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    Road Dog Podcast

    Road Dog Podcast

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    Adventure outside with Luis Escobar, trail running legend, race director, running mentor and photographer, as he converses with athletes and public figures about all things extreme sports. We'll cover everything from sell-out trail races to the most unknown ultra-running adventures around the globe, swing over into the world of rock climbing, and dive into mountain biking, triathlons and more.

    Hosted By

    Luis Escobar and Kevin Lyons

    390: Ann Trason is Myopic with Her Focus

    390: Ann Trason is Myopic with Her Focus

    February 23, 2026
    1h 35m

    "There was a lot of throwing up going up that river and no one would give anyone a ride. I've learned that the hard way."

    Ann Trason is widely regarded as one of the greatest ultrarunners of all time. A 14-time

    champion of the Western States 100, she dominated the sport throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, redefining what was possible for women in endurance running. She's also a two-time winner of South Africa's legendary Comrades Marathon and a former world record holder at 50 miles and 100 kilometers. Known for her fierce competitiveness, quiet humility, and relentless work ethic, Ann didn't just win races—she changed the standard for excellence in ultrarunning. Today, her legacy continues to inspire generations of trail and ultra-athletes around the world. In this special episode, Luis sits down with Ann in person and chats about all things running.

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    Luis Escobar (Host) Contact:

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    Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) 
    Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
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    Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters

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