Hard Work Pays Off: Alex Phillip
The 7x D3 National Champion, Alex Phillip, rejoins the podcast to talk about his time at North Carolina. Hear the lesson’s he learned at the next level.
Boston Breakthrough: Grant O’Connor
At the Boston Marathon, RPI Grad, Grant O’Connor finished 19th Overall and the 5th American. After missing the Olympic Trials by 28 seconds, this was a big day for the 2018 5k Champion. Hear about his post-collegiate running journey and his time at RPI.
From D3 to Pro: Matt Wilkinson
From Carleton to Minnesota to Under Armor’s Mission Run Dark Sky team, Matt Wilkinson has climbed the ranks of the running world. Training in Flagstaff, Arizona, Matt has his eyes set on big goals.
The D3 Trials Files: Josh Kalapos
Josh Kalapos heads to the Olympic Marathon trials as the last man in. His seed time is 2:18:00. His training with BAA has gone well that he’s ready to take a shot.
The D3 Trials Files: Ryan Jara
Ryan Jara was a 2:34 marathoner in 2019. He left college barely breaking 16 in the 5k. Now, he’s lining up at the Trials as a 2:17 marathon at the age of 36.
The D3 Trials Files: Holly Clarke
Happy New Year! We continue in our coverage of the 2024 Marathon Trials with Holly Clarke. The Johns Hopkins grad takes us through career progression and fills us in on her training for 2024.
The D3 Trials Files: Dan Vassallo
Dan Vassallo heads to Orlando for his third Olympic Trials. Learn more about the longevity the 2007 Colby grad throughout his running career.
Episode 119 - Jack Pinho Returns after Breaking 4
Jack Pinho returns to the podcast after breaking 4 at the BU Valentine meet! He gives updates since the last time we spoke in 2021 and his why to keep going when things got tough.
Episode 114 - Sara (Mostatabi) Passani
In her first marathon since the 2020 Olympic Trials, Sara Passani dropped a 6minute PR to run 2:34. Learn about Sara’s running journey and how she prioritizes balance in her training.
Episode 113 - Jarrod Ottman
In his debut marathon, Jarrod Ottman ran 2:16 to qualify for the Olympics Trials. Learn how he went from a 15:36 college 5k runner to a trials qualifier.
Episode 103 - Cris Gutierrez
From a 10:40 2miler in high school to a 2:23 marathon, Cris Gutierrez has experience it all in running. The idea of running being fun has propelled him through his post collegiate career.
Episode 102 - Jessie Cardin
Fresh off her 2:33 debut marathon, Jessie Cardin joins us to relive her exciting day in Chicago. Learn more about her D3 to Pro story.
Episode 99 - Samuel Gerstenbacher
After losing his senior season, Samuel Gerstenbacher took some time away from running. Now that he’s back, he’s set PRs in all of his main events.
Episode 98 - Genny Corcoran
Many athletes lost their season due to COVID-19. In an unofficial series, we’re going to be speaking with those athletes. First up - Genny Corcoran from SUNY Geneseo
Episode 96 - Dave Moller
We sat down with one of the only athletes to be an XC All-American from All 3 Divisions. Dave Moller had a tremendous 1974 season that included a national title at D3 and a top 10 finish at D1 nationals
Episode 81 - Kathy Derks
At UW-Stevens Point, Kathy Derks focused on the 400/800 while being volutold to do cross country. After she graduated, she began running more with the ultimate goal of running Boston. At this yer’s Boston Marathon, she was 18th overall, 8th American woman running 2:34. Learn how she went from a 400 runner to a 2:34 marathoner.