Cultra Trail Running

AFB welcomes El Niño a.k.a. the chosen one a.k.a. Tobias Tello a.k.a. Tobi and Abel Murphy, hosts of The Colder Boys podcast, to break down Western States 100. In This Episode: Meet The Colder Boys: Tobias and Abel share their backgrounds in trail and ultra running, how their podcast started, and the elite-level analysis East Coast scene. Beast Coast Trail Talk: A breakdown of favorite Connecticut trails like Sleeping Giant and West Rock, plus a plug for the underrated Blue to Blue Challenge. Western States 100 Men's Preview: Predictions, hot takes, and strategy talk. Killian? Roche? A young gun or a dark horse? The guys don't hold back. (OK they did save a little for of the nuggets for their own upcoming preview show.) Fantasy Ultra Running: Deep dives into Free Trail Fantasy picks, including a sleeper Euro pick you probably haven't heard of P**** F****. Women's Field Breakdown: International talent, breakout stars, and why this year's WSER women's race might be the most exciting one yet. #TeamRiley Heat Training and Race Strategy: What really separates the elite runners when temperatures rise—and how social media is changing how we see athletes. Ultra Storytelling and Coverage: From golden hours to emotional cutoffs, the guys talk about what race broadcasts are getting righ and where they still fall short. Looking Ahead: Tobias is racing Manitou's Revenge and QMT 135K, Abel is volunteering at an aid station, and both are dreaming of a Rim-to-Rim run this fall. Listen to The Colder Boys Manitous Revenge Western States Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Ross Bielak from Littleton Colorado is Cultra #PodcastFamous and a dear friend of our community.  When he signed up for the #CUT112 in 2021 after doing his own Western CUT in 2020, he felt that he was a bit undertrained. So very logically, (WTF) he decided to attempt the never before completed Double #CUT112. Although this attempt resulted in a visit to the hospital, he tried it again, and then finally again in 2025.  We hear the story of the power of the trail running community as around 40 people came out, (in real life) to crew and pace him as he took on the grueling 224 mile double crossing of CT on the New England Trail. This is a story of love, endurance and porcupines that shows the power of Running Far, Eating Well, and Resting Easy.  Ba-Da-Ba-Ba-Ba, I'm Lovin it! Donate to Connecticut Forest and Parks Association Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Whether its road running versus trail running, Garmin versus Coros, iPhone versus Android or Democrats versus Republicans, why does it sometimes feel so hard for us to actually listen to each other? We look at what it means to find common ground, and to be genuinely curious. And why it is sometimes so difficult to remain curious. We also take a look at our mental maps and try to figure out why it can be so difficult for us to change our perspective. This is a conversation that some would rather hide in the bottom of a portajohn to avoid. But you love this shit, and we love you right back.  Enjoy this warm cuppa Cultra Brew! So is Curiosity the antidote to binary thinking? Is Listening with empathy a superpower in both politics and trail running. So who is running the CUT112? Have a listen to The Hidden Brain Bimblers Bluff Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

