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The Steep Stuff Podcast
Professional trail runner James Lauriello sits down with some of the most interesting athletes, coaches, adventurers, and personalities in the mountain running world to take an inside look at what drives them and what it really takes to chase greatness in the mountains.
With no script and no two conversations quite the same, The Steep Stuff Podcast dives deep into the people, stories, and ideas shaping trail, mountain, and skyrunning. From training and racing to adventure, gear, lifestyle, the…
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The Steep Stuff PodcastJennifer Yeaman | 2024 Kendall Mountain Run Champion, Back 2 Back Up & Over 10K Champion
Send us Fan Mail What if you could conquer the highs and lows of mountain running with ease? Join us as we uncover the journey of Jennifer Yeaman, a top-tier…
The Steep Stuff PodcastThe History of the Pikes Peak Ascent & Marathon with Mark Tatum
Send us Fan Mail What makes the Pikes Peak Marathon the most enduring marathon in the U.S., even outlasting the Boston Marathon during the COVID-19 pandemic?…
The Steep Stuff PodcastJonathan Aziz | 2X Pikes Peak Marathon Champion
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what it takes to conquer one of the toughest marathons on the planet? Discover the secrets behind two-time Pike's Peak Marathon…
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Michelino Sunseri | Grand Teton FKT Record Holder
Send us Fan Mail Michelino Sunseri, the North Face athlete who just shattered the Fastest Known Time (FKT) on the Grand Teton, joins us for a thrilling…
The Steep Stuff PodcastThe Rut 28K Race Preview | Steep Stuff Race Companion with Guest Jennifer Yeaman
Send us Fan Mail Ready to conquer one of the most challenging trail races in America? Join us for an exhilarating deep dive into the RUT 28K race in Big Sky…
The Steep Stuff PodcastMammoth Trail Fest 26K Race Preview | Steep Stuff Race Companion
Send us Fan Mail Ready to uncover the secrets of the Mammoth Trail Fest 26K, the final showdown in the Golden Trail World Series? Join James Lauriello and Nick…
The Steep Stuff PodcastHeadlands 27K Race Preview | Steep Stuff Race Companion
Send us Fan Mail What if you could experience the thrill of a race through the eyes of an elite athlete? Join us on this episode of the Steep Stuff Podcast as…
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Meg Cooke | Mountain Runner, Ski Mountaineer & Chemical Engineer
Send us Fan Mail What happens when a chemical engineer from the UK transforms into a mountain athlete in Boulder? Join us on the Steep Stuff Podcast as we chat…
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Taylor Stack | From Steeplechase to US Mountain Running Champs
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what it takes to transition from collegiate track and field to becoming a competitive trail runner? Join us as we talk to Taylor…
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Grant Barnette | The Fastest Mullet in the Wastach
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what it takes to be the fastest mullet in the Wasatch? Buckle up for a high-octane conversation with ultra runner Grant Barnette…
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Mason Coppi | Sub-Ultra Standout on the Trails & the Tarmac
Send us Fan Mail What does it take to rise to the top of the trail running world? Find out as we chat with Mason Coppi, a rising star who just clinched victory…
The Steep Stuff PodcastTelluride Mountain Run - Race Preview | 13M, 24M & 40M
Send us Fan Mail What happens when you gather some of the most elite mountain runners and set them loose on the rugged trails of Telluride? This episode, we…
The Steep Stuff PodcastThe Sub Stuff Ep 11 | Matterhorn Ultrax Extreme, Cirque Series Grand Targhee Preview & Cirque Series Alta Race Recap
Send us Fan Mail Get ready for an adrenaline-charged episode of the Steep Stuff Podcast! This week, I, James Lauriello, recount my exhilarating experience at…
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Rea Kolbl | Professional Mountain Runner & Olympic Skimo Hopeful
Send us Fan Mail Join us for a thrilling conversation with ski mountaineering and mountain running legend, Rea Kolbl , as she shares her remarkable journey…
The Steep Stuff PodcastSierre Zinal | Results Discussion, Story lines & Kilians Greatness
Send us Fan Mail Sierre Zinal | Results Discussion & Kilians Greatness Create a Rendezvu Account @rendezvu Use code SteepStuff for 20% your cart on Sidas.us…
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Mercedes Siegle-Gaither | Navigating the Wilderness of Professional Trail Running
Send us Fan Mail Can a cross country dropout become a professional athlete? Join us as we chat with Mercedes Siegle-Gaither , who transformed her high school…
The Steep Stuff PodcastThe Sub Stuff Ep 9 | SIERRE ZINAL PREVIEW EPISODE + Rendezvous Hill Climb & Up&Over 10K Results
Send us Fan Mail Ready to witness the thrill of elite trail running? This episode of the Steep Stuff Podcast promises a riveting roundup of recent events and…
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Mark Tatum | Colorado Springs Mountain Running Legend + Dipsea
Send us Fan Mail What drives a 60-year-old mountain runner to achieve legendary status? Meet Mark Tatum, our extraordinary guest on this episode of the Steep…
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Tatum Russo | From Musical Theater to Trail Running: Tatum's Inspiring Journey
Send us Fan Mail What drives someone to transition from aspiring musical theater performer to a passionate downhill runner? Tatum Russo takes us on a riveting…
The Steep Stuff PodcastThe Sub Stuff Episode 8 | BTMR + Speedgoat 28K & 50K + Cirque Series Alyeska
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how elite trail runners tackle some of the most grueling courses? You'll find out in this episode of the Steep Stuff Podcast. We…
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Joseph B Demoor | 2022 World Skyrunning Vertical Champ & 2024 Team Captain
Send us Fan Mail What does it take to become the captain of the US Sky Running team? Get ready to be inspired as we chat with Joseph Demoor, the pride of…
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Jordyn Milbrath | Chasing Jo !
