Podcast appearances and mentions of brendan leonard

What does it mean to live a good life? And can your running practice help you get there? In this episode of The Trailhead, Zoë Rom and Brendan Leonard sit down with Sabrina Little: ultrarunner, philosopher, ethics professor, mom of (soon to be) three, and author of The Examined Run: Why Good People Make Better Runners. Sabrina's work sits at the fascinating intersection of character development, everyday ethics, and endurance sports. She teaches philosophy at Christopher Newport University and writes a beloved ethics column for iRunFar—and she's here to explore how running can be a "laboratory for virtue," where our daily choices shape who we become both on and off the trail. Together, we unpack: How running teaches us about moral character (whether we know it or not) Everyday ethical choices in sport and life—beyond the big scandals Why we hedge the truth (even when no one's watching) What it means to celebrate others' success while still chasing your own The role of humor and humility in building resilience How parenting and philosophy collide  And why runners aren't just chasing finish lines—they're practicing becoming better people.

Brendan Leonard has been writing books and entertaining the outdoor/enduance world since 2011.  A lot has changed since his last appearance in 2019, so he and Scotty catch up on life, running, the industry, music, cooking and much much more! This episode brought to you by our new friends at Dri Seats.  I'm loving mine....get yours for 20% off with the code TJM20 - https://www.dri-seats.com All Things Brendan and Semi-Rad are here: https://semi-rad.com/about/ All of Brendan's Books are available here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Brendan-Leonard/author/B00HBXIRY0?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1742569535&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=2cf3d108-522d-4d10-b5cf-0172cc99d549 Support Brendan via Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/semi_rad/posts Sign up for Ten Junk Miles races here: https://www.tenjunkmilesracing.com   Join the Official Podcast Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1057521258604634   Support the show via Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles   Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/   Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles   Twitter: https://twitter.com/tenjunkmiles   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenjunkmiles/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TenJunkMiles/  

Welcome Back! Another jam packed episode for you folks. We discuss: What causes inconsistencies in our training Honolulu Marathon (12/7) - Training block, goals, and the course The importance of consistency in training Javelina Dreaming Past Races (for us and others) Backpacking the Pecos Wilderness Drinking unfiltered water (giardia returns, if you know you know) Old Fort Endurance Fest benefitting Old Fort North Carolina Inauthenticity amongst influencers Brendan Leonard's writing. We hope you enjoy! Follow us on IG: @weather.permitting_ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

What does it truly mean to balance success with artistic integrity? Brendan Leonard, an artist and creative known for his humorous and thoughtful writing at Semi-Rad.com, shares his journey through the delicate balance of staying true to his creative vision and the pressures of mass appeal. This episode explores a familiar theme on 50 Fires: Why do we need money, and what is it really for?  Reflecting on personal stories, Brendan and Carl observe that true security may be more about mindset and less about accumulated wealth. They also touch on the importance of defining success beyond financial gain, and the simple joy of creation in and of itself.  Visit https://semi-rad.com/ for more on Brendan Leonard and his work.  Email List: Sign up at https://www.50fires.com/ for our monthly email with resources for financial advisors!  Follow 50 Fires on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/50firespod/ Please direct business inquires to: blindnilaudio@magnolia.com Cover Art: Josh Passler - TheFinArtist.com Music Credits:  Alexandra Woodward / Rabbit Reggae / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Cody Francis / Wherever You're Going / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brendan and Jonathan discuss the 1976 movie, Rocky, because Brendan has made the bold claim that Rocky is the greatest running movie of all-time. See if you agree, but even if you don't, this is a fantastic movie and we think you'll enjoy this conversation.RELATED LINKS: BLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredCHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister PodcastBikes & Big IdeasGEAR:30CRAFTEDOff The CouchTOPICS & TIMES:Brendan's Upcoming 50k (3:12)Background on ‘Rocky' (5:09)Brendan's Hot Take (14:23)Most Rewatchable Scenes (28:47)Best Quotes (36:55)What's Aged the Best? (45:16)Athletes / Actors in the Film (53:27)Who Needed BLISTER+ the Most? (55:39)Whats Aged the Worst? (56:28)Burning Questions (59:25)Sequel, Prequel, Remake? (1:07:00)Memorabilia You'd Most Want? (1:07:30)Who Won the Movie? (1:08:39)Our Final Grades (1:11:36) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brendan Leonard (semi-rad.com) is back to talk you into (or maybe out of?) running ultramarathons; discuss junk food, foam rollers, lab mice, can't-miss business ideas, and his fantastic new book, Ultra-Something, which everyone ought read — unless you identify as the boring person in your friend group. (That's Jonathan's opinion, not Brendan's.)RELATED LINKS:BLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredUltra-Something: Order or Read 1st ChapterCHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTSBlister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister PodcastOff The CouchTOPICS & TIMES:Storms around Missoula (4:57)Brendan's New Book (7:12)Organization of the Book (12:55)Foam Rollers (23:47)Coffee (27:56)Trust Fund Rats (31:10)Junk Food & Ultrarunning (33:37)Western States (41:29)Solo Ultras vs Signing Up for Races (47:22)Business Idea for Brendan (52:28Evolving Outdoor Interests? (56:36)Trend Chasing (1:00:48)Brendan on Blister Cinematic (1:03:58) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin & Justin welcome Brendan Leonard back to the show.Brendan was the fourth guest ever on THE ROCK FIGHT and today he joins the boys to talk about the state of outdoor media, how his son has impacted his outdoor adventure lifestyle and of course his new book Ultra Something, which is available for purchase over at www.semi-rad.com.Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating and written review wherever you get your podcasts.Gear & Beer has it's own podcast feed! Follow and rate G&B on Apple or Spotify.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to myrockfight@gmail.com or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.

