Best Substrate Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 24: Substrate cracking compromises integrity of flexible electronic devices 3:57

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In this podcast episode, MRS Bulletin’s Laura Leay interviews Nitin Padture, who is the Otis E. Randall University Professor and the founding Director of the Initiative for Sustainable Energy at Brown University, about his group’s work uncovering the cracks in a substrate that was coated with a transparent-conducting oxide thin film. This cracking,…

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Substrate Oxidation Does Not Influence Middle Distance Running Performance: A Randomised Controlled Crossover Trial with Brady Holmer 52:04

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In this episode, Scott is joined by Brady Holmer to discuss the impact of substrate oxidation on running performance, focusing on a recent study comparing high-carbohydrate and low-carbohydrate diets. They explore the implications of the study's findings, the importance of metabolic flexibility, and the limitations of the research design. Study: ht…

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S6E9: Trees on Top — How Stress Tests, Substrate & Sensors Green “Impossible” Places with Daan Grasveld of The Urban Jungle Project 46:57

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On a rooftop disguised as a public square outside Amsterdam’s public library, Nadina sits down with Daan Grasveld, co-founder of Urban Jungle Project, to explore how trees can thrive in the most unlikely urban places. What looks like a normal city square is actually the top of a parking garage—once barren, hot, and lifeless. Today, thanks to modula…

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Podcast EP321: An Overview of Soitec’s Worldwide Leadership in Engineered Substrates with Steve Babureck 15:57

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Daniel is joined by Steve Babureck, executive vice president of strategy and president of Soitec USA. He joined the company in 2011 and held various positions including head of the finance department of the solar business in the United States, head of strategic marketing, and head of Group investor Relations in San Diego and Singapore.… Read More…

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The Substrate of Mystery: Mycelial Networks, Mutualism, and Symbiosis – A Conversation with Merlin Sheldrake 46:38

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Fungi are veteran survivors of ecological disruption, and they demonstrate a radically different approach to crisis and decision-making than we do. While we tend to work with binaries and control when navigating uncertainty, mycelium works from a place of relationality. In this conversation, acclaimed mycologist and author Merlin Sheldrake explores…

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The Female Endurance Athlete's Guide To Fat: Examining Fat, Fuel & Health with Megan Foley 1:07:39

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In this episode, Scott is joined by Megan Foley, and they delve into the often-overlooked macronutrient, fat. They discuss its importance for endurance athletes, the differences in fat requirements between genders, and the implications of dietary fat on performance and health. Fuelin on Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠ Check Out The Fuelin App…

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Podcast EP323: How to Address the Challenges of 3DIC Design with John Ferguson 18:50

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Daniel is joined by John Ferguson, senior director of product management for the Calibre products in the 3DIC space at Siemens EDA. He manages the vision and product offerings in the Calibre domain for 3DIC design solutions. Dan explores the challenges of 3DIC and chiplet-based design with John, who describes the broad range of… Read More…

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Does Your Hourly Carb Ingestion Timing Matter: Insights from the 90g/h Study with Dr Alan McCubbin 38:09

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In this episode, Scott is joined by Dr. Alan McCubbin to discuss a study examining the effects of different carbohydrate ingestion patterns on physiological responses and performance in cycling. The study found no significant differences in performance between small, frequent carbohydrate feeds and larger, less frequent feeds. Scott and Alan emphas…

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Be Earth Now – Rainer Maria Rilke recited by Joanna Macy and Anita Barrows 22:00

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Earlier this year, the remarkable eco-philosopher Joanna Macy passed away at age ninety-six. Among her many gifts, she was a seminal translator of the great twentieth-century poet Rainer Maria Rilke. In our final episode of the year, we return to a selection of translations of Rilke from The Book of Hours: Love Poems to God, by Joanna and award-win…

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S6E10: “Mushrooms Aren’t a Death Sentence” — Fungumentals for Arborists Who Diagnose Before They Cut with Kyle McLoughlin of Ironwood Arboricultural 50:47

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A mushroom on a tree isn’t a verdict — but in arboriculture, it’s often treated like one. In this episode, Nadina Galle talks with Kyle McLoughlin, a Board Certified Master Arborist and founder of Ironwood Arboricultural, from his two-acre, tree-filled property in St. George, Ontario. Together, they unpack why fungi should be foundational knowledge…

