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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

Long Run 178 Art Arnold

October 07, 2022 16:18 - 3 hours - 276 MB

Join Scotty and TJM Natio Member Art Arnold for a long run in which they discuss Art's life in running, his path to ultra, his recovery from substance abuse, 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 Check out the Empower Her Women's Retreat here and use the code TJM25 for $25 off! Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tenjun...

Meet the Nation 185 - Tim Dock

October 03, 2022 19:41 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MB

Meet Nation Member Tim Dock!! #RunTJM

Gang Show 184 - Shae Duff

September 30, 2022 15:12 - 2 hours - 134 MB

Join Scotty, Mandi, Eddie, Kat and TJM Superfan Shae Duff for Ten Junk Miles in which we discuss: what's new with Shae, laying on a bed of nails, ride waitresses, Scotty's Birthday, Boston adding a nonbinary division, the cancellation of the Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon, Vol State, Patreons, and much much more!! Brought to you by UCAN.  Fuel smarter.  Use the code TENJUNKMILES 20% off: https://ucan.co Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles ...

Meet the Nation Members 185 - Art Arnold

September 26, 2022 18:33 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MB

Meet Nation Member Art Arnold!! #RunTJM

Long Run 177 - John Kelly

September 23, 2022 14:48 - 2 hours - 191 MB

Take a long run with Scotty and ultra- legend John Kelly.  they discuss his life in running, where he gets his drives and motives from, Barkley, Fell Racing, 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://twitter.com/tenjunkmiles Instagram: https://www.instagr...

Meet the Nation 184 - Jason Hawen

September 19, 2022 13:52 - 24 minutes - 22 MB

Meet nation member Jason Hawen! #RunTJM  

Gang Show 183 - Denise Sauriol Returns (2022)

September 16, 2022 14:55 - 2 hours - 114 MB

Join Scotty, Holly, Mandi, Eddie and the return of Denise, "the Marathon Whisperer" Sauriol for Ten Junk Miles in which they discuss: What Denise has been up to, their favorite things, Where is the Deadpool?  Hidden Gem races, nazis, Rabies, Speakers, Hills to die on....and much mush more!! Buy some Long Run Coffee!! https://www.longruncoffee.com We get kickbacks on Athletic Brewing when you buy through this link: https://athleticbrewing.com/collections/beer?irclickid=0IhzkxSUcxyOWjLwU...

Meet the Nation 183 - Lisa Karandanis

September 13, 2022 15:17 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

Meet Nation Member Lisa Karandanis!! Sign up for Last Dot Standing here: https://urultra.com/races/last-dot-standing-48-and-24-hour-race-by-ten-junk-miles-racing/ #RunTJM

Long Run 176 - Maria Barton

September 09, 2022 19:46 - 2 hours - 221 MB

Join Scotty and Maria Barton for a long run in which they discuss her life in running, her recent struggles at the Western States 100, her longevity in the running/ultra world, the races that she loves, her 200 mile experiences, the Minnesota running community, 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 Also brought to you by UCAN.  Fuel smarter.  Use the code TE...

Gang Show 182 - Matthew McMahon

September 02, 2022 16:30 - 2 hours - 204 MB

Join Scotty, Mandi, Kat, Camille (2.0) and Matthew McMahon for ten junk miles in which they discuss the Badger 100 - Matt's finish, Camille and Mandi's WINS and Scotty and kat volunteering all weekend.  Patreon, Reviews, Fireball 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 Also brought to you by UCAN.  Fuel smarter.  Use the code TENJUNKMILES 20% off: https://uca...

MTN 182 - Gio DiDomenico

August 29, 2022 14:11 - 28 minutes - 38.5 MB

Meet Nation Member Gio DiDomenico!!  #RunTJM Learn more about samhsa here: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/988/faqs  

Long Run 175 - Christopher McDougal and Born to Run 2

August 26, 2022 16:14 - 1 hour - 156 MB

Join Scotty and New York Times best-selling author Christopher McDougall for Ten Junk Miles in which they discuss, Chris's life in running, his path to ultra, the legacy of Born to Run and his new book "Born to Run 2."   Order Born to Run 2 here:https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/717120/born-to-run-2-by-christopher-mcdougall-and-eric-orton/?ref=PRH9501E2E1E407&aid=26436&linkid=PRH9501E2E1E407  This episode brought to you by Dri-Seats.  Use the code TJM20 and get 20% off now.  you k...

