One Goal

In November, our Community gathered together to celebrate all that we accomplished in 2022. The Night of Impact is the culmination of a year's worth of work, a year's worth of miles pedaled, hours volunteered, goals completed and riders cheered.   In 2022, we achieved some incredible milestones and made unforgettable memories. and this Community is already making plans for Pelotonia's 15th year - which will undoubtedly be our best yet.    Learn about our One Goal: https://pelotonia.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2022, whether you were a Rider, Challenger, Volunteer or Supporter, every mile pedaled, dollar raised, hour volunteered or cheered - you had an impact. Together, as of Ride Weekend, we've raised over $14 million dollars for our One Goal, bringing the total to over $250 million - with every single cent going directly to innovative cancer research. Our Community is an incredible testament to what can be accomplished when unity is achieved among diversity and together we envision the day when the word “cancer” is only used in the past tense. Learn about our One Goal: https://pelotonia.org/    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Margaret Gatti-Mays is a dedicated assistant professor in the Division of Medical Oncology at the OSUCCC – James, specializing in immunotherapy. She is also involved with our Pelotonia Institute for Immunoncology and sees firsthand the impact funds raised has on research. Learn about our One Goal: https://pelotonia.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our very first crossover episode, Joe is joined by the guys of the PostRide Podcast. They discuss safe cycling, proper biking technique and, of course, the unstoppable passion that makes up our One Goal community. Learn about our One Goal: https://pelotonia.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, it's the incredible journey of community member Phil Alloy. At one point in his life, he said  "I was training for the life or death olympics."   Learn about our One Goal: https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are two roles in our community that aren't often mentioned, but are a source of profound love and inspiration: mom and dad.   Learn about our One Goal: https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. William Farrar is the CEO of The James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute. Nearly 50 years after his first, Dr. Farrar has performed his final cancer surgery. This legendary member of our One Goal community sits down to discuss the early days of his career and his vision for the future of cancer treatments.   Learn about our One Goal: https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This year, Team Bexley has reached an incredible milestone for our One Goal. Together, they are all in and have raised over three million dollars since their start.   Learn about our One Goal: https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cancer doesn't just impact one person. It impacts their loved ones and their community. For Autumn and Jake, cancer has strengthened their bond and dedication to our One Goal.   The Brink Supper Club: https://www.thebrink.club/   Great Minds: https://www.wearegreatminds.org/   Learn about our One Goal: https://pelotonia.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our 2022 Launch Party was held at Pins Mechanical Co. It was an exciting start to a year where our community is undoubtedly "all in."   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. David Cohn is the chief medical officer at The James Cancer Hospital as well as the director of Gynecologic Cancer Research and the associate director of the Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship Program at Ohio State.   In this episode, we'll get to know the man behind the title and "that human connection" he has to our One Goal.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You might have seen the inspiring photo of Brent Palmer and Bill Whistler from the Finish Line of Pelotonia 2021. In this episode, we share the incredible story behind these two men and the battles they've encountered with cancer.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Casey Henceroth and Jacquela Robinson's worlds collided at The James.   Their story is a powerful one about connections and bonds that can be formed in many ways, including as caregivers and supporters of cancer research.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the first episode of season four, we get to know some of the members of the Major Taylor Cycling Club. Not only do they ride for our One Goal, but they also ride to honor the legacy of an incredibly inspiring individual.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe is joined by our podcast producer to reflect on and discuss some of the impactful moments from season three of One Goal. See you in 2022!   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Sameek Roychowdhury is a dedicated researcher and Pelotonia participant. While he spent some time at "that school up north," his allegiances are ultimately with the Buckeyes and against cancer.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pelotonia Fellowship Program means more to these young scientists than just the funds to enable their research, or adding a line on their resume. Being selected as a Pelotonia Fellow means that someone believes enough in their work to support them. It's a point of pride. A vote of confidence. This fellowship also includes a community that they know will be there to cheer them on along the way, whether it's in the lab or on the route during ride weekend.    Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin McDowell is Olympian who won a sliver medal at the recent Tokyo games. But, he's also a cancer survivor. At a young age, Kevin's health situation threatened his athletic career.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2021, we were able to finally get the rubber back on the road and ride - not only towards the finish line - but towards a future where riders no longer have to add names on their jerseys.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As with any uncertain health journey, there were several, incredibly challenging moments. But, John eventually traded that hospital gown for a Survivor jersey.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For Doug Ulman, his challenge came in the way of three cancer diagnoses. While this could have defined him, the circumstances and community surrounding Doug helped him discover a selfless passion for seeing an end to cancer.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the midst of a dim situation, Abigail pressed on and saw it through. What she saw on the other side was a brand new chapter and a renewed sense of purpose.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, they can look back and clearly see what they've gained from this entire situation. But, it wasn't without a few dim - and even serendipitous - moments.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wendy Chioji was an amazing human being. It's truly hard to describe someone who - in many aspects - was indescribable. But, the closest we can get to explaining her character is “fearless.”   There's not much Wendy didn’t say “yes” to.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Perry is someone who’s naturally driven to give. He does this through his pediatric practice that’s a part of Central Ohio Primary Care. But, he is also deeply involved in Pelotonia as a motivating force in teamCOPC and is behind the well-known Velvet Ice Cream Ride.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features three impressive women. The first two are Marie Gibbons and Doctor Rosa Lapalombella.   While their lives and careers began 4,500 miles apart, what brings them together is the Pelotonia Fellowship Program.   In the second half of this episode, you’ll hear a real life example of one Pelotonia Fellow whose own experiences with cancer in her family fuel her determined spirit.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ethan Zohn is an incredibly empathetic individual. He's someone who knows how cancer impacts an individual and their family. He also knows - in a few different ways - what it means to be a survivor.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kind. Optimistic. Passionate. Strong. Unyielding.  These are just some of the words people have used to describe Halle Temple.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While Aaron’s cancer journey certainly had its bumps and sharp turns, it also yielded unexpected and inspiring results - like a friendship with Dr. Darrell Gray after meeting on a cancer discussion panel.   Dr. Gray and Aaron both joined us for this podcast to share their story and common passion for health equity.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Suraj has a bold vision, big goals, and as you’ll learn in this episode, is driven to make a real impact on this world.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

