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PR Project is a running podcast and long-form YouTube show exploring the culture, performance, and people shaping modern running. Hosted by runners embedded in the sport, PR Project features real conversations with athletes, founders, coaches, and creatives across road, trail, and endurance running. From marathon training and ultrarunning to brand building, racing, and the evolution of running culture, each episode goes deeper than surface-level content. Filmed in studio and released twice monthly, the show blends thoughtful dialogue with lived experience, creating space for perspectives that don’t always get heard in traditional running media. PR Project has hosted live shows at major events including The Running Event, Eugene Marathon, and the Detroit Free Press Marathon, and continues to grow as a platform for meaningful storytelling within the global running community. Whether you’re training for your next race, building something in the industry, or simply passionate about running, PR Project offers insight, perspective, and conversation that moves the sport forward.
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- 4 days ago1h 0m
Ep. 133 - The New Boston Marathon Lottery, Josh Kerr's WR & Managing Injuries
Did the Boston Marathon just change the game for everyday marathoners? In this episode, we break down the massive news regarding the new Boston Marathon lottery process, celebrate Josh Kerr's blazing mile world record, and get real about managing running injuries.SUPPORT THE SHOW Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pr-project-podcast/id1744936895Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2rNI60zlORbkS9ghe5uw1n?si=YyIl-WNRQN2rJUD4-NXTQAABOUT THIS EPISODE The PR Project crew is back on the mic to tackle everything from local goals to global running news! We kick things off with Aaron’s wild goal to run every single street in Pontiac, Michigan. Then, we swap some battle stories about managing the physical and mental toll of running injuries, sparked by Tommie's fluke shoulder tweak and Gary's amateur injury history.We also dive deep into the news shaking up the Abbott World Marathon Majors: the new Boston Marathon lottery process and what it means for the community. Plus, we react to Josh Kerr's mind-bending mile world record, debate if Brooks is having a major comeback moment, and discuss how the 2026 World Cup is impacting the broader sports landscape. Finally, Run Culture Court is in session to decide if we need to retire the phrase "Real Runner" for good, and Dawnta drops in to give us a full review of the New Balance SuperComp Rebel v6!TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro 03:25 - Aaron's Goal To Run Every Street In Pontiac 13:29 - Tommie's Fluke Shoulder Injury 21:29 - Gary's Amateur Running Injury History 22:50 - Managing Injury Issues As A Runner 27:50 - Boston Marathon New Lottery Process 38:20 - Josh Kerr's Mile World Record 45:12 - Is Brooks Having A Moment? 47:32 - Is Anyone Watch USATF National Champs? 48:40 - 2026 World Cup's Impact On Sport 49:50 - Run Culture Court: Using The Phrase "Real Runner" 53:40 - Shoe Reviews With Dawnta - New Balance SuperComp Rebel v6CONNECT WITH THE CREW Instagram: / the.pr.projectTommie: / tommie_runzAaron: / aaronxworldwideGary: / garyisarunner#BostonMarathon #RunningInjuries #JoshKerr #NewBalance #BrooksRunning #ThePRProject #RunningPodcast #MarathonTraining
- 2 weeks ago1h 0m
Ep. 132 - Tommie Runz Finishes Western States 100! Representation On Trail + Run Culture Court
He did it! Tommie Runz officially crossed the finish line at the legendary Western States 100 Endurance Run. In this episode, we get the exclusive, mile-by-mile recap of his grueling journey from Olympic Valley to Auburn, the mental battles that kept him from quitting, and why representation on the trail matters more than ever.SUPPORT THE SHOWApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2rNI60z...ABOUT THIS EPISODEThe PR Project crew is buzzing with excitement this week as we celebrate Tommie’s epic finish at the Western States 100! We dive straight into the ultimate ultra-marathon recap, tracking Tommie's journey from his pre-race preparation to the emotional final miles on the track at Auburn. Tommie opens up about the lowest moments of the race, what truly kept him from quitting, and the massive impact of his support crew and aid stations along the way.Beyond the race itself, we have a