Today we catch up with data scientist and ultra runner John Kelly. We discuss his background, his analytical approach to endurance sports, and his experiences competing in iconic races like the Barkley Marathons. He explains how his professional background in data science allows him to break down complex logistical challenges into manageable components, providing a critical mental edge during grueling multi-day events. John also reflects on his time living in the United Kingdom, where h...

What is Children's Horror? And what do kids get out of it? With Halloween's sweet scent still in the air and Christmas inching closer, co-hosts Robert Lendrum and Jamie Roberts take a look at their first PG film, the holiday classic Gremlins and discuss the film as a horror film for kids. What is the 4th rule of the film? Why did they leave that scene in about Kate's dad? Where did Judge Reinhold go??? What were they thinking when they made Inhumanoids? Is Rob's kid possessed? Of course kids ...

On today's show we speak with Tove Alexanderson, a highly decorated Swedish athlete known for her dominance in orienteering and multiple other endurance sports. Alexanderson discusses her transition from a childhood passion for navigating forests to competing in ski mountaineering and trail running, emphasizing her preference for the training process over the stress of competition. We discuss versatility as she prepares for Olympic qualification while shifting her focus toward mountain-based ...

Pulled one from the vault for a little holiday bonus. We may do this from time to time. Happy Holidays from the Running Scared team of Robert Lendrum and Jamie Roberts. To get you in the festive spirit, we're reviewing a Canadian cult classic Black Christmas (1974). Although made on a small budget, it features some big Canadian acting talent and several key innovations for the genre of horror. That being said, is this a comedy or a cop movie? A genre bending art film or a cop out? What ...

Back to back! Last week episode was sooo good we though we'd give you a double dose of the sisters! It's Christmas time and who's up for the "reindeer run" game! This is how you play: One sister runs and the other follows in a car, counting Christmas reindeer decorations in various neighborhoods with the ultimate goal to see who can spot more. Along the way they discuss their holiday experiences, including decorating, past breakups during Christmas, and participating in a virtual race organiz...

The sisters are back and this time they brought a friend! This week, Justine and Kylie chat with Cora Dunham about her running journey and coordinating virtual races. She shares her background in running, detailing her motivation from competitive challenges at her gym and her experience with local fun runs, including the themed "Dirty Wookie" race in Reno. They talk about Cora's passion for event coordination and the "Life of a Runner Girl" virtual 5K/10K she organized, which was inspired by ...

On todays show we are thrilled to be joining ultra runner and activist Damian Hall as he runs in the soggy English countryside. We recount how Hall's previous career as a published journalist directly influenced his ultrarunning approach, and accelerated his training and racing by requiring compelling narrative "jeopardy" for assignments. We then dive into to Hall's activist pursuits, addressing his work with organizations like The Green Runners and Into Ultra, which promote sustainability an...

On todays episode of Rucking Around, host Ari Fleman chats with guest Chris Vick, owner of Squatch Survival Gear. Chris, a former airborne infantry soldier, explains that his business was born out of modifying his uncomfortable military Alice pack and later using rucking to manage PTSD and chronic injuries following his service. The company's core mission is to overcome existing industry flaws by prioritizing comfort and endurance in pack design, recognizing that proper fit is crucial f...

Happy Thanksgiving! Kylie and Justine start by discussing their unique Canadian Thanksgiving tradition celebrated in October, which involves a feast with maple syrup and everyone wearing "Canadian tuxedos."They then dive into the history of Turkey Trots, the popular Thanksgiving Day races, noting the first one in Buffalo, New York, in 1896 as the oldest continuous footrace in North America. They share numerous personal "running scared" stories including a protein shake mistake and a grand sla...

Get your sneakers laced up for the exciting conclusion to our jogcast series Blood at Night! The Running Scared boys have fled the Night Flyers by entering a mysterious tunnel system. Can they find their way out before becoming the main course at a vampire banquet! It's an epic run-for-your-life through the blood soaked caverns of your worst nightmares! Plus it's kinda funny - mostly intentionally. To hear this jogcast without our preamble, support us on our Patreon at: patreon....

