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by Lewis Hayden and Mitch Brouwer
The I Don't Know Running podcast is about how we're all learning to run in some way or another. Whether you're just starting to run a mile or you've ran 100's of marathons and are now in the ultra world, this is for you. We all continue to learn and have something to share. So join us in the discussion and help us make everyone's running experience better. We will talk about our experiences, your experiences, gear, races, and much more.
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- 2 weeks ago30 min
6:30 Means RUNNING! | The Unwritten Rules of Running Together | Episode 222
Send us Fan Mail If a group run starts at 6:30 AM, what does that actually mean? Are your shoes tied, GPS connected, and feet moving at 6:30 sharp? Or is 6:30 just the time everyone starts rolling into the parking lot, looking for their hydration vest, hitting the bathroom, and finishing breakfast? In this episode of The I Don’t Know Running Podcast, we’re talking about punctuality, running etiquette, and all the unwritten rules that come with running with other people. We get into the chr...
- Oct 4, 202634 min
South Dakota, State #48, and a Finish Line Beer Scare | Episode 221
Send us Fan Mail South Dakota, State #48, and a Finish Line Beer Scare It took three years to finally get to South Dakota. Between weather cancellations, injuries, health issues, deferrals, and travel problems, this race had already turned into a story long before the starting line. Then race day actually happened. And of course it came with bad food-truck decisions, confusing race logistics, camera issues, chafing, a surprisingly humid morning, and a finish line beer that was almost take...
- Sep 20, 202623 min
The T-Rex vs. The Whimpy: When Race Day Plans Fall Apart | Epidsode 220
Send us Fan Mail We had a plan: two runners, two cameras, and 10 brutal miles on the legendary T-Rex trail. Then reality showed up. Between Lewis’s nagging knee, an Achilles that still isn’t quite right, and training that didn’t exactly go according to plan, the T-Rex 10 Miler suddenly seemed like a pretty bad idea. So we did the only logical thing. We signed up for the 4.2-mile race called… **The Whimpy.** In this episode, we talk about the pre-race negotiations, why we finally decided ...
- Aug 23, 202636 min
Where Are Runners Actually Supposed to Run? | Episode 219
Send us Fan Mail Where are runners actually supposed to run? The sidewalk keeps you away from cars—but it’s uneven, cracked, and sometimes feels like it’s actively trying to trip you. The road is smoother—but now you’re sharing space with distracted drivers. Single-track trails are beautiful—but roots, rocks, and technical terrain bring their own risks. And multi-use paths seem like the perfect solution… until a cyclist blows past without warning. In this episode of the **I Don’t Know Runni...
- Aug 9, 202623 min
When Race Day Goes Hilariously Wrong | Episode 218
Send us Fan Mail You train for months. You survive the race. You cross the finish line, grab your medal...and discover you're officially a FINSHER. Yep. Missing the "I." And somehow, that's only the beginning. This week on the I Don't Know Running Podcast, we're diving into some of the funniest, strangest, and most unbelievable race-day mistakes we've seen. We're talking about thousands of misspelled finisher medals, runners getting medals featuring the wrong city, marketing ideas that probab...
- Aug 2, 202629 min
Hardrock vs. Western States: Which 100-Miler Deserves the Crown? | Episode 217
Send us Fan Mail Western States gets the attention, the massive lottery numbers, the elite fields, and the biggest spotlight in ultrarunning. But does that actually make it the greatest 100-mile race—or is Hardrock the more demanding, more exclusive, and more unforgettable challenge? In this episode, we compare two of the most iconic races in the sport. We break down the entry process, lottery demand, field sizes, altitude, elevation gain, course records, and the completely different experie...
- Jul 19, 202626 min
I Thought This Marathon Was Going to Be a Disaster | Episode 216
Send us Fan Mail Marathon #180 is complete... and somehow it turned into one of the most memorable races yet. After months of medical setbacks, almost no training, and serious doubts heading into Alaska, I was convinced this was going to be another difficult marathon. Instead, the Mayor's Marathon in Anchorage became a reminder that running isn't always about fitness or finishing times. Sometimes it's about adapting. Sometimes it's about the people you meet. And sometimes it's about simply ...
- Jul 5, 202627 min
Western States 100 Just Changed Ultrarunning Forever | Episode 215
Send us Fan Mail The 2026 Western States 100 wasn't just another edition of America's most iconic ultramarathon—it completely rewrote the history books. Jim Walmsley's legendary course record that many thought might stand for years? Gone. Courtney Dauwalter's iconic women's record? Gone too. Four men ran faster than the previous course record. Jennifer Lichter became the fastest woman in Western States history in her very first 100-mile race. Meanwhile, trail-running legends Jim Walmsley a...
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