515 : The Ultra Podcast: Recent Episodes

Larry Ryan

The best part of attending a 515 distance event is the life-long friendships you leave with. These events attract remarkable athletes from all walks of life and all corners of the globe. 515 invites you into the lives of these people who make up the Ultra family through conversations hosted by Larry Ryan, formerly co-race director of Ultraman Canada. Join us if you are an Ironman with an aspiration toward the 515 distance; if you are a seasoned veteran of Ultratriathlon; or you just want to fill your training hours listening to inspiring stories, about epic events, told by interesting people. There will be plenty of take-aways for your own training and/or your bucket list. For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

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He remembers chatting on the Hawaii bike course and then waking up in a hospital. That missing chapter is the start of an unforgettable story with Ultraman veteran, coach, and Scottyfit.com founder Scott McDermott, whose Kona crash left him with a severe traumatic brain injury, shattered bones, and a recovery that doctors said should not have been possible.

We talk about what rebuild actually looks like: navigating the medical system, learning to train again without ego, and using tools like hyperbaric oxygen therapy and easy cardio to regain capacity. Scott also shares his coaching philosophy, why he always keeps coaches of his own, and a practical “green day, yellow day, red day” approach to training that helps endurance athletes stay consistent while respecting illness, stress, and recovery.

The heart of the conversation goes deeper than triathlon. Scott connects childhood trauma, the need to feel “good enough,” and how ultra endurance can become a proving ground that never pays off emotionally. That realization reshaped his documentary “Living the World Code” into a film about identity, resilience, and choosing to race for joy instead of approval. We also get into the mental side of getting back on a bike at speed, racing at 57, and why he is returning to the Ultraman World Championship with unfinished business.

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Canada
Ultraman Mexico
Ultraman World Championships
Terry Fox Run
Zombie Run
Innisfail Triathlon
Banff Mountain Film Festival
New York Film Festival
Warrior Camp

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Steve Brown (S2E13)
Sheryl Cobb (S2E6)
David Cobb
Brad Sawa (S1E10)
Van Sanchez (S1E6)
Tony Robbins
Andrew Barber-Starky
Tobias Young
Michelle Barnes
Dr Stefanie Basso
Brett Sutton
Craig Percival
Peter Hudson (S8E6)
Adam Fox
Lyle Katchur
Nick Mallett (S2E12)
Drew Kenworthy
Hilary McDermott
Al Evans
Lucy Ryan (S2E5)
Inge Jarl Clausan
Inaki de la Parra
Craig Keller
Chuck Downie
Gary Wang (S2E6)

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Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
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Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
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Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

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Nearly 24 hours in open water changes what you think you know about fear, focus, and what you are capable of. Ted Lomicka joins us from Franklin, Tennessee to tell the story of completing the Triple Maui Nui, a nonstop three channel swim from Lanai to Maui to Molokai and back again. Ted describes starting in a thunderstorm, navigating bioluminescent “stars” below when clouds hide the real ones, then facing cold brackish water near Molokai alongside the threat of a shark fin. At his lowest point, a captain’s short question reframes the choice and gets him moving again. On the final leg, sensory deprivation gives way to awe when a baby humpback whale swims beneath him and meets his eye, a moment that turns endurance into meaning and seals the lesson: dream big, live the dream, and share the dream.

Ted is also a healthcare executive and an adjunct professor at Vanderbilt University, so we zoom out from the ocean to the real world impact of innovation leadership. We dig into ambient AI scribes in healthcare, how AI drafted notes can improve physician patient communication, and why giving clinicians 30 to 90 minutes back each night can boost satisfaction, retention, and outcomes. Along the way, Ted shares how he evaluates new ideas: technologically feasible, clinically relevant, financially viable, and scalable, then pilot small and iterate fast.

The heart of our conversation is mindset. Ted breaks down the framework behind his upcoming book, First Of Five: The Five Hammers Of A Do Anything Mindset, forged in ultra distance triathlon at the Anvil race series. We unpack the hammer of passion, humility, mindfulness, equanimity, and transcendence, plus the idea of overriding the “evolutionary governor” when your body insists it is done. If you care about endurance training, Ultraman, channel swimming in Hawaii, or performing under pressure at work, this one is built to stick with you.

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Reach out to Ted on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tedlomicka/

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Florida
Ultraman World Championships
Mammoth Endurance Anvil
Triple Maui Nui
Sebring International Raceway
Vanderbilt University.
Music City Triathlon
Memphis in May triathlon
IM World Championships
IM Chattanooga
Ecuador Eco-Challenge
Alenuihaha channel
Snowdrop Ultra

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Natascha Badmann
Michelle Lomicka
Vance Poss
Ivan Pancic
Plato
Marcus Aurelius
Josh Kiecker
Michelle Cevicherria
Jurand Czabanski
Neil DeGrasse Tyson
Albert Einstein
LaToscia “LT” James
Trixie Smith
Dr. Steven Minaglia
Andy Joca
Katie Blair
Terri Dietz
Tina Neill
Michael Spalding
Jill Spalding
Michelle Simmons
Dr. Harry Huffaker

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Ray Zahab didn’t grow up as the unstoppable endurance athlete people imagine when they hear “ultramarathoner” and “explorer.” He describes starting over around age 30, quitting a pack-a-day smoking habit, and following his younger brother into the outdoors until movement turned into purpose. That path eventually leads to one of the most jaw-dropping feats in endurance sports: running the length of the Sahara Desert, roughly 7,500 kilometers, day after day for 111 days.

We get into what actually makes extreme endurance possible when the novelty wears off. Ray explains why removing expectations can unlock performance, how preparation and process beat bravado, and why he’s careful about choosing expedition teammates who can leave ego at the door. He also shares how the “chosen hardship” of races and expeditions helped him face something he didn’t choose at all: a rare blood cancer diagnosis and months of chemotherapy, approached with the same step-by-step resilience he learned outdoors.

The episode goes deep on logistics and safety, from cutting pack weight for a self-contained Atacama Desert crossing to building a polar bear perimeter alarm system on Arctic sea ice. You’ll hear what it means to respect the environment, when to turn around even after huge effort, and how Ray’s nonprofit impossible2Possible brings free, education-driven expeditions to youth ages 16 to 21 around the world.

If you’re into ultrarunning, adventure racing, expedition planning, mental toughness, or simply changing your life through movement, this conversation will stick with you. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs a nudge toward something hard, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway.

Ray’s contact points:

Website: rayzahab.com // facebook.com/rayzahab. //. twitter.com/rayzahab

instagram.com/rayzahab. // www.youtube.com/@rayzahab1944

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Running for My Life (book)
Running to Extremes (book)
impossible 2 Possible
Vancouver International Outdoor Film Festival
Ironman Canada
Trans 333
KapiK1 Expedition Company.
Moab 240

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Ferg Hawke (S3E10)
Jen Segger
Kathy Adams
Charlie Engle
Kevin Vallely
Stefano Gregoretti
Bob Cox

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We sit down with Ultraman Australia’s 2026 champions, Mark Thomson and Nat Dodd, to unpack how they manage 515 kilometers across three days in Noosa with calm pacing, tight recovery routines, and crews that never miss a beat.

Mark Thomson joins from New Zealand’s Coromandel Peninsula and breaks down how a first-time Ultraman athlete paces like a veteran: conservative swimming, steady biking by feel, and relentless fueling that protects day three. We talk crew roles, staying calm when the leaderboard is separated by seconds, and what it’s like to have a school community tracking you through a 515-kilometer endurance test. Then we get into the closer: his run plan and the mindset behind dropping a sub-7-hour double marathon after two days of racing.

Nat Dodd, also from New Zealand, shares the other side of the podium and the same core truth: execution beats drama. She explains the nutrition shift that finally solved race-day GI issues, her swim feeding routine with a paddler, and how her crew’s energy kept her from going dark. We also talk pacing discipline on the double marathon, her “lungefluencer” moment on course, workplace support, and what she’s considering next, from Ultraman New Zealand to a return to the Ironman World Championship.

Be sure to check out all the action from the YouTube Livestream.

If you’re into Ultraman, Ironman, long-distance triathlon training, endurance nutrition, or building a crew system that actually works, this one is packed with practical takeaways. Subscribe for more, share it with your training group, and leave a quick review if these champion-level lessons help you race smarter.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Hukuai Primary School
No Code Events
Pāuanui Trail Epic
Blue Lake 24 hour Challenge
UM New Zealand
IM New Zealand
Coast to Coast
Taupo Marathon
APAC Ingredients

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Matt Kerr
Carl Read
Simon Cochrane
Sara Ryan
Douglas Clark
Anthony Elder
Marco Ullrich
Nev Thomson
Matt Iggulden
Craig Thomson
Ray Zahab
Craig Jackson
Chris Dodd
Jeff Morris
Tim Franklin
Anna Londill
Brittney Litton
Greg Fraine
Roy Sparey
Harriet Steele
Dawn Jackson

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
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515 kilometers can sound like a number. In Noosa, it turns into three days of decisions: how you fuel a 10 km ocean swim, how you survive a 276 km bike loop through the Sunshine Coast hinterland, and how you keep moving when the double marathon starts to ask harder questions than your training ever did.

We’re joined by Ultraman Australia race director Jeff Morris and KOA endurance coach and event MC Tim Franklin to preview Ultraman Australia 2026 from the ground up. We lay out the full 515 triathlon format and cutoffs, explain why the calendar dates differ depending on where you live, and share exactly how to follow along on the YouTube livestream. This year’s coverage gets a major boost with live GPS tracking (even during the swim when signals allow), planned drone shots at sunrise, and crews calling in live so viewers at home can feel the real-time pressure and emotion on course.

Jeff also gives a progress update on Ultraman New Zealand in Wanaka. Then we get into the heart of race week: the 2026 field. From returning athletes chasing redemption to first-timers stepping up from Ironman to Ultraman, we spotlight what makes each competitor interesting, what crews need to know, and why Noosa’s swim conditions and paddler support can shape the entire weekend.

The Athletes:

Nicole Allen, Sadanand Amarapur, Prajakta Aswar, Boris Bakouline, Ashley Bates, Rahul Chaudhary, Douglas Clark, Jacob Crowe, Devraj Devraj, Nat Dodd, Tabatha Draper, Roscoe Dray, Shane Duffy, Noe Duran, Anthony Elder, Guilherme Escaleira da luz Oliveira, Mehdi Gerbeaux, Jomy Jacob, Timothy Jensen, Shubham Kajale, Claire Kunc, Brittney Litton, Anna Longdill, Keri Mandell, Nestor Ochoa Rivera, Chia Ling Pow, Mahesh Prajapati, Erica Riley, Nathan Schmid, Patrick Shanahan, Marcus Smith, Puneet Sudhir Sood, Giancarlos Taraborrelli, Chloe Thomas, Mark Thomson, Dr Bishwanath Tiwary, Marco Ullrich, Denise Wilson.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

KOA Sports
UM New Zealand
Kenilworth Bakery
Peak Energy Gum
Hervey Bay 100
T100 Triathlon
Ultraman Mexico

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
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In this episode, we travel to Ubatuba, Brazil, to catch up with Alex Luna, one of the driving forces behind the UB515 ultra triathlon. As the race enters its 13th year, Alex shares the origin story of how a small group of legends—including Alexandre Ribeiro and Corey Folk—brought the Ultraman distance to Brazil. We dive deep into the "Aloha" spirit that defines the event and discuss the logistical and emotional preparation for the 43 athletes set to take on the 515km challenge.

What you will learn from this episode:

The Power of "Just Letting it Happen": Alex recounts the advice from Corey Folk that finally launched the race in 2014.
Course Logistics: A day-by-day walkthrough of the swimming, cycling, and running stages through some of Brazil’s most scenic coastal and mountain roads.
Community & Legacy: How the race serves as a transformative process for both athletes and staff, fostering lifelong connections.

Athlete Dynamics: A breakdown of the 2026 field, including a record number of female participants and the veterans returning to defend their numbers.

Follow the race on InstagramUB 515 Website

Previous appearances by Alex (S4E6) (S5E9)

Resources mentioned in this episode:

BR145
Fodaxman
IM Brasil

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
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Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

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You can learn a lot about an endurance athlete by what they avoid, and Brittney Litton avoids swimming. Then she signs up for Ultraman anyway, including a 10K swim, back-to-back monster bike days, and a double-marathon finish. Brittney joins us from New Zealand to talk about life as a working mom of two, a self-described “average” athlete with an anything-but-average appetite for big goals -- including wanting to set a new women's record time.

Racing lessons land hardest in the Kona Ironman recap. Brittany breaks down how over-concentrated carb bottles, post-swim thirst, and relying on Coke can spiral into vomiting, cramps, and survival mode in heat and humidity. That story becomes a blueprint for smarter fueling: drink water early, keep mixes tolerable, and respect the environment. She pairs it with the Tarawera ultra experience, where a hip flexor issue forces an awkward running pattern and a painful finish, proving that pacing and problem-solving matter as much as fitness. Finally, we zoom out to Ultraman preparation: crew planning, swim anxiety, long rides, Pilates for core strength, and the mindset shift from chasing splits to treating races as tests. It is a grounded look at how an “average” athlete builds toward an extraordinary start line.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

UM Australia
UM New Zealand
Lord of the RIngs
IM Taupo
Taupo 70.3
Harry Potter
Zwift
MyWhoosh
R.I.O.T. Zwift Team
5 Passes Race
Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge
IM World Championships
Tarawera Ultra
Taupo Marathon
Wellington Marathon
Christ Church Marathon
Queenstown Marathon
Christ Church 100km road championships

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Simon Cochrane
Jeff Morris
Max Litton
Ari Litton
Anna Russel
Taylor Swift
Gracie Abrams
Tilly Litton
Michael Phelps
Kate Bevilaqua
Fiona Gallagher
Kylie Brown
Fat Cat Ron
Fergus and Charlie

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
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Youtube : @515TheUltraPodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

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Start with a last-minute sprint tri in footy shorts and end with a finish line that feels like family—that’s the arc of Peter “Huddo” Hudson. We sit down with the four-time 515 finisher, personal trainer, and stalwart of the UM Australia Dream Team to unpack how a brutal first swim, a life-changing crash in Hawaii, and years of volunteering forged a deeper reason to race. What emerges is a raw, generous look at the culture that defines Ultraman: you arrive as strangers, you leave as family.

Huddo walks us through the early days—being dragged into a race the night before, dog paddling next to a lifeguard, then getting hooked on the grind that builds real endurance. He shares how coaching and community carried his business through COVID, why day two on the bike still ties his stomach in knots, and how crews and race volunteers quietly stitch the event together with 20-hour days and calm heads. We revisit Hawaii 2015 and Scott McDermott’s horrific crash, the “Relentless” bracelet found at the scene, and the long road to Scott’s 2018 return. Along the way, you’ll hear why rival crews stop to help, how a blind athlete’s grit rewrites fear, and what it means to finish when the clock says you shouldn’t.

We also dive into purpose: fundraising after losing his mum, staging a solo double iron to turn grief into action, and the moment Huddo received the inaugural HUDDO Award minutes before learning his uncle had passed. It’s a portrait of resilience anchored by service, friendship, and a shared promise to bring everyone home safe. Plus, a peek behind the curtain at UM Australia’s evolving live stream and the launch of UM New Zealand—new routes, bigger climbs, and the same heartbeat.

If stories of grit, community, ultra endurance, and human kindness move you, hit play. Then follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a lift, and leave a review so more people find these voices.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

UM Australia
Ultraman World Championships
Living the Warrior Code (Documentary) Link
IM Coeur d’Alene
UM New Zealand

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Jeff Morris (S7E11)
Shane Duffy (S4E5)
Matt O’Brien (S8E5)
David Kalinowski
Mike Coughlin (S2E7)
Erica RIley (S8E2)
Beñat Oliveira (S7E6)
Brittney Litton (S8E7)
Scott McDermott (S1E9)
Adam Fox
Gary Wang (S2E6)
Staci Studer
Christian Isakson (S3E5)
John Domandl (S7E7)
Daniel Merange
Dayle Jordan
Mel Kemp
Jason Clark
Shae Hamilton
Kim Jenkins
Gillian Winterford
Tiffany Dahl
Steve King (S1E1)

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: @515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : @515theultrapodcast
Youtube : @515TheUltraPodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

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A flipped boat, a blinking EPIRB, and a helicopter descent into a sunset—Matt O’Brien’s life pivot starts there. From mining shifts and weekend benders to air rescue work, and a growing list of endurance adventures; Matt’s story is a blueprint for rebuilding a life around endurance and purpose.

We unpack how he cracked into rescue aviation by cold-messaging mentors on LinkedIn, tackled a fitness test he once thought impossible, and learned to swim from scratch as an adult. Matt shares the nuts and bolts of training through a harsh roster—day shifts as recovery, nights for volume, and two weeks off to stack big sessions—plus the mental habits that made those choices stick. If you’re navigating shift work training, adult swim relearning, or prepping for Ultraman distances, his playbook is practical and honest.

Matt also takes us 4,200 kms across Australia from Fremantle to Sydneyon an unsupported bikepacking journey defined by mechanical chaos and grit. He rode through the Nullarbor with breaking spokes, limped into Ceduna to swap a rim, and woke to find his bike stolen—only to track it with an AirTag on his keys and get it back.Along the way, we break down roadhouse food realities, water carry strategies, and the small logistics that make or break an ultra-distance plan. And we revisit his first Ultraman finish, where pacers and crew helped him slip under the run cutoff by minutes, setting clear goals for a calmer, faster return to UM Australia in 2026.

If you’re a beginner eyeing your first triathlon, a FIFO worker balancing training with fatigue, or an endurance fan who loves a hard-earned comeback, this one’s for you. Follow Matt’s coaching at Lantern Enduranceon socials, and keep an eye out for the website launch soon. Enjoy the conversation, then subscribe, rate, and share with a friend who needs a push to start their own first.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

UM Australia
Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)
Ultra 355 Australia
Cupcake Cartel
Indipac

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Casey Neistat
Jeff Morris (S7E11)
Andrew Trout
John Domandl (S7E7)
Tony Horton
Nikki Fox
Michael Wakeman
Belinda Sansom
Kim Jenkins
Janita Ray
Troy Ridgley
Michelle Barratt
Nick Mallett (S2E12)
Carl Gillies
Kate Bevilaqua (S6E2)

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: @515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : @515theultrapodcast
Youtube : @515TheUltraPodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

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A world record in 225 hours. Stitches on a gym floor. A typhoon, a temple, and a white bucket that might save your race. I sat down with IUTA Hall of Famer, Shanda Hill, to unpack the mindset, methods, and meaning behind one of the most audacious ultra tri careers ever—and the moment she chose health over history.

