Steep Ravine...Deep Thoughts About Running

In this episode, Dave recounts his final preparations for an imminent marathon. Then Dave and Matt chat about the latest XC results at both high school and college level.

In this episode, Matt and Dave catch up on their latest adventures, including Matt's annual gathering with his college teammates, a tradition that has kept them close for nearly 40 years.

Matt and Dave wander around a lot on this one, but eventually get to some good running stuff.

Welcome to the 32nd episode of the Steep Ravine Podcast! Join hosts Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank as Matt recounts how Cal Poly Cross Country began back in 1948. They also bask in the sublime sound of their new podcast intro music. And eventually they get around to discussing the latest track and cross country news.

In this episode of the Steep Ravine Podcast, Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank dive into the early high school cross-country season. Dave shares his experiences coaching at a high school meet, recounting the excitement of seeing young athletes compete and reconnecting with old friends and colleagues. They also honor the memory of Joe Mallon, a beloved track and field fan who recently passed away.

This week, Dave provides a glimpse into his Portland Marathon prep (only 6 weeks away). Then Matt and Dave roll straight into the Lausanne and Silesia Diamond League meets, where to their amazement, red hot track performances continue unabated after the Olympic closing ceremonies.

Scattini is back with Matt and Dave to close out the Olympic coverage. Jim's passionate remarks about the US Mens 4x100M relay fit perfectly with the French venue! The casual track and field enthusiast will definitely learn some things from this one. 

Matt, Dave and guest host, Jim Scattini, dive into the latest thrilling events of the Olympic track and field finals!!

We've been building for months to get to this point. Grant Fisher DID NOT DISAPPOINT!! Jim Scattini joined the Pod this week as a guest host. He and Dave go deep on the artful subtleties of racing and coaching at the world class level. You don't want to miss this one! 

Welcome to the Steep Ravine Podcast with Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank! In this global episode, Dave tunes in from Chicago while Matt joins from Jakarta, Indonesia. Despite the miles, their discussion about distance running is effortless and as riveting as ever!