Obstacle Racing Media Podcast

Many times I am sitting around before or after a race with some OCR people, and wish we recorded the conversation. Yesterday was one of those times. Luckily for you, I had the tape rolling. Beni Gifford appears as a special guest, as does Keith Allen who called in. Dig on in, as Hunter McIntyre and I talk about His professional wrestling tryout with WWE. Why he isn't racing much Spartan this year....

On today's show we talk to Craig Jackson who has created the first ever OCR Scholarships at Umpqua Community College located in Oregon. We also speak with Shanna and Kevin from Clean Sport Collective. You will learn all about their mission of "Honesty, integrity, and transparency in sport." Todays Podcast is sponsored by: Udder Mud Run – Use code ORM for $10 off this race that takes place August 5...

We bring back Nolan and Chris from TMHQ along with special guest Eric Emerson Botsford aka E-Rock to discuss TMX. They talk about who's been invited/accepted, how ERock has been essential in designing the course, and the new prize dough. Next up is Shaun Stephens-Whale. He went from crushing stairs in something called Tower Running to podium at his first ever Toughest event. Todays Podcast is spon...

Today's episode features an episode with the winner of the most recent Spartan US Championship race, Nicole Mericle. She surprised almost everyone with her 8 second come from behind victory at the Monterey Spartan Super. We catch up about that event and much more. We also bring back Mo from Sweatworks. He introduces something that will revolutionize photos for races, sponsors, and athletes; facial...

Ryan Stratis sits down to talk about being on all seasons of American Ninja Warrior and Team Ninja Warrior. We also talk about obstacle races, training, and his favorite karaoke tracks. We also talk about obstacle races, training, and his favorite karaoke tracks. Todays Podcast is sponsored by: Human Octane – Demolish barriers with f#cking awesome OCR apparel. Rugged Maniac – $5 off when you use t...

On today's show we talk with Spartan Race Pro Team member, Alyssa Hawley. At the time we chatted, she had just won the first race in the U.S. Championship Series in Seattle. She has since finished 3rd at the Monterey Super, which keeps her tied for the lead in the Series. Enjoy this talk, where we learn a little more about her. This episode also features the world premiere of "World's Toughest #1"...

An interview with Nolan Kombol and Chris Maltbie from Tough Mudder Headquarters all about the new Tough Mudder X. Todays Podcast is sponsored by: Savage Race : New obstacles, new locations, new syndicate medal. Check them out at Savage Race.com Obstacle Guard – Code ORM gets you 10% off all orders in the U.S. Show Notes: Our recent article with the brand new news about Tough Mudder X

Episode 240 - About 4 years and 200 episodes ago, I talked to Amelia Boone about the shocking (at the time) revelations that the Tough Mudder team had just announced about that year's upcoming WTM. Since Amelia and I had already spoken earlier this week, I thought it would be fun to replay this old interview as well. When I dug into that old episode, I found a gem with my daughter Emma, old ads, a...

Today's show features two interviews that took place in Shanghai last week. One is with International Contest winner Patrick Buice, and one with Spartan Race CEO, Joe De Sena. Enjoy. Todays Podcast is sponsored by: LegendBorne - LegendBorne Sportswear is a veteran owned company that produces elite custom products. Carry your legacy. Suit Up! Health IQ – If you do at least 2 OCR's this year, you ca...

Back in April, the 2nd Season of Spartan Ultimate Team Challenge was taped near downtown Atlanta, Georgia. We got a bunch of great interviews before competition began, so you can listen in without any spoiling of the on-the-course action. Listen in as we talk to: Chris Lewis Apolo Ohno Nick Swisher Kelvin Washington MJ Acosta Meagan Martin Ben Greenfield Maggi Thorne Kevin The Bull Todays Podcast...

David Magida comes back on the show to discuss the groundbreaking Spartan Live coverage that took place a couple of weeks ago. We talk about what worked, what didn't, and what to look for from Spartan for future live coverage. Todays Podcast is sponsored by: BattleGrounds - May 20th and Sept 23, 2017. Use code ORM10 for $10 off registration. Orange Mud – Check out their "no bounce, ultra light hyd...

These interviews begin shortly before 8:00am Sunday as athletes finished last weekend's Toughest Mudder South. Trevor Cichosz Luke Skyrunner Bosek Ryan Woods Melissa Dugan and Leah Hensley Lindsay Webster Jason Rulo Jeff Marier Ch1k0r1ta Ryan Atkins Todays Podcast is sponsored by: Wetsuit Wearhouse – Save 15% using coupon code ORM on all purchases. Obstacle Guard – Code ORM gets you 10% off all or...

