Buckle Up with Simon and Brian

About Buckle Up with Simon and Brian

Buckle Up: Exploring the World of Ultrarunning Strap on your virtual shoes and join us on a journey beyond the trail. This is Buckle Up, your one-stop shop for everything ultrarunning. Whether you're a seasoned veteran crushing 100-milers or a curious beginner eyeing your first 50k, we've got something for you.

Publisher

Brian Passenti

Category

sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 Feb 2024

Latest episode

15 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

126 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Oct 2026

   Faith and Endurance: Elliot's Story

   In this conversation, Elliot Murphy shares his journey into ultra running, discussing his preparation for the Pumpkin Holler Hunnerd (PHH), his experiences with grief, and how running has transformed his life. He emphasizes the importance of community, mental resilience, and the role of faith in his running journey. Elliot also highlights his partnership with Comfort Zone Camp, a charity supporting young people through grief, as he prepares to run for a cause that resonates deeply with him.Check back in next week to see how it all goes for Elliot!And check out these links too:https://comfortzonecamp.org/https://www.relayforamerica.org/https://www.instagram.com/elliotmurphyy/

2. 

   7 Oct 2026

   Brian Reynolds: A Story of Resilience

   In this conversation, Coach Brian, Mandy Mullen, and Brian Reynolds discuss the challenges and triumphs of Brian's journey as a double amputee who has taken on the Leadville Trail 100. They explore the chaos of back-to-school routines, the evolution of Brian's running journey, and the importance of community support in overcoming adversity. Brian shares his experiences with prosthetics, the shift in his mindset towards physical activity, and the significance of his crew during the race. In this conversation, Brian shares his journey through ultra running, focusing on the importance of community support, overcoming challenges with prosthetics, and the emotional highs and lows of racing. He reflects on his experiences at the Leadville Trail, the lessons learned from past attempts, and the joy of finally finishing the race. The discussion highlights the power of inspiration and motivation found in the ultra running community, as well as Brian's future aspirations beyond racing.

3. 

   7 Oct 2026

   "We Did It!" with Adrian Macdonald

   Join us as we delve into Adrian McDonald's remarkable four-time Leadville Trail 100 finish, including three wins, and explore his training, nutrition, and race strategies that make him a top contender in ultra running.

Who has been a guest on Buckle Up with Simon and Brian

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Matt Scoletti
• Kilian Korth
• Steve Sammut Nurminen
• Suze Kandler
• Brian Burkhardt

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

52,718

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.7 / 5

18 ratings

Spotify

4.7 / 5

20 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 63 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

65

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

77

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Guest appearances

Does not typically book guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.

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