It Runs Deep

Sometimes faith isn’t loud. Sometimes it runs quietly beside you. If you had told me a few years ago that a Catholic Sister would quietly join our Varsity running group under a different name, I wouldn’t have believed you. Sister Regina of the Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist came back to Baton Rouge to live outside formal ministry — and to face parts of her past. Her connection to me “runs dee...

A quick 15 minute episode highlighting all the fun opportunities for runners and spectators at the upcoming Louisiana Marathon.

If you’re looking for some new-year inspiration, meet Eli Todaro. A member of the COVID Class of 2020, Eli spent much of his time online gaming — and he was good enough to make money doing it. But he was also 30 pounds heavier than he is today, and his parents challenged him to make a change. What followed was a powerful transformation. This is Eli’s story — and how he became who he is today.

When the boys from Baton Rouge - Garret and Michael take a road trip to Washington, DC - in Garret’s shiny new Toyota truck - with a Coca Cola license plate...it set a hugely successful political career in motion. Graves talks about the community, career and his future in politics.

Peyton appeared on American Idol making it to Hollywood Week. He shared the stage with Kelly Clarkson. Meet Peyton Mc Mahon His music reflects his life, his emotions, and his journey. And, as it turns out, he’s also a serious runner — a two-time Boston Marathon qualifier

In a “It Runs Deep”/“Alligator Shoes”  crossover podcast we have look at both the deep and light side of EBR District Attorney, Hillar Moore.   Hillar  grew up in a mixed-race neighborhood, might’ve had a little too much fun his freshman year, loved the 25-cent beers at the Brass Rail, and joined the LSU Rugby team just because it looked “fun.” Maybe it’s all those experiences that shaped the empa...

Most  It Runs Deep  podcasts have focused on the deeper side of runners and walkers — the part people don’t always see, and how moving their feet helps them move through life. But this one’s a little different. Today, I’m sitting down with someone who’s already had an incredible run — as an athlete, a coach, and a person.  Coach Pete Boudreaux has made a lasting impact on thousands of lives.  And...

Dr. Terry Ellis spent decades guiding others as a beloved Baptist minister—until life’s challenges led him into an addiction that nearly cost him everything. Now years in recovery, he’s using his story to help others…and finding strength and resilience in the miles of a marathon.

Joey Lee is an ultra-creative professional and accomplished triathlete! We first met when he walked into Dream Silk Screens to register for a race…and drop a hint for a job. That was 1993! From there, he soared in the advertising world, landing at a top Jackson, MS agency—where he also met his future wife, Allison. Just a few years into their marriage, Allison was diagnosed with malignant melanoma...

Walker Higgins is one of the toughest endurance athletes on the planet—finishing grueling races like the 135-mile Badwater through Death Valley and the legendary 153 Miles Spartathlon in Greece. But his path wasn’t always paved with finish lines. As early as high school Walker found himself battling addiction. At 16 he hit rock bottom with an accidental LSD overdose. That he began the climb back—n...

Gene Todaro—a man who grew up in the rhythm of the restaurant world, following his family’s footsteps into Marcello’s Italian and eventually opening his own spots in Baton Rouge then the heart of New Orleans' vibrant food scene. But with the late nights and hard living came a cost. Now, Gene's story has taken a sharp turn. He’s transformed his lifestyle and his mindset—one healthy step at a time....

Kim Charles got married hoping for the usual marriage, kids, the whole dream. But after years of trying to get pregnant, the stress and heartbreak took a toll, and the marriage ended. That’s when she turned back to running. She told her running buddy, Mary Raines that it was time to make new friends and had seen the  Varsity group running around the lakes. She decided that was where she was going...

Pat Fellows is an business person, athlete and coach who’s spent decades pushing his limits — always bringing positive energy to the party. But behind that energy was a quiet struggle. Then came something he never expected: he needed a heart pacemaker. For most people, that would be the end of running/racing. But not Pat. He realized that running and training were the part of his life that kept hi...

From peak Boston Marathon shape to battling the darkest of days—Donny Boudreaux opens up about depression, resilience, and the power of running. Join a conversation with Donny and Jenni in Episode 1 of “It Runs Deep”

"Stay tuned as we take a deeper look at the personal side of athletes in our community. Yes, they’ve achieved impressive things—but behind every finish line is often a story of struggle. From depression and injury to lifestyle changes and personal setbacks, these are real conversations, in their own words. And more often than not, it’s running or walking that brings them back—offering both he...