running long distances, successes, failures, and life! Topics covered:  Triple Crown of 200s, Leadville, nutrition, DNFs, and a bunch of other stuff in between! Show notes here:  http://www.theriot.run/t4u

Know who you are.

One of the things I love about our sport is that it brings people from all walks of life together to enjoy pushing our limits and seeing what we can do.  I enjoyed this in-person visit with Dr. William Clark.   Dr. Clark is a spinal surgeon here in Tulsa Oklahoma specializing in scoliosis and spinal deformity.  He loves his job and the challenges it presents him on a regular basis.  Dr. Clark is a...

This week we chat with Midwest speedster, Jaclyn Long.  Jaclyn is known for a few things in races around here - speed, naps, waking from the dead, and a unique bluntness during races with her crew.  She’s a busy woman.  She’s a mom and nanny and raises tortoises, turkeys, and other "fowl" creatures.  Running gave her a focus when she was recovering from an eating disorder and she hasn’t stopped! ...

I had a blast catching up with Mike to talk about all that he’s been up to since we had him on the podcast on episode 6.  On that first interview, we focused on Mike’s accident that could have kept him from running again.  We also discussed his win of all three races in the Triple Crown of 200s.  This time we talk a bit more about his low carb approach to running, his ZERO calorie 100-mile run, th...

Today we’ll be chatting with a friend of mine, Jeremy Howard.  Jeremy, like many of us, found his love for running a little later in life and discovered that he was good at it!  He recently attempted the gnarly,  273 mile “Long Trail” Unsupported, Fastest Known Time (FKT) in Vermont.  Join us as we dive into Jeremy’s amazing experience and lessons learned on the trail.   https://www.instagram.com/...

Last weekend, I raced the North Fork 50 mile race in Buffalo Creek, CO.  It was a training race and I got it done, but I had some issues along the way.  I thought it would be interesting for the listeners to listen in as I discussed the race with my coach, Cliff Pittman.  Cliff Pittman has been a guest on the podcast before and he always brings lots of knowledge to the table.  Listen in as we disc...

Oh man, this is a good one.  Kay (Pronounced Kai) Bretz had a paradigm shift when he decided to turn right!   Kay, author of the book “Turning Right” had a 22% improvement in his 24 hour time in just 18 months and set the course record by 5 hours on the 250km (155mile) Big Red Run!  What was the difference?  His mindset!  It was really enlightening to unpack Kay’s experience and explore the benefi...

Christi Burns discovered her gift of running long miles and hasn’t looked back.  She’s overcome adversity and keep moving forward.  I challenge you to find a running picture of her without a smile on her face!  She also enlightened me to a unique use for aid station cups. :)   Show Notes:  https://www.theriot.run/christiburns/

AJW (Andy Jones-Wilkins) has been a big part of our sport for quite some time.  He hasn’t been afraid to make a statement both in his competitiveness on the trails and in his writing and interviews.  It was such a pleasure getting to know AJW and gain some insight into his history, methods, and mindset in ultrarunning.  I know you’ll enjoy listening in as we laugh together and unpack some of what...

Arnold is a very experienced runner here in Tulsa who has had a really interesting life.  Until middle school, he grew up on a Navajo reservation in Arizona with no electricity or running water.  The life he lived there, prepared him to be an Ultrarunner later in life.  Arnold ran his first ultra, a 100 miler, in 2006, and has been testing himself every since.  So far he’s completed 29 hundos and...

Examining the Process... What race should I run? How am I going to prepare for this? Travel Logistics Race Logistics Crew?  Pacer? Equipment? Nutrition? Dealing with a taper. What did I miss?

Remember to Run Happy -  I did and had a blast at the Flatrock 50K!

You’re going to enjoy my conversation with Brad Taylor.  Brad lives in Texarkana.  We met while running LOViT 100 and then we visited during the Ouachita 50 in Arkansas when I was crewing and pacing my coach, Cliff.  Brad is a strong runner, a good dude, and a friend.  He owns the FKT for Arkansas’ famous Eagle Rock Loop!  We talk about that experience, Arkansas Traveller, Last man Standing Races,...

I really enjoyed getting to know Ron Ruhs.  He is an awesome guy.  He runs ultras, plays in a punk band, visits Hawaii, and helps put on races!  Join us as we have a blast talking about the joy and craziness of running long and all kinds of other fun stuff!  We talk about the Hurt 100, all the Goatz races in Nebraska, Oklahoma races (Pumpkin Hollar, Post Oak, etc.), Western States and others. Show...

Fawn Hernandez recently completed the 223 mile Ouachita Trail FKT!  Fawn and her husband, Justin are friends in South Louisiana.  They are both strong Ultra Runners and all-around awesome humans!  We cover a lot of ground in this episode.  After the sudden loss of her father, Fawn questioned whether she would or could undertake this FKT attempt.  She focused herself and got to the start for her da...

Arlen Glick is FAST!  And getting faster!  He's just 28 years old and ran the Tunnel Hill 100 mile race in just 12:57:11 in November.  Then, he followed that up with a win at Umstead with a 13:22:40!  It was fun getting to know Arlen and discuss how he realized his God-given talent and his journey to where he is today.  He's a well-grounded man still working a full-time job while crushing it in ra...

Randy has been running Ultramarathons for quite a while and is still going strong! He was running Leadville in the 80s.  He even ran across the United States and wrote a book about it. This past weekend he finished the Prairie Spirit 50 miler at 69 Years old! He's a humble guy with a friendly smile that loves our sport and enjoys sharing his journey. His genuine joy is contagious. Show Notes:  htt...

Oh man...what a great visit with my friend Chris Baldwin. Chris is well known in Arkansas due to his involvement in running, volunteering, and co-directing races in the state. He and his friend Ronnie are well known for their training and aid station shenanigans. Chris and I both ran the Tahoe 200 in 2018 and we take some time to compare our experiences and laugh a lot about the videos on the inte...

Do big things...but don't miss the lesson.

Join me as we get to know Michael Puyear.  Michael is an adaptive PE teacher, ultra runner, and Race Director of the Screaming Monkey 100 and Old School in north Louisiana.  We talk about the GOATS (Get On A Trail Shreveport) community, running long, and life. Show notes at:  http://www.theriot.run/michaelp

We must take time to rest - physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

Join us as we discuss our experiences during the LOViT 100.  This episode was so much fun!  During the first segment, Matt Coriell and I compare our strategies, perspectives, and experiences during the LOViT 100.  I had a blast laughing with Matt and hearing about his journey over the grueling 100 mile course.  Matt is also the host of the Wayne Watch Podcast so check that out! The second segment...

The Ultra Running Guys! Get to know Jeremy and Jeff! After watching these guys and listening to their podcast, I loved what they were doing and was glad to get them on the RTR podcast! Listen as we discuss their podcast, how it started, and their mission. We also dive into their backgrounds, mindset, training, injuries, and all the fun we have during Ultras. Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/urg