Send us Fan Mail What happens when an athlete's career is derailed by injuries, only to find a new, unexpected path to fulfillment? Join us on the Steep Stuff…
The Steep Stuff PodcastLIVE From the Barr Trail Mountain Race Elite Panel Night
Send us Fan Mail LIVE From the Barr Trail Mountain Race Elite Panel Night Panelists ! - Joseph Gray - Jonathan Aziz - Christina Mascarenas - Sarah Guhl - Tatum…
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Gabe Multer | CEO & Co Founder of Carbs Fuel
Send us Fan Mail Curious about how a passion for cycling can fuel a groundbreaking entrepreneurial journey? Join us on the Steep Stuff Podcast as we chat with…
The Steep Stuff PodcastThe Sub Stuff Ep 7 | This Week in Sub-Ultra ! US Mountain Running Champs Recap at Loon & Cirque Snowbird, Plus Mount Marathon & Kendall Mountain Run Results !
Send us Fan Mail Ready for an adrenaline-packed episode of Steep Stuff Podcast? Hold on tight as we bring you the latest thrills from the mountain running…
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Andy Wacker | Building the Future of the Sub-Ultra Scene
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how an athlete from a small golf town in North Carolina could conquer the world of trail running? Join us as we welcome the…
The Steep Stuff PodcastCirque Series Snowbird Race Preview | US Mountain Running Champs !
Send us Fan Mail Ready to conquer the peaks with us? This week on Steep Stuff, James Lauriello and Nick Tusa offer a compelling preview of the Cirque Series…
The Steep Stuff PodcastKendall Mountain Run Race Preview
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how a simple bar bet could give rise to an iconic race that captures the spirit of a mountain town? Join Nick Tusa and me as we…
The Steep Stuff PodcastLoon Mountain Race Preview | US Mountain Running Vertical Champs !
Send us Fan Mail Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping breakdown of the Loon Mountain Race, taking place on July 7th, 2024, in the scenic Lincoln, New Hampshire…
The Steep Stuff PodcastThe Sub Stuff Ep 6 | This Week in Sub-Ultra ! Cirque Series Brighton Recap, Leadville Marathon & Heavy Half Results, Skyrace Kaiserkrone Results
Send us Fan Mail What makes trail running one of the most demanding and rewarding sports out there? Get ready for an adrenaline-packed episode as we uncover…
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Kristina Mascarenas | Back to Back Pikes Peak Marathon Champion
Send us Fan Mail Christina Mascarenas, a two-time Pikes Peak marathon champion, joins us for a captivating conversation on her latest adventures and…
The Steep Stuff PodcastThe Sub Stuff Ep 5 | This Week in Sub-Ultra ! Broken Arrow VK, 23K & 46K Results Recap Plus Meet the Minotaur Results & Previewing Cirque Series Brighton !!
Send us Fan Mail The Sub Stuff Ep 5 | This Week in Sub-Ultra ! Broken Arrow VK, 23K & 46K Results Recap Plus Meet the Minotaur Results & Previewing Cirque…
The Steep Stuff PodcastBroken Arrow 23K Race Preview | The Steep Stuff Race Companion
Send us Fan Mail What’s the secret to conquering a 23K trail race with 1,433 meters of vertical gain? Tune into this electrifying episode of the Steep Stuff…
The Steep Stuff PodcastBroken Arrow 46K Race Preview | The Steep Stuff Race Companion
Send us Fan Mail What does it take to conquer one of the most grueling ultra races in the world? Join us on the SeepSelf podcast as I, James Lauriello, along…
The Steep Stuff PodcastMeet the Minotaur Race Preview | The Steep Stuff Race Companion
Send us Fan Mail Get ready for an adrenaline-packed episode of the Steep Stuff Podcast as we take you behind the scenes of the Meet the Minotaur Sky Race, the…
The Steep Stuff PodcastBroken Arrow VK Race Preview | The Steep Stuff Race Companion
Send us Fan Mail Broken Arrow VK Race Preview | The Steep Stuff Race Companion , With Guest Nick Tusa Create a Rendezvu Account @rendezvu Use code SteepStuff…
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Lacey Bourgois | From the World of OCR to Sub-Ultra
Send us Fan Mail What makes obstacle course racing (OCR) so enticing for athletes, and how does it compare to sub-ultra trail running? We promise you'll gain a…
The Steep Stuff PodcastThe Sub Stuff Ep 4 | This Week in Sub-Ultra ! Go Pro Games Results Breakdown, Sinks Canyon Trail Races & Skyrace Maderia !!
