On Episode 34, Sandy and Pat are back to discuss the launch of the 2019 Raleigh Half Marathon, and then chat with 2018 California International Marathon 4th place finisher, Joe Stilin. Stilin runs for Blowing Rock, NC-based Zap Fitness and is a Sir Walter Miler alum. He talks about his debut of 2:13:19, how he got there, and more!
Episode 33 – 2018 Autumn of Trials
On Episode 33, Sandy and Pat return to talk about the 2018 Pop Up Cross Country at Dix Park season that starts this Tuesday, October 2nd. Take a listen to hear more about the second season of the “Autumn of Trials.”
Episode 32 – 2018 Sir Walter Miler Recap with Jacob Thomson and Sara Vaughn interviews
On Episode 32, Sandy and Pat recap what was the 2018 Sir Walter Miler: a historic night with 5 Women going under 4:30, and 13 Men going under 4:00, which was the most Americans to ever run sub 4:00 in one race. Then they speak with Jacob Thomson about his first sub 4:00 at Sir Walter, and Sara Vaughn about her sub 4:30 and near win after going with the rabbit from the gun.
Episode 31 – 2018 Sir Walter Miler Race Day Information
On Episode 31, Sandy and Pat tell you all you need to know for the 2018 Sir Walter Miler! Want to know where to park or when to be at the track? This is the podcast for you. Plus – Intern predictions at the end of the show!
Episode 30 – Pat Casey and Hassan Mead talk “Summer of Denials”
On Episode 30, Pat Casey and Hassan Mead join the podcast to talk about their “Summer of Denials,” as Sandy talks with them about their toughest injuries, and how they recovered.
Episode 29 – Stephanie Garcia and the GO4it Film (Connor “Merk” Mercurio & Jimmy Stevenson)
On Episode 29, Sandy and Pat reveal the winners of the Tour de Walter and the Champs-ElYates Mill, and chat about recent guest Sam Prakel’s signing with adidas. Then Pat speaks with former Summer of Miles guest, and Sir Walter Miler Veteran, Stephanie Garcia, about what she’s been up to the past year, and the proper way to DM on Instagram. Finally, Pat chats with Connor “Merk” Mercurio and Jimmy Stevenson of the GO4it Film. In the closing, Sandy has a plea for everyone coming to the Sir Walter Miler Friday!
Episode 28 – Charlie Marquardt and the “Top 5 Sir Walter Miler Moments”
In Episode 28, 2018 competitor Charlie Marquardt tells us about running Division 3, Swarthmore magic, Corgis, Riptide Rush, and his dive for sub 4:00. Also – Sandy and Pat discuss their “Top 5 Sir Walter Miler Moments.”
Bonus Content – Pat chats Sir Walter Miler on the Sports Channel 8 Radio Show
Pat stops by the Sports Channel 8 Radio Show to chat Sir Walter, Tour de France, and the Top 5 Running Moments in North Carolina history.
Episode 27 – Sam Prakel and Jamie Morrissey kick off 2018 Sir Walter Miler Athlete interviews
On Episode 27, Sandy and Pat chat with 2018 Sir Walter Miler Elite Athletes Sam Prakel and Jamie Morrissey. Sam discusses running at the University of Oregon, and his recent successful tour of Europe with a few wins in Ireland, including the Morton Mile. Elite Women’s Coordinator Jeff Caron joins the Summer of Miles during the chat with Jamie Morrissey, where she discusses training with True Blue Elite in Ann Arbor Michigan, pacing the Women’s field, and her quest for the best coffee and beer in Raleigh.
Episode 26 – Raleigh Brewing Company and Kay Yow Cancer Fund
On Episode 26, Sandy and Pat talk about the 2018 Sir Walter Miler, the latest Tour De Walter Strava Challenges, interview Les Abbott from Raleigh Brewing Company and Robin Pate from the Kay Yow Cancer Fund.