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DFW Running Talk

"DFW Running Talk" is a podcast dedicated to the vibrant running community in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. Each episode features in-depth conversations with local running experts, including coaches, athletes, race directors, and dieticians. We explore training tips, upcoming events, nutrition advice, and inspiring stories from the DFW running scene. Whether you"re a seasoned marathoner or a casual jogger, tune in to connect with and learn from the diverse voices shaping our local running

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All Episodes

42:04

Mark Olateju the Picture Guy: How One Runner's Camera...

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2025/08/29

In this captivating episode of DFW Running Talk, host Chris Detzel sits down with Mark Olateju (affectionately known as "Mark O" to those who struggle with his last name), the beloved photographer who has been documenting the Dallas running community for over two decades. Mark's journey from a reluctant 8K participant lured by free breakfast to a sub-3:09 marathoner is as unexpected as it is inspiring.Discover how a principal's promise of homemade breakfast sparked a running career that

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43:36

Why We Never Run Alone: The White Rock Running Co-op...

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2025/08/19

What happens when strangers become family through the simple act of putting one foot in front of the other? In this heartwarming episode of DFW Running Talk, host Chris Detzel sits down with the leadership team of White Rock Running Co-op (WRRC) to explore how a free running club in Dallas has transformed lives and built an incredible community.Meet Chet, who moved to Dallas knowing no one and found his people through Wednesday night runs; Craig, who discovered that showing up consistently

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29:58

From 232 Pounds to 2:46 Marathon: Greg Rankin's...

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2025/08/11

Join host Chris Detzel for an inspiring conversation with Greg Rankin, a cornerstone of the Dallas-Fort Worth running community whose journey proves it's never too late for a comeback. From earning a pink fourth-place ribbon in his first high school track meet to running a 2:46 marathon, Greg's story is one of resilience, reinvention, and the power of community.In this episode, Greg shares his three distinct "running careers" - from a college scholarship runner who walked away from the

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45:56

Chris & Anne Barnwell: Creating Texas Trail Community

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2025/08/05

Join host Chris Detzel for an inspiring conversation with Chris and Anne Barnwell, the husband-and-wife team behind Blaze Trails Running, one of Texas's most beloved trail racing organizations.Discover how Chris transformed from a 245-pound tech worker to an ultra-runner whose first 100-miler was the legendary Western States, and how Anne found healing and purpose through running during her own life transitions. Their love story began at a running club, evolved over cake concerts and trail

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46:19

31 Marathons and Counting: Farrell Hedrick's Journey...

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2025/07/28

Join host Chris Detzel for an inspiring conversation with Richardson native Farrell Hedrick, whose remarkable running journey embodies the power of transformation and perseverance. What started as a simple goal to lose 50 pounds after college has evolved into an incredible story of athletic achievement and career reinvention.Farrell shares his progression from struggling to run half a mile in uptown Dallas to becoming a 2:47 marathoner with 31 marathons under his belt. Along the way, he

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52:56

Phillip Paris Leaves Colin Hamilton Hanging: The 4AM...

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2025/07/22

What do you get when you mix a guy who got hit by a car at 14, another who abandoned his marathon buddy via 4AM text, and enough curry paste to feed a small army? This episode of DFW Running Talk.Join Chris as he sits down with Colin Hamilton and Philip Paris, two runners whose friendship was forged through shared miles, questionable life choices, and an inexplicable love of Indian food. Colin's journey starts with getting literally run over by his brother's girlfriend (yes, really) and

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37:17

Matthew Barron: From 3:25 Plateau to 2:38 Marathon...

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2025/07/14

Join host Chris Detzel as he sits down with Matt Barron, whose incredible marathon journey spans over a decade of ups, downs, and breakthrough moments. Matt shares his transformation from struggling with 3:25 marathons to running a stunning 2:38 at Houston Marathon.In this episode, you'll discover:How Matt went from "couch to Dallas Marathon" training cycles for 7 yearsThe game-changing moment when he joined the Dallas running communityWhy consistency matters more than speed in marathon

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45:00

16 Consecutive Boston Marathons: Amanda Hicks on...

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2025/07/07

Marathon training at 7,000 feet elevation: Amanda Hicks shares how she's run 16 consecutive Boston Marathons with a 3:01 PR while living in Flagstaff, Arizona. From Dallas Morning News reporter to elite altitude runner, discover her 70-mile weekly training routine, White Rock Lake heat training origins, nutrition strategies for long runs, and race tactics that helped her nearly break the 3-hour barrier. Plus: Sydney Marathon plans, ultramarathon insights, and advice for qualifying for

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40:06

Rebecca Roush: From College Injuries to 2:57 Marathon...

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2025/07/01

Dallas runner Rebecca Roush shares her journey from college injuries to running a 2:57 marathon as a new mom. Discover her low-mileage training approach, cross-training secrets, and how she overcame multiple stress fractures and ACL surgery to achieve consistent marathon PRs. Rebecca reveals why high-mileage training didn't work for her body, how she found her sweet spot at 50 miles per week, and the game-changing role of strength training and cycling. Plus, hear about her dramatic Boston

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59:41

Athletic Trainer Turned Marathon Mom: Amy Lyles on...

