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Ten Junk Miles

746 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1.2K ratings

A lighthearted conversation by runners about their lives as runners and the issues that are interesting or important to them and guests of the show. TJM is meant to be a companion to you as you run. Think of us as your running partners on days when you just need some friends to get you out on an easy run. The show is composed of 10 segments, one for each mile, and every 10 minutes or so we move on to the next topic, to keep things interesting. Among the hosts' experience are ten 100-mile finishes, dozens of half and full marathons, plenty of 50-milers, and some speedy 5ks and a BQ (and a handful of DNFs).

Your host, Scotty Kummer is an attorney, doberman owner and quite possibly the most painstakingly average runner known to man. Scott has stumbled through numerous plus 4 and 5 hour marathons. He's DNF'ed the 150 mile, 100 mile, 50 mile and marathon distance. Okay, and he is a member of the Order of the Hrimthurs for having completed the Arrowhead 135, the Tuscobia 160 and the Actif Epica 120K in the same calendar year (more people have walked on the moon) as well as finshed 50+ ultramarathons including several 100 mile races. He was once kicked out of an ultra runing group due to allegations of cyber-bullying. He has a habit of offending people by accident while trying to help them. He is a co-founder of the Flatlander Ultrarunners in Chicagoland which has rapidly grown to over 2000 members. He came up with the idea for Ten Junk Miles after becoming frustrated with hearing interview after interview of Scott Jurek and deciding that runners needed more: more discussions of bathroom breaks that went wrong, pacer stories from hell, DNF reports, stories of getting lost on the trail and other related matters.

More at http://www.tenjunkmiles.com

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Episodes

Meet The Nation 232 - Ed Cook

September 11, 2023 11:39 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MB

Meet Nation Member Ed Cook! Strava Leaderboard Most Miles: shan Riggs 219.4 Most Time Running: Shan Riggs 46:57: 46 Most Vert: Polly With A Why 32,516 RunTJM Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles Twitter: https://twitter.com/tenjunkmiles Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenjunkmiles/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TenJunkMiles/

Gang Show 204 - Live From Vegas Baby!!!

September 08, 2023 14:36 - 2 hours - 123 MB

Join a whole different, Las Vegas crew: Scotty, Diane "superfan" Durden, Rich McCaleb, Sierra DeGroff, Cinder Wolf and Joe Bouchey for Ten Junk Miles in which they discuss: pooping, Crewing tips from Cinder, life in running in Vegas, pooping, Sierra's recent Badwater 135 finish, Joe's recent Western States 100 finish, and pooping.  Lots of fun in sin city with cool people!! Like the show?  Consider kicking in a couple of bucks on Patreon.  It helps keep the show alive! Join here: https://w...

Meet the Nation 221 - Sheri Giese

September 05, 2023 19:03 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB

Meet Nation Member Sheri Giese!! Get yourself some Dri Seats here: https://www.dri-seats.com/ Congrats to the TJM Strava Leadboard winners: Most Miles: Shan Riggs 240.3  Longest time running: Shan Riggs 50:04:46 Most vert: Barry Thrune 32,526 #RunTJM

Long Run 202 - Patrick Reagan

September 01, 2023 15:00 - 2 hours - 200 MB

Join Scotty and Elite Ultra athlete Patrick Reagan for a long run in which they discuss the very interesting path to Patrick's life in running which results in him becoming an elite professional runner!  They also discuss his coaching, being in bands, podcasting and music.  Lots and lots of music.  This is a race chance to really get to know more than the runner.  We think you will really like it. This episoide brought to you by our friends at Path Projects.  Buy some of the best running c...

Meet the Nation 220 - Susan Aplodder

August 28, 2023 16:43 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MB

Meet Nation Member Susan Aplodder!! This episode brought to you by Dri-Seats.  Use the code TJM20 and get 20% off now.  you know you need them.  Stop waiting: https://www.dri-seats.com This week's TJM Strava Champs: Most Miles: RAFA 202.1 Most Time Running: Steven Kuntz 34:55:42 Most Vert: Ben Harner 28,182 Grreat job everyone!!!  

Long Run 201 - Michele Yates

August 25, 2023 17:06 - 1 hour - 163 MB

Join Scotty and 2013 UROTY Michele Yates to talk about her life in running, her college competitions, marathoning, injuries, struggles, coaching, camps and much much more.  Michele is a ultra runner, cyclist, mother and coach with a degree in Kinesiological Sciences with a concentration in fitness management.  She's won marathons, Ultras and everything in between. Michele's coaching page: https://www.ruggedrunning.com/running-coaches Michele's Podcast SheRugged Podcast: https://podcasts....

