Hosted by ultra runner/father Brandon Lee Grech and his wife Jess, expect real talk, raw stories, and the occasional roast. From murdering miles to surviving parenthood, they dive into the gritty, the funny, and the downright uncomfortable. No fluff, just feathers and facts.
The Crows Nest Podcast
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21 episodes
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Hosted by ultra runner/father Brandon Lee Grech and his wife Jess, expect real talk, raw stories, and the occasional roast. From murdering miles to surviving parenthood, they dive into the gritty, the funny, and the downright uncomfortable. No fluff, just feathers and facts.
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July 12, 2026
Episode 21 - The Art of Never Giving Up with Nagiska and Rachael.
<p>In Episode 21, we sit down with sisters-in-law, best friends, and ultra runners Rachael and Nagiska for one of our most heartfelt conversations yet.</p><p><br></p><p>We start at the very beginning, exploring their childhoods, how they found running, and the friendship that has become the foundation of their journey. Along the way, we discuss body image, personal transformation, mental health, postnatal depression, navigating grief after losing loved ones, and the importance of having people around you who believe in you through life’s toughest seasons.</p><p><br></p><p>Of course, we couldn’t finish without diving into their incredible running achievements—from Nagiska’s standout performance at Hardcore Harry’s Last One Standing to both women achieving 30-yard personal bests at the Melbourne Front Yard Ultra.</p><p><br></p><p>More than anything, this episode is a reminder that resilience isn’t built overnight, healing isn’t always linear, and sometimes the biggest dreams become possible simply because someone is willing to run beside you.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re an ultra runner, chasing a goal of your own, or simply looking for a conversation that reminds you of the power of friendship and perseverance, this episode is for you.</p>
June 28, 2026
EP 20 - Jason 'The Stalwart' Rantell.
<p>In Episode 20 of The Crow's Nest Podcast, we sit down with Jason Rantall, known throughout the backyard ultra community as "The Stalwart."</p><p>Today, Jason is a respected ultra runner with a backyard ultra personal best of 49 yards, a mental health advocate, and co-founder of Bettermentall Australia Inc. But his journey to this point has been anything but easy.</p><p>Jason shares his story with remarkable honesty, taking us back through his childhood, the influences that shaped him, and the struggles that followed. We explore his battles with addiction, bipolar disorder, and the years spent searching for a way forward.</p><p>At 44 years old, Jason discovered running. What started as a simple decision to make a change became the catalyst for transforming his life. Running gave him purpose, structure, hope, and ultimately a path toward healing.</p><p>We also dive into his love of backyard ultras, the lessons learned through endurance sport, and how he and his wife have turned their lived experiences into helping others through Bettermentall Australia Inc.</p><p>This is a conversation about resilience, accountability, redemption, and the power of choosing a different path when life feels at its darkest.</p><p>Whether you're a runner or not, Jason's story is one that will stay with you long after the episode ends.</p><p><br></p><p>#backyardultra #running #mentalhealth #community </p>
June 14, 2026
EP 19 - Joel Sexton: Community, Self-Belief & Saying Yes to Life!
<p>In Episode 19 of The Crow's Nest Podcast, we sit down with backyard ultra athlete Joel Sexton.</p><p><br></p><p>Known throughout the running community for his generosity, positivity, and willingness to help others, Joel's journey into the sport began not as a competitor, but as a crew member. After supporting athletes on the world stage, including crewing for Tim Kaprazac during his Australian team campaigns, Joel eventually stepped onto the course himself and went on to represent Australia at the Backyard Ultra Satellite Championships.</p><p><br></p><p>In this conversation, we explore Joel's early years, family, core values, mindset, mental health, and the lessons he's learned through running. We also dive into the importance of community, the friendships that make the backyard ultra world so unique, and why giving back to others has become such a defining part of who he is.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is a reminder that success isn't measured solely by results, but by the impact we have on the people around us.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you're a runner or simply someone looking for inspiration, Joel's story is one you won't want to miss.</p><p><br></p>
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