Running Scared Media
Welcome to Running Scared Media!
In this collection of shows, we will bring you stories straight from the people who live them. Imagine lacing up your shoes, hitting your favourite route, and joining us as we literally go for a run with inspiring athletes. This isn't just a recording; it's an innovative, in-the-moment experience, capturing raw, authentic conversations as they unfold. Our brand is built on these real-time, unscripted interviews with real people, cultivating a trusted community where you're directly with the source, sharing in their journey. Through these unfiltered conversations, you'll hear their triumphs, struggles, and "why"—all while putting in your own miles—and discover what truly motivates someone to push their limits, conquer challenges, and find joy in every step.
Whether you're training for your first 5K or your next 50K, every step has a story.
Explore all our amazing shows, including:
- Running Buddies: In-depth interviews with incredible runners.-
- Sole Sisters with Justine and Kylie: Candid conversations with inspiring female athletes.
- Rucking Around with Ari: A dedicated show for all things rucking.
We also create original horror audio narratives intended to motivate joggers (aka jogcasts).
Running Scared Media
Running Buddies featuring John Calabrese
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On today's show we do some hill sprints with John Calabrese, an ultrarunner from Fredericksburg, Virginia. We begin by discussing the intersectionality of running and personal resilience. John explains how he utilizes the sport as a form of meditative therapy to navigate life’s hardships, including divorce, the loss of friends, and his journey toward sobriety. The conversation highlights his preference for grassroots trail races over corporate events, emphasizing the importance of staying true to one's personal motivations. Throughout the exchange, he offers a candid look at the ultra-running community, describing it as a "tribe" for those who often feel they do not belong elsewhere. We finish off with reflections on parenting, the value of failure for personal growth, and recommendations for historic running trails in the Virginia area.
Follow John on Instagram @breezytrailhead
Clips: John C
Original Music: Jamie Roberts
Transcript here
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