Podcasts about desert rats

Send us a textThe countdown to Broken Arrow is on, and Colorado Springs crusher Brian Whitfield has his sights set firmly on earning a coveted spot on Team USA for the World Mountain Running Championships. This conversation reveals not just an athlete ready to race, but one who has methodically transformed his approach to professional trail running.Whitfield offers a refreshingly candid look at his evolution from self-coached athlete to someone with a comprehensive support system. "I think if I really want to step it up and make that leap, I need to fund my own team," he shares, explaining his decision to invest in a physical therapist, strength coach, dietitian, and athlete agent. This professional development represents a significant shift in his approach and demonstrates the increasingly professionalized nature of elite trail running.The strategic elements of championship racing come alive as Whitfield breaks down his approach to the two-loop Broken Arrow course. With experience from races like Black Canyon 50K and Desert Rats, he emphasizes patience and racing intelligently when stakes are high. "That first lap is really the warmup and you'll see a lot of guys go and try and make a name or get to the top of the mountain first," he explains. "The second loop is where you want to be closing and that's where you want to be in the money." This measured approach, combined with meticulous nutrition planning and heat management strategies, showcases an athlete who has learned from past experiences and refined his racing philosophy.What makes this conversation particularly compelling is witnessing an athlete at a pivotal moment in their career. Making Team USA represents a two-year goal for Whitfield, who balances his elite running aspirations with his roles as a teacher, husband, brother, and son. His desire to "show up for my community" reveals the deeper meaning behind his competitive pursuits.Listen in as host James Lauriello and Whitfield discuss the nuances of championship racing, professional development in trail running, and what it would mean to represent the United States on the global stage. Are you ready to watch this race unfold?Follow James on IG - @jameslaurielloFollow the Steep Stuff Podcast on IG - @steepstuff_podUse code steepstuffpod for 25% off your cart at UltimateDirection.com! 

This week on The Shakeout Podcast we sit down with Kelowna BC's Emilie Mann, one of the top Canadian's on the Ultra scene today.Fresh off a podium performance at the Desert Rat's 100km in Utah, Emilie joins the show to talk about her ascent on the ultra trail running scenes, from initial success at "shorter" distances to finding her stride as the miles drag along into triple-digit territory.Emilie shares with us from her incredible breakthrough performance at last September's Run Rabbit Run 100 Miler, where she not only bested a world-class field but came away with a course record in her first completion of the 100 mile distance. Also on the show, Rory Linkletter rejoins the Shakeout in the wake of his historic 6th-place finish at the Boston Marathon this past Monday, where his 2:07:02 finishing time was the quickest ever recorded by a Canadian at Boston, as well as the second fastest Canadian marathon performance of all time.  TimelineRory Linkletter 1:37 @rory_linkletterEmilie Mann 13:00 @emilieesara

In Episode 98 of Trail Society, Corrine, Keely, and Hillary recap a big weekend at the Gorge Waterfalls races, touching on standout performances, course records, and the ongoing shift toward spring in the Pacific Northwest. Hillary shares a candid update about choosing to skip a race for safety reasons, tying back to last week's episode on trail harassment. The team also celebrates Abby Hall's last-minute golden ticket to Western States, and they highlight key results from Desert Rats, Mad City, and Lake Sonoma. The main interview features Sports Dietitian Claire Shorenstein, who breaks down essential nutrition topics for endurance athletes. She covers the basics on supplements, protein needs, creatine use (especially for women), and how to approach high-carb fueling in a realistic, sustainable way. Claire shares what she sees most often in her practice and offers actionable advice for staying consistent, eating enough, and letting go of perfection. It's a practical, no-nonsense conversation for anyone looking to better fuel their training and everyday life.   Follow Claire: @eatforendurance SPONSORSHIP:  We are so excited to be partnering with rabbit as our primary apparel sponsor this year! Send us some DMS about your favorite apparel and what you would like to see built for the trail running space!  USE CODE RABBITTS10 for 10% OFF!   Keep sliding into our DMs with your messages, they mean so much to us!    FOLLOW US on Instagram: @trail.society And go follow our NEW youtube channel @trailsociety_podcast   This episode is brought to you by Freetrail @runfreetrail  

Welcome to Rest Day, Freetrail's occasional news pod covering the latest happenings in trail running. The docket today:   Katie Schide & Germain Grangier return to On Warner Brothers Discovery broadcast partnership with Golden Trail World Series EmKay Sullivan's Golden Ticket rolls down to Abby Hall Golden Trail World Series kicks off in Asia Gorge Waterfalls, Lake Sonoma, & Desert RATs recaps   Read TrailMix newsletter   Play Fantasy this weekend   Subscribe to our YouTube   Subscribe to our Newsletter   Sponsors:   Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear Grab a trail running pack from Osprey Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com Go to ketone.com/freetrail30 for 30% off a subscription of Ketone IQ   Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts   Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava

Put on your bucket hat and join us while we catch up over our own running but spend some time discussing sponsorship transitions for some prominent athletes, plans and experiences around race support, heat training thoughts, and much more!

