Cameron Hanes - Keep Hammering Collective

Rachel Entrekin - American elite ultramarathon runner and physical therapist known for her remarkable performances in some of the world’s toughest long-distance trail races. 

Rachel joins the Keep Hammering Collective to talk about her path from a full-time job to life as a full-time athlete, balancing sponsorships, science, and the grit of mountain running. She opens up about overcoming an eating disorder, finding strength through lifting, embracing imperfections, and building a “bulletproof” life - on and off the trails. From Hardrock dreams and Courtney Dauwalter inspiration to pain caves, haters, and why speedwork is still the worst, this episode is honest, motivating, and unapologetically real.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Full Time Job to Full Time Athlete

00:07:14 – Rachel’s Sponsorships

00:15:10 – Dirtbag Runner with a Doctorate Degree

00:22:48 – Eating Disorder, Rehab, and Finding a Love for Mountain Running

00:36:29 – Learning How to Shoot a Bow & the Appreciation of Helping Others

00:48:17 – Spike Camp & Encouragement from Rachel

00:55:23 – Elevation & Gain in Running and Making an Impact

01:00:27 – A Mental Block with Lifting & Creating a Bullet Proof Life with Strength

01:04:18 – Who Inspires Rachel: Courtney Dauwalter

01:11:27 – People That Don’t Believe in You - Haters

01:17:51 – Goals for 2026

01:26:52 – Upcoming Opportunities

01:30:24 – Personalities in Running and the Inspiration of Imperfections

01:38:19 – Podcast Experiences and Learning from Others

01:43:08 – F**k, Marry, Kill: Hardrock, Western States, UTMB

01:44:19 – Is a 50k an Ultra Race?

01:46:50 – Rachel’s “Pain Cave” or “Filing” Cabinet” When Things Get Hard

01:50:01 – Who Rachel Would Switch Minds with During a Race

01:51:40 – Always Excited to Run … Unless it’s Speedwork

01:53:29 – The Power of Everything Going Wrong

01:57:54 – Final Thoughts and New Bow

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Savanah Endicott - daughter of the Herd Bull (Wayne Endicott) and beginner taxidermist currently specializing in skull mounts. 

Join us for a conversation about the artwork Savanah did for Cam’s Wenaha bull, how she got started in taxidermy, and more! 

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Boiling Skulls & Taxidermy

00:05:06 – How Savanah Got into Taxidermy

00:09:59 – Growing Up in a Hunting Family & Support from Savanah’s Parents

00:14:29 – Dreams of Making Taxidermy Full Time

00:20:33 – A Creative Eye for Mounts & First Mounts and Hides

00:24:20 – High Detail Mounts to Create Realism

00:29:54 – Having the Herd Bull as a Dad

00:32:35 – Wenaha Euro Mount & Skull Art by Savanah

00:37:15 – Final Thoughts

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Jayson Hopper - American professional CrossFit athlete, widely recognized as the 2025 CrossFit Games champion—earning him the title of Fittest Man on Earth for that year.

Join us for a conversation that traces Jayson’s extraordinary journey from getting cut from athletic dreams, including football at Clemson and early CrossFit setbacks to shattering records and claiming the ultimate title. Jayson opens up about embracing pain as fuel for growth and self-awareness, the pivotal role of his coach and training philosophy, breaking the rock carry record in explosive fashion, and how faith in Christ, integrity, and treating loved ones right have shaped his character amid the grind. 

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Jayson’s Lift. Run. Shoot. Experience & Breaking the Rock Carry Record

00:12:04 – Welcoming Pain as a Way to Grow & Self Awareness

00:20:19 – Jayson’s Coach & Training Plan

00:22:08 – Getting Cut from the Games to Becoming the World Champion 

00:36:02 – Documentaries, Playing Football, and Latte Art

00:46:38 – The Hardest Worker in the Room & Gaining Integrity Through Christ

01:00:22 – Jayson’s Current Goals, His Why, and the Pursuit of Greatness

01:09:38 – Religion, Theology, and How You Treat Your Wife

01:15:13 – Cam’s Advice on How to Become the Best Bowhunter: A Hunters Mindset

01:26:39 – F**k, Marry, Kill: Echo Bike, Squat, and Snatch

01:33:07 – Lack of Validation Growing Up & Using the Pain for Strength

01:47:38 – Using Pain to Fight for the Podium at the Games

01:56:06 – “Blooming Where Your Planted” - Downside of Making Plans Outside of Your Control

