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Welcome to the Run Pub Podcast! Brought to you by the Oregon Brewery Running Series and Portland Running Company. We're all about motivating Oregonian's to Be Active, Have Fun, and Give Back.

Nathan Freeburg


    • Apr 19, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    Get to know Stickmen Brewing with Tim and Lauren

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 33:58


    Nathan talks with Tim Shoenheit, co-owner, and founder of Stickmen Brewing and Lauren Satterfield events and marketing. Stickmen has been around since 2012, and in this episode, Tim and Lauren talk about how they have been doing during the pandemic and offer a preview of our April 23, 2022, 5K run celebrating Earth Day!

    Catching up with Bryce Morrow, co-owner Oregon City Brewing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 34:12


    We had the pleasure of chatting with Bryce Morrow, co-founder and co-owner of Oregon City Brewing. We have a 5K event there on Saturday, March 19, 2022. Please register here then join us for a day of fun with great OCB beer!COMPLETE SCHEDULE HERE!

    Catching up with Tom Cook from Von Ebert Brewing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 27:12


    We catch up with Tom Cook, co-owner at Von Ebert Brewing.Register here for one of our 5K fun runs today!

    Interview with Rob Lutz - Head Brewer and Co-Owner StormBreaker Brewing

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2021 29:56


    We interviewed Rob Lutz, head brewer and co-owner of StormBreaker Brewing in Portland, OR, back in 2017. We learned about all things StormBreaker, and thought it would be fun to share this video again and learn more about the history of StormBreaker. It's fun to hear how much has changed in the past few years, and how StormBreaker has grown. They've added another location and have become even more of a fixture in the Oregon brewery scene. We're so excited to be back at StormBreaker as part of our 2021 schedule! Join us on August 21, 2021 at StormBreaker Brewing in North Portland!REGISTER HERE!

    Beer Tasting with Trap Door Brewing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 26:08


    We caught up with Mike Parsons, co-owner at Trap Door Brewing. He shares a bit about what the brewery is up to, we sample some beer and then talk about our next event with them later in May of 2021. 

    Join the 2-Month Hop Forward Virtual Distance Challenge!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021 19:32


    Drew and Nathan discuss the Oregon Brewery Running Series next running and walking challenge!Over the next 8 weeks, we challenge you to use one of our training plans, set an audacious goal to run, walk, or hike more than ever before, and prepare to run your first, fastest, or most fun 5K. Then, on Saturday, May 1, join us for a socially-distant-in-person (or virtual) 5K! Challenge participants get $5 off the May 1 entry. Signup here!

    Finishing Strong and Preparing for Race Day - LubDub ep 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2021 45:41


    In this episode, we hear from the master of all things Heart to Start, Tracie Rose! Tracie is the Program Manager at Basecamp Prevention + Wellness for the Providence Heart Institute. She first started as a participant with Heart to Start eight years ago. She was then a volunteer with Base Camp until moving into her current role a few years ago. Tracie shares a bit about her personal fitness journey, and five tips to help everyone finish their training strong and prepare for race day!

    Understanding your Injuries to Stay Active - LubDub ep 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2021 48:04


    In the 11th episode of the LubDub Show are joined by Eric Marchek, clinical operations manager for the Providence Sports Medicine program. We talk about aches vs pains; how to pay attention to our bodies, and understand when we might need help assessing what a little pain or discomfort really means. This is a great episode for newer runners and walkers who may not know how to interpret these things yet, but also for more experienced folks who are perhaps used to just "toughing it out" or ignoring it altogether.

    Nutrition for your Heart + Training - LubDub ep 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 57:53


    In the 10th episode of the LubDub Show, we are joined by Niki Strealy, a registered dietitian specializing in digestive health as part of Providence Sports Medicine, along with her own nutrition consulting business, Strategic Nutrition, LLC. Niki and Nathan talk about proper nutrition for optimal health in general and share helpful advice about nutritional needs before, during, and after any workout or race. Enjoy!LINKS:Follow your Heart 5K and 10K RegistrationThe Diarrhea Dietitian

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    Building Mental Toughness with Elliott Waksman - LubDub ep 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2021 40:55


    In the 9th episode of the LubDub Show, we are joined by Providence cardiologist Dr. David Schroeder, who shares some moments of joy and words of encouragement with us. And then Elliott Waksman, a Certified Mental Performance Consultant, gives us several tips for building mental toughness that can be applied to all areas of life, including our running and walking goals for the Follow Your Heart 5K & 10K in February!

