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Trails, Tales, and Fails - An Ultra Running Podcast

Max Stuart, Sarah Page, Rob Nugent
Ultra Running
Mental Health
South Downs Way 100
Arc Of Attrition
Pacing
Terrain Specific Training
UTMB
Badwater 135
Winter Dragon's Back
Mental Resilience
Nutrition
Arizona Monster 300
Moab 240
Maverick Jurassic Coast 50K
Training Techniques
Running Community
The Speed Project
Calf Strength
Injury Prevention
Montane Winter Spine Challenger South

Welcome to Trails, Tales, and Fails! Dive into the world of ultra running with host Max Stuart, and co-hosts Rob Nugent, and Sarah Page as they discuss tales and fails of ultra running. Each episode features quirky facts, unforgettable guest stories, and plenty of laughs. From training tips to race-day surprises, they blend practical advice with good humour, making this the perfect podcast for bot... more

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Latest Episodes

What does it really take to run the legendary Western States 100?

This week on Trails, Tales & Fails, we're joined by Lee Dunstall, who began his ultra running journey in 2019 before earning his place on the start line of the world's most famous 100... more

What does it take to become a seriously strong female ultra runners—and how do you train for mountain races when you live in one of the flattest parts of England?

In this episode, we sit down with Helen Newman to explore her incredible journey throu... more

Fresh from completing the Montane Summer Spine Race, today's guest joins us to unpack an incredible 275-mile journey along the Pennine Way.

Finishing in around 150 hours, he battled challenging underfoot conditions, sleep deprivation, changing weath... more

In this episode we sit down with South Coast ultra runner Simon Withers, one of the rising stars of the UK ultra running scene.

Fresh from a gritty 7th place finish at the South Downs Way 100, Simon reflects on racing one of the UK's most competitiv... more

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Recent Guests

James Yeardley
Ultrarunner who completed the Montane Summer Spine Race
Episode: James Yeardley's Montane Summer Spine Race | 275 Miles on the Pennine Way
Simon Withers
Local runner, top UK ultra
South Coast running community
Episode: Simon Withers: South Downs Way 100 2026
Karla Borland
Ultra runner on a rising trajectory in UK ultrarunning
Independent runner
Episode: Karla Borland: Thames Path 100🏅
Josie Kaufmann
Endurance athlete who took on Marathon des Sables
Episode: From Family Life to the Sahara: Taking on Marathon des Sables Together
Michael Canil
Athlete with triathlon background who joined Josie in MDS
Episode: From Family Life to the Sahara: Taking on Marathon des Sables Together
Kirsty Taylor
Ultra runner from Plymouth, completed Sea to Sea (Northern Traverse) self-supported
Episode: Kirsty Taylor: Sea to Sea 300km
Louise Fraser
Volunteer legend, Centurion community pillar
Centurion Running
Episode: Louise Fraser: Aid Stations At 2AM
Noor van der Veen
Dutch ultra runner known for ARC 100, Pyrenees FKT, UTMB, and Barkley attempts
Freelance ultra runner
Episode: Noor van der Veen: Barkley Marathons
Ben Potts
Ultra endurance athlete and recent finisher of the full spine race.
Episode: Ben Potts: The Full Winter Spine Race

Hosts

Max Stuart
Host of Trails, Tales, and Fails; interviewer and race analysis lead
Sarah Page
Co-host; veteran ultra runner
Rob Nugent
Co-host; ultra runner

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Fun, informative and inspiring

    Great pod, always something to learn on the episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ultra Mad Lizzie
    United Kingdom7 months ago

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Candid and personal conversations about endurance, with practical takeaways and humor.
Fun, informative and inspiring. Great pod, always something to learn on the episodes.
Behind-the-scenes culture of ultras, volunteering, and crew dynamics resonates with listeners.

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Apple Podcasts
#131
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#98
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#171
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#161
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#25
Singapore/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#93
Finland/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Karla Borland: Thames Path 100🏅
Q: What has contributed most to your recent improvements and your Thames Path win?
A combination of having a really good running coach who can accommodate my on-call veterinary schedule, chimp management to handle pressure, and a shift toward durability and consistent weekly structure rather than chasing hard blocks or heavy strength work.
Kirsty Taylor: Sea to Sea 300km
Q: How much sleep did you manage to get, and how did you cope with fatigue
She estimates about an hour and 20 minutes of actual sleep across the trek, supplemented by alertness strategies and strategic rests in safe spots like churches or towns.
Kirsty Taylor: Sea to Sea 300km
Q: What made your Sea to Sea run special, given you were self-supported?
The standout was the self-reliance and decision-making under pressure—navigating, fueling, and managing sleep with no crew, and still finishing strongly.
Kirsty Taylor: Sea to Sea 300km
Q: If you could have anyone pace you for a section of Sea to Sea, who would you pick and why?
Kirsty would choose a music-loving duo like Mumford and Sons to keep spirits high, paired with a trusted friend for practical support and encouragement.
Ben Potts: The Full Winter Spine Race
Q: At what point did the race become less about fitness and more about decision-making?
It becomes about decision-making once you get to the checkpoint at Ulston and Crossfail.

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What is Trails, Tales, and Fails about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on ultra running culture, sharing race reports, training philosophies, and behind-the-scenes logistics through a mix of host-led banter and guest interviews. Episodes cover race debriefs, crew dynamics, mental strategies, and practical tips on gear, nutrition, injury prevention, and decision-making under extreme conditions. A recurring strength is drawing real-world stories from diverse athletes, volunteers, and product founders, giving listeners actionable takeaways while savoring the humor and camaraderie of the ultra community. Noteworthy is the willingness to explore unconventional events, FKTs, and the human side of endurance racing, making it valuable for aspiring guests, brands serving endurance athletes, and sponsor... more

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