Best Canadian Running Magazine Podcasts (2025)

1
This election, we get what we deserve 1:36:56

1d ago1:36:56

1:36:56

In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on April 25, 2025, Matt and Jen take stock of the final days of the election campaign — and of Canada’s increasingly bizarre political mood. Matt kicks things off by previewing his upcoming final column before election day. He spoils it a little, of course. His basic argument? The Liberal pitch to…

1
Emilie Mann | Rising Star of Canadian Ultra Running 53:59

12h ago53:59

53:59

This week on The Shakeout Podcast we sit down with Kelowna BC's Emilie Mann, one of the top Canadian's on the Ultra scene today. Fresh off a podium performance at the Desert Rat's 100km in Utah, Emilie joins the show to talk about her ascent on the ultra trail running scenes, from initial success at "shorter" distances to finding her stride as the …

1
Fear and Loathing on the Campaign Trail with Justin Ling 1:12:00

5d ago1:12:00

1:12:00

In the latest episode of On The Line, Jen Gerson reunites with journalist Justin Ling for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of the federal campaign — and the increasingly surreal experience of covering it. This episode of The Line Podcast is brought to you by Westinghouse. Canada’s energy future is being shaped by the choices we make toda…

1
Poilievre wins dumb debate on points 1:31:11

8d ago1:31:11

1:31:11

In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on April 18, 2025, Matt and Jen unpack the weirdest Canadian federal election in recent memory. The race feels like it’s tightening, there are reports of massive early turnout in the advance polls, and nobody knows what it means — which, as Matt points out, usually means something is breaking, but…

1
The Rundown: Boston Marathon Preview ft. Rory Linkletter, Paula Roberts Banks & Kristian Jamieson 54:35

10d ago54:35

54:35

The Shakeout Podcast returns with a special Boston Marathon-edition of The Rundown, featuring Canadian Olympian and 2025 Boston Elite-field competitor Rory Linkletter. This week on the show, Rory joins host John Gay to discuss his training leading into Boston, and what makes the 129-year old event like no other marathon in the world. As part of thi…

1
Our politicians can't abandon Canadians to foreign attacks 1:17:26

12d ago1:17:26

1:17:26

In the latest episode of On The Line, Matt Gurney sits down for an unusually personal — and sometimes raw — conversation with Marcus Kolga: human rights activist, anti-corruption crusader, and a man who’s been sanctioned by both Russia and China. That wasn’t a figure of speech. He’s literally sanctioned by both regimes. This episode of The Line Pod…

1
Carney's China Problem, Jen's society problem 1:51:48

15d ago1:51:48

1:51:48

In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on April 11, 2025, things get unexpectedly emotional right out of the gate. Jen opens with a raw reflection on the state of public discourse in Canada — how partisanship is melting brains, how the media is under attack, and how political parties have become so addicted to campaigning that they’ve …

1
Jennifer Sygo RD | Fuelling forward and Maximizing Race Day Performance through Nutrition 44:49

18d ago44:49

44:49

This week on the Shakeout Podcast we welcome back Jennifer Sygo, registered dietitian and sports nutritionist to the Canadian Olympic Track & Field teams in Tokyo & Paris. Jen joins the show to discuss her work in helping athletes of all ability levels reach their goals through nutrition, offering tangible, real world advice to put food to work tow…

1
The Big "Oops." Is This The Next Great Depression? 52:54

20d ago52:54

52:54

In the latest episode of On The Line, we take a look (through our fingers, which are covering our eyes) at what's happening with the markets, and whole economies, around the world. Guess we'll be delaying retirement a few extra years, eh? This episode of On The Line is brought to you by Westinghouse. Canada’s energy future is being shaped by the ch…

1
Your clock's ticking, too, Poilievre 1:36:18

23d ago1:36:18

1:36:18

In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on April 4, 2025, Jen spends a lot more time talking about her internal anatomy than Matt had expected. But he more or less kept his game face on. He thinks. This episode of The Line Podcast is brought to you by Unsmoke Canada. Canada can be a global leader in reducing the harm caused by smoking, …

