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Run The Riot PodcastEP183 - Burgers, Blisters, and the Mammoth 200 – With Chad BruceChad Bruce is back on the podcast, and this time he’s fresh off the Mammoth 200 — 200+ miles through the high country of the Eastern Sierras. From long stretches of soul-sucking gravel to alpine climbs and a thunderstorm finish that tested every ounce of grit, Chad takes us inside what it really takes to finish a race like this at age 52.
We talk about how his training has shifted with age, what gear and nutrition worked (and what didn’t), how he balances racing with life, and the mental strategies that carry him through the lows. Whether you’re looki...
2025-11-171h 20
Run The Riot PodcastMWM Episode 82 - One Sentence Can Change EverythingEver feel stuck? Like you’ve drifted too far off course and don’t know how to get back?
In this Midweek Motivation, we talk about the power of one sentence — and how it can be the spark that changes everything. Inspired by Run the Riot athlete Phil Klinkner, this short episode unpacks the moment he stood still in the woods, took a deep breath, and said out loud:“Something has to change.”
Whether you’re battling self-doubt, stuck in a rut, or just coasting through your week, this episode reminds you that you...
2025-09-0314 min
Run The Riot PodcastEP179 - Phil Klinkner - They Used to Call Him “Fatty” — He Just Ran 100 MilesIn this episode of Run the Riot, we dive deep into the powerful story of Phil Klinkner, an everyday guy with an extraordinary mindset. From growing up with the nickname "Fatty" to transforming into a determined ultrarunner who finished the Badger 100, Phil’s journey is raw, real, and undeniably inspiring.
Phil opens up about:
His early days growing up in a trailer park in Wisconsin
Discovering confidence through martial arts as a kid
The struggles of post-COVID life, drinking, and feeling stuck
How a wake-up moment during deer season spar...
2025-08-231h 23
Run The Riot PodcastMWM Episode 80 - Plan, but Pivot if you Need toEver had a race—or a life plan—go sideways? You laid out the spreadsheets, packed the drop bags, prepped the fuel… and then something unexpected knocked it all off course?
In today’s Midweek Motivation, we’re talking about the power of planning—and the wisdom of pivoting.
Coach David Theriot dives into:
• Why a solid plan shows discipline and intention
• Real-world ultrarunning examples of when a plan breaks down
• What we can learn from Cam Ridley’s support of Angela Smith at the Prairie Spirit 100
•...
2025-07-0214 minRun The Riot PodcastMWM Episode 80 - Plan, but Pivot if you Need toEver had a race—or a life plan—go sideways? You laid out the spreadsheets, packed the drop bags, prepped the fuel… and then something unexpected knocked it all off course?
In today’s Midweek Motivation, we’re talking about the power of planning—and the wisdom of pivoting.
Coach David Theriot dives into:
• Why a solid plan shows discipline and intention
• Real-world ultrarunning examples of when a plan breaks down
• What we can learn from Cam Ridley’s support of Angela Smith at the Prairie Spirit 100
•...
2025-07-0214 min
Buckleheads PodcastEpisode 33 - David TheriotEpisode 33 of the Buckleheads Podcast, we are joined by David Theriot. David is an ultrarunner, a certified running coach, and the host of the Run the Riot podcast. Devin and David recently ran together for half of the Prairie Spirit 100. We chat about many things including the recent race, podcasting, coaching, and some of the other races David has run. David has been a huge inspiration to us not only as a runner, but as a person and has been someone we have looked up to, and to have him on the podcast is a true honor.
2025-03-281h 18Run The Riot PodcastMWM Episode 73 - Setbacks Aren't Stop SignsIn this episode of Midweek Motivation on the Run the Riot Podcast, we dive into the topic of setbacks. Whether you’re a runner who has faced a tough race or someone navigating life’s unexpected detours, this episode is for you. David shares his personal experience of a tough DNF at the Moab 240 and how it taught him that setbacks are not the end of the road—they're opportunities to grow.Listen in as David discusses:
Why setbacks are a reality for everyone, even the pros.
How to reframe setbacks as opportunities to learn and improv...
2025-01-2316 min
Kill ComplacencyEP. 78 - PT. 2 : Torn ACL, Knee Surgeries and Running Thousands Of Miles with David TheriotPART 2: David Theriot joins Marty Hofmann to talk about his journey from having multiple injuries to today, as an ultrarunner. David has conquered so much and continues to thrive, running thousands of miles.
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2025-01-0232 minKill ComplacencyEP. 77 - PT. 1 : Torn ACL, Knee Surgeries and Running Thousands Of Miles with David TheriotPART 1: David Theriot joins Marty Hofmann to talk about his journey from having multiple injuries to today, as an ultrarunner. David has conquered so much and continues to thrive, running thousands of miles.
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2024-12-3126 min
The ZenRUN PodcastEpisode 372 - Overcoming Limits: David Theriot’s Ultra-Endurance JourneyIn this episode of the FitMIND FitBODY podcast, I chat with David Theriot, an extraordinary runner with a passion for ultra-endurance events. David shares his journey from growing up in South Louisiana to becoming a dedicated runner and how running has shaped his life.
David talks about his childhood, filled with hunting, fishing, and outdoor activities, and how he found his way into running through wrestling and jiu-jitsu. Despite running initially being a punishment during his wrestling training, David eventually fell in love with the sport.
One of the highlights of David’s story is hi...
2024-09-301h 23Run The Riot PodcastEP160 - Alex Bruton - Leveling Up: Insights on Breaking Boundaries in UltrarunningIn this episode of The Run the Riot Podcast, David chats with Alex Bruton, a newly dedicated ultrarunner and participant in the Run the Riot coaching program. Fresh off achieving a monumental goal—running 50 kilometers for his 50th birthday—Alex shares the incredible journey of preparing for his big challenge.Throughout the conversation, Alex and David discuss how ultrarunning, like Alex's personal "moonshot" projects, pushes the boundaries of mental and physical endurance. Tune in to hear Alex's reflections on the importance of believing in yourself, embracing the grit, and finding the joy in every milestone.Alex...
2024-09-141h 32Run The Riot PodcastEP148 - Sid Garza-Hillman: Ultra Running for Normal PeopleEP148 - Sid Garza-Hillman: Ultra Running for Normal PeopleIn this episode, David interviews Sid Garza-Hillman, a musician, author, endurance runner, and wellness coach. They discuss the sport of ultra-running and how it's more accessible than some may think, with Sid providing practical advice from his own experiences. Sid talks about his journey into ultra-running, the life lessons he learned from the trail, his philosophy on balancing various life priorities and his approach to habit change and mindfulness. They also delve into the power of disconnecting from distractions such as social media and the effects of such...
