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A podcast covering books, beverages, outdoor adventures, and the other general BS of the day. The aim of this podcast is to encourage people to read widely, enjoy good beverages (in moderation), get outside, and have good conversations about what is experienced along the way. We hope we can achieve this all while serving as good company for our listeners. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bourbon-bookshelf/support

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    • Apr 15, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 3m AVG DURATION
    • 101 EPISODES


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    WP 31: Umstead 100 and Boston Marathon

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 76:51


    Join us as we do a debrief on John's journey through the Umstead 100 held on 4/5/25. We also discuss Jared's strategy, training, and goals for the upcoming Boston Marathon. Finally, we continue our discussion on the Kindle and discuss Jared's recent purchase. IG: @weather.permitting_ Substack: @weatherpermitting

    WP 28: Umstead 100 Briefing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 60:48


    Join us as we visit with John about his game plan for the upcoming Umstead 100 being held on 4/5/25 in Umstead State Park North Carolina. We also discuss the pros and cons of music or no music on runs, catch up on our current reads, and also our recent TV viewings. Thanks for hanging out, talk to you soon.Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @weather.permitting_

    WP 29: Back to the Books!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 65:27


    Join us as we take the show back to the books. In this episode we discuss A Walk in the Park by Kevin Fedarko, Cabin by Patrick Hutchison, Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak, and Travels with Charley by John Steinbeck. We also discuss mass market paperbacks, the Wall Street Journal, limiting social media, not drinking much, and lots of other jabber. Enjoy!Follow us on IG: @weather.permitting_

    WP 28: Wilderness Dreaming

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 61:15


    In this episode we dog on Jared a little bit (because he isn't here to defend himself), pitch our Substacks, discuss John's day out at the HAROC 50K, plan some hypothetical summer mountain runs, catch up on what we are reading, do some dreaming of wilderness adventure, discuss Barry's day at the Big Bend 30K, and finish with our current training strategies. We hope you enjoy the show. Leave us a comment and let us know what you think. If you are new here and enjoyed it, please give us a follow and tell a friend. Follow us on Instagram: Barry John Jared and Substack: Barry John

    WP 27: Goals and Reflections

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 64:58


    Join us as we discuss our 2025 goals and reflect on the great year of 2024. Leave some of your goals in the comments! If you enjoyed the show, please share it with your friends and give us a follow and review! We would love for you to hang out with us in other places as well: Instagram Strava Club

    Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025 0:26


    Weather Permitting #26: Giardia Returns

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 74:49


    Welcome Back! Another jam packed episode for you folks. We discuss: What causes inconsistencies in our training Honolulu Marathon (12/7) - Training block, goals, and the course The importance of consistency in training Javelina Dreaming Past Races (for us and others) Backpacking the Pecos Wilderness Drinking unfiltered water (giardia returns, if you know you know) Old Fort Endurance Fest benefitting Old Fort North Carolina Inauthenticity amongst influencers Brendan Leonard's writing. We hope you enjoy! Follow us on IG: @weather.permitting_ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #25: Uwharrie 100K

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 83:34


    Another jam packed episode! We discuss: John's finish at the Uwharrie 100K, the journey there, what's next, Ironman / UTMB / Active.Com complaints, Issues with overnight races in state parks, Race Swag after a DNS / DNF / Volunteering, A brief complaint on mosquitos, Our thoughts on 5Ks and 10Ks (they matter too), John V. Johnny Blue Skies / Sturgill Simpson, Planning a race for all of us (Javelina?), and other rambling. Enjoy! Please consider following us on Instagram @weather.permitting_ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #24: How much?!?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 75:26


    We have a jam packed episode for you this week! Topics include: - A review of Andrew Glaze's running budget (as we figure it). - How John D. became a sponsored athlete, and how he is training for Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock. - Long run fueling (Untapped, Ketone IQ, Tailwind, GU). - An encounter with Wild Burros. - Jared's golf bug. - Another "Would you rather?" - How John D. became the "Rez Bear" and other bear talk. - Reading ruts and how to read more. Thanks for tuning in and let us know what you think! Follow us on IG: @weather.permitting_ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting: Cabin Session

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 63:28


    Join us as we do a miles logged report on the beautiful and difficult Philmont Trail Race 50 Mile and Marathon distance in the incredible Sangre De Cristo mountains in Northern New Mexico. Always great to be back at the cabin. Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #23

