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Presented by Athletics Ontario, the Trillium Running Podcast explores the stories behind trail and road running in Ontario. A main goal of the Trillium Running Podcast will be to reach those that we are not already reaching, to give voice to the underrepresented members of our community and bring these stories to the masses. All people, all speeds, all terrains, all abilities are welcome.

John Shep


    • May 15, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 39m AVG DURATION
    • 173 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Trillium Running Podcast

    EP 172: Bob Miller, Race Director of Summit 700 - Ontario Trail Running Adventure Revealed

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 39:40


    Discover the thrill of the Summit 700 Trail Runs at Ontario's beautiful Blue Mountain Resort on this week's episode! Join us for a conversation with Race Director Bob Miller, a seasoned endurance expert with over 20 years of experience in everything from international adventure races to designing challenging courses across Ontario. Bob also shares his insights into the unique demands of the Summit 700, featuring a significant climbs up the Niagara Escarpment and varied terrain. Learn about the race options, from the accessible 5K to the challenging 50K Ultra and the new 50K Ultra Relay. Find out all about Summit 700 at: https://www.summit700.com/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 171: Alyson Schafer, The Parenting Expert - Running and Raising Kids: A Winning Team

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 37:03


    Can your running shoes actually make you a better parent? And can the daily adventures of parenthood boost your running? This week, the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast welcomes parenting guru Alyson Schafer to explore the fascinating connection between running and raising a family. We tackle the big questions: How can families seamlessly plan for runs and fitness without the drama? What's the secret to conquering "mom guilt" and having open conversations with your kids about your running? Alyson shares her expert perspectives and practical strategies in this insightful episode you won't want to miss. Find out all about Alyson at: https://alysonschafer.com/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 170: Charlie Arden-Brown, 30 Days of 10Ks - Movember in April

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 34:38


    Tune into the latest episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast featuring Charlie Arden-Brown (@nuts.running)! Discover the powerful connection between running for mental health, men's health awareness, and making a positive impact. Charlie shares his inspiring journey of running a 10k every day in April to raise awareness and funds for Movember. Learn about his daily running challenge, the highs and lows, and the motivation behind his commitment to men's health. Plus, we'll be discussing the crucial importance of Testicular Cancer Awareness Month. Expect inspiring runner stories, practical tips for runners, and heartfelt conversations on well-being. Listen now and don't miss this insightful episode! Find out all about Charlie at: https://www.instagram.com/nuts.running Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 169: Bridget Keroglidis, Georgina Spring Fling Ambassador - Running Together, Living Sustainably

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 39:49


    Bridget Keroglidis shares her inspiring running journey on the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast. Learn how she runs for her mental and physical well-being, her community, and as a role model for her children. This episode includes her exciting 2025 running goals and projects, including her role as a Georgina Spring Fling ambassador. Find out all about Bridget at: https://www.instagram.com/bridget_bri.sustainable Become an AO Road and Trail Ambassador at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W9D6K65 Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 168: Marvin Mendoza - Running Waters in the Heart of Durham Region

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 56:05


    Lace up your shoes and join Marvin Mendoza on a journey that celebrates the power of running and community in the heart of Durham Region. Marvin, a passionate runner and local advocate, shares his insights, experiences, and the stories that fuel his love for the Running Waters run club with the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just starting out, you'll find inspiration and practical advice to elevate your running journey. Explore the scenic trails of Durham, discover the supportive community of Running Waters, and learn how to overcome challenges and embrace the joy of running. Find out all about Marvin at: https://www.instagram.com/avinmarv Become an AO Road and Trail Ambassador at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W9D6K65 Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 167: The Crossing Lines Podcast - Podcast Worlds Collide: Running Beyond Barriers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 49:31


    Hold onto your headphones, folks! This week, the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast is about to get a whole lot more fun and thought-provoking! We're thrilled to welcome the dynamic hosts of the Crossing Lines Podcast, the voices shaking up the trail running scene with their seriously funny and deeply insightful conversations on community, inclusivity, and everything that truly matters. Join host John Shep as he unearths their unique perspectives on the power of running tribes (we see you, Parkdale Road Runners!), the joy of celebrating every victory, and the crucial work of breaking down barriers in our sport. Find out all about the Crossing Lines Podcast at: https://www.instagram.com/xcrossinglinesx Donate to Campfire Circle at: https://www.instagram.com/dudeytsang/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 166: Mardi Michels, Canada Running Series Ambassador - Strength, Strides, and Savoury Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 45:06