    The power of our personal journeys and stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2021 44:24


    In the 8th episode of the LubDub Show, we're joined by Evelyn Martindale, the Heart to Start Champion from the Walla Walla program. We also talk with the Heart to Start program founder Dr. James Beckerman about the power of sharing our personal stories to inspire and motivate others on their journey. Sharing your story can be a tremendous gift both to you and the person you share with. EVERYONE has a story to tell. Don't be afraid to share yours.More info on the exercises mentioned can be found here.Enjoy!

    Strength Training you can do at Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2020 31:12


    In the 6th episode of the LubDub show, we're joined by Stacy Kostenbauer and Kendra McMillen, Medford Heart to Start champions, and Maicol Santos, Certified Personal Trainer, shares ways you can workout at home using nothing more than your own body to increase strength, reduce injury and improve overall fitness.More info on the exercises mentioned can be found here. Enjoy!

    How to Find Joy Through Running

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2020 37:46


    In the 5th episode of the LubDub show, we are joined by Heart to Start Champions Shannon Sherry and Jen Drew, who keep us going through a word of encouragement and information about the annual Ugly Christmas Sweater contest!Also, running writer Mark Remy shares some guidelines that may help all of us find or regain joy through running or walking. Enjoy!

    Emotional wellbeing and training.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 43:59


    In the FOURTH episode of the LubDub show, Dr. Ted Foster, Heart to Start program champion for the Willamette Valley, motivates us to get active even if we hate running, and Dr. Katharine Sluys, clinical psychologist shares helpful tips about emotional wellbeing, mindfulness, and self-acceptance as we navigate training in a virtual world.

    Is stretching right for you?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2020 36:48


    In the third episode of the LubDub show, coach Mike Pagalan stops by to say hello - and we sing happy birthday to him! Mike leads the West Portland group workouts for our usual in-person Heart to Start season.And, Eric Marchek, MPT, PT, CSCS, the clinical operations manager for the Providence Sports Medicine program talks to us about stretching. Should you, shouldn't you, what kind, he gets to all of it! Eric put together the dynamic and static stretching program that is shared on our program's portal. He is going to help all of us stay healthy on this 12-week journey and beyond.Enjoy!

    Finding the Perfect Running or Walking Shoes with Dave Harkin

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2020 43:34


    On the second episode of The LubDub, Dr. Robert Morse, Champion for the Heart to Start – Seaside group, stops by to offer some words about consistently putting in the work even when it's hard. Dave Harkin, co-owner of Portland Running Company, shares great advice on proper footwear, recovery tools,  apparel, and more.

    Heidi Davis from the Providence Community Teaching Kitchen

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2020 57:58


    We chat with Heidi Davis, Manager, Providence Community Teaching Kitchen, about how they are working to create a healthier community.We're excited to be partnering with our friends from the Providence Heart to Start program to offer you a FREE 12-week running/walking training program! Rather than focusing on pace or ability, Heart to Start encourages taking several small steps (i.e. weekly training) and working toward a remarkable finish (i.e. goal event) where we celebrate each other as a community.Unlike our previous seven monthly challenges, this challenge starts Monday, November 15, and ends on Friday, February 5. Set a challenging 12-week mileage goal and work really hard to reach it by the end!

    Introducing Threshold Brewing & Blending!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2020 41:09


    Today on the podcast, we share our conversation with co-owner Sara Szymanski from Threshold Brewing about how they got their start, how they are adapting to brewery life during a pandemic, and what makes them standout. They are about two years old, and a new brewery for us in 2020. Join us for a 5K that starts and ends at Threshold on Saturday, November 7. Details here!We also start out next challenge soon, so get more info about that here!

    Catching up with Jeff Parrish from Portland Cider Co.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2020 33:00


    Today on the podcast, we chat with Jeff Parrish from Portland Cider Co. During a recent Happy Hour as part of our PNW October Challenge, Jeff was a guest as we prepared for our 5K at Portland Cider on October 17.In this conversation, we learn about how Portland Cider Co. has been holding up during the pandemic and some of their COVID pivots. We spend the bulk of the time chatting about the PDX Community Cider.MORELearn more here about Jeff Parrish and Portland Cider Co.

