Best scilly23 Podcasts (2025)

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From Neighborhood Jog to a Running Movement: The DC Capital Striders Story Part 2 59:29

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Host Celeste Fong interviews Rick Amernick, founder of the DC Capital Striders, about the group's rise from a local meetup to a multi-location running community. They cover the shift into trail running, North Face training, ultramarathon experiences, and the Wolfpack trail faction. The episode also focuses on the group's charity work — the Holiday …

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From Meetup to Movement: The Birth of DC Capital Striders 53:58

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Host Celeste Fong talks with Rick Amernick, founder of the DC Capital Striders, about how a chance Meetup listing in 2006 grew into a large running community and 501(c)(3). Rick recounts early runs on the National Mall, expanding to DuPont and trail runs, partnerships with brands and organizers, and fundraising efforts like a Haiti benefit race. Th…

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Hamsterwheel Chaos: Teabags, Pickles & Finish‑Line Feels 1:01:58

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We discuss the chaotic, hilarious, and heartfelt moments from the Hamster Wheel 30‑hour race in New Boston, NH. We share stories of 100‑mile finishes, severe cold and hypothermia scares, top‑notch aid‑station food, crew and pacer heroics, costumes and shenanigans, and the strong community support that helped runners hit big goals.…

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Blisters, Pizza & Blair Witch: A Wild Ultra Conversation 1:43:07

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Host Celeste Fong talks with ultra runner John Calabrese about trail and ultra racing — the highs, the DNFs, the gear, and the tight-knit (sometimes cult-like) running community. The conversation also wanders into food and film: pizza and competitive-eating dreams, favorite horror movies like The Blair Witch Project, true-crime and cult anecdotes, …

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Side‑Quest Queens: Cacti, Squirrels & Hoodoos on a 50th Birthday 1:02:59

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Celeste and Danielle recount a 50th birthday road trip through Phoenix, the Grand Canyon, Zion and Bryce — full of side‑quests, wildlife encounters, brutal climbs, and nonstop laughter. They share highlights, mishaps, and practical tips from Emerald Pools to the Narrows and Bryce’s hoodoos, celebrating the freedom of doing epic, unplanned adventure…

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Your Why Is Greater Than Your Excuses — Devil's Den 30-Hour Recap 52:12

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Host Celeste Fong talks with ultrarunner Taylor Verville and her pacer Mike Martineau about Taylor’s recent Devil’s Den 30-hour race in Bradford, Vermont — her course-record performance (about 89 miles), pacing strategies, nutrition, temperature swings, and lessons from a past collapse at Notchview. The episode explores both runner and pacer perspe…

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Finding Strength on the Trails: Joey Thompson’s Journey from Grief to 100 Miles 51:58

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Host Celeste Fong sits down with Joey Thompson to discuss his transformation through running — from weight loss and coping with his mother’s death to sobriety and pushing to 100 miles at Notchview. They talk honestly about burnout, depression, anxiety, the healing power of community on the trails, and how showing up can help you find your love of r…

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THE Lori Riley: From Newsroom to Trail — 36 Years of Stories, Sports, and Running 1:00:14

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Veteran sports reporter Lori Riley sits down with Celeste Fong to share her journey from print newsrooms to the trails, covering UConn, high school sports, and memorable local runners. They discuss how running changed her life, the evolution of women’s sports, and the personal stories that make reporting meaningful. Listen for candid reflections on…

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Trail Chaos: Notchview Invitational Live 39:07

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Host Celeste Fong records live on the trails at the Notchview Invitational, capturing on-course chaos, cheering, and candid conversations with runners like Anna, Celeste, Newt, Taylor, Claire, Marcus, and Linda. This episode weaves race memories, origin stories, late-night antics, and the deep sense of community that fuels ultrarunning, all deliver…

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High Fives Save Lives 58:28

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Greg Mathai (aka Walter) joins me with a great conversation about how running replaced long-term smoking and drinking, how his wife helped save his life, and how he fell into ultras later in life.By scilly23

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Who knew eating was a superpower? 59:28

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Host Celeste Fong chats with longtime friend Rick Shoup about his running journey, epic Ragnar experiences (including running 12 in a year), creative pandemic-era stadium ultras, and his love for outrageous eating challenges. They reminisce about memorable races, weather curses, and the tight-knit running community that keeps drawing them back. Exp…

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Asleep on Her Feet 53:41

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This young lady schools me on determination, persistence and strength. If Cassie is representative of the next generation of ultra runners, our sport will be in good hands.By scilly23

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Mother of Doggos 1:26:37

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Jenna Gould shares her story. Turns out she’s a fighter as fierce as Daenerys Targaryen. Unfortunately, there’s no way to know if Lenny and Althea are actually dragons disguised as dogs.By scilly23

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Which came first: the idiot or the bad decision? 55:20

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Mommy joins me to discuss the Circadian Endurance Challenge https://www.patreon.com/ButalsoTrailRunningPodcast?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creatorhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578973457291https://www.instagram.com/but_also_trailrunningpodcast?igsh=MXY3b2Z4YWpoNHkxYg%3D%3D&utm_source=qrBy scilly23

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Best in Show 56:40

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Mike Martineau shares his inspirational story. Growing up with cerebral palsy, overcoming physical and cognitive challenges and putting up with me for 40 miles at Notchview. https://www.patreon.com/ButalsoTrailRunningPodcast?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creatorhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578973457291https://www.instagram.com/but_also_tra…

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Idiots Assemble 30:01

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A quick introduction to the podcast and my favorite group of idiots. https://www.patreon.com/ButalsoTrailRunningPodcast?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creatorhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578973457291https://www.instagram.com/but_also_trailrunningpodcast?igsh=MXY3b2Z4YWpoNHkxYg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr…

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From Neighborhood Jog to a Running Movement: The DC Capital Striders Story Part 2 59:29

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From Meetup to Movement: The Birth of DC Capital Striders 53:58

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Hamsterwheel Chaos: Teabags, Pickles & Finish‑Line Feels 1:01:58

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Blisters, Pizza & Blair Witch: A Wild Ultra Conversation 1:43:07

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Side‑Quest Queens: Cacti, Squirrels & Hoodoos on a 50th Birthday 1:02:59

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Your Why Is Greater Than Your Excuses — Devil's Den 30-Hour Recap 52:12

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Finding Strength on the Trails: Joey Thompson’s Journey from Grief to 100 Miles 51:58

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THE Lori Riley: From Newsroom to Trail — 36 Years of Stories, Sports, and Running 1:00:14

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Trail Chaos: Notchview Invitational Live 39:07

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High Fives Save Lives 58:28

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Who knew eating was a superpower? 59:28

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Asleep on Her Feet 53:41

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Mother of Doggos 1:26:37

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Which came first: the idiot or the bad decision? 55:20

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Best in Show 56:40

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Idiots Assemble 30:01