Shanda breaks down the true shape of a DECA continuous: 10x Iron distance where the clock never stops and every decision is magnified. She shares the practical systems that carried her—soup-based fueling that works in cold pools, a hydration check using a white bowl to protect kidney function, and a sleep strategy tied to safety and weather rather than ego. We talk oxygen therapy, cold-water immersion, and why time management can beat raw speed across 38 km of swimming, 1,800 km of cycling, and 422 km of running.

The stories are wild and human: riding through a South African deluge, resetting in Brazil to chase a record, crashing in France and getting field-stitched by a fellow racer, and learning the hard way in Poland how one pedal choice can sabotage your stabilizers. Along the way, Shanda spotlights the ultra community—race directors who make impossible events happen, rivals who lift the bar, and athletes finishing doubles and decas with broken bones and unbroken resolve.

If you’re training for Ultraman, DECA, or your own endurance goal, you’ll leave with clear, actionable insights on fueling, electrolytes, recovery, and the mental game that keeps you moving loop after loop.

Contact Shanda at : https://www.shandahillultra.com/

Resources mentioned in this episode:

IUTA Hall of Fame
Taiwan Ultra Deca
Bretzel Ultra Triathlon (Colmar, France)
Desenzano del Garda (Triple Deca)
IUTA World Cup
Ultra Tri South Africa (Deca)
Ultra 520K Canada
Brazil Ultra Tri (Deca)
Double Ultra Triathlon Emsdetten
Poland Ultra Triathlon (Deca)
Triathlon Triple Lensahn
Double Deca Mexico
Switzerland Double Deca
Virginia Triple Anvil
UB515

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

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A champion’s story doesn’t start at the finish line. Fresh off winning Ultraman Hawaii, Max Kniazev opens up about rebuilding from a collarbone ligament rupture, balancing newborn-dad life, and crafting a pragmatic plan to race smarter in heat and wind. We get into the mechanics of durability: how a naturally low heart rate at high power shapes his ultra identity, why shorter cranks opened his hip and cut drag, and how a custom 3D-printed cockpit with rear-aligned bottles shaved the little costs that add up over 515 kilometers.

Max explains how he trained the gut to handle 120–135 grams of carbohydrates per hour using a starch-based mix (Vitargo), and why he practices fueling even in short swim sessions. He shares the exact salt and magnesium rhythm he used to skirt cramps, plus ice tactics that kept core temp in check when the island turned harsh. Day by day, he walks us through winning choices: holding back in the swim after lost shoulder strength, stacking steady watts on day one, solving a mid-ride electronic derailleur scare on day two en route to a stage record, and using simple marathon math on day three to let rivals come back without ever redlining.

Max also lays out what’s next. He wants a fair-play shot at the 515 world record on the same Ultraman Australia course, not just a fast loop, with an audacious long-term vision for sub-19 under ideal conditions. Between now and then, he’s sharpening the sword in XTRI events and aiming for Norseman while keeping the “ultra mindset” front and center: choose long goals, stack stable steps, and let the mind lead the body.

If you care about endurance strategy, bike aerodynamics, heat management, or the art of pacing 84 kilometers, this conversation is a masterclass built on lived miles and honest numbers.

Max previously appeared on the podcast in (S1E4) and the Season 4 UMAZ race wrap up.

Youtube movie “1 minute less” mentioned.

This Instagram post has Max describing his bike.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Hawaii
UltraCzech 515 (S5E5)
Ultraman Arizona
Siberman 515
UM Australia
Double Ultra Triathlon Emsdetten
Vitargo Nutrition
Finding Ultra by Rich Roll
Norseman Xtreme Championship

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Mia Kniazev
Olesia Kniazev
Petr Vabrousek (S2E2)
Richard Thompson
Shane Duffy (S4E5)
Simon Cochrane (S4E8)
Javier Sola
Tadej Pogačar
Dave Matheson (S3E6)
Bob Babbit S6E12
Cameron Wurf
Mike Coughlin (S2E7)
Billy Rickards (S7E1)
Steve King (S1E1)
Sheryl Cobb (S2E6)
Dave Cobb
Terumasu Matsuda
Ultra Chamba (S6E11)
Jeff Parrett
Nikolay Tregubov

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: @515TheUltraPodcast
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Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

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What does it take to chase Ultraman while working 12-hour shifts in emergency care? We sit down with Erica Riley—critical care nurse, coach, and multi-time ultradistance triathlete—to unpack the systems, habits, and mindset that make high performance sustainable in a busy life. From 3 a.m. Zwift rides to meticulous time boxing, she shows exactly how to build consistency without sacrificing your health, your job, or your relationships.

Erica takes us inside the toughest days of lockdown, when PPE, quarantine hotels, and strict radius rules forced radical creativity: ocean swims inside a five-kilometer bubble, stacked run commutes, and eight-hour trainer marathons. That crucible led her to Ultraman and a new goal—to not only finish but compete—under coach Tim Franklin of KOA Sports. We explore the art of crew selection, live-stream storytelling, and keeping a tight bond with the UM Australia Ohana.

Nutrition and strength become Erica’s quiet superpowers. Longtime plant-based, she refined protein intake, embraced whole foods, and saw clear changes in lean mass and visceral fat. Race fuel is simple and effective: Infinite custom blends, salty chips when the gut turns, and a well-timed orange Fanta for mood and carbs. Off the course, her secret weapon is reformer Pilates—45 minutes that deliver strength, mobility, posture, and injury prevention for time-poor athletes who need durability as much as speed.

We also dig into coaching. With Synergy Sports Coaching, Erica builds plans for real people—shift workers, parents, and professionals—using TrainingPeaks as a living diary. She treats sessions like meetings you won’t miss, teaches sleep hygiene around rotating rosters, and helps athletes fit training into life, not the other way around. Along the way, she shares favorite races (hello, Cairns and Nha Trang), a brutal and beautiful lead-in at Alpine Ascent Extreme, and the mindset work that turned perfectionism from procrastination into fuel.

If you want practical tools to train smarter, eat better, and perform under pressure, you’ll find tangible tactics you can use today. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s juggling big goals, and leave a review to help more athletes discover the show.

Contact Erica : @synergysportscoaching on Instagram

Resources mentioned in this episode:

UM Australia
Ultra 355 Australia
KOA Sports Coaching
The Proof Podcast
Australian Alpine Ascent Extreme Triathlon
Happy Thoughts Tri Team
Training Peaks
Challenge Nha Trang
IM Cairns
IM Busselton
Infinite Nutrition
Kenilworth Country Bakery
UM New Zealand
King’s Canyon Cruise

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Nestor Alejandro Ochoa Rivera
Tim Franklin
Simon Hill
Hayley Fry
Jackson Gash
Andrew Trout
Simon Cochrane

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
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What if the most important finish line has nothing to do with a podium? We sit down with Romanian ultra-triathlete Marius Butuc, a self-taught swimmer who learned by watching the next lane and never stopped moving forward. From the Ironman icons of Europe to the brutal circuits of ultra-triathlon, Marius shows how resilience, curiosity, and honest self-assessment can take you places training plans can’t.

If you’ve wondered what truly makes triple Iron, quintuple, and deca formats hard, Marius explains the hidden traps: why triple continuous destroys the sleep-deprived, how deca one-per-day turns recovery into a race within the race, and where continuous deca becomes a masterclass in nutrition, pacing, and humility. He’s now headed to Taiwan chasing an unofficial “Deca Triple Crown” after completing the daily and split versions—a bid not for glory, but for completion with integrity. Follow the Taiwan Deca here.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Oceanman
Trans Sweden Triathlon
Infinitiman
Fun Science-Ciencia Divertida
Bad Radkersburg Triple
Ultra Biking Sardinia
TransAmTri
Abisko National Park
Book Title : Solitary. The Story of a Triathlon (only in Romanian for now)
IM Frankfurt
IM Lanzarote
Challenge Amsterdam
IM Nice
IM Mallorca
Challenge Israman
Swissman Extreme
Challenge Madrid
Infinitri 515 Race Director : Manu Garcia (S5E4)
Infinitri Triathlon
UM Florida
Taiwan Deca Continuous
Colmar Deca Split
IUTA | International Ultra Triathlon Association
“Unofficial Triple Crown of Deca”

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Manu Garcia
Jan Frodeno
Fabio Spiteri
Bogomir Dolenc
Giampy
Wayne Kurtz
Kristian Kristiansen

Come for the extreme triathlon wisdom—unsupported tactics, gear judgment, sleep strategy, and mental frameworks. Stay for the human story of failure reimagined, memory recovered, and finishing defined on your own terms. If this conversation moved you, follow the journey, share the episode with a friend who needs a nudge to start, and leave a review to help others find the show.

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Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
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Season eight is on the start line, and we’re bringing bigger stories, sharper coverage, and more ways to take you inside the 515 world. After 105 episodes reaching listeners in thousands of cities across 142 countries, we’re doubling down on what makes this community special: honest conversations, race-day grit, and the people who keep showing up when the course gets long and the hours get weird.

We share where we’ve been and where we’re headed next. You’ll hear how to navigate our episode library like a pro, using the show notes to find every race, event, and athlete we mention. We also pull back the curtain on our growing YouTube strategy, from live catch-ups with past guests to a bigger and better UM Australia three-day live stream. Expect more cameras, tighter storytelling, and wider angles that put you right at the edge of the action—perfect for fans, athletes, and crews who want a front-row view.

This season, your input drives the agenda. We’re asking for your guest picks, your burning questions, and the topics that will help a focused niche reach new ears without losing its soul. Whether it’s training and fueling for multi-day efforts, the logistics of crewing and recovery, or the mental game required to finish strong, we aim to serve both the die-hard 515 Ohana and curious endurance fans discovering ultra-distance triathlon for the first time. Along the way, we’ll highlight under-told roles—race directors, volunteers, medics—and revisit favorite athletes to see how their big goals turned out.

Want to help? Follow the show in your podcast app to boost visibility, subscribe on YouTube for live coverage and exclusive content, and share an episode with someone who loves endurance stories. Have a guest idea or a topic we should tackle next? Message us via the links in the show notes, and if you want to fuel the work, tap the "Support the Show" link. Season eight starts Friday, with new episodes dropping every three weeks—come along and shape what happens next.

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A champion crowned, then stripped. A director ousted. A brand reorganized. We trace the real timeline behind the Ultraman Florida shake-up—starting with a handlebar-mounted, voice-activated camera and ending with revoked licenses, refund confusion, and a newly relaunched qualifier under different leadership. As hosts who’ve watched this community grow, we unpack the roles of Ohana Loa, Sheryl and Dave Cobb, and former race director Jen McVeay, and explain how board decisions moved from private meetings to public fallout.

You’ll hear how conflicting accounts took shape: was Stephen Keller offered a path to a time penalty through accountability, or faced an ultimatum tied to removing a video and apologizing? We lay out the verified statements, the disputed claims, and the rule at the center of it all—filming during competition—so you can assess what fairness and precedent should look like at the ultra-distance level. Then we zoom out to the operational consequences: licenses revoked, negotiations over race assets that reportedly stalled, and athletes stuck between emails and Facebook posts while trying to recover entry fees, deposits, and travel costs.

Looking ahead, we map the new race landscape: Ultraman Florida accepting applications under current board control, Arizona canceled for 2026 pending review, Canada continuing with small recent fields, and a first-year Mexico event led by a seasoned organizer, Van Sanchez. We also share what Jen is building next—a new ultra format that’s been years in the making—and what that might mean for athletes choosing between legacy branding and organizer trust. Our aim is clarity: who owns what, what’s canceled or confirmed, and how to navigate the next few months without losing your season. If this helped you get your bearings, subscribe, share with your crew, and drop a review with your take on the penalty, the process, and the path forward.

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The countdown to Ultraman Mexico is on—and the mountains are calling. We sit down with race director and former teenage Ultraman finisher, Van Sanchez, to map out exactly what athletes and crews will face across three days at altitude in Zacatecas. From a 10-loop open-water swim to a punchy run that climbs late and drops into a party finish.

The field is stacked and global: Mexico, the United States, Spain, Colombia, Costa Rica, Venezuela, Ecuador, and Argentina. You’ll hear about iconic veterans like Juan Antonio Craveri on his quest to complete every Ultraman-branded event, and the eldest entrant, Ramiro de Jesús Gutiérrez Piedra, chasing five Ultraman races in a single year. We address safety concerns head-on with clear context, highlight the deep local support and government coordination.

Follow along October 17–19 on Instagram for live updates, results, and behind-the-scenes moments. Enjoy the preview, share it with your crew, and hit follow to stay tuned for race-week coverage and post-race debriefs.

Instagram: @ultramanmexico

Van has appeared four other times on the podcast. You can find those episodes free in our podcast library.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Wales
UltraMX515
Brooks Running
BYD
Fresnillo Mining
Vazlo Auto Parts
City of Zacatectas
Windstone Constructions
Goodr Sunglasses
Ciele Athletics
Escualo
Wayfar
UM Arizona
UM World Championships
Pan American Race
Festival Internacional de Teatro

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Sheryl and Dave Cobb (S2E6)
Jen McVeay (S2E8)
Steven Keller (S6E13)
Jane Bockus (S1E4)
ATHLETE LIST : Lucas Cruz, María Yanga Alvarez Solis, Hector Ayuso, Johusua Duran, Pablo Enrique Solís Mayorga, Diana Carolina Pereira Vieira, Karlo Mendoza Arancibia, Roberto Dávila Otozco, Luis Antonio González Padilla, Tania Margarita Briseño Valdivia, Hector Martínez Bogard, Rafa Jaime, Juan A. Craveri (S1E5), Erik Noe Duran Luna, Edson Nevárez, Isaias Mireles Vazquez, Adolfo López Mercado, Samuel Maturano Ortiz, Alejandro Rivas, Miguel Madrid Lopez, Mateo Alba, Maria Margarita Tascón González, Felipe Montiel Flores, Toni Marin Ramos, Adrián Comparan Cueva, Ramiro De Jesus Gutierrez Piedra, Jorge Adrian Perera Ramos
David Gilmour
Steve King (S1E1)
Will Rogers (S5E8)
Shane Duffy (S4E5)

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
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News of the UM brand's expansion into New Zealand broke earlier this year during the UM Australia Livestream event, hosted by 515. Remarkably, the new event sold out immediately—even before athletes knew any details about the course. To share how Wanaka was chosen as the host site and fill in the details, I'm joined by Race Director Jeff Morris.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

UM Australia
UM New Zealand
IM Taupo
Challenge Wanaka
Cardrona Hotel
Ruby Fresh Wetsuits
Ruby Island Swim
Norsemen X Tri

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Jen McVeay (S2E8)
Ian Blatchford
Gillian Winterford
André Kajlich
Shane Duffy (S4E5)
Eddie Spearing
Tim Franklin
Simon Cochrane (S4E8)
Carl Read
Tiffany Dahl
Jane Sharman
Colleen Nisbet
Steve York
Tony Horton
Craig Percival
Wayne Metcalf

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: @515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : @515theultrapodcast
Youtube : @515TheUltraPodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

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The decision to change often comes at our lowest moments. For Acyr Da Luz, it wasn't a missed promotion that defined him—it was his response to it. "I'm going to change myself," he declared, setting in motion a transformation from 120kg corporate executive to four-time Ultraman competitor.

What distinguishes Acyr's story is how he integrated family into his endurance journey. His young daughter biked alongside his early training runs and eventually his entire family became his support crew. This approach transformed triathlon from an individual pursuit into a family adventure, creating bonds that strengthened rather than weakened through his athletic endeavors.

The podcast offers invaluable insights for aspiring endurance athletes, including advice Acyr received from 2017 Ultraman World Champion Rob Gray. Acyr candidly shares his failures—from multiple flat tires in Canada to a harrowing open-ocean swim in Hawaii that left him severely dehydrated—and how each setback provided crucial lessons for future success.

If you've been inspired by Acyr's story, check out his book "Running to Myself: A Journey of Endurance" available now on Amazon in hardcover, paperback, and Kindle formats.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Escape from Alcatraz
Running to Myself : A Journey of Endurance
Ultraman Canada
Badwater 135
Ironman World Championships
Ironman Cozumel
Ultraman Florida
Ultraman World Championships

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Daniel (Dani) Mathias
Sophia Da Luz
Gabriel Da Luz
Fernanda Keller
Jai Da Luz
Tatiana (Tata) Da Luz
Yonathan (Yon) Stephanos
Mark Naphin
Lucy Ryan (S2E5)
Jordan Bryden (S1E7)
Rob Gray (S4E13)
Slava Makalskaya
Sheryl Cobb (S3E11)

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: @515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : @515theultrapodcast
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Get ready to be inspired! On today's show, we're diving deep with Shane Kent, the 2021 UM Australia champion, who's about to take on a challenge often called 'The toughest triathlon in the world': Arch to Arc. You'll hear how Shane's triathlon career began with a bike found on the side of the road and propelled him through the 515 distance, all leading up to this monumental endeavor.

We break down Arch to Arc's incredible stages: an 87-mile / 140 km run from London to Dover, a 21-mile / 34 km swim across the English Channel, and a 181-mile / 291 km bike from Calais to Paris. Shane also gives us an exclusive look into his intense training and tells us exactly how we can track his progress when his official challenge window kicks off between August 15th and August 24th, 2025.

Follow the Arch to Arc live tracker : https://enduroman.com/live-tracking

Shane’s Instagram : @shane_rockss

Resources mentioned in this episode:

UM Australia
Arch to Arc
IM Melbourne
Sufferfest
Canadaman
Kiwiman
Celtman
Norseman
IM Taupo
Aid Station

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Tim Franklin (S7E4)
Shane Murphy
Chris Manteit
Angela Manteit
Daniel Thompson
Cath Spencer
Neill Williamson
Jen Williamson
Luke Keddie
Doug Kent
Tris Lahey
Michael Durrington
Steven Walker
Claire Smith
Melissa Kent
Paul Robinson

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: @515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : @515theultrapodcast
Youtube : @515TheUltraPodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

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Get ready for an inspiring conversation with Mary and Randy Latza! Hailing from Pennsburg, Pennsylvania, this power couple has an astonishing 32 Ultraman events under their belts either racing or crewing.

They'll share invaluable lessons and heartwarming stories of the friendships they've built as part of "Rat Pack 2.0." But their racing doesn't stop there—Mary and Randy are also gearing up for the Ironman World Championships in Nice and Kona.

