On The Runs

Monday Night Media

Runners are the best storytellers. On The Runs podcast features running narratives from the best of those storytellers. Whether hearing from a runner who started a year ago or 50 years ago, the conversation is engaging, funny, and enlightening. Guest stories range from struggles to outstanding achievements and everything in between … including “Code Brown” tales. “Code Brown” situations are not what you might think. Guests share awkward & unique circumstances they have found themselves in throughout their journey. The crosstalk between hosts Eric and Erika is natural and entertaining. Friends for over 20 years, they have the gifted skill set to keep the listener glued to the interviews along with the bantering between themselves. Their conversations come across as fireside chats amongst friends leaving you feeling like you were there. On The Runs has been fortunate to have a wide range of guests over their nearly 200 episodes from the local 5k runner to epic ultra marathoners. Iconic leaders and history makers in the sport along with, nutritionist, coaches, race directors, peloton instructors and running legends.

  1. 2d ago

    250 | Salem Run Club Celebration

    Join us as we celebrate the 250th episode of the On the Runs podcast and the 3rd anniversary of the Salem Run Club! We were wicked excited when the Salem Run Club invited us to record at their anniversary. Hundreds of runners showed up at the Tuscan Village to run on Thursday evening and we were fortunate to have a few of them on the Pod. We explore community building, running challenges, and the inspiring stories of local runners and organizers of the Salem Run Club. It was a lively panel of runners, supporters, and friends sharing their inspiring stories, goals, and community spirit. Discover how this vibrant community fosters connection, motivation, and personal growth through running and fitness Check out the Salem Run Club HERE Check out the On The Runs Podcast HERE This episode was brough to you by Back In Action You can download their Free "Run Pain Free Guide" HERE A few of the things you'll hear! Salem Run Club's origin and growthCommunity building through runningRunner stories: ultras, marathons, and moreBehind-the-scenes of running events and sponsorshipsTips for staying active and injury prevention Community building through runningPersonal transformation storiesUpcoming races and goalsThe role of local run clubs in motivationSupporting each other in fitness journeysMuch More about SRC, Life and Running Chapters 00:05 Celebrating Milestones: Episode 250 07:41 Salem Run Club | Kaitlyn and Liana 31:38 Jess and Karina 46:32 Reilly and Everett 58:07 Dr. Frank and Steve 305 58:07 Dr. Frank and Steve 305 01:09:14 Bella and Katy 01:15:35 Katy and Bella 01:15:35 Janet and Shaina 01:28:06 Thom and Chris 01:47:57 Nate and Felix 02:02:06 Outro with friends

  2. 4d ago

    249 | Patrick and Kathy Leber | Summer of Love Series

    Episode 249 and 6 of our Summer of Love series we welcome back PodFam Patrick Leber and his wife Kathy. Patrick and Kathy share over 40 years of running, their early days, and how running has shaped their lives. They discuss their relationship, memorable stories, and the importance of hobbies in retirement. They share their journey through running, traveling, and family life, highlighting how passion and community shape their experiences. They discuss balancing hobbies with family, memorable races, and the secrets to long-term running success. Patrick and Kathy share their personal stories, family updates, and insights into their lives, including memorable moments, travel adventures, and their support for each other's passions. This episode offers a heartfelt look at family, resilience, and the joy of shared experiences. This episode is brought to you by Back In Action Chiro NH. Click HERE for The Pain Free Runner Guide. Final Two Questions brought to you by My Race Tatts Product Sponsor OOFOS Key Topics! Patrick's 40+ years of running journey Living with a runner: Kathy’s perspective Memorable stories from weddings and early days The role of hobbies in retirement Family stories and life milestones The importance of community and shared activities Patrick's 46-year running journey Balancing family life with a passion for running Memorable race experiences including Halloween in Maine Community involvement and race volunteering Training tips and injury prevention for long-term runners Family updates and personal stories Travel adventures and memorable moments Supportive relationships and life lessons Running and shared passions Memories from childhood and milestones 00:00 Intro 06:26 Patrick and Kathy Leber 09:29 NASCAR League and Strategies 10:13 Kathy's Wedding Fire Incident 16:36 Nostalgic First Dates 20:11 Growing Up Together 25:13 The Evolution of Dating 29:14 Running and Relationships 36:51 The Balance of Family and Personal Interests 41:13 Halloween Adventures and Community Engagement 45:22 Traveling Together: Exploring New Places 51:30 Marathon Memories and Family Dynamics 58:04 The Columbus Marathon 01:04:40 Maintaining a Healthy Running Lifestyle 01:19:00 Laundry Hacks and Running Gear Care 01:21:18 Songs of Significance: Personal Connections Through Music 01:25:13 Sharing Secrets: The Code Brown Story 01:27:48 Book Milestones: Achievements and Future Plans 1:41:09 Outro

