Buckleheads Podcast

In episode 76 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we are joined by Mindy Coolman. Mindy is a runner and dietician from Omaha, Nebraska.In this episode, we talk about Mindys upbringing and what got her into marathon running while going to school and eventually what got her into ultras.We talk about her journey at Western States in 2017 that led to her being timed out just after the 30 hour cutoff and the years leading back to finally finish Western States this past summer. She races all over the midwest and is a great person on the trails. Share this episode and comment what you think. Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll See You Out There. 2026 KUS Race Calendarhttps://www.ksultrarunners.org/All races are now open for registration!!Rockin' K is almost sold out.'BHPOD10' for a 10% discount.The Skyline ScrambleTopeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HRSaturday, Mar 7, 2026'BHPOD10'NEW RELAY OPTION!Los Lobos ChallengeSaturday, Feb 7, 2026Kansas City, KS • 6 Hour, 3 Hour

On Episode 75 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we are joined in person by Kirsten Williams. e chat about her running cluding her determination and resilency to get back to running after an accident that left her with multiple fractures. we also talk Fleet feet community outreach, Top City Running Club, directing the 2026 Top City Half Marathon, and much much more!Kirsten story is incredibly inspiring and with the right mindset and community around you, anything is possible. Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll See You Out There.2026 KUS Race Calendarhttps://www.ksultrarunners.org/All races are now open for registration!!Rockin' K is almost sold out.'BHPOD10' for a 10% discount. The Skyline ScrambleTopeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HRSaturday, Mar 7, 2026'BHPOD10'NEW RELAY OPTION!Los Lobos ChallengeSaturday, Feb 7, 2026Kansas City, KS • 6 Hour, 3 Hour

In Episode 74 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we are joined by Luke Sigle. Luke is the owner and founder of SILO Performance Project where he makes bags and gear specifically for organizing essential gear, nutrition, apparel and shoes of runners with a compact, versatile bag, with their flagship product, the Crew Drop One.We also dive into Lukes background with how he came up with the product, his history with running and getting into ultra marathons, as well as dealing with multiple health issues that require him to be very disciplined with his diet and training. https://www.gowithsilo.com/use code 'Buckleheads' for a listener exclusive 10% discount. Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll See You Out There. 2026 KUS Race Calendarhttps://www.ksultrarunners.org/Rockin K and Heatwave registration is now open!!The Skyline ScrambleTopeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HRSaturday, Mar 7, 2026'BHPOD10'NEW RELAY OPTION!Los Lobos ChallengeSaturday, Feb 7, 2026Kansas City, KS • 6 Hour, 3 Hour

In Episode 73 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we are joined in person by Ed West and Jonathan Prosser. Ed and Jonathan are both the original founders of The Skyline Scramble, Topekas first timed ultra running event and has become an annual staple event for the running community.Jonathan is also the owner of Rockin Chair Running Company. In this episode, we dive into the history of the race, challenges putting on a race can have, as well as some highlight moments as this is the 4th annual running of the race. If you haven't signed up yet, BHPOD10 will get listeners a 10% discount. We also preview 2 other races that Rocking Chair has in store for this year. We then dive into some personal questions and conversation about how we each balance and handle burnout with running and training. Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll See You Out There. 2026 KUS Race Calendarhttps://www.ksultrarunners.org/Rockin K and Heatwave registration is now open!!The Skyline ScrambleTopeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HRSaturday, Mar 7, 2026'BHPOD10'NEW RELAY OPTION!Los Lobos ChallengeSaturday, Feb 7, 2026Kansas City, KS • 6 Hour, 3 Hour

In episode 72 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we sit down with Sophia Jones. Sophia is a registered dietician in Manhattan, Ks.We dive into her upbringing, eating disorders, growing up and getting into nutrition and her school. We then talk about her getting into ultra running and helping people with nutrition. She also just got into High Lonesome!If you are interested in working with Sophia, she has a private practice. Savored Journey LLC2026 KUS Race Calendarhttps://www.ksultrarunners.org/Rockin K and Heatwave registration is now open!!The Skyline ScrambleTopeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HRSaturday, Mar 7, 2026'BHPOD10'NEW RELAY OPTION!Los Lobos ChallengeSaturday, Feb 7, 2026Kansas City, KS • 6 Hour, 3 Hour

In episode 71 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we have to co-race director of the Crossroads Marathon in Salina, Ks, Chris Lehecka. We chat about Chris's running background then dive into the race. Chris and therest of the team works hard to put on a great race and had over 5,000 runners in Salina to run it in 2025. t has grown quickly and has had a great positive impact for the city. https://www.runsalinacrossroads.com/Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll See You Out There. 2026 KUS Race Calendarhttps://www.ksultrarunners.org/Rockin K and Heatwave registration is now open!!The Skyline ScrambleTopeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HRSaturday, Mar 7, 2026'BHPOD10'NEW RELAY OPTION!Los Lobos ChallengeSaturday, Feb 7, 2026Kansas City, KS • 6 Hour, 3 Hour

