53 episodes

The GJBeat birthed itself to showcase exceptional people in and around Roanoke, VA. An opportunity to get to know adventure athletes, ultra-runners, cyclists, professionals, etc. Sometimes we know so little about those we consider great friends. Let's use this platform to tell some amazing stories.

The GJBeat Greg James

    • Health & Fitness
    • 4.6 • 9 Ratings

The GJBeat birthed itself to showcase exceptional people in and around Roanoke, VA. An opportunity to get to know adventure athletes, ultra-runners, cyclists, professionals, etc. Sometimes we know so little about those we consider great friends. Let's use this platform to tell some amazing stories.

    Molly Bullington! #BlueRidgeRacing #deerhunter #texastavern

    Molly Bullington! #BlueRidgeRacing #deerhunter #texastavern

    Molly Bullington finally made it here for an excellent conversation.  She tells of how she gained ownership of Blue Ridge Racing which is the management company for Roanoke's largest running events.   She has likely given you a high five at the finish of the Blue Ridge Marathon, Salem Half Marathon, The Drumstick Dash or others.  Charleston, SC is her birthplace making it to Roanoke as an engineering graduate from Virginia Tech.   She found her career passion elsewhere and her personal passion most recently in the woods hunting and harvesting deer.  We had quite a deer treat during the conversation.  Did you know Molly and her husband own the Texas Tavern?!  Be sure to say hi to her at the finish lines!

    • 2 hr 6 min
    Matt Thompson #FleetFeetRoanoke #Smiles4Tab #goals

    Matt Thompson #FleetFeetRoanoke #Smiles4Tab #goals

    This is the first official repeat guest on the GJBeat.  Matt's life turned upside down in early 2022 and he was instantly thrown into the local spotlight.  Since the cycling death of his wife, Tabatha, life has changed in so many difficult yet positive ways.  Matt left his career to pursue ownership of Fleet Feet Roanoke which finalized in late 2022 while also fighting grueling court battles until recently.  His honesty is refreshingly brutal and unedited giving a real insight to his struggles and victories.  Hope you enjoy!

    (I misnumbered the episode in conversation.  Yes, I know)

    • 2 hr 45 min
    Carrie Cousins! #digitalmarketing #running #awesomesauce

    Carrie Cousins! #digitalmarketing #running #awesomesauce

    Carrie Cousins is a writer, designer and marketer in Roanoke with a strong bond to the region and its growth. Having worked in media, marketing, and education, she's passionate about seeing people here grow and thrive. She's currently the Director of Digital Marketing for LeadPoint Digital and an adjunct professor at Virginia Tech and 4x marathoner. The conversation starts with the outdoors and running -- viva Las Vegas! -- and moves into marketing, AI, and back to running again. 

    • 2 hr 10 min
    Kathryn Van Orden! #hollinscoach #frozentoe #ACLtimesthree

    Kathryn Van Orden! #hollinscoach #frozentoe #ACLtimesthree

    Third time's a charm for Kat Van Orden(we hope!).   She is a self proclaimed newbie of trail running while showing the results of a seasoned champ.  Kat got the victory at the 2023 Frozen Toe trail race immediately followed up by an injury she is very familiar with.  She now navigates coming back from not one, not two but three ACL reconstruction surgeries at the age of 25.   But she isn't letting it diminish her optimistic outlook.  She's a coach, fitness addict and lover of all things outdoors.  After graduating from Roanoke College she said goodbye to the beach and hello to the beautiful Blue Ridge which she now calls her permanent home.  She undoubtedly has a future of excitement!

    • 1 hr 16 min
    Dick Howard!! #grandfatherofmountainbiking #lawnornaments

    Dick Howard!! #grandfatherofmountainbiking #lawnornaments

    Dick Howard and I had never met and this was the best of connections.  He is considered to be the Grandfather of Mountain Biking in Virginia.  Why that self proclaimed title?  You'll find out not just about Dick's passion for cycling but his stories of bartending in Richmond, celebrity encounters, education and everything in between.   Saddle up and get ready to take a ride with the Grandfather!

    • 2 hr 57 min
    Mark Long! #FellowshipOfChristianAthletes #Triguy

    Mark Long! #FellowshipOfChristianAthletes #Triguy

    Mark Long has been on the future guest list for quite a while.  He's a very well known and respected athlete around Roanoke and beyond for his genuine personality and exceptional race finishes.  Mark's latest life adventure centers around making a difference for  the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.  He has completed over 100 triathlons and even some ultra marathons mostly with podium finishes.  His passion and kindness are beyond measure making him a major influencer on many levels.  Enjoy!

    • 2 hr 13 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
9 Ratings

9 Ratings

Top Podcasts In Health & Fitness

Huberman Lab
Scicomm Media
ZOE Science & Nutrition
ZOE
The School of Greatness
Lewis Howes
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
iHeartPodcasts
Passion Struck with John R. Miles
John R. Miles
Ten Percent Happier with Dan Harris
Ten Percent Happier

You Might Also Like