2024-01-251h 02
RunTriMonkThe Gratitude episode! w/David TheriotI'm definitely a week late, but this is the best post-Thanksgiving podcast episode ever. David Theriot, host of the Run the Riot podcast, ultrarunnning coach extraordinaire, and recent redemption completer of the Moab 240 shares one of the secrets of his running success: GRATITUDE. And not just touchy-feely-thankful kind of feeling--David gives the nitty gritty on making game-changing gratitude a practical part of his long runs and events. In this episode, David shares all about faith, family, and coaching, and his love of geeking out on all things running. You can find David Theriot on IG @runtheriotpodcast and at ww...
2023-11-161h 06Agile Self DevelopmentS3 Ep6 – WTF Is Mental Fortitude with David TheriotMental Fortitude is described as mental and emotional strength in facing difficulty, adversity, danger, or temptation courageously. My guest on this episode is David Theriot, an ultrarunner and coach who understands that mental fortitude is pivotal to his success, very much akin to life's many other challenges. David Theriot is an ultrarunner and coach who...
2023-09-1036 minAgile Self DevelopmentS3 Ep6 – WTF Is Mental Fortitude with David TheriotMental Fortitude is described as mental and emotional strength in facing difficulty, adversity, danger, or temptation courageously. My guest on this episode is David Theriot, an ultrarunner and coach who understands that mental fortitude is pivotal to his success, very much akin to life's many other challenges. David Theriot is an ultrarunner and coach who...
2023-09-1036 min
Agile Self-DevelopmentS3 Ep6 - WTF Is Mental Fortitude with David TheriotMental Fortitude is described as mental and emotional strength in facing difficulty, adversity, danger, or temptation courageously. My guest on this episode is David Theriot, an ultrarunner and coach who understands that mental fortitude is pivotal to his success, very much akin to life's many other challenges. David Theriot is an ultrarunner and coach who started running later in life after ACL reconstruction surgery. He's run 45 ultramarathons, 16 of them of 100 miles or more. He finds great joy in helping others come to the realization that they can do hard things. He's coached runners from all ove...
2023-09-1036 min
SALAAM8. What does it *actually* mean to feel your feelings?Welcome to the nerdiest episode to date. Jade dives into the big question, "What does it *actually* mean to feel your feelings?"Using the research and technique created by Dr. David R. Hawkins in his book, Letting Go, we are able to learn how easy it actually is to feel our feelings -- and let them go. There are (4) Steps to "Letting Go": Sit, observe, identify the emotion Hold Space for the emotionStay with the emotion. Continue to witness.Let. It. Go.
2023-05-0225 min
Run The Riot PodcastShaun Barnes - Iditarod Invitational 1000 Mile PreparationShaun Barnes is a friend who we’ve had on the podcast a few times before. He’s been doing big stuff! If you remember, we had him and his coach on to talk about his experience doing the Triple Crown of 200s. Then, we had him on to catch up and talk about the Iditarod Trail Invitational which he ended up not finishing, but he learned a ton! THEN, we had him on to discuss his experience returning to the ITI which resulted in an awesome finish. We even spoke to his girlfriend at the end for a few minu...
2023-02-1854 min
Run The Riot PodcastJonathan Prosser - Husband, Father, and race directory, who enjoys pushing his limits!Today, we have a special guest who embodies perseverance and determination. Jonathan Prosser is a runner, husband, and father who overcame a DNF on his first difficult 100 miler and went on to finish the Outlaw 100. Then, the Leadville 100! Not only that, he’s a husband, and father, and now directs a race in Kansas called the Skyline Scramble. Join us as we delve into Jonathan's journey and find out what he does to get it all done. Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/jonathanp
2023-02-111h 06
Run The Riot PodcastEP128 - Kathleen Egan - Adventurer and Bigfoot 200 WinnerKathleen is an adventurer! She’s hiked some amazing places all over the world. She also has had the opportunity to run some great races. Most recently, she won the Bigfoot 200 having done a large portion of her training by bagging 14ers and having a blast doing it! Show notes here: http://www.theriot.run/kathleene
2023-02-041h 13
Run The Riot PodcastEP127 - Meghan Gould - Running Long Pain Free and Helping others to do the SameWe get to talk about so many things in the podcast! After years of fighting sciatic nerve pain, Meghan began to search for the reason behind it and a natural way to fix the problem. She’s now pain-free and has become a Functional Movement & Ultrarunning Coach. She’s run all the distances pain-free including the Tahoe 200 last year. Meghan is also a podcast host of the “She Runs Ultras” podcast. Right now she’s been focusing on helping women run their first 50K. Her goal is to help 10,000 women run their first 50K in the next 5 years and she’s d...
2023-01-281h 36
Run The Riot PodcastEP126 - Julie Hromadka - Running Trails and Finishing Her First 100 MilerJulie Hromadka lives here in Oklahoma and has been crushing her races. I’ve had the privilege to coach her through some of 2022 and for her first 100-mile race at the Lake Murray Endurance Run. Julie is a bundle of positivity and always encourages others. She has the desire to see other women on the trails and has started group runs for women in her area to introduce ladies to the trails. Show notes here: http://www.theriot.run/julieh
2023-01-111h 30
Run The Riot PodcastEP125 - URultra - A Race Registration Company Who Wants to Make a DifferenceListen in as I got to know Eric Whittington and Brent Ransom with URultra. I love the story of how this all came together. If you don't know, URultra is a veteran-owned company that focuses not only on providing race directors and runners with a quality race registration platform but also on giving back to the community as a portion of every race registration goes to charity. Check out their slick site! Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/urultra
2022-11-131h 08
Run The Riot PodcastEP124 - Arlen Glick - Conquering the Mountains and the FlatsCatching up with Arlen Glick! Arlen has been on a tear! Since our last visit with him, he placed 3rd at Western States, 2nd at Run Rabbit Run and he'll be running Javelina Jundred when this is released! Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/arleng3
2022-10-291h 30
Run The Riot PodcastEP123 - Kristian Morgan - Crushing the Appalachian TrailThis was a great chat with Kristian Morgan who ran the Appalachian trail in 44 days, 4 hours, and 54 minutes! The second fastest at the time! Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/kristianmorgan
2022-10-171h 43
Run The Riot PodcastEP122 - Thomas McGinn of Long Run CoffeeEnjoy a great chat with Thomas McGinn of Long Run Coffee. We talk running, life, and COFFEE!! All great topics! Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/longruncoffee Run the Riot Roast: https://www.longruncoffee.com/product-page/run-the-riot
2022-09-161h 06
Run The Riot PodcastEP121 - Phil De Gruy - Kicking Cancer's ButtThis week on the podcast - Phil De Gruy from South Louisiana. Phil is a 2x cancer survivor who decided to fight cancer through healthy living and endurance running! He's since started a podcast and is starting a foundation to help kids who have lost a parent to cancer. Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/phildegruy
2022-08-1953 min
Running Strong: Running and Strength Training Tips for Everyday AthletesDavid Theriot (Run the Riot) Interview! - ESR 35This week I had the pleasure of interviewing David Theriot - someone who's been running ultramarathons for almost a decade. He's the host of the Run the Riot podcast as well as a truly impressive athlete.
