The PR Project Podcast

The PR Project Podcast
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PR Project is a running podcast and long-form YouTube show exploring the culture, performance, and people shaping modern running. Hosted by runners embedded in the sport, PR Project features real conversations with athletes, founders, coaches, and creatives across road, trail, and endurance running. From marathon training and ultrarunning to brand building, racing, and the evolution of running culture, each episode goes deeper than surface-level content. Filmed in studio and released twice monthly, the show blends thoughtful dialogue with lived experience, creating space for perspectives that don’t always get heard in traditional running media. PR Project has hosted live shows at major events including The Running Event, Eugene Marathon, and the Detroit Free Press Marathon, and continues to grow as a platform for meaningful storytelling within the global running community. Whether you’re training for your next race, building something in the industry, or simply passionate about running, PR Project offers insight, perspective, and conversation that moves the sport forward.

  1. 5D AGO

    Ep. 128 - Biggest Running Weekend in 2026? | Breaking Records, Barriers and more

    Has the impossible finally happened? In this episode, we break down Sabastian Sawe's historic, mind-bending sub-two-hour marathon world record in London, recap an epic Boston Marathon weekend, and celebrate Aaron’s incredible sub-3 marathon breakthrough. SUPPORT THE SHOW Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2rNI60z... ABOUT THIS EPISODE The PR Project crew gets on the mic for one of the most monumental weeks in running history. We are still picking our jaws up off the floor after Sabastian Sawe shattered the two-hour barrier with an official 1:59:30 at the London Marathon. We unpack his fueling strategy, his adidas Evo Pro 3 shoes, and Tigst Assefa setting a new women-only world record! Plus, we recap the Boston Marathon, including Sharon Lokedi's back-to-back victories and John Korir's blazing course record. On a personal note, we dive deep into Aaron’s sub-3 marathon breakthrough and why telling the whole, authentic story of your training block is so important. Finally, we debate how young is too young for long-distance races, put white running shoes on trial in Run Culture Court, and get Tommie’s bold prediction for the Detroit Pistons! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro, Gary Update 04:16 - Boston Marathon Weekend 07:48 - Eugene Marathon Weekend 08:56 - Aaron’s Sub-3 Marathon Breakthrough 20:45 - The Benefits of Telling the Whole Story 25:31 - Tommie Predicts Pistons in 7! 27:05 - Run Community Announcements / Shoutout 31:13 - Sawe World Record, Korir’s Boston Course Record, Mauri’s American Debut Record 40:58 - Sharon Lokedi’s Win in Boston & Tigst Assefa Record in London 44:56 - Sawe’s Fueling Strategy + adidas Evo Pro 3 50:03 - Peter Bromka v. Flap Jack 50:26 - How Young is Too Young For Long Distance Races? 53:42 - Run Culture Court: White Shoes Are On Trial 59:07 - PR Shoutouts CONNECT WITH THE CREW Instagram:   / the.pr.project Tommie:   / tommie_runz Aaron:   / aaronxworldwide Gary:   / garyisarunner #SabastianSawe #BostonMarathon #LondonMarathon #Sub2HourMarathon #MarathonTraining #ThePRProject #RunningPodcast #Sub3Marathon

    1 hr

  2. APR 21

    Ep. 127 - Matt Choi’s Texas Ironman DQ, The Speed Project & Race Logistics

    Did Matt Choi deserve to be disqualified at Texas 70.3? In this episode, we break down the latest race controversy, dive into the wild and grueling world of The Speed Project, and talk about the realities of tackling race day logistics on your own. SUPPORT THE SHOW Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.... Spotify: https://open.spotify.c.... ABOUT THIS EPISODE The PR Project crew is back to talk shop about the latest drama and adventures in the world of running. We get right into the controversy surrounding fitness influencer Matt Choi being DQ'd at the Ironman 70.3 in Texas, debating the rules, course etiquette, and the impact on the sport. Then, Tommie shares his unforgettable stories from The Speed Project, the unsanctioned, ultra-grueling relay race from LA to Las Vegas that blurs the lines between road racing and trail running. Whether you are training for a major marathon or hitting local routes, we also break down the nitty-gritty of planning race logistics and what it takes mentally to run a race completely solo. Plus, we discuss the Nike Structure Plus, how to stay authentic with your content, what to do when you are trapped by a "hardcore yapper," and we wrap it all up with our highly anticipated Shoe of the Month! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro 00:41 - How Many Friends Do You Actually Have? 04:36 - Nike Structure Plus and Making Content True to You 08:59 - Tommie Talks The Speed Project 22:50 - How Do You Plan Race Logistics? 32:00 - Running A Race By Yourself 36:13 - Matt Choi DQ’d at Texas 70.3 50:40 - Trapped By A Hardcore Yapper 55:02 - Shoe Of The Month

    1h 1m

  3. APR 7

    Ep. 126 - Surviving The Big Alta

    00:00 - Introduction 01:45 - Tommie's Big Alta 100k Recap 07:58 - Diversity In Trail Running 13:48 - Does The Beauty of the Trail Fade as the Race Gets Tough? 17:52 - What Field Events Would You Do Good/Bad In? 24:40 - What Would You Hallucinate About When Exhausted? 30:01 - What Foods Do You Crave When Training Hardest? 34:03 - USATF Allows Additional USA Women To Compete at World Half Marathon Championships 37:25 - London Marathon Explores Expansion to 2-Day Event 41:56 - Emma Bates vs. UCAN, Dropped Sponsorship for Being Pregnant?

