The Ultra Stories Podcast Podcast

The Ultra Stories Podcast

Human Potential LLC
Ultra Stories is brought to you by The Human Potential Running Series, Colorado's largest series of ultra marathons. Ultra Stories strives to tell the stories that we get to share on the trails while running together, but don't get to hear in our everyday lives. These are the stories that magazines, or online running media channels, never tell. We find every runner's story fascinating; regardless of where you finish the race; we want to hear the stories that dare you to dream it, move you to do it, and will you to experience it. The Ultra Stories Podcast focuses on telling the unique stories of those individuals who face and overcome adversity through the sport of ultra. It is a celebration of the sport by telling the personal stories of those who participate, and dare to discover their own Human Potential.
Ultra Stories - Episode 140: Your Voice Matters, It's Your Turn
In this episode of The Ultra Stories Podcast, host John Lacroix signs off for the remainder of the summer. Before he goes, a quick review of what we've discussed on the show and how it's now your turn to let your collective voices be heard.. or not.. and the impact it will have on the direction of our sport.
Jul 20, 2021
56 min
Ultra Stories - Episode 139: Kim Levinsky Race Director of Sassquad Trail Running
In this episode, Ultra Stories host John Lacroix talks with Kim Levinsky. Kim is the founder and race director of Sassquad Trail Running in New Jersey. In this episode the two continue the conversation on ethics, how race directors can work together, and more about Kim's personal journey through ultra running and race directing.
Jul 7, 2021
58 min
Ultra Stories - Episode 138: What Matters More, The Human? Or The Race?
In this episode, Ultra Stories host John Lacroix talks about Gender Identity in Ultramarathon running. He also details the expanded gender policies at The Human Potential Running Series, and your obligation to stand up for what is fair and just in our community.
Jun 29, 2021
1 hr 13 min
Ultra Stories - Episode 137: Continuing The Discussion On Ethics
In this episode, Ultra Stories hosts Eric Chrisman and John Lacroix continue the discussion on ultrarunning's ethical dilemma. In this episode Eric and John talk about what race directors and runners can do to improve their ethical approach to putting on, and running in, Ultras.
Jun 23, 2021
1 hr
Ultra Stories - Episode 136: Ultrarunning's Struggle With Being Ethical
In this episode, Ultra Stories host John Lacroix continues to addresses fallout from tragedy at a China ultramarathon. In this conversation we provide what should be ethical best practices of both race directors, and runners, and explore what HPRS has done and will continue to do towards the ethical production of events.
Jun 9, 2021
57 min
Ultra Stories - Episode 135: The Risk Management Changes Ultra Needs
In this episode, Ultra Stories hosts Eric Chrisman and John Lacroix continue the discussion on risk management in ultrarunning. In this episode Eric and John talk about what race directors can do to improve their risk management protocols, and what runner's can do to hold themselves more accountable with their race prep.
Jun 2, 2021
1 hr 3 min
Ultra Stories - Episode 134: The China Tragedy and a Reality Check Stateside
In this episode, Ultra Stories host John Lacroix addresses the tragedy at a China ultramarathon, and the ramifications a tragedy such as this would have if it had occurred here. John's statement on the tragedy is followed by continued in depth conversation about our responsibilities in accountability as ultra participants and ultra organizers, in our "extreme" sport.
May 27, 2021
1 hr 13 min
Ultra Stories - Episode 133: The Ironman/UTMB Deal & Ultra Money
In this episode, Ultra Stories host John Lacroix discusses why The Human Potential Running Series will no longer host UTMB Qualifiers, and the new partnership between UTMB & Ironman. Then, he welcomes special guest Emily Royal to the show as they discuss the realities regarding the business of Ultra, and how some RDs are price gouging already.
May 19, 2021
1 hr 23 min
Ultra Stories - Episode 132: Exploring Community With Eugene Kim
In this episode, Ultra Stories hosts Eric Chrisman and John Lacroix welcome Eugene Kim to the show. As a leader for The November Project, Eugene is uniquely qualified to continue the conversation on community.
Apr 27, 2021
1 hr 2 min
Ultra Stories - Episode 131: The Intricacies of the Ultra Community
In this episode, Ultra Stories hosts Eric Chrisman and John Lacroix continue their discussion on community. Join John and Eric as we dive deeper into the intricacies of the ultra community, and how leaders and members of our communities play a role in shaping culture.
Apr 22, 2021
1 hr 26 min
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