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How Was Your Run Today?

Bryan Gould and Peter Villa like to run and talk. Just not at the same time. This weekly comedy/running podcast features interviews with some amazing runners, their own running updates, and whatever makes them laugh.
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You burn more calories laughing while running. 

Dec 20, 2018
There's a new crew at the WGBH Studio in the Boston Public Library-the Unnamed Run Crew (UNMD). Peter and Bryan are joined by UNMD's founder Leandrew Belnavis, co-leader Elizabeth Rock, and crew member Alex Caballero to talk about their diverse and inclusive running crew that leaves no runner behind. Leandrew describes how what started as a birthday run with a group of friends turned into a weekly, music-filled run with a crew of up to 50 or more runners. They also talk about some of the challenges people can face in Boston, particularly those who are new to it, and how Liz and Alex found their way to UNMD. Plus, Peter accepts a challenge from Leandrew, and everyone reveals the super power they wish they had. Plus, Bryan has big plans to reveal! www.HWYRT.com
 
 
 
 
Dec 14, 2018

The HWYRT gang packed up the bus and took on the 3rd Annual Crankle 2K and the Millinocket Half Marathon with grace and aplomb (and a boot). Join us for this intimate conversation recorded the morning after the big race as we review the chill-filled days we spent in the shadow of Mount Katahdin. Special guests include AiR Andrea Bonney Gould, SMG Anna Brooks, and HWYRT neighbors Will and Kris. PS: this episode is 100% Igor Babushkin-free. 

www.HWYRT.com

Dec 7, 2018

It's a bonus episode! Bryan and Peter get psyched up for the big trip to Millinocket! They go over plans for the 3rd Annual Crankle 2K, including a fabulous new prize added to the list. Then they review their many goals for the weekend! Hop on the bus!

www.hwyrt.com

Dec 3, 2018

Bryan grills Peter about the new gear he's sporting - a boot! Then, the guys welcome "Marathon" George Woodward to the BPL studio! George shares how he got into running, how running helps him not be such a b*stard, his competitive nature, and how he has dealt with injury. George also talks about growing older as a runner and his chance meeting with Danielle the Sheep. Then, don't miss the big reveal of the 3rd Annual Crankle 2K prizes!! Pre-registration ends Thursday, Dec. 6th, 12:00 PM EST. Sign up now!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-hwyrt-crankle-2k-tickets-51047543577

Visit our store and buy someone you love some HWYRT merch this holiday season!

http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

 

 

 

 

Nov 30, 2018

While we finish applying the final coat of paint to our big HWYRT interview with "Marathon" George Woodward, please enjoy one of our favorite episodes of Thought Platform. In "Youth," Bryan and Peter discuss what words of advice they might give to their younger selves if they were to travel back in time to help them navigate growing up.

Time to Crankle 2K up! Sign up here to donate and run our 3rd Annual Crankle 2K:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-hwyrt-crankle-2k-tickets-51047543577

 

Have a listen to our OTHER podcast. You can hear all five episodes of Thought Platform for free over at https://radiopublic.com/thought-platform-Wa3nVb

 

Join the HWYRT Strava club and share your sweet, sweet stats!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

 

Buy some HWYRT merch!

http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

 

 

 

Nov 16, 2018

Peter and Bryan check in on their latest runs, then welcome back Mark Lowenstein of greatruns.com. Bryan takes the opportunity to get Mark’s advice on where to run during his upcoming trip to Denver. Then, Mark talks about some great fall and holiday runs, ranging from Europe to New York to Texas! They also chat about how the site stays accurate, the influx of scooters on the streets, and other great places to run if you’re trying to escape the winter. Plus, an update on Mark’s exercise streak!

