Oh My! I have only seen Natalie in passing at her aid station at Kettle but I feel so connected with what she’s saying! Natalie would be the coach for me!! I am in the busy season of life with kids too.

A question and answer session is usually not the same thing as a good interview.

This podcast is great for anyone interested in learning more- even if you have never stepped foot on a trail beginner or are an experienced runner Michele Hartwig and her team have created a podcast that lifts up Midwest trail running (with some other sports thrown in too). They have interviews with the big names but also some great gems like the loyal volunteers of the Hennepin 100 or Ryan Steiner on how running helped him to loose weight and gave him a vehicle to find community as an Autistic person. It’s a great reflection of what is being built at Ornery Mule Racing, Kindness, Community and ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Check it out!!

I’m hooked! I just discovered this podcast yesterday and have already listened to three and watched one live on YouTube. Michele and Krystal are such real, down-to-earth, “real” people. If you enjoy running you owe it to yourself to listen!

I just discovered this great pod. Really enjoy the interviews and the format. It’s part of my regular rotation to keep me company on my runs.

Good interviewing. Applicable information. Sound volume levels are inconsistent though, making some episodes difficult to hear in certain listening environments.

Great job! Really enjoying it.

The Dirt is so trail. Ornery Mule Racing is organic as it gets. I love the vibe of this show. The guests and Michele Hartwig and her hosts have me laughing and learning in every episode. This is my new favorite go-to trail running podcast. The Dirt gets an Arbor Rock Running 5-star endorsement.

Love it!

Absolutely everything Michelle and OMR does she knocks out the park. Love the style and commentary. Can’t wait for more episodes ❤️

4 Episodes in and I'm really impressed! I listen to a lot of ultra running podcasts, and this one is top notch. I've really liked their pick of guests. They ask great questions and it's refreshing to hear the stories of non-elite runners doing amazing things.

Good coverage of our awesome midwest ultra scene. Keep up the good work Michelle and crew!

I looked forward to this podcast since I heard it was coming a few weeks ago. Michele, the host is an experienced ultra runner, race director and all around upbeat and kind person! The questions and guests are great as is the sound quality! Can’t wait for this podcast to grow!

I was so pleased to find out that this was going to take place. I had a great time at HP and of course I have subscribed!! You must put my friend on the show "The Bearded One" as well<lol>.

Love the content and can’t wait to hear more of your podcasts⭐️

Good content, good hosts off to a great start. an't wait to hear more!

This podcast is a great listen for trail runners, produced by trail runners, talking with trail runners. It’s not the superstars or the obscure elites, it’s everyday people that do some really interesting stuff. Give it a listen!

This is podcast is a great means of getting to know more about Midwest runners and races. The host does an excellent job of letting the guests tell their story.

Looking forward to more episodes!! Do yourself a favor and listen then click subscribe. Solid!!

I love the hosts! They are enthusiastic about trail running and so friendly and sweet. They ask great questions in a casual manner. I like that kind of interviewing. Keep going ladies!

Great tips and wonderful information. I came for the Big Foot scoop and got THE DIRT.

The folks at Ornery Mule know how to put on great races and talk about subjects that runners like. Keep up the great work!

Is that a word, podcasting? Looking forward to hearing your shows while I’m out on my runs!

I’m glad Ornery Mule joined the podcast community. What a great way to have an impact on the racing community in Northern Illinois and elsewhere! Can’t wait to see what else they have in store and what other runners they plan to bring on 👍🏻

Great to listen to and so informative!