He's also a running coach, public speaker, and has a lot of wisdom to share with people who are looking to get into the sport or take their next step along their journey.
I love talking with David. He and I don't have time to sit down often, but every time we chat, it's an easy, interesting conversation where w...
2022-07-231h 11
Run The Riot PodcastEP119 - Bryan Gillette - Epic PerformanceBryan Gillette started doing epic things at an early age. At 20 years old, he rode his bike across the US. Then he got into ultrarunning and after running other distances, completed the Tahoe 200. He took his experience on the trail and then interviewed 100 leaders (CEOs, CXOs, CIOs, CHROs, CFOs, founders, and ultra-distance athletes) to see how they take really big ideas across the finish line. He then penned the book, EPIC Performance. Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/BryanG
2022-05-281h 16
Run The Riot PodcastEP117 - Jason Koomen - Big Goals and a Big HeartJason Koomen is on a mission to run a 100 miler in every state. He’s on number 30 so far! We talk about the Loup Garou 100, Hurt 100, Outlaw 100, and others. He and his wife have also adopted children from Ukraine in the past and have been helping people through their contacts. If you would like to help there are info and links in the show notes. Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/jasonkoomen
2022-05-031h 44
Run The Riot PodcastEP116 - Shaun Barnes and the 350 Mile Iditarod Trail InvitationalShaun Barnes is a friend who we’ve had on the podcast a couple of times before. He’s been doing big stuff! If you remember, we had him and his coach on to talk about his experience doing the Triple Crown of 200s. Then, we had him on to catch up and talk about the Iditarod Trail Invitational which he ended up not finishing, but he learned a ton! This time, we get to discuss his experience this year running the ITI which resulted in an awesome finish. Keep listening at the end where we chat for a few minu...
2022-04-161h 22
Run The Riot PodcastEP115 - Shannon "The Menace" O'Grady, Ph.D - Gnarly NutritionOh man! I had such a fun conversation with Shannon O’Grady, Ph.D. (aka the menace, aka the bully, aka mighty barnacle of death). Shannon is the COO/CPO of Gnarly Nutrition and has her Ph.D. in nutritional physiology. She’s also an avid Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, trail runner, climber, wife, and mom. We talk about Jiu-jitsu, trail running, endurance sports, and a whole lot about nutrition. She drops some great info on protein, collagen, BCAAs, creatine, and balanced eating. You may even want to start doing some Jiu-jitsu as cross-training after listening! Show Notes: http://www.theriot...
2022-04-091h 18
The Trail Life PodcastDavid Theriot- Run the RiotThis episode i am joined by David Theriot, ultra-runner, endurance enthusiast, and podcast host of the Run the Riot Podcast (a podcast about ultra running).David shares his journey into trail running, his successes and failures in the sport, and what trail runners should know about Tulsa Oklahoma trail running. PODCAST: Run the Riot Podcast (found on all streaming services)FOLLOW: @ri0tdude and @runtheriotpodcast
2022-04-0843 min
Run The Riot PodcastEP114 - Bryce Thatcher - Founder of UltrAspireBryce Thatcher has been designing in the outdoor industry for over 30 years. Often considered the inventor of the modern hydration pack, race vest, and many other revolutionary items. He has received patents and design awards, and he is always trying to push designs into the future with vision and passion. Besides founding his own businesses; Ultimate Direction, Clik Elite, and Ultraspire, he has worked for other notable companies like Black Diamond, Nathan, and Sierra Designs. I truly enjoyed talking with Bryce about his adventures and the reason he does what he does. We also talk about his Gran...
2022-03-261h 07
Run The Riot PodcastEP113 - Chase and Casey Hammond - Running Long, Directing Races, and Ultra NutritionI had a blast getting to know Chase and Casey Hammond. I love our ultra community! They are from northwest Kansas and really enjoy being involved in the Ultra community. Chase and I both ran the Moab 240 in 2020. He finished and I didn’t. We had fun comparing notes and chatting about the process of running 200 mile races. Chase will be doing the Cocodona 250 this year. He and Casey also direct races in their area and have added a new race, the Cowboy 200 in Nebraska! On top of talking about all of that, we get to talk about their degrees i...
2022-03-181h 32
6AM Run6AM Run - David Theriot of www.TheRiot.runJoin 6AMRun.com Founder & CEO Hami Mahani, & Co-Host Ari F. as we introduce you to David Theriot! After his ACL tore doing Jiu-jitsu in 2009 and having ACL reconstruction in December of that year. David started running to rehab his knee and set a goal to run a marathon within a year of ACL surgery. His first race was a marathon in 2010. He LOVES running! After a few other marathons, David decided to run his first Ultra-Marathon. In 2013, David ran my first ultra, a 100 mile race in the swamps of Louisiana! Since then IDavid overcame another torn ACL and has run 15...
2022-03-1635 min
Run The Riot PodcastEP112 - Dr. Amy Novotny - Helping People to Live (and run) Pain FreeDr. Amy Novotny hated running. Until she didn’t! After developing a love for the marathon, she discovered her love for the trails. She has since run 40+ marathons, an Ironman, and 10 ultramarathons (two 100 milers). She is the founder of the PABR institute where she helps people as a breathing and pain specialist. We had a great conversation about the nervous system and how calming or resetting it can provide many benefits to runners and people in general. Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/amyn
2022-03-121h 10
Run The Riot PodcastEP111 - Catching up with Arlen GlickThis was such a fun episode with Arlen Glick! Arlen has been on a tear! Since our last interview, he’s won the Mohican 100, Burning River, Javelina Jundred, and 1st Male at Jackpot. He’s so fast! He also dipped his toe into a 24 hour race at Desert Solstice and we’ll chat about the lessons he learned there. We cover his racing, his faith, and so many fun topics! Don’t miss this episode! Show notes here: http://www.theriot.run/arleng2
2022-03-051h 46
Run The Riot PodcastEP110 - Roger Rholdon - Rocky Raccoon RedemptionToday we get to chat with my friend and awesome runner, Roger Rholdon. I have the privilege of coaching him! Roger is a husband, father, and an associate professor in the College of Nursing. From a training standpoint, he’s an acute care pediatric nurse practitioner. Roger and I raced together in the past in south Louisiana. When he was set to run the Voodoo 130, which is the same course as the Rouge-Orleans that I ran in 2015, he asked me to help coach him. He did a great job putting in the work and ended up winning the race! Before r...
