Best Rauf Podcasts (2024)

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Libby Miller 57:39

17h ago57:39

57:39

Libby Miller may be new-ish to the Montgomery Road Runners, and she is already making her presence known. Having been fairly transient in her early adult life, she was familiar with finding run community no matter where she lived. That didn't change when she arrived in the Great DC Metro area. She found herself joining the run club in Montgomery Co…

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Allison Xanthopoulos 45:22

1d ago45:22

45:22

Allison joins to talk about how she started running as a way to finding a healthier way to care for herself during the pandemic. In the midst of finding a healthier lifestyle, she has also made friends and found communtiy along the way. Run Build Grow is hosted by Andrew Ware, The RunninRev. Thank you for joining us as we explore the communal spiri…

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Amanda Caton 59:25

10d ago59:25

59:25

As a local on the Peninsula in Hampton Roads, Va, Amanda has become a regular while working at Point2 Running Company. She helps folks at all stages of their running journey, and is using experiences from her own journey to help others. Listen to this episode to hear more about her story and how she is helping spread community through coaching and …

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Rich Saunders 49:38

25d ago49:38

49:38

Rich joins Run Build Grow from Richmond, and talks about how his running love developed. We explore how this season of life has led to him to new ventures that has really hit home the nature of community. While he is still working after his own goals, he still loves opportunities to enjoy running and doing it with others. This is an episode you wil…

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Raz Rauf 46:47

26d ago46:47

46:47

Raz has been running for many years (back to his youth as a 400m track runner). Recently running has brought him to appreciate the joys of participating in the context of something beyond himself. When he moved to Los Angeles he found himself using running to explore the expansive city. After a while, he found what he loved about certain groups and…

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Kathy Donovan 53:53

1M ago53:53

53:53

In this episode we welcome Kathy Donovan who has been the leader and President of Pack Training. She continues to participate in and train with them. Kathy has been at the center of creating and sharing communal joy through running and helping all classes of runners train for races in the Hampton Roads area and beyond. In this episode we talk about…

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Julia Bohl 47:14

2M ago47:14

47:14

Jules Bohl is a local runner in Hampton Roads, and is always looking around for community. She loves to join groups for community runs, and she always enjoys meeting new people. However, sometimes she has been her own roadblock in getting the most out of being an art of community. In this conversation we chat about her journey to seeing herself as …

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Candace Broaddus 55:56

2M ago55:56

55:56

This episode features Candace Broaddus, a member and coach in the Richmond Running Community. Candace walks us through her journey of her love for running and how that love, drive, and passion led her to begin to coach in this different way. We explore the Richmond running community and what sets it apart from others. We talk about how she went fro…

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Paisley Landry 46:07

2M ago46:07

46:07

In the latest episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Paisley Landry, a devoted Mother Runner based in Austin, TX. Despite her affiliation with the Brooks Running Collective, Paisley’s running journey is deeply rooted in her role as a mother. She passionately revealed how she finds purpose in running for her son and those close to her, emphas…

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Chris Elliot 55:18

2M ago55:18

55:18

This episode features Chris Elliot. Chris runs with RunSomeMo out of MoMac Brewing. Chris is always one to bring energy and passion no matter where he is. Chris joins to talk about his journey and what his presence in this community has meant to him. This is a joyful story to share, learn from, and grow together. Run Build Grow is hosted by Andrew …

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Katie Wax-White 56:14

3M ago56:14

56:14

In this episode, we welcome Katie Wax-White. Katie is a native of Hampton Roads, VA, but currently resides and runs in Atlanta (ATL). However, the journey to be where she is, running as an adult, was once considered impossible. An injury in her senior year of High School put her on the sidelines, almost permanently, and began a painful journey of j…

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Flashback: Ray Garraud 46:16

3M ago46:16

46:16

When life gets busy, it is amazing to know you don’t need to reinvent the wheel. I went back into my previous podcasts archive and found this gem. Ray is a runner local to the Hampton Roads area, and has become a leader when it comes to helping folks understand the importance of running and movement in general. Take a listen to Ray’s journey, and I…

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Vanessa Peralta-Mitchell 1:00:34

3M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running. This episode features the owner and founder of VCPM, Inc. and Game Changers, Vanessa Peralta-Mitchell. Vanessa is a runner, coach, and visionary leader for the global running community through her group and organization Game Changers…