This week we are chatting with author, filmmaker, artist, adventurer, ultra runner, and a guy who is "semi rad" Brendan Leonard!!! Brendan has one of the most unique, creative, and oftentimes hilarious voices in the adventure community. He's the author of many GREAT books (which we do a quick recap of towards the end of the episode) including his newest release "Ultra-Something". This book is the story of what he's found through taking on ultra running, told in a way that only Brendan could tell- through lots of tangents on history, pop culture, psychology, viral videos, and much more. Brendan also is the artist behind "Semi-Rad" (one of my favorite websites) where he writes, draws, and creates. He is able to capture the essence of "why" people do big adventures- simultaneously for life affirming reasons and also for the simplicity of "cause it's fun and pointless and it's what makes me happy." In this episode we talk all about his books, his films "7 Summits of My Neighborhood" & "A Shed of One's Own" (which so beautifully captured the passing of life that it made me cry), making a quesadilla out of Jack's Frozen Pizzas, creativity, dadhood, his 15 second recipe book, and a lot more!! This was one of my favorite episodes! Huge thanks to Brendan for coming back on!! I highly recommend checking out his book and signing up for his weekly newsletter! MORE FROM BRENDAN: Semi-Rad: https://semi-rad.com Buy Ultra-Something: https://store.dftba.com/collections/semi-rad Newsletter: https://semi-rad.com/subscribe/

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase.   Brendan Leonard is the creative force behind Semi Rad, a website dedicated to the joy of adventure for runners of all levels. Brendan loves to explore, to laugh and occasionally to get tired, cold and scared through his ultra adventures. Brendan is an author of many books, including Ultra-Something, which we discuss during this conversation.   If you'd like to learn more about my Personal Best Running coaching program, check https://www.PBprogram.com/    Watch this full video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qn3uq0yHRzQ     CHAPTERS: 00:00 The Raw Truth of Running 02:44 First marathon, expectations vs reality  05:50 More than a marathon? 09:00 Signing up to first ultra 24 days before the event 11:40 Ultra-Something.. how aspects of life apply to ultra-running 13:38 If you see it, you can be it! 17:46 I Hate Running and You Can Too 19:59 The Seven Summits of My Neighborhood 24:32 Advice for people going after ultra adventures 25:46 Create eventing that you'll remember forever  33:06 Getting older and looking for new challenges 38:09 I didn't have the strength to quit 44:10 If you're feeling bad, do this 46:53 Brandon's writing ethos 52:18 Next ultra plans, couples adventure. 56:46 Find out more about Brendan 58:20 Ultra Something closing thoughts   FIND BRENDAN HERE: ► Website: https://semi-rad.com/ ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/semi_rad/  ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@semi_rad     Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.” Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way.   LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED: ► Ultra-Something (book) by Brendan Leonard: https://pathprojects.com/ultra-something ► Ultra-Something x PATH projects cap: https://pathprojects.com/ultra-something ► The Seven Summits of My Neighborhood: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SLadjqxhhc ► The K's of Convenience (Ultra): https://gotrail.run/en/race/the-ks-of-convenience ► The Rut (Ultra): https://runtherut.com/ ► The Creative Act (book) by Rick Rubin: https://amzn.to/3WWeSDF     YOU CAN FIND ME, COACH FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:  ► Our Personal Best Coaching Program: https://www.pbprogram.com/  ► Free Weekly Newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman ► Strava: strava.com/athletes/1329785 ► Instagram: instagram.com/florisgierman ► Website: extramilest.com ► Website: pathprojects.com ► Podcast: extramilest.com/podcast/     ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete.     More info about our Personal Best Running Coaching Program can be found at https://www.pbprogram.com.    SUBSCRIBE and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT

Curl up inside the mind inside the man behind Semi-Rad, Brendan Leonard. It's nice and toasty and full of graphs in there. Plus, the boys break down the world's most insane race that's NOT the Barkley Marathons. And don't miss the debut of Between Two Pine's brand new soap opera: THE WESTERN STATE. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. And don't forget to get 10% off Janji gear with code BTP10 and 10% off Currex insoles with code USIGNUP10.

We're back! Welcome to Season 3 of The Trailhead. Buzz and Corrine come clean for 2024. There were lots of surprises at the end of 2023. Corrine speaks with Michele Hartwig of Ornery Mule Racing about the joys of Midwest trail running. Get all the info about Ornery Mule Racing at www.ornerymuleracing.com. Buzz answers Semi-Rad's, Brendan Leonard, most pressing questions. You can see all Brendan's monthly drawings for UltraSignup on news.ultrasignup.com and the rest of his work on his website: semi-rad.com. This episode is brought to you by the Devil's Gulch Race in Washington State, happening on July 13-14th, 2024. The first 50 registrants snag a free pair of Darn Tough Socks! New for 2024: $1000 in prize money, equally distributed among all 1st place finishers across male, female, and non-binary categories. Devil's Gulch offers three epic distances: a half-marathon, 50 Miler, and a formidable 100 Miler. Brace yourself for a course featuring hot, dry high desert, intense gulches, and massive rock hoodoos. The 100 Miler is a true test of endurance with plenty of vert and heat which is why each finisher gets a homemade belt buckle. The 50 Miler? It's half the crazy. And for those seeking a more balanced challenge, there's the half-marathon. Choose your adventure at Devil's Gulch this July and make it a race to remember! Get all the info here: www.evergreentrailruns.com/devils-gulch/

