HPRS Podcast – Episode 77: Full Circle in the Franklin Mountains

HPRS Podcast – Episode 77: Full Circle in the Franklin Mountains

Author: John Lacroix January 29, 2026 Duration: 1:50:52

Take a run with The Human Potential Running Series podcast. In Episode 77, HPRS Race Director John Lacroix offers insights into the story that was The Franklin Mountains Trail Runs for HPRS. Hear the story of how HPRS came to own the Franklin Mountains Trail Runs, the trials and tribulations we endured over the 5-years hosting the event in El Paso, and what led to the decision to sell the race to Wanderlust Running, including lessons learned, a thank you, and a goodbye. For our El Paso running family. 


John Lacroix, the owner and race director behind the Human Potential Running Series, hosts this engaging The Human Potential Running Series Podcast. Rather than focusing solely on race results or training plans, the conversations here dig into the rich human stories that form the backbone of the trail and ultrarunning community. Each episode is built around the people who are out there on the trails, whether they're pushing their limits as runners or dedicating their time as volunteers. You'll hear from a diverse range of voices connected to HPRS, exploring their personal motivations, the challenges they've overcome, and the unique perspectives they bring to the sport. This podcast sits at the intersection of endurance sports and genuine human connection, reflecting its place in categories like Sports, Culture, and Society. It’s about the shared experiences and individual passions that make long-distance running about much more than just miles. Tuning in provides a sense of belonging and insight into what drives people to participate in this demanding yet rewarding world. The discussions are personal, often profound, and always rooted in the real lives of the community members. For anyone curious about the deeper narratives behind the running shoes and finish lines, this series offers a compelling and authentic listen.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 72

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HPRS Podcast – Episode 59: On Belongingness Theory [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:36:29
Take a run with The Human Potential Running Series podcast. For Episode 59, HPRS Race Director John Lacroix and co-hosts Thomas Stott and Megan Storms, dive into Belongingness Theory. In this episode, the trio explores w…
HPRS Podcast Episode 58: Welcome Megan Storms [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:26:55
Take a run with The Human Potential Running Series podcast. For Episode 58, HPRS Race Director John Lacroix and co-host Thomas Stott welcome our newest co-host, Megan Storms, to the program. In this episode, we get to kn…
HPRS Podcast - Episode 57: 2025 State of Ultra [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:22
Take a run with The Human Potential Running Series podcast. For Episode 57 HPRS Race Director John Lacroix provides his data collection and analysis for ultramarathon running in 2024, and where the sport finds itself tod…
HPRS Podcast - Episode 56: Jenna Carosio [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:31:22
Take a run with The Human Potential Running Series podcast. For Episode 56, we welcome HPRS community member Jenna Carosio to talk about her life experiences and journey into running. In this episode we talk about Jenna'…
HPRS Podcast - Episode 55: On Fueling [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:41:49
Take a run with The Human Potential Running Series podcast. For Episode 55, HPRS Race Director John Lacroix and co-host Thomas Stott discuss fueling. A wide ranging conversation that talks about daily diets and fueling d…
Episode 54: Trail Etiquette & Other Musings [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:35:48
Take a run with The Human Potential Running Series podcast. For Episode 54, HPRS Race Director John Lacroix and co-host Thomas Stott dive into trail etiquette. Who has the right of way on trails? What is it to be courteo…
Episode 53: Reboot with Thomas Stott and Talking Preparedness [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:32:47
Take a run with The Human Potential Running Series podcast. For Episode 53 HPRS Race Director John Lacroix welcomes new co-host Thomas Stott to the program. In this episode we get to know Tom, his life in general, his jo…
Episode 51: What It's Like [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:16:33
Take a run with The Human Potential Running Series podcast. For Episode 51 HPRS Race Director John Lacroix talks about What It's Like to be a race director, but this time from the emotional/mental perspective. In previou…
Episode 50: What Prize Money Gets Us [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:23:03
Take a run with The Human Potential Running Series podcast. For Episode 50 HPRS Race Director John Lacroix talks about recent ultrarunning press releases; most notably the news of Camile Herron's involvement in a wikiped…