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The Solo Episode 45:34

3M ago45:34

45:34

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining us as we explore the communal spirit of running.I this episode, I interview…myself (and yes it is a bit weird haha). I share a lot about my running journey, and somewhat ramble for a bit. This episode covers a bit of the heart behind why community has been such a pivotal part of…

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Caitlin Kirchoff 40:47

4M ago40:47

40:47

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcomeCaitlin Kirchoff. Caitlin calls Norfolk Run Club her home club, but is active all throughout Hampton Roads. Her love for human anatomy combined with her love for running has made her a great presence in the c…

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George Lutz 46:29

4M ago46:29

46:29

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcomeGeorge Lutz. George is the founder and director of Honor and Remember, an organization that honors military members who have died in service to the United States. Honor and Remember helps families as they gre…

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Rainey Niklawski 43:24

4M ago43:24

43:24

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcomeRainey Niklawski. Rainey has just wrapped up a term of serving as the President of the Richmond Road Runners Club in Richmond, Va. In her time she sought to continue the growth that Richmond was experiencing …

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Nikkia Young 55:31

4M ago55:31

55:31

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcomeNikkia Young. Nikkia brings her knowledge and leadership to this conversation. We talk about her role in the Richmond running community and beyond. This is not your regular community runner. Nikkia sees her r…

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James Moore 40:57

5M ago40:57

40:57

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcomeJames Moore. James is a local runner to the Hampton Roads area, who ran his 5th Boston Marathon this past Monday. Boston may not be in the cards for all runners, but setting goals is something we can all rela…

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James Dowell 44:18

5M ago44:18

44:18

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcomeJames Dowell. James is the Co-leader of Prolyfyck Run Crew out of Charlottesville, Va, and has become a leader throughout Charlottesville and beyond. This conversation explores the black running community and…

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Mike Couch 45:53

5M ago45:53

45:53

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcome Mike Couch. Mike is the co-leader and founder of RunSomeMo Run Club in Portsmouth, Va. He leads the club out of MoMac Brewing Company, and has tried to create community in a place that hasn’t seen a lot of r…

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Kate Fletcher 44:22

5M ago44:22

44:22

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcomeKate Fletcher. Kate is a High School English teacher who had a crazy idea, to put herself in difficult situations to raise money for students who have had their own difficult experiences. We talk about the Li…

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Robin Telfian 37:35

5M ago37:35

37:35

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcomeRobin Telfian. Robin is the founder and director of Shood: Shoes for Good, a non-profit located in Richmond, Va that collects, fits, and distributes shoes to those who need them. This covers a large range, as…

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John Hartzell 46:41

6M ago46:41

46:41

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcomeJohn Hartzell. John is a steadfast presence in the Hampton Roads running scene. However, for John this is about more than just running. In this episode, John and I talk about the beginning of his running jour…

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Taylor “Jake” Jacobs 40:39

6M ago40:39

40:39

Welcoming Jake Jacobs to the Run Build Grow Jake is the chapter captain of the Hampton Roads chapter of Team Red, White, and Blue (Team RWB). Team RWB seeks to help veterans as they transition to civilian life to keep them connected through movement and community. Jake and I talk through Team RWB, his running journey and eventual connection with th…

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John Lomogda 42:00

6M ago42:00

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As the manager of a local running specialty store in Hampton Roads, John Lomogda brings a very interesting perspective to the nature of running community. In this episode we discuss why these stores are places where people both experienced and inexperienced in the running world come to gather and get the tools for running. From the pair of shoes th…

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John Calabrese 48:00

6M ago48:00

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John is an ultra-marathon and trail runner who is a member of Virginia Happy Trails Run Club. He loves to spend time outdoor on the run and with his family. Check out this episode where we talk about the ultra-running community and what makes it so awesome. These crazy and often psychotic runners have carved out their own little niche community. Ho…

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Jerry and Amy Frostick 45:29

7M ago45:29

45:29

Jerry and Amy Frostick are the founders and owners of J&A Racing, a Race Management Company in Virginia Beach, Va. Their portfolio boasts one of the most popular marathon weekends, The Shamrock Marathon. Yet, for Jerry and Amy it is the communal nature of running that keeps them humbled as they manage 9 races across Hampton Roads throughout the yea…

