On the chat is Jeff Iosa, Mr. Pacer Travel himself, as he takes us through his incredible journey at the Big Scrub 150. To add to the fun of the adventure, Jeff chose to take on this challenge on his birthday. From the highs to the inevitable lows, Jeff shares what it took to push through 150 miles of remote Central Florida and what kept him moving forward every step of the way.

Joining the conversation is John Baughman, who played acrucial role behind the scenes as part of Jeff’s crew. John offers insight into the strategy, support, and real-time problem-solving that go into helping Jeff succeed in such a challenging event. Joe Miller, the Race Director for the Big Scrub 150, also joins us to give his perspective on how it all went down.

Together, they dive into the experience from every angle – the runner, the crew, and the race director, giving a full behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to take on the Big Scrub 150.

Unlike a traditional race where everyone lines up at the same start line on the same day, the Big Scrub 150 is something completely different. Runners have the entire calendar year to complete the 150-mile route through the rugged and sandy terrain of the Big Scrub area of Central Florida.

It’s an “on your own” adventure that requires planning, grit, and a strong support system. But what truly makes this event special is the community behind it. Before you can even attempt the Big Scrub 150 yourself, you have to give back — by crewing, pacing, or helping another runner during their attempt. That requirement creates a tight-knit network of runners supporting runners, and it’s become one of the defining characteristics of the event.

Huge congratulations again to Jeff Iosa for finishing the Big Scrub 150 — a true test of endurance and determination. Also make sure to check out his Youtube page, Pacer Travel!

The Long Play Trail Run was back for another year out at theRidge Manor Trailhead! This race starts you off along the Withlacoochee River before diving into Croom Forest for the "Croom Loop!" On the chat, we've got Michele Moreno, Rebecca Connor, and Kat Michlik!

Rebecca actually placed 2nd Overall for the women with a time of 5:29:54 and Kat followed strong placing 3rd Overall for the women with a time of 5:44:50. Even more impressive—both Rebecca and Kat only stepped into the trail and ultra scene in 2025 and are already making big moves.

Michele has an UltraSignup history that back to 2019, she’s the seasoned presence in the group—bringing years of grit, experience, and consistency to every start line. She’s even done the Skunk Ape 100 Mile. Races like this aren’t just about placements, and Michele continues to show what it means to stay committed to the long game.

In this episode, we head back to Tallahassee for the World Cross Country Championships. Joining the conversation is Jack Anstey, who represented Australia in the Gold Medal winning Mixed Relay event.

No stranger to the international stage, Jack has also competed at the 2022 World Indoor Championships and the 2023 World Road Running Championships, and he currently holds the Indoor 1000m Record for both Australia and Oceania.

Earlier this year, the World Cross Country Championships landed in Florida, where alongside the men’s and women’s individual races, the Mixed Relay kicked off the championship weekend. Australia brought some of there best with a team of Ollie Hoare, Linden Hall, Jack, and Jessica Hull, ultimately bringing home the gold medal.

On this episode, we jump into the All Day at Holloway 50k put on by RunFluent Events. On the chat, we've got Justin Kaufmann who won the 50k with a time of 3:57:35 and Jason Todd who placed 7th Overall with a time of 5:33:50! Even I had a blast running the 10k too!

In this episode, we break down the race day experience, celebrate the achievements of these incredible runners, and explore the community and camaraderie that make events like the All Day at Holloway 50K so special. Whether you’re a seasoned ultrarunner or just curious about what it takes to tackle a 50K, this episode is packed with insights, stories, and inspiration.

Holloway Park is the legacy of Mary Ann and Edward Holloway, who were long-time residents of the local area. In 2010, the couple decided to preserve our lands in perpetuity. The property had been mined before 1950 and was left in a rugged state with a series of ridges and valleys. Over the years, this 362-acre nature park has improved the biodiversity of native plants, provided a safe haven for all wildlife, and created trails for runners and nature enthusiasts. Holloway Park was donated to the City of Lakeland in 2023 and is maintained and operated by the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts Department for the City of Lakeland.

On this episode of the Florida Trail Runners Podcast, wecatch up with Jon Reid after completing one of Florida’s most unique endurance challenges — the Big Scrub 150. And joining the conversation is Joe Miller, Race Director of Combat Racing and the creator behind the Big Scrub 150.

In this episode, Jon walks us through his journey frompreparation to execution — the long miles, the mental battles, the role of family and crew, and what it felt like to finally get it done. Joe dives into how the Big Scrub 150 came to be, what makes the course such a challenge, and why the community aspect is so important to the spirit of the event.

Unlike a traditional race where everyone lines up at the same start line on the same day, the Big Scrub 150 is omething completely different. Runners have the entire calendar year to complete the 150-mile route through the rugged and sandy terrain of the Big Scrub area of Central Florida. It’s an “on your own” adventure that requires planning, grit, and a strongsupport system.

But what truly makes this event special is the communitybehind it. Before you can even attempt the Big Scrub 150 yourself, you have to give back — by crewing, pacing, or helping another runner during their attempt. That requirement creates a tight-knit network of runners supporting runners, and it’s become one of the defining characteristics of the event.

Huge congratulations again to Jon Reid for finishing the BigScrub 150 — a true test of endurance and determination. Also make sure to check out his Youtube page, YouRunYou, and the gear he’s got on Shopify.

Episode 118 of the Florida Trail Runners Podcast takes us back to the trails with stories from the Coo-Wah-Chobee 50k! Held at the beautiful Carlton Preserve near Venice, Florida, this RunFluent event delivered a memorable day on the course.

Joining the conversation is overall winner Sean Pamer, whonot only took first place but did it in his very first 50k. We’re also joined by Jeff Torres and Kyle Slone as they break down how their races unfolded—from training and race-day planning to course conditions and the highs, lows, and everything in between.

There’s nothing better than hearing race-day experiences straight from the runners themselves, and this episode gives a real look at what it was like out on the course. This is one you won’t want to miss!

Here we are with Episode 117 of the Florida Trail RunnersPodcast, and for this episode, we’re stepping off the trail and onto the track with Jenoah McKiver as he makes his professional debut with the 600m at the legendary Millrose Games.

Jenoah comes into this race with a serious list of accomplishments. A two-time Big Ten Champion during his time at the University of Iowa, he later helped lead the University of Florida to its third NCAA Outdoor National Championship, anchoring the 4x400m relay to a third-place finish in a blazing 2:58.98. He’s also earned multiple NCAA All American honors across both indoor and outdoor track.

On the international stage, he represented the United States at the 2025 NACAC Championships in Barbados, placing fourth in the final of the 400m. Jenoah then represented Team USA at the 2025 World Outdoor Championships, bringing home silver in the men’s 4x400m and gold in the mixed 4x400m relay.

Recently, Jenoah placed 2nd in the Indoor 600m witha time of 1:14.77, for a new personal best, to make his pro debut at the Millrose Games!

This year the World Cross Country Championships were held in Tallahassee, Forida and with that Toby Gualter continues to cement his status as one of New Zealand’s most versatile distance runners placing 47th in theworld.

As a native of Wellington, Toby’s career thus far has been impressive. After building a formidable reputation in the NCAA - competing for Eastern Michigan University and NC State – he’s run PB’s of 13:41.90 in the 5,000m and 28:54.91 in the 10,000m. He’s also ran a time of 1:03:22 in the Half-Marathon. Whether he’s tearing up the track, the roads, or the cross-country course, Toby Gualter is quickly becoming a fixture in the international distance running scene.