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Run The Race#237: Dancing Dana Also On The Move as Football Ref, Meteorologist, Hockey AnnouncerDana Barker works a few jobs and wears a lot of hats - now add dancing to that! This Auburn University senior technical analyst and fill-in TV meteorologist (for stations like WTVM in his hometown of Columbus GA) also stays busy as a football ref and hockey PA announcer for the Columbus River Dragons, who he's representing in the upcoming "Dancing Stars of Columbus," the biggest local fundraiser for the Alzheimer's Association. We talk on this episode about his many roles and how fitness/exercise is a part of those.
(2:41) Dana says he's out of his "comfort zip code" learning...2025-02-2448 min
Run The Race#187: How You Can Be Serving Christ in The Community (Like Mike Gaymon On A Mission)"Serving Christ in the Community" is the longtime slogan (and jingle) of the nonprofit Valley Rescue Mission, which our guest Mike Gaymon came out of retirement to help lead nearly a year ago, as President/CEO. He has some advice for you about getting rid of the stuff/hurt in your ditch...faith where you're at, like at your job...how a good economy can be ministry...and following callings to serve God and others! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast too.
(3:05) Gaymon, who was the top leader at the Chamber of Commerce in several states for nearly 40 years (26...2024-01-091h 00Run The Race#184: Christmas Music To Help You Smile, Believe, Laugh, Sing AlongMerry Christmas to you and your family! As you travel to and from different places to celebrate...as you do holiday shopping...as you clean up your house for guests...give a listen to these almost 20 songs, many of them holiday classics....so this is like an hour long album!
We've done the J&J Christmas Music Extravaganza the last two Decembers, with my co-host on those episodes, music producer & singer-songwriter Justin Belew - in the studio he owns, Bibb City Sound in Columbus GA. This special pod has many of those duets and solos by us + special guests. There...2023-12-221h 00
Run The Race#137: The J & J Christmas Music Extravaganza With Guest Singers (Part 2)We did it again! Listen to this to hear me and friends sing some solos and duets of famous Christmas songs. I joined talented musician Justin Belew at his production studio Bibb City Sound in Columbus GA for part 2 of our J & J Christmas Music Extravaganza, following up on the most popular "Run The Race" episode from the past year (check out #92).
We have a few special guests performing this time around, including my WTVM co-anchor Barbara Gauthier. Subscribe to listen and find all the conversations I have weekly about faith and fitness!
We have some fun with this one...2022-12-131h 46
Run The Race#100: Be Inspired Through Sports, God, Workouts, Music, Overcomers (Best Of)We've arrived at the 100th episode of the "Run The Race" podcast, telling people's extraordinary stories of fitness and faith to entertain, inspire, motivate, and educate you with their wisdom from lessons learned. If you don't subscribe yet, do it now! And share this with others. (1:48) Where did the name "Run The Race" come from?
We start this "Best Of" with (3:35) Running Far/Often and a Marathon How To: Weekly marathon runner Dr. Ken Fattman, from the 3rd most popular episodes since last Fall, talks about the benefits of running; Mom of 6 Michelle Walker had just run her 200th marathon...2022-03-081h 13Run The Race#99: Military Dietician Has Tasty Tips For Your Health & For AthletesShe helps special ops Army soldiers perform at their best...and joined me to give all of us some smart nutrition advice for the "Run The Race" podcast - which you should subscribe to if you haven't already, it's better than food!
(5:03) Christina Lapeyrouse-Franklin, a tactical performance dietician who's realistic with her clients on Fort Benning, starts with some things to eat and not eat. She says be specific with your goals, avoid trendy diets, increase your macronutrients and micronutrients, plus details how many vegetables you should have on your plate, and hydration + carbs needed per hour during training and...2022-02-2357 minRun The Race#98: Incredible LOVE Story of Pastors Ron & Susanne Cox, Broken Lives Used by GodWith Valentine's Day soon, we're hearing the riveting love story - for each other and for Jesus - from 2 of my favorite people in the world, who join me on the podcast, which you really should subscribe to! My intro includes some background on this couple who both have dealt with immense obstacles, trauma; also how you can get texts from "God."
(6:11) Ron & Susanne Cox from Central Alabama, near Birmingham, talked with me for more than an hour, starting with her journey from being a full-blown cocaine addict, depressed and suicidal...to God making a radical change in her life...2022-02-101h 33Run The Race#97: Most Prolific Marathon Runner in GA Spreads God's Love at Races Across the USAOur guest this week is a 75-year-old ministry director who's #1 for most marathons run in the state of Georgia, and I ran the same race as him in neighboring Alabama last weekend.(2:00) I start with a race recap of what it was like at the Big Beach Marathon in Gulf Shores. Did I run my fastest 26.2 miles?
(8:15) The fun chat with George Southgate from North GA begins with the scary tale of him having a heart attack towards the end of one of the 481 marathons he's completed. Hear what that light-headed feeling was like at that WV race, and why...2022-02-031h 04Run The Race#96: Married Gym Owners Motivate You To Get Fit, Spiritually & PhysicallyBeing married for 21 years is tough enough, but this couple owns a gym together. Matt and Tamara Garner bought Solcioty Fitness in Columbus GA almost exactly a year ago. They join me on the podcast to talk about motivation to stick to fitness goals, both physically and spiritually. And stick around to hear your pod host do a little rap. Also, make sure to subscribe to "Run The Race"!
(4:50) You don’t know what you don’t know. They explain what that means, when it comes to getting in shape, which involves discipline and desire. Frustrated after not seeing results afte...2022-01-2651 minRun The Race#95: Sheriff Practices Faith on the Job and amidst Racism, Police Violence“When we see isolated incidents, we should not judge the whole world. When we see racism and hatred, those things are not of God but the devil.”
After just having celebrated MLK Day, we talk on the podcast this week to an African-American sheriff in Georgia about the late Dr. King, plus how he’s personally dealt with racism, being a bold Christian who practices his faith daily, handling negative views of law enforcement, and more.
(5:06) We start our chat with Muscogee County Sheriff Greg Countryman (in Columbus GA) about looking at increased violence – record number of homicides – from a spiritual...2022-01-1851 minRun The Race#94: Biohacking Yourself for a Healthy 2022; Advice from Wellness Coach, Cancer SurvivorWe graduated from college together more than 2 decades ago, and she went on to be a certified holistic wellness coach...talking in this episode about biohacking for your health, nutrition advice for busy people in the New Year, how faith in God plays a role in your wellness, plus being a cancer survivor and a mother to a pair of teens. Make sure to subscribe to "Run The Race" for weekly inspiration related to fitness and faith.
(5:12) Naomi (Bleeker) Damask, Elon College (NC) class of 1998 like me, starts by talking about vision for the New Year, keys to success to...2022-01-1355 minRun The Race#93: Media Mogul Talks Prayer, Hugging Celebrities, Losing His Job, NutcrackerHe hosts 4 podcasts of his own, and is a guest on this one. Wes Carroll stopped by to talk about losing his longtime radio job during the pandemic, being a man of faith and soccer coach and dad, plus breaking a record with thousands of hugs. I start this episode with something personal, my recent experience testing positive for COVID-19, (3:10) then temporary guest co-host & podcaster Jessie jumps in to help introduce our guest.
(8:30) The conversation with the talented Wes Carroll starts with (11:05) his role as "Mother Ginger" in The Nutcracker with The Columbus Ballet, for the 3rd year in a...2022-01-051h 07Run The Race#92: CHRISTmas Music Extravaganza with J & J at Bibb City SoundIt's almost Christmas! So this is a different episode than normal for the "Run The Race" podcast, which subscribing to is the gift that keeps on giving. Songwriter/music engineer Justin Belew and I hung out in his full production recording studio, having fun while singing Christmas songs and telling stories for 90 minutes, to hopefully lift your spirits and glorify God!! You can sing along.
