BeRad Podcast

At the end of 2023, Matt Daniel’s was unexpectedly dropped by his long time shoe sponsor, Nike. With no sponsorship, he was forced to face with the choice: does he keep chasing his running dreams, even without the backing of a sponsor? Spoiler - he does and the 2024 season has been the best of his career so far. Tune into this episode with Matt Daniels to hear how running for himself has coincided with finally running with joy. 

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Zach Friedley was born with just one leg. From finding running through a meditative and therapeutic journey, to committing his life to making trail running more accessible to other adaptive athletes, Zach doesn’t say no to what others might deem impossible. We chat about developing prosthetics robust enough to carry Zach through the most rugged mountain races in the world, working with races and brands to make trail, racing  more accessible and why it’s so important to put the spotlight on adaptive athletes. This guy is an inspiration. Tune in to this episode to hear how trail running saved Zach.

On this episode of BeRad The Podcast, Cat, your host, and Carson, your producer, sit down to discuss Cat’s recent 100k finish at Black Canyons. This was Cat’s first finish since 2022 and the first attempt at racing with her new hip. The duo discuss the difference they both see in Cat’s attitude now that she’s healthy, the training block, and how the race unfolded. Tune in for this insight on Cat’s return to racing, and what it’s going to take to get her back to performing at a high level. 

Thanks so much to our sponsor, deltaG Ketones. Cat has been seeing HUGE results in quality of sleep while take delta G Performance before bed. Cat has been noticing huge improvements in her rate of recovery due to DeltaG Ketones. She even took DeltaG Tactical Ketones before this episode and felt ON. Check out the link below to take the ketone quiz!!! 

On this episode of BeRad The Podcast, Cat sits down with Courtney Barnes and Erin Clark, two former NCAA Track and Field stars turned elite trail runners. The trio discuss the pit falls of the collegiate system, how the team aspect of professional track and road running could benefit trail runners, injury recovery and finding balance. Tune into this fun chat for a little peak into the future of trail running. 

Thanks so much to our sponsor, deltaG Ketones. Cat has been seeing HUGE results in quality of sleep while take delta G Performance before bed. Cat has been noticing huge improvements in her rate of recovery due to DeltaG Ketones. She even took DeltaG Tactical Ketones before this episode and felt ON. Check out the link below to take the ketone quiz!!! 

On this episode of BeRad The Podcast, Cat sits down in Hilo, Hawaii, with the best white water kayaker of all time, Dane Jackson. Dane, a six-time world champion and sender of 100 ft waterfalls, talks about his relationship with fear and graces us with sound advice for any extreme athlete. Tune in to learn from one of the best athletes of our time and how Cat hopes to apply his zealous approach to sport to her running.

Cat has been a fan of Tina Muir, a former professional marathoner and  podcast host, since 2016, and was an avid listener of her podcast while training for the 2017 Western States 100. On the episode of BeRad The Podcast, Cat and Tina chat about her work as a sustainability advisor, advocate for women’s health in sports, her new book co-written with Zoe Rom, transitioning from elite marathoning to motherhood and more. Tune in to this episode to learn how Tina does it all 

Cat has been competing against Nicole Bitter, Austin, TX resident and professional ultra runner for Altra, for upwards of ten years. While Cat has often struggled to find her stride, Nicole has put out consistent performances throughout the decade, winning seven coveted Golden Tickets into Western States, and has continued to run at an elite level while balancing her full time job. Cat and Nicole dig into what the key to her success might be, how she balances running in her busy life, and the rapid growth of ultra running. Tune in to hear Cat learn from one of the greats. 

Thanks so much to our sponsor, delta G!! I have been seeing HUGE results in my quality of sleep when I take delta G Performance before bed. Took deltaG Tactical Ketones before this episode and felt ON. Check out the link below to take the ketone quiz!!! 

If Cat had to choose one word to describe Sabrina Stanley, it would be fierce. She is a fierce competitor, and has climbed the ranks to become one of the strongest ultrarunners in the world. Cat and Sabrina talk details about what makes them strive, the challenges they each experience in the sport, and the huge undertaking that Sabrina is about to go through (UTMB). Tune in and learn what it takes to build strength from failure, and regain confidence to get back to the start line ready. 