Plus, Mary sheds light on Stiff Person Syndrome, a rare condition impacting her family, and how she's used events to raise awareness and funds. You can find more information and donation links at this website.

515 is Now on YouTube.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

DeSales University
IM Ottawa
IM Lake Placid
IM St. George
Ultraman Florida
IM New York City
IM Mont-Tremblant
IM Louisville
IM Switzerland
IM Waco
Stiff Person Syndrome
Ultraman World Championships
IM Nice
IM Wisconsin
FulGaz
Spartan
Death Race
Winter Death

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Julie Moss
Eric Suro
Simon Shurey
Sheryl Cobb (S2E6)
Mark Jones
Tom Regal
Billy Rickards (S7E1)
Joan Kim
Dede Greisbauer (S3E13)
Leanda Cave (S1E8)
Billy Edwards
Chris McCormack
Cynthia Bartus
Ryan Toner
Jeremy Howard (S2E8)
Chuck Kemeny
Steven Keller (S2E10)
Jamie Harris (S2E11)
Jen Annett (S6E9)
Armando Armelli (S4E9)

Support the show

Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: @515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : @515theultrapodcast
Youtube : @515TheUltraPodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with John Domandl, whose triathlon career spans over 40 years and includes more than 150 events, along with four World Championships. In 1988, John proudly represented Australia at the Seoul Paralympics.

We caught up with him right after his second time competing at Ultraman Australia 2025, where he experienced quite the adventure in Noosa! Hear all about the ups and downs of those three days for John and his dedicated team.

John, who lives with retinitis pigmentosa, is also an ambassador for Cure Blindness Australia. You can learn more about their important work on their website.

Find the Live Stream links for 2025 UM Australia on YouTube.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

UM Australia
1988 Seoul Paralympics
Retinitis Pigmentosa
Foster Ironman
Calfee designs
Stages cycles
World Para Triathlon London
World Mulitsport Long Course Championships
Challenge Roth
Ultra 355 Australia
IM Hobart 70.3
Bellview Parkrun
IM Western Australia
New York Marathon
Cure Blindness Australia

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Support the show

Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: @515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : @515theultrapodcast
Youtube : @515TheUltraPodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

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The 2025 UM Australia created a star in the man who was behind the camera for the Live stream. Beñat Oliveira is a former competitor from 2023 who returned to help out the Dream Team make more dreams come true.

He joins me to talk about that experience and why he has returned to the Basque region from Sydney. Spoiler: Triathlon. His current job has him advising the New South Wales Department of Health in Artificial Intelligence, so we also delve into that.

You can find the full, unedited, conversation with Beñat on YouTube.

515 is Now on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/@515TheUltraPodcast

Also find the LiveStream links for 2025 UM Australia.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

UM Australia
IM Vitoria-Gasteiz
Benat Youtube video about UM Australia 2023
Euskara
Sydney Basque Club
Txokos (basque kitchen)
UM New Zealand
UM Australia Day 2 final hours

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Steve King (S1E3)
Jeff Morris (S4E8)
Gerard Estivil
Fernando Durango
Mario Vincent
Gotzon
Iñigo Muñoa
John Domandl
Dee Fuller (S4E12)
Kirsty Sheehan (S7E5)

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: @515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : @515theultrapodcast
Youtube : @515TheUltraPodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

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UM Australia 2025 celebrated the 10th anniversary of the event this year. We were a part of it by creating a Live Stream of all 36 hours. In this episode we speak to the champions of 2025, Tim Belstead and Kirsty Sheehan to hear about how the race unfolded for each of them.

In the final segment, Jeff Morris, the UM race director shares his experiences from this year and a little information about a new race UM New Zealand.

Check out the Alex Gadomski Foundation here.

UM Australia 2026 applications.

Link to the 2025 UM Australia 515 Youtube playlist. for the full library of the live streams.

515 is Now on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/@515TheUltraPodcast

Resources mentioned in this episode:

70.3 Taupo World Championships
Hervey Bay 100
Hervey Bay Tri Club
Gold Coast Marathon
Sydney Marathon
Cairns Ironman
Alex Gadomski Foundation
MultiSport World Championships
Melbourne 70.3
Ironman Busselton

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Support the show

Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: @515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : @515theultrapodcast
Youtube : @515TheUltraPodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

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UM Australia race director, Jeff Morris, joins me to present the field 41 athletes who are toeing the line of the 10th anniversary race. Trying to highlight this many athletes is tough work, so we also recruited the knowledge of the race announcer, Tim Franklin.
In addition to finding out about the athletes, we discuss parts of the course and what the first ever Live Stream event will entail. Use the link below to set up notifications.

LiveStreams links: https://www.youtube.com/@515TheUltraPodcast

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Kabi Kabi (Gubi Gubi) Indigenous peoples
Tri Mob
Alex Gadomski Fellowship
Rottnest Island Swim
Arc 2 Arch
Lark Hill 100 Km
Tim Runs the World
UTMB 100 mile
Ultra 355 Australia
Caloundra Triathlon Club
UM Israel
Cairns Crocs

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

THE ATHLETES :Praveen Aggarwal, Sadanand Amarapur, Boris Bakouline, Tim Belstead, Ian Blatchford, Adam Bothwell, Reece Byrne, Nicholas Chapman, Rajpal Choudhary, Leanne Coghill, Aaron Croft, Richard Does, John Domandl, Shane Duffy, Josh Dutton, Anthony Elder, Trevor Garvey, Paul Giddings, Richard Gilby, Craig Jackson, Christiaan Jacobie, Greg Jenkyns, Darrell Kerkow, Stewart King, Kathy La Fauce, Vishesh Madan, NicoláMattheus, Joshua McAskil, Ryan McKenzie, Adam Mort, Maheshkumar Prajapati, VishnuPrasad, Kellie Ridges, Kirsty Sheehan, Marcus Smith, Ryan Wasley, Andrew Wheatley, Matthew Wheatley, Oliver Whiteley, Ben Yates, Steve York

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: @515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : @515theultrapodcast
Youtube : @515TheUltraPodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

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Get ready to be inspired! We're sitting down with Fernando Lopez, an Ironman Gold All World Athlete and a true titan of endurance sports. With over 200 races under his belt, including 26 World Championships (and multiple podium finishes!), Fernando's resume is astonishing. He's conquered 10 Extreme Triathlons, 3 Ultramans, over 50 Ironmans, and run the Boston Marathon four times. And yes, he even ran the Houston Marathon four times in one day!

Fernando shares incredible stories from his global adventures in extreme events. If you're searching for your "next big challenge," this episode is packed with ideas. Beyond his own racing, Fernando also has a coaching business dedicated to helping others achieve what seems impossible.

You can reach him at:
ForeverTri Website -- YouTube -- Podcast

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Florida
Norseman Xtri
Ultraman World Championships
Ultraman Arizona
Xterra
Icon XTri
Swissman XTri
Alaskaman Extreme Triathlon
Patagonman XTri
Alohaman
Escape from Alcatraz
Xterra World Championships
Xterra Trail Run World Championship
XTerra World Championship double
Leadman 100
La Ruta de Los Conquistadores
Trans Portugal
Cape Epic
Rocky Hill 24 hour MTB
Dirty Dozen 12hrs MTB
Marathon Des Sables (Fernanado’s Youtube)
Brazos Bend 100 mi trail run
Rocky Racoon 100 mile
Houston Marathon
IRONMAN “Gold All World Athlete”
ForeverTri App
Zwift

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Armando Armelli
Simon Cochrane
Amy Robataille
A.A. Girard
MIchelle Vesterby
Andrea Lopez

Support the show

Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: @515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : @515theultrapodcast
Youtube : @515TheUltraPodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

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Part one of this episode is a Ultraman Florida recap. First, I am joined by the youngest ever competitor to complete Ultraman Florida, Jacob Beldick. Followed by the newest 60-69 age group world record holder, Dougin Walker. Both athletes share their stories about the 2025 race. One is told from the front of the field and the other from the rear, but they both had amazing experiences.

In part two, I have an Ultraman Arizona (March 21-23, 2025) athlete preview including Andy Yergler who is my athlete in profile. Andy runs a non profit called Tri Recovery for assisting addicts to live healthier lives. He explains how he got to where he is today from a life of addiction that led to him being incarcerated at the age of 19.

Jacob ran in support of Save a Child’s Heart.

Andy is the co-founder of Tri Recovery.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Florida
Mental Health Ultra 50K
Save a Child’s Heart
Ironman Cozumel
William Lowell Putnam Mathematical Competition
Paris Brest Paris
Ironman Maryland
Black Canyon Ultra
Ultraman World Championships
Ironman Frankfurt
Challenge Almere Amsterdam
Challenge Roth
Cincinnati Bengals
Cincinnati Bengals
Chicago Cubs
All Hands and Hearts
IM Chattanooga 70.3
IM Texas
Barkley Marathons
Escape from Alcatraz
Tri Recovery
Anytime Fitness

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Michael Morrissey
Sandy Morrissey
Steve King (S1E1)
Jenn Uy
Jill Walker
Ryan Toner
Gail Norman
Heather Ross
Patty Spence
Steve Keller (S2E10)
Dan Attard
John Heyerly
Jen McVeay (S4E4)
Matthew Tones
Joni Fiechter
Matt Reinhard
Kent Ringger
Liz Heyerly
Haddie Yergler

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Billy RIckards is a veteran 515 racer that helps others to get to the finish line as an amazing crew person. He lives Aloha, Ohana, Kokua within the Ultra Fam. As a person who has chosen to call Hawaii home; it only makes sense that he has a strong connection to the island values.

Do you like dolphins? Then you have even one more reason to tune in to this episode.
Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dolphin Quest
Lavaman
Honu 70.3
Ironman World Championships
Ultraman World Championships
Unstoppable: The Smart Training Method For Busy Athletes - Shangrila’s Book
Ultraman Florida
Ultraman Arizona
Ultra520K Canada
UM Canada

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Susan Rickards
Susan Smith
Wendy Minor
Jane Bockus (S1E4)
Sheryl Cobb (S2E6)
Dave Cobb (S2E6)
Peter Lopinski
Shangrila Rendon (S3E3)
Chris Hague
Keri Mandell (S6E10)
Shane Duffy (S4E5)
Steve Keller (S2E10)
Gary Wang (S2E6)
Jen Annett (S6E9) (S6E11)
Michelle Vesterby (S5E12)
Dede Greisbauer (S3E13)
Hillary Biscay (S6E1)
Mary Latza
Randy Latza
Cynthia Bartus
Vedant Nangare
Jen McVeay (S4E4)
Memo Tijerina

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Jen McVeay joins me in this episode to preview the field of athletes toeing the line at 2025 Ultraman Florida, February 14-16th. We are joined by to 2 time Ultraman Champion Steve Keller.

Steve offers the perspective of previous champion, current athlete, and current coach. Steve has embarked on a special journey that he reveals in our conversation. First to Five Youtube Page : https://youtube.com/@firsttofive?si=VrnzTnC0vs7cr4Oj

Following the preview, I am joined by another of the 2025 athletes, Nick Gillombardo as my Athlete in Profile. Nick has been chasing the dream for a number of years and he is excited to be finally hitting the start line.

Nick’s NAMI fundraising link : https://donate.nami.org/fundraiser/4514687

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Florida
National Parks at NIght
Hurt 100
Ultraman World Championships
Ultraman Arizona
Mindset Endurance
Challenge Roth
One Water
Ultraman Canada
Ultraman Mexico
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Infinitri
First to Five Youtube Page
Marathon Des Sables
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
A Christmas Story House
Castle Noel
Ironman Louisville
Badwater 135
Burning River 50 / 100
Fool’s Trail race 100
1958 Topps baseball set

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

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On today's episode of 515 The Ultra Podcast, we're joined by a true legend. Bob Babbitt is the voice behind one of the most celebrated radio programs and podcasts in endurance sports – Competitor Radio and Breakfast with Bob.

He is also a visionary community builder as a co-founder of Competitor Magazine and the Challenged Athletes Foundation.

His impact on the sport is undeniable, earning him inductions into both the USA Triathlon Hall of Fame and the Ironman Hall of Fame.

Find Bob Babbitt on social media:
Website - babbittville.com
Twitter: Bob Babbitt
Facebook: Bob Babbitt
Instagram: - Bob Babbitt
YouTube: Bob Babbitt videos

Resources mentioned in this episode:

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This episode has a number of past guests rejoining the podcast to discuss the 2024 Ultraman World Championships. First up are two of the four people who were inducted into the Ultraman Hall of Fame at this year's Thanksgiving breakfast. Gary Wang, who is a 20 time consecutive UMWC finisher, and Steve King (the voice of Ultraman).

I also check in with the two winners of the event. The men’s champion, Juan Bautista Castilla Arroyo, AKA Ultra Chamba, and the overall/women’s champion, Jen Annett.

Contact Chamba at his website : https://ultrachamba.es
Facebook: UltraChambaTri
Instagram : UltraChamba

Reach out to Jen at her website. #RaceTough
Instagram : annett_jen

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman World Championships
Ultraman Hall of Fame
Western States
Hurt 100
Ultraman Canada
UM Australia
Ultraman Wales
Ultraman Florida
realendurance.com
BC Athletics Hall of Fame
Triathlon BC Hall of Fame
Cascade Crest
KOA Spain 515

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

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Happy Thanksgiving USA!

When Thanksgiving rolls around 515 athletes know that it is time for the Ultraman World Championships.

In this episode I speak with two athletes who will be competing in this year’s race.

Mark Moody is an EMT from Bellevue Washington who holds the 60+ age group record at Ultraman Canada. He has crewed numerous times at 515 races around the world and is now ready for his own adventure on the island. He doesn’t take things too seriously when at these events, except for trying to win the Kokua award.

Keri Mandell is a yoga entrepreneur who has raced at both UM Arizona and UM Florida (completing the McVeay double). She has competed in ultramarathons up to 100 miles and completed the World Marathon Challenge. These events have inspired her to write a book based on the experiences. If you are interested in attending one of Keri’s yoga retreats – check out her website : https://empoweryoganj.com/

Keri’s Youtube

Resources mentioned in this episode:

UM Arizona
IM Louisville
C26 Triathlon
UM Canada
UMWC
Crew Jort (patent pending M.Moody)
UM Australia
F2C Nutrition
Challenge Penticton
Yakima River Canyon marathon
Issaquah ski and cycle
Moab 240
World Marathon Challenge
emPOWER Yoga
Power Vinyasa
Yoga Alliance
Sydney Marathon
Limitless : What I learned from running the world in seven days. – Book
Ultraman Florida

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Shane Duffy (S4E5)
Dan Attard
Bobby Soos
Gail Laux
Bill Justus
Shannon Callie
Eric Streng
Ray Schroeder
Randy Latza
Jen McVeay (S2E8)
Christine Boscoff
Simon Cochrane (S4E8)
Steve King (S1E1) (S1E2) (S1E3)
Fiona Siemelink
Tom Price
Bob Dolphine
Julie Moss
Wayne Allen
Matt Special K
Dan Mandell
Petr Vabrousek (S2E2)
Makoto Hoshino (S1E2)
Richard Donovan
Billy Rickards
Steve Keller (S2E10)

Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King

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Jen Annett drops by to speak about her recent record setting 515 race in Canada and preparations to take on the Ultraman World Championships at the end of the month.

Jen has not had the best luck when racing as a pro at the Ironman World Championships in Hawaii, but this time she has the backing of her entire community and she is ready for the challenge.

She also shares her Precision nutrition plan for racing for those who are looking for racing tips. Link below.

Reach out to Jen at her website. #RaceTough
Instagram : annett_jen

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman World Championships
Ironman World Championships
Ultraman Canada
Ultraman Florida
Ironman Texas
Challenge Penticton
Ironman Mt. Tremblant
Precision Nutrition Case Study
T-Bones
Okanagan Falls Barbershop
Peach City Runners
Podium Imports
Penticton Tri Club
Bike Works Kona

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Steve King (S1E1) (S1E2) (S1E3)
Simon Cochrane (S4E8)
Dave Matheson
Daniela Ryf
Jason Annett
Nixon Annett
Dede Greisbauer (S3E13)
Jordan Bryden (S1E7)
Kate Bevilaqua (S5E10)
Stephen Stafford
Tracy Clark
Johnny Caron
Mark Moody (S6E10)
Keri Mandell (S6E10)
Gail Laux
Shelie Best
Gary Scatchard
Bob Vincent
Sandi Vincent
Trisha Isaac
Glenn Isaac
Peter Burns
Peter Beauchamp
Dave Michael
Rhys Spencer
Dave Larson
Neil Macdonald
Brian McCoy
Steve Brown (S2E13)
Maria Brown

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The Ultraman World Championships are coming next month. But today’s show has nine former World Champions telling stories about their experiences in Kona and about the lead up to the big race. It is just what you need to start getting excited or to take a trip down memory lane.

In coming episodes, listen for some conversations with 2024 Hawaii athletes.

You can go to my podcast website with the following link
https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/
to find the full episodes of each of the guests

Kurt Madden S5E3 -- The World’s first Ultraman : Kurt Madden
Jordan Bryden S1E7 -- The Ultra Spectrum : Rookie to Champion (with guests Andrew Peterson & Jordan Bryden)
Mike Coughlin S2E7 -- A Conversation with 2015 UMWC Champion Mike Coughlin
Dede Griesbauer S3E13 (Part A) -- 2022 World Champions – Dede Griesbauer & Yvonne Timewell
Rob Gray S4E13 -- Ohana Athlete Rob Gray : Comrades Finisher
Simon Cochrane S4E8 -- UM Australia 2023 Preview & Profile of Simon Cochrane
Kate Bevilaqua S5E10 -- Ohana Guest : Kate Bevilaqua -- Ultraman World Champion 2016
Hillary Biscay S6E2 -- Women in Ultra : A Round Table Discussion
Amy Robitaille S3E5 -- Ultra 520K Preview

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
Ultraman World Championships
Ironman World Championships
Ultraman Canada
AMP Human https://amphuman.com/discount/JORDAN15 CODE :JORDAN15
Psoas Recovery https://www.alethahealth.com/?ref=relentless. CODE: relentless
JordanBryden.com
UB 515
Ultraman Florida
IM Frankfurt
IM Cozumel
IM Cancun
Ultraman Wales
Smashfest Queen
UM Australia
Athletic Peak
Badwater

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve Ki

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Gerard Charlton has had a pre Ultraman sporting career and post Ultraman sporting career.

Like most athletes, pre Ultraman, Gerard was all about racing Ironman in Penticton (11 times) and just trying to get a little faster. In 2005, with some prodding from Steve King, Gerard took on Ultraman Canada. At that time in his life, his sports became more about meeting the challenge and doing it for a greater good. These challenges included him becoming the third ever Uberman finisher and completing the Canadian Death Race.

