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Fast People

Hosted by Sarah Lorge Butler · sports · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

Journalist Sarah Lorge Butler talks to top runners and the people who helped them get where they are today.

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Public web form

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24%

Guest openness

Selective

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Questions about Fast People

Who hosts Fast People?

Fast People is hosted by Sarah Lorge Butler.

What has Fast People covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Nikki Hiltz: Being Calm in the Chaos | Episode 31" (13 March 2026, 33 minutes), "Emma Grace Hurley on Being Misdirected at the USATF Half Marathon Championships | Episode 30" (5 March 2026, 33 minutes), and "Gabi Rooker on Letting Go of Comparison in Her Boston Marathon Build | Episode 29" (26 February 2026, 35 minutes).

How often does Fast People publish?

Fast People publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 32 minutes.

How hard is it to get booked on Fast People?

Booking probability for Fast People is 24%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Fast People requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Fast People's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch Fast People?

The strongest fits for Fast People are Sports. Fast People has a sports audience.

About the host

Sarah Lorge Butler hosts Fast People, a sports podcast.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #31

    Nikki Hiltz: Being Calm in the Chaos | Episode 31

    Mar 13, 202633 minS1

    <p>Hot off winning their seventh-consecutive U.S. 1500m title between indoors and outdoors, Nikki Hiltz talks to Sarah Lorge Butler before heading to Poland to compete at the World Athletics Indoor...

  • Episode #30

    Emma Grace Hurley on Being Misdirected at the USATF Half Marathon Championships | Episode 30

    Mar 5, 202633 minS1

    <p>Professional runner Emma Grace Hurley talks to Sarah Lorge Butler three days after she, Jess McClain, Ednah Kurgat, and Carrie Ellwood were led off course by at the USATF Half Marathon Championships in Atlanta...

  • Episode #29

    Gabi Rooker on Letting Go of Comparison in Her Boston Marathon Build | Episode 29

    Feb 26, 202635 minS1

    <p>Sarah Lorge Butler talks to Nike marathoner and physician assistant Gabi Rooker, a Minneapolis-based 2:24 marathoner who is preparing for the 2026 Boston Marathon. They discuss living and running in Minneapolis amid...

  • Episode #28

    Jonathan Gault on T&F Journalism | Episode 28

    Dec 30, 202534 minS1

    <p>Sarah Lorge Butler talks to LetsRun's Jonathan Gault about his background, track & field media, mixed zone etiquette, LetsRun's often toxic message boards, and his recent reporting on Citius Mag. </p><p>Jonathan...

  • Episode #27

    USATF's Amy Begley and Rob Mullett on Supporting Athletes Behind the Scenes | Episode 27

    Dec 26, 202530 minS1

    <p>This one's for the real running/T&F nerds!</p><p>Amy Begley, USA Track & Field's general manager of high performance, and Rob Mullett, USATF's director of long distance running programs, talk to Sarah Lorge Butler...

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  • Episode #26

    Katie Izzo: On to World XC After a Breakthrough | Episode 26

    Dec 23, 202531 minS1

    <p>Sarah Lorge Butler catches up with Katie Izzo after her runner-up finish at the USATF Cross Country Chamionships earlier this month. By finishing in the top six, Izzo earned a spot on the team that will represent the...

  • Episode #25

    Ben Rosario on the Return of the Marathon Project | Episode 25

    Dec 10, 202538 minS1

    <p>Host Sarah Lorge Butler talks to Ben Rosario, CEO of the Marathon Project, about the return of the race, which takes place December 20-21 in Chandler, Arizona. </p><p>Ben discusses what fans and runners should expect...

  • Episode #24

    Laurie Henes on Building NC State's Winning Culture | Episode 24

    Dec 4, 202532 minS1

    <p>Sarah Lorge Butler talks to longtime NC State coach Laurie Henes, coming off the team's fourth NCAA cross country title in five years. Laurie discusses teamwork, managing nerves, what she's looking for in recruiting...

  • Episode #23

    Mike Smith: From NAU to the Swoosh TC | Episode 23

    Nov 26, 202536 minS1

    <p>Sarah Lorge Butler talks to Mike Smith about his transition from coaching cross country and track & field at Northern Arizona University to coaching Nike's Swoosh TC Flagstaff hub. </p><p>Mike discusses his decision...

  • Episode #22

    Elise Cranny on Joining the M11 Track Club | Episode 22

    Nov 20, 202529 minS1

    <p>Two-time Olympian Elise Cranny discusses her decision to join the M11 Track Club, which is based in Manchester, England. The team is coached by Trevor Painter and Jenny Meadows and includes Olympic medalists Keely...

  • Episode #21

    Chris Lundstrom on Coaching Minnesota Distance Elite | Episode 21

    Nov 15, 202534 minS1

    <p>Sarah Lorge Butler talks to Minnesota Distance Elite coach Chris Lundstrom, whose athletes just had a great showing at the New York City Marathon. Annie Frisbie finished fifth in 2:24:12, Joel Reichow was sixth in...

  • Episode #20

    Aliphine Tuliamuk: Marathoning and Motherhood | Episode 20

    Oct 31, 202533 minS1

    <p>Host Sarah Lorge Butler catches up with Olympian and professional runner Aliphine Tuliamuk days before she's scheduled to give birth to her second child. Aliphine discusses her return from hamstring surgery, signing...

  • Episode #19

    Emily Sisson preps for her first NYC Marathon | Episode 19

    Oct 20, 202523 minS1

    <p>Emily Sisson holds the American marathon record of 2:18:29, but she has yet to take on the New York City Marathon. That will change on November 2, when she lines up with a stellar field on Staten Island. </p><p>Fast...

  • Episode #18

    Helen Schlachtenhaufen: From Walk-On to Pro Runner | Episode 18

    Sep 13, 202530 minS1

    <p>Helen Schlachtenhaufen talks to host Sarah Lorge Butler about walking on to the cross country team at Dartmouth, having a big breakthrough her senior year, and becoming a professional runner. </p><p>Helen is now...

  • Episode #17

    Josette Andrews' Path to the World Stage | Episode 17

    Sep 5, 202528 minS1

    <p>Professional distance runner Josette Andrews recently qualified to represent the U.S. in the 5,000m at the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. A few days before heading to the event, Josette caught up...

  • Episode #16

    Kate Grace's Wisdom for Pro Track & Field Athletes | Episode 16

    Aug 6, 202530 minS1

    <p>Sarah Lorge Butler talks to Olympian Kate Grace about her recent retirement after 12 years as a pro track & field athlete. Kate recently transitioned into a career in investment consulting, and she discussed some...

  • Episode #15

    Hawi Keflezighi: Agent to Some of Your Favorite Runners | Episode 15

    Jul 28, 202529 minS1

    <p>Sarah Lorge Butler talks to Hawi Keflezighi about celebrating 20 years as a track & field agent. He discusses how he got his start, whether he ever doubted the agency would make it, and some of the highs and lows...

  • Episode #14

    Courtney Frerichs’ Return to Racing and Plans Beyond Track | Episode 14

    Jun 11, 202538 minS1

    <p>Sarah Lorge Butler talks to Courtney Frerichs, 2021 Olympic silver medalist and the American record holder in the steeplechase. In April 2024, Courtney tore her ACL and both her medial and lateral menisci while going...

  • Episode #13

    Sharon Lokedi: Inside the Mind of a Marathon Champion | Episode 13

    Jun 4, 202530 minS1

    <p>Sarah Lorge Butler talks to Kenya's Sharon Lokedi, who recently won the Boston Marathon in a course record of 2:17:22. Sharon came to the U.S. for college, and became 10-time All-American and the 2018 NCAA 10,000m...

  • Episode #12

    Drew Hunter: From High School Phenom to Seasoned Pro Runner | Episode 12

    May 22, 202538 minS1

    <p>Drew Hunter was 18 when he signed his first pro running contract, and now, at 27, he's already a seasoned veteran. He talked to Sarah Lorge Butler about what his parents did right in supporting him as a young runner...

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