Where's The Finish

Kevin, Shae, Emily, Lucas, Albrey, and Craig sit down to discuss the highs and lows of the 2026 Five Pints of Life Beer Marathon. From finding NA beverages at each stop, to hitting the wall at Swamp Head again, almost getting struck by lightning, and seeing Joe rock a speedo.

Brandon Almaguer joins Shae, Kevin, and Emily to chit chat about training elevation in Florida, the scary scientology section of the Tampa Bay 100, peer pressuring people to sign up for races, the Withlacoochee Trail Marathon, Price Per Mile (ppms) of races, and more!!

Kevin, Shae, and Emily sit down with Ashley Leisher fresh off of her exceptional win at Badwater Cape Fear, where she earned her titanium ticket into Badwater 135 for 2027. We also talk about Shae's return to exercising post-hysterectomy, feeding fishies, and water being scary.

Mike Alberts and Katie Jenkins stop by to talk about the inaugural Thunder Kiss 100!

Kevin, Shae, and Emily get to talk with Jamie Saunders! She's an incredibly positive force in the ultrarunning community and in life. She talks about her work as a child trauma therapist, participating as an angel rider with Ainsley's Angels, and the Walk in My Shoes to raise awareness during April, which is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month and National Child Abuse Prevention Month. We also learn that she is a true jock who has done it all from soccer to spartan races, dekafit, and powerlifting competitions! We hope you are as inspired as we were!https://laurenskidswalk.org/https://ainsleysangels.org/https://childadvocacycentergainesville.org/

Shae, Kevin, and Emily recap the inaugural Cow Ford 50 from the perspective of crew, runner, and volunteer coordinator. Shae briefly discusses her hysterectomy (yay, yeet the ute!). We are then joined by Jordan Stevens where he discusses how he picked up running, the Wet Corn Challenge at the Badger Trail Races, his interesting career, and all sorts of interesting race formats that we got super excited about!

Kevin, Shae, Emily, and Francis are joined by Kat Michlik, a relative newcomer to the ultra scene who has been tearing it up since she started running a couple years ago. She comes from a strength and exercise science background where she trained athletes and now works as a head trainer at D1 in St. Augustine. She tells us what exercises we really should be doing as runners, and it definitely isn't what we want to hear.

Laura Bradley joins Kevin, Shae, Emily, and Francis to talk about her recent 100k finish at El Reto Del Indio, an ultra in Panama that spans ocean to ocean, that had ALL the water crossings, epic amounts of mud, elevation, and stray dogs. We also taste test some peeps flavors and find out some people are anti-peep. Francis questions Laura on her sanity as the creator of the Tampa Bay 100 and other routes she runs as the owner of Florida Running Tours.

Join Emily, Francis, Kevin, and Shae in a conversation with Russ Hartzell, one of the masterminds of Sombrero Running Events, runner, and coach. We talk about the upcoming Cow Ford 50 Miler, use code WTF20 for 20% off, food, get out of jail free cards, the Archie's Pizza Mile, and so much more!

Francis tries to reign in Kevin, Shae, Emily, and Jennifer Pentsy as we attempt to talk about her running. Emily shares a review of Konjourn running socks and Shae gets uncomfortable as a table full of medically trained people discuss knee surgery and Jen's status as the walking dead.

Coming in hot from the Swan's Song Urban Run in Lakeland. Recording on site and outside while finishers come in from the race. Francis, Emily, Kevin, and Shae chit chat about the event and the Painted Horse Urban Ultra and are joined by Craig, who talks about his recent completion of the Big Scrub 150, and Paul, to question his sanity about his race schedule. Lots of fun and mishaps and bird sounds!

Emily, Shae, Kevin, and Francis are joined by the one and only Katie Jenkins! We talk about the cult of peloton, signing up for ALL the races, a new Chuck Norris replacement, egg nog in February, aid stationing at Skunk Ape 60k, getting miles at SURF (Sombrero Ultra Running Festival), crewing for Big Scrub 150, and so much more!