MTN 181 Michael Clayton

August 22, 2022 14:09 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MB

Meet nation member Michael Clayton. Run TJM!!

Gang Show 181 - Rachel Ingle Returns! (Shots)

August 19, 2022 14:42 - 3 hours - 274 MB

Join Scotty, Holly, Eddie, Kat and former host/current guest Rachel Ingle for Ten Junk Miles, during which we discuss: what Rachel's been up to, the Crazy Mountain 100, The Badger through the lense of Hollywood aid station and Eddie making up his own course, what to do in lightning, Kids and money, underrated snacks, and much much more!! This episode brought to you in part by the Revel Big Bear Marathon and Half.  Use the Code TENJUNKMILES for 10% off here: https://www.runrevel.com/rbb A...

MTN 180 - Jessica Gibson

August 15, 2022 13:55 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB

Meet nation member Jessica Gibson!! #RunTJM

Long run 174 - Nita Sweeney - Depression Hates a Moving Target

August 12, 2022 16:09 - 2 hours - 237 MB

Join Scotty and author, ultramarathoner and dog enthusiast Nita Sweeney for a long run in which they discuss her book "Depression Hates a Moving Target," her life in running, which started at the age of 50! Of course, their dogs, and anything else that came up!  A cool discussion not to be missed. Buy her book here: https://www.amazon.com/Depression-Hates-Moving-Target-Running-ebook/dp/B08RW78HS6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2AGGYKGUQJ5B8&keywords=nita+Sweeney+depression&qid=1660320367&sprefix=nita+sw...

Meet the Nation 180 - Chris Meyers

August 08, 2022 21:31 - 17 minutes - 24.1 MB

Meet Nation member Chris Myers! Contact Celebrate Every Step for some hypnosis! https://celebrateeverystep.com    

Gang Show 180 - Lynn Mellantine - aka Scotty's Sister

August 05, 2022 17:44 - 2 hours - 144 MB

Join Scotty, Holly, Kerri, Angela and Lynn Mellantine (Scotty's sister and Ten Junk Miles Racing Announcer) for ten junk miles in which they discuss: Lynn's life and starting running at 50, being Scotty's sister, Holly and kerri's run at Silver Rush, DNS'ing, Olivia Newton John, a Dells Trip, RD reputations, Astrid the dog, and much much more!! This episode brought to you by UCAN!!!  Use the code TENJUNKMILES for 20% off now!!!! Also brought to you by UCAN.  Fuel smarter.  Use the code T...

Long Run 173 - Linda Dieckhoff

July 27, 2022 13:18 - 2 hours - 114 MB

Join Scotty, Linda Dieckoff, Megan Landstine and Holly McIntyre for a long run in which they discuss Linda's Unreasonable ride down Route 66 to raise money for Team in Training's fight against cancer.  Hear the inspiration, the story of the ride, and much much more!! Kick a few bucks to the fuindraiser here: https://pages.lls.org/tnt/snv/ambbr23/LDieckhoff Join the FB Group to see the updates! https://www.facebook.com/groups/898003161099347/?ref=share_group_link Instagrams from her rid...

Long Run 172 - Colin O'Brady

July 27, 2022 13:04 - 1 hour - 83.9 MB

Join Scotty and one of the most fascinating explorers of our time, Colin O'Brady for a long run in which we discuss his story and his new book the 12 Hour Walk.   Also by XOskin!  Get some of that runderwear now!!  Use the code TJM for 10% off!! www.xoskin.us Buy the 12 Hour Walk here: https://www.amazon.com/12-Hour-Walk-Invest-Conquer-Unlock/dp/1982133163/ref=sr_1_3?crid=FRPFDDLG8L9D&keywords=the+12+hour+walk&qid=1658927305&sprefix=the+12+hour+walk%2Caps%2C82&sr=8-3 Colin's other boo...

Meet the Nation 178 - Blaine Kristo

July 25, 2022 21:26 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

Meet Blaine Kristo #RunTJM PS: The B52's video I'm referencing is here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBRr_TqLDf4 Key scene at 50 seconds in.  Yes, I know I got the song wrong.

