Summer Of Miles: Recent Episodes
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Running miles in Raleigh and beyond. Hosted by Sandy Roberts and Pat Price. Discussing the Sir Walter Miler, the Raleigh Half Marathon, Pop Up Miles, Pop Up Cross Country at Dix Park, the Raleigh RunDown Downhill Mile, and more!
Lindsey Hein and Pat host Juliette Whittaker, Teagan Schein-Becker, Kaley DeLay, Carson William, Davis Bove, Eric Holt, Waleed Suliman, Heather MacLean, and Luke Houser. Presented by Running Mate.
Sandy and Pat are back together to discuss everything you need to know about the 2026 Sir Walter Miler!
Carlee Hansen chats with Pat about running for Coach Diljeet Taylor in Provo, making pasta, joining Nike Swoosh Track Club, her time and favorite places to run in Chapel Hill, and what she's looking forward to Friday in Raleigh!
Teagan Schein-Becker joins Pat to chat about the recent Brooks Beasts success, her evolution as a runner from high school to Rider, how Raleigh Relays has been good to her and how she hopes to channel the energy this Friday night!
2024 Sir Walter Miler Champ Waleed Suliman joins us from the houseboat he lives on to talk about the Brooks Beasts, the atmosphere at Sir Walter, what it's like living on said houseboat, and Hootie!
Eric Holt comes back on the Summer of Miles podcast to talk about his win at the Brooklyn Mile, his goal of breaking the New York State Record in the Mile, what to expect at Sir Walter, and more!
Sir Walter Qualifier Champ Joe Bistritz joins the pod ahead of the 2026 Sir Walter Miler to discuss running in Boise, Idaho, his time running with the NC State Wolfpack in college, and what he is looking forward to this weekend.
Sinclaire Johnson checks in ahead of the 2026 Sir Walter Miler to chat about what she's up to this Summer, her American record run and setting goals, as well as to give some advice for those entering the pro ranks that she would have appreciated.
Davis Bove checks in ahead of the 2026 Sir Walter Miler to take about training with the Under Armour Dark Sky team in Flagstaff, the difference in track and triathlon training, and more.
The annual Sir Walter Miler Elite fields podcast; 2026 edition! Jeff Caron and Stephen Furst join Pat to discuss the Trail Ridge Financial Women's field and the Brooks Running Men's field! In the second part of the episode, Pat is joined by Brad Miles from Lever Movement to talk Lever!
Sandy and Pat get back together to discuss the Mile World Record, what's in store for the 2026 Sir Walter Miler and then Dena Lewis joins us to talk about Running Mate!
Sandy and Pat are back to talk about the Pop Up Miles season, the Tour de Walter, the 2026 Sir Walter Miler week, and more!
Sandy and Pat are back to chat about Giving Tuesday and how you can support Sir Walter Running and get some cool swag in the process. Plus, they chat about the 2025 Raleigh Holiday Half Marathon and tell you everything you need to know!
Pat and LIndsey Hein hosted a panel of Carson Williams, Michael Spragley, Olivia Markezich, Sam Prakel, Jess McGorty, Angel Piccirillo, Ky Robinson, Mario Garcia Romo, Colleen Quigley and Olli Hoare ahead of the 2025 Sir Walter Miler.
Sandy and Pat go long to talk about the 2025 USATF Outdoor Championships and then all things Sir Walter Miler; from race day to every event surrounding it!
Colleen Quigley joins Pat from Eugene to chat about Team Meridia and the Meridia Mile, which you can run in conjunction with the Raleigh RunDown Downhill Mile on August 9th! They chat about the formation of the group and the why behind it, as well as picks and predictions from Eugene!
Rachel McArthur joins us from Eugene in advance of the 2025 USATF Outdoor Track Field Championships to chat about Virginia, ASICS, cycling, coffee and her connection to the Raleigh area ahead of the 2025 Sir Walter Miler.
Stephen Furst and Jeff Caron join Pat to talk about the initial 2025 Sir Walter Miler Elite fields!
The 2025 Sir Walter Miler is upon us! Sandy and Pat kick off the season with a recap of the Pop Up Miles, a disclaimer on the Tour de Walter, and all you need to know about what's coming at the 2025 Sir Walter Miler!
On Episode 106, Pat goes solo to tell you about the 2024 Raleigh Holiday Half Marathon and discuss the details on Sir Walter Running's Giving Tuesday efforts!