In this episode, Buzz and Corrine marvel over Jim Walmsley, Courtney Dauwalter, and Zach Miller's performances at UTMB. Then, Corrine talks with artist Brendan Leonard (often known as Semi-Rad) about his ultimate trail race. It includes Dropbag Jeff and all the French toast. You can see Brendan's illustrations on UltraSignup. Buzz chats with two callers. First, he speaks with Mark from Minnesota. They agree that baked beans are not ideal running fuel. Buzz makes the case for sugar. Buzz and Laura from Portland talk about ultrarunning after cancer treatment.  Here are the links to the organizations Laura mentioned. Susan G Komen:  https://www.komen.org/ Pink Lemonade Project:  https://www.pinklemonadeproject.org/

Brendan Leonard (semi-rad.com) is back to talk about fatherhood; creative work and the nuts-and-bolts of creating; ‘staying in your lane'; and his new book, MAKE IT, which is an easily digestible guide to making just about anything, actually.TOPICS & TIMES:Cooking (3:20)Fatherhood (6:50)Child Rearing as a Creative Project (12:54)Outdoor Activity Level (14:54)Tips for Pacing @ Hardrock 100? (20:12)Balancing Fatherhood & Creative Work (24:54)Brendan's book, MAKE IT (31:43)Staying in Your Lane (37:21)How to Sell & Market Products (46:10)Tip: Work with People You Like (52:00)Taco Week (55:39)Where / How to get MAKE IT (58:24)Brendan's Open Mic piece (1:01:01)RELATED LINKS:Become a BLISTER+ MemberPre-Order our 23/24 Winter Buyer's GuideOur Open Mic SeriesCHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:CRAFTED Bikes & Big IdeasOff The CouchGEAR:30Happy Hour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brendan Leonard is a writer, illustrator, adventurer, filmmaker, and the creator of Semi-Rad.com, not so much a website but a channel for, in his own words: ‘things regular folks can do, adventures for the every-person. It's a web site for those of us crushing it, kind of.' Since a problematic relationship with alcohol led to a stint in rehab, at age 23, Brendan has gone on to get a master's degree, cycle across America, author 11 (ish) books, create award winning short films, speak to international audiences, run 52 marathons in a year and multiple 100 mile ultramarathons. His editorial work has appeared in Alpinist, CNN, Outside, Men's Journal, National Geographic Adventure, Backpacker, Adventure Cyclist and dozens of other publications, and his clients have included La Sportiva, Strava and Arc'teryx.These are heady accolades; however, it is Brendan's wry, self-deprecating humour and relatability that has earned his essays, cartoons and infograms such a dedicated following. He makes you realise how ridiculous life is, not just his life but everyone's life. Yes, he writes and draws about running, but he also writes about eggs and dog food and washing dishes, and perhaps all these things are metaphors for more fundamental reflections on life or, maybe, to quote his essay on the topic, they are in fact ‘just about cooking eggs and that's enough'. The mark of a great conversation is that you sort of forget where it started, where it's heading and what you ate along the way. In this one, we talked a lot about humour, not a lot about running and perhaps too much about a raisin. I laughed so much to the point of tears throughout our time together and, at the point of tears, laughed too, because, well, you either laugh or quit – right? Brendan has this magical, understated, goofy way of talking about pizza whilst also making you realise that life comes down to some very simple choices: do we choose inaction or participation; anger or joy; laughter or quitting? He's worked a lot of that out by hating running, drawing some mediocre things (his words not mine) and continuing to fail at frying eggs. So it follows that the question we should then be asking ourselves is: if he can, surely we can too?@semi_radwww.semi-rad.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I met Chandra Brown through the podcast more than four years ago, and with each passing year, I've been more and more inspired by her life and work. You may remember that she's the founder of Freeflow Institute, a Montana-based organization that curates immersive outdoor learning experiences in Earth's wildest classrooms. What started with combining summer river trips with writing workshops taught by some of the West's greatest authors has turned into a year-round, immersive curriculum that incorporates many forms of art and storytelling. - If you've listened to a lot of Mountain & Prairie episodes, then you will recognize many past and present Freeflow Instructors– Hal Herring, Bill deBuys, Chris La Tray, Heather Hansman, Anna Brones, Brendan Leonard, Alexis Bonogofsky, and Elliott Woods. And you'll also recognize the Freeflow classrooms, which include the Salmon River, Green River, Big Blackfoot River, San Juan Islands, and the canyon country of Southwest Colorado. The overlap between what Chandra has built at Freeflow and what we're all doing here in Mountain & Prairie is significant, so I was excited to have Chandra join me for another conversation. - If you want to hear more about Chandra's upbringing in Alaska and her fascinating life trajectory, I'd encourage you to go back and listen to our first episode. But also feel free to dive right into this conversation, as we had a wonderful chat about everything from cold water plunges to Freeflow's growth and evolution to the challenges of running a small business during the pandemic years. We discuss some of the upcoming courses for this calendar year, Freeflow's scholarship program, the importance of pursuing one's own creative endeavors, and how Chandra and grown as a person over the past four years. - I'd also be crazy not to mention that I'm leading a Freeflow course late this summer, down the Green River in Utah, through Gates of Ladore and Dinosaur National Monument. We'll be focused on the power of optimistic storytelling, and how storytelling can be used to effect change here in the West and beyond. You can check out the link in the episode notes to learn more, but my course is limited to 12 people, and it's already filling up. But even if you're not interested in spending a week with me, I'd encourage you to check out all the courses and the scholarship opportunities. I wish I could go on all the courses! - Thanks for listening. Hope you enjoy! --- Freeflow Institute Ed's Summer 2023 Freeflow Course All Freeflow Courses Chandra's first M&P episode Full episode notes and links: https://mountainandprairie.com/chandra-brown-2/ --- This episode is brought to you in partnership with my friends at Stonefly Nets - Handcrafted Fishing Nets Made in Arkansas --- TOPICS DISCUSSED: 4:00 - Chandra's most recent trip with Anna Brones 6:15 - How cold water became a part of Chandra's life and practice 9:44 - An overview of Freeflow Institute and how it came to be 12:00 - How Freeflow has evolved 14:45 - Whether Freeflow's evolution was more due to Chandra's planning or her flexibility 16:30 - Chandra's advice for someone thinking of quitting their steady job to build something new 19:45 - The business owners and creatives Chandra admires 22:45 - How the Freeflow Foundation came to be 25:15 - Some available scholarships through the Freeflow Foundation 27:45 - Running through some of the currently available Freeflow courses, with a brief tangent into dishwashing habits 30:45 - What makes a Freeflow Institute course successful for participants 34:00 - Success stories from past courses 41:30 - How Freeflow has changed Chandra 46:45 - Freeflow's podcast and creative services 50:00 - Chandra's book recommendations --- ABOUT MOUNTAIN & PRAIRIE: Mountain & Prairie - All Episodes Mountain & Prairie Shop Mountain & Prairie on Instagram Upcoming Events About Ed Roberson Support Mountain & Prairie Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts

It's part 4! The final episode of our exploration of the definition of adventure! Last time, Fitz Cahall laid some knowledge on us that demonstrated how adventure can be a teacher. Today Brendan Leonard gives us the perspective we need on this whole endeavor!Thanks for listening to THE ROCK FIGHT! We are the (self-proclaimed) most exciting new podcast in the outdoor space and we want to pick a fight with us. Email your comments or suggestions to myrockfight@gmail.comCheck out Brendan's work at www.semi-rad.com or on Instagram @semi_rad

Brendan is the creator of Semi-Rad.com, a freelance writer and illustrator. His art has long held the hearts of those who love getting outside to work hard but don't take themselves too seriously. He's also a contributing editor at Adventure Journal and a columnist at Outside. He's written books like "I Hate Running and You Can Too" while also logging 100 mile finishes, running 52 marathons in 52 weeks and other feats of human endurance.

This week I'm sharing the latest episode of the Weekly Rundown, which is usually a Patreon-only podcast that I co-host with my friend Billy Yang. We've been on a bit of a hiatus since May, but we're back with special guest Brendan Leonard of Semi-Rad—who you can listen to on Episode 211 of my podcast if you haven't already—and the three of us catch up on what we've been up to of late, we talk all things NYC Marathon, and a lot more.This episode is brought to you by:— New Balance. The new FuelCell SC Elite v3 is going to be the shoe that I race the Boston Marathon in next April. It's a next-level racing shoe with a carbon fiber plate and plenty of lightweight foam underfoot for a cushioned yet responsive ride. Right now there are select sizes remaining in an exclusive New York City Marathon colorway available on newbalance.com, so try and snatch them up before the holidays if you can, and they'll be more widely available in early 2023. Click here for complete show notes, sign up here to get the morning shakeout email newsletter delivered to your inbox every Tuesday, and/or join our growing community on Patreon, where you'll also gain access to exclusive content and other perks that pop up from time to time.Music and editing for this episode of the morning shakeout podcast by John Summerford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I am super excited to share this episode with all of you. It's with Brendan Leonard, an ultrarunner, writer, award-winning filmmaker, speaker, and creator of one of my favorite websites on the internet, Semi-Rad.com. On top of all that, he's also a new dad, which we talked quite a bit about in this conversation.Brendan is someone whose work I've admired for quite a while now. He's got an unmatched ability to tell stories, use humor, and share drawings that convey many of the things we all feel and experience as runners, and as human beings in general. In this conversation, we bounced all over the place, covering topics like ultrarunning, creativity, storytelling, self-employment, parenthood, where and how all these things overlap and intersect, and a lot more. This episode is brought to you by:— New Balance. The new Fresh Foam X More v4 is a maximum cushion shoe with a responsive ride that I'm really enjoying for recovery runs right now. It's super plush but also incredible light. It's available in both men's and women's sizes on newbalance.com or at your favorite run specialty retail store.Click here for complete show notes, sign up here to get the morning shakeout email newsletter delivered to your inbox every Tuesday, and/or join our growing community on Patreon, where you'll also gain access to exclusive content like The Weekly Rundown, my Patreon-only podcast with Billy Yang, a live monthly Coaches' Corner discussion, and other perks that pop up from time to time.Music and editing for this episode of the morning shakeout podcast by John Summerford. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Ned discusses the wonderful Sweltering Summer Ultra at Clapp Park in Pittsfield, MA, a walk, running, or cycling tour of Stewart's Shops, and his plans for his 49th year, including a 5K per day, a picture a day, and a Pizza Marathon of the Albany Area, like Brendan Leonard's Pizza Marathon of Manhattan. You can find links below. Thank you so very much for listening. Direct any questions, comments, or concerns to www.ewabbott.com. 1. Sweltering Summer Ultra - Best Way To Lose A Toenail - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NI9YMeMskE4 2. Tour of Stewart's - https://www.ewabbott.com/home/tour-of-stewarts 3. Semi-Rad.com Pizza Tour - https://semi-rad.com/2018/10/a-new-york-pizza-marathon/ Brought to you by Wegner's Market, a Four Seasons Landscaping Company

