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Crack A Brew With AJW

Andy Jones-Wilkins

Runner and Coach Andy Jones-Wilkins talks with trail running athletes, coaches and race directors about topical subjects. Each episode features a beverage and will last as long as it typically takes to leisurely enjoy the beverage.

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S15 · E3
Saturday · 1 hr 6 min
Jeff Garmire - Appalachian Trail FKT, Cocodona, and the State of the Sport
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Jeff Garmire to talk about his incredible self-supported FKT on the Appalachian Trail in 2025, his 6 year streak at the Cocodona 250, and his reflections on the current state of the sport. Follow Jeff on instagram @thefreeoutside Check out the film about his 2025 FKT here
S15 · E2
August 22 · 54 min
Kaci Lickteig - Running Hardrock after a 10 Year Wait, Training for the Mountain in the Plains, and Comparing Two Iconic Events
In this episode AJW welcomes Kaci Lickteig, AKA the Pixie Ninja, back to the podcast to discuss her recent experience at the Hardock 100, how she trains for big mountain races in the Great Plains, and her thoughtful comparison between Hardock and Western States. Follow Kaci on Instagram @pixieninja44
S15 · E1
August 15 · 1 hr 7 min
Canyon Woodward - Western States, UTMB and Turning the Mic on AJW
In this first episode of Season 15, AJW cracks a brew with Canyon Woodward to talk about his breakout performance at the 2026 Western States 100 and to look ahead to the 2026 UTMB. Additionally, Canyon turns the mic on AJW to talk about his Western States career, his Master's Thesis and his thoughts about the future of the sport. Follow Canyon on Instagram @canyonwoodward Learn more about the Green Racing Project
S14 · E9
July 4 · 37 min
AJW Unplugged - Final Thoughts on Western States 2026
In this bonus Unplugged Episode AJW reflects back on his pre race picks, analyzes the evolving competitive density in both the men's and women's races, and discusses the emerging dominance of CTS as the preeminent Western States Endurance Coaching Company. He finishes with a personal update and his plans for the summer. Follow AJW on Instagram @ajoneswilkins
S14 · E8
June 26 · 49 min
Mo Livermore and Shannon Weil - A Western States History Lesson
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Western States 100 co-founders Mo Livermore and Shannon Weil to re-live the origins of the race, provide details on some of the key characters in the history of the race, and provide some insight as to why, all these years later, they still have passion and devotion to this incredible event.
S14 · E7
June 25 · 47 min
Ann Trason - Her Legacy at Western States and Thoughts for the Future Ann
In this special episode AJW cracks a brew with 14 time Western States Champion Ann Trason. In their wide ranging discussion they talk about Ann's legacy at the event, her unique relationship with the trail, and her thoughts about the future of women in ultrarunning. Follow Ann on Instagram @ann.trason
S14 · E6
June 20 · 1 hr 5 min
AJW Unplugged: The 2026 Western States Episode
In this latest AJW Unplugged episode AJW discusses the current projected race conditions, makes some predictions about the front end of the race, dives into some storylines he's be following, and summarizes what to him makes Western States like no other race. Follow AJW on Instagram @ajoneswilkins
S14 · E5
June 13 · 1 hr 30 min
Brian Morrison: Heartbreak at the 2006 Western States 100 and the 20 Year Healing Process
In this extraordinary episode AJW cracks a brew with Brian Morrison to talk about his race at the 2006 Western States, his tragic collapse on the track 200 meters from the finish line, and the book he has recently published to tell the story 20 years later. Find Brian's amazing book here Follow Brian on Instagram @briantmorrison
S14 · E3
June 6 · 56 min
Zach Miller - Western States Training, 12 Years Between Golden Tickets and A Run Down Memory Lane
In this episode AJW cracks a a brew with Zach Miller just a couple of weeks before his first run at the Western States 100. In this wide ranging discussion they talk about Zach's long and successful career, some highlights from his early days as a runner and cruise ship worker, and his thoughts going into the 2026 Western States. Follow Zach on Instagram @zachmiller38 Check out Miller v Hawks on youtube here
S14 · E3
May 30 · 1 hr 1 min
Jeff Mogavero: East Coast Upbringing, Discovering a Love of the Trails, and the 2026 Western States 100
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Montana ultrarunner Jeff Mogavero to discuss his hardscrabble upbringing back east, developing a love of the trails, and his thoughts and plans going into this year's Western States 100. Follow Jeff on instagram @jeffmogavero Check out Jeff's website jeffmogavero.com
