Join us in this LIVE episode recorded live from the Boston Marathon Mile 27 post-race party, featuring inspiring stories of perseverance, record-breaking achievements, and the joy of crossing the finish line. Discover personal journeys, memorable moments, and future plans of runners from around the globe.

New friends and PodFam Matthias, Alan, Chris, Dillon (and his newly engaged fiancé Anna), Oliver, Allie G, Jared, Jordan, Maurice, Devon and Mike all join the show!

Main Insights & Topics Covered:

• Exciting race day experiences, including record-breaking performances and PRs, with detailed recounts from runners at mile 19.2 and the finish line.
• Unique challenges faced by runners, including injury, recovery, and the importance of mental resilience.
• Celebrating runners' milestones, including first majors, sixth stars, and fundraising achievements for charities like Dana-Farber.
• Engaging stories of proposals, family involvement, and community support during race events.
• The inclusive spirit of marathons: walkers, all paces, and charity runners' dedication.
• Celebrating the camaraderie, support crew, and special moments like race selfies, mile milestones, and fan encounters.

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Join us as we broadcast live from the Boston Marathon Fan Fest presented by Dicks Sporting Good's from Boston City Hall Plaza, capturing the spirit, stories, and camaraderie that make marathon weekend unforgettable. This episode features inspiring runner stories, exclusive insights into the Boston Bulldogs recovery community, and a celebration of the Boston Marathon’s rich culture and community bonds.

Key Topics:

• The making of Fan Fest: behind the scenes and memorable moments
• Stories of growth, recovery, and community from Boston Bulldogs members
• The journey of Dan and Conan from the Boston Bulldogs – mental health and recovery through running
• Love stories: Conan meeting his wife Megan and shared relationships in the running community
• Fundraising for Dana Farber and the impact of Team Skinny Pig
• Unique marathon experiences: Forrest Gump tribute, running in old-school shoes, and race day tips
• Local Boston favorites: Fenway, the Garden, Freedom Trail, and intimate town stories like Gloucester
• Race day advice: how to enjoy every moment and smile through the challenge
• Exciting upcoming races: plans for London, Berlin, Tokyo, and beyond

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to the Boston Marathon Fan Fest
03:29 Introducing the Bearded Runner and Conan
05:40 Conan's Journey with the Boston Bulldogs
09:29 Dan's Transformation and the Bulldogs' Impact
13:18 Finding Love and Community in Recovery
18:57 Dan's Forrest Gump Marathon Experience
31:59 Creativity and Fun Without Alcohol
36:48 Boston Marathon Weekend Activities
43:33 Jess's Journey to the Boston Marathon
51:05 Team Skinny Pig: A Mission of Hope
01:01:38 The Six Star Journey Begins
01:06:40 Preparing for the Boston Marathon
01:13:14 Team Skinny Pig and Community Support
01:20:35 Fundraising Insights and Strategies
01:29:52 Advice for Boston Marathon Runners

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Welcome to the PodFam Trenni!

Join us as we chat with NBC Olympics and sports broadcaster Trenni Casey about her journey from Running Marathons to Olympic coverage for NBC Sports. Trenni shares her incredible running journey, fundraising efforts for MS, and memorable Boston Marathon experiences that range from landing herself in the hospital to getting engaged.

During the Intro / Outro Eric and Erika catch up on weekend plans for the Boston Marathon. They do a little show and tell and an unboxing. Plus the give their opinions on the Paris Marathon Water debacle.

Chapters

00:00 Intro
09:43 Excitement for the Boston Marathon
13:38 Trenni Casey
17:01 The Olympics Experience
22:49 The Journey into Sports Reporting
28:52 Running Journey Begins
43:06 First Boston Marathon Experience
55:57 Running for a Cause: MS Run the US
01:09:22 Finding Joy in the Journey
01:19:47 Memorable Moments in the Boston Marathon
01:32:18 Hot Takes and Personal Opinions
01:41:26 Outro

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Chris and Alaina Lotsbom, welcome to the PodFam.