After nearly 20 years of full time music ministry, Justin built and operates Bibb City Sound in Columbus GA, home to 500 instruments and where we sang tunes you know...starting with (4:10) "Santa Claus is Coming to...2021-12-211h 27Run The Race#91: French Fries & Running 500+ Laps Around a Track, Through the PainHe's running circles around people...literally. This week's guest on "Run the Race" just ran 500+ laps at a track = more than 125 miles in 24 hours for a race in Georgia! We talk about nutrition (french fries), fighting through pain and injury, how he got into running, why he runs so far, balancing family and training, etc.
(6:11) Dane Talbert, a carpenter in the Columbus GA area, drove a few hours from home to compete in the Stinger 24 hour race, where he won 1st overall with his 129 miles (according to his Garmin watch). He describes the game plan for that race, how french...2021-12-1552 minRun The Race#90: He Got Sober & Lost 100 lbs, Credits Christ - Now Fights COVID & InjuriesFor our 90th episode, you'll hear the story of a man who fought drug and alcohol addiction for 30 years, overcome it with Jesus...then he was overweight, lost 100 pounds in 8 months...now helps others physically and spiritually through a ministry in Georgia. Hear inspiring stories like this by subscribing to "Run The Race"!
(5:35) Rob Morgan, HR & Family Services coordinator for Valley Rescue Mission in Columbus GA, was close to 300 pounds and talks about a breakthrough moment with his daughter at Six Flags that led to his weight loss journey. Hear how prayer and cutting out certain foods were keys to...2021-12-0953 minRun The Race#89: Boxing and Life the "Wright Way" Through the Holidays & at His GymThis former pro boxer, who has owned a gym for the last 7 years, showed me the ropes, in and out of the ring. On this episode of "Run The Race," he also has some advice of what you can do, in terms of workout and food, after Thanksgiving.
Speaking of that holiday, (2:15) I share what it was like to dress up like a turkey for a local "Beat the Bird 5K," then introduce this week's guest.
(8:10) Darrel Wright starts off talking about his journey from track star to the Army to boxing and now a personal trainer plus owner of...2021-11-2448 min
Run The Race#88: Christmas Lights to the Extreme...to Show the Light of the WorldClose to 500,000 lights! That's how many Jerry Ludy and his family have in their amazing display called the Ludy Christmas Lights Spectacular. He's our guest this week, on the "Run The Race" podcast that brings faith and fitness advice and inspiration that you can hear weekly if you subscribe to it.
After giving you a little taste of the movie "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation," (4:38) our chat with Jerry Ludy starts with his family's Christmas lights display kicking off on Thanksgiving night, with some additions and surprises. They're back after taking a year off during the COVID-19 pandemic.
(7:49) He talks about...2021-11-1741 minRun The Race#87: Can You Be a Servant & Leader? Here's How, Using God's Gifts in the WorkplaceWhy am I here in this world? Am I in the right job? How can I help others? Those are questions many of us have asked ourselves, tackled in this episode by our podcast guest Kelvin Redd, who's spoken in 35 states and is the only African-American author who's written 2 books about servant leadership.
(2:45) While we're talking about helping others, mental health is in the forefront these days. I start off with an appropriate song from Broadway play-turned-movie "Dear Evan Hansen" (yes, you'll hear me sing a little), then an intro of this week's expert.
(7:19) As one of the top leadership...2021-11-1153 minRun The Race#86: Running a Marathon Every Week? This Physician Enjoys It & Paces OthersOur guest this week - on a pod that you really should subscribe to - has taken it to the extreme, a 66-year-old psychiatrist who has run close to 530 marathons, almost all of those in the past decade.
Before we get to him, (2:15) there's the quick recap of my San Diego CA marathon experience, (5:33) and a lesson in losing faith that had the Atlanta Braves proving everyone wrong, being resilient and winning the World Series. And hear my version of "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" before that.
(9:40) Dr. Ken Fattman of Springfield MO has been a pacer for close...2021-11-0559 minRun The Race#85 World Series Edition: Former Astros All-Star Glenn Davis Talks Braves, Fitness, ServiceIn the middle of the World Series, our guest today on the podcast is former major league All-Star Glenn Davis, who played most of his pro baseball career with the Houston Astros. His former team is up against the Atlanta Braves to win the 2021 title. We talk about about this matchup plus fitness, faith and service to others on and off the baseball field. Make sure you subscribe to “Run The Race” to hear insight and inspiration on a weekly basis.
(5:10) Is Glenn Davis rooting for both teams? Being a city councilman for the last 19 years in Columbus GA, he is h...2021-10-291h 00Run The Race#84: Abortion Survivor Melissa Ohden Now Fights for Life, Called by GodWith abortion back in the headlines, this week's guest on the podcast is at the center of the pro life fight, having survived an abortion just 4 years after landmark decision Roe v. Wade allowed abortions. We tackle this polarizing issue on "Run The Race," which hopefully you subscribe to.
(5:48) Melissa Ohden is the survivor of a failed saline infusion abortion. She describes being in a toxic solution in her mother's womb for 5 days, living through that, then being adopted, only to find out at the age of 14 about the abortion attempt. (11:05) Faith intersects with this issue of abortion and Ohden...2021-10-2150 minRun The Race#83: She Started Running at Age 50, Motivates You To Go The Distance TooIt's never too late to get started. One example is this week's guest for "Run The Race," which you should subscribe to now. Pam Howe is an an accountant, run specialty store co-owner, and running coach who did not start running until age 50. And 8 years later, she's about to run her 15th marathon.
I met her at the finish line of the 3rd annual GA Run for the Fallen at the National Infantry Museum next to Fort Benning. After taking you inside that event, which is a team effort to run 164 miles in 2 1/2 days, (5:37) we open up the chat with...2021-10-0754 minRun The Race#82: Army Major is All About Fitness & Nutrition, Leads Free Boot CampsNeed some motivation to get fit...or get started with working out, eating better? This is the podcast for you, and we've got plenty of episodes focused on physical and spiritual health, so make sure to subscribe to "Run The Race."
(4:30) The guest this week is Major Dewayne Webb, who's been in the Army for 23 years. By day, he's a public affairs officers for the 1st Security Forces Assistance Brigade on Fort Benning. 3 nights a week, he leads a free boot camp at a local park, part of the non-profit he started years ago, All About Fitness, which has thousands...2021-09-2240 minRun The Race#81: Preaching Firefighter & Triathlete Has Ways You Can Save Lives TooHe's been a firefighter for 36 years, a pastor for decades too...and like you, remembers where he was on September 11, 2001: watching his fellow first responders give up their lives to save others. Make sure to Subscribe to this Run The Race podcast to hear motivating messages and extraordinary stories like his.
(5:25) Battalion Chief Mark Burnett for Columbus (GA)Fire &EMS opens up about the feelings of anger & pride on 9-11 as we just had the 20th anniversary. He's also an ordained minister with the Assemblies of God, answering questions about why God would "allow" such evil to happen. And how...2021-09-1549 minRun The Race#80: How Do We Pray? Addict Turned Evangelist Leads House of PrayerPrayer is something we can often skip or hurry through or don't know how to "correctly do it." Our guest for this week's episode describes it in an easy to understand way, and shares his excitement for "10 days of awe" happening now, including a Tent America event that starts this Friday 4pm going for 50 hours straight of worship, prayer, and more. You can hear inspiring guests talk about faith and fitness by subscribing to "Run The Race."
