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Running partners, turned close friends, Lindsey and Andrea share their running experience from two different perspectives. Lindsey, an avid runner in her mid 30s, is a local high school track and cross country coach, and has a passion for nutrition and technical aspects of the sport. Andrea, a mom of three teen athletes, is approaching her 50s, enjoys running and endurance sports even though her body is starting to object a bit more vehemently. Join them as they talk about running, food, local legends and every day athletes of Northern Maine.
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Send us a text In this episode we chat with Bangor High School legend, Daniel McCarthy. He is currently a senior at Georgetown University. The McCarthy family has 3 children, all of whom ran for Bangor High. Dan is a powerhouse runner once in high school and now in college. He provides insight of how to manage running at an elite level through several injuries, he is really a gem. Another great shakeout with one of our favorite Bangor graduates!
Send us a text Jennifer Britz is, simply put, a badass. She’s the 2022 world snow shoe champion, multiple ultra trail running podium finisher, MDI XC coach, mom of three — and uses the mountains of Acadia as her training ground. For perspective, she climbs, on average, 750,000 ft per year — just from her trail runs. She also holds the fastest known time (FKT) for the Acadia Round, which is a 35 mile trail run over every peak in Acadia. Jenn will make you want to ditch work, throw on your runn...
Send us a text Kelton Cullenberg, a Doctor of Physical Therapy since 2017, is a dedicated leader in Maine’s running community. He founded Steady State Health in 2020, a runner-focused physical therapy and coaching clinic, and launched Find Your Steady State in 2024, a training and data platform for runners and coaches. In 2025, he created the Maine Distance Project to provide post-college athletes with the supportive training environment he wished he’d had. Another great shakeout!
Send us a text Join us as we talk about our most recent adventure... The Ironman Lake Placid. We signed up for this thing nearly a year ago and have barely talked about it as if it were some basic 5K, mostly because we didn't really want people knowing what we were up to in case it didn't unfold as planned. We share about our training, our "why" we signed up and how the day went. Another great episode full of laughs and all things running.
Send us a text Today, we’re thrilled to sit down with William Cobb, the trailblazing force behind Back 40 Events. From the iconic Pineland Farms Trail Festival to gritty backyard ultras like Last Man Standing, Will has built a legacy of unforgettable trail races that showcase Maine’s stunning landscapes and vibrant running community. Join us as we explore his journey, the passion fueling Back 40, and what it takes to create epic running experiences in the Pine Tree State. Wonderful shakeout w...
Send us a text In this episode we sit down with two local powerhouses from Hampden Academy, Timmy and Charlie Collins. Charlie is now tearing it up at the University of Maine while his brother Timmy is making waves in his last year at Hampden Academy. These two have found success through consistency and will be running together again at UMaine, next year. From breaking course records to chasing state titles, these two are redefining Maine running. So, join us as we shakeout with the Collins b...
Send us a text Join us as we shakeout with 2024 Cape Elizabeth grad, Emma Young. Emma was known well for her running talent in high school but she was and still is SO much more than a runner. Emma was a 2024 National STEM Champion where she reported her research on RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency Syndrome) in High School Cross Country Athletes. She currently attends and runs cross country and track at Rice University. We took the time in this episode to talk to Emma about her research on RE...
Send us a text In this podcast episode, the Bangor Boys Cross Country team showcases their gritty and determined spirit. The episode highlights their collective strength, emphasizing that there’s no single standout runner—instead, every member shines and contributes to the team’s success. They share their favorite aspects of being part of the squad, from the camaraderie to the shared drive that fuels their achievements. Looking ahead, they discuss their hopes for the future, focusing on conqu...
Send us a text Dereck Treadwell, better known as Tread, is a multifaceted figure in the world of endurance sports. He is known for his great accomplishments as a runner, mountain biker, and coach. This guy loves the grind of a good challenge. A graduate from the University of Maine, Tread was a standout Cross Country and Track stud, earning All-American honors whils wining multiple conference titles and holding strong competitive school records. Transitioning to cycling, he became a notable t...
