Ten Junk Miles

The Gang is back!!!! Join Scotty, Kyle, Rachel and special guest Brian Thomas, who's been running for 43 years and he directs the XS Trillogy race series (http://www.xcthrillogy.com). We discuss environmental issues, Bikram Yoga, Poop stories and check in with a very special former short. Also a bonk call, Health IQ, Strava Shoutouts and much, much more.

Join Scotty and Denise "the Marathon Whisperer" Sauriol for a long run about her life in marathoning, the accident that changed things forever, her couching, fundraising and her recent completion of the World Major Marathons challenge. This episode brought to you by HealthIQ You can learn more about Denise and contact her at: https://www.run-for-change.com/

Enough with the S-Town already! It's time to kick back into a run and meet some of those people with questionable judgment that listen to the show. It's a little bit of everything, wrapped in nothing. Scotty, Kyle, and special guest hosts Racine and Johnny. #RunTJM This episode brought to you by HealthIQ!

Join Scotty, Kyle, Rachel and special guest Scott Sugimoto for ten junk miles of laughter. We discuss our upcoming races at McNaughton Trail Runs, 3 people you'd like to see in a mexican standoff, Science, the Dead Pool, and much much more. This Episode brought to you by Health IQ.

This is a special bonus episode live casting a panel discussion on the Hennepin 100/50/Relay in October (see Facebook Page for link to race). Former guests Shan, Loli and Stormy join Scotty and Erica Wagner to discuss all aspects of this local race. Hosted by Fleet Feet Chicago and led by former guest Michele Hartwig.

Join Scotty and his winter friends Naiomi Plasterer and Lourdes ------ for a long run about the White Mountains 100 in Alaska.

Join Scotty, Kyle, Sam and TWO great special guests, Ann Scholl and Thao Hoang for a group chat after they completed the Paleozoic 50K race in Palos Park, IL. They discuss northern Wisconsin running, plans and bucket lists, TJMStravaShoutouts, HealthIQ Life Insurance, 3 people you'd rather not have pace you, running on sketchy ice, and much much more.

Join Scotty, Tony, Kyle, Rachel and special guest SAM!! We discuss Land Between the Lakes 50, 3 Days of Syllamo, Sam's adventures in Boulder, TJMStravaShoutouts, Tony's Tings, and much much more

Join Scotty, Vince Roberts and his running friends Racine, Kyle and Rachel, all previous guests on the show. This is what happens when Aaron and Sam leave and Scotty has to fend for himself. Vince and his friends went for a long run prior to recording and one or two beers and a little Jack Daniels may have been involved. Don't judge us. We're in training. And remember, "Nothing is over until we decide it is." [HINT]

Join Scotty and Paul Stofko on a one on one interview about his life and running, his Potawatomi/McNaughton 200 victory, the Crazy Legs Race Series he directs, the fact that he's never DNF'ed a race, and so much more. An interesting discussion with a iconic midwest runner.

Join Scotty and Eric Skocaj for a long in depth conversation about his completion of the Infinitus 888K, his life of racing and race directing and much much more.

Oh boy. Mark your calendars. Aaron and Sam are taking over the People's Republic of Boulder. (but will continue to do shows - don't worry). Join Scotty, Aaron, Sam and SPECIAL GUEST HOST Tony Silvestri for this fun filled, offensive and rather scattered discussion of, Sean O'Brien 100K, Arrowhead 135, travel tips TJM Strava Shoutouts, Heath IQ Quizing, Food breaks, and much much more.

Take a fun ten mile tun with Aaron, Sam, Scotty, guest host Stormy and Scotty with special guest Christine Borgerding...who seems to buy distance stickers and then run ultras so she can use them.

Join Scotty and ultra running veteran "Sherpa" John LaCroix as they discuss his life in running, the races he directs and the unfair treatment he is reciving from the Leadville Trail 100 in connection with his attempt to complete the Grand Slam of Ultra Running.

This is a special mini-episode about the Run Across Illinois that will be held this summer, which Scotty is participating in. Join Julio, Meghan, Scotty and Kevin as they discuss the mission, fund-raising, sponsorship and logistics.

Join the Scotty, Aaron, Sam and (guest host) Rachel Ingle, for a gang show with Chris Silva who ran 150 miles with a guy named Abraham Lincoln for a reason we never actually figured out! We also chat with Ann School about the Titletown Ultra Series (6 Hour, 8 hour and 15.5 hour) in Green Bay Wisconsin, Strava Shoutouts, Reviews, the Dead Pool, a NSNG check in and Scotty's recent finish at the Tuscobia 150 Mile Race.

Join Scotty to discuss Edna's life of racing and her recent completion of the 4Deserts Challenge.

