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HappyCast

From the folks who bring you Happy Endings Trail Crew. Dylan, Stephanie and Andrew talk about how they started Happy Endings and the vision they have for building the community around trail running even stronger.

Sports Running
Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
89 minutes
Episodes
168
Years Active
2022 - 2025
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Battling the Bear 100: Erin, Stephanie, and Darren’s High-Stakes Trail Tale

Battling the Bear 100: Erin, Stephanie, and Darren’s High-Stakes Trail Tale

This week on HappyCast, Stephanie and Darren welcome Erin MacNabb to discuss her recent finish at the Bear 100, a race renowned for its rugged terrain, stunning autumn scenery, and grueling 22,000-fo…

01:26:46  |   Wed 30 Oct 2024
Tandem Running: How Gus and Ashley Conquered the Cowboy 200 Together

Tandem Running: How Gus and Ashley Conquered the Cowboy 200 Together

On this episode of the HappyCast, we talk about fear of heights and how we manage racing through it! Not really…but that does come up at the end. For this episode, we are joined by returning guests G…

01:32:35  |   Wed 23 Oct 2024
Run Happy, Finish Strong: Simon Guérard’s Guide to Ultra Joy

Run Happy, Finish Strong: Simon Guérard’s Guide to Ultra Joy

In this episode, we sit down with Simon Guérard, an ultra-runner and filmmaker with an unbroken streak of finishes. Fresh off his impressive runs at the Saddle 100 in Arizona and the Tor des Géants i…

01:19:27  |   Wed 16 Oct 2024
Conquering the Divide: Rachel Bambrick’s Journey Through the Rockies

Conquering the Divide: Rachel Bambrick’s Journey Through the Rockies

In this episode of the HappyCast, we go traverse the Canadian Rockies with Rachel Bambrick in one of the hardest “new” 200 milers in the country: The Divide 200 by Sinister Sports. Rachel talks about…

01:18:20  |   Wed 09 Oct 2024
Déjà Vécu in the Alps: Mika Thewes vs. Tor Des Géants

Déjà Vécu in the Alps: Mika Thewes vs. Tor Des Géants

The crew heads towards the Alps for this episode of the HappyCast, with prolific 200 mile runner, Mika Thewes, who is fresh off of completing one of the hardest 200 mile races in the world, Tor des G…

01:22:02  |   Wed 02 Oct 2024
See Ken Run, Run Ken Run

See Ken Run, Run Ken Run

In this special episode of the HappyCast, the hosts sit down with ultra-runner Kenneth Anderlitch to discuss his ambitious 1,700-mile run from Washington D.C. to San Antonio. The run is not just abou…

01:07:14  |   Wed 25 Sep 2024
Conquering the Crazy Mountain 100 and Balancing Training with Parenthood with Chance Helmick

Conquering the Crazy Mountain 100 and Balancing Training with Parenthood with Chance Helmick

In this episode of HappyCast, Stephanie and guest host Ben Bridgeman sit down with Chance Helmick to talk about his incredible journey at the Crazy Mountain 100. This grueling race, set in the breath…

01:31:35  |   Wed 18 Sep 2024
Hallucination 100 Mile: A Run Woodstock Saga

Hallucination 100 Mile: A Run Woodstock Saga

In this episode of HappyCast, Stephanie takes us through her experience at the Hallucination 100, held during the groovy Run Woodstock festival in Michigan. While the weather and conditions were mana…

01:07:12  |   Wed 11 Sep 2024
Guiding the Way: Roberto Gonzalez and Jeff Hardaway’s Habanero 100K

Guiding the Way: Roberto Gonzalez and Jeff Hardaway’s Habanero 100K

In this episode of HappyCast, we’re excited to welcome Roberto Gonzalez, who recounts the incredible experience of pacing blind runner Jeff Hardaway to his 100-kilometer finish at the infamous Habane…

01:13:52  |   Wed 04 Sep 2024
Mind Over Miles: How Jessica Schiller Conquered the Bigfoot 200

