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Iram Leon: Zilker Relays
Jun 12, 2026
36m 35s
Andrew Onermaa: Doom
May 28, 2026
1h 15m 21s
Building (and Rebuilding) GP-81 with Cliff Simanski
Mar 4, 2026
29m 49s
The Strip is Closed (And No One Is Winning)
Feb 14, 2026
22m 26s
Tim Tollefson: Trail Fest & The Mammoth
Nov 13, 2025
1h 03m 57s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/12/26 | ![]() Iram Leon: Zilker Relays✨ | race directingrunning events+3 | Iram Leon | Austin Runners Club | Austin | Iram LeonZilker Relays+5 | — | 36m 35s | |
| 5/28/26 | ![]() Andrew Onermaa: Doom✨ | bikepackingultra-endurance events+3 | Andrew Onermaa | Trials of Miles Racing LLC | Ozarks | bikepackingunsupported race+5 | — | 1h 15m 21s | |
| 3/4/26 | ![]() Building (and Rebuilding) GP-81 with Cliff Simanski✨ | climbingbusiness model+3 | Cliff Simanski | GP-81 | — | climbing gymbusiness model+5 | — | 29m 49s | |
| 2/14/26 | ![]() The Strip is Closed (And No One Is Winning)✨ | Formula 1Las Vegas+4 | Alan Snel | LVSportsbiz.com | Las Vegas | Formula 1Las Vegas+3 | — | 22m 26s | |
| 11/13/25 | ![]() Tim Tollefson: Trail Fest & The Mammoth✨ | trail runningrace management+3 | Tim Tollefson | Trail FestMammoth 200+2 | — | trail runningMammoth 200+6 | — | 1h 03m 57s | |
| 11/7/25 | ![]() Dave and Cooper: Bucket List Events✨ | bucket list eventsmarathons+3 | Dave | — | — | bucket listNYC Marathon+5 | — | 47m 52s | |
| 10/30/25 | ![]() Matias Saari: Mount Marathon✨ | race organizationmountain running+4 | Matias Saari | — | AlaskaSeward | Mount MarathonAlaska+5 | — | 39m 27s | |
| 10/23/25 | ![]() Finn Melanson: Singletrack✨ | race directingtrail running+4 | Finn Melanson | SingletrackTrials of Miles Racing LLC | — | Finn MelansonSingletrack podcast+4 | — | 1h 03m 26s | |
| 10/15/25 | ![]() Cherie Yanek: Burning Man 50K✨ | ultramarathonevent organization+4 | Cherie Yanek | Burning Man 50K | playa | Burning Man 50Kultramarathon+5 | — | 36m 05s | |
| 10/7/25 | ![]() Michael Krajicek: Atreyu✨ | entrepreneurshiprunning+3 | Michael Krajicek | Atreyu Running | — | Atreyu RunningMichael Krajicek+3 | — | 1h 03m 35s | |
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| 10/1/25 | ![]() Jeff Merrill: Portland Track✨ | track and fieldstorytelling+3 | Jeff Merrill | Portland TrackBrooks Beasts | — | track and fieldstorytelling+3 | — | 1h 00m 35s | |
| 9/25/25 | ![]() Cole Townsend: Running Supply | In this episode, Cooper Knowlton sits down with Cole Townsend, writer of the Running Supply newsletter, which covers the intersection of running and fashion. They discuss the evolution of the newsletter, the rise of new running brands, and the cultural dynamics shaping running apparel. Cole also shares insights on emerging labels, how pricing influences consumer behavior, and the future trends in the space. The conversation also dives into experiential marketing at running events, the saturation of marathon pop-ups, and Cole’s vision for the future of both his newsletter and the running industry. It's a great conversation and we hope you give it a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 9/18/25 | ![]() Cliff Bosley: BOLDERBoulder | In this episode of The Directors, Cooper Knowlton talks with Cliff Bosley, the race director of the iconic BOLDERBoulder 10K. They discuss the race’s history and growth into one of the largest road races in the country, how BB elevates the professional races, and the challenges and innovations behind managing an event of this scale. Cliff also chats about how the team is preparing for the 50th anniversary and future of one of America's most iconic events. It's a great conversation and hope you give it a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 8/27/25 | ![]() Victor Zeitoune & Austin Lo: The $1 Ultra | In this episode, Cooper Knowlton sits down with Austin Lo and Victor Zeitoune, the creators of the $1 Ultra, an unsanctioned backyard-style ultra they launched in NYC earlier this summer. They break down how the race format works, including its innovative $1 buy-in and prize money structure, and share stories from race day, including how they dealt with the parks department without having a permit. The discussion also dives into how athletes responded to the stripped-down, community-driven concept and what the future might look like for unsanctioned backyard ultras. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 8/22/25 | ![]() Brooks Bash: The Earthy 5000 | On this episode, Cooper sits down with Brooks Bash, founder of Earthy, who’s in the middle of one of the wildest challenges you can imagine: the Earthy 5000. Brooks talks about what the first seven days have looked like, why he decided to take this on, where it’s headed, and the hurdles of trying to sell 5,000 bags of his product. It’s a quick conversation, but a wild ride—give it a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 8/14/25 | ![]() Chris Tolley: The Driveway Series | In this episode, Cooper Knowlton interviews Chris Tolley, the man behind the Driveway Series in Austin, Texas. They discuss the unique aspects of the Driveway Series, including its location, race formats, and community engagement. Chris shares insights into the challenges of promoting cycling events, the barriers to entry for new participants, and the importance of sponsorship and community support. They also explore the potential for integrating running events into the Driveway Series and the inspiration Chris draws from other event series around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 8/1/25 | ![]() Trials of Miles: 2025 Midyear Performance Review | On this episode of The Directors, Dave and Cooper sit down for a midyear review of the Trials of Miles business. From the best moments to the biggest flops, they reflect on what worked, what didn't and everything in-between. The conversation is candid, wide-ranging, and filled with behind-the-scenes insights into what it’s really like running an event company in the endurance space. They also look ahead at what’s coming up for the second half of the year and beyond. Give it a listen and let us know what you think! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 7/2/25 | ![]() Alison Wade: Fast Women | On this episode of The Directors, Cooper sits down with Alison Wade, the voice behind Fast Women, the go-to newsletter and media platform covering women's distance running. They dive into how Fast Women got started, what it takes to build a business around a niche sport, and the realities of running an independent media company in today’s brand-driven landscape. The conversation also touches on the Nike Breaking2 Project, Athlos, and the broader state of the sport today. It’s a wide-ranging, thoughtful conversation and we hope you give it a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 6/25/25 | ![]() Aron D'Souza: The Enhanced Games | On this episode of The Directors, Cooper sits down with Aron D’Souza, President of The Enhanced Games. They dive into what the first edition of the Enhanced Games will look like when it debuts in Las Vegas in 2026, explore the event’s unique business model, and discuss how the track and field competition will be structured. The conversation also covers how the Enhanced Games recruits athletes, its overarching mission, and the issues it aims to address within the Olympic system. It’s a fascinating and thought-provoking episode and we hope you give it a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 6/19/25 | ![]() Ben Rosario: The Marathon Project | On this episode of The Directors, Cooper sits down with Ben Rosario, the former head coach of NAZ Elite and the current director of the Marathon Project, returning this December in Arizona. Ben takes us through the origins of the Marathon Project during the pandemic, why and how version two is taking shape, and how it fits into the bigger picture of pro running leading into the 2028 Olympic Trials. Ben and Cooper also chat about how the stress of coaching compares to the stress of race directing, Ben’s evolving role in the world of pro running, and what’s next in his career. It's a great conversation and we hope you give it a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 6/11/25 | ![]() Abram Dickerson: Aspire Adventure Running | On this episode of The Directors, Cooper sits down with Abram Dickerson, founder and director of Aspire Adventure Running. During the conversation they dive into Abraham's journey building Aspire and exploring how the company blends trail running with immersive backcountry experiences. The conversation also covers the unique challenges of leading multi-day running trips versus traditional races, the business model behind adventure travel, and what it takes to market and sell outdoor experiences. Abe also shares insights into the broader guiding industry and where he sees this niche heading in the years ahead.You can learn more about Aspire Adventure Running here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 6/4/25 | ![]() Peter Abraham: Abraham Content Marketing Studio | On this episode of The Directors, Cooper sits down with Peter Abraham — former CMO of the LA Marathon and founder of Abraham Content Marketing Studio. They talk about the All-American Rejects tour, what running can learn from the world of cycling, the future of livestreaming, the power of storytelling, and how events can better connect with their communities. It’s a wide-ranging conversation full of insight for anyone working in or around the endurance space. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/28/25 | ![]() John Lacroix: The Human Potential Running Series | On this episode of The Directors, Cooper sits down with John LaCroix, the founder and director of the Human Potential Race Series. John shares the origin story behind the series and his path into race directing, offering a unique perspective shaped by two decades in trail and ultrarunning. The conversation covers how the sport of ultrarunning has evolved—from a grassroots community to one increasingly influenced by brands and big business. John doesn’t shy away from addressing some of the sport’s growing pains, including the risks posed by inexperienced race organizers. He also talks about how he maintains optimism in the face of these challenges and what the future holds for both himself and the broader trail community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/21/25 | ![]() David Grass: Faces of Fitness Chicago | In this episode, Cooper chats with David Grass, founder of Faces of Fitness Chicago, a two-day, festival-style event that brings together top studio classes, celebrity instructors, and an immersive wellness experience in the heart of Chicago. David shares the origin story of the festival — where the idea came from, what inspired it, and how it took shape. He also reflects on how the event has evolved over time, including the thinking behind creative decisions like bringing in a major celebrity DJ to headline this year’s lineup. The conversation dives into the business of event production: partnering with brands, navigating sponsorships, envisioning the future of fitness festivals, and managing the unpredictable realities of live events. It’s a great conversation, and we hope you give it a listen.You can learn more about Faces of Fitness Chicago here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/15/25 | ![]() Dave Dressman: Mountain Games | On this episode of The Directors, Cooper sits down with Dave Dressman, the Event Director of the GoPro Mountain Games. They dive into the origin story of this iconic multi-sport festival and the immense challenge of managing 11 adventure sport disciplines and over 30 competitions—including kayaking, running, slackline, DockDogs, rafting, SUP’ing, mountain and road cycling, climbing, fishing, disc golf, and more. Dave shares insights on navigating unpredictable elements like river conditions and weather, the importance of strong partnerships, and how today's economic climate is impacting the world of events.Give the episode a listen and let us know what you think. You can find out more about the GoPro Mountain Games, taking place this year on June 5–8 in Vail, Colorado here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
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