The Running Mullet

Episode 155 of The Running Mullet is… about Eric.

Just Eric.

No one asked for this.

We did it anyway.

This week, we deep dive into the mystery, the legend, the suspicious speed, and the absolutely unhinged running existence of Eric. Why is he so fast? How is he raising an entire squad of fast runner girls? What dark magic powers his splits? Is he actually an idiot? What’s it like being husband to Becky — patron saint of patience?

We explore:

• unsettling truths about Eric’s speed

• the...

🔥 NEW EPISODE ALERT — FAST FEARLESS FREDERICK🔥

She’s back… and faster than ever.

On Episode 154 of The Running Mullet, we welcome back Kaylee Frederick — fresh off her incredible 2nd place finish at the Jackpot Ultras 🥈

We talk:

🏃‍♀️ What it takes to compete at an elite level in ultrarunning

🎰 The strategy, grit, and mindset behind her Jackpot performance

💪 Lessons learned since her last appearance

🔥 What’s next on her racing radar

If you love big goals, tough miles, and the stories behind breakthrough performances — this one’s for you.

🎧 Tune in li...

🔥 LOVE IT or HATE IT — THIS, NOT THAT 🔥

This week on The Running Mullet, we’re choosing sides and stirring the pot.

From race day rituals to running gear, training trends, and the habits runners defend with their whole soul — we’re calling it out:

✅ Love it

🚫 Hate it

👉 This, not that.

And we want YOU in on it 👇

💬 Drop a running opinion you’ll defend forever.

🔥 Tell us your most controversial running take. Settle a debate: treadmill or road? early miles or night runs? gels or real food? <...

EXTREME COLD WARNINGS.

PENNSYLVANIA RACES SAID: “BET.”

This winter, while most people are negotiating with their thermostat, runners across PA are toeing start lines in single digits, frozen trails, and wind chills that actively insult your life choices.

This week on The Running Mullet, we’re talking about the races that still happened when the weather screamed absolutely not — why organizers didn’t pull the plug, why runners showed up anyway, and what winter grit actually looks like when the state is under an extreme cold warning.

Because around here, winter doesn’t ca...

Somewhere out there, someone once said: “Just wing it.”

And a runner believed them.

This week, The Running Mullet celebrates the worst running advice ever given—by coaches, friends, strangers, and ourselves.

You’re not alone. We’ve all been dumb.

Tune in Monday, February 2nd at 7:30pm (EST) for the best of the worst advice in this sport.

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In this episode of The Mullet Chronicles, we’re joined by Marissa Kovach, a Marine Corps veteran, to talk about her experience racing Devil Dog Ultras in 2025. Marissa walks us through what it was like taking on a race built to test grit, resilience, and mental toughness — from the miles that hurt to the moments that mattered. It’s a conversation about earned toughness, showing up when things get uncomfortable, and why Devil Dog Ultras hits different.

Tune in live every Monday at 7:30pm Eastern to hear more stories from The Running Mullet — everything from the business in the f...

This week on The Running Mullet, we’re celebrating a truly memorable day on the trails.

PHUNT delivered everything trail runners love: snow falling steadily, crisp winter air, and a fast, relatively flat course at Fair Hill in Elkton, Maryland that kept things moving even as conditions shifted from frozen and slick to slushy .

We’re joined by Carre Zatwarnytsky, the first female finisher of the PHUNT 50K, one of 75 runners who completed the distance on a challenging but incredibly well-supported course.

With 494 finishers in the 25K, the energy on the trails was high...

This week on The Running Mullet:

Episode 149 is one of those episodes.

No spreadsheet. No segments. No promises we won’t start a story and finish it 20 minutes later.

If you’ve been here awhile, you already know what’s coming—and why it somehow always works.

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New year. New goals. Same mullet energy.

On Episode 148 of The Running Mullet, we’re breaking down our 2026 goals—the big ones, the scary ones, and the ones that make perfect sense only to runners. We’re talking races, training shifts, life balance (what’s that?), and what we’re actually chasing this year—beyond medals and mileage.

No toxic resolutions.

No “new year, new you” nonsense.

Just honest goal-setting, real motivation, and a little accountability as we charge into 2026.

If you’re setting goals, questioning your sanity, or just trying to sho...

This week on The Running Mullet, we’re wrapping up 2025 the only way we know how—looking back at the best runs, the hardest lessons, the biggest wins, and the moments that made us question our life choices.