Every night Martin Haelstrom has the same nightmare: he runs to save his father trapped in a burning cabin, but never makes it in time. Just like that night all those years ago. Now, Martin is back in Washington State to rebuild the cabin and beat his time in a 5-mile race. The same time he’s beat all over the world on different terrain, but this time it’s not the environment that will challenge him. Something from the past wants to push him to his limits. Something wants him dead. Haunted by...

Today’s episode is a fun one. We’re hanging out with friend of the pod, ultra‑runner Michael Wardian. If you’ve been following along, you might remember we teamed up with Mike a while back to create an audio drama about his run at Badwater 135 — called “Inferno.” When we launched Running Buddies, he was all in, so it’s always great to reconnect. This time, we tagged along for a run through the streets of Arlington with one of the true legends in the running world. Mike’s story is wild. H...

On today's show we are thrilled to be running with Ragna Debats a champion who has won major races like the Marathon des Sables and UTMB CCC. We discuss Ragna's transition from the sport of equestrian to her celebrated running career and how her background may have provided a foundational mental fortitude for ultra-running. The discussion also touches on the increased popularity of running, Debats' personal challenges with performance pressure following major wins, and her future goals, inclu...

On todays show, host Ari Fleeman talks to Nick Davis, the innovator behind a new fitness product called the Cinderuck. They discuss the Cinderuck, a backpack designed to incorporate a standard cinder block for rucking and hybrid workouts, providing a cost-effective alternative to traditional rucking plates and specialized gear. Davis explains that the product originated from his experiences in the F3 workout community and the need for an easy-to-transport, low-cost weight solution, part...

On todays show, Soul Sisters co-hosts Justine and Kylie do battle in a unique competition combining mental and physical challenges. The hosts devise a game inspired by The New York Times mini-games, challenging each other with Wordle, a custom Crossword puzzle, Strands, and Connections, tallying up their completion times for each game. After the puzzle segment, the hosts compare their cumulative game times to their individual times for running one mile, aiming to determine a final winner base...

It's Halloween - our favourite time of year - and as a special treat we are running with Marnie Kunz, founder of the running website and newsletter Run Street. We catch up with Marnie as she's moving through Brooklyn's spooky, yet peaceful Greenwood Cemetery. Kunz discusses her journey as a runner, coach, and writer, detailing how she connects running with spooky history through initiatives like the Haunted NYC challenge. We talk about New York City's vibrant running culture, scenic run...

It's Halloween and the Sole Sisters are back at it again except this time they have company! On today's show they welcome guest Sarah Raitter for the Halloween-themed "trick-or-treat mile" running event where participants must consume either a piece of candy (treat) or a shot of alcohol (trick) before each of the four laps. The hosts, and Sarah (an organizer of the event), talk through Kylie and Justine's experiences completing the mile, which involves drinking Fireball whiskey and caramel vo...

On todays show we are running with Justin Andreas, a digital creator, runner, and ultra-marathoner stationed in Fairbanks, Alaska! From the moment we began the interview, Justin's positivity and forward thinking mentality shine through. We discuss the unique challenges of running in the Alaskan wilderness, his experiences and overcoming difficulties in races like the Big Horn 100, and his personal philosophy for ultra-running. Justin also shares his goals, such as running an ultra-marat...

On today's episode of Running Buddies we are on the trail with track runner and coach Michael Darazi. We discuss Mike's goal to compete for the Lebanese national track team and get into the process of how it all came about. From joining a running club in Lebanon to competing in their national championships for cross country and track and field, Mike's passion shines through as he shares his future goal of achieving a top-seven finish to qualify for the World Championship. We also discuss his ...

In todays episode of Rucking Around Ari invites functional fitness athlete Luke Halterman, also known as "Luke Skywalker." on to the show. Luke serves as the DEKA Southwest Road Show Coordinator, a hybrid fitness event series that is a subsidiary of Spartan Race. They discuss his role and the growth of hybrid racing, contrasting DEKA with its main competitor, Hyrox. They explore the appeal of hybrid racing, Halterman's unique training regimen, his background in American Ninja Warrior, and the...