On The Runs

Welcome to Episode 101 and The Allie G Show! Alex Granata (00:11:00) shares her journey as a Peloton fanatic, her experiences running the New York City Marathon, and the spontaneous races she has signed up for. She also discusses the excitement of meeting Tallulah's mom (aka Becs Gentry) and the unique vibe of hometown races. Additionally, she talks about her first big race, the New York City Half...

Episode 100!!! Kathrine Switzer, a legendary figure in running, shares her story and insights in our 100th podcast episode (00:04:42). Kathrine discusses her experiences living in New Zealand and New York, the connection between running and the environment, the benefits of trail running, and the potential of women in endurance sports. Switzer also talks about her upbringing and her time at Syracus...

In this Outro for episode 99, Knute and Erika record together in person and discuss various topics. They tour the studio and talk about their transition to a YouTube podcast. They also provide updates on their running and training, including Erika's vacation in Myrtle Beach and Knute's couple days of skiing. The conversation then shifts to engagement and wedding plans, followed by a discussion on...

In this episode, On The Runs welcomes the Will Run For Podcast to the Pod! (00:07:21) They all discuss their experiences with being recognized by listeners and meeting each other. They share stories of meeting at races, encountering fans in unexpected places, and the excitement of connecting with fellow podcasters. The conversation also touches on the origins of their podcast and the friendships t...

On Episode 98 we welcome Josh Rheaume, (00:32:46) also known as The Asthma Runner. Josh shares his journey of living with asthma and how he discovered running as a way to improve his lung health. He talks about his experiences growing up with asthma, the challenges he faced, and the strategies he developed to manage his condition while running. Josh also discusses the genetic aspect of asthma and...

On this BONUS episode, the Eric and Erika were joined by some friends of the Pod Ptara Pterodactyl, Lindsey and Shauna to reveal and debate the picks for our March Madness Running Edition Bracket Challenge. We had 32 different options in 4 regions, Pre-Race Dinner, Race Day Breakfast, Race Fuel and Post Race Grub.  Listen to our picks and grab yourself a bracket from our Instagram page to make you...

In this episode, Shaina (00:14:33) shares her journey of becoming a runner and overcoming the challenges of managing asthma while running. She talks about how she discovered her love for running and the motivation behind her decision to run the Boston Marathon. Shayna also discusses the impact of running on her asthma and the coping mechanisms she has developed. Overall, her story is an inspiring...

In this episode, the Knute and Erika welcome their guest Dan, aka the Bearded Runner (00:09:00). They discuss various topics, including technical difficulties Erika was having, growing and maintaining beards, early running experiences. Dan discusses his journey to running the Boston Marathon and his commitment to sobriety. He shares how he joined the Bulldogs running group and the process of fundr...

Erika, Shauna, Katie and Knute are all back, kind of. We got in our DeLorean and hit 88mph and went back 2.5 year to the early days of the pod. We were able to get our hand on the "lost episode" that never dropped. We'll go back in time to our days sitting on the floor with 1 microphone while we're all trying to figure out this podcast stuff. Knute and Erika open the episode like any other with th...

Letty Lundquist, a fellow running podcast host, shares her background and running journey. She discusses growing up in Germany and Ecuador, moving to different places around the world, and eventually settling in Florida. Letty talks about how she got into running and her early experiences with marathons. She also shares her Boston Marathon experiences and the challenges she faced, including an inj...

Daytona 500 Champion (hose puller), Ryan Painter joins us on the Pod (00:23:30) this week. Ryan shares stories from his racing career on pit road and his recent foray into running events from little events to 70.3 Ironmans.   Ryan and Knute were teammates years ago when they worked pit road in the minor leagues of NASCAR chasing the dream. One of us is still kicking ass at the dream winning at tra...

Episode 93 of the Pod we welcome Candice Burroughs  (00:11:00) as she shares her journey from meeting the two of us at the Anchor Down Ultra to becoming a passionate runner and volunteer. She talks about her move from Texas to Rhode Island and how she got into running through a boot camp challenge. Candice discusses her progression from a 5K to a half marathon and the challenges she faced along th...

Welcome to the Outro, Eric and Erika are back and they discuss their recent episode and the positive feedback they received. They also talk about the technical issues they faced with the recording software and Erika's old computer. They share their excitement about Erika's new laptop and discuss potential ideas for future podcast recordings. They then review their experience at the Boston Run Show...