When most of us think of “running blind”, we envision a state of panic where one must proceed without having a clear understanding of what lies ahead. Trail running can be challenging enough even when we can see the rocks and roots that can trip us up. John Robert Mckay, AKA The Blind Donkey Runner does not let that stop him. We hear the details of how he is able to avoid “rock in 3-2-1, ROCK” with the aid of guides. We hear about his journey to qualify and run The Boston Marathon, his racing on the track, trails and ultra events. John also shines the spotlight on local Georgia High School Track coaches and their athletes through his own podcast Southeastern High School Athletics and he is a subject matter expert! We spend a lot of time talking about making connections with others, and the courage required to stand on the starting line of a cross country race. We also enjoy Jackassing around with The Blind Donkey Runner. Don't miss this! Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Let's talk about dropping. When we drop something it's like we are forgetting to hold on. We sign up for the 100k and sometimes want to drop to a 50 mile. And some times we help each other pause for a moment and remember why we do what we do and we avoid dropping .(Now the tricky part) Sometimes we decide to pause and not drop any more and others remind us that perhaps it's time to take a deeper look and drop a new episode of The Cultra Trail Running Podcast.  We are glad to be back! We talk about all the fun and crazy shit that happens on the trails and in our lives that most people don't care about or wont talk about. Lin shares his experience as a child growing up in Shanghai, and we touch on all aspects of life, love and the miracle of ultra running. Lake Waramaug Ultras Mount To Coast Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Life is constantly changing and we are all very different people than we were 6 or 7 years ago, and right now it feels like its time to take a break, continue to seek professional help, and decide whats next. So for now, we are hitting pause (paws), but before we go, lets use this episode to take a look back, just in case this turns out to be our final episode. This podcast started as a wild idea among friends—a way to celebrate the absurdity, struggle, and joy of ultra running in a way that was raw and explicit like the trails we run on. What I didn't expect was how deeply it would resonate, how it would grow into a community, and how much it would mean to me (and to all of us) over the years. The inside jokes, the live shows, the interviews, the ridiculous tangents and jackassing around that somehow always made sense in the end—it's all been a blast. Phast Phred, Evil Becky, Jimmy Mac, and Celeste Fong-a-Ding-Dong—you've given me (AFB) so much, and I can't thank you enough for that gift. Most of all, I want to thank you. Your support—whether financial or just by showing up and listening—has made this journey possible. You've fueled countless hours of storytelling, laughter, and the occasional moment of wisdom. We loved butchering your names and making you Podcast Famous. You've been the lifeblood of this weird, wonderful family that understands the beauty of suffering through 112 miles in the woods and somehow still wanting more. I don't know what's next. Maybe Cultra returns in some new form down the road, maybe not. But one thing is certain: the friendships and community we've built aren't going anywhere. We'll still be out there—running, crewing, racing, pacing, and laughing at the sheer madness of it all. And I hope to see you out there, too. So, for now, this is a pause—not necessarily a goodbye. Keep running, seek professional help, and we'll see you all in a mile… mile and a half. Love you guys, AFB Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram If we start up again... Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Former soldier Tim Hardy shares his approach to making his life choices. He has at times deliberately chosen a difficult path that includes some of the most arduous and hot multi-day races, like Vol State, and HOTS, and also cold races like the Arrowhead 135.  Tim has recently taken a look at what makes a great experience for him in terms of community, travel time, course, and cost. He gives us a lot to consider as we make our own life choices.  Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

For the 1st time (and hopefully not the last), this episode features the solo efforts of Evil Becky. Do you have 40 minutes? Do you want see what the back of your eyes look like? If you said yes, then this is the episode for you. EB goes through last weeks running superlatives and reports on what you the listeners think about yourselves and others. There are some flashback moments (que the Scooby Doo music) of looking back on our past runner selves and the insight and advice we would give to ourselves. Then we wrap up that golden doggy bag with a look forward to what races are coming up in the Northeast. This is the episode that you didnt even know you needed. Enjoy!  Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

So Dad (Art) is away and the kids (CULTRA crew) decided to play. We changed the episode rules and decreed this to be episode #8675309. We also determined Who are you. Yes, you. We went through a list of stereotypical runner types and made judgments of who fit the bill. But what do YOU think? Who are you? And who are those other runners around you? Join in and pass some friendly and silly judgement. Added bonus! We kept the train on the tracks and paced ourselves to an impressive hour - hour and a 1/2 episode...including patreons. Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

