Road to the Trials

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The Road to the Trials has returned for season three and we are fired up! We will be bringing you a yearlong, behind the scenes, look at the training and racing of some of America's best runners as they prepare for the Olympic Marathon Trials on February 3, 2024. In this amazing season we will be following Nell Rojas, CJ Albertson, Sara Vaughn, Dani Moreno, Nico Montañez, Carmen Graves, Ramiro “Curly” Guillen and Jereny Rivera.

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  • dani Xtreme
    Leaving us hanging?
    Did everything fall of the road? We got introduced to some stories to invest in and then…?!?
  • J. Mederos
    Thank you
    I look forward to each new episode that comes out. Great podcast!
  • sarand2010
    Great running podcast
    So inspired by the season 3 kickoff! Can’t wait to follow these athletes to the trials!
  • LisaMarie711
    Yay for season 2!
    I love this concept and happy to see it come back for 2021. Great work Matt!
  • HollyM91914
    Impressive guest line up
    Great show concept - loved hearing from the same runners a few different times (and some others thrown in there!) Looking forward to seeing what’s next.
  • Hilla99
    Episode 47 Parker Stinson
    That was really good. Parker very cool for coming on under the circumstances!!
  • nannagamma27
    One of my favorite running podcasts
    I have loved listening to this podcast over the past few months and am really glad it’s continuing past the trials! Matt has done a fantastic job at previewing the trials through the guests he has had on the show. Thanks for all the work you’ve put into this, Matt!
  • skalaburnside
    Fabulous Series!
    Matt Chittim’s enthusiasm for running and genuine interest in the stories of his guests make for an entertaining and inspiring podcast!
  • USNG_Petros
    Best Running Podcast!
    Makes the sport and it’s athletes finally available. I’ve laughed, cried, learned, and been inspired!
  • Saladisbest
    Soooooo glad to get an inside peak.
    I am a qualifier for the 2020 Olympic trials and so this podcast has been delightful to hear stories from the elite Olympic hopefuls as well as the those who barely made the qualifying standard (like myself). This platform provides invaluable info!!! I can’t wait to run in Atlanta! This podcast is for all runners who like to hear about goals, dreams, success, and failures in all things running.
  • kellirunscvhills
    Worth listening!
    I always look forward to the release of these podcasts. I listen while commuting or running or rowing in the gym. I appreciate that Matt mixes up the format and asks a variety of questions. As a fan, I find listening to the podcast to be informative, interesting, and fun. I happened to be running NYC marathon this fall for the first time, so it was especially fun since several of the runners being followed were also running that race.
  • WarriorXC
    The best!
    This is the best podcast I’ve heard all year. I love the mini-series style interviewing such diverse, yet all amazing, runners! I’m always excited when I see a new episode on my download queue for my run! Such a great concept. Can’t wait for Atlanta.
  • shanpipes
    Love it!
    Really cool to hear from many of the Olympic hopefuls that often get overlooked or little air time in the media! Can’t wait for Atlanta to watch all these stellar runners lay it all out on the streets!!
  • amc.runs
    Great podcast
    Love this additional podcast that The Rambling Runner puts out .Has helped motivate me for my upcoming marathon.
  • DeathValleyIsHome
    Highly recommend
    Definitely highlight of my running week!
  • Meghann Ch
    Informative and fun!
    Loving this new series from the Rambling Runner! Will be so exciting to watch the Trials now. I am invested in these athletes!
  • Scott0025
    Behind the Scenes of Elite Runners
    This podcast provides a very unique behind the scenes perspective on 8 elite runners preparing for the 2020 Olympic Trials in the USA. Matt (the host) provides wonderful commentary and conversation as he interviews the runners and their coaches. It is very interesting to hear how the elites train and their race strategies as they prepare for one of the biggest races of their lives. This is a very singular and specific podcast but live every minute of it.
  • Running For Ice Cream
    Love it!
    Loving the podcast and love the music! My fave is Roberta and I can’t wait to see her in the trials! Would love to know where to find the song that’s played at the beginning and end of the podcast!
  • numike
    👍🏿
    Very interesting and insightful. It’s fun getting a look at a variety of runners training, while heading towards the trials.
  • irjskdu
    Love the behind the scenes look!
    I’m enjoying getting to know these Olympic hopefuls. Can’t wait to follow them along leading up to the trials and it will make the race that much more fun to watch!!
  • mallory_wordell
    Love this concept!!
    I’ve been listening to rambling runner podcast and love his style of interviews. This one is great for the OTQ chaser and the amateur runners out there. I love the variety of runners chosen for the show from sub elite to elite :)
  • emlong617
    Awesome questions! Great show!
    I’ve listened to all 4 episodes so far. Matt has great questions that are unique to each of the runners he is profiling. It is great way to get to know people we’ll be following the next couple of months. A must- listen for people who are following professional running/ marathoning!
  • Truecrimefan1686
    What a unique and incredible podcast!