Time to Crankle 2K up! Sign up here to donate and run:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-hwyrt-crankle-2k-tickets-51047543577

 Have a listen to our OTHER show. You can hear all five episodes of Thought Platform over at https://radiopublic.com/thought-platform-Wa3nVb

Join the HWYRT Strava club and share your sweet, sweet stats!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

Buy some sweet, sweet HWYRT merch!

http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

Nov 9, 2018

Peter finds his inspiration to get back to running after injury, and Bryan reflects on his own return following his surgery. Plus, how HWYRT has influenced yet another long-time listener to complete an incredible running feat. And, an update on the upcoming 3rd annual Crankle 2K!

Sign up here to donate and run the Crankle 2K: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-hwyrt-crankle-2k-tickets-51047543577

Have a listen to our OTHER show. You can hear all five episodes of Thought Platform over at https://radiopublic.com/thought-platform-Wa3nVb

Join the HWYRT Strava club and share your sweet, sweet stats!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

Buy some HWYRT merch!

http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

 

Oct 30, 2018

It's our 3rd Anniversary Special!! Peter and Bryan chat about working through injury and the negative self-talk that creeps in when you're not running, and then Bryan confesses (of course) to how he got injured this time... Then, the main event: we welcome singer/songwriter Amelia Meath, currently on tour promoting a new album with her band Mountain Man (and gearing up to go back to the studio with her other band, Sylvan Esso)! Amelia is brand new to running and her excitement is contagious. We talk about how she got started running, her impressive 30-minute running rule (and if she'll ever break it), and all of the important running topics: running while traveling, treadmills, setting goals, strapping on the feedbag, STRAVA, and much, MUCH more. Plus, updates on the 3rd Annual Crankle 2K! 

 

http://www.wearemountainman.com

http://www.sylvanesso.com

https://twitter.com/arandallm

 

Get your Crankle 2K on! Sign up here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-hwyrt-crankle-2k-tickets-51047543577

 

Have a listen to our OTHER show. You can hear all five episodes of Thought Platform

over at https://radiopublic.com/thought-platform-Wa3nVb

 

Join the HWYRT Strava club and share your sweet, sweet stats!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

 

Buy some HWYRT merch!

http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

 

 

 

Oct 26, 2018

We are skipping a new HWYRT episode this week, as we are busy preparing our third anniversary show! However, over the summer, Bryan and Peter released five episodes of Thought Platform, their new conversation podcast. Here’s the first episode, Nature, for your listening pleasure. Please check out all the other episodes exclusively at RadioPublic:  

https://radiopublic.com/thought-platform-Wa3nVb

And please email us YOUR thoughts at thoughtplatform@gmail.com

See you next week!

Oct 19, 2018

Peter and Bryan are talkin’ up Autumn! Bryan describes the beautiful Mount Desert Island Half Marathon in Maine, where he raced with artist-in-residence Andrea Bonney Gould, now a half-marathon completionist! Next, Peter and Bryan talk about hydration while racing, then Bryan shares his interview with Leah Frost, the MDI women's race winner and course record-breaker. Leah explains why she loves MDI and what she would say to young women who are interested in running. Then, Bryan describes how he and Andi almost got stuck in Bar Harbor, Maine, FOREVER. Finally, Peter tells the tale of his adventures in selling toys at the Super Megafest Comic-con. (And don't miss the preview of some excellent Crankle 2K prizes!)

 

Get your Crankle 2K on! Sign up here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-hwyrt-crankle-2k-tickets-51047543577

 

Have a listen to our OTHER show. You can hear all five episodes of Thought Platform

over at https://radiopublic.com/thought-platform-Wa3nVb

 

Join the HWYRT Strava club and share your sweet, sweet stats!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

 

Buy some HWYRT merch!

http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

 

Oct 11, 2018

The women of HWYRT take over the mics! Anna describes her experience at the B.A.A. Half Marathon, while Andi looks ahead to the MDI Half. They both start getting into a Millinocket mindset, and then compare their different feelings about the social aspects of running. Then, some serious talk about anger and hope for the future. Finally, they invite Peter and Bryan back onto the show. Bryan and Andi talk about a run that didn’t go as planned, and then Bryan grills Peter about his surprise October race. Plus, upcoming race goals and plans for making the next training cycle fun.

