Teesche Podcast

A scenic ultra marathon race report from Tuscany’s countryside with tips, gear advice, and personal insights on this Western States qualifier.

‘Everything is Tuberculosis’ is a gripping, poetic blend of history, science, and personal storytelling that exposes how the world’s deadliest curable disease still thrives due to global indifference—and makes you care deeply about changing that.

A sub three hour marathon – what now? Learn how training with a 2:13h marathoner can elevate your performance.

Jonathan Haidt's exploration of happiness isn't self-help—it's a fascinating journey through psychology, philosophy, and world religions. He brilliantly connects ancient wisdom with modern science, making you rethink what truly brings fulfillment.

Lies have played a big role in politics forever, but in recent times that problem has seemingly gotten out of control. How did this happen and what circumstances led to it becoming a viable strategy and not getting chased away by the people?

A concise guide to recognizing the warning signs of emerging tyranny in government and the practical steps individuals can take to prevent it.

Reliving a not-so-long ago historical era of German politics told by the former most powerful woman in the world herself is a treat. Despite its over 700 pages, the book left me wanting more, even. What a life, what a person. Recommended reading.

A personal reflection on the ups and downs of 2024, including lots of running achievements, as well as a look ahead into 2025 with many audacious new goals and a solid theme to guide me.

This might be the best way I have seen advice for improving one’s life’s quality being presented. The most fundamental thing in life is the mental wellbeing and it’s a struggle for many. Here’s non-pretentious but very calming and practical guidance.

The tobacco industry is going to hate this simple and cheap trick! But kidding aside, not smoking is definitely better than smoking. My arguments have just grown stronger since I found the solution that worked. I hope to help others quit, too.

From childhood dreams of becoming an astronaut to running marathons as an adult, this post explores one of the most unusual goals on the lunar surface. While some might call it impossible, discover why keeping such audacious dreams alive matters.

The idea of implementing a universal basic income has been floating around for a long time. But does it have merit? What did the experiments conclude? What’s the history of it? Or have we maybe lost our will to change and improve society?

After Boston and New York City the previous year, I’ve had the ticket for Chicago 2024. I was wondering a lot why the city is included in the most prestigious list of races, so I went on the quest to find out and raced it.

Politics is a tricky business. The EU parliament with people from 27 different countries who speak 24 different languages and try to make decisions might be the masterclass. Insider author Kovacs tells it as it is to become successful. No time wasted.

What exactly is “nihilism” and does it make sense? Will it lead to depression to realize there’s no inherent meaning or purpose to anything? That nothing is even real? It might, but it should not. And that’s what this book explains.

These are my thoughts about being a full-time dad and caretaker of the household. I describe how that panned out and what I intend to change.

It’s just been there in the sky for as long as humans can remember, but what exactly is our Moon and how did it influence life on Earth? The book explains thousands of years of human history with our closest companion in space.

Why are so many people convinced that their jobs are totally pointless and wouldn’t be missed by anyone were they to disappear? The book tries to explain how we got here, but has its lengths. Still it’s important for us to realize what’s happening here.

What started unexpectedly quickly intensified. To me, streak running is undeniably awesome, not foolish. Discover the journey’s highs and lows in this post and decide for yourself whether streak running is a brilliant strategy or overrated!

Ever wondered what it's like to be the one setting the pace at a marathon? Dive into the world of official marathon pacers!

It is what it says on the cover, but it’s way more fun and enjoyable than that suggests. A chronologic journey through the history of philosophy to show us what humans have been pondering over the centuries. With anecdotes, summaries, and quizzes!

A short book about a single idea, written with an awkward stylistic choice and some delusions on the side. There’s still something in it we can take away and use for our benefit!

Alexi Pappas is an Olympic 10,000 meters runner who has experienced many different lives. From a tough event in her childhood to working relentlessly for her dream, facing setbacks after achieving it, and rising again, her story is a true rollercoaster.

I recount my grueling yet rewarding experience at the Zugspitz Ultra Trail. With a new level of information density I’m taking you through all challenging legs of the race, my thoughts and strategies, and the indescribable joy of crossing the finish line.

The past and future are imaginary products within our brains and all we’ll ever have is the present moment. So far, so good. But what else is there in this bestseller book? How can its wisdom be applied and is it wisdom, even?