
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
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 294 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Ultra running reveals what happens when race plans fail, training falls apart, and things don’t go the way we want. Running helps strip away all the things we distract ourselves with and forces us to stand face to face with them.
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Why do people run 100 miles and keep coming back to ultra running even after it hurts, slows them down, and offers no obvious reward? If you’ve ever been curious about ultra running or felt the pull toward doing something hard without fully understan... more
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I got sucked in by the Laz episodes and now I’m working my way through the backlog.
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.
I love that this podcast addresses a variety of topics related to running/ultrarunning and that the host asks very thoughtful and compelling questions to his guests. 10/10 recommend!
Recent longer form interviews have been informative and entertaining. Gives us a nice mix of Euro and U.S. perspective. Wasn’t into the faux soul searching that some of the previous shows tried to provide. Josh seems to be back to making running and listening fun.
I’ve been listening to Borderlands for about 18 months, and it was the first podcast I really got into when I started running. Josh’s perspective is refreshing—he makes running feel approachable while mixing in thoughtful business takes that I find both interesting and relatable as a tech entrepreneur. The episodes are fun and relaxing, and Josh’s great attitude keeps me inspired to challenge myself without taking things too seriously. As someone in my late 30s, it feels like his journey lines u... more
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The content focuses on the vibrant world of trail and ultra running, addressing a spectrum of topics ranging from prestigious events such as the Western States Endurance Run and UTMB to deeper, personal narratives from both elite and non-elite runners. Episodes feature conversations with running legends and insights into the balance between the burgeoning professionalism of the sport and a cherished, raw authenticity. Listeners can expect discussions about innovative running gear, race strategies, and community aspects of trail running, all while revealing the personal motivations and experiences that make running such a profound pursuit for many.
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Borderlands Trail and Ultra Running launched 2 years ago and published 294 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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