2022-02-261h 46
Run The Riot PodcastEP109 - Nicole Laughton and winning the Rocky Raccoon 100M!Catching up with Nicole Laughton after her Rocky Raccoon Win! We recently had her on Episode 103 and wanted to get her on to talk all about her win at Rocky for her first 100-mile race! We talk about her training and strategy leading up to the race. You'll love how she faced adversity, problem solved, and kept moving for the win! Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/nicolel2
2022-02-1950 min
Run The Riot PodcastEP108 - Kevin Goldberg - Living His PassionKevin Goldberg has combined his passion and his profession. As a matchmaker for Training Peaks, he’s also passionate about running long distances. We chat about his love for the Bigfoot 200, his completion of the Triple Crown of 200s, and his big year ahead that includes the Cocodona 250, Western States, and his 4th time running the Bigfoot 200! Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/keving Check out Pure Tiva for recovery! http://tiva.theriot.run
2022-02-121h 13
Run The Riot PodcastEP107 - Steven Car - Badwater 135 and Spartathlon FinisherI had an awesome conversation with husband, father, engineer, and all-around good dude, Steven Carr. Steven started running to regain his health when a busy life caused him to neglect it. Since then, he’s run Boston, and quite a few 100 mile and above races including the Badwater 135 (placing 5th male and 7th overall) and the Spartathlon 246K in Greece! The crazy thing is that he does it on relatively low mileage training! Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/stevencarr
2022-01-211h 40
Run The Riot PodcastEP106 - Gwen Zywicke and her new Book, Running MysticismYou may remember my friend and LSU professor, Gwen Zywicke from Episode 92. I invited her back to discuss the release of her book, “Ultrarunning Mysticism: Mind, Body, Spirit and the Sacredness of Overcoming Suffering.” We have a great time diving into the process and discussing more of her discoveries in writing the book. You’ll love Gwen’s energy and enthusiasm! I appreciate that Gwen allowed me to speak about the spiritual aspect of ultrarunning from a Christian point of view in the book. And though we might have different views on spiritual matters, we have a fun, friendly discussion of...
2022-01-151h 16
Run The Riot PodcastEP105 - Mindy Coolman - Pushing Through AdversityThis week we visit with a really strong runner, Mindy Coolman. She’s a dietitian in Nebraska and has quite the ultra running resume. This is a really fun conversation about mistakes made during her first ultras and important lessons she’s learned. We dive into the ups and downs of health and ultrarunning and how she’s battled and come back from a long heat illness. We also talk about running nutrition and so much more! Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/mindyc
2022-01-081h 54
Run The Riot PodcastEP103 - Nicole LaughtonNicole is a wife and mother who has been crushing races this past year. She’s won her first 4 ultras and is running her first 100m at Rocky Raccoon in February. We had a great conversation about how she happened into her first 100K, training, and life. Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/nicolel
2021-12-2958 min
Run The Riot PodcastEP102 - Will Frantz - Running NutritionWill Frantz is a NASM certified personal trainer and has been trained in nutrition coaching by both Precision Nutrition and the Nutrition Coaching Institute. Will seeks to help athletes with their nutrition needs. Join us as we explore all things nutrition! We talk about performance, sleep, recovery, and nutrition’s connection to each. Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/willfrantz
2021-12-181h 18
Run The Riot PodcastEP101 - Shaun Barnes - Looking for Iditarod Redemption!Shaun was on the podcast last in February 2020 for episode 19 - Check that out if you haven’t heard it. In that episode, we discussed his Triple Crown of 200s journey and training. On this episode, we catch up with Shaun to discuss some of his races since then, and more importantly, his Iditarod 350 attempt and in February and his plan at redemption in 2022. We talk about the logistics of running in the snow, sub-zero temps, and carrying your own equipment. We also get a hint at his possible future plans after he finishes the ITI. Show notes...
2021-12-111h 08
Run The Riot PodcastEP100 - Nick Ferrara - Leaving Footprints on the CourseNick Ferrara grew up in the Bronx and discovered his love for running later in life when he realized that he had to make some changes for his health. He seems to gravitate toward gnarly mountain races. He's done UTMB twice! He was the first to do Western States and Eastern States in the same year and this past year he completed Hard Rock. Listen in as we talk about the awesome journey that he has been on! Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/nickferrara
2021-12-041h 32
Run The Riot PodcastEP99 - Nick Fowler - Running the Pacific Northwest Trail Fastest Known TimeNick is not afraid to set BIG goals! As a new runner, Nick Fowler decided to set his sights on the Pacific Crest Trail FKT. When that didn’t work out, he set his sights on the Pacific Northwest Trail FKT and achieved his goal. It wasn’t easy, and he had some hiccups even before he started, but he was determined and adapted along the way to get it done.(You’ll love his improvised strategy for dealing with chafing!) Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/nickfowler
2021-11-261h 48
Run The Riot PodcastEP98 - Justin Walker - Barkley, FKTs, trail pepperonis, and more!Justin Walker is a personal friend and friend of the podcast. We last visited and talked about his TransOkie FKT on Episode 54. We also got into some really good life conversations. Check that one out if you haven’t heard it yet. Today, we catch up with Justin about his Ozark Highlands Trail FKT attempt, co-directing the Pumpkin Holler 100, his move to Salida, CO, coaching, Barkley Fall Classic, and his return to coaching. Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/jwalk2
2021-11-191h 17
Run The Riot PodcastEP97 - Jason Hardrath - Completing 100 FKTsOh man! This was fun! Jason Hardrath has completed 100 FKTs! For #100, he scaled the 100 highest peaks in Washington in just over 50 days! I love Jason’s mindset and outlook on life. You’ll want to lean in and listen closely to his encouraging and challenging words! You’ll also want to listen to our previous interview with Jason in December of 2020 if you haven’t heard it. I’ll put the link, along with others, in the show notes. Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/jasonh2
2021-10-231h 15
Run The Riot PodcastEP96 - Russell Benaroya - One Life to LeadRussell is like many of us - he wears a lot of hats! He's a husband, father, ultra runner, serial entrepreneur, former investment banker, venture capital investor, and more. He just recently finished the Cascade Crest 100 miler. We had a great conversation about why and how we do what we do. Russell shares part of the story that lead him to write his new book, "One Life to Lead" which deals with leading yourself and being the architect of your own life. Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/russellb
2021-10-161h 01
Run The Riot PodcastEP95 - Laura Kearns - Arkansas Traveller 100 Winner!Laura Kearns just won the 2021 Arkansas Traveller 100! I got to sit down and visit with her about the stellar year she’s been having in ultrarunning. Earlier this year, she ran her second 100-mile race, the LOViT 100, and won it! Laura puts in a lot of training miles, but she loves group runs, has fun, and does not hold herself to a rigid training plan. Listen in as we talk about how the races unfolded, training, equipment, nutrition, and life! Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/laurak
2021-10-0959 min
Run The Riot PodcastEP94 - Amy Alexander - The ComebackAmy is fast and puts in some serious work! She’s currently training for Tunnel Hill 100 and I can’t wait to see how she does. Amy had a fall in 2019 during one of her final training runs for the Arkansas Traveller 100 and had to miss the race. We talk about her coming back from that injury physically and mentally. We also talk about her how she’s dealt with stomach issues and the steps she had to take to get that dialed in. I think you'll enjoy the interesting chat about her mindset when racing. Show notes: htt...
2021-10-021h 06
Run The Riot PodcastEP93 - Paul Countess - Facing Challenges with a SmileEver know someone who is always all smiles! That’s today’s guest. My friend Paul Countess is one of those guys who just exudes JOY! Even in the middle of a grueling 100 mile race, the dude is smiling! I love it! Paul loves to challenge himself with TOUGH races to push his limits. He just recently completed the Bigfoot 200 and due to life’s circumstances, his training was only about 30 miles per week! Be encouraged as we visit with Paul and find out what it is that makes him such a happy guy. Show notes here: http://www.the...
2021-09-251h 27
Run The Riot PodcastEP92 - Gwen Zywicke and Ultrarunning MysticismToday's guest is Gwen Zywicke, an ultrarunning friend in Louisiana. Gwen is a professor at LSU who has been doing some really interesting research. You know that feeling when you are running and you're in the zone? In flow? That runner's high? Well, Gwen is researching that and the connection with the mind, body, and spirit, particularly as it relates to ultrarunning! You'll love how passionate she is about her work on her book that will be entitled, "Ultrarunning Mysticism". This was such an interesting conversation! I still have so many questions and can't wait to read the book...
2021-09-181h 05
Run The Riot PodcastEP91 - Catching up with Brodie Sharpe from The Run Smarter PodcastBrodie has a passion to help runners to run injury-free. Through his ebooks, podcast, classes, and online clinic, he has helped many runners fix the issues that plague them. On today's podcast, we discuss numerous issues common to all runners and the importance of rest. Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/brodiesharpe2
2021-09-111h 03
Run The Riot PodcastEP90 - Run the Riot - Training for Ultra - Swapcast!I had a great visit with Rob Steger from the Training for Ultra Podcast. Listen in as we talk about running long distances, successes, failures, and life! Topics covered: Triple Crown of 200s, Leadville, nutrition, DNFs, and a bunch of other stuff in between! Show notes here: http://www.theriot.run/t4u
2021-09-031h 23
Run The Riot PodcastEP89 - Dr. William Clark - Family man, Spinal surgeon, Iron man, Ultramarathoner.One of the things I love about our sport is that it brings people from all walks of life together to enjoy pushing our limits and seeing what we can do. I enjoyed this in-person visit with Dr. William Clark. Dr. Clark is a spinal surgeon here in Tulsa Oklahoma specializing in scoliosis and spinal deformity. He loves his job and the challenges it presents him on a regular basis. Dr. Clark is an Ironman who has also done ultra-distance mountain bike races, including the Leadville 100. He’s also completed various ultramarathons with more to come. Some of you wi...
2021-08-071h 20
Run The Riot PodcastEP88 - Jaclyn Long - Midwest SpeedsterThis week we chat with Midwest speedster, Jaclyn Long. Jaclyn is known for a few things in races around here - speed, naps, waking from the dead, and a unique bluntness during races with her crew. She’s a busy woman. She’s a mom and nanny and raises tortoises, turkeys, and other "fowl" creatures. Running gave her a focus when she was recovering from an eating disorder and she hasn’t stopped! Join us for a very interesting conversation with Jaclyn! Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/jlong
2021-07-241h 34
Run The Riot PodcastEP85 - Cliff Pittman - A Conversation with Coach about my North Fork 50M RaceLast weekend, I raced the North Fork 50 mile race in Buffalo Creek, CO. It was a training race and I got it done, but I had some issues along the way. I thought it would be interesting for the listeners to listen in as I discussed the race with my coach, Cliff Pittman. Cliff Pittman has been a guest on the podcast before and he always brings lots of knowledge to the table. Listen in as we discuss what was good, what was bad, and what was ugly. Show Notes: https://www.theriot.run/nf50/
2021-06-121h 02
Run The Riot PodcastEP84 - Kay Bretz - Turning Right - How a Paradigm Shift Unleashed His PotentialOh man, this is a good one. Kay (Pronounced Kai) Bretz had a paradigm shift when he decided to turn right! Kay, author of the book “Turning Right” had a 22% improvement in his 24 hour time in just 18 months and set the course record by 5 hours on the 250km (155mile) Big Red Run! What was the difference? His mindset! It was really enlightening to unpack Kay’s experience and explore the benefit of reframing how we think about training, running, and life. Show notes here: https://www.theriot.run/kaybretz
2021-06-051h 20
Run The Riot PodcastEP83 - Christi Burns - Overcoming and running HappyChristi Burns discovered her gift of running long miles and hasn’t looked back. She’s overcome adversity and keep moving forward. I challenge you to find a running picture of her without a smile on her face! She also enlightened me to a unique use for aid station cups. :) Show Notes: https://www.theriot.run/christiburns/
2021-05-291h 15
Run The Riot PodcastEP82 - A Visit With AJWAJW (Andy Jones-Wilkins) has been a big part of our sport for quite some time. He hasn’t been afraid to make a statement both in his competitiveness on the trails and in his writing and interviews. It was such a pleasure getting to know AJW and gain some insight into his history, methods, and mindset in ultrarunning. I know you’ll enjoy listening in as we laugh together and unpack some of what makes our sport so great. Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/ajw
2021-05-241h 28
