Running Rivals: Recent Episodes
Rory Linkletter, Nick Hauger, Matthew Baxter
Rory Linkletter and Nick Hauger former rivals, current friends talk all things running news, share good laughs and insight on the world of a professional distance runner.
Zach Panning joins the show hot off a breakthrough in the Chicago Marathon. He shares insights into his team, his approach to this feat, what may be next for him and more!
In this episode Nick talks about his return to racing and his gear up for CIM. Rory shares his Toronto thoughts, and Nick and Rory talk XC storylines after openers, Chicago prediction, and Paris Olympic Marathon Course
Ben Blankenship joins the show to discuss his event and coaching change. The Olympic finalist in the 1500m will try his hand at the Marathon with the 2024 Olympic trials as the focus.
In this episode we chat with Cole Sprout, one of Stanfords big three, as he and the Cardinal eye history this November in Stillwater. Listen now to hear Cole talk about his team and the pursuit of excellence.
Nick and Rory make their picks for NCAA team and individual titles, talk intriguing match-ups and storylines with the new coaching hires and a little recovery/sleep talk!
Nick and Rory catch up on what's been going since the last podcast, Fall Marathons, and some training hacks we are excited about.
Nick and Rory discuss our favorite stories coming out of USA's, biggest upsets, and most likely first time medalists. Also answer some fun questions from our listeners!
Nick and Rory break down all the action from NCAA's including big upsets, amazing racing, and the future for some of these bright young stars!
John Gay gives us a look at his development from NAIA champ to Olympic finalist, the highs and lows of pursuing the games, and goals moving forward.
Emily Lipari chats about her comeback season from knee surgery that has seen her run two world standards in the 5000m and 10000m and win a US road mile title! She's on fire and poised for a big first championship season as a "long" distance runner. Emily shares how she followed an injury that left her questioning her time left in the sport with a breakthrough season.
Nick and Rory discuss all things Boston Marathon weekend. We have predictions for Top American, Winners, breakouts and bounce backs! Listen now to get ready for Marathon Monday!
Scott Fauble catches up with Rory and Nick. Learn about his new training set-up as a boss babe, his prep for Boston, and more!
Nick and Rory break down their thoughts after a weekend of racing and plenty more to come.
Dillon Maggard joins the show to talk about his journey from a high school swimmer, to D-1 Track star, all the way to unsponsored athlete heading to World indoors. Dillon highlights the fire the has been lit by becoming a recently unsponsored athlete after his Hoka contract expired in 2021.
Atlanta Track Club Elite's Shane Streich is on the rise. He talks about his journey to stardom, his goals in the near future, and how he stayed patient and believed in himself when others may have thrown in the towel.
Conner Mantz talks going pro, a big 2021, and what's in store for him this year and beyond.
Recapping a magical weekend in Houston we discuss Rory's race as well as other standouts. We also dive into Milrose games, a stacked Boston Marathon and a general rundown of the Rivals. Don't forget to use RR15 for 15% your order of Stoke Performance Nut and Seed Butter.
Frank Lara has been nothing short of electric in his first 2.5 years as a pro. He recently signed with Altra and talks about that process as well as his faith in coach Richie Hansen and team Roots Running. He's won a U.S. 15k Championship, ran PB's of 61:00, 27:43, and 13:27, and now he takes on the Marathon in Houston with eyes set on winning and walking away with a key to the city!
WE tell the CIM story, what's next, and discuss the impact of a winter of NCAA signings!
Ben Flanagan joins fresh off his big Manchester Road Race win to talk about his fiery streak on the road, and his reflection on the Olympic year as a whole. He gives great insight on the lessons he's learned throughout his career and what he thinks about the pro life balance as well as what we can do to improve professional running.
After their longest hiatus from the podcasting game Nick and Rory return to talk NCAA XC and their upcoming marathon!
Isaac Wood takes us through his insights on the upcoming D1 XC season from favorites, most improved, and some under dogs.
Hobbs Kessler is fresh off the best season by a high school miler in American History. He's now just trying to be a normal freshmen at NAU. He talks about his growth as an athlete, his influences, and the plan for the near future.
