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Steep Ravine...Deep Thoughts About Running

Two old friends and former college runners talk about what’s happening in the world of distance running.

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01:11:08

Episode 51: So much fast running in the last three...

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2025/02/12

In this episode of the Steep Ravine Podcast, hosts Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank catch up after a brief hiatus. They recap the whirlwind of recent events in the running world. The duo dives into Connor Mance's impressive performance at the Houston Half Marathon and the much-anticipated result of the American record quest. They discuss the thrilling head-to-head between Grant Fisher and Cole Hocker in the Men's 3000 at the Milrose Games, where both athletes broke the former world record.The episode

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51:13

Episode 50: Meet Ethan and Scott Strand

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2025/01/26

Welcome to the Steep Ravine Podcast, where hosts Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank celebrate their 50th episode with a unique two-guest format featuring Ethan Strand and his father, Scott Strand. Join us as we delve into the inspiring stories of these accomplished runners, exploring Scott’s transition from a walk-on at Auburn to becoming a professional, and Ethan's meteoric rise in collegiate athletics at the University of North Carolina.

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01:05:26

Episode 49: An Inspiring Visit with Galen Rupp

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2025/01/21

Join hosts Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank as they sit down with decorated American distance runner Galen Rupp in this episode of the Steep Ravine Podcast. After last February's Olympic Trials Marathon, Galen had hip surgery followed by a long stretch of rehab in Flagstaff where he could be close to his coach, Mike Smith. Dive deep into Galen's newfound passion for coaching at Northern Arizona, the differences between collegiate and professional running atmospheres, and how he finds balance with

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01:03:14

Episode 48: A visit with Amol Saxena, Podiatrist...

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2025/01/13

In this episode of the Steep Ravine Podcast, hosts Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank delve into the fascinating world of running with their special guest, Dr. Amol Saxena. They discuss his incredible career, from humble beginnings at the Chili Chase 5K to becoming a trusted figure among elite athletes. Learn about his pioneering work with Achilles surgeries, his involvement with Olympic runners, and the groundbreaking Shockwave therapy that has become a game-changer in sports medicine.Dr. Saxena shares

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35:28

Episode 47: A show about nothing?

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2025/01/07

Join hosts Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank in Episode 47 of the Steep Ravine Podcast as they discuss the intriguing dynamics of physical and mental gifts in the world of running and sharing anecdotes about athletes who embody these traits in varying combinations.Adding a personal touch, Matt shares his journey of tearing down an old family home and beginning anew with a fresh construction project. The hosts round off the episode with updates on upcoming races and coach training, setting the stage for

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57:47

Episode 46: A Chat with Jen Thatcher

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2024/12/30

Join hosts Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank on the Steep Ravine Podcast as they dive into a journey of inspiration and history in the world of running with their special guest, Jen Thatcher. In this episode, Jen shares her remarkable experiences as a high school and collegiate runner, shedding light on the evolution of women's athletics through her personal stories. Listeners will travel back to the early 80s, uncovering the camaraderie and competitive spirit that fueled Jen's passion for running, as

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01:07:04

Episode 45: USATF Club Nationals, Footlocker...

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2024/12/22

Join Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank for Steep Ravine Episode 45 where they share stories and updates about recent cross-country events, including the Foot Locker Nationals and USATF Club Nationals. Dave shares his experiences from the Club Nationals, detailing the challenging conditions and memorable moments. The episode also delves into the Bowerman Award, celebrating the top track and field athletes of the year, and highlights the impressive achievements of Parker Valby and Leo Neugebauer. The

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01:07:51

Episode 44: Fast Running on the Boards at Boston...

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2024/12/09

Join hosts Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank on this week's episode of Steep Ravine where they cover the Sharon Colyear-Danville indoor kickoff meet at Boston University, the high school cross country national championships at NXN, the Cal International Marathon and their usual banter.

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01:09:56

Episode 43: The California State XC Meet Delivers the...

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2024/12/03

In episode 43 of Steep Ravine, Dave and Matt anticipate the Old Man (over 60) division of the upcoming Cross Country National Championships, then cover all the highlights of last Saturday's California High School State Meet.

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01:05:33

Episode 42: NCAA Cross Country Championships Galore!!

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2024/11/26

Join Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank on the Deep Raveen Podcast as they go deep into the NCAA Cross Country Championships - D1 in Madison, WI, D2 in Sacramento, CA and D3 in Terre Haute, ID.

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01:06:26

Episode 41: Catching up with Dartmouth Freshman XC...

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2024/11/18

Welcome to episode 41 of the Steep Ravine Podcast, where hosts Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank delve into the exciting world of running with a special guest, Connor Foley. Connor, a freshman at Dartmouth, shares his journey from growing up in London and playing rugby to embracing cross-country running in the U.S. college scene.

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53:12

Episode 40: Coaching XC at Junior College and Other...

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2024/11/12

In Episode 40, Matt and Dave delve into the heart of the cross-country season. High school state meets and junior College Nationals unfold. Anticipation builds for the Nike and Footlocker Cross Nationals. And NCAA regionals are coming up. Seasons are wrapping up for some and just getting interesting for others.

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01:05:56

Episode 39: A nice visit with Matt Strangio

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2024/11/06

In this riveting episode of the Steep Ravine podcast, hosts Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank welcome a remarkable guest, Matt Strangio. As a senior at the University of Portland, Matt is one of the nation's top cross-country runners, recently finishing second at the West Coast Conference Championships. With deep roots in the sport, Matt shares the influence of his parents, both former All-Americans, and his journey from a young talent to a collegiate athlete.

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Episode 38: In search of Rosa Mota and Carlos Lopes

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2024/10/27

Join Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank as they welcome back special guest Jim Scattini in this episode of the Steep Ravine Podcast. Matt and Jim join from Lisbon after an unsuccessful quest to find Portuguese marathon icons Rosa Mota and Carlos Lopes. Dave gives an update on his prep for the upcoming Club Cross Country Nationals in Tacoma. And the trio runs down the latest high school cross country results.

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49:40

Episode 37: Ruth Chepngetich goes under 2:10 in...

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2024/10/16

Welcome to the latest episode of the Steep Ravine Podcast with Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank. Dave kicks it off with deep insights into how he orchestrates six different groups of high school runners at the same time with a magical stop watch. They then cover the latest distance running results with their typical meandering commentary.

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49:42

Episode 36: Dave's Portland Marathon experience,...

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2024/10/08

In this episode, Matt and Dave chat about Dave's recent Portland Marathon experience, the glory days of racing the Hood to Coast and California Relays, and they reach agreement that the proper distance for an annual XC Team Reunion race is 10 miles.

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46:25

Episode 35: Dave is Days Away from his Portland Marathon

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2024/10/03

In this episode, Dave recounts his final preparations for an imminent marathon. Then Dave and Matt chat about the latest XC results at both high school and college level.

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43:33

Episode 34: Lifelong Running Bonds and High School...

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2024/09/26

In this episode, Matt and Dave catch up on their latest adventures, including Matt's annual gathering with his college teammates, a tradition that has kept them close for nearly 40 years.

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54:08

Episode 33: Dave's in shape

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2024/09/16

Matt and Dave wander around a lot on this one, but eventually get to some good running stuff.

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01:03:38

Episode 32: The Real Origin Story of Cal Poly XC

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2024/09/08

Welcome to the 32nd episode of the Steep Ravine Podcast! Join hosts Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank as Matt recounts how Cal Poly Cross Country began back in 1948. They also bask in the sublime sound of their new podcast intro music. And eventually they get around to discussing the latest track and cross country news.

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