Best Fraioli Podcasts (2025)

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Loving Final Fantasy XIV in 2025 Featuring Alex Fraioli – Hot Pot Gaming Podcast 1:58:37

1d ago1:58:37

1:58:37

In this episode, we tackle a long-standing frustration of mine: the current state of Final Fantasy XIV. As someone who loved FFXIV 1.0, I've long been off the Final Fantasy XIV train. Today, I have some negative feelings about the game's current state, so I wanted to talk to someone who still likes it. Alex Fraioli, who previously appeared on our p…

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Episode 245 | Simon Freeman and Mario Fraioli on "Peak Running," Event Hype, and Fundamentals Over Fads 1:14:10

3d ago1:14:10

1:14:10

I recently sat down with my good friend and frequent podcast guest Simon Freeman, the co-founder and publisher of my favorite running magazine, Like The Wind, for our second quarterly conversation of 2025, which you can listen to wherever you get the morning shakeout podcast. An excerpt of this exchange can be found in Issue #45 of LtW, which comes…

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Swimrun Volunteer Extraordinaire Christine Schiepke 54:08

6d ago54:08

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Swimrun Volunteer Extraordinaire Christine Schiepke Welcome to episode 282 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast! We’ve got yet another great show for everyone this week. Joining us to discuss volunteerism in Swimrun is…the Swimrun Volunteer Extraordinaire herself, the incomparable Christine Schiepke. It was so great to chat with her about the s…

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Steve Magness on Real Toughness and Why Running Shouldn’t Suck 1:04:56

8d ago1:04:56

1:04:56

This week on The Trailhead, Zoë and Brendan are joined by performance scientist, coach, and author Steve Magness for a deep dive into the messy, meaningful side of mental toughness. Known for calling BS on outdated notions of grit, Steve shares insights from his latest book, Win the Inside Game, and challenges the idea that suffering is the only pa…

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The Norwegian Swimrun Scene w/Coach Ruben and Coach Loyd 56:03

13d ago56:03

56:03

Welcome to episode 281 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast! We’ve got a great episode for everyone this week. Joining us from Norway to talk about their epic Catalina/Southern California/Vegas adventure, and so much more, are Coach Loyd Færøvik and Coach Ruben Wallentinsen, a.k.a., Team Swimosaurus Flex. We met this duo in Two Harbors and knew…

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Who Are You? – OCP Podcast Episode 368 1:22:02

15d ago1:22:02

1:22:02

This week I talk about my time at LVL UP EXPO 2025, look at the games announced in the Qureate Direct, and what to call what I do. Links Koitsugi Steam Page Pulsar Crash Steam Page Lost in Space Steam Page Scar Lead Salvation Steam Page Game On! Website Qureate Direct Who is Ben

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Swimrunman Gorges du Verdon 2025 Race Recap w/The Boston Wetsox 38:45

20d ago38:45

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Welcome to episode 280 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast! We’ve got a great episode for everyone this week. Joining us fresh off of their Mixed Team ultra distance victory at Swimrunman’s Gorges du Verdon from this past weekend are our friends and frequent guests on the podcast Bronwen and Greg Dierksen A.K.A., The Boston Wetsox. We get thei…

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Alex Hutchinson on Why Doing Things the Hard Way Feels So Good 1:03:47

22d ago1:03:47

1:03:47

Check out the Cloud Cap Marathon here! Thanks to Running Warehouse for supporting The Trailhead. Check out their great selection of everything from shoes to sun hoodies, with free two-day shipping. This week on The Trailhead, we're joined by one of the most thoughtful voices in endurance sports writing: Alex Hutchinson. You might know him from his …

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258: Hey, Bereke! 1:41:24

24d ago1:41:24

1:41:24

It's May, which means only a handful of things! Specifically: Alex's new audio interface; Switch 2 preorders bring the internet to its knees; mucking it up with Mercari; pondering the rarities of games and trinkets; Oblivion and the nature of remasters; Alex drags the ol' bag of bones into the shop for maintenance; the inaugural installment of Star…

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Top 5 Things To Do After Your Swimrun Race 19:09

27d ago19:09

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Welcome to episode 279 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast! We’ve got something short and to the point for everyone this week. Being fresh off of the heels of ÖTILLÖ Catalina got us thinking about what is next and thus, a show idea was born. In this episode we discuss the top 5 things to do after completing your Swimrun race. These tips are (m…

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Episode 244: Ask Mario Anything 1:12:39

