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Athletics Ontario Running Podcast
The Athletics Ontario Running Podcast explores the stories behind trail and road running in Ontario. A main goal of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast will be to reach those that we are not already reaching, to give voice to the underrepresented members of our community and bring these stories to the masses. All people, all speeds, all terrains, all abilities are welcome. For you, for all, for life.
Episodes
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 248: Joe Vinluan - Let's Be Real about Running
In the most powerful episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast yet, we sit down with runner Joe Vinluan to explore his incredible 35-year journey…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 247: Lawrence Colsell, XACT Nutrition - The Soul of Sports Nutrition
In this episode of the AO Running Podcast, we sit down with Lawrence Colsell, co-founder of Montreal-based XACT Nutrition. Lawrence shares how a search for…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 246: Michelle Greenspoon and Dan Pauls - Runner's Den and Hamilton Marathon Road2Hope
Join John Shep of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast as he explores the vibrant running community of Hamilton with guests Dan Pauls and Michelle Greenspoon…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 245: Buddy Teaster, Soles4Souls - Building a Business Out of Bettering Lives
What does running 100 miles teach you about driving real-world change? In this episode, Soles4Souls CEO Buddy Teaster reveals how the grit of ultramarathon…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 244: Duan Asemota, Canadian Olympian Sprinter - Running the Pocket Run 5K for Something Real
In this episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we sit down with Paris 2024 Olympian, Canadian 100m champion, and Ajax native Duan Asemota to talk…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 243: Oluseyi Smith, Racing to Zero - Saving the Planet with Sustainable Sport
Can the global sports industry race toward a greener future? Two-sport Olympian Oluseyi "Shay" Smith transitioned from track and field and bobsleigh to leading…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 242: Kosuke Maeda - Capturing the Spirit of Running
On this in-person episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast (make sure to check out the video on iRun Magazine's YouTube!), photographer and…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 241: Robyn Michaud - Running a Masterclass in Resilience
From a child who dreaded athletics to a 49-time marathoner, Robyn Michaud's transformation is nothing short of extraordinary. Facing a spinal cord injury and a…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 240: Darius Arjang - Bushtukah: Ottawa's Endurance Heartbeat
In this episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we sit down with Darius Arjang to unpack the story behind Bushtukah, Ottawa's go-to hub for runners…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 239: Leslie Huffman - Adventuring for the Greatest Good
Join the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast as we sit down with Leslie Huffman, an inspiring ultra-runner who constantly redefines her own physical limits…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 238: Sandra Auger - Chasing Team Canada by Winning the 2026 Persistence Backyard Ultra
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Sandra Auger—former competitive gymnast turned elite distance runner—fresh off her incredible victory at the 2026…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 237: Crossing Lines Playbook - Redesigning the Start Line with Crossing Lines
In this in-person episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, the Crossing Lines gentlemen return to dive into their game-changing new resource designed…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 236: Erin McDougall of Dirty Soles Trail Running - Trail Running Without the Price Tag
In this episode, we sit down with Erin McDougall of Dirty Soles Trail Running, to talk about the evolution and heart behind one of Ontario's most…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 235: Adam Saltarelli - The 550-Mile Summer: Running Around Lake Ontario for Jumpstart
Fresh out of high school in Port Colborne, Adam is gearing up for LO550—an astonishing 550-mile journey entirely around Lake Ontario to raise funds for…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 234: Dr. Danny Grossi - From Patient to Pioneer of PIRX
In this deeply moving episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we sit down with physician and competitive runner Danny Grossi to hear a story of…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 233: SarahRose Black, Finish the Run - Making Footsteps Matter to End Gender-Based Violence
Two years ago, SarahRose Black was violently assaulted in broad daylight while training for the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon. Instead of letting fear…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 232: Tarrant Cross Child, Prairie Run Crew - Running the Land with Saskatchewan Runners
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Tarrant Cross Child, the visionary founder of Prairie Run Crew, to explore the vibrant and rapidly growing running…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 231: Trey Etseyatse - The Powerful Daily Acts of a Hybrid Athlete
Going from a self-proclaimed high school "gym rat" to crushing five marathons in a single year is no small feat! In this episode of the Athletics Ontario…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 230: Tamara Bull, Tillsonburg Running With the Bulls - Taking the Bull by the Horns Against Cancer
In this episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we travel to Tillsonburg to meet Tamara Bull, the force behind one of the best-named races in the…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 229: Adam McEachern, Autism Heroes - An Ultra-Road Trip for Neurodiversity
