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Borderlands Trail and Ultra Running

Josh Rosenthal | Ultra Runner
Ultra Running
Trail Running
Western States
Running
UTMB
Western States 100
Paris Fashion Week
Kiprun
Ultrarunning
Nike
Nutrition
Hoka
Moab 240
Western States Endurance Run
Running Community
Running Culture
Ultra Trail Running
Jim Walmsley
Borderlands Trail Running
Prize Money

Borderlands Trail and Ultra Running is a storytelling podcast for ultra runners who love this sport deeply, the iconic races, the legendary athletes, the gear, and the culture that makes all of it worth caring about. Hosted by Josh Rosenthal, founder of Borderlands Trail Running, this show exists to collect the ultra running stories that define the sport, from spending a day at Laz Lake's home to ... more

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Latest Episodes

Anton Krupicka has spent two decades becoming something harder to define than a trail runner. This conversation is about how that happened, why he stopped caring about fitting the sport’s mold, and what it looks like to keep evolving without chasing ... more

Trail running is growing fast, but what happens to the races that don’t scale cleanly? After spending one night volunteering at the Wasatch 100 and the next day at a brand-new UTMB race, I came away wondering whether the messy, human parts of ultra r... more

Ultrarunning rewards people who can keep going. Biel makes you wonder what happens when stopping no longer feels like an option, and where ambition ends and compulsion begins.

Biel is a Brazilian ultrarunner, Speed Project athlete, tattoo artist and... more

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UTMB is the center of trail running for one week every year, and somehow the people most frustrated by it keep showing up. After a week in Chamonix, I came home thinking the problem with hating UTMB is that the race keeps complicating the argument ag... more

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Recent Guests

Tara Dower
Ultra athlete and trail runner known for FKTs and top race finishes
Independent athlete
Episode: With Tara Dower | Built Different
Karl Meltzer
Speedgoat, ultramarathoner and race director
Speedgoat, UTMB partner
Episode: Karl Meltzer | Speedgoat, UTMB, and Trail Running’s Boom
Harvey Lewis
Ultra runner and high school civics teacher
Episode: Harvey Lewis | The Man Behind the Ultras
Jeremy Bresnan
Co-founder of Ciele
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Episode: Ciele Athletics and the Rise of Running Culture
Dan Merritt
Former head of marketing for CLA
CLA (co-created brand discussions)
Episode: Ciele Athletics and the Rise of Running Culture
Corey Stecker
Global head of sales
Ciele
Episode: Ciele Athletics and the Rise of Running Culture
Catherine Douglas
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Ciele
Episode: Ciele Athletics and the Rise of Running Culture
Ludovic Pommeret
Endurance runner referenced as Hardrock champion
Episode: What If Your Best Running Is Still Ahead?
Courtney Dauwalter
Elite ultrarunner, multiple Hardrock winner
Episode: What If Your Best Running Is Still Ahead?

Host

Josh Rosenthal
Host of Borderlands Trail and Ultra Running; founder of Borderlands Trail Running; engages in long-form conversations about running culture, gear, and media

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 268 ratings
  • Too much

    Josh strikes me as a really good dude but his effort to give us the thinking man’s running podcast hits me as overthought and full of weird LinkedIn-y thoughts like “I thought midsoles were made of foam until what I felt underfoot at Cocodona shook my soul.”

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    early_day_miner
    United States2 months ago
  • Negative spin

    The topics are solid and the insight shows depth of knowledge, but it’s always negative. Every episode is full of what everyone is doing wrong and why what they’re doing is hurting trail running. If you want to know what’s causing the downfall of trail running, this podcast is for you. Hint: It’s everything. No one is doing anything right.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Clan Dad
    United States4 months ago
  • Love the content

    Great episodes and very interesting and unique topics. Appreciate the nuances discussed as well. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    scotty_does
    United States6 months ago
  • Never miss an episode

    I got sucked in by the Laz episodes and now I’m working my way through the backlog.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ultraeverything
    United States7 months ago
  • The titles don’t do it justice

    Jump in to anyone of these podcasts if you love running. The title doesn’t always do it justice but the conversations are always great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Railtrailrnnr
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests and topics feel authentic and varied, from elite athletes to brand leaders.
Show blends gear, race talk, and culture in a unique way that resonates with enthusiasts.
Listeners praise the thoughtful, down-to-earth approach to running and culture.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#26
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#28
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#34
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#51
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#61
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#136
France/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Karl Meltzer | Speedgoat, UTMB, and Trail Running’s Boom
Q: What was UTMB like as an organization when they first approached you?
The initial approach felt more about potential collaboration and growth than a sudden takeover; over time, he learned UTMB's plans and saw both opportunities and concerns about the sport's direction under large corporate ownership.
With Tara Dower | Built Different
Q: What drew you to Altra, and how has the partnership influenced your gear choices?
I started with Lone Peaks during the Through hike and later connected with Altra due to how well the shoes fit my feet; the partnership has allowed me to experiment and iterate, including how I approach shoe drops and road-to-trail transitions.
With Tara Dower | Built Different
Q: How do you balance speed training with ultra-focused endurance goals?
Speed work is essential for the overall athletic toolbox; I use road races and shorter tempos to sharpen, then translate that to trail endurance, all while constantly adjusting for how my body feels for the long haul.
Harvey Lewis | The Mind Behind the Ultras
Q: How has accumulated wisdom shaped your approach over the years?
Lewis reflects on learning from past failures, such as Spartathlon and Badwater, and how those lessons inform today's training, pacing, and the determination to always give his best, regardless of outcome.
Harvey Lewis | The Mind Behind the Ultras
Q: How do you handle the mental toll of long races and staying positive?
He discusses natural positivity, ongoing mental discipline, and the need to re-center thoughts with crew support, nutrition, and simple self-talk to stay in the right frame of mind.

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What is Borderlands Trail and Ultra Running about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A storytelling show centered on ultra and trail running culture, gear, and the sport's key figures. Episodes mix deep conversations with legendary athletes, brand leaders, and race organizers, exploring training, mindset, race strategy, design, and community. The host often dissects culture shifts, sponsorships, and the evolving media landscape around trail running, with distinctive takes on race mythology, product storytelling, and the tensions between grassroots dirtbag culture and mainstream growth. Listeners gain access to behind-the-scenes perspectives on iconic races, gear history, and the human stories that fuel endurance pursuits, making the podcast a useful resource for athletes, brand teams, and anyone tracking the sport's directi... more

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Recent guests on Borderlands Trail and Ultra Running include:

1. Tara Dower
2. Karl Meltzer
3. Harvey Lewis
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5. Dan Merritt
6. Corey Stecker
7. Catherine Douglas
8. Ludovic Pommeret

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