Join Emily, Kevin, and Shae with special guests Francis Q. and Allison Reagan in which we get distracted a bazllion times while trying to talk about Allison's recent completion (and DFL award!) at This Ain't Yo Momma's 50k! We apologies for Kevin's banana shenanigans, but hope you enjoy our meandering fun!

Shae, Kevin, and Emily talk about unfortunate walker crashes, coming back from injury, running every single street in Ocala, polar plunges, and more!

On January 1, 2026 at 12:01 AM, Kevin and Shae started the Big Scrub 150. Kevin, Shae, Joe, and Kellie Jo sit down to talk about all the ups and downs and silly stuff that occurred during their 150-mile adventure!Youtube Video: https://youtu.be/15IedcNwwnEShae's Race Report: https://www.shaebay.com/shaeruns/big-scrub-150

Kevin, Joe, and Shae sit down with Jonathan and Lindsey Reid to talk about their incredible family dynamic (imagine crewing a multi-day race with four girls in tow!), running, video making, and their new apparel company YouRunYou whose goal is to, celebrate every pace and every journey; and to empower individuals to "run their own race."Check them out!https://yourunyou.myshopify.com/https://www.youtube.com/@YouRunYouhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583307500353

Kevin, Joe, and Shae reflect on 2025 - DNFs, epic finishes, distance PRs, coming back from surgery, and everything in between! We also touch on what we are looking forward to in 2026 with our running and our lives. How about you all? What does 2026 look like for you?

Oh man y'all, strap in! Jesse is the man of a million stories and a million lives. From working with computers in his corporate days to hitchhiking across the country to picking up trail running in his 70s. He has mega grit and recently completed his first 50-miler at Festivus a few weeks ago!

Shae, Kevin, Chris, Jada, Oak, Jordan, Kevin, Bob, and Elliott sit down to talk about the 14th Annual Torchy's Taco Run in Austin, Texas. Some people traveled far and others traveled far, but not too far. As a note, the post-run portion was recorded around midnight and we cannot be held responsible for the things we said.This run was a fundraiser for the Band of Runners. You can learn more about them and donate here: https://donorbox.org/14th-annual-torchy-s-taco-run

Winston Fletcher joins Kevin, Joe, and Shae to talk about his history in running, memories of races past, and one of the most slept upon races in Florida: the Azalea Races (12hr/24hr/50mi) that take place in Ravine Gardens State Park.

Emily and Francis Quintanilla join Kevin, Joe, and Shae to recap her experience at the Tampa Bay 100. This one is a bit of a long one, the consequence of having crew share their first hand experience. Emily has a deep past with the Tampa Bay area and recounts the rock bottom sections of the course that she got to reclaim by running the event. Find out more about the Sombrero Outreach Foundation here: https://sombrerofoundation.org/

Ary and Val Rochon join Kevin, Joe, and Shae to talk about the Bear & Boar 444, the monster East-West Loop of the Florida Trail. Not only did he run the big giant loop, he is also raising money for the Florida Trail Association. He is currently at $12,000 of his $15,000 goal! Use the link below to support the amazing trails and his incredible feat!!https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E78730&id=16&cfifid=39&fbclid=IwY2xjawORDyxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFLQjlOd3hUZU51bVBaMlJQc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHlyyu56AkPTefIvvRqpAlY-CwHZWo4toogXTQKRx3jILxDMRREDF48ye0IQ2_aem_frNM_9YNewNOQ7IRc4G7Sg

Brace yourself, y'all, it's a long one! It could have been a two-parter, but we don't want to hold out all of the ACFL goodness! Kevin, Joe, and Shae sit down with Jada Freer, who came in from Washington to run the Across Florida 200 in its very first in-person event! All the highs, all the lows, all the weird hallucinations!

Andy "Croom" Mathews makes his return to talk to Joe, Shae, and Kevin about his recent adventures in multi-day races including his experience at the Cowboy 200 and The Last Annual Vol State.

