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Weathering The Run

Andrew Buck Michael

Sharing stories about runners enduring unique weather situations. Adventures can get an extra challenge when mother nature throws a curveball. I also plan on bringing on some experts on how extreme weather impacts the body and what you can do to best prepare for the elements. Please reach out if you have a great story to share! weatheringtherun@gmail.com

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00:57:47

E81 Cameron Dean Balser; Running around America. From...

Weathering The Run ·

2026/04/08

This episode features Cameron Balser, an endurance athlete redefining what’s possible in long-distance running.Cameron recently completed an incredible 11,000+ mile self-supported run around the perimeter of the United States, averaging close to 40 miles per day for nearly 10 months . But for him, that was just the beginning.By the time this episode drops, Cameron is already underway on his next challenge: a transcontinental run from California to New York, where he’s aiming to break the record by

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00:38:14

E80 Mike Bettes; Weather Channel storm coverage to...

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2026/03/25

This episode features longtime friend, Mike Bettes from The Weather Channel. Andrew and Mike go back about 20 years, so this conversation feels more like catching up than a traditional interview.Mike brings a unique perspective shaped by years spent in the elements. From covering historic snowstorms to reporting from the heart of hurricanes, Mike shares what it’s like to experience extreme weather up close and how that mindset overlaps with endurance sports.They also dive into Mike’s background in

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00:46:40

E79: John Calabrese; Embracing the most challenging...

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2026/03/11

John loves a good challenge. He has done well over 100 ultras and he loves races that are not easy. He has a lot of energy and you can feel that in this episode. Enjoy!Follow John on Instrgram: @BreezyTrailhead.

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00:53:52

E78: Brian Baker; Moving faster at mountain adventures

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2026/02/25

Brian Baker moved to Colorado and was interested in moving faster in the mountains to do more 14ers in one day. So he got into running and has a lot of great lessons and stories to share. He is a very detailed person and this was a lot of fun to pick his brain. Enjoy the episode and follow his adventures on Strava.

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00:35:57

E77: Rob King; Racing onto the trail & ultra scene

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2026/02/11

Rob King grew up in Ohio and now is traveling around the country and world. He took a break from running after school, but is now racing back onto the scene at a blistering pace. He recent ran Tunnel Hill 100 miler in 12 hours and 19 minutes! He will be one of the elite runners at Black Canyon 100k this coming weekend.He grew up in Washington Court House, Ohio, but joined us from the state of Washington for this episode.Follow Rob on Instagram: @RobKingRuns

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00:47:49

E76: Columbus City Striders; Doug Owsley, Catherine...

Weathering The Run ·

2026/01/27

In this special episode we sit down with four incredible explorers of Columbus, Doug Owsley, Catherine Salin Derrow, Dave Parsons, and Ken Varian, to talk about their journeys running (almost) every street in Columbus using the CityStrides app.Over the past few years Doug, Catherine, and Dave have each completed 100% of the streets in Columbus all meticulously tracked through CityStrides. Ken Varian is hot on their heels to claim that same achievement!Follow our guests on Instagram:📸 Doug Owsley📸

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00:49:27

E75: Mark Dowdle; running extreme distances in...

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2026/01/14

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Dowdle; an ultrarunner whose journey through extreme endurance, self-discovery, and unconventional racing will challenge everything you think you know about grit and resilience.Mark has pushed his body and mind into places most of us only imagine: from Calendar Club challenges where he ran every day as many miles as the date on the calendar to deep, multi-day backyard ultras that test the limits of sleep, strategy, and sheer will.🏃‍♂️ What We Covered-How Mark

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00:56:42

E74: Craig Kent - 10 year run streak, community...

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2025/12/31

About Craig:Craig’s running journey started as a form of stress relief and quickly grew into a lifelong passion that now includes a decades-long daily run streak, ultramarathon racing, and creating one of Columbus’s most welcoming running communities. What We Cover in This Episode:-How running shifted from solo stress relief to a daily ritual and identity anchor. -The ups and downs of maintaining a run streak spanning thousands of consecutive days. -Stories from ultra-distance races like The Speed

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00:46:55

E73: Chris Glover: Community, Connection & Safe Space...

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2025/12/17

On this week’s Weathering The Run, I sit down with Chris Glover who is a cornerstone of the Columbus running community known for bringing people together, spreading joy in the sport, and building connection one mile at a time. Whether it’s organizing group runs, showing up in a superhero outfit, or simply cheering on fellow runners, Chris’s enthusiasm and servant’s heart define his approach to running and life. He also has his own podcast called Safe Space Running. Follow Chris on Instagram.

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00:53:31

E72: Drew Petersen; "Feel It All," mental health...

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2025/12/03

We dive deep with Drew Petersen about his film "Feel It All" and his life in the mountains; from ski mountaineering to 100-mile ultramarathons, and how weather, terrain, and mental health are all intertwined in his story. We also recount some of his wildest experiences, like getting over 5 inches of snow per hour while in Japan, and the mindset required to navigate that kind of unpredictability. "Feel It All" chronicles Drew’s journey from suicidal depression to

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00:30:05

E71: Jaime Fensterl; Resilience, Ultra Racing &...