For a quick recap of the Uberman experience you can watch this video on Youtube narrated by Steve King.
Uberman 2018 Youtube video narrated by Steve King Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
Ironman Canada
UM Canada
Canadian Death Race
Uberman
Ironman World Championships
Silk Route
Abbotsford Air Show
Alta Lake Sports Club
1982 Vancouver Triathlon
Iron Cops
Covenant House
Franciscan Sisters of Atonement
Canuck Place

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Tony O’Keeffe (S6E6)
Steve King (S1E1) (S1E2) (S1E3)
Dan Fisher
Grant Fisher
Dave Beardsell
Mike Maraun
Les McDonald
Conall Bar
Tom Price
Steve Wallick
Jean King
Gord Evans
Melissa Urie (S6E4)
Giorgio Alessi
Richardo Alessi
Dan Bercu
Pete McIntosh
Nick Mallett (S2E12)
Randy Cunningham
Devasish Paul
Barry Berg (S1E9)

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Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

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Retired Lieutenant-Colonel, Anthony O’Keeffe, member of the 2003 Canadian Armed Forces Sports Hall of Fame, joins me to discuss his sporting career. A career that includes 33 Ironmans, 9 Ultraman Hawaii races, and 3 solo RAAM races.

Tony shares many tips on how to race these events based on the mistakes that he endured and the successes that he achieved. We discuss his career in the Canadian Armed Forces and how that supported his sporting goals in life.

Now living in Ferrara, Italy, Tony is enjoying the Euro cycling lifestyle and is preparing for his next phase in life which will include his own plane.

Listen to this episode if you want to reminisce about the characters in the early years of Ultraman or if you want to gain insights on how to race these events.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
Canadian Armed Forces sports hall of fame
Tour de France
Giro D’Italia
RAAM
Sebring
Heart of the South
Race around Oregon
Shermer Neck
Ultraman World Championships
Ironman Canada
Ironman World Championships
Canadian forces triathlon team
The Swinging Dixx

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Jackie Cowley
Jimmy Ronn
Dan Bodden
Mark Dwyer
Trish O’Keeffe
Steve King
Marty Raymond
Sergio Cordeiro
Gordo Byrn
Don Fink
Andrew Stanfield
Alexandre Riberio
Mike Coughlin
Tobias Winnemöller
Graham Fraser
Sharon Donnelly (HOF)
Lynne Bermel (HOF)

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Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
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Ingrid Hillhouse is a farmer, a coach, and an addiction expert due to her life experiences. She is a six time 515 distance racer who turned to ultra cycling and randonneuring. We discuss races such as Ultraman, San Diego 300, and Paris-Brest-Paris. She is very open about her life experiences and how they have all brought her to where she is today – In Kona!

Soon she will be releasing her book, Cycling through Life, which accounts her cycling experiences wrapped in her repeated cycles of addiction.

As a Holistic Health Coach and certified Sugar Addiction Recovery Coach she works with others to achieve their goals and overcome obstacles.

You can reach out to Ingrid at her website : https://ingridhillhouse.com/

And on Instagram @ingridhillhousehealth

Watch for her book release through Hasmark publishing and Hay House publishing.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
UM World Championships
Ironman World Championships
Honu 70.3 Hawaii
RAW (Race Across the West)
RAAM
No Country for Old Men
Paris Brest Paris
San Diego 300
MS 150
Escape from Alcatraz
Rocky Racoon 100
UM Canada
Ultra 520K Canada
SugarDetox.com

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Lucy Ryan (S2E5)
Sheryl Cobb (S2E6)
Steffi Steinberg
Melanie Baumann
Gerry Steinberg
Joachim Graf
Janusz Piatkowski de Grzymala
Joan Deitchman
Mike Diechman
Ginger Howell
Carolyn Craig
Achim Bennemann
Franz Schlegel
Manmadh Rebba (S4E3)
Heather Herrick
Deb Banks
Steve Brown (S2E13)
Michael Collins

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Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
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She’s Iron. She’s Ultra. She’s Epic.

After being the second woman ever to complete the Epic 5 in 2017, Melissa Urie set out for an even more superlative title – Uberman. With the help of her amazing crew, Melissa was able to become the first female finisher of Uberman in 2019 (and set the swim record while doing so) in an overall time of 135 hours 55 minutes or 5 days 15 hours 55 minutes.

In this episode, Melissa shares her spirit for participation in these Ultra events and throws in lots of tips learned from her mistakes and triumphs on courses. Get your notebook out and enjoy some more ultra tales.

Melissa keeps a blog with all her adventures. Here is the link to her Uberman experience: https://rangamel.wordpress.com/2019/11/06/uberman/

And her latest adventure as mentioned in the episode – her new baby Evie Winter https://rangamel.wordpress.com/2024/05/04/birth-story-round-2/

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
UM Australia
UM World Championships
UM Canada
Epic 5
Uberman
Ironman Australia
Challenge Wanaka
Ironman New Zealand
Finding Ultra (book)
Challenge Roth
Ironman Cairns
Rottnest Island Swim
RAAM

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

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Steve King is a foundational guest on this podcast. Even though he appeared in the first three episodes (S1E1) (S1E2) (S1E3), I am not sure that we know all about this man. So, I hosted an online Zoom meeting for anyone who wanted to show up and partake in the AMA with Steve.

This episode is the recording from that meeting. You can just look down at the resources and people mentioned to see what a wide variety of questions there was.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
Paris Olympics 2024
Finding Ultra (book)
Greenwood to Midway
Penticton Pounders
Peach Classic Triathlon
International Ultra Triathlon
Faceplants to Finish Lines (Podcast)
Comrades Marathon
Badwater
World 100km Championships
UM Australia
UM World Championships
UM Canada
UltraCzech 515
Ultra 520K Canada
Ultra Tri 515 RD
Run for One Planet
UM Canada
IM Canada
UM Florida
Otillo Swim Run Whistler
Vasaloppet
World Police and Fire Games
Commonwealth Games
FitSpeek Podcast
Haney to Harrison 100km
Detachment Technique

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
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It’s another round table discussion on the state of Ultra. This time I have four female coaches join me to speak specifically about female participation in the sport.

Kate Bevilaqua from (S5E10) is back to lend her knowledge as a three time champion at Ultra 520K Canada, UM Australia, and the World Championships. She also brings years of coaching and her background as a professional long distance triathlete of nearly 20 years.

Kate is co-founder of GK Endurance coaching.

Christine Suter-Rosenfeld is another Ultra 520K Canada champion. Through her coaching services, “Reach, Stretch, Grow” she offers not just physical coaching; but also, counseling, as she has a Masters in Counselling, Psychology,

Shangrila Rendon who previously visited in (S3E3) is a two time Guiness Record setter, best selling author, and three time 515 racer. She is the founder of Feisty Fox Coaching.

The final panelist, Hillary Biscay, is a former pro triathlete with 66 ironman triathlons. In 2013 she became Ultraman World Champion after finishing second there in 2010,

Hillary is founder of Biscay Coaching and co-founder of Smashfest Queenclothing.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
UM Australia
UM World Championships
UM Canada
Kate’s Thanyapura Training Camp in Phuket
Smashfest Queen
RAAM
UM Arizona
IM World Championship Kona
Ultra 355 Australia

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Dede Greisbauer (S3E13)
Courtney Dauwalter
Amy Robitaille (S3E5)
Leanda Cave (S1E8)
AA Girard
Marla Zucht (S1E6)
Christian Isakson (S3E5)
Susan Evans (S3E6)
Michelle Vesterby (S5E13)
Claudia Flynn
Sue Lau
Melanie McQuaid
Mike Plumb

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Two great races are highlighted in the first episode of the season.
UM Australia + UltraMX 515 Non-Stop

First, I have a conversation with the two champions of the 2024 UM Australia that recently wrapped in Noosa. Melinda Cockshutt and Anthony Vloedmans share how the race went for them this year and a little about themselves.

In the second part, friend of the show, Van Sanchez, is back again to introduce the twelve athletes who will be taking part in the gruelling UltraMX 515 Non-Stop (36 hours max - no sleep) on May 31 and June 1st. In a unique preview format, we have three of the athletes join us to explain why they are taking on the Non-Stop.

It will come as no surprise to regular listeners that all six guests have similar feelings about the events, the fellow competitors, and the amazing staff that put these together.
It’s a love fest for Ultra in our season 6 debut episode.

Melinda speaks about Heart of Courage. It is a charity that she founded with her friend and fellow UM Australia athlete Rebecca Hoesche. You can find out more about the charity and donate by following the links below.

Mainpage
https://www.heartofcourage.com.au/

The Heart of Courage Project focuses on improving regional cancer outcomes, proudly supporting and fundraising for Tour de Cure.
https://tourdecure.grassrootz.com/heart-of-courage/

We are working in Partnership with Landcare to buy and plant 1,000 trees to rejuvenate the bush/landscape in the Hastings Region
https://tourdecure.grassrootz.com/heart-of-courage/1000-trees-inspired-by-sadako-and-the-1000-paper-cranes

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
UM Australia
Heart of Courage
Ultra 355
IM Cairns
Triple 7 Marathon
Ultra MX515
Ultra MX 515 Non Stop

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

UM Australia is the focus of this episode once again – like it was a year ago in (S4E8) . I caught up with race director, Jeff Morris, to preview the 40 athletes who are toeing the line in Noosa on May 11-13th.

With only four previous competitors in this year's field there isn’t an outright favourite, like last year’s, Simon Cochrane; but the women’s field looks to be very competitive. We discuss all of the athletes and some of the crew members that are returning as Ohana to support. Take this opportunity to learn more about this 515 race that has been running since 2015.

Follow the athletes on Facebook during the race : https://www.facebook.com/UltramanAustralia

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
UM Australia
Ultra 355 Australia
Hervey Bay 100
515 Podcast : S5E9 -- 515 Round Table Discussion : The State of Ultra Triathlon
Ironman World Championships
Ultraman Arizona
Heart of Courage Project
IM Cairns
Ultra MX 515
Ultra MX 515 Non Stop
Challenge Roth
Ultraman Canada

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331
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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

In this episode, Danish professional Ironman triathlete, Michelle Vesterby, talks about her recent win at her first 515 distance event – Ultraman Arizona. Michelle has competed nine times at the Ironman World Championships in Kona and now may be looking at a November trip to Hawaii.

Michelle’s motto, “Keep Smiling”, was tested in Arizona, but her crew helped to keep her on the course and set UMAZ record times, for women, for each of the three days.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
Ultraman Arizona
Club La Santa
Michelle Vesterby website (coaching)
Tri-training for Women (book)
Keep Smiling (book)
Ironman Arizona
Ironman Lanzarote
Ironman Texas
Ironman World Championships
Norseman Xtreme
Ultraman Canada
Ultraman Hawaii
Ultra 515 Brazil
Uberman
Badwater135

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Lars Schmidt
Claus Vesterby
Legoland
Cannondale
Marcus (son)
Quang -- Artist for bike
HIlary Biscay
Dede Griesbauer (S3E13)
Kate Bevilaqua (S5E10)
Leanda Cave (S1E8)
Simon Cochrane (S4E8)
Amy Robataille (S3E5)
Pia Groennemose
Preston Miller
Maggie Walsh
Maxim Knyezev (S1E4)
Jen McVeay (S2E8)
Fernando Lopez

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Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331
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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Today’s Ohana guest is all heart and one kidney. Race director of Ultra La Isla 520, Cesar Guilbert, is a live kidney donor who was inspired by team Hoyt to take on UltraMX 515 with his friend, Aarón Reza Lozoya, who is a person with quadriplegia.

His story is one of living life in peace by recognizing balance and he tries to share this through La Tribu collective.

We also talk about his race and some of the people that will be attending this year which is happening March 30 - April 2.
Follow the race on Instagram.
La Tribu Website

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
Team Hoyt Youtube video
Boston Marathon
Vibram
Cozumel 70.3
UltraMX 515
La Tribu Collective

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Team Hoyt
Aarón Reza Lozoya
Van Sanchez (S1E6) (S2E13) (S3E9)
Mario Quintero
Lucy Ryan (S2E5)
Bethzabe Vazquez
Jonathà Pérez
Bárbara Guerra
Dr Subash Powar

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331
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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

Insta : 515theultrapodcast

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Kate Bevilaqua has nearly 20 years of professional triathlon experience. She is the winner of three Ironman races, the women's champion of Ultraman World Championships, and the first woman to win an ultra triathlon outright at Ultra 520K Canada in 2016.

Kate continues to race the pro circuit along with her husband, Guy Crawford. Together they run GK Endurance, their one-on-one coaching business. In this episode we discuss her 515 career, her coaching philosophy and her opinions on pro triathlon – present and future. She also shares some of her pro tips, favourite races and most importantly, some of her mistakes.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
Ultra 520 K Canada
Ultraman World Championships
Christ Church Grammar School
Ironman World Championships
IM Coeur d’alene
IM New Zealand
IM Western Australia
Kate’s finish at IM WA.
Tri Travel
Busselton 70.3
IM Korea
IM Louisville
IM Lanzorte
Busso 100
Karri Valley
Phuket Triathlon
Ultraman Australia
Tarawera Ultra-Trail
GK Endurance
Taiwan 70.3
Challenge Wanaka
Challenge Korea
Challenge Taiwan

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Lucy Ryan (S2E5)
John Shields
Jeff Shields
Joanna Lawn
Rebecca Keat
Shane Smith
Guy Crawford
Ross Welton (S5E7)
Ruth Chang
Dustin Gilbert
Hiliary Biscay
Steve King (S1E1) (S1E2) (S1E3)
Juan Arroyo
Simon Cochrane (S4E8)
Steve Brown (S2E13)
Dede Greisbauer (S3E13)

Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Over 150 years of experience are on the podcast today. A big list of big names in the Ultraman/515 world join me for a round table discussion. All of my guests bring unique experiences and backgrounds as we establish some history of the sport before discussing its current state and where we see it moving in the future.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
Ultraman Hawaii
Ultraman World Championships
UM Arizona
UM Florida
Ultraman Wales (UMUK)
Ultra MX 515
UM Canada
Ironman Canada
UltraCzech 515
Ultraman Israel
Sahara Triathlon
Ultra 355
Siberman
Ultraman India
Ultra Tri 515 RD (Dominican)
Ultra 520 K Canada
Ironman World Championships
Ultraman Australia

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Will Rogers has travelled the world competing in 515 events which include Ultraman Canada, Ultra 520K Canada, Ultraman Hawaii, Ultra MX 515, Ultraman Florida, Ultraman Australia and Ultraman Israel. When not competing himself he is often sharing his experience by crewing for other athletes.

In this episode, Will shares stories from many of those events from both the perspective of athlete and crew member.

Will works as a paramedic in the Vancouver area and has volunteered to use those skills helping people in Ukraine during the war. He tells us how and why he got involved and what a day in a war zone is like as a volunteer medic.

If you would like to help or get more information about the organizations that he supports in Ukraine follow these links:

Frontline Medics
De Facto Humanity
Pislya Sluzhby

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
Ironman Canada
Ironman World Championships
UM Canada
Ultraman Wales (UMUK)
Ultra 520 K Canada
UM Florida
Ultraman World Championships
Ultra MX 515
Ultraman Australia
Ultraman Israel
Uberman
Badwater 135
Frontline Medics
De Facto Humanity

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Steve Brown (S2E13)
Dave Scott
Mark Allen
Kevin Sweetman
Al Mac
Mike Lee
Darwin Holt
Lucy Centino
Van Sanchez (S1E6) (S2E13)
Melissa Urie
Juan Craveri (S1E5)
Dan Bercu
Zaide Avi
Tamara Molden

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Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Ross Welton raced the Ultra 520K Canada two times as an athlete – one with greater success than the other. Ross shares how he, and his wife Katie, were both able to stand on top the podium at that race.

These days Ross lives half the year in Mallorca and has been living “the lifestyle” of the island. In the past few years Ross has replaced racing with travelling with friends on ultra cycling trips around Europe with “no point to it”.

This episode has it all for the Ultra athlete – tips and tricks for racing and stories of bucket list adventures.

Ross on Instagram : @RustyWelton

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
Ultra 520 K Canada
Ross Welton’s Youtube Channel
Youtube – The lost Go Pro camera lost at 3:00min
Bradford to Barcelona 2022
Two26 website
Two26 photography Youtube
Rapha Festive 500
Tailfin
Follia 2023 – 3500 km bike trip
Stelvio
Rapha Prestige Gravel Group Event
Team Sky
RAAM
70.3 Austria
IM Texas
IM Lanzarote

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Katie Welton
Steve Brown (S2E13)
Kate Bevilaqua
Steve King (S1E1)
Julie Di
Lucy Ryan (S2E5)
Suzy Serpico
Ginny Sellers
Jack Schofield
Ruth Astle
Sam Proctor
Paul Lund
Claire Steels

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Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

Insta : 515theultrapodcast

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Fifteen time Ultraman Hawaii athlete, Suzy Degazon, joins me to speak about her recent induction into the Ultraman World Championships Hall of Fame that occurred at this year's event.

Suzy has a prolific ultra triathlon career of over 450 events. Just as interesting as some of her athletic endeavors are her stories of the other parts of her life. Suzy has managed to turn some bad situations around and live her best life as a scuba instructor which has also allowed her to travel around the world.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
Rice and Beans restaurant
Vineman
Hawaiian tropic
Trinidad Marathon
Coastal Challenge Costa Rica
Brooks Running
100 mile Amgen Tour
SC cycle club
IUTA
Double Iron distance Levis Quebec Canada
Defi de L’ Mondial de l’endurance
Savoy Hotel
College of Westminster
Hammer Nutrition
Dave’s Bike Shop
San Dimas Aquatics
The Avalon Benefit 50 Mile/50K Run
Catalina Triathlon
Epic 5
Epic 5 Ultra Marathon

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Returning guests, Jakub and Adam Atarsia share stories of brotherly competition in sports and how triathlon is growing in Northern Africa and the Czech Republic through the Ironman brand and the races that they put on.

Together the brothers offer the UltraCzech 515 and a series of races in Algeria – including SaharaMan. Like many race directors these two are trying their best to grow the sport they love. Both brothers have experienced a few changes in their lives since we last checked in with them so it was great to have the opportunity to catch up.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

UltraCzech 515
Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
Saharaman
IM 70.3 Tangier
North Africa Triathlon Federation
IM 70.3 Hradec Králové
Challenge Prague

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Petr Vabroušek
Victoria Atarsia

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Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Manu Garcia, the race director of Infinitri 515, is my guest in this episode which was released early to coincide with race days of the 2023 version – October 19 - 21st.

