New England Endurance Podcast
Celebrating New England's thriving endurance sports culture.
Our mission is to passionately showcase and celebrate the vibrant endurance sports culture thriving in New England. Through engaging conversations, local endurance athletes (Art Trapotsis and Eric Schenker) embark on a journey to uncover the essence of the region's clubs, group rides, cherished routes, legendary races, and the devoted community of athletes who proudly call New England home.
From the exhilarating realms of road cycling to the rugged trails of mountain biking, from triathlons to ultramarathons, from open-water swimming to collegiate rowing, this podcast is a tribute to the challenges, victories, and compelling narratives that shape the endurance sports landscape in this distinctive part of the United States.
With a commitment to fostering connections, providing valuable insights, and igniting inspiration, we strive to unite, inform, and empower the New England endurance community.
Episodes
53 episodes
Justin Spinelli: From Pro Cycling to Relaunching Luxe Wheelworks
In this episode we interview Justin Spinelli, a former professional cyclist and current entrepreneur behind Luxe Wheelworks by Gruppo Spinelli. Justin shares his journey from a young bike mechanic i...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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48:24
Inside the Velomont Project: Vermont Huts & Trails’ Vision for a 485-Mile Mountain Bike Network
In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, host Art Trapotsis talks with RJ Thompson, Executive Director of Vermont Huts & Trails, about the Velomont Project
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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35:09
Millennium Running: The Cheap Marathon, Big Dreams, and the 603’s Running King (John Mortimer)
In this episode we sit down with John Mortimer — founder and CEO of Millennium Running, former professional runner, and one of New England’s most dynamic race organizers. John takes us from his early...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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49:45
Climbing the Rockpile: The Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb
In this episode of the New England Endurance podcast, hosts Art Trapotsis and Eric Schenker sit down with Lisa McCoy, event director of the iconic Mount Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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51:01
Kingdom Trails: World-Class Trails Made Possible by Private Landowners
In this episode we sit down with Abby Long, the (outgoing) Executive Director of Kingdom Trails — one of the top mountain biking and multi-use trail networks in the country, located in Vermont’s Nort...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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47:42
The Vermont 100 Endurance Race: A Legacy of Ultrarunners, Adaptive Athletes, and Horses - with Amy Rusiecki
In this episode we interview Amy Rusiecki — ultrarunner, trail advocate, race director of the iconic Vermont 100 Endurance Race, and race director of the Be...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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43:22
Building a Powerhouse: Inside Tufts University Rowing with George Munger
In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, host Art Trapotsis sits down with George Munger, the director the Tufts University rowing program and men's head coach, to explore ...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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56:40
The Head Of The Charles Regatta: Brendan Mulvey explains New England’s ultimate rowing celebration, rower's Christmas, and beach sprints
In this episode we dive deep into what many rowers fondly call Rower’s Christmas — the legendary Head of the Charles Regatta (HOCR). We’re joined by race director Brendan Mulvey, who unpacks what makes this t...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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38:43
The Treeline Outfitters Story: An Outdoor Gear Shop, Taproom, & Run/Ride Hub
In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we interview Emily Kwesell and Cody Whelan, co-founders of Treeline Outfitters in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. We explore the innovative c...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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40:54
Dirt Church Brewing: For the Love of Dirt, Community, and Craft Beer
In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Anna Cronin and Bruce Lindsay, co-founders of Dirt Church Brewing, nestled in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. Born out of a shared love for ...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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45:37
545 Velo: A Cycling Team with Racing Roots and Regional Impact
In this episode we enjoy a conversation with Jeff Dieffenbach, co-president of 545 Velo, and Larry Alford, one of the club's original founders. Tog...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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37:19
BIVO: The Vermont Bottle Company Fueling Endurance Sports
The BIVO Story with Founders Carina Hamel and Robby RingerIn this episode we speak with Carina Hamel and Robby Ringer, co-founders of
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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40:23
New England Youth Cycling - Kelly Catale
In this inspiring episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we sit down with Kelly Catale, the Executive Director of New England Youth Cycling (NEYC) and the founder and president of
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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50:46
The Falmouth Road Race - Megan Faulkner
In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Megan Faulkner, the Executive Director of Falmouth Road Race, Inc and the Asics Falmouth Road Race. Megan has been an integral part of this iconic ...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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35:43
Granite State Endurance Project - Amber Ferreira
In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we sit down with Amber Ferreira—professional triathlete, mom, coach, and founder of the
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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33:15
Back on My Feet: Transforming Lives One Mile at a Time
In this special episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we celebrate the 15-year anniversary of Back on My Feet (Boston), an organization that has been changing lives through the power of fitness an...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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26:39
State 9 Racing: A NH Cycling Race Team Making an Impact
We had the pleasure of speaking with Andy Gould, the president of State 9 Racing, one of New Hampshire’s premier cycling teams. From its origins in 2015 to its growth into a powerhouse in New...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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26:58
Race Day XC: New England's New Mountain Bike Series
In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, host Art Trapotsis interviews John Day, the race director and founder of Race Day XC, a new mountain bike race series in New England. John shares his...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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48:23
Kenetik: Fueling Endurance with Ketones
In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast we welcome Devon Price and Peter Bayne, co-founders of Kenetik, a company specializing in ketone-based energy drinks. The conversation delves into the ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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31:40
Dave McGillivray: Boston Marathon Race Director and Endurance Legend
In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, hosts Art Trapotsis and Eric Schenker welcome Dave McGillivray, the race director of the Boston Marathon (for 37 years!) They explore Dave's journey in endurance sports, his defining moments...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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58:41
Uphill New England: Building a Community for Uphill Skiers
In this episode we interview Ed Warren, founder of Uphill New England, an organization dedicated to promoting uphill skiing in the region. Ed discusses the origins of Uphill New England, its partn...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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42:52
New England Track Cycling & The Northeast Velodrome
In this episode we explore New England Track Cycling and the Northeast Velodrome with Dave LaFond, President, and Jed Kornbluh, Board Member. They...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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38:52
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Adam Myerson - Cycle-Smart
In this Episode 1 of Season 2 of the New England Endurance Podcast, we welcome Adam Myerson, a prominent figure in the cycling community and President and Head Coach of Cycle-Smart Inc. We discu...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:07:14
Season 1 Recap of The New England Endurance Podcast
In this special Season 1 recap of the New England Endurance Podcast, we reflect on an incredible year of conversations, stories, and adventures across the endurance sports landscape. From gravel grinders to icy swims, we revisit the highlights ...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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28:43
