Buckleheads Podcast

Welcome to the Buckleheads podcast. Hosted by Brian Gillaspie and Devin Nelson. We are talking to and interviewing everyone we can seek out about all things running throughout the midwest, from race directors to back of the packers, from race winners to volunteers. We love this sport and we know there are so many people throughout the midwest with stories to tell and info to share join us as we take a run on this journey.

Buckleheads Podcast is a health podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 91 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts Buckleheads Podcast, a health show with 91 episodes published.

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  Episode 91 - Dustin Birdsong

  Sep 11, 20261h 9m

  Episode 91! We have Dustin Birdsong , who is also the new RD for the KUS 6/12/24 Hour Run . We talk about Dustin's mindset with dnfs, how he got into running as a kid, and even falling out of running for a long time, being in a dark spot in life, and how running and signing up for races really helped digging himself out. We also talk how Dustin got into race directing, the new course and new direction for one of Kansas Ultrarunners' Society staple races. We have a discount code for 10% off KUS 6/12/24 "BHPod10" November 14-15, 2026. Flatrock 50k - September 26th, 2026. KUS Calendar Heartland 100 October 9-11 ⁠⁠⁠KUS 6/12/24 Hour Run - November 14 - 15, 2026 | Register Now Rockin' Chair Running Company ⁠⁠⁠Kansas Rails-to-Trails - October 24, 2026 | Register Now⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Prairie Spirit Trail | Ottawa, United States | Mar 27, 2027 (Sat)

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  Episode 90 - Chance Thackston

  Sep 4, 20261h 34m

  Welcome back! We are now on episode 90! We are joined by Chance Thackston. Chance lives in Abilene, Kansas and he is now a finsher of the Leadville 100. He also finished Cocodona 250 earlier this year. In the episode, we also talk how he got into ultras and immediately gravitated towards the big races. We also talk about his DNF at leadville in 2025 and how coming back and finishing with his family was life changing. Thanks for listening. Please like, comment, and subscribe. Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll See You Out There. Flatrock 50k - September 26th, 2026. KUS Calendar Heartland 100 October 9-11 ⁠⁠⁠KUS 6/12/24 Hour Run - November 14 - 15, 2026 | Register Now Rockin' Chair Running Company ⁠⁠Kansas Rails-to-Trails - October 24, 2026 | Register Now⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Prairie Spirit Trail | Ottawa, United States | Mar 27, 2027 (Sat)

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  Episode 89 - Daniel Herbert - ReRun Endurance

  Aug 28, 20261h 19m

  Welcome back! In episode 89 of the ATT Pod, we are joined by Daniel Herbert of ReRun Endurance. I originally met Daniel while we were both running Eternal in 2025. We dive into back yard ultras, as well as how Daniel was a collegiate runner and later getting into ultras. Daniel is now a full time running coach with ReRun Endurance. If you are interested in what ReRun has to offer, click the link and schedule a call. https://rerunendurance.com/ This was a great conversation and i cant wait to see what the future has in store for him! Please share the episode and subscribe. Discount code for Heartland - 'Summer26' Go Outside and Get After It! KUS Calendar Heartland 100 October 9-11 ⁠⁠⁠KUS 6/12/24 Hour Run - November 14 - 15, 2026 | Register Now Rockin' Chair Running Company Kansas Rails-to-Trails - October 24, 2026 | Register Now Prairie Spirit Trail | Ottawa, United States | Mar 27, 2027 (Sat)

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  Episode 88 - Cole Gardiner

  Aug 14, 20261h 25m

  Welcome back! Episode 88! We have Cole Gardiner. Cole is a Southwest Kansas Native who has run many ultras and 100 milers, many of which are in the mountains, including recently, The Summit 200! In this episode, we talk about Coles upbringing in the cattle industry working on their family ranch, how work, family, life all is intertwined in a rural small town, and running long distances is a way to really challenge yourself and learn life lessons. We also talk about his first 100 miler being Bighorn 100 in Wyoming, The Summit 200, and even him participating in Unbound Gravel with Team Beef. Please share the episode and subscribe. Discount code for Heartland - 'Summer26' Go Outside and Get After It! KUS Calendar Heartland 100 October 9-11 ⁠⁠KUS 6/12/24 Hour Run - November 14 - 15, 2026 | Register Now

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  Episode 87 - Audrey Hambright

  Aug 6, 20261h 16m

  New name! Same amazing guests. All The Things Podcast! On this first episode of the new rendition of the podcast, we have Audrey Hambright. Audrey is from Manhattan and she is just off the heels of finishing the Cascade Crest 100 in Washington. Audrey has also finished High Lonesome and we discuss both races, as well as how she got into ultra running. Her story is inspiring, and shes looking to add more females to Hardrock! Lets Go! Please, share the podcast, the name, and the content we release to get the word out! Shout out to Shay for the new logo! Run Happy. Train Hard. We'll See You Out There. KUS Calendar Heartland 100 October 9-11 ⁠KUS 6/12/24 Hour Run - November 14 - 15, 2026 | Register Now

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