Dean Leslie is the filmmaker behind 8 seasons of Salomon Running TV which included some of the best and most influential films, during what was a defining moment for our sport.
In this special episode of Creators Cooldown, Dean and I talk about how Salomon Running TV got started, how the films got made, and how the channel developed into what it is today.
Watch some of the films we discussed here:
Barcelona: https://youtu.be/uDbS1NhpedM
Transamericana: https://youtu.be/5ciEqPZsOCs
Trail Dog: https://youtu.be/05sUhlxFBk0
Kroger's Canteen: https://youtu.be/P5e7pr2Z6ZU
The Teacher: https://youtu.be/t8NHpcb-yW4
The Ultimate Fan: https://youtu.be/OF8ZdwpnTLQ
Why We Run: https://youtu.be/zn6k3gXCszE
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9 Jan 2026
Making Videos for David Roche, with Cody Bare
Filmmaker Cody Bare discusses his experience creating videos for athlete David Roche's YouTube channel, exploring strategies for building a successful series and the value of athlete-owned content in this interview.
19 Dec 2025
Creating for the Long Run, with Floris Gierman
Entrepreneur Floris Gierman discusses strategies for sustainable content creation and preventing burnout while maintaining a healthy relationship with one's work in this interview with host Jeff Pelletier.
10 Oct 2025
Science Meets Storytelling, with Göran Winblad
YouTuber Göran Winblad discusses blending scientific principles with storytelling in his ultrarunning content, balancing creative work with family life, and building an authentic audience on YouTube in an interview.
21 Aug 2025
Capturing Ultramarathons Authentically, with Simon Guérard
Host Jeff Pelletier interviews ultramarathoner Simon Guérard about balancing filming, training, and racing to authentically capture his athletic journey.
3 Jun 2025
Running 250 Miles on Camera, with Wes Plate
Filmmaker Wes Plate discusses documenting ultramarathons, including the Cocodona 250, and how his editing background influences his approach in an interview with host Jeff Pelletier.
23 May 2025
From FKT's to Podcasting, with Jeff Garmire
Athlete and podcast host Jeff Garmire discusses the media coverage surrounding the Cocodona 250 race and the difficulties of content creation for athletes in an interview with Jeff Pelletier.
26 Apr 2025
Making of The Chase, with Dylan Harris
Dylan Harris is the filmmaker behind The Chase, a documentary about the extremely competitive 2024 Cocodona 250. In this episode, we take a deep dive into how the film came together, and get Dylan’s take on the fast-growing world of trail running filmmaking.
Check out Dylan's other work on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Spiritofdylan
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17 Apr 2025
Learning by Doing, with Freetrail's Ryan Thrower
Ryan Thrower is relatively new to the world of content production, but in his short career has collaborated with filmmakers like Ethan Newberry and a ton of brands. And as one of the founders of Freetrail along with Dylan Bowman, he's now working with some of the biggest names in the sport.
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9 Apr 2025
Filming the Moab 240, with Derrick Lytle
Filmmaker Derrick Lytle has worked with many of the top athletes and brands, and he was responsible for the cinematography on my film from the Moab 240 and more recently he helped me with my film from Softrock.
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2 Apr 2025
Mastering Shoe Reviews, with Mike Ko aka Kofuzi
Michael Ko, better known as Kofuzi, is one of the biggest names in running shoe reviews on YouTube. Mike and I talk about how he got started and about his approach to making his shoe reviews, including how he works with brands while balancing the need to remain unbiased.
Kofuzi on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kofuzi
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26 Mar 2025
Documenting Ultramarathons, with Drew B Darby
Drew B Darby's work includes collaborations with Sally McRae on the films from her 200 milers, and more recently with Singletrack on The Finisher about Jasmin Paris and the Barkley Marathons.I sat down with Drew to hear about how he fell in to filming running-related content, how he works with brands and athletes, and some of the lessons he's learned about filming some of the most challenging races in the world.
Check out Drew's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@drewbdarby
Watch the Finisher: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PgTEsybXw-4
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19 Mar 2025
From Corporate to Creative, with Hilary Yang
Hilary Yang wears many hats within the world of trail running, including that of photographer, podcaster, and more recently, race director. But this wasn't always the case. Just a decade ago, she was on a very different path, building a career in the corporate world.
I sat down with Hilary to talk about what led her to make the leap from corporate to creative, how she’s carved out a unique space in the trail running community, and the evolution of her work as a content creator.
FOLLOW HILARY HERE:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HilaryAnnInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehilaryann/
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12 Mar 2025
Embracing the Haters, with Andy Glaze
Andy Glaze has been running 100 miles each week for close to 5 years, while inspiring hundreds of thousands with his short form content. But with this growing audience comes some negativity. I sit down to chat with him about how he manages all of this feedback both good and bad, about his approach to content, and why he's chosen to remain sponsor free.
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@glazerunsIG:
https://www.instagram.com/amglazeYouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@glazeruns
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5 Mar 2025
The Business of Podcasts, with Finn Melanson of Singletrack
Finn Melanson hosts the popular Singletrack Podcast. We chat about everything from how he got started, to the business of podcasting, and the future of media in trail running.
FIND SINGLETRACK HERE:
https://open.spotify.com/show/7jAsWCRNSCU8nh81vrAaC2
https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/singletrack/id1572382413
https://www.youtube.com/@runsingletrack
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2 Mar 2025
The Business of Reviews, with Dave Dillon of Chase the Summit
Dave Dillon is the creator behind the popular YouTube review-based channel Chase the Summit. We talk about everything from his approach to working with brands, to how he deals with negative comments, and his busy life as a father of four.
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https://www.youtube.com/chasethesummit
https://chasethesummit.com/
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1 Mar 2025
Introducing the Creators Cooldown Podcast
Creators Cooldown is an interview-based podcast where host Jeff Pelletier talks shop with the best creators in running related content, including filmmakers, podcasters, photographers, and more.
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