In this latest edition of AJW Unplugged AJW reflects on his experiences this summer at Western States, Hardrock and Leadville, provides some early thoughts on North American Ultrarunner of the Year, and gives an update on his own running and life.   Follow AJW on Instagram @ajoneswilkins Learn about AJW's coaching practice here https://trainright.com/coaches/andy-jones-wilkins/

In this episode AJW sits down with veteran ultrarunner and Cocodona 250 Race Director to learn about his background in running and event production as well as the unique challenges and opportunities of directing North America's most prestigious 200+ mile race.    Learn all about the Cocodona 250 here https://cocodona.com/

In this episode AJW chats with Arizona ultrarunner Callie Vinson to discuss her journey to 200+ mile success as well as her incredibly inspiring story of personal triumph.   Follow Callie on Instagram @callievinsonn

In this special episode AJW cracks a brew with David Roche a few days after his historic course record performance at the Leadville 100.  In a wide ranging discussion they discuss the history of the race, David's training plan, his nutrition strategy and his flawless race day execution.   Follow David on instagram @mountainroche Read Matt Carpenter's report on his 2005 Leadville finish here.

In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Don Freeman, a veteran of over 50 ultras including a handful of 200 milers, to discuss the mysterious 200 mile distance, his thoughts on the evolution of the sport, and his "other" career as a pioneer podcaster with Trail Runner Nation.   Follow Don on instagram @trailrunnernation and visit the extensive podcast archives of Trail Runner Nation at trailrunnernation.com

In this episode AJW cracks a brew with veteran 200 mile runner Mike McKnight to learn more about his transition to 200 milers, his thoughts on the mystique of Arizona's Cocodona 250, and his exciting plans for the 2025 season.   Follow Mike on instagram @thelowcarbrunner

In this episode AJW cracks a brew with accomplished 200 mile runner and artist Mika Thewes.  They discuss her background as an art student ot Rhode Island School of Design, her passion for running really long distances, and her extraordinary experience at the 2024 Cocodona 250.   Follow Mika on Instagram @sugarcrashvegan

In this episode AJW cracks a brew with 2024 Cocodona 250 winner Rachel Entrekin.  Along the way they discuss her introduction into the sport, the differences between fixed time events and long trail races, her Cocodona experience and some thoughts about the future of super long runs.

 

You can read Rachel's blog: Another dumb running blog – y'all welcome (wordpress.com)

Support Rachel's GoFundMe: Fundraiser by Rachel Entrekin : Apparently, running is expensive (gofundme.com) 

 

Follow her on instagram at @rachel__entrekin

 

And, learn more about Tepache. TEPACHE: A Modern Mexican Soda made from fresh pineapples! – De La Calle - Tepache)

In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Jeff Garmire, an incredibly accomplished mountain athlete from Montana who successfully blurs the lines between thru hiking, FKTs and Ultramarathons.   Follow Jeff here to read all about the new race he is putting on, his book, his film, and all of his adventures: Twitter Facebook Instagram

In this solo episode of Crack a Brew with AJW I present my Western States Preview, some reflections on last month's Cocodona 250, and an update on my own journey both professionally and personally.   Learn about my coaching practice here Follow me on Instagram @ajoneswilkins

In this episode AJW cracks a brew with legendary runner and Western States Board President Diana Fitzpatrick to discuss her running career, her most fond Western States memories and the various challenges of her role as Western States Board President.   Follow Diana on Instagram @dianafitz11