Crack A Brew With AJW

Mar 22 2025 75 ep. 53 mins 122
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Runner and Coach Andy Jones-Wilkins talks with trail running athletes, coaches and race directors about topical subjects. Each episode features a beverage and will last as long as it typically takes to leisurely enjoy the beverage.

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AJW Unplugged - Western States Golden Tickets, "The Chase" Premiere, and Life as a New Grandpa

Mar 22 2025 41 mins  
In this latest AJW Unplugged Episode AJW dives into the last two Golden Ticket Races, talks about the incredible new Cocodona 250 film "The Chase", and shares some reflections on how his life has changed since becoming a grandfather. Follow AJW on Instagram @ajoneswilkins

Andy Blow: The History of Precision Fuel and Hydration and Thoughts on the Future of Endurance Sports Performance

Mar 15 2025 49 mins  
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Andy Blow, founder and CEO of Precision Fuel and Hydration. In this episode they discuss the origin story of Precision Fuel and Hydration, recent advances in athlete strategies, and thoughts on the future of endurance sports performance. Learn all about Precision Fuel and Hydration here Read Hayden Hawks' Western States Case Study here Read

Shea Aquilano: Finding Trail Running, the Black Canyon 100k and her hopes and dreams for her first Western States

Feb 22 2025 43 mins  
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with up and coming ultrarunner Shea Aquilano to discuss her early career in running, her 5 year history with the Black Canyon 100K and her hopes and dreams for her first run at the Western States 100. Follow Shea on Instagram @shea_aq

Joe McConaughey: Eight Year Golden Ticket Quest, Cocodona 250 and Finally Going to Western States

Feb 15 2025 48 mins  
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Joe "Stringbean" McConaughey. After seven attempts Joe finally got his Western States golden ticket on his eighth try. In this episode AJW and Joe discuss his journey to Western States, his experiences and advice for Cocodona 250 and his plans for the 2025 Western States. Follow Joe on Instagram @thestring.bean

Zoe Rom and Kylee Van Horn - Unpacking the Myths and Mysteries of Endurance Athletes Diets

Feb 08 2025 57 mins  
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Zoe Rom and Kylee Van Horn, the host of the "Your Diet Sucks" podcast. In this wide ranging conversation they touch on the myths and mysteries of endurance athletes diets and some of the ways athlets of all types can sift through the noise. Find Zoe's and Kylee's podcast here

Hayden Hawks - 2024 Ultrarunner of the Year, His Favorite Memories from a Memorable Year, and Plans for 2025

Feb 01 2025 54 mins  
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with North American Ultrarunner of the Year Hayden Hawks. They discuss Hayden's excitement at being crowned ultrarunner of the year, some of his favorite memories from 2024, and his hopes for even bigger and better things in 2025. Follow Hayden on instagram @hawks_hayden Special hank you to Hayden's sponsors HOKA, Precision Fuel and Hydration, CO

Haroldas Subertas - Upbringing in Lithuania, the Cocodona 250, and Western States.

Jan 25 2025 51 mins  
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with 2024 Cocodona 250 winner Haroldas Subertas. In a fun, free-form conversation they discuss Harry's race at Cocodona, how he ended up in the US and what he is doing to prepare for his first Western States in June. Follow Harry on Instagram @harry_subertas

Darcy Piceu - High Mountain Running, the Good Old Days and Her Hardrock Legacy

Jan 18 2025 52 mins  
In this first episode of Season 9 AJW cracks a brew with legendary Colorado Ultrarunner Darcy Piceu to discuss high altitude running, her memories of the early days in her career, and her incredible legacy at the Hardrock 100. Follow Darcy on Instagram @darcypq

AJW Unplugged: 2024 Year in Review, 2025 Predictions, and a Personal Update

Dec 28 2024 53 mins  
In this year end episode of AJW Unplugged AJW looks back on his predictions from 2024, makes a few more predictions for 2025, and provides listeners with an update both personally and professionally. AJWs 2024 Predictions AJWs 2025 Predictions Pictured left to right; Chris Worden, AJW, Rob Martin.

Finn Melanson: Special Year End Episode with Ultrarunner of the Year and other tributes.

Dec 14 2024 83 mins  
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Finn Melanson to discuss the year in ultrarunning. In addition to sharing their picks for these prestigious awards they also comment on rookie of the year, surprise of the year, most inspirational of the year, and best trail running film of the year. They wrap up with predictions for 2025. Check out Finn's excellent podcast here Like a Lead