In this powerful episode of the AO Running Podcast, we sit down with York Regional Police Constable Adam McEachern fresh off his grueling, Autism Heroes Road…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 228: Selene Mallone, Undisputed Canadian Queen of the Ultras
Meet Selene Mallone, the record-breaking ultra runner taking the Canadian scene by storm. Fresh off a course record at the Arizona Monster 300 and a win at the…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 227: Sarah Hubbell, River Rats Run Club - No Person Left Behind
In this high-energy episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we dive into Ontario's best-named crew: The River Rats Run Club! Founder Sarah Hubbell…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 226: Ryan Garcia, North Bay Running Club - Movement is Medicine
Step into the shoes of Ryan Garcia, a North Bay chiropractor who turned a childhood battle with leukemia into a relentless drive for the marathon finish line…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 225: Lily Wu, Dino Run - Creating Joyous Memories of Running
Ever wonder what happens when a runner decides to make fitness fun for the whole family? Meet Lily Wu, the visionary behind Dino Run, an Ontario racing series…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 224: Stephen Bierbrier, Arboretum Hill Club Fitness 4 Everyone Forever
Running is often pictured as a solitary pursuit—just one person, their shoes, and the open road. But Steven Bierbrier is here to flip that narrative on its…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 223: Brian Beckstead, ALTRA Co-Founder - Bringing their Soul to Sulphur Springs
Fifteen years ago, Brian Beckstead and his co-founders ignited a footwear revolution by proving that standard shoes were working against the human body. By…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 222: Sasha Wolff, Still I Run - Redefining Running for Mental Health
In this episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we're joined by Sasha Wolff, the powerhouse founder of the non-profit Still I Run. Sasha's journey…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 221: Jessica Halsall, Ottawa's Power Mom - Running for CHEO with the Desjardins Charity Challenge
What fuels the miles when the finish line is only half the story? This week on the AO Running Podcast, we're joined by Jessica Halsall - mom of two, Badass…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 220: Andrew Tsang - Running for Campfire Circle
In this episode, we dive into Andrew Tsang's massive undertaking: a 260+ KM relay journey from Toronto to Muskoka in support of Campfire Circle. This…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 219: Julian Compton, Move for Change - Turning Every Step into Real Change
In this episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we sit down with Julian Compton, endurance athlete and founder of Move for Change. Julian explains…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 218: Sergio Raez Villanueva - Crushing 50k for Canada at 2026 World Championships
What happens when you trade a tennis racket in Peru for the grueling Canadian ultramarathon circuit? In this episode, we sit down with Sergio Raez Villanueva…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 217: Neil McKay, London Children's Hospital - Finding Purpose Through Persistence
How do you turn grief into a movement? This episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast features Neil McKay, founder of Persistence Racing, marking five…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 216: Jadyn Keeler, CTFL Athlete - Scientific Precision + Athletic Grit = A Formula for Success
Find out about one of Canada's most promising distance runners! This week on the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we're joined by Jadyn Keeler, the…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 215: Canadian Track and Field League Panel - A New Era for Canadian Track
What is the future of Canadian athletics? The Canadian Track and Field League (CTFL) is rewriting the script. In this episode, we're joined by Erin Teschuk…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 214: Lindsay Housman, Founder and CEO of Hettas - Engineering the Female Stride
For International Women's Day, we're burning the "shrink it and pink it" playbook. This week on the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, Lindsay Housman, Founder…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 213: Selina & Helga of ScarboroRuns - Scarborough's Heartbeat: Celebrating Two Years of ScarboroRuns
"We didn't just want a run club; we wanted a support system for Scarborough." What happens when two runners realize their neighborhood is missing a heartbeat?…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 212: Judith Kasiama, Colour the Trails - Trailblazing Inclusion & Reclaiming the Outdoors
In this episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we sit down with Judith Kasiama, the visionary founder of Colour the Trails. Based in British…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 211: Kofi Ayinde - Finding Wabi Sabi in the Miles
What happens when you trade a destructive chase for a 100-mile journey? This week on the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we sit down with Kofi Ayinde to…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 210: Ryan Keeping - Stubborn by Design: Finding Purpose in Running
What does it take to run across the second-largest country on earth? This week on the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we're joined by Ryan Keeping, the…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 209: Jazmine Lowther, Pro Trail Runner - Science, Soul and Sustainability
How do you transition from a casual runner to a professional powerhouse? This week, we sit down with elite Canadian ultrarunner Jazmine Lowther to discuss her…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 208: Scott Devenport, The Gump Runner - Good People United on the Trails
