The SaskatchewRun Podcast

My name is Jason Burns and I’m a runner from Saskatchewan and this is a podcast where I connect with runners, volunteers, race directors and coaches from Saskatchewan. In this brief episode I give you some history on myself and my running career and tell the listeners what they can expect moving forward.  Use this code for 10 percent off any distance in the GMS QCM for 2026.  26QCMSASKATCHEWRUN ht...

It’s only a couple weeks away! Canada Goose 2026. A 6, 12 or 24 hour event where people run 4 kilometre loops around Wascana Park sounds like an awful way to spend a day but it’s actually a bloody good time! The community real comes together and makes this feel like an all day fun fest where people suffer together and see familiar faces the whole time. This year Jackie Myers and Melissa Burns will...

Théo Dow is a super interesting and well studied runner who is achieving big things in the running scene. After starting trail running in 2021 he has quickly ascended to the top of the running food chain in Saskatchewan. In this episode we talk training, the reasons he enjoys running and we talk about his big performances at Sinister 7 in 2025 and his big podium finish at the Reesor 50 in 2026. We...

On this episode we are joined by two of the finest people you will ever hope to meet. Karon and Harvey Mathies have been running, racing and volunteering for close to 20 years and they love to share the stories and experiences that they have gained along the way. This interview will give you a new appreciation for what is possible in life and show you that if you treat every day and every year as...

Leisha is a triathlete from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. On this episode we talk about her running journey and how she used running as a tool to discover new cities and cultures on a recent trip to Europe. We also talk about her knee surgery and how she has been working hard and training smart to get back to the sport that she loves.  And since I completely butchered the Coal Country Run location here...

On this episode we are joined by the QCM female half marathon course record holder. Originally from Yorkton, Brooke now calls Prince Albert home where she lives with her husband and twin girls. We chat about how she makes time to train with a young family and why she thinks it’s important to set a good example for them by pursuing goals and working hard. She also has some cool stories about living...

Megan returns to the pod to talk about her exciting new running project Every Step Is Good which will begin on May 25th. Megan plans on running from Stony Rapids in the far north of Saskatchewan all the way to the Montana border near Val Marie. Megan’s mother passed away from leukemia at the age of 38, the same age Megan turns this year. This run is a way to honour her mother, hold space for other...

Hailey Thompson is a runner and run coach from Swift Current, Saskatchewan. On this episode we talk about her running history, her future goals in running and how strength training has always played a big roll in her athletic journey. Check her out at  https://www.instagram.com/runwithhails/ https://www.runwithhails.com/ Use this code for 10 percent off any distance in the GMS QCM for 2026.  26QCM...

Amro is an ultra runner from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. On this episode we talk about how he ended up calling Saskatoon home after living in many places around the world. We discuss his ascension from casual and curious runner to a bonafide long distance  ultra runner. I have shared a few miles with Amro and have always enjoyed his friendly demeanour and relentless spirit. I hope this podcast gives...

On this episode we step just off the road and trail to speak with someone who’s race day job it is to keep an eye on runners and make sure they are staying safe out on the course. Rebecca is the owner of Back40 First Aid Training and provides first aid training, wilderness first aid and adventure classes. During this episode Rebecca gives the listeners some simple tricks and tools that they can us...

Adam Lee lives in Crowsnest Pass, Alberta and is an avid trail runner and podcaster. His show , the Community Trail Running  Podcast,  was a big influence on my decision to start this endeavour. In this episode we get a brief history of Adam and his running story and we talk about his involvement in brining the Trail Running Film Festival to locations in B.C. and Alberta. Adam has always been help...

Jason Hubick is a runner from Regina, Saskatchewan (technically the RM of Sherwood, but I digress). He started running with his daughter while in his mid 30’s and eventually made his way through all the race distances from half marathons to marathons to triathlons and up to 50 mile trail events. He also race directs the Sweaty Yeti out at White Butte Trails and the Hoot N’Howl trail race at Wascan...