Being a triathlete himself, he decided to use his Masters in Event Planning and love of the sport to create his own career. His company, Infinitri Sports, puts on various races throughout the year on the Mediterranean coast of Spain.

Manu shares his thoughts on organizing intimate sized Ultraman distance races versus other larger triathlon events his company does and gives us a rundown on his event.

You can follow the athletes participating in the 2023 Infinitri 515 here.
Live GPS tracking : https://live.traky365.com/infinitriman-2023.
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/infinitrisports
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitrisports
Website : https://infinitri.es

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
PTO
Infinitri 113 Triathlon Peñíscola
Infinitri Sprint Vila-real
Infinitri Triathlon Festival
Infinitri Half Ultraman and 515
Infinitri 226 Triathlon Peñíscola
UMUK
Swedeman
Ironman World Championships Hawaii
Alpe d'Huez
IM Lanzarote
Challenge Roth
IM Copenhagen
IM Cozumel
IM Nice
IM Hamburg

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Tim Don
Ashleigh Gentle
Pierre Le Corre
Josh Amberger
Ivan Raña Fuentes
Josef Ajram
Mikel Otaegi Irastorza
Juan Garcia
Paula Miotta
Carolina Granfors

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Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

After walking into Tug’s Tavern Swim, Run, Swim event and finishing 30th out of 400 – a young Kurt Madden thought, ”maybe I can hang with these people”.

A few years later he was regularly travelling to Hawaii to compete in Ironman and Ultraman races. In fact, Kurt was the first winner of Ultraman in 1983. He shares some stories of the early days in Hawaii and how it was viewed as a fad.

He has podiumed as an age grouper more times than can be counted and has three top 10 finishes at the Ironman World Championships when he raced as a pro.

Kurt currently races in the 65 - 69 AG and just returned from the Ironman World Championship in Nice where he finished 12th in his age group. We discuss his racing experience and he shares numerous tips for success in Nice. As a coach, and coach trainer with TriDot, his answers often tend toward helping the listener be a more successful athlete.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
Ironman World Championships
Tug’s Tavern Swim, Run, Swim
Leadville 100
Hardrock 100
TriDot Training

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Steve King (S1E1) (S1E2) (S1E3)
Rudy von Berg
Vespa Power
Tom Warren
Dave Scott
Julie Moss
Scott Molina
Scott TInley
Stu Mittleman
Kelly Madden
Dave Horton
Tarahumara / Rarámuri
Born to Run - Book
Jeff Booher

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Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen

In this episode I do a retrospective look back at some of the most downloaded and most discussed guests that have appeared on 515 : The Ultra Podcast.

Featured excerpts include:
Manmadh Rebba S4E3 -- Ohana Guest / Moab 240 Finisher :
Ferg Hawke S3E10 -- Ultramarathon Man
Dede Griesbauer S3E13 (Part A) -- 2022 World Champions
Arnaud Selukov S2E3 - Leaving the Grind for the love of Tri
Rick Kent S3E8 -- Conversation with 5 time RAAM finisher

Every episode remains available free to download in the podcast library.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Ben Peresson and Richard Groome from UMUK join me to talk about their ultra races and share their backgrounds in the sport.

Ben is a “black shirt” Norseman Xtreme racer and Marathon Des Sables finisher. Richard has taken on The Brutal and rode every stage of the Tour de France with a magazine map as his guide.

Together, they, like many race directors, fell into organizing the UMUK rather than see it go away. We discuss the direction of their events and they give an excellent description of what makes the Snowdonia region of Wales an exceptional place to host a 515 event.

This year's event is happening September 1 - 3, 2023. You can follow on Instagram.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
Norseman Xtreme
Marathon Des Sables
UMUK
Ironman Wales
The Brutal
Parkrun
Ironman World Championships
Ironman Lanzarote
Raid Pyrenees
Tour de France
Sail 4 Cancer
OxFam
Snowdonia Society
UM Canada
Ultra 520K Canada
Finding Ultra – book
Ultra MX 515
Becoming Forrest: One man's epic run across America – book
Great DIvide Ride
Race Across America

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Carol Peresson
Andrea Pocher
Claire Peresson
Darren Welsh
Lance Armstrong
Andy Hayward
Steve Brown (S2E13)
Rich Roll
Charlotte Chambers
Mark Beaumont
Van Sanchez (S2E13)
Rob Pope

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Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331
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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

Insta : 515theultrapodcast

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Rob Gray is a world traveller who has benefited from the transition to remote work. He describes himself as a Boulder guy from South Africa with a British passport. We caught up during a two week period that he was home packing to move the family to Phuket, Thailand after returning from competing at the Comrades Marathon in South Africa.

Rob won his first Ultraman race in Florida in 2016 and went on to race in Hawaii that same year finishing second. In fact he has stood on all three levels of the podium on the big island with a win in 2017. He shares a number of tips about training and racing the 515 distance that he has garnered over the years.

These days he works (remotely) full time as a coach through his website UltramanCoach.com along with his friend and 2015 Ultraman Hawaii champion, Mike Coughlin, who was on the podcast in S2E7.

You can also reach Rob at RobGray.org

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
Comrades Marathon
UltramanCoach.com
Ultraman World Championships
Norseman
10 - 10 - 10 Challenge
Ultraman Florida
Diamond Bikes
UltraHeidi.com

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Jurgen Zack
Nick Mallett (S2E12)
Michelle Gray
Tyler Gray
Giselle Gray
Tim Sheeper
Ian Hersey
Inaki De La Parra
Arnaud Selekov (S2E3)
Jeremy Howard (S2E8)
Richard Thompson
Jordan Bryden (S1E7)
Petr Vabrousek (S2E2)
Dede Griesbauer (S3E13)
Steven Keller (S2E10)
Barry Berg
Heidi Buttery (S4E10)
Acyr Luz
Shannon Callies

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Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

Insta : 515theultrapodcast

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.

We originally thought Dee Fuller overcame the usual body issues when stressing the body in an ultra event on her way to her second women’s win at UM Australia. A few days later she went public on Facebook about struggling with an eating disorder leading up to, and while competing this year. Something I was not aware of when we recorded this conversation.

During our conversation she was open about various eating disorders, multiple PTSD triggers and other mental health struggles brought on by a variety of traumas. (trigger alerts)

She wants to discuss mental health issues in an open forum in hopes of helping others feel comfortable to do so and to help others recognize that they are not the only one’s suffering.

Her May 20th Facebook post in which she shares her current struggle can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/dee.fuller.125/posts/pfbid03dCrwzABMSFoK2eromiCTn75CCY13YEkUL6KeBP2PYex6rzGmkvTScGxHdsJyJjHl

This episode is the second of two that I have used to focus on Mental Health in the ultra community. The first was Season 4, Episode 2, when I spoke with Heidi Buttery who has created a website with a multitude of resources.

If you require help or want to help someone else that you know is suffering, check out Heidi’s website, UltraHeidi.com, or contact your local Mental Health hotline in your area.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra TriFest Canada
Ultra 515 World Wide Championships
UM Australia
70.3 Bintan
70.3 Sri Lanka
IM Cairns
The Blue Hat – Used in the FB post for this episode
Sunshine Coast marathon
Challenge Korea
Ultra 355 Australia

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Shane Duffy (S4E5)
Simone Cochrane (S4E8)
Dan Fuller
Mary Knott
Dale Jordan
John Domandl

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Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

This is a special episode crossover between 515 : The Ultra Podcast and Fitspeek, hosted by Kevin Heinze. We recorded this conversation together and are both releasing the same episode to our audiences.

We share stories about podcasting and our backgrounds for each other’s audience.

Larry shares breaking Ultra news about new races coming to Whistler, BC in August 2024. As a bonus for listeners who subscribe and listen early, you have the opportunity to sign up for these new events before the news is broken anywhere else. With limited slots available, we hope that you take advantage.

Listen to Fitspeek.

Information about the new Ultra TriFest Canada and registration is available here.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

A2bikes
Ultra 520K Canada
IM Coeur D’alene
Terry Fox Run
Wasa Lake
Great White North
IM Canada
UM Arizona
UM Canada
Breakfast with Bob
IM Mt Tremblant
Ultra Mx 515
Ultra Czech 515
Ultra 515 Brazil
UMUK
Infiniti Man
Fraser Regional Correctional Center
Alouette Correctional Center
Triathlon Magazine Canada
Challenge Penticton
Super League
Tuktoyaktuk
Ultra TriFest Canada
Xterra Whistler
Endurance Specific Coaching
Swim Run Whistler
Comfy Numb
IM Canada Whistler
Siberman 515

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

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Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331
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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Heidi Buttery went from ultra high wealth financial advisor to ultra athlete. After going through a “mental breakthrough” manic episode she has become interested in helping others who struggle with mental health issues. In 2014, she raced Ironman to raise funds and awareness for NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). She has become a strong proponent for normalizing talk about mental health and shares her journey during our conversation.

In 2015, she shifted her nutrition expertise from general knowledge to specialized sports nutrition and now helps others with developing nutritional plans.

All of these interests reside at her website : UltraHeidi.com.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

UM Canada
IM Santa Rosa
IM Cozumel
IM Coeur d’Alene
IM Lake Tahoe
Bipolar Disorder Type 1
Team Sheeper
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
IM Foundation Athlete
UCAN Sport supplements
Epic 5
Finding Ultra – Rich Roll
Epic 5 Ultra Run
UltraHeidi.com/Ohana
Special Olympics Hawaii
355 Cozumel
Badger 355

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Steve King
Paul Buttery
Aiden Buttery
Leanda Cave
President Obama
Tim Sheeper
Jack Roo
Michele Santilhano
Suzy Degazon
Lisa Ledesma
Rebecca Morgan
Marc Galietta
Yao Kazato

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Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331
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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

This episode features Armando Armellini an athlete who has competed at numerous IM events, Epic 5, and 7 Ultraman events since 2016, including 4 consecutive Ultraman’s in 2022. He is the architect of El Plan (a way to pace 515 distances) and was the first person to attempt to complete all four UM branded races in a single year.

Armando lives Aloha, Ohana, and Kokua. In his day job as an executive coach he puts these into his practice. Recently, Armando has been certifying in triathlon coaching and hopes to blend that into his current occupation as a one stop shop for life coaching and athletic coaching.

If you would lie to reach out to Armando:
Instagram : AArmellini
Facebook : Armando Armellini

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Houston Space Center
Captex Triathlon may 2011 may 29 this year
70.3 Miami
Triathlon Magazine
Wide World Sports
IM Texas
Im Arizona
IM Florida
Ultraman Florida
Carmichael Training Systems CTS
IM Austria
Challenge Roth
IM Mt Tremblant
El Plan
Ultraman Arizona
Ultraman Canada
Ultraman Hawaii
Tetramando
Neuro Linguistic Programming

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Shane Duffy (S4E5)
José Altuve
Kristin Armellini
Mieko Carolina Armellini
Emiko Francesca Armellini
Lindsay Golich
Consuela Lively
Trung Lively
Fernando Alonso
Michelle Williamson
Billy Rickards
Jeremy Howard (S2E8)
Jen McVeay (S2E8)
Phil Cuppernell
Steven Keller (S2E10)
Howie Nordstrom
Chad Bentley (S1E1)

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Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331
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In this special release I speak with Steve King who was announcing at the event to get the rundown of what happened over the three days in Noosa this year at UM Australia. I also speak with Shane Duffy to put a final pin in his record breaking six 515 races in a year.

Each of the champions, Simon Cochrane and Dee Fuller also stop in for a chat about how the race unfolded for each of them. Simon set a new world record time of 19:48:47 while smashing the previous UM Australia record by over 1:30 minutes.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman World Championships
Ultra 355 Australia
The Detachment Technique App
Detachmenttechnique.com
Athletic Peak
Badwater

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

UM Australiais the focus of this episode. I have a chat with race director, Jeff Morris, to preview a few of the 45 athletes who are toeing the line in Noosa this weekend. Like most 515 races, the line up includes some big names with lofty goals like Richard Thompson and his sub 20 challenge, and some people who are just challenging themselves to complete the distance. We discuss the variety of situations that bring people to take on a 515 event..

My athlete in profile is New Zealand’s Simon Cochrane. Simon is a pro triathlete with 37 Ironmans on his resume but is taking on the 515 distance for the first time. He is the owner of Athletic Peak, a coaching and conditioning business which focuses on supporting athletes along their endurance journey. Building to the lead up of UM Australia, Simon has recently topped the podium in a couple of ultra runs including winning “the claw”, a feat not previously attained at the Blue Lake 24 hour Challenge.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

UM Australia
Ultra 355 Cozumel
Ultra 355 Texas
IM Cairns
IM Canada
IM Western Australia
Basque Country
Ultraman Florida
Ultraman Arizona
Taupo 100 km Ultra
Blue Lake 24hr Challenge
Tarawera 100 mile Ultra
IM New Zealand
WynRepublic
IM Japan
Badwater
Marathon Des Sables
Negative Split Carbon
Athletic Peak

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

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Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331
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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Günter Pilz, aka Ultra Pilz, is a three time UltraCzech 515 finisher and a man who creates his own Ultra “Adventures”.

He funds his adventures with his day job as a secondary school teacher in Linz, Austria where he works with a lot of refugee students. He created a running club at his school to keep those students moving and to share the benefits of sport.

From his central European home base he often travels to take on ultra adventures and to meet with friends to share a pint at a local brewery. He is also an amateur beer sommelier.

If you are looking for new adventures yourself, he curates an Ultratriathlon Website that lists events around the world.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Blue Danube UltraTri 24
Backyard Ultra Cross Country Ski
Danube 600
Ultra Winter Tri 24
24 hr Foot race
UltraPilz.org
Ultratriathlon Website
Beertasting-App

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Adam and Jakub Atarsia (S2E2)
UltraCzech 515
Triathlon North Africa
Neil Young
Rory Gallagher

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331
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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Alex Luna, one of the many “race directors” of the UB 515 joins me today to speak about the 10 year anniversary of the Ultra 515 race in Ubatuba, Brazil.

We discuss the history of the race in Brazil and its connection to the roots in Hawaii with Curtis Tyler. Alex shares his experience with the sport and the lifelong friendships that have come from it. Finally we discuss this year's edition of the race and what to expect from its competitors.

You can follow the UB 515 on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/ub515ultramanbrasil/?hl=en

Resources mentioned in this episode:

UB 515
Ultra 520k Canada
Ultraman Hawaii
Ultraman Canada
Ultraman Florida
Ultraman Australia

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Alexandre Ribeiro
Sergio Cordeiro
Vanuza Maciel
Paulo Calll
Lucy Ryan (S2E5)
Jane Bockus (S1E4)
Cory Foulk
Nick Mallett (S2E12)
Curtis Tyler
Lesley Tyler
John Collins
Andrea Luna
Miriam Luna
Anitta Luna
Andrius Luna
Fabiano Peres
Luiz Rissato
Denis Crozariol
Marcio Takeushi
Rafael Ferreira
Raphael Zagury
Rubnei Alexsander
Sandro Tanaka

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Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

From Phoenix, Arizona this is your day three race recap of Ultraman Arizona 2023. Find theDay 1 & 2 Recap here. Unfortunately, Jen McVeay was busy with her duties as race director and was unable to contribute to this recap.

What a day three it was. It lived up to the hype, producing a new World Record time for the 33 year old Max Kniazev.

There will be one more Special Edition episode available in this series when I speak with Max and the women's champion Cythnia Bartus. Direct Link here.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Arizona
Ultraman World Championships
Ultraman Florida
Ultraman Wales
520K Canada
Ultraman Australia

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Jen McVeay (S2E8)
Shane Duffy (S4E5)
Cynthia Bartus
Keri Mandell
Karen Bonnett
Pierce Showe
Vedant Nangare
Billy Rickards
James Scanlan
Mike McGuire
Mike Kowalski
Juan "Chamba" Arroyo
Kate Bevilaqua
Richard Thompson
Maxsim Kniazev (S1E4)
Jeff Parrett
Mila Borodavkina

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Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

Insta : 515theultrapodcast

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

This is the final Special Edition from Ultraman Arizona for 2023. In this episode, I catch up with the two winners at the awards night to speak about how they felt about the race.

Cynthia Bartus, age 45, from Pennsylvania, is the 2023 women's winner and Maxsim Kniazev is the NEW WORLD RECORD holder and winner on the men's side.

I also speak with Shane Duffy from Australia who now has completed five of the six races in his quest to become the first person on the planet to complete six 515 races in a 12 month period.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Arizona
El Plan
Ultra515 Mexico
Ultraman Florida
Ultraman Australia

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Cynthia Bartus
Steve Thompson
Mary Latza
Randy Latza
Mary Knott
Maxsim Kniazev (S1E4)
Mila Borodavkina
Steve Keller (S2E7)
James Scanlan
Richard Thompson
Petr Vabrousek (S2E2)
Shane Duffy (S4E5)
Mark Moody
Dan Attard
Ricky Soos
Caroline Bloom (S2E8)
Alison Duffy
Brooke Duffy
Jen McVeay (S2E8)

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Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

Insta : 515theultrapodcast

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Coming soon -- it's late.

I am joined in this episode by Shane Duffy from Australia as my Athlete in Profile for the 2023 Ultraman Arizona race.

This is the second episode released this week, as I also do a Race Preview with UMAZ race director, Jen McVeay and the voice of 515 everywhere, Steve King. Listen to that episode here.

As you will hear in this episode, when Shane starts something new he jumps all in. A personality trait that has led him to attempt to complete six 515 races in just 12 months. UMAZ is race number five.

As a result of our conversation, I took on a role as one of his crew for the race, so watch the 515 Podcast (listed below) socials for updates on our adventure. And if you are looking for race updates for UMAZ be sure to check out their socials at:

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/ultramanarizona/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/UltramanArizona

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Indian Pacific Wheel Race
Terra Australis
Ultraman Canada
Ultraman Florida
Ultraman Australia
Ultraman Hawaii
IM Cairns
Cairns 70.3
2015 Women’s World Cup Soccer

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Don Bradman
Nick Mallett (S2E12)
Mike Hall
Steve King (S1 Episodes 1-3)
Sheryl Cobb (S3E11)
Dave Cobb (S2E6)
Miguel Lopez
Richard Thompson
Matt Turvey
Warrick Semit
Gail Laux
Arnaud Selekov (S2E3)
Elías Sánchez Quirante
Armando Armellini
Alison Duffy
Brooke Duffy
Heather Duffy
Alen Stajcic

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Ultraman Arizona 2023 takes place from March 17 - 19. I have returning to the podcast, race director, Jen McVeay, and the 515 announcer extraordinaire, Steve King to preview the athletes competing in this year's race.

