079 | Dustin Joubert, Running Shoe Researcher

This is a super special episode of The Drop, as Thomas and Meaghan interview the dynamic duo of Deena and Andrew Kastor. Deena won bronze in the marathon distance at the 2004 Olympic Games and held the American women's record in the distance from 2006 to 2022. Andrew is the head coach of the Mammoth Track Club and also coaches Meg and Thomas! We talk about everything from training to nutrition to marriage and have a lot of fun in the process.

12 Aug 202453min

We may never achieve the same level of fame as the Star Wars kid, but we're doing our best. If you like mindless entertainment, then you'll enjoy this episode as we cover Thomas's latest Instagram purchase for Meg, right before recapping some of our favorite Olympic moments. Then we dive into the Brooks Ghost Max 2.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!Lagoon PillowsGet the best night of sleep with Lagoon Pillows and their all-new Night Bites. You can save 15% off your first order with code BELIEVE. ➡ ⁠⁠lagoonsleep.com/believe⁠⁠LMNTThe best hydration supplement out there. Now with all-new sparkling cans! Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ ⁠http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop⁠

9 Aug 20241h 17min

Professional skier Drew Petersen had everything he could want in life, but inside, he was falling apart. He finally found help and turned his life around and has committed himself to helping others do the same. This was a really great talk about mental health, the struggles that many of us deal with, and the light that comes when we realize we're not alone and asking for help is not a weakness. Along the way, Drew found ultrarunning and he will be running his hometown race– the Leadville 100– this August, while releasing his documentary Feel it All at the sound of the starting gun. To watch the trailer for Feel It All, purchase a hat, or learn more about the Feel It All events tour, please visit https://drew-petersen.com/feelitall

5 Aug 202459min

Summer GRIT has officially come to a close, so we highlight some of the top performances from this year's participants. We also talk about our own summer running, which we're kind of over with at this point. Also, a hotel that recreates sound machine environments should probably be a thing if someone wants to do that. We also talk about the New Balance SC Trainer v3, a plated super trainer that is both similar and different to the versions before. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Lagoon PillowsGet the best night of sleep with Lagoon Pillows and their all-new Night Bites. You can save 15% off your first order with code BELIEVE. ➡ ⁠⁠lagoonsleep.com/believe⁠⁠ CheribundiTart Cherries are the most antioxidant rich superfruit & also the only superfruit to contain a natural melatonin. Experience the benefits of tart cherry juice and save 20% with code THEDROP ➡ https://cheribundi.com/ LMNTThe best hydration supplement out there. Now with all-new sparkling cans! Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ ⁠http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop⁠

2 Aug 20241h 18min

This week Thomas talks with Ted Metellus, NYRR's Senior Vice President of Events and Race Director of the TCS New York City Marathon.

29 Jul 20241h 6min

The Olympics start tonight and we're ready for all the action (especially since we'll be there in a week and a half). But first, we discuss all the important things– drinking hotel tap water, conjuring up Bloody Mary, and gambling in Niagara Falls. Also, our thoughts on the Nike Pegasus Plus. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Lagoon Pillows Get the best night of sleep with Lagoon Pillows and their all-new Night Bites. You can save 15% off your first order with code BELIEVE. ➡ ⁠⁠lagoonsleep.com/believe⁠⁠ Cheribundi Tart Cherries are the most antioxidant rich superfruit & also the only superfruit to contain a natural melatonin. Experience the benefits of tart cherry juice and save 20% with code THEDROP ➡ https://cheribundi.com/ LMNT The best hydration supplement out there. Now with all-new sparkling cans! Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ ⁠http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop⁠ INDEX 11:02 Hotel sink water 30:05 Our fall marathon 53:24 Paris plans 1:00:00 GRIT Update 1:08:21 Nike Pegasus Plus

26 Jul 20241h 18min

A walking encyclopedia of run knowledge, Joe Rubio is the co-founder of Running Warehouse, our go-to place for all things running shoes and gear. We were out in California recently and stopped by their warehouse for a rare, in-studio interview. We cover a wide range of topics, from youth run culture to running shoe history to hot takes on various running shoe brands. Such a good time, hope you enjoy. Shop at Running Warehouse for all your shoe needs ➡ https://bit.ly/RUNNING-WAREHOUSE Listen to "Mr. Rubio Used to Run" podcast ➡ https://open.spotify.com/show/2WqAgQT7rr4MkhL25EA4fE?si=0a6162c625484be8

22 Jul 20241h 39min

We're halfway through GRIT and things seem to be getting hotter, including our takes on some things running and everything else. Speaking of hot, we test out some hot sauces on this week's episode of the shoe, and also reveal the location of the world's best urinal. After all that, we'll give our thoughts on the Hoka Mach X 2. Check out Black Eyed Susan Spice Co. ➡ https://blackeyedspices.com/ SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Lagoon Pillows Get the best night of sleep with Lagoon Pillows and their all-new Night Bites. You can save 15% off your first order with code BELIEVE. ➡ ⁠⁠https://lagoonsleep.com/pages/lagoon-believe-in-the-run⁠⁠ Cheribundi Tart Cherries are the most antioxidant rich superfruit & also the only superfruit to contain a natural melatonin. Experience the benefits of tart cherry juice and save 20% with code THEDROP ➡ https://cheribundi.com/ LMNT The best hydration supplement out there. Now with all-new sparkling cans! Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ ⁠http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop⁠ INDEX 00:01 - Intro 05:37 - SLO Recap 24:48 - Waterfall urinal 37:14 - Dirt circus 54:07 - Hot sauce flavor test 1:04:14 - Hoka Mach X 2

19 Jul 20241h 20min