In this episode of BeRad the Podcast, Cat sits down with Amanda Basham and Justin Grunewald, a professional trail running power couple to follow. They go over how to overcome grief, how to race hard and without the fear of failure, and what it means to balance life as a busy parent and professional athlete. Tune in to hear how Amanda and Justin closed a 100k trail race by throwing down 5:30 miles and more. 

Thanks so much to our sponsor, delta G!! I have been seeing HUGE results in my quality of sleep when I take delta G Performance before bed. I took deltaG Tactical Ketones before this episode and felt ON. Check out the link below to take the ketone quiz!!! 

In this episode of BeRAD the Podcast, Cat sits down with Lucy Bartholomew, Australia’s all-star ultra runner. They talk about the 2023 UTMB, her prep into her first IronMan real championship, and growing up in the sport of ultra running. Tune in to hear Lucy‘s vulnerable, and honest account of her rise to success, and how she is coped with the ups and downs of professional running. Thanks so much to our sponsor, Delta G, and check out the link below to take the ketone quiz!!!

Tune in to this bonus episode of BeRad The Podcast where your host, Cat Bradley, reveals her favorite ultra-running memes to ultra-running legend, Scott Jurek. Does Scott describe truck balls? Maybe. You don’t want to miss this episode. 

Welcome to SEASON TWO of BeRad the Pod, where your host, Cat Bradley, sits down with Nell Rojas, ranked 6th in the US and has finished as the top American at the 2021 and 2022 Boston Marathon, finishing in the top 10 at both races. She stands for inclusivity in the running space for people of color and for women empowerment. In this episode we chat about what it takes to be great, how to follow your dreams fiercely, and how to commit to the process bravely. Tune in to hear Cat grill Nell on all that she has done right as a professional runner in the last ten years. 

In this episode of The BeRad Podcast, Cat cohosts with Cameron Hanes, a professional bow hunter, ultra runner, and overall inspirational dude. Cam asks Cat what it might take to elevate her running game, what it was like to win the Western States so young, and how getting hit by a UPS truck in 2015 impacted her trajectory. In response, Cam gives sage advice and lays out what it takes to be great.  Tune in to hear Cat and Cam hit if off. I hope it is the first of many! 

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In this episode of The BeRad Podcast, Cat and Kalei Kaho’okele sit down to talk story about Hawaiian outrigger canoe paddling. Kalei’s is an inspiring waterman who will tell you what it means to dial in his sport. Cat and Kalei discuss what lights their fire to push themselves in their respective sports, how they are similar, and Kalei walks through the details of canoe racing. From what a Hawaiian outrigger canoe is, to how the sport is progressing, and what it means to represent his homeland of Hawaii. 

In this episode of BeRad The Podcast, Cat sits down in front of a LIVE audience with Sage Canaday in Auburn, CA, the heart of American Ultra Running. Sage, one of the most recognizable ultra-distance athletes in the US, draws from his decade of professional mountain ultra-trail running to drop race-saving knowledge on the live audience. They cover gear, the progression of ultra running, why the 100-mile distance hasn’t quite clicked for him, and how to show up to the start line confident. Tune in to hear applicable ultra-running advice from Sage. 

In this episode of BeRad The Podcast, Cat sits down with Jeffrey Binney. Jeffery is a comedian, a film maker, a story teller and a reluctant yet passionate endurance athlete. Jeffery and Cat talk about their love affair for outer space, their adventurous drive, and the parallels between comedy and endurance running. Tune in to hear these two quirky musical theater nerds dive into self discovery with a sense of humor. 

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In this episode of the BeRad Podcast, Cat Bradley and Chris McDougall, New York Times best-selling author of Born To Run, catch up in Kailua, Hawaii. As one of America’s most popular adventure-sport writers, with more than 2 million books in print, Chris gives some hard-to-swallow advice on being present and relates it back to his many worldwide adventures as a journalist. Tune in to hear these two life enthusiasts nerd out on all things running, community, writing, and life in Hawaii.

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On this episode of BeRad The Podcast, Cat sits down with the editor and chief at Trail Running Magazine and overall badass, Zoë Rom. They review some of the present disparities of opportunity in trail running, how to cope with hate messages on social media, and the toll of being a spokesperson for necessary change. Tune in to hear how Cat and Zoe relish in their shared imperfections and experiences.

