{"podcast":{"title":"For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running","slug":"for-the-long-run-exploring-the-why-behind-running-242472","podcast_index_feed_id":242472,"rss_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/81032c4/podcast/rss","website_url":"https://forthelong.run","image_url":"https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/staging/podcast_uploaded_nologo/1252793/1252793-1726600323036-8c49fa0c3fc65.jpg","author":"Jonathan Levitt","episode_count":432,"summary":"Exploring the why behind what keeps runners running long, strong, and motivated. Running is a sport that has the power to unite us all and we are here to share conversations about how running has shaped the lives of people within our community, as well as how running has created community in itself. From pro runners and Olympians to ultramarathoners running their first big race to business owners who use running to improve their entrepreneurial journey, we believe in creating community and expanding the running world for all. Hosted by running enthusiast, Jonathan Levitt.","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/for-the-long-run-exploring-the-why-behind-running-242472"},"episode":{"title":"From Gambling Addiction to Ultra Marathons: How Running Saved Terence Gerchberg","slug":"from-gambling-addiction-to-ultra-marathons-how-running-saved-terence-gerchberg","published_at":"2026-01-02T11:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/for-the-long-run-exploring-the-why-behind-running-242472/from-gambling-addiction-to-ultra-marathons-how-running-saved-terence-gerchberg","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/for-the-long-run-exploring-the-why-behind-running-242472","url":"https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthelongrun/episodes/From-Gambling-Addiction-to-Ultra-Marathons-How-Running-Saved-Terence-Gerchberg-e3d0jnn","audio_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/81032c4/podcast/play/113314999/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-11-31%2F415254590-44100-2-e19ee62af8f24.m4a","summary":"Success in running often comes from hitting rock bottom. This was the case for Terence Gerchberg, who transformed his gambling addiction into a mission to help others find their footing, one mile at a time. In the words of Terence, “Running changed and saved my life. Today, I have the privilege of helping others do the same through Back on My Feet, a national nonprofit that transforms the lives of those experiencing homelessness and addiction through the power of running and community.” Jon chats with Terence about: overcoming gambling addiction through running Back on My Feet nonprofit mission ultra running and Leadville race attempts community support in running groups finding purpose through helping others his definition of success (not money) Stay connected: Follow Terence: https://www.instagram.com/coachamazing/ Back on My Feet: Backonmyfeet.org This episode is supported by: Rocket Money Take control of your spending. Cancel unwanted subscriptions and reduce the rest with Rocket Money: RocketMoney.com/GORUN . RACE Cancer Let's hold each other accountable and create momentum together in the new year by committing to at least one mile a day through RACE Cancer's Winter Challenge. Go to app.winterchallenge.org and use code “FTLR” and join our team!","meta_description":"Success in running often comes from hitting rock bottom. This was the case for Terence Gerchberg, who transformed his gambling addiction into a mission to…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3196,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/for-the-long-run-exploring-the-why-behind-running-242472/episodes/from-gambling-addiction-to-ultra-marathons-how-running-saved-terence-gerchberg/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/for-the-long-run-exploring-the-why-behind-running-242472/from-gambling-addiction-to-ultra-marathons-how-running-saved-terence-gerchberg.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}