Gang Show 203 - Badger Wrap Up

August 17, 2023 01:02 - 2 hours - 211 MB

Join Scotty, Mandi, Kerri, Holly and Eddie for ten junk miles in which they discuss everyone's finishes at Badger 100, the  race from everyone's perspective, what's next for everyone.  We also open drop bags, mail and much much more!! This episode brought to you by Dri-Seats.  Use the code TJM20 and get 20% off now.  you know you need them.  Stop waiting: https://www.dri-seats.com Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles Twitter: https://twi...

Meet the Nation 229 - Suzy Huizinga

August 14, 2023 14:07 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

Meet Nation Member Suzy Huizinga!! This week's Strava Leaders: Most Miles: 194.1 RAFA Most Time: 33:42:45 Jon Willman Most Vert: 21,788 jon Willman Great job everyone!! Sidenote: the shopping banner is no more. So instead, there is a page of recommendations of things we like.  Shop there or from there!  https://www.tenjunkmiles.com/tjm-recommendations

Long Run 200 - Dave McGillivray - Boston Marathon RD

August 11, 2023 16:33 - 1 hour - 139 MB

Join Scotty and the RD of the mother of all races - the Boston Marathon!!  We discuss his life in running, becoming the RD, a small portion of the amazing runs he's done, fundraising, impact, and much more!! This episoide brought to you by our friends at Path Projects.  Buy some of the best running clothes for men and the Ten Junk Miles hat here: https://pathprojects.com/ Dave's website - www.davemcgillivray.com Dave's Facebook - www.facebook.com/dmsedave Dave's Instagram - www.instagra...

Bonus Episode - Phil Parsons Runs the 444 Mile Natchez Trace

August 08, 2023 13:10 - 1 hour - 120 MB

Join Scotty and Phil Parsons to discuss his upcoming journey on the Natchez Trace (444 mile) Trail, his history in the military, battling PTSD issues and suicide prevention.  A great fundraiser for a great cause.  This event also brings attention to issues that desperately need it. Please consider donating a nickel a mile or more here:https://pledgeit.org/natr Phil's Page: https://unbridledrunning.com/the-four-forty-four/?fbclid=IwAR1rR2ZGLzMFz9qO0FNlteYzJUmMJqvrp_5By2pMD7GDAk6rEF2LH36N...

Meet The Nation 228 - Jamie Bark

August 07, 2023 13:39 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Join Nation Member Jamie Bark!!!  Strava Shoutouts this week:   Most Miles: RAFA 193.1 Miles! Most Time Running: Mandy Wallace 51 Hours 11 Minutes Most Vert: Andrew Wetterer 24,222 Feet   Keep up the great work and have a great week everyone!!     #RunTJM

Long Run 199 - Art Byram

August 04, 2023 16:02 - 3 hours - 273 MB

Join Scotty and Art Byram of the Cultra Trail Running podcast for a long run in which they discuss Art's life in running, his long term sobriety, the Cultra Trail Running Podcast, behind the scenes podcaster stuff, and much much more.  This is basically two podcaster friends connecting on life an everything else. Check out Cultra here: https://cultratrailrunning.libsyn.com/ This episode brought to you by UCAN.  Try some of their products today by clicking here: https://ucan.co/tenjunkmil...

Meet the Nation Members 227 - Zach Heridia

July 31, 2023 23:31 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

Meet Nation Zach Heridia!!!  #RunTJM

Gang Show 202 - Taper Madness with the Gang

July 26, 2023 23:26 - 3 hours - 170 MB

The Band is back together!!  join Scotty, Mandi, Eddie, Kerri and Bucket Hat Bob for ten junk miles in which we discuss what's new, how we are all dealing with our tapering for the Badger 100, Bob's experiences at Western States and we call several runners to discuss their own taper madness.  And much much more!! Link to the Trail Runner Nation espiode discussed: https://trailrunnernation.com/2013/04/4-keys-to-race-execution/ Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/ Patreon: https://www.p...

Meet the Nation 226 - Verity Mathis

July 24, 2023 18:25 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

Meet Nation Member Verity Mathis!  #RunTJM TJM Strava Leaderboard for the week   Longest distance: 186.6. miles Total running time: Mandy Wallace 44:55:56 Tristan Lee: 39,560 feet Great job everyone!!