In this episode, Pam Rickard shares her journey of recovery from alcoholism and how running has played a significant role in her sobriety. She discusses her involvement in the community, meeting Liz and going public with her story, and the connections she has made through running. Pam also talks about her work with the Herren Project and the impact of running in raising money for nonprofits. She s...

In this episode, Abby Bandi shares her journey from meeting Lena in high school to battling Lyme disease and pursuing her passion for running. Abby's story is one of resilience and endurance as she overcomes health challenges and sets ambitious goals for herself. She discusses her upcoming 100-mile race and the motivation she draws from her experiences in field hockey and basketball. The episode a...

On The Runs is On The Road (literally) fresh off their visit to Peloton Studios New York. We were very fortunate to be invited by Wicked Smaht Zone to be a part of their group for a 45 minute Power Zone Endurance Matt Wilpers class. Erika, Knute and Tara Pterodactyl traveled to NYC by car and train and they spared no details on their 30 hour trip. A train ride digester, Hanna and Mike Nye the Bage...

In this episode, Eric and Erika welcome Mike Seaman, (00:09:31) the CEO of Raccoon Media and the organizer of the Boston Run Show to the On The Runs Podcast. They discuss Mike's background, his journey into running, and the inspiration behind the Boston Run Show. They cover the challenges of organizing a running show, and the excitement that surrounds the upcoming Boston Run Show on January 27th a...

In this episode, Knute and Erika share their revamped playlists. They discuss their song selections and the memories associated with each track. From high-energy dance hits to guilty pleasures, their playlists cover a wide range of genres and eras. Whether you're running, dancing, or just in need of a mood boost, these songs are sure to get you moving and grooving.  They discuss their song choices...

Long episode, but you're going to enjoy hearing this story. The Outro will drop on Thursday! Jared Ewing, a military veteran and avid runner, shares his story of perseverance and determination after a tragic accident in 2018. He recounts his journey from running his first marathon to setting goals of completing the Abbott World Majors. The conversation takes a dramatic turn as Jared describes the...

Happy New Year!  In this episode, we welcome Becs Gentry to the pod! (00:08:45) An ultra marathoner and Peloton instructor, we get to know Becs background, her love for Formula One racing, and her journey into the fitness industry. Becs shares her experiences growing up in the UK, her involvement in various sports, and her transition from a career in PR to becoming a personal trainer. We also delv...

What's a triathlon? Cool sign me up! Justin Spencer (05:11) from Recycled Percussion shares his experience participating in Ironman races, including his journey to the prestigious Kona race. He talks about his lack of training (more like no training at all) and preparation for his first Ironman race and how he decided to take on the challenge of Kona with minimal training. Justin discusses the dif...

Welcome to the On The Runs Best of 2023 series as we'll highlight some of the fun little stories we got to hear from our amazing guest! In part 2 you'll get to hear the following clips. 04:24 Meeting Erin Azar at Boston  08:43 Mary McManus 12:26 Mr 305 No More 13:57 Dave McGillivray 24:44 The Rullet 34:22 Key to Life 43:41 Ron Kuszmar and Nicole 46:52 KJ Runs 49:05 Jennie Clark 54:33 Maurice The M...

Welcome to the On The Runs Best of 2023 series as we'll highlight some of the fun little stories we got to hear from our amazing guest! In part 1 you'll get to hear the following clips. Amanda's Love Story - 01:08 Katie's Celtic Story and Love Story - 09:12 Run with Ruth Chicago Marathon - 15:41 Patrick Leber Code Brown - 19:39 Nicole Bryant Mental Health Awarness - 24:06 Lindsey's Blood Clots - 3...

In this special edition of "The Outro", Knute and Erika discuss various topics, including the recent episode with Neil Murphy, playing Pokemon Go, the Western States lottery drawing, Mikala Shremshock's selection for the race, and Knute's training progress. They also talk about the new rail trail in Manchester and the need for a tunnel in the Derry Rail Trail. The episode concludes with Knute's en...

Neil is back! A listener favorite back in 2022, A Florida Man with the perfect gut to hold a slice of Pizza and hair that could rival Thor! He's a legend in the Spartans community who can carry the boats and stays hard the entire time. He likes to embrace poop flumes from a porta potty to warm his thin Florida blood. The creator of Blow Gurt that will clear our your digestive system and he back to...