29d ago1:12:39

1:12:39

This week on the podcast I sit down with my right-hand man Chris Douglas and answer reader and listener questions about dream podcast guests, training ideas I have and haven’t changed my mind about, the impact of AI on coaching, best mindset practices for training and racing, and a lot more. There’s even a good rant from me on running while sick/in…

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Covering the Japanese Games Industry From Japan Feat. Amber Vještica – Hot Pot Gaming 1:12:29

29d ago1:12:29

1:12:29

We spend a lot of time consuming information about Japanese games from fellow English speakers located outside Japan. Amber Vještica, Editor-in-Chief at Automaton Media West, covers games from inside a Japanese games news outlet, giving her team unique access and insight into local Japanese video game culture. We discuss her role at the company, ho…

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OTILLO Catalina 2025 Race Report 1:00:41

1M ago1:00:41

1:00:41

Welcome to episode 278 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast! ÖTILLÖ Catalina 2025 took place this past weekend and what a weekend it was! Five years after the first edition, the event made a triumphant return to kick off the ÖTILLÖ USA Swimrun season. In this episode, we share all the details about our amazing weekend on Catalina Island and sha…

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How Much Running Is Too Much Running? Asking for a Friend (feat. Mario Fraioli) 55:48

1M ago55:48

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This week on The Trailhead, Zoë and Brendan put coach and writer Mario Fraioli in the hot seat with their burning trail running questions. From “How slow is too slow?” to “When does running become hiking?” we tackle the big, the small, and the existential dilemmas runners face on (and off) the trail. Come for the laughs, stay for Mario's wisdom, an…

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The End of an Era: Swimrun NC's Final Race w/ Herbert Krabel 42:10

1M ago42:10

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Welcome to episode 277 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast! In this episode we discuss the finale of Swimrun NC at Hanging Rock State Park, North Carolina. We're joined by Herbert Krabel, one of the co-founders and race directors of Swimrun NC, who shares insights about the race's history, memorable moments, local community involvement, and wh…

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Wild Swimrun w/ Helene Ostet 48:48

2M ago48:48

48:48

Welcome to episode 276 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast! We’ve got a “feel good” episode for everyone this week. Joining us to celebrate our five year anniversary of supporting Wild Swimrun is our friend and Swimrun ambassador, Helene Ostet. We always say that the best part about Swimrun is the community and Helene and the work of Wild Swim…

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The Examined Run: Sabrina Little on Ethics, Excellence, and Everyday Choices 58:49

2M ago58:49

58:49

What does it mean to live a good life? And can your running practice help you get there? In this episode of The Trailhead, Zoë Rom and Brendan Leonard sit down with Sabrina Little: ultrarunner, philosopher, ethics professor, mom of (soon to be) three, and author of The Examined Run: Why Good People Make Better Runners. Sabrina’s work sits at the fa…

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Your Miintal Health – OCP Podcast Episode 367 1:34:15

2M ago1:34:15

1:34:15

This week I talk about my return to fighting games, DMM Game's AI Translations Process, how age impacts your Tomodachi Life, Konami Medal Games, and Gunvolt 3. Podcast Links Ex Capcom Producer Interview Keita Takahashi Interview DMM AI Translation Talk Adults No Longer have Friends for Tomodachi Collection Industry Experts Talk Tariffs on Switch 2…

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257: Riven Heaven 2:00:54

2M ago2:00:54

2:00:54

Hit that defrost button! This Spring, Alex goes back to the Savage mines; a pair of Nintendos Direct, each heralding a fantastic new age in hardware and software; casting off the yoke of hyperconsumerism; YouTube and the art of putting yourself out there; exciting changes come to Alex no Natsuyasumi; wondering at the hentai game industry; an abridg…

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Habits of Highly Effective Athletes w/Mario Fraioli 50:27

2M ago50:27

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Welcome to episode 275 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast! We’ve got a great episode for everyone this week. Joining us in Studio G is none other than one of America’s best running coaches, Mario Fraioli. In this conversation we discuss his best thinking on the habits of highly effective athletes and how we can apply these principles in Swimr…

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Interview with Nick Huggett 47:33

2M ago47:33

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This is the first episode of a mini series on the Focused Mind Podcast that talks to high performers across the music business who talk about their life, mindset, and skills they've developed to have long careers. We look at what individuals have done to look after themselves and what they'd consider helpful for working in the industry in the curre…

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FIKA with Coach Liz #3 44:41

2M ago44:41

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Welcome to episode 274 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast! We’re back with the third installment of our fan favorite Fika with Coach Liz series. In this conversation we cover a lot of ground including how to taper, the importance of strength work, and so much more! Special thanks to everyone that submitted questions. Enjoy! ~~~ That’s it for …

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Meet The Rad New Trailhead Co-Host 42:50

2M ago42:50

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Welcome Brendan Leonard to The Trailhead! He’s the mind behind Semi-Rad, the master of stick figure cartoons, and now, he’s Zoë’s new co-host on The Trailhead. But instead of the usual "tell us about yourself" intro, we’re doing things our way. In this episode, Brendan gets interviewed by the person who knows him best—his mom. Kathy Leonard pulls n…

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The Appeal of Japanese Adventure Games feat. Bowl of Lentils – Hot Pot Gaming Podcast 1:56:04

2M ago1:56:04

1:56:04

Despite what some people might assume, Japanese adventure games and visual novels are a big blind spot for me. And while I've enjoyed the games, most titles in the genre rarely grab my interest. In this episode, I talk to Bowl of Lentils, who has created videos about the genre's history and why these games matter. We go in-depth into the genre's co…

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Episode 243 | Sebastian Junger on Running, Writing, and Not Negotiating With Yourself 1:40:50

2M ago1:40:50

1:40:50

Sebastian Junger is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Perfect Storm, Fire, A Death in Belmont, War, Tribe, Freedom, and In My Time of Dying, as well as an award-winning journalist, documentary filmmaker, and, perhaps most impressively, highly accomplished distance runner. A collegiate athlete at Wesleyan University in the early 1980s,…

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Big Alta 50km 2025 Race Report 39:54

2M ago39:54

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In episode 273 of the Low Tide Boys, a Swimrun Podcast, we provide an in-depth race report on our local trail run, the Big Alta 50K. The challenging course, spanning 31 miles with 7,000 feet of climbing in Northern Marin County, truly tested our endurance and strategy. We delve into our pre-race preparation, nutrition plans, and race day experience…

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The Story of None to Run (Part 2) 21:27

2M ago21:27

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In Part 2 of our conversation with None to Run founder Mark Kennedy, he goes deeper into the mindset, mission, and meaning behind helping beginners become lifelong runners. Part 2 is for beginner runners who need a reminder that progress takes time — and that every running journey is unique. It’s also for anyone curious about the heart behind None …

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The Story of None to Run (Part 1) 49:04

2M ago49:04

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In this episode (Part 1 of 2), Mark Kennedy, the founder of None to Run, shares how his lifelong love of sports led him to create one of the most supportive running apps and communities for beginners. Mark opens up about: His transition from a corporate career to entrepreneurship The inspiration behind the None to Run app Why understanding your aud…

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Interview with Mario Fraioli 1:00:42

3M ago1:00:42

1:00:42

Mario Fraioli is the host of The Morning Shakeout podcast and the author of the weekly newsletter of the same name. As well as these well-known endeavours, he spends the majority of his work as a full-time endurance running coach. In this episode, timed to drop a month prior to a number of major marathon races Worldwide, FMC podcast host Stu Hollid…

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Fueling Masterclass for ÖTILLÖ, The Swimrun World Championship 57:31

3M ago57:31

57:31

Welcome to episode 272 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast! We’ve got nothing short of a masterpiece/masterclass episode this week. In 2022, Andy Blow joined us on Episode 118 for our Countdown to ÖTILLÖ series to share his thoughts on how to best approach fueling for ÖTILLÖ, The Swimrun World Championship. We decided to re-release this episod…

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A New Adventure Begins With Buzz Burrell 37:00

3M ago37:00

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Big changes are happening at The Trailhead! In this episode, co-hosts Zoë Rom and Buzz Burrell reflect on Buzz’s legendary career in trail running and his next big adventure—his very own podcast, The Buzz with Buzz Burrell. Buzz shares his perspective on how the sport has evolved, from the early days of ultrarunning to the rise of FKTs (Fastest Kno…

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Man and Tower in Balance – OCP Podcast Episode 366 1:06:44

3M ago1:06:44

1:06:44

This week, I talk about my final thoughts on Sanctum 2 and Ed-0: Zombie Uprising, give a little postmortem on my Nintendo video, and talk the new VR Chat webcam support and Copilot for Xbox. Opening Music from Sanctum 2 Scar-Lead Salvation Website VRChat Webcam Support Xbox Copilot Program Sangokushi Taisen Website Million Arthur GP Usage Announced…

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256: NAPA Auto Parts Oni 1:43:12

