Run The Race

Make sure to subscribe to the Run The Race podcast. Our guest this week is a TV news anchor/reporter in Birmingham AL who has run a marathon for 17 months in a row, including a special #KeepYourDistance one recently for her birthday. She also talks with us about having God at the center, and what it's like for the media during this coronavirus pandemic. (2:30) I start our 21st episode with my plan...

He started it before the coronavirus pandemic made headlines in America, and this week's guest just completed a 37-day strict water fast, losing 50 pounds and laser focused on Jesus. I kick off episode #20 of the Run The Race podcast with a few thoughts on Easter during the COVID-19 outbreak, fasting as a Christian tradition, and Good Friday representing Jesus on the Cross. (6:32) We start by gett...

Tired of constant news about the coronavirus pandemic? We talked to a pastor who has a new viral video of he and his wife dancing, while stuck at home - something to make you smile! He talks about the silver lining, God's peace, and church alternatives during this health crisis. We also discuss his journey as a Jewish man to Christianity. I start with giving some of my thoughts on COVID-19, some i...

Baseball legend and cancer survivor Darryl Strawberry is one of our guests in this special episode focused on the coronavirus pandemic. Subscribe to the Run The Race podcast and catch up on some fascinating interviews, while you are stuck at home during these difficult times. Gyms and schools and businesses have closed. So many events (like my Big Sur Marathon) have been canceled or postponed. Wha...

Feeling anxious about anything? Maybe the coronavirus pandemic? We’re talking about anxiety and depression on this episode of the Run The Race podcast with nationally certified and licensed professional counselor Christy Hubbard. Before that conversation, (2:00) I talk about anxiety vs. anxiety disorders, including a testimonial from a 25-year-old friend with mental health struggles. (5:20) Christ...

You will love our guest on this week's episode, whether you are hockey fan or know nothing about the sport. After I talk briefly about fighting the good fight of faith, Coach Jerome "Boom Boom" Bechard discusses his hockey career (including a stint with Wayne Gretzky), the role of fighting and spiritual faith in the sport, and how this former pro hockey player defines true success. We start our Ru...

Go now and subscribe to the Run The Race podcast! Our guest for this episode is former drug addict turned evangelist Andrew Chalmers. He almost died from an overdose but God turned his life around and he now leads non-profit ministry Take The City. We also talk about some fitness adventures, advice for families, and traveling the world to places like Africa and Israel. After an introduction about...

I just celebrated my 44th birthday and Valentine's Day! Now, I get to share some love with you on this 14th episode of the Run the Race podcast, which you should subscribe to. Appropriate for #ValentinesDay, our guests this week are Reggie & Carolee Luther (5:00) who have been married for 30 years and have been avid runners for even longer. She is the president of local running club Columbus Roadr...

CrossFit has become very popular, but does it really work? On this lucky 13th episode of the Run The Race podcast, we get some insight (6:00) from a CrossFit gym owner in Alabama. (7:30) Elliott Quinones starts by talking about being overweight while in the Army, what it was like on his 3 combat deployments to Afghanistan, why he received the Army Commendation Medal with Valor, and life after the...

After the tragic death of basketball legend Kobe Bryant, (2:15) we start with his legacy, amazing work ethic in the NBA, and wisdom for life. (6:05) Our guest for this episode also talks about Kobe, from the perspective of another former pro athlete, recounting how the Lakers superstar talked to the Alabama football team in 2018. (8:45) From walk-on to linebacker for the University of Alabama unde...

I start this one briefly talking about (3:15) Yoga for injury prevention and the need for flexibility, in fitness and faith. The guest for this episode of the podcast - which I hope you'll subscribe to - is Stroller Strong Moms owner and instructor Rebecca Paul! (5:55) We start our interview talking about what this mom of 3 does at home and work, staying physically fit and giving it to God. (8:55)...

Take a minute and subscribe to this weekly podcast. In this episodie, we're talking about some high-tech ways to strengthen your faith and physically stay in shape, including the 7 minute workout. Then, we turn to (5:20) my conversation with business-savvy, workout-loving Pastor Quin Hardnett, a former Army reservist from Georgia who admits to running from the call into ministry at first. (8:25) P...

Welcome to 2020! Start the new year off right by subscribing to this podcast. After recapping running adventures from 2019 and giving shout-outs for your goals in the New Year, I have a treat for you. (6:43) My guest for this podcast episode is Jimmy Davis, a good friend I've run with for nearly 5 years now, including 5 marathons together. (9:50) He talks about how he got started running, how anyo...

NO SPOILERS, but I sat down with Star Wars superfan Derek Kinkade (WTVM chief meteorologist) to do our own version of the famous theme music, then we talk about (2:45) the latest movie "The Rise of Skywalker" (again, #nospoilers) along with spiritual symbolism for THE FORCE - on the big screen, especially with Luke, and for our beliefs in real life. (9:00) We also dive into the rise and fall of An...

Make sure to subscribe to the podcast and write a short review. I talked with two special guests for this episode, both stars of the hit film "Overcomer." After I talk briefly about taking a break from fitness over the holidays, we go to the interviews. (5:35) Alex Kendrick - actor, director, co-writer for the Georgia-based Kendrick Brothers movies - talked to us about starring in and directing th...

The theme of this 6th episode is physical and spiritual endurance, to dream big and chase the impossible. That may include ultra marathons and similar running events that are growing in popularity. (5:40 mark) This week's guest is Kena Yutz, owner of Project 42 Running. She coaches athletes from all over the United States. This preacher's daughter from SC has completed multiple 100 mile races. (7:...

This episode is focused on living life to the fullest and how to stay active, calm over the holidays. I start by discussing (3:30 mark) my experiences on mission trips overseas, including Haiti and Africa. (6:30) Then, we turn to an interview with Pastor Chuck Hasty who has led churches for more than 25 years, now at Grace Presbyterian in Columbus GA. He talks about faith, home life, how he got st...

What are you THANKFUL for? I discuss that, around holidays like Thanksgiving, then our interview with Steve Crooks. I met him on a recent flight and his story will amaze you. (6:00 mark) Steve talks about a health crisis and accident earlier this year that caused his heart to stop for 15 minutes, putting him in a coma for several days. (11:30) Doctors called him "Miracle Man" and he has a new pers...

Our guests are two bodybuilders and personal trainers who met through fitness and got married this year. Loren Fuller is a retired Army Captain turned fitness guru, on the verge of being a pro bodybuilder, and his wife Cathy Fuller is a master instructor at Max Fitness Elite, a gym in Columbus GA. I start podcast #3 with quick stories about 2 inspiring friends who attempted huge fitness goals. The...

Our first guest for this podcast is longtime Solder Marathon Director Cecil Cheves, a cancer survivor who has completed 15 full Ironman events. He’s an inspiring and fit 70-year-old who wants to honor God. This military-themed episode starts with highlights of running the very rainy Marine Corps Marathon, then Cecil Cheves shares interesting stories about (9:45) how he got started running in his 4...

Get ready to be motivated and inspired to improve on your fitness and faith walk. Do you want to lose weight? Grow closer to God? Get stronger physically, mentally and spiritually? On this new RUN THE RACE podcast, we’ll focus on how to get started and how to challenge ourselves in all these things. On this first episode, you’ll hear me get personal, with lessons learned as a veteran TV news ancho...