319: New Trail Runner's Guide (Northeast Edition) Are you a road runner looking to start trail running, a hiker intent on picking up your pace, or an experienced trail running veteran who is curious to see if you could pick up a new idea? This episode covers the Trail Running Basics, the Northeast Regional specifics, trail etiquette and safety, training & fitness and even gives some pro tips on pooping in the woods. Trail Running basics answers the questions of what gear do I need to start trail running, how to find out where to run, what the differences are from road running, how to choose between road shoes and trail shoes, and what are some of the essential items you should consider carrying on a trail run. We cover some of the Northeast Regional specifics of running on these explicit and raw trails and mention a few of the most iconic spots to run in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Maine. (Although we don't offer any Gator safety tips) In trail etiquette & safety we discuss concepts and strategies of basic navigational safety such as “The Playpen”. What to do if you encounter a bear, rattlesnake, or perhaps the greatest threat, the dreaded tick. What are the best colors to wear or avoid, like “don't shoot me orange” or “hi I'm a deer's ass white”. We also talk briefly about training and fitness and how to deal with hills, and the many ways of connecting with the trail community and many of the trail running clubs in the Northeast.  Then we talk shit! What are the best seasons to poop, where, when, how? What are the name brand leaves to seek out, and so much more than you ever wanted to know. Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Twitter @BlueBlazeRunner Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112     

Ellie Pell is back to talk some smack on AI and the great cereal mix debate. How will this impact our sport? Will trail running ever be the same? Can't we all just get along? Qualifying for Boston Marathon and the Olympic Marathon Trails anyone? Plus Patreon  Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Candy cigarettes! Ramen noodles and a Patreon review. The Crew discusses upcoming running races, including the Newport Marathon on April 19th and the Real King of Pain race in Glastonbury in early February, which includes an icy double stream crossing and twice the elevation of the King of Pain road version. Jimmy announces he will likely run the Newport Marathon. Celeste shares details about the Newport Marathon course. They reminisce about past experiences at races like getting medals shaped like pineapples. The conversation then turns to cigarettes, with Jimmy expressing disdain for menthol cigarettes. Art shares that when he started smoking, cigarettes cost only 65 cents per pack, which was before the introduction of crack cocaine.  What are your plans for 2025? Notchview, Grand Canyon R2R2R, or is crewing and pacing better than racing? Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

What does it take to finish the SRC Back Yard Ultra? How do you approach it if you have never done one before? New York State based Jordan Buck traveled to the SRC Backyard Ultra in Long Island and gave it a shot as a first timer. Jordan also shares his experiences of being lost during races and fighting to come back. There is something special about discovering trail running for the first time, and Jordan shares this perspective so well.  We also learn about his upcoming adventure to run across the US carrying the flag as part of a Team RWB veteran relay in an effort to set a new World Record. Donate to the RWB Old Glory Ultra Relay Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Tower Tag Challenge is a 4 hour or 8 hour event that uses the carriage trail of the iconic Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden Connecticut. Second place Male finisher and NY based Aaron Heath joins RD Brian Vanderheiden (whisper voice) to find out what it was like to compete in this inaugural event. Aaron has more than 70 Ultra events to his credit and we have a blast hearing about his origin story and his quest to become one of New England's Finest (Hartford Marathon Foundation) as he ran a 2:36 Marathon. But as we learn trails are his one true love.  We also discover that he has shared starting lines with Evil Becky, Fred and AFB. Give a listen as we discuss all thing trail running, racing and more. Tower Tag Results Aaron Heath UltraSignup Learn more about Steep Endurance Events Donate to Connecticut Forest & Parks Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

