Marathon participation is surging, fueled in large part by 20-somethings who’ve embraced distance running as a way to deal with their quarter-life crises. Journalist Maggie Mertens and researcher Kevin Masters break down the state of the race.
This episode was produced by Amanda Lewellyn, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by ... Show More
Nov 21
Attention deficit television
The screens are getting smaller, and so are our attention spans.
This episode was produced by Kelli Wessinger, edited by Jolie Myers, fact-checked by Miles Bryan and Melissa Hirsch, engineered by Patrick Boyd and Adriene Lilly, and hosted by Noel King.
Image credit vladans/Get ... Show More
25m 48s
Nov 20
How antidepressants got political
More young people are taking antidepressants. And there's a brewing backlash to the meds on the right.
This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy, edited by Jolie Myers, fact-checked by Melissa Hirsch and Hady Mawajdeh, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Noel King.
Imag ... Show More
25m 51s
Oct 2024
88: How Have Marathon Records Improved Over The Last 100 Years?
<p>In episode 88, The Running Channel podcast trio delves into the evolution of men’s marathon records over the past century. Back in 1925, the record stood at 2:29:01, while the current benchmark to beat is an incredible 2:00:35. What factors have contributed to this incredible ... Show More
40m 15s
Aug 2024
I Hated Running, Now I Run Marathons - Anya Culling
Anya culling is a professional runner who initially ran a 4:36 marathon adn less than 18 months later ran a 2:30. This insane achievement isn't the most impressive thing about her, she is an incredibly kind person who is jumping on today to chat about accusations of doping, menta ... Show More
55m 30s
Sep 19
HEATED ROUNDTABLE, Jimmy Kimmel Suspension Talk, Sports, Movies & More (9/19/25) Full Show
In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Local Attorney Jane Dueker, Missouri State Representative Steve Butz and Republican Consultant Gregg Keller. They discuss various trending political topics including Jimmy Kimmel's suspension from ABC and if it's a restriction ... Show More
1h 58m
Jun 2022
Archive - Building A Sub-2:50 Marathon Brick By Brick | Nick & Coach Jeff
<p>In this episode, marathon coach Jeff Cunningham sits down with Nick to discuss and recap Nick’s performance at the Buffalo, New York Marathon that he ran on May 29th, 2022.</p>
<p>Nick and Coach Jeff discuss the importance of consistency in training, and how that compounded to ... Show More
1h 22m
Sep 18
Trending Towards Violence with Charlie Warzel
In the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, Jon is joined by Charlie Warzel, staff writer at The Atlantic and author of its "Galaxy Brain" newsletter. Together, they explore how algorithms distort the way we experience these tragic events while rewarding the most extreme re ... Show More
1h 14m
Oct 1
Why NYC’s Zohran Mamdani doesn’t fit racial boxes – and that’s the point
Zohran Mamdani, born in Uganda and raised in New York, is in the lead to become the city’s next mayor. His complex identity has sparked debate in the US. From questions about race to immigrant experiences, his story is challenging the way Americans think about identity, politics, ... Show More
24m 32s
Aug 29
“Self-care isn’t selfish!” How to keep fit and have fun
Fearne’s been loving the UEFA Women’s EUROS, so this episode celebrates the huge summer of sport we’re having by listening back to some brilliant sportspeople who’ve told their stories on Happy Place. Plus, if you’ve been inspired to move your own body more, how can you set your ... Show More
44m 43s