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Dirt Church Radio Trail Running

Matt Rayment
Trail Running
Ultra Running
New Zealand
Running
UTMB
Western States
Tarawera Ultra Trail
Ultra Trail Australia
Dead Cow Gully
Mental Health
Western States Endurance Run
Tarawira
Injury Recovery
Further Faster
Ultra Trail Kosciuszko
Blue Mountains
Coast To Kosci Ultra Marathon
Dirt Church Radio
100 Mile Race
Crater Rim Ultra Marathon

Trail running talk and banter, delving deep to gain insight and inspiration from interesting runners in New Zealand, Australia and the world. Learn more: dirtchurchradio.com

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This week, Matt and Ali have the pleasure of speaking with Audrée Lafrenière. Audrée is a coach, athlete, and dedicated lover of our sport and culture. You may know her best from the popular trail-running video series that Audrée and her partner, Jef... more

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This week, Matt and Ali carry the torch, as Andrew said he was popping out for soy milk and went to Australia. We run down Vertual July, the controversy with the Six Foot Track Marathon finishing times, and a Hardrock Preview. We debate one of the gr... more

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This week, it’s Ali, Andrew, and Matt rolling as the power trio we are, without an interview, because we wanted to cover something important and increasingly on people’s minds. 

This started with a response to a Yaboyscottjurek post, where he’d come... more

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This week is all about Western States. The history, the myths and legends, and how Ali, Andrew, and Matt first got drawn into the orbit of this incredible race. Andrew, who ran the bloody thing in 2024, confirms that the hype is indeed justified and ... more

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Recent Guests

Holly Ranson
Australian ultrarunner from Tasmania, competitive at 24h events
Australian trail running community
Episode: The 2026 Western States Endurance Run | DCR AidStation 055
Lachlan Colbatch
Australian ultrarunner from Diamond Creek, Victoria
Diamond Creek Trail Running
Episode: The 2026 Western States Endurance Run | DCR AidStation 055
Sophie Linn
Elite trail runner, former triathlete
Australian trail running community
Episode: Dr Pelle Kempe and The 2026 UTA Women in Trail | Dirt Church Radio 376
Lydia O'Donnell
Elite athlete with road and trail background
Australian running community
Episode: Dr Pelle Kempe and The 2026 UTA Women in Trail | Dirt Church Radio 376
Charlie Simpson
Trail runner with family background in ultrarunning
Trail running community
Episode: Dr Pelle Kempe and The 2026 UTA Women in Trail | Dirt Church Radio 376
Pelle Kempe
Obstetrician specializing in women's health
Medical/Healthcare
Episode: Dr Pelle Kempe and The 2026 UTA Women in Trail | Dirt Church Radio 376
Ian Sharman
Ultrarunner, coach, author of The Art of Ultrarunning
Coach, author
Episode: Ian Sharman : The Art Of Ultrarunning | Dirt Church Radio 374
Adrian MacDonald
Two-time Leadville 100-mile champion; UTMB/Western States competitor
ADACs, Terex
Episode: The 2026 Ultra Trail Australia Live Special | Dirt Church Radio 372
Beth McKenzie
Trail runner with strong 100K/UTMB presence; recovering from recent races
Ironman Oceania crew
Episode: The 2026 Ultra Trail Australia Live Special | Dirt Church Radio 372

Hosts

Matt Raymond
Host of the show, leading the conversation
Ali Pottinger
Co-host on Dirt Church Radio Trail Running
Matt Rayment
Co-host on Dirt Church Radio Trail Running

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 354 ratings
  • Great interview with Abby Hall

    Really enjoyed Ali‘s recent interview with Abby Hall. Insightful, intelligent questions, great responses, and a natural flow to the interview. More please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yo-Ruth
    Australia2 years ago
  • Excellent!

    Just found your podcast episode with Majell - an insightful and inspiring interview. Merci from Mt Shasta, CA, home of Headwaters Ultra

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bee Kimura
    United States3 years ago
  • If running is my church, these are my preachers

    My mate Andy told me about this podcast while we were running for 12 hours. I am a bit late to the party since it started in 2018 and it’s now 2022. This is the perfect podcast for your long run in the middle of nowhere, or even just cooking in your kitchen. The fabulous yarns, best runs ever and anecdotes from people you worship and people you’ve never heard of will contribute to making your day magical. Kia Ora Matt and Eugene for converting the masses to your church of the great wide trail ru... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EmilyFizz
    New Zealand4 years ago
  • Thank you

    This podcast has been sooo appreciated during this long Auckland lockdown

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    terriblewild
    New Zealand5 years ago
  • Keep on running

    Discovered DCR in the weeks leading up to Tarawera 2020 and it’s been my go to podcast ever since. Great interviews and great stories. Just what I need now I’m living back in UK. Cheers lads!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bendiggins
    United Kingdom6 years ago

Listeners Say

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

The show often balances practical training tips with engaging race-day stories and community vibes.
Listeners praise the hosts' warmth, humor, and down-to-earth banter.
Guests are consistently interesting and well-chosen, providing actionable insights for runners.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#88
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#66
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#87
France/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#4
New Zealand/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#43
Hong Kong/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#109
Netherlands/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The 2026 Western States Endurance Run | DCR AidStation 055
Q: What are you most looking forward to about Western States?
The guests express excitement about experiencing the course, the atmosphere, and the elite field, with a focus on appreciating the event and soaking up memories with their crews.
Ian Sharman : The Art Of Ultrarunning | Dirt Church Radio 374
Q: What inspired Ian to write a book on ultrarunning?
Ian wanted to distill decades of coaching experience into a resource that explains concepts with depth and context, using stories from elite athletes to illustrate key ideas while emphasizing longevity and practical application for a broad range of runners.
The 2026 Ultra Trail Australia Live Special | Dirt Church Radio 372
Q: What is your approach to handling nerves before big races?
Each guest emphasizes starting line psychology—focus on getting to the start, staying relaxed until the gun, and keeping the event experience enjoyable to ease tension rather than overthinking race pace.
The 2026 Ultra Trail Australia Preview- With Ian 'easy' Meyer | Dirt Church Radio 370
Q: Hi, I've got a really important first question to ask you, Easy. Why do you get called Easy? Do I want to know?
Ian explains that the nickname originated from a friend who started calling him Easy E; the nickname stuck with his circle and became a familiar tag among the UTA community.
Jackson Cole. Fight The Power | Dirt Church Radio 359
Q: What's the weekend got in store for you?
He is going ski touring with a friend into the Mission Mountain Range and plans to run the next day.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dirt Church Radio Trail Running

What is Dirt Church Radio Trail Running about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on trail and ultrarunning culture in Australasia, mixing in-depth interviews, race reports, and behind-the-scenes event moments. Episodes frequently feature elite and amateur athletes discussing race strategy, recovery, training philosophy, course logistics, and the evolving culture of trail running, with a strong emphasis on community, gear banter, and the local scene around major events. It's likely to appeal to listeners who crave practical racing insights, character-driven stories, and banter-rich conversations from a tight-knit running community that spans New Zealand, Australia, and beyond. A notable strength is the hosts' warm, down-to-earth style and their ability to weave technical discussion with relatable storyt... more

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Recent guests on Dirt Church Radio Trail Running include:

1. Holly Ranson
2. Lachlan Colbatch
3. Sophie Linn
4. Lydia O'Donnell
5. Charlie Simpson
6. Pelle Kempe
7. Ian Sharman
8. Adrian MacDonald

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