Everyday Athlete Podcast Network

Welcome to The Everyday Athlete Podcast Network by Run Tri Bike where endurance meets humanity and every story matters. This isn’t about elite podiums or world records. It’s about the runners, cyclists, swimmers, and dreamers who balance life, training, and everything in between.

Across our lineup — including Fireside Chat, Enduring Minds, Beyond The Finish Line and What’s In Your Earbuds? — you’ll find honest conversations, laughs, and lessons from everyday athletes who remind us that showing up is the real victory. From mental resilience and community to recovery, playlists, and pizza debates, we explore what it truly means to live the endurance lifestyle.

Training for your first 5K? Chasing an ultra? Finding your footing? This network is your go-to space for inspiration, humor, and connection. Every episode brings relatable voices, powerful storytelling, and the reminder that your miles, mindset, and moments all matter.

Follow, rate, and review The Everyday Athlete Podcast Network on Spotify — because no podiums are required to belong here.

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In Beyond The Finish Line, host Joe Hardin goes deeper than split times and race stats. He explores the why behind every mile.

In this episode, Joe sits down with Jeff Walker, a trail and ultra-distance runner, teacher, and soon-to-be stepfather, whose story embodies what it means to be an Everyday Athlete.

Jeff opens up about how running became his lifeline after personal loss, shaping his mindset and approach to both teaching and endurance. From impulsively signing up for his first marathon to tackling 100-mile ultras, Jeff’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, humor, and self-belief.

Together, Joe and Jeff dive into what it means to bet on yourself. They chat about what it means to take risks, embrace imperfection, and redefine what success looks like. Their conversation highlights the power of community, the importance of mental strength, and how endurance transforms more than just the body, it changes the soul.

This episode will remind you: it’s not about being the fastest. It’s about showing up, again and again, with heart.

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In this Fireside Chat episode from Run Tri Mag, host Jason Bahamundi sits down with Jason O’Donnell, a father and endurance athlete who turned heartbreak into hope. When Jason’s infant son, Brody, was diagnosed with brain cancer, his world stopped but his story didn’t end there. Through the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation (PCRF), Jason found strength, community, and purpose, transforming pain into advocacy that has raised millions for childhood cancer research.

This heartfelt conversation blends endurance, mindset, and the human spirit. From laughter over pizza toppings to powerful lessons in resilience, listeners will walk away reminded that endurance isn’t just about racing. This episode proves that endurance is about rising, rebuilding, and helping others cross their finish lines too.

Tune in to feel inspired, reflect on perspective, and remember why we run.....for strength, for others, for hope.

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In this episode of Enduring Minds, hosts Jason Bahamundi and Evan Birch sit down with Zach Friedley, an adaptive trail runner, entrepreneur, and founder of Born to Adapt, for a conversation that redefines what endurance truly means.

Zach shares his journey from growing up without disabled athlete role models to becoming a global advocate for inclusion in endurance sports. Through humor, honesty, and heart, the trio explores how visibility, accessibility, and community can transform both the sport and the athlete.

Listeners will hear how Born to Adapt is reshaping trail and ultra running, why representation matters from registration to race day, and how Zach’s mindset evolved from competition to connection. The discussion dives deep into the intersection of mental health, adaptive running, and inclusion. The conversation will make think about how endurance sports aren't just about finishing but also about belonging.

If you’ve ever wondered how to make the endurance community more inclusive, this episode is your starting line.

Tune in, reflect, and join the movement.

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In this episode of Melanin MVP, Angela Hollowell sits down with April Pullins, an Atlanta-based runner and founder of Be Light Compression Socks.

Known affectionately as the 'Crazy Sock Lady', April shares her inspiring story of overcoming personal challenges during COVID-19, discovering running as a therapeutic outlet, and transforming her passion for tie-dye socks into a thriving business.

The duo dives deep into Aprils' mental and emotional journey, the impact of running on her life, and her commitment to helping women through the Selah Movement Club.

April's story is a testament to resilience, community support, and the power of staying active.