(2:00) After sharing some memories from September 11, 2001 including a poem I wrote 20 years ago, "God Help Us," (7:12) we hop into the chat with Brandon...2021-09-0859 minRun The Race#79: Coaching Runners and "Angels in Combat Boots" at Military AcademyMake sure to subscribe to this podcast to hear more inspiring stories and helpful advice related to fitness and faith. This week's guest is retired Army LTC Chuck Hunsaker, who wrote a new book called "Angels in Combat Boots" about his experiences as the coach of the very first women's cross country team at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.
(4:29) He talks about being part of history, with the integration of women in the military and across America, as he coached female soldier runners in the late 1970's. Some did not think women belonged at West Point or...2021-09-0149 minRun The Race#78: Christian Couple Coaches You From Trauma & Anxiety to Spirit & LifeThey've come a long way to now be coaching people to breakthroughs and freedom through Christ. This married couple joined me on the Run The Race podcast, which we hope you subscribe to, not just to hear me sing sometimes (at the end of this episode) but also inspiring stories and motivating advice about faith and fitness.
(5:45) Jonathan and Jessica Cronin are the co-founders of Spirit and Life International - where they take people who are overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, unfulfilled...and take them to confident, healed and thriving through a holistic Christ-centered approach. Jonathan starts by talking about his life...2021-08-261h 04Run The Race#77: MVP Quarterback Learns From Losing Arena Football Championship2021 National Arena League MVP Mason Espinosa joined us, just days after his Columbus (GA) Lions' heartbreaking loss in the championship game. To hear inspiring guests like him talk about fitness and faith, make sure to subscribe to "Run The Race."
After a brief introduction, (3:24) we dive into the chat with QB Mason Espinosa, first about that title game for his Columbus Lions, and how losing - in sports and life - can be a great teacher, for humility and improvements.
(9:59) In what was formerly the "Fast 4," we now have a "Tripod" of rapid fire questions. Mason gives us his weekly...2021-08-1947 minRun The Race#76: Shooting her way to Olympic GOLD, Army Officer Says Don't QuitShe just brought home a Gold medal from the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, and 1st Lt. Amber English stopped by to join me on the "Run The Race" podcast, which you should subscribe to for inspiring guests talking about fitness and/or faith.
(5:12) This logistics officer on Fort Benning and member of the U.S. Army Marksmanship team talks about beating the best in the world in skeet shooting, and under immense pressure. After breaking an Olympic record, she's now back home in East Alabama.
1st Lt. English opens up about losing her dad, a national champion shooter himself, 5 years ago...2021-08-1032 minRun The Race#75: Garrett Lee writes/sings Music to Connect With You and GodHe just released his latest album a month ago. Singer songwriter Garrett Lee, based in Georgia and Alabama, joins us for this podcast’s 75th episode - and towards the end of this one, I tell you about a contest to win his new cd “From the Ground Up” by simply writing a review for this pod on the “Run The Race” page for Apple Podcasts.
(3:27) Garrett, a church worship pastor too, plays a couple of tracks off his new album, one written for his now-4-year-old son and the other about remembering the foundation a marriage is built on. (13:40) He also op...2021-07-3054 min
Run The Race#74: Headed to the Olympics, USA Javelin Throwers Look HigherAs the Olympics begin, two members of Team USA joined me for this week's podcast, which we hope you subscribe to! Both of these Olympians are javelin throwers who have been training in Birmingham, Alabama. After my humming version of the Olympic theme song,, we get into our chats that will inspire and motivate you - as a fan and athlete and in your faith walk.
(5:25) 2 time Olympian and Texas A&M alum Maggie Malone just set a new U.S. women's javelin record with a throw of more than 221 feet! She talks about giving God the glory and how...2021-07-2246 minRun The Race#73: Shot 5 Times, Aaron is now a Running Servant for Jesus & Others6 years ago, Aaron Burros was shot 5 times in a workplace shooting. Now, dubbed the "running servant" by friends, he's taking on the challenge of running 50 marathons in 50 states in 50 weeks - to celebrate his 50th birthday, tell people about Jesus, and raise money for children battling cancer. Subscribe to the "Run The Race" podcast to hear extraordinary stories and advice from people like him.
After my introduction of our guest - who I met last month at the Hatfield McCoy marathon in WV & KY - (5:21) our chat starts with Aaron of Houston TX describing being shot by an intruder at...2021-07-161h 08Run The Race#72: Taking on Mental Health, Marriage, Alcoholism with a SINGLE STONEYour free therapy session begins now with a licensed professional counselor who has a lot of experience with helping students and couples who are hurting. He's this week's guest on a podcast that we hope you subscribe to - for weekly inspiration and entertainment! I start this one with a tribute to my wife on our wedding anniversary and some clues for "Stuck In My Head" before closing the episode with my singing rendition of that song that you may know.
(5:06) Jon Ebert, who now has a private practice in GA called Single Stone Counseling & Consulting Services, talks about how...2021-07-011h 03Run The Race#71: Mom of 6 Runs 200 Marathons! She Has Tips for Parents, RunnersShe just ran her 200th marathon. This 51-year-old mom of 6 is the latest guest on the Run The Race podcast, which we hope you subscribe to! After hearing me sing a WV favorite for the new segment "Stuck in My Head," (3:30) check out my brief race recap for the unique Hatfield McCoy Marathon in Kentucky and West Virginia, which included climbing 3600 feet of mountains/hills, my toughest road marathon and slowest so far.
(8:00) At that race, I met Michelle Walker of Indiana, who has 3 sons and 3 daughters, and has run a 26.2 mile race now 200 times in the last 15 years, completing...2021-06-2356 minRun The Race#70: Parenting & BEing the Church With This Father, Son (Both Pastors)As we celebrate Father's Day, my pair of guests this week is a dad and son, 2nd and 3rd generation pentecostal pastors in Georgia. We start with "Stuck in your Head," teaching you a song from my trip to Israel with these 2 men from a decade ago.
(4:38) Pastors Dennis and Brad Lacy, leaders at North Highland Assembly of God Church in Columbus GA, told some serious and funny stories. We first dive into the dynamic of being a father and son on church staff together, including the former "punk preacher's kid." (15:23) That Israel trip gave us all a new perspective...2021-06-171h 04Run The Race#69: Triathlon Coach Al Leads in War and on Cycling AdventuresLooking for some inspiration? Subscribe to this podcast. I have guests like the one this week: Alfonso "Al" Ahuja, who has completed multiple full Ironmans, plus a solo 277 mile bike ride across GA, has 2 masters degrees, and knows a lot about leadership, from a career of military and fitness. Wait until you hear me pronounce his last name,
He spent more than two decades in the Army - including as a battalion commander in the War in Iraq. Now, he's program manager in a multi-million dollar company that helps test equipment to save thousands of soldiers lives. This father of 2...2021-06-1153 minRun The Race#68: Soldiering Through Obstacles To Live With Purpose & FaithHe interviewed me on his podcast and now it was my turn to chat with him here. As we remember our military heroes in the wake of Memorial Day, this is an episode you don’t want to miss with active duty Army officer 2nd LT Deven Rodriguez who is also a motivational speaker, ultramarathon athlete, life & leadership coach. He has a lot to say about his experiences being bullied as a kid, overcoming challenges, running a 105 mile race, how his faith walk with God has evolved, leading others in the military, plus living life to the fullest and by pr...2021-06-011h 11Run The Race#67: Asian American Flees Cambodia, Takes Path to Wrestling & CyclingIf you haven't already, make sure to subscribe to this podcast to hear fascinating guests talk about issues surrounding fitness and faith. This episode features my longtime friend Heang Uy, who I attended high school and college with in NC, talking with me about some fun and also serious stuff like hate crimes, appropriate as we close out Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
(5:37)This high school teacher and wrestling coach - for the last 20 years - opens up about he and his family coming to America when he was less than 2 years old and escaping deadly violence in Cambodia...2021-05-2655 minRun The Race#66: Active 90-Yr-Old Motivates Others at Gym, Reveals Secrets to LifeI hope to be moving like him at his age. Energetic 90-year-old Eric Lynch talks to me about being fit, inspiring others to do the same at the gym, giving God the glory with a contagious faith, and his path from growing up overseas to a three decade career in the US Army.
