Obstacle Running Adventures

MStefano Running is a group of friends that went outside their comfort zone in 2012 and started training to run in fun runs as well as mud runs and other events. We urge others to get off the couch and go for a run or even a walk. Exercise is great for the mind and body. We hope you enjoy listening to our adventures and consider trying one for yourself.

Obstacle Running Adventures is a sports podcast hosted by MStefano Running, with 507 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

MStefano Running hosts Obstacle Running Adventures, a sports show with 507 episodes published.

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  508. Naticook Challenge 2026 with James Golisano!

  Sep 28, 202644 min

  Mike has known James Golisano since 2017 when him and Alex met him on the way to WTM in Vegas! He's had his own race called Naticook Challenge and we have been wanting to check it out, it took more than the Nor'easter to keep us from going this year! You'll hear a few seconds of start line audio followed by some interviews. The in person coverage was limited due to the storm and us being late, again because of the storm but we finish up with a recap of the event and why you should putit on your schedule for next year! Start – 4:00 – Intro 4:00 – 15:52 – Quick News 15:52 – 17:23 – Content Preface 17:23 – 27:59 - Naticook Challenge Interviews ( Shannon Woodill , James Golisano , and Eric Matta ) 27:59 – 40:04 – Mike and Katelyn Recap 40:04 – End – Outro Next weekend may be an episode with a d og trainer, a 10 year anniversary celebration of a huge niche documentary, or something else ! Also, a reminder that we will hopefully be at Obstacle Wonderland's Halloweird on October 11th ! ____ Badass of the Week: News Stories: Luca Pescollderungg Physical Italia Netflix Arielle Fitzgerald Baby Emma Cook Clarke's Missing Friend Killington Ultra Finisher Stats Spartan Killington Death Zion First National Park with Wheelchairs Send Off Run App Spartan Paris Jablines Super Podium Spartan Misano Adriatico Beast Podium Spartan Misano Adriatico Super Podium Grape Stomp Secret Link Giant Bronco Secret Link Dog Summon Secret Link Halloween Scare Secret Link Inflatable Costume Secret Link ____ Related Episodes: 340. Save Monadnock Ninja with James Golisano! 382. New England OCR Expo! (Part 2: Athletes, Speeches, and Staff) 433. New England OCR Expo 2025! (Part 2: Athletes, Speeches, and Awards) 482. New England OCR Expo 2026! (Part 1: Vendors) ____ The OCR Report Patreon Supporters: Jason Dupree , Kim DeVoss , Samantha Thompson , Matt Puntin , Brad Kiehl , Charlotte Engelman , Erin Grindstaff , Hank Stefano , Arlene Stefano, Laura Ritter , Steven Ritter, Sofia Harnedy , Kenny West , Cheryl Miller , Jessica Johnson , Scott "The Fayne" Knowles , Nick Ryker , Christopher Hoover , Kevin Gregory Jr. , Evan Eirich , Ashley Reis , Brent George , Justin Manning , Wendell Lagosh , Logan Nagle , Angela Bowers , Asa Coddington , Thomas Petersen , Seth Rinderknecht , Bonnie Wilson , Steve Bacon from The New England OCR Expo , Robert Landman , Shell Luccketta Jules Estes , and Alan "Muddy Duck" Moore . Sponsored Athletes: Kelly Sullivan , Joshua Reid , Kevin Gregory , and Joe Rucco ! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content and access to our Facebook group Check out our Threadless Shop Use coupon code "adventure" for 15% off MudGear products Use coupon code "ocrreport20" for 20% off Caterpy products Like us on Facebook: Obstacle Running Adventures Follow our podcast on Instagram: @ObstacleRunningAdventures Write us an email: obstaclerunningadventures@gmail.com Subscribe on Youtube: Obstacle Running Adventures Intro music - "Streaker" by: Straight Up Outro music - "Iron Paw" by: Dubbest

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  507. BoldrDash Doggie Dash Returns with Lynn Hall, Katie Callahan, and Hannah Kaiser from NEADS!

