On this week's group chat, we have Erika Kemp, Lindsey Hein, and Peter Bromka.

Episode Rundown:

-NYC Marathon week plans (travel, Halloween, where to cheer)'

-Course talk: Fifth Ave vs Queensboro + Boston comparisons

-Elite preview: American women & major debuts

-Men’s field + who to watch

-Tommie Runz's Javelina 100 chaos

-Ruth Chepng'etich ruling + doping conversation

-WR context + how it affects fan trust

-Helen vs Sharon rivalry

-Book recommendations + XC talk

-Personal suspension stories + wrap-up

Media referenced:

-Books: High School Runner; The Running Ground (Nick Thompson); We Love to Run (Stephanie Reents)

-Podcast: Coffee Club episode w/ Joe Klecker-Race Coverage: TCS New York City Marathon broadcast

-Creators/mentions: Kofuzi, Fast Women