Part 1 of our LIVE Stream from the Millennium Running Manchester City Marathon, Half Marathon, Relay and 5k!

The conversation revolves around the Manchester City Marathon, featuring discussions about the event, personal experiences of the hosts and guests, and insights into the charity work supporting veterans. The hosts engage with participants, sharing stories and statistics about the race while highlighting the importance of community and support for veterans. The conversation explores the impact of organizations supporting veterans, particularly Navy SEALs, through various therapeutic programs and community events. It highlights personal stories of participants in running events, their motivations, and the camaraderie built through shared experiences.

Takeaways

• Community engagement in marathons
• Support for veterans is crucial Support for veterans is crucial
• Community events foster connections

Chapters

• 00:07 Intro
• 04:32 Thomas
• 08:21 Fun Race Facts and Sponsors
• 11:14 Greg
• 14:46 This or That?
• 18:33 Carolyn
• 23:19 Sal from Swim with a Mission
• 47:01 Stephanie (Women's Half Marathon 2nd Place)
• 56:04 Dr. Frank (Back in Action)

We are wicked excited to welcome Scot DeDeo to the PodFam as he's about to take on his Epic Crossing of Massachusetts!

On the Runs co-hosts Eric and Erika open with running, travel, and Halloween stories before welcoming ultra-runner Scot DeDeo. Scot recounts his path from high-school track and pole vaulting to 200-mile races, explains pole-vaulting technique and competition strategy, and previews an end-to-end Massachusetts FKT attempt supporting the Michael J. Fox Foundation. Ultrarunner Scot DeDeo recounts his unusual path from track and field and triathlons to ultras, including a first 50K podium, a punishing Leadville race, and his 200-mile Tahoe finish. Hosts Eric and Erika draw out the practical lessons and personal moments behind the races, from altitude and pacing to sleep, crew support, and community. Scot DeDeo joins hosts Eric and Erika to discuss his ultra-running, his close-knit Belmont running community, and the story behind Epic Crossing Massachusetts: a roughly 150-mile west-to-east run planned as a new fastest known time. He explains how the route connects Massachusetts history with the legend of Pheidippides, and why he is using the challenge to honor his mother and raise funds for Parkinson’s research.

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Chapters

• 00:00 Intro
• 08:20 Halloween Fun
• 16:00 Guest Segment Scot DeDeo
• 22:23 From soccer fitness to a memorable 62-second 400
• 27:07 Pole-vault physics, equipment, and competition strategy
• 34:25 Asthma treatment, triathlons, and an unconventional route to ultras
• 37:33 A first 50K in Florida, with a 40-mile peak week
• 41:33 From early races to a tough day at Leadville
• 49:10 Why Scot finally entered the Tahoe 200
• 52:59 The 200-mile plan: sleep stations, pacers, and crew
• 01:00:05 Meeting Becca before the World Marathon Challenge
• 01:02:30 Writing Zdeno Chara’s marathon training plan
• 01:05:46 The idea behind a 150-mile Massachusetts crossing
• 01:13:32 Honoring Scot’s mother and raising Parkinson’s funds
• 01:19:00 Scot’s hot take and song
• 01:21:14 Breaking Becca
• 01:26:07 Outro

We are thrilled to drop another PodFam Group Chat Episode with Yuki, Chad, Kate, Josh, Jenene, Hanna and Letty!

The conversation covers various aspects of the New York City Marathon, including technical issues faced by the hosts, the excitement surrounding the race, and detailed discussions about the performances of both the women's and men's races. The hosts also touch on the significance of charity runners and share personal experiences related to the marathon. The conversation explores the emotional highs of marathon experiences, the importance of community support, and the logistics of race day. Participants share personal stories, celebrate achievements, and discuss the camaraderie that comes with running events. The conversation explores the experiences of marathon runners, focusing on costume creation, race day emotions, and the importance of support from friends and community. It highlights personal stories of dedication, connection, and the joy of running together, culminating in reflections on future races and celebrations. The conversation revolves around the experiences of participants in recent marathons, focusing on post-race celebrations, medal comparisons, expo experiences, and the fun of dressing up for events. The group shares personal anecdotes, highlighting the camaraderie and excitement surrounding marathon culture. The conversation revolves around personal experiences and reflections from a recent marathon, highlighting individual achievements, emotional moments, and the camaraderie among runners. Participants share their thoughts on the significance of running, celebrity encounters, and the unique aspects of different marathons. The conversation revolves around the experiences of participants in the New York City Marathon, highlighting memorable moments, emotional highs, and personal triumphs. The group shares their unique stories, connections to family, and reflections on the race, culminating in a discussion about their experiences and rankings of various marathons.

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Chapters

• Chapters
• 00:00 Intro
• 16:30 Letty Lundquist weighs in on the pro races and chaotic start
• 20:15 Hill training, the men’s winner, and wheelchair racing
• 24:56 Josh makes Jenene's sixth-star marathon her day
• 26:00 Yuki, Kate, and the start-line transportation stories
• 31:30 Kate’s New York course tour, mile-eight mini beer, and mile-22 Jell-O shot
• 33:40 Chad checks in with marathon-weekend freebies and recovery stops
• 36:31 Free food, pop-up panels, and endurance-athlete trick-or-treating
• 39:06 Yuki’s 20-hour rhinestone New York skyline skirt
• 41:13 A nervous first-timer finds comfort at the start
• 42:09 Team Lungevity connects runners through family and memory
• 44:45 Post-marathon recovery, a relay, and the next race
• 46:28 Chad paces Cindy through her first New York Marathon
• 49:00 Queensborough Bridge knee trouble and a mile-22 lift
• 52:12 A mile-25 celebration and running majors for the vibes
• 55:03 Chad’s next PR target: Houston
• 56:32 Marathon medals: New York, Chicago, and the details runners notice
• 59:16 Hanna’s 19-minute improvement and the Strava-mile debate
• 01:01:50 Bottle refills, slippery aid stations, and race-day logistics
• 01:04:04 Hanna’s local race weekend and expo volunteer shift
• 01:05:39 Kate’s Hamilton-themed 5K and adaptive run-walk intervals
• 01:07:44 Personalized marathon kits and the group’s race-day style
• 01:08:56 Jenene'ss six-star finish and the story behind it
• 01:18:00 Blind rankings, medal size, and design debates
• 01:23:02 Favorite weekend moments: coworkers, name cheers, and the start
• 01:36:21 A saved voicemail brings Janine’s mother to Queensboro
• 01:41:07 Pod-fam reflections, finish videos, and final congratulations