Running Times

This week, "Running Times with Gagz" will be remotely releasing a mini-series, "Showdown in the Dome", from Milwaukee, Wisconsin as Gagz runs his first 72-hour race at 6 Days in the Dome. Listeners will hear from his crew,  Alden Roth  and  John Castellaneta , who will provide updates and color commentary over the next few days while Gagz is running. The clock is ticking, and with only hours left...

This week, "Running Times with Gagz" will be remotely releasing a mini-series, "Showdown in the Dome", from Milwaukee, Wisconsin as Gagz runs his first 72-hour race at 6 Days in the Dome. Listeners will hear from his crew,  Alden Roth  and  John Castellaneta , who will provide updates and color commentary over the next few days while Gagz is running. The race is halfway over, but Gagz isn't ready...

This week, "Running Times with Gagz" will be remotely releasing a mini-series, "Showdown in the Dome", from Milwaukee, Wisconsin as Gagz runs his first 72-hour race at 6 Days in the Dome. Listeners will hear from his crew, Alden Roth  and  John Castellaneta , who will provide updates and color commentary over the next few days while Gagz is running. After a great first 50 miles, the wheels start t...

This week, "Running Times with Gagz" will be remotely releasing a mini-series, "Showdown in the Dome", from Milwaukee, Wisconsin as Gagz runs his first 72-hour race at 6 Days in the Dome. In the second installment, Gagz begins his 72-hour race. With hiccups in the first few hours, he was able to settle into a groove and knock down some miles. After the first 12 hours of the race, Gagz is currently...

This week, "Running Times with Gagz" will be remotely releasing a mini-series, "Showdown in the Dome", from Milwaukee, Wisconsin as Gagz runs his first 72-hour race at 6 Days in the Dome. In this first episode, recorded just 14 hours before Gagz will toe the starting line, listeners can get a preview of the race format and Gagz's plans, mindset, and goals.  Listeners will also hear from his crew,...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz welcomes into studio Rachel Bambrick, a local ultrarunner, community member, and co-founder of Why We Run Crew.    Rachel recently completed the Cocadona 250 - an extraordinary, life changing 250 mile race that meanders up down and all around the scenic deserts and mountains of Arizona.    Take delight as Rachel waxes poetic about the duality of glitter and g...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz welcomes Valentina Viana and Aaron Nixon into the studio for a spirited discussion centered around the word " Equilibrium ," or the idea of using movement to stay balanced.    Equilibrium is also the title of a new mural prominently featuring Valentina & Aaron - two cherished members of Philly's vibrant running community.      Valentina emigrated from Valenci...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz is joined in studio by friend and listener favorite, Eddie Gieda , along with ultrarunner and bearded wiseman, Michael Koehler .    The trio dissect the cosmic forces that brought them together and ultimately led them to partake in the Howl Ultrarun, a 93-mile spiritual odyssey through NJ & NYC that celebrated the life and legacy of American poet and counterc...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz welcomes into the studio local Endurance Athlete and Ultrarunner, Nate Dirvin. For 2 years in a row Nate has completed the Triple Crown of 200s - plus Badwater 135 both years, Cocadona 250, Drift 100, and a slew of other graduate level 100 milers!  Nate is a devoted father, member of the Coast Guard Reserves, 20+ year Ocean Lifeguard and Guidance Counselor wh...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz welcomes local powerhouse couple, Kellen and Cass Matthews, into the studio for a heartfelt discussion about the pitfalls of addiction and the slippery slope of recovery.   Kellen is a standout hybrid athlete on the precipice of solidifying his reputation in the Philly area and beyond. He is joined in studio by his wife, Cass - better known as Cass and the Ci...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz is joined in studio by the 2022 King of The PA Triple Crown of Mountain Running, Dr. Kevin Scott. A robust conversation ensues as the duo discuss Kevin's guiding mantra - Passion Over Performance - and how that mindset helped him become the newest member of the exclusive PA Blacklist Club.    Kevin is a standout local runner who dutifully balances his roles a...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz welcomes his new mate, Tom Batrouney, into the studio for a laid-back conversation about his unique interpretation of environmentalism and life in the land Down Under as an Eco Runner.    Tom resides in Sydney, Australia, but his work with the Seabin Project - a groundbreaking global initiative aimed at cleaning our oceans one marina at a time - brought him t...