From standout races and training breakthroughs to end-of-year reflections, laughs, and a little chaos, Episode 147 is part highlight reel, part group therapy.

Business in the front. Party in the back. Finishing out 2025 with your “Best Of” picks! Join us on Monday, December 29th at 7:30 (EST)!

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The Running Mullet — Episode 146: He’s Making a List, Checking Your Strava Twice

It’s officially that episode.

Santa’s stopping by.

Secret Santa gifts are getting opened (no guarantees they make sense).

And we’re leaning fully into the Christmas chaos.

This week is less splits and strategy, more laughs, surprises, and holiday nonsense —with just enough running talk to keep it on brand. Consider this your permission slip to take a breather, crack a smile, and enjoy the season.

Ugly sweaters encouraged. Training plans optional.

(Bonus...

The Running Mullet — Episode 145: Semper Forward

This week, Eric and Grayce connect with Marissa Kovach—Marine, ultra-runner, race director, and a fierce woman who is undaunted in the face of trail trials.

Fresh off a win at the Devil Dog 100, Marissa breaks down what it takes to race—and win—when things get uncomfortable. We talk grit, discipline, and how her Marine mindset shows up when the miles stack and the trail stops being friendly.

Marissa is also a woman for the women—leading by example, raising the bar, and creating space for others to...

🎙️ This week on The Running Mullet…

We’re bringing in a certified legend: Lisa Gesualdo—better known as Lisa Runsalot—who just casually took first place at Oakwood 24, a 6-hour race in NC. And, in true Lisa fashion, that performance also happened to be her 200th marathon-distance (or longer) event. At 56, she’s out-running excuses, expectations, and probably most of your Strava feed.

Lisa is a force in every running medium—not just on the trails. She races everything: 5Ks, ultras, road, trail, marathons, timed events. If it has a bib, she’s done it…and likely crushed it...

🎙️This Week on The Running Mullet

It’s that time of year again—hunting season! That glorious annual event when runners realize the woods are full of people who also woke up early, but with very different intentions. 🦌

Grayce and Eric are breaking down how to stay safe, stay visible, and avoid accidentally starring in someone’s “I swear it moved like a deer” story.

Because apparently, wearing a headlamp and breathing heavily through the trees can be… misleading.

We’ll cover:

- The fine line between “bright enough to be seen” and “I am no...

This Week on The Running Mullet!

Episode #142: Presents & Presence: Our Gift Picks + This Year’s Thanks

The mullet is feeling FESTIVE.

This week, Eric and Grayce are breaking out two fan-favorite segments:

1. The Running Mullet Holiday Gift Guide

We’re talking the very best gear, stocking stuffers, splurges, and totally-unnecessary-but-absolutely-amazing running gifts for the season.

If you need ideas for your runner… or need to subtly hint what YOU want? We’ve got you.

2. All the Thanks for the Thanksgiving

We’re sharing what we’re...

Q&A time with your favorite duo!

No guest, no script, just two mullets and a mic.

This week, it’s just Grayce and Eric on The Running Mullet — catching up, swapping stories, and tackling your burning questions.

Got something you’ve always wanted to ask them? Running, racing, training, snacks, life advice — nothing’s off the table (well… almost nothing).

Tune in Mondays at 7:30pm EST.

🎙️ This Week on The Running Mullet

Eric and Grayce are catching up with Daryl Lehman — a familiar face (and fast set of legs) on the Pennsylvania running scene — who took on a wild challenge: running The General, a local 10-mile trail segment in Wrightsville, not once, not twice, but ten times in one weekend.

We’ll dive into what inspired the idea, how it played out mile by mile, and what it takes mentally to keep heading back out for another loop. Expect stories of grit, humor, and the kind of stubborn joy that defines the ultraru...

🏁 STATE STRONG! 💪🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

This week on The Running Mullet, we’re catching up with Max, Henry, and Lauren — two powerhouse seniors and one standout junior who are sprinting to the PIAA State Championships in Hershey! 🍫🔥

They’ve led their teams, chased big goals, and capped off an unforgettable season on the sweetest course in Pennsylvania. 🏅

Tune in Monday, 11/3, at 7:30pm (EST) for post-race reflections, lessons learned, and what’s next for these standout runners. 🎧

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🎙️ This week on The Running Mullet!

Eric and Grayce are back — and they’re bringing on one of the brightest young stars in ultrarunning: Kaylee Frederick!🇺🇸🏃‍♀️

Kaylee just came in second among American women and 12th overall female at the 24-Hour World Championships in Albi, France — setting a new personal distance record and making history as the youngest runner to ever complete the event. 🌎🔥

Although she ran as an alternate for Team USA, Kaylee proudly represented her country on the world stage and showed exactly what grit, focus, and heart look like over 24 hours.