Alaina and Chris who both play big rolls working for the BAA join us to give us a inside look to the detials of the Boston Marathon coming up in just a few short days. We discover how volunteers, logistics, and community spirit come together to make this iconic event possible, and get behind-the-scenes insights into race week preparations, the intricacies of race day operations, the importance of storytelling, and the passion that makes Boston Marathon unique.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
03:27 Erika's California Trip and Running Plans
06:29 Boston Marathon Preparations and Live Show Details
12:12 Guest Introduction: Chris and Elena Lotsbom
20:59 The Journey to the BAA
23:56 The Role of Volunteers at the BAA
26:52 The Volunteer Process Explained
29:42 Behind the Scenes of Race Day
43:35 Roles and Responsibilities on Race Day
48:35 Communications and Media Relations
53:37 The Unique Atmosphere of the Boston Marathon
55:06 Stewardship of the Boston Marathon
01:04:08 Media and Race Operations at the Finish Line
01:10:52 The Importance of Teamwork in Event Planning
01:11:37 Hot Takes on the Boston Marathon
01:15:27 Connecting Sports Icons with the Marathon
01:20:19 Music that Motivates: Pump-Up Songs
01:23:20 Predictions for the Boston Marathon
01:28:39 Marathon Weekend Excitement
01:29:31 March Madness Reflections
01:32:13 Unique Medals and Awards
01:32:40 TV Show Discussions: The Pitt
01:35:32 Registration Challenges for the Cheap Marathon
01:37:52 Pricing and Value in Races
01:41:21 Final Thoughts on Race Costs and Experiences

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Join us as we chat LIVE with passionate runners and race announcers during the Millennium Running Cheap Marathon in Windham, New Hampshire. Hear from Jamie and Kayla after the finish their announcing duties. Sam from NYC. Eddie and Connor. Jenna and Jennifer, Krysta and Zeke. Paul who just got back from Disney World and we cap it off with PodFam legend Wyatt Moss. Plus we get to hear from Six Star Erika after she finishes her Marathon.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction with Tara, Jamie and Kayla
20:11 Sam Parry from NYC
28:18 Eddie and Connor
42:46 Jenna and Jennifer
50:45 Krystal and Ezekiel
01:05:31 Paul from Winchester
01:12:48 Wyatt Moss

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Welcome Meb, to the PodFam

Join us as we dive into Meb Keflezighi's (06:30) inspiring running journey, from his early days in Eritrea to his legendary marathon career, including Boston, New York, and Olympic experiences. Discover lessons on resilience, training, and the spirit of competition that can motivate runners at all levels. Meb Keflezighi spared no details about his 2014 Boston Marathon experience, overcoming adversity, and inspiring millions. Discover the behind-the-scenes stories, mental strategies, and the true meaning of perseverance in this heartfelt interview with Meb.

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During the Tros we are LIVE from the Millennium Running Cheap Marathon in Windham, New Hampshire after Six Star Erika wrapped up her Marathon and talking to many runners throughout the day (Episode coming on Thursday) and we had a couple fun appearances from Andy and DJ Darren Roy to cap off this episode.

Chapters

00:00 Intro - LIVE from the Millennium Running Cheap Marathon
06:30 Meb Keflezighi
09:29 Meb's First Marathon Experience
12:32 Lessons Learned from the New York City Marathon
15:32 The Impact of Eritrea on Meb's Running Journey
18:31 Meb's Boston Marathon Journey
21:23 Overcoming Challenges and Injuries
24:34 The Road to Victory
25:40 The Trials and Tribulations of Racing
28:27 The Impact of Loss on a Runner's Journey
31:31 The Significance of the Boston Marathon
36:19 Reflections on the 2013 Boston Marathon Bombing
38:15 Preparing for Redemption in 2014
42:46 The Race of a Lifetime: 2014 Boston Marathon
46:46 The Emotional Journey of the Boston Marathon
49:55 Strategic Decisions During the Race
52:12 The Moment of Victory
55:34 Life After Winning the Boston Marathon
58:40 A Call from the President
01:01:46 Living the American Dream
01:07:18 Outro - LIVE from the Millennium Running Cheap Marathon

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Happy Friday! On todays episode we're joined byJordan Whitaker who is running the 130th Boston Marathon for Team Eye and Ear. We dive into the inspiring journey of Jordan, a passionate runner and discover her motivations, challenges, and insights into the world of long-distance running, charity fundraising, and the power of perseverance.

