The SPARC Podcast

Download the RUN STORY app now! And follow @madewithrunstory creator, Mike Mariano @mikeruns26.2 – Thanks for listening!

In this episode, Jo and Jon got to hear all about Edwin's Tokyo experience! Congrats to Ed for finishing THE Tokyo Marathon, along with all those who were with him. Thanks for listening

In this episode we connect with Chris Anton (ASICS, Ciele Athletics, INAKA) and talk all things miles, food, and good vibes in Texas! Follow Chris on IG: @irunfortacos

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at SPARC WORLDWIDE!

In this episode of SPARC TALKS we chat with some of the crew about the amazing, emotional, spiritual, and triumphant experience of FINISHING THE CHICAGO MARATHON!

In this episode we've got Lars Peterson with us – a runner/swimmer/cyclist from Copenhagen, and founder of SAYSKY, an active apparel brand (that we absolutely love!) that perfectly combines fashion and function. It was great to connect with Lars and we're glad to share the conversation with you! Follow Lars on Strava and on IG: @larscpedersen, and SAYSKY @sayskycph

In this episode we've got Lo Johnson with us! He's a Hall of Famer, former NFL player, six time marathon runner (and counting), and the founder of @runnersrun_. Follow Lo @so_thankful10 on IG!

In this episode we've got MIKE SAES on with us – one of the most important figures in run culture! Mike's the founder of BRIDGE RUNNERS and Bridge The Gap, and pretty much the Godfather of Run Crews. Follow @mikesaes and @bridgerunners

In this episode we had the privilege and pleasure of chatting with Jessica Hood! She's an entrepreneur, content creator, and photographer based in DC – and she's obviously an incredible runner and person! Follow Jessica in IG @jessrhood

In this episode of SPARC Talks, we get to know a little more about our CAPTAINS. Thanks for listening, and if you're in Virginia Beach area hope to see you at our next run!

In this episode, it was our privilege to chat with Paul Lang from ASICS. He's currently in Boston, has had an illustrious career in the running world, and we were stoked to be able to share in his passion for the sport, community, and of course the gear!

In this episode we got to chat with Jenn Padilla, an incredible woman, runner, athlete, and Founding Head Trainer for @nikestudios! Follow Jenn on Instagram, @sweatwithjenn. Thanks for listening

We had a great time chatting it up with Alex Hermanson aka Herm aka "big dude who runs a lot." Follow @herm.runs and @notyetnamedrc on Instagram!

In this episode we chat with Sandy Namgung! She's a mother, runner, and advocate from Seattle, WA; part of the Brooks Running Collective; and a captain for @run_csrd – amongst so many other wonderful things!

Join Jo and Edwin as they talk about the 2nd annual ABOVE THE CLOUDS 5k, AANHPI month, and an action-packed May heading into the summertime!

We've got MATTY K with us on the pod! In this episode we talk about his run journey and his passion for the sport, for motivating others, and coaching athletes to achieve higher. Follow @mattykruns on Instagram!

In this episode we chat with Chris Kash, DMV Tech Rep for ASICS! He's like family to us, especially as we share the same passion for the sport of running and the value of community... and of course ASICS. "Sound Mind, Sound Body."

We've got Joe Howe with us on the pod, a husband, dad of 2, RRCA Certified Coach, and founder of Howe Running Co. Follow Joe on IG: @howe.josephj

Join the SPARC crew as they recap their experience at The Cherry Blossom 10-Mile Run in Washington DC!

In this episode we chat with Matt Green – Designer, Runner, and DJ out of Washington DC! He's the cofounder of District Running Collective and has been tremendously influential in his community. Follow on IG: @marsgreen @DistrictRunningCollective @marsxdesign @friendsonmars_

In this episode we get the fam together to talk about our local race experiences this Spring season, and all the awesome things going on around and within SPARC and the 757.

Listen to this episode, where we chat with Paige Carter, Marketing Director for HEARTBREAK (among many other things)! She's an incredible runner with a great running story, and such a cool hang. Follow her @paigecarterrun and @heartbreak.run

We've got Michael Kim (MK) with us in this episode! MK is a father, coach, and an excellent runner with a story to match. Follow Michael Kim @AllHeartRC

Join us as we talk about running GEAR! Thanks for listening, and check out sparcworldwide.org for news, merch, and events

Jordan Marie Daniel is a mom, wife, runner, Lakota, and founder of @rising_hearts — to name only a few. She has an incredible story of power, dedication, and compassion, and is making a tremendous impact for the voiceless. We're privileged to have her on the pod, and glad you get to hear what she has to say! Follow on IG: @rising_hearts & @nativein_la

In this episode had the privilege of chatting it up with Thomas Neuberger, founder of @believeintherun and co-founder of Big Run Media!

Join Jo and Edwin in this episode about ROUTINES. What are the things you do to make the day productive/successful? What things do you want to improve on this year? Once a month we'll be chatting with the team, so listen along as we sparc the conversation about the things we do to prepare for our days.

