A running podcast dedicated to conversation, commentary, and fun. Our team has someone for everything, from pros to amateurs, track nerds to ultra athletes, shoe experts, and coaches. We love discussing all-things running with enough hilarious tangents to keep you on your toes. Like being on your favorite group run with friends. The Relay team of contributors includes Kofuzi, Stefanie Flippin, Lindsey Hein, Laura Thweatt, Tommie Runz, Peter Bromka, Marcus Brown, and Matt Chittim.
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Avalon Time is an American old-time radio comedy/variety program that ran from 1938-1940 on NBC's Red Network. The program was named after its sponsor, Avalon cigarettes. Over the course of its run, Avalon Time was also sponsored by Sir Walter Raleigh Pipe Tobacco and the Bulova Watch Company.
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The Forward Podcast with Lance Armstrong gives the audience a rare and revealing listen into Armstrong's conversations with an eclectic range of personalities—some well-known, others simply with intriguing stories to tell. Guests, which hail from the worlds of politics, entertainment, art, business, sport and beyond, have included Malcolm Gladwell, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Chris Evert and the Avett Brothers. The Forward often touches on the theme, or concept, from which the podcast’s name is dra ...
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Cooper Lutkenhaus Turns Pro at 16, Fall Marathon Fields, and UTMB Week
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52:09Today on group chat, we have Erika Kemp, Lindsey Hein, and Matt Chittim. Topics we covered: Cooper Lutkenhaus goes pro at 16 and signs with Nike NIL deals, college eligibility, and the value of NCAA programs vs. professional contracts Risks and benefits of skipping the collegiate system (facilities, coaching, social/educational experience) Fall mar…
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Condiments, Faith Kipyegon, Allie Ostrander, and Tommie is Put on Probabtion
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1:09:19In this lively conversation, Lindsey Hein, Erika Kemp, Tommie Runz, and Peter Bromka discuss various topics ranging from recent running events to internet culture and memes. They share hot takes on food preferences, analyze Faith Kipyegon's performance from the Diamond League, the importance of points in track and field, and the dynamics of communi…
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The Backstory of Sir Walter Miler: Community, Growth, and Athlete Engagement
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58:42In this conversation, Lindsey, Tommie, Matt, and Peter are joined by Sandy Roberts and Pat Price, founders of the Sir Walter Miler. They dive deep into the history and evolution of the Sir Walter Miler event. Topics discussed: Introduction to the Sir Walter Miler event The community engagement aspect Evolution of the event over the years The role o…
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Protect the Rail: US Champs Breakdown
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1:22:50This week on group chat, we have Kofuzi, Lindsey Hein, Stef Flippin, and Peter Bromka talking all things USAs!
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USAs Preview: Heat, High Stakes, and Who’s Ready to Break Through
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1:00:21This week on group chat, we have Erika Kemp, Peter Bromka, and Matt Chittim talking all things USAs!
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When Running News Breaks the Internet: Doping, Coldplay Scandals, and Who’s Actually the Best Athlete?