1
Evan Dunfee | Breaking down his new World Record 56:20

24d ago56:20

56:20

This week on the Shakeout Podcast we're joined by Evan Dunfee, 3xOlympian, Global medallist and, as of last week, World Record Holder in the 35km Race Walk. A Canadian National Team standout for well over a decade, Evan owns national, area, and world records in the race walk in distances ranging from 3000m all the way to 50km and has been at the fo…

1
What the CPC got wrong, and right, so far 1:02:01

26d ago1:02:01

1:02:01

In the latest episode of On The Line, the key issue is why the Conservative campaign is already being rocked by internal fighting — is the campaign going that badly? Our first guest tackles that issue — Stephanie Levitz joins the show from the Globe and Mail, where she is a reporter covering the campaign. Despite all the doom and gloom, the Conserv…

1
Carney dumps Trump, Conservatives ponder mutiny 1:41:22

1M ago1:41:22

1:41:22

In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on March 28, 2025, your hosts get dark. And deep. And psychological. And have a few inappropriate giggles. Matt almost gets himself cancelled and The Line shut down by quoting a bad lyric ... but stops himself just in time. Been that kind of a week, right? This episode of The Line Podcast is broug…

1
Delving Deep Into the RCMP's The Scandals and Improvements with Paul Palango 1:07:50

1M ago1:07:50

1:07:50

On todays episode, Dan Donovan traverses the murky waters of the RCMP's scandalous history with Paul Palango. While writing for popular magazine Globe and Mail as well as The Hamilton Spectator, Palango has published four non-fiction books all delving into different hot topics within investigative journalism. Most notably, Palango's novel 22 Murder…

1
The Rundown: Indoor Season Recap & Spring Racing Preview 47:19

1M ago47:19

47:19

The return of the Rundown! In this special edition of The Shakeout Podcast, host John Gay is joined by Canadian Running staff writers Cameron Ormond and Marley Dickinson to recap an exciting winter of racing on the indoor oval and set the stage for the fast-approaching spring season on the track and roads. 2025 got off to a flying start and the tea…

1
Let Them Fight! 43:26

1M ago43:26

43:26

As Canada prepares to go to the polls, we are proud to introduce its Anti-Panel — a politics panel, but fun. Each week, we’ll publish a new Anti-Panel in written form, but we’re kicking things off with something a little different: getting the whole gang On The Line. Get it? They're on the line. Literally. This episode of On The Line is brought to …

1
Behind the Sirens with Calvin Lawrence Part 2 51:53

1M ago51:53

51:53

In this episode, host Dan Donovan sits down with former Halifax police officer & RCMP member Calvin Lawrence to dive into critical issues in policing & community security. From high-profile security breaches to RCMP accountability, mental health in law enforcement, and the need for real reform—this conversation pulls no punches. Tune in for an eye-…

1
Rookie Carney pulverizing Poilievre 1:30:19

1M ago1:30:19

1:30:19

Recorded in the last-pre-election days on March 21, 2025, Matt Gurney and Jen Gerson look around and realize that this is as calm as their lives are going to be for about a month. And that's just sad. This episode of The Line Podcast is brought to you by Unsmoke Canada. Canada can be a global leader in reducing the harm caused by smoking, but it re…

1
RanToJapan's Jake Barraclough | Moving to Japan, Huge Mileage Training, and the Incredible World of Japanese Marathoning 48:04

1M ago48:04

48:04

This week on the Shakeout Podcast we sit down with Jake Barraclough, the man behind the wildly popular YouTube channel RanToJapan. Looking to take his running to the next level, Jake uprooted his life in the UK to move full-time to Japan and embrace the country's unique approach to marathon training, all while documenting the journey on YouTube. 16…

1
Diplomatic Insights: Ambassador Wang on World Affairs 42:42

1M ago42:42

42:42

In today’s episode, Dan sits down with Ambassador Wang for a deep dive into some of the most pressing global issues. They unpack China’s role in global peace efforts, the evolving relationship between China and Canada, and the complexities of China-US relations. Plus, they share insights on the Ukraine crisis and discuss what it takes to create a f…