Run The Riot PodcastEP81 - Arnold Begay - Life on the Navajo "Rez" and Badwater 135Arnold is a very experienced runner here in Tulsa who has had a really interesting life. Until middle school, he grew up on a Navajo reservation in Arizona with no electricity or running water. The life he lived there, prepared him to be an Ultrarunner later in life. Arnold ran his first ultra, a 100 miler, in 2006, and has been testing himself every since. So far he’s completed 29 hundos and shows no sign of stopping. This year, he’ll be attempting his second finish at the infamous Badwater 135! Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/arnold
2021-05-151h 44
Run The Riot PodcastEP79 - Brad Taylor - The Eagle Rock Loop FKTYou’re going to enjoy my conversation with Brad Taylor. Brad lives in Texarkana. We met while running LOViT 100 and then we visited during the Ouachita 50 in Arkansas when I was crewing and pacing my coach, Cliff. Brad is a strong runner, a good dude, and a friend. He owns the FKT for Arkansas’ famous Eagle Rock Loop! We talk about that experience, Arkansas Traveller, Last man Standing Races, and all kinds of fun stuff dealing with running ultras. Show notes at: http://www.theriot.run/bradtaylor
2021-05-011h 25
Run The Riot PodcastEP78 - Ron Ruhs - Community in UltraI really enjoyed getting to know Ron Ruhs. He is an awesome guy. He runs ultras, plays in a punk band, visits Hawaii, and helps put on races! Join us as we have a blast talking about the joy and craziness of running long and all kinds of other fun stuff! We talk about the Hurt 100, all the Goatz races in Nebraska, Oklahoma races (Pumpkin Hollar, Post Oak, etc.), Western States and others. Show notes: HTTP://www.theriot.run/ronr
2021-04-241h 37
Run The Riot PodcastEP77 - Fawn Hernandez - Strength Through Struggles - Ouachita Trail FKTFawn Hernandez recently completed the 223 mile Ouachita Trail FKT! Fawn and her husband, Justin are friends in South Louisiana. They are both strong Ultra Runners and all-around awesome humans! We cover a lot of ground in this episode. After the sudden loss of her father, Fawn questioned whether she would or could undertake this FKT attempt. She focused herself and got to the start for her dad. We talk about her running background and how she trained, planned, and ultimately ran the OT FKT. Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/fawn
2021-04-181h 49
Run The Riot PodcastEP76 - Arlen Glick - Running a sub 13hr HundoArlen Glick is FAST! And getting faster! He's just 28 years old and ran the Tunnel Hill 100 mile race in just 12:57:11 in November. Then, he followed that up with a win at Umstead with a 13:22:40! It was fun getting to know Arlen and discuss how he realized his God-given talent and his journey to where he is today. He's a well-grounded man still working a full-time job while crushing it in races and striving to realize his full potential. Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/arlen
2021-04-101h 42
Run The Riot PodcastEP75 - Randy Ellis - Old School Relentless Forward ProgressRandy has been running Ultramarathons for quite a while and is still going strong! He was running Leadville in the 80s. He even ran across the United States and wrote a book about it. This past weekend he finished the Prairie Spirit 50 miler at 69 Years old! He's a humble guy with a friendly smile that loves our sport and enjoys sharing his journey. His genuine joy is contagious. Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/randye
2021-04-031h 34
The Ultra Running GuysEpisode 17: David Theriot - Faith, Failure, and Taking on The Triple Crown of 200s!You may recognize David Theriot as the awesome host behind the Run The Riot Podcast! But David is one heck of a runner and in this episode we focus on his preparation for the upcoming Triple Crown of 200 mile races (Big Foot 200, Tahoe 200, and the MOAB 240). We also touch on his recent 2nd place finish at the LOVit 100 and dive into the highs and lows he has experienced with previous 200 milers. We hope you enjoy!
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2021-03-271h 04
Run The Riot PodcastEP74 - Chris Baldwin - Poots and LaddersOh man...what a great visit with my friend Chris Baldwin. Chris is well known in Arkansas due to his involvement in running, volunteering, and co-directing races in the state. He and his friend Ronnie are well known for their training and aid station shenanigans. Chris and I both ran the Tahoe 200 in 2018 and we take some time to compare our experiences and laugh a lot about the videos on the internet of his delirium! Chris also gives us an update on his recovery from a fall last year that took him out of the Moab 240 due to a...
2021-03-271h 43
Run The Riot PodcastEP73 - Michael Puyear and The Screaming MonkeyJoin me as we get to know Michael Puyear. Michael is an adaptive PE teacher, ultra runner, and Race Director of the Screaming Monkey 100 and Old School in north Louisiana. We talk about the GOATS (Get On A Trail Shreveport) community, running long, and life. Show notes at: http://www.theriot.run/michaelp
2021-03-201h 06
Run The Riot PodcastEP72 - Unpacking the LOViT 100 with Matt Coriell, Cliff Pittman, and Jennifer TheriotJoin us as we discuss our experiences during the LOViT 100. This episode was so much fun! During the first segment, Matt Coriell and I compare our strategies, perspectives, and experiences during the LOViT 100. I had a blast laughing with Matt and hearing about his journey over the grueling 100 mile course. Matt is also the host of the Wayne Watch Podcast so check that out! The second segment features my friend and coach Cliff Pittman. We discuss my preparation for LOViT, the race, and his perspective as he paced me through the final 27 miles of the race...
