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Celebrating New England's thriving endurance sports culture. Our mission is to passionately showcase and celebrate the vibrant endurance sports culture thriving in New England. Through engaging conversations, local endurance athlete (Art Trapotsis) embarks on a journey to uncover the essence of the region's clubs, group rides, cherished routes, legendary races, and the devoted community of athletes who proudly call New England home. From the exhilarating realms of road cycling to the rugged ...
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For Stars Podcast

Hudson Forster

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For Stars Podcast is the prime location to learn and inspire others on the sport, lifestyle, and world of rowing. Get a chance to hear from fellow Division 1 student-athletes, Olympians, National Champions, coaches, youth athletes and more, on their personal successes and challenges throughout their career as an oarsman or coxswain.
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Historically Speaking Podcast

Rebecca Robbins & Kim Kimmel

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Uncommon history with an unconventional pair. Join married hosts Rebecca Robbins (a Broadway actress) and Kim Kimmel (her college history instructor) as they delve into topics that run the historical gambit. A gifted storyteller, Kim taught history at the collegiate level for 29 years while as a student, Rebecca always sat in the front row of his Western Civilizations class soaking up every word he said. For the record, she made an A in his class. She went on to pursue a Broadway career (The ...
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In The Huddle

Study & Play USA

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The world of US college sport is both expansive and exciting, and international student-athletes are signing up in their droves for their shot at a scholarship opportunity. In The Huddle is the creation of Study & Play USA, widely regarded as the GO TO experts in facilitating the best possible outcomes for all stakeholders in this industry: US college coaches and recruiters, local high schools, families of student-athletes and most importantly the student-athletes themselves. So as you jog o ...
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we sit down with Firefly Bicycles co-founders Tyler Evans and Kevin Wolfson to explore the craft, philosophy, and real-world decision-making behind world-class custom titanium bikes. From geometry choices and material tradeoffs to b…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we sit down with Tim Mitchell, Technical Director of the legendary CCB Cycling Education Foundation. With roots dating back to 1960s England and an official U.S. presence since 1976, CCB is the longest-running elite cycling program …
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We are thrilled to introduce a new partnership for our Study & Play USA families. Listen as we sit down with NCAA Division I runner Vicki Data from The Hidden Opponent to unpack the hidden realities of college sport as an international and the power of a community that says 'it’s okay not to be okay'. German athlete Vicki explains how The Hidden Op…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we sit down with Andrew Drummond—founder of White Mountain Ski Company and the man behind some of the region’s most iconic events and endurance feats. Andrew recently completed the White Mountains Direttissima—connecting all 48 of N…
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Two unlikely travel mates and a tour of the American South that turns into a masterclass on what college sport really demands. We bring together Jesse Williams, national champion at Alabama and Super Bowl winner, and Chris Bates, a former Oklahoma State tennis player and founder of Study & Play USA, to map the modern pathway for Australian student …
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Think you know U.S. college sport from the headlines? Try walking seven campuses in ten days and stepping inside the rooms where performance is built. We share what’s actually changed since COVID and why the pathway for Australian student athletes is more compelling than ever. From the moment we arrived, the pattern was unmistakable: proximity driv…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this inspiring episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we sit down with Kelly Brush, founder of the Kelly Brush Foundation, and a former collegiate ski racer turned national advocate for adaptive sports. After a life-altering crash in 2006 left her paralyzed from the chest dow…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we sit down with Brooks Nablo and Jacob Kravitz of Stage 1 Cycling, a community-built cycling club based in Connecticut that’s making big waves in the local scene. Brooks, the club’s President and head coach of the juniors team, sha…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode we interview Justin Spinelli, a former professional cyclist and current entrepreneur behind Luxe Wheelworks by Gruppo Spinelli. Justin shares his journey from a young bike mechanic in New Hampshire to racing in prestigious events like the Giro d'Italia. He discusses the…
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What happens when a single Facebook message completely changes your life? For Sarah Abrams, a talented young rower from Australia's Hunter Valley, that message—which she initially suspected was a scam—became the first step on an extraordinary journey across the Pacific to NCAA Division I rowing. Alexia sits down with Sarah as she shares the raw, un…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, host Art Trapotsis talks with RJ Thompson, Executive Director of Vermont Huts & Trails, about the Velomont Project — an ambitious effort to create a 485-mile, hut-supported trail network spanning the length of Vermont. Designed to m…
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Imagine getting DM'd by an American coach, thinking it was a scam, realising it was not a scam, being offered a full ride scholarship, committing to an NCAA D1 program in New York, being weeks away from flying over and then being told: "oh you are not eligible to compete in NCAA D1." This was Angus Alberts' story, an Australian National champion sh…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode we sit down with John Mortimer — founder and CEO of Millennium Running, former professional runner, and one of New England’s most dynamic race organizers. John takes us from his early days as a decorated athlete to the creation of Millennium Running, a company that now …
