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
38 episodes
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
Tough Ruck: A Journey of Honor and Community
In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, host Art Trapotsis speaks with Tough Ruck race director Sarah Sweeney and five-time participant Jeffrey Paolino about the unique endurance event known as...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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29:06
Charles River Wheelers (CRW): Building Community Through Cycling
In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we learn about one of largest cycling clubs in the Boston area: the Charles River Wheelmen (CRW). My guest today is Randolph Williams, the President of CRW, an...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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46:27
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Bike Racing in New England: NEBRA’s Role in Road and Cyclocross Racing
In this episode of The New England Endurance Podcast, we’re joined by Alan Atwood, President of the New England Bike Racing Association (NEBRA) and a cornerstone of the region’s road and cyclocross cycling community. With over 30 years...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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44:19
Running Rhode Island: Spotlight on Rhode Races & Events
In this milestone episode, we address a glaring omission from our first 25 episodes—we haven’t yet featured a guest from Rhode Island! Better late than never, right? Today, we are thrilled to welcome Susan Rancourt, co-founder and Chief Running...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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33:16
Trailblazers of X-Country Skiing: The New England Nordic Ski Association
Welcome to the 25th episode of the New England Endurance Podcast! To mark this milestone, and the coming winter season, we explore one of our favorite endurance activities: cross-country skiing! We chat with two leaders from the
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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50:22
Building the Future of Connecticut Cycling with Ben & Brian Wolfe
In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we’re spotlighting Connecticut’s cycling scene and introducing you to two standout leaders shaping its future—brothers Ben and Brian Wolfe! Join us as we dive into their work with the
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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43:18
Tracksmith: Running, Community, and Crafting an Iconic Brand with Matt Taylor
In this episode, we chat about the vibrant New England running culture with Matt Taylor, co-founder and CEO of Tracksmith, a brand that’s reshaping how we celebrate endurance sports. Matt shares the sto...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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47:49
CRI (Community Rowing Inc) - Ted Benford
In this special episode, we host an exclusive interview with Ted Benford, Executive Director of Community Rowing Inc. (CRI). Whether you're new to the sport or a seasoned rower, this episode will...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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49:16
Karen Smyers: From World Champion to Community Advocate – A Triathlon Journey
In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we are joined by Karen Smyers, a triathlon legend and an inspiring figure in endurance sports. Karen's accolades include winning the 1995 Hawaiian ...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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54:45
Gravel Epics & Best Buddies: A Conversation with Richard Fries
In this episode, we have the honor of sitting down with a true legend in the New England cycling community—Richard Fries. Richard is the Co-Founder of Domestique Events, which organizes two incredible gravel events: the Lime Rock Epic and the N...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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46:54
Open Water Swimming in New England with Craig Lewin
In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we dive deep into the world of open water swimming with Craig Lewin, President and Head Coach of Endurance Swimming. Craig, a Boston College and Nort...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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43:10
Conte’s Bike Shop - Mitchell Foley
In this episode we’re excited to have a chat with Mitchell "Skip" Foley from Conte’s Bike Shop in Lexington, MA. This is a 2-for-1 episode as we get...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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41:18
NEMBA: Guiding The Future of Mountain Biking in New England
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Nicole Freedman, Olympian, and Executive Director of the New England Mountain Bike Association (NEMBA). In this episode, Nicole shares her journey from the Olympic ...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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32:47
Gravel Riding with Gravel Boston
In this episode we had the pleasure of sitting down with Mat Rousseu and Alex Land, the passionate co-founders of Gravel Boston. This dynamic duo has been instrumental in promoting gravel rides in...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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20:34
The Trail Animals Running Club with Pat Caron
In this episode we had the pleasure of interviewing Pat Caron from the Trail Animals Running Club (based in Massachusetts) and the founder of
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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47:21
The Appalachian Mountain Club: Gravel Riding, Hiking, and Outdoor Exploration
In this inspiring episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we sit down with Scarlet Batchelor, the Chief Growth Officer of the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC). Scarlet shares her passion for getting ...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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51:10