Gang Show 179 - Azam Poulatov

July 22, 2022 11:38 - 2 hours - 157 MB

Join Scotty, Holly, Kat and special guest Azam Poulatov for Ten Junk Miles in which we discuss: What Azam has been up to, Kat and Azam at Bighorn, Western States and its coverage, Blindness, Elictric Scooters, Some Oak-A-Palooza fallout, Abortion, Guns, Soda Flavors, and much much more!!! This episode brought to you by Arcteryx Chicago!!  Get all the stuff you know you need to face the elements and the best running gear here: https://stores.arcteryx.com/chicagobucktown#/?zoom=15&lat=41.91...

Meet the Nation 177 - Todd Good

July 18, 2022 13:53 - 28 minutes - 38.6 MB

Meet Nation Member Todd Good!! Special thanks to Correct Toes!!  Get some here:  Mention Ten Junk Miles and get 10% off: https://correcttoes.com  

Long Run 171 - Ken Krueger - RD of Arrowhead 135

July 15, 2022 14:52 - 2 hours - 201 MB

Join Scotty and Arrowhead 135 Race Director Ken Krueger for a long run in which they discuss: his life in running, his love for the Arrowhead 135, taking on the RD duties, his accomplishments as an endurance athelete, and much, much more! And finally from Path Projects...order that sweet new TJM hat here: https://pathprojects.com Also brought to you by UCAN.  Fuel smarter.  Use the code TENJUNKMILES 20% off: https://ucan.co Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/ Patreon: https://www.p...

Meet the Nation 176 - Matt Weible

July 13, 2022 22:05 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MB

Meet Nation Member Matt Weible!! Also, go check out SeeYouONTheTrail and buy some stuff!!  Discount Code AWESOME for 20% off: https://www.etsy.com/shop/seeyouonthetrail//

Gang Show 178 - Oak-A-Palooza

July 09, 2022 01:07 - 2 hours - 117 MB

Join Scotty, Oak Miller and Steven Tursi discuss Oak-A-Palooza.  An insane running asnd eating day set in two cities.  We also discuss other stuff. Also by XOskin!  Get some of that runderwear now!!  Use the code TJM for 10% off!! www.xoskin.us Also brought to you by Dri-seats!!  Use the Code TJM20 to get 20% off your first order. Stop letting funky people smell up your car. Order here: https://www.dri-seats.com (Hint: get two). Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/ Patreon: https://...

Meet the Nation 175 - Scott Kummer

July 05, 2022 15:48 - 16 minutes - 30.1 MB

Meet Nation Member Scott Kummer!! Learn all about and register for the Fire Tower Races here: https://firetowertrailraces.com/race-details/course-description/100k-50k/

Jennifer Shultis and Richard Benoit - Long Run 170 - The Western States DNOF

July 01, 2022 04:08 - 1 hour - 157 MB

Join Scotty, Jennifer Shultis and Richard Benoit.  Jennifer finished the 2022 Western States 100 a little more than two minutes after the cutoff.  Hear the story of how she overcame a uncurable cancer disanosis and let it fly to get back running and meet her husband, pacer and competition in all things ultra.  A really cool story of a moment that captures all of your hearts. Watch her finish: starting around 9 hours (near the end): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0ijs7x1c8U Scotty's art...

Meet the Nation 174 - Andrew Reinwand

June 27, 2022 13:32 - 25 minutes - 46.9 MB

Meet Nation Member Andrew Reinwand!! More details on the NobelTech 5k in Downers Grove!! https://www.nobletecllc.com/first-annual-nobletec-5k-race-1m-walk/  

Gang Show 177 - Edna Jackeline Vasquez Nunez

June 24, 2022 17:07 - 2 hours - 133 MB

Join Scotty, Eddie, Mandi and returning guest Edna Jackeline Vasquez Nunez for ten junk miles in which they discuss: what's new with Edna, her fitness center, her book "The Races of My life," having an impact on the community, Running the 4Deserts, status update on the Badger Trail Races, Western States 100, Mail, and much much more!!! Theis episode brought to you in part by Arcteryx Chicago!!  You need quality gear for the elements.  And this is where you get it:  Also brought to you by...

Meet the Nation 173 - Elissa Nyer

June 20, 2022 13:59 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Meet Nation Member Elissa Nyer! #RunTJM This episode brought to you by the Portland Marathon!!  use the code TENJUNKMILES for 10% off your entry to this beauty of a race!!

Henry Ward - Long Run 169

June 17, 2022 14:54 - 2 hours - 238 MB

Take a long run with Henry Ward fresh off his completion of the Cocadona 250, he and Scotty discuss his race, his struggles with alcohol, his transformation into an ultra runner and his new book "Running Without the Devil" (Link below). Want to hear more of Henry's story?  Here's his book: https://www.amazon.com/Running-Without-Devil-alcoholic-addiction-ebook/dp/B0916FJY2Y And a link to his charity: https://runningwithoutthedevil.com Also brought to you by UCAN.  Fuel smarter.  Use th...

Kettle Moraine Special - 2022

June 13, 2022 18:28 - 2 hours - 220 MB

join Scotty, Holly, Robyn Poops Magoots Grapa, Robin Samplainer and Tiffany Turtle Anderson for Ten Junk Miles live from their Kettle Moraine 100 Aid Station where they discuss: Scotty's vacation, the Sugar Badger, who they would like to be sponsored by, and much, much more. This episode brought to you by Correcttoes! https://www.correcttoes.com/shop.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjwwJuVBhCAARIsAOPwGAQ5ArmRRr3iVNQ_5JvgW2u5GTUzeSpsfLW77OS3VW0ypNnDBIVjxrkaAg94EALw_wcB This episode also brought to you b...

Meet the Nation 172 - Rich Fela

June 13, 2022 14:30 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

Meet Nation Member Rich Fela!! Buy some of that xoskin here with the code TJM for 10% off!! https://www.xoskin.us  

Karen Sparks - Long Run 168

June 03, 2022 10:15 - 2 hours - 234 MB

Take a ten mile run with Scotty and Karen Sparks.  Karen suffered an unspeakable tragedy and she runs to remember and overcome. Sight up for her run here: https://runsignup.com/Race/TX/McKinney/LoveNeverEnds?remMeAttempt&fbclid=IwAR1liEsQqwLZWYxvJsn7tBBKdUWl0idXvW0_4GWy0qJZAlsPurjzhiGwZjE Donate to her charity here: https://thegreatrootmovement.com/donate This episode brought to you by the Revel Portland Marathon!  Use the code TENJUNKMILES for $10 off: https://www.portlandmarathon.co...

The Run Show Special - with Dean Karnazes and Jacky Hunt-Broresma

May 25, 2022 20:46 - 1 hour - 96.7 MB

Join Scotty and Mandi and learn all about the run show Chicago with takes place June 4-5 at the DES Convention center in Rosemont, Illinois (just outside Chicago).  We chat with the CEO Mike Seaman as well as Dean Karnazes and Jacky Hunt-Broersma!! Get your FREE ticket with the code tenjunk here: https://runshowusa.com/chicago/ Get Dean's book "The Runner's High" here: https://www.amazon.com/Runners-High-My-Life-Motion/dp/0062955500/ref=pd_bxgy_img_sccl_1/142-7559462-4569357?pd_rd_w=QBe...

Meet the Nation 171 - Oscar Delgado

May 25, 2022 19:58 - 31 minutes - 29 MB

Meet Nation Member Oscar Delgado! #RunTJM  

Meet the Nation 170 - Ron Anderson

May 23, 2022 22:20 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MB

Meet Nation Member Ron Anderson!! Sign up for a virtual challenge to benefit ALS and remember John Godinet here: https://www.facebook.com/summerofjohnvirtualchallenge/ #RunTJM

Meet the Nation 169 - Steven Dence

May 23, 2022 13:12 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MB

Meet Nation Member Steven Dence!! This episode brought to you in part by our friends at Correct Toes!  We're trying the product out...you can too with free shipping if you use the discount code TJMnation.  Buy them here!: https://www.correcttoes.com

Sugar Badger 50/50 Special - 2022

May 21, 2022 19:19 - 1 hour - 24.8 MB

Join Scotty, Holly, Mandi and Eddie for a special live recording at Arcteryx Chicago where they discuss the upcoming sugar Badger 50/50 and all things related!! Brought to you by Johnny O's PIzza!! Order some here: https://www.jonnyospizzeria.com Also brought to you by UCAN.  Use the code tenjunkmiles for a discount here:   https://ucan.co/tenjunkmiles/ And finally from Path Projects...order that sweet new TJM hat here: https://pathprojects.com Buy Denise's book here: https://www.am...

