E48 | Western States 100 Recap with Wil & Jeremy

E48 | Western States 100 Recap with Wil & Jeremy

Author: Hosted by: WeeViews & Branch Sauce July 8, 2025 Duration: 48:00
The 2025 Western States delivered drama from the start, with an unprecedented dozen elite men charging out 13 minutes ahead of course record pace just 10 miles in. Our panel examines how the race has fundamentally changed—from NASCAR-style aid station pit stops (now averaging under 30 seconds versus 3 minutes in 2019) to the complex cooling strategies employed in the notorious canyons. We celebrate Abby Hall's remarkable comeback victory after a devastating injury, running virtually solo fro...

Lace up your shoes and settle in for a conversation that spans the entire spectrum of running. The Hobby Jogger Podcast, hosted by WeeViews and Branch Sauce, is built on the idea that the love for putting one foot in front of the other connects us all. You'll hear from elite athletes dissecting their mental game alongside everyday people who find clarity and challenge on their neighborhood loop. This isn't about splits or shoe reviews, though those topics might come up; it's about the stories that unfold at every pace. Each episode digs into the unexpected joys, the brutal struggles, and the quiet revelations that happen whether you're on a trail, a treadmill, or the pavement at dawn. The magic is in the mix-finding inspiration in a champion's discipline and relatable laughter in a beginner's misadventures. Tune into this podcast for genuine, unscripted chats that celebrate the shared heartbeat of the running community, proving that every mile, regardless of speed, has something to teach us. It’s the sound of the sport’s collective, pounding heart.
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E14 | Brynn Cunningham Talks FKTs and Laurel Highlands 50K [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:59
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E13 | Supplements & Nutrition with Amy Goblirsch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:13
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E12 | Caleb Bowen Shares His Path to Western States [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:16
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E10 | Carlos Del Pino on Hoka, Sexy Pace, and Life Beyond Running [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:15
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E09 | Ryan Thrower Discusses The Evolution of Freetrail [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:46
Join the trail-running conversation as we take you on an adventure with Ryan Thrower, co-founder and creative mind behind Freetrail. Ryan sheds light on his partnership with Dylan Bowman, their efforts to elevate athlete…
E08 | The Runner's Mindset with Elizabeth Clor [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:23
In this episode, we sit down with the 14-time Boston Marathon qualifier, and author of Boston Bound, to unearth the tenacity and strategy behind her remarkable achievements. Elizabeth shares the importance of mental fort…
E07 | Tabor and Eli Hemming: Black Canyon and Big Alta [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:31
Join us as we talk with Tabor and Eli Hemming, a lightning-fast trail running couple and Adidas Terrex athletes. They lace up the conversation with insights into Adidas trail running shoes, describing their enhanced stab…
E06 | Omar Posadas on His Road to the Boston Marathon [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:21
Imagine lacing up your shoes for a casual jog, only to find yourself crossing the finish line at one of the world’s most renowned marathons. That's the journey Omar Posadas shares with us, as we delve into his inspiratio…
E05 | Andrew Glaze on the Joy of Ultrarunning [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:47
Running a hundred miles in a week is no small feat, but imagine doing it for 200 consecutive weeks—Andrew Glaze has done just that. With a philosophy of "smile or you're doing it wrong," Andrew joins us to recount his jo…