Susan finally comes back to talk with Kevin, Joe, and Shae after their awesome trip to Arizona, that included all of them securing a big ole DNF at Javelina! They talk about all of the things that led up to it. Fortunately, everyone else in the group got their finish! Who's Gonna Carry the Floats?!

Kevin, Joe, and Shae talk with a common sight around the Florida Ultra scene - Ultra Waldo, or Jakub Rahacek as he is more formally known. The group discusses ultralight packing, the importance of wearing a good race outfit, and some of the crazy races Jake has done!

Shae, Joe, and Kevin chat with John Baughman and Gregg Lawson about their finish on the Across Florida course. All of the ups and downs, footcare and pain, and of course, all of the amazing humans that helped them along the way!

Kevin, Joe, and Shae have a chat with Andy Sholly, a Florida runner with Big's goals. He gives tips on what it takes to run a backyard ultra and gives us insight into his experience at the indoor backyard ultra (5 miles per hour rather than the standard 4.166667 of the typical backyard format). This episode has definitely tempted all of us into wanting to try this format!

Running, diving, body pumping, momming, working, spartaning, lacrossing - Nicole does it all! Joe, Kevin, and Shae sit down with Nicole Parisi to talk about all the things! Kevin also brings up the very important topic of candy corn vs pumpkin mallows - which side are you on? Don't forget to sign up for the Trick 'R Trot on October 25th - https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/Dunnellon/GreenwayTrickRTrotAnd the Landbridge 5k on November 15th - https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/Ocala/Landbridge5k

Choosing 8-hours at the Berm (2.ooooohhhhh) is probably not the greatest decision for your first ultra/timed event, but our new friend Vincent Torres decided to take it on! Shae, Joe, and Kevin sit down with Vincent to talk about his newly found enjoyment of running and pushing himself.

Shae, Joe, and Kevin are joined by Marc Burget fresh off of his win and setting a new course record at the Pinellas Trail Challenge. Marc is a staunch practitioner of the Galloway Run-Walk-Run Method. Not only does he use it for winning ultras, he is also an avid marathoner that paces at all the Disney races!

Kevin, Joe, and Shae catch up with each other. Joe is itchy. Kevin has a rant. Shae keeps signing up for races. Just the usually WTF nonsense!!

If you've been to an event in Florida, you've probably seen James around slinging Trail Toes at an aid station. Sitting down with Kevin, Joe, and Shae, James talks about his running background, the sacred post on the Florida Trail, his journey through cancer, and more!

Chase and Casey with Ultraverse Supplements sit down with Joe, Shae, and Kevin to talk about their races, their company, and their running lives. They are the race directors for the Cowboy 200, a race that Joe will be going to as a crew person. Not only do they race direct the Cowboy 200, they have a variety of incredible races! Check out their website here: https://ultraversesupplements.com/And make sure to follow their podcast Into the Ultraverse!

Joe, Shae, and Kevin sit down with Bob Henne and Kevin Jordan of the You Said 100 Miles? podcast! This was recorded in Wisconsin just after the Badger Beer Mile. Badger Beer Mile Livestream: https://youtu.be/WFd0TW2L9OA?si=aQVb4u-4EaU9o6OZYS100M?: https://www.teampumaknife.com/

Kevin and Joe talk to Amanda Guevara about all things running and ultra, having your kids at a race, pumping during a run, getting redemption from DNFs, the classic puke and rally, and more!

Kevin, Joe, and Shae sit down to talk about the stress and fun of race travel, Shae's DNF at the Badwater 135, the perks of an extra day in beautiful places, Joe's new race, bouncing back by signing up for dumb things, and more!!Shae's race report: https://www.shaebay.com/shaeruns/my-badwater-135-dnfShae joins Ten Junk Miles for a Badwater Recap episode: https://www.facebook.com/TenJunkMiles/posts/pfbid02WgkmCdo5WopwHML42cFbSGSYU6r3ufmiYyPRc8biWxbssqvxbnEzrK1fJsssxFRGlJoe's new race: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=128621Joe on Miles with Marty: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ReZN7hJwsMihbB5Cxxfzw