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Kim Freeman 45:06

7M ago45:06

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Kim is local to the Hampton Roads area, coming on representing the North End Run Club in Virginia Beach. Kim talks of her journey getting connected with North End Run Club (NERC) and what it has meant to be a part of this running community. We explore how these local clubs can be a source of friendship, inspiration, and dedication to running.Find K…

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Adam Otstot 48:43

7M ago48:43

48:43

Adam Otstot is a husband, father, teacher, and a Masters National Cross Country podium-er (?).In this conversation, Adam and I talk about his roots in running and his return to the running-only scene (he spent some time doing triathalons) as a 37-year old. Upon turning 40 he entered a new level of competitive running known as Masters Level. Adam ta…

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Megan Schulze 34:49

7M ago34:49

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Megan is a runner local to the Peninsula Area, near Williamsburg, Va. She participates in various communities across the Peninusla, from Peninsula Track Club to Colonial Road Runners. She always brings a fun time and hard working attitude to races.In this episode, Megan and I talk about her start in running, training to get ready for her school cro…

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Thomas Hicks 47:22

8M ago47:22

47:22

Thomas Hicks is the president of Tidewater Striders and has been at the forefront of running in the Hampton Roads community for half a decade. For him running is about getting together to foster the best version of ourselves. in this episode Thomas and I discuss his love for community, what made him want to get involved with Tidewater Striders, and…

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Chris Mason 43:02

8M ago43:02

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Chris is an active runner and participant in the running community in Richmond, Va. He currently serves on the board of the Richmond Road Runners Club and helps coach on the Sportsbackers Marathon Training Teams that help prepare runners for various races (usually focusing around a spring and fall marathon). Chris’ passion for running and inclusivi…

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Melissa Moser 44:21

8M ago44:21

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In this inaugural episode I start out with the leader and found of the 2023 J&A Racing Community Award winning Run OV Run Club, Melissa Moser.In this episode, Melissa and I talk about what led her to start Run OV, a run club and a non-profit. What has it meant for her to lead a run club that also has, as part of its founding principles a philanthro…

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Trailer 2:55

9M ago2:55

2:55

The trailer for the Run Build Grow Podcast. A podcast about the communal spirit of running. Runners running in and helping the community.By Andrew Ware

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Howard Head Coach Kenny Blakeney Talks March Madness, Back to Back Winning Seasons, Jordan Brand 46:43

1+ y ago46:43

46:43

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#86 - Season Finale: Reflecting On This Season’s Beasts 9:44

1+ y ago9:44

9:44

Welcome to the season 3 finale of Rebuilding the Beast! On this episode I reflect on all the guests we’ve had this season and the things I learned from them. We also dive deep into where my life is headed and the future I imagine for the podcast. Your guy’s support means the world to me and I’m so glad to have you all on this journey. But I need yo…

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#85 - Storytime with Fes - Farmer With Two Buckets 6:07

1+ y ago6:07

6:07

Hello my fellow beasts! As our season starts winding down, I wanted to share this quick story called the Farmer With Two Buckets. It’s a great reminder that even though we may feel broken or have flaws, we can still inspire those around us in a positive way. I created this podcast for you to get inspired and have tips as we all journey through our …

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#84 - Alexa Towersey: Sobriety, Fitness, and Mental Health 1:12:48

1+ y ago1:12:48

1:12:48

Trigger Warning: Suicide Our next guest is joining us all the way from Australia, today we have Alexa Towersey! Alexa, also known as “Action Alexa,” is a celebrity trainer, nutritionist, writer, sports model, and mental health advocate. This woman is a literal BEAST! After being bullied for being too skinny, the gym became her safe place as she dev…

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Athlete Activist Dr. Harry Edwards On LeBron's Greatness On & Off The Court, Ali, Kareem, MJ, More 57:55

1+ y ago57:55

57:55

On the latest episode of The Rematch, Etan Thomas is joined by the esteemed Dr. Harry Edwards. They have a great discussion about the role athletes play in society as role models and the weight they bare for social change. They also discuss the origin of The Olympic Project for Human Rights, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

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#83 - Xeana Kamalani Dung: Discovering Your ‘Why’ 55:43