Mind Over Miles: How Jessica Schiller Conquered the Bigfoot 200

On this week’s episode of the HappyCast, we are joined by returning guest AND recently crowned Bigfoot 200 winner, Jessica Schiller! This was Jessica’s first 200 mile race, and she was up against som…

01:24:32  |   Wed 28 Aug 2024
Trail Tales from the Badger 100: Peg’s Wild Ride to Mile 90

Trail Tales from the Badger 100: Peg’s Wild Ride to Mile 90

In this lively episode of HappyCast, Stephanie teams up with local runner Peg Donahue and her brother for a deep dive into their recent adventure at the Badger 100 in Wisconsin. The Badger 100, part …

01:11:28  |   Wed 21 Aug 2024
Brandy Ray’s Badwater 135: Jumanji in Death Valley

Brandy Ray’s Badwater 135: Jumanji in Death Valley

In this episode of HappyCast, we delve into the epic journey of this year’s Badwater 135, a race so intense it could be likened to a real-life game of Jumanji. We’re joined by ultra runner Brandy Ray…

01:38:04  |   Wed 14 Aug 2024
Trailblazing the Summit 200: Walter Handloser’s Inaugural Race Recap

Trailblazing the Summit 200: Walter Handloser’s Inaugural Race Recap

In this episode of HappyCast, we are thrilled to welcome ultra runner Walter Handloser. Fresh off his recent finish at the grueling Summit 200, Walter sits down with us to share his experiences and i…

01:32:58  |   Wed 07 Aug 2024
Mighty McClelland Conquers: The First Finisher of the Mighty Gallatin Stage Run

Mighty McClelland Conquers: The First Finisher of the Mighty Gallatin Stage Run

This week on the HappyCast, we sit down with the first EVER finisher of the Mighty Gallatin seven-day stage run, Connor McClelland, fresh off of his flight back home to San Diego, and go in-depth wit…

01:16:42  |   Wed 31 Jul 2024
Crew Check-in: Muleshoe Bend and Badwater Prep

Crew Check-in: Muleshoe Bend and Badwater Prep

This week on the HappyCast, the crew ramble on about a variety of topics as they all prepare for a very busy next few weeks. In the first segment, Dylan and Stephanie do a check-in with returning gue…

01:11:47  |   Wed 17 Jul 2024
Finding Flow at Western States

Finding Flow at Western States

In this week's episode of HappyCast, we join local ultrarunner Greg Sisengrath as he reflects on his transformative journey at the Western States 100. Greg, alongside his crew members Jen Kirkpatrick…

01:16:16  |   Wed 10 Jul 2024
Copper Kings 100: The Unmarked Journey

Copper Kings 100: The Unmarked Journey

In the latest heart-stirring episode of HappyCast, join Stephanie as she takes on the formidable Copper Kings 100, an awe-inspiring mountain race crafted by ultra-runner Wes Plate. Set in the picture…

01:24:18  |   Wed 03 Jul 2024
Tahoe Triumphs and Tribulations: Marion's Finish and Andrew's Wild Ride

Tahoe Triumphs and Tribulations: Marion's Finish and Andrew's Wild Ride

In this thrilling recap episode of HappyCast, we introduce our newest adopted member, Marion Guillemant. Marion connected with Andrew and Stephanie and was crewed and paced by the Happy Endings team,…

01:46:12  |   Wed 26 Jun 2024
Heat, Hills, and Heroes: The Evolution of Achille's Hill with Liz and Ben Bridgeman

Heat, Hills, and Heroes: The Evolution of Achille's Hill with Liz and Ben Bridgeman

In this electrifying episode of HappyCast, we dive deep into the heart of Texas to explore the grueling yet exhilarating local fatass race known as Achilles’ Hill. Join us as race directors Ben and L…

01:45:17  |   Wed 19 Jun 2024
Mystic Miles: Tales from the Mohican 100

Mystic Miles: Tales from the Mohican 100

In this exhilarating episode of HappyCast, join us as we venture into the heart of Ohio for the iconic Mohican Trail 100. Known as one of the original 100-mile races in the United States, this trail …

01:04:55  |   Wed 12 Jun 2024
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