The Runaround Podcast
Episodes
Miles, Motherhood, and a Career in the Running Industry: How Alli O'Keefe Balances It All
14 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, I’m joined by Alli O'Keefe, a Regional Tech Lead at On, to talk about her path in the running industry. From studying journali...
The Starting Line: Recap of Our First Semester at UNO
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of The Runaround Podcast, I’m joined by my three college roommates and teammates, Charlotte, Litzey, and Hope, as we reflect on our ...
From Florida to Oregon: Building a Creative Career in Track & Field with Anderson Bobo
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Anderson Bobo — the Creative Director of Track & Field at the University of Oregon — to talk about the inters...
Part 2: This is a Podcast About Running. This is Not a Podcast About Running. (With Coach Bennett)
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Part 2 of my conversation with Coach Bennett — Nike’s Global Head Running Coach — we dig even deeper into the philosophy that has made him on...
Part 1: This is a Podcast About Running. This is Not a Podcast About Running. (With Coach Bennett)
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the first part of this two-part, inspiring conversation, I sit down with Coach Bennett, Nike’s Global Head Running Coach, to explore the side of ...
Recorded in Eugene: Running Through All Phases of Life with Haleigh Morales
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with former collegiate athlete Haleigh Morales for a reflective and heartfelt conversation on the evolution of her relatio...
First Solo Episode! What Was I Doing in Oregon?
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In my FIRST solo episode, I take you along on my recent trip to Oregon — a wonderful trip filled with family, time outside, and lots of running. Fro...
Finding Success in Collegiate Running and Pursuing a Career in Sports Media with Ashley Robinson
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m joined by Division I runner at George Washington University and former Neuqua Athlete, Ashley Robinson. She's chasing more...
Graduated High School, Now What?
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, I’m joined by two of my closest friends, Lauren Varak and Mridula Natarajan, as we reflect on a major turning point in our ...
Capturing the Sport and Telling Stories with Running Industry Creative Kevin Gunawan
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with professional industry creative Kevin Gunawan, whose work has become a staple in the running world. He shares his jour...
Part 2: The Story of Naperville Running Company with Kris Hartner
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special two-part episode, I sit down with Kris Hartner, founder and owner of Naperville Running Company, to hear the incredible journey of how...
Part 1: The Story of Naperville Running Company with Kris Hartner
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special two-part episode, I sit down with Kris Hartner, founder and owner of Naperville Running Company, to hear the incredible journey of how...
The Runaround Podcast 20th Episode! | Reflections from 2024 and Goals for 2025 with Katie Chapman
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
To celebrate the 20th episode of The Runaround Podcast, I’m bringing back my very first guest, Katie Chapman! Together, we take a trip down memory l...
Finding Fulfillment in Running and Marketing with Paige Carter
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paige Carter is a former collegiate runner who competed for both UCLA and Boston College. After her time in the NCAA, Paige was the Director of Market...
A Quick Conversation With Adidas Pro Runners Katelyn Tuohy and Elly Henes | 2024 NCAA Cross Country Championships in Madison, Wisconsin
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From Heartbreak & Adidas’s pop-up shop in downtown Madison, professional runners Katelyn Tuohy and Elly Henes join me for a quick recording ahea...
Posting on Social Media and the Effects of NIL with Heartbreak Love Squad Athlete Dylan Brilliant
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Dylan Brilliant dives into why he started posting running content on social media, how he grew his platform, and the ways NIL has cha...
Creating Social Media Content and Navigating Injury with Heartbreak Love Squad Athlete Natalie Harris
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hurdler at the University of Iowa, Natalie Harris, dives into her love for track and field, posting on social media, dealing with a major injury, and ...
Qualifying for the Olympic Marathon Trials and Being a Mom with Marisa Hird
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Marisa Hird is a mom, elite runner, and the Director of Culture at Naperville Running Company. In this episode, she recaps her high school and college...
Recapping Bowerman Running Camp with Mckayla Childs
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mckayla Childs is a rising senior cross country and track athlete from Houston, Texas. This past year she competed at Nike Track Nationals in Eugene, ...
Competitive Running and Transitioning to Triathlon with Danny Winek
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Danny Winek was a runner on Neuqua Valley's cross country and track & field state championship teams in 2016 and 2018 and a collegiate athlet...
Part 2: Coaching and Fostering Success with Hall of Fame Coach Paul Vandersteen
06 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the second part of this conversation with Coach Paul Vandersteen, he dives into his current endeavors as a coach. He shares the differences between...
Part 1: Coaching and Fostering Success with Hall of Fame Coach Paul Vandersteen
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is the first episode of a two-part conversation with Coach Paul Vandersteen. He has so much to share about what separates the good athletes from ...
Throwing Professionally and Having Fun with Thrower Daniel McArthur
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Daniel McArthur is competing at the Track & Field Olympic Trials starting tomorrow, June 21st! He was a collegiate thrower at the University of No...
Running and Coaching for Over 60 Years with Jim McEneaney (my grandfather)
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
My grandfather has been running since he was a freshman in high school and has continued to find joy in the sport into his seventies. I sit down with ...
Live Interview with New Balance Pro Runner Dani Jones
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I had the amazing opportunity to conduct an interview with professional runner, Dani Jones, during an event with New Balance at Naperville Running Com...
Playing Softball and Finding Meaning Outside of Sports with Kelsey O'Connor
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kelsey O'Connor shares her experiences in playing softball, getting recruited to compete in college, and dealing with injuries throughout her car...
Finding Joy in Fitness and Living with Parkinson's with Jimmy Choi
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Choi shares his journey from being diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease at 27 years old to being an American Ninja Warrior Competitor, ultram...
Dealing with Pressure and Making the Most of Opportunities with Jessie Bailey
27 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Current collegiate runner and former Neuqua Valley athlete, Jessie Bailey, shares her journey from competitive dancer to elite runner. Jessie walks th...
Growing Up Playing Sports and Pursuing Media with Lauren Varak and Mridula Natarajan
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I have a conversation with two of my best friends and media classmates, Lauren and Mridula. We discuss how sports have shaped our childhood, how we fe...
Over A Decade of Playing Basketball and Plans for the Future with Drew Beutel
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I sit down with one of Illinois' best high school basketball players, Drew Beutel to discuss his time competing over the past twelve years. He sh...
Overcoming Adversity and Looking Forward to College with Carissa Hamilton
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I talk to my former all-state teammate, Carissa Hamilton, about her successful high school running career and her goals for competing in college. As a...
Welcome to The Runaround!
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this introductory episode, I share the goals of The Runaround Podcast and what you can expect in each episode! I want to help share my guests'...