Best DFL Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 139: Lisa McFadden - Barkley, Western States & The Third Circle of Hell! 1:05:55

25m ago1:05:55

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Lisa McFadden is an amazingly accomplished runner with over 100 ultras completed, including twenty 100 milers. She is also one of only a handful of people on the planet to complete the Triple Crown of the Last Annual Tennessee Journey runs, put on by that evil genius and previous guest Lazarus Lake, which is comprised of the Vol State (314 miles wh…

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S7E29 Misogyny, Diplomacy, Populism, and the Power of Narrative 2:58:55

19h ago2:58:55

2:58:55

In this wide-ranging episode of The Chris Abraham Show, Chris and his co-host ChatGPT delve deep into the complexities of global politics, diplomacy, and personal narrative. From Trump’s role as an unexpected dove of peace to the hidden forces driving conflicts like the war in Ukraine, Chris covers topics such as internalized misogyny, nationalism,…

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358. The Half Marathon That Changed My Life 18:37

3h ago18:37

18:37

Tune in this week as I tell the story of the half marathon that changed my life. I’m sharing why signing up for a race is never going to provide enough motivation to carry you through months of training, and you’ll discover the impact that you can have on the world just by showing up for yourself in a new way. Get full show notes and more informati…

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S7E28 Rowing Together: The 2024 Concept2 Fall Team Challenge 1:23:20

1h ago1:23:20

1:23:20

In this episode of The Chris Abraham Show, Chris and ChatGPT dive deep into the 2024 Concept2 Fall Team Challenge, where rowers from all over the world team up virtually to row as many meters as possible between September 15 and October 15. Chris shares his experiences rowing for Potomac Boat Club, his strategy of rowing 10,000 meters per day, and …

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Episode 138: Chris Sherwood - Running For Heroes, Western States & The Cocodona 250 1:11:54

36m ago1:11:54

1:11:54

We officially met Chris Sherwood at the recent Loopy Looper where he finished the grueling 100 mile event, overcoming the relentless heat and humidity to cross the finish line in 27:42 minutes. And while he ran in college at Georgia Southern University where he logged a 28:30 8K (that is a 5:44 per mile pace for just under 5 miles for anyone who ca…

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Episode 155: Biking the Riviera Maya with BRAG International 39:33

2h ago39:33

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Ever thought about riding your bike in Mexico? How about with a top notch bicycle tour company? BRAG is a non profit that provides quality bike tours including their signature tour called by the same name. BRAG stands for Bicycle Ride Across Georgia and that is a multi day bike tour across Georgia that has been going on since 1980! In addition to B…

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S7E27 The Tropes That Will Sink Kamala Harris' Presidency: Unpacking Gender, Race, and Power Dynamics 2:04:02

1h ago2:04:02

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In this episode of The Chris Abraham Show, we dive deep into the cultural, political, and social dynamics that could undermine Kamala Harris' presidential prospects. While the conversation spans two hours and touches on numerous topics, at the core lies a critical analysis of the harmful tropes and perceptions that surround Harris—both as a woman a…

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S7E26 Standing, Crime Stats, and the Manipulation of Public Perception: Lies by Omission 1:16:20

4d ago1:16:20

1:16:20

In this episode of The Chris Abraham Show, Chris and ChatGPT delve into how the legal concept of "standing" in courts, the manipulation of crime statistics, and the selective presentation of facts shape public perception. They explore how certain cases, especially around controversial topics like fraudulent elections and rising crime rates, are dis…

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357. How To Stop Procrastinating Your Runs 26:16

7d ago26:16

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This week's topic is something I'm sure all of you will be familiar with: procrastination. There is a lot of mind drama related to it and it's something we need to address because there's a good chance you're just lying to yourself. Today, I'm exploring why we procrastinate and how all these thoughts you tell yourself are really just lies. Stay tun…

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S7E25 The Kamala Debate Lies: Unchecked Narratives and Political Overreaction 42:50

1d ago42:50

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In this episode of The Chris Abraham Show, Chris uncovers the unchecked lies that Kamala Harris told during the recent presidential debate. Despite the moderators rigorously fact-checking Trump, Harris's misstatements, including her false portrayal of Trump’s “dictator for one day” joke, were left unchallenged. Chris explores the larger implication…