(3:00) "If you don't move, you lose." Retired SGT MAJ Lynch says his 3 secrets to a successful, long life are: eat right, exercise, and pray to God. He talks about what he does at the gym, where he spends several hours every weekday and where much younger people...2021-05-1938 minRun The Race#65: Run Across Georgia Helps Mom Restore Homes for HeroesLooking for inspiration for your fitness & faith? Subscribe to this podcast. Do it. On the heels of Mother's Day, this week's guest is a mom of 4 who's day job is as executive director of House of Heroes, a non-profit helping to restore the homes of military veterans and families. One of their top fundraisers is the Run Across Georgia, which is back May 26-30, 2021! And it's not too late to register for it or create a team.
We start with some flashbacks from this podcast involving that epic running/cycling event: (2:20) I talk about participating twice in Run Across GA...2021-05-1150 minRun The Race#64: Go Around the World With Photographer Living The #VanLifeHave you seen the Best Picture Oscar winner Nomadland? My guest for this podcast episode, like in the movie, outfitted a van to be able to travel the country. I talk to Trey Walker about his #vanlife, being a pro photographer, hiking, traveling the world, how God inspires him to make every day count, making movies, and more. Before we get into that, I give you my quick take on Nomadland, and where true freedom is found.
(6:16) My young friend Trey starts us off with his minimalistic adventures, being happy with the little things...and how he converted an old...2021-05-031h 03Run The Race#62: Ultra Couple Takes On Cancer & Long Races (453 miles in a dome)Running a 100 mile race is hard, but both of my guests this week have done it well, and now they're in another race - one against cancer. I start this episode with a rapid recap of an event for which they are race directors that I took part in (2:40) called #onemileatatime, a 24 hour trail running event in Griffin Georgia where I lasted 8+ hours and ran my longest distance ever so far: 35 miles, some in the rain, burning 5000 calories.
(7:08) Kevin & Annie Randolph help lead Revolution Running, putting on around 10 races each year, including the latest one I mentioned above, where he...2021-04-151h 07Run The Race#61: Pro Wrestler Goes 40 Years In The Ring, Even Vs. a BearTo hear extraordinary and inspiring stories of faith and fitness (like fighting a bear), make sure to SUBSCRIBE to this podcast. Former wrestling icon, now gym owner Jerry Oates opens up about a lot as this week's guest.
I start off this wrestling-themed episode with (2:02) some thoughts on "wrestling with God," and (3:30) a quick recap of my latest marathon in the 14th state and my fastest 26.2 mile race yet.
(7:45) We start the chat with former pro wrestler Jerry Oates - who had more than 4,000 matches in 40 years - talking about his and tag team partner's experience wrestling a muzzled 450 lb...2021-04-0857 minRun The Race#60: Drill SGT-turned-Pastor on Hope for you & Black Lives MatterJust in time for Easter, our guest for the 60th episode of this podcast is a former Army drill sergeant who now leads a racially diverse church in Georgia. We talk about how all of us can bridge the racial divide, the meaning of the upcoming holiday, this pastor's Vegan lifestyle and how he takes care of his body, lessons learned from 20 years in the military, and more. After a quick overview of (2:43) a recent hiking adventure with my son, and how much Jesus walked on a daily basis, we get into the chat.
(5:40) Pastor Derrick Shields, of Christ Community...2021-04-0153 minRun The Race#59: Women's Marathon USA Champ-now-Coach Helps Runners SmileAs we talk fitness and faith on a regular basis, make sure to subscribe to this podcast, to hear fascinating guests like professional runner and coach Esther Erb Atkins! On this episode, we talk about her "smiler" reputation, having in-person races amidst COVID-19, her 2:33 marathon finish and championships, injury prevention, performance anxiety, the race she's organized that I'm running this weekend, and more.
I start with a quick update on ultra ultra runner Brandon Lott (he was on episode #56) who has now finished his second ITI 350 miler, a race that took him 10+ days in snowy Alaska.
(6:07) Our chat with McKirdy...2021-03-181h 02Run The Race#58: Movie Star and Filmmaker Deliver Faith on the Big ScreenThis is a 2-for-1 episode, as we chat with the star of a new faith-based movie T.C. Stallings, a former pro football player who's now been in more than 20 films, plus Ty Manns, the writer/executive producer of that film "My Brother's Keeper" which hits select theaters Friday, March 19. Want inspiration when it comes to your fitness and/or faith? Subscribe to this podcast!
With this double feature, you also get some previews of "coming attractions": (1:15) some of the trailer of that new military story for the big screen and (2:16) a brief interview with next week's podcast guest, elite...2021-03-101h 07Run The Race#57: From Cocaine to Christ to Jail ChaplainThis is one of the best interviews I've had the honor to do so far as the host of this podcast. It's a powerful story of tragedy and hope from a now jail chaplain, almost 70 years old, about his 3 decades of drug addiction, overcoming it by the power of God, and now helping other addicts and homeless like he was.
After a brief introduction and talking about logging more running miles than ever (but I'm not addicted to running), we start the chat (5:23) with Chaplain Neil Richardson. He describes what he went through overcoming 30 years of cocaine addiction when he...2021-03-0454 minRun The Race#56: Pushing Through a Snowy 350 Mile RaceWant to hear more stories to inspire and motivate you in your fitness and faith paths? Make sure to subscribe to this podcast. This week's guest is a blueberry farmer and ultrarunner in Washington state who is about to start a 350-mile race in Alaska, on the same path as the Iditarod! Wow.
After I share some thoughts on joy in the midst of suffering and why someone would run a 100 mile race, (6:34) we get into the conversation with Brandon Lott, a father of 4 and grandfather of 4 who has an impressive athletic resume: he's run at least 35 races of 100 miles...2021-02-2452 minRun The Race#55: Singing Soldier Survives COVID With Music & GodCOVID-19 almost killed him. My guest this week is an Army veteran and physical therapist who had a horrifying bout with coronavirus last summer. Tim Maggart describes how he found healing through his faith in God and his music, as a singer songwriter.
After a brief personal observation on how music impacts our fitness activity and hearing part of Maggart's new song "You Are Mine," (5:48) my chat with our guest starts with that song, crying out to God during the pandemic and just weeks before he came down with COVID. He talks about how the virus put him in the...2021-02-1742 minRun The Race#54: Discovering Romance & Motivation Through Team RWBWith Valentine's Day just around the corner, we hope you love this podcast and subscribe to it. Rate and review us on Apple or wherever. This week, we have a love story from a pair of runners, an Army vet-turned first responder and a pharmacist on a military installation, who got engaged as she finished a half marathon. One of them has also run a 100 miler, while the other is a half Ironman finisher.
We first give you some insight into a non-profit called Team RWB, which supports military veterans across the nation. (3:51) Our guests on this episode are a...2021-02-1159 minRun The Race#53: Helping Children Sleep In Heavenly PeaceWe just recently hit 10,000 plays overall for this podcast, so thank you for your support! This episode is focused on serving others and God, going the extra mile, taking on fitness goals or other big challenges for causes. My guest, you might say, is all that and a bag of chips, because he's on a bunch of Lay's potato chips bags because of kindness and love he shows to others.