The 3rd annual Sir Walter Miler Elite Athlete Panel.Pat was joined by Lindsey Hein for a panel that included Eric Holt, Abby Nichols, Sean McGorty, Eleanor Fulton, Allie Buchalski, Mick Stanovsek, Jess McGorty, Jenn Randall and Tim Haughton.The event was hosted at Runologie and was sponsored by Puma and Puma Elite.
It's 2024 Sir Walter Miler week and Sandy and Pat are here to talk about it! We walk through all the Sir Walter Miler-related events and the night of the Sir Walter Miler itself. Tune in and immerse yourself!
Eric Holt joins Pat to discuss his new life as a Puma athlete, what his future plans are and how he'll keep the fire burning, as part of the lead up to the 2024 Sir Walter Miler.
Jess McGorty joins Pat to discuss Pop Up Miles, running for Puma Elite, her favorite spots in the Triangle, and more, as part of the lead up to the 2024 Sir Walter Miler.
Lindsey Butler joins Pat to discuss Virginia Tech, the Mile vs. the 800, her NC connections, and more, as part of the lead up to the 2024 Sir Walter Miler.
Sage Hurta-Klecker joins Pat to discuss St. Moritz, her connections to the area, her new teammates, and more, as part of the lead up to the 2024 Sir Walter Miler.
On Episode 100, Men's Elite Coordinator, Stephen Furst, joins Pat to discuss the initial Men's Elite field for the 2024 Sir Walter Miler.
Sir Walter Miler Women's Elite Coordinator Jeff Caron joins Sandy and Pat to discuss the 2024 Initial field.
On Episode 98, Maurten's Ian Marling joins Sandy and Pat to chat about hydrogel. bicarb, and how Maurten can help you run a faster mile! The Sir Walter Qualifier field is announced. Plus Olympic Trials 1500m predictions!
Sandy and Pat welcome you to the 2024 Summer of Miles and rundown the events starting Wednesday, May 22nd at the Rialto with Prefontaine Night to the Pop Up Miles to the Sir Walter Miler and more!
Sandy and Pat talk about the 2023 Raleigh Holiday Holiday Half Marathon, as well as Giving Tuesday, and the local success of runners and teams in the Triangle.
Recording of the 2023 Sir Walter Miler Elite Athlete Panel at Runologie, hosted by Pat and Lindsey Hein. Athletes that participated were Jenn Randall, Gina McNamara, Eric Holt, Ben Allen, Micaela DeGenero, Madie Boreman, Ryan Adams, Taylor Werner and Will Leer.Video of the event is posted on the Sir Walter Running YouTube Channel.
On Episode 95, Sandy and Pat run through all things Sir Walter Miler 10 week, from the group run Wednesday morning at Runologie to the Record Jogger Brewing Company launch to the Raleigh RunDown Saturday night. If you plan to come to the 2023 Sir Walter Miler, this one's for you.
On Episode 94, Eric Holt joins Pat to chat about his season, his big workout before USA's, heading to Europe for the first time, and returning to the Sir Walter Miler!
On Episode 93, Logan Jolly chats with Pat about growing up running in Spartanburg, her season of steeplechase races, running for ASICS and what to expect at the 2023 Sir Walter Miler!
On Episode 92, Pat talks to 2023 Sir Walter Qualifier Winner Dan Schaffer of Zap Fitness about his transition to living in Boone/Blowing Rock and what his year in the mountains of North Carolina has been like in advance of the 2023 Sir Walter Miler.
On Episode 91, Pat talks to Jenn Randall about her rise through the ranks from post-collegiate hobby jogger to pro runner; and her career as a doctor of physical therapy, as well as a local coach in Eugene, Oregon for the Amazon Distance Project.
On Episode 90, 2023 Sir Walter Miler competitor Andy Bayer joins Sandy and Pat to discuss his return to competitive runner, his current training versus his old training, and the Grateful Dead!
On Episode 89, our Sir Walter Miler Elite Men's Coordinator, Stephen Furst, joins us to run through the 2023 field!
On Episode 88, our Sir Walter Miler Elite Women's Coordinator, Jeff Caron, joins us to run through the 2023 field!
Back for the 7th season of the Summer of Miles podcast, Sandy and Pat are back to discuss the Pop Up Miles season and some exciting developments for the 10th year of the Sir Walter Miler!
On Episode 86, Sandy and Pat get back together to recap the year and talk about Giving Tuesday and the 2022 Raleigh Holiday Half Marathon.
On Episode 85, we have 2-time Olympian, Jack Bacheler! Jack has been a guest we've been trying to track down for a while, so it was a blast hearing about the creation of the Florida Track Club, the Munich Olympics, Bruce Denton, racing against Steve Prefontaine, running 180 miles per week, growing 800+ pound pumpkins, and more!