We’ll talk about wh...

Eric’s out this week (he’ll be traveling home from France!), but don’t worry — Grayce is bringing in guest co-host Michael Horner from the Living an Ultra Life podcast to fill the gap.

👟 Michael just wrapped up the Hainesport 48 Hour and earlier this year crushed 6 Days in the Dome, so we’re diving into all things multi-day madness, podcasting, and what it takes to keep going when the miles just. don’t. stop.

Let’s see how well he replaces Eric 😜 Tune in for stories, laughs, and a whole lot of ultra inspiration!

🎙️ New to strea...

Eric’s out this week, so it’s just Grayce holding down The Running Mullet fort! Who knows where this one will go — maybe some race recaps, random trail thoughts, or whatever’s been rattling around in that mulleted head lately. Tune in for some solo banter, a few laughs, and a little chaos — because you never know what’ll happen when Hot Pants is left unsupervised!

Tune in live every Monday at 7:30pm Eastern to hear more stories from The Running Mullet. Everything from the business in the front of the pack to the party in the back wit...

This week, Grayce and Eric recap his wild weekend of running in circles — literally. Eric took on the NEO24-hour race and logged an incredible 133 miles, smashing his A goal and proving that endurance and stubbornness are a powerful combo. Grab your hot tea, stretch those hamstrings, and join us for a lap (or 532 of them) around the track with The Running Mullet! 🎧💪 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/60990603...

Buckle up, mullet fam — this one is BIG. We’ve got Lee and Karmell on the show! They just wrapped up The Divide 200, they lead the Women’s 100 Miler Project, and they’ve completed a bajillion hundred-milers. Full disclosure: Grayce is 100% going to be a nervous fangirl this entire episode because she has thought Lee was the coolest human alive for, like, forever. (Eric is mostly here to keep her from hyperventilating.) We talk hundos, teamwork, what it’s like to share a passion for running with your partner, and how they’re helping more women crush their first 100. Expect inspi...

Fall race season is here, and we’re breaking down what’s truly worth the hype (and what’s not). In this episode, Eric and Grayce go full hot-take mode, debating everything from popular races to race-day gear, training plans, aid station food, and even pumpkin spice running culture. What’s overrated? What’s secretly underrated? And what’s just plain weird that we love anyway? Tune in for some spicy opinions, fall race vibes, and plenty of laughs as we get ready for the best running season of the year. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamY...

In this episode of The Running Mullet, we’re recapping a wild weekend on the trails! Eric takes us through his big win at the Pine Creek 50 Miler, and Hot Pants shares the colorful, groovy adventure of Run Woodstock. From racing hard to running free, it’s a mix of competition, community, and stories you don’t want to miss.

No script, just us. It’s Labor Day and we’re putting in the work the only way we know how—by talking miles, mayhem, and whatever else pops into our brains. Think of it as your long-run companion for the holiday: unfiltered stories, questionable tangents, and plenty of laughs to keep you moving.

Pack your snacks and lace up those trail shoes because this week we’re talking with Roxanne Strine, who just crushed the entire Appalachian Trail. Yep—all 2,198 miles of it! From Georgia dirt to Maine rocks, Roxanne hiked, camped, sweated, and celebrated her way through every twist, turn, and rainstorm the AT could throw at her. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to go the distance (and then some), or if you just want to hear about the wild adventures of someone who lived the dream, this episode is pure trail gold. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up...

Forget bedtime — we stayed up way past our bedtimes at the 4th annual Slopeside Slumber Party! Hot Pants brings you the full recap of glow-stick trails, mountainside mischief, and a dance floor powered by cheeseburgers, walking tacos, and canned cocktails. 🍔🌮🍹 It wasn’t just a race, it was a sleepover with running shoes — complete with sweaty high-fives, questionable decisions, and the kind of fun you can only have when you mix trail runners with Roundtop Mountain after dark.

Eric “Idiot Runner” Kosek and Grayce “Hot Pants” Langheine are going live to spill the dirt, sweat, and maybe a few tears from 103 gnarly Pennsylvania miles in the Eastern States 100. From monster climbs to questionable life choices, it’s all on the table. Bring your snacks, your questions, and your best trail stories — this one’s gonna be fun.

