Always entertaining. A lot of opinionated yet unpretentious commentary on the world of running. I’m looking forward to meeting you all at the Badger!

Great mix of related to running and related to people too.

Where would my long runs be without my TJM? Nine years ago I could not even run around the block. After completing a C25K (which is the gateway drug to running) I fell in love with running and started increasing my mileage. TJM is my go to for all those double digit runs. Over the years I have laughed, cried, and been inspired by this pod. My goal: fly from California to WI and run my first 50k at the Badger! Keep moving forward!

I started listening because of Kent Cowgill. Then started listening from the beginning because I can’t not. But I just jumped ahead because of Oscar Delgado. Now I’ll go back to where I left off in 2017. Good to hear not much has changed in the next 6-7 years. I think that’s good? I only listened while running for a while, but I’m dealing with some plantar fasciitis so now I’m listening while doing a jigsaw puzzle. I’ll catch up eventually. Oh yeah and I enjoy the show. Relatable, funny and my only issue is when someone starts eating food into the mic 😭. #misophonia Might run St Pats this year. Wonder if that is still a TJM thing. Already signed up for a Ragnar, Run Woodstock and Hungerford. Gotta heal up!

Love this podcast (all types). There are days I am procrastinating going for my run and I just have to say I need to listen to Ten Junk Miles and I am out the door. Thanks Gang and Scott!

Scotty and gang are the best! TJM is a must listen for me on all runs and the countless miles I drive for work. The show is both hilarious and informative, making it the best running podcast out there.

Hi! I have listened and loved this show for years!! Thank you for all of the fun and informative shows through the years!! You mean a lot to me and hope to meet sometime at the Badger!

The show is great for passing the time no matter what it is that you’re doing. It has its serious moments and it has its funny moments and it has its moments that you’re thinking, “Did they just say that?” My favorite episode is when Aaron is talking about using the lambs ear as toilet paper. I hope he knows that lambs ear grows in the Midwest, too. I’m a fairly new listener and just started at the beginning, but I have switched to listening to newer shows just to see what’s going on now, and sorry to hear that Scott is thinking about ending the show. It makes me sad, but luckily I have 700 other already existing shows to listen to. I’m giving four out of five stars because I miss the original gang, including Kat and Corey. I am a trail runner, but not yet an ultra runner, but this show gives me a lot of inspiration and insight as well as the confidence to believe that I am capable of doing a 50 or 100 mile run. Thank you for the entertainment and education.

Scott and the gang make this podcast great! Entertaining and informative!

Great Pod and super inspiring! This podcast has gotten me through a lot of long runs! Lots of laughs to be had! Thank you for all you do for the running community Scotty!

This show has gotten me through injuries, rehabs, DNFs DNDs and even a few successes. I’ve laughed with Scotty & crew, cried and even yelled out a few answers while on the trail. Still trying to find myself but I know you have gotten me closer. -Chris is Growing His Hair Out for Maggie’s Wigs for Kids

Not particularly interesting or informative in terms of ultra trail. Mostly shock jock entertainment about random topics. I’d look elsewhere for useful insights into the sport. Sharp is one of the more insufferable returning guests.

It’s my absolute favorite running podcast. Warning: it may make ultra running seem accessible and fun. At least it did for me.

The TJM podcast is the company you need for that long solo run through the woods. They make you laugh, they make you think, they make you realize we are all in this thing called life together. Hop on their bandwagon, you won’t regret it.

Scotty and his crew are great people and crack me up during gang shows. Never a dull run with Scotty doing interviews or group pods.

Started listening to the show about 2 years ago. I love listening to it when I run. I especally like the gang shows, they keep me laughing. Scott you also do a great job with the long interviews. You have a great style. I hope you go way past mid 2024 with the show. Keep this up for many years. Please.

Funny, entertaining, and real show with a real look at real people who happen to be runners.

Scott Kummer always aims to be your “running friend” in this podcast. Without a doubt does he achieve this in every era of this show. Whether it’s getting to know the average runner, getting to really know all-time elites like Camille or Dusty, or learning who Fappy is, there’s something for anyone vaguely interested in running in this space. Almost every episode has some trinket that will leave you feeling inspired or emboldened, even if it’s just to be yourself in some way, shape or form. Because every episode showcases how individuality is one of the most powerful things anyone can have. Beyond all of that, the community that’s arisen from listeners, shines on its own. Hosts and guests become that parasocial friend that all comes together during the TJM races. The fact that the races alone have become so widely attended, shows just how popular and how high quality this podcast is. And finally, “bonk line, go screw yourself”

I just really love you guys!

The best running podcast, period! Screw your speed workout. It’s all about community with this group. Just love everything about this one

Thank you both for a great conversation

99 times infinity I would rate this podcast a five star. Scottie and the crew are the best. You all helped my laugh again. I’m loving the evolution of the podcast. After listening to current state and the going back to the beginning, I can’t wait to see how you got to where you are! Gang shows are my fav, but I love meeting the nation too, looking forward to truly meeting people in person. Long runs are good too. Thanks for doing this and creating a world where all types of runners are celebrated, you’re the best!

Been listening since the beginning, many other podcasts have come and gone but TJM has stuck around. Not every episode is perfect but they keep me coming back for more.