    Matt is a natural and I am constantly refreshing my newsfeed to see if a new episode has come out! I can’t wait to see the progression of this series!
  • Runningfromweathee
    New fave
    Really loving this podcast and the deep dive into the training of people who are doing the work and have been doing it for years upon years. Matt asks good questions and it’s fun to see how the various athletes approach the same distance/goal in different ways. Can’t wait for more!
  • track.tanya.run
    Love the Olympics... this is going to be amazing ♥️
    First, I love the intro music!! I know that this podcast is going to bring so much inspiration to so many of us runners, amateur to the elite! The best part of all of this is the diverse guests Matt has chosen. I’ll be listening to every single second of every single episode. ♥️♥️
  • Jennatherunner
    Awesome Podcast
    Really enjoying this podcast so far, I’m a D2 collegiate distance runner. It is really inspiring to get an inside look into professional athletes that are training for the trials! Would not have know much about these runners without this.
  • OneEyeGuy
    Love the show
    I’ve really enjoyed Matt’s Rambling Runner podcast, so I was looking forward to this one. So far it has not disappointed. I like the guests he has lined up, and the breadth of experience they have. From the experienced veterans who’ve made the Olympic team to the talented runners trying to get to the next level, and to the newer runners trying to make a name for themselves. He said he wanted a show like Hard Knocks, and I think he has nailed it with this group.
  • chasing_an_otq
    Rambling Runner and Road to the Olympic Trials
    In a sea of podcasts, Matt Chittim’s podcast rises to the top with an appeal to runners of varied experiences. Compared to many of the conversational podcasts, Matt, like the best of professional hosts, does his research and is able to take conversations to a greater depth while maintaining an easy-going, intimate style. I look forward to his Rambling Runner podcasts on my long runs and am equally excited about the timely release of his Road to the Olympic Trials series.
  • Kel0623
    Great even if you aren’t a runner!
    I’ve been listing to the Rambling Runner Podcast and I’m so excited for this new series. I’m not much of a runner anymore, but I love the human interest aspect. The conversations are real and a mix of serious and light-hearted. Thanks for doing this and feeling the stories of people balancing their very real lives with their athletic goals!
  • MariRuns
    Rambling Runner and The Olympic Trials
    I’ve been a huge fan of Matt/Rambling Runner for some time and when I heard of this new series coming out, I couldn’t wait. These first two episodes were everything I expected, I’m hooked! I’m excited to be following these 8 incredible humans on their journey to the 2020 Olympics. I was engaged from start to finish with both episodes and can’t wait for the others to come out. If you are needing something to inspire you, light your fire, or keep your fire lit... these are a must listen to and the other will be too, for sure!
  • iamEthanMartin
    Great concept
    Loved the first few episodes, can’t wait to meet the other runners and follow along.
  • beachyscene
    Road To Olympics
    If Matt Chittim puts out a podcast, you listen to it! Lovin’ these Road to The Olympics interviews and as always, top notch interviews.
  • Swensurfers
    Superb Idea!!
    Getting to know the stories behind the names going into the Olympic trials is just awesome!! Thanks for putting this together and sharing with your listeners!! Every runner has a great story, whether they are elite or recreational!
  • mgogabs
    So much to learn from incredible athletes!
    Matt has blessed the running community and beyond with this timely podcast featuring some incredible athletes. I’m so excited to follow along and understand the inner workings of some seriously hard working runners through Matt’s wonderful interview style. As a huge fan of the Rambling Runner podcast and the stories told there, this will be equally exciting to follow along! Thank you Matt and thank you athletes for sharing your journey with us.
  • ronruns
    Road to the Olympic Trials PodCast🎙
    Guess who’s keeping me company on my LR today? I will be fueled⛽️ by Maurten and stories from Parker Stinson & Roberta Groner on their buildups to ATL🇺🇸 Can’t wait to follow there 🏃‍♀️journeys🏃🏻‍♂️ with Matt on the 🎙
  • JoefromSac
    Need inspiration/motivation? Listen to this podcast!
    I found the rambling runner podcast last year while training for my first marathon (CIM) last year as someone who found a love for running as an adult. This podcast is a great new concept and have confidence in Matt’s ability to share the stories of the future olympians. The first episode was great and I am looking forward to listening along their journey to make The Olympic team!!
  • addbowo
    Yes!!!!
    The concept is awesome and I can’t wait to go along on the journey with these athletes for such a huge accomplishment!!! The first two episodes were so great. I wish more were available now because I’m hooked!
  • Racchi827262515
    Love this!
    I heard about this podcast and thought it was a brilliant idea. The first episode didn’t disappoint and I can’t wait for the others to come. I’ll be pulling for these runners in their journey to the Olympic trials!
  • Taylorxo
    Gold medal podcast 🥇
    Was excited for the first episode and super pumped it was with Parker Stinson! Interview was awesome can’t wait for more.
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