2021-03-132h 41
Run The Riot PodcastEP71 - The Ultra Running Guys - Running Long and Building CommunityThe Ultra Running Guys! Get to know Jeremy and Jeff! After watching these guys and listening to their podcast, I loved what they were doing and was glad to get them on the RTR podcast! Listen as we discuss their podcast, how it started, and their mission. We also dive into their backgrounds, mindset, training, injuries, and all the fun we have during Ultras. Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/urg
2021-03-061h 35
Run The Riot PodcastEP70 - Scott Poling - Bringing the Spiritual into the PhysicalOne of the things I love about ultrarunning is how it brings people from all walks of life together. You never know who you might meet on the trail or even online talking about running! Today's guest, Scott Poling, is pastor of Harvest New Beginnings Church in Oswego, IL, and has been for 26 years. He was drawn to the adventure of ultrarunning. He loves bringing the Spiritual into the Physical. Listen in as we talk about ultrarunning, life, faith, and lots in between. Show notes: http://www.theriot.net/scottp
2021-02-271h 16
Run The Riot PodcastEP69 - Kurt Stein - Miles, Maces, Kettlebells, and ClubsKurt is a mathematician from Arkansas who is living and teaching in Maryland. His social media posts have cracked me up over the years. We talk a lot about races in his home state of Arkansas, particularly the Arkansas Traveller and the LOViT 100. We spend some time exploring his journey this year to get stronger by working out using kettlebells, maces, clubs, and sandbags. Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/kurt
2021-02-131h 20
Run The Riot PodcastEP68 - Catching up with Scott JenkinsScott is an amazing ultrarunner from the UK and a friend of the Podcast. He was on Podcast Episode 22 and we are privileged to catch up with him and his amazing plans for 2021! Scott is planning 5 months of running 5 TOUGH races: Badwater 135, Cocodona 250, Bigfoot 200, Tahoe 200, and Moab 240! Sit back and enjoy our chat about big running goals, life, and excitement for the future. Show notes here: http://www.theriot.run/scott2
2021-01-301h 26
Run The Riot PodcastEP67 - Lenn Hann - The Future At Your FeetLenn Hann is a man who enjoys sports that get your blood pumping! From biking, downhill skiing, sky diving, and scuba diving, to running, he's had many adventures throughout his life. Once he discovered his love for running, it bothered him that that the sport he loved so much caused so many injuries. The funny thing to him was that people just accepted this as normal. Lenn began a quest to research and develop a shoe that would change all of that. Listen as we discuss his journey to create what he believes is a shoe that can help runne...
2021-01-231h 44
Run The Riot PodcastEP66 - Amanda Rasmussen - Radically Changed!In 2017 Amanda came to a point in her life where something had to change. She was unhappy with where she was in life, but even more unhappy with WHO she was. It was time to let her potential out and become who she was meant to be. She quit smoking and drinking and joined a gym. Amanda dove into a healthy lifestyle without looking back. In just 7 months, she lost 100 pounds and discovered her love for running! She was born for it! Amanda qualified for Boston on her first Marathon, then found the trails and ultramarathon, and has lived in that...
2021-01-161h 03
Run The Riot PodcastEP65 - Trevor Meding - Racing to TrainLike many of us, Trevor started running a little later in life and never looked back. In the relatively short time he's been running Ultramarathons (since 2016), he's run SEVENTY ultras, including two 200 milers and twenty 100 milers. Maybe it's because he uses races as training? Well, he's far from done! This year he's planning on increasing his distance with a 600K and 250 miler! Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/trevor
2021-01-091h 32
Run The Riot PodcastEP63 - Jason Hardrath - Journey to 100 FKTsJason is a man on a mission! This PE coach is pushing himself to finish 100 FKTs. He's currently on number 89! In 2015 his amazing fitness was set back due to an accident that left him with multiple broken ribs, shoulder, and a torn ACL among other injuries. His mindset in recovering from his injuries is what drove him to heal up and then thrive. He chose to move forward, learn, and grow. You'll be inspired by his accomplishments and attitude! Show Notes: https://www.theriot.run/jasonh/
2020-12-261h 44
Run The Riot PodcastEP62 - Marcus Tubbs - The Fastest "Outlaw"Today on the podcast I get to visit with Oklahoma native, Marcus Tubbs. I heard about Marcus from a friend and past podcast guest, Jeremy Harrison. I heard that Marcus was a good guy and a strong runner and that he was running the inaugural Outlaw 100. I added him on social media and we've had some great exchanges. I could tell that Marcus was a great guy. On the podcast, I finally got to actually talk to him and get to know him. Marcus is indeed a strong runner. He won the first Outlaw 100 and the first Outlaw...
2020-12-191h 09
Run The Riot PodcastEP61 - Bryan Paisley - Enjoying Life and Running LongBryan and I met in person at the Moab 240, which he went on to complete. He's an interesting guy who has battled some dark times and is grateful to come out of the other end. Although he spent much of his early life in the mountains, Bryan didn't run his first ultra at 50 years old! He's 55 and is looking forward to many more years on the trail. Show notes: https://www.theriot.run/bpaisley/
2020-12-121h 14
Run The Riot PodcastEP60 - Eve Rebennack - Running With GratitudeListen in as I visit with Eve Rebennack. Eve is a runner and coach who lives in Phoenix, AZ. She strives to run and live a life with gratitude. We discuss her various running adventures in Hawaii and the Grand Canyon and dive into some meaningful conversations about races, training, and balancing the important things in life. Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/eve
2020-12-051h 28
The Ultramarathon Mindset: Trail TalkEp. 25 : David Theriot - Going for the Triple Crown of 200sFor those of us who look at running 100 miles as a challenging goal, the idea of going 200 miles or more seems incredible.My guest this week is David Theriot. He's placed among the top finishers in several 100 mile races, run the Grand Canyon rim-to-rim-to-rim, ran in Western States 100, and the Tahoe 200.Now he has his sights set on the Triple Crown of 200s – running the Tahoe 200, the Bigfoot 200, and the Moab 240 all in the same year.David also has a podcast for ultra runners: The Run Theriot Podcast. https://www.facebook.com/runtheriot...