In episode 70 of the Buckleheads podcast, we are in person with Cameron Crocker. Cameron is from Manhattan, Kansas and we chat all about his running journey, weight loss, mental health, and more. He has an incredible story and we encourage listeners to share this podcast who may need inspiration as this episode is full of it.Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll See You Out There.2026 KUS Race Calendarhttps://www.ksultrarunners.org/Rockin K and Heatwave registration is now open!!Los Lobos Skyline Scramble Challenge!!!The Skyline ScrambleTopeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HRSaturday, Mar 7, 2026'BHPOD10'NEW RELAY OPTION!Los Lobos ChallengeSaturday, Feb 7, 2026Kansas City, KS • 6 Hour, 3 Hour

In episode 69 of the Buckleheads Podcast, Devin and Brian sit down and do a recap of the year that was 2025. We go through our races, training, the ups and downs, and some of our favorite guests and memories we've had with recording episodes and lessons we've learned along the way. We love doing this podcast and we are looking forward to bringing new episodes in 2026!Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll See You Out There.Winterrock 25k and the FlatRock Triple Crown.Search on Ultra sign up as Winterrock is a week away!2026 KUS Race Calendarhttps://www.ksultrarunners.org/Rockin K and Heatwave registration is now open!!The Skyline ScrambleTopeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HRSaturday, Mar 7, 2026'BHPOD10'NEW RELAY OPTION!Los Lobos ChallengeSaturday, Feb 7, 2026Kansas City, KS • 6 Hour, 3 Hour

In episode 68 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we have a conversation with Kayla Straub. Kayla is no stranger to swinging for the fences and seeing what happens. We talked with Kayla about how she got started in running, balancing family life and training, setting state records, and more.Please follow us on social media, like and share this episode.Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll See. You Out There.2026 KUS Race Calendarhttps://www.ksultrarunners.org/Rockin K and Heatwave registration is now open!!The Skyline ScrambleTopeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HRSaturday, Mar 7, 2026'BHPOD10'NEW RELAY OPTION!Los Lobos ChallengeSaturday, Feb 7, 2026Kansas City, KS • 6 Hour, 3 Hour

In episode 67 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we talk with Devin Nelson and Kevin Praytor. Both just finished the Brazos Bend 100 where they ran the entire races together. We chat about his journey into running, how he met Devin and how Devin gave him the idea of running 100 miles, and a hear a recap of Kevin and Devin recently running the Brazos 100 together.Brazos Bend 100 is put on by Trail Running Over Texas (TROT).2026 KUS Race Calendarhttps://www.ksultrarunners.org/Rockin K and Heatwave registration is now open!!The Skyline ScrambleTopeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HRSaturday, Mar 7, 2026'BHPOD10'NEW RELAY OPTION!Los Lobos ChallengeSaturday, Feb 7, 2026Kansas City, KS • 6 Hour, 3 Hour

In this episode of the Buckleheads Podcast, we chat with Stephen Spinks. We talk about his running journey that went from his first 50k to a 200 mile race in less than a year. We also talk about being resilient and the challenges he faces as a runner with Hashimoto’s and a gluten allergy.Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll See You Out There. 2026 KUS Race Calendarhttps://www.ksultrarunners.org/Rockin K and Heatwave registration is now open!!The Skyline ScrambleTopeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HRSaturday, Mar 7, 2026'BHPOD10'NEW RELAY OPTION!Los Lobos ChallengeSaturday, Feb 7, 2026Shelter House 14 Access RdKansas City, KS • 6 Hour, 3 Hour

In episode 65 of The Buckleheads Podcast, we talk with Phil Bybee, The Energizer Turtle. We talk about his running journey and races he has completed, volunteering at races, and big plans he has for giving back to the community and making running accessible to everyone. 2026 KUS Race Calendar https://www.ksultrarunners.org/The Skyline ScrambleTopeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HRSaturday, Mar 7, 2026'BHPOD10' for 10% discount

