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Trails, Tales, and Fails - An Ultra Running Podcast

Welcome to Trails, Tales, and Fails! Dive into the world of ultra running with host Max Stuart, and co-hosts Rob Nugent, and Sarah Page as they discuss tales and fails of ultra running. Each episode features quirky facts, unforgettable guest stories, and plenty of laughs.

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Sep 10, 2026
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  1. Episode · Sep 10, 2026

    Leroy Valentine: Bigfoot 200 (opens the original)

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    Rob and Sarah sit down with UK ultra runner Leroy Valentine after his incredible 88 hours and 7 minutes at Bigfoot 200 in Washington State. Bigfoot 200 is a 200 mile point-to-point trail race through the Cascade Mountains, featuring 44,082 feet of elevation gain, 45,563 feet of descent and a 107-hour cutoff. It's the kind of ultra where running ability is only part of the equation — pacing, nutrition, strength, sleep, feet, mindset and the ability to adapt all become crucial when you're moving t

  2. Episode · Sep 2, 2026

    Sarah Page: UTMB 2026 (opens the original)

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    Fresh back from Chamonix, this week we're bringing you a UTMB special. Sarah joins us to relive her journey around Mont Blanc after finishing UTMB 2026 in 28 hours and 14 minutes, placing 222nd overall, 37th female and joint-second British athlete. We break the race down from start to finish, covering the build-up, race week nerves, the dramatic two-hour weather delay, the electric atmosphere on the course, the highs and lows of a 174km adventure, and the difficult moments around Grand Col Ferre

  3. Episode · Aug 21, 2026

    The Best of Truth or Lie! Susie Chan, Fi Pascall, Holly Stables & More (opens the original)

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    It’s time for the BEST of Truth or Lie! 😂 Over the past 18 months, guests have thrown some seriously questionable statements at us — and now we're bringing together some of our funniest, strangest and most memorable Truth or Lies in one episode. Featuring Debbie Martin-Consani, Fi Pascall, Holly Stables, Susie Chan, Ben O’Connell and Ben Potts , this is a chance to revisit some of the best stories from the podcast and see if you can work out what’s actually true. Expect ridiculous claims, wild u

  4. Episode · Aug 16, 2026

    Mission IN-possible: 100 Ultras in 100 Days | David “Jacko” Jackson (opens the original)

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    What does it actually take to run 50km every single day for 100 days? In this episode, we chat to David “Jacko” Jackson, former professional rugby player, breath coach and the man behind the incredible Mission IN-possible challenge. Jacko is attempting to complete 100 ultramarathons in 100 consecutive days , covering a minimum of 50km every day, while aiming to raise an incredible £1 million for brain injury charities Headway UK and Head for Change. When we spoke to David “Jacko” Jackson on Frid

  5. Episode · Aug 3, 2026

    Lakeland 100 2026 and UTMB Recce Chat (opens the original)

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    This week, we chat about Rob's recent Lakeland 100 finish. From pacing and nutrition to the mental battles that every ultra runner faces. We chat about Sarah's recent UTMB recce, sharing her first impressions of the course, key sections to look out for, and what runners can expect if they're heading to the Alps this summer. Whether you're training for your first ultra, taking on Lakeland 2027, or dreaming of UTMB, there's plenty of chat, race stories and the usual laughs along the way. Don't for

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