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1:12:23Today on group chat, we have Tommie Runz, Erika Kemp, Lindsey Hein, Peter Bromka, and Matt Chittim. Top Topics Covered: 1. Doping Scandals Rock Running: Deep dive into Ruth Chepngetich’s doping news, reactions from within the running world, and how it impacts both elite athletes and fans. 2. What Mainstream Audiences Actually Hear About Running: Wh…
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Summer Races, Swimming Struggles, and Podcasting Lessons: A Relay Catch-Up
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44:02Today on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein and Peter Bromka. Episode Rundown: Track and Field Summer Highlights: From Bailey Hertenstein's world standard in the 5K to Diamond League drama and Noah Lyles vs. Letsile Tebogo. Hardrock 100 and Trail Running Talk: Why 50-year-old Ludo dominated, Katie Schide's calm dominance, and the challenge of long ul…
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Today on group chat, we have Peter Bromka and Erika Kemp. Episode Rundown: 50th anniversary atmosphere and in-person experience at Pre Classic Standout performances across events, including Gudaf Tsegay’s and Faith Kipyegon’s world records Sage Hurta-Klecker’s standout pacing job and pacing strategy overall Long jump drama and showmanship from Tara…
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Just Take Off: Cemeteries, Sufferfests, and Sub-4 Dreams
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1:07:38Today on group chat, we have Erika Kemp, Peter Bromka, Tommie Runz, Kofuzi, and Marcus Brown. Episode Rundown: Running in the Heat and the “Park” Workout Debacle The Ethics of Running in Cemeteries Peachtree Road Race Preview Faith Kipyegon and Breaking 4 Event Legitimacy vs. Storytelling How Track Can Be More Fun (Without Losing Respect) Should Ki…
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Western States 100 is always one of the highlights of the running calendar and the 2025 edition was no different! There was more pre-race hype than we've ever had before and the race absolutely delivered. In this episode, Stefanie Flippin, Peter Bromka, and Matt Chittim break the men's and women's races, talk about lasting impressions from the race…
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Western States 100 Men's & Women's Preview
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55:27Petear Bromka and Matt Chittim preview the Western States Endurance Run in a year that is so full of storylines that they didn't come close to mentioning them all in an hour long episode! With that said, they cover the Return of the King (Killian), the hunt for course records (and the attrition that could result), and a look at the potential Top 10…
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Running in the Heat, Racing in Style, and Mantras That Make Us Laugh
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1:05:02Today on group chat, we have Erika Kemp, Peter Bromka, Lindsey Hein, and Kofuzi. Topics Covered: How elite runners train and race in extreme heat Behind the scenes at Brooks HQ Kofuzi accidentally holding Des Linden’s prototype race shoe What running gear says about your race-day confidence Thoughts on breaking the women’s mile world record (Breaki…
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Introducing Erika Kemp: 2:22 Marathoner, World Champs Team Member & New Relay Co-Host
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1:00:13In this episode of Relay, host Lindsey Hein introduces the newest member of the Relay team: Erika Kemp. Erika is an accomplished professional distance runner for Brooks, a 2:22 marathoner, and a two-time U.S. champion. She made headlines in her debut marathon at Boston in 2023, running the fastest time ever recorded by an American-born Black woman.…
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Big News From the Boston Marathon and Grand Slam Track: Our Thoughts
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1:05:15Today on group chat, we have Peter Bromka and Matt Chittim. Episode Rundown: All of the subscriptions that you need to be a track fan The recent news on Grand Slam track Boston Marathon’s consideration of downhill courses Changes to the Boston Marathon registering process Oslo Diamond League Nico Young’s breakout 5k win The Women’s 400m race in Osl…
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The Zooming Demons, We Out Here Trail Fest, and the Impact of NCAA Athlete Pay on Track and Field
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51:44This week on group chat, we have Erika Kemp, Lindsey Hein, Stef Flippin, and Peter Bromka. Episode Rundown: Some love for Ali Feller Erika’s mini 10k race and World Championship team selection We Out Here Trail Fest The Zooming Demons NCAA athletes now being paid and what that may mean for track and field Catching up on the Diamond League performan…
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Erika Kemp Joins Relay, NYC Mini 10K Preview, and of Course – Grand Slam Track Recap!