On Episode 84, Sandy and Pat are joined by 1996 Olympian, Coach and Author, Dan Middleman. Dan is from Long Island and was a standout runner in high school, before heading to the University of Florida. He would run the Olympic Trials in the Steeplechase in 1992, and then moved to Raleigh to train with Coach Rollie Geiger in 1993. We talked to Dan about the move here, his training, making the Olympic team, writing his debut novel, "Pain," as well as coaching and still running in his 50's.
Kicking off the 2022 Sir Walter Miler week is the first Sir Walter Miler Athlete Panel with Megan Mansy, Emily Richards, Jye Edwards, Rorey Hunter, Jonathan Davis, Rob Heppenstall, Eleanor Fulton, Gabbi Jennings and a special appearance by Colleen Quigley.
Sir Walter Miler Weekend is here! Sandy and Pat walk through the event and everything surrounding the weekend so that you don't have to!
New pro Yared Nuguse joins us from his old Kentucky home en route to the 2022 Sir Walter Miler. We talk about his time at Notre Dame, how many times he's seen "Rudy," why he chose to join OAC in Boulder, and memories from the NCAA 1500m record he set in Raleigh last year.
A few days out from Sir Walter Miler 8, we have 2022 Worlds team member Sean McGorty join the guys to chat about coming back from injury many times, whether or not Woody Kincaid practices his kick in reps, getting over the hump and making the U.S. team, moving to Eugene, and all his connections to North Carolina!
Wake Forest alum Rob Heppenstall joins us to talk about his Canadian 1500m Championship this year, his move up from the 800m, running at Salem Lake, and the thrill of wearing the Canadian kit! He'll look for his first sub 4 to back up his 3:35 1500m PR next week at the 2022 Sir Walter Miler!
New Generation Track & Field's Matt Wisner pops in from camp in Boulder to chat about his time at Duke, the history of New Gen, and his training leading up to the 2022 Sir Walter Miler!
Fresh off her 4th place finish at USATF Outdoors, Gabbi Jennings joins us from Boulder, Colorado, to chat about her first year as a pro training with Team Boss, as well as her time at Furman, and running in her hometown of Slidell, Louisiana! She'll join us for the 8th Sir Walter Miler next week!
Aisha Praught-Leer kicks off our 2022 Sir Walter Miler athlete series with a fun chat about the Commonwealth Games, the Tour de France, World Championships in Eugene, competing for Jamaica, and more!
We have a special one for episode 75! Pat and Sandy, along with Gail Hafley, visited with local running legends, Mike Shea and Mary Shea, at Mike's home in Raleigh. Mike and Mary filled us in on many stories, and it should be noted that Mike is 93 years young!
Mike Shea was a pioneer in the Raleigh running community. After completing a successful running and then coaching career at NC State in the mid 60's, Mike began organizing local races and was one of the first to provide opportunities for youth and women to compete in track, cross country, and road races. His selfless determination to provide opportunities to all levels of runners helped make Raleigh the running mecca it is today. Several of Mike's 7 children were elite youth runners, with Julie and Mary going on to very successful collegiate and post collegiate careers.
Mary Shea still holds the prep 10,000 meter record, which she set in June of 1979, narrowly edging out Joan Benoit (Samuelson) in 32:52.5. This run came just after she set National Records in the 2 Mile and 5000 meters. She would go on to finish second, behind her sister Julie, in the 5000 meters at the 1980 Olympic Trials; an event that was just an exhibition at the time. She would then finish 3rd in the Boston Marathon in 1983, while running for Nike.
Stephen Furst stops by for his annual visit to introduce the 2022 Sir Walter Miler Men’s Elite Field.
Jeff Caron stops by for his annual visit to introduce the 2022 Sir Walter Miler Women's Elite Field.
On Episode 72, Sandy and Pat talk about their time in Eugene for the USATF Outdoor Track and Field Championships, recap Week 3 of the Pop Up Miles, and then have recent NC State grad, Hannah Steelman, join the pod and talk about her signing with ON Running, her time in Raleigh, and more!
Sandy and Pat stop by Runologie to talk with Alex Warren about the Run for Love, the bar at "The Laboratory," a special Sir Walter Miler week event, and more. Special Guest Josh Dwight joins for a few minutes to chat Pine State Coffee and running shoes, as well!
