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We're bringing our long run conversations to the mic. Join us as we chat about all things running!
Latest episodes

Sep 6, 2024 • 54min
S2 Ep. 1: Necessary Nuance
Treg and Vicky discuss their plans for season 2 of the podcast, how they both approached running differently on their summer vacations, and *TW* the tragic passing of Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei as well as important conversations around keeping women safe in the running community.
If you or anyone you know has experienced domestic abuse please refer to the National Domestic Violence hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/
Additional resources as discussed in our show: Tirop's Angels @tirops_angels on IG

Jun 14, 2024 • 59min
Ep. 10 (Season Finale): Your Goals Are Worth It
Treg and Vicky discuss the mini 10k, weight gain during marathon training, and how to keep the sport of running accessible and affordable.
TW: Treg and Vicky discuss eating disorders in this episode. We completely understand if this isn't for you!

Jun 7, 2024 • 59min
Ep. 9: Mini 10k, Myths Part 2, and Therapy Wins
Treg and Vicky discuss down weeks and the upcoming mini 10k before diving into myths part 2. They then go over their wins for the week which includes hot dogs and therapy.

May 31, 2024 • 1h 1min
Ep. 8: Cats are Rescued, Myths are Busted
Treg and Vicky talk about their long weekends and then start busting some common myths in the running community.

May 24, 2024 • 1h 4min
Ep. 7: Everything You Need to Know So Your Summer Runs Don't Suck
Treg and Vicky discuss a range of topics including rescuing cats in Barbados, a stray dog seen while running, choosing the bear, and everything you need to know about how to prepare for summer running!
If you're interested in helping the Ocean Acres Animal Sanctuary, check out their website and Instagram page:
https://www.oceanacresanimalsanctuary.org/
@oceanacresanimals

May 17, 2024 • 1h 4min
Ep. 6: Watchless Races, Hot Dogs, and Plant-Based Diets
Treg and Vicky discuss Vicky's recent 10k that she raced watchless (gasp!), Tregue's, hot dogs, and how Treg trained for a marathon on a plant-based diet.

May 10, 2024 • 53min
Ep. 5: Recaps and Reminders: When are you ready to run a marathon?
Treg and Vicky are back for another episode where they only talk about pigeons for a very short amount of time (womp womp) because they have much more interesting topics to cover!

May 3, 2024 • 54min
Ep. 4: Racing Perspectives, Pigeons, and the Post-Injury Process
Treg and Vicky are back and covering a variety of topics including their thoughts on banditing a race, Vicky's obsession with pigeons, something about PVC pipes (??) and how to get through a running injury.

Apr 26, 2024 • 55min
Ep. 3: A Podcast Between Two Acquaintances
We cover a range of topics in this episode - starting with a quick discussion on what your training can look like after a big race, we break down some scandals surrounding the Boston Marathon (as per usual), and end with a game of Vicky Trivia to celebrate her upcoming birthday.

Apr 19, 2024 • 1h 7min
Ep. 2: Tortured Runners Department (Vicky and Treg's Version)
The infamous Jersey City half/marathon race recap that we've been waiting for! Treg and Vicky spend the majority of the episode detailing how they both felt before/during/after the Jersey City race this past weekend, detailing Treg's incredible PR and BQ and in contrast, Vicky's panic attack at mile 3. This episode is truly for everyone! We hope you enjoy :)