Donovan Bailey Running Things: The Podcast

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo cover the week in track, which includes:Lyles breaks 150M world record at Ostrava Golden Spike Seville sets world lead securing first Jamaican title in 100MNelson secures maiden Diamond League title in Doha Richardson runs her fastest 100m in two years at Star AthleticsDe Grasse and Leduc take 100m titles at Canadian nationals Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss: Tharp secures back to back titles eclipsing 110 Hurdles World RecordHodge sets world lead, breaking two collegiate records at NCAA championshipsBednarek continues hot streak in LA with Grand Prix with 100M winRichardson returns to 100M winner circle as USA sweeps podiumAlfred strolls to victory in Oslo Diamond League 100M Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss:Alfred outduels Jeferson-Wooden In Italy DL 200mThomas extends win streak with 200m WL in Lone Star Lyles gets first Italy victory taking 100m Diamond League Bromell takes Texas Grand Prix 100m over De Grasse, SevilleBednarek stays hot securing another DL 200m event with ease Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason have much to discuss in the world of track on the anniversary of Donovan's victory over Michael Johnson in the 150m race at Skydome.- Bednarek blazes to Diamond League meeting record 19.69 - Tina Clayton secures maiden DL victory leading Jamaican sweep - Ajayi sets world lead with 9.84, 2nd fastest all-time in NCAA- Omanyala extends 100m win streak topping Triveneto table - Blasnowski runs 9.89, being dubbed "fastest white man ever" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo talk:Jackson wins back to back DL 200mOmanyala gives Africa another 100m titleRussell sets USA record in 100m hurdlesGlave sets new meeting mark in SavonaEnhanced games, Rabat DL preview Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss:Gift Leotlela Captures Maiden Diamond League From Lane 1 Noah Lyles Opens 100m Season With Win In Golden Grand PrixShericka Jackson Breezes To 200m Diamond League VictoryJordan Anthony Makes Another Statement Taking Seiko 200mHodge/Watkins Steal SEC Outdoor Champions Spotlight Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss:The Clayton twins go sub 11 finishing 1-2 at JAA Puma MeetDiamond League preview as season starts in Shanghai Jose Figueroa breaks three national records in less than 48 hoursGout Gout signs long-term deal with Adidas (4M/8Yrs)Lyles v Gout in Ostrava on June 16 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss Jamaica breaking the 4x100m mixed relay record, Julien Alfred running a world leading 21.89 at Texas Invite, Canada's mixed relay team making history in Gabarone, Jerome Blake suffering a setback during the men's relay final and Simbine going sub 10 for the 12th straight year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

- In this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss the follow track news:- Jerome Blake Opens With A PB 9.93 Winning Botswana Grand Prix- Andre De Grasse Captures 200M Season Debut In Africa 19.84- Gabby Thomas Continues Her Dominance Sweeping Kip Keino/Grand Prix- UTech's Gary Card Breaks Meet Record At Penn Relays With 10.03- Yohan Blake Calls It Career, While Allyson Felix Announces Return Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss:Elaine Thompson's Comeback Continues, 10.92 At Velocity FestJordan Anthony Opens Outdoor Season With 9.91 At Tom JonesNoah Lyles Season Opening 200M Win In Gainesville, FlaIVB Adaejah Hodge Secures 100M World Leading Time Of 10.77USA Women 4 x 100M Run Blistering 41.70, 9th Fastest All-Time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss:Gout Gout Breaks U20 World Record In 200MKennedy Wins 100M Secures First National Title Tebogo Tunes Up For Grand Prix With 400 Victory Sturgis Surges To 100M World Lead At Aggie ClassicWilson Lowers 400M Mark At Arcadia Invite Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss:- Kishane Thompson KO's 150m Competition at Miramar Invite- Gabby Thomas Matches 100m PB in 2026 Debut- Shanoya Douglas Takes Sprint Double At Carifta- Onojuvwevwo Runs World Leading 400m In Bayou- Sha'Carri Makes History At Stawell Gift In Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss: Anthony Wins 60m Gold With World Leading 6.41Golden Dosso Completes Medal Set At World IndoorsMorales Williams Sets Championship Record In 400m FinalCharlton Makes History With Third 60m World Indoor TitleHodgkinson Smashes Championship Mark Capturing 800m Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan Bailey and Jason Portuondo talk about Jordan Anthony taking the sprint crown at U.S. Indoors, Noah Lyles, Jacious Sears securing her first National Title In Women's 60M, Kishane Thompson winning Gibson Relays with a PB time of 6.46, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, the definitive track podcast, Donovan and Jason Portuondo dive deep into:Jordan Anthony Runs WL/PB 6.43 At Tyson InviteNoah Lyles Captures 200m Opener In Arkansas Khaleb McRae Sets World Record In 400MJulien Alfred Lowers Her WL At Tyson Invite Dina Asher-Smith Doubles Up At UK Indoor Champs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss: Ackeem Blake Opens 2026 With Back To Back WinsJulien Alfred Runs WL Time In ArkansasNoah Lyles Preps For 200M Opener At Tyson InviteDina Asher-Smith Takes 60M Event At Millrose Games Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo close out the fifth season of the podcast by announcing their picks of the season. Who does Donovan recognize as having had an exceptional and/or breakthrough season in track? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo break down all the exciting action from Tokyo at the 2025 World Athletics Championships.- Lyles matches Bolt winning his fourth consecutive 200 metre title- Jefferson-Wooden completes sweep taking 200 metre with easy- Richardson anchors USA women to capture another 4 x 100 relay - USA retains men's world 4 x 100 title in Tokyo- McLaughlin-Levrone just misses world record in 400 metre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason recap mens and womens 100, Seville steals the spotlight in Tokyo winning mens 100m, Jefferson-Wooden caps off perfect season with dazzling performance, the guys preview the mens and womens 200m. Can Lyles bounce back and retain 200m title? Will Jefferson-Wooden get the double after dominating in the 100m? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo remember Donovan's world championship victory 30 years ago before setting up the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss Noah Lyles, Christian Coleman, Julien Alfred and Brittny Brown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss Oblique Seville securing a Diamond League double beating Noah Lyles for the second time in a month, Mellissa Jefferson-Wooden who remains perfect crushing her rivals in Brussels and a Wanda Diamond League final preview. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss Kashane Thompson exacting revenge on Noah Lyles, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden continues her winning ways, Shericka Jackson returns to winning form in the 200m, Bryan Levell sparkles with a meet record in Budapest, and a preview of this week's Diamond League action in Lausanne. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason previewThe Gyulai István Memorial and Silesia Diamond League action. Plenty of talk about Noah Lyles, Kenny Bednarek, Shericka Jackson, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Kishane Thompson, Ferdinand Omanyala, and several other sprinters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this edition of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss the USA Track and Field Outdoor Championships and the Noah Lyles ~ Kenny Bednarek beef, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden's continued excellence, Sha'Carri Richardson, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, 16-year-old phenom Cooper Lutkenhaus and the Canadian track and field championship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo celebrate the anniversary of Donovan's 9.84 World Record Gold Medal performance in Atlanta. They also discuss Sorato Shimizu's fastest wind legal 100m (10.00) by a 16-year-old, Ackeem Blake's win in Berlin, Michael Johnson's Grand Slam Track, and the 2025 USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo talk about Oblique Seville's victory over Noah Lyles, Bryan Levell putting up a massive personal best, Jamaica's 4x100m men's relay team qualifying for the world championship, Julian Alfred rimmomg a world-leading 21.71 at the London Diamond League, and Donovan previews the USA Nationals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss Noah Lyles's surprise return victory, Julien Alfred's win, Quincy Wilson, Gout Gout, Savannah Sutherland, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo talk about Melissa Jefferson-Wooden's win of Julien Alfred in the women's 100m, Kishane Thompson's win, Letsile Tebogo, Aaron Brown, Noah Lyles, Savannah Sutherland, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, and Animesh Kujur. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo talk Jamaican Trails with Kishane Thompson, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Tina Clayton and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss:Gout wins European debut beating Bolt's Golden Spike debut timeFraser-Pryce says National Senior Championships will be her lastJerome Blake becomes sixth Canadian to go sub 10McCreath equals Canadian Women's 100m recordPre50 preview includes Olympic rematch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo talk about Julien Alfred smashing a 31 year old record, the Grand Slam cancelling the final leg of their inaugural season, Canadian Savannah Sutherland setting National and NCAA records in 400m hurdles, Noah Lyles puts his showdown with Hill on pause, NCAA men's 100m champion Jordan Anthony turns pro, and more.Then Donovan answers listener email. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Running Things with Donovan Bailey, Donovan and Jason Portuondo talk Trayvon Bromell, Kishane Thompson's return, Anavia Battle and teenage phenoms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss Melissa Jefferson-Wooden, Kenny Bednarek, Lachlin Kennedy, and Donovan Bailey's Power Ranking for the week of June 3, 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss the great season South Africa's Akani Simbine is having, the wonderful women of Jamaica, Canada's Andre De Grasse, Botswana's Letsile Tebogo, and Donovan responds to fighting words from Canada's current men's 4x100m relay team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss Julien Alfred's world-leading run at the Tom Jones Invitational, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce's debut, and they preview the Diamond League for the men's 100m and the women's 200m. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason discuss the excellence of African sprinters, especially Akani Simbine, Ferdinand Omanyala, and Letsile Tebogo, and how South Africa can win the 4x100m relay. Oh yes, and there is Gout Gout talk! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss their absence and introduce season five of the program by recapping the current state of track and who they're keeping an eye on. This is the definitive track podcast with fantastic insight from 100m champ and one-time fastest man in the world Donovan Bailey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo put a wrap on the Diamond League final from Brussels and recap the seasons of Noah Lyles, Sha'Carri Richardson, Kishane Thompson, Julien Alfred, Ackeem Blake, Letsile Tebogo while setting up the next season in track. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo recap the track events at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games. Athletes discussed include Noah Lyles, Kishane Thompson, Fred Kerley, Letsile Tebogo, Oblique Seville, Lamont Marcell Jacobs, Julien Alfred, Sha'Carri Richardson, Kenny Bednarek, Gabby Thomas, Andre De Grasse and the 4x100m Canadian relay team. Also, bonus Breaking talk! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo tell you everything you need to know about the 2024 Paris Olympic track events - who are the players to watch? Discussed in this episode is Noah Lyles running a personal best 9.81, Gabby Thomas running a meet record in London, Kishane Thompson, Akani Simbine, Letsile Tebogo, Erriyon Knighton, Quincy Wilson, Julien Alfred, Dina Asher-Smith, Matthew Hudson-Smith, Oblique Seville, Fred Kerley, Lamont Marcell Jacobs, Andre De Grasse, Sha'Carri Richardson, Shericka Jackson, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Melissa Jefferson, Kenny Bednarek, and others! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss Julien Alfred securing her first Diamond League victory in 10.85, Letsile Tebogo cruising in the men's 200m in Monaco, Benjamin Richardson's 9.86, and the final tuneups before the Paris 2024 Olympics. In the Anchor Leg, Donovan breaks down how Canada won the 4x100m relay in Atlanta back in 1996. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss Kishane Thompson backs up his Jamaican Trails vwin with another victory in Hungary (9.91), Ferdinand Omanyala, the latest on Shericka Jackson's injury, will the Americans sweep the men's 100m and 200m in Paris, Yaroslava Mahuchikh, whether Usain Bolt's 100m record is in jeopardy, and Andre De Grasse's 200m victory. The Paris 2024 Olympics are almost here, and Donovan Bailey is here to bring you up to speed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo discuss Kishane Thompson's world-leading 9.77 in Jamaica (Donovan called itt!), Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone's world record in 400m hurdles, Quincy Wilson becoming the youngest male US track Olympian, Canada's Andre DeGrasse and Audrey Leduc solidify their spot on the Olympic team. In the Anchor Leg, Donovan and Jason talk Euros, Copa and Bronny James. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Running Things with Donovan Bailey, Donovan and Jason Portuondo talk about the US Olympic Trials with Sha'Carri Richardson, Noah Lyles, and Quincy Wilson, the Jamaica Olympic Trials with Elaine Thompson-Herah, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Shericka Jackson, and the Canadian Olympic Trials with Andre Degrasse, Aaron Brown, Audrey Leduc Eliezer Adjibi, and a strong field team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo talk about Ferdinand Omanyala's 9.79, Marcell Jacobs running under 10 seconds as predicted by Donovan, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce's 11.15, Erriyon Knighton, and the US and Jamaican Trials. The life of Willie Mays is celebrated with a touching tribute off the top. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Running Things with Donovan Bailey, Donovan and Jason Portuondo talk about Marcell Jacobs and his 100m win in the European Championship, whether he can repeat in Paris, Fred Kerley's controversial DNS, Elaine Thompson-Herah's disappointing result in New York City, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, Louie Hinchliffe and they remember Jerry West. In the Anchor Leg, they talk NBA, Tiger Woods, Jamaica and Usain Bolt, who says his records are safe for now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason discuss Oblique Seville's big win in Jamaica and which men could win the 100m and 200m in Paris, Julien Alfred's 10.78, how the women look heading into Paris, why Donovan believes in Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, how Canada with Andre De Grasse is looking, and Shannon Sharpe's recent comments about Bolt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo talk about Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone's 200m potential, Akani Simbine's world leading 100m time in Atlanta, Letsile Tebogo, Noah Lyles, and when sprinters turn it on in anticipation of the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running 'Things, Donovan and Jason Portuondo talk track and pay respect to the late great Darren Dutchyshen. Sprinters discussed include Kenny Bednarek, Zharnel Hughes, Marie-Josée Ta Lou and Christopher Morales Williams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Donovan Bailey Running Things, Donovan and Jason discuss Shericka Jackson, Sha'Carri Richardson, the US relay team's dominance, De Grasse and more track leading up to Paris. Donovan also reveals his sex policy before major events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.