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The Next Aid Station

Jake Kilgore

Join us while we dive into the wild world of ultrarunning! Jake and Mick go over important ultramarathon happening each week while giving their predictions on what they think will go down.

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  • 125 episodes
  • Updated July 29

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  • May 21, 2025 · 1 hr 25 min

    The Mammoth™️, Ultra Rivalries, NBA Injuries & Zegama Preview

    Jake and Nick are back with one of the most loaded episodes yet. Jake signs up for Cocodona 250, Nick commits to Javelina 100, and the rivalry at the Zegama-Aizkorri Marathon between Filemon and Elhousine is heating up. They break down whether Jim Walmsley can hang with the Golden Trail elites and react to Hayden Hawks pulling out of Western States after knee surgery. There’s a deep dive into what makes a UTMB Major (with updates on Kodiak, Mammoth, and UTA vs. UTS), plus a side rant on NBA playoff injuries, load management, and whether the league’s product is broken. Jake also gets destroyed on a long run with some of Utah’s fastest, there’s another DCP riddle drop, and the Mammoth 200 gets officially approved with a stacked inaugural field. If you’re into ultra running, race strategy, or just want to laugh your way through some hot takes—this one’s for you.

  • May 14, 2025 · 1 hr 11 min

    USA long trail team announced! Someone's missing!?

    In this episode, we dive into the exciting announcement of the USA 82k Long Trail Team and unpack the roster shake-ups that have everyone talking. Who made the cut, and who’s conspicuously absent? 🤔 But that’s not all—this episode features a surprise call-in from none other than Rachel Entrekin, the reigning Cocodona female champion and trail running royalty. Rachel shares her thoughts on the team, her Cocodona victory, and what’s next in her trailblazing career. Whether you’re a die-hard trail running fan or just love a good underdog story, this episode is packed with insights, surprises, and plenty of inspiration. Don’t miss it!

  • May 8, 2025 · 1 hr 29 min

    The Cocodona 250 Breakdown: Did it Live Up to The Hype?

    In this episode of the Next Aid Station Podcast, we dive deep into the highlights, challenges, and unforgettable moments from the 2025 Cocodona 250! 🏞 Whether you’re a seasoned ultrarunner or just curious about this epic endurance event, this recap has it all.🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The most exciting performances and race highlights. 🏅Behind-the-scenes stories from the trail. 🎥Key takeaways for aspiring ultrarunners. 🏃‍♀️How the Cocodona 250 continues to push the limits of endurance racing. 💪The Cocodona 250 is one of the most grueling and awe-inspiring ultramarathons, spanning 250 miles of breathtaking Arizona landscapes. 🌵 Tune in to hear firsthand accounts and expert insights from this year’s race. 💬 Join the Conversation: What was your favorite moment from the 2025 Cocodona 250? Share your thoughts in the comments below! ⬇️🌟 Don’t Forget to Subscribe!If you love ultrarunning, endurance sports, and inspiring stories, hit that Subscribe button and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode! 🔔

  • Apr 30, 2025 · 1 hr 32 min

    Cocodona 250: Can Courtney Dauwalter Make History? | Top Runners & Bold Predictions

    Get ready for the ultimate preview of the 2025 Cocodona 250! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ We dive deep into the key storylines, top runners to watch, and predictions for one of the most grueling ultramarathons in the world. Will Courtney Dauwalter make history with a sub-60-hour finish? Can veterans like Haroldas Subertas and Mika Thewes defend their dominance, or will first-timers like Cameron Hanes and Elle Jones shake things up? We also recap the 2025 Canyons 100k, the last Golden Ticket race of the season, and discuss the standout performances, including Francesco Puppi’s record-breaking run and the top contenders for WSER. Plus, we share insider details about the Cocodona livestream, Utah’s strong representation, and our own on-the-ground experience pacing Elle Jones.Don’t miss this jam-packed episode filled with ultrarunning insights, stats, and expert analysis! 🌄

  • Apr 24, 2025 · 1 hr 7 min

    Golden Ticket Showdown: Who Will Conquer the Canyons 100K?

    In this episode, we delve into the highly anticipated 2025 Canyons 100K, a pivotal race on the Western States Endurance Run Golden Ticket Series. With the top three male and female finishers earning coveted entries into the prestigious Western States 100, the stakes are higher than ever. Join us as we predict who will rise to the occasion, secure their Golden Tickets, and make their mark on the ultrarunning world.​

  • Apr 17, 2025 · 1 hr 15 min

    Chasing Europe: What's Holding U.S. Ultrarunning Back?

    Why does ultrarunning in Europe feel so different—bigger, louder, more celebrated—than it does in the U.S.? In this episode of The Next Aid Station, we dive into the cultural, geographic, and historical forces that have shaped trail running on both sides of the Atlantic. From the spectacle of UTMB to the grassroots grit of American 100-milers, we explore what’s holding U.S. ultrarunning back from matching the scale, fandom, and mystique of the European scene. Whether you're chasing vert, chasing glory, or just chasing the next aid station, this one's for you.