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S7E24 Straight Talk on Controversial Issues 41:21

2d ago41:21

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In this episode of The Chris Abraham Show, Chris dives into the most heated and polarizing political issues of our time, sharing his true and honest beliefs. From open borders and healthcare to the Second Amendment, policing, and LGBTQ+ rights, Chris doesn’t hold back. He also discusses his thoughts on the Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump debate, wit…

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S7E23: Charging Colt's Dad: Weaponizing the Law Against Marginalized Communities and Other Topics 1:47:18

4d ago1:47:18

1:47:18

In this episode, Chris Abraham tackles the troubling implications of charging Colt Gray's father in the wake of a school shooting. We explore how this legal precedent could be weaponized against marginalized communities, particularly Black and Latino families, where systemic inequalities already exist. The conversation broadens to examine the wider…

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Episode 137: Chris Rice - Loopy Looper, Spartathlon & The Arizona Monster 300 1:09:00

10d ago1:09:00

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Chris Rice got his start as an adventure racer and has since racked up more than 90 events on UltraSignup. We were lucky enough to shake hands with him recently at the Loopy Looper 100 miler where we witnessed his sub 24 hour finish , teaming up with prior guest Michael "Gagz" Gagliardi to tough out the last 3 hours of the race. And to hint at the …

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356. Why You're Not Making Progress with Your Running 23:59

8d ago23:59

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Join me this week as I show you how you can get different results with your running. They don’t just happen by accident or by a miracle, but it can be done. It’s not going to feel good all the time, but exploring how you can start taking the steps will give you the momentum to keep going and you will see the progress. Get full show notes and more i…

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Episode 136: Race Spotlight - Mines of Spain 100 43:24

13d ago43:24

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After over a year of race spotlights, we must confess. This is the first race spotlight for a race in Iowa. And, we are so grateful that this one was recommended to us as it was flying under the radar, but no more. The Mines of Spain 100 takes place in Dubuque, Iowa in October and sells out each year, so if you want to run this one, you may have to…

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355. How to Ask for What You Want When You're Fat 29:13

15d ago29:13

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I experienced something recently that got me thinking about how conditioned we are to blame ourselves when we don’t fit someone else’s expectations. It happens on airplanes with seatbelts, and it happens at races with race shirts that only come in S, M, and L. Tune in this week to discover how you’ve been socialized by a patriarchal society with an…

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Episode 135: John Maynard - Coma Recovery, Life Rules & The Angeles Crest 100 1:36:19

20d ago1:36:19

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John Maynard appears to be the perfect combination of ultra experience and positive mindset. On the running side, he figured out pretty early on that he was built for endurance, covering 18 miles in the 5th grade to win a season pass to Great America. And he has continued to develop that endurance to the point that he just toed the starting line of…

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354. So You F*$@ed Up, Now What? 27:02

27d ago27:02

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I’ve been working with some clients recently on planning for their goals. But we can’t have a conversation about goals without talking about failure, what it means to us as runners and humans, and why we’re so scared of failing. So, tune in this week to discover what to do when you’ve f*$@ed up. I’m sharing why real success never happens on the fir…

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Election Analysis & Gossip with Taylor & Josh Martin 1:01:02

25d ago1:01:02

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We kick things off with results and analysis of Don Samuels vs Ilhan Omar in the 5th congressional district primary. Josh breaks out his google docs. We list all the factors working against Samuels in 2024, compared to his previous campaign in 2022. We cover Katie Jones's victory in Minneapolis's only competitive state legislative race (house distr…

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Episode 134: Race Spotlight - Rio Del Lago 100 35:29

27d ago35:29

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REGISTRATION DISCOUNT! We wanted to tell you this first, in case you didn't read all the way to the bottom. If you want to register for the 2024 Rio Del Lago 100m or the 50k, you can get a 15% discount when you register using the code URGRIO and is good through Oct 25, 2024.About the race... the Rio Del Lago 100m starts at Folsom Lake Recreation Ar…