3M ago1:43:12

1:43:12

We’re working on a new audio software for editing, so maybe this will be one of those crazy eps that sound like they’re going too fast, but on the bright side, we do sound less stupid! Today: big breakfasts; SkiFree 2; Alex pulls the plug on live events (going to them, I mean); Keebee and Baby Robot; car antenna? More like anten-no; doing the Gramp…

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Top 5 Worst Swimrun Advice Nuggets 22:37

3M ago22:37

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Welcome to episode 271 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast! We’ve got something new for everyone. In this week’s episode we break down the 5 worst pieces of Swimrun advice that we’ve heard and have some fun reframing these into good advice. Don’t commit Swimrun malpractice and make sure that you’re not making these mistakes whether you’re a be…

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Ötillö Catalina Course Preview with Ötillö USA Race Director Lars Finanger 1:01:19

3M ago1:01:19

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Welcome to episode 270 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast! ÖTILLÖ Catalina is just under two months away and, in case it wasn’t already apparent, we’re super stoked for the return of this amazing event. Joining us today to get everyone who may not be on our level of stoke (yet) is our dear friend and race director Lars Finanger. In this conve…

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How to Run (and Love) Your First Ultra 54:42

3M ago54:42

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What makes someone want to run their first ultra? And more importantly—what makes them want to come back for a second? The reality is, most people who sign up for an ultra only do one. But why? And how can we help more runners not just finish, but fall in love with the sport? Tune in for tips on running your first - or even tenth - ultramarathon. I…

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The Essence of Modern Nintendo – Hot Pot Gaming Podcast 1:35:22

3M ago1:35:22

1:35:22

As weird as my gaming tastes are today, I think I'm still ultimately a Nintendo fan at heart. Reflecting on my recent Nintendo video made me want to talk to a younger fan to better understand what they love about Nintendo today. Josie of the Josie Woah YouTube channel took the time to talk to me about how she got into Nintendo, her view on classic …

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Episode 242 | Simon Freeman and Mario Fraioli on The Importance of Making Time for Quiet, Creating Space, and Slowing Down 1:09:09

3M ago1:09:09

1:09:09

I recently sat down with my good friend and frequent podcast guest Simon Freeman, the co-founder, editor, and publisher of my favorite running magazine, Like The Wind, for our first quarterly conversation of 2025, which you can listen to wherever you get the morning shakeout podcast. An excerpt of this exchange can be found in Issue #44 of LtW, whi…

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Team Poppy and Branch 57:30

3M ago57:30

57:30

Welcome to episode 269 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast! We’re wrapping up Partners Month with an epic “meet up right the before the race” story of Team Poppy and Branch, a.k.a. Hannah Calton and Aaron Palaian. If these names sound familiar it’s because Aaron is a race director and Hannah runs social media for ÖTILLÖ USA. In this conversati…

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Team H2O 43:02

3M ago43:02

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Welcome to episode 268 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast! Partners month continues with yet another great story of siblings coming together to do cool stuff! Joining us to talk about their Swimrun partnership is Team H20, A.K.A. Halie and Hunter Olsen. In this conversation we talked about what it’s like to race with your sibling, whether it …

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Love on the Run: Running, Family and Relationship Advice from Trail Running Power Couples 50:43

4M ago50:43

50:43

1:42 – Buzz and Zoë dive into how their relationship with running has evolved over the years. They explore what it takes to sustain a lifelong love of the sport—and Buzz dishes out some hard-earned running relationship wisdom. 11:58 – Zoë sits down with Tyler Green and Rachel Drake, a power couple in the ultrarunning world. They share the story of …

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I Don't Know Mermaid Lore – OCP Podcast Episode 365 1:22:04

4M ago1:22:04

1:22:04

This week I go through some recent picks ups, talk about some small mobile games, and give my thoughts on Storybook Workshop and Super Bunny Man. Opening Music From Storybook Workshop RPG Maker WITH Cross Platform Support Weather Forecaster - Predict Tomorrow's Weather

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255: Just Type Jonas Brothers 1:57:07

4M ago1:57:07

1:57:07

The classic taste is back! This month, a hilarious conversation about loss; worrying mom news distracts from vacation time; food poisoning turns into mood poisoning; the capture card as an invasive species; Alex's transcen-dental experience; the unbearable grossness of the human head; Ray experiences movie theater quality in his own home; Permanent…

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Team Twisted Sisters 58:59

4M ago58:59

58:59

Welcome to episode 267 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast! Partners month continues with a great story about Canada, sisterhood, and Canadian sisterhood! Joining us to talk about their Swimrun journey is Team Twisted Sisters, A.K.A. Karen and Lorraine Natho. This was a great conversation where we discussed what it’s like to race with your sis…

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