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“Dont Let Your Dreams Die” -With Croix Sather
Episode 119
Tuesday, 18 August, 2026
In this conversation, Coach Brian and Mandy Mullen speak with Croix Sather about his recent attempt to cross Death Valley in a self-supported ultra marathon. Croix shares his journey from being a carpenter to becoming an ultra athlete, detailing his past attempts at the Badwater crossing, the challenges he faced during his latest attempt, and the lessons learned about resilience and pursuing dreams. Despite not breaking the record or completing the distance, Croix emphasizes the importance of going after one's dreams and the experiences gained along the way. In this conversation, Croix shares his harrowing experience attempting to run in Death Valley, where he faced life-threatening conditions. He reflects on the importance of listening to one's body, the role of support teams in extreme sports, and the emotional aftermath of pushing physical limits. The discussion also delves into finding meaning in challenges beyond extreme sports and the journey ahead, including plans for a documentary and book about his experiences.https://www.deathvalleyrun.com/