In episode 64 of the Buckleheads Podcast, it is part 2 of our recap interviews of what was the KUS 6/12/24 One of our goals with this podcast is to highlight all of the cool running events in Kansas and the Midwest and the people who run them. In this episode we talk with a few runners who just ran the KUS 6/12/24 hour race. We talk to the new race director, Dustin Birdsong, as he will be taking over as race director. Hear about his plans for the future of the race and how he will do what the runners want first and foremost from the race. We also talk to Audrey Pulley who ran the 12 hour overnight, Ella Ruesser who ran the 12 hour day, as well as Braden Smith, who ran the 6 hour. All with different perspectives for what made for amazing conversations. This is part 2 of 2.Comment and share and let us know what you think!Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll See You Out There.Check out KUS website for the calendar of events for 2026. https://www.ksultrarunners.org/The Skyline ScrambleTopeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HRSaturday, Mar 7, 2026'BHPOD10' for 10% discount

In episode 63 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we are recapping what was the KUS 6/12/24One of our goals with this podcast is to highlight all of the cool running events in Kansas and the Midwest and the people who run them. In this episode we talk with a few runners who just ran the KUS 6/12/24 hour race. We talk to QuynhAnh Nyguyen, Randy Ellis and Zach Bailor to hear about their experience at the race. QuynhAnh and Randy both ran the 24 hour race and Zach was the race director. Devin also talks about his experience running the 24 hour event. This is part 1 of 2. Next week will be more guests recaps. Comment and share and let us know what you think!Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll See You Out There.Check out KUS website for the calendar of events for 2026. https://www.ksultrarunners.org/The Skyline ScrambleTopeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HRSaturday, Mar 7, 2026'BHPOD10' for 10% discount

In episode 62 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we talk with Eric Steele, the founder of Epic Ultras. We talk with Eric about his journey into ultrarunning, starting up Epic Ultras, the early days of ultra races in Kansas, and some of the exciting things he is working on for Epic Ultras.https://epicultras.com/ KUS 6/12/24 Valley Center, KS • 24hrs, Night 12 Hour, 12hrs, 6hrsNovember 7 and 8th https://www.ksultrarunners.org/The Skyline Scramble Topeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HRSaturday, Mar 7, 2026'BHPOD10' for 10% discount

In episode 61 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we chat with Ricky Urias. Ricky is the UltrAspire athlete team manager. We talk about his journey into ultrarunning, how he found his role at Ultraspire, and some of the exciting new things they are working on. We also talk about the balance of everyday life and continuing to run challenging races. KUS 6/12/24 Valley Center, KS • 24hrs, Night 12 Hour, 12hrs, 6hrsNovember 7 and 8thStill time to sign up!'BHPOD10' for 10% DiscountThe Skyline Scramble Topeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HRSaturday, Mar 7, 2026'BHPOD10' for 10% discount

In this episode we talked with Elden, to get his thoughts on this year’s Heartland 100 Spirit of the Prairie 100 mile ultra race. Then we chat about our race at Heartland. To mix it up a little we convinced our wives to join us for the episode to get their thoughts on the race and other aspects of ultra running. Shay and Brandi are incredibly supportive and we are excited to hear their takes on the race and what they think of all this. KUS 6/12/24Valley Center, KsNovember 6 and 7th. use code 'BHpod10' for 10% off. Sign up now!The Skyline ScrambleTopeka, KS • 12 HR, 6HR, 3HR'BHPOD10' for 10% off!Run happy. Train hard. We’ll see you out there.

In Episode 59 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we chat with Paul Cutbirth and Devin as they both just ran The Arkansas Traveller 100 in Perryville, Arkansas This race is one of the oldest 100 mile races in the country. Listen in as Devin and Paul chat about their training, how their race went, and the amazing volunteers and race director. It’s sounds like this is a race that everyone should add to their bucket list.Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll See You Out There. *Kansas UltraRunners' Society*KUS 6/12/24 Hour RunValley Center, KS • 24hrs, Night 12 Hour, 12hrs, 6hrs

In episode 58 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we sit down and talk with Jenny Stipp and Kelly Force and we go over their experiences at this years Barkley Fall Classic in Warburg, Tennessee. The event took place September 20th, 2025.The Barkley Fall Classic is designed to give the runner a taste of what the Barkley Marathons is all about.The course is designed to challenge the runner mentally, as well as physically, with GPS not allowed. Join us as we recap both of their experiences. Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll See You Out There.Heartland 100 - October 10-1225th Anniversary!!Additional spots added to the 100 Miler.125 miler spots still remain.'BHPOD10' for a 10% discount.

In episode 57 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we sit down with Derek Taussig. Derek is from the Manhattan area and has only been running ultras for the past 2 years. We talk about many things including his journey into ultrarunning, being a business owner, father, husband the benefit of doing hard things, the value of pacers and crew, and his most recent race the Wasatch 100. Share this podcast with a friend and let us know what you think. Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll See You Out There.Heartland 100 - October 10-1225th Anniversary!!Additional spots added to the 100 Miler.125 miler - spots still remain.'BHPOD10' for a 10% discount.