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Leading From the Front: Ted Metellus, Race Director of the TCS New York City Marathon & NYRR
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In this special episode of Sneaker Impact News, hosted by Bryan the Botanist, we have the honor of interviewing Ted Metellus, the Race Director of the TCS New York City Marathon and Senior Vice President of Event Development and Production at the New York Road Runners (NYRR). Joining the conversation is Frankie Ruiz, the Race Director of the Lifetime Miami Marathon. We dive deep into Ted's journey from being a native New Yorker to leading one of the world's most iconic marathons, the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon, which takes place on Sunday, November 3rd. Ted shares insights on Sneaker Impact’s new pilot program with the NYRR's RUNCenter, the community's role in running, the environmental sustainability efforts by New York Road Runners, and the unique experience of the marathon that brings together over 50,000 runners from around the globe. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just getting started, this episode offers invaluable perspectives on the transformative power of running and community.
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1. Leading From the Front: Ted Metellus, Race Director of the TCS New York City Marathon & NYRR (00:00:00)
2. Meet the Race Directors: Ted Metellus and Frankie Ruiz (00:00:23)
3. Exploring the New York Road Runners Run Center (00:00:50)
4. Ted Metellus: A New Yorker's Journey (00:02:02)
5. From High School Runner to Event Director (00:03:35)
6. The Impact of 9/11 on the NYC Marathon (00:05:44)
7. Comparing the NYC and Miami Marathons (00:07:03)
8. The Role of Community in Running Events (00:10:38)
9. Behind the Scenes of the NYC Marathon (00:14:02)
10. The Honor of Leading the NYC Marathon (00:20:55)
11. The Marathon's Environmental Impact and Sustainability Efforts (00:23:22)
12. Community Programs and Social Good Initiatives (00:25:55)
13. The Excitement of the New York City Marathon (00:28:05)
14. Personal Running Experiences and Reflections (00:29:51)
15. The Global Impact of Running and Sneaker Recycling (00:31:40)
16. The Future of Marathons and Running (00:40:16)
17. Inspiring Messages and Closing Thoughts (00:42:15)
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