Best Blake Pace Podcasts (2025)

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Living in God's Rhythms | Eryn Lynum | Episode 373 1:07:23

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In this episode, Erin Lynam joins the conversation to share a powerful perspective on rest—why God created it, how we see it modeled in scripture, and even how creation itself points us to rhythms of work and rest. Erin is a certified master naturalist and the host of the Nat Theo kids’ podcast, which blends science and theology in ways the whole f…

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Marissa Groenewald: Beyond the Rope—Running for Change, Courage & Connection 39:02

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Send us a text 💭 “Discipline takes you places where motivation can’t.” — Marissa Groenewald, the Rope Runner What does it take to create an entirely new running discipline — rope running — while balancing motherhood, business, and a mission to fight human trafficking? In this episode of Trail Chasers, host Dean Horwitz is joined by Marissa Groenewa…

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Faith, Family, and the Future of Food | Ben and Corey Spell | Episode 372 1:03:03

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In this episode, Ben and Corey Spell—the founders of Good Ranchers—join the conversation to share their remarkable journey from ministry to building a company that’s reshaping the food industry. They open up about the leap of faith it took to start, the challenges of bringing transparency and integrity to meat sourcing, and the hurdles they’ve face…

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The Bible Made Simple | Zach Windal | Episode 371 56:09

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In this episode, Pastor Zach Windal joins the conversation to share how he’s making scripture accessible for everyday life. From his personal journey of discovering truth to the practical ways he helps people connect with God’s Word, Zach brings clarity and encouragement for anyone longing to strengthen their faith. He breaks down the barriers that…

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Daniel Claassen: Beyond the Finish Line—Balancing Work, Life & Running at the Highest Level 1:04:08

16d ago1:04:08

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Send us a text 💭 “I try to put my life into different boxes — work, running, social, family — and give each one the time it deserves. Because if everything overlaps, life just becomes chaos.” — Daniel Claassen What does balance really look like when you’re working full-time, running professionally, and still competing on the world stage? In this ep…

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At the Pace of Grace | Dawnchere Wilkerson | Episode 370 40:55

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In this episode, Pastor Dawnchere Wilkerson joins the conversation to share her journey of faith, leadership, and the challenges of building a life centered on purpose. She opens up about the lessons she has learned through ministry, family, and serving her community, offering encouragement for anyone navigating seasons of growth and transition. Wi…

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Kane Reilly: Running for Life – Balance, Consistency & the Long Game 57:00

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Send us a text 💭 “If you told me I was never going to race again, I’d still run every day.” — Kane Reilly What does it take to stay in love with running after more than a decade in the sport? To keep showing up, not just for results, but for the process itself? To balance competition, work, family, and still find joy on the trails? In this episode …

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Living Surrendered | Katie David Majors | Episode 369 1:03:51

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Author, speaker, and founder of Amazima Ministries Katie Davis Majors joins Blake to share her remarkable journey from an ordinary teenager in Tennessee to building a life and ministry in Uganda, where she has served thousands through education, discipleship, and community development. Together, they reflect on what it means to live with childlike …

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Robbie Rorich: The Joy of Running - Chasing Flow, Freedom & Wild Adventures 47:18

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Send us a text 💭 “As a child, we have these amazing experiences… we don’t have to go too far from that to feel the same magic again.” — Robbie Rorich What does it mean to run for joy, not just results? How do you keep the spark alive when running becomes serious? How can you step onto the trail and find freedom, flow, and adventure in every stride?…

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Healing Rest | Becky Thompson | Episode 368 1:16:11

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The Speakeasy Podcast is now on YouTube! You can watch the episodes here. Author, speaker, and Bible teacher Becky Thompson joins Blake to discuss her new book, Healing Rest. Becky shares how God has led her through seasons of fear, anxiety, and exhaustion into a deeper understanding of rest as a biblical and healing practice. Together, they explor…

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Blake Dyson: The Gift of Trails — Building Community, Safety & Purpose on the Mountain 1:03:18

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Send us a text 💭 “Trails connect us to wild spaces, to communities, and to ourselves.” — Blake Dyason What does it really mean to give back to the places we run? To protect the paths that hold our best memories, our hardest moments, and the people we’ve met along the way? In this episode of Trail Chasers, host Dean Horwitz is joined by Blake Dyason…

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"I Don't Even Like Women" & Other Lies That Hold Us Back | Natalie Runion | Episode 366 1:09:25

1M ago1:09:25

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Author and teacher Natalie Runion joins Blake to discuss her newest book I Don’t Even Like Women, the third installment in her trilogy exploring the state of the church and the role of women within it. She shares her personal journey from resistance to embracing women's ministry, highlighting how past wounds, competition, and internalized lies shap…