Starting anything new is difficult and sticking with it is even harder. In this brilliant and simple book, Brendan Leonard tells us how to think about our new passions so that we enjoy them and stick with them. In the episode, Morgan and Christo discuss their favorite parts of the book, their own journeys getting into mountain biking and what they've found difficult about trying new sports. You can find the book here --> https://semi-rad.com/product/i-hate-running-and-you-can-too-signed-book-2/

On this episode: The Far Side, browser tabs, YouTube analytics, and reluctant running. We're talking with Brendan Leonard, illustrator, writer, film maker and ultra trail runner and creator of Semi-Rad.com. Show Notes 00:35 – Introducing Brendan Leonard 02:55 – The story behind the birth of Semi-Rad.com 09:50 – Where did you get started writing? 14:20 – Sources of inspiration 20:15 – What are the things that grab your attention these days? 22:15 – How Brendan got into outdoor adventures 28:45 – Making adventure films 35:58 – YouTube analytics fun and “going viral” 42:40 – A typical week in the life of Brendan Leonard 45:20 – What inspired you to get into ultra running? 55:30 – Browser tabs throw-down 60:00 – Wrapping up Mentioned in this Episode Find Brendan online at Semi-Rad.com REI Presents: How to Run 100 Miles Follow Brendan on Instagram @semi_rad Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

Bryan and Peter usher in Boston Marathon month with a big announcement about returning to the Boston Public Library on Saturday, April 16th! Bryan visits the Pony Patch while Peter contemplates starting the Whole30 nutrition plan. Then, they are joined by writer and outdoorsman Brendan Leonard from https://semi-rad.com for a discussion about running, writing, and entrepreneurship. Send Emily Saul of https://www.esaulmovement.com your running questions to howwasyourruntoday@gmail.com and she will answer them on a future Better Calls with Saul segment. Visit our Web site here: www.HWYRT.com Join our Strava Group here: https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

Every successful goal has 4 things in common: results, action, time, and motivation. Results are first on the list for a reason. If you don't determine where you want to end up, you'll never know when you've crossed the finish line. Listen to this episode for the three simple words that will help you define the results that will measure your success.From This Episode:Here's my conversation with Alone producer Ryan PenderI talked with Brendan Leonard about having fun goalsFollow me on GoodreadsNinja Selling by Larry KendallThe Goal by Eli Goldratt and Jeff Cox Book me to speak at your event or to your team!Grab a 2022 Finish Calendar!Check out the Finish CourseYou can get more info on the Soundtracks Video CourseFollow Jon on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook.Order Soundtracks, Jon's newest book available wherever you find quality books!

In several parts, we're bringing you the best and most inspirational parts of our conversations from 2021. Part one includes highlights from Ryan Atkins, Fergus Liam, Steve Pucci, Larissa Connors, TJ Eisenhart, Selene Yeager, Brendan Leonard, Mark Synnott and Ronan Mc Laughlin. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adventureaudio/support

Brendan Leonard is a writer, illustrator, speaker, and ultrarunner. In 2019, he completed 52 marathon-distance runs in 52 weeks, and survived, while having fun part of the time. Leonard is a columnist at Outside, and his writing has appeared in Runner's World, National Geographic Adventure, Climbing, and Alpinist and on CNN.com and in dozens of other publications, including his website, Semi-Rad.com. He also lived in a van for several years, loves pizza, and is easily one of the coolest people I've ever gotten the chance to talk to. He's passionate about people doing what they love not because they're the best at it, but just because they enjoy it. He joins me for a conversation all about how to accomplish your goals without taking yourself too seriously. In this episode:Find out more at Brendan Leonard's website.One Long River of Song by Brian DoyleSponsored by Remodel Health. Use code ACUFF50 and get 50% off!Follow Jon on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook.Order Soundtracks, Jon's newest book available wherever you find quality books!

In this episode we speak with Brendan Leonard author of the book I Hate Running And You Can Too -How to Get Started, Keep Going, and Make Sense of an Irrational Passion. Hear why it's ok to walk in a marathon and why you get to create your own definition of success.   We also […]

In this episode we speak with Brendan Leonard author of the book, "I Hate Running and You Can Too -How to Get Started, Keep Going, and Make Sense of an Irrational Passion".  Hear why it's ok to walk in a marathon and why you get to create your own definition of success.  We also ask Brendan about what it's like to make a living as an outdoor writer. Links from this Episode: Amazon link for the book, I Hate Running And You Can Too  Brendan Leonard website: Semi-Rad Smart Pointe Air Treatment System -eliminates unsafe airborne particles The Richmond Marathon and Half takes place November 13th The Drury Hotels -get 15% off your stay Work with a running coach here www.marathontrainingacademy.com/coaching  Become an Academy Member here: marathontrainingacademy.com/access

In this episode we discuss The Stand by Stephen King, Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir, and I Hate Running and You Can Too by Brendan Leonard. We also talk about John's first fly fishing (any fishing) experience, Jared's recent victory at a 50k, Barry's trip to New Mexico and an interesting person he met, rare book collections, and all sorts of our other typical conversation. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram or at contact@bourbonbookshelf.com, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, after much adieu, our website is finally live! Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website to help support the show. Patreon and merch coming soon! Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bourbon-bookshelf/support