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance podcast, hosts Art Trapotsis and Eric Schenker sit down with Lisa McCoy, event director of the iconic Mount Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb (MWARBH). Known affectionately as “The Rockpile,” this race challenges cyclists with 7.6 miles…
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Navigating the path to US college sports can be complex, especially for international student-athletes who must balance intense training schedules with unfamiliar academic requirements like the SAT. Today's conversation is with British-born Woody Sandhu, founder of Brainee and former US collegiate rower at Florida Tech. Woody shares his remarkable …
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode we sit down with Abby Long, the (outgoing) Executive Director of Kingdom Trails — one of the top mountain biking and multi-use trail networks in the country, located in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. Abby shares her inspiring journey from global service work to leading on…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode we interview Amy Rusiecki — ultrarunner, trail advocate, race director of the iconic Vermont 100 Endurance Race, and race director of the Beast Coast Trail Running Series. We take a deep dive into the origins of the Vermont 100 and how it began as a horse endurance ride…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, host Art Trapotsis sits down with George Munger, the director the Tufts University rowing program and men's head coach, to explore what makes Tufts one of the most successful and admired rowing teams in the country. George shares hi…
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Chris Bates sits down with former college tennis athlete Tayah Cross, to discuss one of our most requested topics: the process of studying in a US college and then returning back to Australia to practice as a physio. Unlike the direct entry Australian model, Tayah's journey took her from an undergraduate kinesiology degree with a minor in French fr…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode we dive deep into what many rowers fondly call Rower’s Christmas — the legendary Head of the Charles Regatta (HOCR). We’re joined by race director Brendan Mulvey, who unpacks what makes this two-day rowing festival one of the world’s largest and most beloved regattas. B…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we interview Emily Kwesell and Cody Whelan, co-founders of Treeline Outfitters in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. We explore the innovative concept of their outdoor gear shop that doubles as a taproom—an inviting space that brings endura…
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Coach George Eglesfield from NCAA D1 California State University at Bakersfield shares his journey from international student-athlete to recruiting coordinator and assistant coach, providing valuable insights for swimmers considering the US college route. His personal experience swimming at the University of Wyoming combined with his current coachi…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Anna Cronin and Bruce Lindsay, co-founders of Dirt Church Brewing, nestled in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. Born out of a shared love for mountain biking, trail (dirt) culture, and connection, Dirt Church is more than just a brewery—i…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode we enjoy a conversation with Jeff Dieffenbach, co-president of 545 Velo, and Larry Alford, one of the club's original founders. Together, they take us on a ride through the club’s origins, its evolution from a masters racing team to a diverse and inclusive cycling commu…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. The BIVO Story with Founders Carina Hamel and Robby Ringer In this episode we speak with Carina Hamel and Robby Ringer, co-founders of BIVO, the Vermont-based brand redefining hydration for endurance athletes. Born from a desire to ditch plastic and do better for the planet, BIVO makes…
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Today’s episode explores the intricate world of Ivy League water polo recruitment, featuring insights from Coach Petar Momcilovic of Brown University. Listeners will get to hear Coach Momcilovic discuss the much talked about Junior Olympics, the importance of researching these universities before meeting with a coach. We dissect the infamous June 1…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this inspiring episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we sit down with Kelly Catale, the Executive Director of New England Youth Cycling (NEYC) and the founder and president of Team KellCat Development Inc. (KellCat Devo). Kelly’s journey in the cycling world is nothing short…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Megan Faulkner, the Executive Director of Falmouth Road Race, Inc and the Asics Falmouth Road Race. Megan has been an integral part of this iconic event for over a decade, and today, she gives us an inside look at what makes this rac…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we sit down with Amber Ferreira—professional triathlete, mom, coach, and founder of the Granite State Endurance Project. Amber shares how she transformed her personal passion for endurance sports into a thriving community of athlete…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this special episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we celebrate the 15-year anniversary of Back on My Feet (Boston), an organization that has been changing lives through the power of fitness and community. We sit down with with Jen Hyde, the New England director for Back on …
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. We had the pleasure of speaking with Andy Gould, the president of State 9 Racing, one of New Hampshire’s premier cycling teams. From its origins in 2015 to its growth into a powerhouse in New England's cycling scene, Andy shared the story of how State 9 Racing has evolved and what make…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, host Art Trapotsis interviews John Day, the race director and founder of Race Day XC, a new mountain bike race series in New England. John shares his background in endurance sports, including motocross (yes, an endurance sport!) and…
