The Rambling Runner Podcast

#752 - Mike McCalley: How a Brutal Wake-Up Call From His Son Changed Everything

Mike McCalley shares the unlikely progression from being unable to jog a quarter mile to training for and racing some of the biggest endurance events in ultrarunning. T

#751 - Meniscus Repair, Recovery Timeline, and Why I Chose Surgery

In this episode, I share a solo update on my knee surgery, focusing on what a meniscus repair is, how it differs from older meniscus procedures, and why I chose this path

#750 - Matt Fitzgerald's "Dying to Run: An Athlete's Quest for One More Finish"

When sports journalist and bestselling author Matt Fitzgerald is struck by long COVID, his lifelong passion—running—becomes a distant memory, leaving him trapped in a fai

#749 - Jared Ewing: From Nearly Losing a Leg and Being Told He'd Never Run Again to a 3:01 Marathon and the Grand Slam of Ultra's

In this episode, I talk with Jared Ewing about one of the most remarkable comeback stories I’ve ever heard. Jared shares how a devastating accident changed his life, an

#748 - Sue Reynolds: From 60 Years Old and 335 lbs to World Champion

In this episode, Sue Reynolds describes her surreal and amazing journey from a 60 year old 335 pound new athlete to two-time World Champion triathlete. Sue's athletic lif

#747 - The State of Endurance Sports and Race Trends with Bob Bickel from RunSignup

In this episode, I dive into the latest insights from RunSignup’s midyear report on the endurance race industry and how demographic shifts along with marketing strategies

#746 - Building Strength for Running Performance with Brodie Sharpe

In this episode, I dive into the importance of strength training for runners with Brodie Sharpe. We explore how strength training can enhance running performance and disc

#745 - Empowerment and Freedom: The Story of The Aruna Project

In this episode, April Berg of The Aruna Project shares her inspiring journey from college athlete to activist fighting human trafficking. Discover the impactful work of

#744 - Justin Hetherington: From No Running to Ultramarathon Success

In this episode, Justin Hetherington shares his inspiring journey from childhood struggles and a fear of sports to becoming a dedicated ultra runner. Dive into his insigh

#743 - Claire Bartholic: How a Goal Oriented Athlete Can Put Running in the "Friend Zone"

In this episode, Claire Bartholic shares her inspiring journey from running a sub-3:00 marathon despite starting her running journey later in life to redefining her relat

#742 - Dr. Kathryn Zioto: Double Boston, Grit, and Finding Joy in the Process

Prepare to be inspired by Dr. Kathryn Zioto, a remarkable athlete balancing a busy medical career, motherhood, and ultra-distance running. In this episode, she shares her

#741 - Hildee Weiss - Embracing My Inner Athlete: A Mom's Journey from Couch Potato to Runner at 46

Discover Hildee Weiss's inspiring story of late-life fitness, self-belief, and overcoming self-doubt to become an active runner and author. In this episode, Hildee shares

#740 - Kelsey Boyer: Competitive Snowboarder to Endurance - Overcoming Serious Brain Injury and Running a Marathon

In this episode, Kelsey Boyer shares her inspiring journey from competitive snowboarding and traumatic brain injury to embracing marathon running and advocacy. Her story

#739 - Amy Crain: 3rd Overall and Top American in the 45-49 Age Group at the Boston Marathon

In this episode, Amy Crain shares her inspiring journey as a master marathon runner, highlighting how mental shifts, smart training, and a love for the sport propel her t

#738 - Laura Pifer: 3rd Masters Woman at the Boston Marathon Behind Sara Hall and Des Linden

In this episode, Laura Pifer shares her remarkable journey from her early days of national record performances in high school to running her first marathon at age 40, cul

#737 - Esteban Trujillo: From Oregon Walk-On, to Quitting Running and Moving to Alaska, to an OTQ and Second Masters Runner at Boston

Join us as Esteban Trujillo shares his inspiring story of returning to marathon running after a seven-year break, fueled by a passion for pushing limits and defying age.

#736 - Damian Hall: The Secrets to Becoming an Ageless Athlete

Discover how top ultra runner Damian Hall challenges age-related decline in his new book Run Forever: The Secrets to Becoming an Ageless Athlete. Damian's book includes e

#735 - Finding Joy and Purpose in Running – Jess Sikorski's Inspirational Journey

In this episode we learn how to unlock the power of running as a source of joy, community, and meaningful impact. Jess Sikorski shares her personal transformation of usin

#734 - Martin Dugard - The Long Run: Steve Prefontaine, Frank Shorter, Joan Benoit, Grete Waitz, and the Decade That Made the Marathon Cool

In his newest book, The Long Run: Steve Prefontaine, Frank Shorter, Joan Benoit, Grete Waitz, and the Decade That Made the Marathon Cool, U.S. Track & Field Foundation bo

#733 - Bill Volpe: From Novice to Nationally Ranked Runner at 60

Catch the remarkable story of Bill Volpe, who at age 60, achieved a Boston Marathon qualifying time and 3:11 marathon, after starting his running journey at 52. His disci