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Jeremy Bohnett: Chief of Stoke — From Basement Brews to Trail-Running Fuel Made for Trail Runners by Trail Runners 41:46

2M ago41:46

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Send us a text 💭 “We’re just a bunch of trail runners trying to solve a problem we’ve had ourselves.” Jeremy Bohnett didn’t set out to build a sports nutrition brand. But when his best friend started mixing powders in his basement, something clicked. That something became Hyperlyte—a no-BS fuel made by trail runners, for trail runners. In this seco…

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A Time of Pruning & Unexpected Seasons: a Yap Session | Blake Guichet | Episode 366 45:21

2M ago45:21

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In this vulnerable solo episode, Blake shares an unplanned mid-year reflection after losing a recorded interview—an unexpected gap that turned into sacred space for recalibration. She dives deep into how her 2025 word, “Let there be fruit,” has shown up not in productivity or accolades, but in the painful, refining work of pruning identity idols—li…

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Ally Sieff: From Trail Snail to Trail Runner—Embracing the Pace & Owning the Journey 46:46

2M ago46:46

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Send us a text 💭 “I used to feel so embarrassed being the slow one. Now? I just embrace it. Trail on one sock, snail on the other.” — Ally Sieff What does your first year of trail running really look like? The nerves. The falls. The group runs where you get dropped. The slow, quiet wins that no one sees. In this episode of Trail Chasers, host Dean …

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A Little Less Toxic (Without Being Legalistic or Neglectful) | Shawna Holman | Episode 364 1:34:34

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This episode is a powerful and deeply personal conversation with Shawna from A Little Less Toxic, who shares the health crisis that completely redirected her life. After years of unexplained pain and misdiagnoses, a near-death experience with sepsis prompted her to explore root causes of chronic inflammation and ultimately transform her approach to…

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Mariella Sawyer: Trail Running Nutrition Simplified—Fuel, Hydration & Energy Tips That Work 1:02:43

2M ago1:02:43

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Send us a text 💭 “Fasted training. That’s the one that gets me. If you want to raise my blood pressure, bring up fasted training.” — Mariella Sawyer What if your low energy, cramping, or mental fog on the trails isn’t a fitness issue… but a fuelling one? In this episode of Trail Chasers, we’re joined by Mariella Sawyer—professional triathlete, regi…

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How the Cogmans Trail Run Became a Winter Classic | Robert Le Brun on Running Wild and Free 21:10

2M ago21:10

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Send us a text 💭 "We just wanted to bring people together to experience the beauty of Montagu's trails." – Robert Le Brun What happens when a trail runner with a dream sets out to showcase one of South Africa’s hidden gems? If you're Robert Le Brun AKA Brundle, you create the Cogmans Trail Run—a community-driven race through the rugged, beautiful t…

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Should Christians Use AI? The Good, Bad, & Scary | Drew Dickens | Episode 363 1:20:05

2M ago1:20:05

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Visionary leader and scholar Drew Dickens joins Blake to unpack the promises and pitfalls of artificial intelligence in our spiritual and everyday lives. From the temptation of spiritual sloth to the rise of misinformation and echo chambers, we explore how AI can both enrich and erode meaningful engagement with truth, study, and community. The conv…

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Hans Troyer: Big Energy, Bigger Dreams – The Kid Who Can Go the Distance 48:08

2M ago48:08

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Send us a text 💭 “I just fell in love with it—and now I can’t stop.” Hans Troyer is only 10 races into his trail running journey, but he’s already bringing serious energy, heart, and chaos to the sport. Known as The Destroyer, Hans is the kind of runner you notice—not because of podiums, but because of pure passion. In this international debut of T…

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Janet Steer: Starting Late, Going Long — Why It’s Never Too Late to Try 52:57

2M ago52:57

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Send us a text 💭 “If there’s a fizz of possibility, I’m there.” – Janet Steer What if your greatest endurance strength wasn’t speed but the willingness to start? In this episode of Trail Chasers, we meet Janet Steer: mom of three, late starter, and now a back-of-the-pack ultrarunner who’s taken on the Gobi Desert March, the UTCT 100-miler and most …

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Raising Outside Kids | Camille Kent | Episode 363 1:03:48

2M ago1:03:48

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Owner of Bow and Arrow Outdoors Camille Kent joins Blake to reflect on their 90s childhoods and explore what it looks like to raise kids in today’s tech-heavy world while preserving imagination, outdoor play, and confidence. Camille shares how she and her husband created a children’s outdoor apparel brand designed to encourage kids to embrace natur…

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James Montgomery: Run with Purpose—How Coaching Helps You Grow on and off the Trails 1:16:54

