Jonathan Levitt
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running
Exploring the why behind what keeps runners running long, strong, and motivated. Running is a sport that has the power to unite us all and we are here to share conversations about how running has shaped the lives of people within our community, as well as how running has created community in itself. From pro runners and Olympians to ultramarathoners running their first big race to business owners who use running to improve their entrepreneurial journey, we believe in creating community and expanding the running world for all. Hosted by running enthusiast, Jonathan Levitt.
Be sure to visit the podcast's website and support the creator: www.forthelong.run
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Jonathan Levitt
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Oct 9, 2026
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Episodes
77. Rochelle Basil: The silos will be chockablock! 29.05.2020 57:51
This episode is with Rochelle Basil, a runner, coach and wife living in Boulder, Colorado, though she’s originally from New Zealand! In this episode we talked about: -pivots in life -starting running again after a post collegiate break -goal of breakin...
76. Scott Fauble: Remember to have FUN 22.05.2020 58:12
This episode is with Scott Fauble, a professional runner in Flagstaff Arizona who trains with Hoka One One Northern Arizona Elite. In this episode, we talked about: -how he and the team is handling training in 2020 -virtual racing/time trialing -a sens...
75. Becki Spellman: "We get to do this" 19.05.2020 49:12
This episode is with Becki Spellman, an elite runner, mom, wife and coach. In this episode we talked about: -running with gratitude -competing in four Olympic Marathon Trials -what Atlanta 2020 was like -resiliency over the years -experiences learned a...
74. Vanessa Fraser: Trust The Process 15.05.2020 49:58
This episode is with Vanessa Fraser, a professional runner for Bowerman Track Club in Portland, Oregon. In this episode, we talked about: -trusting the process -training with Shalane and the Bowerman Track Club -breaking 15 minutes n the 5k -achieving ...
73. Hillary Allen: Science, exploring the world and bugs 🐛 08.05.2020 51:00
This episode is with Hillary Allen, a self described super curious science nerd constantly looking for bugs and asking the question Why? She’s also a professional trail and ultra runner for The North Face, a coach and podcaster herself. In this episode...
72. Lindsay Crouse: Running and Writing with Bravery 05.05.2020 53:14
This episode is with Lindsay Crouse. Lindsay is a senior editor and reporter at the New York Times, and also a marathon runner. In this episode we talked about: -some of the big stories she’s shared over the years -Alysia Montaño and Allyson Felix’s st...
71. Rebecca Mehra: Kindness For The Win 01.05.2020 42:05
This episode is with Rebecca Mehra. Rebecca is a professional track and field athlete on Little Wing Athletics, public policy nerd who works for the mayor of Bend, Oregon. In this episode we talked about: -women supporting women -being supported by Ois...
70. Latoya Shauntay Snell: Consistently reevaluating Why 28.04.2020 46:53
This episode is with Latoya Shauntay Snell, a runner, mom, wife, chef, writer and all around athlete living in Brooklyn, New York. In this episode, we talked about: -consistency vs being motivated -re-evaluating failure as a way to be successful -going...
69. David Roche: YOU ARE SO LOVED 24.04.2020 1:02:16
This episode is with David Roche! David's my coach, and the first guest to come on the podcast for a third time! In this episode we talked about: -current state of affairs, mentally and globally -my injury recovery -his approach to coaching at this tim...
68. Kaci Lickteig: Exploring the Unknown 20.04.2020 33:52
This episode’s guest is Kaci Lickteig! Kaci is a professional trail runner and physical therapist who lives in Nebraska. In this episode, we talked about: -Evolution of distance running -Her love of the community -Finding out what she’s made of in ultr...
67. Teal Burrell: From 4:07 to 2:39... and beyond! 17.04.2020 39:05
This episode is with Teal Burrell, a mom, science writer with a PhD in neuroscience, and marathoner who has gone from 4:07 to 2:39. In this episode, we talked about: -big scary goals -hitting goals, and then dreaming bigger -the process of getting bett...
66. Sabrina Little: Exploring the Why... with a PhD Philosopher 14.04.2020 44:51
This episode is with Sabrina Little! Sabrina is a wife, a soon to be mother, philosopher, and a professional runner. In this episode, we dug into the exploration of Why. Not just Sabrina’s Why, but the process in general. We also talked about: -doing t...