S14 · E2
May 23 · 48 min
Hannah Allgood: Training, Racing and Her Return to Western States
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Hannah Allgood 7th place finisher at the 2025 Western States. Along the way they discuss Hannah's background, her training, and her focus going into the 2026 Western States 100. Follow Hannah on Instagram @shesallgood21
S14 · E1
May 16 · 48 min
Holly Ranson: Golden Ticket Chase, Australian Trail Running Scene, and Hopes and Dreams Going into Western States.
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with rising star on the Australian trail running scene Holly Ranson to talk about her Golden Ticket at Tarawera 100K, the challenges and joys of trail running in Australia, and all that she is excited about going into her first run at Western States next month. Follow Holly on Instagram @hollyranson
S13 · E7
May 2 · 54 min
AJW Unplugged: History and Reflection on the Golden Ticket Series, Cocodona Thoughts and Predictions, and a Personal Update
In this most recent AJW Unplugged AJW provides some historical background on the recently completed Golden Ticket Series, looks ahead with predictions and analysis about the upcoming Cocodona 250, and provides a personal update about all that he's been up to recently and what's ahead for him. Follow AJW on Instagram @ajoneswilkins Learn about AJWs coaching practice here Check out Dylan Harris's latest Cocdona film "The Cutoff" here Read AJWs weekly column here
S13 · E7
April 25 · 1 hr
Sarah Lavender Smith: Running into Middle Age, Balancing Running and Life and Turning the Mic on AJW
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with runner/writer Sarah Lavender Smith to discuss running into middle age and the balance required to continue in the sport for the long term. Sarah also turns the mic on AJW and asks him some very provocative questions. It's a fun one! Follow Sarah on Instagram @sarahrunning Check out Sarah's website sarahlavendersmith.com And her Substack sarahrunning.substack.com
S13 · E6
April 18 · 49 min
Jacob Banta: Golden Tickets, Western States, and Balancing Life on Both Sides of the Lens
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Jacob Banta, elite trail runner and renowned photographer/videographer to discuss his Golden Ticket at Tarawera in February, his build up to the 2026 Western States 100, and how he strives to balance his perspective on the sport from both sides of the camera lens. Follow Jacob on Instagram @banta.visuals Check out Jacob's work at his website bantavisuals.co
S13 · E5
April 11 · 48 min
Meg Eckert: Six Day World Record, Cocodona 250 and Balancing Long Trail Races with Longer Fixed Time Events.
In this episode AJW cracks a brew when Meg Eckert to discuss her incredible 6 Day World Record of over 600 miles, her upcoming race at the Cocodona 250, and how she balances the unique demands of multi day races on the trail and the track. Follow Meg on Instagram @megan_eckert
S13 · E4
April 4 · 51 min
Canyon Woodward - Unique Childhood, Grassroots Organizing and the Western States 100
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with North Carolina's Canyon Woodward to discuss his unique upbringing in the mountains of Western North Carolina, his career as a grassroots political organizer and his hopes for the future as he prepares for the 2026 Western States 100. Follow Canyon on instagram @canyonwoodward Learn about his organization Dirtroad Organizing here
S13 · E3
March 28 · 46 min
Imogen Ainsworth - Her Athletic Upbringing, the Leadville 100, and Plans for 2026
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Colorado based trail and ultrarunner Imogen Ainsworth to talk about her active upbringing in athletics, her incredible 2nd place finish at the 2025 Leadville 100 and her hopes and dreams going into her 2026 season. Follow Imogen on instagram @imogenainsworth
S13 · E2
February 14 · 47 min
Anne Flower - Chasing Down Ann Trason, World Records and Western States Dreams
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with 2025 Rookie of the Year Anne Flower. They discuss her assault on Ann Trason's Leadville Course Record, her world record 50 miler, and her Western States dreams going into the Black Canyon 100K Follow Anne on Instagram @_flowpow_ Check out our website!
S13 · E1
February 7 · 50 min
Will Murray - Teaching, Running, and Remaining Calm in the Midst of the Chaos
In this first episode of Season 13 AJW cracks a brew with Will Murray, Rookie of the Year for 2025 and an all around great guy. Along the way they talk about the connection between teaching and running and how Will manages to stay so calm in the midst of the chaotic world of high level ultrarunning. Follow Will on Instagram @willmurray.run Check out our website.

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