Category: Episode Guide

On Episode 49, Sandy and Pat stop by the office of 2019 USTFCCA Hall of Fame inductee, Coach Rollie Geiger. We chat with Coach Geiger about how he got to Raleigh in the first place, his long and successful tenure at NC State, his job before coaching, recruiting in the social media age, what keeps him excited 40 years in, where he finds inspiration for the team, some key workouts the team does, changes in training theory, different areas the team has run in Raleigh, and some quick takes on Sir Walter Miler, the Krispy Kreme Challenge, and more! Tune in for a great conversation with a local (and national) legend! (and stay tuned after the interview for some messages from his former athletes)

Bumper Music: Steely Dan, American Aquarium, Uncle Tupelo

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On Episode 48, Sandy and Pat recap the weekend, and Carrie Tollefson joins the Summer of Miles to give her impressions of the race, talk about the evolution of the sport, her broadcasting career, and breaking 4:30 herself.

Bumper Music: Wilco, The Big Wu, Jenny Lewis

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Sandy and Pat are back behind the mic at Sunrise Studios to discuss the ENTIRE 2019 Sir Walter Miler weekend. If you’ve never been before, or even if you have, this is the podcast for you!

Bumper Music: Ryley Walker, Chance the Rapper

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On Episode 46, 2019 Sir Walter Miler competitor Rebecca Mehra stops by the Loading Dock to chat with Pat about her experience in Des Moines at the 2019 USATF Outdoor Championships, living and training in Bend with Little Wing/Oiselle and Coach Lauren Fleshman, and, of course, working for the Mayor.

Bumper Music: Lizzo, Acoustic Syndicate

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On Episode 45, recent Furman grad Aaron Templeton comes on to chat with Pat about his Pro Debut in the 10,000 meters at the 2019 USATF Outdoor Championships, his career at Furman, Cross Country, North Carolina, his future plans, and of course, movies.

Bumper Music: Steve Miller Band, Chance the Rapper

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On Episode 44, Pat interviews 3-time Summer of Miles guest Stephanie Garcia. Steph talks about her move across country to train with Kim Conley and Drew Wartenburg, her recovery techniques, UVA basketball, and her longevity in the sport.

Bumper Music: Dr. Dog, Susto

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Sir Walter Miler Men’s Elite Coordinator Stephen Furst joins Pat and Sandy to run down the 2019 Sir Walter Miler Elite Men’s Field!

Bumper Music: Purple Mountains, Jens Lekman

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Sir Walter Miler Women’s Elite Coordinator Jeff Caron joins Pat to run down the 2019 Sir Walter Miler Elite Women’s Field!

Bumper Music: Arcade Fire, Steely Dan

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On Episode 41, Sandy and Pat recap the 2019 Pop Up Miles Championship and discuss the Tour de Walter thus far.

Bumper Music: Jupiter Coyote, Silver Jews

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On Episode 40, Pat interviews recent Olympic Trials Marathon qualifier, Tristin Van Ord. They chat about her going from part time runner, part time soccer player at Chapel Hill High to Appalachian State standout, to the Raleigh Distance Project. They also discuss The Pursuit, a local group that she and Andie Cozzarelli coach, as well as some of her favorite spots in Raleigh and Boone.

Bumper Music: Bon Iver, The Urban Sophisticates

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