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Roots Running

Roots is a trail and ultrarunning focused show born out of a deep appreciation for the humble origins of our sport, and a dedication to shedding light on stories that won't otherwise be told.

Sports Running
Update frequency
every 9 days
Average duration
59 minutes
Episodes
96
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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Burning River Fiasco, On Cloud Ultra Pro's, Jarman's Invitational Marathon and more | Roots Rundown vol. 6

Burning River Fiasco, On Cloud Ultra Pro's, Jarman's Invitational Marathon and more | Roots Rundown vol. 6

Summary


In this episode of the Roots Running Podcast, hosts Sean Cate and Alva Ferguson discuss their personal updates, including Al's house purchase and the busy summer racing season. They recap the …

01:09:44  |   Fri 08 Aug 2025
2025 Western States Breakdown, Backyard Ultra World Record, and 2025 Hardrock Preview | Roots Rundown Vol. 6

2025 Western States Breakdown, Backyard Ultra World Record, and 2025 Hardrock Preview | Roots Rundown Vol. 6

Al and Sean hop on for rundown to process everything that transpired during this years highly anticipated WSER 100. The boys cover the mens and women's top ten, notable DNF's and drama. Also covered …

01:09:44  |   Fri 11 Jul 2025
East Coast Favorites at Western States Endurance Run | Roots Rundown Vol. 5

East Coast Favorites at Western States Endurance Run | Roots Rundown Vol. 5

Sean and Al bringing you a preview of WSER 100 from the viewpoint of our beast coast favorites, notable east coast alumni racing on the big stage, and speculation on top men and women, potential outc…

01:06:55  |   Fri 27 Jun 2025
NYC Run Culture - Tanner Hoffarth | Roots Trail and Ultra Running

NYC Run Culture - Tanner Hoffarth | Roots Trail and Ultra Running

Tanner Hoffarth jumped on the show this week give us the lowdown on the biggest city on the East Coast. The boys discuss Tanner's journey into trail running in New York City, the rise of running club…

01:25:45  |   Sun 22 Jun 2025
New England's Vibrant Ultra-Running Scene-Lila Gaudrault | Roots Trail and Ultra Running

New England's Vibrant Ultra-Running Scene-Lila Gaudrault | Roots Trail and Ultra Running

Welcome to the Roots Trail and Ultra Running podcast! This week's guest, Lila Gaudrault, is a rising star in the New England trail scene. at just 22 years old and fresh out of a rigorous bachelors of…

01:26:16  |   Fri 13 Jun 2025
Roots Rundown Vol. 4 | John Kelly on the Appalachian Trail, Old Dominion 100, Sunapee Scramble, and Substack

Roots Rundown Vol. 4 | John Kelly on the Appalachian Trail, Old Dominion 100, Sunapee Scramble, and Substack

Sean and (back so soon!) guest host Ken Seal jump on for an episode of the Roots Rundown, a general conversation about the most significant trail and ultra news on the East Coast covering topics like…

01:14:25  |   Sun 08 Jun 2025
The Mind Behind The Ultra Minute Newsletter- Ken Seals | Roots Trail and Ultra Running

The Mind Behind The Ultra Minute Newsletter- Ken Seals | Roots Trail and Ultra Running

A couple months ago I (Sean) noticed a perfectly curated, simple instagram post recapping all the major ultra running events from the previous weekend. A couple clicks later I found myself on Substac…

01:27:14  |   Fri 30 May 2025
Roots Rundown Vol 3. | Al's Hellbender 100 breakdown, Reflections from Cocodona, Mandatory Gear, Hot Takes

Roots Rundown Vol 3. | Al's Hellbender 100 breakdown, Reflections from Cocodona, Mandatory Gear, Hot Takes

On this edition of the rundown Alvah and Sean breakdown Al's experience at the Hellbender 100 mile outside of Ashville, NC. Alvah was able to buckle down and finish in the face of some pretty violent…

01:25:47  |   Fri 23 May 2025
Arlen Glick - The Chase Film, ACL surgery, Muskie Fishing, and More | Roots Trail and Ultra Running

Arlen Glick - The Chase Film, ACL surgery, Muskie Fishing, and More | Roots Trail and Ultra Running