  Sep 20, 202655 min

  BoldrDash was one of the great local races in the northeast which unfortunately came to an end a year or two ago. Luckily she kept the door open for future events for other companies, charities, etc. This is what brought Doggie Dash back, and hopefully it will be the first one that we are able to make it to! We talked to Lynn Hall from BoldrDash , Katie Callahan from Find Tour Bold , and Hannah Kaiser from NEADS Service Dogs about their upcoming event! You'll hear what the money is going to, rules for the event, recommendations for those looking to put on a similar event for a good cause, and much more! Hope to see you there after you register here ! Start – 5:06 – Intro 5:06 – 15:19 – Quick News 15:19 – 15:54 – Content Preface 15:54 – 49:10 - Doggie Dash Interview 49:10 – End – Outro Next weekend may be an episode with a d og trainer, a 10 year anniversary celebration of a huge niche documentary, or coverage of the Naticook Challenge that we will be at ! ____ Badass of the Week: Hannah and Yoel News Stories: Hyrox Gives Refunds to a Shitton of Athletes VJ Shoes USA is Back Lambeau Put Down Zell Am See-Kaprun Ultra , Beast , Super Podiums Spartan North American Championship Podiums: Women and Men Spartan Killington Results Arrest Inception Secret Link Fetch Money Secret Link Trash Prank Secret Link Pottery Fails Secret Link Music War Secret Link ____ Related Episodes: 71. Color Me Bold with Lynn Hall, Find Your Bold, Best Buddies, and P90X Instructor Certification! 117. BoldrDash WinterDash with Lynn Hall and Crazy AF News! 140. Thrive Outside in the Mud with Brooke Merriam and Lynn Hall! 187. BoldrDash Bootcamp and Challenges with Lynn Hall! 221. BoldrDash Winter Dash with Race Director Lynn Hall! 401. The Final BoldrDash with Racers, and Lynn Hall! ____ The OCR Report Patreon Supporters: Jason Dupree , Kim DeVoss , Samantha Thompson , Matt Puntin , Brad Kiehl , Charlotte Engelman , Erin Grindstaff , Hank Stefano , Arlene Stefano, Laura Ritter , Steven Ritter, Sofia Harnedy , Kenny West , Cheryl Miller , Jessica Johnson , Scott "The Fayne" Knowles , Nick Ryker , Christopher Hoover , Kevin Gregory Jr. , Evan Eirich , Ashley Reis , Brent George , Justin Manning , Wendell Lagosh , Logan Nagle , Angela Bowers , Asa Coddington , Thomas Petersen , Seth Rinderknecht , Bonnie Wilson , Steve Bacon from The New England OCR Expo , Robert Landman , Shell Luccketta Jules Estes , and Alan "Muddy Duck" Moore . Sponsored Athletes: Kelly Sullivan , Joshua Reid , Kevin Gregory , and Joe Rucco ! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content and access to our Facebook group Check out our Threadless Shop Use coupon code "adventure" for 15% off MudGear products Use coupon code "ocrreport20" for 20% off Caterpy products Like us on Facebook: Obstacle Running Adventures Follow our podcast on Instagram: @ObstacleRunningAdventures Write us an email: obstaclerunningadventures@gmail.com Subscribe on Youtube: Obstacle Running Adventures Intro music - "Streaker" by: Straight Up Outro music - "Iron Paw" by: Dubbest

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  506. Ultras, DNFs, and Barkley Fall Classic with John Calabrese!