Send us a text Today you'll hear our conversation with Alison St. Peter, who graduated from Bangor High School in 2024. She was a four-year runner who loves the sport, but was challenged with mental health issues for her entire high school career, actually her entire life. She is SO relatable and speaks honestly about her challenges. If you know anyone going through similar struggles- please forward this episode to them. And remember, you are never alone. A wonderful shakeout with the wise Al...
Send us a text Bob Dunfey is the volunteer race director for the Maine Marathon and sits on the board of directors for the TD Beach to Beacon Road Race. Bob is an accomplished runner, rower and cyclist, having turned to running after his life insurance agent noted his uninvited weight gain! Since then, he has become a member of the "Quarter Century Club" for the Boston Marathon- running it 34 consecutive years in a row. He has a lengthy list of inspiring accomplishments. The Maine Marathon ha...
Send us a text In this shakeout we chat with Hank Pfeifle. An incredibly accomplished runner turned cyclist. Three time Maine Runner of the Year and a 2022 inductee into the Maine Running Hall of Fame. At 73 years young, Hank is still a ball of energy. As his competitors and friends say, "I'm not quitting until Pfeifle quits." Which won't be anytime soon. Enjoy this conversation with another remarkable Maine legend.
Send us a text HAPPY NEW YEAR! We start season 2 of this hobby podcast with a very special guest,Scott Heidemann. Scott says he's just your every day guy but that couldn't be further from the truth. Scott has struggled with alcoholism for many years, but turned his life around and says running has been a gift from sobriety. Scott's story has a dark side, it's a little messy, but it will inspire you to be a better person.
Send us a text We wrap up our first podcast year with the one and only Dave McGillivray. Dave empowers us all to dream big and finish strong. He is a running legend and has increased the self esteem of everyone he meets. He has a never-ending list of athletic feats including his trek across the United States to benefit the Jimmy fund and completing the last 50+ years of the Boston Marathon most times starting after the last racer has finished. He has directed over 1,400 events throughout the ...
Send us a text We recorded live in Millinocket this weekend to shed light on how amazing this race is. A day full of hilarious stories and even better people. Join us as we shakeout with the runners of Milly.
Send us a text Riley Masters, secret Swiftie, was born and raised in Bangor, ME. Once baseball player turned track star, Riley found running after most of his competition. He started running competitively in high school where he learned the sport alongside his peers and distance coaches, Jamie Jarvis and Ray Cooke. Riley tells his story of how he found success as a young distance runner and how that transformed into a very successful professional running career with both Brooks and Nike.. It ...
Send us a text We caught up with Bangor High School legend, Gordon Doore. This episode was recorded a few weeks ago, right after the Chicago Marathon, so of course we have to touch on that! Gordon was a standout runner in high school and continues to set the bar high as he enters another year running for Colby College. He talks about the importance of goal setting, his personal goal of breaking the 4 minute mile barrier, the evolution of his training and how he believes that every high school...
Send us a text Dr. Cameron Trubey, a primary care sports medicine physician, currently practices at Downeast Orthopedics in Bangor. He is also the head physician for both the University of Maine and Husson University teams. Cam is not only a physician, a sub-3 hour marathoner, hockey, fat bike and skiing machine, but also quite the expert on identifying bird calls. Cam is focused on helping all individuals find their healthiest self to achieve happiness- and not just athletes. He also provide...
Send us a text We had the pleasure of getting to know Brian Olsen, founder of MITR, The Marsh Island Trail Runners. Brian refers to them as a trail running group for everyone and every athletic ability. In addition to meeting up weekly for their social runs, MITR hosts a variety of unique running events. These events air on the side of enthusiastically ridiculous. We quickly became HUGE fans of Brian and everything he is creating for the local trail running world. This group is a hidden gem i...
Send us a text We had the pleasure of speaking with Adam Ward, current head coach of the Men's/ Women's Cross Country and Track teams at the University of Maine. Adam spent his early coaching years in the south before accepting his current position at UMaine. He was really meant to be a history teacher when he stumbled upon his passion for coaching. Without connections in the elite college coaching community, Adam had to fight his way into the profession. We chat with Adam about his connectio...
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