65. Danielle Snyder: Being Brave is Being Authentic 10.04.2020 1:09:21
This episode's guest is Danielle Snyder. Danielle is a licensed clinical social worker, wellness coach, running coach, an ultra runner, living in Portland, Oregon. In this episode, we talked about: -how Danielle knew (or didn't know!) she wanted to go ...
64. Ben Bruce: Running with the Bruces 07.04.2020 34:06
This episode's guest is Ben Bruce. Ben is a coach, professional runner, father, husband, and much more. We recorded this episode back in Flagstaff in October, so it's free of any coronavirus talk! In this episode, we did talk about: -balance -HOKA NAZ ...
63. Ladia Albertson-Junkans: Running on Hope 02.04.2020 52:57
This episode's guest is Ladia Albertson-Junkans. Ladia works in health research, and is known for her incredible energy and positivity on the roads and trails. This episode started off stronger than most, and we dove right into it. Ladia is a good frie...
62. Nick Klastava: Finding the joy again 30.03.2020 33:13
This episode's guest is Nick Klastava! Nick is a dad, husband, coach, and runner who lives in Baltimore, MD. In this episode, we talked about: -running as a social activity -taking a long break from running and getting back as an adult -getting back to...
61. Jacob Puzey: Running, coaching, and home-schooling 27.03.2020 51:15
This week's guest is Jacob Puzey. Jacob is an elite trail and ultra runner who lives in Alberta, Canada. Jacob is a coach, a dad to six, race director, and more. In this week's episode we talked about: -the many hats he wears -living and running in Alb...
60. Aliphine Tuliamuk: Running on Gratitude 24.03.2020 45:48
This week's guest is Aliphine Tuliamuk. Aliphine is a professional runner on HOKA ONE ONE's Northern Arizona Elite, based in Flagstaff, Arizona. In this episode (which was recorded before the announcement was made about postponing the Olympics), we tal...
Shalane Flanagan: Run Fast, Eat Slow 20.03.2020 53:49
This week's guest is Shalane Flanagan. Shalane is an Olympic Medalist and American Record holder, who is now a coach for the Bowerman Track Club in Portland, Oregon. In this episode, we talked about: -graduating from a pro runner to a pro coach -runnin...
58. Jen A Miller: "Running: A Love Story" 16.03.2020 50:41
This week's episode is with Jen A Miller. Jen is a runner and freelance writer who lives in New Jersey. Please note: The first few minutes of audio aren't great, but it gets better after that! In this episode, we talked about: -getting started as a wri...
57. Camelia Mayfield: Running Happy on the Roads, Trails and Trials 13.03.2020 34:35
This week's episode is with Camelia Mayfield. Camelia is a trail and ultra runner who lives in Bend, Oregon. In this episode, which we recorded the day before the Olympic Marathon Trials, we talked about: -going from the trails to the road -how she got...
56. YiOu Wang: From the Trails to the Trials 06.03.2020 49:33
This week's episode is with YiOu Wang. YiOu is a trail and ultra runner who lives and trains in Northern California. In this episode ahead of the Olympic Trials, we discussed: -qualifying for the Trials due to a last minute race change -training for th...
55. Erin Strout: Writing, Running, and the Olympic Marathon Trials 27.02.2020 57:51
This week's special episode is with Erin Strout! Erin is a writer for Women's Running, and lives in Flagstaff, Arizona. In this episode, we talked about: -behind the scenes of being a journalist -how Erin got into the profession -which of her stories a...
54. Kaitlin Gregg Goodman: Training Joyfully 😊 21.02.2020 56:52
This week's guest is Kaitlin Gregg Goodman. Kaitlin is a professional runner who lives in Providence, RI and trains with the BAA High Performance team. In this episode, we talked about: -Training Joyfully, and what that means to her -her development as...
53. Allie and Michaela Hackett: Twins on the Run 14.02.2020 42:25
This week's podcast is with Allie and Michaela Hackett, a pair of twins living in Boston and running for the Boston Athletic Association. In this episode, we talked about: -running in the Olympic Trials -what to expect -living together and the vibe whe...
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