Bonus Smiles (Hosted by Public Radio Runner)

Against the backdrop of the August 18th proposal to rescind the Roadless Rule, we’re looking through the lens of the Runners for Public Lands episode for this reflection. As George Plomarity says, “There is no such thing as a trail running industry without public land access. It’s the foundation that everyone is building off of. You can’t have climbing, you can’t have mountain biking, you can’t have trail running if we don’t have this shared resource that we all get to access.” And it’s all outdoor recreation people who are potentially adversely affected by this proposal. We also hear from Bryant Baker and Kat Baker of Runners for Public Lands, alongside Mammoth Trailfest and the Mammoth 200 RD, Tim Tollefson as well as Griselda Garcia of Santa Mujeres Run Club and RPL ambassador. We also look at the distinct music strategies from Joe, Jason, and Vicki. Featured Guests: Vicki Allen - personal trainer, coach, ultrarunnerJason Bahamundi – coach, endurance athlete, founderJoe Hardin – ultrarunner, host of Beyond the Finish LineTim Tollefson – founder, mammoth trailfest, professional runner Griselda Garcia – long-time educator, baker, reader, and runner, ambassador for Runners for Public LandsClare Gallagher – ultrarunner, ecologist, writer, future PhDGeorge Plomarity – tireless advocate for public land access, environmental awareness, run cultureKat Baker – Executive Director, Runners for Public LandsBryan Baker – Director of Advocacy & Education, Runners for Public LandsResources & Featured LinksRunners for Public Lands: Learn About the Roadless RuleOutdoor Alliance Members: Outdoor Alliance CoalitionEpisode Playlist: Listen HereGear & Lighting: Vests and Waist Lights Connect with Us:Podcast: Listen to Bonus SmilesBroadcast: Listen to the radio showPlaylists: Human Curated Bonus Smiles Jams

Vicki Allen is an ultrarunner who’s after the fast known time, or FKT on the Lone Star Trail just north of Houston. This 96 mile traverse is the longest continuous trail in Texas. But for Vicki this wasn't a one way adventure–it was a 192 mile out and back. Unlike other 200 milers such as Tahoe, Bigfoot, Moab, or Cocodona, it’s not hundreds who toe the line on raceday–this year 25 souls lined up for the point to point race. And outside of some water stations, the rest is up to you! Vicki shares sonic strategies that keep her moving forward and entertained when headphones greet you with an unexpected low battery message. GuestVicki Allen - personal trainer, coach, ultrarunnerResources and Featured LinksRace Details: Ava's Trails Follow Vicki on IG: @victoriaallenthebig3Vicki's Jams!Gear & Lighting: UltrAspire Hydration Vests & LightsConnect with Us:Podcast: ⁠Listen to Bonus Smiles⁠Broadcast: ⁠Listen to the radio show⁠Playlists: ⁠Human Curated Bonus Smiles Jams

The mythos of ultrarunning as shrouded in social media narratives, simultaneously inspires and robs you of joy. Against the backdrop of effortless miles, continuous progress over time, and a calendar full of races everyday athletes and their stories of struggle and success get buried in the algorithm. In this episode of Bonus Smiles, we sit down with Jason Bahamundi, founder of Run Tri Bike and the Everyday Athlete Podcast Network, to understand what it means to be "people who run," and not "runners who people." Jason shares stories from his adventures in the inaugural Cocodona 250, how he talks the talk and walks the walk of being an everyday athlete, and how running re-entered his running life. Guests:Jason Bahamundi: coach, endurance athlete, founderResources & Featured LinksRun, Tri, BikeEveryday Athlete Podcast NetworkFollow Jason on Instagram: @runtrimag | @everyday_athlete_podcast_ntwrkJason’s JamsConnect with Us:Podcast: Listen to Bonus SmilesBroadcast: Listen to the radio showPlaylists: Human Curated Bonus Smiles Jams

Ultrarunners aren't normal. In this episode of Bonus Smiles, we sit down with ultrarunner, writer, and podcast host Joe Hardin. Joe shares the positive and negative connotations of being an ultrarunner--like getting lost in the sauce to having fun training for a 300+ mile ultra. Guests:Joe Hardin – ultrarunner, host of Beyond the Finish LineResources & Featured Links:Race Details: ⁠Vol State 500km⁠Joe’s Podcast: Beyond The Finish LineFollow Joe on Instagram: @trail_tortoise_runningWriting & Media: Run Tri Mag ContributorGear & Lighting: ⁠UltrAspire Hydration Vests & Lights⁠Connect With Us:Podcast: ⁠Listen to Bonus Smiles⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadcast: ⁠Listen to the radio show⁠Playlist: Human curated Bonus Smile JamsInstagram:⁠⁠⁠ @publicradiorunner⁠Email Us: [email protected]

Many people balk at the idea of driving 250 miles. But no one in their right mind would try to run that far right? In this episode of Bonus Smiles, we take you inside the 2026 Cocodona race—a point-to-point adventure from Black Canyon City to Heritage Square in Flagstaff, Arizona. And your host is also playing the role of guest—yes, I brought my mic too (check out the chimera build)! True to the show, we also have some music advice and course insights from ultrarunners Killian Korth and Rachel Entrekin--this year's first and second place finishers. Featured Voices & Guests:Steve Aderhold – Cocodona co-RDRachel Entrekin – pro ultrarunner, threepeat winner of CocodonaKillian Korth– pro ultrarunner and philosopher Resources & Featured Links:Race Details: Cocodona 250Gear & Lighting: UltrAspire Hydration Vests & LightsArizona Public Radio Stations:KAWCKJZZKNAUAZPMConnect With Us:Podcast: Listen to Bonus Smiles⁠Broadcast: Listen to the radio showInstagram:⁠⁠ @publicradiorunnerEmail Us: [email protected]