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Professional trail runner James Lauriello sits down with some of the most interesting athletes, coaches, adventurers, and personalities in the mountain running world to take an inside look at what drives them and what it really takes to chase greatness in the mountains. With no script and no two conversations quite the same, The Steep Stuff Podcast dives deep into the people, stories, and ideas shaping trail, mountain, and skyrunning. From training and racing to adventure, gear, lifestyle, the highs and lows of competition, and everything in between, James brings an athlete’s perspective and genuine curiosity to every conversation. Whether it’s sitting down with the world’s best mountain runners, emerging talents, legendary figures, or the people working behind the scenes, The Steep Stuff explores what makes these individuals tick, what they’ve learned along the way, and why they continue to push themselves into the mountains. It’s all things trail, mountain and skyrunning—and the people who make the sport what it is.
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- 1 weeks ago1h 12m
#207 - Malcolm Pascotti, Founder - Can't Buy Cool Studios
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Steep Stuff Podcast, we sit down with Malcolm Pascotti, founder of Can’t Buy Cool Studios, to talk creativity, entrepreneurship, storytelling, and the culture surrounding mountain and trail running. We dive into the vision behind Can’t Buy Cool Studios, what it takes to build a brand that stands out, and the role that authenticity and creative expression play in capturing the people, places, and experiences that make this sport so special. From building...
- 1 weeks ago1h 8m
Most Replayed Episode: Makena Morley
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Steep Stuff Podcast, we sit down with Makena Morley, one of the standout talents in American distance running! We dive into Makena’s journey as a competitive runner, her transition across different racing distances and terrains, and the training, discipline, and mindset that fuel her success. From the roads and track to the trails and mountains, we explore what drives her to compete, how she approaches the demands of high-level racing, and what continue...
- 1 weeks ago1h 10m
Most Replayed Episode: Max King
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Steep Stuff Podcast, we sit down with trail and mountain running legend Max King! A force across multiple disciplines, Max has built an incredible career spanning trail running, mountain running, ultrarunning, and obstacle course racing. We dive into his journey through the sport, the experiences that have shaped him as an athlete, and the mindset required to compete at the highest level across so many different racing formats. From training and racing ...
- 2 weeks ago1h 7m
#207 - Mason Coppi - Runner up - Dèfi des Couleurs WMRA Final MSA Up/Down
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Steep Stuff Podcast, we sit down with Mason Coppi, runner-up at the 2026 WMRA Défi des Couleurs Final! We dive into Mason’s journey in the mountain running scene, his performance on the international stage, and what it takes to compete against some of the best mountain runners in the world. From training and race-day strategy to the mindset required to perform when it matters most, Mason shares insights into his approach to the sport and what’s next on ...
- 2 weeks ago1 min
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- 2 weeks ago51 min
#206 - Erin Moyer - Rising Star, 3rd Dèfi des Couleurs MSA Vertical & 5th Mtn Classic
Send us Fan Mail The Steep Stuff Podcast | Erin Moyer — WMRA World Cup Final Recap On this episode of The Steep Stuff Podcast, James Lauriello sits down with Erin Moyer following an impressive performance at the Défi des Couleurs, the WMRA World Cup Final! Erin secured 3rd place in the Uphill and 5th place in the Classic, capping off a standout showing against an international field of mountain running talent. We dive into her experience racing at the WMRA Final, the challenges of competing i...
- 2 weeks ago1h 4m
#205 - Remi Leroux - 2026 Canadian Mountain Running & Vertical Champion, 2026 Quebec Provincial Champion
Send us Fan Mail 🇨🇦 Remi Leroux | 2026 Canadian Mountain Running & Vertical Champion On this episode of the Steep Stuff Podcast, we sit down with Remi Leroux, the 2026 Canadian Mountain Running Champion, Vertical Champion & Quebec Provincial Champion to talk all things mountain running, racing, and the journey to the top of the Canadian scene. We dive into Remi’s path to becoming a national champion, the preparation and mindset required to compete at the highest level, and the challen...
- 2 weeks ago57 min
#204 - Dylan Flewelling - 2026 USATF 50K Champion
Send us Fan Mail Dylan Flewelling | 2026 USATF 50K Champion | Steep Stuff Podcast On this episode of the Steep Stuff Podcast, we sit down with Dylan Flewelling, the 2026 USATF 50K Champion! We dive into Dylan’s journey to the top of the American ultra running scene, breaking down his championship performance, the preparation behind racing 50 kilometers at an elite level, and the mindset required to compete against the best in the country. We also discuss his approach to training, racing strat...
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About The Steep Stuff Podcast
Professional trail runner James Lauriello sits down with some of the most interesting athletes, coaches, adventurers, and personalities in the mountain running world to take an inside look at what drives them and what it really takes to chase greatness in the mountains. With no script and no two conversations quite the same, The Steep Stuff Podcast dives deep into the people, stories, and ideas shaping trail, mountain, and skyrunning. From training and racing to adventure, gear, lifestyle, the highs and lows of competition, and everything in between, James brings an athlete’s perspective and genuine curiosity to every conversation. Whether it’s sitting down with the world’s best mountain runners, emerging talents, legendary figures, or the people working behind the scenes, The Steep Stuff explores what makes these individuals tick, what they’ve learned along the way, and why they continue to push themselves into the mountains. It’s all things trail, mountain and skyrunning—and the people who make the sport what it is.
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