Today's guest is Brendan Leonard, the man behind SEMI-RAD and other creative pursuits. I started following Brendan's SEMI-RAD feed on Instagram several years ago. It has a playful sensibility and an uncanny knack for making you consider the ordinary or obvious from a different perspective. Brendan is also the author of several books, including my personal favorite "Bears Don't Care About Your Problems." Transcript here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1K9mQKcWEayMXIk5fwRtIrBLNOwZn74EoV3FeqaFtbp4/edit?usp=sharing

Brendan Leonard (@BrendanLeonard) is a Director/Producer and he is good at weddings. We talk speeches, dancing, apps, and do's and do nots. Enjoy! Follow Brendan on social media: Twitter  Follow Ross Kimball on social media: Instagram Twitter This is an Audio Wool Original, produced by Byron McKoy. 

Brendan Leonard (he/him) is a writer, filmmaker, creative and outdoor adventurer. He created semi-rad.com in 2011 and has been making us laugh, think, and cry ever since. For the show notes - click here.

Sarah and Molly have a good gab with Brendan Leonard, a.k.a. Semi-Rad, author of the satirical-and-insightful book I Hate Running and You Can Too. The trio talks about: -the love-hate relationship many folks have with running and fitness; -the need to becoming comfortable with being uncomfortable;  -the intangible gains running bestows, such as resilience and stoicism;  -the ins-and-out of self-talk; and,  -accountability v. inspiration.  In the intro chitchat, Molly details her upcoming hiking adventure, including her greatest irrational fears. Brendan joins the conversation at 14:45. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Cheers! Get 20% off all Nuun products with code HYDRATEAMR at Nuunlife.com  Subscribe + use code amr to save an extra 10% off your first order at shopflamingo.com/amr   The final step to better running: visit currex.us and use code AMR15 for 15% off insoles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Bob Weeks and Adam Scully recap the men's golf tournament in the Olympic Games, where Xander Schauffele took home the gold medal!! Plus, we preview the women's golf tournament getting underway tomorrow night at the Olympics, and are joined by Brendan Leonard, the latest champion on the Mackenzie Tour.

Join Scotty and Author, Runner, Creator, Climber (and so much more) Brendan Leonard for ten junk miles in which they discuss his life in running, Semi-Rad, climbing, projects, his path to sobriety, and about a million other things that come up! check out Semi-Rad: https://semi-rad.com Support Semi-Rad by becoming a Patron here: https://www.patreon.com/semi_rad/posts buy Brandan's books here!  (Scotty recommends Sixty Meters to Anywhere): https://www.amazon.com/Brendan-Leonard/e/B00HBXIRY0?ref_=dbs_p_pbk_r00_abau_000000 Brought to you by our friends at Dri-Seats.  Have you bought yours yet?  What are you waiting for?? Get 20% off with the code TJM20 - https://www.dri-seats.com Brought to you by our friends at Path Projects!  inventory has been re-stocked so get some today!!  Http://pathprojects.com Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles Twitter: https://twitter.com/tenjunkmiles Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenjunkmiles/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TenJunkMiles/

If you've run long enough or are just starting your journey, you probably have a Iove/hate relationship with running.  Running long distances is wonderful and completely irrational at the same time. To help me explore the delightful and nonsensical sport that we all love to hate, I invited author and ultrarunner Brendan Leonard on the Run to the Top. Brendan is a freelance writer and illustrator whose new book, I Hate Running and You Can Too, is a hilarious and relatable trip into the mind of a runner that's not going to top any podiums or win any races, but still regularly runs irrationally long distances. Brendan started his popular website Semi-Rad.com in 2011 as a channel for active, yet not elite athletes, who love to get out there, but don't take themselves too seriously. He's  a contributing editor at Adventure Journal and a columnist at Outside. His stories have appeared in Backpacker, National Geographic Adventure, Men's Journal, Sierra, Adventure Cyclist, and more. He's bicycled across America, runs hundred milers, and he is continually amazed at the things that regular people can do. His work is funny and insightful and he might just inspire you to love (or hate?) your running too.   CONNECT, COMMENT, & COMMUNITY: Semi-Rad.com Leave a review on Apple Podcasts!  A great FREE way to support the show! Email Coach Claire Follow Claire on Instagram Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month! Runners Connect Winner's Circle Facebook Community  RunnersConnect Facebook page   GET EXPERT COACHING AT RUNNERSCONNECT!     This week's show brought to you by:  Perform from the Amino Company. Perform is an amino acid based formulation that I simply add to my water bottle during my run. It tastes great and is easy on my stomach.  Clinical studies have shown that Perform helps improve endurance, reduce fatigue, and increases muscle protein synthesis so you recover faster after the run. Check out the research here: https://aminoco.com/rttt  If you're interested in learning  more and giving Perform a try, we've got a special offer for you where you can save 30% by using the code RC30. Just head to: https://aminoco.com/rttt and use the code RC30 at checkout to save 30%   

Freeflow Institute's mission is to connect people to wild or precious places, and also to connect people to one another: emerging writers to professional writers, creatives to conservationists, educators to students, established mentors to the next generation of leaders. So much of what we try to do is build cohorts of thinkers who might, together, effect change or come up with good ideas. And at the center of all that we do are stories. So today, we are happy to offer up a second alumni showcase - stories from two Freeflow alumni, Alli Hartz, whom we met last year on the Rogue River with Brendan Leonard, and Erin White, who was on the Blackfoot in 2019 with David James Duncan.