Tune in to hear about her vibrant personality, entrepreneurial tips, and her mission to spread positivity and light.

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Welcome to What’s In Your Earbuds?, the Run Tri Bike podcast where endurance meets entertainment and playlists power your next PR. Hosted by Jason Bahamundi and Joe Hardin, this music-fueled show dives into how songs shape our runs, moods, and motivation.

In this episode — Spooky Songs and Songs You Love to Hate — the duo is joined by runner and music fanatic Steven Salefske, who’s listened to Celine Dion every day for nearly 12 years. Together they explore the hilarious world of guilty pleasures, misheard lyrics, and running music debates (yes, even “Hoochie Daddy” shorts).

From Nickelback’s Photograph to Halloween-ready beats like Thriller, this episode proves that every athlete has a soundtrack — even the embarrassing ones. Expect laughter, relatability, and plenty of playlist inspiration for your next long run.

Whether you’re chasing miles or just chasing a good laugh, What’s In Your Earbuds? is your go-to podcast for runners, endurance athletes, and music lovers who believe every finish line sounds better with the right song.

🎶 Tune in, laugh along, and share your “song you love to hate” in the comments — you might just make the next Earbuds Playlist!

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In this episode of Melanin MVP, Angela Hollowell is joined by Doc Halliday Golden, a dynamic triathlete and ultra-marathoner.

Referred by past guest Mary Fleming, Doc shares her inspiring journey into endurance sports. They dive into how Doc met Mary, her beginnings in marathon running, the transition from running to triathlons, and the importance of community support.

Doc discusses her coaching role, nutrition strategies, and the mental barriers she's faced during races.

Tune in as they explore her story of growth, determination, and the power of pushing boundaries.

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Welcome to Fireside Chat, the Run Tri Bike podcast where endurance meets humanity. In this powerful episode, host Jason Bahamundi sits down with Meghan McCallum, a breast cancer survivor, triathlete, and advocate, to explore what it means to rebuild life through endurance, mindset, and movement.

At just 31, Meghan faced a life-changing diagnosis that tested her resilience and faith in herself. Through candid conversation, she shares her journey from cancer treatment during a pandemic to finding purpose in sport with Team Phoenix, a triathlon program for female cancer survivors. From battling isolation to embracing community, Meghan gives us insight into the thinking that recovery isn’t just about survival but also about rediscovering joy, confidence, and strength.

If you’ve ever faced setbacks, questioned your limits, or needed inspiration to keep training when life gets hard, this episode is for you.

Listen, subscribe, and be inspired by stories that prove endurance isn’t about finish lines...it’s about becoming.

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In this episode of Fireside Chat, part of the Everyday Athlete Podcast Network, host Jason Bahamundi sits down with runner John Hudson to explore what it truly means to run beyond limits.

From tackling his second 50K to embracing the run-walk method, John shares lessons on endurance, mindset, and finding joy in the process. Together, Jason and John discuss how community, humor, and perspective shape the way we train, recover, and grow, not just as athletes, but as people.

They tackle everything from burnout recovery to running motivation, sharing candid stories about friendship, loss, and rediscovering purpose through movement. This episode will remind you that endurance isn’t just about distance. These sports are also about connection and resilience.

🎧 Tune in for inspiration, practical advice, and a few laughs that prove running is as much about heart as it is about miles.

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In this episode, Angela Hollowell is joined by Jamie Dismuke, a world champion triathlete who opens up about her journey from dealing with PTSD as a paramedic in Boston to becoming a passionate triathlete.

Jamie shares her origins in Boston, how she started in triathlons, and her first experience with a sprint triathlon as a way to manage work-related stress. She also delves into her transition to competing in a full Ironman, the challenges she faced, and her strategies for overcoming them.

Jamie discusses her relationship with swimming, the differences between pool and open water swimming, and the role of sports in building confidence.

Additionally, Jamie talks about her experience with coaches, her partnership with Varlo, and her future plans, including aiming for the USA team for Abu Dhabi and qualifying for Kona.

Her story is one of resilience, courage, and an undying passion for triathlons.

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