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Podcast EP322: A Wide-Ranging and Colorful Conversation with Mahesh Tirupattur 16:47

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Daniel is joined by Mahesh Tirupattur, chief executive officer at Analog Bits. Mahesh leads strategic planning to develop and implement Analog Bits’ vision and mission of enabling the silicon digital world with interfacing IP to the analog world. Additionally, Mahesh oversees all aspects of Analog Bits’ operations to ensure… Read More…

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Episode 6 - NSHP, RSHP, and MBD Part 1: Alphabet soup needs calcium 39:57

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In this episode we're starting to unpack one of the most uniquely reptile, one of the most complicated, and one of the most preventable diseases. We're talking calcium diseases! We used to call this Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD), but it's so much more than that. Let's talk all about the physiology and pathophysiology of this disease to set the stage…

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Alive in the Skin of a River’s Flow – Susan Murphy Roshi 31:06

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In this week’s story, Australian writer and Zen roshi Susan Murphy explores how haiku’s reflections of the seasons are being disrupted by the climate crisis. How will this poetic form bear witness to the ferocity of change reshaping the seasons? Woven with verses from Bashō, Buson, Issa, and fellow Volume 6 contributor Ron C. Moss, this story conte…

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Maurten Sodium Bicarb System: Boosting Performance Without GI Distress with Dr. Andy Sparks & Jan Frodeno 1:05:02

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In this episode of FuelIn Sessions, Scott & Jan Frodeno are joined by Dr. Andy Sparks of Maurten to talk about their Sodium Bicarb System. They dig into the science of nutrition for endurance athletes, discuss Andy Sparks's journey in nutritional science, the transition from academia to industry, and the importance of sodium bicarbonate and carbohy…

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Podcast EP320: The Emerging Field of Quantum Technology and the Upcoming Q2B Event with Peter Olcott 14:03

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Daniel is joined by Peter Olcott, Deeptech Principal at First Spark Ventures specializing in early-stage investments. His background encompasses over 20 years of experience in electrical engineering, software engineering, algorithm design, combined hardware-software robotic devices, and novel innovations in biomedical… Read More…

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S6E8: “National Park City” — What If the Whole City Were a Park? with Mark Cridge of National Park City Foundation 54:59

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In this episode, Nadina meets Mark Cridge just off Oxford Circus, inside a quiet, plant-filled HQ that serves as the visitor centre for something radical: a city that calls itself a park. London was the first place in the world to become a National Park City—but what does that actually mean when you’re standing in the middle of one of the busiest u…

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Podcast EP319: What Makes Agile Analog a Unique Company with Chris Morrison 15:32

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Daniel is joined by Chris Morrison, vice president of product marketing at Agile Analog, the customizable analog IP company. Chris has over 18 years’ experience developing strong relationships with key partners across the semiconductor industry and delivering innovative analog, digital, power management and audio products.… Read More…

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Mindfulness - Cultivating Presence in Everyday Life 29:36

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Tracking Wisdom Episode 38 Mindfulness - Cultivating Presence in Everyday Life Recorded - 10/27/25 DESCRIPTION Mindfulness, defined as focused attention on the present experience, is the central theme of our discourse today on the Tracking Wisdom Podcast. We engage in an enlightening conversation with our esteemed mindfulness instructor, Peter, who…

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Falling Into the Off-Season: Recover, Refuel, Reset with Matt Hanson & Rae Harris 1:13:14

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In this episode, Scott Tindal discusses the importance of the off-season for endurance athletes with Matt Hanson and Rae Harris of Humango.AI. They explore strategies for recovery, the physiological and psychological aspects of taking time off, and how to maintain fitness during downtime. The conversation also covers the significance of strength tr…

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Practical Reverence – A Conversation with Robin Wall Kimmerer 59:36

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This Thanksgiving holiday, we return to a conversation with Potawatomi botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer, where she talks about her new book The Serviceberry, which emerged from an essay she wrote for us about the potential of a gift economy to recognize the sacred nature of the Earth. Robin introduces a set of ethical and pragmatic principles, known as…

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S6E7: “Urban Acupuncture” — How Pocket Forests Heal Our Cities with Adrian Wong of SUGi 58:42

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In this episode, Nadina sits down with Adrian Wong, SUGi’s UK Forest Lead, in the middle of the Forest of Thanks—a 10,000 m² Miyawaki forest planted in one of London’s most under-resourced boroughs. What was once a simple lawn is now a thriving woodland of oaks, elders, cherry trees, brambles, birds, and even resident foxes. Adrian explains the Miy…