  3. Aug 11

    247 | LIVE from New Hampshire's Largest 5k | Delta Dental Elliott Corporate 5k

    LIVE from Veterans Park in Manchester, New Hampshire during the Delta Dental Elliott Corporate 5K. The live recording is part race-day prep, part life update, and part behind-the-scenes look at the energy, chaos, and fun of recording on location in the heat. You will get to hear a few of the following and more... A summer catch-up with Eric and ErikaUpdates on running, training, and upcoming ultra/endurance racesA preview of Anchor Down 24 and what the race weekend will look likeNews about the switch to Riverside for hosting, video, clipping, and publishingA live on-the-ground conversation at the Delta Dental Elliott Corporate 5KTom Raffio from Delta DentalKelli Rafferty - VP and Chief Philanthropy Officer of the Elliot HostpialCharity and community impact of the racePlans for Chicago Marathon training and fundraisingA hilarious ongoing debate: Six Star Erica vs. Seven Star Erica Millennium Running Donate towards the Solinsky Cancer Center HERE Time Stamps 00:15 Summer Catch-Up: What's New? 10:49 Podcasting Evolution: New Changes and Features 17:37 Summer of Love Series: Highlights and Reflections 18:59 Community Engagement: Charity and Running Events 25:18 Tom Raffio - Delta Dental's Involvement in Community Health 26:47 The Evolution of the Millennium Race 29:28 Upcoming Events and Personal Goals 32:18 Summer Catch-Up and Future Plans 39:37 The Delta Dental Elliott Corporate 5K 45:01 Fundraising and Community Impact 52:03 Kelli Rafferti - Introduction to Elliott Health System and Philanthropy 53:35 Community Support and Fundraising Initiatives 56:51 Elliott's Role in Local Health Events 01:00:51 Personal Experiences and Community Impact 01:01:47 Reconnecting and Life Updates 01:04:19 Running Adventures and Challenges 01:07:40 Dog Tales and Training Trials 01:10:28 Upcoming Races and Community Events Part two from the LIVE recording drops on Thursday!

  4. Aug 4

    246 | Katy and Mike Ricci | "Play Your Game" We're Going to Kona!

    One of our PodFam from the early days is back! Katy Cargiulo and her now Husband Mike Ricci shares there journey on the Summer of Love series brought to you by Back In Action! Click HERE for your free Run Pain Free Guide from Back in Action NH From hockey to triathlons, including Ironman World Championship experiences and the changes they faced. They share their early days of first dates at races to the recovery after riding into a deer at Ironman Mont Tremblant. Katy shares her recent experience of participating in the Lake Placid Ironman race, discussing the challenges she faced coming back from injury and the mantras she used to get her to the finish line. They reflected on the mental and physical aspects of the race, highlighting the importance of perseverance and determination. This is a fun episode that we know you're going to enjoy and if you ever run into Katy and Mike at a race, be sure to say hi because they are so much fun! Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Hockey Background03:21 Transition to Triathlons and Running12:47 Mike's Story and Transition to Triathlons25:59 Moving to the East Coast and Family Connections26:57 Family Ties and East Coast Roots28:54 Triathlon Journey and Race Preparation36:10 Pre-Race Jitters and Mental Preparation42:08 The Race Day Experience and Mental Toughness55:21 World Championships Experience01:08:59 Recovery and Return01:20:30 Support and Understanding Please check out and support those who support us Back in Action NH My Race Tatts OOFOS Follow Us! Instagram - Follow us on the gram YouTube - Subscribe to our channel Pateron - Support us Email us at Ontherunspod@gmail.com Don't Fear The Code Brown and Don't Forget To Stretch!