Emkay Sullivan finally shares her BIG NEWS and explains why she won't be toeing the line at this year's Western States Endurance Run. Dani Moreno also discusses why she didn't start the Lake Sonoma Marathon and what her plans are moving forward.They then recap the race results from Gorge Waterfalls, Desert Rats, Lake Sonoma, and more, and preview the first race of the 2025 Golden Trail World Series season in Kobe!Be sure to follow along as next week they'll recap and preview the Canyons 50k and the GTWS Great Wall China.

We do a quick episode covering the three races happening this weekend. Lake Sonoma Marathon in California, Gorge Waterfalls 50K and 30K in Oregon and Desert Rats 50K in Colorado. PLUS, our reactions to Grand Slam Track and how it could be relevant to trails. Follow us:Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠ @emkaysulli ⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠@dan_yell_a⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@the_subhub_pod⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode Sponsors:Neversecond: Use code SUBHUB25 for 25% off your purchase-- ⁠⁠⁠⁠never2.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Beekeepers Natural: Use code SUBHUB20 for 20% off your purchase-- ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.beekeepersnaturals.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Pit Viper:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click this link for 20% off at checkout

Samuel Ouellette est de retour sur le podcast! Grand passionné de trail et directeur administratif du Pôle sports HEC Montréal, il a progressé méthodiquement dans les distances d'ultra, avec en ligne de mire un premier 100 km en 2025 à Desert Rats by UTMB. Dans cet épisode, on revient sur son parcours, ses défis à venir et surtout, on plonge dans un sujet qui suscite beaucoup de questions : les indicateurs de performance en trail. Lors du colloque Viens Courir d'Athlétisme Québec, Samuel et moi avons présenté une conférence pour démystifier la cote ITRA et l'UTMB Index, deux outils incontournables, mais souvent mal compris. Comment sont-ils calculés? Quelle est leur véritable utilité pour les coureurs et les organisateurs d'événements? Et surtout, comment les interpréter sans tomber dans le piège des comparaisons simplistes? Que tu sois athlète, organisateur ou simplement curieux de mieux comprendre ces indicateurs, cet épisode est pour toi! Bonne écoute.CréditsDesign graphique : David HébertThème musical : Frédérick DesrochesIdée originale, production, recherche et animation : Yannick Vézina© Pas sorti du bois 2025

In this episode of Tendrils of Grief, we reconnect with Phil Pinti, a Marine Corps Veteran, Federal Government employee of 17 years, and an experienced recreational ultra runner. Phil, a graduate of West Chester University, resides in Ellicott City, Maryland, with his fiancée, Kellie, and their three children. The last time we spoke with Phil in June 2021, we were both in different places—personally and in our grief journeys. Since then, Phil has continued pushing his limits, taking on the grueling 2021 Desert RATS ultra-running endurance event, a six-day stage race covering 150 miles across the Kokopelli Trail from Fruita, Colorado, to Moab, Utah. His journey is featured in the documentary A Long Way From Nowhere, available on the Audacious Report YouTube channel, where runners share the physical and emotional discoveries that come with endurance racing. Join us as Phil reflects on his experiences with grief, resilience, and the life lessons he's gained through pushing his physical and mental limits in one of the most extreme endurance events in the world. Episode Highlights Ultra running endurance Overcoming grief through running Phil Pinti documentary A Long Way From Nowhere film Desert RATS race 2025 Running for mental health Coping with grief through sports Extreme endurance challenges Ultra marathon training tips Healing through physical challenges Veteran ultra runners Mindfulness and running Trail running mental resilience Pushing past limits in ultra races Running as therapy   Connect with Phil Pinti Phil Pinti on Facebook Watch his documentary    Did you enjoy today's episode?   Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email  susan@tendrilsofgrief.com   Don't forget to visit Tendrils Of Grief  website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching.   Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community   Tendrils of Grief-Survivor of Loss   To subscribe and review use one links of the links below  Amazon Apple Spotify Audacy Deezer Podcast Addict Pandora Rephonic Tune In   Connect with me Instagram: @Sue_ways Facebook:@ susan.ways Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com   Let me hear your thoughts!

