THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCAST
The Running Effect is changing the way the world sees running.
Every week, host Dominic Schlueter sits down with the fastest, smartest, and most inspiring people in the sport to share untold stories, elite insights, and powerful conversations that move the culture forward.
Whether you're chasing a personal best or dreaming bigger about what running can mean in your life, The Running Effect is your home for passion, performance, and possibility.
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- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 48 minutes
- Episodes
- 581
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Rob Dalto On His Journey Of Completing All World Marathon Majors In ONE YEAR
Today on the podcast is the incredible, Rob Dalto!
I've actually had the privilege of spending some time with Rob, and this guy's energy is contagious, and that definitely shows on the podcast. Rob …
Inside The Remarkable Story Of Ashley Jones: How She Fell In Love With Running Amidst Loss & Grief
Today on the podcast is the remarkable Ashley Jones!
Ashley's story is second to none and inspires me to this day. Ashley tragically lost her beloved father at the young age of 14. Just a few short …
Notre Dame's Olivia Markezich On Placing 3rd At NCAA XC + Her Thoughts Before Running 8:40 In The 3k (#2 ALL-TIME)
Back on the podcast, straight off of two historic performances is the one and only Olivia Markezich!
Olivia placed 3rd at the 2023 NCAA XC Championships in Charlotte, Virgina last month. That incre…
The Call Room Rising Stars: Maddie Gardiner & Reese Dalton On The Power Of Friendship | Qualifying For Nationals Together As Teammates
Today on The Call Room, Rising Stars are Foot Locker Qualifiers and Teammates Maddie Gardiner & Reese Dalton.
Maddie holds PRs of 4:58 (1600), 10:24 (3200), 16:53 (XC). She is a 2xVISAA DII XC Stat…
Ana Alarcon On The World Of Brand Communications + Running The NYC Marathon
Today on the podcast is the one and only Ana Alarcon!
Ana is a Brand Communications Lead at On. She's been with the company for over three years and has been a part of the company's massive growth.
…
The Call Room Rising Stars: Thomas Westphal On His Journey From 22min 5k To Sub 15 & Regional Champ
Today on The Call Room, Rising Stars is the Midwest Regional Champ, Thomas Westphal!
If you're not familiar with Thomas, he has been on an absolute tear over the past few months. He holds PRs of 1:…
Robert Brandt Is Back: Inside The Comeback & Chase Of An Olympic Trials Qualifier
The last time Robert Brandt was on the podcast, we were announcing his retirement from the sport.
This time, we're announcing his comeback.
For those who aren't familiar with him, Robert was one …
Inside Running 50 Miles At 5:46 Pace To Set A World Record With Charlie Lawrence
Today on the podcast is the 50-Mile World Record Holder Charlie Lawrence!
Charlie ran 4:48:21 at the Tunnel Hill 50 Mile in Vienna, Illinois, on November 11, 2023. The previous record of 4:50:08 was…
Zach Kreft On Setting Records In HS, Winning The Columbus Marathon While Working A Full-Time Job, & Lessons From His NCAA Running
Today on the podcast is the one and only certified Ohio legend, Zach Kreft.
Zach is fresh off of a 1-0 in the distance of the Marathon, having won the 2023 Columbus Marathon in a time of 2:18:05. A…
Olympian Andrew Wheating On How He's Giving Back To The Sport + The Importance Of Discussing Mental Health
Back on the podcast, is fan favorite and interant sensation Andrew Wheating. The man who reached over 4 million people from a clip of our last episode together.
Andy is currently the Operations and…
The Call Room Rising Stars: Patrick Koon On Winning His 6th State Championship, Training Stories, & Hopes Of Winning A National Title
Today on The Call Room Rising Stars is the one and only Patrick Koon (aka King Koon).
If you're not familiar with Patrick, he has been on an absolute tear over the past few years. He holds PRs of 8…
The Climb To The Top: Mario Garcia Romo On Running 3:47 In The Mile, How To Beat Jakob Ingebrigtsen, Giving Back To The Sport, & Learning The Piano
Back on the podcast, fresh off of a historic season, is The Spanish Rocket Mario Garcia Romo.
This season, Mario ran a Spanish National Record 3:47 in the Mile at the Diamond League Final, ran 3:29…
The Call Room Rising Stars: Alyssa Sauro On Winning 11 State Championships, Running 10:11 In The 3200m, & Winning Mountain Races
Today on The Call Room Rising Stars is Alyssa Sauro!
Alyssa placed 9th at the 2022 Foot Locker Cross Country Nationals. This past spring, Alyssa ran 10:11 in the 3200m. She's won 11 individual stat…
Sam McDonnell On Running For Newbury Park, Being Coached By Shalane Flanagan, & Goals In The NCAA
Today on the podcast is the one and only Sam McDonnell.
She holds PRs of 2:08 (800m), 4:38 (Mile) 10:12 (3200m), 16:43 (XC). She was an All-American for cross country my senior year of high school …
D3 Legend Ethan Gregg On His Unorthodox Journey To The Top Of The NCAA + Why D3 Should Get More Respect
Today on the podcast is D3 legend Ethan Gregg!
In high school, Ethan 4:41 (1600m), 9:45 (3200m), and helped his team win a D3 XC title in 2018. Ethan then went onto college where he is currently a 5…
Sahil Bloom Shares Lessons On Fatherhood, Ending Friendships, Finding The Right Mountains To Climb, Being A Time Billionare & Running A 2:57 Marathon Off Of 6 Months Of Running
Today, I have the great privilege of picking the brain of one of the most inspiring figures in my life, Sahil Bloom.
Sahil is the Founding Partner at SRB Ventures, an angel investor in more than 30…
Chasing A Dream: Running 100-Miles A Week & Working A Full-Time Job With Adam Wood
Today on the podcast is Adam Wood!
Adam is currently training to take his running to the next level with hopes of one day becoming a professional. He has made a massive platform on Instagram, TikTo…
The Call Room Rising Stars: Paul Bergeron On Running 8:51 In the 2-Mile, Commiting To Stanford, & Running 80-Miles A Week In HS
Today on the podcast is Paul Bergeron!
Paul has run 4:10 (Mile), 8:51 (2-Mile), & 14:43 on the grass. Paul placed 15th at the 2022 Foot Locker Cross Country National Championships, and will be one o…
The Call Room Rising Stars: Nicki Southerland On Running 4:41 In The Mile, Commiting To Notre Dame, & Future Ambitions
Today on The Call Room Rising Stars is Nicki Southerland!
If you're not familar with Nicki, she won her state title in the 1600-meter run and took second in the 800 this past spring, clocking a pers…
The Story Behind The Legendary Coach Patrick Henner | Insights From Coaching Mike Smith, Chris Miltenberg, Will Sumner & More
Today on the podcast is who I would consider "The Godfather" of NCAA Coaches, Coach Patrick Henner.
Coach Henner has coached Mike Smith (current coach of NAU), Chris Miltenberg (current coach of UN…