Our two newest additions to the Pelotonia board shared their own stories with us for this podcast - Julie Sloat from AEP and Victor Crawford from Cardinal Health. They both have incredible resumes, work for Pelotonia funding partners and are simply wonderful people.    They are also deeply connected to our work at Pelotonia, both being cancer Survivors themselves, Victor has overcome colon cancer and Julie beat breast cancer.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

The Pelotonia community is an unrivaled, deeply passionate and unstoppable movement. One of the ways we foster our connections and friendships is through the powerful stories we all share.   You’ve likely heard just some of them here on this podcast, but what about the story of how Pelotonia began?   In this episode, you’ll hear from the visionary founders whose inspirational ideas and tireless work created something nobody could have even dreamed about.   We’ll also hear from a well-known special guest at the end of this episode, someone who played a very important role in our early days.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

In this story you’re about to hear, two women found themselves in the midst of their own challenging journeys. But, through Pelotonia, they found support within each other and our community. They would also soon be able to - at least in part - answer that question “why.”   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

If you look at Mary Navarro's life, she’s had different titles: daughter, bank teller, student, wife, mother, Senior Executive Vice President and Pelotonia participant. In 2020 alone, Mary has ridden over 500 miles and has raised more than $37,000 dollars.   Mary's most recent title, though, is patient.   While cancer was in her family throughout her life, her own journey began when she noticed a small spot - no bigger than a fourth of an inch square.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

Girls with Gears has been with us from nearly the beginning, launching their Peloton in 2010.   Since then, they’ve raised more than $1 million dollars. We know those funds already have and will continue to have a positive impact on the world.    Today, we’re going to get to know the heart, dedication and personal motivation that lives within this group and thrives throughout our community.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

Steve Miner was drawn to our community in the early days of Pelotonia. Years later, he found himself as a direct beneficiary of the research he was fundraising for - including the newly-created Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

Immunotherapy holds a great deal of potential, but in order to understand why, we’re going to talk with two of the brilliant minds who are working daily to move The Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology forward.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

Jim Coleman and Bill Zito are two different men from two different backgrounds. Jim has been involved in Pelotonia since day one. Bill's first year was in 2019. Both of them have raised a significant amount of funds for our One Goal.   Professionally, they are in two different worlds - Jim is in construction and Bill is in professional sports. But personally, they both are in the same role.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