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353. The Ultimate Guide to Running with Mirna Valerio 1:11:56

1M ago1:11:56

1:11:56

I am super excited to be bringing you an episode with the one and only, Mirna Valerio a.k.a., The Mirnavator! If you've been living under a rock and have no idea who she is, don't fret, because you're going to literally learn everything about her in this week's episode. Get full show notes and more information here: http://notyouraveragerunner.com/…

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PART 3: Everything Is Different Now - They Love Us, They Really Love Us! 36:25

1M ago36:25

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Welcome to the third part of our breakdown of the wild last month of the presidential race. This week, we're celebrating Tim Walz, of course! We discuss Governor Tim Walz being tabbed as Kamala Harris' running-mate from the perspective of people who have had an up close look at Tim Walz the governor, and Tim Walz the person. Thanks for tuning in!…

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PART 2: Everything Is Different Now - What's Next For Donald? 32:54

1M ago32:54

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Welcome to Part 2 of our series on the huge shakeup in the Presidential race that has occurred over the past month. This week, we discuss the fallout of the Harris move from the prospective of Donald Trump and his regrettable running mate, JD Vance. Link to the Allen family GoFundMe as mentioned in the show: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-Allen…

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PART 1: Everything Is Different Now - Kamala Has Arrived 37:12

1M ago37:12

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Hi Debriefers, our sincerest apologies for being behind on publishing episodes, as you can imagine we've been slightly busy as of late. But, we have a 3-part series for you today that we're calling Everything Is Different Now. In Part 1 we reacted to the announcement that Vice President Kamala Harris would be replacing President Biden at the top of…

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Episode 133: Natasha Swartley - Foot Care, Self-Doubt and the Tahoe 200! 1:22:00

1M ago1:22:00

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Tasha Swartley, AKA "Thor," probably has the most unique set of skills out of anyone we have ever talked to. Not only is she a retired Navy Veteran who made a living loading bombs on jets, but she is also a Wilderness certified EMT who specializes in treating foot and other medical issues for ultra trail athletes. She has made a name for herself as…

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352. What It Means to Be a Fat Runner with Another Mother Runner Podcast 28:00

1M ago28:00

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I'm sharing a conversation I had over on the Another Mother Runner Podcast where we talked about my relationship with weight loss and my experience of creating a space for runners who feel “other” in the running world. I share my thoughts on weight loss, especially in relation to running speed, the mental side of running, and the myths that need to…

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Hot Dog Flavored DFL Primary Preview - VOTE by AUG 13! 1:31:11

1M ago1:31:11

1:31:11

Jason Garcia, aka Hot Dog Larry Jacobs, joins us to do podcast punditry while attempting to eat 12 hot dogs for charity. Josh Martin makes sure the score-keeping stays honest. In this groundbreaking 90 minute episode, we talk about the race for Minnesota House of Representatives in 61A. Frank Hornstein is retiring, creating a vacancy for the first …

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Episode 132: Race Spotlight - Cape Fear 24 Hour 34:17

1M ago34:17

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Variety is the name of the game in the ultra world. Located in the town of Lillington NC, which is about an hour outside of Raleigh is the Cape Fear 24 Hour endurance run. The looped course is asphalt paved, flat, with one small incline, measures 0.59 mile and is USATF certified/sanctioned. To get a picture of this location, it will remind you of w…

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Episode 154: Bikepacking for the Be Good Foundation 47:48

1M ago47:48

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The Be Good Foundation was founded by Rebecca Rusch who among many things is an ultra endurance athlete, adventure cyclist, a world champion multiple times and the star in a film called Blood Road. At the Be Good Foundation, the bike is the center of their work as a catalyst for healing, empowerment, and evolution. They provide grant support to a n…

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351. How to Shut Down Your Inner Mean Girl 23:46

2M ago23:46

23:46

This week, we’re diving into a topic everyone can relate to - our inner mean girl. She’s the negative voice in our head that makes us feel like crap by telling us that we’re too fat, too slow, or too whatever. Even when other people compliment us, our inner mean girl steps in to tell us they’re wrong. But fear not; because I'm telling you why it do…