UNE's Professor Karl Vernes and colleagues Dr Rex Mitchell and Professor Vera Weisbecker from Flinders University have recently published an article on the Conversation looking at the desert rat-kangaroo. Rediscovered in the 1930s, the creature was re-declared extinct in the 90s - but researchers think there's a good likelihood it still survives in pockets of habitat in the Sturt Stony Desert. Ash sits down with Professor Karl Vernes to discuss the creature, and the team's work on it's diet and existence. Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/tunefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cale Pearson was a runner for Season 11 of the Becoming Ultra project.  One thing that has been so cool are the side projects and trickle down of the project.  We have had books written about the project, podcasts started, friendships, and so much more.  On this episode Cale brought some of his peers from the Freight brokering industry on his channel to talk about an upcoming team ultra at Desert Rats (where Cale ran his first ultra).  We hope you enjoy.   Cale's biz You Tube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@B2BTransportationServices

In their latest episode, Jen and Dyana chat with filmmaker and podcast host Chris Ward, whose podcast Like a Bigfoot recently reached 400 episodes. The show fosters a community of adventurers who chase exploration in nature, push personal limits, and achieve feats beyond what they once thought possible. Ward's documentary, A Long Way from Nowhere, captures the raw journey of a group of runners undertaking the grueling 150-mile Desert Rats stage race across some of the most unforgiving landscapes in Utah. The film delves deep into the resilience of the human spirit, examining why individuals are driven to test themselves in extreme conditions and what they discover about themselves along the way. This episode offers a profound look into the mindset of an adventurer, the transformative power of endurance, and the light that shines after the darkest moments. Connect with Chris Ward: Website: likeabigfoot.comInstagram: @likeabigfootA Long Way from Nowhere: Click to watchNOTABLE TIMESTAMPS:3:24 Welcome Chris Ward5:42 Insights into Chris's podcast, Like a Bigfoot13:07 How living in Colorado has influenced trail running18:52 Discovering adventure in everyday moments and positive triggers28:04 Turning ideas into action33:11 The ripple effect and the importance of being intentional38:13 Exploring "A Long Way from Nowhere," and finding light in Suffering48:13 Embracing the adventurous spirit and recovering after challenges58:47 Using adventure as a life tool & advice on achieving goalsWhere to find and support Bush & Banter: Follow Bush & Banter on Instagram: @bushandbanter Visit Bush & Banter's website: www.bushandbanter.com Join Bush & Banter's Patreon community: patreon.com/bushandbanter E-mail Bush & Banter: bushandbanter@gmail.com Follow Dyana on Instagram: @dyanacarmella Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @thewhimsicalwoman

Send me a messageWith his magic tricks that went wrong, his catch phrase “Just like that” and his ironing fez, Tommy Cooper was an icon of Post War British comedy.But why did he start wearing that fez?Well, it all has to do with his little-known time serving in Monty's “Desert Rats” in Egypt during the Second World War.Intrigued? Then sit back as we explore the story of Tommy Cooper, his World War 2 service & his fez.Support The Show - Become A PatronSupport the show

Fallon Rowe has been climbing since 2003 and coaching since 2013. After a decade of youth and collegiate competitions, she found her true passion for outdoor climbing – both sport and trad. She's spent her adult life pursuing climbing all over the world while offering (mostly) virtual coaching. In her words, she helps “climbers optimize their experience using mindset and mental performance techniques, like working on fear of falling, and analyzing movement and technique with video feedback and visualization.” Host Emily Chen-Newton and Fallon share a genetic collagen disorder (Ehlers-Danlos syndrome). In this conversation they talk how this condition impacts their climbing – and how Fallon coached Emily through some of these issues. Fallon also has a condition called, POTS which you'll hear mentioned in this episode. It's a dysfunction of the autonomic nervous system. Things that should be “automatic go haywire”, she says. So, her body doesn't properly regulate things like blood pressure, heart rate and temperature. Fallon's main symptom is lightheadedness or pre-syncope (the feeling you get before you faint).  Fallon is also a rock-climbing guide and teaches courses on trad climbing, anchor building, and more. She is sponsored by The Desert Rat, Cypher Climbing, HILX Eyewear, and Crux Power. Her education as a geologist gives her a deep connection to nature, and she loves playing the fiddle, shooting pool, wandering the desert, writing and photographing climbing. We start this episode with Fallon talking about a recent time when she was digging into some of those "non climbing" hobbies as she was recovering from a tendon tweak. BUT, as she tells us, this injury hit differently than others in the past -- in a good way.  *While Fallon Rowe and host Emily both discuss their medical conditions and how they've learned to live with them, this content is not, and does not replace medical advice. Fallon can be reached on Instagram @fallonclimbs or on her website. Aug 2-4th workshop  How to climb with hEDS Climbing with POTS What is hEDS? What is POTS? Follow Emily and EBC on: Instagram SoundCloud Theme music sample attribution: Creeper_Ciller78 _________________________

Meet the Desert Rat in his Desert Toy, John James, D-Toy in the old Pirate days shares his history in rock-crawling. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.3:57 – We learned how to fight early, and we were little guys, so if one us got in a fight, both of us got in a fight. 15:09 – one of the best things I did, not just going to school in Phoenix, but just moving to Phoenix, it was literally the biggest city I'd ever seen, and living there on my own with my parents six hours away, life lessons!             21:05 – the most awesome part about Pirate 4x4 was the diverse amount of people I met29:28 – my brother still talks about Lion's Pride Park, holding on to a ski rope and being lawn darted over the top of this rise 38:20 – it was an off-road race with these clapped out Toyotas all the way to Wrecking Ball49:42 – Marlin was good at a lot of things, but competing in rock crawling wasn't one of them, I think his mind just went too fast – I thought, I could drive that rig for him!58:49 – Back then it was such a foreign thing to do all the Hammer trails in a day, I had an advantage, I knew where they all were.Special thanks to 4low Magazine and Maxxis Tires for support and sponsorship of this podcast.Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. Support the Show.

