Episode 27: The Making of Running Bear with Danny Brigman

Send us Fan MailDanny Brigman: The Making of Running BearThis episode of Run Shoe Diaries is brought to you by SILO Performance! Whether you're chasing your first finish line or taking on your biggest challenge yet, SILO has your back with performance-tested gear built for the long haul. Use code RSD10 at GoWithSILO.com for 10% OFF your order.Now, let's get into it...In this episode, I welcome back a familiar voice to the Run Shoe Diaries Podcast—Danny Brigman. You may remember Danny from Episode 16, but this time he's returning with a very different story to tell.Danny is the founder of Homelands, a community-driven leader, and an ultrarunner whose journey has become one that many of us can relate to. From the DNF disappointments to an epic finish at the Crazy Mountain 100, Danny shares the lessons, growth, and mindset shifts that helped him become the runner he is today.Together, we revisit the race that humbled him, the race that rebuilt his confidence, and the moment he returned to finish the very race that once stopped him. Along the way, we discuss identity, resilience, community, and what it means to keep showing up when things don't go according to plan.Danny opens up about the support system that helped him along the way, the evolution of his relationship with running, and the next challenge on the horizon—the Oregon Outback 230.This conversation is about much more than race results. It's about growth. It's about persistence. It's about becoming the person capable of accomplishing the things that once seemed impossible.From the "green lost puppy" of his first hundred-miler to the runner many now know as Running Bear, Danny's story reminds us that long-term consistency will always beat short-term intensity.So whether you're chasing your first mile, your first hundred, or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, this episode is for you.Lace up. Race up. And let's get moving.Instagram AccountsPhotographer Credit: Anastasia Wilde (Photo Used With Permission) https://www.instagram.com/_anastasiawilde/Danny Brigman:https://www.instagram.com/dannybrigman/Homelands:https://www.instagram.com/homelandsapp/Run Shoe Diaries:https://www.instagram.com/run_shoe_diaries/Run Shoe Diaries Spotify Guest Playlist!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7tJ7SyTYbY46DBC6Vqjb5D?si=3AgluKTiR-OUv3ywW_GmrwMusic Licensing InformationCaves and TunnelsUsed with Permission - https://audiojungle.net/user/runshoediaries/statementInvoice No: IVIP43381612Order No: 146231625Premium Beat - Greratest WillUsed with Permission - https://audiojungle.net/user/runshoediaries/statementInvoice No: IVIP43381612Order No: 146231625Collection/Artist: Sounds of Red BullTitle: Single ReleaseComposer: David John Vanacore (ASCAP); John Richard O'Hallaron (ASCAP)Publisher: Prod Music of RB (ASCAP)Label: Sounds of Red BullOrder Number: 0SYUAWU4Premium Beat - The MotivationUsed with Permission - https://www.premiumbeat.com/account/ordersLicense No: #4022460Order No: #3449651Audio Jungle - "Game Show Opener" - D. Weltermann (ASCAP)Used with Permission - https://audiojungle.net/user/runshoediaries/statementInvoice No: IVIP44457818Order No: 150546937