2020-12-021h 09
Run The Riot PodcastEP59 - Luis Cocco - The Running Ninja!I loved this conversation with Miami's "Running Ninja", Luis Cocco! Luis grew up with martial arts in his blood and competed at a high level. We talk about that life and culture and how he got into running long distances. Louis owns and runs a Taekwondo school in Miami, hosts tournaments, and does race directing! He's a busy guy, but loves what he does! Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/ninja
2020-11-281h 50
Run The Riot PodcastEP58 - Stephen Massey - Running Vegas and BeyondStephen is an ultrarunner out of Las Vegas, NV. Join us as we get to know each other and talk about races, training, DNFs, the ultra community, and gear! Races discussed: The Bear 100, JFK 50, Rocky Racoon, Beatty's Backyard Ultra, Across the Years, Vermont 100, Tahoe Rim Trail 100, and others! Show notes at: https://www.theriot.run/stephen-massey/
2020-11-211h 20
Run The Riot PodcastEP57 - Veronique Bourbeau - Running Across Countries and Continents with a SmileFrom running across countries to running across a continent! It was a pleasure to visit with Veronique Bourbeau. She's run across Japan, Malaysia, and will soon be running across Africa! Her 444K race across Malaysia resulted in an overall win and a course record! Her joy is contagious and there is no denying her gratitude to do what she does. Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/vero
2020-11-141h 35
Run The Riot PodcastEP51 - Justin "The Baconator" Smith! - From Kicking Heads to Kicking DirtThis was a fun episode with Justin "The Baconator" Smith! We talk about his background in wrestling and MMA and how he dove headfirst into ultrarunning and the lessons he's learned. We had a great time! Show notes here: https://www.theriot.run/justinsmith/
2020-10-031h 15
Run The Riot PodcastEP50 - Tim Davis - Tripolar UltrarunnerTim Davis is a 12-time Ironman finisher, double-ironman finisher, and finisher of many 100-mile endurance runs too. He is the author of his new book, "TRIPOLAR: The Story of a Bipolar Triathlete" which is available in paperback, e-book, and audiobook thru Amazon, Apple, Barnes & Noble and several other distributors. You can learn more about him and follow his blog at his website: ultratimdavis.com and find links to all his social media, information about the coaching he does, and many other helpful resources for mental health, recovery, and fitness related issues. Show notes: www.theriot.run/timdavis This show...
2020-09-261h 18
The Riff Raff with Shane TheriotEpisode 38 with GE SmithMy guest today is Mr. G.E. Smith.As one of the most seen and heard guitarists in the heyday of late 70’s - 80’s era SNL (when the show was at it's peak) you would have no doubt seen G.E. on your TV set, mugging it up for the camera and playing a variety of cool vintage guitars while rubbing shoulders with the likes of guest guitarists Eddie Van Halen, Eric Clapton and David Gilmour. What a lot of people don't realize is that during this time (and often the very same day) G...
2020-07-271h 20
The Scarecrow RunnerDavid Theriot - Chasing the Triple CrownThis week on the Scarecrow Runner podcast I had the privilege to chat with David Theriot, a native Cajun from Louisiana, who found himself running hundred mile ultra marathons after rehabbing from an ACL Tear during Jujitsu.
David has an extraordinary ultra running resume and has embarked on the likes of Western States, The Tahoe 200 and the Arkansas Traveler. Later this year he anticipates to take part in the Triple Crown: 3 - 200+ mile ultra marathons. David also likes to dress up in awesome costumes while running in local races. And when he is not running crazy distances...
2020-04-251h 06
Raising PainsEpisode 5: The Dauntless Riot One (featuring David Theriot, Ultra runner extraordinaire)In this episode, we interview our friend, David Theriot, an ultra runner with more than twenty 25+ mile races (50k's, 100 miles, 200 miles). He tells us all about what it's like to run and just keep running and then shares his heart about Spiritual wellness along with physical wellness.
2020-02-281h 06
Diz Runs Radio: Running, Life, & Everything In Between768 David Theriot Thrives On The Unknown When Taking On New ChallengesDavid Theriot isn't one to wade into something new, at least as far as his running is concerned. Instead, he heads straight to the deep end.
When he got into running, the first race he signed up for was a full marathon.
And when he decided to dip his toes into ultra running, he went right to the 100 mile distance!
Check out the full show notes for this episode at http://DizRuns.com/678
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2019-09-0858 min
The Riff Raff with Shane TheriotEpisode 31 with Greg Phillinganes (Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Eric Clapton, David Gilmour, etc..)My guest today is Mr. Greg Phillinganes, one of the most recorded keyboardists (both session and touring) of all time. Originally from Detroit, at age 18 Greg's musical abilities were captured on a demo tape which ultimately landed him the gig with Stevie Wonder. This proved to be a life changing opportunity and Greg ended up playing on the iconic record Songs in the Key of Life (including the song Isn’t She Lovely and other classic tracks.) From that point on it has been an amazing musical journey for Greg. His volume of work and recording credits are hug...
2018-12-211h 30
The Riff Raff with Shane TheriotEpisode 20 with David Grissom (Storyville, John Mellencamp, Joe Ely, Austin based Solo Artist) What is it about Texas and it's reputation for gunslingin' killer guitar players? You know the old cliche' "something in the water?", well, this certainly applies to the Lone Star State...think of the guitarists that have emerged from here- Stevie Ray and Jimmie Vaughn, Eric Johnson, Billy Gibbons, David Holt, Charlie Sexton, and newer cats like Carter Arrington- etc..but way up at the top of that list is my guest today- Mr. David Grissom. A veteran of the John Mellencamp band, Joe Ely, Storyville and the Dixie Chicks, he's also appeared on many records as a ses...
2017-10-061h 20
The Riff Raff with Shane TheriotEpisode 14 with bassist Mark Egan (Pat Metheny, Duran Duran, Dave Sanborn, Gil Evans, Sting etc..)My guest today is Mark Egan. Mark is a world renowned bassist, composer and bandleader who has recorded and performed with many of the greats in the world of music. He was an original member of the Pat Metheny group, the first incarnation of the band which produced such classic records as American Garage. Mark has also recorded many of his own projects and solo records; perhaps the best known of these being the band Elements, with drummer Danny Gottlieb, with whom he shares a close musical relationship with to this day. In this interview Mark tells me...
2017-07-221h 01
The Riff Raff with Shane TheriotEpisode 13 with Zachary Richard (Solo artist, songwriter, author)My guest today is Mr. Zachary Richard. Songwriter, performer, poet, activist. Zachary is like a "Cajun- renaissance" man, who has never ceased promoting and educating others about the French identity of South Louisiana and his Cajun heritage. Beginning his career in the early 1970’s up to now- with almost 25 albums to his name, Grammy nominations, 3 volumes of poetry and even children's books, he remains a prolific and passionate artist. (And as you’ll hear Zachary has had some great guitarists and musicians in his bands, among them Sonny Landreth and Bill Dillon.) As you'll hear in this intervi...
2017-06-2856 min
The Riff Raff with Shane TheriotEpisode 11 with Will Lee (Late Night with David Letterman, Brecker Brothers, NYC A-team musician)My guest today is Mr. Will Lee. What can you say about Will that hasn’t already been said? He’s one of the most recorded bassists ever- He hit the ground running in NYC after landing the gig with Dreams at age 18 and hasn’t looked back appearing on well over 1000 records. He’s also a very talented singer and sang on many jingles that you probably didn’t even realize he was on. And even if you haven’t heard Will on records (which I’m sure is simply not possible) you’ve undoubtedly seen him in your living...
2017-04-291h 13