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Trail Running
Ultra Running
Running
Western North Carolina
Western States
Ultrarunning
Western States 100
Quest For the Crest
Cocodona
Nutrition
Hurricane Helene
Trail Running Community
Hellbender 100
Women In Sports
Mental Health
Javelina 100
Ultramarathons
Western States Endurance Run
Coffee
Community Building

Freetrail presents The Midpacker Podcast, which follows middle and back of the pack trail runners and ultra runners at the heart of the trail running community. Join host Troy Meadows weekly as he talks through what it takes to balance life and running with everyday runners doing extra ordinary things on and off the trails.

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The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.

Join the Newsletter at:⁠ ⁠MidPack Musings SubStack⁠⁠

Become a paid member: troymeadows.substack.com/subscribe

Check Out MPP Merch ⁠

Make sure you leave us a rating and rev... more

The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.

Join the Newsletter at:⁠ ⁠MidPack Musings SubStack⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠

⁠Support the MidPacker Pod on ⁠Patreon⁠.⁠⁠

Check Out MPP Merch ⁠

Make sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you ... more

The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.

Join the Newsletter at:⁠ ⁠MidPack Musings SubStack⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠

⁠Support the MidPacker Pod on ⁠Patreon⁠.⁠⁠

Check Out MPP Merch ⁠

Make sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you ... more

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Recent Guests

Ekta Basu
Guest, trail and ultra runner who completed Tahoe 200
Episode: #121 Ekta Basu | Finding Yourself, Tahoe 200, & The Power of the Right People
Tim Tollefson
Legendary trail and ultra runner, founder of Trail Fest
Trail Fest, Mammoth, Nike/HOKA/Craft athlete
Episode: #120 Tim Tollefson | Betting on Yourself, Building Mammoth Trail Fest, & The Courage to Reinvent
Sara Duncan
Scientist, educator, community builder, trail runner
Self-employed / Western North Carolina running community
Episode: #119 Sara Duncan | First 100 Miler Lessons, Building Community, & Refusing To Quit
Troy Meadows
Ultra runner, coach, and podcaster
Episode: #118 Troy Meadows & Julio Palma | Hellbender 100, Battling the DNF Demons, & Through Endurance We Conquer
Matt Van Dalsem
aka MVD; veteran trail and ultrarunning figure; co-host and guest on Trailing Indicators
Trailing Indicators / Freetrail community
Episode: #117 Matt Van Dalsem | Community, Perspective, & More On The Fragility of Life
Ryan Thrower
Photographer, filmmaker, storyteller in trail running
Freetrail / Harmony
Episode: #116 Ryan Thrower | Curiosity, Creativity, & The Fragility of Life
Jordan Battaglia
Founder/Co-founder, PlayOn Relief; strength and mobility coach
PlayOn Relief
Episode: #115 Jordan Battaglia | Building PlayOn, Strength for Longevity, and Staying Injury Free
Stevie Smith
Registered sports dietitian and endurance athlete; founder of Stevie Lynn Nutrition
Stevie Lynn Nutrition
Episode: #114 Stevie Smith | Fueling for your next Ultra, Betting on Yourself & Building an Endurance Nutrition Coaching Business
Jeff Hammond
Foot & Ankle doctor, Hammond Foot & Ankle
Hammond Foot & Ankle
Episode: #113 Dr Jeff Hammond | Cocodona Dreams, Foot Health, Plantar Fasciitis, Injury Lessons, & Chasing Big Goals

Host

Troy Meadows
Host of The Midpacker Podcast; midpack-focused ultrarunner, coach, and creator

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 134 ratings
  • Troy and his unique insight in the trail world!

    I love the interviews he does with various runners not just top athletes. The series on the RDs has been a great insight on different races out there and what goes into them. Great job Troy, keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    flyingcow10
    United States5 months ago
  • Finally- stories for the average long distance runner

    Some of the trail running podcasts I listen to only focus on the elite runner. It’s nice to hear about relatable individuals that run for the joy of it, to push self limits, for self discovery, to enjoy the scenery, or for any other reason aside from winning .. give this podcast a chance !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    easyisdoable
    United States8 months ago
  • Dark Divide Episode

    This is exactly the content I look for that is rare these days! Ultra running podcasts have moved away from simply sharing race experiences but this is what I love most!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nabsbxhxvds
    United Statesa year ago
  • Listen to this if you live trail running!

    So Glad to have found this Podcast! Thanks Troy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tennessee Goldie
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Show

    Found this show when Troy was on a different trail running show. Liked his content more than theirs so I ditched their podcast and came here. Great show. Like every episode and can’t wait for more every week. Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sfrenc01
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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

Podcasts celebrate community, crew support, and practical race insights.
Consistently high-quality storytelling and motivation for everyday runners.
Listeners appreciate diverse guest backgrounds and practical takeaways for training and life balance.
Relatable and approachable content that highlights midpack runners, not just elites.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#182
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#103
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#62
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#35
Singapore/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#56
Indonesia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#147
Taiwan/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#119 Sara Duncan | First 100 Miler Lessons, Building Community, & Refusing To Quit
Q: Who is Sara Duncan?
Sara describes herself as a scientist, educator, community builder, and trail runner who has grown into ultrarunning and building supportive running communities like Snarc.
#120 Tim Tollefson | Betting on Yourself, Building Mammoth Trail Fest, & The Courage to Reinvent
Q: What inspired Trail Fest and how did it start?
Tim explains that Trail Fest emerged from a long-held dream supported by local community partners; fear of failure initially held him back, but external interest and the desire not to let the idea be taken by others pushed him to move forward and formalize the event.
#120 Tim Tollefson | Betting on Yourself, Building Mammoth Trail Fest, & The Courage to Reinvent
Q: What was it like moving from Nike to HOKA and then into Craft?
Tim discusses leaving Nike to join HOKA during a pivotal growth phase, notes the deeper connection with the founders, and explains how Craft represented a more intimate collaboration where storytelling and audience engagement became central to his role, alongside performance.
#120 Tim Tollefson | Betting on Yourself, Building Mammoth Trail Fest, & The Courage to Reinvent
Q: Who is Tim Tollefson?
Tim describes himself as a lifelong learner who has transitioned from chasing KPIs to valuing relationships, curiosity, and the broader impact he can have beyond racing. He emphasizes reinventing himself through new opportunities and leveraging his experiences across brands.
#115 Jordan Battaglia | Building PlayOn, Strength for Longevity, and Staying Injury Free
Q: How did PlayOn Relief originate from a personal need?
Jordan explains the back injury during college led him to try various products, realize their shortcomings, and pivot to using his family's technology to develop a natural, longer-lasting pain relief solution with a unique delivery system.

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The show centers on middle- and back-of-pack trail runners and ultrarunners, often balancing work, family, and a passion for the outdoors. Episodes mix race recaps, training philosophy, and community-building strategies, with a strong emphasis on practical mindset, long-term consistency, and sustainable racing careers. A standout element is the focus on relatable, every-runner stories—alongside field notes, coaching insights, and discussions about sponsorships, gear, and the evolving culture of the sport—making it a practical listen for listeners who want inspiration, actionable tips, and a sense of belonging in a broad endurance community.

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Recent guests on The Midpacker Podcast include:

1. Ekta Basu
2. Tim Tollefson
3. Sara Duncan
4. Troy Meadows
5. Matt Van Dalsem
6. Ryan Thrower
7. Jordan Battaglia
8. Stevie Smith

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