Switchbacks and Sweat Stains

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Hosted by Lea Mulligan and Charlie Haney, this podcast covers the life of trail, road and ultra runners in the south. Based out of Chattanooga, Tennessee we cover local races, racers, beer, food and places around the south that aren't often discussed by trail and ultra culture at-large. The West Coast gets its well-earned publicity, but there are awesome people, places and races here in the southeast.

Charlie Haney and Lea Mulligan


    • Apr 18, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 58m AVG DURATION
    • 14 EPISODES


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    Ep. 14 Martha Clemmer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 82:16


    We're back! Martha Clemmer joins the podcast this episode to discuss a variety of topics including: Chipotle, falling on people at races, and the role of running in her life. There are plenty of giggles and classic awkward comments and segues, but this episode has a lot of great pieces of advice and ways of approaching training and racing. Super thankful to have Martha on the pod! Martha's insta https://www.instagram.com/marthajoy3/ Chatt Rabbit insta https://www.instagram.com/chatt_rabbit_runners/

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    Ep. 13 Robert Pless

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2023 61:43


    We're back! We start 2023 off with Pinhoti expert and Birmingham native, Robert Pless. A good friend and mentor to Charlie from his first week at the bank to today. He shares his love for the Pinhoti trail and the races that help make that trail even more beautiful. We also discuss the Cahaba River and the organization that cares for it. https://cahabariversociety.org/ http://www.pinhotitrailalliance.org/home..html http://www.pinhotitrailseries.com/

    Ep. 12 Why We Run Pt. 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2022 75:35


    We are back...again. This episode brings back the Why We Run series. Sammi Stoklosa joins the pod and discusses her running story and the impact it has had on her life. Side note: the podcast is switching to monthly episodes to keep things simpler

    Ep. 11 William James Sickenberger: Ultra Boi

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 65:39


    We spend the entire episode eating dumplings, drinking beer and learning everything about our good friend Will Sickenberger. More specifically, we discuss his one year of running ultras and what he's learned or not learned. It's all laughs, no cursing, and a lot of relatable experiences and takeaways from entering the world of running ultras. SaltStick link: saltstick.com/?wly=getbooted Discount code is chattychuck for 20% off Contact info: Contact us: charliehaney28@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/charlie_haney28/ https://www.instagram.com/leamulligan/ https://www.instagram.com/chatt_rabbit_runners/

    Ep. 10 Eric Daniel - Crew Master and BFF

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2022 66:40


    Holy moly we have 10 episodes! This week Charlie brings on best friend, veteran crew member and travel companion, Eric Daniel, to discuss what it's like to witness trail and ultra races from a perspective of a non-ultra runner. We also discuss the adventures of traveling to and attending the Ring of Steall Skyrace in Scotland, which took place a year ago to the day. This is a hilarious and entertaining discussion that you won't want to miss. Skyline Scotland link: https://www.skylinescotland.com/ SaltStick link: saltstick.com/?wly=getbooted Discount code is chattychuck for 20% off

    Ep. 9 Jeff Simmons - Chattanooga Ridge Runner

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2022 65:52


    It's been a minute, but we are back and won't leave you again! This week's pod brings on Signal Mountain native, Jeff Simmons. He is an Aquatic Biologist who attended McCallie School for high school and returned to Chattanooga after attending Samford University and the University of Tennessee and spending time working near Asheville, North Carolina. On this episode, we talk about the growth of Signal Mountain, the history of the trails and races in Chattanooga, and the unpredictable future of the trails and wildlife of Signal Mountain.

    Ep. 8 Why We Run Pt. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 94:56


    We bring back the series titled Why We Run and it's another great episode! This week we are joined by Wes Watkins to hear his Why, his running journey and what message he would put on a billboard for all to see. Know someone who should share their why? Hit us up Wes' Social Media: Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/38538429?oq=miles Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coffee.run.beer/ Contact us: charliehaney28@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/charlie_haney28/ https://www.instagram.com/leamulligan/ https://www.instagram.com/chatt_rabbit_runners/

    Ep. 7 Chatt Rabbit Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2022 53:47


    Lea and Charlie discuss takeaways from training at altitude, the journey out west and what makes the Chatt Rabbit Runners special. Favorite route: Castle Peak out-and-back: https://www.strava.com/routes/2984563264696719952 Estes Cone out-and-back: https://www.strava.com/routes/2984563915060025078 Charlie's SaltStick 20% discount code: saltstick.com/?wly=getbooted Contact us to join Chatt Rabbit Runners: charliehaney28@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/chatt_rabbit_runners/ https://www.instagram.com/charlie_haney28/ https://www.instagram.com/leamulligan/

    Ep. 6 Broken Arrow Interviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 43:20


    Charlie used his mini mic to interview Chatt Rabbit Runners about their race experience at the Broken Arrow Skyrace Series. They share not only their thoughts on the race but share words of wisdom and inspiration that could help you sign up for that scary race that you think is too big or difficult. If you are interested in running in the Broken Arrow series next year, check out this link: https://www.brokenarrowskyrace.com/ If you are in the Chattanooga area and want to join a running community please follow and message us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chatt_rabbit_runners/ or email Charlie charliehaney28@gmail.com

    Ep. 5 Run/Life Balance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2022 57:56


    We discuss the constant balancing act of training and all of life's responsibilities and the curveballs it throws at us. We did little prep for this episode, so this is a raw discussion that sheds some light on how we viewed things in the moment and are maybe the same thoughts that others have about finding time and motivation to train for big goals while being a citizen, partner, friend, child, teacher, etc. Segment(s) of the week: https://www.strava.com/segments/11414745 https://www.strava.com/segments/22637685 https://www.strava.com/segments/14142528

    Ep. 1 Welcome to Switchbacks and Sweat Stains!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2022 2:56


    We give a brief introduction to who we are and what the podcast will cover

    Ep. 4 Why We Run Pt. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2022 40:52


    We kick off a new series titled Why We Run where we interview folks and hear what their "Why" is. We all have our reasons for putting on our shoes and getting out on the road or trail, but hearing others whys are a great way to draw on other's stories and inspirations for our own journey. In this episode, Charlie interviews his mom, Cary, and hears what inspired her to take up running and continue it through all of her life stages and surgeries that kept her from enjoying the sport she loves so much. Strava route: https://www.strava.com/routes/2968605084165850264 Contact us about the Chatt Rabbit Runners group: https://www.instagram.com/chatt_rabbit_runners/ charliehaney28@gmail.com

    Ep. 3 Routes, Races, and Looking back at the Pandemic

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2022 69:43


    Lea and Charlie intro a couple segments (Route of the Week, Who Done It?) then reflect on their experiences with COVID-19 and the pandemic and how it lead them to today. https://strava.app.link/CqjLWO7I0pb

    Ep. 2 Race Review: Canyons 100K

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 38:48


    Hosts Lea and Charlie discuss with friend and special guest Will Sickenberger the expectations, reality and takeaways from the Canyons 100K in Auburn, California

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