Jason Honeycutt of J. Cutt Photography stops by Sunrise Studios to chat with Sandy and Pat about shooting Sir Walter events and more. Plus we recap Pop Up Miles Week 1 and discuss what's coming up. Send Jason a tip on Venmo and check out his Instagram! (@j.cuttphotography)
The Summer of Miles podcast is back! Get all the details on the Pop Up Miles, the Sir Walter Miler, the Raleigh RunDown Downhill Mile, and more, as Sandy and Pat return EVERY THURSDAY this Summer!
The podcast is back to chat about Sir Walter Running's 2021 Giving Tuesday offerings as well as a breakdown of the Raleigh Holiday Half Marathon. If you're running the race this weekend, give it a listen!
On Episode 67, Sandy and Pat walk you through the 2021 Sir Walter Miler weekend, from the big event Friday night to the Raleigh RunDown Downhill Mile on Saturday night. Then Craig Engels comes on to talk about what he's been up to this Summer. He discusses his disappointment after the trials, his Summer racing schedule, his thoughts on the Miler, his thoughts on what just happened with the Men's 1500 team in Tokyo, and more!
On Episode 66, Sir Walter Director of Hospitality, Melissa Coleman, joins as co-host and talks about everything that goes into putting on the Miler. Then Mick Stanovsek joins us to talk about walking on at Oregon, training in the Outer Banks, his North Carolina roots, his Australian heritage, as well as his connection to the Triangle.
On Episode 65, Sir Walter Miler Elite Men's Coordinator Stephen Furst stops by to co-host and talk about the 2021 Men's Field. We discuss the two components to the field, as well as the process for getting into the race in future years, as well as some of his favorite moments from the Miler over the years.
On Episode 64, On Athletics Club's Sage Hurta joins us to talk about training in Boulder, her tough break at the Olympic Trials, why she joined On Athletics Club, and more!
On Episode 63, Sir Walter Miler Elite Women's Coordinator Jeff Caron stops by to co-host and talk about the 2021 Women's Field, as well as some of his favorite moments from the Miler over the years.
On Episode 62, Joey Berriatua of Tinman Elite enters the Summer of Miles to discuss his beginnings as a baseball player turned runner, who competed against Tour de France vet Neilson Powless in high school. He then talks about joining Tinman Elite and his time with the team, including the turbulent past year. Finally, he discusses the mile, and his quest for sub 4:00 that will land him on the Sir Walter Miler starting line. Then finally, we chat about where he goes moving forward.
On Episode 61, Elly Henes joins us live and in person to talk about her start with running, her illustrious career at NC State that concluded with a win at the NCAA Championships in the 5000 meters, her future plans, signing with adidas, her evolution as a leader, running at Sir Walter, and more!
The Summer of Miles is back with 2 weeks down of the Pop Up Miles and 2 weeks left to go. The Sir Walter Trialer is coming, and Sandy and Pat make their picks for the Men's 1500 team.
Episode 59 is a quick one where Sandy and Pat talk about the Greenway 20k, the first event that the City of Raleigh has allowed after the Special Events Moratorium ends on March 31. Join us on Saturday, April 3 for the 20k or the 2x10k Relay!
Ryan Hill stops by the Summer of Miles to talk to Pat and Sandy about his path to Hoka One One and NAZ Elite, as well as his departure from Nike and Bowerman Track Club.
On Episode 57, Sandy and Pat catch up with Georgetown alum, Jon Green. He and Sandy discuss his upbringing as a runner, his time at Georgetown, and where his goals are as a competitor. Then Jon and Pat discuss his recent coaching success, how he ended up connecting with 2020 (2021) Olympian, Molly Seidel, and all about that day in Atlanta.
Episode 56 is your audio race packet for the 2020 Raleigh Half Marathon. Sandy and Pat walk through packet pickup to the afterparty, as well as how to run the course! Too lazy to read the pre-race emails? Dig into this episode! If you're looking to get some help breaking a time barrier this Saturday, pacer extraordinaire Sean O'Neal joins us at the end to talk about what to expect from running with a pace group, and more!
On Episode 55, Sandy and Pat sit down with local 2020 Olympic Trials Marathon qualifier, Tom Nobles. Tom talks about his beginnings in running for Green Hope, his stellar career at UNC Charlotte, and finally where he is now in training and racing. He discusses his 2:17 performance at the California International Marathon, his goals for the Trials, and more!
On Episode 54, the "Miles to the Trials" series continues, as Pat interviews Raleigh Distance Project's Shari Eberhard. Shari talks about her experience at USATF Club Cross Country Nationals this past weekend, her Olympic Trials Qualifying race at the 2019 Chicago Marathon, and her time in Raleigh; which includes some of her favorite places to run, and to relax. She also discusses running at the famed York High School, and what she's doing to get ready for Atlanta.