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 71:27


    Join us as we get a briefing from John (50 Mile) and Barry (Marathon) on their strategies / moods / goals for the Philmont Trail Race to be held on August 3rd, 2024. Further conversation around triathlon and cycling woes, Jared's 2nd place finish in a recent 8K, gear for Philmont, quitting drinking (?!), a fun "Would you rather" - give us your answer in the poll! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #21

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 64:35


    In this episode we discuss the Spring Energy Controversy, Jared repaying his vert bet debt, and John recaps his Ridge to Rails 50K. Many other sidebars along the way! We hope you enjoy the show and we thank you for listening. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #21

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 26:56


    A Books Episode! In this episode we discuss Run Like a Pro by Matt Fitzgerald, The Outsider by Stephen King, and the use of AI in writing. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #20

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 40:43


    Dropping some episodes we should have dropped long ago, sorry for the delays, good action coming your way soon! Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #19

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 17:08


    BOOKS In this episode we discuss a recent run of DNF, a different way of tracking reading goals to allow for DNFs, what Jared is working on, Ricochet by Taylor Moore, The Running Man by Stephen King, and James Wade and Taylor Moore new book announcements. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #18

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 37:55


    LOG MILES In this episode we discuss John's recent attempt at a 24 Hour race and the lessons learned, Jared's plan to pay back his vert bet debt, Garmin watch talk / testing features, Desert Solitaire, and Palo Duro Trail Run's actual big announcement (and an apology to them). Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #17

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 28:37


    BOOKS EPISODE Join us as we discuss How Bad Do You Want It by Matt Fitzgerald, The Warrior Poet Way by John Lovell, and True Grit by Charles Portis. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #16

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 44:55


    A LOG MILES EPISODE Join us as we discuss Jared's wedding, Barry's trip to Hawaii, the Houston Marathon, John's new vices and upcoming races, and the Big Bend Ultra. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Miles Logged Report: Big Bend Ultra

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2024 22:51


    Join Barry as he gives a quick recap of the Big Bend Ultra held on January 15, 2024. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #15

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2024 49:51


    In this episode we recap our year of 2023, discuss our aspirations for 2024, and chat about some upcoming races. Enjoy! Thanks for listening, tell a friend! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #14

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2023 26:33


    A LOG MILES EPISODE In this episode we discuss John's volunteerism and the Uwharrie 100 and many other things. If you enjoy the show, please ⁠subscribe⁠ to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our ⁠website⁠ is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our ⁠Bookshop Store⁠, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our ⁠Strava Club⁠ to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #13

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 38:35


    A STACK BOOKS EPISODE. In this episode we discuss long flights and getting your steps in, Baby Step Millionaire by Dave Ramsey and other Dave Ramsey talk, John's DNF streak, The Stand by Stephen King, the definition of "fantasy", Hawaii by James Michener, Kindle Paper Whites vs. iPads vs. Laptops. Talk to you next week! If you enjoy the show, please ⁠subscribe⁠ to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our ⁠website⁠ is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our ⁠Bookshop Store⁠, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our ⁠Strava Club⁠ to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #12

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2023 54:11


    The whole crew is back together for this one. Join us as we discuss Jared's trip to Japan, drop down finishes, different footwear, Garmin watches, and many other things. Talk to you next week, enjoy! If you enjoy the show, please ⁠subscribe⁠ to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our ⁠website⁠ is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our ⁠Bookshop Store⁠, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our ⁠Strava Club⁠ to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    WP #11 - Jared's Fat Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 41:20


    Jared is in Japan, so join John D. and Barry (Jared's Fat Friends) as they discuss their poor discipline and worse eating habits and what they think needs to be done to resolve them! If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #10

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 17:47


    A "STACK BOOKS" EPISODE. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Miles Logged Report: PDC 50K DNF

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 14:39


    Join Barry has he discusses his DNF at the Palo Duro Trail Run 50K. If you enjoy the show, please ⁠subscribe⁠ to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our ⁠website⁠ is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our ⁠Bookshop Store⁠, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our ⁠Strava Club⁠ to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #9

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 41:36


    A "LOG MILES" EPISODE. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #8

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 28:48


    A "STACK BOOKS" EPISODE. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Miles Logged Report: PM2HR 50K

