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Peak Pursuits

Peak Pursuits
Trail Running
Australia
UTMB
Nutrition
Buffalo Stampede
UTA
Asia Pacific Trail Running Championships
World Mountain and Trail Running Championships
Western States
South Korea
Warburton Trail Fest
Golden Trail World Series
World Championships
Ice Marathon
Vlad Ixel
Golden Trail National Series
Blue Mountains
Heat Training
Strength Training
Benjamin Burgess

Welcome to Peak Pursuits, where we chase dirt-packed trails, soaring ridgelines and the thrill of a finish line like no other. Hosted by trail obsessives and elite runners Simone Brick, Brodie Nankervis, Vlad Ixel and Jess Jason — plus deep-dives with James Sieber — we bring you candid chats with Australia’s top trail runners.

Expect behind-the-scenes stories, honest conversations about training, ... more

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Welcome back to Peak Pursuits and episode 134. This week Jess and James are joined by Patrick Clark, fresh off four days of battling our very own Vlad Ixel at Four Peaks.

Pat takes us through how that unfolded, including a wrong turn that proved pre... more

The internationals are coming, but can the Aussies take it to them on home soil?

James and Brodie welcome Sophie Broom back to Peak Pursuits for a deep dive into the 2026 Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler and 50km fields. With World Trail Majors point... more

In this ep with Sim, Vlad and Zoe Manning, we catch with Zoe about her year so far, how she is juggling study and training, and what her prep for APTRC has been like.

Then we chat through a big weekend of racing between Vlad tackling Four Peaks and... more

Running fast up one mountain is one thing. Backing it up for four days is another.

James Sieber and Brodie Nankervis are joined by Kellie Angel to preview the 2026 Four Peaks Bright Alpine Climb, taking in Mount Buffalo, Mount Feathertop, Mount Hoth... more

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Recent Guests

Kellie Angel
Trail runner who completed all four Four Peaks races in 2025
Endurance Edge
Episode: 4 Peaks 2026 Preview: Four Days, Big Climbs & Wide-Open Racing
Sophie Broome
Trail runner and Mount to Coast teammate of Mike Carroll
Mount to Coast
Episode: Roller Coaster Run 2026: Race Preview with Sophie Broome
Toby Lang
Australian trail runner and orienteer selected for the under-23 team at the Asia Pacific Trail Running Championships.
Episode: Inward Bound, Preparing for APTRC, and When You Are Ready for a 100km - feat Toby Lang | Episode 131
Lara Hamilton
Elite trail runner, Ultratrail Sud Pyrenys 120K finisher
Ultratrail Sud Pyrenys racer
Episode: Lara Hamilton on Winning Her Longest Race Ever | Episode 130
Shane Johnstone
From Transcend Ultra Trails, race director
Transcend Ultra Trails
Episode: Shane Johnstone | Building Transcend, Bringing Racing to Life & Giving Runners a Reason to Head West
Billy Curtis
Regular guest on Peak Pursuits, trail racer
Episode: Australian APTRC Team Announced, Vietnam Mountain Marathon, & Supplements for Running feat Billy Curtis | Episode 128
Ben Burgess
Elite trail runner
Athlete sponsored by NNormal
Episode: Ben Burgess | Post-Worlds Pressure, NNormal Sponsorship and Finding His Way Back
Sophie Linn
2024 Olympian, former triathlete, now trail runner
ASICS Australia athlete
Episode: Triathlete to Trail: Transitioning from being an Olympic Triathlete to Trail Runner with Sophie Linn | Episode 126
Matt Dunn
UTMB competitor, trail runner
UTMB/Trail Running community
Episode: UTMB Recap Feat Matt Dunn | Episode 125

Hosts

James Sieber
Host of Peak Pursuits; coach and fitness professional; interview guide for deep-dive conversations.
Simone Brick
Co-host and host on Peak Pursuits; provides athlete perspective and interview facilitation.
Brodie Nankervis
Co-host and host on Peak Pursuits; focal point for athlete stories and race updates.
Jess Jason
Host and guest interviewer; brings coaching and athlete insight, often guiding conversations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
  • Love the show

    Great insight into the Australian trail running scene, can’t get enough of it!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Josh Goding
    Australiaa year ago
  • Masterclass in trail-running!

    An absolute masterclass in trail-running! Top 5 Podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Todd Haskell
    New Zealand2 years ago

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Production quality and guest diversity are recurring positives in reviews.
Listeners appreciate the practical training takeaways and real-world race prep tips.
Guests are often high-caliber athletes offering candid insights into mindset, sponsorship, and endurance strategies.
The show is valued for honest discussions about injuries, recovery, and the realities of balancing life with trail running.

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Apple Podcasts
#32
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#40
Indonesia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#41
Saudi Arabia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#114
Hong Kong/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#222
New Zealand/Sports/Running

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Roller Coaster Recap feat. Course Record Breakdown with Jess! | Episode 132
Q: Was this an A race for you, Jess, or a test to see where you are before Asia Pacific, or did you have another goal or intention in mind?
Jason says she decided to race at short notice because she was feeling good and wanted a race before China. She intended to run conservatively, but felt in control and began pushing more during the second lap.
Roller Coaster Recap feat. Course Record Breakdown with Jess! | Episode 132
Q: Can you tell us about the block leading up and into Roller Coaster?
Jason describes a gradual return to training after OCC, with three weekly gym sessions, hill or trail work, and threshold sessions. Feeling strong in training and gaining perspective while in Perth prompted her to enter Roller Coaster.
4 Peaks 2026 Preview: Four Days, Big Climbs & Wide-Open Racing
Q: What do you think about using this weekend like Toby and Vlad are as a lead up for a race like Asia Pacific?
Kellie says the uphill-heavy Four Peaks courses are not especially specific to the Asia Pacific Championships, which do not feature major climbs, though the format may not be excessively damaging. Brodie adds that Mystic's downhill running may be the most likely part to leave runners sore.
4 Peaks 2026 Preview: Four Days, Big Climbs & Wide-Open Racing
Q: What stood out to you most about actually doing the back to back days and the events themselves, how they kind of go day one into two, three, four, etc.
Kellie found the consecutive days challenging, especially while recovering from the flu, but enjoyed racing alongside many of the same people and the event's community atmosphere.
Roller Coaster Run 2026: Race Preview with Sophie Broome
Q: What do you guys think about this 46? Well, obviously James, you've got Kelly going out doing this, so you're obviously on board with this being a training race for the Asia Pacific 1 course. What's your thought process there? Do you think this is a good option for these guys?
Sieber says using an event as training depends on the athlete's ability to control effort. Roller Coaster offers relevant climbing, a supported long-run setting and chances to practise nutrition and race plans, while Nankervis notes the course profile is a useful match for the championship terrain.

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A candid show centered on Australian trail running, with guests ranging from elite ultrarunners to coaches and race directors. Episodes often explore training blocks, race strategy, injury management, sponsorship dynamics, and the realities of pursuing long-distance goals—from Western States to major Australian events. Notable traits include practical performance tips, behind-the-scenes race logistics, and a culture-focused look at a tight-knit endurance community that balances travel, work, and family with elite sport. The format tends to feature in-depth conversations, actionable coaching insights, and a healthy mix of race recaps, gear talk, and event ecosystem discussions that appeal to aspiring and current trail runners alike.

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Recent guests on Peak Pursuits include:

1. Kellie Angel
2. Sophie Broome
3. Toby Lang
4. Lara Hamilton
5. Shane Johnstone
6. Billy Curtis
7. Ben Burgess
8. Sophie Linn

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