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57:50Episode Rundown: Erika Kemp joins Relay! Grand Slam Track catch up Erika’s career plans - any chance she gets back on the track? NYC Mini 10K Olympic Trials Standards Media recommendations: American Fly Girl HBO Mountainhead Forever on Netflix Four Weddings on HBO
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Western States, Cocodona 250, and Golden Trail with Brett Hornig
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1:05:10Trail and ultra running coach, runner, and commentator Brett Hornig joins the Relay crew of Stefanie Flippin, Peter Bromka, and Matt Chittim to hit some important trail topics headed into the summer. Specifically, we dive into: 1. Opposite yet equally exciting men’s and women’s storylines for the Wester States Endurance Run and our picks for who we…
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Summer of Speed! - The Cunningham Coaching Corner
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49:10Coach Cunningham is back! After celebrating the marathon last fall and then again, Peter and Jeff are back to try and convince you to "play with running" and test yourself at the mile, 5k, 10k, or any other distance that feels like speed to marathon legs. Check out more of Coach Cunningham's content here. And please let us know what other questions…
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Episode Rundown: Stef’s first road race in 6 years!! Another round of Grand Slam chat and what’s changed with those meets Free Trail Podcast episode with Tommie Tommie Trails or Tommie Roads? Weight vests for improved performance - yay or nay? Lindsey’s Instagram algorithm Teasing a new Relay team member Things we are loving: The Four Seasons on Ne…
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On this week's group chat, we have Lindsey Hein, Peter Bromka, and Matt Chittim geeking out on all things running YouTube! Channels we recccomended: https://youtube.com/@hansisyoungandfit?si=q7Tpk_-F12lWa_q3 https://youtube.com/@kristi-eramo-oconnell?si=jgmc3g6JkOOT3835 https://youtube.com/@flobergruns?si=6KXwjVpZpL6JvAa1 https://youtube.com/@thehe…
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USATF 5k Road Champs, Track Media Building a Relationship With the Athletes, & More!
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1:02:50This week on group chat, we have Kofuzi, Peter Bromka, and Lindsey Hein. Episode Rundown: USATF 5k Road Championships The World Road Running Champs being cancelled Grand Slam Track Miami Weekend Cocodona Recent Diamond League Kofuzi’s recent travel adventures
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Grand Slam Track in Miami is here and we are pumped! In this episode, Matt Chittim and Peter Bromka preview the action.
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London Marathon, Grand Slam Track Miami, and Faith Kipyegon's Sub 4 Mile Attempt
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57:24This week on group chat, we have Peter Bromka, Matt Chittim, and Marcus Brown. Episode Rundown: London Marathon recap Grand Slam track preview Faith Kipyegon’s sub 4 mile attempt
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The Boston Marathon Weekend Recap Episode!
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50:50This week on group chat, we have Kofuzi, Matt Chittim, Peter Bromka, and Tommie Runz chatting all things Boston Marathon weekend! List of approved shoes from World Athletics
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Relay Team Talks Boston Marathon Weekend, Gorge Waterfalls 100k, And Is Des Linden Running the USATF 50M Champs?
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55:03This week on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein, Kofuzi, Matt Chittim, and Peter Bromka. Episode Rundown: Boston Marathon Preview Where we’ll all be for Boston weekend The Runna App and future of AI coaching Breaking news from Lindsey Hein about her pickle ball career Getting nerdy about the trail racing scene Is Des Linden running the USATF 50M cham…
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The Ultimate Grand Slam Recap + a Deep Dive Into Kofuzi's Shoe Reviewing Strategy
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1:13:12On this group chat, we have Peter Bromka, Kofuzi, Matt Chittim, and Tommie Runz. Episode Rundown: Grand Slam Track recap and our unfiltered thoughts Kofuzi's recent trip to Kenya and an insight into how they train in Kenya A deep dive into Kofuzi's shoe review strategy
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Haftu Knight's Journey from Ethiopia to the Fastest Texas Marathoner of All-Time
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41:43In this engaging conversation, Haftu Knight shares his remarkable journey from Ethiopia to becoming one of the fastest marathoners in US history. He discusses his recent success at the McKirdy Micro Marathon where he ran 2:09:38. That performance made him the 22nd fastest marathoner in US history and the fastest Texas marathoner ever (he broke Alan…
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It's Grand Slam Track Week! Plus Tommie's Initial Thoughts After His Solo TSP
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1:07:44Today on group chat, you have Tommie Runz, Matt Chittim, Peter Bromka, and Lindsey Hein. Episode Rundown: Grand Slam preview Tommie's recap from TSP The TEN McKirdy Micro Marathons Show notes: The Single Track YouTube Channel Open by Andre Agassi