  5. Jul 28

    245 | Eric and Yuki Chorney | Summer of Love Series

    Run New Hampshire Friends you're going to love this episode! Join us for an energizing episode for our 4th installment of our Summer of Love series brought to you by Back In Action with a PodFam favorite Yuki and her husband Eric Chroney. Two incredible runners and people, Yuki and Eric share their story from their early days of dating, a breakup situation you only see in a rom-com and the evolution of running costumes, glitter and the Boston Unicorn. Click HERE for their Free Running Guide Check out My Race Tatts and support the pod when you buy your next set by using our My Race Tatt's Link. In this episode: Behind-the-scenes stories from ultra-running adventures and race preparationsThe inspiring journey of Yuki, a Boston Marathon favorite, and her supportive partner EricThe role of supporters and sponsors in the running community,The funny story about an awkward breakup and its aftermath in the context of a supportive running relationshipInsights into content creation during long races and race day preparations Chapters 00:00 Intro 06:47 Meet Yuki and Eric: A Running Duo 07:54 Eric's Background and First Impressions of Yuki 09:16 The Story of Their First Meeting 10:58 Work Life at Fidelity and Running Beginnings 12:19 Eric's Transformation into a Runner 14:42 Running Together: Their First Race Experience 16:28 Traveling the World Through Running 23:46 Running Goals and Future Aspirations 28:16 Running the New York Marathon: Strategies and Experiences 30:48 Spectating and Supporting: The Sport of Cheering 33:20 The Dynamics of Crewing: Teamwork in Racing 36:04 Wardrobe Malfunctions and Race Day Challenges 38:32 The Evolution of Costumes: From Simple to Spectacular 43:30 The Impact of Social Media: Becoming a Local Legend 49:51 The Competitive Spirit: Dow Road Rivalry 54:37 Local Legends and Competitive Spirit 57:13 Balancing Parenthood and Running 58:11 Treadmill Tales and Winter Running Challenges 01:02:11 Injuries and Recovery in Running 01:08:59 Travel Adventures and Running Stories 01:18:12 Navigating the Empty Nest Phase 01:19:26 Musical Connections: Songs that Define Us 01:21:34 Celebrating Holidays: A Family Tradition 01:22:20 Running and Recovery: The Millennium Club Experience 01:25:35 The Importance of Recovery in Running Follow Us! Instagram - Follow us on the gram YouTube - Subscribe to our channel Patreon - Support us Email us at OnTheRunsPod@gmail.com Don't Fear The Code Brown and Don't Forget To Stretch!

  6. Jul 21

    244 | Ashley and Matt Paulson | Summer of Love Series

    Join us we welcome back for her 5th appearance on the Pod Ashley Paulson and making his debut is her incredible husband Matt Paulson for our 3rd installment of our "Summer of Love" series brought to you by Back In Action Click HERE for their Free Running Guide Check out My Race Tatts and support the pod when you buy your next set by using our My Race Tatt's Link. In this episode as we dive into the inspiring journey of Ashley and Matt, a couple whose life revolves around endurance, support, and shared adventure. From incredible race stories to their love story, this episode captures the essence of partnership and perseverance. In this episode:Ashley shares her milestones as a trailblazing ultramarathoner, including setting a world record for the fastest 100 miles on a treadmillMattie reveals insights into supporting Ashley through epic races, ultra-endurance events, and the iconic "Harvey" RV adventuresThe couple reminisces about how they met working at a restaurant and their whirlwind romance that led to marriage in just nine monthsHeartfelt stories about supporting each other's dreams, making tough race-day decisions, and balancing life with their passion for adventureThe importance of support crews, mental toughness, and maintaining perspective during grueling endurance eventsFun tales of race mishaps, including a humorous story of a naked race and a surprise meet with Chester the CheetahHow their shared love for music, journey in the RV, and family moments shape their life together Chapters 00:58 Introduction and Personal Updates 03:29 Exciting News: Guests and Collaborations 05:06 Introduction and Expectations 06:12 Maddie's Journey and Achievements 08:51 Personal Stories and Relationships 11:51 Meeting and Marrying Ashley 14:55 Challenges and Growth in Their Relationship 15:32 The Journey of Love and Second Chances 18:25 Parenting Adventures and Family Dynamics 21:27 The Evolution of Fitness and Support 27:24 From Amateur to Athlete: The Ironman Journey 33:28 The Role of Support in Endurance Sports 42:01 The Art of Motivation in Racing 47:33 Navigating Emotions During Races 53:49 The Role of a Support Crew 01:01:10 Making Tough Decisions in Racing 01:06:59 Life on the Road: RV Adventures 01:11:03 The Freedom of Podcasting Anywhere 01:13:29 Support and Advice for Endurance Athletes 01:16:54 The Journey of Endurance Racing 01:23:12 The Grit Behind Endurance Events 01:30:12 The Power of Music in Training 01:33:00 Celebrating Relationships and Support 01:36:00 Reflections on Past Guests and Experiences 01:39:00 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Episodes and Challenges Thank you to My Race Tatts, OOFOS and Back in Action Chiro NH for bringing us our summer series.