1+ y ago55:43

55:43

Let’s say Aloha to our next guest Xeana Kamalani - aka, Kama! Kama is a model, actress, Philanthropist, founder of Kama Training, and is the first pro league pitcher in softball that’s from Hawaii. And being only 25 years old, she has accomplished so much. Today we cover, · What growing up in Hawaii is really like and how her hometown, Makaha, woul…

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Bishop Talbert Swan Discusses LeBron James’ Activism, Kyrie Irving Backlash, Media Bias, More 1:01:38

1+ y ago1:01:38

1:01:38

On the latest episode of The Rematch, Etan Thomas is joined by the esteemed Bishop Talbert Swan. They discuss a myriad of topics, from LeBron James greatness on and off the court. The media backlash that Kyrie Irving has received, the role the media plays in all of this and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#82 - Tara Mackey: Addiction, Natural Medicine, and Motherhood 1:02:26

1+ y ago1:02:26

1:02:26

Trigger Warning: Suicide Our next guest has been a long time coming… today we have my good friend Tara Mackey on the podcast! Tara is the CEO of “The Organic Life,” founder of “Genetix,” Author of Cured By Nature and Wild Habits, a musician, a scientist, and then her most important job – a solo mother. She’s on the journey of always pursing her int…

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#81- Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf: “Stand” ft. Joslyn Rose Lyons 1:14:09

1+ y ago1:14:09

1:14:09

You guys, I am so excited about our next guest. Today on the podcast we the legendary Mahmoud Abdul Rauf! Mahmoud is a former NBA player who has played for the Denver Nuggets, the Sacrament Kings, and Vancouver Grizzles. He is one of the greatest players in the game, even while living with a form of Tourettes. We have seen his name in headlines oft…

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#80 - Karly Ashworth: Big Brother, Hypnotherapy, and Finding Purpose 53:58

1+ y ago53:58

53:58

We have a beautiful, inspiring episode this week my fellow beasts! My friend Karly Ashworth is our next guest. She is also our first ever reality tv star that we’ve had on the podcast. After her time on the UK’s Big Brother, Karly decided to leave the world of fame and climb the ladder of the corporate world. After finding success there, feeling bu…

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#79 - Lana Shay: Erotic Dancing, Sexuality, and Psychedelics 54:44

1+ y ago54:44

54:44

This week on Rebuilding the Beast we are breaking down the stigma of the sex industry and the use of psychedelics. I ask that you come in with an open mind and heart and be ready to learn something, because I for sure did! With that being said, our guest today is Lana Shay! Lana is a conscious sex worker, the co-founder of Psychedelic Times, and au…

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#78 - Caity Lotz: Acting, Directing, and Getting Married 1:08:20

1+ y ago1:08:20

1:08:20

We’ve got a special episode this week, my good friend Caity Lotz is our next guest! Caity is an actress, dancer, director, and stunt woman. You may have even seen her on shows like Mad Men, Arrow, and Legends. Recently, Caity got engaged, so get ready to hear a loved-up episode! Today we talk about · How she met her fiancé Kyle and how she finally …

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#77 - Advice You’d Give Your Younger Self Part 2 22:14

1+ y ago22:14

22:14

Happy New Year! To kick off the new year we have compiled all the answers this season to my favorite question, “If you could talk to your younger self, what advice would you give them?” I love looking back on the answers to these questions because they perfectly encapsulate that person’s journey of rebuilding. Please enjoy as we reflect on these 10…

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Last Chance U Head Coach John Mosley on JUCO Basketball, Season 2, How They Film The Show 1:45:41

1+ y ago1:45:41

1:45:41

On the latest episode of The Rematch, Etan Thomas is joined by the star of Last Chance U, head coach of the East Los Angeles College Men's basketball team, John Mosley detailing his 2nd season on the Netflix hit show, the challenges of coaching at the junior college level and using basketball to mentor young men. Learn more about your ad choices. V…

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#76 - Box Full of Kisses 5:13

1+ y ago5:13

5:13

Merry Christmas, Happy Hannukah, Happy Kwanza, and a Happy New Year! This week we’re taking it easy as we get ready to enter the New Year. Today you’ll hear the story, Box Full of Kisses. It’s a beautiful reminder that love is the most precious gift in the world, so hold onto your loved ones tight and check in with them. Now, before you read this n…

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