On Episode 53, Sandy and Pat discuss the Pursuit Ales "Toe the Line" release (and where to get it), Giving Tuesday, the formation of the Gray Squirrel Track Club (and the Tracksmith singlets), as well as the partnership with the Longleaf Hotel. Pat then interviews Sound Running's Jesse Williams about training for the Raleigh Half Marathon, the Track Meet, and the Sound Running Tour.
On Episode 52, Sandy and Pat head over to Bond Brothers Beer Company to chat with Jay and Jeremy Bond about the launch of Pursuit Ales, the "Toe the Line" release party Friday, and why they started the brand. They also talk about the 2020 Raleigh Half Marathon (and a Black Friday discount code), Turkey Trots, and what they're thankful for in running.
On Episode 51, Nike Bowerman Track Club's Andrew Bumbalough calls into the podcast to help introduce the "Miles to the Trials" series. Bumbalough talks about his big run in Chicago, pacing Eliud Kipchoge at Breaking2 in 2017, racing in Nike's Next%, his buildup to the Olympic Trials Marathon in Atlanta, and how to run McAlpine Park to qualify for Foot Locker Nationals.
Sandy and Pat also discuss the return of the Raleigh Half Marathon, and what to expect, and get excited about, in 2020!
On Episode 50, Tim Jeffreys chats with Pat about the release of his new film, The 41st Day, a documentary about 2:04:59 marathoner Ryan Hall. We talked about the 7 year journey that started with a Kickstarter campaign, took him to Ethiopia, and how he handled Ryan's career taking some challenging turns, and their relationship along the way. He also weighs in on the INEOS 1:59 Challenge, the 2020 Marathon Trials, and the 2020 Track & Field Trials in Eugene, Oregon. The 41st Day will be screened on Thursday, October 24th at the Alamo Drafthouse at 5pm and 8pm. Tim will do a Q&A after each screening. Get tickets at SirWalterRunning.com.
On Episode 49, Sandy and Pat stop by the office of 2019 USTFCCA Hall of Fame inductee, Coach Rollie Geiger. We chat with Coach Geiger about how he got to Raleigh in the first place, his long and successful tenure at NC State, his job before coaching, recruiting in the social media age, what keeps him excited 40 years in, where he finds inspiration for the team, some key workouts the team does, changes in training theory, different areas the team has run in Raleigh, and some quick takes on Sir Walter Miler, the Krispy Kreme Challenge, and more! Tune in for a great conversation with a local (and national) legend! (and stay tuned after the interview for some messages from his former athletes)
On Episode 48, Sandy and Pat recap the weekend, and Carrie Tollefson joins the Summer of Miles to give her impressions of the race, talk about the evolution of the sport, her broadcasting career, and breaking 4:30 herself.
Sandy and Pat are back behind the mic at Sunrise Studios to discuss the ENTIRE 2019 Sir Walter Miler weekend. If you've never been before, or even if you have, this is the podcast for you!
On Episode 46, 2019 Sir Walter Miler competitor Rebecca Mehra stops by the Loading Dock to chat with Pat about her experience in Des Moines at the 2019 USATF Outdoor Championships, living and training in Bend with Little Wing/Oiselle and Coach Lauren Fleshman, and, of course, working for the Mayor.
On Episode 45, recent Furman grad Aaron Templeton comes on to chat with Pat about his Pro Debut in the 10,000 meters at the 2019 USATF Outdoor Championships, his career at Furman, Cross Country, North Carolina, his future plans, and of course, movies.
On Episode 44, Pat interviews 3-time Summer of Miles guest Stephanie Garcia. Steph talks about her move across country to train with Kim Conley and Drew Wartenburg, her recovery techniques, UVA basketball, and her longevity in the sport.
Sir Walter Miler Men’s Elite Coordinator Stephen Furst joins Pat and Sandy to run down the 2019 Sir Walter Miler Elite Men’s Field!
Sir Walter Miler Women's Elite Coordinator Jeff Caron joins Pat to run down the 2019 Sir Walter Miler Elite Women's Field!
On Episode 41, Sandy and Pat recap the 2019 Pop Up Miles Championship and discuss the Tour de Walter thus far.
On Episode 40, Pat interviews recent Olympic Trials Marathon qualifier, Tristin Van Ord. They chat about her going from part time runner, part time soccer player at Chapel Hill High to Appalachian State standout, to the Raleigh Distance Project. They also discuss The Pursuit, a local group that she and Andie Cozzarelli coach, as well as some of her favorite spots in Raleigh and Boone.