Tough Mudder Atlanta 2017 - Part I We first talk to the men's and women's Tougher top finishers. Lance Johnson aka Goldfish Athlete, Charles Harper, and Harley The Cowboy Stripper. Kristen Reed, Tanielle Luepkes, Sue Harvey Brown, and Deanna Brasz (who started the 8:00am wave, caught the top women and later got 25 miles at Toughest) In the afternoon we talked to Stephanie Bishop and Noah Galloway....

Today's interview is a sit down with Dave DeBoer, Race Director for Atlanta Trail Ragnar Relay. Even though both host and subject were functioning on little sleep, a great chat was had nonetheless. Todays Podcast is sponsored by: Obstacle Guard – Code ORM gets you 10% off all orders in the U.S. Show Notes: Ragnar Website

Today's show has several live interviews including: Podium finishers Ryan Kent, Alexandra Walker, Matt Kempson, Jamie Styles and more. Start Line Extraordinaire Matty T. Matty T turning the tables on Matt B. A car ride home to remember. Todays Podcast is sponsored by: Health IQ – If you do at least 2 OCR's this year, you can save money on life insurance. Human Octane – Demolish barriers with f#cki...

Spartan Pro Team member, Glenn Racz talks about his Toughest Mudder LA 3rd place finish. We also discuss what happened during the podium ceremony that got everyone talking, and some other stuff. Todays Podcast is sponsored by: Rugged Maniac – $5 off when you use the code PODCAST for any 2017 event. Orange Mud – Check out their "no bounce, ultra light hydration packs".

This episode has interviews recorded live from the BoneFrog Challenge which took place recently at The Talladega SuperSpeedway. We talk to many podium athletes from that day, as well as owner - operator Brian Carney, and Coach Pain. There are several Ricky Bobby references along the way for good measure. A bonus "ride home" interview is included that we hope you enjoy. Todays Podcast is sponsored...

Episode 230 - Chad Trammell talks with us about what he's been up to since last year's World's Toughest Mudder, leading for 95% of the recent LA Toughest, plans for the rest of 2017 and more. Todays Podcast is sponsored by: Savage Race : New obstacles, new locations, new syndicate medal. Check them out at Savage Race.com . BUFF® is offering 15% off your next purchase at buffusa.com . Just use the...

Last weekend, Ryan Atkins came from behind to win the first ever "Toughest Mudder". On today's show, Ryan talks to Matt about how he did it, and covers some other random stuff you may find interesting. Todays Podcast is sponsored by: Orange Mud - Check out their "no bounce, ultra light hydration packs". Health IQ - If you do at least 2 OCR's this year, you can save money on life insurance. Show No...

On today's show Matt B. Davis and Josh Cox get real, discussing mental health issues. After covering that for a good while, the show takes a sharp right turn and gets a bit ridiculous. Todays Podcast is sponsored by: Rugged Maniac - Use code ORM10 to get 10% off any 2017 location. Show Notes: Betterhelp.com InsightTimer - Thousands of free meditations. Calm and Headspace - Two more meditation apps...

On today's show we speak with Norm Koch. Norm recently left Spartan Race after 6 years. We talk to him about: His career prior to OCR His early days an obstacle racer and Death Racer Why he left Spartan Race His thoughts on the industry as a whole Much more. Todays Podcast is sponsored by: BattleGrounds - May 20th and Sept 23, 2017. Use code ORM10 for $10 off registration. Show Notes: Bermuda Trip...

On today's show we talk with Tim Sinnett. You may know Tim as The Race Sherpa and/or as husband of OCR athlete Rose Wetzel. He recently became a member of the media committee for USAOCR. On this episode, we attempt to answer (among other things) what USAOCR is, what this first event in Miami is all about, how OCR may get into the olympics, and how you can get involved. Todays Podcast is sponsored...

Episode 225 - We welcome Nolan Kombol, Senior Director of Product from TMHQ back to the show. We clear up a lot of confusion on the new Tough Mudder 5k and the Tough Mudder Competitive Series. Bonus Preview Track : First verse of Keith Allen's latest jam. Todays Podcast is sponsored by: Human Octane - Demolish barriers with f#cking awesome OCR apparel. Udder Mud Run – Use code ORM for $10 off this...

Back in early 2012, Jeff Neal has a genius idea to put on an obstacle race and make millions, or at least thousands. Tough Mudder, Spartan, and Warrior Dash were printing money as far as he could tell, so how hard could it be? We dive into all that went wrong, and some that went right in this history lesson in OCR. Todays Podcast is sponsored by: Savage Race : New obstacles, new locations, new syn...

On today's show we talk to Adrian Bijanada about his new baby the U.S. OCR Championships. Adrian and his company have been producing the USOCR World Championships since 2014. This is the first "secondary" event he and his team have created. We also get to hear about Matt's recent incarceration. Todays Podcast is sponsored by: Udder Mud Run – Use code ORM for $10 off this race that takes place Augu...