Dad-A-Thoners: Joey and Daryl vs. the Philadelphia Marathon
On Season 1 of the Dad-A-thoners join Dad-A-Thoners Joey Marshall and Daryl Shreve as they amateurly tackle training for and racing the 2026 Philadelphia Marathon. Tune in for enthralling details of their training quests to achieve pedestrian finish times. Lace up or velcro or whatever (we don't judge) for the Philadelphia Marathon because we are breaking it down from race registration to race day!
Episode 35 - Coach Todd on Tackling Philly
The oft-mentioned Coach Todd, Daryl's Run Coach joins the pod to talk Philly, shoes, race predictors, and Motley Crue.
Just two weeks until Philly people!!
Episode 34 - Training Successes & Challenges
With less than three weeks until race day Joey and Daryl reflect on The Process, NOT buying shoes, and feeling good during some of the toughest workouts of the Philly Marathon season!
Shout out random Ohio-ans on the Rail Trail - and shout out to you for checking out Episode 34 of the Dad-A-Thoners!
Episode 33- Training Cycle Comparisons
Holy moly, we are now just 4 weeks away from race day! What better time to have the Dads compare their current Philly training cycle to past marathon training cycles, right?
It also wouldn't be a Dad-A-Thoners podcast without another pop-up quiz from Daryl. Will Joey succeed, or, fail miserably? You got to listen to find out!
The episode closes out with a statement from Joey, and both Dads add another smash hit to the ultimate running playlist that EVERYONE should listen to on Spotify.
Episode 32 - The Race Day To Do List
November 22nd is creeping closer, so the Dad-A-Thoners get their race day to-do lists lined up.
Daryl has a major shorts dilemma and Joey goes up against a bull of a tempo run.
No DNF-ing here, with race day in site the Dad-A-Thoners are going strong through the finish.
Episode 31- Back on Track and ONLY 6 weeks to go until RACE DAY!
The Dad's aren't skipping a beat with this recent episode. And guess what... the podcast now has its 1st VIDEO episode people!!!
Joey and Daryl cover some of the most useful race course resources for the Philly Marathon course. Sharing what listeners may need to know if your coming to run the race, OR, if your spectating and hanging out to watch.
We get back into the Philly Mailbag, Readiness Meter, and the Dad's share their recent training ups and downs. And rest assured, you will be surprised to hear how things are going.
<...Quad Pod - The Philadelphia Marathon Itinerary
QUAD POD!! Emily and Ashley join Joey and Daryl to discuss pit stops, hotel vs. Air BnB, and reading at the Reading Terminal Market.
Episode 29- Zach Rahe Jumps in this JAWN!
The Dad-A-Thoners bring on another guest to the pod, and its Joey's brother from another mother... Zach Rahe. Not only is Zach a Dad, he's also a firefighter / paramedic/EMT, and this guy is a Runner!
The Dads talk with Zach after he recently completed the Air Force Marathon in Dayton, OH. We recap it all, from Zach's training, his readiness the day before, how his marathon race went, and what his experience was like all the way up to crossing the finish line and beyond.
And no episode is complete without some new tune...
Philadelphia Marathon Race Director, Kathleen Titus Joins the Dad-A-Thoners
Kathleen Titus joins the Dad-A-Thoners and shares all the details about the Philadelphia Marathon weekend!
Kathleen came in throwing 110 for this pod and she provides some scoops on what may be in the participant goodie bags and some very cool pre-race events.
Listen to the pod for all the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend details, walk away knowing about the care and intentionality that goes into every decision of the race...and then stay to the end as Kathleen adds her own subsection of quintessential tracks to the Dad-A-Thoner playlist!
Philadelphia Marathon Race Director, Kathleen Titus Joins the Dad-A-Thoners
Kathleen Titus joins the Dad-A-Thoners and shares all the details about the Philadelphia Marathon weekend!