 

Get your Crankle 2K on! Sign up here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-hwyrt-crankle-2k-tickets-51047543577

 

Have a listen to our OTHER show. You can hear all five episodes of Thought Platform

over at https://radiopublic.com/thought-platform-Wa3nVb

 

Join the HWYRT Strava club and share your sweet, sweet stats!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

 

Buy some HWYRT merch!

http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

 

Oct 5, 2018

Peter and Bryan make a long-awaited return to Feedback Corner where Queen Lauren Madden is ready with the listener mailbag. New listener Jenny Love's email about listening to HWYRT at the gym encourages Bryan to tell his story about the intense, self-propelled treadmill he is determined to conquer. HWYRT listener and former guest Lori Richmond has some new hosting suggestions. And long-time listener Jennifer Houghton clears up the confusion around filling bathtubs with water during a storm. Plus, Bryan looks to Peter for advice about missed runs. And, the Eventbrite signup for the Third Annual Crankle 2K in Millinocket, Maine is now live! Go sign up here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-hwyrt-crankle-2k-tickets-51047543577

Have a listen to our OTHER show. You can hear all five episodes of Thought Platform over at https://radiopublic.com/thought-platform-Wa3nVb

Join the HWYRT Strava club and share your sweet, sweet stats!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

Buy some HWYRT merch!

http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

 

Sep 27, 2018

Peter and Bryan welcome another Bryan to the mics. Bryan Kent of Wellness in Motion describes his work as a chiropractor and acupuncturist, and shares how he practically stumbled into studying traditional Chinese medicine. Bryan also talks about how chiropractic philosophy has changed over the years, and then brings out the tools of his trade for a live demonstration! Peter gets to experience acupuncture while (podcast) Bryan experiences cupping. (Doctor) Bryan also shares the proper way to breathe while running and doing pretty much everything else!

Haven’t heard our Thought Platform podcasts? What are you waiting for!?! 

Check out all five episode over at https://radiopublic.com/thought-platform-Wa3nVb

Join the HWYRT Strava club and share your sweet, sweet stats!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

Buy some HWYRT merch!

http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

 

Sep 20, 2018

Bryan and Peter are back at the studio at the Boston Public Library where Bryan tells the story of his recent painful rookie mistake. Then the guys are joined by Boston's running unicorn, Corinne Griffiths. They chat about their shared recent experience running hills under the guidance of NP-guest co-leaders Marathon George Woodward and Artist-in-Residence Andrea Bonney Gould, then Corinne describes her first foray into ultra running with the Anchor Down Ultra. She talks about how she trained and fueled for the run, the unique experience of running a race based on time rather than distance, and how she kept herself busy with running math and hamming it up with fellow runners. Plus, her surprising race results and what she plans to do next.

Haven’t heard our Thought Platform podcasts? What are you waiting for!?! Check out all five episode over at https://radiopublic.com/thought-platform-Wa3nVb

Join the HWYRT Strava club and share your sweet, sweet stats!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

Buy some sweet, sweet HWYRT merch! http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

Sep 13, 2018

It's our second week after the break, and everyone on team HWYRT is already BUSY. Peter continues to make progress in PT, Bryan runs yet another race, and the race schedules are full for Artist-in-Residence Andrea Bonney Gould and Social Media Guru Anna Brooks. Then, Bryan is the man on the mountain at the Under Armour Mountain Running Series at Killington, Vermont, where he interviews Run 4 All Women ambassador Becca, NP Boston tribe member Natasha, and the far-traveling members of the London Brunch Running Club (from England) and the District Running Collective (from Washington D.C.).

Haven’t heard our Thought Platform podcasts? What are you waiting for!?! 

Check out all five episode over at https://radiopublic.com/thought-platform-Wa3nVb

Join the HWYRT Strava club and share your sweet, sweet stats!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

Buy some HWYRT merch!

http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

 

Sep 6, 2018

Peter and Bryan make their long-awaited return to the podcasting studio. Bryan is back in the races while Peter is back on the injury deck (and Bryan questions the activities that got him there). Plus, a report on an odd way that fans are enjoying the show and a tease about the upcoming Millinocket 3rd annual Crankle 2K! And, of course, Bryan has another confession.