    This week, the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast brings you a truly remarkable story. We sit down with Mardi Michels, a Canada Running Series Ambassador for the 2025 Spring Run Off, a brain tumour survivor, an educator and cookbook author with a love for French food. Mardi's journey is one of strength, determination, and a deep love for running and culinary creativity. We discuss her personal challenges, her passion for the sport, her commitment to inspiring others, and her delicious adventures in the kitchen. Prepare to be moved by Mardi's incredible story. Find out all about Mardi at: https://www.instagram.com/eatlivtravwrite Donate to Campfire Circle at: https://www.instagram.com/dudeytsang/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 165: Anoke Dunston - Running to Give Back and Build Community through Shared Strides

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 51:13


    Join us on this week's episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast as we chat with Anoke Dunston (@ahh.noke), a runner and community advocate. We discuss his passion for running, his work with Ubuntu and the "Fewer Roads" program, and his dedication to creating inclusive outdoor spaces for BIPOC communities. Learn how he's making a massive difference in the Ontario running scene and beyond. Follow along as he embarks on a journey with Escape To South Africa and the Two Oceans Ultramarathon, happening now!!! Find out all about Anoke at: https://www.instagram.com/ahh.noke Donate to Campfire Circle at: https://www.instagram.com/dudeytsang/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    Benet Avery - Recovery, Resilience, and Road Rocket Athletics

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 35:38


    Join the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast for an inspiring episode with Benet Avery, where we explore running, eating disorder recovery, and female empowerment. Benet shares her powerful journey, discussing healthy relationships with food, body image in athletics, and the importance of female representation in the running community. Discover how her adventures (including The Speed Project and Run2Montreal) are a tool for physical and mental well-being, and learn her about fostering supportive clothing for women in sport with Road Rocket Athletics. Tune in for an honest conversation about resilience and strength, perfect for runners and anyone seeking motivation. Find out all about Benet at: https://www.instagram.com/benfrancisss Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 163: Gunjan Marwah Nichani, Canada Running Series Ambassador - Balancing Miles and Motherhood

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 41:17


    Join us for a truly inspiring conversation with Gunjan Marwah Nichani, Canada Running Series Ambassador, as she shares her incredible journey through #momlife, post-partum running, and the joys and challenges of running during pregnancy. We'll delve into how she balances the demands of having a new baby with her passion for running and We Run the North run club, and how she's redefining what it means to be a strong, resilient mother and athlete. Get ready for an honest and uplifting discussion that will motivate you to embrace your own personal journey, wherever it may lead. Find out all about Gunjan at: https://www.instagram.com/gunjan_marwah Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 162: Ray Zahab - Giving Meaning to Adventure

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 41:06


    Adventure personified! Ray Zahab's story is one of pure inspiration. On this week's Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, he opens up about his incredible journey from unhealthy habits to conquering some of the planet's most challenging landscapes. Ray also shares his passion for empowering youth through free outdoor expeditions with impossible2possible, fostering resilience and a love for the planet. From battling cancer to running ultra-marathons across deserts, Ray's passion and determination are truly remarkable. Join us for a conversation you won't forget. We also get a visit from Happy Trails Racing to share their newest races for 2025. Find out all about Ray at: https://www.instagram.com/rayzahab Sign up for Happy Trails Racing's new races: https://www.instagram.com/happytrailsracing Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 161: Quinton Jacobs - Running: Community, Connection, and Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 55:07


    Get ready to have your perspective on running completely flipped! The Athletics Ontario Running Podcast welcomes the one and only Quinton Jacobs to the show. Quinton isn't just a runner; he's a visionary, pushing the boundaries of what running can be. He's challenging us to rethink the sport, to see it as more than just exercise, but as a powerful tool for community, connection, and change. Join us for a conversation that will inspire you to lace up your shoes and see running in a whole new light. We also get a visit from Happy Trails Racing to share their newest races for 2025. Find out all about Quinton at: https://www.instagram.com/quinton_jacobs Sign up for Happy Trails Racing's new races: https://www.instagram.com/happytrailsracing Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 160: Denoja Uthayakumar, Canada Running Series Ambassador - Run Happy, Embrace Inclusion, Be True

