Best Biel Podcasts (2026)

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Episode 344: AI, Closures, Tariffs, and More: 2025 in Publishing | A People's Guide to Publishing Podcast 14:37

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7h ago14:37

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We are far from the only ones saying it, but 2025 was an ass-kicker of a year. From tariffs Baker and Taylor closing to AI, publishing felt like a roller coaster for much of the year. How did it impact Microcosm, and publishing culture? This week on the pod, Joe, Elly, and special guest Bernie the Office Dog recap 2025 in the book industry. *******…

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Dean Karnazes | Is Ultra Running Still Just a Pair of Shoes and Place to Run? 43:41

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Dean Karnazes brings light to the world through running. Dean's books and myth motivated many to start running for the first time or pushed them to run further. He's been an amassador for running the world over and on a scale no other runner has enjoyed. In this episode we dive into his appearances on Conan O'briend, David Letterman, and the ESPYs.…

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Episode 343: What do Edelweiss changes mean for book publishers? w/Jane Friedman | People's Guide to Publishing 21:56

5d ago21:56

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Edelweiss is known in the book industry as a powerful tool connecting booksellers and librarians with publishers and their titles. But in the last year, Edelweiss's new owners have made some changes in both the site's functionality and pricing. What does this mean for publishers, and how do we think it'll effect the industry? Jane Friedman of the B…

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Scott Jurek | Has Ultra Running Become Too Polished? 56:51

8d ago56:51

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Scott Jurek represents a generation of ultratrail runners who either had day jobs or were true dirtbag trail runners. Scott and Josh Rosenthal dive into the 'good old days' of trail running when a lot of the gear was DIY like punk rock or skateboarding. Presented by Kiprun. Scott Jurek and Y2K DIY: Ultrarunners, Punk Rock, and Skateboarding Runners…

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Episode 342: Budgeting When Thinking About Money Gives You Hives | A People's Guide to Publishing Podcast 33:02

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How do you set a personal budget, even if thinking about money feels like the worst thing ever? What if you're allergic to spreadsheets, or your family set you up with a ton of anxiety and expectations around finances? Joe Biel, founder and CEO of Microcosm and regular host of the pod, did a little seminar for Microcosm staff on setting a personal …

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Nils Arend | The Birth of The Speed Project 1:15:04

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Nils Arend started The Speed Project and it continues to bring light into the world through running. [Presented by Kiprun] Josh and Nils sit on a Rugby Field in Albi, FR at midnight to talk about the origin story of TSP and what it means to so many. Yes, TSP is an ultrarunning event but its not an 'ultrarunning' event. Its not in the ultrarunning z…

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The End of the Beginning for Borderlands Trail Running 7:44

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Monday, 22 Dec 2025 marks a new beginning for Borderlands' podcast presented by Kiprun. We've had a helluva a run and now I'm doubling down on the things I believe will take us to the next level. Tune in to find out. ---- Borderlands.cc | Podcast Network Sign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Wylder is now available on iOS + Android. Salt Lake Foo…

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Episode 341: When should book publishers innovate? w/Jane Friedman | A People's Guide to Publishing Podcast 16:48

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"Innovation" is one of the biggest words you hear in just about any industry, especially with the rise of our new AI overlords. It can be so tempting to make big changes just for the sake of making changes! But what is real innovation, and how do you know when it needs to happen? How do you innovate with intention? Is innovation even right for you?…

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"Nutrition Strategies to Fuel Endurance Training After Bariatric Surgery" with Featured Speaker – Kim Tirapelle, MS, RD, CSSD 1:08:57

24d ago1:08:57

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In this Bari-Connected Podcast episode, sports dietitian and bariatric nutrition expert Kim Tarapelli shares a detailed and evidence-based approach to endurance training nutrition for post-op bariatric patients and those on GLP-1 medications. Whether you're training for your first 5K, recovering from weight loss surgery, or aiming for performance g…

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Allie Gibbons | 300 Miles at 22 Weeks Pregnant 34:30

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Allie Gibbons ran The Speed Project in the Atacama Desert while 22 weeks pregnant. Prior to that, she ran Bigfoot 200 in the Washington wilderness after just learning that she was pregnant. Presented by Kiprun. In this conversation, they discuss the challenges of ultra running, the unique experience of being pregnant during such a demanding race, a…

