
Welcome to "Free Outside," the ultimate podcast for outdoor enthusiasts! Join me, Jeff Garmire, as I blur the lines between trail running, Fastest Known Times (FKTs), thru-hiking, backpacking, and all endurance. With 20 FKTs under my belt, a book, a movie, and plenty of unconventional experiences, I'm here to share my adventures and insights. Expect engaging interviews and fun interactions with gu... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 219 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Patrick “Bubba The Midwest McGrady" Kavanagh joins the Free Outside Podcast after surviving Cocodona 250 with less than two hours of sleep, a lot of hallucinations, and peak Midwest politeness.
We talk about passive aid station etiquette, the infamo... more
Yassine Diboun comes on to talk about imposter syndrome, ultra running, positivity, sobriety, community, and why none of us actually feel as confident as we pretend to.
Yassine has been in the ultra running world for nearly 20 years, from the old-sc... more
Allison Mercer and I recap the chaos of Cocodona 250. From a tracker glitch that placed Jeff in Africa in 1969, to GI issues, hallucinations, Mingus basketball, sleepless nights, and a fifth straight top 10 finish, this year’s race felt bigger, faste... more
Cocodona 250 starts in two days, so I’m talking through the plan, the nerves, the training block, and why this race still matters so much to me. This episode is also the two-year anniversary of the Free Outside Podcast, which launched during Cocodona... more
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Love Jeff!! Get person with amazing content name for the fan base? The freebies!?
Jeff’s authenticity and curiosity is a welcome reprieve from the countless running bro and boss babe podcasts that fail to connect with the average person. At time when the sport is blowing up, he keeps it real. No-frills conversations that focus on the people behind the sport and what makes them tick. The ultra world needs more people like Jeff.
Good job Jeff
I stumbled across Free Outside with Jeff Garmire while following another Jeff. Their approach and content couldn’t be more different, yet I eagerly await new posts from both.
Free Outside is not your ordinary hiking podcast. Garmire blurs the lines between thru-hiking, FKTs, ultrarunning, and general outdoor nonsense in a way that feels refreshing, real, and sometimes completely relatable—even if you’re not quite sure why or how it’s relatable.
Maybe it’s the perspective of someone who openly ... more
Not as good as Expensive Outside but better than Doubletrack xx
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This show centers on trail running, ultrarunning culture, FKTs, and long-distance adventures, often blending practical race insights with personal storytelling. Episodes frequently feature athletes and industry figures discussing training, navigation, sponsorships, race logistics, and the evolving landscape of endurance sports, with a strong emphasis on authenticity, humor, and community. A standout angle is the host's hands-on involvement in notable events (like Barkley Marathons and Cocodona-style feats) and candid conversations that mix strategy, mental resilience, and real-world challenges, making it a compelling listen for athletes, sponsors, and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
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Free Outside launched 2 years ago and published 219 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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Recent guests on Free Outside include:
1. Andrea Moore
2. Sally McRae
3. Monica Monroe
4. Kai Slough
5. Allison Powell
6. Eric Jenkins
7. Liz Mercury Derstine
8. Mike McKnight
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