On Episode 39, Sandy and Pat preview the 2019 Pop Up Miles Championship, unveil the "Extra" race at the Sir Walter Miler, and talk about more ways to get involved in this years event. The show is now also available on Spotify!
On Episode 38, Sandy and Pat discuss the few weeks of the Pop Up Miles, this Friday's Raleigh RunDown Downhill Mile, and Gabe Grunewald.
The podcast is back with the 2019 Pop Up Miles season just days away. Sandy and Pat discuss what to look forward to this June, as well as tease some things going on later this Summer; the Raleigh RunDown Downhill Mile on Friday, June 14th, the Tour de Walter in July, and the 6th Sir Walter Miler on Friday, August 2nd.
On the second segment, Runologie Co-Owner Alex Warren, joins Pat after the Thursday night run, to discuss this weekend's Run for Love 5k, The Pursuit, Johnny Dutch's "Run of the Picture" screening, and his recent win at the NC Beer Mile.
On Episode 36, we walk through the Raleigh Half Marathon weekend! It's everything you need to know from parking, to packet pickup, to the afterparty! Too lazy to read the pre-race emails? Dig into this episode!
The guys are back with Episode 35, the Kevin Durant Episode of sorts, where they announce the 2019 Summer of Miles schedule, as well as do a deep dive on the inaugural (sold out) Raleigh Half Marathon. Listen in for a special announcement about the Pop Up Miles Championship, as well as all of the information you want (and need) about the Raleigh Half!
On Episode 34, Sandy and Pat are back to discuss the launch of the 2019 Raleigh Half Marathon, and then chat with 2018 California International Marathon 4th place finisher, Joe Stilin. Stilin runs for Blowing Rock, NC-based Zap Fitness and is a Sir Walter Miler alum. He talks about his debut of 2:13:19, how he got there, and more!
On Episode 33, Sandy and Pat return to talk about the 2018 Pop Up Cross Country at Dix Park season that starts this Tuesday, October 2nd. Take a listen to hear more about the second season of the "Autumn of Trials."
On Episode 32, Sandy and Pat recap what was the 2018 Sir Walter Miler: a historic night with 5 Women going under 4:30, and 13 Men going under 4:00, which was the most Americans to ever run sub 4:00 in one race. Then they speak with Jacob Thomson about his first sub 4:00 at Sir Walter, and Sara Vaughn about her sub 4:30 and near win after going with the rabbit from the gun.
On Episode 31, Sandy and Pat tell you all you need to know for the 2018 Sir Walter Miler! Want to know where to park or when to be at the track? This is the podcast for you. Plus - Intern predictions at the end of the show!
On Episode 30, Pat Casey and Hassan Mead join the podcast to talk about their "Summer of Denials," as Sandy talks with them about their toughest injuries, and how they recovered.
On Episode 29, Sandy and Pat reveal the winners of the Tour de Walter and the Champs-ElYates Mill, and chat about recent guest Sam Prakel's signing with adidas. Then Pat speaks with former Summer of Miles guest, and Sir Walter Miler Veteran, Stephanie Garcia, about what she's been up to the past year, and the proper way to DM on Instagram. Finally, Pat chats with Connor "Merk" Mercurio and Jimmy Stevenson of the GO4it Film. In the closing, Sandy has a plea for everyone coming to the Sir Walter Miler Friday!
In Episode 28, 2018 competitor Charlie Marquardt tells us about running Division 3, Swarthmore magic, Corgis, Riptide Rush, and his dive for sub 4:00. Also - Sandy and Pat discuss their "Top 5 Sir Walter Miler Moments."
Pat stops by the Sports Channel 8 Radio Show to chat Sir Walter, Tour de France, and the Top 5 Running Moments in North Carolina history.
On Episode 27, Sandy and Pat chat with 2018 Sir Walter Miler Elite Athletes Sam Prakel and Jamie Morrissey. Sam discusses running at the University of Oregon, and his recent successful tour of Europe with a few wins in Ireland, including the Morton Mile. Elite Women's Coordinator Jeff Caron joins the Summer of Miles during the chat with Jamie Morrissey, where she discusses training with True Blue Elite in Ann Arbor Michigan, pacing the Women's field, and her quest for the best coffee and beer in Raleigh.
On Episode 26, Sandy and Pat talk about the 2018 Sir Walter Miler, the latest Tour De Walter Strava Challenges, interview Les Abbott from Raleigh Brewing Company and Robin Pate from the Kay Yow Cancer Fund.