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 45:03


    Denoja Uthayakumar's story is one of resilience and inspiration. After overcoming significant challenges in her youth, she's found strength and purpose in running, creating a safe space for herself and others. Running is for everybody, and Denoja is dedicated to amplifying the voices of her community and promoting inclusivity in the sport. This podcast explores her journey of using running as a platform for representation and inclusivity. Tune in to hear Uthayakumar share her story, her commitment to making running accessible to everyone, and her message of self-acceptance! Find out all about Denoja at: https://www.instagram.com/denoja224 Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 159: Rachel Hannah, Registered Dietitian - Nutrition: Frequently Asked Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 46:29


    Got nutrition questions? Get answers! Join Registered Dietitian and elite marathoner Rachel Hannah as she tackles the most frequently asked questions about fueling for running performance. This episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast covers everything from optimizing your diet for speed and endurance to navigating popular trends like the keto diet, intermittent fasting, and using fats as fuel. Learn practical nutrition tips and tricks specifically designed for runners, including advice for women and aging athletes, to help you stay healthy, happy, and fast throughout your running journey. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned marathoner, this podcast has the nutrition guidance you need to reach your goals. Find out all about Rachel at: https://www.instagram.com/rachelhannahrd Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 158: Brittany Moran, Chiropractor & Coach - Returning to Running Post-Partum

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 40:10


    Juggling #momlife, running, coaching, and a chiropractic practice?  Dr. Brittany Moran shares her secrets to returning to running and sport after pregnancy on this week's Athletics Ontario Running Podcast with host John Shep.  Learn about her postpartum recovery journey, the therapy and strengthening exercises she uses to stay healthy and injury-free, and how she balances it all.  A must-listen for new moms, runners, and anyone interested in women's health and athletic performance. Find out all about Brittany at: https://www.instagram.com/torunningchiro Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 157: Leo Vitelli, Personal Trainer and Run Coach - Creating Ultra-Healthy and Happy Runners

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 34:41


    We told you he would be back! Recapping his running journey in Part One (check out last week's episode), this week, Leo Vitelli puts his personal trainer and run coach hats on to answer pressing questions for anyone engaging in running and fitness goals in 2025. From 5k to the ultramararthon distance (he and host John Shep are both training for Sinister Sports' SOO 200-mile ultramarathon in 2025!), this conversation is for you. Struggling to stay motivated in January? John and Leo will laugh with you back to your "why" in this episode. Find out all about Leo at: https://www.instagram.com/leo_vitelli/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 156: Leo Vitelli, Personal Trainer and Run Coach - Healing and Health through Adventure

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 42:56


    Every runner has a unique journey to lacing up their shoes - Leo Vitelli certainly fits that bill. From living out of his car and suffering from severe mental health challenges to embracing life, adventure, fitness and running, leading him to successfully complete the 2024 Divide 200-mile race, the former professional gamer (we said he was unique!) shares the insights and learnings from his journey along the way. Host John Shep had so much fun, they are going to do a Part Two next week, all about Leo Vitelli coaching happy and healthy runners - stay tuned! Find out all about Leo at: https://www.instagram.com/leo_vitelli/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 155: Allison Forsyth, Generation Safe - Keeping Runners Safe in Sport

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 50:39


    Coaches change lives. Allison Forsyth of Generation Safe joins John Shep on the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast to discuss how coaches can positively influence change and build community in their athletes and teams, from the everyday to high performance. Her passion and charisma for coaching speak volumes as we dive into how to keep coaches and athletes safe in sport. Find out all about Allison at: https://www.instagram.com/allisonforsyth/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 154: Brendan Carpenter, Run Coach - Running as Fitness Transformation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 37:17


    Brendan Carpenter started his running journey by losing 160lbs and ever since, has been an inspiration to runners of all bodies. Today, he is a run coach and run club lead, bringing that joy of running to others. He joins us on this week's episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast to spread the new year's enthusiasm and joy for running! Find out all about Brendan at: https://www.instagram.com/brecarperuns/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 153: Luc Zoratto of Marathon2Sobriety - Running through Dry January and Beyond