Join Scotty and Ultra Ambassador for Team RWB Liza Howard for a discussion about her background and running history, as well as her current project for the Band of Runner's Trail Camp which is currently the subject of a GoFundMe Project. Please considering joining TJM in supporting this project at: https://www.gofundme.com/band-of-runners-trail-camp

Join Scotty, Sam, Aaron and returning special guest Matt Mennacher for a discussion of all things Christmas (not really) as well as the Fear and Loathing 50/50, a NSNG Check in with Ultra Badwater Badass Tony Portera, A short interview with Anna Vocino about her new NSNG Cookbook Eat Happy, Reddit, Strava Shoutouts, your Race Reports, and much much more! Happy Holidays from the gang!

Take a long run with Scotty and Cory Reese as they discuss his life, running from the middle of the pack and his new book "Nowhere Near First" which would make the perfect gift for one of your running friends this holiday season (click through the banner). :)

Jeff Lenard bitched, so here you go!! No one showed up. everyone was in a bad mood. We fought each other. It was the worst of times and the worst of times. No guest and fresh off the cutting room floor......he's an episode none of us ever remember doing. Have a great wekeend!!

Join Scotty and Sam for a long run with Stormy Kies and his story of love and the loss of his daughter Faith, as well as his 200 mile journey at the recent Hennepin 100 mile run. Stormy ran it out and back for her.

Join Scotty, Sam and Aaron with special guest Kyle Gilman who lost over 200 pounds and credits it in part to the new running friends he discovered at Ten Junk Miles. He is truly a miracle....and there wasn't a dry eye in the room (happy tears).

This needs no explanation, it's just an interview of Scott for long time listeners who want to know his story. Special thanks to Racine (Episode 1) for helping out.

Ultra runner and attorney Alison Chavez is one of the most inspirational people in ultrarunning. She battled back from a horrifying course of treatment for cancer while continuously inspiring those around her. Afterwards, she ran two tough mountain 100's.

Join the gang (Where is Tony???) and Allyson Turner, a local listener who we had the pleasure of meeting at the Hennepin 100 id station put on by Ten Junk Mikes and Flatlanders. Lots of talk of crazy pets, And a special visit from Victor Ballesteros on his Grizzley backpack kickstarter!!!

Who would have thought that a friendly chat with a recent 100 mile finisher would turn into so many offensive tangents? Not us! Join Scotty, Sam and special quest Rachel Ingle for fun 10 mile run where they discuss, well, just about everything.

Take a long run with Sam, Scotty and Outside author, biker, runner and all around fascinating person Jill Homer. They discuss life and relationships, living in Alaska, coming into the sports of ultra cycling and running and much much more. Jill is an amazing author and her books are available in our amazon store.

Join Scotty, Aaron, Tony and Sam for a special episode with marathon, trail, ultra and shipping legend, Michael Wardian. Michael is in Chicago trying to win the majors challenge. We talk about the zillions of marathons and ultras he has run and his amazing life. This show was livecasted at Fleet Feet Sports Chicago after a fun run. Several guests also chime in with questions. This is the perfect companion to your Chicago Marathon.

When EPIC is in your name, your story has to be good, right? Join Scotty and the infamous Epic Bill Bradley for a long run, where he tells his life story, his successes and failures, and his future plans. Really interesting guy I hope you all enjoy getting to know!

Join Scotty and Sam on a special episode examining the Vol State 500K race across Tennessee. Special guests include Juli Astairs, Jan Silverman, Paul Wilkerson and Gary Cantrell (a/k/a "Laz")

Sam and Scotty sit down with Wilson Horrell, Tunnel Hill 50 finisher and host of the Lift Heavy Run along podcast. We talk crossfit, ultras, sobriety, and throwing away a $2 million Vegas Slot Machine win.

Join Scotty, Aaron, Tony and Sam, as well as special guest Dr. Ed Cook, who has been running marathons and ultras for many years. We talk injuries, longevity, entitled gelato fans, and much much more. We also chat with Auithor Kevin Langton about his new book: "Superior: 100 Mile Endurance Run..." which you should go buy right now in our amazon store!! Kat's Kudos, Tony's Tings, Aaron's Bike, and much much more!!!

Join Scotty, Sam and Aaron for a special 3 on 1 (With Alcohol) with celebrity fitness trainer Vinnie Tortorich. We discuss his life, his rise to celebrity fitness trainer, the NSNG diet, his book and his podcast. Sam gets converted from veganism and Serena Scott Thomas gets a new pair of shoes. It's like drinks with Yoda. Great Stuff

Join Scotty and his good friend Mike, who is a deaf ultra runner. They talk through a couple of interpreters about life, ultra running, life and racing. It's a special episode for his Flatlander friends that may not know his story.