  Sep 14, 20261h 16m

  Back in December of last year, a guy reached out about wanting to come on the show to talk about the Barkley Fall Classic in 2026. Once I had the date, I added it to my potential future episodes spreadsheet, and when the time came around, I reached back out to him! John Calbarese comes on the show to talk about many of the events that he has done, how he feels about DNFs, what he loves about the adventure, the magic of food related ultra races, the Barkley fall classic, and more ! Start – 6:20 – Intro 6:20 – 12:04 – Quick News 12:04 – 12:49 – Content Preface 12:49 – 1:11:18 - John Calbarese Interview 1:11:18 – End – Outro Next weekend may be an episode with a d og trainer, DoggyDash planners, local Ultramarathon finisher, a 10 year anniversary celebration of a huge niche documentary, coverage of the event we are doing in Boston or something else ! ____ Meme of the Week Badass of the Week News Stories: Liz Schlägel Dog Died Matt Novakovich Returns to Killington Brooklyn Nichols and Epstein-Barr Virus Hyrox Poop Issue Hyrox Addresses Poop Issue Paramus Racefaster Half Marathon Flooding Pentagon Survivor Runs 2977 Miles to Honor Lives Lost in 9/11 Sydney Sweeney Ad Cali Schwiekhart Reply Corinne Nicewick Reply Cait Keen Harris Reply Spartan Angel Stadium Podiums Nautical Romance Secret Link Jump Scare Secret Link Link Words Secret Link Pitbull Singing Secret Link Paintball Spin Secret Link ____ Related Episodes: 211. New Jersey Point2Point FKT with Cole Crosby! 236. Ode to Laz Backyard Ultra: The Battle of Davis and Chace! 277. Michael Wardian is Running Across America! 414. Running Across Massachusetts, Designing Shoes, and Personal Growth with David Filar! 434. Mike's First DNF and reRUN of 17. Tri-State Spartan Ultra Beast and Tri-State Spartan Beast! ____ The OCR Report Patreon Supporters: Jason Dupree , Kim DeVoss , Samantha Thompson , Matt Puntin , Brad Kiehl , Charlotte Engelman , Erin Grindstaff , Hank Stefano , Arlene Stefano, Laura Ritter , Steven Ritter, Sofia Harnedy , Kenny West , Cheryl Miller , Jessica Johnson , Scott "The Fayne" Knowles , Nick Ryker , Christopher Hoover , Kevin Gregory Jr. , Evan Eirich , Ashley Reis , Brent George , Justin Manning , Wendell Lagosh , Logan Nagle , Angela Bowers , Asa Coddington , Thomas Petersen , Seth Rinderknecht , Bonnie Wilson , Steve Bacon from The New England OCR Expo , Robert Landman , Shell Luccketta Jules Estes , and Alan "Muddy Duck" Moore . Sponsored Athletes: Kelly Sullivan , Joshua Reid , Kevin Gregory , and Joe Rucco ! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content and access to our Facebook group Check out our Threadless Shop Use coupon code "adventure" for 15% off MudGear products Use coupon code "ocrreport20" for 20% off Caterpy products Like us on Facebook: Obstacle Running Adventures Follow our podcast on Instagram: @ObstacleRunningAdventures Write us an email: obstaclerunningadventures@gmail.com Subscribe on Youtube: Obstacle Running Adventures Intro music - "Streaker" by: Straight Up Outro music - "Iron Paw" by: Dubbest

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  505. Logan Broadbent on Cleveland, Boomerang World Cup, Winning Spartan Northeast USNS, and More!

  Sep 8, 20261h 9m

  Over the many years of doing elite interviews there have been some athletes that have risen to the top of Mike's favorites, Logan Broadbent being among them. Katelyn recently saw a post about him winning an ultra and setting a PR on the course and figured that we should have him back on the show. Once Mike realized how long it had been since his last appearance on the show ( Palmerton 3K Live Coverage ) he reached out to change that! Logan has competed and done well in a variety of sports including OCR, ninja, boomerang, and road running yet stays incredibly humble. We catch up about him winning the Boomerang World Cup , the Spartan Northeast US National Series, and a road ultra! We also discuss why he loves his home city of Cleveland, and much more! Start – 5:55 – Intro 5:55 – 10:06 – Quick News 10:06 – 11:06 – Content Preface 11:06 – 1:04:22 - Logan Broadbent Interview 1:04:22 – End – Outro Next weekend may be an episode with a d og trainer, DoggyDash planners, local Ultramarathon finisher, a 10 year anniversary celebration of a huge niche documentary, or something else ! ____ Meme of the Week Badass of the Week News Stories: Hyrox is Buying Back Shares Underdog Recovery & Wellness HalloWeird is Back October 11th Abominable Trail Race 11/14 Pumpkin Man Running Festival Podium: Deadly Dozen World Champions Seesaw Fall Secret Link Rabbit Turtle Secret Link Misheard Farenheit Secret Link Same Energy Secret Link Prework Boing Secret Link Nearly Die Secret Link ____ Related Episodes: 136. North American OCR Championships 3k and 15k with Elites! 137. North American OCR Championships Team Relay and Charity 7k! Also Terrain Race with Dustin Dorough! 179. Quarantine Qorner with Erin Rost, Matt Kempson, and Logan Broadbent! 248. OCR World Championships 15K with Elites! 249. OCR World Championships Team Races and 100 Meter Finals with Elites! 300. OCR World Championships 15K with Elites and Vendors! (with Live Intro/Outro and Shoutout Compilation!) 342. Spartan Poconos 3K Audio and Interviews with Elites! 487. Spartan USNS Northeast Series, Meniscus Tear, and More with Jordan McDougal! ____ The OCR Report Patreon Supporters: Jason Dupree , Kim DeVoss , Samantha Thompson , Matt Puntin , Brad Kiehl , Charlotte Engelman , Erin Grindstaff , Hank Stefano , Arlene Stefano, Laura Ritter , Steven Ritter, Sofia Harnedy , Kenny West , Cheryl Miller , Jessica Johnson , Scott "The Fayne" Knowles , Nick Ryker , Christopher Hoover , Kevin Gregory Jr. , Evan Eirich , Ashley Reis , Brent George , Justin Manning , Wendell Lagosh , Logan Nagle , Angela Bowers , Asa Coddington , Thomas Petersen , Seth Rinderknecht , Bonnie Wilson , Steve Bacon from The New England OCR Expo , Robert Landman , Shell Luccketta Jules Estes , and Alan "Muddy Duck" Moore . Sponsored Athletes: Kelly Sullivan , Joshua Reid , Kevin Gregory , and Joe Rucco ! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content and access to our Facebook group Check out our Threadless Shop Use coupon code "adventure" for 15% off MudGear products Use coupon code "ocrreport20" for 20% off Caterpy products Like us on Facebook: Obstacle Running Adventures Follow our podcast on Instagram: @ObstacleRunningAdventures Write us an email: obstaclerunningadventures@gmail.com Subscribe on Youtube: Obstacle Running Adventures Intro music - "Streaker" by: Straight Up Outro music - "Iron Paw" by: Dubbest

