On The Runs

We are Wicked Excited to welcome Wyatt Moss (00:10:11) to the Pod Fam on this episode. In this conversation, Erika, Knute, and Wyatt Moss discuss their recent race experiences and Wyatt's goal of running a marathon in every state. They talk about the challenges and logistics of running multiple marathons in a short period of time, as well as the unique experiences and adventures that come with it....

We are wicked excited to welcome Andrew Glaze (00:12:06) to the Pod Fam on todays episode. Andy as we'll call him, an ultra runner, shares his running journey and the inspiration behind his running streak of over 4 years. He talks about how he initially disliked running but started incorporating it into his life for better health and to combat anxiety and depression. Andy discusses his experience...

It's Anchor Down Week baby and we have the man with the vision, Anchor Down Ultra Race director, Jay Paganelli! Jay shares his journey into race directing and the birth of Anchor Down. The race started in 2015 and was designed to be a challenging and authentic ultra race. Jay wanted to create an event that turned off most runners and tested their limits. The race takes place in Colt State Park, Rh...

The Pod is back! After a month long Birthday break Eric and Erika are back and had a lot of fun catching up.  Our amazing guest today is Brady McDonald (00:15:00) a Canadian entrepreneur and real estate developer, shares his journey of personal growth and success. He has achieved remarkable feats, including raising $100,000 for charity, completing a 100-mile race, and finishing one of the world's...

Jennifer Ouellette, (14:00) a local mathlete and athlete, shares her journey of running the Boston Marathon and the London Marathon less than a week apart. She grew up playing field hockey and lacrosse and started running 5Ks sponsored by Planet Fitness. After realizing she could qualify for the Boston Marathon, she trained and ran the Cheap Marathon, where she qualified. Jennifer's love for runni...

In this episode of the On the Runs podcast, Knute, Erika, and guest Mikala discuss Mikala's experience running the Western States Endurance Run. They talk about the lottery system for entry, Mikala's training and preparation, and the logistics of the race. Mikala shares her strategy for drop bags and the items she included in them. They also discuss the supportive and inclusive atmosphere of the r...

Hope everyone is having a great summer. On This Weeks OTR Classic we've going back to episode 5 which in a way is kind of our first episode!  If you give this episode a good listen you'll really hear the difference what 100 plus episodes makes! Enjoy and we'll be back soon! My Race Tatt's - Check out My Race Tatts and support the pod when you buy your next set by using our My Race Tatt's Link. Str...

This week were dropping a couple OTR Classics while we're still on our summer / birthday break. On todays drop you'll get to hear from Mikala Shremshock, a badass ultra runner who had on the pod our first year. Mikala told us some great stories but pay close attention when she talks about hoping to one day run in the Western States 100 miler, because she just did and we'll have her back next week...

What's up everybody and we hope you're enjoying your 4th of July week.  We're still on a mini break but we won't leave you hanging, this week we're dropping part 3 of our Best of 2023 series.  Next week we'll have some classics for you and then we'll be back to hear all about Erika's 100 miler from this past weekend, she got that buckle baby!!! My Race Tatt's - Check out My Race Tatts and support...

Erika's dream episode, kinda First, Erika receives here big birthday gift! Then, the tables have turned as PTara and Lindsey take over the hosting duties and ask the questions to Eric and Erika. Eric and Erica discuss their friendship and how they met in college. They reminisce about their early days at Plymouth State University and the parties they attended. They also talk about their experiences...

LIVE from Erika's Porch! On this special Outro edition we grabbed of friends Tara and Lindsey to recap Eric's experience at Mount Washington, a challenging race up a mountain. They discussed everything from camping, bib pickup, and race day morning. Eric shares his strategy of starting at the back and gradually passing people. He talks about the changing weather, including strong winds above treel...

Welcome to the PodFam Amy! On Episode 113 we welcome Amy Mowers to the podcast and we get to learn all about her and her new book, DNF: Rising from the Ashes! Amy Mower, a seasoned ultra runner, shares her experiences from the 48-hour World Championship race in Hungary, her unique approach to nutrition during the race, and her upcoming race plans. She also discusses her background, training, and t...

On Episode 112 of the On The Runs Podcast we are so excited to welcome, Johanna Garton (00:16:00), a friend of Kathrine Switzer's to our PodFam Johanna Garton, a cross-country coach, sports writer, and author, shares her running journey, including her experience at Syracuse University and her first marathon in New York City. The conversation also touches on Wisconsin, marathons, and the joy of run...