It is a smaller field with just 3 women and 19 men, but some great athletes will be vying to set the official race records in their respective age groups and overall, as last year’s race (the inaugural) had to cancel the swim due to poor water conditions.

Join us as we discuss the resumes of these Ultra athletes so you know who to follow through the race socials for updates.

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/ultramanarizona/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/UltramanArizona

Also, as part of a double episode release this week, I have S4E5 also dropping simultaneously. Check out my Athlete in Profile for UMAZ with Shane Duffy.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Today’s Ohana guest, Manmadh Rebba, is a multiple finisher of 515 races and ultramarathons. His ultra journey has taken him from a company 5k to completing the Moab 240. In his day job he works as an architect and project management consultant, and he uses that as a metaphor for his new endurance coaching platform - Re-Design Me. He wants to help athletes, especially Indian athletes, to find the path to live Aloha, Ohana, and Kokua while living a sustainable lifestyle.

We speak about a number of topics including his volunteer work with Big Brothers and tutoring homeless youths for which he received a Presidential Volunteer Service Award in 2016 from president Barack Obama.

Contact Info for Manmadh:

Website: www.manmadh.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/manmadhrebba
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UltraManJourney/

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Manmadh’s Facebook Post about Immigration Story (Nov 21, 2022)
School on Wheels
Big Brothers
Ultraman Florida
Ultraman World Championships
Moab 240
Keys 100
Canyons 100k
Barkley Fall Classic
Barkley Marathons
Ultra 520k Canada
https://www.manmadh.com/
Re-Design Me

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Staci Studer
Ardis Bow
Caroline Bloom (S2E3)
Marcos Moya
Sidharth Routray
Sheryl Cobb (S2E8)
Antonina Reznikov
Randy Latza
Kurt Madden
Shane Duffy (S4E4)
Peter O’Connor
Gary "Lazarus Lake" Cantrell
Abhay Kelkar (S1E3)
Steve Brown (S2E13)
Vedant Nangare
Milind Soman

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Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Race director of Ultraman Florida, Jen McVeay, and the voice of Ultraman, Steve King join me to preview the athletes attending the 2023 version of the race on February 9 - 11. We discuss some of the athletes' race resumes and connections to the Ultra family.

In the second part of the episode I have a conversation with one of the athletes - Amy Jo Jenkins from Arkansas. This will be Amy’s first 515 distance event and she shares some of the anxieties of a rookie 515 athlete who will be racing with a rookie crew.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Francesco Magisano is my Ultraman Florida athlete in profile. At ten months old Francesco was diagnosed with eye cancer and by age 16 things went completely dark with blindness for him. He found his way to sport through Achilles International, a global adaptive sports and advocacy organization serving people with disabilities. That has led to him working for Achilles as the director of the New York metro region where he also leads a Saturday run group in Central Park.

He will be the first blind athlete to attempt Ultraman Florida, but the third blind athlete to compete at a 515 distance race. Raphael Jamie has previously completed UltraMX 515 and John Domandl was the first, in 2015 at Ultraman Australia.

Brian Hammond, Francesco's coach, also joins the conversation to speak about his role as his guide for the race. Brian is an alumni of UMFL from 2016 and an experienced crew member who has a long ultra resume to back up his advice.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Florida
Achilles International
IM Arizona
2020 Tokyo Paralympic Cycling Trials
Trufit Solutions
Telluride Adaptive Sports Program
The Count of Monte Cristo (Book) by Alexandre Dumas
Mighty Man Montauk Sprint Triathlon
USA Paratriathlon National Championships
Boston Half Marathon
NYC Marathon
Boston Marathon
Marine Core 10K
Dallas 50K
Leadville 100
SBT Grvl - Black Course
Vermont 100

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Jen McVeay (S2E8) (S2E10) (S2E11)
Steve King (S1E1) (S1E2) (S1E3)
Amy Jo Jenkins (S4E2)
Sarah Hammond
Avery Hammond
Sophia Hammond
Thomas Chapman

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Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

Insta : 515theultrapodcast

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

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Host : Larry Ryan
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Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For the final episode of this season 515 is offering you a special double episode.
This is Part A.

Link to Part B

My two Ohana guests today share a number of ideas that have propelled them to the top of the podium in world events in 2022. They are both in their 50’s; they both believe in doing more than just swimming, biking and running to stay in shape; and they believe the records they are setting are only there to push other women to break them.

My first guest, Dede Griesbauer, is currently the oldest pro triathlete on the planet at the age of 52. She smashed the 50 - 59 age group record at the Ultraman World Championship in 2022 where she topped the women’s podium against, what Steve King states is, one of the toughest women's fields to face off on the big island. Dede proudly coaches in the Julie Dibbens crew and is also a broadcaster for Ironman Live when not training or racing herself.

The second guest is Yvonne Timewell, amateur triathlete from Penticton, BC, who won the 2022 Ironman World Championship in the 55-59 age group. Yvonne used the toughness she learned on day 3 of the Ultraman Canada race in 2014 to propel her to multiple podium finishes in Kona over the years.

Both guests share great stories and tips that will surely entertain and help any athlete.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

IM UK
Ironman World Championships
Ultraman World Championships
Ultraman Florida
Wharton School of Business
Vineman Triathlon
IM Florida
IM European Championship Frankfurt
IM Coeur D’Alene
Ironman Live
Ultraman Arizona
UB 515 Brazil
UltraCzech 515
Penticton Triathlon Club
Zwift Team
2:18 Run
KINeSYS Sunscreen
Specialized Canada
Lever Running System
Normatec Boots
Ironman Canada
Ultraman Canada
Ultra 355 Canada
Stelvio Pass
Oregon Gravel Grinder

Shout-outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

For the final episode of this season 515 is offering you a special double episode. This is Part B.

Link to Part A

My two Ohana guests today share a number of ideas that have propelled them to the top of the podium in world events in 2022. They are both in their 50’s; they both believe in doing more than just swimming, biking and running to stay in shape; and they believe the records they are setting are only there to push other women to break them.

Part A
My first guest, Dede Griesbauer, is currently the oldest pro triathlete on the planet at the age of 52. She smashed the 50 - 59 age group record at the Ultraman World Championship in 2022 where she topped the women’s podium against, what Steve King states is, one of the toughest women's fields to face off on the big island. Dede proudly coaches in the Julie Dibbens crew and is also a broadcaster for Ironman Live when not training or racing herself.

Part B
The second guest is Yvonne Timewell, amateur triathlete from Penticton, BC, who won the 2022 Ironman World Championship in the 55-59 age group. Yvonne used the toughness she learned on day 3 of the Ultraman Canada race in 2014 to propel her to multiple podium finishes in Kona over the years.

Both guests share great stories and tips that will surely entertain and help any athlete.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

IM UK
Ironman World Championships
Ultraman World Championships
Ultraman Florida
Wharton School of Business
Vineman Triathlon
IM Florida
IM European Championship Frankfurt
IM Coeur D’Alene
Ironman Live
Ultraman Arizona
UB 515 Brazil
UltraCzech 515
Penticton Triathlon Club
Zwift Team
2:18 Run
KINeSYS Sunscreen
Specialized Canada
Lever Running System
Normatec Boots
Ironman Canada
Ultraman Canada
Ultra 355 Canada
Stelvio Pass
Oregon Gravel Grinder

Shout-outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Today’s guest, JD Tremblay, discovered that his body was able to sustain the trials of an Ironman (without any effects) when he did his first race, with no training, to check it off the bucket list.

This led JD to push the boundaries to see where he would hit the wall. After competing in two 515 races he jumped at an opportunity to do the Epic5 ten-year-anniversary race – EPIC DECA , where he was the third and final finisher of the event.

Today JD is working on giving back to the tri community with a race for youth in Mexico. Check out the GoFundMe he has to support this cause which he speaks about in this episode.
Support kids in pursuing their athletic dreams! https://gofund.me/b56ac89c

JD also speaks about his book Hunger for More in Life, soon to be published at Amazon, which he wrote to share his story and some training tips. (link to follow when available)

You can reach out to JD on instagram : @jdtremblaytri

Resources mentioned in this episode:

World Sprint Relay Montreal
World Sprint Triathlon Montreal
70.3 World Championship St George
Ultraman World Championships
Ironman Mt. Tremblant
Ironman Louisville
Ultraman Canada
Epic Sports Performance
UltraMX 515

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Dede Griesbauer
Yvonne Timewell
Shane Mascarin (S2E4)
Jeff Schiller
Kristian Blummenfelt
Van Sanchez (S1E6) (S3E9)
Joe Jaffe
Chad Bentley (S1E1)
Sara Mascarin
Michelle Bukowski
Other crew member
Michelle Cevicherria (S3E9)
Paco and Miriam
Rich Roll
Altis Sports Club
Julian Summers (S3E1)

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Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331
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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

In this special edition of the podcast, Steve King files a report on how the events played out for the athletes at the 2022 Ultraman World Championships.

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Steve King (S1E1) (S1E2) (S1E3)
Barry Berg (S1E9)
Ryan Rinear
Dede Griesbauer
Rob Gray
Leanda Cave (S1E8)
Steven Keller (S2E10)
Richard Thompson
Jon Greyell
Tara Norton
Antonina Reznikov
Jamie Harris (S2E11)
Rodrigo Vasconcellos
Alessandro Medeiros
Miguel Madrid Lopez
Acyr da Luz
Armando Armellini
Ariel Gorga
Gary Wang (S2E6)
Juan Craveri (S1E5)

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Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331
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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

Insta : 515theultrapodcast

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

It has been 3 long years since the Ohana has had the opportunity to have a family reunion on the big island at the Ultraman World Championships. Sheryl and Dave Cobb are happy to be hosting 40 athletes from 15 countries at this race once again.

Sheryl gives us the roster of athletes and Steve King joins us to share his insights and statistical knowledge of a field that he says may be the strongest that he has seen compete at a single race.

There are plenty of stories to be played out between those who are there to complete and those who are there to compete -- especially in the women's field. These include, an athlete looking to be the oldest woman to finish an Ultraman event at age 67, an athlete looking to win her 5th World Championship at 5 different distances, an athlete who is competing in their 20th consecutive World Championship, and an athlete looking to go sub 20 hours.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman World Championships
Ironman World Championships
Ironman 70.3 World Championships
UltraMx 515
UltraMx 515 Non-Stop
Epic 5
Ultraman Florida
Ultraman Canada
Epic Deca
Challenged Athletes Foundation
Badwater 135
Ultra Tri Sweden 615
UB 515
Israman
Ultra Israel

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Few Canadians have the ultra running resume of my Ohana guest, Ferg Hawke. He has raced in Western States, Marathon Des Sables, and Badwater. In triathlon, he represented Canada at the World Triathlon Championships and has competed in Kona for both the Ironman World Championships and the Ultraman World Championships.

Ferg has challenged all of the big names in Ultra and made friendships along the way. He has compelling stories about his adventures and the people who have shared them. As a top performer in the sport he also gives great insights into training and volume.

Now age 65, he has slowed the pace a little but the outdoor adventures continue and he still has another Chuckanut 50 on the horizon.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Rose City 50
The Eagle 100
Western States
Marathon Des Sables
100km World Championship
Badwater
Ironman World Championships
Ultraman World Championships
World Triathlon Championships
Grouse Grind
Vancouver Marathon
Vancouver Sun Run
Bellingham Triathlon
Chuckanut Mountain 50k
Knee Knacker 50k
CCC - UTMB
IM Canada
UM Canada
The Distance of Truth Documentary
Valley of Fire Marathon
Impossible 2 Possible
IM Coeur d’Alene
Rim 2 Rim 2 Rim

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Bill Hawke
Robert Lang
Hayden Hawks
Max King
Dr Jack Taunton
Carter Hawk
Connie Hawk
Cheryl Hawk
Steve King
Moe Beaulieu
Monica Fernandez
Patrick Bauer
Magnus Verbrugge
Dean Karnazes
Charlie Engle
Christopher Bergland
Chris Kostman
Scott Jurek
Ray Zahab
David Goggins
Marshall Urlich
Graham Fraser
Jane Bockus
David Secord
Gerry Van de Wint
Ryan Mackenzie
John Nickles
Sharon Secord
Anatoly Levsha
Jochen Demback

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Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

Insta : 515theultrapodcast

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Some people make it to the 515 distance and still don’t find it to go far enough. Today’s UltraMX 515 Athlete in Profile, Carlos Pena, is one of those athletes. After previously completing the Mexican 515 race, he took on the non-stop 515 – two times. He has also completed triple and quintuple long distance triathlon events.

Next up for this man is a Deca in Mexico (10 long distance events in 10 days) and a continuous Deca in Brazil next spring.

Carlos shares information about his training volume as well as how he adjusts it depending on the event and many other tips about going long.

UltraMX 515 race director, Van Sanchez, joins me in the second part of the episode for a preview of all of the athletes who will be competing at the event from October 28-30th.

Follow the event as it happens from the races Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/ultramx_series/

In the third segment, Michelle Cevicherria, Van’s partner in life and business, joins the conversation to talk about the new Ultra 515 Texas that they are introducing to the world in May 2023. Stay tuned for race updates at https://www.instagram.com/ultratx515/

Resources mentioned in this episode:

UltraMX 515
UltraMX 515 Non-stop
Deca Ultra Tri Mexico
Brazil Deca Tri
Blazing 7’s 100 mile
Louisville IM
Marathon Des Sables
RAAM
Ultra 355 Canada
Breakfast with Bob Podcast
Rich Roll Podcast
Ultra 355 Cozumel
IM Cozumel
Ultra Guachochi
IM Tempe
IM Flagstaff

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or where you get your pods.

I would like to hear from you and who you think should be interviewed.
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Not every man can hear that he has Multiple Sclerosis and decide that he has become even more special. My guest in this episode did exactly that. Rick Kent is not only a 4-time 515 finisher and 5-time RAAM finisher, he is also an accomplished sports photographer.

Rick shares many tips about racing and what were his favourite events that he has both competed and worked at as a photographer. From the opening questions about his life in Austin, Texas you will be hooked to listening to his tales.

You can contact Rick through DM on Facebook or at his email address RKent@mac.com and ask him your own questions about RAAM if you are considering the race.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

ABC Wide World of Sports
Austin City Limits
SXSW
Ironman World Championships
Giro d’Italia Una Tappa
Iron Alps
Defi Triathlon
Paris Brest Paris
Race across America (RAAM)
Spenco 500
Furnace Creek 500 (508)
Badwater
Ultraman Canada
Ultraman World Championships
Austin 3M Half Marathon
Upcoming Book: Ultimate Attitude

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Nick Mallett
Sergio Cordeiro
Steve Miller
Al Green
Rolling Stones
Billie Eilish
Yeah, Yeah, Yeahs
Stevie Ray Vaughan
Jimmie Vaughan
Jeff “Iron” Montgomery
Kevin Bice
Eric Clapton
Bonnie Raitt
Dominic Callard
Jane Bokus
Erik Seedhouse
Ann Bond
Bob Fourney
Cindy Steiger
Chris Kostman
John Marino
Pete Penseyres
Mike Gladu
Annette Davis
Cindy Saiter
Jay Sutherland
Davis Phinney
Lance Armstrong

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Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or where you get your pods.

I would like to hear from you and who you think should be interviewed.

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

My Ohana guest in this episode is the men’s winner of UMC 2022 – Christian Isakson. Christian has competed in six 515 events including the Ultraman World Championships in which he had a near fatal bike accident in 2013.

The UltraMX 515 Athlete in Profile is a self professed “regular athlete - mom of four, with a day job” – Delia Luján from Mexico. Delia has already competed at the UltraMX 515 once, but she is drawn back by the lure of the Ohana. Delia is an author and regular media contributor in the field of nutrition.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Terry Fox Run
Ultra 355 Canada
Ultraman Canada
Ameena Project
Accountable2u
Epic 5
Ultraman World Championships
Ultraman Florida
Living the Warrior Code
Ultra 355 Cozumel
Ultra515MX
Ultraman Australia
Delia’s Book : Nutriendo con amor: Cómo generar hábitos saludables y relaciones sanas y alegres con la comida (Spanish Edition)
Delia Lujan IG
Delia’s Website (in progress)

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

___________________________________________________________

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

Insta : 515theultrapodcast

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or where you get your pods.

I would like to hear from you and who you think should be interviewed.

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

The 515 Ultra Podcast completes its on the road in Penticton vacay with the Ultra 520K Canada finale recap.

In this episode, I speak with the winners – Jeremy Hopwood (27:38:06) and Susan Evans (31:37:40) live from the finish line. Susan has set a record as the first woman in her age group (60-69) to complete an Ultra race.

The rest of this episode is a series of memories told by the staff and athletes that have been coming to Steve Brown’s races since 1993. As regular listeners know, Steve is retiring the Ultra 520K Canada race and will be putting on a new Ultra race at the 355k distance as an attempt to better more Ironman athletes and introduce them to Ultra distances.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultra 520K Canada
Ultraman Canada
Steve King 100km Classic
Peach City Runners
Ultraman World Championships
Ultraman Florida
UltraMX 515
Ultraman Australia
Challenge Roth
Ultra 355 Canada
Skaha Lake Ultra Swim results
Ironman Canada

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Larry Ryan presents a Day 3 race recap from the final Ultra 520 K Canada with the final results and Champions highlighted -- Jeremy Hopwood & 63 year old **Susan Evans.

Mentioned:**Ultra 355 Canada -- show of interest

Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

Insta : 515theultrapodcast

Larry Ryan presents a Day 2 race recap from the final Ultra 520 K Canada.

Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

Insta : 515theultrapodcast

Today's bonus is a recap by Larry Ryan of Day 1 of the final Ultra 520 K Canada.

Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

Insta : 515theultrapodcast

The 515 Ultra Podcast is on the road in Penticton for the two weekends of Aloha, Ohana and Kokua that are UMC and Ultra520K Canada. In this episode, I speak with the winners of UMC 2022 – Amy Robitaille (24:47:16) and Christian Isakson (25:49:51) at the finish line.

Also, Steve King and I discuss the resumes of the sixteen athletes who will take on the final Ultra 520K Canada race this coming weekend hosted by Steve Brown and his team.

It is Ohanafest in Penticton.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Insta : 515theultrapodcast

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or where you get your pods.