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Episode 131: Rebecca Scott - Rocky Raccoon 100, Being DFL, and Taking On The Speedgoat 50K! 1:10:07

2M ago1:10:07

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Rebecca Scott is a fighter! A quick scan of her UltraSignup will definitely show that she’s tough, with a podium finish in 12 of the 27 listed events, but what it won’t show you are the obstacles that she has had to overcome to get here. Because the truth is that life is not always fair, and adversity is not evenly distributed, but she is a glaring…

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S7E22 Understanding Harm Reduction: Bridging Compassion and Public Health 37:30

2M ago37:30

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In this episode, Chris Abraham explores the complexities of harm reduction and societal reintegration, tackling sensitive topics such as abortion, PrEP, and support services for the unhoused. Reflecting on his experiences in Berlin and Washington, D.C., Chris discusses the intentional nature of participating in certain activities and the compassion…

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350. How to Process a DFL or DNF 26:47

2M ago26:47

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This week, we’re talking about how to process a DNF, DFL or a DNS. For those of you who don’t know, DNF stands for Did Not Finish. DFL means Dead Fucking Last. And a DNS means Did Not Start. I’ll be honest with you: it’s more than likely you will experience one or all of these as you begin your running journey. But don’t let that put you off. I'm s…

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Wedge Save America: MPD Raises, BET Expansion, Taylor Dahlin Visits a Vacant Burger King 53:59

2M ago53:59

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On this episode of Wedge Save America: After their department earned an unprecedented double consent decree, the Minneapolis police union earns a historically large 21.7% pay increase as part of their new contract; the plan to add an additional elected member/crackpot to the Minneapolis Board of Estimate and Taxation dies at the Charter Commission;…

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S7E21 Politics, Bullshit, and the Madness of Modern Media 1:36:52

2M ago1:36:52

1:36:52

In this episode, Chris Abraham dives into the complexities of modern politics, media bias, and the socio-economic impacts of corporate relocations. Chris shares his observations on the polarized political landscape, the authenticity of media narratives, and the significant changes in Arlington, Virginia due to Amazon HQ2. He also reflects on the br…

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Episode 130: Race Spotlight - Sulphur Springs Trail Race 42:29

2M ago42:29

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This is our FIRST race spotlight for a race that takes place outside of the US. This race is the largest trail race, the largest ultra, and the oldest ultra in Canada. And, as of May 2024, the first ever Western States Qualifying race based out of Ontario. The Sulphur Springs Trail race takes place on the trails of the Dundas Valley Conservation ar…

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S7E20 Being Dead Effing Last (DFL) as Athletic Virtue and Lifestyle 37:33

2M ago37:33

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In this episode, Chris Abraham dives into the importance of participating in physical activities regardless of finishing first or last. He shares his personal journey from slow jogging around Diamond Head in high school to integrating spin classes and rowing into his fitness routine. Chris discusses the challenges he faced transitioning from walkin…

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349.The Fuel Episode with Jen Lamplough: Listener Q&A 30:39

2M ago30:39

30:39

Join us this week as we dive into some awesome questions around what to eat before and after your runs, why cutting out sugar might be a good idea, how to eat without cutting calories or macros, and what might be going on if you don’t think you’re optimally fueling your body. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunn…

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S7E19 Embracing Practicality: The Marathon Navigator Experience 42:47

2M ago42:47

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In this episode, Chris Abraham dives deep into his appreciation for the 41mm Navigator by Marathon Watch Company. He discusses the watch's unique features, including its tritium lume, lightweight and slim design, quartz accuracy, solid bars for straps, and sapphire crystal glass. Chris also shares his thoughts on the "gray man" theory and how his c…

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Episode 129: Nolan McKenna - Sub-3 HR 50K, The Kettle Moraine 100 & "It's You Against You!" 1:15:33

2M ago1:15:33

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Nolan McKenna currently holds the Top Performance in North America in 2024 for the 50K distance with an astounding finish time of 2:58:54, which equates to a mind boggling average pace of about 5:46 a mile for 31 miles. And we were super excited to talk with him about his first 100 mile attempt at the Kettle Moraine 100, as well as find out what pu…

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