    Catching up with Fort George Brewery

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020 23:50


    On this episode of the Run Pub Podcast, we talk with Taletha Egleston, the front of house manager at Fort George Brewery in Astoria, OR. Taletha was kind enough to join us for a virtual happy hour with members of our August Challenge to talk about the many ways Fort George has adapted their business, and culture, to accommodate our ever-changing pandemic world.RELATED: You. Us. Beer. An Interview with John Frausto from Fort George Brewery

    Catching up with Bryce Morrow, Oregon City Brewing

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 33:04


    Today on the podcast, we talk with Bryce Morrow, co-founder/owner of Oregon City Brewing. We chat with Bryce about how OCB is adapting to brewery life in a pandemic, how their brand new patio is helping them keep every safe, some new beer opportunities they have, appreciation for their customers, and more! Listen now!

    Welcome to the August Virtual Challenge!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2020 6:08


    For months now, we've been challenging you to notice the beauty around you. To pay attention to things you may have run or walked by without seeing. The people, places, and moments you have all shared with our community have been an encouragement to all of us as we navigate the realities of these uncertain times.Register Here!We now challenge you to Run Far and Drink Local! This is always a goal, but this August, we especially want you to focus on:Running Far - pick an August goal that is bolder than any goal you've set before! Did you accomplish 50 miles last month? Shoot for 60 this month. 100? Go for 120! We're asking you to Run or Walk further than you think you can. Go big!!!Drinking Local - See how many different local breweries you can buy beer and food from by the end of the month. Without question, this is the best way to ensure we do our part to save craft beer. Post a pic on social media, tag us, and we'll pick some winners during our weekly raffle!We invite you to be part of our virtual community here at the Oregon Brewery Running Series and experience the beauty of encouraging one another to achieve our running and walking goals. Set a specific number of miles to run or walk this month, then push yourself to hit that number!Despite these challenging times, we hope this experience will be yet another reminder that #lifeisbrewtiful with good friends and good beer.

    Catching up with John Harris from Ecliptic Brewing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2020 23:30


    Today on the podcast, we talk with John Harris, iconic Oregon brewer and owner/founder of Ecliptic Brewing. We spoke with John during one of our challenge happy hour chats about how Ecliptic is weathering the pandemic, safety measures they have in place for re-opening, some collab beers, and more!

    The Only Three Things you Need to Know About Running with Mark Remy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2020 26:50


    Running Through Cancer with Shannon Preston

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2020 26:42


    Today on the podcast, we're chatting with Shannon Preston about how she is managing to run through her cancer treatment. Shannon is a Brew Crew member, volunteer, and all-around awesome human being. Listen now and be inspired!

    Welcome to the July Virtual Distance Challenge

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2020 20:51


    Today on the podcast, Drew and Nathan share a little welcome for the July VIRTUAL Distance Challenge. In addition to welcoming everyone, we crack some corny dad jokes, share information about how the challenge works (and prizes too!), and also a bit about why these virtual challenges are meaningful to us.REGISTER FOR THE JULY CHALLENGE HERE!Listen now, and if you're not already signed up, join us here! You can register at any point during the month. We're all about pushing ourselves to achieve our running and walking goals.

    Exploring the Brewtiful Moments from the June Virtual Challenge

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2020 25:54


    Today on the podcast, you get to hear from 5 members of our community who were part of the June Virtual Distance Challenge. They share some of the people, places, and moments of beauty they have noticed over the past 30 days. We recorded this during a recent Saturday Zoom Happy Hour, which is part of the challenge and has been a really fun way to hear from great guests and get to know our community members as we connect with like-minded individuals

    Food Justice with the Oregon Food Bank

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 30:38


    Happy birthday Public Coast Brewing!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2020 20:21


    We had Ryan Snyder, owner of Public Coast Brewing on a recent Zoom Happy Hour chat with our June Challenge participants. We spoke to us about how the brewery is doing, how the city of Cannon Beach is handling the shutdown, and things they are looking forward to. Listen now then go get some Public Coast beer! 