Y'all we don't know, it's the Brendan Leonard Show...Join us as we talk about prank shows, VHS stories, The 700 Club, Ashton Kutcher, and much much more! Check out our visual companion on Twitter (@yamilykethis) or Instagram (@yamIlykethispodcast), and visit our Facebook fan page. Tune in every Thursday for new episodes

GREAT GUEST ALERT!!! BRENDAN LEONARD thinks we all need to spend more time doing things we love, going to places that make us feel small, remembering to laugh at ourselves, and getting a little cold, tired, and scared every once in a while. Most of his work as a writer centers around adventure, travel, and human experiences with both of those. He is a contributing editor at Adventure Journal and a columnist at Outside. His stories have appeared in Backpacker, National Geographic Adventure, Outside, Men's Journal, Sierra, Adventure Cyclist, and other publications. His new book (pictured) is funny, charming, and most of all inspiring. If you want to laugh and feel compelled to get outside a bit, this podcast is for you.Know anyone who will enjoy it? Please share. LINKSSemi-Rad.com I Hate Running BookEND THEME SONG@chetsaber

Today's Unashamed Alcoholic guest is Brendan Leonard, an adventure writer, award-winning filmmaker, speaker, and creator of Semi-Rad.com. Drinking landed Brendan in rehab at age 23 and since then he's gone on to get a master's degree, live out of a van for three years, spend weeks below the rim of the Grand Canyon, climb the Grand Teton in a day, bicycled across America, and much more. Brendan wrote "Sixty Meters to Anywhere" about his journey to sobriety and beyond.I hope you enjoy my conversation with Brendan.Support the show

“My goal is to tell stories that help people in some-way,” says Brendan Leonard, author, climber and ultra-endurance athlete.    Spartan Up Endurance Series host, Johnny Waite, talks with Brendan about the creative process and how to take the ideas we all get when running, and put them down on paper. In this episode you'll learn...   -How writing about your passion creates the most authentic stories -To try every medium: Brendan tried a ton of outlets before finding writing -How to capture the moment when inspiration hits -Why running without headphones is an idea creation machine -Where does the creative process come from for Brendan?   About Brendan: Brendan is a writer, and most of his work centers around adventure, travel, and human experiences with both of those. He's a contributing editor at Adventure Journal and a columnist at Outside. His stories have appeared in Backpacker, National Geographic Adventure, Outside, Men's Journal, Sierra, Adventure Cyclist, and other publications.   Connect with Brendan: -Buy his book - I Hate Running and You Can Too -Website: Semi-Rad.com -Twitter: @semi-rad -Instagram: @semi-rad SPONSOR This episode of Spartan Up! is brought to you by Durolane. You can see full prescribing information at Durolane.Com.   SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pYBkk1T684YQg7CmoaAZt   FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod   CREDITS: Producer: Ryan Warner Hosts: Johnny Waite Sr Producer: Marion Abrams   © 2021 Spartan

“Walk early and walk often,” says Brendan Leonard, author, climber and ultra-endurance athlete. Spartan Up Endurance Series host, Johnny Waite, talks with Brendan Leonard, author of "I Hate Running and You Can Too - How to Get Started, Keep Going, and Make Sense of an Irrational Passion " about why and how to take on your first endurance event.   In this episode you'll learn: -How getting out of the comfort zone led Brendan to a life of adventure -If you can see it, you can be it -Why walking is the key to your first endurance event -How to train for an ultra if you work a ‘desk job' -The moment he quit cigarettes and realized he could partake in the endurance community   About Brendan: Brendan is a writer, and most of his work centers around adventure, travel, and human experiences with both of those. He's a contributing editor at Adventure Journal and a columnist at Outside. His stories have appeared in Backpacker, National Geographic Adventure, Outside, Men's Journal, Sierra, Adventure Cyclist, and other publications.   Connect with Brendan: -Buy his book - I Hate Running and You Can Too -Website: Semi-Rad.com -Twitter: @semi-rad -Instagram: @semi-rad SPONSOR This episode of Spartan Up! is brought to you by Orgain.  New subscribers ave 30% at Orgain.com/Pages/Spartan.   SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pYBkk1T684YQg7CmoaAZt   FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod   CREDITS: Producer: Ryan Warner Hosts: Johnny Waite Sr Producer: Marion Abrams   © 2021 Spartan

This week Cam sits down with Brendan Leonard, a professional golfer, and former NCAA athlete. Brendan talks about his quick ascent in professional golf and what he has learned from his own game and players around him. There are a lot of amazing lessons to be derived from this one! Brendan & Cam are hosting an online coaching series via zoom. For more information on this please email us at lancastergolfacademy@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram - @lancastergolfperformance. Happy Golfing!

Meet Semi-Rad author Brendan Leonard. In this episode of the GearJunkie Podcast, Leonard shares his insights about life as an internet personality, negative book reviews, and running 100 miles. Few writers in the outdoor world have carved out a niche as distinctive as Brendan Leonard’s. Thanks to his clever but basic charts and graphs and a knack for finding inspiration in the mundane, Leonard has built a strong following on the website Semi-Rad. He is the author of 10 books. The post Brendan Leonard: The Fully Awesome Author of ‘Semi-Rad’ appeared first on GearJunkie.