powerful conversation about releasing expectations, the importance of seeing Black skin on the trail, and the growing impact of climate change on the running industry. Plus, we talk about the FOMO of missing out on fun races while in a heavy training block, and Run Culture Court is officially in session: Are "copycat" run clubs ruining the community? And the ultimate debate... Men in half tights: Fair or Foul?TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Intro02:29 - Tracking Tommie's 10004:45 - Tommie's Support Shoutout08:17 - Pre-Race Preparation09:12 - Early Moments at WSER10016:24 - Middle Moments of the Race20:15 - How Aide Stations Save Ultra Races23:40 - Final Miles of the Race28:30 - Releasing Expectations and Finishing Proud32:24 - What Kept Tommie From Quitting36:32 - The Importance Of Representation On the Trail39:11 - Climate Change's Impact On The Running Industry42:33 - FOMO of Missing Fun Races45:50 - Run Culture Court: Copycat Run Clubs52:28 - Men In Half Tights; Fair or Foul?CONNECT WITH THE CREWInstagram: / the.pr.projectTommie: / tommierunzAaron: / aaronxworldwideGary: / garyisarunner#WesternStates100 #WSER #TommieRunz #Ultramarathon #TrailRunning #ThePRProject #RunningPodcast #100Miler
- Jun 23, 20261h 0m
The Half Marathon Episode: Favorite Races, First-Time Tips & Tommie’s Western States Outlook
The Half Marathon Episode: Favorite Races, First-Time Tips & Tommie’s Western States OutlookVideo DescriptionHappy Episode 131! To celebrate hitting the 13.1 milestone, we are dedicating this episode to the half marathon. We break down our very first half marathon experiences, what makes this distance so special, and our all-time favorite half marathon courses. Plus, Tommie gives his final outlook just 7 days away from the Western States 100!SUPPORT THE SHOWApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2rNI60z...ABOUT THIS EPISODEWelcome to "The Half Marathon Episode" of the PR Project! Since it's our 131st episode, we had to show some love to the 13.1-mile distance. The crew goes down memory lane to share our first half marathon experiences, debate what makes it the ultimate race distance, and drop our personal list of the best half marathons to put on your bucket list. We also get tactical with a definitive list of Do’s and Don’ts for first-time half marathon runners to make sure your first race is a massive success.With the final countdown officially on, Tommie shares his headspace, strategy, and final outlook as he stands just one week away from toeing the line at the legendary Western States Endurance Run. To wrap things up, Run Culture Court handles session on spectators who lie about how much of the race is left ("You're almost there!"), when we actually start paying attention to crowd signs, and a highly important debate on carryout napkin etiquette.TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Intro03:50 - First Half Marathon Experience23:38 - What Makes The Half Marathon So Special25:00 - Our Favorite Half Marathons34:46 - First Time Half Marathon Do's and Don'ts44:07 - Tommie's Outlook On Western States50:36 - Run Culture Court: Spectators Telling You "You're Almost There!"57:04 - When Do You Start Reading Signs In A Race?59:12 - How Many Napkins Do You Take With Carryout?CONNECT WITH THE CREWInstagram: / the.pr.projectTommie: / tommie_runzAaron: / aaronxworldwideGary: / garyisarunner#HalfMarathon #WesternStates100 #MarathonTraining #WSER #ThePRProject #RunningPodcast #HalfMarathonTraining #13point1
- Jun 9, 20261h 0m
Ep. 130 - St. Louis Olympic Trials, Kejelcha's Sub-2 Quest & Western States Training Camp
Will Yomif Kejelcha officially break the 2-hour marathon barrier in Valencia? In this episode, we break down the massive news of St. Louis hosting the 2028 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials, the controversy around Nike After Dark, and Tommie's grueling Western States training camp.SUPPORT THE SHOWApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pr-project-podcast/id1744936895Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2rNI60zlORbkS9ghe5uw1n?si=49hNGQPYRi2uMb_WqTer6gYouTube: https://youtube.com/@prproject?si=mO9JKOHgnRdxhLcvABOUT THIS EPISODEThe PR Project crew gets on the mic to talk about a huge week of running news and culture! We kick things off with the exciting announcement that St. Louis will host the 2028 U.S. Olympic Team Marathon Trials, bringing the "Super Bowl of Marathons" back to the Midwest. We also discuss the rumors