Run Matters
Since the start of the pandemic, more people than ever are lacing up and hitting the street. Between race cancellations, running store closures, and group run cancellations, we’re witnessing a pivotal shift in the running industry. The Run Matters podcast was created to bring together industry professionals, elite runners, coaches, and everyday athletes to navigate the challenges ahead and stay connected.
Episodes
13 episodes
The Connections Episode
We are calling episode 6 of the Run Matters Podcast, Powered by Skechers Performance the “Connection Episode”. From the opening subject du jour lightning round right to the “Run to the Finish” segment, we talked about how the specialty ru...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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40:51
Retail Matters: Greg Koch, 605 Running Company
In Episode 6 of the Retail Matters edition of the Run Matters Podcast, Mark and I learn how a former bakery owner made the pivot to become an owner of one of the hottest running stores in the running rich state of South Dakota.605 R...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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24:58
Retail Matters: Ashlee Anderson of Shoes and Brews
This episode of the Retail Matters Podcast features Shoes and Brews in Longmont, CO. Mark and Neil had a fun discussion with store owner/manager and mom, Ashlee Anderson as she explained h...
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26:13
The Disruption Episode
If there was any one word that describes the past 12 months, it is disruption. But disruption is not always a bad thing. In fact, for many in the running community, it has been a chance to make lemonade from a giant bowl of lemon...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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41:41
Retail Matters: Ken Sung of Gazelle Sports
We then sat down with Ken Sung, co-owner of Gazelle Sports in Central Michigan. Ken discussed how Gazelle used this time during the pandemic to take a step back and look closely at its business and then make the needed changes to get ready for ...
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Season 1
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25:55
The Collaboration Episode
We are calling Episode 4 of the Run Matters Podcast, “The Collaboration Episode” for two reasons. The first collaboration in this episode features Amanda Brooks and Co-host, Neil Schwartz as they talk about his plan to get out and start running...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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36:55
Retail Matters: Colin Peddie of Marathon Sports
We sit down for a candid, sometimes emotional, conversation with Colin Peddie, owner of Marathon Sports. Marathon has 18 stores, across three different names throughout the New England Area. Colin talks about how he grew his business from...
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Season 1
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34:11
The Inspiration Episode
After listening to the 3 interviews that are included in Episode 03 of the Run Matters Podcast, you will understand why we call this the “Inspiration Episode”. From the first segment that features running coach, Amanda Brooks, to the last segme...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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46:42
Retail Matters: Justin Craig of RUNdetroit
Justin Craig is the co-owner of RUNdetroit in Midtown Detroit, Michigan. Justin originally comes from Seattle where he worked in Orthopedics including spine specialty and later, foot & ankle. Justin has a vast knowledge in the biomech...
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Season 1
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20:55
The Motivation Episode, featuring Edward Cheserek
In episode 2 of the Run Matters Podcast, we don’t waste any time getting into one of the most important topics that every runner faces on a daily basis. In our Run to the Finish segment with Amanda Brooks, we talk about motivation and how runne...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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35:55
Retail Matters: Chris Farley of Pacers Running
Each episode will feature an in-depth interview of a leading run specialty retailer conducted by Running Insight Editor at large Mark Sullivan and industry data guy Neil Schwartz. Farley talks about managing his team through the pan...
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Season 1
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23:01
The Mebisode, featuring Meb Keflezighi
Episode 1 of the Run Matters Podcast presented by Skechers Performance kicks off with a lively list of regular features and special guests, including a timely segment on running safety in the Run to the Finish segment featuring Social Media sen...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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34:40
Trailer: Run Matters Podcast Presented by Skechers
Run Matters is a podcast powered by Skechers Performance™ created to help runners navigate the challenges of change and stay connected with runners of all levels. Hosts Mark Sullivan and Neil Schwartz will be joined on a regular basis by writer...
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Season 1
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