The Mesh Penis Fiasco unveiled! If you wanted any running content, then this is not the episode you are looking for. But if for no logical reason you are looking for some funny shit, followed by 90 minutes of drunken rambling inebriated babble, with very little nutritional, or educational value, then… whatever.   I don't know what to say, so here is what AI gleaned: The team discussed various topics including ultramarathons, aid stations,pickleball, and the Manchester Road Race, and discussed the TV coverage of the race, expressing disappointment with the lack of local expertise and knowledge of the course. The idea of providing their own commentary for the race was suggested, with a potential simulcast. The group jokes around and makes inappropriate comments, as usual. They joke about dealing with bears and having them in Christina's hot tub. The conversation becomes increasingly silly and nonsensical. Art mentions that last week's episode contained particularly explicit content that listeners should avoid. They also shared personal experiences and stories, including a humorous incident involving a "Mesh Penis Fiasco" during a run. The conversation ended with discussions on organizing unique race events, such as the "Cultra" and "drag January," and the possibility of incorporating beer drinking into these events. The conversation becomes even more increasingly silly and nonsensical and never goes anywhere.    Manchester Road Race Results Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Join us as we celebrate 6 years of Jackassing around. @gazzellie joins the crew in what might (allegedly) be the most offensive, explicit and raw like the trails we run on episode ever. Either way you will never look at a donut the same way again. We talk JFK 50, and laugh our asses off as we, do what we do but even better.  Try not to pee. We have been 112% listener supported since the beginning. Thank you to all of our supporters, past and present! f you are a new supporter, a past supporter, or if you have been supporting us since we started over 6 years ago, we just want to say thank you!  Your support helps us all to connect as a community. Hopefully you are getting in some good IN PERSON community, as we all know Social Media is the fast food of our time.  We are privileged to know all of you beautiful #PodcastFamous people and please be sure to let us know what you are doing, so we can properly paddle in your honor during our “Patreon Only Episodes”. Please also know that if things are not going so well, and you are struggling during this time of year, let us know that too, (and/or seek professional help) because sometimes we need more than just Jack-Assing around.  Thank you so much for being a citizen of Cultra City. Have a great holiday and we will see you all in a mile, mile and a half! Answers: PRECISION FUEL AND HYDRATION PF 90 GEL Coverage of JFK 50 by Mountain Outpost AFB, Evil Becky, Jimmy Mac, Phast Phred, and Celeste FADD! Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

The Crew joins forces with On The Runs Podcast's Erika, Eric and First time Ultra TaraDactyl to run a few more loops of the Dumbest Race in New Hampshire! We bring in some graduate level guests including Ultra durable Jennifer Whynot, Fan Favorite A Markus, Slurpee Runner Matt Cooper, Young Gun Roaming Roman Volpe and overall 30 HR race winner and quality human Michael LoPresti!  We are excited to release this episode to Cultra Trail Running peeps, and On The Runs folks.  Hamster Wheel Results On The Runs Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Are you tired of bonking, throwing up on yourself and your friends, because you got no fueling plan? In this episode, we discuss with a Certified Nutritionist Alex Larson the fueling megatrends that have contributed to the shit ton of records falling in running, and cycling. How many grams of carbs should you take per hour? Whats up with the new fueling products? How many boxes of baking soda should you be shoveling down your gullet before during and after your next ultra? If its good enough for Olympians, Tour De France cranksters, then its good enough for you Cultra Gangstas! You can thank us later! Alex Larson Nutrition Website Alex Larson Community Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Did Connecticut boycott Midstate Massive? Spooky shit scheduled for Nov 29th in the Meshomasic (Mesh) Forest! Ben Quatromoni takes some time off of Ben Nephew's long standing North South Trail FKT. This episode is a beautiful disaster as Art and Fred payback our Patreons. The rest of the Cultra Crew is on probation... North South Trail FKT Site Big Wigs Band Midstate Massive Results Page Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Nipmuck Trail Marathon RD's Cherie Bilbie and Kelsey Eng join the Cultra Crew as we take deep dive into the 41st edition of one of New Englands most beloved trail races. Jimmy Mac shares what it was like to race in the top ten and arrive at the “Alpacaville” aid station to see AFB and Ding-Dong. We also reveal plans for our upcoming Monster Mesh night trail run.   Cat's Tail Trail Marathon Nipmuck Trail Marathon Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Lenny's Mom (Jenna Gould) gives a first hand perspective of what it was like to run and finish the 2024 Barkley Fall Classic! Be prepared to cry as you laugh at the absurd stories of Rat Jaw, Testicle Spectacle, and so much more. She shares details of her exploits in the Chattenooga trail scene after leaving CT. Jenna keeps up with the Crew as this "dog mom" is fast on the trails and quick witted too.  Jenna Gould Ultra Signup Results Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112     

