The R4 Running Podcast

By Conor Hoekstra & YüBaí Liu

A running podcast geared towards runners and non-runners of all levels. Both of your cohosts live in Toronto, Canada and have been recreational/serious runners for over a decade.

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How many episodes does The R4 Running Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 35 episodes available.

The R4 Running Podcast episodes:

May 02, 2026Episode 35: Chilly Half, AI Trainer 🤖, 2026 Goals 🎯, Toronto Half & Sporting Life 10k Previews!
In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about the Chilly Half Marathon, Conor's AI trainer Pace, our 2026 goals, the Toronto Half & Sporting Life 10k race previews and more exciting news!
Link to Episode 35 on Website
Social
Conor Hoekstra - IG
Conor Hoekstra - Strava
YüBaí Liu - Strava
Info
Date Recorded: 2026-03-10
Date Released: 2026-05-02
Song: Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)
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1h 18min
February 28, 2026Episode 34: MARRIED 🤵, 2:42 Marathon PB, 5K Wins 🥇🥇🥇 & 17:02 5K PB!
In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about Conor's wedding in Mexico, the Grand Slam Track bankruptcy, Conor's 2:42 marathon PR and 3 5K wins and YüBaí's 17:02 5K PR!
Link to Episode 34 on Website
Social
Conor Hoekstra - IG
Conor Hoekstra - Strava
YüBaí Liu - Strava
Show Notes
Date Recorded: 2025-12-31
Date Released: 2026-12-28
Grand Slam Track
Niagara Falls Marathon
SuperPower 5K
Brita Night Run 5K
Art in Motion 5K
Holly Jolly Fun Run 5K
Coffee Club Podcast
Intro Song Info
Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)
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56min
December 28, 2025Episode 33: Where is Grant 🐟️er? (GST Philly Day 2)
In this episode, Conor and YüBaí record live from Philadelphia, where they discuss the Grand Slam Track Philadelphia, Grant Fisher and more!
Link to Episode 33 on Website
Social
Conor Hoekstra - IG
Conor Hoekstra - Strava
YüBaí Liu - Strava
Show Notes
Date Recorded: 2025-06-01
Date Released: 2025-12-28
Grand Slam Track
Intro Song Info
Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)
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35min
October 28, 2025Episode 32: Grand Slam Track Philly + Ottawa Marathon! 🎉
In this episode, Conor and YüBaí record live from Philadelphia, where they discuss the Grand Slam Track Philadelphia, the Ottawa Marathon & more!
Link to Episode 32 on Website
Social
Conor Hoekstra - IG
Conor Hoekstra - Strava
YüBaí Liu - Strava
Show Notes
Date Recorded: 2025-05-31
Date Released: 2025-10-28
Grand Slam Track
Ottawa Marathon
Intro Song Info
Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)
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1h 4min
May 24, 2025Episode 31: YüBaí Races 10k! 🏅 Ottawa Marathon + More! 🥳
In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about the Sporting Life 10k, Toronto Marathon Half, Ottawa Marathon, GST Miami and more!
Link to Episode 31 on Website
Social
Conor Hoekstra - IG
Conor Hoekstra - Strava
YüBaí Liu - Strava
Show Notes
Date Recorded: 2025-05-20
Date Released: 2025-05-24
Toronto Marathon
Sporting Life 10k
Grand Slam Track
Ottawa Marathon
Intro Song Info
Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)
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41min
May 03, 2025Episode 30: 2025 Boston, London, Bum Run & Spin Class! 🎽🎽🎽🚴‍♂️
In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about the 2025 Boston Marathon, London Marathon and Toronto Bum Run 5k!
Link to Episode 30 on Website
Social
Conor Hoekstra - IG
Conor Hoekstra - Strava
YüBaí Liu - Strava
Show Notes
Date Recorded: 2025-04-27
Date Released: 2025-05-03
Boston Marathon
London Marathon
Toronto Bum Run
r4podcast.com
Toronto Marathon
Sporting Life 10k
Grand Slam Track
Intro Song Info
Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)
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1h 10min
April 22, 2025Episode 29: Corey or Rory ⛳? GST 🇯🇲, Shoe Talk 👟 & Upcoming Races!
In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about the Masters, the first Grand Slam Track in Jamaica, YüBaí's super shoe testing and upcoming races!
Link to Episode 29 on Website
Social
Conor Hoekstra - IG
Conor Hoekstra - Strava
YüBaí Liu - Strava
Show Notes
Date Recorded: 2025-04-13
Date Released: 2025-04-22
Grand Slam Track
Sporting Life 10k
Toronto Bum Run
Toronto Marathon
Ottawa Marathon
Intro Song Info
Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)
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1h 3min
April 04, 2025Episode 28: Chilly Half 🥶, Tokyo Marathon 🇯🇵 & Upcoming Races!
In this episode, Conor and YüBaí catch up, chat about the recent Chilly Half Marathon, Tokyo Marathon, and upcoming races!
Link to Episode 28 on Website
Social
Conor Hoekstra - IG
Conor Hoekstra - Strava
YüBaí Liu - Strava
Show Notes
Date Recorded: 2025-03-11
Date Released: 2025-04-04
Chilly Half Marathon
Toronto Bum Run
Toronto Marathon
Sporting Life 10k
Ottawa Marathon
Intro Song Info
Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)
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41min
February 15, 2025Episode 27: 🥳 2025 Mesa Marathon Bachelor Party! 🥳
In this episode, Conor, YüBaí and the Bachelor Party crew chat about the 2025 Mesa Marathon!
Link to Episode 27 on Website
Social
Conor Hoekstra - IG
Conor Hoekstra - Strava
YüBaí Liu - Strava
Show Notes
Date Recorded: 2025-02-08
Date Released: 2025-02-15
Mesa Marathon
Merlin Birding App
Strava Post
Nobody Asked Us Podcast with Kara Goucher & Des Linden
Intro Song Info
Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)
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42min
February 05, 2025Episode 26: Mesa Marathon Preview, 🤕 Injuries & 🏀 Luka Dončić!
In this episode, Conor and YüBaí Luka Dončić, Conor's injury and preview the Mesa Marathon Bachelor Party weekend!
Link to Episode 26 on Website
Social
Conor Hoekstra - IG
Conor Hoekstra - Strava
YüBaí Liu - Strava

Show Notes
Date Recorded: 2025-02-03
Date Released: 2025-02-05
Mesa Marathon
American Kestrel (BlueSky Link)
Intro Song Info
Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)
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43min

FAQs about The R4 Running Podcast:

How many episodes does The R4 Running Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 35 episodes available.