In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the wild, rugged, and slightly terrifying world of the Eastern States 100! Hot Pants and Idiotrunner break down what to expect from one of the gnarliest 100-milers on the East Coast—20,000+ feet of elevation gain, rocky climbs that’ll make you question your life choices, and aid stations that’ll lift your spirits (and refill your pickle juice).

But first we chat with an amazing young lady, Abby Zavatchan who at 14 years old just completed Burning River 50 mile ultra marathon. Not only that, she managed to pull off a podium spot in...

In this episode of The Running Mullet, we sit down with the unstoppable Samantha Carney to hear all about her epic finish at the Ouray 100, one of the toughest mountain ultras out there. With over 40,000 feet of elevation gain and brutal terrain, this race isn’t for the faint of heart—and Samantha not only took it on, she finished it. 🔗 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share with your crew! 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/60990603..

In this episode, we’re diving into all the spooky, sparkly, and slightly sweaty details of Hot Pants’ all-women’s trail running camp! From trail adventures to Summerween costumes, ridiculous games, campfire confessions, and surprise PR's, we’re sharing what made this weekend one to remember. Tune in for behind-the-scenes stories, camper highlights, and why this camp is so much more than just running in the woods.

This year, the Idiot Run introduced teams! In this episode, we unpack what happens when groups of runners try to strategize, encourage each other, and maybe keep track of laps (or not). In this episode, we’re reliving the beautiful mess that was Team Idiot 2025. Want to be an Idiot too? Start with some sweet swag! https://www.idiotrunner.com/

In this episode, we’re joined by our longtime friend (and all-around awesome human) Chris Young, who just finished his very own homemade Ironman! Chris has been part of our crew and a friend of the show since the beginning, and we couldn’t be more pumped to celebrate this huge accomplishment with him. We dive into what it took to plan and pull off his solo Ironman, the mental grit involved, and what kept him going through all those miles. Plus, plenty of laughs, stories, and heart — just how we like it. You don’t want to miss this one...

Episode #121 of The Running Mullet features Brendan Morgan, who recently took on the unique challenge of running 100 miles on a track. Brendan shares what drew him to this mental and physical test, how he handled the repetition, the highs, the lows, and why this effort was deeply tied to his mission of raising mental health awareness. We talk about the connection between endurance running and mental health, and how running can be both a personal challenge and a platform for something bigger. Come for the laps, stay for the meaning behind the miles. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level...

Episode #120 of The Running Mullet welcomes back friend of the show Bob Stewart — and this time, he’s fresh off an incredible adventure: an unsupported FKT (Fastest Known Time) of the entire Superior Hiking Trail. Bob shares the highs, lows, gear choices, mental battles, and trail magic moments from his solo journey across 300+ rugged miles of Minnesota wilderness. We dig into what it takes to plan and execute an effort like this completely self-supported — no crew, no resupplies, no handouts — just Bob, his pack, and the trail. A must-listen for anyone dreaming of FKTs, big solo efforts, or simply geeking...

Today's episode of The Running Mullet gets gnarly. We’re joined by Brandon Fogarty, fresh off his win at the rocky and glorious Laurel Highlands 50K. He talks hills, strategy, and why this race is such a beast. Meanwhile, Eric figures out why rolling around in the woods can be dangerous. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/60990603..

Tonight we celebrate the true wild creatures of the running world: the Run Dads. Not the grill-wielding sitcom dads. No. These are the men who wake up at 3:47 AM, disappear into the woods for hours, and return in time for the Tony-worthy Middle School play. He's in short shorts and supportive of his family; he's the feral Run Dad.

We’re diving into the dirty details of Worlds End Ultra, where the trails were less "technical" and more "treacherous mudslide." It was wet, wild, and wonderfully miserable—the kind of day trail runners dream about and their laundry fears. Tune in as we recap the chaos, the carnage, and the incredible grit it took to survive those slippy, sludgy, soul-sucking miles. Grab your shoes (and maybe a snorkel), because it’s going to get messy. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/60990603...

We're gearing up for one of Pennsylvania’s crown jewel sufferfests—World’s End Ultra! Whether you're toeing the line for the gnarly 50k or the beastly 100k, this race is no joke. It’s rocky, it’s rooty, it’s got climbs that make you question your life choices... and it’s part of the PA Triple Crown, so bragging rights are on the line. We chat strategy, aid station dreams, shoe debates, and try (and fail) to solve the eternal mystery of Pie Knob. Is it a place? Is it dessert? Is it both? No one knows. If you’re runn...