Crack A Brew With AJW
Andy Jones-Wilkins
Runner and Coach Andy Jones-Wilkins talks with trail running athletes, coaches and race directors about topical subjects. Each episode features a beverage and will last as long as it typically takes to leisurely enjoy the beverage.
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Apr 4, 2026 • 52min
Canyon Woodward - Unique Childhood, Grassroots Organizing and the Western States 100
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with North Carolina's Canyon Woodward to discuss his unique upbringing in the mountains of Western North Carolina, his career as a grassroots political organizer and his hopes for the future as he prepares for the 2026 Western States 100. Follow Canyon on instagram @canyonwoodward Learn about his organization Dirtroad Organizing here
Mar 28, 2026 • 47min
Imogen Ainsworth - Her Athletic Upbringing, the Leadville 100, and Plans for 2026
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Colorado based trail and ultrarunner Imogen Ainsworth to talk about her active upbringing in athletics, her incredible 2nd place finish at the 2025 Leadville 100 and her hopes and dreams going into her 2026 season. Follow Imogen on instagram @imogenainsworth
Feb 14, 2026 • 48min
Anne Flower - Chasing Down Ann Trason, World Records and Western States Dreams
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with 2025 Rookie of the Year Anne Flower. They discuss her assault on Ann Trason's Leadville Course Record, her world record 50 miler, and her Western States dreams going into the Black Canyon 100K Follow Anne on Instagram @_flowpow_ Check out our website!
Feb 7, 2026 • 51min
Will Murray - Teaching, Running, and Remaining Calm in the Midst of the Chaos
In this first episode of Season 13 AJW cracks a brew with Will Murray, Rookie of the Year for 2025 and an all around great guy. Along the way they talk about the connection between teaching and running and how Will manages to stay so calm in the midst of the chaotic world of high level ultrarunning. Follow Will on Instagram @willmurray.run Check out our website.
Jan 1, 2026 • 51min
AJW Unplugged: 2025 Predictions, Three Wishes for 2026, a Book Review, and a Personal Update.
In this special New Year's Day Episode of Crack a Brew with AJW we review our predictions from 2025, make three wishes for 2026, and launch a new book review feature as well as providing a personal update on training, racing, and all things in between. Follow AJW on instagram @ajoneswilkins
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Dec 27, 2025 • 1h 19min
Finn Melanson: Special Year End Episode with Ultrarunner of the Year and other tributes
Finn Melanson, host and producer of the Singletrack podcast, joins for a spirited year-end review of ultrarunning. They discuss standout performances and nominees for Rookie of the Year, with a focus on athletes like Ann Flower. The duo debates pivotal DNFs and how they factor into awards. They analyze remarkable races by Caleb Olson and Jim Walmsley, showcase their picks for the most inspirational people, and share their thoughts on upcoming course records. Finn reflects on his passion for Maine's 100-Mile Wilderness and its significance in his running journey.
Dec 20, 2025 • 1h 5min
Annie Hughes: Running Super Long From a Young Age, Returning from Injury, and Thoughts About Longevity in Ultrarunning
In this latest episode in the Youth Movement series AJW cracks a brew with 27 year old trail runner Annie Hughes to discuss her passion for really long distance races, returning from injury, and her hopes and dreams for the year ahead. Follow Annie on instagram @annie.a.hughes
Dec 13, 2025 • 53min
Caleb Olson: Training and Racing With a Young Family, Western States, and the Million Feet Challenge
In this episode AJW cracks a brew with 2025 Western States Champion Caleb Olson to discuss training and racing with a young and growing family, his great story about receiving the coveted Western States Cougar trophy, and his pursuit of climbing 1,000,000 vertical feet in 2025. Follow Caleb on Instagram @calebolson123
Dec 7, 2025 • 54min
Lila Gaudrault: Running the Rugged Beast Coast Trails, Balancing Running and Work, and Her Thoughts Ahead of Her First Time at the Cocodona 250
In this latest episode of the Youth Movement series AJW cracks a brew with East Coast Crusher Lila Gaudrault to talk about her love of the East Coast Trail Running, how she balances running with a full-time health care job and her thoughts going into her first ever race "out west" The Cocodona 250! Follow Lila on Instagram @lilagaudrault
Nov 29, 2025 • 52min
Cody Poskin: Running with Joy, Seeking Adventure, and Racing in China
In this episode AJW Cracks a Brew with 23 year old Missouri ultrarunner Cody Poskin to discuss his approach to training and racing, the youth movement in long distance running, and his experience running (and winning!) the Ultra Gobi 400K race in China. Follow Cody on Instagram @cody_poskin