(6:31) Luke Mickelson, recently named a CNN hero, is the founder and director of a non-profit called Sleep In Heavenly Peace, the name coming from the famous lyric in the Christmas...2021-01-2840 minRun The Race#52: War Sole Survivor Tells the Story of "Three Wise Men"As America goes through major transitions, a military hero and his co-author are telling a story of family, faith, brotherhood, and sacrifice. Their book "Three Wise Men" just came out.
(5:50) Retired Marine Sgt. Beau Wise and Author Tom Sileo, a former WTVM co-worker, joined me via Zoom for a conversation about the book. It's about Beau losing his 2 brothers in battle, a Navy Seal and Army Green Beret, and how he got the designation of "sole survivor" - the only known American service person to be pulled from combat duty during the nearly 2-decade-long War in Afghanistan, drawing comparisons to "...2021-01-2048 minRun The Race#51: Former Teammate of Michael Jordan Wants You on his Workout Team"Sly Fox" played alongside Michael Jordan on one of the best teams ever. On this episode, I go 1-on-1 with Orangetheory Fitness Franchisee/Partner Abdul Fox to talk about lessons learned through basketball, motivation to get in the gym as we kick off this New Year, his coaching, and much more.
Hope you subscribe to the Run The Race podcast. I start this one with an interesting history of basketball, including some of my fondest memories of my favorite sport including meeting MJ.
(6:43) My conversation with Coach Abdul Fox starts with the former basketball star's connections to Michael Jordan, as...2021-01-1450 minRun The Race#50: Fitness Boost & Faith Walks to Kick Off 2021 (Best Of)2021 is finally here! Kick off the new year by making sure you subscribe to the Run The Race podcast for weekly inspiration related to fitness and/or faith. This 1st episode of the new year is our 50th, so it's a BEST OF, with some brief but great motivation from 22 of my previous guests. I start with response to protestors storming the US Capitol, as we pray for our nation, then we get into (5:10) the origins of this podcast.
(7:12) Military spouse and yoga instructor Charlotte Gallagher talks about her solo bicycle ride across America.
(8:54) 1st Lt. Haley Johnson is an...2021-01-0759 minRun The Race#47: Actress, Director For New Holiday Movie Discuss Faith in Tough TimesHappy Thanksgiving! And we have a "double feature" on this episode of the weekly podcast, which focuses on fitness and/or faith. Our two guests are movie actress Erin Bethea (known best for her role in "Fireproof") and the writer/director of their new film "Miracle on Christmas," Thomas Bonifield.
After a sneak peak of the holiday movie and introducing the pair, (7:02) our discussion starts with what the uplifting film is all about, like a Hallmark movie with an edge - about a mom and wife struggling with her faith then getting help with a unique and surprise visitor. (9:45) We...2020-11-2633 minRun The Race#46: Comedian & Cancer Survivor Does Voices, Gives God the GloryIf you haven't yet, please subscribe to this Run The Race podcast, where we talk on a regular basis about fitness and faith. This week's guest is a standup comedian who gives us a wide variety of impressions, showing how laughter is great medicine in crisis or whenever. Sam Beman - who's also a deejay, talk show host, and father of 5 - talks about being a cancer survivor and how God used him to bring joy to other cancer patients in his darkest days.
After my intro, (5:14) the chat with Sam kicks off with some of his voices: Mickey Mouse...2020-11-1859 minRun The Race#45: Walking America to Save the Lives of Military VeteransIt's been one year now since we started the RUN THE RACE podcast, which we hope you subscribe to. This episode comes out on Veterans Day and my guest is a retired Army tank commander who walked more than 1800 miles across the country and is now on a 601 mile walk in the Southeastern U.S., to raise awareness and money for military issues like PTSD and veteran suicides.
(4:29) Master Sgt. (Ret) Jimmy Mathews and I talk about the "Buddy Watch Walk," how his body is holding up with all that walking, war stories about leaning on faith during his 25-year...2020-11-1148 minRun The Race#44: Out of Prison, He Lost 150 lbs & Opened a Gym to Help You Get 4.0 FitA few days out from the election, we're still talking faith and fitness but also talking voting with a convicted felon who is now a 1st time voter. Terrence "Coach T Flow" Flowers talks about going to prison at least twice for a shooting and drug dealing, then turning his life around as a personal trainer, videographer, father and now opening his own gym 4.0 Fitness in South Columbus GA. We talk about him losing 150 pounds (he started at 325), his criminal past, overcoming obstacles, and this coach's Pillars to be "4.0 fit."
Thanks for listening! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast...2020-10-3045 minRun The Race#43: War Veteran Gets You Ready for the End TimesAre you interested in issues of fitness and/or faith? Subscribe to this podcast. We talk to experts and people with extraordinary stories, like this week's guest: author and decorated war veteran and biblical prophecies scholar Chaplain David Giammona (Ret. COL U.S. Army). He's talking about his new book "The Military Guide to Armageddon: Battle-Tested Strategies to Prepare Your Life and Soul for the End Times." We discuss the COVID-19 pandemic, what's next for our World and what Christians need to do, his experiences in a 32 year Army career including getting shot at while on a run in Iraq...2020-10-2549 minRun The Race#42: Helping You Prevent Injuries as We Run DIZ WorldWhether you're focused on your faith, a new or experienced runner, or getting fit in other ways, I hope you'll subscribe to this podcast. The guest this week is someone that will inspire you to "Take The Next Step" and "Be Ready on Race Day" - the title of his book.
I just recently competed in an in-person running relay, but as you know, I'm also part of a 12-16 month virtual event called CRAW (Circumpolar Race Around the World). Our 10 person team "We Run Diz World" includes the man who I'm chatting with for this episode, the host of...2020-10-1556 minRun The Race#41: Urban Leader & Author Brings The Gospel to The HoodYou remember the movie "Boyz N The Hood" but what about the Gospel in the hood? That's what this week's guest on the Run The Race podcast is focused on. I introduce him as an urban missionary and explain what that is.
(4:48) Baron Elias Klaif is an author, leader and evangelist in West Georgia, the founder and director of a ministry/movement called Block Huggers. We start with a serious topic: racial unrest, tension with police, plus what Christians can and should do about all the division or "beef" as he calls it. Hospitality and compassion, like Jesus showed us...2020-10-0848 minRun The Race#40: Yoga Instructor Bikes 3,000 Miles Across USAWe've reached the 40th episode of the Run The Race podcast, and hope you subscribe to it, if you haven't already. Our special guest this week is a yoga instructor and military spouse who is back home in Georgia after a 3,018 mile, 82 day bike ride across America!
After I introduce her - and talk briefly about completing my first 50K alongside friends in Alabama - (5:33) you'll hear a great chat with Charlotte Gallagher, first about her solo bicycle journey from Portland, Oregon back to Columbus GA, raising more than $3,000 for several causes. She hopes this inspires you, others to go...2020-09-3052 minRun The Race#39: Ultrarunner & Pastor Takes On a 24 Hour ChallengeStaying awake for 24 hours is hard enough, but this youth pastor ran and walked for that long. After I talk about the value of supporting causes with your running or other challenges, we dive into our discussion with the latest guest on the Run The Race podcast.
(5:32) Adam Churchwell is a former teacher and karate school owner, now student pastor of a megachurch in Georgia. He and a friend recently completed a challenge of 70 miles, running and walking, over a 24 mile time span, all on a 1/4 mile trail at their church. He talks about the epic challenge, what they ate...2020-09-2345 minRun The Race#38: Karate Sensei, Former Atheist on Finding Balance with Martial Arts & GodWax on, Wax off! Have you seen the "Cobra Kai" series on Netflix? I talk a little about the reboot of the classic movie The Karate Kid (1984) and my son's black belt, but my guest for this episode is a real-life martial arts sensei who also happened to be my former news director - part of his 41 years in journalism, mostly TV. Make sure to Subscribe to the Run The Race podcast to hear inspiring stories and sound advice like his on fitness and faith.
