Episode 84 - John Ellis

Download our conversation with John Ellis about life on the trails of Hong Kong, typhoons, trail runs in an urban metropolis, establishing a running store and the T8 clothing brand, all whilst competing at an elite level.

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Episode 81 - Adam Kimble and Francesca Canepa

Download our conversations with with Adam Kimble and Francesca Canepa, some excellent feedback that proves that running is for all people, not just the ultra people, we run through Stuff You Should Know, froth about our upcoming live podcast with Lazarus Lake, chuck a sneaky Greatest Run Ever (or two..sneaky), celebrate our editor’s birthday, and fondly remember those who have passed.

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Episode 80 - Tarawera Ultra Special

Download our Tarawera Ultra special, including interviews with 100 mile world record holder Zach Bitter, Australian Superstar Lucy Bartholomew, 50 km woman’s winner Caitlin Fielder, Kerry and Ali from SQUADRUN and Sir Lord Paul Charteris, the man who started it all (and DCR’s first ever guest) .

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Episode 77 - Dwight Grieve

Download our conversation with Dwight Grieve, Te Anau Police Officer and world mountain running championship alumni, about how running has changed his life, his love of Te Anau, how he fits in his training around a busy life as a public servant and family man, and his plan to demolish his 5:29 Kepler PB.

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Episode 76 - Mark Webber

Download our conversation with Mark Webber, nine-time Formula One Grand Prix winner, trail runner, Aussie Grit owner, adventure racer and all round legend, about the life of a professional F1 driver, his love of the outdoors, a performance mindset, his adventure race in Tasmania, and most importantly, what length running short seam should a gentleman rock on the daily?

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Episode 75 - Matt Rayment

Download our conversation with Dirt Church Radio co-host Matt Rayment. Wait, what? Yep, Eugene finally drags Matt to the mic for an interrogation, um, chat, in which we find out about his musical background, about hanging with the outsiders, how the sick, bookish kid made an inspiring journey to become an ultramarathon runner, and why running saved his life.

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Episode 73 - Billy White

Download our conversation with chef Billy White about his new book Eat, Run, Enjoy. We discuss his journey to running from the hard living hospitality lifestyle, how to navigate the seasons when it comes to nutrition and training, and the different approaches (and commonalities) that elite runners take to their nutrition.

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Episode 71 - Tanya Bottomley

Download our conversation with with Tanya Bottomley about her goal to be the first woman to complete the Southern Seasons Miler Challenge. From fear, depression, and control to strength, presence, and wellbeing. Tanya’s story is incredible.

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Episode 70 - Dave Beeche

Download our conversation with IRONMAN Oceania managing director, Dave Beeche. IRONMAN own UTA and Tarawera Ultramarathon, two of the biggest races in our part of the world. This is a no holds barred conversation about Ironman’s intentions in the world of trail, about their own perception, and his insight into where the sport is going.

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Episode 68 - Maggie Guterl

Download our conversation with Maggie Guterl about winning Big’s Backyard Ultramarathon, training for the Barkley’s, always shouting for your home terrain, can epic terrain be too epic (we’re looking at you, Colorado) and a whole lot more.

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Episode 67 - Damian Hall

Download our conversation with Damian Hall, British Ultra Runner, Psychosocial Crisis Survivor, Bimbler, Climate Enthusiast, Pulp fan, Inov-8 athlete, and fifth place finisher at the 2018 UTMB about, well….all that and more!

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