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Robert Kraft, better known as Raven, has run on the oceanfront sands of Miami’s South Beach every day since January 1, 1975. Many have marveled at this feat over the years and all have the same question… Why?

EPISODE 1

The Boy | Chapter 1

It's no secret that the legend of South Beach - Robert Kraft, better known as Raven, runs everyday. This is the story of why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

45 min
EPISODE 2

Pen To Page | Chapter 2

Raven discovers his true passion for songwriting that takes his life in a new direction. Is there more to his life than just running? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

38 min
EPISODE 3

Black To Nashville | Chapter 3

The journey as a songwriter is no easy feat. Raven navigates through the ups and downs of making it big. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

40 min
EPISODE 4

Raven's Fall To Soar | Chapter 4

Every legend can name a low point in their life. This moment changed everything for Raven. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

40 min
EPISODE 5

January 1, 1975 | Chapter 5

The beginning of a world-renowned phenomenon. The start of the run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

43 min
EPISODE 6

Changing Tides | Chapter 6

While everything changes around him, Raven remains steadfast on his running streak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

52 min
EPISODE 7

Streak | Chapter 7

Raven starts to gain recognition as a legendary streak runner as crowds of people follow his lead, however time and age start to catch up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

46 min
EPISODE 8

The Road Is Long | Chapter 8

Fast forward to present day, the runners reflect on Raven’s legacy and Raven wonders about the future of his musical legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 hr
SEASON 1 TRAILER

Trailer: Raven

Robert Kraft, better known as Raven, has run on the oceanfront sands of Miami’s South Beach every day since January 1, 1975. Many have marveled at this feat over the years and all have the same question… Why? COMING THIS SUMMER. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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TRAILER

Trailer: Raven

Robert Kraft, better known as Raven, has run on the oceanfront sands of Miami’s South Beach every day since January 1, 1975. Many have marveled at this feat over the years and all have the same question… Why? COMING THIS SUMMER. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Robert Kraft, better known as Raven, has run on the oceanfront sands of Miami’s South Beach every day since January 1, 1975. Many have marveled at this feat over the years and all have the same question… Why?