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 46:07


    Our first Athletics Ontario Running Podcast episode of 2025 is a great one with Marathon2Sobriety and Sober Striders Run Club founder Luc Zoratto, who is an avid runner and alcohol-free life coach. His journey is an inspiring one and this conversation is full of honesty, community, and love of life and running. For any runner who drinks, doesn't drink or who is sober curious, this conversation is for you. Welcome to 2025! Find out all about Luc and Marathon2Sobriety at: https://www.instagram.com/marathon2sobriety/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 152: SOO 200 Miler Coming to Ontario! - Sinister Sports' Kirsti Dolson and Kevin Duriaux

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 38:40


    We wrap up our gift giving season with a gift that you can give yourself: race registrations! Sinister Sports is starting a 200 Mile Race in Ontario for 2025: the SOO 200. They are bringing their 15 year racing expertise to a wonderful part of our province - and our host John Shep speaks to Kirsti Dolson and Kevin Duriaux of the Sinister Sports team about whether he should spend his holiday pennies on the adventure! Find out all about Sinister Sports' SOO 200 at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/soo200miler/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 151: Gift Giving for Every Adventurer with Derrick Spafford of Spafford Health and Adventure

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 27:59


    Snowshoes are not scary! We start to wrap up (see the pun there!) our gift giving season with Derrick Spafford of Spafford Health and Adventure and the Dion Snowshoe Racing Series. He gives host John Shep recommendations for snowshoes, trail running gear and headlamps, along with sharing his trail and running adventures (including running along the Yukon Territory) on this week's episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast. Visit Derrick Spafford on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/spaffordadventure Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

    EP 150: "There is No Finish: The Backyard Ultra Story" With Author Stephen Parker, Justin Wright and Neil McKay

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 35:33


    What is a Backyard Ultra? We get the explanation on this week's episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast from a panel of experts: Stephen Parker, author of There is No Finish: The Backyard Ultra Story, Persistence Racing's Neil McKay and 2024 Backyard Ultra World Championship competitor Justin Wright! Listen to stories about this amazing oddity of a running event, including the appearance of anti-cheerleaders, completing laps while wearing a tutu and the event where all runners received a DNF! Connect with Stephen Parker on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/thebackyardultrastory/ Check out Persistence Racing on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/persistenceracing/ Connect with Justin Wright on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/justin_wright74/

    EP 149: Mike Anderson, BlackToe Running - Centering Community this Holiday Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 31:46


    BlackToe Running is a fixture in the Ontario and Toronto running communities. Mike Anderson is a Co-founder of BlackToe Running Inc. and the BlackToe Holiday 10k. We get his insights on great gifts for runners (and for our host John Shep, specifically!), along with this weekend's BlackToe Holiday 10k, a great event supporting great runners and a great cause: Centre 55 Toronto. Connect with BlackToe Running on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/blacktoerunning/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership  

    EP 148: Atiqa Mohammed - All Genders Care about Men's Health in Movember

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 41:15


    Atiqa Mohammad is part of the Movember Canada team in the role of Program Manager, Personalised Cancer Care. She always does Move for Movember and this year is running 100km throughout the month. Host John Shep speaks with Atiqa about why men's mental and physical health is not just a problem for men. How can all genders support Movember throughout the year? Connect with Atiqa on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/atiqam/ Find out more about Movember Canada: https://ca.movember.com/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 147: Tyler Shaw, Musically Moving for Mental Health this Movember

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 25:00


    Tyler Shaw is a Canadian musician taking on the 60km Movember running challenge to raise awareness for men's Mental Health. A self-professed newbie runner, Tyler speaks with host John Shep about how he'll accomplish this challenge amidst fatherhood and a busy Christmas music tour! Mental Health matters, so Tyler is up for the challenge. Connect with Tyler on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/tylershawmusic/ Find out more about Movember Canada: https://ca.movember.com/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 146: Kalil Magtoto, Running as a Connection to Men's Mental Health in Movember

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 37:02


    Men talking about their feelings, talking about mental health, talking about running - men talking about Movember! In collaboration with Movember Canada, Kalil Magtoto joins host John Shep on this week's episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast. This is Kalil's story about the power of running to promote connection between athletes, connection with our own feelings, and connection with the greater good: supporting Movember Canada to raise awareness and funds for mental health with the Run to MTL. Connect with Kalil (and DONATE!) on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/kalilsm/ Find out more about Movember Canada: https://ca.movember.com/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 145: Justin Wright, Running in Backyards all over North America - 2024 Backyard Ultra World Championships

