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Ten Junk Miles

Ten Junk Miles, LLC
Running
Ultrarunning
Ultra Running
Trail Running
Ten Junk Miles
Badger 100
Mental Health
Ultramarathon
Running Community
Sugar Badger
Ultramarathons
Quick Trip 50K
Turkey Trot
Western States
Half Marathon
Community
Badger Trail Races
Cocodona 250
Marathon
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A lighthearted conversation by runners about their lives as runners and the issues that are interesting or important to them and guests of the show. TJM is meant to be a companion to you as you run. Think of us as your running partners on days when you just need some friends to get you out on an easy run. The show is composed of 10 segments, one for each mile, and every 10 minutes or so we move on... more

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Latest Episodes

Join Scotty and Dr. Nicole Yedlinski for ten junk miles in which she explains to him (like he's a sixth grader) what a peptide is, why it is controversial, the bans, the science, and much much more. A lot to be learned and explained here. A race inst... more

Join Scott W. Kummer, Kerri Maess, @Adam "Moose" Mathews, Angie Mathews, Lauren Duncan and Lee Oksiuta for Ten Junk Miles in which we discuss what we have been up to, how the Badger Trail Races went, Moose's use of made up words and what the hell was... more

Join Scotty and coach Liza Howard. Listen to them talk about his running, injury, course of treatment, recovery and return to running.

Thanks to the products helping my recovery:

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Meet Nation Member Casey Sepich!! #RunTJM

Weekly Strava Champions

Most Miles: Jeremiah Sullivan 191.3

Most Time Runing: Jeremiah Sullivan 31:44:54

Most Vert: Erik Koenig 23,061

Sign up for theTen Junk Miles races here: www.tenjunkmi... more

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Recent Guests

Bonnie Kaufman
Ultrarunner and Badger 100 finisher
Independent runner
Episode: Long Run 267 - Bonnie Kaufman - The Final Badger 100 Finisher (2026)
Lubia Salgado
Runner and ultramarathoner sharing her running journey and personal story
Independent runner; works in billing for a large corporation
Episode: Meet The Nation 347 - Lubia Salgado
Nora Bird
Grand Slam entrant, Wasatch/Old Dominion/Vermont participant; aid station captain
Ten Junk Miles guest panelist
Episode: Gang Show 260 - 4 Perspectives On Western States
Lauren Duncan
One Ticket Wonder, Western States participant
Ten Junk Miles guest panelist
Episode: Gang Show 260 - 4 Perspectives On Western States
Tammy Hellings
Longtime racer, Grand Slam participant, supportive crew member
Ten Junk Miles guest panelist
Episode: Gang Show 260 - 4 Perspectives On Western States
Paul Stofko
Crazy Legs, ultrarunner and race director
Ten Junk Miles guest panelist
Episode: Gang Show 260 - 4 Perspectives On Western States
Luke Nugent
Runner based in Conway, Massachusetts
Locomotive electrician by trade, ultrarunner
Episode: Meet the Nation 346 - Luke Nugent
Penny Williams
Listener and ultrarunner, 70+ age group competitor
Self / TJM community
Episode: Gang Show 261 - Meet the Badger Trail Races People
Rich Ricking
Caller from England
Listener
Episode: Gang Show 261 - Meet the Badger Trail Races People

Hosts

Scott Kummer
Host of Ten Junk Miles; attorney; deeply embedded in ultrarunning culture and community building; co-founder of a large local running group.
Scotty Kummer
Co-host with a long-running history on the show; known for candid banter, humor, and deep ties to ultrarunning culture.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • My running friends

    Can’t say enough good things about this podcast. I was looking for inspiration when I could barely run a mile, and thanks to this podcast I’ve run two 50Ks in the last year and am just getting started! Thanks for keeping me laughing even when my feet hurt.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caitlin Hird
    United States22 days ago
  • Always making me laugh

    Thanks for making the miles go faster.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Run mn
    United Statesa month ago
  • I always come back

    I started listening to TJM at the start, when Scotty introduced it to me at IT100 at the beginning.

    I like to listen to a lot of podcasts, about running, coaching, history, politics, news, archeology, science, Ireland, with authors, musicians, journalists, and more. It becomes overwhelming and I end up dumping them all. TJM is the first one I come back to and I’ve listened to every episode, except episode 2. I enjoy the Meet the Nation hearing of everyday listeners like me, really like some of ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ultra Runningham
    United States2 months ago
  • 10 junk miles love

    Been listening since 2017. Enjoy all the formats. When running by myself I count on ten junk miles to keep me company. Love eddies jokes on the gang shows keep em coming

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John E retired
    United States4 months ago
  • A first time listener

    Do drivers passing by me while running wonder why I'm laughing?

    Every time! Thanks for making the miles go quicker.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Run mn
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Authentic and unscripted vibe; listeners feel like they're part of a running community.
Inspiring stories that motivate back-of-pack runners to pursue ultrarunning.
A mix of deep interviews and chaotic gang shows keeps it entertaining and relatable.
Humor and camaraderie are constants, making long runs feel shorter.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#32
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#56
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#100
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#104
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#12
Singapore/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#30
Denmark/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Gang Show 261 - Meet the Badger Trail Races People
Q: What distance are you running at the Badger and why?
Various guests explain their reasons, often citing personal challenge, tradition, or training goals; many are drawn to the longer distances like 100 miles as a test of endurance and personal growth.
From Setback to the Start Line 7 - Sara Davidson and her success following root repair surgeries
Q: What are your current goals and how do you balance risk with passion for ultrarunning?
Current goals focus on finishing races within what the body can tolerate, with an emphasis on smart pacing, rehab, strength work, and willingness to adjust or pivot to other disciplines if needed; long-distance endurance remains possible, but not at the pre-injury intensity.
From Setback to the Start Line 7 - Sara Davidson and her success following root repair surgeries
Q: When did you start running again after each surgery and how did you progress?
The first return-to-run began around 12 weeks with very gradual intervals and walk breaks, expanding slowly due to quad strength and fear; the second return allowed running earlier in some phases but emphasized strength and controlled progression to avoid setbacks.
From Setback to the Start Line 7 - Sara Davidson and her success following root repair surgeries
Q: What did the recovery path look like for your first vs. second surgery?
The first surgery involved six weeks non-weight bearing with a slower ramp-up and gradual PT progression; the second was more conservative in terms of weight-bearing but relied on a more advanced, strength-focused PT protocol to regain quad strength and functional mobility.
From Setback to the Start Line 7 - Sara Davidson and her success following root repair surgeries
Q: How did you discover you had a root tear and what led you to surgery?
I felt a pop during a training run that led to significant pain, followed by MRI confirmation and the surgeon recommending root repair after seeing the extent of the tear and associated fractures; the decision was reinforced by the possibility of preserving running capacity.

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A candid, community-driven running show that blends long-form interviews with lighthearted banter. It often centers on ultrarunning journeys, training challenges, race logistics, and the personal stories behind endurance goals, all wrapped in humor and camaraderie. Listeners get practical tips, race-director perspectives, and a strong sense of belonging to a wide-running family, with episodes ranging from the emotional toll of 100-mile finishes to the logistics of big race weekends. Noteworthy is the show's mix of deep, inspirational storytelling and chaotic, entertaining gang-style conversations that keep beginners and seasoned ultrarunners alike engaged.

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Recent guests on Ten Junk Miles include:

1. Bonnie Kaufman
2. Lubia Salgado
3. Nora Bird
4. Lauren Duncan
5. Tammy Hellings
6. Paul Stofko
7. Luke Nugent
8. Penny Williams

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