Not as big as the fight between Evil Becky and Hundo discussing Vermont 100, but this episode gets AFB fired up enough that he hardly lets anyone else speak as he defends Camille and attempts to slay the would be cancel dragons of social media. Honestly hard to watch this happen within our ranks and makes us wonder if the doling of punishment is more harmful to the community than the original allegedly unpardonable sin. Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Running sock experts Tanya and Bert Pictor share the secrets of fit, wicking, cushioning, materials, and design that go into their Jogology brand socks.  After founding and selling off the revolutionary sock brand Balega, this delightful and powerful couple took their industry experience and created a new brand of sock called Jogology.  We hear some great stories from Bert as he shares (yarns?!) about his 8 Comrades Marathon finishes.  AND EVIL BECKY BURKE  IS  BACK!  This episode is a great companion to Episode 242 Fixing Your Feet with John Vonhof Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

We talk about Steep Endurance Macedonia Trail Races 50k 25k and 12k.  Allegedly some of the sweetest singletrack to be had.  Then we dive into the The Cross-Connecticut Run for Mental Health Awareness   Then we pay respect to our Patreons with our typical schenanigans and abuse. A fun discussion suited for a long drive or run. Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112     

Ask us anything and we will Jackass around, but also... provide a explicit and raw unfiltered answer. Trail running or listening to music—can provide comfort, relief, or a sense of well-being. They help you cope with stress, clear your mind, or even provide moments of joy. However, they aren't a structured, professional approach to addressing underlying psychological issues. Therapy, on the other hand, is a formal process led by a trained professional, like a therapist or counselor. It involves specific techniques designed to help you understand and manage deep-rooted emotional or mental challenges. We remind ourselves that we don't have to choose one over the other. But Also... Is King Crimson really a King? Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Twitter @BlueBlazeRunner Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Oh, snap what's good fam? You got a fully assembled CULTRA news team tonight. Art put the call out, was like “news team assemble” and we were like oh shit who are we fighting? Well, we're fighting boredom, and this is a 112% Grade A Bonafide Fresh Jackass episode where we go all in on the Patreons as well. We touch on some fairy smut, Leadville and Ann Trason's domination at said event, all of our Homies that went and did Twisted Branch 100k over in NY, we do a deep dive on shitty weather, concerts, joining a cult, childhood myths, the emergence of Pickleball, and eating high calorie foods like DONUTS while we run… damn, it's a good show.  The Beach Song Dead Milkmen Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

What does it take to run 100 miles 100 times? How about doing this 300 times? Ed Eddinghausen aka "The Jester" has run distances of 100 miles nearly 300 times and is seeking to break the record for the most 100 mile runs completed in one year.  Many of us seek to work out our personal issues as we run. Some fight this battle internally and others seek to make a connection with fellow runners as our defenses are stripped away.  The Jester shares his practice of helping others overcome obstacles during his runs as a mutually beneficial way of life that improves everyone's state of mind and gets us all closer to the finish line.   If you or your family are in need of assistance please call: 211 The Jester on instagram @runningwiththejester Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Vin Capp from Happily Running joins Phred and Jimmy Mac (sans AFB and Ding Dong) and they hardly discuss Tesla Hertz Run, Beast of Burden, Shore 2 Shore, Water Gap 50k or Virgil Crest.  They do get into a great riff on self reliance, Phish, and the Olympics. Phred speaks so much, and so well in this episode that Cultra management has allegedly insisted on a urine sample. The greatness of this episode cannot be denied, but will be questioned in perpetuity due to the cloudy test results. Basically three dudes talking shit about the man, and occupying a groovy space on the matrix known as Cultra. Happily Running Company Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