1
As Trudeau leaves, Poilievre's numbers tank 1:00:40

1M ago1:00:40

1:00:40

Happy Tuesday. It's time for another episode of On The Line. And this is another two-guest episode, too. There's that much to talk about! Our first guest, making a return appearance on On The Line, is P.J. Fournier, creator of 338Canada.com and 338Canada.ca. (The man has so much to offer he needs two websites!) Since we last spoke in February, Cana…

1
Canadian Twang and Country Dreams: A Chat with Stephen Lawrance 34:45

1M ago34:45

34:45

Tune in today as Dan and Stephen dive into the heart of country music! Stephen shares the story behind his songwriting process, spills insider secrets about the music country industry, and much more. Don’t miss this deep dive into the making of "Canadian Twang" To listen to his new song "Canadian Twang" you can check him out on Spotify.…

1
Farewell, Carbon Tax Trudeau. Our SEO will miss you. 1:30:22

1M ago1:30:22

1:30:22

In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on Carney Era Day 0, or March 14, 2025 on the old calendar, your hosts offer sincere welcome and best wishes to the new prime minister, and we're counting on all of you to not ruin this moment for us. Really. We can be nice sometimes. This episode of The Line Podcast is brought to you by Unsmoke C…

1
Steve Magness | Performance Coach & Author on His New Book Win The Inside Game 48:44

1M ago48:44

48:44

This week on the Shakeout Podcast we sit down with bestselling author, researcher, and performance coach Steve Magness to discuss his new book "Win the Inside Game: How to Move from Surviving to Thriving, and Free Yourself Up to Perform". Steve shares with us his own journey from high school phenom to coach to author and how his own experiences gra…

1
Canadian refugee policy in the Trump era. 1:02:30

2M ago1:02:30

1:02:30

In this week's episode of On The Line, Jen Gerson speaks with Adam Sadinsky, a refugee lawyer and member of the Canadian Association of Refugee Lawyers about the Safe Third Country Agreement — and why lawyers like him think it needs to be radically altered in the Donald Trump era. This episode of On The Line is brought to you by the Forest Products…

1
Andrew Iler: The Untold Story of the JFK Assassination Part 3 44:53

2M ago44:53

44:53

Join Dan and Andrew on Episode 3 of the Untold Story of the JFK Assassination. In this episode, Dan and Andrew discuss new developments under the Trump administration, autopsy controversy and more. If you listen closely, you might even hear the ghost of JFK. To keep up with Andrew, you can follow him on X @JFK Chokeholds or check out his website jf…

1
We refuse to believe Trump has a real plan. 1:24:08

2M ago1:24:08

1:24:08

In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on March 7, 2025, your hosts spend a good long while talking about the various new stories to come out of Washington, D.C. this week. A trade war is on! But now it's off! Sort of, maybe! No one really knows! Also, President Donald Trump put on a real masterclass this week in reminding us all that …

1
Girls Run the 6ix | Creating Spaces for Female Friendships to Thrive 40:55

2M ago40:55

40:55

The founders of Toronto's Girls Run the 6ix Run Club join the show to discuss the importance of creating spaces for women to foster female friendships in the running world. Jill Amirault and Claire Milburn met through a shared desire to find more female friends to run with amidst a lack of opportunities in the run club scene. What began as a few wo…

1
Arming Canada. 1:16:36

2M ago1:16:36

1:16:36

Welcome back for another edition of On The Line. Each week, On The Line will bring you an extended conversation with Matt Gurney or Jen Gerson and a guest — or guests! — that can speak with authority on whatever is in the news. In this episode, Matt Gurney speaks with Richard Shimooka, a Canadian defence expert and senior fellow at the Macdonald-La…

1
Make Trump Happy. Make Gretzky the new King of Canada. 1:26:30

2M ago1:26:30

1:26:30

In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on February 28, 2025, your hosts open with a chat about federal politics. Mark Carney had some good stuff going, but then he got caught in a dumb lie. We aren't sure if this will break outside the Twitter bubble, but it's an interesting reminder that the man is pretty new at politics ... This epis…

