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The Next Aid StationAuthor: Jake Kilgore
Join us while we dive into the wild world of ultrarunning! Jake and Mick go over important ultramarathon happening each week while giving their predictions on what they think will go down. Language: en-us Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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1-Star Reviews & The Future of The Next Aid Station
Wednesday, 7 January, 2026
1-star reviews, Hardrock drama, doping fears, and the future of ultrarunning.In this episode of The Next Aid Station, we take an unfiltered look at where trail and ultrarunning is headed — and why not everyone likes what we have to say.We read and react to brutal podcast reviews, break down Hardrock lottery controversy, debate Ultrarunner of the Year candidates, and talk openly about money, pressure, and the growing risk of doping as the sport professionalizes.From Courtney Dauwalter’s future and comeback seasons, to why saying the quiet part out loud gets you 1-star ratings, this episode pulls no punches.If you care about the direction of trail running — the good, the bad, and the uncomfortable — this conversation is for you.• 1-star reviews & internet outrage culture• Hardrock lottery drama & elite selection• Courtney Dauwalter & Katie Schide predictions• Ultrarunner of the Year debates• Prize money, sponsorships & ACG’s impact• Doping concerns in ultrarunning• Comeback seasons vs DNFs• 2026 predictions for the sport⭐ If you enjoy honest conversations about trail & ultrarunning, consider leaving a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts — it helps the show more than you think.🎧 New episodes every week.