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 31:13


    Join John D. has he discusses running his first 50K at the Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock 50K in North Carolina. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #7

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 42:45


    A "LOG MILES" EPISODE. As previously mentioned, we are now going to go to weekly, more focused episodes, primarily "stack books" episodes and "log miles" episodes - but you never know what you may get! If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #6

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023 62:14


    In this episode, we discuss caffeine intake, UTMB, the Davis Mountains Preserve, and John's upcoming 20 mile race. Enjoy! We will soon be switching to weekly episodes!! Stay tuned. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #5

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2023 57:12


    FKA The Bourbon Bookshelf Podcast. In this episode we discuss hiking in the Sauratown Mountains, a trip to Zion National Park that got dicey, snorkeling, rest days, and an update on our current reads and the vert bet. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    WEATHER PERMITTING #4

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 57:09


    FKA The Bourbon Bookshelf Podcast. In this episode we discuss climbing Green Mountain in Colorado, time trials and tribulations, Palo Duro Canyon running, running through botanical gardens in Hawaii, The Longest Race by Kara Goucher, The Stand by Stephen King, and briefly discuss Peter Hellers new book, The Last Ranger. Enjoy! If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Weather Permitting #3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2023 65:09


    FKA The Bourbon Bookshelf Podcast. In this episode we discuss climbing Wheeler Peak / Northern New Mexico, the Mountains to Sea Trail, get an update on the vert bet, and discuss what we are currently reading and some our of recent reading woes. Enjoy! If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Ep. 2: WEATHER PERMITTING

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2023 64:59


    FKA The Bourbon Bookshelf Podcast. In this episode, we get into a heated debate about our "vert" bet, which we settle and establish the parameters of. We discuss The Haunted Mesa by Louis L'amour, Buffalo Wagons by Elmer Kelton, and Only the Dead by Jack Carr. We also discuss Jared's failed efforts to finish Fairy Tale by Stephen King in his allotted time. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Ep. 1: WEATHER PERMITTING

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2023 76:15


    WELCOME to Weather Permitting #1!!! In this episode we discuss the rebranding of The Bourbon Bookshelf Podcast to the Weather Permitting Podcast, other potential names, Garmin equipment, running coaches, and Choosing to Run by Des Linden. Let us know what you think! If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Bourbon Bookshelf Episode 5: Us Tub Tubs Gotta Run Too

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2023 77:03


    PREVIOUSLY UNAVAILABLE: Our 5th Episode. Please be Patient and Enjoy. Topics discussed in this podcast include Sphere by Michael Chrichton, In The Distance by Hernan Diaz, Everything's Eventual by Stephen King, The Hunger Games Trilogy, and some advice on what to tell people if they give you grief for signing up for a marathon during the paaaandemic. We also discuss a few stock pics and our favorite sunglasses. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Bourbon Bookshelf Episode 4: Swamp Fox , Alone on the Wall, and other musings.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2023 55:20


    PREVIOUSLY UNAVAILABLE: Our 4th Episode. Please be patient and Enjoy. Topics discussed in this episode of the podcast include Swamp Fox by John Oller, Alone on the Wall by Alex Honnold, Naked Economics and Naked Statistics by Charles Wheelen. Further discussion revolved around hiking the Pecos Wilderness, running and running shoes, reading styles and tactics, and other general ramblings. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Bourbon Bookshelf Episode 3: Paaaaaandemic Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 82:41


    PREVIOUSLY UNAVAILABLE: Our 3rd ever episode. Please be patient and enjoy. Topics Discussed: Day drinking, running, virtual races, Whole30, Las Vegas, lots of other items. No book, no agenda, just 3 friends getting together during the paaandemic. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Bourbon Bookshelf Episode 2: Come and Take It

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 87:38


    PREVIOUSLY UNAVAILABLE: Our 2nd Ever Episode Topics discussed include Sam Houston and the Alamo Avengers by Brian Kilmeade, Ponca, Arkansas, running an Ultra Marathon, and a handful of other things. Enjoy. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Bourbon Bookshelf Episode 1: It'll Do Until a Mess Gets Here.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 42:40


    PREVIOUSLY UNAVAILABLE: Our very first episode. Please be patient and enjoy! Topics Covered: No Country For Old Men by Cormac McCarthy, comparison between the book and the movie, comparisons between between cheap and higher end bourbon, Indiana Bourbon, and other general BS. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Episode 65: The End of an Era!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 62:38