1
Stuart Galloway | Age Group Record Holder & 5 Decades of Sub-3 Marathoning 25:18

2M ago25:18

25:18

On this week's episode Canadian Age Group record holder Stuart Galloway joins the Podcast to discuss his recent marathon performance, extending his streak of sub-2:52 Marathons to 5 decades. He also shares his path to longevity in the sport, his philosophies on training, and his experiences from decades of youth coaching, including his formative ro…

1
Why is airline travel in Canada and the U.S. falling apart? 50:24

2M ago50:24

50:24

Welcome back for another edition of On The Line, The Line's latest podcast offering. Each week, On The Line will bring you an extended conversation with Matt Gurney or Jen Gerson and a guest — or guests! — that can speak with authority on whatever is in the news. In this episode, Jen Gerson speaks with Duncan Dee, an airline analyst and former chie…

1
After Trump threats, Canada (maybe?) starts to get its act together. 1:17:52

2M ago1:17:52

1:17:52

In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on February 21, 2025, your hosts continue to bask in the afterglow of Connor McDavid's overtime goal for Team Canada last night. How sweet it was. They also talk about the news and politics and stuff, but, man. Thank you, McJesus. This episode of The Line Podcast is brought to you by Unsmoke Canad…

1
Trigger Talk Epi 1: Improving Canada’s Immigration System 43:41

2M ago43:41

43:41

Join Dan and Mario in their first ever Trigger Talk episode, our new series dedicated to discussing all the controversies in Canadian Politics. Our new show is for political junkies and those with general curiosity- we hope you enjoy listening to the conversations that many are too afraid to have. Follow Mario on TikTok @officialmariozelaya and Dan…

1
The Shakeout Podcast Returns | Introducing New Host John Gay 18:04

2M ago18:04

18:04

The Shakeout Podcast is back with new host, Olympic Finalist and multiple time Canadian Champion John Gay. In his inaugural episode John is joined by Canadian Running Staff writer Marley Dickinson to discuss the return of the Podcast, recap his recent career highlights, and give a sneak preview of what listeners can expect in the next chapter of th…

1
Saving Canada means building it, and growing it, fast. 1:07:38

2M ago1:07:38

1:07:38

Welcome back for another edition of On The Line, The Line's latest podcast offering. Each week, On The Line will bring you an extended conversation with Matt Gurney or Jen Gerson and a guest — or guests! — that can speak with authority on whatever is in the news. And this week, in something of a break from the routine, we're here with good news. Th…

1
Post-Trudeau, Trump gifts the Liberals a bump. 1:35:21

2M ago1:35:21

1:35:21

In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on February 14, 2025 — Valentine's Day, bummer — your hosts are skeptical that the premiers have accomplished much by their recent jaunt down to Washington, D.C., but we hope they had a lovely time. This episode of The Line Podcast is brought to you by Unsmoke Canada. Canada can be a global leader…

1
Canada's weak spot: Why Trump wants our Arctic. 1:03:37

3M ago1:03:37

1:03:37

Each week, On The Line will bring you an extended conversation with Matt Gurney or Jen Gerson and a guest — or guests! — that can speak with authority on whatever is in the news. In this episode, Jen Gerson interviews Rob Huebert, a political science professor at the University of Calgary, and director at the Centre of Military, Security and Strate…

1
Trump's serious about annexing us, Trudeau warns. 1:24:27

3M ago1:24:27

1:24:27

In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on February 7, 2025, your hosts take in the sight of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau warning Canadians that he thinks Donald Trump is serious about annexing us ... but only doing it behind closed doors to a private business audience. And they just have to laugh. Or cry. Or both. This episode of The …

1
How Trump's tariff war would hit Canada. 1:00:24

3M ago1:00:24

1:00:24

Thanks for checking out our first regular episode of On The Line, The Line's latest podcast offering. Each week, On The Line will bring you an extended conversation with Matt Gurney or Jen Gerson and a guest — or guests! — that can speak with authority on whatever is in the news. And this week, well. Like, look around. OMG. The week's episode of On…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Canadian Running Magazine Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide