The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field Show

IT’S THE SHA’CARRI SHOW! Chris Chavez, Kyle Merber and Jasmine Todd break down all the excitement from Day 3 at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest. Day 3 was electric – we saw Shar’Carri take the women’s 100m victory, Grant Holloway become a three-time world champion, and the stadium fans go wild for all of tonight’s field events.

A few of the most memorable moments of the evening include: 

– Women’s 100m: Sha’Carri Richardson sneaked into the semifinal only to turn around and claim gold in the final! Shericka Jackson placed runner-up and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce rounded out the top three.

– Men’s 110m semifinal: Grant Holloway takes the gold medal + Daniel Roberts comes home with the bronze. Freddie Crittendale places fourth to get three U.S. men in the top four

–  Women’s Pole Vault: Hana Moll breaks the U.S. high school pole vault record in the qualifying round

– Men’s 400m hurdles semifinal: Karsten Warholm and Rai Benjamin crush the semifinal and will battle it out in the final 

– Women’s 400m hurdles prelim: Femke Bol effortlessly wins her semifinal heat after falling in the mixed 4x400m relay two days earlier

– Much more...

As an official partner of World Athletics, ASICS is proud to support all of CITIUS MAG’s content throughout this year’s World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023. CITIUS MAG is the premier destination for real-time competition updates, in-depth analysis and interviews with your favorite track and field athletes.

CITIUS MAG LIVE AT WORLDS: The show will air on the CITIUS MAG YouTube Channel between the morning and evening sessions of competition (Every day at 8 a.m. EST in the U.S.). 

CHAMPS CHATS ON THE CITIUS MAG PODCAST DAILY: The CITIUS MAG team of Chris, Kyle, David McCarthy, Jasmine Todd and Katelyn Hutchison will unpack all of the day’s biggest surprises and offer up their insights and analysis from being at the new National Athletics Centre and interviewing athletes each day. The podcast recording will be streamed on YouTube at the end of every day and will be also available on The CITIUS MAG Podcast feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to shows. 
DAILY CITIUS MAG NEWSLETTER: David Melly will recap all of the biggest moments, highlighting his must-watch athletes and events for each day while also pulling together some of our best content, photos and social moments that the CITIUS MAG team captures.

Chris Chavez, Kyle Merber, David McCarthy Jasmine Todd and Katelyn Hutchison dive into another exciting day of track and field in Budapest at the World Athletics Championships! Day 2 saw drama in both the men’s 100m semifinals and final, surprises in the first round of the women’s 400m, and a close finish in the men’s 10,000m. Some of the most notable highlights of the day include: 

– Men’s 100m final: Unpacking Noah Lyles’ win in the 100m final + defending champion Fred Kerley not making it out of the semifinal

– Women’s 100m semifinal: 5 women with a strong chance of taking gold in the 100m final: Sha’Carri Richardson, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Shericka Jackson, Marie-Josée Ta Lou, and Julien Alfred

– Men’s 1500m semifinal: Yared Nuguse heads into the final with the fastest time from the semifinals + Jakob Ingebrigtsen is looking as smooth as ever 

– Men’s 10,000m final: Joshua Cheptegei battles it out for the win in a close finish

– Women’s 400m prelims: Britton Wilson carted off the track in a wheelchair + other surprises in the first round of the women’s 400

+ Much more

CITIUS MAG's coverage of the 2023 World Athletics Championships is powered by ASICS.

CITIUS MAG LIVE AT WORLDS: The show will air on the CITIUS MAG YouTube Channel between the morning and evening sessions of competition (Every day at 8 a.m. EST in the U.S.). 

CHAMPS CHATS ON THE CITIUS MAG PODCAST DAILY: The CITIUS MAG team of Chris, Kyle, David McCarthy, Jasmine Todd and Katelyn Hutchison will unpack all of the day’s biggest surprises and offer up their insights and analysis from being at the new National Athletics Centre and interviewing athletes each day. The podcast recording will be streamed on YouTube at the end of every day and will be also available on The CITIUS MAG Podcast feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to shows. 

DAILY CITIUS MAG NEWSLETTER: David Melly will recap all of the biggest moments, highlighting his must-watch athletes and events for each day while also pulling together some of our best content, photos and social moments that the CITIUS MAG team captures.

U.S. indoor and outdoor 800m champion Nia Akins chats with Chris Chavez and Kyle Merber before competing in the women's 800m at the 2023 World Athletics Championships. The Brooks Beasts star has taken massive steps forward this year to emerge as one of the top American rising middle distance talents. She shares how she conquered her fears and nerves to build that confidence – which also applies to her career as a musician.

Hosts: Chris Chavez, Kyle Merber

Guest: Nia Akins

CITIUS MAG's coverage of the 2023 World Athletics Championships is powered by ASICS.

CITIUS MAG LIVE AT WORLDS: The show will air on the CITIUS MAG YouTube Channel between the morning and evening sessions of competition (Every day at 8 a.m. EST in the U.S.). 

CHAMPS CHATS ON THE CITIUS MAG PODCAST DAILY: The CITIUS MAG team of Chris, Kyle, David McCarthy, Jasmine Todd and Katelyn Hutchison will unpack all of the day’s biggest surprises and offer up their insights and analysis from being at the new National Athletics Centre and interviewing athletes each day. The podcast recording will be streamed on YouTube at the end of every day and will also be available on The CITIUS MAG Podcast feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to shows. 

DAILY CITIUS MAG NEWSLETTER: David Melly will recap all of the biggest moments, highlighting his must-watch athletes and events for each day while also pulling together some of our best content, photos and social moments that the CITIUS MAG team captures.

1500m world champion Jake Wightman joins Chris Chavez, Kyle Merber and David McCarthy to catch up on how training has been going since he was forced to scratch from this year's World Championships due to an injury. He announced that he plans to race later this year and still believes that next year he'll be able to contend against Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen.

Hosts: Chris Chavez, Kyle Merber and David McCarthy

Guest: Jake Wightman

CITIUS MAG's coverage of the 2023 World Athletics Championships is powered by ASICS.

CITIUS MAG LIVE AT WORLDS: The show will air on the CITIUS MAG YouTube Channel between the morning and evening sessions of competition (Every day at 8 a.m. EST in the U.S.). 

CHAMPS CHATS ON THE CITIUS MAG PODCAST DAILY: The CITIUS MAG team of Chris, Kyle, David McCarthy, Jasmine Todd and Katelyn Hutchison will unpack all of the day’s biggest surprises and offer up their insights and analysis from being at the new National Athletics Centre and interviewing athletes each day. The podcast recording will be streamed on YouTube at the end of every day and will also be available on The CITIUS MAG Podcast feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to shows. 

DAILY CITIUS MAG NEWSLETTER: David Melly will recap all of the biggest moments, highlighting his must-watch athletes and events for each day while also pulling together some of our best content, photos and social moments that the CITIUS MAG team captures.

USATF president Vin Lananna joins Chris Chavez and Kyle Merber to talk about the momentum and lessons learned from the 2022 World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon; what's World Athletics president Seb Coe's vision for his next four years; excitement around the United States hosting the World Cross Country, World U20 and World Road Racing Championships over the next three years.

Hosts: Chris Chavez and Kyle Merber

Guest: Vin Lananna

CITIUS MAG's coverage of the 2023 World Athletics Championships is powered by ASICS.

CITIUS MAG LIVE AT WORLDS: The show will air on the CITIUS MAG YouTube Channel between the morning and evening sessions of competition (Every day at 8 a.m. EST in the U.S.). 

CHAMPS CHATS ON THE CITIUS MAG PODCAST DAILY: The CITIUS MAG team of Chris, Kyle, David McCarthy, Jasmine Todd and Katelyn Hutchison will unpack all of the day’s biggest surprises and offer up their insights and analysis from being at the new National Athletics Centre and interviewing athletes each day. The podcast recording will be streamed on YouTube at the end of every day and will also be available on The CITIUS MAG Podcast feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to shows. 
DAILY CITIUS MAG NEWSLETTER: David Melly will recap all of the biggest moments, highlighting his must-watch athletes and events for each day while also pulling together some of our best content, photos and social moments that the CITIUS MAG team captures.

Chris Chavez, Kyle Merber, David McCarthy Jasmine Todd and Katelyn Hutchison unpack all of the action from the first day of the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary. A few of the most notable moments + biggest highlights include: 

+more

CITIUS MAG's coverage of the 2023 World Athletics Championships is powered by ASICS.

CITIUS MAG LIVE AT WORLDS: The show will air on the CITIUS MAG YouTube Channel between the morning and evening sessions of competition (Every day at 8 a.m. EST in the U.S.). 

CHAMPS CHATS ON THE CITIUS MAG PODCAST DAILY: The CITIUS MAG team of Chris, Kyle, David McCarthy, Jasmine Todd and Katelyn Hutchison will unpack all of the day’s biggest surprises and offer up their insights and analysis from being at the new National Athletics Centre and interviewing athletes each day. The podcast recording will be streamed on YouTube at the end of every day and will be also available on The CITIUS MAG Podcast feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to shows. 

DAILY CITIUS MAG NEWSLETTER: David Melly will recap all of the biggest moments, highlighting his must-watch athletes and events for each day while also pulling together some of our best content, photos and social moments that the CITIUS MAG team captures.

“Personally, it's always been the mission… We're willing to be patient. But we're also very keen on what the mission is. It’s not to stop at championships. It's not to stop at fast times. It's not to stop at American Records. It's not to get content. We are here to completely push the boundary every time. I'm very vocal about that...I've posted what my time goals are for the World Championships. I'm here to run 9.65 and I'm here to run 19.10. The crazy thing is it causes so much controversy. Why should my dream or belief cause controversy with you? It has nothing to do with you. If I don't get it, and if I do get it, how does it change your life? So many people want to have an opinion on it. And so many people want to tell me what I can and can't do. But you know what they can’t tell me? What I ran in practice yesterday. And I bet that's the information you need to know if I'm going to actually run it or not.”

Two-time world champion and Olympic bronze medalist Noah Lyles jins the CITIUS MAG Podcast to break down all of the biggest revelations in his new two-part documentary series with NBC Sports. "Untitled: The Noah Lyles Project" premieres on Friday, August 18 exclusively on Peacock. We managed to get an advanced look at the documentary and were able to record this interview before the series debuts.

At the upcoming World Championships in Budapest, Lyles will attempt to defend his 200m world title and has been open about the fact that he is trying to break Usain Bolt’s 200m world record. The documentary follows him in training, at the New York City Grand Prix, the U.S. Championship and Paris Diamond League.

Part II of the documentary series will follow him through the World Championships and will air on Friday, September 15 – one day before the Diamond League Final at Hayward Field in Eugene.

Host: Chris Chavez | @Chris_J_Chavez on Instagram

Co-Host: Katelyn Hutchison | @_kxnaomi on Instagram

Guest: Noah Lyles | @nojo18 on Instagram

Stay up to date on CITIUS MAG’s World Championships coverage: 

CITIUS MAG LIVE AT WORLDS: Our hit show from last year is back! The way we described it was “think of the TODAY Show but for track and field die-hard fans” and it delivered, featuring interviews with Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Rai Benjamin, Michael Johnson, Seb Coe, Hellen Obiri, Malcolm Gladwell and many more notable friends. And this time around should be no different – every day of the World Championships, we will be inviting athletes, coaches and fellow media personalities to sit back and chat with Chris Chavez and Kyle Merber.

The show will air on the CITIUS MAG YouTube Channel between the morning and evening sessions of competition (Every day at 8 a.m. EST in the U.S.)

CHAMPS CHATS ON THE CITIUS MAG PODCAST DAILY: The CITIUS MAG team of Chris, Kyle, David McCarthy, Jasmine Todd and Katelyn Hutchison will unpack all of the day’s biggest surprises and offer up their insights and analysis from being at the new National Athletics Centre and interviewing athletes each day. The podcast recording will be streamed on YouTube at the end of every day and will be also available on The CITIUS MAG Podcast feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to shows.

MORNING RUNS: If you’re in Budapest, there will be two chances to catch some miles with the CITIUS MAG team in partnership with ASICS: one on Aug. 21 and another on Aug. 24. We’ll have giveaways, coffee and treats for people who are in town. The runs will start at 8 a.m. from ASICS House at Erzsébet tér, 1051 Budapest.

DAILY CITIUS MAG NEWSLETTER: David Melly will recap all of the biggest moments, highlighting his must-watch athletes and events for each day while also pulling together some of our best content, photos and social moments that the CITIUS MAG team captures. You can sign up for the newsletter here.

CITIUS MAG's coverage of the 2023 World Athletics Championships is powered by ASICS.

Chris Chavez and Kyle Merber break down all of the sprints races taking place at the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest from Aug. 19-27.

Here’s the full broadcast schedule and how to watch. | A full schedule of events in Eastern Time can be found here.

Here are the biggest questions around each respective event:

Women’s 100m: The best event of the world championships?

Men’s 100m: How healthy is Fred Kerley? Could Marcell Jacobs steal it again? Wide open?

Women’s 200m: Shericka Jackson vs. Gabby Thomas will surely be epic

Men’s 200m: How fast will Noah Lyles go? World record?

Men’s 400m: Who has the better comeback story: Steven Gardiner or Wayde Van Niekerk? Or Michael Norman?

Women’s 400m: Now that Sydney is out, is this Marileidy Paulino’s to lose?

Women’s 400m Hurdles: Femke Bol’s golden moment awaits

Men’s 400m Hurdles: Karsten Warholm and Rai Benjamin Round II

Women’s 100m Hurdles: What will the AIU decide on Tobi Amusan and what’s that mean for everyone else?

Men’s 100m Hurdles: Grant Holloway goes for the threepeat

CITIUS MAG’s Coverage 

CITIUS MAG LIVE AT WORLDS: Our hit show from last year is back! The way we described it was “think of the TODAY Show but for track and field die-hard fans” and it delivered, featuring interviews with Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Rai Benjamin, Michael Johnson, Seb Coe, Hellen Obiri, Malcolm Gladwell and many more notable friends. And this time around should be no different – every day of the World Championships, we will be inviting athletes, coaches and fellow media personalities to sit back and chat with Chris Chavez and Kyle Merber.

The show will air on the CITIUS MAG YouTube Channel between the morning and evening sessions of competition (Every day at 8 a.m. EST in the U.S.)

CHAMPS CHATS ON THE CITIUS MAG PODCAST DAILY: The CITIUS MAG team of Chris, Kyle, David McCarthy, Jasmine Todd and Katelyn Hutchison will unpack all of the day’s biggest surprises and offer up their insights and analysis from being at the new National Athletics Centre and interviewing athletes each day. The podcast recording will be streamed on YouTube at the end of every day and will be also available on The CITIUS MAG Podcast feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to shows.

MORNING RUNS: If you’re in Budapest, there will be two chances to catch some miles with the CITIUS MAG team in partnership with ASICS: one on Aug. 21 and another on Aug. 24. We’ll have giveaways, coffee and treats for people who are in town. The runs will start at 8 a.m. from ASICS House at Erzsébet tér, 1051 Budapest.

DAILY CITIUS MAG NEWSLETTER: David Melly will recap all of the biggest moments, highlighting his must-watch athletes and events for each day while also pulling together some of our best content, photos and social moments that the CITIUS MAG team captures. You can sign up for the newsletter here.

CITIUS MAG's coverage of the 2023 World Athletics Championships is powered by ASICS.

"Now, I can focus on coaching and connecting with individuals to see what their needs are as an athlete. The time that I will have to be able to do that will make a huge impact on the athletes and the Atlanta Track Club because I’ll have more to give that way…There will be a lot of time for me to also be involved with Atlanta Track Club’s outreach in the community. I’m looking forward to being part of that. "

Tommy Nohilly has been hired as the next head coach of Atlanta Track Club after three years working alongside John Tautmann as the founders of Empire Elite. Nohilly brings nearly two decades of coaching experience with him after working closely under the guidance of legendary coach Frank Gagliano at the New Jersey-New York Track Club from 2009 to 2020. 

He also previously worked as a master technician at Wharton Performance in New York City and put his exercise science degree to use there and with his own work as a physical therapist.

 As an athlete in the late 80s and 90s, Nohilly was an NCAA champion in the steeplechase and competed professionally at three U.S. Olympic Trials. He finished fourth twice and barely missed making Team USA for the 1992 and 1996 Summer Games. He competed at the 1995 and 1997 World Championships.

We’ve been big fans of Tommy at CITIUS MAG since he used to coach Kyle and I’ve worked on a few stories and projects with him over the years. Get to know the new Atlanta Track Club head coach ready to take the team to a new level.

Host: Chris Chavez | @Chris_J_Chavez on Instagram

Guest: Tommy Nohilly | @tomnohilly on Instagram

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“I think the only time I thought about that American record was that last 100m because I was like, ‘You have to beat Elise no matter what. If you guys are going fast enough and you’re not in front of her, she’s going to get it.’ I think I barely outleaned her and ended up getting sixth. The results took forever to load and come up on the screen but when they did it was such a party because everyone set their national record. Seven of us were out there stoked. At this event, everyone is so happy for everyone. It’s cool to see the camaraderie. We know that if one of us is going to do well, we’re all going to rise to that.”

Nikki Hiltz is putting together one of the most impressive outdoor seasons.

Last month was an absolute triumph for Nikki, as they clinched the U.S. 1500m title, kicking to victory ahead of the likes of the 800m Olympic champion Athing Mu, U.S. Olympian Cory McGee and the reigning U.S. champion, Sinclaire Johnson. My interview with Nikki went viral after they dedicated the victory to the transgender community.

Now, Nikki is gearing up for their second career world championships. Back in 2019, in their very first season as a professional runner, they made it to the 1500m final. Since then, they've continued to progress and currently holding the U.S. titles in the indoor and outdoor 1500m, as well as the road mile.

Nikki took their momentum to Monaco, where they clocked a jaw-dropping 4:16.35, shattering Mary Slaney's American record that had stood tall since 1985. It was awesome to see so many national records fall in that race behind Faith Kipyegon’s world record.

In this conversation, we dive deep into their unforgettable performance at the U.S. Championship, that epic race in Monaco, and what they're looking forward to at the World Championships in Budapest next month. 

Nikki is not only a phenomenal athlete but an incredible human being as well. Their passion and dedication shine on and off the track, making them an absolute joy to root for.

Host: Chris Chavez | @Chris_J_Chavez on Instagram

Guest: Nikki Hiltz | @NikkiHiltz on Instagram

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This year's race is fundraising for Point of Pride, a nonprofit organization that provides financial aid and direct support to trans folks in need of health and wellness care

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🍊 OLIPOP is a prebiotic soda with only 2-5g of sugar that is actually good for your gut health. – and it's delicious. Use code CITIUS25 for 25% off non-subscription orders. Learn more at https://DrinkOlipop.com (click the link or use our promotional code for the discount)

💤 LAGOON: Looking to sleep more comfortably - including falling asleep faster, and experiencing more deep, restful sleep? Find the Lagoon pillow that’s perfect for you. Take the 2-min quiz now at https://lagoonsleep.com/citius | Use code CITIUS for 15% off your first order.

👣 CURREX: CURREX insoles are technologically advanced and instantly improve any shoe.  They come in LOW, MEDIUM, and HIGH arch profiles that deliver more comfort and support, enhance shoe fit, and reduce pressure which leads to less body fatigue. | Use code CITIUS20 for 20% off your order.

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