PreRace Podcast

About PreRace Podcast

The PRP connects with various runners within a week before a race they have been preparing for. Each episode features: The Host - Adam The Guest - Runner The Guest Host - Random Come join. Talk running. Have fun. Talk life. Get vulnerable. Eat bananas. Jingles. Laughs. Hot takes. Positivity. Inspiration.

Publisher

Adam Hughes

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

12 Sept 2021

Latest episode

23 Nov 2025

Latest episodes

96 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   23 Nov 2025

   Danny Johnston & the Indianapolis Half Marathon ft. Lauren Wolf

   In S5Ep12 of the PRP, Adam heads to O’Toole’s to break bread with longtime Michigan running mainstay, data deep diver, impassioned RFB co-organizer and steadfast steward of the sport Danny Johnston, who has been preparing for the Indianapolis Half Marathon. Lauren Wolf, fellow RFB co-organizer, clarinet connoisseur and proud data sorceress joins the show to offer her take on volunteering, larping and of course, the ever-expanding RFB offspring universe. Together, the crew digs into the story of RFB’s rise—from a casual Monday beer run between friends to one of Michigan’s most welcoming community fixtures. Danny & Lauren reflect on what it means to show up not only as a runner but as a volunteer, guide and advocate. More often than not, they note, supporting someone else’s finish line can be more joyful, and far more fulfilling, than chasing your own. Things get vulnerable when Danny deep dives into his thoughtful Runner Language Research Project—what began as curiosity has grown into a full exploration of how we speak about the sport we love. He explains how tiny phrases like “just a 5K” or “only eight miles” can unintentionally shrink accomplishments and quietly gate keep newcomers while simultaneously robbing experienced runners of the credit they deserve. He reminds us that language influences not just who feels included, but how we see ourselves. His mission isn’t to scold but to soften the edges of the sport and widen the on-ramp for anyone who hasn’t yet realized they belong. It’s a call to celebration over comparison, intention over ego and stewardship over splits. A reminder that every run counts, every effort matters—and that your “hard” is still worthy, even on the days you don’t feel impressive. From clarinet solos to crag lessons, analytics to alleyway 5Ks, this episode highlights what truly makes running magical: the humans. The ones who cheer loud, volunteer hard, carry the vibes (not the boats) and keep the joy alive. A celebration of showing up, lifting up and growing better together. Exposure therapy, echo chambers and nanner haters oh my! This and more in this laughter-filled, perspective-shifting & data-backed episode of the PRP! Recorded Monday November 3rd @ 5:00PM EST

2. 

   8 Nov 2025

   Tommie Runz & the Javelina Jundred ft. Dawnta Campbell

   In S5Ep11 of the PRP, Adam heads to the desert with beloved community leader, running culture connoisseur, artistic trail blazer and newly minted ultra runner Tommie Runz, who’s been preparing for the Javelina Jundred — his first official 100-mile ultra marathon. Dawnta Campbell, talented distance runner, self-care sage, blossoming trail baddie & certified mantra machine joins the show to offer her unique perspective on running, representation and what it means to move through life with intentional energy & grace. Together, the trio unpacks Tommie’s evolution from Runz to Trailz; a shift that’s been less about performance and more about peace, intuition and the quiet confidence that comes from letting the miles unfold instead of forcing them. Road racing once thrived on precision & pressure; trail running, by contrast, invites surrender—permission to breathe, to feel, to move without expectation. It’s a new chapter for Tommie, one guided not by pace or splits, but by curiosity and trust in where the path leads. But this one moves past the metrics and into the soul of the sport. The conversation digs into the heart of race, culture, and belonging — what it means to show up as a Black runner in spaces that weren’t built with you in mind, and how the act of running itself can be both liberation & labor. Tommie & Dawnta explore the evolution of representation — the beauty of showing up as yourself in spaces and the power it holds when others recognize a piece of their own story in yours. Because it’s not just about being “welcomed” to the start line — it’s about helping redefine who the start line belongs to and is created by. Through reflection & laughter, the crew explores how running can evolve from a personal pursuit into a communal act of stewardship. From road miles to ridge lines, Tommie’s story is proof that growth isn’t just about finding new terrain — it’s about discovering new layers of self within it. The lessons? Run when it’s joyful. Rest when it’s heavy. Keep showing up. Keep building. And most importantly, keep sharing. Cactuses, batteries and salty shorts oh my! This and so much more in this important, encouraging & iconic episode of the PRP! Recorded Friday October 24th @ 3:00PM PST

3. 

   4 Nov 2025

   Sarah Nitz & the Detroit Free Press Half Marathon ft. Coach Bambi

   In S5Ep10 of the PRP, Adam symposiums with radiant force of resilience, defiant survivor, corky community catalyst and proud Detroit Machine, Sarah Nitz, who has been preparing for the Detroit Free Press Half Marathon on Sunday October 19th, 2025. Coach Bambi, founder of Machine Athletics, culture missionary, and queen of conviction returns to show to offer her signature blend of mentorship, motivation, and trademark Machine-made wisdom. Sarah & Coach dive into a moving exchange about strength, stewardship, and the evolution of self through adversity. A proud member of both Machine Athletics and WeRun313, Sarah opens up about her journey from cancer diagnosis to comeback — how running became both a refuge and a reminder that healing isn’t about returning to who you once were, but embracing who you’ve become. Coach then ties in the power of belief — reminding us that strength starts in the mind. For Sarah, belief wasn’t just mindset—it was survival. That same faith now fuels her running, her purpose, and the light she gives back to others. The squad then explores the spiritual side of sport — how faith, community, and self-compassion can coexist with grit, ambition, and the drive to grow. They talk about what it means to mourn old versions of yourself, to release what no longer serves you, and to run lighter — not just physically, but emotionally. From surviving to thriving, Sarah’s story becomes a living blueprint for resilience & grace: proof that desire doesn’t age, and passion doesn’t need a finish line. Things get even more vulnerable when the crew unpacks mindset and attitude. What does it really mean to trust the process, embrace imperfection, and remember that rest isn’t weakness, it’s wisdom. Oh the places we’ll go when we embody the truth that running is a luxury, a practice of gratitude, and a celebration of what it means to simply be alive and moving forward. Where my OLG’s at?! Make me or break me coach! Dog aid?? Runnymoons?! Whale watching?! YOU HAVE TO GO GET IT. Puzzle pieces, self belief & tracking marathons in bars oh my! This and so much more in a deeply inspiring, joy-charged, and perspective-shifting edition of the PRP. Recorded Tuesday October 14th @ 6:00PM EST

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

29 ratings

Spotify

4.9 / 5

52 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 41 / 100

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Quality

52

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

77

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