I would like to hear from you and who you think should be interviewed.
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Not every athlete who challenges the 515 distance has completed 20 Ironmans, or have been winners in their age groups, or are Ultra marathon junkies. Some just work their way up the distances and prepare to take on the 515 distance with a hope of just finishing. My guest today, Gloria Aguilera, did not do any of that. Her first triathlon was the Ultra 355 in Cozumel and now she is my guest as the UltraMX 515 athlete in profile.

She is lucky to have an experienced guide in the form of husband Jose Postigo, a 2 time finisher of UltraMX 515 and 2 time finsiher of the UltraMX 515 Non Stop. He also joins our conversation and shares some of his stories about those races.

Gloria brings a great perspective to the 515 personal challenge. She recognizes her athletic shortcomings and is not out to win it all. Both her and Jose are in it for the fun, the Ohana, and to live a healthy lifestyle.

Steve King shares the background of the UltraMX 515 race director and coach of Gloria, Van Sanchez.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Boston Marathon
Ironman World Championships
Ultra 355 Cozumel
IM Los Cabos
IM Cozumel
UMUK
UltraMX 515 Series
Ultra 355 Australia
Ultra 355 Canada

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Inaki de la Parra
Debbie Jones
Brian Jones
Ramiro Gutierrez
Miguel Aguilar
Michelle Echeverria
Jorge Cabrera
Samantha Portilla
Will Rogers
JD Tremblay
Chad Bentley (S1E1)
Brad Sawa (S1E10)
Van Sanchez (S1E6)
Fernanda Cantu
Mario Esparza
Carlos Peña
Melissa Peña
Delia Lujan
Miguel Garcia (S1E6)

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Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331
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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast
Instagram: 515theultrapodcast

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or where you get your pods.

I would like to hear from you and who you think should be interviewed.

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

In this episode I speak with Ohana athlete, Shagrila Rendonof Feisty Fox Coaching.

She regularly takes on larger and larger ultra feats fuelled by guts and driven by pure determination to leave behind the ghosts of her horrible past.

Though seen by the outside world to have it all together (a blossoming career, flourishing in the rigours of academia and participating in ultra events) for many years her inner world was flush with turmoil -- abuse, eating disorders, PTSD, severe depression and alcoholism.

At the age of 34 she was finally able to put those dark days behind her and use her healing journey to provide hope and help for others when she set out to complete the Beyond Myself Projectduring the depths of the Covid crisis.

Beyond Myself Project non profit associations :

Downtown Women’s Center
Children’s Institute
Paws 4 Success (PTSD focused)
SJVRC (for abused children in Philippines and underprivileged children in Vietnam)

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Florida
Double Anvil Florida
Ultraman Arizona
Red Bull Trans-Siberian Extreme
Uberman
Beyond Myself Project
CRAAM
Million Dollar Story (book)

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Chuck Kenemy
Suzy Degazon
Vineta Rendon
Norbet Lueftenegger
John Chung
Seana Hogan
John Kasbohm
Stephen Peters
Brian Toone

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Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

___________________________________________________________

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or where you get your pods.

I would like to hear from you and who you think should be interviewed.
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Million Dollar Story: Secrets of 10 Entrepreneurs Who Had to Lose and Pivot To Profit and WIN With Purpose

In this episode I speak with Ohana athlete, Ramon Lopez Mendizabal, in what was originally set up as an Ultra 520K Canada Athlete in Profile. As happens in the 515 world, plans change at the last minute and I learned, during our conversation, that Ramon will not be attending the race this year after all.

Still, Ramon has a wealth of stories to share about epic events that he has participated in and his work life is pretty interesting too. He has competed in Ultraman Israel, 16 IM’s, multiple ultra-marathons, and over 50 marathons around the world.

So the new title of this episode has become : Ohana Guest -- Ramon Lopez Mendizabal.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Azores Columbus Trail
Hong Kong 100
Double Ironman Bad Blumau in Austria
Auckland Marathon
Oregon Double Anvil
Hong Kong 100
Barcelona Marathon
Nice Ironman
Ultraman Israel
Cami de Cavalls
Khardung La Challenge (72 km)
Ironman Vitoria Gasteiz
Tour de Mont Blanc

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Eiko Hibino (S1E5)
Katie Welton
Steve Brown (S2E13)
Ewa Miedzwiedziuk

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Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

___________________________________________________________

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or where you get your pods.

I would like to hear from you and who you think should be interviewed.

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

If doing a 515 race or five 140.6 distance races in five days isn’t enough of a challenge, why not try the Epic Deca (the 10 year anniversary race of Epic 5) which will be ten 140.6 distance races in 10 days. That’s what my Ohana guest, Julian Summers, has decided to do. This race takes place from May 10-19th.

In the second part of the podcast today I finish my Steve Brown conversation from the previous episode. Steve tells some Steve Brown Stories to reflect on the 30 years that he has organized Ultra triathlons in Penticton under the Ultraman and Ultra 520 brands.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Epic Deca
Ultraman Florida
Ultraman Arizona
Andre Kajlich Video at Brazil 135
Challenge Penticton

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or where you get your pods.

I would like to hear from you and who you think should be interviewed.
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Today’s episode opens with a clip from YouTube, where race director Steve Brown welcomes racers to the 2016 Ultra520K Canada. Steve is the OG race director for UMC and has also directed Ironman Canada. I find out if Steve intends to make another run at city council in Penticton and some other exciting breaking Tri news.

Steve King Stories features an athlete who previously appeared on the podcast in episode 8 of this season, Jeremy Howard.

Finally, I catch up with Van Sanchez in Mexico who will be running the UltraMX515 Non-Stop on April 29 and 30th. Follow the race at their Instagram page.

This is your last chance to vote in the 515 Podcast Facebook Ultra Race March Madness bracket pool. The final match up closes on Saturday April 16 at midnight PST.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Introduction to Ultra 520 Canada 2016
Ultraman Canada
Challenge Penticton
Ironman Canada
Ultraman World Championship
Earth Journey
Ultraman Australia
UMUK
UB515
Penticton Pounders
Skaha Lake Ultra Swim
355 Canada
Oliver Half Triathlon
Downtown Penticton Business Improvement Association
Beach 2 Battleship
UltraMX 355
UltraMX 515
UltraMX 515 Non Stop
Ultra 355 Australia
Marathon Des Sables
UltraCzech 515
Epic 5

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

___________________________________________________________

Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

___________________________________________________________

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or where you get your pods.

I would like to hear from you and who you think should be interviewed.

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

In this episode I catch up with my Aussie mate Nick Mallett. Nick has participated in ten 515 distance events and is a two time champion of Ultraman Canada. You may know this Ohana member for his advice and commentary about Ultra’s as Thailand Ultras on Slowtwitch. The handle he adopted after being banned from the site and reinstated.

Recently, Nick (age 58) posted about trying to attempt a SUB10 at IM Western Australia. I had to see if he was serious about it or just starting another discussion. Never one to shy away from the political side of the Ultra family, we also discuss the future of the sport.

Follow NIck's latest adventures at Vagabond Road

Steve King Stories features an amazing age group athlete who has been at Ultraman World Championships nine times finishing as high as second–former RCAF member Tony O’Keeffe.

Check out the 515 Podcast Facebook Ultra Race March Madness bracket pool.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Canada
Ironman Canada
Skaha Lake Ultra Swim
Race Across America (RAAM)
Soldier On
Wounded Warriors
The Race Within book by Jim Gorley
Ultraman Australia
IM Cairns
Indian Pacific Wheel Ride
Indian Pacific Wheel Ride tracker for 2022

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or where you get your pods.

I would like to hear from you and who you think should be interviewed.
Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

The Race Within: Passion, Courage, and Sacrifice at the Ultraman Triathlon

Live at the inaugural Ultraman Arizona, Steve King, is reporting in to tell us how the day 3 double marathon unfolded for the athletes.

Spoiler: Winners were Steve Keller and Vanuza Maciel.

Once again we are rewarding our subscribers with this special update from Day 1 & 2 of Ultraman Arizona 2022.

Live at the event, Mr Steve King, is reporting in to tell us about why the swim portion was cancelled and the other stories unfolding after two days of competition.

Steve King and the race director of Ultraman Arizona, Jen McVeay, join me to preview the long awaited inaugural running of the race taking place March 11-13. We discuss the themes that cross through a number of the athletes as we introduce you to some of the racers and their crews.

Tallahassee resident and Big Sexy Racing athlete Jamie Harris (2018 and 2019 Ultraman Florida Champion) is my Athlete in Profile. We have a great discussion about her previous races and some of her personal challenges during the pandemic while trying to prepare for UMAZ.

Check out the 515 Podcast Facebook Ultra Race March Madness bracket pool.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Arizona
UMAZ Volunteer sign up
UMAZ Facebook
UMAZ Instagram
Ultraman Florida
Cadence Running
Athletic Brewing Company
AdventurUS Women
UM Australia
Team Everyman Jack
Muller Bikes
Full Moon Bicycles
Badwater 135
Ultraman World Championships
Vancouver Sun Run
Vancouver Half Marathon
Sovereign 2 SilverStar
Big Sexy Racing
Ironman Florida
Coach Chuck Kemeny (Lifesport)
Can’t Hurt Me Book by David Goggins

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

The final day of UMFL from the finish lone with Steve King.

We are rewarding our subscribers with this special update from Day 2 of Ultraman Florida 2022 from the voice of Ultraman-- Mr Steve King, who is live at the event.

Spoiler : New Records

We are rewarding our subscribers with this special update from Day 1 of Ultraman Florida 2022 from the voice of Ultraman-- Mr Steve King, who is live at the event.

Episode Summary:

Fan favourite and the voice of Ultraman, Steve King, plus co-race director of Ultraman Florida, Jen McVeay, join me to preview the 44 participants planning to take on the UM Florida race coming up this weekend (Feb 11-13).

Follow the UMFL at Facebook or Instagram

Steven Keller, 2020 Ultraman Florida Champion, is my Athlete in Profile for the inaugural Ultraman Arizona race which will be taking place in March. Steve King, Jen and I will be back in Episode 11 to preview that race.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

515 The Ultraman Podcast Facebook Page
Ultraman Florida
Ultraman Arizona
All Marine Triathlon Club
Steve King’s Detachment Technique
Roswell Park Cancer institute
Book: El Libro del Finisher
Ultra Cozumel
USATF 100-Mile Trail Championships
Steve-King.ca
Israelman
Brasil 515
Ironman World Championships
IM Chattanooga
IM Maryland

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

___________________________________________________________

Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

___________________________________________________________

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or where you get your pods.

I would like to hear from you and who you think should be interviewed.

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

This episode is a celebration of the first year of 515 The Ultraman Podcast. I share clips from different conversations throughout the year.

It will be a nice retrospective for the regular listener and perhaps a catalyst for newer listeners to go back into the archive to hear these people tell their stories in full.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

I would like to hear from you and who you think should be interviewed.Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Over the next few episodes I will be profiling athletes from the upcoming Ultraman Florida and Ultraman Arizona.

My first conversation today is with Jen McVeaywho is the co-race director of UM Florida and Race Director for UM Arizona. We discuss how she became a part of the Ohana and why she chose to bring Ultraman to Arizona.

Steve Kingtalks about “El Toro”, Inaki de la Parra. Inaki has been the champion at UMUK and the Ultraman World Championships in 2016.

The Ultraman Florida 2022 athlete profile features Jeremy Howard who was at the UMWC race with Inaki in 2016 as a crew member. He has raced there three times himself. This will be his first race in Florida– or maybe not?

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Florida
Ultraman Arizona
Ultraman World Championships
Outschool.com. (Jen's Online School)
www.jennymactravel.com (Jen's upcoming Travel site)
Ultraman UK
Ultraman Canada
UM Australia
Beach 2 Battleship
The Practice of Groundedness (book) Brad Stulberg
Range (Book) by David Epstein
Yale Cancer Center
Connecticut Challenge

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Steve King
Andre Kajlich
Chris Holzner
Juan Craveri
Inaki de la Parra
Chuck Kenemy
Kasia Solińska
Christian McEvoy
Mike Coughlin
Rob Gray
Lionel Sanders
Jan Frodeno
Richard Thompson
Caroliine Bloom
Gaurav Makkar
Abhay Kelkar
Adam Ellenstein
Ryan Toner

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Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

___________________________________________________________

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or where you get your pods.

I would like to hear from you and who you think should be interviewed.

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

The Practice of Groundedness: A Transformative Path to Success That Feeds--Not Crushes--Your Soul

Mike Coughlinshares his journey through endurance sports and the lessons learned along the way to becoming the Ultraman World Championships champion. These include learning patience, making the correct choices at the right times, racing with negative splits, and learning how to win the big races.

Mike shares experiences from other unique events and tries to put into words what Ohana truly means and feels like.

Since winning UMWC in 2015, Mike now focuses more on coaching other Ultra athletes through Discomfort Zone Performance Coaching and raising his two young children with his partner Kate in Guelph, Ontario.

Three time World Champion Tracy Preston is the athlete profiled in Steve King Stories. Tracy holds the distinction of winning by the smallest margin of victory ever at an Ultraman event.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman World Championship
Discomfort Zone Performance Coaching
Ironman Canada
Escape from Alcatraz
Beaton Classic
Epic Camp
Beach 2 Battleship
Mt Lemmon Marathon
Steve King Website
Bike Works Kona
Assault on the Carolinas
Defy Sports Physiotherapy
Ironman Mont Tremblant

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

John McCrae
Willie Stewart
Gordo Bryne
Scott Molina
Michael Hanreck
Jane Bockus
Jonas Colting
Lucy Ryan
Kevin Cutjar
Mike LeRoux
Alan Couzens
Tracy Preston
Cecilia Ramos
Alexandre Riberio
Nick Dean
Amy Robitaille
A.A. Girard
David Goggins
Mike Mahoney
Jared Lando
Laura Lando
Kate Parizeau
Andres Traslosheros

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

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Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

COVID changes a lot of plans. This episode was going to be a conversation with Dave and Sheryl Cobb to preview the Ultraman World Championshipsrace. Still we had a great conversation about previous races and they shared how they came to be the caretakers of Aloha, Ohana, Kokua on the big island.

Keeping with the Kona theme, I also speak with the 19 time participant, Gary Wang. In fact, although he lives in California, he did our Zoom from Hawaii.

Steve King Stories features one of my previous guests, Petr Vabroušek--holder of the record for the fastest 515.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman World Championship
Ironman World Championship
70.3 World Championship
Lavaman
Ironman Switzerland
Island Triathlon and Bike
B&L Bike and Sports
Ironman St. George
The Race Within (book)
Titan Tri Life
Challenge Almere
Antarctic Ice Marathon
Antarctic 100km
North Pole Marathon
World Marathon Challenge
Marathon Des Sables
Ultraman Florida
UltraCzech 515
Western States 100
Hurt 100
Cascade Crest 100
Gary Wang’s Photo Website
Bike Works Kona
UCSB College of Creative Studies
Marine Mammal Center

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Jane Bockus
Brigitte McMahon
Olivier Bernard & On Running Shoes
Ronona Cuff
Cliff Rigsbee
Rick Kent
Ingrid Hillhouse
Jen McVeay
Chuck Kemeny
Jim Gourley
Conrad Will
Alex Smith
Curtis Tyler
Ardis Bow
Kurt Madden
Vera Vabrousek
Ivan Albino
Richard Thompson
Rob Gray
Martin Raymond
Miro Kregar
Tony O’Keefe
Coqui Frog
Waldo 100

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

The Race Within: Passion, Courage, and Sacrifice at the Ultraman Triathlon

I finally broke down and invited my ex wife Lucy Ryan to the podcast.

Lucy has become one of the top female ultra athletes in Canada taking on five 515 events and a number of ultra marathons. She was the 9th Canadian woman to complete Badwater 135 and has also competed at Brazil 135, a race that follows the most difficult segment of the Caminho da Fé or Path of the Faith, the longest Pilgrimage in Brazil. It travels over the Mantiqueira Mountains, and has 30,000 feet of cumulative ascent and 28,000 feet of cumulative descent, with only 10 flat miles in the race.

We talk about how she came to find triathlon and why she pushed to go farther and farther in ultras. We also discuss the various ways in which her body has forced her to “limit” what she now does. Like hiking at Kilimanjaro as a member of the Kidney Donor Athletes program.

Steve King Stories features Dr Toni Barstis, professor of chemistry and physics and Ultraman competitor.

Time Stamps & Topics:

01:00 Conversation with Lucy Ryan part one

27:35 Steve King Stories : Dr. Toni Barstis

31:00 Conversation with Lucy Ryan part two

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ironman Western Australia
WAT Women’s Academy of Triathlon
IM Canada
Ironman World Championship
Ultraman Canada
Ultraman World Championship
Brazil 135
Badwater 135
UM Florida
IM Wisconsin
IM Lake Placid
Titanium Man
IM Mont Tremblant
Ultra 520 Canada
Kidney Donor Athletes

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Juan Craveri
Chad Bentley
Anne Barnes
Steve Brown
Grayson Ryan
Stacey Shand
Paulo Calll
Sergio Cordero
Dave Barstis
John Barstis
Todd Hine
Jason Henderson
Shane Mascarin
Nick Mallet
Makato Hoshino

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Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331
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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

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Two athletes who are more than happy to discuss topics often stigmatized are in this episode.

My first conversation is with multi-515 finisher and ultrarunner, Shane Mascarin. Shane shares stories of his previous races, with some great tips, and openly discusses his mental health and how he has learned to regulate his medication during the stress of ultra events.

Steve King Stories features Scottish born athlete Milind Soman from Mumbai, India.

The athlete in profile feature is with New Zealander, Toni Hodge. Toni discusses her ascent to the Ultraman distance through battles with Mother Nature and how she has had to adapt her training after going through menopause.

Reach out to Shane through Instagram at : Wild_Meat_Athlete
Reach out to Toni at IronGirl101 on Facebook

Time Stamps & Topics:
02:20 Conversation with Shane Mascarin
39:30 Steve King Stories : Milind Soman
42:45 Conversation with Toni Hodge

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Canada
Canadian Death Race
Moab 240
Trash Stigma -- Taking Stigma to the Trash
Bell Let’s Talk
Pinkathon
Fear Factor TV Show
UM Florida
Ironman New Zealand
Ironman Cairns
Ironman Western Australia
Ironman World Championship
UM Australia
Ultraman World Championship
Ultra-Trail Australia

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Sarah Mascarin
Craig Percival
Scotty Farrell, T:Zero coaching

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Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331
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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

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Both of the conversations in this episode are with athletes who have given up their careers to simplify their lives and pursue, whole-heartedly, their love of triathlon.