3M ago1:16:54

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Send us a text 💭 “The most important thing you can do as a coach is respect that you don’t know everything.” What if unlocking your trail running potential wasn’t about running harder—but about learning to do less, better? In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with James Montgomery—trail running coach, performance strategist, and co-founder…

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Faithful in the Fire: Preparing for Days of Darkness | Andy Coleman | Episode 362 58:38

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President of Christian Emergency Alliance Andy Coleman joins Blake to discuss what it means to live as ordinary Christians in unusual times. Andy shares global stories of persecution and spiritual resilience, offering insight into how believers—whether new to the faith or seasoned—can stay grounded amid cultural pressure and spiritual opposition. T…

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Pause Before You Snap: Real Talk on Mom Anger | Elizabeth Andreyevskiy | Episode 361 1:03:54

3M ago1:03:54

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Anger management coach for Christian moms and podcaster Elizabeth joins Blake to discuss challenges of managing anger as mothers. Elizabeth shares her personal journey, revealing how the stress of motherhood led to moments of intense rage and the profound impact it had on her family. They explore the importance of self-care and spiritual grounding …

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Michael Edwards: Running for Rivers—How RMB is Shaping Trail Events with Purpose 19:14

3M ago19:14

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Send us a text 💭 "It does what it says on the tin. We are running—for rivers." What happens when a race is built with intention—not just to challenge runners, but to protect the places we run? If you're Michael Edwards from RMB, you partner up with Plaisir Wine Estate and the Banhoek Conservancy to create a trail event where every step supports con…

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What God Can Do with Our Confessions | Anne Beiler | Episode 360 1:21:20

3M ago1:21:20

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Founder of Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, Anne Beiler joins Blake to share the powerful story behind the brand so many grew up loving. Anne reflects on her upbringing in an Amish Mennonite community, where faith, family, and simplicity shaped her early view that life was good and God was harsh. She vulnerably recounts how this belief was challenged throug…

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Hein Boonzaaier | Full Send, Full Circle — How a Post-COVID Trail Challenge Became a Community Movement 19:39

3M ago19:39

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Send us a text 💭 “We just wanted to create something that made people feel part of something again.” What do you do when races are cancelled, trails are empty, and the world has gone quiet? If you're Hein Boonzaaier, you team up with the legend Mike Obery and build something new. In this episode of Behind the Trails, we go back a few years to the b…

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Dr. Shaundre Jacobs: Built to Run—Strength, Power & Performance on the Trails 57:23

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Send us a text 💭 “Strength training is such a powerful tool to change someone’s life—whether it’s for health or performance.” What if getting better at trail running didn’t mean running more—but building strength where it matters most? In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with Dr. Shaundre Jacobs—a sports scientist, strength & conditioning…

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The Tech Exit: Is There a Better Way? | Clare Morell | Episode 359 1:07:57

3M ago1:07:57

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Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, author, and mom Clare Morrell joins Blake to discuss her book The Tech Exit and the challenges of parenting in a tech-saturated world. Clare shares her motivation for writing the book, rooted in her background in child protection and tech policy, and emphasizes the need for a countercultural approach t…

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Rory Petzer: Champions Assemble — The Joy of Running, Laughing, and Showing Up 36:36

4M ago36:36

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Send us a text 💭 “Champions assemble!” Rory Petzer isn’t just funny—he’s thoughtful, real, and surprisingly honest about what running means to him. In this first episode of our new series The People I Meet, Rory—comedian, radio host, and self-proclaimed non-runner—shares how running became his anchor during tough times, why the running community fe…

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Peace on Purpose: Walking Differently in a Chaotic World | Leslie Burris | Episode 358 1:10:56

4M ago1:10:56

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Podcaster, homemaker, and mom Leslie Burris joins Blake to talk about the power of maintaining peace as a mom, especially in a culture filled with anxiety, judgment, and polarized views. She shares her personal journey of moving from perfectionism and fear-driven living to embracing grace, flexibility, and emotional resilience. The conversation div…

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Hein Viljoen: Beyond the Run—Why Strength & Conditioning is a Game-Changer 42:56

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Send us a text 💭 “It’s not flashy. It’s not gonna win you awards. You’re not putting it on Strava. But it impacts your runs tremendously.” What if the most important training you do doesn’t happen on the trails—but in the quiet, consistent work no one sees? In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with Hein Viljoen—physiotherapist, movement sp…

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The God Who Sees You: Even Here, Even Now | Rebecca Medina Stewart | Episode 357 1:06:08

4M ago1:06:08

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Author Rebecca Medina Stewart joins Blake to share her journey of healing from trauma and rediscovering the true nature of God. A former journalist and sexual assault survivor, Rebecca opens up about years of depression, unhealthy coping, and distorted beliefs about God rooted in early church experiences. She describes how hitting rock bottom becam…

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