On The Runs

Episode 241 - The Story of the New England Dad, Mountain Runner, and Comedian Zach Remi. Join us for a lively conversation with Zach, a true embodiment of passion for the outdoors, comedy, and community. From mountain races in New Hampshire to stand-up standouts, Zach shares his journey, hobbies, and the joy of living life fully. Whether you're a runner, skier, or comedy lover, this episode is packed with fun stories, tips, and inspiration. 

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Main Topics Covered:
Zach's roots in New Hampshire and growing up around the Seacoast
His passion for mountain running, ultramarathons, and skiing in the Whites
The journey into comedy, stand-up, and building a social media brand
Unique hobbies like maple syrup farming and exploring outdoors with family
Community involvement, races, and upcoming events like Ragged Mt. stage race
Navigating content creation, social media trends, and audience engagement
Family life as a full-time dad balancing adventure, work, and fun
In this episode:
Zach talks about growing up in Kingston and Goffstown, NH, and his family
How mountain running and ultra races like the Cirque series shape his outdoor adventures
The story behind his meeting his wife and his secret to staying active
His comedy career, starting with open mics and moving to paid gigs
The significance of supporting local races and trail events
His hobby of maple syrup production and its surprisingly low yield
Passionate insights into skiing at Sunapee and Ragged Mountain
Tips for content creation, social media growth, and engaging storytelling
Exciting upcoming races, festivals, and collaborations with sponsors

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Birthday Celebrations
05:10 Experiences at the Salem Run Club
11:09 Zach Remi aka New England Dad
11:43 Introduction and Background
25:18 Running Community and Mountain Races
32:21 Exploring Unique Race Formats
38:25 Skiing and Skinning Experiences
45:34 Code Brown Stories: Unexpected Moments
58:32 The Rise of a New England Dad
01:07:02 Comedy Journey: From Teacher to Stand-Up
01:12:11 Navigating Small Crowds vs. Large Audiences
01:17:12 Finding Passion in Work
01:19:59 Content Creation and Audience Engagement
01:20:58 Hot Takes and Personal Opinions
01:28:02 Outro
01:29:14 Jared's Journey and Documentary
01:34:03 Introducing New Sponsors and Partnerships
01:37:57 Exciting Summer Plans and Events
01:43:57 Reflecting on the First Half of the Year
01:49:48 Looking Ahead: Future Episodes and Adventures

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Don't Fear The Code Brown and Don't Forget To Stretch!

Six Star Erika and Ptara Pterodactyl took on Duluth Minnesota for Grandma's Marathon and are back to recap it all. They shared everything from a cat coffee house to post race pictures of beer. Things got a little heated early on the pod but they cooled down for a great recap and some fun stories during the jammed packed trip!
Main Topics:
The logistics and atmosphere of Grandma's Marathon, including expo, travel, and race day challenges
Personal race experiences, including strategies, mishaps, and celebrating achievements
Behind-the-scenes at the expo, meetups with fellow runners, and race weekend dynamics
Reflections on marathons, community, and the importance of mental health awareness
Future race plans, the significance of major marathons, and race day tips
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Weekend's Events
09:49 Travel Challenges and Race Preparation
15:02 Race Day Experiences and Reflections
43:00 Post-Race Celebrations and Insights
01:17:52 Mental Health and Emotional Well-being Discussions

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On this episode we welcome Randi Zuckerberg to out PodFam!
Join us as we chat with Randi Zuckerberg (13:55), who just crushed the Cocodona 250 with a 10-hour PR! 🏃‍♀️💪 Discover her incredible journey from bonking at the Boston Marathon to conquering ultra marathons, and hear her insights on training, nutrition, and the power of community in endurance sports.
During the Tros, Eric and Six Star catch up after some time away and a mini vacation. Eric tied up the Happy Hour Hustle series and shared his week as Six Star is getting ready for her big birthday bash at the Goffstown Gallop!
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Chapters

00:00 Intro and Catching Up
13:55 Guest Introduction: Randi Zuckerberg
18:13 Randi's Running Journey and Experiences
26:17 Boston 2024 Bonk
33:01 Lessons Learned from the Bonk
35:19 The Awakening of an Ultra Runner
42:56 Cocodona
01:19:27 The Power of Fun and Sparkles
01:21:07 Hot Takes on Aid Station Food
01:25:06 Music That Motivates
01:28:48 Future Plans and Road Running Adventures
01:36:30 Outro

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Don't Fear The Code Brown and Don't Forget To Stretch!

Part Two of our recording from the Millennium Running Boston Run To Remember Expo Day covers all the guest we talked to before and after our live stream recording.
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This episode features a diverse group of runners, organizers, and enthusiasts sharing their journeys, race experiences, and insights into the vibrant running community around Boston. From first-time half marathoners to seasoned marathoners, discover tips, stories, and the camaraderie that makes running a universal sport. This episode features inspiring stories from runners, advocates, and community leaders, highlighting the importance of perseverance, community support, and accessibility in running. Discover tips for race day, insights into adaptive sports, and how to get involved in local and international races.
00:00 Boston Run To Remember Open
08:27 Annie and Jess
21:21 Stride for Stride
32:43 Nathan and Faith
44:06 Cressandra
56:06 Nyelli
01:06:52 Greater Lowell Running Club | Amy and Erin
01:15:18 Tom Raffio | Delta Dental
01:32:54 Jermin
01:42:30 Michaela | Outro

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Don't Fear The Code Brown and Don't Forget To Stretch!

Happy Global Running Day!  Join us on a fun hour episode as we celebrate by calling friends of the pod, sharing running stories, and spreading motivation. From race experiences to fun costumes, this episode is all about community, joy, and the love of running. We love our PodFam and wanted to share that love with all of you.
Chapters

00:00 Celebrating Global Running Day
07:21 Hanna Banana
10:39 Wyatt Moss
16:25 KJ
20:28 Chris and Alaina Lotsbom
24:02 Celebrating Global Running Day
28:13 No Answers
29:43 Patrick Leber "Why Run When"
34:16 Michael from "Will Run For Podcast"
39:08 Brittany Charboneau
53:41 Outro

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