We are 300! He who sweats more in training, bleeds less in war! Cultra celebrates our 300th episode with Ellie Pell so of course we talk about the Olympics!  Thank you all so much for making it this far! Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Delightful Maine ultra runner Lila Gaudrault joins us to tell how it felt to run 72 miles in 12 hours at Notchview, and a week later run her first ever 100 mile distance as she raced the Vemont 100 securing a tacit 2nd place photo finish.  Lila was the ME XC high school champion as a Sophomore and Junior then stepped away from XC in order to choose a longer path in Ultra Running, and we are so glad she did!  Don't miss it! Cultra Episode 264 Stonecat Runners of Maine  More background info on Lila! Untapped Blog Before VT 100 Untapped Blog After VT  Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Art F Byram and Celeste Fong A Ding Dong are joined by Erika Hamel (On The Runs Podcast) as we recount our 100 mile efforts and  speak to several folks fresh off of The Notchvview Ulta including Jessie Makela, Craig "Mommy Craigery" Wallace, Liz "Vicious" Gagon, Amanda Paul, Sandy "Barbells" Bartell, Lee Ann "LAZ"  Zarger,  Results for Notchview Listen to On The Runs Podcast  Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Evil Becky Burke joins AFB to recount their Notchview Ultra drama. And then Fred “The Murollovator”, Jimmy “Live Loud” Mac, and Celeste “Walk in closet” Fong-a-Ding-Dong launch into what critics claim is the "...best damn ever..." reading and love/abuse fest of our Patreon Supporters. We are 112% listener supported, so we gave at least that much. Rage against CultraBot! Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Ellie Pell joins Jimmy Mac, Ding Dong, Fredmill, and AFB as we celebrate the Northeastern finishers of Western States, and discuss everything from Ferry Porn, dating apps, short split shorts in popular culture, Ansonia 6 Hour, Van Life, Cascade Lakes Relay, preview of Notchview Ultra, and The USATF Team Trials. Plus our excellent Patreons! Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Robb Amatruda AKA @robsroadtoultra joins AFB in a spirited battle of the bots as the Magic 8 Ball takes on Chat GPT. Yeah we also talk about running Norbook Farms by Steep Endurance, and the Brooksvale 12 hour race by Live Loud.  We talk about browning out. no not a code brown, but a loss of awareness that can happen at the end of a race. We also talk about The Cascade Lakes Relay, Revel 4 X 4 Van Life adventures The USA Track and Field Trials in Eugene. But we dont really talk about Western States.  Cultra Bot added this to increase the amount of downloads... Brooksvale 12 Hour Full Results Norbrook Farms Cascade Lakes Relay Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

What in the Blue Blazes is this? Each year in the first weekend of June runners gather to traverse 112 miles along the New England Trail cutting down the middle of Connecticut from the MA border to the Long Island Sound in Guilford. This episode features  Chris Bennett, Steve Starke, Fan Favorite Jacki Smith and Celeste Fong as they share their experience with this New England Classic. CUT112 2024 Results Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Kristijan Begic AKA "Bessic from the Podcast" joins his trail bro Will Jara, and Cultra's own Jimmy Mac as they give us the stark graduate level inside shit view of the 2024 Cruel Jewel 100. They hung out, ran and got some tats.  Lots of knowledge, lots of fun. But don't listen with your kids! Hey sorry this took so long to drop... Cruel Jewel Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Twitter @BlueBlazeRunner Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Lets talk 3 Days at the Fair, Cruel Jewel and Patreons, mixed into a Big Jackass burger. Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Twitter @BlueBlazeRunner Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

The Pride of Plymouth Andy Tidd, and Riverlands 100 RD's Mindy Slovinski, and Valerie Abradi join the Crew for a seriously excellent episode. You like Gators, weird shit at night, turner beasts, stories of death and resurrection, first time 100 mile efforts, winners, Plymouth, engineers that engineer shit, Jimmy Macisms, therapists that therapize, Murolowisdomination, Westers, and sage advice on developing keep-goingness? Then be sure to tune into this week's excellent episode as we jackass around with The Pride of Plymouth Andy Tidd, and Riverlands 100 RD's Mindy Slovinski, and Valerie Abradi! Trail Monster Running  Riverlands 100 Results Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Jimmy Mac Ding Dong and AFB lead a discussion on the Kentucky Derby, Blue 2 Blue 50K, Rock the Ridge, Breakneck Marathon, AND Revel Mountain Marathon and Half. We also talk music, books and movies. Don't Brush your teeth with A&D Ointment! Blue 2 Blue Challenge Results Sasquad Trail Running Party Revel White Mountains Breakneck Point Rock the Ridge 50 Miler Kentucky Derby Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112     