Marcel Macfarlane is a veterinarian and volunteer firefighter from Carnduff, Saskatchewan. He is also a very accomplished athlete and ultra runner. On this episode we talk about his many ultra running adventures both near and far. We talk about his Bighorn 100 Mile race in Wyoming in 2024 where with the help of friends, family and community he raised over 15,000 dollars for mental health support f...

Laura Sullivan is a run coach and runner from Pilot Butte, Saskatchewan. She owns RunKulture which is a whole running community that includes coaching, group runs and scholarship opportunities. In this episode we talk about her many travels, her run coaching and her goal of completing the World Majors.  https://www.runkulture.com/ Use this code for 10 percent off any distance in the GMS QCM for 20...

Margie Brown is a triathlete and fitness instructor from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. She took up the sport in her in late 40’s and credits the community around the sport for keeping her Interested and motivated to keep pushing her boundaries. She runs the YXE Slow AF run club in Saskatoon and is also heavily involved in the Saskatoon Triathlon Club where she helps with the Just -Tri It program,  Brid...

I met Riley in person after this podcast was recorded and he and all the members of the Fat Fathers Run Club are amazing humans and athletes. They all crushed it out at Cure For The Brrr in Regina and are great members of the Saskatchewan running community. In this episode we chat about running, triathlons and balancing all of that with family life. Join the Fat Fathers Run Club Wednesday mornings...

Happy New Year! This is a quick solo episode where I give a brief year in review and I give an idea of what to expect from the podcast moving forward (spoiler alert- expect the exact same thing haha). I also talk about my fun experience heading down to the CBC building in Regina and appearing on Blue Sky to discuss podcasting in Saskatchewan. If you want to listen to the show the link is below. I...

Deanne Selinger is a mom, triathlete , runner, cross country skier and all around excellent human from Regina, Saskatchewan.  In this episode we talk about how being active has helped her cope with many life challenges including divorce, years of fertility treatments and perimenopause.  SaskatchewRun podcast has been provided a discount code for QCM 2026 to share with the podcast listeners. Get 10...

Colter Folk is a rising star from Swift Current, Saskatchewan. He recently won gold at the Saskatchewan High School Cross Country Championship and competed in the Canadian Mountain Running Championship in Quebec where he had some outstanding results. He has some big goals for the future and we discuss that and much more in this episode.  Use this code for 10 percent off any distance in the GMS QCM...

Flemming Sondergaard was born in Denmark and now calls Saskatoon home. He is a very accomplished ultra runner and  has many interesting insights into the sport. On this episode we talk about his Western States and UTMB experiences and we also chat about our favourite local races. Enjoy!  Use this code for 10 percent off any distance in the GMS QCM for 2026.  26QCMSASKATCHEWRUN http://www.runqcm.ca...

Tarrant Crosschild started his running career as a child by corralling horses on the Blood Tribe First Nation in Alberta. He loved running from the start and has used it as a recovery tool and as a way to bond with his family. Tarrant is a family man first and foremost but he also runs a flooring company and a running company that provides timing services for many races. He is also a community amb...

This past weekend Melissa made up her own little fun adventure challenge that involved going to the Beaver Flat 50 course and hiking for 24 hours straight. There has been so much interest and so many questions that Melissa has agreed to chat about her motivations and her experience this past weekend and share it with the listeners.  Use this code for 10 percent off any distance in the GMS QCM for...

Chris Tetlock has been knocked down many times in life but he has always emerged from the experience as a better and more resilient human being often times with running as a  part of the cure. We sat down and had this very open and honest conversation about his struggles and how he has overcome them. We also dive into his racing history, his coaching business and his new passion as a race director...

Theresa Reid-Shea is a very accomplished runner from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and on this episode we talk about her many adventures in travelling and running. We discuss how crewing, pacing and volunteering are all essential parts of running and we end on some epic hiking adventure talk and recap her recent trip to hike the entirety of the GR11 Trail in Spain. Enjoy!  Use this code for 10 percent o...

It’s off season time for most Saskatchewan runners and people are starting to plan their 2026 schedules so in this episode we chat with one of our friendly neighbours to the east about some excellent Manitoba races that you should be putting on your racing to do list. Kristian is a great advocate for running and community and loves his home province and I think you will enjoy this excellent conver...