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Episode 01
John Kelly: Why Western States 100?
21 minJun 17, 2026
John Kelly is one of the world's most accomplished ultrarunners, known for completing the Barkley Marathons three times. With Western States 100 approaching, he joins Dr Neil Drew to discuss why this race remains a bucket-list event, tapering, race plans, and how he thinks about goals, motivation, and the long game of endurance.
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