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2025/11/19

In this inspiring episode of Weathering The Run, I sit down with Jaime Fensterl, a trail and ultra runner based in Ohio. Jaime is no stranger to the ups and downs of endurance racing: she’s tackled 100-mile ultras where she’s faced her fair share of heartbreak & injury, yet keeps coming back stronger. She just finished Rim To River 100 after taking a long break from 100 miles races, due to injury.Jaime’s journey is a testament to grit and perseverance. She’s not afraid to go back out, learn from

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E70: Jessica Kopelwitz & Brock Everhart, No Business...

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2025/11/05

No Business 100 miler is a beautiful and brutal trail race in Tennessee and Kentucky. The race changes directions each year and it went clockwise this year and I am so honored to have on two finishers from the race this year. Jessica Kopelwitz had to drop out of last year's race, so this was redemption for her. Brock Everhart finished last year and came back to run the race in the opposite direction this year to get the double buckle award. Brock is also a strength and endurance coach, if you are

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00:40:09

E69: Amy Haas; Race Across The States & MORE!

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2025/10/22

In this episode of Weathering The Run, I talk with Amy Haas. She is a seasoned runner, coach, and adventurer whose goal to run a half-marathon in every U.S. state has grown into a mission of exploring all of our national parks.Amy shares how she balances training, travel, and life, what happens when you’re out there logging miles state after state, and how the quest keeps evolving into something bigger than just finish lines.In the conversation we cover:What motivated Amy to tackle 50+

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00:32:30

E68: Morgan Myers; Eyeing big goals on the Huron-izon

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2025/10/08

I met Morgan Myers back in 2017 with the Columbus Westside Running Club. We had run together occasionally at group runs, but our most recent time running together was 2021 at the GRRR 50k, before she moved away. She continues challenging herself and recently completed the Woodstock 50 miler. She is such a happy person to be around & it was great catching up as she is gearing up for the Huron 100 miler. Don't challenge her because she will go three times farther than you think.

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00:47:44

E67: Chelsea & Jordan Whitehouse, two teachers and...

Weathering The Run ·

2025/09/24

This was a lot of fun! Chelsea and Jordan met at an obstacle course event many years ago. They fell in love and now have two kids. They support each other's journey into running ultras and being a fit family while also juggling life and teaching. I run a lot of my training miles with Jordan and this was a lot of fun to dive into their philosophy as a couple and lifestyle.Follow Chelsea's & Jordan's journey on Instagram!

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00:54:47

E66: John Lacroix: Weather, Wilderness, and the...

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2025/09/10

Today’s "Weathering The Run" episode features ultra-runner and race director John Lacroix, founder of the Human Potential Running Series, including a HPRS podcast that accompanies the races he puts on. He is well known in the trail running community, perhaps for his nickname he used to have (Sherpa John) or for founding the first 200 mile trail race in New England. We explore his unforgettable experiences running through snowstorms, nor’easters, tornado warnings, and scorching heat. John also

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01:09:23

E65: Darrell Crain; Ultra dad who doesn't know how to...

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2025/08/27

This week on Weathering The Run, I chat with Darrell Crain recommended by a past guest, Chikage Windler(Episode 11). Darrell and his son turned to running when his son was in college. Now they're a dynamic duo pursuing ultras to score Western States lottery tickets.Their most recent challenge? The Burning River 100, where relentless rain destroyed their feet with blisters, yet the pair persevered through an unforgettable run. Darrell even joked, “I don’t even know how to spell DNF,” highlighting

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00:48:39

E64: Bob Becker; Race Director, Record-Breaker &...

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2025/08/13

This week on Weathering The Run, we welcome Bob Becker—ultrarunner, race director, and all-around inspiration. Bob recently made history as the oldest official finisher of the Badwater 135, crossing the world's toughest ultramarathon at age 80, earning him a new age category and a place in Badwater lore.Beyond his Badwater feat, Bob wears many hats:-Race Director of iconic ultramarathons:The Keys 100 — a 100-mile point-to-point from Key Largo to Key WestThe Daytona 100 — a coastal 100-mile race

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00:43:54

E63: Hannah McCorkle; Coaching, Community &...

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2025/07/30

This is a great conversation with Hannah McCorkle. She helps lead Columbus’s Marathoner-in-Training (MIT) program at Fleet Feet, a program guiding over 700 runners toward half and full marathon goals. Hannah lives her life with the mantra of "Change Your Life, One Mile at a Time." She is also diving deeper with personal coaching for female athletes. She is helping them reach their full potential using philosophies that power her approach: building community, resilience, and smart consistency.📲

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E62: Sarah Biehl; Consistency, Comebacks &...

Weathering The Run ·

2025/07/15

In this episode of Weathering The Run, we chat with Sarah Biehl, a powerhouse trail and ultra runner originally from Ohio, but now residing in Colorado. After a stellar college running career, Sarah has made waves in ultras: capturing titles like the 2024 Gorge Waterfalls 50K champion and 6th female at The Canyons by UTMB. Her journey, from sprinting in high school to earning her stripes in the JFK 50 and beyond, is defined by resilience, smart racing, and gritty consistency.📲 Connect with

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