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Tommie's Speed Project Update, Steph Bruce Signing with Tracksmith, and Nerding Out on Ultras
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46:18Today on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein, Peter Bromka, and Matt Chittim. Episode Rundown: Tommie at The Speed Project Steph Bruce signing with Tracksmith Trail and Ultra races we’ve been watching Show notes: Tommie Runz fundraiser for Release Recovery Foundation: https://fundraisers.hakuapp.com/tommie-runz?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZTEFLEX7kaqPI…
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NYC Half Marathon Recap, NCAA Indoors, & Matt's New YouTube Series
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56:59This week on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein, Matt Chittim, and Peter Bromka. Episode Rundown: NCAA Indoors Matt’s basketball league NYC Half Recap The nitty gritty of form for sprinters and distance runners The unknown man (Matt Richtman) that ran a 2:07 marathon at the LA Marathon Keira D’Amato's career All-time greats in the sport Matt’s upcomi…
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Our man Tommie Runz is taking on The Speed Project SOLO! In this episode we get into the backstory, the funraising, the training, and the reason why he's heading to the desert for 340 miles of madness. Check out his announcement here! You can support his effort to support the Release Recovery Foundation here. Less than 2 weeks till we get to follow…
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Finding Love for the 10K: Peter’s Journey
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48:19Today on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein, Peter Bromka, and Matt Chittim. Episode Rundown: Natosha Rogers marathon result Kallup McCoy’s running journey What enneagram is Matt? Des and Kara’s 10k Helping Peter find love for the 10,000m The Speed Project Thank you to our sponsor: Cure Hydration Curehydration.com/relay and use the code “relay” f…
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US Half Marathon Championships, Yared's Mile World Record Attempt, and Documenting Your Training as a Professional Runner
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1:07:43Today on group chat, we have Peter Bromka, Kofuzi, and Tommie Runz. Episode Rundown: US Half Marathon Championships Yared’s mile world record attempt Josh Kerr pulling out of Milrose Games Clayton Young’s vulnerability on YouTube Notable documentaries in sport Thank you to our sponsor: Cure Hydration Curehydration.com/relay and use the code “rela…
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USATF Indoor Championships, Grand Slam Track, & USA Half Marathon Championships
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55:13Today on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein, Kofuzi, Peter Bromka, and Tommie Runz. Episode Rundown: Nikki Hiltz on a tear this weekend Dawn Harper Nelson as a commentator Grand Slam Track versus Indoor World Championships Gate River Run this weekend USA Half Marathon Championships Tommie’s high volume training Kofuzi’s adventures in Morocco Thank yo…
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Nonstop World Records, Fastest NFL Player, and Matt's Record Breaking Neighbor
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50:30Today on group chat, we have Laura Thweatt, Lindsey Hein, Peter Bromka, and Matt Chittim. Episode Rundown: All of the world records that went down this weekend The race walk world record Tyreek Hill versus Noah Lyles Who is the fastest in the NFL? Matt's record breaking neighbor Media recommendations: Love is Blind Season 8 Peter’s writing in podca…
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Michael Easter on the 2% Mindset & the Power of Discomfort
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1:14:10Lance is joined by Michael Easter, author of Scarcity Brain and The Comfort Crisis. Together, they discuss the power of discomfort, mindset shifts, and personal growth. Michael breaks down the inspiration behind his "2% mindset," the psychology of decision-making, and how small changes can create massive ripple effects over time. Maui Nui: The only…
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Millrose Games Recap, The End of the Bowerman Track Club Era, & Superbowl Sunday
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1:02:16Today on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein and Peter Bromka. Episode Rundown: Millrose games recap Sodium Bicarbonate The end of the Bowerman Track Club era Lindsey’s spring season of events Superbowl Sunday Media recommended: The Warm Hands of Ghosts Win the Inside Game David Sedaris books All the Hacks podcast Take on Barilla’s Protein Pasta Winte…
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Indoor Track is Back, Treadmill Running, and Shelby Houlihan's Return to Racing
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59:18Today on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein, Kofuzi, Laura Thweatt, Matt Chittim, and Peter Bromka. Episode Rundown: Indoor track recaps from the weekend Mike’s race and experience in Miami Shelby Houlihan’s return to racing Grand Slam meets to be broadcasted by CW Sports, Peacock, and NBC Balancing travel, work, and running Looking ahead to the Mara…
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New Pro Contracts: Brooks is Having a Moment!
