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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