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 57:48


    Justin Wright competed in the 2024 Backyard Ultra World Championships, facing off against countries all across the world. He joins us on this episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast to detail his unlikely journey to running 240 miles in Moab and running the same loop for nearly 2 days (over and over and over and over!). Connect with Justin on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/justin_wright74/?hl=en Find out more about Movember Canada: https://ca.movember.com/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 144: Rachel Hannah, How an Elite Fuels a Marathon Podium - 2024 TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 34:32


    Rachel Hannah was the third fastest Canadian woman at the 2024 TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon. The Elite Marathoner, Registered Dietitian and Sport Nutritionist shares her ten year journey through highs, lows with RED-S, stumbles and incredible learnings on this week's episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast. Connect with Rachel on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/rachelhannahrd/ Find out more about the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon: https://www.torontowaterfrontmarathon.com/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 143: Virginia Lee, Running Every Toronto Waterfront Marathon - 2024 TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 31:51


    35 years of the Toronto Waterfront Marathon and we are joined by Virginia Lee, who is the only woman to have run every Toronto Waterfront Marathon, including this past weekend! Virginia speaks on this week's episode of the AO Running Podcast, spreading her enthusiasm and inspiration for representation of women and asian women specifically in the running community. This year she is running for a cause for the first time through the TCS Charity Challenge, fundraising for Princess Margaret Hospital in honour of her late father who was treated there. Find out more about the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon: https://www.torontowaterfrontmarathon.com/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 142: Tom Spence, the 519 - 2024 TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 28:29


    TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon celebrates its 35th anniversary this year - only 15 years shy of The 519, Canada's largest LGBTQAI+ community centre, which is about to celebrate its 50th anniversary! On this week's edition of the AO Running Podcast, we meet Tom Spence, the Vice-Chair on the Board of Directors for the 519, who will be running his first half marathon at this weekend's TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon, after using running to find his community when he was new to the city. He even proposed to his husband at the end of the 2017 Pride Remembrance Run! He will be running to support the 519 through the TCS Charity Challenge. Making safe spaces throughout the city is the 519's goal, and carving their way through the running community is no different. Connect with Tom on IG: www.instagram.com/spinner_tom Find out more about the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon: https://www.torontowaterfrontmarathon.com/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 141: Marcus and Alicia Smith, Dyslexia Canada - 2024 TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 25:37


    It's the most wonderful time of the year: TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon time! We at the AO Running Podcast are celebrating all things TWM with a series of interviews leading into and following the event. For our first conversation, host John Shep meets Marcus Smith and his mom Alicia Smith, Executive Director from Dyslexia Canada, who will be participating in the half marathon this year to raise funds through the TCS Charity Challenge for the Dyslexia Canada. Both Alicia and Marcus have Dyslexia, and Alicia has made incredible impacts in her short few years with the organization, including speaking with the Ontario Human Rights Commission, changing the Ontario school curriculum, and ensuring that for the first year ever, all students in Ontario will be screened for a reading disability. Connect with Dyslexia Canada: https://dyslexiacanada.org/ Find out more about the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon: https://www.torontowaterfrontmarathon.com/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 140: Trevor Dale - Mr. Ontario Triple Crown of 100s

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 55:36


    The Ontario Triple Crown of 100s: Sulphur Springs Trail Race, Tally in the Valley by Happy Trails Racing, Haliburton Forest 100. These are Ontario, Canada's three 100 milers and our host, John Shep, speaks to fellow Ontario Triple Crown finisher (and reigning champion!) Trevor Dale about taking on the challenge to complete them all in one calendar year. Who will take on the challenge in 2025?!?!? Find out more about Trevor Dale on IG: https://www.instagram.com/trevordalego/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 139: Nicola Ross, Author of 40 days, 40 hikes

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 38:21


    The Bruce Trail has an aura unmatched in Ontario running. On this week's episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we bring on the expert, Nicola Ross, author of 40 Days, 40 Hikes, to give us the goods about the magic of the Bruce Trail and why sandals are her perfect hiking shoe! Find out more about Nicola Ross at: https://www.instagram.com/loopsandlattes1 Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 138: David Carroll, Author of Ultra - Ultrarunner and CBC TV Personality