On this special episode of Running Times, Gagz is joined in studio by well-known Philly artist, Rita Carroll, and CCO of Legacy of Hope, Gina Mancuso. Together, the trio unveil a unique fundraising effort that took root with Gagz and his summer spent on the iconic Ben Franklin Bridge.  This fundraiser will directly benefit local families in need and support the RTWG Podcast; and this conversation...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz welcomes friend and local Ultrarunner, Michelle Goldberg, into the studio for a lively exchange centered around her breakout 2022 season and long-term trajectory in the sport.  Michelle's abounding gratitude and positivity, butrressed by intellect and determination, have allowed her to carve a home for herself in the Ultra community.    Michelle has the resum...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz is joined in studio by accomplished Trail and Ultrarunner, Sophorn Choup. Sophorn has quietly amassed a stout resume tackling some of Ultrarunning's most prestigious and grueling races, including Western States and HURT 100. Sophorn was born in Cambodia but fled the country with her family in the late 70s. By the mid 80s all had settled in Central, PA - but t...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz welcomes Craig Oppenheimer, founder of Mural Miles, and acclaimed Philadelphia muralist, Eric Okdeh, into the studio.    Mural Miles is a social and educational club that runs miles to murals in Philadelphia - a city with over 4,000 murals and more public art than any other in the world. Craig's group learns about art while on the move and builds community th...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz welcomes fellow HOKA Flyer, Cain Leathers, into the studio to discuss his recent run across the entire state of Pennsylvania to fundraise for The Trevor Project, a nonprofit organization focused on suicide prevention efforts among LGBTQ youth.  Cain is also the Founder and Executive Director of Queer Run, a running group for LGBTQ2IA+ and Allies, which meets...

On this special episode of Running Times, Gagz welcomes Dave & Josh Goldstein to the studio to help celebrate Father's Day.  Dave has appeared in 8 Wing Bowl competitions and was once ranked #19 in the world on the competitive eating circuit. But over the last decade, he and his son Josh, better known as Team Josh, have become a fixture on the local race scene competing in numerous road races, mar...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz connects with Philippa Godoy & Adalgisa Rivera, two friends of his from Harlem Run in NYC. Founded in November 2013, Harlem Run is a trend-setting collective of runners who have made it their mission to transform the lives of urban communities through passion, service, and curated running experiences. Both of these dynamic, powerful women serve on the organiz...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz connects with James Weaver, an accomplished trail and ultrarunner from Central Pennsylvania.  James opens up to discuss the harrowing accident that landed him on death's doorstep, and how he traded the Grim Reaper his right arm in exchange for his life.  While James may be quiet, reserved, and humble by nature, his indefatigable spirit, gallows humor, and com...

On this bonus episode of Running Times, Gagz welcomes back the inimitable Eddie Gieda to catch up and test drive the new studio while the mics are rolling.   Eddie goes on to unravel the greatest accomplishment of his life, shares his behind-the-scenes experience while filming on set with Diadora in Italy, and helps Gagz update the listeners on recent developments to the show, upcoming events, and...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz connects with professional ultrarunner, coach, and close friend, Adam Kimble. Adam is best known for his FKT of the 172-mile Tahoe Rim Trail, but he's also a motivational speaker who completed a 60-day Trans-Am run and holds the self-supported FKT for running across Great Britain; he's a survivalist and two-time TV game show winner; and most recently he's co-...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz was fortunate chat with Leroy Miles, a leader of Black Men Run Philadelphia, youth mentor with Students Run Philly Style, certified physical trainer, IT professional, and natural born leader.    In this conversation, Leroy explains the importance for movements such as Black Men Run, the dire need for a grassroots iniatitve such as the Hood2Hood Run Series, an...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz welcomes Steve Szakal into the studio for a compelling conversation that focuses on the power of redemption.    We've all heard the expression 'to make an example' of someone, but what happens if the punishment doesn't fit the crime and you are The Example?   How do you put your life back together after years of living in a cage with murderers, wondering if e...

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz connects with Brian Wilford, Head Medic for Destination Trails and the Triple Crown of 200s: Bigfoot, Tahoe, and Moab. He was the medic for 2021 Ouray 100 and also served as medical consultant for the Cocodona 250. Brian spent 30 years working for the Green Valley Fire Department before retiring in 2017 as Battalion Chief. Brian has saved countless lives over...