Haven’t heard our Thought Platform podcasts yet? What are you waiting for!?! Check out all five episode over at https://radiopublic.com/thought-platform-Wa3nVb

Buy some HWYRT merch! http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

Join the HWYRT Strava club and share your sweet, sweet stats!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

 

 

Jul 19, 2018

Peter and Bryan get the scoop on all the best places to run from Mark Lowenstein, creator of http://greatruns.com which provides runners who travel with a curated list of scenic and iconic running routes worldwide. Mark shares how he started his passion project and how it has grown. He also names a few names for the most challenging places to run. And, he reveals the amazing cardio-activity streak that he has maintained for four years straight! Finally, Bryan and Peter have some BIG midsummer announcements to share.

Go get your “binge on” with our all-new Podcast series Thought Platform available on our site:http://howwasyourruntoday.com/thoughtplatform and at RadioPublic: https://radiopublic.com/thought-platform-Wa3nVb

Join the HWYRT Strava running club and share your sweet, sweet stats!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

Buy some of your own HWYRT swag!  http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

 

Jul 12, 2018

It’s the story we’ve all been waiting for: the Boilermaker 15K recap! Bryan sits down with Boilermaker completionists Peter Villa and Igor Babushkin to get the scoop on what went right and what went terribly wrong on the big day. In his role as interviewer, mediator, and therapist, Bryan gets to the heart of a new rift in the Clyde Army ranks and helps to mend the emotional chafing.

Find out all about the Boilermaker race: http://www.boilermaker.com/home.php

Buy some HWYRT merch!

http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

Join the HWYRT Strava club and share your sweet, sweet stats!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

 

 

Jul 6, 2018

Peter and Bryan take to the streets and are joined by Dan Janis, who is well on his way to running a marathon in all 50 states. Dan shares how he’s managed to  make such unbelievable progress in crossing states off his list, and how he plans to wrap it all up. Plus, tales of one race with mobile port-a-potties, the types of people you meet at remote marathons, the best post-race parties, and what happens when the giant beaver mascot decides to leave early.

Check out Dan’s “Danifesto” over at: www.danjanis.com

Buy some HWYRT merch! http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

Join the HWYRT Strava club and share your sweet, sweet stats!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

Jun 29, 2018

Bryan and Peter finally make it back to the studio at the Boston Public Library where they are joined by Social Media Guru Anna Brooks, who just completed her second BAA 10K. They talk about the race experience, Peter and Bryan's sweaty view from the sidelines, and the secrets of the team tents. Bryan shares the unique pre-race regimen that helped Artist-in-Residence Andrea Bonney Gould crush the BAA 10K, and Peter gives an update from the medical tent on his Boilermaker 15K training. Then, we Follow the Cent to Kansas City where Vinnie Cent sits down with recently retired NP Kansas City co-leader John Kohler. John describes how his experience at the Boston Marathon in 2013, the year of the bombing, led him to connect with fellow runners on social media, and how that eventually helped him discover November Project (and starts a new tribe in Kansas City). He also talks about the afterschool program he started to get kids more active and about the importance of challenging ourselves to move out of our comfort zone.

Join the HWYRT Strava club and share your sweet, sweet stats!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

Buy some HWYRTmerch!

http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

 

Jun 21, 2018

Peter and Bryan venture outside the studio, first to Peter’s house and then to Bryan’s car, to make some HWYRT magic. Peter has a big announcement about his run streak and Bryan offers his sage advice. Bryan also impresses Peter with his amazing return to athletics. Then, they welcome November Project Boston tribe member and photographer Alan Scherer to discuss a more serious topic that has been in the news: suicide. Alan shares his struggles with mental illness and how he worked to recover after hitting his personal rock bottom. They discuss how hearing about other suicides can become a trigger for those who have a history of depression. Finally, Alan shares how he has found support and inspiration through the running community and through his photography, and how he hopes to use his experiences to help others who are trying to find their way to health.