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Episode 340: How do publishers use math to make books? | A People's Guide to Publishing Podcast 7:54

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It's another throwback episode! Usually books and math don't mix. The book people sit in one spot, the math in another, with their calculators and abacuses. But Microcosm founder and CEO Joe Biel is a known champion of combining the two! This week on the pod, Joe and Elly talk about the math that goes into publishing, from finances, to calculating …

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For DIE HARD Trail Running Shoe Fans 39:53

25d ago39:53

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Josh Rosenthal and Inky Steve explore the future of running gear, discussing innovations in shoe design, the impact of cultural elements like movies on running, and the competitive landscape of brands in the industry. [Presented by Kiprun] They share insights from the TRE event, highlight the rise of smaller brands, and reflect on their experiences…

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Trail Runner-ish, Light the World through Running, & The Next Great French Running Brand 29:02

29d ago29:02

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I still consider myself a trail runner even though I never run on trails. I'm trail runner-ish. There are a lot of people bringing light into the world through running. Let's talk about a few of them - Tommy Lewis, Josh Lynott, Nils Arend, Dean Karnazes, and more. Presented by Kiprun. Yes, we're presented by Kiprun but I also think they are the nex…

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Was I Right About SATISFY? Aravaipa? | a Recap of 2025 Predictions 25:43

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At the beginning of 2025 did an episode where we looked at a bunch of brands and trends in trail running and evaluated if we were optimistic about their future (buy) or pessimistic (sell) [Presented by Kiprun] In this episode I review my predictions and assess if they were right or wrong on these topics: Satisfy Aravaipa Ketones ---- Borderlands.cc…

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Running Recovery Slides & The Big Lebowski w/ Inky Steve 41:31

1M ago41:31

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The Dude Abides and would probably never wear trail running shoes. But we love this movie too much so Josh asked Inky, what shoes go best with The Big Lebowski? Slides. Super chill running recover slides. There's a boom in them right now. You see them popping up all over the place and there's actually some innovation happening. But at the end of th…

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Episode 339: How Can Book Publishers Utilize Bookstore Coop? w/Jane Friedman | A People's Guide to Publishing 12:11

1M ago12:11

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Early episode drop this week due to the holiday! Put simply, bookstore co-op is a tool publishers can use to incentivize bookstores for ordering and featuring their books, or hosting events with their authors. Is co-op right for your publisher? How do you best use it? Jane Friedman of The Bottom Line is back to chat with Joe and Elly about co-op, M…

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Endurance is Punk Rock with Mike Herrera of MxPx 59:36

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Mike Herrera and MxPx have been playing for 30 years. I was there from the beginning so I was stoked to do this interview with an all time great and hero of mine. [Presented by Naked Sports Innovations] Mike knows a thing or two about endurance and keeping on when life and circumstances get you down. Enjoy. ---- Borderlands.cc | Podcast Network Sig…

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What Happens When You Stop Using Strava? 28:55

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I stopped using strava and found 7 bugs that ended up being features. [Borderlands TRE event - RSVP here] Here are the bugs. Listen to find out how these became features. I don't run as far I don't run as fast I can't review my performance I can't reminsce on old runs I can't be impressive I'm losing structure I don't have receipts for my runs Pres…

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Changing the narrative on Will making - Bristol Business founder Jim Emsley 25:58

2M ago25:58

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In this episode of The Bristol Business Podcast ,our host sits down with Jim Emsley, founder and managing director of ELM Legal Services, to explore his 25-year journey building one of the South West’s most trusted estate planning firms. Jim shares how he went from being a mature law graduate to running a nationwide business based right here in Bri…

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Episode 338: What is in a good book contract? | A People's Guide to Publishing Podcast 15:08

2M ago15:08

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It's a throwback episode! Contracts are no one's favorite part of publishing, no matter which side of the table you're sitting on. This week on the pod, we revisit a classic People's Guide to Publishing episode where Joe and Elly walk you through why contracts are important, how to navigate them as an author, and what makes a good publishing contra…

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Who is the Alex Honnold of Trail Running? with James Lauriello. 50:54