  7. Jul 14

    243 | Anna and Dylan, Life Adventure's to Boston Marathon Engagement | Summer of Love Series

    Remember Boston? One of our favorite moments was when we meet Anna and Dylan and learned that Dylan proposed shortly after the race. So we had to get them back on the Pod and it fit perfect with our Summer of Love series! Brought to you by - Back In Action NH Click HERE for their Pain Free Running Guide Thank you to My Race Tatts, OOFOS and Back in Action for bringing us our summer series  The conversation covers a range of themes, including adventure travel, participation in the Running of the Bulls, international travel experiences, marathon journey, engagement in outdoor activities, and involvement in the running community. The speakers share their thrilling experiences, challenges, and the positive impact of the running community on their social life and running journey. The conversation covers topics related to injury recovery, training and preparation, and the engagement proposal at the Boston Marathon. It delves into the impact of injury on running, the importance of listening to body signals, pre-warmup exercises for injury prevention, and the competitive mindset in running and training. The engagement story and celebration add a personal touch to the conversation, highlighting the couple's shared passion for running and their future plans. The conversation revolves around the marathon experiences and the support shared between the individuals. It captures the memories and highlights of their marathon journeys, emphasizing the importance of supporting each other and the unique experiences encountered during marathons. Chapters 00:00 Running with the Bulls in Pamplona, Spain21:08 The Running of the Bulls22:03 International Adventures23:30 Marathon Journey25:20 Traveling and Adventures33:57 Running Community40:11 Overcoming Injury43:11 Listening to Your Body44:19 Pre-Warmup and Injury Prevention47:20 Proposal and Engagement58:26 Competitive Running and Training01:01:36 Marathon Memories and Highlights My Race Tatt's - Check out My Race Tatts and support the pod when you buy your next set by using our My Race Tatt's Link. Strava Group Linktree - Find everything here Instagram - Follow us on the gram YouTube - Subscribe to our channel Patreon - Support us Threads Email us at OnTheRunsPod@gmail.com Don't Fear The Code Brown and Don't Forget To Stretch!

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Runners are the best storytellers. On The Runs podcast features running narratives from the best of those storytellers. Whether hearing from a runner who started a year ago or 50 years ago, the conversation is engaging, funny, and enlightening. Guest stories range from struggles to outstanding achievements and everything in between … including “Code Brown” tales. “Code Brown” situations are not what you might think. Guests share awkward & unique circumstances they have found themselves in throughout their journey. The crosstalk between hosts Eric and Erika is natural and entertaining. Friends for over 20 years, they have the gifted skill set to keep the listener glued to the interviews along with the bantering between themselves. Their conversations come across as fireside chats amongst friends leaving you feeling like you were there. On The Runs has been fortunate to have a wide range of guests over their nearly 200 episodes from the local 5k runner to epic ultra marathoners. Iconic leaders and history makers in the sport along with, nutritionist, coaches, race directors, peloton instructors and running legends.

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