During the Tros, we recorded from different locations and had Ptara join us. We covered topics like Emma Bates and UCAN, Tiger Woods and we also dropped some pretty big news and teased more news to come for Boston in a couple weeks!

Chapters

1. Intro (01:00)
2. Supporting Friends and Crew Plans (06:00)
3. Media Credentials for Boston 2026 (07:14)
4. Introducing Jordan Whitaker (11:34)
5. First Marathon and Charity Fundraising (13:16)
6. Ultra Running Adventures (14:23)
7. Building Running Stories and Relationships (15:36)
8. Life in New Hampshire (22:07)
9. College Athletics and Transfers (25:47)
10. Passion for Running Ignited (29:52)
11. First Boston Marathon Experience (35:34)
12. Race Day Memories and Crowd Support (39:54)
13. Team Eye and Ear (49:19)
14. Winter Training and Family Life (55:45)
15. Boston Race Weekend Traditions (60:42)
16. Concert Moments and Hobbies (66:40)
17. Meeting Celebrities and Fun Experiences (74:01)
18. Jason's Ultra Challenge (84:22)
19. Emma Bates and Sponsorship Issues (85:11)
20. Importance of Relationships in Athletics (88:20)
21. Celebrity Endorsements and Athlete Identity (92:07)
22. Misinformation in Sports (94:12)
23. Tiger Woods’ Legal Issues (95:28)
24. Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events (100:36)

In this episode:

• Jordan’s story of running her first marathon after a breakup and the motivation behind her journey
• The emotional power of running for charity and her connection with Team Ioneer
• How she balances training as a busy mom and teacher, mostly on a treadmill during winter
• Her memorable Boston marathon experiences and her favorite parts of race weekend
• Insight into ultra running, including her first ultra experience and recovery from hamsters wheel
• Her relationship with Jared and her role as his guide during Boston
• The significance of sponsorships, NIL, and brand partnerships in modern athletics
• Her funny and heartfelt stories from concerts, country music, and family life
• Her perspective on celebrity moments and sports legends like Tiger Woods

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It's Boston Weeks Baby! Time to get pumped up and ready for the 2026 Boston Marathon. All month long we'll be bringing you two episodes a week talking all things Boston and more with your local Boston Runners, Champions, Media personalities and people in the know with some great Behind The Scenes info as to what goes on around the Boston Marathon Weekend!

Today we kick off our Boston Weeks series with our guest Troy Hoyt from Team Hoyt. We're all well aware of the legacy Dick and Rick Hoyt started decades ago. We chat with Troy, about his family's legacy, his personal journey in running, and how they are building a future of inclusion while honoring the past. Discover inspiring stories, fundraising tips, and the incredible impact of the Hoyt Foundation and their ongoing efforts in adaptive sports, and their impact on the Boston Marathon community. Troy Hoyt shares heartfelt stories, updates on current projects, and the spirit of 'Yes, you can' that continues to motivate athletes and supporters alike.

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During the Tros, Eric and Erika catch up on their weekend adventures. Erika got to meet some of our PodFam in Boston inclduing Keira D'Amato. Eric had a major chafing issue during his run. We also touch on the Emma Bates story and update March Madness as we near the end of voting this week.

Chapters

00:00 Intro and meeting Keira D'Amato
11:12 Boston Week's Begins
12:55 Troy Hoyt
16:23 Growing Up in a Running Family
25:17 First Marathon Experience and Fundraising Tips
38:04 The Legacy of Team Hoyt: Inspiring Possibilities
44:15 The Journey of Pushing Boundaries
46:04 Memorable Races and Experiences
50:08 Code Brown Moments: Challenges on the Course
57:23 The Impact of the Boston Marathon
01:00:12 Team Hoyt's Legacy and Future Goals
01:17:00 Plans for the Boston Marathon Weekend
01:23:08 Outro
01:32:51 Tracking Jason's Ultra Marathon Journey
01:36:16 Support for Emma Bates and Brand Accountability
01:41:24 March Madness and wrapping up

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