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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19 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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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>
May 14, 2026
EP 18 - Melbourne Front Yard Debrief
<p>In this episode of The Crow’s Nest Podcast, we sit down for an honest after-race debrief following Melbourne Front Yard Ultra. </p><p><br></p><p>Brandon unpacks his race from start to finish — the strategy, nutrition, highs, setbacks, mental battles, and the moments that pushed him to his limits. From the early race excitement to the deep overnight hours where every loop becomes a test of resilience, this conversation gives a real look into the backyard ultra experience.</p><p><br></p><p>Throughout the episode, we also hear voice notes from other athletes who took on the same challenge, sharing their own reflections, standout moments, lessons learned, and what the race revealed about them.</p><p><br></p><p>Raw, emotional, inspiring, and at times hilarious — this episode captures the reality of what happens when ordinary people choose to do extraordinarily hard things.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re a seasoned ultra runner, crewing from the sidelines, or simply curious about the mindset behind endurance events, this is a conversation that goes far beyond running.</p><p><br></p>
May 2, 2026
EP 17 - The Year of the Kaprazaks - Tim and Racheal Kaprazak
<p>This one’s raw, honest, and deeply personal.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Tim and Rachel Kacprzak open up about the parts of their story that shaped everything— their childhoods, their relationships with their parents, and the lessons they carried into adulthood.</p><p><br></p><p>We talk about what it was really like becoming young parents, growing up while raising kids, and learning—sometimes the hard way—how to support each other through every season of life.</p><p><br></p><p>This isn’t just about running or achievements.</p><p><br></p><p>It’s about growth, communication, and the conscious choice to build a life you genuinely love… together.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to stay connected, keep evolving, and show up for your family while chasing big goals—this conversation is for you.</p>
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