Rachel talks about her olympic experience, swapping sponsors in the middle of a season, her upcoming wedding, and much more!
Goodbye Tokyo, it was fun while it lasted. In this episode we talk about all the big reactions and takeaways from an awesome Olympic Games.
Fresh off making the Olympic team in the 1500m, Heather MacLean shares how she broke through to become one of the best in the country.
An exhilarating final day of the trials has us buzzing about the future of track and field. Young stars like Hocker, McLaughlin, Knighton and of course Athing Mu show out big! Listen to our reactions now!
These trials have been electric, catch our reactions, predictions, and takes on all the action!
We Talk Steeple Prelims, Heather MaClean's ascent to greatness, Isaiah Jewett securing a bag while Brazier has a tough day, and a women's 5k that shows out!
Amy tells us all about the highs and lows of a long successful career, that which included two U.S. Olympic teams and a medal from the world championships. She has retired and is now coaching a new professional group sponsored by Puma in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Coach Carlson talks about his super star and how Notre Dame has become a powerhouse by building culture and never settling. If you're a coach or athlete this is a MUST Listen.
Get ready for 8 days of PURE entertainment. 3 of the biggest meets imaginable coming right up! Nick and Rory preview all the action and make a few fun predictions.
Jeff Thies shares his journey from one of the best to come out of Huntington Beach, leading the Pilots to best finish in Program history, and joining the Tinmen. Jeff has recently PB'd in the 1500m, run a bold US Road mile, and dealt with some coaching controversy.
It's been awhile, catch up with Nick and Rory as they go over a jam-packed weekend and talk about the future of Running Rivals.
Courtney WAYMENT joins the show fresh off her breakthrough indoor season that resulted in two NCAA titles, a DMR and a 3k. Courtney talks about the culture of BYU that has lead to their recent success and a bright future.
Chris Chavez joins the rivals to talk about his start in the running scene, his baby Citius Mag, and his vision for the future of our sport.
In a jam-packed February unlike any other we had more to unpack including the Bowerman 10, Texas Qualifier, upcoming NCAA meets, and a 5k Record Attempt
We recap one of the wildest weekends of indoor track imaginable, records fall and jaws drop! Listen now for our takeaways!
The best thing since sliced bread, Nico Young is fresh off his hot NAU cross country debut and we gave him the hard hitting questions!
What's happening in the running world? Listen to episode 41 to find out our takes and opinions on the moving pieces of the new Puma group, the Olympics, Jim Walmsley, and even some Baxter racing!
Congratulations to all that were selected for the first annual Running Rivals Awards! Hope you enjoy this fun year in review!
Fresh off big PB at the marathon project Scott Smith of NAZ Elite recaps his marathon career and shares how he doesn't see his sub 2:10 as a breakthrough, but something that was always there!
After a successful career with UCLA Robert Brandt transfers to Georgetown. Although he hasn't reported to campus yet he's already made big waves running an incredible 27:39 10k at the Sound Running Track Meet. The Rivals chat with Brandt about this meet and much more!
Our teammate Lauren Paquette is fit and ready to roll in Southern California for the #TrackMeet hosted by Sound Running. We chat with Lauren about her upcoming 10k where she will try to knock out the olympic standard. Lauren also shares her thoughts on rest and injury prevention and the adjustment she's made joining NAZ elite.
The Rivals unpack a few exciting things coming up, we have stacked fields at the Marathon Project and the Track Meet. We discuss Nick's experience getting COVID-19 as an athlete, and we chat Thanksgiving traditions, as well as Tokyo Olympics News.
Matt and Rory chat with dad, med-student, marathoner, sub-4 miler, and NCAA XC team champion Martin Hehir about his unusual professional running life, his incredible marathon trials performance, and his goals for the upcoming marathon project.
In this episode the rivals catch up on all recent news in running, from races to doping scandals. We also pick our next book to read as a podcast, Win at all Costs by Matt Hart!