Brian Gilchrist was a man full of life. While no individual can truly be defined by words, he’s been described with “strength,” “courage,” and “dignity” among others. Those are the same sentiments that would also define his journey with cancer.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

On ride day, you may have noticed one rider in particular dressed in a Superman costume. That's Patrick Rogers, a dedicated comic book and sci-fi fan. He even named his daughter Leia after the character in Star Wars.    While Patrick's costume is an homage to his favorite superhero, he puts on the outfit to honor another “man of steel” in his life.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

In light of COVID-19, we've adapted and found a way to channel the spirit, commitment and inspiration of this community into a new, re imagined experience. This year, we are proud to introduce: My Pelotonia.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

As an active and healthy 21-year-old, Jared Sylvester was regularly involved in different kinds of sports like basketball and running. He always seemed to be moving - until the day this athlete received a diagnosis that sent him down an entirely different path.   Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

In this bonus episode, Pelotonia President and CEO Doug Ulman talks with Dr. David Cohn, Chief Medical Officer at The James Cancer Hospital.   Dr. Cohn answers questions from our community about COVID-19, things that we can be doing to help and his favorite memories from ride weekend.   To learn more about Pelotonia’s response to the coronavirus, visit Pelotonia.org/RISE.

Courtney Granville has several connections to our one goal. The first is very close to home. Courtney's mother Eileen was a focused and determined individual who lived a unique life - her cancer journey was no exception. In order to honor this amazing woman’s legacy, we named our summer internship program after her. We’ll hear more about that and all of Courtney’s ties to Pelotonia. But, let’s start with her very first connection to this community. Have a story you think should be featured on this podcast? Send an email: pelotonia@pelotonia.org. Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

As a nurse practitioner at The James Cancer Hospital, Amber Holbrook makes a daily impact in her patients’ lives.  While the day she graduated from nursing school was certainly an important day, it’s what happened just six days earlier that’s had the most profound effect on her life. Amber has been a Pelotonia participant since 2016 with Team Buckeye. On her rider profile, she features an important photo of herself and her mother Barbara. Next to it, her bio reads: “Always teaching a lesson, my mom taught us how to look and see life rather than see loss.” Amber talks about the unique and beautiful way she chooses to honor her mother’s life. Have a story you think should be featured on this podcast? Send an email: pelotonia@pelotonia.org. Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

Jyl Marazon is a wife, mother of two wonderful kids and a cancer survivor. Two years after her first ride, Pelotonia became even more personal as she embarked on her own cancer journey. Jyl has an amazing support system and wears a small reminder of that on her wrist every day. But, it’s more than just a bracelet. Have a story you think should be featured on this podcast? Send an email: pelotonia@pelotonia.org. Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

Pelotonia’s annual ride weekend is an experience unlike any other. There are thousands who come out to celebrate, ride, volunteer or cheer. This is all done to celebrate our community’s impact on cancer research. Join us as we wrap up season one. We’ll bring you into a rider’s journey - the moments where they step off their bike and reflect. At the end of this bonus episode, we are also excited to announce season two of One Goal and a new host. Have a story you think should be featured on this podcast? Please let us know by sending an email to: pelotonia@pelotonia.org. Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

Every year, more than three thousand volunteers descend on Pelotonia weekend and quite literally make our event possible. Whether it’s making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches or mixing gallons and gallons of Gatorade, each and every volunteer plays a vitally important role in our mission to end cancer.  Bill and Monda Deweese are two of those volunteers. We’ll start with them back in 2009 and what attracted them to donate their time to Pelotonia in the first place. Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

The Pelotonia Fellowship Program helps fund young scientists who are pursuing a career in cancer research. Since the program’s start in 2010, the Fellowship Program has awarded over 522 student fellowships. One of those in 2015 was Morgan Schrock Twehues - little did she know that her 4-year-old daughter would bring a whole new purpose to her work. Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

Though not all those who have been touched by cancer are still with us, their courageous spirit lives on within their loved ones. That’s something that cancer will never be able to touch. This is the case with David Schniadt - his driven, magnetic and fun-loving personality thrives through his family today, but in a special way through his young son Cal. Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/

At the age of 21, Mary Connolly was preparing to graduate from The Ohio State University. But, just a year into her college career, she had been experiencing pain behind her knee. It would turn out to be the very thing she wished it wasn’t. But, that was also the thing that moved her life and career to achieve things she never thought of before. Learn about our One Goal. https://pelotonia.org/