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50:17Today on group chat, we have Tommie Runz, Lindsey Hein, and Peter Bromka. Episode rundown: Logging your shoes on Strava, yay or nay? New contracts rolling out for professional athletes Brooks is having a moment! The upcoming half marathon champs The Eugene Marathon and Tommie’s work there Show notes: Grant Fischer’s Race Workout: https://www.youtub…
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All Things Houston Marathon Weekend, AI Coaching, and Rivalries
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59:16Today on group chat, we have Kofuzi, Peter Bromka, and Laura Thweatt. Episode Rundown: Houston marathon and half marathon recap Recapping Kofuzi’s race in Houston Kofuzi’s reflections on working with the Runna app Joe Klecker’s half marathon debut The rivalries being built up Josh Hoey’s American Record in the indoor 1000m Take on Barilla’s Protein…
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Mayor of Boulder Running - Brian Schroy!
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1:08:23Ever wonder what it's like to live and train in Boulder? Would it be the dream of many miles on soft surfaces in thin air? Or the nightmare of never feeling like you've trained enough, leading to burnout, injury, and dejection? Laura Thweatt and Peter Bromka are joined by the unofficial and not self-anointed "Mayor of Boulder Running" Brian Schroy!…
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Kofuzi’s Race Week, What We’re Looking Forward to in 2025, Ingebrigtsen’s Marathon & More!
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1:08:11This week on group chat, we have Peter Bromka, Lindsey Hein, Tommie Runz, and Kofuzi. Episode Rundown: Will Laura become a shoe tester with Kofuzi? It’s race week for Kofuzi! What we’re looking forward to in 2025 Ingebrigtsen’s marathon (and his tattoo game!?) Woody Kincaid and Joe Klecker’s marathoning career and Joe's half marathon debut What’s o…
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Today on group chat, we have Matt Chittim, Peter Bromka, Laura Thweatt, and Lindsey Hein. Episode Rundown: Laura’s transition in her career and continuing to chase high level running while deciding her career path New things to look forward to with our Chat With a Pro series What shoes will Laura be trying on next? Will Peter finally coach Lindsey …
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This week on group chat, we have Kofuzi, Lindsey Hein, Peter Bromka and Tommie Runz. Each of the hosts share their favorite moments in the running world in 2024 including their favorite moment in the pro running scene, their own personal favorite running moment, and their favorite moment watching their friends crush their running goals! Media recom…
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CIM Highlights, Boston Indoor Track, and NAZ Elite Changes
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46:16This week on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein and Peter Bromka. Episode Rundown: CIM Recap Indoor track kicks off strong in Boston Honolulu Merrie Mile NAZ Elite cuts and the evolution of that team Media suggestions: Finding Me by Viola Davis Will and Harper
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Jeff Cunningham joins Peter Bromka to discuss developments at NAZ Elite, as well as ramble about the wide variety of reasons for sponsoring current and aspiring pro runners.
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Turkey Trot Rundown, Valencia Marathon Recap, & CIM Preview
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55:42Today on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein and Laura Thweatt sitting down for a girls chat! They talk all things turkey trots, recap the results of the Valencia Marathon, and give a rundown of the start lists for CIM this weekend! At the end, they also share some of their favorite books, shows, and movies they've been consuming! Media recommendation…
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In today's group chat, we have Kofuzi, Peter Bromka, and Tommie Runz breaking down The Running Event and all that's ahead for the running world!
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