that Yomif Kejelcha has been hired by Valencia to break the 2-hour marathon barrier, and we dive into the wild sellout of the Nike After Dark race.On the personal side, Tommie takes us through all the highs and lows of his Western States training camp experience, and we give a quick update on our own training blocks. Plus, we debate Knicks ticket prices, vibe checks on group runs, and the freeing feeling of "no watch" racing. In Run Culture Court, we tackle the unwritten rules of posting old race photos and the age-old debate: Strava time vs. Chip time. We wrap it all up with our Shoe of the Month!TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Intro01:15 - Summer's Here06:19 - Yomif Kejelcha Hired by Valencia To Break 2 Hours08:25 - St. Louis To Host US Team Marathon Trials12:50 - Nike After Dark Sells Out, Men In The Race?18:51 - Knicks Ticket Prices and NBA Finals Update24:56 - Current Training Updates26:11 - Tommie's Western States Training Camp Experience35:21 - Vibe Checks On Group Runs42:28 - No Watch Racing45:32 - Run Culture Court: Posting Old Race Photos52:21 - Run Culture Court: Strava Time vs. Chip Time54:59 - Shoe of the MonthCONNECT WITH THE CREWInstagram: / the.pr.projectTommie: / tommie_runzAaron: / aaronxworldwideGary: / garyisarunner#OlympicTrials #YomifKejelcha #WesternStates100 #MarathonTraining #ThePRProject #RunningPodcast #TrailRunning #Sub2HourMarathon
- May 19, 20261h 0m
Ep. 129 - Supershoes | Cocodona 250 | Babies + More
Are carbon-plated super shoes only for elite marathoners, or do they actually benefit mid and back-of-the-pack runners? In episode 129, we tackle the great super shoe debate, dive into the mind-boggling Cocodona 250, and discuss the dark side of toxic grind culture on social media.SUPPORT THE SHOWApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2rNI60z...ABOUT THIS EPISODEThe PR Project crew is back to explore the physical and cultural limits of the running world. We kick things off with Tommie’s latest Western States training updates before spiraling into a deep dive on the true limits of human athletic performance.Gary makes a surprise mid-show entrance just in time for us to break down the grueling Cocodona 250 and have a fascinating discussion about how the gender gap changes in ultra-endurance races. We also keep it relatable with some parenting talk, answer your YouTube comments, and hold sessions in Run Culture Court. Finally, we get real about how "toxic grind culture" is impacting the running community on social media and whether it's doing more harm than good.TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Introduction02:13 - Weather in Michigan04:28 - Tommie’s Western States Training Updates08:11 - Limits of Human Performance in Athletics?18:50 - Special Guest Gary Arrives19:40 - Cocodona 250 & Gender in Ultra Endurance Races28:01 - Babies Being 2 Years Old vs. 24 Months31:54 - Tommie Instilling Virtues As A Parent33:58 - Responding To YouTube Comments37:19 - Are Super Shoes Important For Slower Pace Runners?45:09 - Run Culture Court47:08 - Toxic Grind Culture and Its Impact on Social MediaCONNECT WITH THE CREWInstagram: / the.pr.projectTommie: / tommie_runzAaron: / aaronxworldwideGary: / garyisarunner#SuperShoes #Cocodona250 #WesternStates100 #Ultramarathon #ThePRProject #RunningPodcast #TrailRunning
- May 5, 20261h 0m
Ep. 128 - Biggest Running Weekend in 2026? | Breaking Records, Barriers and more
Has the impossible finally happened? In this episode, we break down Sabastian Sawe's historic, mind-bending sub-two-hour marathon world record in London, recap an epic Boston Marathon weekend, and celebrate Aaron’s incredible sub-3 marathon breakthrough.SUPPORT THE SHOWApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2rNI60z...ABOUT THIS EPISODEThe PR Project crew gets on the mic for one of the most monumental weeks in running history. We are still picking our jaws up off the floor after Sabastian Sawe shattered the two-hour barrier with an official 1:59:30 at the London Marathon. We unpack his fueling strategy, his adidas Evo Pro 3 shoes, and Tigst Assefa setting a new women-only world record!Plus, we recap the Boston Marathon, including Sharon Lokedi's back-to-back victories and John Korir's blazing course record. On a personal note, we dive deep into Aaron’s sub-3 marathon breakthrough and why telling the whole, authentic story of your training block is so important. Finally, we debate how young is too young for long-distance races, put white