Another week, another late episode of Gutter Boys. This week, we speak with Philly-based cartoonist Nick Bunch at the behest of friend-of-the-pod Caroline Cash. Nick runs the small press Reptile House, contributes to the anthologies series of the same name, and has an ongoing book called DESERT RATS (with the newest issue out now). We recorded this one before the last episode, so please ignore the late Zine Not Dead Fest talk :) Follow Nick on Instagram @whiskey_cigarettes to check out more of his work.. Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Email us at gutterboyspodcast@gmail.com and we'll read it on the next episode, or give the Gutter Boys a follow on Instagram and Twitter (JB: @mortcrimpjr; Cam: @camdelrosario). And of course, please rate, review, like, share, and subscribe on your preferred podcast platform and help grow the Gutter Gang Nation! If you're feeling generous, subscribe to our Patreon at patreon.com/gutterboys (or gutterboys.top) and browse our different subscription tiers to receive exclusive merch, behind-the-scenes comic process updates, bonus episodes, plus much more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gutterboys0/support

Send us a Text Message.Kieran Nay takes us through his inspiring journey from Colorado Springs to Gunnison, sharing his experiences and achievements at races like the Pikes Peak Ascent and Marathon. We explore the often-overlooked trails in Palmer Lake and delve into the local legends that have shaped his running career. Kieran also sheds light on his upcoming challenges at the Broken Arrow Sky Race and GoPro Games.Facing the uncertainty of a sesamoid injury, Kieran opens up about the physical and emotional hurdles he encountered during recovery. He recounts consultations with top medical professionals and the difficult process of redefining his identity beyond running. Balancing graduate school and exploring alternative activities like mountain biking, Kieran's story is one of resilience and determination. His emotional comeback at races like the Pikes Peak Ascent highlights the enduring competitive spirit that keeps him moving forward.Our conversation also takes us to the vibrant outdoor culture of Gunnison, Colorado, where high-altitude training and a supportive community create a unique environment for athletes. We discuss the camaraderie among local talents like Lindsay Herman, Maddie Hart, and Cam Smith, and the impressive performances at races like Desert Rats. From course confusion to unexpected encounters with top marathoners, this episode is packed with compelling stories of athletic triumph and personal growth.Kieran Nay IG - @kieran_nay

TRIGGER WARNING - This episode discusses the loss of a baby. If you're not in a place to be comfortable with hearing about pregnancy or baby loss, you may want to skip or revisit this episode when you're in a place to listen. If you know someone that this conversation might help, please share it with them. This conversation includes conversations about advanced maternal age, genetic disorders and difficult decisions. You are encouraged to approach it with an open heart and an open mind. Kyle is courageous in sharing her story and her desire to help others is inspirational. She shares what's helpful (and not so helpful) when navigating through grief. She shares what she learned about genetic disorders, including trisomy 18, aka Edwards Syndrome. About our guest, Kyle Mack: The best way to describe her is a Wanderlust. A love for travel, adventures and meeting/making fast friend is a true passion. This love translates perfectly into the ever changing fast paced, real estate world.Born and raised in South Dakota, she attended college at Minnesota State University in Mankato where she continued her study in ballet/dance and exercise science. After college, she became a “Desert Rat” and moved to Palm Springs, California which she called home for over 11 years. Working in the hospitality industry managing and running events for numerous golf clubs help lend a hand in her attention to detail and ensuring clients are treated to their best experience. Working as a sales assistant prior to her move to Minneapolis present a plethora of knowledge and experience in the home buying and selling process.She married her Montana native husband where they decided to move to Minnesota and reside in the North Loop. In 2020 they welcomes a baby girl, Piper, into their lives and loving every minute of the new adventure & title.You can find Kyle forcing her golf pro husband to caddy for her, dancing or in the center of any social setting. Her spirit animal is a Shark, and looks to make Shark Week a national holiday! Connect with Kyle: Website: https://kylemack.evrealestate.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kmarmack/ Connect with Ginny: Website: https://www.ginnypriem.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ginnypriem/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ginny-priem/message

Mikie Pylilo is an ultra runner who lives part time in Myrtle Beach and part time in Columbia. She has run incredible races like Desert Rats, the Denali 135 and more. On this episode, Mikie chats through her recent DNF at the Daufuskie Island 100 as well as some non-running related topics like growing up in Alaska.

