The Never Not Run Pod

Today's pod guest is Nicole Spencer. Nicole is the executive director of Heroes in Transition, an organization that provides assistance for veterans, service members, and their families. Every year t…

Our guests on today's pod are Gaby Arvizu and Robert Kessel. If you've ever run or spectated the Los Angeles Marathon, you've undoubtedly seen the thousands of young students in matching shirts takin…

Chris and Mark catch up after some time away from the pod. Chris takes us through his 2023 LA Marathon experience and Mark covers his Canyons 100k experience in Auburn, California. 

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Our guest is Rudy Espinoza. Rudy is the Executive Director for Inclusive Action For the City - a Boyle Heights-based non-profit organization that helps local businesses and entrepreneurs by connectin…

We're back! And we're proud to bring you an interview with Witt Wisebram. Mark and Chris know Witt from two very different worlds - punk music and thru-hiking. We chat about his previous accomplishme…

Mark and Chris thought they could outrun Covid but it finally catches up with them. On today's episode, they commiserate with one another and share advice on how to get their training back on track. …

Vasha’s background is difficult to sum up. She’s lived in many places and possesses many skills. Her website describes her as an adventurer, ideator, and visual provocateur. What we know for sure is …

Today's guest is Tamara Jamil. Tamara takes us through her recent finish at the Salomon WMN Trail Half-Marathon; a race that in its own words, "took all of the best parts of community, competition an…

Today we chat with Howie, Eddie, and Ben from The Silver Lake Track Club. They talk about the origins of the club and the community around the Silver Lake Reservoir. We hear about their approaches to…

Today's guest is Bill Maeda. Bill is a 53-year-old personal trainer based in Oahu. His simple workout videos, shot with limited equipment in the front yard of his house have inspired thousands of peo…

Today's guest is John Radich. We met John at the LA Marathon Expo and couldn't help but notice his Badwater belt buckle. After approaching him, we immediately sensed his warmth and generosity, and kn…

Today's guest is Mike Park. Mike is the founder of Asian Man Records based in San Jose, California. He’s released solo records under his own name and been a member of bands such as Skankin’ Pickle, T…

On June 11, 2022, our host Mark Nieto finished his first ultramarathon, The Shadow of The Giants 50k. Starting in Fish Camp, CA, the race takes you through the Sierra National Forest, culminates with…

Today's episode is a KXLU reunion of sorts. We welcome Nick Tuttle and Jared Rodriguez - two incredibly talented composers and recording engineers that have run all over the city of Los Angeles. We c…

On today's episode, Mark and Chris recap their experience at the Vacation Races' Yosemite Half-Marathon. The chat about racing vests, movie remakes, and first trips to Yosemite. 

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Today's guest is Ty Haney. As the founder of Outdoor Voices, Ty understands the many sides of running so we were excited to hear about her new endeavors, Joggy and the web3 platform, Try Your Best. S…

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We conclude The Speed Project adventure after Ch…

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Chris takes us along on his journey crewing for Tea…

Eagle Rock Run Club founder Dan Faughnder joins Chris and Mark to talk about his experience running the 2022 Los Angeles Marathon.

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On March 18th, Chris and Mark headed to Dodger Stadium for the 2022 LA Marathon expo to speak with the runners and vendors before the big race on March 20th. We're joined by our friend, Dan Faughnder…