running shoes on trial in Run Culture Court, and get Tommie’s bold prediction for the Detroit Pistons!TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Intro, Gary Update04:16 - Boston Marathon Weekend07:48 - Eugene Marathon Weekend08:56 - Aaron’s Sub-3 Marathon Breakthrough20:45 - The Benefits of Telling the Whole Story25:31 - Tommie Predicts Pistons in 7!27:05 - Run Community Announcements / Shoutout31:13 - Sawe World Record, Korir’s Boston Course Record, Mauri’s American Debut Record40:58 - Sharon Lokedi’s Win in Boston & Tigst Assefa Record in London44:56 - Sawe’s Fueling Strategy + adidas Evo Pro 350:03 - Peter Bromka v. Flap Jack50:26 - How Young is Too Young For Long Distance Races?53:42 - Run Culture Court: White Shoes Are On Trial59:07 - PR ShoutoutsCONNECT WITH THE CREWInstagram: / the.pr.projectTommie: / tommie_runzAaron: / aaronxworldwideGary: / garyisarunner#SabastianSawe #BostonMarathon #LondonMarathon #Sub2HourMarathon #MarathonTraining #ThePRProject #RunningPodcast #Sub3Marathon
- Apr 21, 20261h 0m
Ep. 127 - Matt Choi’s Texas Ironman DQ, The Speed Project & Race Logistics
Did Matt Choi deserve to be disqualified at Texas 70.3? In this episode, we break down the latest race controversy, dive into the wild and grueling world of The Speed Project, and talk about the realities of tackling race day logistics on your own.SUPPORT THE SHOWApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple....Spotify: https://open.spotify.c....ABOUT THIS EPISODEThe PR Project crew is back to talk shop about the latest drama and adventures in the world of running. We get right into the controversy surrounding fitness influencer Matt Choi being DQ'd at the Ironman 70.3 in Texas, debating the rules, course etiquette, and the impact on the sport.Then, Tommie shares his unforgettable stories from The Speed Project, the unsanctioned, ultra-grueling relay race from LA to Las Vegas that blurs the lines between road racing and trail running. Whether you are training for a major marathon or hitting local routes, we also break down the nitty-gritty of planning race logistics and what it takes mentally to run a race completely solo. Plus, we discuss the Nike Structure Plus, how to stay authentic with your content, what to do when you are trapped by a "hardcore yapper," and we wrap it all up with our highly anticipated Shoe of the Month!TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Intro00:41 - How Many Friends Do You Actually Have?04:36 - Nike Structure Plus and Making Content True to You08:59 - Tommie Talks The Speed Project22:50 - How Do You Plan Race Logistics?32:00 - Running A Race By Yourself36:13 - Matt Choi DQ’d at Texas 70.350:40 - Trapped By A Hardcore Yapper55:02 - Shoe Of The Month
- Apr 7, 202650 min
Ep. 126 - Surviving The Big Alta
00:00 - Introduction 01:45 - Tommie's Big Alta 100k Recap 07:58 - Diversity In Trail Running 13:48 - Does The Beauty of the Trail Fade as the Race Gets Tough? 17:52 - What Field Events Would You Do Good/Bad In? 24:40 - What Would You Hallucinate About When Exhausted? 30:01 - What Foods Do You Crave When Training Hardest? 34:03 - USATF Allows Additional USA Women To Compete at World Half Marathon Championships 37:25 - London Marathon Explores Expansion to 2-Day Event 41:56 - Emma Bates vs. UCAN, Dropped Sponsorship for Being Pregnant?
About The PR Project Podcast
PR Project is a running podcast and long-form YouTube show exploring the culture, performance, and people shaping modern running. Hosted by runners embedded in the sport, PR Project features real conversations with athletes, founders, coaches, and creatives across road, trail, and endurance running. From marathon training and ultrarunning to brand building, racing, and the evolution of running culture, each episode goes deeper than surface-level content. Filmed in studio and released twice monthly, the show blends thoughtful dialogue with lived experience, creating space for perspectives that don’t always get heard in traditional running media. PR Project has hosted live shows at major events including The Running Event, Eugene Marathon, and the Detroit Free Press Marathon, and continues to grow as a platform for meaningful storytelling within the global running community. Whether you’re training for your next race, building something in the industry, or simply passionate about running, PR Project offers insight, perspective, and conversation that moves the sport forward.
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