Jason Hardrath is an Oregon K-6 physical education teacher turned elite endurance athlete whose pursuit of human potential has redefined what most people believe is possible. After surviving a devastating car accident in 2015 that left him with broken ribs, a collapsed lung, and doctors telling him he’d never run again, Jason rebuilt his life through grit, intention, and an unshakable desire to push the limits of what the mind and body can endure.That journey led him to the world of Fastest Known Times (FKTs), where he has now become a legend—setting more than 100 FKTs around the world. For his 100th record, he attempted something almost unthinkable: completing Washington’s Bulger List—the 100 tallest and most technical peaks in the state—in a single climbing season. What normally takes climbers years, Jason finished in just under 51 days, covering 870 miles and over 412,000 feet of elevation gain.His story is one of resilience, obsession, suffering, and the profound transformation that happens when a person commits fully to a dream. Jason now inspires athletes, students, and adventurers around the world with the message that greatness isn’t born—it’s earned.In this episode of Richard Listens, Jason opens up about the psychology behind extreme endurance, the mindset that carried him through fear and pain, and what he learned about meaning, identity, and human potential on his journey to 100.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/richardlistens/donations

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