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The Female Endurance Athlete's Protein Guide: Examining Protein & Performance with Megan Foley 52:02

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In this episode, Scott Tindal and Megan Foley discuss the protein requirements for endurance athletes, with a focus on the differences between male and female athletes. They explore the importance of protein for recovery, the impact of the menstrual cycle on protein needs, and the significance of maintaining adequate protein intake during caloric d…

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Suffering ⇄ Awakening: Inside the Learning Lab of Consciousness (Campbell, Hoffman) 34:30

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Tracking Wisdom Episode 37 Suffering ⇄ Awakening: Inside the Learning Lab of Consciousness (Campbell, Hoffman) Recorded - 10/27/25 DESCRIPTION The central theme of this podcast episode revolves around the concept of the "Learning Lab," a framework that posits suffering as an essential component of the learning process within human consciousness. We…

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Seasons: A Conversation at the Tate Modern – with Melanie Challenger, Sam Lee, Dara McAnulty, Kerri ní Dochartaigh and Emmanuel Vaughan-Lee 1:15:36

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In November, we celebrated the launch of our latest print edition, Seasons, at the Tate Modern in London. Recorded live at the event, this conversation featuring four Volume 6 contributors, delves into each of their stories and the themes of requiem, invitation, and celebration at the heart of their seasonal experiences. From honoring the fragility…

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Episode 23: Interfacial effects dominate 2D water structure until angstrom-level confinement 6:46

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In this podcast episode, MRS Bulletin’s Laura Leay interviews Mischa Bonn, director of the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research in Germany and Dr. Yongkang Wang, group leader affiliated with the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research as well as Southeast University in Nanjing, China about their research on nanoconfined water. The researcher…

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Episode 22: Cement clinker phases predicted with ML model 4:49

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In this podcast episode, MRS Bulletin’s Laura Leay interviews Anoop Krishnan from the Indian Institute of Technology in New Delhi, India, about a machine learning model developed after a two-year period of collecting data from the cement industry, supported by the Cement and Concrete Research Network. Krishnan’s work resulted in a model that predic…

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S6E6: Microdosing Nature with Pieter van den Braak of N8RLND 26:26

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Filmmaker and N8RLND founder Pieter van den Braak joins the Internet of Nature Podcast for a walk through Eindhoven’s Philips de Jonghpark—a city park dense enough to feel like a pocket forest. Pieter shares how, during a period of feeling unmoored in his early twenties, nature became the one place that offered clarity, calm, and a sense of belongi…

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The Next Generation of Fueling Precision: Examining Fuelin's Algo V2 1:06:58

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In this episode of FuelIn Sessions, Scott Tindal and Dr. Alan McCubbin discuss the exciting launch of Algorithm V2. They dig into how the new algorithm enhances personalization for a diverse range of athletes, allowing users to input specific thresholds and account for physical activity outside of training. The conversation highlights the introduct…

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Harnessing Dreams for Deeper Human Connections 24:50

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Tracking Wisdom Episode 36 Harnessing Dreams for Deeper Human Connections Recorded - 09/29/25 DESCRIPTION This podcast delves into the intriguing concept of social dreaming, a practice that facilitates the sharing of dreams among participants to uncover collective patterns and insights. We explore its implications for enhancing interpersonal connec…

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Episode 21: Recycling studied from a mechanics-materials perspective 4:37

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In this podcast episode, MRS Bulletin’s Laura Leay interviews Christos Athanasiou from the Georgia Institute of Technology about their approach to the recycling problem from a mechanics-materials perspective. Current recycling approaches can lead to a product with variable properties, which is undesirable. Through a bio-inspired design, Athanasiou’…

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Earth as Koan, Earth as Self – A Conversation with Susan Murphy Roshi 1:06:09

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In this conversation from our archive, Australian writer and Zen roshi Susan Murphy immerses us in the ancient tradition of koan and the power of the “not-knowing mind” to open a treasury of resources for meeting the climate crisis. Sharing several koans from Zen masters that push at the boundaries of our consciousness, she speaks to the way they c…

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S6E5: Don’t Count Trees; Count Crowns with Jan Willem de Groot of Terra Nostra 52:46