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  504. reRun of 37. Killington Spartan Beast, DNF, and Reach the Beach Ragnar Relay!

  Aug 31, 20261 hour

  We have a few ideas for interviews but we had a pretty busy weekend and didn't get around to doing any of them yet so here is a reRun of episode 37, Killington Spartan Beast, DNF, and Reach the Beach Ragnar Relay! This was originally released on September 17th 2017! Start – 4:46 – Intro 4:46 – 14:36 – Quick News 14:36 – 15:26 – Content Preface 15:26 – 55:35 - Rerelease of 37. Killington Spartan Beast, DNF, and Reach the Beach Ragnar Relay! 55:35 – End – Outro Next weekend we will hopefully be something else that interests Katelyn or myself! ____ News Stories: Spartan/TM South West Ban on Flames GoRuck Monster Died Hyrox Founders Regaining Control Trolls Break into Copenhagen Museum Low Vision BMX Racing Savanna Salinas ANW Call Blind Athlete DEKA FIT Sabrina Daolio Health History New DEKA Volunteer Shifts Ultramarathon Athlete Coma Lisa Burns Baby Sydney Marathon Medal Mistake Kris Rugloski and Austin Azar Married Tough Mudder Chicago Issues Ryan Kent Father in Law Nigerian Challenge Secret Link Reverse Clean Secret Link Old Internet Secret Link Fight Kids Secret Link Seesaw Fall Secret Link ____ Related Episodes: 37. Killington Spartan Beast, DNF, and Reach the Beach Ragnar Relay! 89. Killington Spartan Beast, Ultra, and Sprint with Elites! 141. Killington Spartan Ultra with Scott "The Fayne" Knowles! 402. Josh Fiore on Winning Spartan Killington Ultra, and Unfinished Business at World's Toughest Mudder! ____ The OCR Report Patreon Supporters: Jason Dupree , Kim DeVoss , Samantha Thompson , Matt Puntin , Brad Kiehl , Charlotte Engelman , Erin Grindstaff , Hank Stefano , Arlene Stefano, Laura Ritter , Steven Ritter, Sofia Harnedy , Kenny West , Cheryl Miller , Jessica Johnson , Scott "The Fayne" Knowles , Nick Ryker , Christopher Hoover , Kevin Gregory Jr. , Evan Eirich , Ashley Reis , Brent George , Justin Manning , Wendell Lagosh , Logan Nagle , Angela Bowers , Asa Coddington , Thomas Petersen , Seth Rinderknecht , Bonnie Wilson , Steve Bacon from The New England OCR Expo , Robert Landman , Shell Luccketta Jules Estes , and Alan "Muddy Duck" Moore . Sponsored Athletes: Javier Escobar , Kelly Sullivan , Ryan Brizzolara , Joshua Reid , and Kevin Gregory ! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content and access to our Facebook group Check out our Threadless Shop Use coupon code "adventure" for 15% off MudGear products Use coupon code "ocrreport20" for 20% off Caterpy products Like us on Facebook: Obstacle Running Adventures Follow our podcast on Instagram: @ObstacleRunningAdventures Write us an email: obstaclerunningadventures@gmail.com Subscribe on Youtube: Obstacle Running Adventures Intro music - "Streaker" by: Straight Up Outro music - "Iron Paw" by: Dubbest

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