First up is Ultraman Florida finisher, Caroline Bloom, in the UMC profile slot. She shares stories about her recent win at 24 hours in the Canyon and how she has struggled with moving to Colorado just prior to the pandemic.

Then, I have a conversation with Arnaud Selukov who is in the Netherlands for the Long Course World Championships in Almere where he is seeking another age group world title. He has 42 - 140.6 races and four 515’s under his belt. When not racing he is rescuing dogs and working with athletes through 859 Coaching.

Mike Coughlin, coach with Discomfort Zone and Ohana member from multiple Ultraman races, Is the subject of this episode's Steve King Stories.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Canada
Ultraman World Championship
Ultraman Florida
Pikes Peaks Athletics
24 hours in the Canyon
Oregon Double Anvil
Hoodoo 500
Furnace Creek 508
Around the Bay
Beach to Battleship
Ironman Muskoka
UM Australia
Challenge Roth
Challenge Almere
Ironman Korea
Ironman Austria
Ironman Busselton

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Brad Sawa
Micheal Brown
Steve Brown
Justin Trolle
Tracy Bell
Jeremy Howard
Ogopogo
Dede Greisbauer
Jordan Bryden
Jaime Harris
Jess Zaiss
Nic Ponsor -- Criterium Bikes
Kevin Cutjar
Mike Le Roux
Alexandre Riberio
Lionel Sanders
Kate Parizeau
Katherine Zeiller
Roger Bannister
Patrick Lange
Juergen Zack
Lothar Leder
Pete Jacob
Craig Alexander
Pete Short
Cameron Brown
Rob Gray
Dave Matheson

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Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

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World record holder for the fastest 515 race, Petr Vabrousek of the Czech Republic, joins me for a discussion about his prolific race resume. Along with racing Ultra triathlon, Petr also takes on extreme marathons including the World Marathon Challenge. The challenge is to run 7 marathon races on 7 continents in 7 days.

I am also joined by the race directors of the UltraCzech 515, Jakub and Adam Atarsia, who will be holding their third 515 race on September 3-5th, 2021.

In Steve King Stories, Steve introduces coach and Ultra athlete, Christian Isakson.

Yo can reach Petr:
www.petrvabrousek.cz
www.facebook.com/PetrVabrousek
www.instagram.com/Petrvabrousek

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Canada
Ultraman World Championship
Thor XTri
UltraCzech 515
Ultraman Florida
100k Antarctica Ultra
North Pole Marathon
Marathon Des Sables
Oran Triathlon
Sahara Triathlon
Mediterranean Games
Grand Columbian triathlon
Ocean Shores Trifest
Leadman
Ironman Texas
Ultraman Florida
Epic 5 Challenge
World Marathon Challenge

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Micheal Vabrousek
Chris Boudreaux
Chris Lieto
Chuck Kemeny
Trung and Consuela Lively
Chris Bagg
Jeff Symonds
Amy Van Tassel
Craig Percival
Scott McDermott
Rhonda Isakson
Richard Donovan
Michal Subrt
Tomas Racek
Matthew Smith

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Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Sponsor : Ultraman Canada
Music : Run by 331

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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

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Don't read race reports online. In this episode, every athlete from the 2021 Ultraman Canada race gives you a recap in their own words. As a result, this episode does run long so you may want to save it for your long run.

Featured Athletes : Barry Berg, Jon Greyell, Chad Bentley, JD Tremblay, Eric Dufour, Shane Mascarin and the relay team of Lucy Ryan, Scott McDermott & Kevin Wilson.

This episode is a must listen if you want to do UMC in the future as the athletes share all of their ups and downs and best tips to succeed (or at least not fail).

Steve King has a triple Ohana Steve King Stories.

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

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Steve King and Brad Sawa join me to discuss each of the athletes competing at the special “Canadian only” Ultraman Canada 2021.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Canada
Ironman Canada
Ultraman World Championship
Miracle Mile (Kona)
Race Across America (RAAM)
Adelaide 24 hour run
Great White North Half Ironman
Badwater 135
Brazil 135
Epic 5 Challenge
Wattie Ink
Ultraman Florida
Bare Bones
Axel Merckx Granfondo
Oliver Half Ironman
Peach Classic
Xterra World’s

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Sponsor : Ultraman Canada
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

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We forego the Ultraman Canada 2021 athlete profile to bring you a UMC Race Director profile. The full episode is dedicated to my conversation with my co-race director -- Brad Sawa.But don’t fear, we do have Steve Kingprofiling another athlete in Steve King Stories.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Canada
Ironman Canada
70.3 Calgary
Boston Marathon,
New York Marathon
Chicago Marathon,
Race Across America (RAAM)
Furnace Creek 508
Transcontinental Cycling
Ultraman World Championship
Paris Brest Paris
UMUK
Ultraman Florida
Victory Swim 105
Aunt Susan interview for Victory Swim
Andre Kajlich Sportscenter clip
Oregon Double Anvil
Ultra 520K Canada
Great White North
ITU World Championship Penticton, Challenge Penticton
Tuktoyaktuk

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Brad Sawa, Ryan Goodman, Evan Johnston, Bones Brigade, Tony Hawke, Steve Caballero, Rodney Mullen, Kevin Harris, Bjorn Sawa, Bergie Sawa, Sigrid Stefanson, The Bench Market , Lucy Ryan, Steve King , Nick Mallett, Sergio Cordeiro, Rick Kent,Andrew Gale, Ingrid Hillhouse, Jack Bruce,Consuela Lively, Trung Lively, Adam Ellenstein, Susan Scarlett, Andre Kajlich, Micheal Brown , Sheryl and David Cobb, Jane Bockus

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Sponsor : Ultraman Canada
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or where you get your pods.

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Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

I have a conversation with Peter and Katy Bournewho have been involved with the Ultraman World Championships from the early years.

Steve King answers the FAQ of who is the most prolific Ultraman racer in Steve King Stories.

The Ultraman Canada 2021 athlete profile features Canadian, Barry Berg.

Special bonus guest, Scott McDermott, tells me about his film Living the Warrior Code and a special event with Steve King. June 8th 6:30 pm PST
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6294112317?pwd=VDkvVm1sSHFDMHJEOGYrMHpHNGt5dz09

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Canada
Ultraman World Championship
Roughwater swim
Oahu Perimeter relay
Border to Border
Scottyfit.com
Western States
Hurt 100
Wasatch 100
Imtuf 100
Cascade Crest 100
Realendurance.com
Otillo Swim Run
Tenderfoot 50
Triathlon Training Bible by Joel Friel
Norseman
Rockman swim run
Form googles
Boston Marathon
Rich Roll -- Finding Ultra
How Not to Die cookbook
Ironman World Championships
Ironman Canada

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Brad Sawa, Krista Kai Hager , Noble Beck, Tri Bourne, Lars-Erik Utt, Britta Bourne Lau, Curtis Tyler, Valerie Silk, Nick Mallett, Adam Fox, Peter Hudson, Drew Kenworthy, Steve King, John Wragg, Amber Monforte, Jackie Hofmann, Lauren Fithian, Phil Makin, Ellis Andrews, Martin Raymond, Tony O’Keeffe, Sheena Miller, Gary Wang, Elliot Rushden, Lionel Sanders, Christine Fletcher, Matt Schroeder, Sean Watkins, Heather Jackson, Rachael Mcbride

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Sponsor : Ultraman Canada
Music : Run by 331

Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Finding Ultra: Rejecting Middle Age, Becoming One of the World's Fittest Men, and Discovering Myself

The Triathlete's Training Bible

In Episode 8, I spoke with 2019 UMC women’s champion Kathryn Zeiler.

We had some left over questions about her field of work that I found super interesting but could not fit into the episode-- so here they are.

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Sponsor : Ultraman Canada
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

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In the second of our champion check-ins, I speak with 2019 UMC women’s champion Kathryn Zeiler.

Steve King highlights the careers of a number of champions while introducing us to Ingrid Hillhouse in Steve King Stories.

The Ultraman Canada 2021 athlete profile features a four time world champion at four different distances who is searching for number five this year, retired pro-triathlete, Leanda Cave.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Canada
Smashfest Team
Yogitriathlete
Boston Marathon
Ironman World Championships
Ultraman Florida
Dolphin Challenge Cancer Event
Schliersee Triathlon
Escape from Alcatraz
BBC Superstars (the full broadcast)
CNN Fittest women
Club Leanda Cave
CredoTri App
Pkrs.Ai App
Ultraman World Championship

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Brad Sawa
Jordan Bryden
Mary Knott
Mark Boudreau
Hillary Biscay
Jess Gumkowski
BJ Gumkowski
Melanie McSally
Taryn Spates
Dr. Ibram X. Kendi (In bonus episode)
Steve King
Dede Greisbauer
Kate Bevilaqua
Amy VanTassel
Rick Kent
Andrew Gale
Heath Eskalyo
Ben Kanute
Brownlee Brothers
Craig Alexander
Chris Nikic
Manuel Huerta
Kris Swarthout
Maiko De Andara

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Sponsor : Ultraman Canada
Music : Run by 331
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For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

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In the first of two champion check-ins, I speak with 2019 UMC men’s champion Jordan Bryden. Steve King talks about Australia’s “honeybadger” Nick Mallett. The Ultraman Canada 2021 athlete profile features a young gun trying to be the youngest ever finisher at UMC--Andrew Peterson.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Canada
AMP Human https://amphuman.com/discount/JORDAN15 CODE :JORDAN15
Psoas Recovery https://www.alethahealth.com/?ref=relentless. CODE: relentless
JordanBryden.com
Ponte Verde World Championships
Tribe Solutions
Metasprint Series
Solitary Confinement
Challenged Athlete Foundation
Badger Mountain 55K
Catalina Ultra Swim
Ironman Boulder
Ironman Arizona
Bigfoot 200
Speedgoat 50K
Tor des Geants

Shout outs and mentions in this episode: Simon Whitfield/Steve King/Daniela Ryf/Tom Ponting/Cal Zaryski/Brett Sutton /Nicola Spirig/Arnaud Selukov /Rob Gray/Marc Puig Amiel/Lucy Charles Barclay/Jeff Symonds/Julie DIbbens /Tim Crawley/Phil Baird/Evan Londry/Chris Calimano/Bob Babbit/Chris Nikic /Karl Metzler/Bryan Montgomery/Keeghan Hurley/Emma Patterson

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Sponsor : Ultraman Canada
Music : Run by 331

Website: https://515theultramanpodcast.buzzsprout.com

First up in this episode is a conversation with the man who holds the world record for youngest person to complete the Ultraman challenge, Van Sanchez. Van is also a 515 race director for UltraMX515 in his home country of Mexico. Van brings along his “brother” Miguel Angel Garcia.

The Ultraman Canada 2021 athlete profile features a 4-time Kona IM age grouper, Marla Zucht, from Canada.

Steve King highlights another 6-time Ultraman World Champion--Shanna Armstrong in Steve King Stories.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Canada
UMUK
UltraMX 515
Urban Jungle Tri Store
Ultraman Florida
Ultraman MX non stop
Ultra 355 Cozumel
Skaha Lake Ultra Swim
Ironman World Championship
Boston Marathon
Ironman Canada
New York Times -- Swim, Bike, Cheat
Oh she glows Cookbooks
Whistler Housing Authority

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Ramiro Gutierrez
Iñaki de la Parra
Arnaud Selukov
Ross Pike
Heather Church
2010 Winter Olympic / Paralympic Games
Julie Miller
James Young
Claire Young
Kathy Winkler
Amber Monforte
Barbi Brochu
Andi Ramer
Hillary Biscay
Ardis Bow
Kate Bevilaqua
Amy VanTassel
Dede Greisbauer
Markus Joswig
Shanna Armstrong

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Sponsor : Ultraman Canada
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

In this episode, I speak with Juan Craveri from Argentina. He has completed thirteen 515 distance races, 61 Iron distance races and four 135 mile ultramarathons and is a 2-time Epic 5 finisher. This year, COVID permitting, he will take on Uberman.

In the Ultraman Canada 2021 athlete profile section, I speak with a Japanese athlete--Eiko Hibino. Eiko will be racing in her second 515 distance race at UMC. A former drift car racer, and retired plastic surgeon, Eiko now spends her time travelling the world in pursuit of new ultra athletic endeavours.

In Steve King Stories, Steve, gives a racing biography on 6-time Ultraman World Champion Alexandre Ribeiro.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman Canada
Epic 5
Uberman
Badwater 135
Arch to Arc Triathlon
Ultraman World Championship
Eiko's Beauty Products
Vietnam Mountain Marathon
Ironman Western Australia
515 Israel
Trans Am Tri
Ironman Canada

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Kate Bevilaqua
Giorgio Alessi
Jonas Colting
Mike Le Roux
Slater Fletcher
Miro Kregar
Jane Bockus
Amber Monforte
Hillary Biscay
Ardis Bow
Mike Coughlin
Kevin Cutjar
Alexandre Ribeiro

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Sponsor : Ultraman Canada
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or where you get your pods.

I would like to hear from you and who you think should be interviewed.

Email : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

In this episode, I place a Zoom call to the birthplace of Ultraman, Kailua Kona for a conversation with UltraMama, Jane Bockus. Jane was the Race Director of the Ultraman World Championships from 1992 - 2017 and remains the brand owner of Ultraman. She shares stories of the early days and her volunteer work with the Ironman World Championships.

In the Ultraman Canada 2021 athlete profile section, I speak with a Russian athlete--Maxim Knyazev. He is the current course record holder of Siberman 515. Maxim shares some training ideas and his goals as an endurance athlete which includes his own personal call to reach Kona for the Ultraman World Championships.

Resident raconteur, Steve King, drops by to share the Kona stories of the two original winners of Ultraman in 1983.

Time Stamps & Topics:
01:20 Jane Bockus (UltramMama) Conversation
23:00 Crew Story : Rory Bass about athlete Genzo Eto
26:40 2021 UMC Athlete Profile : Maxim Knyazev
1:10:30 Steve King Stories

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ultraman World Championship
Keauhou Canoe Club
Siberman 515
Cappadocia Ultra Trail Race (Turkey)

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Curtis Tyler
Klaus Haetzel
Don Ryder
Sheryl and David Cobb
Vito Bialla
Miro Kregar
Petr Vabroušek
Kurt Madden
Ardis Bow

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Sponsor : Ultraman Canada
Music : Run by 331

For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or where you get your pods.

I would like to hear from you and who you think should be interviewed.

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In the Ultraman Canada 2021 athlete profile section I speak with The Milkman to Ironman athlete from Satara, India, Abhay Kelkar. We speak of the trials of training in rural India and how a foundation called Mann Deshi helps young women in India to succeed.

The second half picks up my conversation with Ultraman race announcer Steve King. In this episode, we speak about his music, his wife, and how Ultraman is like an art.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Mann Deshi Foundation
Milkman to Ironman video
Steve’s website : Steve-king.ca
Steve King facebook
Steve’s List of Ultraman Records : UM records

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Dr Kaustubh Radkar
Prabhat Sinha
Matt Hill
Chad Bentley
Dr. Jeff Harries
Bill Head
Dan Cumming
Steve’s Music Mentions : The Moody Blues, The Who, David Bowie, The Action, The Move, Colin Hay, Simply Red, 10cc, Dion & the Belmonts, John Bonamassa, UB40, Ali Campbell, Fleetwood Mac, John Lennon, George Harrison, Eric Clapton, David Grohl, Neil Peart
Scott McDermott -- Living the Warrior Code
Christian Isakson
Kurt Madden
Ardis Bow

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Sponsor : Ultraman Canada
Music : Run by 331

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I continue my conversation with Ultraman race announcer Steve King. In this episode, we focus on how he became an announcer and what it takes for him to deliver such great material. Even at a belly flop contest.

In the Ultraman Canada 2021 athlete profile section, I speak with a Japanese athlete, Makato Hoshino, who has climbed the Seven Summits. We talk about growth and the lessons he learned taking on the challenge. You will be surprised by his answers.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Steve’s website : Steve-king.ca
Steve King facebook
Steve’s List of Ultraman Records : UM records
The clip of Heidi Marshall I played for Steve from Facebook
The Seven Summits
Makato Hoshino Youtube Channel
Makato meets Kilian Jornet video
Makato meets Jeff Bezos video
Makato walking the wire bridge

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Mike Reilly
Kieren Perkins
Lynn and Mike Van Ert
Al Johnson
Frank Gair
Ron Zalco
Katherine Calder Becker & Kevin Becker
Heidi Miller The clip I played for Steve
Van Sanchez
Dan Jensen
Diane Anderson
Wendy Minor
Andrew Peterson
Dr. Jeff Harries
Bobby Miller
Renita Miller
Kyra Miller
Kaitlin Miller
Hiro Kuraoka
Jeff Bezos
Kilian Jornet

Show Contributors:

Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Sponsor : Ultraman Canada
Music : Run by 331

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast

Episode Summary:

Welcome to the first episode! I am starting it off with a bang. I completed a lengthy interview with Ultraman race announcer Steve King. So lengthy, that I decided to split it into three parts. In this episode Steve shares stories of the life changing events he attended during his athletic career as a race walker, triathlete and endurance runner.

You will also be introduced to upcoming Ultraman Canada 2021 participant Chad Bentley. Chad is a well-respected plant-based endurance athlete. He is a marathoner, Ultra-marathoner, multi-time Ironman finisher, 2-time Ultraman finisher, 2-time Ultra 520 finisher, and the first Canadian to compete in the EPIC 5 Challenge.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Steve’s website : Steve-king.ca
Steve King facebook
Steve’s List of Ultraman Records : UM records
Ross Welton’s Youtube Video of Ultra 520 in 2016
Epic 5 Challenge
Neuro-Linguistic Programming
ChadBentley.com

Shout outs and mentions in this episode:

Valerie Silk
Katherine Calder Becker & Kevin Becker
Evan Dunfee
Lynn Van Dove
Gary Shields
Brad Sawa
Rob Leviton
Comrades Marathon
Brian Keeling
Johnny Clegg
Nelson Mandela
Rich Benyo and Rhonda Provost
Running on the Sun (film)
Barbara Alvarez and Angelika Castaneda
Murray Coates
Lucy Ryan
Fred Johnson
Ross Welton
Katie Welton
Chad Bentley
Mary Jo Dionne
Dana Montgomery
Rich Fraser
Matt Hill
Majella (Jou Jou) Bentley
Burgess (Birdie) Bentley

Show Contributors:
Host : Larry Ryan
Contributing Raconteur : Steve King
Announcer : Mary Jo Dionne
Production : 5Five Enterprises
Sponsor : Ultraman Canada

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcast