Best 100 Unreal Podcasts (2025)

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The Future of Distance Running Has a Name: It’s Quentin Nauman Closing a 3:58 Mile in 54 Seconds at The Festival of Miles | The Start of a Legacy That Might Just Catch Alan Webb 31:29

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He broke the barrier—and the sport felt it. Quentin Nauman is back on the pod in the final episode of our Festival of Miles series—a fitting finish to a week that reminded us just how far the sport is moving. Just days ago at the HOKA Festival of Miles, Quentin lined up against the top high school milers in the country and ran 3:58.65—joining the e…

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Live From St. Louis! | A Deep-Dive Conversation On Running With Olympians Colleen Quigley and Brandon Miller And US Champions Olin Hacker and Krissy Gear 43:28

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Recorded live. Fueled by the energy of the crowd. Powered by HOKA. Straight from the Big River Running Company in Missouri on June 4th, this special episode of the podcast captures the excitement, energy, and anticipation just one night before the iconic HOKA Festival of Miles. We sit down with four of the sport’s most compelling figures: Olin Hack…

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Pain Has No Finish Line: Alyssa McClellan on Running 120 Miles, Raising 4 Kids, and Choosing Suffering 39:44

2d ago39:44

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What does it take to run for 28 hours straight? To go beyond exhaustion—when your body gives out and only your will is left? Alyssa McClellan knows. She’s a former elite CrossFit athlete, a mother of four, and an ultra-endurance machine. At the Go One More Last Man Standing Ultra, Alyssa ran nearly 120 miles in just under 28 hours, outlasting every…

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400 Laps Around A Track. 100 Miles. One Mission: Sean Rhodes on Addiction, Redemption, and Running Toward Hope 53:30

4d ago53:30

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From rock bottom to 100 miles — today’s guest redefines what it means to fight back. Meet Sean Rhodes: former alcoholic, now ultramarathoner, mental health advocate, and the driving force behind a mission that’s bigger than any finish line. In May 2025, Sean didn’t just run a 100-mile race — he built one. The Stoney 100 was raw, solo, and powered b…

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From 4 Hours to 2:32: Eric Floberg on Running Fast, Filmmaking, and Doing Life With Purpose 55:32

5d ago55:32

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He’s gone from a four-hour marathoner to a 2:32 powerhouse — today, we’re sitting down with the unstoppable Eric Floberg. Based in Chicago, Eric has become a standout in the running world for his incredible marathon transformation — going from a 3:59 debut to a blazing 2:32:44 personal best. But his impact doesn’t stop at the finish line. Eric is a…

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The Psychology of Performance: Alex Ostberg on the Hidden Switch in Your Brain, Self-Belief & Race-Day Narratives 1:06:19

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We love the idea of a breakthrough—the dramatic finish, the record-shattering time, the race where it finally clicks. But what if that moment you’re chasing isn’t about magic… but mindset? Returning to the show today is Alex Ostberg, former NCAA standout and the thoughtful voice behind The Rundown. In this episode, we dive into the psychology of hi…

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56 Hours. 234 Miles. No Finish Line. Kim Gottwald on the Race That Broke the Internet & Becoming The Last Man Standing 1:02:25

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Some people push the limit. Kim Gottwald treats it like a starting line. Meet Kim Gottwald: ultra-endurance athlete, viral content creator, and founder of Rappid Runs, a running apparel brand built for the brutal reality of long-distance races. If his name isn’t on your radar yet, it will be. Kim just co-won the Go One More Ultramarathon in Texas, …

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NXN Champion Charlie Vause Is Built for Big Moments — And The Festival of Miles Might Be His Greatest Yet | One Final Shot At A 3:59 Mile 31:27

11d ago31:27

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Charlie Vause didn't just make waves this past season — he tore through the high school cross country scene like a storm, and today, we're fired up to welcome him back. Charlie, a senior at Rio Rancho High School in New Mexico, returns to the podcast after emerging as a standout in U.S. high school cross country during the 2024–2025 season. His ach…

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Quentin Nauman Just Did What No High Schooler Ever Has — And He’s Not Even Close to Finished | Inside His Chase For Records, Championships, & Glory 36:45

13d ago36:45

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Quentin Nauman—remember that name. Just a few weeks ago, he became the first high school athlete in U.S. history to run both sub-1:50 in the 800m and sub-4:00 in the 1600m... at the same meet. (Quentin clocked 1:49.41 in the 800m and 3:59.60 in the 1600m at the Iowa State Track and Field Championships.) Let that sink in. From sweeping the Drake Rel…

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TV Quote Trivia Part 2 - Brian vs Kathleen 26:16

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Can you name the shows and the characters who said these lines? Paul sits down with Brian and Kathleen to test their knowledge of TV. Paul will say a quote from a TV show, and the two of them will take turns to see if they have the answers. Out of all 12 quotes, how many can you get?? We are now a network of podcasts covering all of your favorite t…

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Raw Talent. Real Grit. Unreal Times. The Cordell Tinch Episode Is Track & Field’s Hollywood Script 36:54

14d ago36:54

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He’s back. Not just on this show — but back in the sport, back on the world stage, and back to blow your mind with what’s possible when talent meets resilience. Returning to the show is none other than Cordell Tinch — the hurdler whose journey reads like a Hollywood script. A former cell phone salesman turned world-class athlete. The guy who steppe…

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More Than a Meet: The Vision, Heart & Chaos Behind the Festival of Miles with Tim Cornell | + An Inside Look At This Years HISTORIC Fields 42:17

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Today’s guest is a true game-changer in the world of track and field — a visionary whose passion, leadership, and creativity have helped transform one of the sport’s most electric meets: Tim Cornell. Since 2021, Tim has served as the Meet Director for the HOKA Festival of Miles, one of the most electric and meaningful meets on the track and field c…

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From 3:57 Solo in High School to 3:48 at Millrose: Gary Martin on Records, Risk, and What’s Next 45:53

18d ago45:53

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From a late start in high school track to becoming one of the fastest milers in NCAA history, today’s guest has rewritten the blueprint for distance running success. Gary Martin’s rise has been nothing short of electric. After a quiet freshman year at the University of Virginia, he exploded onto the national scene during the 2024 cross country seas…

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From Underdog to NCAA Star: Margot Appleton on Winning by Feel, Racing with Heart & Breaking Records 38:19

20d ago38:19

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Racing by feel and winning with heart. Margot Appleton has emerged as one of the premier collegiate distance runners in the U.S., blending tactical brilliance, relentless drive, and a flair for dramatic finishes. In 2019, as a high school junior, Appleton stunned the field at Boston's Mayor's Cup 5K, finishing second overall in 17:14—outpacing the …

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Dystopian Worlds and Overpowered Characters (Draft) 36:27

26d ago36:27

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Paul, Jimmy, and Luke test their knowledge of TV to try to come up with the best list of dystopian worlds you would NOT want to be dropped in, and in the second draft they attempt to come up with the most overpowered characters in TV history. Which ones did we miss? Let us know! We are now a network of podcasts covering all of your favorite tv show…

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Nathan Green Is Built for Big Moments: NCAA Titles, Finishing Kicks & Leaving a Legacy at Washington 43:49

22d ago43:49

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Returning to the show is a runner whose name has become synonymous with strategic racing and an electrifying finishing kick–Mr. Nathan Green. From his early days as a high school prodigy in Boise, Idaho, Nathan's journey has been marked by dedication and resilience. In 2022, he clinched the U.S. U20 1500m title with a time of 3:45.19, earning a spo…

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Josiah Tostenson & Tayvon Kitchen: The Fastest Duo in High School History Are Just Getting Started: Inside Their Chase Of Alan Webb's HS National Mile Record Of 3:52 1:00:26

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Today's episode is special—and honestly, it might be historic. We've got two of the fastest high school distance runners in the country—maybe ever—joining us just days before they toe the line at one of the most anticipated races of the year: the Festival of Miles. First up: Josiah Tostenson. He's the second-fastest indoor miler in U.S. high school…

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From Sub-14 5K to Signing Pros: Matthew Sonnenfeldt’s Journey from D1 Running to Elite Track Agent & Exclusive Insights From The Pro-Track World 57:23

26d ago57:23

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From cross country and track star to talent management guru -- Matthew Sonnenfeldt has seen it all. Matthew’s journey from high school champion to collegiate athlete and now a mentor and representative for other athletes illustrates a career built on passion, resilience, and a commitment to excellence in track and field. At Knoxville West High Scho…

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Olin Hacker Just Won His First U.S. Title — Here’s the Story You Didn’t See Coming 38:55

28d ago38:55

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Today’s guest needs no introduction—but he definitely earned a new one. Olin Hacker is back—and this time, he's bringing a U.S. title with him. Just weeks ago, Olin stormed to victory at the USATF 5000m Championships in Indianapolis, running 13:32 to claim his first national crown. But this moment wasn’t built in a month—it was years in the making.…

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Chiara Dailey Has Arrived: Breaking Records, Making Foot Locker History & Gunning for Festival of Miles Glory 35:11

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The Call Room: Road to Records continues as we’re joined by the electric Chiara Dailey — La Jolla’s own and one of the most exciting names in high school distance running — as she prepares for the 2025 HOKA Festival of Miles. Chiara brings more than just speed. She’s relatable, confident, and on a mission. She kicked off her 2025 outdoor season wit…

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Riley Chamberlain: NCAA Champion, Record Breaker & The Clutchest Closer in College Track 36:10

1M ago36:10

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Some runners show up. Others shut it down when it counts. Riley Chamberlain is doing both. The BYU junior has become one of the most dangerous closers in the NCAA, helping lead the Cougars to back-to-back national titles in the Distance Medley Relay—including their record-breaking 10:37.58 this season, which shattered both NCAA and BYU records. But…

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Behind Breaking2: Dr. Brad Wilkins PhD on Human Limits, Eliud Kipchoge’s Mindset, and the Science of the Impossible + What YOU Can Learn From It All 59:38

1M ago59:38

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What does it take to break one of the most iconic barriers in sports history? Brad Wilkins, lead scientist on Nike’s Breaking2 project, joins the show to pull back the curtain on the science, strategy, and soul behind chasing the sub-two-hour marathon. Dr. Wilkins currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Human Physiology at t…

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“I Got Hit by a Car. Then I Ran 4:03 Mile.” — TJ Hansen’s Wild Rise to the Top of U.S. High School Distance Running 34:59

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For TJ Hansen, running isn’t just a passion — it’s the job. And business is booming. Up next in our 2025 HOKA Festival of Miles series, we welcome the Michigan standout who’s made a national name for himself on both grass and track. Representing Freeland High School, TJ is a two-time Nike All-American and finished runner-up at the 2024 Nike Cross N…

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Keegan Smith: 14:23 XC, 4:04 Mile Injured, NCAA Dreams, and His Relentless Chase for a Sub-4 Minute Mile 49:19

1M ago49:19

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As Keegan Smith is apt to say, winning isn’t everything – running your best is. Up next in our 2025 HOKA Festival of Miles series, we welcome one of the most dominant high school distance runners in the country: Keegan Smith, straight out of Tennessee. From the moment he laced up as a freshman, Keegan’s been smashing records and turning heads. He o…

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Registered Dietitian Alex Larson Shares Key Insights On How To Fuel Yourself Better As A Runner 37:46

1M ago37:46

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Dietitian Alex Larson, on a mission to fuel the world's endurance athletes, joins the show today to share her expert tips on nutrition, health, and performance for long-term success.Alex is a mother of three kids and successful entrepreneur, serving as the founder and CEO of Alex Larson Nutrition. After having her three kids in an eight-year span, …

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TV Quote Trivia 30:15

2M ago30:15

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Can you name the shows and the characters who said these lines? Paul sits down with Jimmy and Luke to test their knowledge of TV. Paul will say a quote from one of the shows that BingetownTV has covered, and they will take turns to see if they have the answers. Out of all 12 quotes, how many can you get?? We are now a network of podcasts covering a…

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The Renaissance Athlete: How Former D1 Athlete & Artist Zach Litoff Has Worked With The Biggest Brands In The Sport, Re-Shaping What Running Means To Him, & Creating A Photo Book From The OLY Trials 45:30

1M ago45:30

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The creative force behind Litoff Studios, Mr. Zach Litoff himself, joins the show today, ready to discuss his new book. Zach seamlessly intertwines athleticism and artistry–blending his elite athletic background as an NCAA Championship steeplechaser with his innovative design work; this has led him to work with major brands like Nike, New Balance, …

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Corbin Coombs Shares Exlsucive Insights On His Journey To Running A Sub-4 Mile & Creating History In New Mexico As A High Schooler 33:40

1M ago33:40

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Episode 1 of The Call Room: Road to Records is here, featuring New Mexico's fastest miler and ascending star, Corbin Coombs. Corbin, a senior at Organ Mountain High School in Las Cruces, New Mexico, is gearing up for one of the biggest events of the calendar year, the 2025 HOKA Festival of MIles coming to you June 5. He came in 8th last year in the…

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National Record Holder, Champion, & 1:48 800m Runner Cole Boone Shares His Secrets Of His Breakout Year 34:35

2M ago34:35

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High school mid-distance sensation Cole Boone joins us today, fresh off two monumental performances in March that have solidified him as a national champion. Cole, a junior at Pulaski County High School in Dublin, Virginia, has been crushing the 2025 campaign so far. The bar is set high for his senior campaign next fall. On March 4 at the Virginia …

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Introducing: The Run Down By The Running Effect | Inside Our Brand New, State Of The Art Newsletter Written By Professional Running Coach & Former Stanford / UNC All-American Alex Ostberg 34:25

2M ago34:25

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INTRODUCING: THE RUN DOWN BY THE RUNNING EFFECT The Run Down isn’t just a newsletter. It’s a field manual for runners who want to master the mental, physical, and philosophical game of distance running—and life. Every week, professional running coach and former D1 All-American Alex Ostberg distills hard-earned insights from world-class athletes, to…

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World Renowned Sports Physiologist Dr. Jim Taylor Shares Scientifically Proven Ways To Deal With Pressure & Pre-Race Anxiety + How To Set Goals That Will Lead You To Success 49:01

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GOODY’S (code "TRE2"): https://www.amazon.com/promotion/psp/AHBMMNWHO3WHJ Performance and sport expert Dr. Jim Taylor returns to the show to discuss Dominic’s recent running of the Knoxville Marathon and the impact their work together had on his experience. Dominic, who ran a 3:33 marathon on April 6 with only two weeks of training, circles back wi…

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Duke Athlete & HS Sub 4-Miler Jackson Heidesch Opens Up On His Battles With Mental Health, Almost Quitting The Sport, And His Future Within Track & Field 1:00:08

2M ago1:00:08

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The journey of Jackson Heidesch is one of unbridled honesty and crushing heartbreak. From high school standout to oft-injured Duke student-athlete, Jackson Heidesch has been forced to deal with more than just physical maladies. It's been 18 months of toil, rehab and bouts of depression for the Iowa native, who is now opening up about his mental hea…

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Inside The Mind Of A Record-Breaker: How Liam Murphy Has Become One Of The Greatest Runners In The NCAA EVER | Insights From His 1500m Collegiate Record & Chase For A National Title 38:05

2M ago38:05

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Villanova's Liam Murphy is quickly etching his name into the record books. Fresh off shattering the NCAA 1500m record with a blistering 3:33.02 at the Raleigh Relays, Liam joins the show today to discuss his recent run of success on the track. Since December, Liam has set school records in the 3,000m (with a time of 7:35.47) and the 5,000m (with a …

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"If you think junk food is bad for you, let me tell you how BAD under-fueling is!" | Registered Dietitian Cortney Berling Shares Key Insights & Science On Nutrition For Runners 53:18

2M ago53:18

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Registered Dietitian and running coach Cortney Berling joins the show to cut through the noise of diet culture and teach us how to fuel smart for long-term running success. Cortney, also a Certified Diabetes Instructor, mother of three (ages 1, 3 and 5), and military spouse (her husband is activeduty Marine Corps) has a diverse background in sports…

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How This United States Air Force Airman Placed 4th In The World At The World Championships: How Sam Gilman Defied The Odds & Made His Dreams A Reality 36:07

2M ago36:07

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Personal challenges have not dimmed the force that is Sam Gilman. A former Air Force Academy distance star, Sam came into the New Year with a blast, securing bronze at the USA Indoor Track & Field Championships in February with a time of 7:38.64 in the 3,000m. Sam followed that up with a 7:34.69 on March 2 at Boston University, a new PR for the dis…

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Sports Scientist Reveals The Secrets Of Success In Distance Running... | Why Zone2 Training Is Overhyped, Threshold, Supershoes, & The Things You Can Do TODAY To Get Faster 51:33

2M ago51:33

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Sports scientist, running coach, and all-around badass Jonah Rosner is here today—ready to drop knowledge and level up our understanding of running science. Jonah is an applied sport scientist based out of Brooklyn, New York. He has spent the past 10 years working with athletes and teams from all major American Professional Team sports. Most recent…

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How US Champion, Olympian, & HOKA Pro Nia Akins Faith Has Grounded And Propelled Her Through Her Toughest Trials, Both In Running & Life, & How YOU Can Learn From Them 49:31

2M ago49:31

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US Indoor 800m Champion Nia Akins joins the show after kicking off the year in impressive fashion, claiming an indoor title and proving that she's back and better than ever. Nia won the USATF 800m Indoor title with a time of 1:59.31 in New York in February. She then followed that up by advancing to the semifinals in the Indoor Championships in Chin…

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How I Ran A 3:33 Marathon Off Of Two Weeks Of Training 21:34

2M ago21:34

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GOODY’S ("TRE2"): https://www.amazon.com/promotion/psp/AHBMMNWHO3WHJ A deep-dive recap into my first-ever official marathon at the 2025 Knoxville Marathon. Tune in to hear insights from the race, two weeks of preparation, the highs and lows of a marathon, what I have planned next, and so much more. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider followin…

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The Greatest To Ever Do It: How Jane Hedengren Ran National Records Of 15:13 In The 5k & 4:26 In The Mile In The SAME Weekend + Her Training, Mindset, & Future... 32:25

2M ago32:25

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Buckle up, folks—Jane Hedengren, the high school record holder and Nike Cross Nationals champ, is back on the podcast! After winning the NXN in dominant fashion with a course record time of 16:32 in Portland, Oregon, Jane has continued her dominance indoors with national records in the mile and 5,000m. The Timpview High School star–and BYU commit–d…

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Flourishing Is On The Other Side Of Enjoyment: How UNC's Makayla Paige Rediscovered Her Love For The Sport & Won Her First NCAA Title & Set A 3-Second School Record In The Process! 36:55

2M ago36:55

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Rising middle-distance sensation and newly-crowned NCAA Indoor Champion Makayla Paige joins the show today to discuss her incredible journey, the 2025 season, and what’s next on her horizon. The senior University of North Carolina star won the 800m Indoor NCAA title in Virginia with a time of 2:00.39 in March, her new PR in the distance. It’s been …

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World Renowned Sports Physiologist Dr. Jim Taylor Shares Simple Tips & Tricks That Will Make You Faster TODAY | The Science Of How Smiling Transforms Your Runs, & Secrets Of Mental Performance... 55:25

2M ago55:25

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GOODY’S: https://www.amazon.com/promotion/psp/AHBMMNWHO3WHJ Performance, sport, and parenting expert Dr. Jim Taylor joins the show to share insights from his impressive career and his exciting new collaboration with Dominic. Dr. Taylor, who holds his Ph.D. in Psychology, has been immersed in the world of performance and sport psychology for many ye…

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I'm Running My First Offical Marathon Off Of Two Weeks Of Running: Here's How I'm Doing It 30:27

2M ago30:27

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GOODY’S (TRE2 for $2 off): https://www.amazon.com/promotion/psp/AHBMMNWHO3WHJ I'm running a marathon this upcoming Sunday! Off of two weeks of training... In today's conversation, I break down: The challenge itself A brief synopsis of running journey Why this challenge is meaningful Why this challenge will be diffiuclt The process of training for i…

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Shelby Houlihan Recaps Winning SILVER At The 2025 World Indoor Championships In China | Inside Her Comeback: Training, Mindset, Sponsor, & More 41:07

2M ago41:07

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A setback is a setup for a comeback. For Shelby Houlihan, this comeback is nothing short of remarkable. After her suspension was lifted on January 15, 2025, she wasted no time making her mark. At the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing, China, Houlihan blazed through the 3,000m, clinching silver with an impressive 8:38.26 finish. This …

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An Inside Look At Olympian & 4:17 Miler Heather MacLean's Life: How She Builds Belief & Confidence To Do The Impossible 46:04

3M ago46:04

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Olympic middle-distance star and Massachusetts native Heather MacLean makes her debut on the show, ready to break down her latest success on the track. Heather, a Tokyo 2021 Olympic runner, started 2025 with a bang–winning the mile race at the Indoor Grand Prix in Boston in February, smashing a 4:23.32 while setting a meet record. Later that month,…

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How Abel Teffra Won The NCAA Mile Championship By Having Nothing To Lose & How You Can Use This Same Mindset To Achieve Your Biggest Goals! 26:38

3M ago26:38

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Fresh off his thrilling victory in Virginia, brand-new NCAA Mile Champion Abel Teffra joins the show today to break down his epic performance. Abel, currently a graduate student at Georgetown, set an NCAA meet record with his 3:53.60 mile at the 2025 Indoor Championships, becoming the second Hoya to win the event in program history. Abel secured th…

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How Josette Norris Andrews Has Taken Her Running To The Next Level In 2025 + How She Deals With Setbacks & How YOU Can Get Faster TODAY 45:55

3M ago45:55

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Josette Norris Andrews joins the show after setting an incredible new 2025 world standard in the 5,000m at the BU Last Chance meet, clocking a speedy 14:44.80. (Josette's personal best in the 5,000m is an even-faster 14:43.36.) Josette is healthy and feeling like herself again, and it showed with a massive personal best at the Millrose Games in Feb…

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Coach Chris Miltenberg Shares EXCLUSIVE Insights From Coaching Ethan Strand / Mackalya Paige To NCAA Titles + Taking UNC's Program To New Heights & His Vision For The Future 1:00:04

3M ago1:00:04

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After an unforgettable 2024-25 indoor season, North Carolina coaching legend Chris Miltenberg is back on the podcast and ready to dish on the recent performances from his Tar Heel stars. Coach Milt has overseen the development of standout athletes Ethan Strand and Parker Wolfe, in addition to female mid-distance star Makayla Paige. Makayla and Etha…

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