Michelle Cloud-Hughes is a Cactus researcher, botanist and Desert Rat whole specializes in some of my favorite cactus species - the dreaded Chollas. She has described a new species of Cholla, Cylindropuntia chuckwallensis, and spent 2 decades trudging up mountains and rockscapes of the Mojave, Sonoran and Baja Desert. In this podcast we talk about how Chollas bang, why deserts are some of the best places to study plant evolution, and why the sh*t they can't put solar panels on top of the parking lots of any of America's vast and expansive shopping and automobile culture slums.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5634537/advertisement

Jon Rea, fresh off his Javelina Jundred record breaking win with a time of 12:43, earned his third golden ticket to Western States. We chat about his very first ultra - the Golden Gate Dirty 30 50K back in 2015 and Desert Rats 100k (50k) which earned him a spot at CCC this past summer.  He also shares his thoughts on the UTMB/WAM controversy and going back to WSER in 2024. All this and more! Here is Jonathan...   You can follow Jon on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jonrea_sayray/   If you enjoyed our show please leave a rating and review.  We would really appreciate it.   Check out GottaRunRacing website here and use promo code GRRPODCAST for discounts - gottarunracing.com Check out our YouTube Channel here - https://youtube.com/@GottaRunRacing Check out GRR Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/gottarunracing/ Check out GRR Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/gottarunracing/ Check out GRR Twitter here: https://twitter.com/gottarun_racing Support us on Patreon here : https://www.patreon.com/gottarunracing

From the World War II years to 1965, the artist and humorist and hugely influential architect Harry Oliver published his Desert Rat Scrap Book from a hand-built adobe in the California desert. He called it "the only newspaper you can read in the wind," because the whole thing was printed on a single sheet of sturdy colored cardstock, folded down to mailing size. UFO & Fortean author and Radio Misterioso host Greg Bishop joins us tonight to talk about our shared fascination with .... not flying saucers, but Harry Oliver! New soundscapes by RedBlueBlackSilver, written & produced by Ken Layne. This is EPISODE #205: ODE TO HARRY OLIVER, KING OF THE DESERT RATS. Listen to the radio broadcast tonight at 10 p.m. on KCDZ 107.7 FM in Joshua Tree & the Mojave High Desert. Thanks for supporting this advertising-free podcast through our Patreon. Desert Oracle Radio (c)(p) 2017-2023  ~ http://DesertOracle.comSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/desertoracleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We read the papers so you don't have to… Today: Rage and disbelief as British Gas rakes in record profits of £969m from cash-strapped customers. Sinéad O'Connor was a saint, say papers who treated her as a madwoman when she was alive. Footballers bin principles to take Saudi cash. And will more sex stop you getting cancer? Miranda Sawyer is joined by stand-up comic Fin Taylor and Marie le Conte of the New Statesman (and everywhere else) to battle the ravening newsbeast. Follow Paper Cuts: Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow Illustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Robin Leeburn, Alex Rees, Simon Williams. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frank starts by talking about the latest on Hunter Biden's plea deal and the missing Titanic submersible. Frank then speaks with Glenn Morrison, the President of the Desert Rats (or the Radio Amateur Transmitting Society), a club that's dedicated to everything ham radio about HAM radio and attempts to keep it alive. Next, Frank talks about a Muslim-led city in Michigan banning pride flags before Paul D. Thacker, independent journalist who reports on science, medicine and the environment. He was also a lead investigator of the Senate Finance Committee, where he examined financial links between physicians and pharmaceutical companies and they talked about Lab Leak theory, Hunter Biden case, vaccines, and Free Speech on social media. Later, Frank talks about restaurants considering banning strong fragrances because it interferes with dining experience, and much more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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At the beginning of 1941, Italian forces had suffered a catastrophic defeat in North Africa at the hands of the British Army in Egypt. Il Duce's fortunes were on the wane, but the arrival of a capable German commander and a small Panzer Korps would radically change the situation in North Africa. Join Sean and James as they tell about the epic battle between Field Marshal Erwin Rommel (the “Desert Fox”) and the British forces in North Africa (the “Desert Rats”).This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4747725/advertisement

It was a pleasure to sit down and chat with Chris Ward. You may already know him from his Like A Bigfoot podcast, which has more than 300 episodes where Chris talks with amazing endurance athletes. Chris loves a challenge and we caught up, on some of his recent adventures. From running across the desert a couple times to then doing a documentary on the Desert Rats, 150 mile stage race. The documentary is called "A Long Way from Nowhere", and it does not disappoint. Chris is also a father to young kids so we talked a little about squeezing in the running time or adventures while also juggling other responsibilities. Links: Chris's Instagram Like A Bigfoot Podcast Documentary: A Long Way from Nowhere