Today on the show I have Brendan Leonard, who you may also know as Semi-Rad from his popular and hilarious long-running blog by the same name. Brendan is one of those outdoor and adventure creatives who kinda does it all. He's a columnist and contributing editor for Outside Magazine and Adventure Journal respectively, he crafts stories and even produces and shoots his own films, and creates humorous cartoons depicting relatable everyday shit we all go through as human beings and outdoor enthusiasts. What I like most about Brendan and his work, is his ethos (which perhaps not surprisingly as a writer Brendan articulates best). He says: "I created my blog Semi-Rad.com as a channel for those of us who aren't elite climbers, skiers, ultra runners, and alpinists - the folks who love to get out there, but maybe don't take it or themselves too seriously. Semi-Rad is enthusiasm for things regular people can do, adventures for the everyman and woman. It's a website for those of us crushing it, kind of.” That is to say that Brendan believes in the democratization of adventure. You don't need to be climbing 5.14 or kayaking class V whitewater or medaling at your next mountain ultra. Instead as Brendan says, we simply 'need to spend more time doing things we love, going to places that make us feel small, remembering to laugh at ourselves, and getting a little cold, tired, and scared every once in a while.” I couldn't agree more Brendan.   Show resources: Semi-Rad (Brendan's) blog New book coming out! “Bears Don't Care About Your Problems” The Art of Getting Lost and other books by Brendan Guide to Peak Bagging Films by Brendan Leonard Blog post about releasing a book Mountaineer's books Between the Covers - bookstore in in Telluride, CO Mountain Film (film festival) 5Point Adventure Film Festival Banff Mountain Film Platforms for creating books: Lightning Source, Ingrim Spark, Create Space The Dirtbag Diaries (great podcast by Fitz Cahall of Duct Tape Then Beer) Adventure Journal - Steve Casmiro (editor) Patreon Outdoor Research (brand partner) Forest Woodward - Film Maker Seth Godin - Marketing thought leader Canon 5D (recommended camera)   Show topics/themes: Self publishing— the pros and cons of doing it yourself, marketing yourself, and finding the balance when making deals with publishers The path to sobriety from addiction Keeping up a blog— making a commitment, being patient, and practicing determination The writing process: anyone can be a writer, just not everyone sticks with it. the difference is actually sitting down and doing the work. With writing, filming, or creating anything, you have to REALLY believe that you have something to say. Making the outdoors accessible to everyone, not just the big famous athletes— finding the small things we can bond over and find humor in.

We're back after a week off! Evryman wrapped up their June expedition in Yellowstone National Park and it was incredible. We're heading back to Yellowstone in August. But this one is different. We'll explain more towards the bottom of this post. This week's guest is one rad dude. Brendan Leonard, creator of Semi-Rad.com sits down with Dan and just lets loose. Brendan is also an author, filmmaker, Instagram cartoonist, and public speaker. He has co-produced and co-directed several award-winning adventure films, including How to Run 100 miles, Chocolate Spokes, Ace and the Desert Dog, Frank and the Tower, and The Important Places. All of these and more can be found on his website. Please check these out, they are multiple great pieces of work. Brendan is a midwest guy like Dan. He changed his major five times in four years and decided that he wanted to be a writer. Brendan shares his journey full of mishaps starting from writing in middle school all the way to grad school in Missoula, Montana and continuing on to today. You can find Brendan in multiple places on social media Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Now I mentioned Evryman is heading back to Yellowstone on August 19 through 26. We are proud and excited to be hosting a smaller expedition. It is our move into more veteran integration events. We'll be having half veterans and half civilians. Get all the details in the intro of this episode and soon on our website. In addition to our next expedition, we also have our dates for our upcoming retreats later this year! We're returning to the Berkshires December 7-9 for another Open Source Retreat and hosting a MELT Training in Petaluma, California October 5-7. We've sold about a third of the spots for the MELT Training. The sign ups are live on our website. Also be sure to subscribe to the Evryman Podcast to stay up to date on our weekly episode. You can find us on most podcast listening sites such as Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and more.

Matthew Lee created a monster of a bike ride - the 2,745 mile Tour Divide. Starting in Canada and ending on the U.S.-Mexico border, the route climbs enough quad-burning vertical to be equivalent to summiting Mount Everest seven times. At some point Brendan Leonard interviewed Matt, asking why for so many years he took a month off his job as a maitre'd in North Carolina to come out West and ride his bike an insane number of miles. “Have you heard of The [...]

"What's the American Dream anymore? Do I have to buy a house, settle down? Will I ever find that girl? Do I want kids? What is home, anyway? A guy told me once that everybody needs a grand tour - some times away from the walls you have constructed around yourself, to shake you out of your routine, show you your real dreams, to show you your story. I found a story. Maybe the only one I really needed" -Brendan Leonard We get into this and more in Episode 020: Make sure to pick up a copy of Th [...]

Brendan Leonard is the author of The New American Road Trip Mixtape and writes enthusiastically about things regular folks can do at Semi-Rad. Semi-Rad is what can be done with 52 weekends and a few weeks of vacation a year. It's adventures for the everyman and woman. It's a web site for those of us crushing it, kind of. We had a conversation about the struggles of finding work you love, his creative process, and the awesomeness of being passionately mediocre. Check this sample of his wri [...]

While posted up in the Rodeway Inn in Salt Lake City, the Enormocast hosted author and online mogul Brendan Leonard. After a series of shocks to his system, Brendan finally said “the hell with it” and packed up his Astro Van and hit the road. Now he brings us his witty and soulful writing from … Continue reading "Episode 17: Brendan Leonard, living the American dirtbag dream."