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TFS Podcast 122
Adam Goucher:
Operation Olympic Gold

Posted January 24th, 2008 at 7:00 PM by Adam Jacobs

Section: News & Results, Marathons, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts

Episode 122 of The Final Sprint Podcast features my interview with world-class distance runner Adam Goucher; whose long list of accomplishments include being a two-time U.S. Outdoor 5,000m champion (’99, ’00); 2000 USA 12km and 4km XC champion; 2006 USA 4 km XC Champ; 2007 USA Cross Country runner-up; 1998 NCAA 5,000m Outdoor champion; 1998 NCAA XC champion and 2-time NCAA 3,000 Indoor champion (’97, ’98).

In the interview Adam talks about his recent ankle surgery and the subsequent (and ongoing) recovery, his plans for competing at the marathon distance after the Olympic season, his victory over Kara in their Nike challenge, the excitement and challenges of the 5,000 and 10,000 meter runs at the Olympic Trials and his specific focus on the 5k.

Download the podcast to hear Adam discuss these topics, as well as, the role of faith in his religiously-eclectic training group, coach Alberto Salazar’s recovery, and much more!

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Host: Adam Jacobs | Guest: Adam Goucher
Producer: Greg Cherniet
Musicians: Ryan Ahlwardt, Darnell Perkins
File Size: 13.1 MB | Length: 19:09 MIN

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Podcast 104: Josh Rohatinsky on his Marathon Debut, Faith, Salazar, Mitt Romney & More!

Posted November 14th, 2007 at 3:30 PM by Adam Jacobs

Section: News & Results, Marathons, Olympics, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts

Episode 104 of The Final Sprint Podcast, the most listened to running podcast in North America, features my interview with former BYU Cross Country Champion JOSH ROHATINSKY.

Josh, who now lives in Eugene, OR and is trained by legend Alberto Salazar, is coming off of an impressive marathon debut and 9th place finish at the 2007 U.S. Olympic Men’s Marathon Trials in New York City.

In the interview Josh talks about his first 26.2 mile performance, his running-rich family tree, the mental affects of not concerning himself with statistics, differences between Salazar and Ed Eyestone’s coaching philosophies, training with the Gouchers and Galen Rupp, and his racing/training plans for the future.

Download the podcast to hear Josh discuss these topics, as well as, in what event he sees himself winning an Olympic medal or world championship, his mission trip to Uruguay, the role of faith in his career, Mitt Romney’s presidential campaign, Ryan Hall’s success, and much more!

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Host: Adam Jacobs | Guest: Josh Rohatinsky
Producers: Greg Cherniet, Adam Jacobs
Musicians: Ryan Ahlwardt, Darnell Perkins
File Size: 16.1 MB | Length: 23:32 MIN

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