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Jun 27, 2025 • 1h 11min

3 MRIs in 24 hours

If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a 5 star review! It helps the pod a lot, and most importantly it helps Gus.The Coffee Club Podcast is hosted by Oliver Hoare, George Beamish, and Morgan McDonald: 3 professional runners and olympians who train and live in Boulder, Colorado that compete for the On Athletics Club.Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclubpod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Tom Wang: https://www.instagram.com/womtang/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPiThumbnail thanks to John Harris: https://www.instagram.com/johnharrismedia/?hl=en
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Jun 19, 2025 • 43min

Grand Slam Track is CANCELLED: what we heard and what we know

If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a 5 star review! It helps the pod a lot, and most importantly it helps Gus.The Coffee Club Podcast is hosted by Oliver Hoare, George Beamish, and Morgan McDonald: 3 professional runners and olympians who train and live in Boulder, Colorado that compete for the On Athletics Club.Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclubpod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Tom Wang: https://www.instagram.com/womtang/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPiThumbnail Photo thanks to Grand Slam Track™.
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Jun 12, 2025 • 43min

The Unlikely Return of Donavan Brazier (800m World Champion)

This week, we reflect on the incredible comeback story of Donovan Brazier, from his historic 800m record to his recent return to the track (and new coach..!). Plus, we're recapping all the action from the Diamond League circuit, including Olli's new race strategy and Robert Farken's German record in Rome. We also look ahead to George's steeplechase double in Europe.Thumbnail Photo thanks to Milesplit Tennessee (https://www.instagram.com/milesplit_tennessee/)Intro sound clips thanks to World Athletics and Citius Mag (https://www.instagram.com/citiusmag/).If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a 5 star review! It helps the pod a lot, and most importantly it helps Gus.Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclubpod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Tom Wang: https://www.instagram.com/womtang/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi
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Jun 5, 2025 • 1h 27min

How to Actually Win a Grand Slam (Philadelphia Edition)

Hey guys, welcome back to another episode with the boys in the studio. Today we are covering last week's Grand Slam Philly (the first time in history it was a two-day meet!) as well as looking ahead to the Rome DL this Friday (which our very own Olli is competing in!). If you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe! We appreciate the support ❤️ MERCH!!! https://www.coffeeclubpod.com Follow us here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclub.pod/ George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/ Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/ Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/ Tom Wang: https://www.instagram.com/womtang/ Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.com Morgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgs Morgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaChicken Intro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/ Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi
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May 29, 2025 • 1h 20min

An Apology to Grand Slam Track and Josh Kerr

This is the first video we're making to address the situation and hopefully the last. We didn't want to have to make this video, but it feels as if we are being forced to and have no choice. Please hear us out.Thumbnail Photo thanks to Grand Slam Track™ and Howard Lao.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a 5 star review! It helps the pod a lot, and most importantly it helps Gus.Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclub.pod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Tom Wang: https://www.instagram.com/womtang/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi
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May 22, 2025 • 1h 27min

The Fastest Teenage Miler of All Time (feat. Cameron Myers)

In today's episode, we welcome a very special guest, 18-year-old Australian phenom Cameron Myers. Dive into Cam's professional journey, his unique training under legendary coach Dick Telford, and his exciting 2025 race schedule. The crew also shares personal updates, including Olli's murder mystery, Morgan's MRI love affair, George's upcoming steeple season debut, and candid discussions on track and field's biggest topics like the Grand Slam Track series and its current impact on the sport.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a 5 star review! It helps the pod a lot, and most importantly it helps Gus.Special Guest: https://www.instagram.com/camer0nmyers/Thumbnail Photo: https://www.instagram.com/jacob_gower_/Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclub.pod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Tom Wang: https://www.instagram.com/womtang/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi0:00 Cameron Myers Prophecy1:25 Welcome to Coffee Club Podcast (Ep. 187)1:50 Jakob Ingebrigtsen Injury Update2:51 Track Fest Preview: LA & Sound Running3:48 Ollie's Training, Frustrations & Coffee Habits5:52 Happy Birthday, Rob!7:20 Ollie's Coffee & Burger Obsessions9:35 In-N-Out Expansion11:37 Car Hunting & Tariff Concerns15:47 Morgan's Injury & MRI Update18:18 First Water Jump Since Olympics20:00 Track Fest Race Previews & OAC Runners26:00 George's Steeplechase & Morgan Haircut Update31:00 Interview with Cameron Myers39:13 Cameron Myers' Training & Race Schedule47:45 Cameron Myers on Jingy Comparisons & NCAA Decision57:38 Ollie's Commonwealth Games Story1:01:40 Cam Myers' Wisdom1:04:37 Post-Interview Thoughts & Training Discussion1:08:18 Grand Slam Track Debate Continues1:16:03 Why Sprints are "Boring"1:22:20 Ideal Track Meet Format1:25:40 Outro & Call to Action
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May 15, 2025 • 1h 11min

Why 3 Olympic runners are trying new training... and starting a business

This week on the Coffee Club podcast, Ollie Hoare debuts his platinum blonde hair while the guys discuss a tiny bit of running news, including Jakob Ingebrigtsen's unexpected injury. Tune in for unfiltered thoughts on training innovations (some questionable!), the fame of distance runners, and our brand new business venture.Thumbnail Photo: https://www.instagram.com/jacob_gower_/Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclub.pod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi0:00 Intro3:44 Tim Tams, Local Shoutouts & Cam Myers' Hair7:22 Platinum Ollie Returns & Matching His Oakley Deal11:58 Jakob Ingebrigtsen Injured 14:59 Where Should Jakob Go?18:54 Swoosh TC Ideas23:19 Donovan Brazier Sighting & Jakob's Recovery Outlook26:42 Ollie's Wild Training Methods35:51 Mental Fortitude in Running41:12 Running Fame Debate: Hocker vs. Yared48:38 New Business Ventures and Personal News
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May 8, 2025 • 1h 19min

Did we just fix Grand Slam?! + Coffee Club does Double Threshold

If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5 star review! We appreciate the support ❤️Get ready for a jam-packed episode of the Coffee Club podcast! We dissect all the thrilling moments from the Grand Slam track meet in Miami, including Josh Kerr's stunning 1500m victory and the captivating 800m showdown led by Marco Arop. Join us as Morgan recounts his inaugural double threshold training experience, diving into the science of lactate and its impact on running performance. We also debate the Grand Slam format, the excitement of sprints versus distance running, and even crown a champion in the Boulder burger scene. Thumbnail Photo thanks to Grand Slam Track™ and Howard Lao.Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclub.pod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi0:00 Intro0:47 First Double Threshold3:44 Double Threshold Deep Dive: Training Talk & Teammate Reactions8:14 Lactate Levels: The Science, the Vibe, & the Accuracy Debate15:32 Grand Slam Miami: Hits, Misses, & Emerging Stars17:23 Men's 1500m: Kerr's Redemption & Arop's Bold Moves24:18 Grand Slam Points & Controversy: Who Deserved the Win?29:43 Grand Slam's Unique Flair: Flags, Commentary & the Future35:51 Distance vs. Sprints in Grand Slam: Is There a Bias?42:41 Women's Distance DOMINANCE & Men's Tactical Races52:19 Grand Slam Takeaways & Diamond League Comparisons55:19 Coffee Club Track Club Wins US Titles! Road 5k Recap57:24 Diamond League China: Big Performances You Missed1:04:13 The Great Boulder Burger Battle
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May 1, 2025 • 1h 13min

George's Textbook Finish!!!! Penn Relays Recap, Faith's Sub-4, London Marathon, Grand Slam Miami

The boys are back in the studio for Episode 184! Get the inside scoop on our trip to the 2025 Penn Relays, including George Beamish's thrilling Ben Franklin Mile win and stellar performances from OAC's Josette Norris and Robert Farken. The episode also covers the excitement from the London Marathon, previews the upcoming Grand Slam Track meet in Miami featuring Yared Nuguse, and discusses the latest from the Diamond League in China, plus Faith Kipyegon's sub-4 mile attempt. Don't miss our live show bonus episode from Penn with special guests Parker Wolfe and Ethan Strand: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0nmcgblTcRNX2ATjIFYOU8Thumbnail Photo: https://www.instagram.com/dellspov/Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclub.pod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi00:00:00 Intro & Penn Relays Arrival00:01:23 Coffee Club Live Show at Penn Relays (feat. Parker Wolfe & Ethan Strand)00:07:47 Yared Nuguse's Rising Fame & Philly Running Scene00:11:10 Penn Relays Saturday: Weather & Ben Franklin Mile Build-Up00:13:05 US Currency Banter00:17:56 George Beamish's Ben Franklin Mile Race Recap & Strategy00:23:08 Sam Ellis DQ & Ben Franklin Mile Results00:28:57 Other OAC Wins: Josette Norris & Robert Farken at Penn Relays00:30:08 Faith Kipyegon's Sub-4 Mile Attempt Discussion00:38:57 New OAC Kit & Post-Race Workout00:43:45 Grand Slam Track Miami Preview: Yared, Kerr, Hocker & F1 Clash00:55:35 Diamond League China (Shanghai/Suzhou) & Sage Hurta-Klecker01:02:44 London Marathon Recap: Kebede's Debut, Kipchoge & Alex Yee01:05:57 London Women's Race & Women's Only Record Debate01:10:53 Future Marathon/Ironman Banter & Outro
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Apr 29, 2025 • 50min

LIVE AT PENN RELAYS: PARKER WOLFE & ETHAN STRAND (BONUS EPISODE!!)

Coffee Club Live at the Penn Relays!!! Featuring special guests, the NCAA superstars and champions from the University of North Carolina, Parker Wolfe and Ethan Strand. We also preview George's Ben Franklin Mile (before he wins it) and bring up some potential NIL prospects for some fun coffee cauldron. Thank you to On for hosting us!!Special Guests:Parker Wolfe: https://www.instagram.com/parkerw19/Ethan Strand: https://www.instagram.com/ethan_strand/Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclub.pod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi

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