If you, or someone you know, needs help:

https://afsp.org

https://samaritanshope.org

https://www.nami.org/#

https://deconstructingstigma.org

http://www.wediko.org

 

For more about Alan:

https://500px.com/alanschererphotographer

https://teespring.com/stores/littlebitsoflife

https://www.customink.com/fundraising/littlebitsbrand

https://boston.backonmyfeet.org

Join the HWYRT Strava club and share your sweet, sweet stats!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

Buy some HWYRT merch!

http://howwasyourruntoday.com/store-1/

 

 

Jun 15, 2018

Bryan and Peter can't be together at the studio, but a new episode is only a phone call away. Peter is cautious about his running streak after feeling some familiar pains, while Bryan and Artist-in-Residence Andrea tackle The North Face Endurance Challenge, resulting in a mix of victories and struggles. Also, Bryan talks about being back in the racing game (although there is still so much #RebuildingBryan to be done) and Peter starts to question his racing decisions. Next, we follow Vinnie Cent to Atlanta, where he chats with Coco Esser of the November Project Atlanta tribe. Coco describes how she got into distance running, made ALL the mistakes, and fell in love with the sport. She also talks about getting into running groups when she moved to Atlanta and how she found her home with NP. 

 

Join our Strava club!  
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

 

 

Jun 8, 2018

We start by Following the Cent as Vinnie travels to Virginia Beach to chat with Nic King. Nic, who ran an amazing 14 races in one year for the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series, talks about how he got started with running, how he discovered November Project, and how engaging with other runners  has helped him come out of his shell and find his community. Then, we return to the studio! Peter gives an update on the Clyde Army Countdown and reveals a big race announcement. Meanwhile, Bryan keeps building his base, mile by mile, as he sets his sights for a big Millinocket comeback. Plus, Peter shares a story about unexpected HWYRT connections and about a special sighting he had on a recent run.

There is still time to help us reach our full print order! Be sure to order your sweet, sweet, limited edition HWYRT Boilermaker 15K singlet before June 13th: https://www.customink.com/g/ktm0-00bd-ng4g

Join our HWYRT Strava club! We're a good time!
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

Jun 1, 2018

Bryan and Peter record on location at the Gould Family Farm. Bryan is ready to spring himself from PT, while Peter continues to train for the Utica Boilermaker 15K. Then, Vinnie Cent travels to Baltimore and talks with NP's Hallie Herz. Hallie shares how she got involved in the November Project and how she hopes to encourage more inclusiveness within the NP community, particularly for LGBTQ members. Hallie also talks about her participation in the Baltimore XFest, a comedy festival specifically designed for women and gender minorities in comedy. Plus, Peter gives Bryan a semi-update on the Clyde Army Countdown 2018 and puts a call out to Igor Bubushkin.  

There is still time to order your sweet, sweet, limited edition HWYRT Boilermaker 15K singlet before June 13th: https://www.customink.com/g/ktm0-00bd-ng4g

Join our Strava club! See where we run! 
https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT

 

 

May 24, 2018

Bryan continues his recovery by tackling some hills and starting to plan some races. Then, an interview with cyclist, runner, and Orange Mud CEO Josh Sprague. Josh talks about his crazy adventure races, including a run through the desert on a horse with no name. (Actually, it was named "Macaroni.") He shares how he trained for adventure races in the past and now trains for ultra running and other endurance races. He also describes how his experiences on the trail led him to design his own water pack and build it into a business. Plus, the advantages of ultra races over marathons, how he straps on the feedbag during a race (and where he has gone wrong), and advice for first-time ultra runners. Be sure to check out Josh’s products at www.orangemud.com

Help HWYRT reach our full print order! Be sure to order your sweet, sweet, limited edition HWYRT Boilermaker 15K singlet before June 1st: https://www.customink.com/g/ktm0-00bd-ng4g

Join our Strava club!  

 

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