Gang Show 201 - Jason Venkus a/k/a REGAIN

July 21, 2023 14:25 - 2 hours - 125 MB

Join Scotty, Eddie, Kerri Maess, Oscar Rene Delgado Amor in La Cochina, and special guest Jason Venkus of REGAIN Sports Drink, for ten junk miles in which they discuss: Jason's life in running, REGAIN, porn comments, Ke$ha, Oscar's Kettle 100 exprience, Badger 100 excitement, and much much more! This episode brought to you by UCAN.  Try some of their products today by clicking here: https://ucan.co/tenjunkmiles/ Use the code TENJUNKMILES for 20% off. This episode brought to you by Dri-Se...

Meet the Nation 225 - Clint Gyory

July 17, 2023 23:16 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MB

Meet Nation Member Clint Gyory #RunTJM #RunTJM

Long Run 198 - Whitney Richman

July 14, 2023 23:15 - 3 hours - 278 MB

Join Scotty and 24 hour specialist Whitney Richman to disucss her life in running, her and Scotty's long friendship, all things Chicago and her upcoming performance at the 24 hour event in Six (6) Days in the Dome.  We discuss crewing, the competiton, psychology of fixed time track events, and much much more.  If you have ever been curious about these kinds of events you will find this very interesting!! Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles ...

Meet the Nation 223 Chad Lasater

July 10, 2023 17:06 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Meet Nation Member Chad Lasater!!  #RunTJM  

Gang Show 200 - Kettle Moraine 100 - Live from the Sterners!!!

July 07, 2023 03:17 - 2 hours - 204 MB

Join Scotty and a whole host of TJM Nation Members for a live show at the Sterner's House.  We discuss all things life, running, aid station work, what it means to be an ultra runner, a Patreon read, and much much more!! This episode brought to you by UCAN.  Try some of their products today by clicking here: https://ucan.co/tenjunkmiles/ Use the code TENJUNKMILES for 20% off. This episode brought to you by Dri-Seats.  Use the code TJM20 and get 20% off now.  you know you need them.  Stop...

MTN 222 - Fernando Montealegre

July 05, 2023 11:50 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MB

Meet Nation Member Fernando Montealegre!!!  #runTJM

Meet the Nation 223 - Fernando Montealegre

July 03, 2023 13:19

Meet Nation Member Fernando Montealegre!!   #RunTJM

Long Run 197 - Trena Kennedy

June 30, 2023 12:32 - 3 hours - 280 MB

Join Scotty and Ultra Coach, Blogger, Runner and all around special lady Trena Kennedy for a second long run in which she reflects on what she's been up to the last few years and the circumstances that brought about her recent blog article called "Letting Go of Western States."  We also talk about the state of the sport and her recent health issues and how they put things in perspective.  This is a nice discussion of friends about ultra life, looking back and looking ahead. This episode br...

Meet the Nation 222 - Drew Steelman

June 26, 2023 15:11 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

Meet Nation Member Drew Steelman!!! Thanks XO Skin: www.xoskin.us #RunTJM

Gang Show 199 - Tammy Hellings

June 23, 2023 12:43 - 2 hours - 147 MB

Join Scotty, Kerri Maess, Bob Henne, Eddie Pedroza and returning guest Tammy Hellings to run ten junk miles and discuss....What Tammy's been up to, Orcas Island 100, Bob and Tammy's efforts at volunteering for Sugar Badger, Kerri's first 50 miler at Sugar Badger, UCAN, Dry Seats, and much much more!!! This episode brought to you by UCAN.  Try some of their products today by clicking here: https://ucan.co/tenjunkmiles/ Use the code TENJUNKMILES for 20% off. This episode brought to you by ...

Meet the Nation 221 - Todd Barker

June 19, 2023 15:20 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

Meet Nation Member Todd Barker!!!   #RunTJM

Long Run 196 - Andrea Kooiman 2023

June 16, 2023 14:02 - 2 hours - 227 MB

Join Scotty and former guest Andrea Kooiman for Ten Junk Miles in whichthey discuss her recent attempts at SAMO 100, Hardrock 100 and the Barkley Marathons.  Life.  Mortality.  Aging as a runner.  And much, much more!!! Andrea's previous podcast on TJM: https://tenjunkmiles.libsyn.com/website/long-run-159-andrea-kooiman Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles Twitter: https://twitter.com/tenjunkmiles Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/...