    50 min

  4. MAR 24

    Ep. 125 - Epic Finish In LA (plus 18 mile medals, out of town routes, running shoe golden era?!?)

    00:00 - Intro 01:13 - Sidebar About Infomercials 03:53 - Harnessing Collective Race Energy 09:44 - LA Marathon Weekend Recap 18:45 - Nathan Martin's Shocking Comeback Win 26:10 - How Do You Chose Running Routes When Out Of Town? 34:04 - Charity Involvement In Marathon Weekends 39:45 - LA Marathon Providing Medals to Runners That DNF at Mile 18 48:28 - Is Running The Ultimate Convo Hack? 54:00 - Are We In A Golden Era of Running Shoes?

    1h 2m

  5. MAR 10

    Ep. 124 - What’s Beef?!? (Currently vs Satisfy, PR vs 1st Place, Rage Bait, Shoes of the month!)

    Join Tommie Runz, Aaron, and Gary as they explore the nuances of running culture, industry beefs, race strategies, and the impact of technology in races. This lively episode covers everything from animal encounters to race day tactics, offering insights for runners and enthusiasts alike.

    1h 1m

  6. FEB 17

    Ep. 123 - Do you hate the treadmill??

    Welcome to the relaunch of the relaunch! We talked about treadmills, Valencia Marathon, stealing content, running meets politics and more!

    1h 2m

  7. FEB 3

    The Relaunch!!

    Welcome to the RELAUNCH of the PR Project podcast! Tommie and Aaron launched the show without Gary this time, because he was off being a responsible adult! During the show they discussed the relaunch of the show, reflecting on its evolution and the importance of community in the running world. Shared personal experiences related to health and recovery, the role of wearables in training, and the impact of influencer culture on the running community. The conversation emphasizes the need for balance in training, the significance of recovery, and the value of authentic storytelling in content creation. In this conversation, they discuss the evolving landscape of influencer marketing, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and authenticity over mere algorithm-driven content creation. They highlight the role of brands in supporting genuine narratives and the need for influencers to connect with their audiences on a deeper level. The discussion also touches on the value of smaller races in the running community and the importance of intentionality in both personal and professional engagements. Chapters 00:00 Relaunching the PR Project Podcast 03:07 Evolution of the PR Project 05:51 Building a Community Through Podcasting 09:03 Travel Tales and Airline Grievances 12:02 Health and Recovery in Running 17:49 The Role of Wearables in Training 23:53 Influencer Culture in Running 29:42 Influencer Strategies and Content Creation 32:57 The Importance of Storytelling in Influencing 35:46 The Role of Brands in Influencer Marketing 39:39 The Need for Authenticity in Influencer Content 43:26 Balancing Fun and Meaningful Content 49:43 Intentionality in Influencer Engagement 51:31 The Value of Smaller Races in Running Community

    1 hr
  8. SUMMER OF SPEED is upon us!!!

    2025-06-05

    SUMMER OF SPEED is upon us!!!

    YOOOOOO Summer of Speed is here! Shoutout to PUMA Running for coming back on board for another summer of focusing on finding our speed! 12 weeks. 12 pairs of Deviate Nitro 3. 12 lucky winners!!! In order to win … must be part of the PR Project Summer of Speed Strava Club! https://strava.app.link/v1ec2ebRVTb

    1h 9m
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PR Project is a running podcast and long-form YouTube show exploring the culture, performance, and people shaping modern running. Hosted by runners embedded in the sport, PR Project features real conversations with athletes, founders, coaches, and creatives across road, trail, and endurance running. From marathon training and ultrarunning to brand building, racing, and the evolution of running culture, each episode goes deeper than surface-level content. Filmed in studio and released twice monthly, the show blends thoughtful dialogue with lived experience, creating space for perspectives that don’t always get heard in traditional running media. PR Project has hosted live shows at major events including The Running Event, Eugene Marathon, and the Detroit Free Press Marathon, and continues to grow as a platform for meaningful storytelling within the global running community. Whether you’re training for your next race, building something in the industry, or simply passionate about running, PR Project offers insight, perspective, and conversation that moves the sport forward.

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  • Creator
    The PR Project Podcast
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The PR Project Podcast
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