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Relay

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.

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  • 27 episodes
  • weekly
  • Avg 58 min
  • English

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  • April 29 · 59 min

    You Break Two… And You Still Lose?

    What we discussed: Erika coaching Cynthia Erivo through the London Marathon and meeting her in person for the first time The anxiety of coaching on race day and tracking apps failing mid-race Cynthia’s marathon execution, training swings, and performance relative to her PB Sub-2 marathon breakthrough and reactions to Sawa and Kiplimo’s performances Debate around super shoes, accessibility, and what actually makes runners faster Boston Marathon conditions, surge in fast times, and depth of competitive fields Emerging U.S. men’s marathon depth and recent breakout performances Penn Relays rivalry, NCAA 1500m record, and trash talk between athletes Eugene Marathon “pancake 5K” and the culture of fun race experiences Debate on helping runners at the finish line vs. racing your own race (and DQ implications)

  • April 23 · 1 hr 4 min

    Boston, But Make It Personal: FOMO, Flyovers, and a 2:43 at 22 Weeks Pregnant

    Matt Chittim joins us for this week's group chat! We are so excited to have him back and joining Peter and Lindsey for this week's conversation! Episode Rundown: Lindsey’s honest FOMO, imposter syndrome, and figuring out where Boston fits in her life Peter’s 16-mile “spectator run” through the course, complete with a B2 flyover moment The explosion of Boston weekend culture beyond the expo, from pop-ups to live shows Running fashion confusion, generational style shifts, and feeling wildly out of the loop The Newbury Street pop-up scene and accidentally meeting Scott Jurek Shakeouts, community energy, and just wanting to be around “running stuff” all weekend The sheer scale of Boston now, from 1,000+ person shakeouts to nonstop course traffic “Generational” weather and how it changed everything from pacing to confidence Women’s racing depth and the sense that sub-2:20 is about to become the new standard Breakout performances and massive PR jumps in the American field Sharon Lokedi’s patient, surgical race strategy and late-race domination John Korir’s negative split masterclass and closing speed The density of the field getting faster, deeper, and more competitive at every level Stories that matter just as much as the pros, including a 50-year-old PR and redefining success

  • April 14 · 1 hr 1 min

    Boston Isn’t Just Another Marathon (ft. Laura Thweatt & Gabby Hentemann)

    On this week's group chat, Lindsey and Peter are joined by Laura Thweatt and Gabby Hentemann to talk all things Boston Marathon ahead of Monday's race. ZBiotics pre-alcohol probiotic is an easy addition to your routine if you know you’re planning to have a few drinks. It’s a small shot you take before your first drink of the night, designed to help your body break down the byproduct of alcohol that can lead to that sluggish, not-great feeling the next day. It’s developed by a team of PhD microbiologists and works best when you still do the basics well. Pace your drinks, hydrate, and get good sleep. Whether it’s celebrating a race, a night out with friends, or wrapping up a training cycle, it’s a simple way to feel more like yourself the next morning. You can head to zbiotics.com and use the code RELAY26 at checkout for 15% off your first order.

  • April 7 · 1 hr 4 min

    Running 79-Second Quarters After 24 Hours, Desert Detours & The Wild Reality of The Speed Project

    Top Topics: The Speed Project explained (LA to Vegas, teams + solo efforts) Inside the culture and “who belongs” in alternative running spaces Elite teams vs. adventure athletes and what it takes to win Logistics, pacing, and strategy (including 79-second quarters late in the race) Getting lost, off-course routes, and unconventional race navigation Mental pressure within teams and not wanting to let teammates down Erika’s Boston buildup and pro athlete perspective heading into race week

  • March 24 · 1 hr 4 min

    Is This a Trail Running Podcast Now? Squirrels vs. Erika & Tommie Runz Survives 100K

    Episode Rundown: Tommie’s brutal 100K race recap (13,000 ft of climbing) Trail running realities: climbs, descents, and survival mode Fueling strategies: gels, Coke, and potatoes Aid station dynamics and race strategy Post-race recovery and what 100K does to your body Animal encounters on runs… especially squirrels Thank you to our sponsor Noogs! NOOGS are sour energy chews made for endurance athletes who want fuel that actually tastes good during training and racing. They’re vegan, gluten-free, and made with natural colors and flavors. If you want to try them, head to ⁠noogsnutrition.com⁠ and use code RELAY15 for 15% off at checkout.

  • March 17 · 57 min

    Erika Wins New Bedford Half, D3 NCAA Track in the News, and “Wait, She Ran What in the Marathon?”

    Topics discussed: - Erika Kemp wins New Bedford Half and uses it as a Boston build workout - New York Half performances and how fast the men’s field has become - NCAA indoor track drama, DQ controversy, and rising personalities in the sport - Doping conversations, testing challenges, and clean sport concerns - Barcelona Marathon 2:10 performance and confusion around record legitimacy

  • March 10 · 1 hr 14 min

    NYC Marathon Lottery Controversy, LA Finish Line Chaos & Fred Kerley Banned

    Episode rundown: - USATF half marathon championship aftermath and updates - LA Marathon chaos, the mile 18 medal debate, and surprising performances - New York City Marathon lottery frustration and the internet pile-on - Fred Kerley’s ban, whereabouts failures, and the Enhanced Games conversation - Books, podcasts, and pop culture detours

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