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 44:24


    CBC TV Personality David Carroll gives us one of the funniest and most engaging conversations ever on the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast. Starting with his book Ultra, host John Shep and the ultrarunning author David reflect on the universal magic of good people and the lasting connections we make on the roads and trails. Find out more about David Carroll at: https://www.instagram.com/ultradavidcarroll Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 137: Barbara Adhiya, Editor of Hope by Terry Fox

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 34:51


    Terry Fox is a Canadian Icon. His Marathon of Hope has inspiried millions and raised millions more for cancer research. Barbara Adhiya is shining a new light on the Terry Fox story with her book Hope by Terry Fox, comprised of interviews and Terry Fox's own journals. We dive into some of those stories in this week's episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast. Find out more about Barbara Adhiya at: https://www.instagram.com/beautitiamo Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 136: Carrie Snyder, Author of Girl Runner

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 39:35


    It is back to school season and what better way to celebrate than with books! It is the 10th anniversary of Girl Runner, a fantastic story about the 1928 Canadian Olympic team. Host John Shep is joined by author Carrie Snyder to explore the history of female empowerment in running and how the book's Olympic dreams speak to runners of all abilities. Find out more about Carrie Snyder at: https://carriesnyder.com/books/girl-runner Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 135: Molly Hurford - Consummate Athlete v. Leadville 100

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 56:08


    Returning guest Molly Hurford took on the Leadville 100 Trail Race this August - and it did not go as planned! Listen to see how it turned out, how she still maintains a positive attitude through the clouds and silver linings and everything she learned in the process. Host John Shep and Molly talk about all the feelings that athletes have when they cannot exercise and how to navigate through those dark thoughts. Let the redemption arc begin! Find out more about Molly Hurford at: https://www.instagram.com/mollyjhurford/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 134: Melanie Murzeau - Community of the Scarborough 5k 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 25:17


    The Scarborough 5K is the epitome of a community race that is for the community, by the community. And as a result, it reflects the community. Learn from Melanie Murzeau of Black Runners of the GTA about how the 2024 edition of the Scarborough 5K brings the identity, the inclusion, the community, and of course, the fun vibes galore!! Find out more about the Scarborough 5K at: https://www.instagram.com/thescarborough5k/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 133: Steve Fleck, Commentator - State of 2024 Running

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 48:56


    Steve Fleck, endurance sport guru, joins the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast to give a state of the union about the worlds of athletics and running. We dive into the stories from throughout 2024, including a great Olympic Games for Canada in Paris, and what the running world has in store for 2025 and beyond. Find out more about Steve Fleck at: https://www.instagram.com/steve.fleck/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 132: Keegan Gaunt - She's Going to (the Paralympics in) Paris!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 28:09


    Keegan Gaunt is taking her talents to Paris! Ahead of the Paris Paralympics this month, the Canadian Record Holder in the 1500m joins the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast to share her journey from Thunder Bay to the University of Guelph to Victoria, BC, to become a consummate Team Canada Athlete! She has defeated injuries, stress fractures and disordered eating, and now she's ready to take on the competition in Paris 2024. Find out more about Keegan Gaunt at: https://www.instagram.com/keegangaunt/ Find out about the iRun Womens' Marathon Watch Party at: https://www.instagram.com/irunnation/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 131: Malindi Elmore - Ready for Paris Olympics

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 37:53


    New name, same great quality guests! The now AO Running Podcast is proud to welcome Paris 2024 Canadian marathoner Malindi Elmore to the show. Paris 2024 Olympics will close out with Malindi competing in the women's marathon - who will she inspire with her 2024 performance? Because we know she has inspired us all the way to get here. Listen and cheer her on as she races on August 11 at Paris 2024. We also get a visit from Ben Kaplan of iRun Magazine to get amped up about their Women's Marathon Watch Party and 2024 Athletic Brewing Contest for the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon! Find out more about Malindi Elmore at: https://www.instagram.com/malindielmore/ Find out about the 2024 Athletic Brewing Contest for the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon at: https://www.instagram.com/irunnation/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 130: Rory Linkletter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 40:35


