
Welcome to the Steep Stuff Podcast, your source for all things Short Trail
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 272 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | RunningSportsWilderness | |||

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A young ultra runner with a mountain kid heart and a pro’s mindset—Coleman Cragun brings the heat. We dig into how he went from SUU walk-on to stacking top finishes at Canyons, Broken Arrow, Speedgoat, and Mammoth in his first year of... more
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Money is moving up the mountain, and the Northeast is ready for it. We sit down with Tom Hooper of 603 Endurance to unpack how a new partnership with Marathon Sports unlocks bigger prize purses, stronger production, and a smarter spon... more
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Trail running deserves sharper storytelling than recycled podium posts. We open the books on Steep Stuff: what we botched in 2025, what finally clicked, and how we’re going big on short trail in 2026. James and guest host Francesco ge... more
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A late start, a canceled senior season, and a move to Bozeman turned Lucy Kolpa from a soccer defender into one of trail running’s most compelling rising names. We dive into how she traded splits for summits, built a durable engine wi... more
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The Steep Stuff Podcast goes way beyond the nuanced race results and gear talk. James is a true professional and there’s a clear sense of perfecting the craft over the last year. The conversations feel real, unforced, and human. It’s more like sitting in on a long run chat than listening to an interview. You’re listening and feel like you’re part of the conversation.
What sets it apart is the patience, the honesty of each guest, and James ability to drive the podcast forward. Guests are given s... more
This is one of the best sports podcasts period! As a former guest and listener to every episode, James is a wonderfully kind, thoughtful, and perceptive interviewer who really does his research on each guest and thinks of creative ways to connect with them. His genuine interest in each person and love for the sport shines through every ep.
James has a lot of guests, but he’s so great at picking excellent athletes to bring on and having a conversation in a way that makes everyone comfortable and engaging. Seriously impressed by his interview skills!
Professional and elite sports frequently feel so distant and difficult to grasp for the average person. James does a great job removing all the noise and gets into real, down-to-earth conversations with the sport’s best. It’s refreshing to listen to a podcast that puts genuineness above all else. Keep up the great work!
Up there with Singletrack and Freetrail. Really great podcast. James, I love to know who coaches these beasts and what their workouts look like so please keep asking!
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Content primarily focuses on trail running, ultra running, and mountain sports, featuring in-depth conversations with both seasoned athletes and emerging voices in these sports. Notable guests often share personal stories of resilience, competition, and community, discussing both their triumphs in races and the challenges they face. Unique insights about athlete management, sponsorship, and mental health are explored, providing listeners with a comprehensive view into the lifestyle and culture of trail running and its associated sports. This podcast stands out for its authentic discussions that prioritize personal growth and genuine experiences, making it relatable to both enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
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These podcasts share a similar audience with The Steep Stuff Podcast:
1. The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
2. Singletrack
3. Some Work, All Play
4. Trail Runner Nation
5. Everyday Ultra
The Steep Stuff Podcast launched 2 years ago and published 272 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 The Steep Stuff Podcast include:
1. Lucy Kolpa
2. Taylor Tuttle Peavey
3. Emma Cook-Clark
4. Bailey Kowalczyk
5. Mathias Eichler
6. Sean Rimmer
7. Emma Cook-Clarke
8. Corey Woltering
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