The Party in the Back

Josh is going solo during this episode of The Party in the Back. It's been a few weeks since our last episode thanks to schedules, holidays and illnesses, but Josh wanted to share something, especially today because it marks the 15 year anniversary of the day that changed his life. Listen now to this story that's available wherever you listen to your podcasts! Come back later this week for an ALL-...

WOW! 100! Josh & Blu are so glad they remembered to record together this week because this is their 100th episode of The Party in the Back! Since June 2022 they've been broadcasting (somewhat) reguarly each week! Do they ever run out of things to talk about? NEVER! Listen to this special 100th episode of The Party in the Back! Available wherever you listen to your podcasts. -- Follow  The Party in...

PARTY TIME! Last week Blu went solo, but this week Josh is throwing a party! Since Blu is out of town, Josh is joined by friends KP and Rick! What are they talking about? Well, pretty much everything from post-race med tent visits, how stingy some races are with IVs and why you shouldn't eat a salad before running a race. RIVETING STUFF. Go ahead and push play to listen to this week's episode of T...

Its Josh's turn to forget his recording equipment so you get to hang with Coach Blu! Listen as he talks about the St. George Marathon, one of the most scenic and exhilarating marathons in the United States! Located in the stunning landscapes of Southern Utah, this marathon has become a favorite for runners of all levels, attracting thousands of participants each year. Tune in as we lace up our run...

IT'S PARTY TIME! Josh & Blu are back ... no thanks to Beetlejuice. But, hey, we remembered to record this week so there's that. What are you going to find in this episode? Lots of talk about Blu's pet peeves ... and some running. Like, at least a little bit.  Just go ahead and push play to listen now to The Party in the Back wherever you listen to your podcasts. -- Follow  The Party in the Back  o...

What is going on with Josh? He's had a series of unfortunate events that began with breaking his toe last week and ended moments before recording this episode when he locked himself out of his house. Maybe it's best that Josh can't run for the next six weeks? Either way, listen now to The Party in the Back wherever you listen to your podcasts. -- Follow  The Party in the Back  on  Facebook ,  Inst...

Josh & Blu are feeling heavy feelings in this week's episode after the recent passing of friend David Bell . Not only was Dave a friend of both Josh & Blu, but he was also a local runner and owner of the race company, Runtastic Events and his loss has left a huge hole in the local Utah running community.  Listen now to The Party in the Back wherever you listen to podcasts. -- Follow  The Party in...

IT'S PARTY TIME!  Josh & Blu are back and completely not talking about what they intended to before hitting record (are we really surprised?). Soooo ... what are they talking about? Well ... Josh gives a recap of his trail race, Blu misses Steve Irwin and there's quite a bit of talk about Costco grapes. Oh yeah ... and there's some new merch in the podcast store!  Check it out here . Listen now to...

THEY ARE BACK! Josh & Blu took an unattended summer vacation. After some technical difficulties (like legit difficulties and not just an excuse for Josh to go to Disneyland), Josh & Blu are back in the saddle and happy to be back chatting about ... everything! What are they chatting about? Specifically? Well ... beavers, pizza, sports gels, Crisco and Don Quixote. The context of which you'll have...

PARTY ON! Josh & Blu are talking about Josh's latest races. How did they go? Well ... they were HOOOOOOT! Will get him ready for the St. George Marathon? Plus, the guys are talking about the Olympics, hairstyle choices and ... camels? Gotta listen to find out why!  Listen now to The Party in the Back wherever you listen to podcasts! -- Follow  The Party in the Back  on  Facebook ,  Instagram  and ...

REUNITED AT LAST! Josh & Blu are reunited again! After a couple weeks apart the two are back together and chatting up a storm about ... mountain men? Pioneer Trek? Past childhood traumas? What is this a therapy podcast? It will all make sense once you listen to the episode. Listen now to The Party in the Back wherever you listen to podcasts! -- Follow  The Party in the Back  on  Facebook ,  Instag...

IT'S TIME TO PARTY! Josh is partying with KP this week while Coach Blu is off roughing it out in the wilderness. So what's the topic this week? Besides tangents about wizardy trinkets, $4 billion pyramid schemes and ultra races ... GOOD BAD IDEAS! Josh & KP spend a good portion of the episode talking each other into some really awesome bad ideas! Running around Bear Lake? What about Utah Lake? Oh...

IT'S PARTY FOR INDEPENDENCE! Josh & Blu wish you ALL a Happy Fourth of July and are celebrating by sharing with you some of their favorite music PERFECT for training and running your next half marathon! What's on the playlist? Listen now, and join the party now with Josh & Blu to find out! Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! -- Follow  The Party in the Back  on  Facebook ,  Instagram  and  Twi...