(6:28) Mark McGee, who grew up in church, is the co-founder and senior instructor for Grace...2020-09-1755 minRun The Race#37: Drafted by NFL & MLB, He Now Tackles Sports TalkAre you ready for some football? After introducing my special guest - one of the few people to be drafted by both pro baseball and the NFL - I compare how we root for underdogs in sports to the classic Bible story of David & Goliath.
(5:20) My chat with football star turned broadcaster DJ Jones starts with his take on the recent racial unrest and police shootings that prompted boycotts in some pro sports and protests around the nation. He discusses how athletes are treated one way on the field or court, but another off it when they are not entertaining...2020-09-0943 minRun The Race#36: Running Across TN + GA with Lazarus Lake, John TeeplesWe have a double feature of elite athletes in this episode. Please subscribe to Run the Race to hear guests talk weekly about fitness and faith.
This week, we have iconic race director Lazarus Lake for a part 2 interview, since I talked to him last May. We discuss the journey of thousands of runners in the "Great Virtual Race Across Tennessee." And now there's a new worldwide running adventure. I also talk extensively to John Teeples, one of the few to compete in Lazarus' Barkley Marathons along with many other 100 mile races and running across Georgia solo 10 times. Both have...2020-08-281h 08Run The Race#35: Bodybuilder & Reality TV Titan Breaks the MoldShe's a Titan! Our guest on the podcast is a champion on the Titan Games reality TV competition. Army nurse and soon-to-be-mom 1st Lt. Haley Johnson talks about her experience on the show, being a competitive bodybuilder, breaking the mold for women, growing up low income, fitness tips, and being a health care worker during the COVID-19 pandemic. Subscribe to Run The Race to hear more fascinating interviews.
After I talk a little about my previous Spartan Race experience, with 23 obstacles, (4:40) I talk to 1st Lt. Haley Johnson about recently defending her title on the Titan Games, hosted by Dwayne "...2020-08-2040 minRun The Race#34: Black Hawk Down Leads to Army Ranger's Higher CallingSubscribed to the Run The Race podcast yet? Every week, you'll get to hear fascinating guests like the one this week: Pastor Jeff Struecker, a former Ranger and Army Chaplain who's been on numerous tours to Iraq, Afghanistan and other places like Somalia where he fought in the famous battle at Mogadishu depicted in the movie "Black Hawk Down." He talks a lot about that conflict and how it led to a call to ministry.
(6:30) Struecker also chats with me about the intense fitness he had to do to win the Best Ranger competition (almost a decade after he started...2020-08-1249 minRun The Race#33: Big Lee Uses Comedy & Hunting to Spread The GospelWhat a great conversation with Pastor "Big Lee" McBride - a friend, pastor, comedian, evangelist, avid hunter and fisherman, podcast host, dedicated husband and father who's helped lead thousands of men to Christ. Before we get into our fun conversation, I talk about a new plan to read the Bible for one hour per day, then I introduce my guest.
(6:27)Pastor Lee McBride loves to tell stories. The Georgia native, who lives in central Alabama now, starts with a unique outdoor preaching opportunity he just had at "Two Tree Island." Then, he answers some rapid fire questions about his family...2020-07-3155 minRun The Race#32: "Buddy The Drunk" Turns Into a Runner & Gym ManagerMake sure to subscribe to this podcast to hear great conversations with fascinating people like this former alcoholic who turned his life around thanks to running, the Bible, and fitness.
(1:30) After my recap of finishing my first ever ultramarathon in extreme heat, which I survived (barely), (6:54) I chat with personal trainer, running coach, and no gym manager Buddy Dutoit who talks about motivation to go to the gym...how a training client helped lead him to Christ...how alcoholism ruined his life...the healing recovery thanks to faith and fitness...how his running journey started with a bet...plus having...2020-07-2438 minRun The Race#31: Baseball is Back! Former MLB Pitcher Helps Us Get Fit & Have FunAfter some advice on running for beginners, I introduce our guest for this week: Former MLB pitcher Kevin Jepsen. (6:42) He talks about the state of baseball and the changes due to COVID-19, as the shortened 60-game season is set to finally start later this month.
Jepsen also discusses his career (2008-2018) as a pro baseball player, coming out of the bullpen for the Angels, Twins, Rays, and Rangers, What are the fitness routines for professional athletes? We chat about staying fit on and off the field, giving motivation to all of us, no matter how athletic we are.
Jepsen and...2020-07-1147 minRun The Race#30: From Jamaica to Jesus to USA CitizenOn the 4th of July week, this Run The Race podcast episode includes an in-depth conversation with an inspirational man who just became an American citizen 2 years ago. Jamaican native and father of five Pastor Jay Bailey, who leads my church and is my brother-in-law, talks about: his call to the ministry while playing tennis at UGA, preaching in the pandemic, CrossFit, cycling across Africa, Israel, race relations, a challenge for Christians, and more.
(2:20) I start by celebrating my 20th wedding anniversary, singing a song (hold your ears) for my wife Shana. Then, I introduce our guest and (5:31) start the...2020-07-0151 minRun The Race#29: Sportscaster/Coach/Dad Mark Immelman on Golf, God, FitnessGolf is back! PGA broadcaster Mark Immelman takes a break from his duties at the RBC Heritage in Hilton Head SC, alongside the greatest golfers in the world, to join us on the Run The Race podcast to discuss his golf journey that started in South Africa, changes for the game because of COVID-19, his faith in God, and being a dad - with Father's Day coming up.
The former pro golfer-now coach and Columbus State University Director of Golf (6:24) first talks about the "new normal" for golf and the PGA, post-pandemic. (10:01) Then, we get to know him with our "...2020-06-1849 minRun The Race#28: Married Nutrition Experts Help You Lose Weight, Post-QuarantineMake sure to subscribe to this weekly podcast on fitness and faith, to hear more motivational chats like this one with a married couple who have teamed up as wellness consultants to help you meet your health goals, especially heading into summer as people want those "beach bodies."
I start this episode looking at some thoughts on the Christian response to racial injustice and protests happening, from former NFL coach-turned analyst Tony Dungy.
Then we get to know Dayton & Karen Preston, who just celebrated their 21st wedding anniversary, (7:30) The leaders of Preston Wellness Co. talk about how the COVID-19 quarantine...2020-06-1150 minRun The Race#27: Black Pastor & Former NFL Player Talks Protests, PandemicAmid racial unrest and protests around the nation, following the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police officers, we talk to Bishop Michael Grant Jr. about faith, anger, and communication. We also talk about his stint in the NFL and what church has been like during the COVID-19 pandemic.
I start (2:45) with some personal thoughts on racial injustices happening in our world today, then introduce our guest for the 27th episode of the Run the Race podcast: Michael Grant Jr. is Senior Pastor at Faith Worship Center in Columbus GA and CEO of Michael Grant Ministries International...2020-06-0548 minRun The Race#26: Iconic Race Dir. Lazarus Lake Goes Virtual for Runners & WalkersWe have a treat for you on this episode of the Run The Race podcast, which we hope you subscribe to. Our guest is a legend in the running world, Gary Cantrell aka Lazarus Lake, the mastermind behind The Barkley Marathons, known as the toughest road race in the world. Now, he's helped create a race during the pandemic that's drawn almost 20,000 participants: The Great Virtual Race Across Tennessee.