Join Scotty, Tony, Sam and Aaron with special guest Will Gane, recent Badwater finisher, Chicagoan and feminist. They also chat briefly with Guillaume Calmettes who recently won the Angeles Crest 100. They discuss sexism, Will's foundation Echo 37, the dead pool, Kat's Kudos and much much more

Join Scotty and Serena Scott Thomas for a long run. Serena is an actress (Hostage, The World is not Enough) who is also an UltraRunner en route to her first 100 mile race. Something very different from someone most of you may not know!

The entire gang is back....and more sarcastic than ever!! This episode Scotty, Aaron, Sam and Tony add guest host Lisa Wenderoth who picked up running later in life and wasted no time. She's both a Boston and 100 mile finisher who took up running with her husband. She also flies the friendly skies for Southwest Airlines. We also chat with Chris Roman. Chris is, among other things, a Badwater 135 and Brazil 135 finisher, an amazing runner and a doctor. He tells us all about UltraDoc, his new service offered to runners seeking help with medical issues and advice. We play a "guess the airport code" game, discuss Hardrock hand-holding, Abortion, Veganism, the Dead Pool, Kat's Kudos, and much much more!

Join Scotty and ultra legend Charlie Engle as they discuss his soon to be released book "Running Man : A Memoir." The book chronicles Charlie's life: growing up with large track shoes to fill, falling in love with alcohol and marathoning and eventually crack. Recovery. His time in prison. It's all there in this intimate one on one. (Special thanks to Tony for producing it entirely on the Metra and getting it up a few hours later).

All kidding aside, join Scotty and Dusty as they sit down (sober) for a more serious one on one story of Dusty's life and times, from childhood to present, including his time with Scott Jurek, his pacing gigs, his ski and run career and his struggles with Lyme disease.

Join Scotty, Sam, Tony and Aaron for a fun filled night of meeting the listeners of the show (Sorry we missed you Amanda J). We talk about cats giving kidney transplants, drug testing, the birth of our Reddit page, online dating and, as a special bonus we chat with Sam's mom. We know these shows can be cheesy. But we find them to be fun. Enjoy!

Join Scotty on a long run with John Storkamp. John is a speedster, race director (Superior 100, Zumbro 100 among others) a ten time Arrowhead 135 Finisher, Finisher of the Iditarod Trail Invitational (350 miler version). He's also sober and interesting as hell!!!

Join The entire gang for a return visit by probably the greatest pacer that ever lived - Dusty Olson!! We confirm the fact that he's safe and a pacifist. We talk about what he's been up to and what's next. Note: designated drivers were obtained for this show.

Take a two hour long run with Scotty and 100 mile master Susan Donnelly. Hear the story about how a picture of Ann Trason inspired Susan to run 88 100 mile races now, all over the country and world. She's a life coach. She's been around the sport for quite some time. We can learn a ton from her. She's a sheer delight!

Join Scotty, Sam, Tony and former guest Natalie Hildebrandt (pinch hitting for Aaron) as they sit down with Jennifer Heinton...who's done a zillion marathons, countless triathlons, and just doesn't like the trails. They also dissect Scotty's Comrades performance, and much much more.

Join Scotty and Ultra Runner Podcast host Eric Schranz on a long run. Scotty has been chasing Eric for an interview since he first decided to do long run on on one interviews. Eric has interviewed everyone in the ultra scene ver the past five years, he's also an interesting guy, runner and family man. It's a nice look into the life of a Podcaster through another Podcaster.

Join Scotty, Sam and Aaron for Ten Junk Miles with Jean Lenard and Adam Benkers. Jean and Adam both finished the Kettle Moraine 100 Mile race June 4, along with Sam. The first 100 mile race completed by all three! They are also joined by Eric Skocaj who recently was the only finisher at the Endurance Society 888K challenge. Sam's single and the guys want to play dating game. There are a few tangents. Kat's Kudos and so much more!

Take a long run with Sam and Bonnie Busch, AKA Bonnie Badass. Bonnie is a legend in the Midwest Ultramarathon community, having tackled it all-- from Badwater to Arrowhead. She most recently won the Potawatomi 100 Miler, and earned her 1,000 mile buckle. We talk about how she got into running, and advice she has for young females just getting into the sport. Scotty, Sam, and Bonnie dive deeper into the world of Winter Ultras-- a TJM favorite topic.

Join Scotty, Aaron, Tony, and Sam as they sit down with ultrarunner and photographer Scott Laudick. We talk running, including Laudick's 2015 Georgia Jewel 100 finish, and bad race photos. We also get into a debate about the now infamous TJM Beer Bong Ice Age Aid Station. Other topics discussed include: Aaron's continued foray into cycling, Kat's Kudos, Scotty's upcoming trip to Africa, and Sam's willingness to let the guys make her an online dating profile.