Off The Rails With Eric And Aisha

Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer are back together after Tallahassee and why this was the quickest post-event turnaround in Off The Rails history. Warning: There's somehow a lot of murder talk in this one so if you're someone inclined to DM us about your disapproval of a subject, maybe skip this episode. In this week's episode: – Why the World Cross Country Championships in Tallahas...

Off The Rails is officially back for 2026, and Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer waste absolutely no time getting comfortable. The episode opens with New Year’s resolutions (or the lack thereof), including Eric’s sudden commitment to mindfulness and Aisha’s accidental discovery that Diet Pepsi might be the key to peak hydration. Also discussed in this episode: – The rise of hydration culture: Di...

It’s the final episode of Off The Rails for 2025. In this episode: – The joy of being home, sleeping in your own bed, and why buying a mattress for your in-laws might be elite holiday behavior – Casper vs. Costco mattresses and Aisha accidentally starting a comfortable sleep revolution – Anti-nap club vs. people with the terrifying ability to nap anywhere, anytime – Snoring horror stories from tra...

It’s another holiday-adjacent, slightly sleep-deprived episode of Off The Rails as Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer check in from opposite ends of the country. Eric is fresh off Donovan Brazier’s wedding, while Aisha is deep in Midwest holiday chaos. We're always "one coffee away from a menti-b." In this episode: – The fallout from the Grand Slam Track bankruptcy – The rise of the...

Between birthday chaos, breaking running news, and a few pop culture detours, Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught Leer cover a lot of ground in this week’s episode. Topics discussed in this week’s episode include: – Being together in Portland around Nike Cross Nationals and what it’s like when the pod records in-person – Aisha’s birthday chaos, including a surprise party bus, brake fluid concerns, and...

It's a rare occasion where Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer are together in-person to record the podcast. This time, they're in Portland as the CITIUS MAG team partners with NIKE around Nike Cross Nationals. Topics discussed in this week's episode include: – Our experience together in Portland at Nike Cross Country Nationals – Did we tank in our first time on stage? – Ideas that we...

With another down week of news, we decided to crown the best track and field moments of 2025, according to Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer. This week's topics include: – Thanksgiving reflections, travel mishaps, and the annual debate over Turkey Trots – Eric’s family 5K pacing controversy – The deep anthropology of leftovers, Erewhon and the “rich people grocery store” experience – Homeles...

It’s a six-month anniversary episode (!) and also a chaos-filled, cross-country-heavy, holiday-adjacent, pop-culture-spiraling installment of Off The Rails with Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer. NCAA XC wrapped 15 minutes before recording and the takes are HOT. This week's topics include: – Celebrating six months of Off The Rails (they said it couldn’t be done!) – Early Christmas vibes + De...

It's been a quiet-ish week in the track and field world but that won't stop Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer from finding enough to yap about. This week's topics include: – Aisha recaps the 2025 Team Boss Mile and the massive success – Boulder has the nepo babies of running – We'll be at Nike Cross Country Nationals – Elise Cranny to M11 Track Club – Marvin Bracy-Williams has be...

Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer are back after a week off, where it was much needed to recover from New York City Marathon week. Among the topics discussed in this week's episode: – We kick things off with some technical difficulties – Post-New York City trip reflections – New Balance folks party HARD  – An update on the Jamaican marathon record attempt – Influencers and the NYC Marathon –...

So much happened that Aisha Praught-Leer put together a What The Hell list from the past week. Among the topics discussed in this week's episode: – Ruth Chepngetich gets BANNED for three years and there's some sketchy texts – The implications of doping in track and field – Iowa State's men's cross country team has some controversy swirling – There's multiple NBA scandals being...

Eric Jenkins made it back from Canada early enough to ensure that there was an Off The Rails episode for the fans. Topics discussed in this week's episode include: – Eric’s adventures in Toronto, including meeting a RailRider mid-race – Traveling and upcoming events – The public’s reaction to Aisha’s marathon goal from the last episode – Halloween plans and costumes – New York Marathon excitem...

Aisha Praught-Leer and Eric Jenkins reconnect after the Chicago Marathon and share Eric's highlights from the weekend and his first trip to the Windy City. They discuss the emotional journey of marathon runners, the excitement of major marathons, and the impact of recent doping scandals on the sport. Discussed in this episode: – The Chicago Marathon experience – Live shows can be nerve-wrackin...

Rise and shine! Eric and Aisha connect early to record an all-new episode because they're dedicated and won't miss a week in your podcast feeds. Topics in this episode include: – Aisha had a wild weekend celebrating a friend's daughter's one-year birthday. – Bear encounters can be both scary and humorous. – Hydration is crucial after a night of partying. – Music news includes Bad B...

Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer reunite after the 2025 World Championships and the emotional comedown from an amazing nine days of track. Here’s what was discussed in today’s episode: - Catching up - Artistic endeavors can be a form of self-exploration. - Retirement opens up new opportunities for athletes. - Trying new things can slow down the passage of time. - Outdoor activities can enhance...

Good Morning Track and Field is back! Eric and Mitch join the show as the final day of the World Championships kicks off. Tune in each morning of the championship for predictions, reactions, and some of the buzz in Tokyo. __________ 📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080‬ to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not. Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts o...

Good Morning Track and Field is back! Eric and Aisha join the show as day 8 kicks off. Tune in each morning of the championship for predictions, reactions, and some of the buzz in Tokyo. __________ 📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080‬ to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not. Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow the show on Spotify to sta...

Good Morning Track and Field is back! Eric, Aisha, and Mitch join the show as day 6 kicks off. Tune in each morning of the championship for predictions, reactions, and some of the buzz in Tokyo. __________ 📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080‬ to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not. Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow the show on Spotif...

Good Morning Track and Field is back! Eric, Aisha, and Chris join the show as day 5 kicks off. Tune in each morning of the championship for predictions, reactions, and some of the buzz in Tokyo. __________ 📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080‬ to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not. Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow the show on Spotif...

Good Morning Track and Field is back! Eric, Chris, and Mitch join the show as day 4 kicks off. Tune in each morning of the championship for predictions, reactions, and some of the buzz in Tokyo. __________ 📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080‬ to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not. Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow the show on Spotif...

Good Morning Track and Field is back! Eric and Chris join the show as day 3 kicks off. Tune in each morning of the championship for predictions, reactions, and some of the buzz in Tokyo. __________ 📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080‬ to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not. Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow the show on Spotify to sta...

Good Morning Track and Field is back! Eric and Aisha give some of their takes on the World Championships as day 2 kicks off. Tune in each morning of the championship for predictions, reactions, and some of the buzz in Tokyo. __________ 📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080‬ to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not. Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcast...

Good Morning Track and Field is back! Eric and Aisha give some of their takes heading into the World Championships as day 1 kicks off. Tune in each morning of the championship for predictions, reactions, and some of the buzz in Tokyo. __________ 📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080‬ to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not. Be sure to subscribe on App...

It was a slower news week in the track and field world but that doesn’t stop Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer from yappin’. In this episode, Eric and Aisha discuss: – Eric’s anxiety about his upcoming trip to Tokyo and his fear of getting lost – Aisha is taking advantage of her husband Will being out of town – Pop culture news: Cardi B was on trial + Justin Bieber drops another album – What’s E...

Happy Labor Day! We didn't take the day off and hopped on the mics for a fresh episode recapping all of the best action from the Diamond League final in Zurich. In this episode, Eric and Aisha discuss: – Aisha's parking garage drama and her husband's unexpected heroics – Is baseball actually a sport? How athletic apparel can influence Aisha's perceptions of athleticism – Eric expla...