Send us Fan Mail The Sub Stuff Ep 4 | This Week in Sub-Ultra ! Go Pro Games Results Breakdown, Sinks Canyon Trail Races & Skyrace Maderia !! Create a Rendezvu…
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Anna Mae Flynn | Passion & Perseverance
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we chat with the phenomenal Anna Mae Flynn, who shares her incredible journey from Boone, North Carolina to the pinnacle of trail…
The Steep Stuff PodcastThe Sub Stuff Ep 3 | This Week in Sub-Ultra ! Hochkönig Skyrace & European Off-Road Champs - Uphill & Updown Recaps Plus Go Pro Mountain Games Preview
Send us Fan Mail The Sub Stuff Ep 3 | This Week in Sub-Ultra ! HochKönig Skyrace & European Off-Road Champs - Uphill & Updown Recaps Plus Go Pro Mountain Games…
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Kieran Nay | The Highs and Lows of the Professional Trail Runner
Send us Fan Mail Kieran Nay takes us through his inspiring journey from Colorado Springs to Gunnison, sharing his experiences and achievements at races like…
The Steep Stuff PodcastThe Sub Stuff Ep1 | This Week in Sub-Ultra - Zegama, Mexico Sky Challenge, Skyrace Gorges Du Tarn
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Episode 1 of the Sub Stuff, a weekly news report of all the exciting news events happening in the sub-ultra space over the last…
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Dr. Sean Rimmer PT, DPT, OCS - Run Potential PT | Navigating & Identifying Bone Stress Injuries
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how trail runners safeguard their bones while pounding the tough terrain or how marathoners fine-tune those last few weeks…
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Erin Ton | Re-writing What's Possible in the Women's FKT Record Books
Send us Fan Mail Trail-running dynamo Erin Ton takes us through the highs and lows of her mountainous pursuits on the Steep Stuff Podcast, from her…
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Evan Paul | From the Thrills of Mountain Sports to Chaffee County Search & Rescue
Send us Fan Mail Today, I sit down with Evan Paul to uncover the raw and riveting world of Search and Rescue. From the practicalities of high-risk rescues in…
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Dreama Walton | A Tale of Resilience, Running, and Dream-Chasing
Send us Fan Mail Trailblazer Dreama Walton joins me on an unforgettable journey through the peaks and valleys of her life, from overcoming personal adversities…
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Jackson Cole | Mountain Mastery, From the Skyrunning World Series to FKT Triumphs
Send us Fan Mail Join the thrill as Jackson Cole, a La Sportiva teammate and mountain running powerhouse, sits across from me, James Lauriello, revealing the…
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Jeff Wilson | Blending Strength, Endurance, and Passion in Running
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what it takes to keep your running shoes pounding the pavement year after year? Join us as Jeff Wilson, the Colorado Springs…
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Brian Whitfield | 2023 Break Through Season, and Ascension in the Sport of Trail Running
Send us Fan Mail Embark on a captivating journey with Brian Whitfield, Colorado Springs' trail running marvel and dedicated science teacher, as he shares his…
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Jacob Skraba | A Tale of Mountain Running Mastery and Resilience
Send us Fan Mail Embark on an auditory adventure with Jacob Skraba, an extraordinary mountain runner who has swiftly ascended to the zenith of trail and ultra…
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Ace Brown | Trail Magic and Peak Performance, Mountain Running and Community Spirit
Send us Fan Mail There's something magical about the trails, and Ace Brown just confirmed that for me all over again. From his start on the flat tracks of…
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Ascending Ambition: Nick Tusa's Journey from Golf Greens to Mountain Running Dreams
Send us Fan Mail When you chase the horizon across rugged peaks, every stride tells a story of grit and ambition. That's the tale Nick Tusa, an inspiring…
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Pushing Limits with Sean Rimmer The Intersection of Running and Wellness
Send us Fan Mail Feeling the pulse of the trail beneath my feet, I've often wondered about the stories that each runner carries with them—their triumphs, their…