2M ago50:54

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James Lauriello joined Josh to talk trail running from multiple angles. James is the host of the Steep Stuff Podcast and an athlete for La Sportiva. the Professionalization of Trail Running Who is the Alex Honnold of Trail Running? Is the fan base growing? Every trail runner should run the cirque series Who is the GOAT of sub-ultra? Presented by Na…

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"Gut Health" with Featured Speaker: Katie Chapmon, MS, RD 1:06:31

2M ago1:06:31

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Is your gut sabotaging your weight loss journey after bariatric surgery? 😖 Whether you're newly sleeved, years post-op, or on a GLP-1 medication—gut health MATTERS. In this special Bari Connected session sponsored by ProCare Health, we're diving deep with Katie Chapman, RD—an expert in bariatric nutrition, digestive wellness, and hormone health—to …

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The Personal cost of running a successful Personal Training Business - With Biel Casey 36:27

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In this episode of The Bristol Business Podcast, our host sits down with Biel, founder of BCPT (Body Conditioning Performance Training) — one of North Bristol’s most inspiring fitness and coaching facilities. Biel shares how he turned a simple passion for coaching into a thriving local business that helps nearly 100 members each week transform not …

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Ryan Becker on the Changing Landscape of Pro Running 56:28

2M ago56:28

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Ryan Becker runs for Naked Sports Innovations and competes at the highest level in mountain running. He brings an honest and analytical view of the sport that feels fresh and from the heart. In this episode they discuss the difference between being a pro runner and an elite runner. You don't have to be a pro running fan to enjoy this episode. Ryan …

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Episode 337: It doesn't have to be perfect: Punk, Art & DIY w/Ashley Rowe Palafox | People's Guide to Publishing 42:44

2M ago42:44

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It's the 20th-ish anniversary of Ashley Rowe Palafox's original "Barefoot and in the Kitchen" zine! This week on the pod, Ashley joins us to talk about the inception of the zine, how punk helps you let go of perfectionism, and updating the zines for the new collection, "Cook Your Own F*cking Life." Get "Cook Your Own Fucking Life" here: https://mic…

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a Mount to Coast Deep Dive with Taylor Bodin 53:00

2M ago53:00

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Let's put Taylor Bodin to the test. Josh went to Running Warehouse and selected some top sellers and quized Taylor. How did he do? Also, we dove into Mount to Coast. Presented by Naked Sports Innovations Taylor Bodin is the Believe in the Run's Dirt Division. ---- Patreon | BtS Building Borderlands Borderlands.cc | Podcast Network Sign up: analog*B…

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Running Gave Ian Morgan Life, Took It Away, and Gave it Back Again 41:07

2M ago41:07

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I've never interviewed someone so at peace with themselves. This interview with Ian Morgan felt real and honest and kind. There's something in his eyes that I think we all want. [Presented by Naked Sports Innovations] In this interview we talk about his relationship with alcohol, the sedentary life, and the way he left it behind. He also died once …

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Challenging the norm of Construction - The Bristol Business Podcast - Gary Fisher - Mode Consult 30:03

2M ago30:03

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In this episode of The Bristol Business Podcast, host Wayne Sargent sits down with Gary Fisher, founder of Mode Consult, to explore his journey from Loughborough graduate to leading one of Bristol’s most forward-thinking construction consultancies. Gary opens up about how he built Mode from the ground up in 2019, just before COVID hit — and how he …

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Episode 336: We Are Stronger Than Censorship: Book Bans & Empathy w/ Lee Wind | People's Guide to Publishing 52:31

2M ago52:31

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This week on the pod, Lee Wind of the Independent Book Publisher's Association is here to talk about the We Are Stronger Than Censorship campaign, book bans, and a few fun side quests like microwaves and 90s movies. For more on the We Are Stronger Than Censorship campaign, click here: https://www.wearestrongerthancensorship.org/ To get the stickers…

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40,000 Kids in East African Run Clubs 26:01

2M ago26:01

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Brett Harrison started Red Knot Racing Co. as an expression of his heart for Tanzania, Tanzanians, and running. His first mission, however, is not running. It's community development. [Presented by Naked Sports Innovations] Brett moved to Tanzania in 2009 where, among other things, he helped improve agricultral practices. But over time, his staff g…

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Growing the Heart of Trail Running | Borderlands Family Meeting 19:48