After an amazing Cultra classic cold opening, Jimmy Mac, Ding Dong, and AFB try really hard to stay on topic, but end up talking way too much about trashy novels, L. Ron Hubbard, palm personal lubricants, and the showing of tattoos. We do spend time ruminating about the oldest 100K in the USA, The Jack Bristol Lake Waramaug 100K, and the amazing folks that shared the day. We also take some time with our Patreons, and post up an opportunity to become a #CultraPortaPodcastFamous Patreon AFB's favorite Author: Mark Helprin Blue to Blue RUNJMC Blog Jimmy's Energy Recipe  Jack Bristol Lake Waramaug Rolling Stone top 500 Songs Number 289 Atlantic City Spring Nutrition Reddit New Energy Gel Trends Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids  Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

The Cultra band gets back together again! Evil Becky, Jimmy Mac, Phred, Ding Dong, Gazellie, and AFB join together to talk about keeping up with Boulder, library cards, “hand games with children”,  and Lake Waramaug, although this is released too late… Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Twitter @BlueBlazeRunner Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

WTF? Are we finally making that ice cream flavor you always wanted? No, but we get the haps on Umstead 100 and Traprock 17K and 50K which are exciting runs. And we get the latest from Ellie Pell too, who allegedly has a good shot at making the US Olympic Barrel throwing team.  And we get ready for our AS at Jack Bristol Lake Waramaug this weekend. Deets on Umstead 100 Traprock 50 Skratch Labs Café Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

The Crew spends some time abusing our Patreons, and discussing the erosion issues facing the finish line of the CUT112. We also recap the Hoppin Hodges and give a preview of Traprock 50K. But we are not going to talk about Ulmstead 100, or tattoo conventions so don't even ask!     Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Antonio Tovar is a Field Experience Representative for HOKA and he joined Connecticut's #1 Running Instagram poster and coincidental HOKA super fan Runner Rob @Robsroadtoultra Amatruda, Phred and AFB as we tear a wide gaping hole in everything you ever thought about running shoes.  Tovar is a wealth of shoe knowledge and he is not afraid to talk shit either!  We answer all the technology questions, and ask the question "is Altra, HOKA's little bitch after introducing a non zero drop shoe?" We rage against the NIKE machine and ultimately trick Tovar into disclosing company secrets, which will be rebranded shortly into the JOKA ONE ONE DOOKIE (112), complete with BYRAM sole, short term memory foam, reach around technology, and the happy ending cushioning. Did Cultra finally sell out, sure, but its so worth it! HOKA  Watch @Robsroadtoultra HOKA vs. Pegasus Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112       

DNF: Rising From the Ashes is a compilation of stories by runners, for runners, about the heartbreak and redemption of a "Did Not Finish" race result. In a collection of heartfelt stories, these endurance athletes share their experiences, feelings, and lessons learned through failure. We have a chance to meet 12 of the contributing authors who each bring their tales of some of the best stories of success, failure, blood, vomit, more, told by Race Directors, common folk, and record holders. Hear the tales from 6 Day races, Vol State, HOTS, Tesla Hertz, Lake Waramaug, 3 Days at the Fair, D3 and more! Plus we engage in a game of 5 questions, but there is only one answer!  Featuring Authors include: Mastermind Amy Mower, Frederick Murolo, Jan Walker, Joey Lichter, Shamus Babcock, John Calabrese, Bob Hearn, Stefanie Bernosky, Bill Schultz, Vinny Capp, Jason Reathaford and AFB.  Buy DNF: Rising From the Ashes Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