    Strength Training with Kerry Nolan from Rokke Sports

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 32:18


    How to Assemble the Perfect Running Playlist

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2020 37:19


    Today on the podcast, Drew, Michelle, and Nathan are talking about our favorite music to run to. We talk about how we pick music, when and why we do and do not run with music, and some of our favorite songs.Below is a playlist of a few of our favorites!LISTEN ON APPLE MUSICLISTEN ON SPOTIFY

    Building HOPE with Bryan Shull from Trap Door Brewing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2020 21:01


    Running in the Time of Pandemic with Dave Harkin

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 30:09


    This week on the podcast, you get to hear another one of our Zoom happy hour calls from our virtual challenge! We're talking with members of our community about how their running is going towards their Challenge goals. We also interview Dave Harkin, co-owner of Portland Running Company, who shares some tips and ideas about making the most of running during a pandemic.

    COVID Drinking Games with Dan Malech from StormBreaker Brewing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 31:48


    Dan Malech from STORMBREAKER BREWING talked with our May Challenge about how the brewery is doing right now, what they've been able to do for their staff, some fun drinking games (one involving movies and the other involving running), and more about the state of the brewing world.

    Emerge Stronger with the Oregon Food Bank

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 25:10


    Today on the podcast, we're chatting with Kyle Hummel, the Corporate and Community Relations Officer with the Oregon Food Bank. He joined us for our Zoom call this past Saturday and did a great job explaining not only what the Oregon Food Bank is all about, but also painting a picture about the current need during the COVID crisis.

    Setting Goals for the May Virtual Challenge

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 31:30


    A Virtual Update from Migration Brewing

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2020 31:06


    The April Virtual Running Challenge!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 28:31


    A peak at our virtual challenge happy hour.

    An update on the 2020 Oregon Brewery Running Series Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2020 22:40


    We have taken a couple of weeks off from the podcast because, our events have been postponed for a but due to the coronavirus. We've been scrambling a bit to communicate with everyone and figure out what this means for us and the 2020 season.But Drew and Nathan decided we should enjoy a virtual happy hour via Facebook Live to update everyone. This podcast episode is that conversation. We discuss what's going on with the Oregon Brewery Running series right now, ways to stay connected, some virtual run ideas, an online store, and more. Enjoy.

    Better Living with Jamie Floyd of Ninkasi Brewing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2020 75:14


    In this episode of the podcast, we talk with Jamie Floyd, co-founder, and Brewmaster at Ninkasi Brewing Co. in Eugene OR. We don't talk much specifically about Ninkasi beer, but we do dive into the motivations, inspirations, and aspirations of Ninkasi Brewing Co.We're hosting a 5K Fun run/walk on March 21 with Ninkasi in Eugene and would love to invite you to join us!

    A Unique Experience at Ferment Brewing with Dan Peterson

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2020 39:36


    Chatting with co-owner Dan and Jenn Peterson about Ferment Brewing in Hood River Oregon. REGISTER FOR OUR NEXT RUN HERE!

    A Pub Chat with Five Women's Olympic Marathon Trials Qualifiers

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2020 55:23


    In this episode of the podcast, we talked with five of the fastest women in Portland featuring Olympic marathon trials qualifiers, Carrie Dimoff, Jeannette Faber, Fiona Fallon, Susie Rivard, and Jessie Vickers.Welcome to another installment of the Oregon Brewery Running Series Podcast; Inspiring Oregonians to Be Active, Have Fun, and Give Back. We host family-friendly, 5K fun runs that start and end at some of Oregon's best breweries.REGISTER FOR OUR NEXT RUN HERE!

    World-Class Beer with Tom Cook and Von Ebert Brewing

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2020 35:04


    Today on the podcast I get to share my interview with Tom Cook, founder of Von Ebert Brewing.REGISTER FOR OUR NEXT RUN HERE!This is actually a re-release episode I did with Tom about a year ago, but since SO MUCH has changed with Tom and Von Ebert over the past year, I thought we would re-release it in anticipation of our run later this spring. I also include an update at the end of the episode. Tom and I chatted on the phone recently where we updated me on all things Von Ebert, and what it's like being a new dad.