Arden Young from Calgary joins us to chat all things running.  Fresh off her win at The Desert Rats Trail Race where she qualified for UTMBs CCC (listen to hear more on that),  Arden has impressive performances at some big name races like Bandera 100K, Run Rabbit Run and Javelina Jundred Stateside as well as winning Lost Soul Ultra and Sinister 7 in Canada. She earned her spot on Team Canada to compete in the upcoming World Mountain and Trail Running Championship (long course) this June in Innsbruck, Austria. Arden is in the midst of making a move to be closer to the mountains where she plans to make the most of her new surroundings. Here is Arden...   You can follow Arden on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/ardenly/   Check out GottaRunRacing website here and use promo code GRRPODCAST for discounts - gottarunracing.com Check out our YouTube Channel here - https://youtube.com/@GottaRunRacing Check out GRR Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/gottarunracing/ Check out GRR Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/gottarunracing/ Check out GRR Twitter here: https://twitter.com/gottarun_racing Support us on Patreon here : https://www.patreon.com/gottarunracing

We get to know Denver's Alex Cummings a humble good hearted trail runner who tells us an amazing story of what happened to him and his friends on the way to Desert Rats, as they turn a car accident into a random act of kindness for a Ukraininan family. Thanks to little Babby Bobby Byram for making the connection! We also hear about Runamuck 50K  try to talk Boston Marathon. Do you have a "Pocket Ross"? Are you able to train a pig to say your name?    Uniting for Ukraine 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   

This week we are bringing Phil Pinti back to the podcast to get his thoughts and feelings on our movie "A Long Way From Nowhere!" Phil has been a huge part of the Desert RATS family over the last few years. He is all heart and really put himself out there in our film. He has experience major loss in life and him sharing the ups and downs of his journey is extremely empowering. In this episode we talk about the film, the filming, and what the experiences at RATS has meant to him. Then in the outro we chat about our recent weekend running at the Trail Running Festival in Fruita! This is an awesome episode to wrap up our "A Long Way From Nowhere" project and really brings to focus what this adventure has meant for all of us involved! I truly hope you have enjoyed it!

Dan and Simon bring you a North Africa double feature! The rip-roaring Desert Rats with Richard Burton and James Mason and the very awful Rats of Tobruk. So very awful!

Join the Desert Rat this week as he cusses and discusses the differences in cultures of the desert dwellers verses the hillbillies and how he is coping. Culture shock is covered and then a verbal tour of his new stomping ground. Support the platform that houses this podcast and Stop Killing Each other!

Chris Ward is a podcaster (LIKE A BIGFOOT), teacher, endurance athlete, film producer, father, husband, and all-around good dude from the Denver area.Ward's new film, “A Long Way from Nowhere,” is now available on YouTube at The Audacious Report channel:What compels a person to run 150 miles through the desert at the height of summer? Is it the need for achievement, the competitive instinct, or something deeper? A LONG WAY FROM NOWHERE is a different sort of extreme sports film—one centered not around winning or extraordinary spectacle—but instead one focused upon the human spirit—on why individuals, knowingly or not, seek out some of the harshest climates on earth—in this case, southern Utah in June—and push themselves to, and sometimes beyond, the breaking point. Amongst the disparate cast of characters in this film is a veteran suffering from PTSD, a widowed single father, and a female police officer working in the field of human trafficking. Each undertakes the 150-mile Desert Rats stage race, each their darkest hour, and each, through the curious alchemy of extreme hardship and desert solitude, emerges with a new understanding of what it is to be human. This is A LONG WAY FROM NOWHERE.Join Travis, Mace, and Chris for a thoughtful discussion between two friends about Chris' film, Travis' book (www.travismacy.com/books), navigating life, and more.In This Episode: Chris Ward Instagram | Website | FacebookA LONG WAY FROM NOWHERE ON YOUTUBE Robbie Balenger Episode Travis on the Like A Big Foot Podcast: Ep. 94 | Ep. 216www.neuroreserve.com/travismacy and code TRAVISMACY for 15% off RELEVATE by NeuroReserve: Core Dietary Nutrients for Lifelong Brain HealthTravis Macy Instagram | WebsiteThe Feed Instagram | Website- - - - - - - - - - -If you like this podcast, please consider our book, A Mile at A Time: A Father and Son's Inspiring Alzheimer's Journey of Love, Adventure, and Hope*30% off with discount code MACESubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram | Twitter | Website | YouTubeThe show is Produced and Edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

Stuck in the Desert Podcast returns (as does the Desert Rat... literally) from travels abroad. So, let's travel to the land of Loki with The Desert Rat to Scandinavia this week as we discuss Nordic Mythology and play a little catch up. It will be a miracle if this actually works, but I have an optimistic nature. From my tool shed to you.