2M ago19:48

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Borderlands Trail Running began 2025 planning to grow the podcast by 10x by year's end. How are we looking? Presented by Naked Sports Innovations In this episode we take a quick inventory of the whole thing. What's happeing with Borderlands' media arm, our mobile app, Wylder, our race organization Open Range Races? Tune in to find out. And if you'r…

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Episode 335: Marketing and Selling Books on Tiktok Shop, w/ Jane Friedman | A People’s Guide to Publishing Podcast 15:52

2M ago15:52

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There are new forms of ecommerce popping up every day, on every website from Instagram and Tiktok to Pinterest. Is selling online through Tiktok right for your books? This week, Jane Friedman of the Bottom Line is back to talk to Joe and Elly about the growing popularity of TIktok Shop, and if she thinks it's worth a publisher's time. ************ …

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Jason Schlarb, Elite Runner and Norda Team Manager 17:00

2M ago17:00

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Jason Schlarb started his running career ~15 years ago when the frontier of ultrarunning was much less developed. [Presented by Naked Sports Innovations] Today, while still running at an elite level himself, Jason is managing the Norda athlete team in a way that was impossible through most of his career. Josh and Jason had a chat in a loud restaura…

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Rocky Raccoon 100 | Where Roots Come Alive [trail icons: Texas] 22:07

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Rocky Raccoon is an iconic rooty and rootsy East Texas race that many great runners run as a right of passage. Presented by Naked Sports Innovations Jordan rightfully places Rocky Raccoon 100 in the upper eschelon of Texas Trail ultrarunning races comparing its endless loops to Lightnin' Hopkins and the endless 12 bar blues. Thanks to our special g…

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Caleb Bowen & Javelina Jundred | Revenge After a 14:20 Finish Last Year 14:16

2M ago14:16

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Caleb Bowen, XC Coach at Marshall University, has been running at a high level for a long time. He's part of the crew putting West Virginia on the map (the Bargain Boys). Presented by Naked Sports Innovations In the lead up to Javelina Jundred, Caleb talks about last years 14:20 finish and how he thinks he can make up time on it. He took M1 at Hurr…

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Careth Arnold & Javelina Jundred | 2025 Wins at TDS, Twisted Fork, and Hurricane 100k 13:00

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Careth Arnold is having an all time great season capped by a win at TDS at UTMB where she became the first American winner of TDS, a super hard and technical race. [Presented by Naked Sports Innovations] 9 days later she ran and won Hurricane 100k, a much more runnable course than TDS proving shes got the fitness and speed necessary to toe the line…

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Sage Canaday & Javelina Jundred | Two Ultrarunning Legends 12:37

3M ago12:37

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Sage Canaday has been running and contributing the sport of running at a high level for a very long time and we're honored to host him today. We consider him a legend and among the finest and grittiest runners of the last two decades. Presented by Naked Sports Innovations He's preparing for Javelina Jundred this week and we are celebrating the race…

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Can You Beat Mount to Coast H1s for the Price? 42:25

3M ago42:25

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The Mount to Coast H1s are affordable, well-designed, and durable. The problem? Inventory. They've rolled these out so well that they're hard to get in some markets. Presented by Naked Sports Innovations Inky and Josh jump in talk H1s, Hoka's revival of the Speedgoat 2s, Inkys run for the homeless of Manchester, pricing strategy, and more. Are the …

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What Your Bariatric Labs Are Really Saying About Your Metabolic Health Interview with Kate Fuss 58:01

3M ago58:01

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Are your bariatric labs telling you the full story about your metabolic health? In this BariConnected episode, we're joined by Kate Fuss, a passionate bariatric physician assistant, to dive deep into what post-op labs like HOMA-IR, CRP, fasting insulin, and A1C are really revealing — especially when it comes to insulin resistance, blood sugar regul…

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Episode 334: Iconic Images, Information, & Accessibility: Designing Book Covers | A People's Guide to Publishing 56:51

3M ago56:51

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Can you really judge a book by its cover? Absolutely, yes. A lot of work goes into planning a book's cover design— marketing goals, representing the author's work, making it appealing to the target audience, legibility, and so much more. This week on the pod, Joe walks us through the things Joe takes into consideration for designing over covers. No…