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Amsterdam’s trees haven’t “stopped growing” — they’ve stopped growing the way they should. Arborist-turned-CEO Jan Willem de Groot explains why maturity matters more than planting counts, why crown volume is the metric that actually reflects ecological function, and what happens when cities focus on keeping the trees they already rely on. We explor…

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The Consciousness Stack – Mapping a Substrate Model of Existence 45:09

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Tracking Wisdom Episode 35 The Consciousness Stack – Mapping a Substrate Model of Existence Recorded - 09/01/25 DESCRIPTION The salient point of our discussion centers on the conceptual framework we refer to as the "consciousness stack," which emerged from a dialogue involving artificial intelligence. We delve into the intricate layers that constit…

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Fueling the 70.3 Distance: Inside the Nutrition Plan of 5x World Champion Daniela Ryf 1:05:03

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In this episode, Scott is joined by five-time 70.3 World Champion Daniela Ryf to discuss the intricacies of race nutrition, particularly for the 70.3 distance. They explore the differences between 70.3 and Ironman racing, the importance of carb loading, and strategies for race-day breakfast and bike nutrition. Follow Fuelin on Instagram⁠⁠ Learn mor…

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On Time, Mystery, and Kinship – A Conversation with Jane Hirshfield 1:41:58

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We return to one of our most in-depth interviews this week: a conversation with poet Jane Hirshfield, who has contributed a new poem to our latest print edition, Volume 6: Seasons. Reciting several poems from her prolific body of work, including Time Thinks of Time, she speaks about how her Zen practice has led her to embrace the largeness of time’…

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Episode 5 - Lighting: A Very Illuminating Topic 55:14

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Welcome to Episode 5! This is the last of our dives into husbandry and some associated health concerns, tips for evaluation, and discussion of physiology and how it relates to the husbandry needs. This episode we discuss lighting! Want to learn more about the Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians: arav.org…

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S6E4: The Garden That Listens — and Teaches: eDNA, Bioacoustics, and the Secrets of Urban Life with Dr. John Tweddle 54:57

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John Tweddle joins the Internet of Nature Podcast to share how the Natural History Museum in London turned five acres of ornamental lawn into a living laboratory for the future of urban nature. From eDNA that uncovers invisible life to bioacoustic microphones that map the city’s soundscape, John and his team are reimagining what a museum can be: no…

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Commentary on Rupert Spira’s Interview: Nonduality, Consciousness, and Free Will 1:06:57

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Tracking Wisdom Episode 34 Commentary on Rupert Spira’s Interview: Nonduality, Consciousness, and Free Will Recorded - 08/04/25 DESCRIPTION The profound discourse presented in this episode centers around a compelling interview with Rupert Spira, wherein he elucidates the non-dual nature of consciousness, positing that the only true reality is consc…

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Road to Kona Episode 4: Finishing 6th at Ironman World Championships with Holly Lawrence 59:50

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In this episode, Scott and Holly Lawrence unpack her 6th-place finish at the Ironman World Championship in Kona. Holly reflects on her race day experience, including the challenges she faced and the emotions of crossing the finish line. They explore Holly's race preparation, lessons learned from previous races, heat acclimation strategies, and the …

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Strange New World - Roy Scranton 48:05

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Probing the flatness of his Midwestern landscape, Roy Scranton challenges us to peer beyond what meets the eye to engage more thoughtfully with a place’s ecological, geological, and cosmological dimensions. What first appears to him as farmland, highways, and worn industrial sprawl in his new home of South Bend, Indiana, begins under sustained atte…

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S6E3: The Tree Is the New Sewer System with Erwin van Herwijnen of New Urban Standard 38:52

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Recorded in the heart of Tilburg—a Dutch city that has transformed from one of Europe’s hottest urban heat islands into a showcase of regreening—this episode explores the hidden worlds that decide whether city trees live or die. Arborist and Senior Advisor Erwin van Herwijnen of New Urban Standard joins the Internet of Nature Podcast to talk about …

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Fueling for the Full Distance A Pro's Race Strategy with Nick Staggenborg & Frederic Funk 1:05:51

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In this episode of the podcast, Scott is joined by Managing Director of Pushing Limits, Nick Staggenborg, and Professional Triathlete Frederic Funk. They discuss Fred's full-distance triathlon debut at Challenge Roth, his fueling strategy, and how it was to race the new distance. They also briefly discuss the new Pushing Limits integration with the…