Chris Ward is an interesting cat and I've wanted to have him on the podcast for a long time.  Not only does he host a podcast but he teaches middle school science, runs ultramarathons--and most recently, produced and co-directed the beautifuly crafted ultrarunning documentary, A Long Way From Nowhere.  The film follows the Desert Rats 150 mile stage race and the colorful characters that dare to take on such an event.  This movie is for everyone and it's going to get you right in the feels.  Don't sleep on this one!  Available on March 10th.   Check out the Like a Bigfoot podcast on all listening platforms.   Life is short, DO BIG THINGS!

These unique training missions support design concepts for future pressurized rovers and help establish important operations protocols for the Artemis astronauts who will be carrying out missions on the Moon.

NASA rebooted a unique training mission for astronauts to practice rover operations for future Artemis missions.

DragonKingKarl Presents - the 2022 DragonKing Dark Halloween Special, hosted by Dirty Dawg Darsie and joined by Kid Zombie and the Desert Rat of WhenItWasCool.com and Joe Drilling and Eric Allen of OnTheStick.com to talk all things spooky! Wrestling Halloween stories, UFO encounters, a Roanoke Dogman encounter on the "These Woods Are Haunted" TV show, clips of the 2001 Ghost to Ghost AM with Art Bell, and so much more!

Welcome to the 2022 When It Was Cool Dark Halloween Special, hosted by Dirty Dawg Darsie and joined by Kid Zombie and the Desert Rat of WhenItWasCool.com and Joe Drilling and Eric Allen of OnTheStick.com to talk all things spooky! Wrestling Halloween stories, UFO encounters, a Roanoke Dogman encounter on the "These Woods Are Haunted" TV show, clips of the 2001 Ghost to Ghost AM with Art Bell, and so much more! I wanna thank Turpak for the opening song with Tony Schiavone! You can find Turpak's work at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFL0ebm06CSK38i--BZhHqw I also wanna thank Karl Casey at White Bat Audio for the song Annihilation! You can find Karl Casey's work at https://www.youtube.com/c/WhiteBatAudio If you wanna watch the clip Joe, Eric, and I reviewed, you can find it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fm-gGjaDe9k

Cale came to running as he signed up for his first sprint triathlon in 2011. He hated running and only ran when it involved team sports. It took several years to enjoy running as he often worked only on speed and trying to be faster. This often resulted in nagging injuries that curtailed his running. This cycle repeated itself until becoming selected for season 11 of Becoming Ultra. Learning the reasons behind different types of runs was critical. It allowed him to keep running and build up strength and stamina. He is a father of two boys Colin age 17 and Ian 15. Cale and Meghan will be celebrating 20 years of marriage on July 6th, 2022. Being able to share their long runs together is a big part of their relationship and helps them get out and enjoy Central Oregon and all its beautiful surroundings. Cale is passionate about developing leaders outside of running. He has two companies that he runs-Crestcom which is a leadership development franchise and B2B Transportation which is a full-service freight brokerage. He has coached youth basketball since 2011 and loves the game.  Meghan picked up running when her kids were young. She would put them in the jogger, give them their snacks and drinks and hit the road! She has always been active and often attended group fitness classes prior to picking up running. She is an amazing wife and mother to two boys aged 15 and 17. She has a magnet on her fridge that she lives by."I create peacefullness in my mind, and my body reflects this peacefullness as perfect health." She enjoys cooking and helping her family lead a healthy lifestyle. She has been a nurse her whole life and currently works in ICU . She applied to Season 9 of Becoming Ultra and was not selected. It turned out to be a great thing because Cale and her both applied to Season 11 and were selected to run their first Ultra at Desert Rats 50k in April of this year. She finished her first Ultra in just over 7 hours. She loved it so much she signed up for season 12's event to cheer and support them in their journey to complete their first Ultra. She recently set a PR in a road half of 1:51:47 and beat Cale who also PRed at 1:53:46. She is sneaky fast when she wants to be. She will tell you she is not competitive but every now and then it comes out and she starts taking souls out on the course! Meghan and Cale recently completed R2R and are looking at when they will do R2R2R or R3. They are signed up for Jacks 50K race in Florida and look forward to supporting season 12 runners on their inaugural 50k. We had such a great time catching up with our friends Cale and Meghan.  They are another awesome couple we met through the Becoming Ultra Community who share the love of trail running together.  We talk about their ultra-journey and the impact it has had on both their family life and careers. Cale talks about how his job stress was the catalyst for a life change.  I was personally so inspired by this.  Cale and Meghan have a very supportive relationship.  Hearing them talk about how they balance everything will make you feel empowered. Meghan also shares how she keeps peacefulness in her life.  This one will leave you feeling encouraged and motivated.

