Running On Om

In this episode, Kyle Pietari, ultra runner, law student, and father discusses the balancing act of his many roles. Kyle reflects on his recent second place finish at the historic Leadville 100-mile race in August 2015. He explains the impact barefoot running has had on his running form. Kyle provides insight on how to run commute and integrate your training into your daily life. He shares about why the November Project is his favorite part of living in Boston. Lastly, Kyle previews his goals and dreams for 2016.

In this episode, China Forbes, singer for Pink Martini and songwriter, discusses music, mental illness, and saying yes. She opens the podcast with an acoustic ukulele version of “The Northern Line,” the theme song for the movie “Infinitely Polar Bear,” a film about her childhood. China explains her musical background, from her love of Donna Summer in her youth to performing in Evita during her freshman year at Harvard. She recounts the story of how she began singing with Pink Martini. China reflects on her journey with mental illness and its impact on her motherhood and music. She discusses her return to singing after vocal surgery. China shares about her intention of saying yes as she welcomes exciting projects and performances in 2016. Lastly, China closes the podcast with an acoustic guitar version of her song, “Hey Eugene,” from her album “78.”

Ask Lauren Fleshman is a monthly series on Running On Om, where Lauren Fleshman, professional runner, coach, mother, business owner, and writer, answers listeners questions on all things that pop up when living an athletic life— motivation, injuries, relationship issues, nutrition, body image, you name it.

In this episode, Amanda Nurse, runner, social worker, and wellness advocate explores how to find joy in the path of improvement. Amanda discusses her athletic journey from ice skating in her youth, playing lacrosse in college to running her first marathon. She explains the importance of a balanced training schedule that has allowed her to improve her marathon time with every marathon she has raced. Amanda recounts the experience of qualifying for the Olympic Marathon Trials at the California International Marathon in December 2015. She provides insight for runners of all levels on how to improve in their training and racing. Lastly, Amanda previews her professional goals for 2016.

In this episode, David Laney, professional runner for Nike Trail Running and running coach at Trails and Tarmac, discusses how to overcome mental barriers in running and life. David reflects on his lifelong love for running that included a challenging high school career where his body wasn’t able to keep up with his passion for running. He reveals how the seed to run 100 miles was planted in him early on and why he transitioned to ultra trail running from a track and road background. David explores the experience of summoning the mental strength to finish third at the renowned UTMB 103-mile race this past August. He provides insight from his running inspiration and his journey being self-coached. Lastly, David discusses his coaching business Trails and Tarmac and the importance of pursuing your dreams.

Real Talk Reflections is a monthly series on Running On Om, where Nicole Antoinette and Julia Hanlon have honest, real talk on what it means to reflect, review, own your goals, and commit to your life. In this episode, Nicole and Julia reflect on the highs and lows of 2015 and reveal intentions for 2016. Nicole and Julia discuss their perspective on “finding the lesson” in everything. Nicole and Julia review 2015, from the best books read to their respective challenges.They discuss their goals for 2016, from running to career intentions. Nicole and Julia also set specific commitments for January 2016 that they will return to in February’s Real Talk Reflections.

In this episode, Emory Hall, photographer, filmmaker, and world traveler, explores the spiritual path of traveling around the world. She discusses her experience touring with her husband and musician Trevor Hall as his creative director. Emory reflects on the first time she traveled to Nepal, visiting the desert Gangetic plains to isolated villages in the high Himalayas. She shares lessons learned from keeping her camera on her neck in all her travels. Emory recounts the story of meeting her husband Trevor Hall for the first time in India and the healing and spiritual forces that brought them together. Lastly, Emory provides insight on the importance of celebrating the little moments from her time on the road.

In this episode, Andrew Wheating, professional runner for the Oregon Track Club and two-time Olympian, discusses how to strengthen your winning muscle. He recounts his running background, from the immediate success he had his junior year of high school to his experience running as a freshman on the University of Oregon. Andrew shares lessons learned from battling injury and challenging loses. He reflects on the importance of shifting one’s mental game in order to win in running and life. Andrew reveals how he unplugs from running, which includes the creative process of video filming and editing. Lastly, he discusses the role of patience in the context of both memorable races and his upcoming Olympic goals.

In this episode, Julie Piatt, plant-based chef, author, healer, musician, and yogi explores how to connect to your primal pulse. Julie provides insight from the spiritual path of motherhood and being an old soul. She reveals how her meditation practice is a channel to her primal pulse. Julie reflects on lessons learned during her dark night. She discusses her partnership with her husband Rich Roll and the challenges they have overcome together. Julie previews upcoming projects, podcasts, and books. Lastly, Julie shares on her transformative experience studying the Indian instrument, sitar.

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In this episode, musician Trevor Hall, explores the spiritual practice of music. Trevor discusses the tour lifestyle, from the demanding schedule to his experience as a conduit for the music flowing through him. He reflects on his spiritual background, including how he found the teachings of Neem Karoli Baba. Trevor recounts how his time in the wilderness gave him the creative and spiritual inspiration to form his album, “Chapter of the Forest.” He reveals the powerful and personal meaning behind his latest album “Kala.” Lastly, Trevor previews what’s ahead for him, both in his music and tour schedule.