    Rory Linkletter has had a banner 2024 so far: a half marathon personal best of 1:01:02 at the Houston Half Marathon in January, followed by a personal best of 2:08:01 at the Seville Marathon in February that helped him qualify for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. He is the second fastest Canadian male of all time over the marathon distance, but he is much more that his performances. On this week's episode of the Trillium Running Podcast, Rory and host John Shep chat about his hopes and dreams for the Paris 2024 Olympics along with all the other things (coffee, kids, tattoos!!) that make Rory an amazing and interesting athlete. Find out more about Rory Linkletter at: https://www.instagram.com/rory_linkletter Signup for Scarborough 5K at: https://raceroster.com/events/2024/83696/2024-scarborough-5k Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 129: Olivia Lundman & Evan Dunfee - Mixed Race Walker Olympic Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 40:02


    First time ever! That is the Mixed Race Walker Olympic Event and Canada is sending Olivia Lundman and returning guest Evan Dunfee to compete at Paris 2024! This week on the Trillium Running Podcast, they join host John Shep to chat about respecting the process and what it means to have a powerful team dynamic - and how these two things brought them together in this brand-new Olympic event! We also get a visit from Melanie Murzeau to get amped up about the third edition of the Scarborough 5K, running on August 10, 2024! Find out more about Olivia Lundman at: https://www.instagram.com/olivialundman/ Find out more about Evan Dunfee at: https://www.instagram.com/evandunfee/ Signup for Scarborough 5K at: https://raceroster.com/events/2024/83696/2024-scarborough-5k Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 128: Ben Flanagan - Paris 2024 Olympics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 48:39


    EP 127: Canal Pursuit

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2024 64:40


    Learn how to support Canal Pursuit at: https://mdsc.akaraisin.com/ui/dd2024/g/42046 Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 126: Western States Endurance Run Ontario Party

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 68:53


    The Western States Endurance Run is arguably the most prominent ultramarathon in all of North America. On this episode of the Trillium Running Podcast, we catch up with four athletes who are taking on that 100 mile challenge! Host John Shep speaks this week with Jeff Rowthorn of Happy Trails Racing, local trail legend Iris Cooper, ulltrarunner Francesco Riccadonna and Stoked Oats athlete Maddie Wighardt about their varied paths to Western States and what will drive them to the finish! And stay tuned for the end of the episode for a run-in by Western States celebrities Ian Sharman and John Medinger. We also get a visit from Green Newton Adventures to share their newest race for August 17, 2024: Lines and Loops at Harold Town Conservation Area! Follow the Western States Endurance Run journey on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wser/ Signup for Lines and Loops at: https://raceroster.com/events/2024/87374/lines-and-loops-at-harold-town-ca Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 125: Pride Month Running Panel - AO Celebrates Pride Month

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 47:23


    Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 124: Rach McBride, Triathlete - AO Celebrates Pride Month

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 32:24


    We continue our celebration of Pride Month with Rach McBride (and guest co-host Cory Freedman!), who is a five-time Ironman 70.3 winner and the first open non-binary professional triathlete. They are crushing it in the worlds of triathlon and gravel racing, but it has not been easy as a non-binary athlete. The world of athletics encounters similar barriers to sport described in this conversation - it is great and powerful learning for anyone trying to lace up their running shoes. Find out more about Rach McBridge on IG: https://www.instagram.com/rachelmcb/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 123: Dee Pearson - AO Celebrates Pride Month

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 48:21


    Dee Pearson is an athlete, an LGBTQ+ advocate and an inspiration. Guest co-host Cory Freedman of the TO Women's Run Series joins us to learn all about Dee's running story, their ever-growing connections to the running community, and their recent 50k finish at Sulphur Springs Trail Race! Enjoy as we run with and celebrate Pride this month at Athletics Ontario. Find out more about Dee Pearson on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dianaroams/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

    EP 122: Sulphur Springs Trail Race 2024 Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 51:25


    Sulphur Springs Trail Race 2024 is in the books! This past weekend, the Ontario trail running community came out in full force for 10k, 20k, 50k, 50mi, 100km, 100mi and 100mi Team Relay events. We recap this amazing weekend of races with those who were there, including host John Shep, Canadian running icon Krista DuChene, Gotta Run Racing podcast hosts Jodi McNeill and Norman Nadon, Consummate Athlete podcast host Molly Hurford, and of course, the Race Director team of Sulphur Springs! Find out more about the Sulphur Springs Trail Race on IG: https://www.instagram.com/sulphurspringstrailrace/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2024-membership

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