Episode 39: Good Morning HKC News Games on the Shelf 04:00 Siege of Jerusalem Stalingrad `42 Expansion Magazine Games DAK and North Africa: Afrika Korps vs Desert Rats, 1940-42 HistoriKC Fest Vendor 12:00  Books on the Shelf 16:15 The Outpost by Jake Tapper Pacific Crucible trilogy by Ian Toll Devotion by Adam Makos Games on the Table 23:45 Wilderness War Paths of Glory Nevsky Pacific War HistoriKC Fest Recap 37:15 Thank Yous Featured Event Run Down What We Played at HKC 46:00 ASL Next War: Vietnam PUB Battles: Gettysburg Brotherhood & Unity Pax Porfiriana 1832 Maria The Other Stuff The Wargame Game 01:08:10 Patron Pick: Reds! (September) Featured Game: Next Var: Vietnam 01:12:40 Every Wargame Ever 01:41:00 September Host Picks 1:47:30 Other Stuff 1:50:30 GMT Monthly Update  Increasing Costs Comments, questions or concerns can be sent to: historytablepodcast@gmail.com  Twitter: @HistoryTablePod - @trippeerjr   Links of Note Discord: https://discord.gg/2wz8sdsbwN https://historyonthetable.com/ https://history-on-the-table.creator-spring.com/listing/hott-ww-tournament-glass?product=1386 https://www.patreon.com/HistoryTable https://www.facebook.com/groups/historytable  https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/254369/definitive-ranking-every-wargame

"I want to disbelieve..." could be an alternate title to this episode, as we explore the other side of the other. The Desert Rat was impressed about the sheer volume of time and effort that has been put in to refute something that supposedly doesn't even exist, and wants to share his findings. Support the platform that houses this podcast: whenitwascool.com on Patreon Support Wrestling With The Dawg: dirtydawgmes on Patreon Stop killing each other.

FIFTH SUMMER REPLAY!!! This week we dive into the Desert RATS Stage Race with six tales from previous episodes that hopefully capture the essence of this wonderful adventure (mostly because the 2022 edition is happening right now and I have had major envy and FOMO for all those folks battling the desert!!) Hope you all enjoy!!!

Reminisce with The Desert Rat today as we review the fictional lands created by master author Piers Anthony! His novels span the time from the late 1950s until today with a large and well deserved following. High up on The Rats recommended reading list, His subject matter is largely family friendly but also fearless in discussing the issues that plague mankind.

Episode 300!!! This week I'm celebrating the milestone by hanging out with three amazing dudes I met as a direct result of starting this project. Thomas Mullins, Phil Pinti, Paul Scheuring and I met back in 2018 at the Desert RATS stage race and have taken on many adventures since then. Truly meeting these three has been an absolute honor and I couldn't find anything more fitting to end "Season One" then diving deep on concepts of adventure and purpose with them! This episode is really a two parter: Part one- all three of us discuss what led us to long endurance events in the wilderness and how we've grown through them. Part two- Phil and I discuss where I'm going with the show and why I'm taking a three month break from new episodes (I will be putting out replays of some of my favorite ones throughout the summer though!!) Hope you all enjoy and thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for three hundred wonderful episodes!!!

Bad boys! What cha gonna do when the blah, blah, whatever those next words are, comes for you! TDR is back with another GREAT retro review - The Desert Rat does a Pitt maneuver and careens over into the DragonKing's lane this episode as he covers the Iconic COPS television series! Let's ride along vvith the various agencies of our fine nation as they kill people and break things, no, wait, that's the military! I meant to say, as they protect and serve their jurisdictions under the steely eye of the camera. This property has been a fan favorite for decades.

Cale and Meghan followed the training, put the work in and sacrificed when needed for a big goal and we couldn't be happier for them.  Listen to the post race recap from the Desert RATS 50k in Fruita, Colorado!

Travel back vvith The Desert Rat today as vve take a look at the Unsolved Mysteries property, and revievv the life of one of its hosts, Robert Stack. A fun time capsule revievving the occurrences that still have people scratching their heads today, coupled vvith the story of one of the most accomplished actors of his time.

oin The Desert Rat today as we review the Euro-hit show about that legendary Belgian- Hercules Poirot! Third of three in the Britbox Trilogy. Contact The Rat: thedesertrat3@yahoo.com Support the platform that houses this podcast: whenitwascool.com Support my tag team partner, dirtydawgmes on Patreon Stop Killing Each Other!

This week's Stuck In the Desert reviews some of Hollywood's attempts to capture the fury and grandeur that is Mother Nature on a cleaning spree! The Desert Rat will be crouched behind that rock outcropping during the production, doing his best to avoid detection and exercising the better part of valor... contact The Rat: thedesertrat3@yahoo.com Support the platform that houses this podcast: whenitwascool.com  Support my tag team partner, dirtydawgmes on Patreon Stop Killing Each Other!