What happens when the universe rewards a leap of faith? In this episode, we sit down with Scott Devenport, whose journey from quitting smoking to conquering…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 207: Colin Strickland, Corners Run Crew - More Than a Run: Community Over Competition
"It's not about how fast you're going; it's about who you're moving with." In a world where running is often measured by PBs, carbon plates, and brand deals…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 206: Dr. Sasha Gollish - The Unstoppable Journal: For Every Practice, Game, and Goal That Matters to You
What does it actually mean to be "unstoppable"? According to elite runner and coach Dr. Sasha Gollish, it isn't about never failing—it's about having the…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 205: Jennifer Kolari, Connected Parenting - The Runner-Parent's Guide to Connection, Emotional Regulation and Finding Balance
New Year, new parenting goals? You're not alone. This week on the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, our host John Shep kicks off the episode by sharing his…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 204: Eric D'Arcy, Crazy Cat Adventures - Conquering the Ribbon: Ontario's Home-Grown 200-Mile Challenge
Are you ready to test your limits right here in Ontario? Prepare for the ultimate test of endurance! We are joined by Race Director Eric D'Arcy of Crazy Cat…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 203: Jovica "Yatzi" Savic - The 51.9K Charity Challenge: Yatzi Runs to Give Back to Home
"Gratitude is what drives me." This week, we are joined by Jovica Savic (Yatzi) to discuss his incredible journey from fleeing war in the former Yugoslavia to…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 202: Andrew Kim - From the Floor at Runners' Choice Waterloo: The Best Gifts for Runners
What happens when a casual 10K bet among friends turns into a complete lifestyle overhaul? On this episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, host John…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 201: Michelle and Kim Krezonoski - Twin Power: Racing and the Launch of Pairr Socks
What does it take to turn a lifetime of running into a thriving business? This week on the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we are joined by the dynamic duo…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 200: Lanni Marchant - Lanni 3.0: Proving Herself Right
"I stopped trying to prove them wrong, and started trying to prove myself right." Lanni Marchant's athletic evolution is nothing short of inspiring. In this…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 199: Tara Logue, Run905 Crew NMKT - No Runner Left Behind: Pace Inclusiveness, Vulnerability, and Movember
Join us for an inspiring conversation on this week's episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast with Tara Logue, leader of the Run905 crew in Newmarket!…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 198: Jessica Nguyen, Girls Just Wanna Run Club - Don't Spiral, Evolve: The Power of Running, Self-Care, and Community
In this powerful episode, we interview Jessica Nguyen, founder of the Girls Just Wanna Run Club in Newmarket, about building community and protecting your…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 197: Samir Mourani, Movember - It's Okay Not To Be Okay: The Movement
Lace up for an inspiring episode with Samir Mourani, the first Canadian Ambassador for Movember! Samir shares his journey from a sporadic gym-goer to an…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 196: Kathy Webber and Sean Sharp, N89 - Challenged on the Trail, United by the Community
Meet Sean Sharp and Kathy Webber, the heart behind N89 Trail Running! Hear Kathy's powerful journey: creating N89, born out of COVID-19 race cancellations…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 195: Alejandro De La Cruz, Running Waters - In a New York (Marathon) State of Mind
Get ready for an episode that's all heart, hustle, and pavement! Host John Shep on the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast interviews the insightful Alejandro De…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 194: Migz Pink - ME Versus ME Mentality
Ready to hear about Migz Pink's journey to becoming a running icon? In this episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we sit down with Migz Pink, an…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 193: Mike Greer - TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon's Adaptive Athletes Program
This week on the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, meet adaptive athlete Mike Greer! Mike shares his powerful journey in wheelchair racing, from his first 5K…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 192: Lauren Mantha, A Running List: Ready to Find Your Run Crew? - TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon
The world of running isn't just about PRs and miles—it's about connection. Join us on the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast for an electrifying conversation…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 191: Joe Francisco - TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon: A Homecoming Story
This episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast features a special guest from the heart of the city of Toronto: Joe Francisco (@joooe.francisco). Joe…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 190: Christine Marinho - The Healing Power of Running: An Incredible Journey to the World Marathon Majors
Join us for a powerful conversation with Christine Marinho, an endurance athlete whose journey proves that running can be more than just a workout—it can be a…
Athletics Ontario Running PodcastEP 189: Meher Pavri - An Artist in Motion: From Stage Lights to Running Finishes
This week on the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we sit down with Meher Pavri, London, Ontario native and the Parsi-Canadian soprano who's conquering both…