In this episode of the Council of Elders, AJW chats with Eric Clifton about his early days in trail and ultrarunning, brain an east coaster running big West Coast races, and the art and science of aging gracefully in the sport.   Eric does not participate in social media but if you want to see something incredible check out his Ultrasignup page here!

In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Arizona legend Geri Kilgariff.  Back in 2002 Geri and a few friends staged the first ever Javelina Jundred.  Little did they know what it would become.  Sit back, relax and enjoy some great stories from one of the all-time greats in Arizona trail running.   Geri stays away from social media but for a glimpse into the old days at Javelina check out this video from the 2007 race.

In this episode AJW Cracks a Brew with ultrarunning legend David Horton.  In their wide ranging conversation they discuss David's intense training regimen in his yourh, his experiences at some of the most iconic events in the sport, and his work in recent years as a race director.   Check out David's website.

In this episode AJW cracks a brew with John Medinger to talk about how he discovered the trails, his early days as a runner, the Ultrarunning Magazine, Ultrarunner of the Year voting, and some of his fondest memories gathered over four decades at the Western States 100.   Learn more about John on his Facebook page @johnmedinger

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