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Welcome to Fireside Chat, the Run Tri Bike podcast where everyday athletes share powerful stories that ignite connection, representation, and resilience.

In this special Native American Heritage Month episode, host Jason Bahamundi sits down with runner and community advocate Mariah Zavala to explore how culture, identity, and running shape the journey toward becoming stronger versions of ourselves.

This episode dives into the heart of what makes Fireside Chat unique, authentic conversations driven by real athletes, meaningful storytelling, and the belief that the running community is richer when every voice is heard. Mariah shares how her Yaqui, Oaxacan, and Puerto Rican heritage influences her life as an endurance athlete, from language preservation and cultural expression to navigating athletic spaces as an Indigenous woman.

Through her stories, listeners gain insight into running as healing, resistance, and a celebration of heritage. Jason and Mariah also discuss representation in endurance sports, the emotional weight of advocacy, and how community support creates space for athletes to thrive—on and off the course.

If you’re looking for a podcast rooted in inclusivity, mindset, personal growth, and endurance storytelling, this episode is your next must-listen.

🎧 Tune in And Find Inclusivity And Personal Growth Within Endurance Sports

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Welcome to What’s In Your Earbuds?, the podcast where endurance athletes, metalheads, and chaos enthusiasts collide. Hosted by Jason Bahamundi and Joe Hardin of Run Tri Bike, this episode dives deep into the power of heavy metal and its many subgenres—thrash, death, black, prog, nu-metal, and beyond—and how each one can fuel your running, racing, and training.

From Metallica memories and Slayer-powered warmups to debates about hair metal, metalcore, and whatever genre System of a Down belongs to, Jason and Joe break down why metal’s energy, rhythm, and attitude make it a perfect match for endurance sports. You’ll also hear hilarious detours from the live chat, community-built fictional metal band names (“Panic at Mile 22” is an instant classic), and tangents about caffeine, walk-up songs, and TV speakers vs. headphones.

Whether you’re a metalhead with miles to run or a runner looking to add fire to your playlist, this episode brings the hype, humor, and community vibes that make WIYEB a favorite for everyday athletes.

Press play, lace up, and turn the volume all the way up.
Your next great run starts in your earbuds.

🎧 Tune in And Find That Band That Will Power Your Miles

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In this episode of Fireside Chat from the Everyday Athlete Podcast Network by Run Tri Bike, host Jason Bahamundi sits down with athlete, entrepreneur, and community leader Jess Cerra for a powerful conversation on authenticity, resilience, and the evolving mindset of endurance athletes.

This episode goes beyond racing stories. Jess opens up about the realities of professional cycling, the challenges women athletes face, and the support systems that helped her stay grounded through injuries, financial uncertainty, and self-doubt. She shares the lessons learned from building Joji Bar from the ground up, navigating setbacks, and redefining strength through vulnerability.

Listeners will also hear the inspiring story behind The Last Best Ride, the gravel event Jess co-founded to give back to young women in her hometown—now responsible for awarding more than $130,000 in scholarships.

Whether you're an everyday runner working toward a big goal or an athlete learning to balance ambition with joy, this episode delivers encouragement, perspective, and the reminder that endurance sports are about becoming a better version of yourself—on and off the trail.

🎧 Tune in And Find Authenticity Within Endurance Sports

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Welcome to Fiery Embers, the Run Tri Bike podcast where laughter burns brighter than lactic acid. Hosted by Jason Bahamundi, this show skips the data charts and dives straight into the fun, human side of endurance sports.

In this episode, Jason sits down with triathlon coach and racing legend Wendy Mader for a hilarious, nostalgic, and refreshingly honest conversation about what endurance sports used to be and what they’ve become. From training with nothing but a Timex and grit to the days of racing in Speedos and fueling on Hawaiian rolls, the duo celebrates the quirky, carefree spirit that made triathlon so special.

But it’s not all laughs. Jason and Wendy tackle how modern endurance culture, with its gadgets, ego traps, and social media overload, can steal the joy from the sport. Their message? Ditch the data, embrace the fun, and remember why you started.

If you’ve ever longed for the days when racing was simple and recovery meant fries, not foam rollers, this episode is for you.

🎧 Tune in, laugh loud, and turn up the volume.

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Can you guess what happens when endurance meets energy and rap meets running?

🎧 Welcome to What’s In Your Earbuds?, the music-fueled podcast from Run Tri Bike where hosts Jason Bahamundi and Joe Hardin explore how the right beat can power every stride.

In this episode, the duo dives into the world of rap and hip hop, debating the best rappers of all time—from Tupac, Biggie, and Lauryn Hill to Kendrick Lamar, Megan Thee Stallion, and J. Cole. Whether you’re an old-school purist or a new-school lyric lover, this conversation hits harder than your favorite tempo run.

They’ll break down how music and movement connect, how rhythm can drive endurance, and how playlists become motivation during training, racing, and recovery. Expect humor, hot takes, and Jason’s signature tangents (probably about candy).