  • Apr 10, 2025 · 1 hr 38 min

    Monster-sized Mess at the Arizona Monster 300

    What really went down at the Arizona Monster 300? In this episode of The Next Aid Station, we break down the controversy surrounding the inaugural Arizona Monster 300 by Destination Trail—lack of porta-potties, overworked volunteers, and the firestorm it sparked in the ultrarunning community. We dig into the facts, the online chatter, and the bigger questions: What do runners deserve from race directors? What happens when 300 miles goes off the rails?

  • Apr 3, 2025 · 1 hr 18 min

    Arizona Monster 300: Who Will Conquer the Beast?

    The Arizona Monster 300 is about to test the toughest ultrarunners on the planet—but who has what it takes to survive 300 grueling miles? In this episode of The Next Aid Station, we break down the race course, top contenders, dark horses, and the strategies that could make or break their race. Will experience win out, or will an underdog rise to the occasion? Tune in for our predictions, expert analysis, and what to watch for in one of the gnarliest ultramarathons out there! #Ultrarunning #ArizonaMonster300 #TrailRunning #Endurance #UltraPredictions

  • Mar 27, 2025 · 51 min

    Chianti Showdown & the Golden Age of Ultra Docs

    The Chianti 120K brought the heat, and we’re breaking down all the top performances, surprises, and storylines from this rugged Italian ultra. Then, we dive into the explosion of high-quality ultramarathon documentaries on YouTube—why they’re getting better, what makes a great one, and how they’re shaping the sport. Tune in for race recaps, deep dives, and all things ultrarunning!

  • Oct 31, 2024 · 1 hr 16 min

    Season 2 Finale | Javelina Recap & The Best of 2024

    In this weeks Episode, Jake and Mick discuss the 2024 ultrarunning seaon! Best races, best performances, breakout performances of the year, and so much more. They also dive into the Javelina Jundred performances & discuss their takeaways from the race. What a year it's been! Sad to wrap this one up but already looking forward to what the 2025 season has in store for us & the ultrarunning community as a whole. Until then!

  • Oct 26, 2024 · 57 min

    Javelina Jundred Preview || Kodiak 100 Recap

    Mick & Jake sit down to discuss the upcoming Javelina Jundred in Arizona. Widley considered one of the most competitive Hundred Milers in the country, the top athletes in the ultrarunning world are decending to AZ to race in the desert for 4 golden tickets to the WSER 100!

  • Oct 16, 2024 · 47 min

    Grant Barnette Joins Us: DC Peaks 50 Winner and Course Record Holder!

    We sat down with our 2024 Race Champion, Local Legend Grant Barnette, to talk though his story & introduction to trail running via thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail and the PCT, his experience racing UTMB this past summer & ambitions to race it again, his attempt to break the 24 hour vert world record on skis, and of course his experience at the DCP 50 just 2 weeks ago. Grant is a beast in the mountains and we were thrilled to not only have him here racing our race, but to sit down & speak with him in the studio! We loved this one & hope you do, too.

  • Oct 10, 2024 · 1 hr

    DC Peaks 2024 Recap From RD Jake and Mick

    How did DC Peaks 2024 go? What did we love and what did we wish we changed? What will we change going forward? How did the field do? We answer all those and more!

  • Oct 2, 2024 · 1 hr 24 min

    It's Finally Here: DC Peaks Race Prediction Time!!!

    Ladies and gents, the time has come. It is DC Peaks week and we're PUMPED to talk about our race and runners for this year's DC Peaks 50 miler. We have put our heart and soul into making all of our events top tier events so we hope you love them as much as we do.

  • Sep 25, 2024 · 1 hr 10 min

    Camille Herron The Wikipedia Wizard?

    This week we get into the craziness that exploded across the ultrarunning world when "legendary" ultrarunner Camille Herron and her husband were caught edited wikipedia pages to make herself seem better than her peers while deleting accomplishments from their pages. We also spend the rest of the episode diving into our favorite 100 miler, The Bear, and the stacked field of runners they have running it this weekend.

  • Sep 18, 2024 · 55 min

    IMTUF 100 Preview and Prediction Time

    The IMTUF 100 is an incredible 100 mile ultramarathon in Idaho that Jake and Mick have both ran. The Race Director, Jeremy Humphreys, is an awesome RD and we want to show some love to this race and give their runners some love as well.

  • Sep 4, 2024 · 1 hr 38 min

    UTMB Recap & Wasatch 100 Preview!

    Come on in and join our post-UTMB discussion about the carnage that happened at the UTMB 100. We also go in-depth on this year's stacked field in the Wasatch 100 and who we think will come out on top.

  • Aug 31, 2024 · 52 min

    UTMB Preview and Prediction Time!

    The Ultimate ultramarathon is happening this weekend, UTMB, and we predict who will land on the men and women's podium as well as who will take home the whole thing.