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Welcome to the "Choose to Endure" podcast, the go-to show for back of the pack ultra runners. Join us as we explore uplifting stories, interviews, gear and training tips, all tailored towards the unsung heroes at the back end of the ultra universe.
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Historian and author Walter Edgar mines the riches of the South Carolina Encyclopedia to bring you South Carolina from A to Z. South Carolina from A to Z is a production of South Carolina Public Radio in partnership with the University of South Carolina Press and SC Humanities.
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When will the world create an artificial intelligence that matches human level capabilities, better known as an artificial general intelligence (AGI)? What will that world look like & how can we ensure it's positive & beneficial for humanity as a whole? Tech entrepreneur & software engineer Soroush Pour (@soroushjp) sits down with AI experts to discuss AGI timelines, pathways, implications, opportunities & risks as we enter this pivotal new era for our planet and species. Hosted by Soroush P ...
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Can optimizing your sleep be the ultimate game-changer for endurance athletes? Join us on this insightful episode of Choose to Endure as we explore the profound impact of sleep on ultra-runners with Amanda Chocko, a renowned sleep coach and author of "Relax Sleep Thrive: Your Five-Week Journey to Peaceful, Restorative Sleep." Amanda illuminates the…
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In our latest episode of Choose to Endure, we sit down with ultramarathon runner Jeff Colgrove, who shares his transformative journey from high school runner to ultra-endurance athlete. Jeff recounts how his quest to shed pounds led to a passion for running that evolved from half marathons to tackling the grueling world of ultramarathons. Jeff's st…
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What turns a reluctant runner into an elite athlete representing the USA? Join us for a compelling episode as we sit down with Megan Eckert, an accomplished ultra runner whose journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Megan opens up about her initial hesitation towards running and how the unwavering support from her husband and the trail running c…
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What drives someone to push their physical and mental limits in ultrarunning? Join me, Richard Gleave, as we explore this compelling question and uncover the deeply personal motivations that fuel our community. Hear from the Choose to Endure community as they share how faith and camaraderie in the trail ultra community become lifelines in overcomin…
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We speak with Stephen Casper, or "Cas" as his friends call him. Cas is a PhD student at MIT in the Computer Science (EECS) department, in the Algorithmic Alignment Group advised by Prof Dylan Hadfield-Menell. Formerly, he worked with the Harvard Kreiman Lab and the Center for Human-Compatible AI (CHAI) at Berkeley. His work focuses on better unders…
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We speak with Katja Grace. Katja is the co-founder and lead researcher at AI Impacts, a research group trying to answer key questions about the future of AI — when certain capabilities will arise, what will AI look like, how it will all go for humanity. We talk to Katja about: * How AI Impacts latest rigorous survey of leading AI researchers shows …
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Ever wondered what it takes to disrupt an industry and create the perfect running and lifestyle gear? On this episode of Choose to Endure, we bring you an exclusive conversation with CEO Scott Bailey and Co-Founder Floris Gierman, two of the driving forces behind PATH Projects apparel company. Frustrated by the lack of quality running shorts, Scott…
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What does it really take to optimize your ultra running performance without sacrificing your happiness and well-being? Join me, Richard Gleave, on Choose to Endure, as we uncover the hidden costs of relentless optimization in ultra running. From physical injuries to mental burnout and social sacrifices, this episode explores the high stakes of push…
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Embark on a journey into the Ultraverse featuring bespoke races and nutrition designed for the ultra-endurance athlete with Chase and Casey Hammond of Ultraverse Supplements. They join me, Richard Gleave, to share their inspiring tale from passionate ultra-runners to innovative supplement creators. We uncover the secrets behind their bestseller Pro…
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When Ultra Expeditions Race Director Christy Krchnavy laced up her shoes to start the Cocodona 250 mile race through the rugged Arizona landscape, she carried more than just her running gear; she embodied the indomitable spirit of a back-of-the-pack ultra runner. Her story is a testament to enduring strength, recounting her evolution from a time-st…
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