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).
Episodes
81 episodes
Sole Sisters - Interview w/ Matthew Balzer (Reno Running Co.)
On this weeks show, Justine and Kylie interview Matthew Balzer, the owner of Reno Running Company. They, among other things, discuss the intersection of fitness and community in Northern Nevada. Balzer shares how his childhood experiences with ...
Running Buddies featuring Kyle Broxterman
On todays show we are...climbing with Kyle Broxterman! In this unique format listeners get to experience a live climb with Kyle as he free solo's a rock face in Nevada's Calico Basin. Kyle walks us through and explains the various climbing disc...
The Forgotten - Original Running Scared Media Jogcast
For Great Deals and Discounts Join our Affordability Flyer: HERESubscribe to Running Scared Media wherever you get your pods!When Princess Elspeth discovers her fathe...
Running Buddies featuring Nicholas Thompson pt. 1
On todays show I welcome Nicholas Thompson, the CEO of The Atlantic and author of the book The Running Ground to Running Buddies. We talk about Nicks recent trail running experiences and personal updates regarding his media compa...
Hybrid Horizons Interview w/ Matt Huff
On toadys show, Ari talks to Matt Huff, who represents the Sergeant Bruce Cogley Foundation. The organization honors Huff's late acquaintance, a Vietnam veteran, by raising awareness for veteran suicide and mental health. To fund fitness schola...
Sole Sisters - Bad at Running
The sisters are back! Kylie and Justine document their experiences following the "bad at running" plan. Kylie celebrates a major milestone by completing her first 5K without walking breaks, motivated by a Taylor Swift-themed virtual race and th...
Hybrid Horizons - Luke Halterman
On todays episode of Hybrid Horizons, Ari talks to Luke Halterman, a dedicated fitness coordinator and athlete. They discuss the current landscape of hybrid racing. He evaluates the differing business models of DECA and Hyrox, noting that while...
Running Buddies featuring Jacob Puzey pt. 2
The conversation continues....- For a great trail race experience go To: https://www.5peaks.comUse code RUNNINGSCARED10 for a 10% discount at 5Peaks events. - For great trail wear and hydration go to:...
Running Buddies featuring Jacob Puzey pt. 1
On part 1 of my conversation with 5Peaks National Race Director Jacob Puzey, we go back to beginning. Jacob describes his rural upbringing in the American Southwest and Pacific Northwest, explaining how his background in agriculture and communi...
Running Buddies featuring Lisa Sweetman
On todays show welcome Lisa Sweetman, the new race director for the Five Peaks Ontario trail running series. Sweetman shares her personal journey, detailing how she used running as a tool for physical and spiritual recovery after surviving a br...
Hybrid Horizons - Janie Stel
On todays episode of Hybrid Horizons, host Ari talks to Janie Stel, a world-class athlete and leader within the calisthenics community. Stel recounts her transition from competitive gymnastics and cheerleading to the raw, creative world of body...
Sole Sisters - Interview w/ Lindsay Housman (Hettas)
On todays episode of Sole Sisters, Justine and Kylie welcome a very special guest, Lindsay Housman, the CEO and founder of Hettas. They begin with a conversations surrounding the development of her athletic shoe brand specifically tailored to w...
Running Buddies featuring Michele Graglia
On today's show the conversation takes us to Italy where we have an excellent chat with ultra runner Michele Graglia. I had never met Michele before but the conversation really flowed and we ended speaking for over an hour! Michelle is an elite...
RSM Presents - A Time to Burn (FULL AUDIO MOVIE)
For deals, giveaways, discounts join the RSM Affordability Flyer: HEREEvery night, Martin Haelstrom has the same nightmare: he runs to save h...
Running Buddies featuring Nicolas Lehmann
On today's show we welcome ultra runner Nicolas Lehmann. Lehmann shares his perspective on professional athletics, describing his rigorous mountain training as a lifestyle rather than a chore. He recounts his victories in the PTL, a notoriously...
Hybrid Horizons - Scott Malloy
On todays episode of Hybrid Horizons, host Ari Fleman sits down with Scott Malloy, the founder of Summit Athletic Academy in Ohio. Scott talks about his transition from corporate marketing to the fitness industry, where he now manages large-sca...
Sole Sisters - Anaconda Watch Party
Justine and Kylie are back and going down to the Amazon! Join the Soul Sisters as they engage in a "running watch party" for the 1997 horror film Anaconda. Instead of a traditional drinking game, they increase their treadmill speed during jump ...
Running Buddies featuring Nick Meraz
On today's show we are running with So Cal favourite ultra runner, business owner (Ostrich Running) and podcast host Nick Meraz. After establishing that fact that his weather is better than where I live, we dive into an in depth conversation th...
Insulam Creatura - FULL JOGCAST!
FOR a CHANCE TO WIN an INSULAM CREATURA PRIZE PACK, ENTER HEREOn an isolated island, four components of a...
Running Buddies featuring Vegard Jarvis Westergard
On today's show we turn inward to highlight one of our own great athletes! Today's guest is Vegard Jarvis Westergard, a Norwegian-Canadian athlete who competes for the Canadian National Orienteering Team. We discuss his background growing up in...
Hybrid Horizons - Jeremy Brown (lyfebydzyne)
We have a new name and we have new guest! On todays show host Ari welcomes Jeremy Brown, the founder of Life by Design, discussing his transition from traditional personal training to a holistic wellness and movement brand. Brown advocate...
Running Buddies featuring John Calabrese
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 med...
Running Buddies featuring Xavier De Le Rue
It's a first for Running Buddies and we are so pleased to have legendary French snowboarder Xavier de Le Rue on the show. We caught up with Xavier for a conversation while he was out for a stroll on the snowy slopes of Verbier, Switzerland. Get...
Sole Sisters - Cupid's Undie Run
On this valentines day inspired episode of Sole Sisters, Justine and Kylie run with Ally and Michael Ball, who discuss the Cupid’s Undie Run, a charity event held in Reno and various other cities. Basically participants complete a one-mile run ...
Running Buddies featuring Michael Darazi - The story continued...
When we first met Mike, we found out that he had a dream to compete for Team Lebanon at the Cross Country World Championships. After some challenges and missed opportunities, we got word that Mike had moved closer to his dream. So, we caught up...