MTN 168 Audrey Sparks

May 16, 2022 18:26 - 30 minutes - 41.4 MB

Meet Nation Member Audrey Sparks!! Get you some xoskin!!! https://www.xoskin.us Use the code TJM for 15% off Be like Oak Miller!!

Meet the Listeners 12

May 13, 2022 20:38 - 2 hours - 143 MB

Join Scott W. Kummer, Holly Lindroth, Kerri Maess and Ed Pedroza as they call crazy listeners and ask them questions and chat generally. This is a live call-in show. beware. NSFW. This episode brought to you by XOSKIN! Take Eddie's word for it....solve all chafing problems here now:https://www.xoskin.us This episode also brought to you by Dri-Seats Waterproof Seat Covers. Stop letting funky people smell up your car. Order here: https://www.dri-seats.com Donate to David Hale's Judge ca...

Meet the Listeners XXII

May 13, 2022 14:46

Join Scotty, Holly, Kerri and Eddie as they call crazy listeners and ask them questions and chat generally.  This is a live call-in show.  beware.  NSFW. This episode brought to you by XOskin!  Take Eddie's word for it....solve all chafing problems here now:https://www.xoskin.us This episode also brought to you by Dri-Seats.  Stop letting funky people smell up your car.  Order here: https://www.dri-seats.com Donate to David Hale's Judge campaign here: Venmo: @DavidHale4Judge Mail che...

Meet the Nation 167 Holly Lindroth

May 09, 2022 14:42 - 28 minutes - 38.6 MB

Meet Nation Member Holly Lindroth!! Sign up for Revel Big Cottonwood here with the code TENJUNKMILES: https://www.runrevel.com/bcm

Long Run 167 - Ken Michal

May 06, 2022 15:28 - 3 hours - 256 MB

Join Scotty and Ken Michal for a long run in which they discuss his life in running, the Running Stupid Podcast, vintage pop music, the HURT 100 and much, much, more! Check out Running Stupid Here: https://runningstupid.libsyn.com This episode brought to you by Trail Transformation!!  Get some coaching, mention TJM and get 10% off!  More here: https://www.trailtransformation.com Join us for a Sugar Badger shakeout Run May 21st at 9 am.  Arcteryx Chicago - 1630 N. Damen!! Try some UCA...

MTN 166 - Sarah Sjomeling

May 02, 2022 13:30 - 20 minutes - 27.9 MB

Meet Nation member Sarah Sjomeling!  #RunTJM Signup for Revel Rockies and get a marathon PR now!! https://www.runrevel.com/rdv Sign up for the SOFA 988 5K here: https://runsignup.com/Race/WI/Oconomowoc/SOFA Sugar Badger Shakeout Run! : https://www.facebook.com/events/732772038132785    

Long Run 166 - Lydia Rios

April 29, 2022 12:45 - 2 hours - 209 MB

Take a long run with the inspirational Lydia Rios!  She discusses the adversity life has thrown at her and how running has changed her life, how she discovered ultras, her journey all the way to 200 miles and the struggles of raising special needs kids.  This is a very emotional and inspirational woman!! This episode brought to you by Dri-Seats!  Listen for a special 20% off code and then go buy TWO dri-Seats (you'll thanks us) at: https://www.dri-seats.com This episode also brought to y...

Meet the Nation 165 - Rebecca Joyner

April 25, 2022 13:24 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

Meet Nation Member Rebecca Joyner!! Support Girls on the Run here: https://www.girlsontherun.org  

Gang show 175 - Ben Dicke and Emily Luhrs

April 22, 2022 15:05 - 3 hours - 272 MB

Join Scotty, Kerri, Holly and Ultrarunning (and theatre) powercouple Ben Dicke and Emily Luhrs, fresh off the Potawatomi 50 for Ten Junk Miles in which we discuss their lives, being a running couple, musical theatre, the Queen, John Waite, the Passsing of Dovi, reasons to DNF, FOMO and much much more! This episode brought to you in part by our friends at Correct Toes!  We're trying the product out...you can too with free shipping if you use the discount code TJMnation.  Buy them here!: htt...

Meet the Nation 164 - Genifer Rishel

April 18, 2022 14:39 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Meet Nation Member Genifer Rishel!! Get coaching from Denise the Marathon Whisperer!!: https://www.run-for-change.com Check out the Mount Shasta Rail Trail: https://www.greatshastarailtrail.org

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