    In this episode we discuss Jared's Boston Marathon experience. John's saga at the Firefly 12 Hour. We also make a huge announcement about big changes coming to the show...STAY TUNED! If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weather-permitting/support

    Episode 64: Been Away but Back Today

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2023 86:32


    ....and there ain't no place we'd rather be. In this episode we discuss the upcoming Boston Marathon and Jared's prep for it, John's prep and plan for the Firefly 12 Hour, aid station volunteer experiences, and just catch up a little bit. We also discuss How to Astronaut by Terry Virts, The Rise of the Ultrarunners by Adharanand Finn, and Crossing by William Sheen. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is has everything you could possibly need from us. Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! PS: If you are more interested in the "logging miles" portion of the show, join our Strava Club to see how you stack up with us and other listeners! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbon-bookshelf/support

    Episode 63: Red Light, Green Light

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2023 71:52


    In this episode we discuss Down Range by Taylor Moore, Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey, and Butcher's Crossing by John Williams. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is finally live! Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bourbon-bookshelf/support

    Episode 62: New Year New Us Part Deux

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2023 72:34


    Happy New Year everybody. In this episode we discuss Jared's move to Hawaii and his engagement to his fiance. After we discuss the Big Bend Ultra and the Big Bend region of Texas. We finish off the episode discussing our goals for 2023 and a brief reflection on 2022. Our last episode was our most downloaded episode ever, we cannot thank our listeners enough. We could not, and would not, do this without you. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is finally live! Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bourbon-bookshelf/support

    Ep. 61 - The Passenger by Cormac McCarthy

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2022 65:01


    Join us for a discussion of the latest release from Cormac McCarthy, The Passenger! *SPOILERS MAY BE PRESENT IN THIS EPISODE* If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is finally live! Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bourbon-bookshelf/support

    Episode 60: DNF

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 76:46


    In this episode we discuss Scars and Stripes by Tim Kennedy, The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger, and The Fisherman by John Langan. We also get a status update on John and Barry's bet, catch up with Jared on his recent half marathon PR attempt, and talk about a particularly tricky scam call. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is finally live! Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bourbon-bookshelf/support

    Episode 59: Halloween 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 89:15


    Due to technical difficulties, this episode is completely unedited - viewer discretion is advised. In this episode, John and Barry get in a heated debate and establish some competition. Jared is required to mediate. Book discussion involved It by Stephen King, The Girl Who Played With Fire by Stieg Larson, and Anything for Billy by Larry McMurtry. Halloween discussion is minimal. We hope you enjoy! If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is finally live! Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bourbon-bookshelf/support

    Ep. 58 - Sometime the Wolf.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 72:37


    In this episode we discuss Blood Meridian by Cormac McCarthy, The Shadows by Alex North, and 11/22/63 by Stephen King. It's been a while since we talked, so the remainder of the episode was just jabbering and catching up, but always a great chat with the group. Enjoy! If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is finally live! Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bourbon-bookshelf/support

    Episode 57: A Conversation with James Wade

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2022 86:24


    In this episode, we sit down with our good friend James Wade and discuss his new novel, Beasts of the Earth. We also discuss the geography of Texas, prose vs. story, some new books by Cormac McCarthy, and all sorts of other things. We really enjoyed this talk and we know that you will, too! Find James Wade on his Instagram or his website. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is finally live! Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website, from our Bookshop Store, or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bourbon-bookshelf/support

    Episode 56: Long Drive Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2022 96:53


    In this episode we discuss Dream Catcher by Stephen King, The Water is Wide by Pat Conroy, and Buck Fever and Bone Dry by Ben Rehder. We also discuss tequilas and possible concoctions, recent adventures, our running "why", book binges, and John being able to "handle his own shit". If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to and rate the podcast and tell your friends! This is the best way for us to grow. Also, don't forget to follow us on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us anytime on Instagram, we make a genuine effort to reply to all inquiries. Lastly, our website is finally live! Go give it a look and tell us what you think. If you would like to read the books discussed in this episode, or any episode, please consider purchasing through the links provided on the website or by clicking on the links provided in the description to help support the show. Patreon and merch coming soon! Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bourbon-bookshelf/support

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