{"podcast":{"title":"Ross and Petar's Pod on the Run","slug":"ross-and-petar-s-pod-on-the-run-7301227","podcast_index_feed_id":7301227,"rss_url":"https://media.rss.com/ross-and-petar-s-pod-on-the-run/feed.xml","website_url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/ross-and-petar-s-pod-on-the-run","image_url":"https://media.rss.com/ross-and-petar-s-pod-on-the-run/20250417_070420_2bfa8b11e91bdc232dfe216b84c1c8bb.png","author":"Ross Field and Petar Milardovich","episode_count":25,"summary":"What happens when two buddies hit 42 and decide to celebrate with 42 kilometers? The Birth-K sparked something extraordinary, and now Ross and Petar are here to reflect on their journey—mud, memories, and all—while exploring the heartbeat of Chico’s running culture. Whether you’re here for the behind-the-scenes tales, the spirited banter (serious runners? not really...), or the chance to meet the incredible people pounding the trails and roads of Chico, this podcast is your go-to for all things running—and a lot of things not running. From the history of the running community to favorite routes, future challenges, and even the big existential question, “Why do we even run?”, Ross and Petar serve up insights, laughs, and plenty of moments where things didn’t go quite as planned. And speaking of incredible people: Chico’s running community is fueled by local legends, inspiring everyday athletes, and fantastic organizations like Fleet Feet Chico and the Bidwell Run Club . These groups offer camaraderie, unforgettable events, and shared experiences that embody the true heart and soul of Chico's running scene. Ross and Petar will spotlight these organizations, their impact, and the run…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-18T20:17:11.080627+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ross-and-petar-s-pod-on-the-run-7301227"},"episode":{"title":"Sage Advice from The Real Deal Neil","slug":"sage-advice-from-the-real-deal-neil","published_at":"2026-06-16T00:48:13+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ross-and-petar-s-pod-on-the-run-7301227/sage-advice-from-the-real-deal-neil","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ross-and-petar-s-pod-on-the-run-7301227","url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/ross-and-petar-s-pod-on-the-run/2912928","audio_url":"https://content.rss.com/episodes/326112/2912928/ross-and-petar-s-pod-on-the-run/2026_06_13_21_46_52_8d6aa761-ea40-4720-b070-192d8df3c5a7.mp3","summary":"Episode 24 is a full‑stride tour through the Chico running universe - community highs, big race breakthroughs, and the kind of mid‑life brilliance that only comes from someone who has lived enough life to know better… and run anyway. We kick things off at Global Running Day , where Fleet Feet turned a free 5k into a full‑blown Chico reunion. The Chico Striders and Danny DiMeo handed out this year’s Run Strong Scholarships to local high‑school seniors, surrounded by sponsors like Bidwell Run Club , Chico Running Club , The Original A‑Team , and individual supporters Tracie Hannick and Christine Campbell . We grabbed interviews with Danny and a couple of the scholarship runners - and they’re sprinkled throughout the episode like perfectly timed aid‑station snacks. As we hit record, Todd Ziegenmeyer was out representing Chico on the Tahoe 200 course - one of the wildest tests of grit in the sport. Then we roll into race recaps. First up: Steven Hartman , who just obliterated a 50k in Oregon and brought back a perspective that’s equal parts grounded and gritty. After that, we caught up with Peter Hansen - The Form - fresh off a monster run at The Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon , where he punched up his Boston Qualifying time like it owed him money. Before we dive into our main guest, we look ahead at what’s coming up in the community: the Colby Mountain TrailFest with Bidwell Run Club and the 4th of July 5k hosted by Chico Running Club - both fueling and supporting the Run Strong Scholarship that keeps this whole ecosystem thriving. And then… we get to Neil . This is where the episode earns its title: Sage Advice . Neil is 60-3, but in running years he's the guy who shows up humble, quotes a study about aerobic development, and then drops you on a hill. 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