Arlen Glick joins the fellas to talk all things BEAST coast, the recently released Aravaipa film 'The Chase' featuring Arlen as one of five runners, his decision to have ACL surgery after 12 years an…

01:57:51  |   Fri 16 May 2025
Rachel Lemcke- Right Mind Running Company | Roots Trail and Ultra Running

Rachel Lemcke- Right Mind Running Company | Roots Trail and Ultra Running

Beast Coast Alumni and old friend Rachel Lemcke joins Sean for a conversation about the value of personalized one on one coaching for athletes of all levels, her approach to coaching and being more t…

01:21:16  |   Fri 16 May 2025
Hans Troyer on Canyons 100k, WSER, Young and Fit | Roots Trail and Ultra Running

Hans Troyer on Canyons 100k, WSER, Young and Fit | Roots Trail and Ultra Running

Roots Fam! Coming off a second place and golden ticket finish at the Canyons 100k, joining Sean on the podcast this week is none other than the YOUNG and Fit , Hans Troyer.


Hans stormed onto the ultra…

01:06:01  |   Fri 09 May 2025
Promise Land 50k and Canyons by UTMB Previews, Retail Running Stores, Livestream Wars, and Hot Takes | Roots Rundown Vol. 2

Promise Land 50k and Canyons by UTMB Previews, Retail Running Stores, Livestream Wars, and Hot Takes | Roots Rundown Vol. 2

In this episode, Sean Cate and Al discuss the evolution of trail running, focusing on how media coverage and technological advancements are shaping the sport. They delve into upcoming races, particul…

01:14:32  |   Fri 25 Apr 2025
Caleb Bowen | Roots Episode 5

Caleb Bowen | Roots Episode 5

Alvah and Sean welcome Caleb Bowen to the show this week!


If you enjoyed the show please follow, save, give us a review and feel free to send any questions or comments our way either in the comments …

01:40:50  |   Fri 11 Apr 2025
Mount Mitchell Heart Breaker, Norda 005s, and Race Recaps | Roots Rundown vol 1

Mount Mitchell Heart Breaker, Norda 005s, and Race Recaps | Roots Rundown vol 1

Alvah and Sean bring you the very first edition of the Roots Rundown. The fellas catch up on Al's recent 50 miler, thoughts on the Norda 005s, all the race recaps fro Chianti, Big Alta, and more.


Let…

01:18:48  |   Sun 30 Mar 2025
Butch Slabach | Roots Episode 3

Butch Slabach | Roots Episode 3

This episode of Roots is brought to you by hard work and determination. 


Sean and Al are joined by Butch Slabach, a Virginia native coming hot onto the scene and throwing down some impressive times on…

01:47:55  |   Wed 26 Mar 2025
David Horton | Roots Episode 2

David Horton | Roots Episode 2

Joining the Roots Running pod, none other than THE Dr. David Horton. Not a single person that we know of has influenced more people to become true runners and ultra-runners as Horton. Not only that, …

01:25:19  |   Wed 19 Mar 2025
An Origin Story | Roots Episode 1

An Origin Story | Roots Episode 1

We are stoked to bring you the very first episode of the Roots Running podcast, hosted by Sean Cate and Alvah Ferguson. This episode features a dive into the purpose of the podcast, what trail/ultra …

01:13:50  |   Tue 11 Mar 2025
WTGGT: The Final Episode

WTGGT: The Final Episode

Tough fam! We apologize dearly for the whiplash, as our last episode led both all of us to believe we were continuing on with the WTGGT podcast with renewed vigor. The truth is, today's episode will …

00:24:06  |   Tue 25 Feb 2025
Black Canyons 100k Preview with Lee Jarvis: WTGGT- Episode 75

Black Canyons 100k Preview with Lee Jarvis: WTGGT- Episode 75

This episode of When The Going Get’s Tough is brought to you by Lee Jarvis Coaching™️


Lee joined the boys this week to discuss his winter training block in anticipation of the Black Canyon’s 100k comi…

00:57:21  |   Tue 28 Jan 2025
Beginner Strength Training: WTGGT- Episode 74

Beginner Strength Training: WTGGT- Episode 74

This episode of When The Going Get’s Tough is brought to you by blood, sweat and determination. Sean recaps his first week of the training program under Adam’s supervision and shares what went well a…

01:34:01  |   Tue 21 Jan 2025
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