For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running

Justin is a physician, trail runner, partner to Amanda Basham, and father of two. Justin also was Gabe Grunewald’s partner up until she passed away from cancer in 2019. In this episode we talk about: -trying different race distances -balancing running ...

Bertrand describes himself as the happiest version of himself at this moment in time. He is a former hotel executive who got into running later in life. Coach B is a father, brother, son, eldest of 6, full-time run coach and 64x marathoner! In this epi...

This episode of the podcast is a recording from a live panel discussion at the Brooks Hyperion House during the 2022 Boston Marathon weekend. This discussion is moderated by me, Jonathan Levitt, and the panelists are: Dana Bogan, Sidney Baptista, Emily...

Bret is the founder and CEO of Freedom Solar Power passionate about being a guy of service to his family and communities in recovery and sport. In this episode we talk about: -the intersection of athletics and business -exercise as medicine and a menta...

Sara Vaughn is a mom of four, wife, realtor and runner. In this episode we talk about: -balancing many different hats -being more than just a runner -bringing the family along through different seasons of life -fostering a love of sport in children -th...

Andrew Simmons is a runner and run coach who finds joy on the run himself alongside his own athletes. In this episode we talk about: -Endeavorun and the running community -from wrestling to triathlon and running -imposter syndrome at all levels of succ...

Tyler is an endurance athlete, runner and mountain climber, who has been pushing his limits since he was a teenager, and is now living at altitude in Ecuador. In this episode we talk about: -motivation -transitioning from the roads to longer trail runs...

Katie is a writer, runner, mother, human, aspiring zen student, mountain lover, wanderer and seeker, in an order that changes with the day. In this episode we talk about: -using writing and storytelling to work through problems and difficult emotions -...

Emily Abbate is a wellness coach, podcaster and freelance journalist living in New York on a mission to help others live happier and healthier lives for themselves. In this episode we talk about: -being curious and asking questions -her passion for wri...

Will Bodewes is a generalist with a wealth of experience despite being only 24. Will was a Division 1 cross country skier before starting his own business, and he continues to explore his limits in endurance sports. In this episode we talk about: -the ...

Holly Proulx is a super curious, adventurous learner who is between being a student and full-time worker. She highly driven, motivated and enjoys running. In this episode we talk about: -the intersection between the environment and athletics -being a n...

Roberta Groner is a mother, nurse, and runner who loves to challenge herself in all aspects of life. In this episode we talk about: -getting into running for the challenges and friendships -shifting from high school miler to masters marathoner -redisco...

Henry Howard is a father, husband, runner, professional editor and writer, and running coach. In this episode we talk about: -getting into running in his 40s -from struggling to run 1 mile to finishing 26.2 -chasing adventures and challenges as we age ...

Back by popular demand, we celebrate Episode 200 with multiple time repeat guest, David Roche! David is a running coach, life-confidant, mentor and general tailwind for a bunch of people. In this episode we talk about: -being a tailwind -the why behind...

Kelly Roberts, she/ her, is a 32 year old entrepreneur, YouTuber, podcaster, running coach and jokester. She is on a mission to help others ditch diet culture and finding community and fun. In this episode we talk about: -building community -running th...

Courtney Frerichs is a perfectionist by nature, a professional runner for Nike Bowerman Track Club and Olympic silver medallist in the steeplechase. In this episode we talk about: -running for something bigger than yourself -being part of a team -keepi...

Dean Karnazes is a lifelong runner, author and explorer of all 7 continents. In this episode we talk about: -running through all different life stages -running being fate -magic in misery and struggle -finding ultra running in the 1990s -a 30 year evol...

Jimmy Picard is a husband and new father, PT, coach and runner. In this episode we talk about: -committing to running in high school -the D1 collegiate running experience -running hard every day vs taking easy days easy -training errors and common runn...

Eric is a former architect and current triathlete, in recovery from a traumatic brain injury. In this episode we talk about: -falling in love with triathlon -his career ending cycling accident -mental and physical trauma recovery -coping mechanisms -li...

Stevie Smith is a proud dog mom to Chance, small business owner of Stevie Lyn Nutrition, registered sports dietitian, multi sport athlete and autoimmune warrior. In this episode we talk about: -Stevie’s background in team sports -catching the running b...

Nick Willis is a 38-year old kid at heart, from a small town in New Zealand. A lifelong athlete, physical activity is a feature now in his roles as a father, husband and employee. In this episode we talk about: -the social side of running -growing up i...

Jake Tuber returns for round two! Jake is a dad, husband, guy in his mid-30s, doctoral candidate and professor, founder of Endeavorun, injured runner and self-described overly sarcastic/ serious goofball. In this episode we talk about: -Endeavorun, a t...

Matt is a running podcaster, running coach, lover of sports, father, husband, and proud masters runner. In this episode we talk about: -starting a podcast -evolving the interview process -staying true to a mission and to Matt’s core audience of amateur...

Jess Broderick is a runner, family girl, very passionate friend and a coach. Without any of those labels, Jess defines herself as “joy”. In this episode we talk about: -choosing joyful places and settling in Boulder -Jess’s professional triathlete care...

Sara Manderscheid is a sister, daughter, dog mom, an adventurer and lover of life who also runs and coaches runners. In this episode we talk about: -discovering running as an adult -staying true and betting on yourself -challenging fears and opening yo...