Podcast Tales: Trail to 100's Journey & Epic Self-Designed 100-Miler

On the 33rd edition of the podcast fireside chats, where we have the pleasure of hosting the dynamic duo, Melody and Jacob Bateman, hosts of the immensely popular ⁠@trailto100⁠ podcast. Get ready for a captivating conversation that will take you behind the scenes of their podcast journey and their incredible first 100-mile race. In this Fireside Chat, Melody and Jacob share the intriguing story of how and why they embarked on their podcasting adventure. Discover the inspiration behind their passion for the trails and the challenges they encountered while organizing their very own self-designed 100-mile race. It's would turn out to be a race like no other, made possible by the unwavering support of their loved ones. The conversation takes an exhilarating turn as Jacob recounts his recent triumph at the challenging Scout Mountain 100 . Learn firsthand about the highs and lows of the race, with Melody sharing her perspective as Jacob's dedicated crew member during the toughest moments. Their admiration for race director Luke Nelson shines through as they discuss his commitment to making Scout Mountain a truly inclusive event, with a mission to achieve a 50/50 female-to-male participant ratio and providing adequate aid station support for women. As the Fireside Chat draws to a close, we unleash a series of rapid-fire questions, delving into the important matters of candy corn, peeps, licorice, and red velvet cake. Discover their favorite recovery food and gain a glimpse into their personalities through these fun and lighthearted inquiries. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Melody and Jacob for sharing their time with us on this Fireside Chat. Prepare to be inspired, entertained, and motivated as you delve into the depths of their podcasting journey and their incredible experiences on the trails. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share to stay updated on future episodes that will ignite your passion for running and beyond. Shownotes: This episode was filmed in June 2023 on IG Live. Be sure to follow us on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@runtrimag⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.