On Episode 25, Sir Walter Miler Men’s Elite Coordinator Stephen Furst joins Sandy and Pat (and Logan) to unveil the initial 2018 Men’s Field!
On Episode 24, Sir Walter Miler Women's Elite Coordinator Jeff Caron joins Pat to unveil the initial 2018 Women's Field!
On Episode 23, Sandy and Pat recap the 2018 Pop Up Miles season and Championship, as well as discuss the start of Sir Walter Miler season. They interview the Pop Up Miles Champions, Sammy George and Henry Dwyer, as well as give out personal awards, and discuss the 2018 USATF 1500 Championships, and how the Sir Walter Alums faired.
On Episode 22, Sandy and Pat recap the busy last week of the 3rd annual Raleigh RunDown Downhill Mile and the inaugural Session at the Speedway. Finally, they run down all the Sir Walter Miler alumni running at the USATF Outdoor Championship this weekend in Des Moines. Those athletes (in no particular order), are: Drew Piazza, Tripp, Hurt, Stephanie Brown, Amanda Eccleston, Johnny Gregorek, Robby Andrews, Craig Engels, Colby Alexander, Drew Hunter, Graham Crawford, Isaac Yorks, Ford Palmer, Sara Vaughn, Shannon Osika, Emily Lipari, Cory McGee, Megan Mansy, Sara Sutherland, Rachel Schneider, Nicole Tully, Lauren Johnson, Trevor Dunbar, Joe Stilin, Lauren Paquette, Katrina Coogan, Sarah Pease and Kenyetta Iyevbele.
On Episode 21, Sandy and Pat recap Pop Up Miles Week 2, preview the 2018 Raleigh RunDown and the Session at the Speedway, talk briefly about the postrun polo launch at the Portland Track Festival, and then speak with Runologie's Alex Warren about the Runologie x Sir Walter Miler Goodr Sunglasses, the Keep RLGH Independent Four Miler, and the return of the Boylan Shorts.
On Episode 20, Sandy and Pat recap Week 1 of the 2018 Pop Up Miles season at Cary Academy, and preview week 2 (as well as the Raleigh RunDown). Next is an interview with Portland Track Festival Meet Director, Craig Rice, where they discuss the meets growth over the years, their commitment to their mission, the 2018 event, and the Innovation Project, which spawned the postrun brand. In the final segment, Sandy and Pat discuss the postrun polo, and some other things that are in the works for the 2018 Sir Walter Miler. All music in the episode is by Portland's Richmond Fontaine, except for that last song...
The 2018 Summer of Miles is here! Sandy and Pat talk about the upcoming Pop Up Miles series, the 2018 Raleigh RunDown Downhill Mile, the Session at the Speedway, and more!
The podcast returns with the 2018 Nash UNC Health Care Rocket Mile preview episode. Sandy and Pat discuss the race and what to expect on Sunday, and interview Cam Schultz of HopFly Brewing Co., who has made a Mint Julep Beer for the packet pickup on Derby Day. They also discuss Sir Walter Running's new non-profit status and the 2018 Raleigh RunDown Downhill Mile on June 15, 2018.
The podcast returns to discuss this weekend's Camel City Elite meet in Winston Salem. Sandy and Pat discuss the launch of Sir Walter Running, the Rocket Mile, the Raleigh RunDown, and the relaunch of the Under the Stars Mile. Pat interviews repeat guest Craig Engels and Meet Director, Craig Longhurst to talk about JDL and Camel City.
On Episode 16, Sandy and Pat recap the inaugural Raleigh City Cross Country Championship and wrap up the first season of Pop Up Cross Country at Dix Park. They discuss the results, the bagpiper, the hay bails, the "Big Field Mile" (and its Strava segment), as well as what to possibly look forward to in the future of Sir Walter Running!
On Episode 15, Sandy and Pat recap Week 3 aka "Relay Night" at Pop Up Cross Country at Dix Park, then preview the inaugural Raleigh City Cross Country Championship. Then they interview Sir Walter Running's operations head, Greg Dame. Greg discusses running at Dix Park, the course for the City Championship, the joy of team running, and the awards for the winners Tuesday.
On Episode 14, Sandy and Pat recap Week 2 of Pop Up Cross Country, preview the Week 3 relays, and discuss Week 4 aka the Raleigh City Cross Country Championship. Then Pat interviews Andie Cozzarelli and Sarah Rapp of the newly-formed Raleigh Distance Project. They talk about their goals for the team, who's on the team, their favorite runs, and places to eat in Raleigh!