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Prepare yourself for an eye-opening journey through the world of collegiate soccer with our special guest, Coach Zach Newton from Indian Hills Community College. Hailing from Australia, Coach Newton's path from player to coach is nothing short of inspiring. He shares his unique experiences navigating the U.S. college pathway, providing insights int…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast we welcome Devon Price and Peter Bayne, co-founders of Kenetik, a company specializing in ketone-based energy drinks. The conversation delves into the science behind ketones, their benefits for endurance athletes, and the journey of …
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, hosts Art Trapotsis and Eric Schenker welcome Dave McGillivray, the race director of the Boston Marathon (for 37 years!) They explore Dave's journey in endurance sports, his defining moments in life as an athlete, the evolution of t…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode we interview Ed Warren, founder of Uphill New England, an organization dedicated to promoting uphill skiing in the region. Ed discusses the origins of Uphill New England, its partnerships with ski resorts to create an amazing Uphill Ski Pass, community-building initiati…
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Unlock the secrets of junior college softball recruitment with our expert guest, Coach Erin Sharpe from Northeast Community College in Nebraska. Gain insights into what truly matters in the eyes of a college coach: it's not just about stats but the fundamentals and batting techniques that make a standout recruit. Coach Sharpe discusses her thoughts…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode we explore New England Track Cycling and the Northeast Velodrome with Dave LaFond, President, and Jed Kornbluh, Board Member. They discuss the differences between track and road cycling, the formation of the New England Track Cycling organization, and the significance o…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this Episode 1 of Season 2 of the New England Endurance Podcast, we welcome Adam Myerson, a prominent figure in the cycling community and President and Head Coach of Cycle-Smart Inc. We discuss Adam's impressive achievements in cyclocross (recent winner of the US Cyclocross Men's 50…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this special Season 1 recap of the New England Endurance Podcast, we reflect on an incredible year of conversations, stories, and adventures across the endurance sports landscape. From gravel grinders to icy swims, we revisit the highlights that shaped our journey and celebrate the …
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, host Art Trapotsis speaks with Tough Ruck race director Sarah Sweeney and five-time participant Jeffrey Paolino about the unique endurance event known as Tough Ruck. They discuss the basics of rucking, the history and significance o…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we learn about one of largest cycling clubs in the Boston area: the Charles River Wheelmen (CRW). My guest today is Randolph Williams, the President of CRW, an accomplished endurance athlete, and a passionate advocate for inclusivit…
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Continuing with our junior college podcast series, Chris Bates sits down with Coach Brooks Buffington, the newly crowned 2024 National Women's Junior College Coach of the Year at Jones College in Mississippi, to uncover the truth behind the often misunderstood junior college sporting landscape. As he shares his insights, particularly for Australian…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of The New England Endurance Podcast, we’re joined by Alan Atwood, President of the New England Bike Racing Association (NEBRA) and a cornerstone of the region’s road and cyclocross cycling community. With over 30 years in competitive cycling—as a team manager, event or…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this milestone episode, we address a glaring omission from our first 25 episodes—we haven’t yet featured a guest from Rhode Island! Better late than never, right? Today, we are thrilled to welcome Susan Rancourt, co-founder and Chief Running Officer of Rhode Races & Events. Susan’s …
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. Welcome to the 25th episode of the New England Endurance Podcast! To mark this milestone, and the coming winter season, we explore one of our favorite endurance activities: cross-country skiing! We chat with two leaders from the New England Nordic Ski Association (NENSA): Isabel Caldwe…
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This podcast episode dives deep into one of our most frequently requested topics: Junior College, also known as JUCO or NJCAA. Coach Drew Mahin from Cloud County describes the recruitment process in a way for everybody to understand: are you approaching this as a customer or an explorer? Coach Mahin talks about rejection directing you to your next …
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we’re spotlighting Connecticut’s cycling scene and introducing you to two standout leaders shaping its future—brothers Ben and Brian Wolfe! Join us as we dive into their work with the Connecticut Cycling Advancement Program (CCAP), …
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode, we chat about the vibrant New England running culture with Matt Taylor, co-founder and CEO of Tracksmith, a brand that’s reshaping how we celebrate endurance sports. Matt shares the story behind Tracksmith’s foundation in 2014, how it captures the Amateur Spirit, and i…
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Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this special episode, we host an exclusive interview with Ted Benford, Executive Director of Community Rowing Inc. (CRI). Whether you're new to the sport or a seasoned rower, this episode will give you an inside look at how rowing has grown into a vibrant community sport in New Engl…
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