02:00:48 – Final Thoughts: Process Goals for Jayson to Hunt a Bear

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Join us for a new Sh*t Talkers Weekly podcast episode where we discuss James’ First Buck at Cactus Jack Ranch and Cam’s own epic Cactus Jack harvest, complete with horseback adventures and memories of Cam’s grandpa. They’ll discuss the Treadmill Blackout Challenge from Matt Renz, a spotlight on the Lift. Run. Shoot. training app for those grinding in the gym, on the trail, and at the range, current social media trends and more!

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 – James’ First Buck - Cactus Jack Coal Buck

00:07:22 – Cam’s Cactus Jack Buck, Horse Back Riding, & Cam’s Grandpa

00:11:30 – Treadmill Blackout Challenge - Matt Rens

00:12:55 – Grab Your Ankles

00:13:55 – Lift. Run. Shoot. Training App

00:15:06 – Social Media Trends: the GOAT, 10 Year Glow-Ups, and Power Slaps

00:22:16 – Trainers That Use AI Reviews

00:26:07 – Fernando Mendoza’s UNREAL Touchdown Run

00:27:48 – Haters Gonna Hate: Jeremy Miller

00:32:34 – Upcoming Guests: Jayson Hopper, Rachel Entrekin, and Savannah

00:36:53 – Chris Brackett: Redemption Story

00:40:54 – Final Thoughts & Quote of the Week

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Jeff Browning - nicknamed "Bronco Billy" (or simply "Bronco"), is a highly accomplished American ultramarathon runner and endurance coach. He's widely regarded as one of the most successful and consistent ultrarunners, particularly in mountainous and extreme terrain races.

Join us for a conversation about Jeff’s remarkable 26-year career in ultramarathons, sharing insights into the evolution of coaching and performance in the sport, his deep passion for ultra running, adventure, and storytelling.

Jeff discusses the unique camaraderie and connections formed while competing against fellow runners, his take on the Lift. Run. Shoot. experience, footwear choices, training, and more!

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 – 26 Years of Running Ultra Marathons

00:06:32 – How Coaching Has Evolved & the History of Performance

00:13:05 – A Love for Ultra Running, Adventure, and Storytelling

00:18:12 – An Epic Storm at Hard Rock

00:26:39 – Sharing a Connection While Running with Competitors

00:29:18 – Jeff’s Thoughts on the Lift. Run. Shoot. Experience

00:37:08 – Max Jolliffe and Ian Sharman

00:41:07 – Partnering with Sponsors, Marketing, & Branding “Bronco Billy’

00:51:35 – Footwear Sponsors, the Ultimate Running Shoe, & Working with KEEN

01:01:10 – What the Perfect Running Shoe Looks like to Jeff (Fit, Color, Boas, Laces, Etc)

01:06:17 – Making it as a Full Time Pro Runner & Having a Personality

01:14:16 – Diversity in the Sport (Woman Racers and Filmmaking)

01:17:00 – Conversation, Muscle for Longevity, and Mobility Training

01:32:46 – Jeff’s Ultra Running Mentors

01:38:26 – Up & Coming Racers: Hans Troyer and Rachel Entrekin

01:40:17 – Creating Iconic Ultra Running Films & the Film “The Chase”

01:50:59 – Giving Back Through Storytelling

01:54:20 – QA: F**k, Marry Kill: Western States, Hard Rock, UTMB

01:56:10 – QA: Is a 50K a Real Ultra Race?

01:58:08 – QA: A Race Against Kilian Korth at Cocodona

01:59:06 – QA: How do you Blend the Dirtbag Mentality with New Science?

02:02:01 – QA: What’s Ultra Running’s “Free Solo” Film?

02:05:09 – QA: How Can We Make People Who Don’t Run Truly get What Running Ultra Marathons Really Is Like?

02:08:23 – Final Thoughts

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