We had such a fun time chatting it up with Carmen Khan, an incredible runner and Captain for Koreatown Run Club in LA! Follow Carmen @carmk1 and K/RC @koreatownrunclub

In this episode we got to chat with Jerry Francois: a father, runner, coach, 2:41 marathoner, owner of Goldfinger Track Club, founder of Black Miles Matter, and creative director for PYNRS — how's that for a man of many hats? Follow Coach J on IG @kingparkergold2001

In this episode we talk with James Ro, founder of Atlanta Run Club. James is doing big things in and for his community, and if you're ever in ATL make sure you join ARC for a run! @atlantarunclub

He's the author of "SLOW AF RUN CLUB: the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to run," and founder of @runslowaf. Martinus Evans (@300poundsandrunning) has been featured in some of the biggest stages like the NY Times, Good Morning America, Men's Health, Runner's World — you name it! He's got an incredible story, and we got to chat with him about it in this episode. Follow Martinus on IG, buy his book, and get connected with Slow AF Run Club!

In this episode we've got the wonderful and talented Tenia Fisher with us. She is a Co-Founder of the F.E.A.R. MKE Run Crew, Health & Wellness Director with Social x MKE, and an @asics Ambassador, amongst many other things. Follow her @teefish and get connected with @fearmke!

In this episode we talk about the recent Richmond Marathon and Marine Corps Marathon with our friends who ran and COMPLETED them!

In this episode we've got Terry White with us. He's a runner from NYC, and founder of WOLACO—an active apparel brand that combines fashion & function, with some of the best compression gear you'll ever wear. Listen as we talk about his "way of life" and the inspiration that led to WOLACO.

In this episode we've got Jean Mike Remy! Remy, better known as Mr. Wonderful is a coach and triathlete from Boston. We talk about the city of Boston and the culture of running in the city, what it takes to be a triathete, and bouncing back from injury. Follow him on the gram at @_mr1derful

In this episode we've got Kyle Whalum! Kyle's a proud father, an ultra runner, ambassador for Path Projects, and an accomplished professional musician. Follow him on IG @kylewhalum. Thanks for listening!

SPARC finished the Chicago Marathon! In this episode the team talked all about marathon weekend, from their travels to all the friends they met, to the food, to the unforgettable experience shared with the worldwide running community.

We had a great time talking with Danielle Nabak, an ASICS ambassador, a registered dietician, a @FEARMKE captain — someone who's just doing some incredible work for the people of Milwaukee. Follow her @danielle.nabak

In this episode we've got the legendary Tim Rossi on with us! Tim is a NYC runner, co-founder of @lostboystrackclub, head of brand marketing for BANDIT Running, and is always doing some amazing things for the community and the running world.

Aisyah Rafaee is Singapore's first Olympic rower, @hydrow athlete, a Mental Performance & Running coach—founder of @mentalexcellenceco—and an extraordinary person that we were so privileged to have on the pod! Learn more about Mental Performance coaching at mentalescellenceco.com

Sid is truly a disruptor in the running industry, leveraging run culture to unite diverse communities. We had the privilege of talking with Sidney Baptista, a visionary, founder of @pioneersrc and @pynrs_, and so much more. Hear his story and some of the amazing stuff he's bringing into the running world!

We had so much fun in this episode with Kelly Roberts —— running coach, creator of the @badassladygang, podcaster, and a fellow Disney lover! We're so glad to have her on to share her story and such valuable insight on run culture. Follow her on IG @kellykkroberts

Jo and Edwin chat with Starla Garcia, dietitian and marathoner who has a running & life story full of success, resiliency, and community/family support. In this episode she provides some tremendous insight on fueling for peak performance——thanks for listening!

We got the chance to chat with David Lenneman, Global Team Captain for ASICS FrontRunner and actor currently living in Stockholm, Sweden. Follow David on IG @davidlenneman (and catch him on Netflix!).

In this episode we chat with the brilliant Jessica Murphy, co-founder of BibRave and an extraordinary runner of 26 marathons and counting! Give her a follow on Instagram @jmurphy628 and also plug into the running community with @bibrave.

In this episode we capture the moment with @p.alvarezfilms (follow on IG!), talking about his unique perspective on running and the achievements his passion has led him so far!

If you haven't already noticed all our wrists at SPARC, we absolutely love our ArtiKen bracelets. We are incredibly honored to have Chris Hough on the pod, founder of ArtiKen. He's such a great person and it was fun to chat with him. Go to artiken.com to purchase the dopest handmade bracelets from Kenya artisans, and learn more about the ArtiKen story. @artiken on IG

He's a Runner. Creator. Contributor. Comrade. Disruptor. Podcaster. Drew Hartman does it all! We were super honored to have him on this episode and talk about Tracksmith, his running journey, disrupting the norm, and more. Follow Drew on IG: @hartman.io and check out his podcast @running.theshow **Shop amazing run apparel at tracksmith.com, and be sure to use code DWRGIVE**

We've got Stretch Murphy on this episode, who started MILES FOR JUSTICE and has been leading an incredible example of perseverance, consistency, and compassion... and did we mention that he's an insanely talented runner? Follow @stretchmurphy and check out milesforjustice.org

The SPARC Podcast turns 1! In this episode the SPARC team reflects on an eventful year of building friendship and community through running. Thanks to everyone for all the support, and for listening to all the awesome conversations we've had with incredible people over the past year!

Yo! This was a banger of an episode with David Jaewon Oh — an incredibly talented photographer, and creator of CLUB SEATTLE RUNNERS DIVISION. Follow David and CSRD on Instagram: @thisisdizzle @run_csrd