The Crows Nest Podcast

Brandon Lee and Jessica Grech
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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.

  1. vor 5 Tagen

    EP 20 - Jason 'The Stalwart' Rantell.

    In Episode 20 of The Crow's Nest Podcast, we sit down with Jason Rantall, known throughout the backyard ultra community as "The Stalwart." Today, Jason is a respected ultra runner with a backyard ultra personal best of 49 yards, a mental health advocate, and co-founder of Bettermentall Australia Inc. But his journey to this point has been anything but easy. Jason shares his story with remarkable honesty, taking us back through his childhood, the influences that shaped him, and the struggles that followed. We explore his battles with addiction, bipolar disorder, and the years spent searching for a way forward. At 44 years old, Jason discovered running. What started as a simple decision to make a change became the catalyst for transforming his life. Running gave him purpose, structure, hope, and ultimately a path toward healing. We also dive into his love of backyard ultras, the lessons learned through endurance sport, and how he and his wife have turned their lived experiences into helping others through Bettermentall Australia Inc. This is a conversation about resilience, accountability, redemption, and the power of choosing a different path when life feels at its darkest. Whether you're a runner or not, Jason's story is one that will stay with you long after the episode ends. #backyardultra #running #mentalhealth #community

    1 Std. 35 Min.

  2. 14. Juni

    EP 19 - Joel Sexton: Community, Self-Belief & Saying Yes to Life!

    In Episode 19 of The Crow's Nest Podcast, we sit down with backyard ultra athlete Joel Sexton. 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. 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. This episode is a reminder that success isn't measured solely by results, but by the impact we have on the people around us. Whether you're a runner or simply someone looking for inspiration, Joel's story is one you won't want to miss.

    1 Std. 19 Min.

  3. 14. Mai

    EP 18 - Melbourne Front Yard Debrief

    In this episode of The Crow’s Nest Podcast, we sit down for an honest after-race debrief following Melbourne Front Yard Ultra. 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. 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. Raw, emotional, inspiring, and at times hilarious — this episode captures the reality of what happens when ordinary people choose to do extraordinarily hard things. 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.

    1 Std. 23 Min.

  4. 2. Mai

    EP 17 - The Year of the Kaprazaks - Tim and Racheal Kaprazak

    This one’s raw, honest, and deeply personal. 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. 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. This isn’t just about running or achievements. It’s about growth, communication, and the conscious choice to build a life you genuinely love… together. 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.

    1 Std. 20 Min.

  5. 26. Apr.

    EP 16 - Margie Hadley - The Queen that doesn’t Quit.

    In this episode of The Crow’s Nest Podcast, we sit down with Margie Hadley- one of Australia’s most remarkable ultra runners. Margie has represented Australia at the Satellite Championships, running 47 yards, claimed multiple backyard ultra victories, and most recently became the last woman standing at the Hardcore Harry challenge—running for 75 days and covering nearly 3000 kilometres. But this conversation goes far beyond the results. Before ultra running became part of her life, Margie faced one of her toughest battles- cervical cancer. It was on the other side of that experience that she found running, using it as a way to rebuild not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. We go right back to the beginning—exploring Margie’s early life, the challenges that shaped her, and the journey that led her into the world of endurance running. We then dive deep into the mindset required to take on backyard ultras, and what it really takes to keep showing up when your body is breaking down and your mind is being tested. Margie also takes us inside her experience at the Hardcore Harry challenge what 75 days of running actually looks like, the highs, the lows, and the moments that define you. This is a powerful conversation about resilience, perspective, and what’s possible when you refuse to quit.

    58 Min.

  6. 11. März

    EP 15 - The Best Advice We’ve Ever Heard.

    We put it out to the people… and you absolutely delivered. 🙌 In Episode 15 we asked our community to share the best advice they’ve ever received, and the responses were too good not to talk about. From running and sport to relationships, parenting, mindset and life in general — some are funny, some are powerful, and some might be exactly what you need to hear today.

    40 Min.

  7. 22. Feb.

    EP 14 - The First Flight with Tom and Aaron

    🔥 BONUS EPISODE 🔥 MVP Through Fresh Eyes You’ve heard Brandon and I unpack MVP- the heat, the pressure, the lessons. But this time, we’re shifting the lens. Because you never forget your first backyard ultra. In this bonus episode, we sit down with Tom and Aaron to debrief their very first experience stepping into the backyard format at MVP. From pre-race nerves and quiet doubts to the moment it stopped feeling exciting and started feeling real. We unpack what it’s like to discover your limits in real time. With impressive 10 and 20 lap performances, both of them proved that your first backyard isn’t just about how far you go… it’s about who you become out there. We talk mindset, community, turning points, and what surprised them most about the format. Raw, honest, and reflective- this episode captures the beauty of seeing MVP through fresh eyes. Because sometimes the most powerful growth happens when you have no idea what you’re walking into.

    1 Std. 11 Min.

  8. 15. Feb.

    EP 13 - MVP Debrief for 2026

    Episode 13 – The MVP Debrief The race that breaks you… and reveals everything. MVP wasn’t just hot and brutal, it was exposing. The kind of race that strips you back to your preparation, your standards, your mindset, and the conversations you have with yourself when things start to hurt. In this episode, we unpack the full debrief! What went right, what cracked under pressure, the turning points, and the lessons that will shape the year ahead. We’re also sharing a powerful crew voice note from Alex Cleary- a raw, behind-the-scenes perspective of what it looked like from the other side of the loop. Lots of mentions of performances displayed by runners at the event! This one has it all! Enjoy, ca-cawww!

    54 Min.
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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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    Brandon Lee and Jessica Grech
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    2026
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