Le Run Down

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On this episode of Le Down I had an excellent conversation with ultramarathoner and triathlete, Rob Kemp.

Rob had an active childhood and used running as a way to stay in shape for hockey. But over the years it became so much more.

He's enjoyed a long career in radio and doesn't shy away from long distances either, taking on marathons, Ironman triathlons and most recently, the Bromont Ultra 100 miler. He taught me sometimes it's not about how or if you finish but the pursuit of something far greater. The victory comes from getting to the start.

News Notes:

Harvey Lewis shatters record at Big’s Backyard Ultra, with 570 kilometres - Canadian Running Magazine

Show Notes:

Rob Kemp 🇨🇦 (@robkempruns) • Instagram photos and videos

Rob Kemp (robkempvoice.com)

Radio host Rob Kemp joins The Beat 92.5 | Montreal Gazette

News:

NBC New York - Rare Judicial Inquiry Into Eric Garner's Death Begins After Petition Launched

AP News - Tiny wrists in cuffs: How police use force against children

Rolling Stone - They Joined an Anti-Government Militia — With Their Government Emails

AP News - In Louisiana, a father, a son and a culture of police abuse

How to Help:

Black Lives Matter - Ways You Can Help

Black Lives Matter Canada

Montreal-Based Racial Justice Organizations

List of American and Canadian Bail Funds

Educational Materials:

Reclaim The Block - Resources and Downloads

Critical Resistance - Abolish Policing

Critical Resistance - Breaking Down the Prison Industrial Complex video series

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On this episode of Le Down I spoke with Elite Runner and Marathoner, Elissa Legault.

She's always loved running and even dabbled in triathlon at a very young age, and returning to the sport reunited her with her childhood coach to pursue the marathon.

Despite the pandemic Elissa managed a half marathon and marathon personal best. If she keeps it up, an Olympic qualifier could be within her reach one day.

News Links:

Home | Mile End Miles Track Experience

Mile End Miles (@mile_end_miles) • Instagram photos and videos

Show Links:

É L I SS A (@elissalegault) • Instagram photos and videos

Élissa LEGAULT | Profile | World Athletics

News:

ProPublica - Black Children Were Jailed for a Crime That Doesn’t Exist. Almost Nothing Happened to the Adults in Charge

NBC News - Ahmaud Arbery murder suspects seek to ban Confederate flag license plate from evidence

DeSmog - Indigenous Leaders Among the 136 Arrested at White House Fossil Fuel Protest

Rolling Stone - Minneapolis Police Caught on Video ‘Hunting’ Activists

How to Help:

Black Lives Matter - Ways You Can Help

Black Lives Matter Canada

Montreal-Based Racial Justice Organizations

List of American and Canadian Bail Funds

Educational Materials:

Reclaim The Block - Resources and Downloads

Critical Resistance - Abolish Policing

Critical Resistance - Breaking Down the Prison Industrial Complex video series

Second Thought - America's Police Problem

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Ways to help Tommy and his family:

Fundraiser for Stephanie Catudal by John Peel : Rest up, Tommy, we'll see you soon (gofundme.com)

On this episode of Le Run Down we throw it back to the Boston from 2019, where we sat down with Tommy Rivers Puzey. It was the last time the race was held in-person, over two years ago.

Tommy gratuitously accepted our invitation to chat and shared his journey with us. We spoke about the marathon at length and he let us in to everything that brought him to that point. A lot has happened since then however.

Early in 2020 Tommy was diagnosed with NK T-Cell lymphoma, which is an extremely rare form of cancer. He battled through, fighting for his life and has since made a miraculous recovery. We're blessed that we were able to have spoken to Tommy that weekend in Boston and no doubt, if his body allowed, he'd love to toe the line with his peers at the 125th Boston marathon on Monday.

So whether you're racing this year or just need that extra bit of inspiration, give this episode a listen and enjoy all his wisdom.

Eyes Up, Stout heart, Rage on.

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On this episode of Le Run Down we got to know distance runner and TSP DIY competitor Michelle Daigneault.

She was active growing up, taking a liking to both hockey and running, and her love for the latter was fostered by the sense of community within the sport.

