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Trail Talk

Aaron Shimmons
UTMB
Ultra Trail Running
Trail Running
Barkley Marathons
Western States 100
Ultra Running
Chamonix
Tor Des Géants
John Kelly
Mountain Running
Nutrition
Jasmine Parris
Race Strategy
CCC
Hoka
Moab 240
Winter Spine Race
Spine Race
Western States
Tor Des Glaciers

Weekly global ultra-trail show covering races, athlete stories, gear reviews, and the culture that drives runners to push beyond the marathon. Hosted by Aaron Shimmons and HOKA Pro trail runner Ricki Wynne.

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This week on Trail Talk, Scotty Hawker joins the show alongside Aaron and Ricki. He gets into managing injury and recovery as an elite athlete, staying motivated without a race on the calendar, the role of community and training camps in his developm... more

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We're back with another Trail Talk Live. Aaron and Ricki get into a training update post UTMB recce and the new block with @runmotioncoach, the Western States hangover, Kilian vs Jim at UTMB, Ouray 100 cancelled, Hardrock 100 potentially affected by ... more

Fresh off TrailCon in Olympic Valley, Aaron sits down with Mathias Eichler and Krissi Polentz to unpack the business and media of trail running. Does the sport have any real journalism left, or just hype men waiting on the next shoe drop? Why are the... more

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This week on Trail Talk, Aaron and Ricki break down the biggest week in trail running. They get into Western States 100, Lavaredo Ultra-Trail by UTMB, a Mont Blanc 90k race preview, training and rehab including Ricki's meniscus tear, Aaron's experien... more

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Recent Guests

Marjo Liikanen
Winner of the Swiss Canyon Trail 111K, ultra trail athlete
Finland → Norway-based runner
Episode: Marjo Liikanen | SCT 111k Champion | Self-Coached Mum of Two
Beñat Marmissolle
Winner of the men's 100 mile at UTS coverage
UTS context
Episode: Charlotte Fisher's UTS 100 Mile Debrief | Tove Alexandersson's Zegama Record | Croft vs Yao at UTA
George Knight
Tasmania's number one trail runner
Tasmania trail running circuit
Episode: Swiss Canyon Trail Elites | History Made at Cocodona 250
Yurick Aregger
Swiss trail runner from Switzerland
Swiss Canyon Trail competitors
Episode: Swiss Canyon Trail Elites | History Made at Cocodona 250
Gav Hennigan
Adventurer and ultrarunner with Arctic crossing experience
Individual athlete
Episode: Gavan Hennigan | The Iditarod — 1000 Miles Across Alaska
Charlotte Fisher
Ultra runner from the Isle of Wight, rising star in mountain ultras
Independent athlete
Episode: Charlotte Fisher | Grit, UTMB & the Journey to Elite Ultra Running
Ian Corless
Journalist, photographer, broadcaster in Ultra and Trail running
Episode: The State of the Sport | Ian Corless
Rebecca Hormann
Ultra runner with soccer background, based in the UK
Self/Athlete
Episode: Rebecca Hormann | Soccer to 300K — First Attempt, First Win
Jon Albon
Ultra-trail athlete
Professional trail running circuit (UTMB/Gran Canaria), Ascend app developer
Episode: Jon Albon: Training Secrets & The Ascend App

Hosts

Aaron Shimmons
Co-host; Trail Talk host; engages in race previews, training updates, gear chatter, and industry discussion.
Ricki Wynne
Co-host; HOKA Pro trail runner and on-the-ground insights on elite racing, gear, and sponsorship landscape; active in live shows and interviews.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 119 ratings
  • Great bunch o lads

    Great bunch o lads

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deekod1967
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Top Trail Content

    Only found TT a couple of months ago after a good while consuming often average US-centric content. The global perspective, Aaron’s depth of knowledge, and Ricki’s insight from the sharp end make is an absolute gem - keep it up lads!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Simo Smith
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • A poignant show for trail fans!

    Brilliant from the boys! Talking all things trail with loads of laughs in there too. Bit of education along the way for any and all to keep your journey going. Loving each show guys, keep ‘em coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Woodsy31
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Banter, hit takes and more

    Really enjoy the weekly thoughts on the trail and ultra world from Aaron and Ricky. Very topical and well

    Informed. Keep an eye out for the special interviews too. The Kim Collinson, post spine one was superb. A in depth and well thought out interview that allowed Kim to really open up about his race experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jon Zincke
    United Kingdoma year ago

Listeners Say

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Guests and interviews are highlighted for bringing practical, candid insights into racing and gear.
Show is noted for strong banter and community feel, with a global touring vibe that appeals to devoted endurance runners.
Listeners praise the hosts' depth of knowledge and global perspective on trail and ultra events.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#114
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#187
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#89
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#112
France/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#224
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#27
Chile/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Marjo Liikanen | SCT 111k Champion | Self-Coached Mum of Two
Q: What was your race strategy and how did you manage your pace given the heat and the terrain?
She consciously started slower due to a post-flu taper disruption, managed high early heart rate, and focused on consistent pacing and finishing strong with patience.
Marjo Liikanen | SCT 111k Champion | Self-Coached Mum of Two
Q: Let's talk about the Swiss Canyon Trail. How did that race come on to your radar and why did you choose to enter it?
She lined up Swiss Canyon as a May race to challenge herself on a course not typically her strength, seeking runnable and technical mix and to test energy intake with a nearby support friend in Chamonix.
Charlotte Fisher's UTS 100 Mile Debrief | Tove Alexandersson's Zegama Record | Croft vs Yao at UTA
Q: What were the key gear choices that influenced her race outcome?
Charlotte discusses wearing a Primaloft base layer with a good mid-layer, a waterproof jacket, and waterproof trousers, emphasizing that the mid-layer and trousers were crucial in keeping warmth and allowing continued racing when conditions deteriorated.
Charlotte Fisher's UTS 100 Mile Debrief | Tove Alexandersson's Zegama Record | Croft vs Yao at UTA
Q: How did training and preparation contribute to the performance given the weather challenges?
She notes that mountain-focused preparation in Tenerife, Madeira, and Snowdonia, plus a shift to longer, more sustainable blocks and a mentality of saving her legs, helped her stay ahead of last year's time while managing the weather, though wind and bogs still shaped the race.
Charlotte Fisher's UTS 100 Mile Debrief | Tove Alexandersson's Zegama Record | Croft vs Yao at UTA
Q: One of the questions that came in was whether this near-DNF could be your greatest achievement.
Charlotte explains that fighting through the difficult section after the bog, maintaining second place, and adjusting strategy under extreme weather demonstrates resilience and growth, which she views as a major achievement rather than the time alone.

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What is Trail Talk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly global ultra-trail show that blends race previews, training updates, gear chatter, and behind-the-scenes culture from the trail running community. The hosts—one long-time host and a sponsored trail runner—lead conversations with elite ultrarunners, media personalities, and industry guests. Episodes frequently explore major races, prep strategies, sponsorship dynamics, and the evolving landscape of endurance events, with a strong emphasis on real-world training, travel, and community storytelling. Notable strengths include candid banter, deep domain knowledge, and access to top-tier guests across racing, gear, and media, making it useful for listeners who want practical tips, event context, and insider perspectives on the sport's cu... more

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Recent guests on Trail Talk include:

1. Marjo Liikanen
2. Beñat Marmissolle
3. George Knight
4. Yurick Aregger
5. Gav Hennigan
6. Charlotte Fisher
7. Ian Corless
8. Rebecca Hormann

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