Kevin, Joe, and Shae sit down with runner, triathlete, obstacle course racer, kind Canadian, and gym owner Sean Simmons. Sean owns Run Unlimited, a specialized gym in St. Petersburg, Florida, which offers group-based treadmill running and high intensity training. Run Unlimited hosted the in-house ultra, which pitted runners from St. Pete and Salt Lake City in a new twist on the last man standing format; five miles per hour on a treadmill in two gyms on each side of the country! WTF did Vo2 max tests and talked with Sean about woodway treadmills, hyrox, zwift, AND Run Unlimited's upcoming program Run Lab!Run Unlimited: https://www.rununlimited.com/In-House Ultra Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eq7eacZPgi4

Brian Sharbono joins Kevin, Joe, and Shae for a chat about his recent finish at the Tahoe 200 including talk on staying warm, nutrition, and all that climbing! We also talk about firefighter games, flat Florida races, and more!

For those that need more Joe Miller, boy do we have a treat for you! Kevin, Joe, and Shae are joined by the other Joe Miller. Sometimes you sign up for a race and expect one Joe, but get the other! We talk about his history being brought up all around the country, the importance of texting back, hating the berm, Aid Station Coffee, and more!Use code CMONJOE for 20% off Aid Station Coffee!https://www.etsy.com/shop/AidStationCoffeehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572740734404

Kevin, Joe, and Shae chat with Lucas Burkley about all things running, the upsides and downsides of working in The Villages, and more! Note: This episode is a little more...irreverent than normal, so young or sensitive listeners, be advised.

Luis Cocco, aka The Running Ninja, joins Kevin, Joe, and Shae to talk about martial arts, running very long distances in very small areas, Miami Ultra Series, and Kevin & Shae's experience at the Miami 50/50!

Kevin, Joe, and Shae are joined by Rob, avid lifter and runner. They discuss the joy of running buddies, recovery over 50, how he is leveling up his business, and ye olden days of lifting.

Join Kevin, Joe, and Shae in a conversation with Mandee Hall, an archaeologist and trail runner. She shares her running history as well as her path to her current career. This will definitely make you think a little more about the trails and areas where you run!

Strap in for a race recap with Team Lyons, aka Team All Boats, No Hoes! Shae, Joe, and Kevin have Sage Lyons, Katie Jenkins, and Evan Rozet on the pod to discuss Sage's experiencing running the iconic Keys 100. Shenanigans were had! Miles were run! Key deer were (sadly) not pet!

Kevin, Joe, and Shae partake in trail talk, Florida history, animals out on the trail, and more with local nature enthusiasts Bre Ximenes & Marshall Gray. Both have spent more hours than we can count on the Cross Florida Greenway and have great stories! Make sure to follow Bre on Youtube for awesome nature talk - https://www.youtube.com/@ILoveNatureMoreThanYou and WhatNot, Instagram, and Tiktok for more nature and adventuring fun - @turquoisewilderness

Kevin, Joe, and Shae sit down with the incredible Gary Sines to talk about his journey along the Ohio to Erie Trail. He has a really great story of leaving ultra, returning to it, and then absolutely killing it during this multi-day adventure!

Joe, Kevin, and Shae sit down with previous guests Andrew and Layla to talk about Layla first 100 miler at Skunk Ape, Andrew's experience at Arizona Monster 300, Badwater 135 training, and Kevin & Shae's adventure with Florida Running Tours for the Strip Club Run!

Join us for a recap of our favorite races of the year! Our amazing friends join us for the Five Pints of Live Beer Marathon in Gainesville and the Caliente Bare Dare!! Nikita is from Illinois by way of Canada and Russia and tells us about his professorship, AI, and his experiences with our wacky group.

Kevin, Joe, and Shae sit down with the fast, male Shea! Shea has been absolutely tearing it up and crushing races as a new ultra runner. He just won the Skunk Ape 100 with a course record time!