x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

The Runners Reunion Podcast

Welcome to the Runners Reunion Podcast your hosts are Grant Whitney, John Gorman and Ron Gillooly. The Runners Reunion podcast was inspired by the Runners Reunion event organized by Scott Mason and Gerry Beagan in 2019. John and Ron attended the event and had a great time reconnecting with many friends from the 70s, 80s and 90s. In the spirit of that event we decided a podcast would be a great way to continue to connect with our friends from the running community and share their stories.

sports running

All Episodes

54:30

A life of running, coaching, and community with Sue...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2026/01/24

As a 10-year old Sue McNatt’s equestrian coach suggested she supplement her training with running to improve her endurance. The next day she went for an endless run around the “block” and has never looked back. Sue’s impressive competitive career spans decades as a high school all-American, Division One runner at Northwestern, and top masters runner. Impressive as her running resume is, Sue's personal qualities as a coach and community member are even more notable. Typical of Sue she attributes

en

29:58

The 50th Anniversary of "Run For The Hoses" Marathon...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2026/01/16

In this episode the Runners Reunion podcast was at the Morse Tavern in Natick recording live on January 14th. The Morse Tavern is the second stop on the 50th anniversary of the “Run For The Hoses” tour celebrating Jack Fultz’s memorable win. The “tour” was organized by Jack’s wife Jan in celebration of Jack’s long and storied history with the Boston Marathon. We hope you enjoy this episode that features insights from Jack, Jan, Hodgie, and other local runners. The next stop on the tour is

en

72:08

This week we catch up with Matt Centrowitz Sr. with a...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2025/11/17

Growing up in the Bronx a young Matt Centrowitz was running with the wrong crowd getting into trouble before he entered high school. Fortunately, a move to Queens and a new start at Andrew Jackson High School running took on a new meaning when he joined the track team. After transferring to the legendary sports powerhouse Power Memorial Academy Matt had a 4:02 mile and a 14:17 5k to his credit leaving high school. After a year at Manhattan College Matt transferred to Oregon training with some of

en

63:19

From Walk-On to Category One: Hank Pfeifle's Journey...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2025/10/29

As a senior at UVM Hank Pfeifle walked on to the cross-country team and instantly became one of the interchangeable top runners on a very competitive team. The cross-country skier was inspired by the likes of Vermont legend John Dimick who encouraged him to give cross country a try. Dimick was just one of the many mentors that Hank encountered during his elite running and cycling career that included participating in the famous Dr. Ken Cooper 1975 Elite Runners Study. We hope you enjoy this

en

53:30

Running to stay alive with Vietnam Combat Veteran Tom...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2025/08/13

With more than 110,000 miles logged that included 130+ marathons and 10+ ultra-marathons it is safe to say that running has been a big part of Tom Egan’s life. As time has passed Tom has reflected on his experiences throughout his adventurous life including a year long stint in Vietnam during the height of the war. Fifty years later Tom found the courage to relive his experiences in Vietnam through the stories of the courageous men and women in Al Santoli’s New York Times Bestseller Everything We

en

51:22

Catching up with 1982 NCAA & TAC XC Champion Lesley...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2025/03/13

Growing up in Peabody, MA the inseparable twins Lesley and Lisa Welch decided to join the cross country ski team in middle school. Unbeknownst to them the meeting they attended was for the cross country running team! Before club sports dominated middle school sports and parents were, for the most part, hands off, the twins decided to give it a shot. From that point on the twins dominated the high school, college and ultimately the pro ranks. Join us this episode as we follow Lesley’s career and

en

58:52

Join us this episode as we follow Richard Mulligan's...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2025/02/02

Born at the notorious Sean Ross Abbey, Richard Flaherty was forcibly taken from his mother hours after birth. Good fortune smiled when he was fostered by the Mulligan family. Despite the stigma, supported by his adoptive parents while living on their rural family farm, and possessing an internal drive he first seized on his athletic gifts in football, then to running where at 17 he wore the Irish colors of the national team for the first time. Prodigious talent took young Richard Mulligan to

en

01:03:05

Our guest this episode is 1996 Olympic Marathon...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2025/01/26

Like many of us who started running in the 70’s and 80’s it was pure happenstance. After a stint on the west coast for college Kim Carlson Benner moved to the Boston area. After a brief stay in Salem her sister’s apartment near the corner of Commonwealth Avenue and Mass Ave in Boston on the marathon course had an opening. Moving into the Eliot Lounge neighborhood Kim was quickly swept up by the aura of the Boston Marathon. After watching a guy run by dressed as a canoe she thought “If he can do

en

41:26

Our guest this episode is recent author of “Two...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2025/01/11

Our guest this episode is long time GBTC team member and recent author of “Two Clicks Above Mediocre: An Athlete’s Story” Jon Berit. Mediocre is an understatement in reference to Jon’s running resume and certainly his longevity in the sport. For example his marathon PR of 2:29 would have placed in the top 117 finishers in the 2024 Boston Marathon which would hardly be considered mediocre by today’s standards. Jon’s talent label was likely associated from his years at Providence College when the

en

01:12:06

Catching up with Brad Schlapak the master of mileage...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2024/11/25

On December 3, 1995, the US Cross Country Championships were held at fabled Franklin Park. Reuben Reina was the heavy favorite to repeat his title from the year before. His plan was simple - stay with the leaders, unleash his signature kick and win two in a row. Local fan favorite Brad Schlapak and Boston’s own version of Quenton Cassidy had different ideas. Franklin Park was his domain, having raced there more than 30 times running for Narragansett Regional High School and Northeastern

en

49:35

Welcome to season four of the Runners Reunion Podcast...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2024/10/12

As we prepare for season four of the Runners Reunion Podcast, we thought it would be a good time to reflect on the first three seasons and the many interesting and inspiring guests that have been gracious enough to share their stories. The Running Boom of the 70’s and 80’ was much more than a fad. During that time, we experienced the democratization of running with women and men of all ages getting involved in the sport. Fueled by the advent of title nine, many of our guests were breaking

en

50:26

Catching up with Mimi Fallon as she discusses her...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2024/04/07

Mimi Fallon’s first road race was the NYC marathon in 1989. She entered the lottery for a number on a whim thinking it would be a long shot to be selected. As fate would have it, she was selected and off to NYC with a 10 mile long run on her limited resume. Remarkably, she covered the distance with an impressive time of 3:09! Join us on her journey through the running boom years and beyond as we discuss many legendary mentors, notable track clubs and the other half of this fan favorite running

en

01:02:13

Catching up with Paul Gorman and his persistent...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2024/03/13

Swamscott, MA native Paul Gorman had a stellar career as a professional runner during the 80’s. His journey to the elite level during the height of the running boom, however, was far from conventional. After dabbling in the sport in high school, he attended Providence College where the likes of Mick O’Shea, Mick Byrne and John Treacy were solidifying the continuous stream of recruits from Ireland. After a brief stint on the team, Paul eventually left PC despite making friendships with many of his

en

44:54

Janice Cataldo discusses Title Nine and the early...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2024/02/12

When Title 9 was signed into law in 1972 little did Janice Cataldo know how it would impact her life and the contributions she would make to one of the storied women’s track and cross country teams in the country. Growing up with five sisters in a traditional italian family learning to be a good homemaker was the order of the day in the early 1970’s. As fate would have it, a gym teacher at St. Xavier High School in Providence spotted her running talent in class during her junior year. Janice took

en

01:07:17

Our guest this episode is Olympic Trials qualifier,...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2024/02/02

Our guest this episode is 10 time All American Mark Robinson. A graduate of Catholic University, and longtime coach of his alma mater, Robinson did not begin running until his senior year at McKinley Technical High School in Washington, D.C. Despite a late start in the sport, he posted impressive results by clocking a 4:15 mile and 9:16 two mile in high school. His success continued at Catholic University and at an international level competing in the 1976 Olympic Trials and on the European Track

en

50:51

The Legacy of Johnson & Wales AC and Colonel John...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2024/01/18

In the 1970s and 1980s Johnson & Wales AC (JWAC) was the dominant road running club in Rhode Island. Prior to becoming a four year college (now a university) JWAC had one of the top Jr. College teams in the country featuring standouts Hollie Walton, Roland Davide, Bob Hodge and Vin Fleming to name a few. The then 4 year College team transitioned to an all comers club in the late 1970's during the height of the running boom. Bobby Doyle and Hollie Walton, fresh from the collegiate ranks at

en

58:00

The Runners Reunion Podcast catches up with one of...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2023/12/03

Our guest this episode is the third pillar and one of the founders of the Runners Reunion event Charlie Breagy. Charlie was a member of the second wave of Irish and British runners to attend Providence College that made up one of the most dominant cross country teams in the country during the early 80’s which finished second in the NCAAs in 1981 and 1982. After graduating from PC Charlie remained in Rhode Island and was a fixture on the local road racing scene. A product of the club system in

en

01:07:46

Two time Olympian Pete Pfitzinger kicks off season...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2023/10/01

Our guest spent his formative years in the snow belt of Upstate NY. Glimpses of raw talent showed through championship success running on skis. After a successful collegiate career, the Clarion Call of Boston proved irresistible and he moved east, initially rooming with punk rockers before moving to the infamous River Street AC Commune. He went from working the cash register to a professional role at the upstart New Balance Shoe Company. An original running outlaw, pilloried for contesting

en

20:56

The 2023 Hoka and Marathon Sports Ocean State XC...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2023/09/04

While the Runners Reunion Podcast Team is planning for season #3, we are pleased to host Ocean State Running’s master of the media Steve Mazzone as he catches up with Siobhan Breagy to discuss the upcoming Ocean State Cross Country Invitational at Goddard Park on September 22nd and 23rd. The Ocean State XC Invitational sponsored by Hoka and Marathon Sports is one of the most competitive and popular XC events on the east coast. Listen in as Steve and Siobhan discuss the new and exciting features

en

49:02

Our last guest of the season is Gerry Beagan, one of...

The Runners Reunion Podcast ·

2023/06/11

Our last guest of the season is Gerry Beagan, one of the founders of the Runners Reunion event. Gerry’s story is perhaps one of the best examples of how the running boom of the 70’s impacted the lives of the 25 million Americans who fueled the growth of competitive road running. By chance Gerry was at Fenway to watch the World Series bound 1975 Red Sox on Patriot’s Day and spilled out into the street to watch the finish of the marathon to see running’s common man Bill Rodgers float by in a

en

38 results

Similar Podcasts

Keeping Karlsson Fantasy Hockey Podcast

Elan Dubrofsky and Brian Kom

Daily Fantasy Sports by Ship It Nation

Ship It Nation

Fantasy Football Today

CBS Sports, Fantasy Football, FFT, NFL,...

Bring The Pain

Heat00veride

ESPN SportsCenter Update

ESPN