The Connecticut Ultra Traverse (CUT) is a point to point trail running event with two options: 112 Miles, or 50 Mile. The #CUT112 is a 112 mile trail running event following the Blue Blazes of the New England Trail (NET) from the MA-CT border to the Long Island Sound in Guilford, CT starting at 8:00AM on Friday May 31, 2024 .  This Episode features an expert panel of Crew and participants who offer insight on this awesome event. See the YouTube Version of this Episode  The CUT112 Face Book Page Sign Up for the #CUT112  Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Twitter @BlueBlazeRunner Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Coree Woltering is a professional trail runner, known for his ultra running Speedo, his Eco Challenge effort and many other things related to running including putting up the supported fastest known time (FKT) of 21 days, 13 hours, and 35 minutes on Wisconsin's 1,147-mile Ice Age Trail in 2020. We talk about the expectations that others have occasionally put on Coree as an openly gay African American male. On his way to Maine (watch them gators), Coree met up with his friend Bessic (from the podcast) and they went for a run on Sleeping Giant. We also get a vivid insider's view of what it's like to race 800 meters on the track. Then we talk about everything else including the pressure of sponsorship, Western States WSER and the joy of sobriety. We also get a commitment for a revisit after he runs Cruel Jewel with Bessic. The magic 8 ball makes a dire prediction. Coree's Facebook @Merrell Cruel Jewel 100 Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

OK so perhaps they are not the only truths, but they do seem to check out. What is the Love Trails Fesival? AFB and Phred discuss CUT112, Hoppin Hodges 50K, and more. We also talk Lululemon and Camile Heron as she breaks just about everything! And we double down with our Patreons too! 5 Things i Still Beleive Are True About Ultra running Love Trails Festival Sleeping Giant 100  Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Dr. Jim Keane joins the Cultra Crew for an emotionally hard hitting, thought provoking, profound episode about life, the universe and everything. Phred, and his cat make a ruling declaring that Jim is the official winner of the 6 month guest contest. In addition to discussing the nature of addiction in all its forms, we discuss the impact of technology on social interactions and the issue of loneliness, which has been declared a national health crisis. We also discuss ethics, including the differences between satisfaction and pleasure, and the importance of human connections in this special community. We also talk old school Boston Marathon and the bandit culture, back when banditing was cool and wouldn't get you cancelled or publicly shamed by a blood thirsty muckraking Investigation social media mob. This episode will leave you feeling recharged, and full of hope. Kind of like emotional support, and support is good! The Bulldogs are an innovative peer-to-peer collective of recovering drug and alcohol abusers and their allies who use the fellowship of the road to provide support and solidarity to others like themselves. The Club was founded in 2015 by social worker and recovering heroin addict Mike Ferrulo who, in the 1970s, used long-distance running as part of his own rehab regimen. Ferrulo's belief that the courage and tenacity that running had instilled in him could help others on their own hard path to sobriety gave rise to the Boston Bulldogs. Thanks to Patrick Carron of TARC for making this introduction, you can donate to Patrick's Boston Bulldogs fund raising efforts here.  Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Lot of Jackassing around on this episode where we review the Colechester Double half Marathons, Hoppin Hodges 50K, Lake Waramaug 100K, and review plans for the Connecticut Ultra Traverse #CUT112 and hear about Becky's new friend she met at the Port-a-John. We also bring you up to date on the latest from our Patreons.  Please excuse AFB's bad microphone... Hoppin Hodges 5K Information. We will run 28 miles before, then join in the 5k to make it a 50K Lake Waramaug Ultras Steep Endurance Yeti Coolers Marketing Plan Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Ultra Runner, author, recovering addict and father Henry Ward shares his many inspiring life journeys that have taken him on a road that ultimately led to helping others. We dig deep on what it means to be in the moment and do hard things in life.  Running Without The Devil: How an alcoholic and addict used running to battle his addiction and how you can too. https://a.co/d/1WNjJil   Running Without the Devil   One Inch At A Time: A First Person Account Of A Grueling 250-Mile Endurance Race Through The Sonoran Desert https://a.co/d/ewUUFeR   One too many donuts: A children's book about addiction and ways to conquer it.     Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112                        Enter   Henry   https://runningwithoutthedevil.com/running-club-fund/   Books4Recovery Fund - Running Without The Devil