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2025/06/26

From devastating stress fractures to a 3:14 marathon PR - athletic trainer and mom Amy Lyles shares her incredible running comeback story with host Chris Detzel. After being sidelined for a full year with pubic bone injuries following her first pregnancy, Amy rebuilt from zero with just 5-minute run/walk intervals.In this episode, Chris and Amy discuss how she:Overcame multiple stress fractures and bone density issuesUsed Peloton training to stay fit during injury recoveryWorked with coach

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45:05

Matt Campbell's Race Day Formula: Control, Flow, and...

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2025/06/21

In this compelling follow-up episode, Matt Campbell returns to share his evolved approach to racing and the mindset shifts that have transformed his competitive strategy. From his dominant performance at the Velvet Hammer 5K to his ambitious sub-2:30 marathon goals, Matt breaks down how he's learned to race the competition rather than chase times.Matt opens up about his tactical approach to the Velvet Hammer 5K, where he brought his Completely Sloth teammates and executed a perfectly

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41:49

Michael Mazzara: CEO of Rogue Expeditions on Running...

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2025/06/17

Join host Chris Detzel for an inspiring conversation with Michael Mazzara, CEO of Rogue Expeditions, who's revolutionizing how runners think about their sport. After signing up for 20 marathons and only finishing 3 due to constant injuries, Michael discovered there's more to running than chasing PRs and collecting race medals.From his early days attempting untrained half marathons in Brooklyn to building a successful running travel company in Austin, Michael shares his journey of falling

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50:22

First Marathon, Sub-3:10 Finish: How Ski Bum Kevin...

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2025/06/12

What happens when a former ski bum who used to hide in pickup trucks to avoid running decides to chase a Boston qualifier in his very first marathon? You get one of the most inspiring transformation stories we've ever featured on DFW Running Talk.Host Chris Detzel interviews Kevin Hebert, a 46-year-old who went from running just twice a week with Dallas Running Club to breaking 3:10 in his marathon debut. In this captivating conversation, Kevin shares his incredible journey from someone who

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37:25

The Luke's Locker Legend: 30 Years of Fitting Shoes...

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2025/06/08

In this captivating episode of DFW Running Talk, host Chris Detzel sits down with Duncan Cragg, the legendary store manager at Luke's Locker and a cornerstone of the Dallas-Fort Worth running community for over three decades.Duncan's story is nothing short of extraordinary. Growing up in apartheid-era South Africa, he discovered his passion for distance running in elementary school when he couldn't make the track team as a sprinter. This setback became the catalyst for an incredible journey

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57:21

From 4:28 to 2:52: Traci Duty's 20-Year Marathon Journey

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2025/06/01

Join host Chris Detzel for an inspiring conversation with Traci Duty, whose 23-year running journey proves that breakthrough performances can happen at any age. From her first cotton-clad marathon disaster in college (4:28) to becoming a sub-3:00 marathoner at 45 (2:52), Traci's story is a masterclass in persistence, community, and smart training.In this episode, Traci shares:Her early days as a high school sprinter who "hated" cross countryThe friends who kept convincing her to run "just

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49:16

Ray Nicholas: Building Running Community in North Dallas

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2025/05/26

Join Chris Detzel for an inspiring conversation with Ray Nicholas, the founder of RTC (Ray's Track Club) and one of DFW's most influential runners. Ray shares his incredible three-chapter running journey - from high school cross country star running 15:32 for 5K in California, through a 15-year hiatus filled with basketball, weightlifting, and other sports, to his remarkable return to running that culminated in a stunning 2:48 marathon PR.Discover how Ray went from a casual 3:42 first

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31:36

When Runners Get Hurt: Travis Dowd on Tibial Stress...

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2025/05/23

In this compelling follow-up episode, Chris Detzel welcomes back Travis Dowd, the talented runner who made headlines by winning his very first marathon at the Dallas Marathon. But this time, Travis shares a different side of the running experience - dealing with injury and the long road back to racing.Fresh off his breakthrough marathon victory, Travis found himself sidelined with a tibial stress reaction after pushing his recovery too hard too soon. In this honest and insightful

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52:55

Elite Marathon Strategies: How Four Top DFW Runners...

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2025/05/16

This engaging episode of DFW Running Talk features host Chris Detzel interviewing four exceptional marathon runners who recently competed in the Boston and London Marathons. The conversation provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of elite marathon running from local DFW athletes.Aaron Pearson discusses his Boston Marathon PR of 2:37:13, sharing insights about his race strategy and nutrition miscalculations that impacted his performance. Rena Elmer, a 42-year-old mother of seven,

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68:50

Beyond the Unicorn: DFW's Fastest Female Marathoners...

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2025/05/09

In this inspiring episode, host Chris Detzel brings together five remarkable women runners from the Dallas-Fort Worth area who recently completed the 2025 Boston Marathon. Julie Rembold (2:56), Liz Northern (sub-3:00), Rebecca Roush (3:11), Maddie Stier (2:55), and Jill Wolf (2:54) share their personal journeys to Boston and experiences on the iconic course.The conversation covers their diverse training approaches—from high-mileage weeks (Jill's 100-mile peak) to quality-focused training

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47:25

Marathon Dad: How Jonathan Brower Finds Speed Between...

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2025/05/05

In this engaging episode of DFW Running Talk, host Chris Detzel interviews Jonathan Brower, a structural engineer and accomplished runner who's known for casually passing other racers while pushing a stroller. The conversation begins with Chris recounting how Jonathan once passed him during a 5K at White Rock while pushing his baby in a stroller and discussing the Stars game.Jonathan shares his unique running journey, which began not as a passion but as training for tennis. After getting

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