We are wicked excited to welcome Patton Gleason, a ultra runner and the founder of Relay Goods to the podcast! Patton shares his journey from guiding to ultra running, highlighting the impact of various races and events on his endurance and resilience. He reflects on the challenges, lessons learned, and the lasting impact of these experiences. Patton shares the story of Relay Goods, a business tha...

On Episode 110 we welcome Garrett Fredrick and Jason Atnip from the Trail Trash Podcast to our Pod. The birth of the Trail Trash Podcasts began when Garrett texted Jason with the idea of starting a podcast. They both had previous podcasting experience and wanted to create a show that was relatable and entertaining. They found their identity by incorporating personal stories and experiences into th...

Episode 109 features one of our own local runners here in New Hampshire.  Blake Tyler (00:31:00), a social justice organizer and runner, shares his experiences and journey in this podcast episode. The conversation covers topics such as childhood snacks, running clubs, COVID-19, and the joy of making friends through running. He also discusses his involvement in the Greater Manchester Running Club a...

On Episode 108 we welcome Coach Mike Ferullo, (00:15:45) founder of the Boston Bulldogs running club, shares his personal journey of overcoming addiction and finding recovery through running. The Boston Bulldogs is a nonprofit organization that promotes wellness and recovery through running and community support. The club focuses on three main principles: self-leadership, transparency, and giving...

You didn't have to wait long for us to come back! On this edition of episodes 107 Outro we're all about the Flying Pig Marathon Weekend that Erika just ran. The Four Way with Cheese.  Eric, Erika and Patrick discuss the trip to the Flying Pig Marathon in Cincinnati, Ohio. They talk about their travel experiences, including flights and accommodations. They also visit the expo and meet the race dire...

Episode 107 is our first ever "Podcast Takeover" and we let a couple friends of the pod put the microphones in their hands. Justine and Nicole, recording from their hotel room discuss Justine's experience running the Boston Marathon and their upcoming race in the White Mountains. They talk about the challenges of fundraising for the marathon and the importance of running for a cause. The conversat...

We welcome back a friend of the Pod for her own episode, Denise Freeman!   Denise is the manager of Fleet Feet in Fredericksburg, Virginia, shares her running journey and upcoming races. She grew up in New Hampshire and started running in high school. After a break, she started racing at the age of 30 and got hooked. Denise has a busy race calendar, including 5Ks, 10Ks, a half marathon, a 50K, the...

On Episode 105 of the Pod for our final Boston Weeks episode were we welcomed back some friends of the Pod who all ran in the Boston Marathon last week. The conversation revolves around the experiences of the participants at the Boston Marathon. They discuss topics such as qualifying for the marathon, running for charity, and meeting fellow runners. The participants also share their experiences at...

On this episode of the On The Runs podcast, Knute and Erika recap their experiences at the Boston Marathon. Erika shares her time at the expo with Rachel, meeting Kathrine Switzer and Johanna Garten, and running into fellow runners such as Dan the Bearded Runner, Mary and Ruthann, Mr. 305 and Allie G. She also talk about her excitement for the six-star wall, where her name was displayed, and their...

On this episode Eric and Erika provide a quick 4 minute update on their day at the Boston Marathon before we kick it to an OTR Classic featuring Mike Beeman from the summer of 2022. Mike just ran in his 47th Boston Marathon and has so many amazing stories from Rosie Ruiz cheating in 1980,  meeting Dave McGillivray at Merrimack College and attending his first Boston Marathon to the 2013 Marathon th...

On Episode 102 (yes we accidently skipped 102 the other day) we welcome Jess Lindeman to the Pod (00:12:12). Also known as runner Jess, a boy mom from Maryland who is passionate about running and fitness. She started running after her husband suggested it, and it quickly became a major part of her life. Jess is an ambassador for Pro Compression and loves wearing their socks while running. She has...

On episode 103 we welcome Yuki Chorney (00:13:04) to the On The Runs Podcast. Yuki, a passionate runner and costume enthusiast, shares her running journey and experiences in this episode. She started running races in 1996 and has since completed in 500 races, including marathons and ultra marathons. Yuki's love for running was influenced by her parents, who were avid runners themselves. She recall...