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Cat Bradley and Carson Magoon just returned from what some might call a psychotic adventure, where Cat DNF’ed and Carson had a hell of a first-time time pacing. This episode is not for the faint-hearted and goes into detail about what really went down at the Tarawera 100 miler in New Zealand. They dive into why Cat was pulled from the race and how they plan to arrive at the next race ready to charge. Tune in to hear what the life of a professional ultra-runner is really like, and the challenges that Cat had to overcome at this competitive stage.

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Elite ultrarunner Zach Bitter and Cat Bradley sit down and get into the details of his hyper-successful running career, lifestyle, and passions. In 2019, Zach broke world records in the 100-mile and 12-hour running events, completing 100 miles in 11:19, and kept running to break the 12-hour record with 104.8 miles. Zach is well known for pushing the boundaries of the sport while experimenting with fuel sources to optimize his performance. He discusses where his focus lies while undertaking huge challenges and maintaining his position at the top of the sport. Tune in to hear Cat and Zach nerd out about the nitty-gritty of ultra-marathon running.

On this episode of BeRad the Podcast, Cat sits down with legendary TV show host, cyclist, YouTuber, storyteller, and sometimes ultra runner, Ryan Van Duzer. In this action-packed hour, Cat and Duzer talk about what freedom means to him, his bike adventuring riding from Honduras back home to Boulder, his love of being outdoors, and what makes him just a little bit different. Join us by tuning in to this podcast to hear the wise advice of this lifelong adventure-seeker.

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Cat Bradley sits down with accomplished ultrarunner Anton Krupicka for a conversation about the world of ultrarunning and how both of their lives have been shaped by the sport. With back-to-back wins at Leadville in 2006 and 2007 at the beginning of his ultrarunning career and many competitive wins and podium finishes since then, Anton Krupicka’s running career is nothing short of amazing. He is not only a fast runner, though. “known for his long hair and beard as well as his minimalist approach to life,”-(the internet) Anton shares what makes him strive to accomplish great things and the story of his long career as an all-around mountain athlete, from injury to triumphs, and everything in between!

Cat Bradley sits down with Amelia Boone, one of the most accomplished obstacle course racing (OCR) athletes in the history of the sport, she has won both the Spartan Race World Championship (2013) and World's Toughest Mudder (three times 2012, 2014 and 2015). While Amelia’s athletic accolades speak for themselves, she also has taken on a powerful and impactful role as a mental health advocate by simply speaking honestly about her own experience. Tune in to listen to Cat and Amelia discuss the fine line between sport and disorder, the pressures of social media, and what it means to perform at a high level in any profession.

Cat and Carson sit down to recount the blood, gut, and glory of the Puerto Vallarta 100 miler (180 kilometers) by the UTMB world series. Cat set out looking for redemption after her DNF in Europe earlier this summer and to qualify for a spot in the 2023 UTMB with a podium finish, and Carson was along for the adventure. What they expected to be a fast, 18-22 hour finish turned into a 36-hour vision quest for both runner and crew. Cat ventured six miles off course and was greeted back on course by a puma. Carson put the rental car through the wringer on rugged backcountry roads and a stream crossing or two. Tune in to hear how Cat and Carson survived their trek through Mexico.

Here is the gear Cat depended on to survive

Cat Bradley and Billy Yang, inarguably the best-known storyteller in ultra-trail running, sit down in *Chamonix, France, to share their insights about the sport's growth. They chat about how the sport has changed, how Billy grew into his role as a professional content creator, his relationship with a fellow artist, and about cancel culture in the running space. Tune in to hear what Billy thinks sets him apart as a high-achieving content creator and to hear Cat and Billy geek out over their favorite comedians.

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The 2018 Boston Marathon Champion and running legend Des Linden sat down with trail racing vet Cat Bradley to discuss what sets Des apart as a world-class athlete and where those skills might take her as a future trail runner. Des and Cat examine what it means to have a champion mindset, their adventures in Chamonix, France, and their love affair with their sponsor, Brooks Running. Tune in for some of Desʻs hard-earned wisdom in the world of distance running and her first taste of trail running.

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