    Take your running to the next level with Shasta Zielke

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 32:25


    In this episode of the podcast, I chat with Shasta Zielke, co-founder of the Rose City Track Club, who shares a few tips for taking your running to the next level.The main reason I wanted to interview Shasta, was to ask her to share some simple tips with our audience and for anyone interested in joining our 2020 Portland Half Marathon Team. You can signup here and train with us to complete the 13.1-mile race on October 4, 2020.RELATEDWhy you should run the Rose City Mile.A Conversation with Runner/Musician Liz Anjos

    Jason Barbee and Shane Watterson from LEVEL Beer

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2020 57:07


    Today on the podcast we chat with co-brewers/owners Jason Barbee and Shane Watterson from LEVEL beer in NE PDX. We talk about LEVEL's origin story, their emphasis on the family-friendly nature of the brewery, and how it has become a gathering place for the community. We also discuss their name and retro gaming vibe, and what they do to stay active when they're not cleaning brewing equipment. Listen now!THINGS WE MENTIONLEVEL BeerRegister for our 5K Fun RunBailey's TaproomABOUT USYou are listening to the Run Pub Podcast brought to you by the Oregon Brewery Running Series and Portland running company. The Run Pub Podcast is all about inspiring Oregonians to Be Active, Have Fun and Give Back. We host family-friendly, 5K fun runs that start and end at some of Oregon's best breweries. If you're looking for an untimed 5K in Portland or around the state, click the link below and join us!

    Thru-Hiking with Gleb Velikonov

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2020 36:42


    In this episode of the podcast, I chat with my buddy Gleb Velikonov about the joys of thru-hiking - the process of hiking an end-to-end hiking trail or long-distance trail with continuous footsteps in one direction while carrying more everything you need to survive for days and weeks at a time.Things We Mention:Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)Appalachian (AT) trailArizona Trail, Loowit TrailCamino de PortuguesCamino de SantiagoGleb and I talk about the physical, mental, and emotional toll this can take on a person, but also the peace and serenity that comes when you're unplugged from modern comforts.ABOUT USThe Oregon Brewery Running Series is about inspiring Oregonians to Be Active, Have Fun, and Give Back. We host family-friendly, 5K fun runs that start and end at some of Oregon's best breweries. Register for our next run here!

    Paula Harkin!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2019 53:39


    Paula Harkin, lifelong Oregonian, and founder of Run With Paula Events, has created a vibrant community for local runners that includes Portland Running Company, Portland Fit, the Hippie Chick Women's Run/Walk Academy, and many marquee events. Things we Mention:The Run PubPortland Running CompanyOur kickoff event on January 18, 2020Run with Paula EventsUnion Gospel Mission PortlandRun Fast Eat Slow CookbookContact Nathan with guest ideas

    All about the Run Pub with Dave Harkin

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2019 36:20


    Nathan chats with Dave Harkin about the new Run Pub in NW Portland. They also talk about staying fit into your 50's, finding the motivation to achieve your goals and a few other fun things you won't want to miss. Things we Mention:The Run PubPortland Running CompanyOur kickoff event on January 18, 2020Contact Nathan with guest ideas

    Introducing the Run Pub Podcast!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2019 7:41


    We are now the Run Pub Podcast! Mostly the same, but also a little different. Listen to learn more about what this means for the show.Things we Mention:The Run PubPortland Running CompanyOur kickoff event on January 18, 2020Contact Nathan with guest ideas

    Fun Events in October 2019 with Ashley from Brewvana

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2019 27:48


    Chatting with Ashley Rose Salvitti, the creator of Brewvana Portland Through Craft. This is the second in our regular series on the show where we discuss all of the fun and interesting events going on in and around Portland.Ashley is a bit of an expert on these matters, and since we're all about Being Active, Having Fun, and Giving Back here at the Oregon Brewery Running Series, we want to help all of you discover more ways to do those things when you're not participating in our events.RELATED: Learn more about BrewvanaABOUT USThe Oregon Brewery Running Series is about inspiring Oregonians to Be Active, Have Fun, and Give Back. We host family-friendly, 5K fun runs that start and end at some of Oregon's best breweries. Register for our next run here! Our theme music, the Oregon Song, is written and performed by James Hoffman.

    DIY Punk Rock with Rik Hall from Baerlic Brewing

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2019 38:35


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