In S5Ep3 of the PRP, Adam breaks bread with emerging marathon powerhouse, visionary pixel virtuoso, proud professorial papa bear and straight up Boston-bound baller Malik Jordan, who has been preparing to represent the Detroit running community at the 129th Boston Marathon on Monday April 21st, 2025. Asia Rawls, distinguished community cultivator, established culture missionary and founder of Machine Athletics returns to the show to offer her perspective on the power of mentorship, the art of internal investment, and the ongoing machine-building process of body, mind and spirit.

Malik and Coach Asia regale the PRP listenership with a vibrant discussion around how running can shift from a test of speed to a tool for self-expression and healing. Once a part of his past, running has now become a powerful force in Malik’s present - reshaping his mindset, unlocking creative clarity, and cultivating a greater sense of purpose both on and off the pavement. Together, the trio digs into the nuances of the transfer of positive energy, the spiritual nature of the long run, and the importance of protecting your focus and your personal relationship with the sport - especially when you’re juggling passion, pressure, parenthood, and a growing list of people looking up to you.

Things get vulnerable when Coach schools the lads on the art of internal investment, reflecting on how the sacred bond between coach and athlete can unlock deeper layers of self-reflection and growth. From picking the right race, to training in a sustainable way, to finding the right mindset, tune in to learn why Machine Athletics always starts by understanding the runner before ever understanding the run.

Wait wait wait, we got Coach Oprah in the house?! What exactly does it take to become a certified Machine?? Stairway sufferfests?? Who’s grabbing who by the ear?! Lofi love?? Did someone say long-run euphoria? Recess hit lists?!?! Babies, Boston & Big Bam oh my!

This and so much more in a heartfelt, energizing, and perspective shifting edition of the PRP!

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Recorded Wednesday April 16th @ 6:30PM EST