Thank you! This is more than just a Podcast it truly is a nation and a family. I got to come to come to Badger this year to crew and I felt like I was at a running family reunion! I take you all with me on all of my runs and the hours just fly by. Thanks for all you do!

Five stars.

Update: Episode 30 is my fav so far! Hilarious! Here I am, 2023, listening to all the episodes incorrectly, in chronological order. I’m up to April 2016 and I can’t stop listening because I had to find out about Corey, Aaron and Kat. I understand the change with Corey now. Does Aaron get to run again? Does Kat come back? What about the Mexican girl?? So many questions and I don’t even desire to run an ultra lol but I enjoy listening. I love being introduced to so many amazing people! I hope someone interviews Scotty someday. I can’t wait to hear all about life changes and how the running talk changes through the years - 7 more to go!

Ten Junk Miles is a great podcast to immerse yourself into the squirrel cage minds of trail runners. Whether you are out on a run by yourself of attending to other mundane tasks of daily life, TJM offers a great diversion to feel a connection with trail runners everywhere. Scotty and the gang share stories and good natured banter that will either leave you cringing or laughing. Maybe both. The formats include the gang show, long run interviews and short Meet the Nation shows. All offer depth and breadth within the trail running universe. Aside from Scotty, the cast of characters evolves and changes over time, but listeners will develop a connection and comradery with the players of the day.

THE best runners podcast hands down! Scotty and the TJM crew are an inspiration.

Love the TJM crew and their meandering conversations about running and a million other hilarious topics. A podcast that exemplifies the best that running communities have to offer.

I love this for it's broad topics and that it's not about the metrics of running. It's about all the qualitative things that running brings to people's lives. Scotts interview style is simply amazing and he elicits such interesting and deep stories and information from people that I'm constantly engaged and inspired. No more bob Dylan story please 🤣.

Love listening to my podcast friends

...I think. I mostly run alone, so I don't really know. But if you run, for any distance, give Ten Junk Miles a try. The group is hilarious and obviously are good friends. The podcast isn't overly formal or stuffy and the structure doesn't get in the way of good conversation. It's great and I really enjoy the shows!

Multi formatted podcast to keep you company on your runs. In the Long run episodes, Scott does a great job of the in-depth one on one conversations with a variety of interesting guests. The Chaos of the Gang Show is highly entertaining, at some point you will burst out laughing.

Stumbled across TJM while running 5.4 miles on my 54th birthday. Got hooked and inspired to train to run a full 54 on my own. Couldn't have done it without the conversation, laughter, advice, and inspiration from my podcast friends. Now on to an organized 50 at the Badger! Thanks TJM gang!

Found this podcast during the pandemic and was happy to run solo to be able to listen to more episodes!! Makes you realize any distance is possible and responsible for me achieving my first 50 mile and 100k distances!

This show is great. I find myself listening to past shows over and over again.

Thanks for keeping the laughs coming. - you have convinced this gal from Ohio to leave a review because this content is just so good. Thanks Crew!

These are my people!! They have made me believe that I can do hard things with other awesome people by just moving forward!

I’ve been a listener since the beginning and never miss an episode. The show has come a long way and Scott has emerged as a really good interviewer who I would put up there with some of my favorite NPR hosts. Crazy!

Need a friend for your next long run? Look no further

I always run hard, especially when I listen to Ten Junk Miles.

Ten Junk Miles is a great FREE podcast. Love listening to this show, I ,like Scott, “Love the long ones” haha, Keep up the good work guys. It works to harass the audience in leaving a review. Donna England

Well you finally badgered me into this review 😉 thanks for all the company on the trails and At the great aid stations. Big shout out for the revive at the Hennepin 50 miler. First time 50 and I found out I get just as stupid after 40 miles as all my friends. I had high hopes for hugs and smiles but I needed salt and water more. I probably came in 20 minutes after holly rubbed down that “younger” runner. Keep up all the wonderful work you truly are changing the world one step at a time!

I head out running. My form is bad, my pace slow. Ten Junk Miles is good.

I’ve been tuning into this podcasts for a few weeks now on a daily basis at work. I work midnight shift and don’t interact much with other workers . It makes time go by so quick listening to these stories. I’ve been able to relate to a lot of the topics as a runner. The people are so down to earth and genuine . The all welcome vibe keeps me coming back. Thanks Rupe

When you’ve decided to run that 11 hour race after you’ve been sick for a week and just had to put your dog down, this is the podcast that will keep you moving your feet so that you can meet that stupid goal that sounded like a good idea 6 months ago. You will forget that your feet feel like knives are stabbing them and that you didn’t sleep the night before. You will enjoy the day and find it in you to be pleasant when other runners talk to you. Thank you TJM for the company and the laughs.

This podcast is the closest thing I have to friends.

TJM is the only running related podcast that keeps me fully engaged on long runs. I’ve almost fallen asleep running on some of the more technical pods. Wide variety of subjects and guests. I’ve got know Scott more in-depth through TJM and really appreciate his attitude and what he gives to the running community in so many ways. Thanks from BOR - morning-george

Scotty is awesome.

I’ve been listening to TJM for a few years now and have heard many guest hosts come and go. So many hours of content has helped me get through training. Whether it’s Scott deep diving in a one on one or people shouting over each other during a gang show, I’m grateful for the hours upon hours of company that TJM has given me while I put the miles in. Cheers