With a competitive spirit and lighthearted attitude, Michelle doesn't shy away from challenges. Most recently taking on The Speed Project "Do it yourself" edition with 11 other women in what was an incredibly uplifting experience.

News:

CBC - 'Substantial infringement of civil liberties' cited as court ends injunction against Fairy Creek protests

Los Angeles Times - LAPD’s use of protest dispersal orders soars, with few records justifying actions

CBC - RCMP mishandled teen's sexual assault claim, says watchdog in new Mountie misconduct reports

Saltwire - Military leaders saw pandemic as unique opportunity to test propaganda techniques on Canadians, Forces report says

How to Help:

Black Lives Matter - Ways You Can Help

Black Lives Matter Canada

Montreal-Based Racial Justice Organizations

List of American and Canadian Bail Funds

Educational Materials:

Reclaim The Block - Resources and Downloads

Critical Resistance - Abolish Policing

Critical Resistance - Breaking Down the Prison Industrial Complex video series

Second Thought - America's Police Problem

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On this episode of Le Down we spoke to two time marathon Olympian and now Ultramarathoner, Reid Coolsaet.

Reid has always loved to run. From cross country in elementary to high school on the track he's always loved pushing himself and competing.

Now that his elite marathon days are behind him, Reid is ready to take on the Ultra scene. And with a first place finish in the 110km Quebec Mega Trail race, the future is looking bright.

News Notes:

https://runningmagazine.ca/sections/runs-races/boston-marathon-announces-complete-elite-field-for-2021/

Show Notes:

CoolsaetGO - Float On!

Coolsaet Go (@coolsaetgo) • Instagram photos and videos

Reid Coolsaet (@reidcoolsaet) • Instagram photos and videos

News:

The Independent - Government says discrimination against black people and Travellers ‘objectively justified’ with new laws

CBS News - "They said they were vitamins": Inmates in Arkansas jail say they were unknowingly given ivermectin to treat COVID-19

Newsweek - 84% of Groups Involved in Armed Demonstrations Are Right-Wing Actors Like the Proud Boys

NBC News - Philadelphia to pay $2M to Black woman beaten by officers, separated from toddler during unrest

How to Help:

Black Lives Matter - Ways You Can Help

Black Lives Matter Canada

Montreal-Based Racial Justice Organizations

List of American and Canadian Bail Funds

Educational Materials:

Reclaim The Block - Resources and Downloads

Critical Resistance - Abolish Policing

Critical Resistance - Breaking Down the Prison Industrial Complex video series

Second Thought - America's Police Problem

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On this episode of Le Run Down we had an enlightening conversation with Multisport athlete and disability access strategist, Vasu Sojitra.

At an very young age Vasu had his leg amputated but it never stopped him from living a life filled with incredible adventure and challenges.

He's an astonishing multisport athlete, excelling at soccer, skiing, running, skateboarding, and so much more, all while working hard to bring positive change.

News Notes:

Canada's Andre De Grasse and Marco Arop win at Pre Classic - Canadian Running Magazine

Show Notes:

Vasu Sojitra (thenorthface.com)

About — Vasu Sojitra

Vasu Sojitra (@vasu_sojitra) • Instagram photos and videos

Disability Visibility Project – "Creating, sharing, and amplifying disability media and culture"

Crip Camp - Google Search

Home | Disability Justice

Care Work | Arsenal Pulp Press

Autistic Hoya — A blog by Lydia X. Z. Brown: Ableism/Language

News:

The Narwhal - Fairy Creek is set to become the largest act of civil disobedience in Canada’s history

Chicago Sun-Times - Alleged torture victim Keith Walker sues city, prosecutors, Chicago cops

CTV News - Confidence dropping in RCMP sensitivity to different cultures, survey suggests

CNN - The Supreme Court has sided with the police at the expense of Black Americans

How to Help:

Black Lives Matter - Ways You Can Help

Black Lives Matter Canada

Montreal-Based Racial Justice Organizations

List of American and Canadian Bail Funds

Educational Materials:

Reclaim The Block - Resources and Downloads

Critical Resistance - Abolish Policing

Critical Resistance - Breaking Down the Prison Industrial Complex video series

Second Thought - America's Police Problem

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