Meet The Nation 220 - Steve Holcomb

June 12, 2023 17:06 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

Meet Nation Member Steve Holcomb!!  #RunTJM

Gang Show 198 - Matthew Smith and Rachel Barsness

June 09, 2023 16:48 - 2 hours - 140 MB

Join Scotty, Holly, Kat, Eddie and special guests Rachel Barsness and Matthew Smith for Ten Junk Miles in which they discuss, their races and volunteering at the Sugar Badger, their lives in running, the stadium to stadium run, England and much much more! This episode brought to you by UCAN.  Try some of their products today by clicking here: https://ucan.co/tenjunkmiles/ Use the code TENJUNKMILES for 20% off. Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tenju...

Meet the Nation 219 - Jason Venkus

June 05, 2023 14:53 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

Meet Nation Member Jason Venkus!! Learn about Regain here: https://www.regainsportsdrink.com/ Train with Jason here: www.findingyourmomentum.com Thank Xoskin!!  Get some here: https://www.xoskin.us/ (10% off with the code TJM)  

Long Run 195 - Allie Bailey

June 02, 2023 14:33 - 2 hours - 179 MB

Join Scotty and coach, writer, presenter and bad-ass ultra runner Allie Bailey from the U.K. for a long run in which they discuss her life in running, her time in the music industry, her path to sobriety, and much much more.  Allie is one of the most inspiring female adventure runners in the U.K!! Learn about all things Allie here: http://www.alliebailey.co.uk/ Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles Twitter: https://twitter.com/tenjunkmile...

Meet The Nation 218 - Shane Greenlee

May 31, 2023 12:38 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

Meet nation Member Shane Greenlee!! #RunTJM

Gang Show 197 - Jen Matzo Ball Robbins

May 24, 2023 15:00 - 3 hours - 167 MB

Join Scotty, Angela Freedman guest hosts Barry Thrune and Erik Halling, and Jen "Matzo Ball" Robbins for Ten Junk Miles in which we discuss: Our training, the Green Bay Marathon, Jen's life in running, Running ultras as an Orthodox Jew, Judaism, Kosher Foods, Our favorite runs, the Jazz Singer (of course), birds, and much much more!!! This episode brought to you by Dri-Seats.  Use the code TJM20 and get 20% off now.  you know you need them.  Stop waiting: https://www.dri-seats.com Websit...

Meet the Nation 217 - Charmaine Botha

May 22, 2023 14:53 - 40 minutes - 37 MB

Meet nation Member Charmain Botha!! Get yourself some XOskin here: https://www.xoskin.us/  

Long Run 194 - Ryan Van Duzer

May 19, 2023 15:00 - 2 hours - 169 MB

Join Scotty and Ryan Van Duzer for a long run in which they discuss: Ryan's life, his time in the Peace Corps, his new book "the Long Way Home" about his bike ride from Hondouras to Boulder, his running and ultra life, youtube, environmentalism, vegetarianism, and much much more. Very cool discussion with an extremely interesting person. Ryan's Webpage: https://www.duzertv.com/ Get Ryan's book here: https://www.duzertv.com/mybook Ryan's Youtube page: https://www.duzertv.com/youtube T...

Meet the Nation 216 Lexi Cansler-Pitt

May 15, 2023 14:46 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MB

Meet Nation Member Lexi Cansler-Pitt

Gang Show 195 - Erik Halling

May 12, 2023 14:31 - 2 hours - 162 MB

Join Scotty, Eddie, Kat, guest host Barry Thrune and Erik Halling for Ten Junk Miles in which we discuss: Erik's life in running, Egleberg Hunperdick, Heart rate Training, Astrid's poop, Packages (with lots of snacks - Thank you!!! Leaky Hourglass Ultra, Periods, and much much more!! Register for the Leaky Hourglass Ultra here:https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=87590 This episode brought to you by UCAN.  Try some of their products today by clicking here: https://ucan.co/tenjunkmil...

Meet the Nation 215 - Kelly Rottenbucher

May 08, 2023 15:06 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MB

Meet nation member Kelly Rottenbucher!! Donate to the Relentless Run here: https://pages.lls.org/voy/mn/MN23/relentlessrun

Long Run 193 - Dean Karnazes

May 05, 2023 17:09 - 2 hours - 171 MB

join Scotty and Dean Karnazes for a discussion of his life in running, legacy, changes to the sport, his books, projects and future plans.  They also talk quite a bit about the Bucks. :) Get "A Runner's High" here: https://www.amazon.com/Runners-High-My-Life-Motion/dp/0062955500 Learn more about Greek Running Tours here: https://www.greekrunningtours.com/ And Dean's Website: https://ultramarathonman.com/  Thanks XOSkin!!  Get yours (with 10% off code "tjm")here: https://www.xoskin.us...