We sit down with co-founder and coach of the Brooks Hanson's Original Distance Project, Kevin Hanson. We chat with Kevin about him and his brothers group, the Michigan Pro Ekiden, and ways he thinks the sport can improve.
Julia Kohnen talks about joining NAZ Elite, her uncommon ascent as a pro runner, and her 10th place finish at the U.S. Marathon Olympic Trials.
Welcoming the newest member of the NAZ Elite Squad Tyler Day! Tyler talks about his decision and we have some friendly banter with an honorary rival.
Nick and Rory discuss all recent events including the new Hoka Deal with NAZ, World Half, Minnesota Men's Track, and a big October of races!
One meet, two races, first featuring the rivals in an unorthodox but historical event, the one hour run, and second being a women's 10000m chasing 31 minutes with Lauren Paquette, Steph Bruce, and Kellyn Taylor! Learn how to watch and what to expect!
Pan American Gold Medalist and All-American miler Carlos Villareal sits down with the rivals to talk about his new team and all thats gone on for him since his collegiate career ended abruptly.
Catch up with the Rivals! We talk about all things Monaco DL, the loss of fall sports, MCDC, and other races coming up for the team and much more!
We interview the man behind the camera for Oregon track and field, he has recently become quite the YouTube star as well. Ben tells some fun personal stories as well as shares his ideas for the future of his channel and the sport of track and field.
On this episode we talk about dealing with uncertainty, building a program and culture, and how one of the top NCAA programs is handling this unprecedented time.
Is cross country on the path to being cancelled? With nuttycombe being canceled and Ivy League postponing fall sports to spring things look bleak. Also, Nick Symmonds denounced BLM (the organization). TRACK IS BACK!
Welcoming a Baxter baby, talking Buffalo Park 2-mile, and all things recent events in track and field news!
We talk with trail running world champion Joe Gray about what he thinks about our sport and the current race issues in America.
We chat with world mountain running champ and saucony pro Grayson about her unusual path to success in running. Grayson has transitioned from track to trails and she is still competitive on the mountains, track and road. Grayson has a balanced healthy approach to sport that has lead to immense success.
Nikki Hiltz talks about her breakout as a pro, her feelings about her position as a leader of the LGBTQ running community, and more.
Diamond League Schedule, Tracksmith Signings, Corona Cancellations, Ritz Retires, and the boys start a book club.
Get to know Canada's Sweetheart Justyn Knight! From winning titles in the NCAA to having a professional team built around him. Justyn gives us an inside look to his training, interests outside of running, and much more.
Listen to Woody the (5th fastest 5k Runner in U.S. History) Kincaid. Learn about how Bowerman is approaching training at this time, Woody's breakthroughs in the sport, and much more.
In this episode we highlight some of the most impressive feats of the quarantine period, we talk about decisions made by World Athletics, and our summer racing plans!
In this episode we ask the men in charge of recruiting for the best programs in the NCAA to share their advice on recruiting.
In this episode we chat all things college recruiting, deep dives into our experiences as recruits and hosting recruits. This is part one, next week we bring coaches on to discuss.
In this episode Steph shares so many gems of her success. Learn about her path towards excellence, the bumps in the road, and how she has done much more than run fast. We end the episode with a challenge to our listeners!
In this episode of Running Rivals we join via zoom in or shelter in place order. We talk about our defining moments that lead to our why's, the recent GQ with Eliud, new schedule for olympics, and listener Q's.
We talk about how we are coping with this international crisis, how should we train? how to stay competitive?
Jim takes us through his expectations, preparations, and thoughts after the trials. We also discuss what's next for Jim and get a crash course on the Ultra/Trail world.
Get to know Aliphine's Olympic story and her life story, we talk about her nerves before the biggest race of her life, her motivations, her upbringing in Kenya, and much more!
Get to know the great Tyler Day and his ascent to NCAA legend status, also a quick recap of Matt's team record run in Boston as well as Rory having to drop out.
The Rivalry, Morgan McDonald and Rory Beef, Vaporfly Ban, Galen's New Coach, and Listener Q's.