ARE YOU AN IMPOSTER? Imposter Sydrome is a real thing, especially for new runners. Do you think you have it? Blu is giving Josh a test to see if he has it. THE RESULTS WILL SHOCK YOU! Plus, the guys art fartleking a lot as they plan out next week's music-based episode!  Join the party now with Josh & Blu! Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! -- Follow  The Party in the Back  on  Facebook ,  Ins...

IT'S PARTY TIME! Josh & Blu are chatting about many things. Many, many things (thanks ADHD) and, of course, there's a ribbon color for that. They're also chatting about the Summer Olympics AND a really cool running event being organized by Michael Johnson! What is it? You'll just have to listen to this week's episode of The Party in the Back to find out! -- Follow  The Party in the Back  on  Faceb...

Josh & Blu are excited to be back! We're sending our thoughts and prayers to Holly! Listen to find out how you can help support her cancer journey!  What else are they they talking about? Cramping. Specifically Josh's post-race cramping last weekend. What did he do right and wrong? What can you do to avoid it? Coach Blu has some tips and tricks to save you from the same fate he found himself in la...

TWO YEARS! It has been two years since Josh & Blu launched this little running podcast and they reflect on where the time has gone, where they are going with the show in YEAR THREE and their future running adventures. Plus, they reflect on the impact of the running community here in Utah and friends who are battling things in life much bigger than any race course!  Listen now to this week's episod...

Josh & Blu are back! Well, sans Blu's appendix! As much as they'd love to blame last week's missed show on his appendix it was really because his computer decided to take a vacation to Park City without him. Either way, the guys are talking about the one fatal trait that most runners have when it comes to injuries ... IGNORING IT! There were plenty of signs of Blu's menacing appendix, but did he h...

Are you smarter than a beginner runner? Or the better question is ... is Josh? Coach Blu is testing Josh's knowledge on running terms some beginning runners might not understand at first. How did he do? Did he pass? Listen now to The Party in the Back and find out! -- Follow  The Party in the Back  on  Facebook ,  Instagram  and  Twitter . Connect with other listeners in our  Facebook Group ! List...

THIS PARTY AIN'T MID! THIS PARTY IS SLAPPING! Josh & Blu are back for an ALL-NEW episode of The Party in the Back! What's on tap? Well, they're talking about everything and anything in the world of running, like ... the London Marathon, triathlons and Olympic trail running?  Tune in now! -- Follow  The Party in the Back  on  Facebook ,  Instagram  and  Twitter . Connect with other listeners in our...

IT'S A RUNNING PARTY! Josh & Blu are recapping their half marathon experience at the Salt Lake City Marathon. How did it go? Did they survive? Did Blu have any PTSD from his Rock n' Roll SLC experience? Why was Josh running with a sign? And, is Blu's real name Chris? Um ... listen to this episode of The Party in the Back and we'll answer all these questions!  -- Follow  The Party in the Back  on ...

THE PARTY IS BACK ON! Josh & Blu are back after a week hiatus. Why the hiatus? Well, Blu got the Google Fiber ... and it didn't work. But, don't you worry, it's working now! The guys are chatting about this week's race at the Salt Lake City Marathon, sending good vibes to their friend Chris and celebrating the accomplishments of those that just ran the Boston Marathon! It's ALL good times on this...

JOSH'S NOTE: I won't lie, we recorded this episode last week (so we wouldn't forget to record) and I forgot to take show notes. So, I can't remember what we talked about. I know it's a lot of fartleking, some laughs and more talking about running. Listen now and it will be a surprise for all of us!  -- Use code  JOSH24  to save  20% on your registration  ANY race distance (marathon, half marathon,...

Oh boy, this episode is all kinds of random. We're talking about YouTube a lgorithms, runner's guilt, stretch goals and calling out Rick.  Listen now on The Party in the Back! -- Use code  JOSH24  to save  20% on your registration  ANY race distance (marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, Kids K and bike marathon) at the  Salt Lake City Marathon  happening April 20, 2024. Register now at  www.saltlakec...

BURNT OUT? Listen to Josh & Blu to learn how to avoid getting burnt out while you're training, because let's be honest ... IT'S THE WORST! The duo share 13 (well more like 15-16) tips and tricks to avoid the burnout. You don't want to miss out on this episode! Listen now on The Party in the Back! -- Use code  JOSH24  to save  20% on your registration  ANY race distance (marathon, half marathon, 10...