On Episode 13, Sandy and Pat recap week 1 of Pop Up Cross Country at Dix Park, and then interview Scott Payne, who is the Assistant Director of the Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department. They discuss the championship-style "Course of Payne" for Week 2 of #PopUpXC, and the future of Cross Country at Dix Park.
Sandy and Pat return to chat about the upcoming Pop Up Cross Country series on Tuesday nights in October at Dix Park, and Sandy offers up some tips about running a successful Cross Country race. All bluegrass bumper music as well, as we celebrate Wide Open Bluegrass in Raleigh this weekend.
On the final episode of the 2017 Sir Walter Miler season, Sandy and Pat take a look back at the weekend, and run through some of the highlights, as well as thank the Sir Walter Running team, and all the sponsors that helped make SWMIV a reality. They also interview first time sub 4:00 milers, Drew Piazza and Andrew Dusing, about their experience of joining that special list of Americans to accomplish the feat!
On Episode 10, Sandy and Pat start with some history on the Sir Walter Miler; from the Sandman Mile to where we are in year four. Next, Sandy interviews Meredith College Head Track and Cross Country Coach Leslie Payne. Finally, the guys go through everything you will need to know for the 2017 Sir Walter Miler Weekend.
On Episode 9, Pat interviews Furman Elite and New Balance athlete (and 2015 Sir Walter Miler Champ), Steph Garcia, about her rise from walk on to scholarship athlete at the University of Virginia; about racing, and staying focused, in Europe; as well as fighting through adversity and bouncing back with several PB's after the dissapointment of not making the 2017 World team. We also discuss early morning knocks on the door from USADA, and brunch.
In Episode 8, Sandy and Pat interview the Ari Gold of Track & Field; Ray Flynn. Well... maybe not that, but one of the pre-eminent athletics agents, and the Irish Mile Recold Holder (3:49.77). Ray shares stories of his record run at the Dream Mile in Oslo, his thoughts about running professionally, what the best contract he tries to negotiate is, as well as the emergence of the East Coast mile series, and specifically, the Sir Walter Miler.
In Episode 7, Sandy interviews NC State Wolfpack alum, Andrew Colley, about his exemplary collegiate career, his journey to Zap Fitness/Reebok to embark on his pro career, his battle with injuries in a mini segment called "Summer of Denials," bouncing back, and of course his connection to Raleigh and the Sir Walter Miler!
In Episode 6, Pat interviews 2017 Sir Walter Miler competitor, Stephanie Brown, to chat about her start in running back in small town Illinois, her collegiate career at Arkansas and training with Christin Wurth-Thomas, her sub 4:30 mile run at the 2016 Sir Walter Miler, and her interests in cooking and photography.
Episode 5 is the #BlueJeansMile episode! Sandy interviews Victor Lytvinenko of Raleigh Denim to discuss the startup of the iconic Raleigh brand, as well as their involvement with the Citius Mag presents the Raleigh Denim Mile. After that, Pat interviews Chris Chavez of Citus Mag and Sports Illustrated about the rise of the Blue Jeans Mile, his experience at the 2015 Sir Walter Miler, and what he's looking forward to this year.
On Episode 4, Pat interviews Men's Elite Coordinator, Logan Roberts, and they break down the 2017 Sir Walter Miler Men's Elite field. In the intro, Pat and Sandy discuss the next Strava Challenge, the VIS and CorpEx packages, as well as the need for volunteers at Sir Walter Miler!
On Episode 3, Sandy Roberts sits down with recent NC State graduate, Megan Moye. An ACC 1500m Champion and multiple time All-American, Megan is excited to take a shot at the sub 4:30 barrier at the 2017 Sir Walter Miler; and she breaks the news about where she will be running professionally, and what club and shoe company she'll be representing on the starting line August 4th!
On Episode 2, we sit down with new Nike Oregon Project athlete, Craig Engels, and discuss his senior year at Ole Miss, his decision to sign with Flynn Sports, Nike Running, and the Nike Oregon Project, and of course his goal of breaking 4:00 in the mile for the first time at the 2017 Sir Walter Miler.
In Episode 1, co-hosts Sandy Roberts and Pat Price talk about the evolution of the Sir Walter Miler, the Sir Walter Running Summer of Miles Strava Challenge, and interview Women's Elite Coordinator, Jeff Caron, about the 2017 Women's Field!
Co-Hosts Sandy Roberts and Pat Price get you ready for the Sir Walter Miler with athlete interviews, sponsor segments, Raleigh content, and more. Make sure and subscribe before the true Episode 1 drops, where we'll go over the initial field for the 2017 Sir Walter Miler.