I open up the podcast (1:29) talking about those two events, then some advice I gave a co-worker (4:20) for people that are new to running, hoping to avoid injuries.
(5:40) We start our...2020-05-2852 minRun The Race#24: Former Soldier Gets Honest About Racism, Running & ChristWe tackle a serious topic in portions of this podcast episode - talking about the Ahmaud Arbery shooting death in Georgia. Our guest is an African-American entrepreneur, mother, and runner who talks openly about racism, her faith in God, and experiences as a black runner. We also talk plenty about fitness, how she's inspiring others, and her military deployment to a war zone.
After my introduction (00:55) about the Arbery murder from 2/23 and the recent 2.23 mile run to remember him on what would've been the jogger's 26th birthday, (5:10) we get to know our guest.
(7:52) Patrice Riley, 39, gets honest on the "Run...2020-05-1550 minRun The Race#23: No Sports, but Coach Still Teaches Faith, Family, FootballSubscribe to this podcast so you can be alerted to conversations like this one with 3-time champion arena league football coach Jason Gibson, who also was a star wide receiver in college football and the CFL. He talks about being off the field during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Before introducing our guest for this week's episode of Run The Race, (1:25) I talk about signing up for The Great Virtual Race Across Tennessee. More than 18,000+ around the world are taking part in an event organized by "Laz." The challenge: run or walk 632 miles over the next 4 months. Let's do this!
(5:14) We start...2020-05-0739 minRun The Race#22: Doctor Fighting COVID-19 is Focused on Jesus & the PoorYou don't want to miss my chat with Dr. Grant Scarborough, who took off his haz mat gear and took a break from treating coronavirus patients to be on the "Run The Race" podcast. He leads a ministry called MercyMed, which I recently helped raise money for.
I start the episode (2:35) with how my COVID-19 Miles For Hope run went. It was 150 loops around WTVM (where I work), captured on 4 cameras for Facebook Live, garnering $7,000 in donations so far to help the non-profit clinic to test and treat for the coronavirus. You can still give to this great cause at...2020-04-2341 minRun The Race#21: She Runs Marathons While Social Distancing & Anchoring the NewsMake sure to subscribe to the Run The Race podcast. Our guest this week is a TV news anchor/reporter in Birmingham AL who has run a marathon for 17 months in a row, including a special #KeepYourDistance one recently for her birthday. She also talks with us about having God at the center, and what it's like for the media during this coronavirus pandemic.
(2:30) I start our 21st episode with my plans for the COVID-19 Miles For Hope, scheduled for this Monday morning. I'll be running 19 miles solo (proper social distancing) and raising money for MercyMed of Columbus, a non-profit...2020-04-1737 minRun The Race#20 Fasting With Only Water, during the COVID-19 CrisisHe started it before the coronavirus pandemic made headlines in America, and this week's guest just completed a 37-day strict water fast, losing 50 pounds and laser focused on Jesus.
I kick off episode #20 of the Run The Race podcast with a few thoughts on Easter during the COVID-19 outbreak, fasting as a Christian tradition, and Good Friday representing Jesus on the Cross.
(6:32) We start by getting to know Tre Rager - a database administrator and evangelist and new dad. (8:45) Then we dig into what he just went through without food for 5 weeks, only water with electrolytes. Why try to do...2020-04-0945 minRun The Race#19 Finding Joy & Peace in the Pandemic (Dancing too)Tired of constant news about the coronavirus pandemic? We talked to a pastor who has a new viral video of he and his wife dancing, while stuck at home - something to make you smile! He talks about the silver lining, God's peace, and church alternatives during this health crisis. We also discuss his journey as a Jewish man to Christianity.
I start with giving some of my thoughts on COVID-19, some interesting quarantine observances, how it's changing our prayer life and fitness routines, what you can do while not at work or school.
(6:39) Our chat with Pastor Ed Grifenhagen...2020-03-2647 minRun The Race#18: Coronavirus and Your Gyms, Churches, Sports (w/ Darryl Strawberry + other guests)Baseball legend and cancer survivor Darryl Strawberry is one of our guests in this special episode focused on the coronavirus pandemic. Subscribe to the Run The Race podcast and catch up on some fascinating interviews, while you are stuck at home during these difficult times.
Gyms and schools and businesses have closed. So many events (like my Big Sur Marathon) have been canceled or postponed. What now? I start with a look at the impact of COVID-19 on the fitness and faith aspects of our lives, with an inspirational message to stay strong in the face of this crisis. (5:50) We...2020-03-2032 minRun The Race#17 How to Battle Anxiety or Depression (and Fears of Coronavirus)Feeling anxious about anything? Maybe the coronavirus pandemic? We’re talking about anxiety and depression on this episode of the Run The Race podcast with nationally certified and licensed professional counselor Christy Hubbard.
Before that conversation, (2:00) I talk about anxiety vs. anxiety disorders, including a testimonial from a 25-year-old friend with mental health struggles.
(5:20) Christy Hubbard, who has a private practice in Columbus GA, specializes in helping couples, mothers, and children, also specializing in maternal mental-health. We start our chat with the growing fears worldwide over the deadly coronavirus and how to handle that anxiety.
We then focus on depression an...2020-03-1234 minRun The Race#16: Bringing the BOOM BOOM in hockey and lifeYou will love our guest on this week's episode, whether you are hockey fan or know nothing about the sport. After I talk briefly about fighting the good fight of faith, Coach Jerome "Boom Boom" Bechard discusses his hockey career (including a stint with Wayne Gretzky), the role of fighting and spiritual faith in the sport, and how this former pro hockey player defines true success.
We start our Run The Race podcast chat (4:20) with how he got some famous nicknames as a no teeth, long-haired, aggressive hockey player. He also talks about (6:25) his regimen now for fitness and faith...2020-03-0540 minRun The Race#15 Former Heroin Addict Finds New Life with God, Running, AfricaGo now and subscribe to the Run The Race podcast! Our guest for this episode is former drug addict turned evangelist Andrew Chalmers. He almost died from an overdose but God turned his life around and he now leads non-profit ministry Take The City. We also talk about some fitness adventures, advice for families, and traveling the world to places like Africa and Israel.
After an introduction about getting out of your comfort zone and what I thought about Africa, (4:21) Andrew answers the “Fast Four” rapid fire questions, then he tells his story (7:15) about hitting rock bottom, losing everything as a dr...2020-02-2850 minRun The Race#14: Love and Running Lessons from a Married CoupleI just celebrated my 44th birthday and Valentine's Day! Now, I get to share some love with you on this 14th episode of the Run the Race podcast, which you should subscribe to.
Appropriate for #ValentinesDay, our guests this week are Reggie & Carolee Luther (5:00) who have been married for 30 years and have been avid runners for even longer. She is the president of local running club Columbus Roadrunners and a nurse manager. He owns several businesses, including running store Big Dog Fleet Feet.
(6:45) We start with how they met, how they started running, if they still love to run and...2020-02-1539 minRun The Race#13 CrossFit and a Former Soldier's Second ChanceCrossFit has become very popular, but does it really work? On this lucky 13th episode of the Run The Race podcast, we get some insight (6:00) from a CrossFit gym owner in Alabama.
(7:30) Elliott Quinones starts by talking about being overweight while in the Army, what it was like on his 3 combat deployments to Afghanistan, why he received the Army Commendation Medal with Valor, and life after the military.