Each episode adds songs to the Everyday Athlete Playlist, a growing Spotify mix built by listeners like you. Want your favorite rap anthem added? Call in, comment, or drop a DM with your pick.

Plug in, press play, and get inspired. Whether you’re lacing up for a race or cruising through recovery, What’s In Your Earbuds? brings the beats, the laughs, and the community.

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In this episode of Beyond The Finish Line, host Joe Hardin sits down with ultrarunner, filmmaker, and optimist Joey Metzger for a conversation about taking risks, finding purpose, and defining what success really means. Part of the Everyday Athlete Podcast Network by Run Tri Bike, this show dives deep into the stories that live beyond race results.

Joey, host of Running Behind and creator of Run Joey Run on YouTube, shares how trail running became his pathway to healing, creativity, and community. From his late start in endurance sports to missing the 50k cutoff at Mammoth Trail Fest, Joey’s story reminds us that finish lines aren’t measured in medals — they’re defined by mindset.

Whether you’re training for your first 5K or chasing 100 miles, Beyond The Finish Line will inspire you to take the leap, trust the process, and believe that “the net will appear.”

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In this powerful episode of Enduring Minds, part of the Run Tri Bike Everyday Athlete Podcast Network, host Evan Birch sits down with Jacob Tonkin, a UK-based fell runner, osteopath, and star of the short film George. Jacob’s story is one of resilience, connection, and healing through running and companionship.

From the rugged fells of England’s Lake District to the quiet moments of recovery alongside his border collie George, Jacob opens up about his battle with Crohn’s disease, the loss of identity that followed, and the unexpected ways he found hope again.

This episode explores the intersection of mental health, endurance sports, and human connection, reminding listeners that running isn’t just about competition but also community and courage.

Athlete? Dog lover? Someone searching for strength in struggle? Jacob’s journey will leave you inspired to keep moving forward.

Tune in for a heartfelt reminder that healing often happens not in isolation, but through the connections, human and canine, that help us endure.

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What happens when endurance meets energy and 92 laps later, you’re still singing along?

In this episode of What’s In Your Earbuds? from Run Tri Bike’s Everyday Athlete Podcast Network, hosts Jason Bahamundi and Joe Hardin sit down with Meg Eckert, fresh off her incredible 383-mile performance at Big’s Backyard Ultra, to talk about the music that fuels her running and her life.

From high-mile playlists to karaoke confessions, this episode explores the power of music in endurance sports and how the right song can turn pain into progress and a tough race into a dance party.

The trio dives into their “Mount Rushmore of Female Vocalists,” building dream “supergroups” with legends like Adele, Stevie Nicks, and Missy Elliott, while laughing their way through audience debates and live song suggestions.

More than a podcast, What’s In Your Earbuds? is a celebration of community, rhythm, and resilience. This is where runners, cyclists, and triathletes come together to share stories, playlists, and passion.

This show reminds you that there’s a spot at the starting line for everybody and every body.

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In this powerful Fireside Chat episode from Run Tri Bike, host Jason Bahamundi sits down with Jordan Daniel Whetstone of Rising Hearts, Celia Camargo of GU Energy Labs, and Kristyn Carriere of Seven Summit Snacks to explore how allyship, storytelling, and authentic partnerships are reshaping endurance sports.

What begins as a conversation about a collaborative Everyday Athlete Coffee Gift Set—where 20% of each sale supports Rising Hearts—quickly evolves into a meaningful dialogue about Indigenous allyship in sport, community building, and social responsibility. Together, they discuss how brands and athletes can move beyond performative gestures to create lasting change rooted in curiosity, compassion, and consistency.

Listeners will gain insight into what it means to be an accomplice, not just an ally; how Indigenous storytelling inspires empathy and awareness; and why progress, even in small steps, matters. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or advocate, this episode challenges you to show up, listen deeply, and run forward—together.

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Olympian and world-record holder Brian Johns joins Run Tri Bike's Fireside Chat with host Jason Bahamundi to explore how technology, mindset, and coaching science are transforming the way athletes train in the water.

From his early swimming days to competing in three Olympic Games, Brian’s story is one of evolution, shifting from volume-based training to a smarter, data-driven approach that prioritizes balance and intention.

Now leading Coaching Science at FORM Swim, Brian discusses how the brand’s Smart Swim Goggles provide real-time feedback—lap times, stroke rate, and pacing—all visible mid-swim.

The conversation dives deep into how technology enhances awareness, not replaces it. For triathletes, adult-onset swimmers, or anyone looking to swim smarter, FORM’s integration with TrainingPeaks, Tridot, and Garmin brings coaching precision to every session, whether in the pool or open water.

Jason and Brian highlight the intersection of data and mindset, reminding listeners that relaxation, pacing, and consistency are the ultimate performance enhancers.

This episode is more than a product discussion...it’s an inspiring look at how endurance athletes can train with purpose, perspective, and joy.

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