Meet the Nation 214 - Mark Bowman

May 01, 2023 14:33 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MB

Meet Nation Member Mark Bowman!!!  #RunTJM Info on the World Beer Mile here: https://www.beermile.com/worlds

Gang Show 195 - Bucket Hat Bob, Sas and Lil' Gio

April 28, 2023 13:53 - 3 hours - 167 MB

Join Scotty, Eddie, Gio DiDomenico, and special guests Bob (Henne) and Sass (Erin Guimon ) from You said 100 Miles? Podcast.  They discuss Bob and Sas, their running lives and the creation of the YS100 podcast, the birth and development of the Gio v. Bob rivalry, shoe reviews, packages, reviews, and much much more!! Check out You Said 100 Miles? here and wherever you podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-said-100-miles/id1633911686 This episode brought to you by Dri-Seats. ...

Meet the Nation 213 - David Neal

April 24, 2023 15:49 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MB

Meet Nation Member David Neal!   Thanks XOSkin!!  Get yours here: https://www.xoskin.us/ #RunTJM

Long Run 192 - Ray Zahab

April 21, 2023 15:07 - 1 hour - 152 MB

Join Scotty and ultra legend Ray Zahab for a long run in which they discuss his life in running, his expeditions, his youth organization Impossible to Possible, his recent cancer diagnosis and much much more! Learn about Impossible 2 Possible here: https://www.impossible2possible.com/ Learn about all things Ray here: https://www.rayzahab.com/ Ray's books are here: https://www.amazon.com/Books-Ray-Zahab/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3ARay+Zahab This epiosode brought to you by our friends at...

Meet the Nation 212 - Elliott Beach

April 17, 2023 15:20 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

Meet Nation Member Elliot Beach!  #RunTJM

Gang Show 194 - Thomas McGinn, Adam "Moose" Mathews and Long Run Coffee

April 12, 2023 22:48 - 2 hours - 144 MB

Join Scotty,Kerri, Eddie and BOTH Adam "Moose" Mathews and Thomas "Long Run Coffee" McGinn for ten junk miles (fueled by Pequod's) in which they discuss both Adam's journey to ultra (which includes and incredible weight loss) and Thomas's life in running and the start of Long Run Coffee.  We talk about a little bit of nothing and a whole lot of everything.   Take us for a run! Get Long Run Coffee here: https://www.longruncoffee.com/ This episode brought to you by UCAN.  Try some of their...

Meet the Nation 211 - Donald Creason

April 10, 2023 13:48 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MB

Meet Nation Member Donald Creason!!  #RunTJM

Long Run 191 - Stephen Littlewood - When Good Trails Go Bad

April 07, 2023 15:31 - 2 hours - 174 MB

Join Scotty and Ultra Runner, Coach and Author Stephen Littlewood for Ten Junk Miles in which they discuss, his training and military service, his life in running, his coaching and his new book "When Good Trails Go Bad: Planning, Surviving, & Being Rescued from Your Worst Day On The Trail." Buy Stephen's book here: https://www.amazon.com/When-Good-Trails-Bad-Surviving/dp/B0BT72XKCJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2LL1QOYQ61G0I&keywords=when+good+trails+go+bad&qid=1680881800&sprefix=when+good+trails+go+ba...

Meet the Nation 210 - Nick Costa

April 03, 2023 14:05 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

Meet Nation Member Nixck Costa! #RunTJM

Ten Junk Splits - Swapcast With Negative Splits

March 31, 2023 22:26 - 2 hours - 187 MB

Join Scotty and Glen Zdon and Sean Johnson for Ten Junk MIles in which they discuss their lives in running, their podcasts, the issues with keeping up their running and balance in their lives, and much much more.  Kind of a cool different type of show this week.  Enjoy! Check out the Negative Splits Podcast here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-negative-splits-podcast/id1112542136 And checkout throwback reviews here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-throwback-reviews/id6...

Bonus Episode - 2018 Swapcast with Man Bun Run and the Negative Splits

March 31, 2023 22:16 - 2 hours - 59.3 MB

This is an unedited archival recording of a swapcast between TJM, Man Bun Run and the Nagative Splits Podcast, as referred to in the 2023 gang show.   I wonder what we talked about 5 years ago???? #RunTJM

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