(13:40) The former Staff Sgt. describes what CrossFit is and he has a message for those intimidated by these kinds of workouts. (17:20) He also opens up with me about transitioning from the Army...2020-02-0546 min
Run The Race#12: From Alabama Football to Mayor, with a Foundation of FaithAfter the tragic death of basketball legend Kobe Bryant, (2:15) we start with his legacy, amazing work ethic in the NBA, and wisdom for life. (6:05) Our guest for this episode also talks about Kobe, from the perspective of another former pro athlete, recounting how the Lakers superstar talked to the Alabama football team in 2018.
(8:45) From walk-on to linebacker for the University of Alabama under Coach Paul "Bear" Bryant to the Canadian Football League (CFL), Eddie Lowe discusses his football days, including how race came into play for him in college football (1 of 2 black players that stayed on the Univ. of Tennessee...2020-01-2942 min
Run The Race#11: SLAM or Sweat Like a Mother (or Father)I start this one briefly talking about (3:15) Yoga for injury prevention and the need for flexibility, in fitness and faith. The guest for this episode of the podcast - which I hope you'll subscribe to - is Stroller Strong Moms owner and instructor Rebecca Paul!
(5:55) We start our interview talking about what this mom of 3 does at home and work, staying physically fit and giving it to God. (8:55) Then, Rebecca gives us a breakdown of Stroller Strong Moms, where she and many other moms of all ages SLAM (sweat like a mother) in Columbus GA, 1 of 34 locations around the USA...2020-01-2241 min
Run The Race#10: Making Time for Church, Fitness, Family and TechnologyTake a minute and subscribe to this weekly podcast. In this episodie, we're talking about some high-tech ways to strengthen your faith and physically stay in shape, including the 7 minute workout. Then, we turn to (5:20) my conversation with business-savvy, workout-loving Pastor Quin Hardnett, a former Army reservist from Georgia who admits to running from the call into ministry at first.
(8:25) Pastor Quin also talks about being disciplined in regards to going to the gym, his experiences running track and in the military. (10:23) We also discuss the effective use of technology, smartphone apps, social media by churches, and for fitness.
He's...2020-01-1531 min
Run The Race#9: Dad Discusses Foster Adopting 5 Kids, Nutrition, Prayer & RunningWelcome to 2020! Start the new year off right by subscribing to this podcast. After recapping running adventures from 2019 and giving shout-outs for your goals in the New Year, I have a treat for you.
(6:43) My guest for this podcast episode is Jimmy Davis, a good friend I've run with for nearly 5 years now, including 5 marathons together. (9:50) He talks about how he got started running, how anyone can do it, (12:03) then Jimmy discusses how he and his wife foster adopted 5 children/siblings all at the same time. Wow! You will hear how faith and prayer played a big role in that...2020-01-0844 min
Run The Race#8: Star Wars Faith, Jedi Fitness, and the Christmas StoryNO SPOILERS, but I sat down with Star Wars superfan Derek Kinkade (WTVM chief meteorologist) to do our own version of the famous theme music, then we talk about (2:45) the latest movie "The Rise of Skywalker" (again, #nospoilers) along with spiritual symbolism for THE FORCE - on the big screen, especially with Luke, and for our beliefs in real life.
(9:00) We also dive into the rise and fall of Anakin Skywalker aka Darth Vader (the original chosen one in these films). Derek and I discuss sacrifices made in these movies (14:30) plus the parallels of Star Wars with the Christian faith...2019-12-2439 min
Run The Race#7: Actor & Filmmaker Alex Kendrick on Overcomer, Faith & Sports in MoviesMake sure to subscribe to the podcast and write a short review. I talked with two special guests for this episode, both stars of the hit film "Overcomer." After I talk briefly about taking a break from fitness over the holidays, we go to the interviews.
(5:35) Alex Kendrick - actor, director, co-writer for the Georgia-based Kendrick Brothers movies - talked to us about starring in and directing their latest film "Overcomer" just out on DVD and Blu-ray. He tells the story behind their 6th movie and reaction to it worldwide.
With this podcast and the movie being focused on fitness...2019-12-1845 min
Run The Race#6: Coach Says Go for Big Goals, Discusses Her 254 Mile Record RunThe theme of this 6th episode is physical and spiritual endurance, to dream big and chase the impossible. That may include ultra marathons and similar running events that are growing in popularity.
(5:40 mark) This week's guest is Kena Yutz, owner of Project 42 Running. She coaches athletes from all over the United States. This preacher's daughter from SC has completed multiple 100 mile races. (7:25) She discusses how she got started running at age 39, and the importance of slowly progressing with proper training.
At one time, (14:15) Kena held the women's record for running 254 miles in 72 hours. Wow! She tells me what that was...2019-12-1143 min
Run The Race#5: Traveling the World and Holiday Stress, from a Pastor's PerspectiveThis episode is focused on living life to the fullest and how to stay active, calm over the holidays. I start by discussing (3:30 mark) my experiences on mission trips overseas, including Haiti and Africa.
(6:30) Then, we turn to an interview with Pastor Chuck Hasty who has led churches for more than 25 years, now at Grace Presbyterian in Columbus GA. He talks about faith, home life, how he got started running and (9:30) how to live out the mantra "Hallelujah, I've got one more day."
Pastor Chuck (11:35) has also climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa at 19,341 feet, and Mt. Fuji...2019-12-0448 min
Run The Race#4: Triathlete Brought Back to Life Discusses 100 lb Weight Loss JourneyWhat are you THANKFUL for? I discuss that, around holidays like Thanksgiving, then our interview with Steve Crooks.
I met him on a recent flight and his story will amaze you. (6:00 mark) Steve talks about a health crisis and accident earlier this year that caused his heart to stop for 15 minutes, putting him in a coma for several days. (11:30) Doctors called him "Miracle Man" and he has a new perspective on life, making changes and saying "Race day is about being vulnerable...so is life."
(16:15) The triathlete and now ultramarathoner discusses being 280 pounds, his turning point, first time to the...2019-11-2737 min
Run The Race#3: Bodybuilder Newlyweds Coaching Others to Meet Fitness GoalsOur guests are two bodybuilders and personal trainers who met through fitness and got married this year. Loren Fuller is a retired Army Captain turned fitness guru, on the verge of being a pro bodybuilder, and his wife Cathy Fuller is a master instructor at Max Fitness Elite, a gym in Columbus GA.
I start podcast #3 with quick stories about 2 inspiring friends who attempted huge fitness goals. Then, in the interview with the Fullers, they talk about their personal journeys of fitness and faith, (7:30 mark) daily eating and fitness routines.
(11:10) Loren opened up about his transition from the military to...2019-11-2047 min
Run The Race#2: Ironman & Cancer Survivor Talks Fitness at 70, God's grace & Soldier MarathonOur first guest for this podcast is longtime Solder Marathon Director Cecil Cheves, a cancer survivor who has completed 15 full Ironman events. He’s an inspiring and fit 70-year-old who wants to honor God.
This military-themed episode starts with highlights of running the very rainy Marine Corps Marathon, then Cecil Cheves shares interesting stories about (9:45) how he got started running in his 40s, (16:00) his battle with prostate cancer, plus how he stays fit at age 70 after battling injuries.
Cecil also talks extensively (20:30) about victories and struggles with his faith, along with tools for anyone to be physically active. It was fa...2019-11-1358 min
Run The Race#1: Motivation To Get In Shape, Physically and SpirituallyGet ready to be motivated and inspired to improve on your fitness and faith walk. Do you want to lose weight? Grow closer to God? Get stronger physically, mentally and spiritually? On this new RUN THE RACE podcast, we’ll focus on how to get started and how to challenge ourselves in all these things.
On this first episode, you’ll hear me get personal, with lessons learned as a veteran TV news anchor, husband and father, avid marathon runner and church builder.
(12:00 mark) Listen to find out how I got started with running and working out. Along the way, ther...2019-11-0250 min