Kathleen came in throwing 110 for this pod and she provides some scoops on what may be in the participant goodie bags and some very cool pre-race events.
Listen to the pod for all the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend details, walk away knowing about the care and intentionality that goes into every decision of the race...and then stay to the end as Kathleen adds her own subsection of quintessential tracks to the Dad-A-Thoner playlist!
Episode 27- Partner Runs? OR, Go Solo?
The Dad-A-Thoners recap their Sunday run together, and each decide if they like running with others, or, if they prefer to give it a go Han Solo.
Joey flips the script and gives Daryl a celebrity marathon quiz, Daryl almost loses his water bottle, the Dads talk Garmin stats, and the listeners want to know about sleep scores and recovery options.
Last but not least, two new tracks added to the Dad-A-Thoners running playlist, and the Dads are now just 10 weeks away from race day!
Episode 26 - The Long Run
Did Daryl craft a Philly quiz Joey can pass?
Did Joey grab the treadmill rails during his intervals?
Do the Dads do any prep at all before their long runs?
What do they think about as they are knocking down double digit miles?
The answers to all this and more inside Episode 26 of the Dad-A-Thoners!
Episode 25- Our "Why" For Running Marathons
Kerrrr POW! The Dad-A-Thoners are back and let you know the top 5 reasons they run these things called Marathons.
Joey explains what "trotting toots" are, Daryl sheds light on his recent family trip to Vegas and runs the strip, we talk about tough intervals, and the Dads give their current confidence level check with only 12 weeks to go until race day.
Episode 24 - Joey on the Cape & Daryl's Inspiration
After a dynamite guest co-host from Ashley Shreve last week Joey Patrickonious Marshall is back in the saddle regaling us with his cheeky adventures on Cape Cod.
And Daryl shouts out his Papa Bob as the guys talk about those that inspire us to be our best!
Episode 23 - Guest Host & Favorite Vacation Runs
Joey is on vacation - so Daryl adds a guest host to talk about our favorite vacation/out of town runs we have done in the last couple years.
A few less SCHUYLKILLS! than in a normal episode but we still managed another great Dad-A-Thoners episode.
Episode 22 - Craig Polakoff of the Manayunk Run Club
Craig Polakoff pops in to chat with the Dad-A-Thoners about being a marathon guide with Achilles International, the hills of Manayunk, and Philly tacos.
This episode is jam packed with great Philly info and will get you ready for November!
Episode 21- Marcus Coleman is here, and we're talking Philly, Ultras, & More!
The Dad-A-Thoners keep the Philly guest inerview streak going! This episode we welcome Philly resident and founder of the On The Bridge Run Club, Marcus Coleman. From being a former D-1 College Football player, his current training/prepping for races, and getting the scoop on all great things to check out in Philly, Marcus let's the Dad-A-Thoners know what's up!
Jump in this Jawn and listen up, you don't want to miss it!
Episode 20 - Joey's 5K Approaches, Training Wishes, and BROOKS!
First Joey applies standardized testing strategy to Daryl's 8 question Philly quiz.
Then the Dad-A-Thoners talk about the weather and pause buttons.
Next Brooks shoes set the world record for the mile.
And that's only like the first 35 minutes - this episode is jam p-zacked.
Episode 19- Only 18 Weeks To Go & Mackenzie Shreve Has Entered the Chat!
Back this week with another epsiode folks! And this one is cooking. Only 18 weeks to go until marathon race day.
The Dad-A-Thoners welcome special guest, Mackenzie Shreve, to the pod to give her rating and review of her recent visit to Philly.
Daryl provides updates on those knees... the bees knees! And sheds light on his leg workouts to see how he's been moving and grooving.
And the Asics Superblast 3's have entered the chat. Tune in, and get ready... cuz this episode has it goin JAWN!
Episode 18 - A New PT Opinion & A Treadmill Movie Review
What do the kids do when Dad is finishing up the movie Split on the treadmill?
How do 5Ks with kids on sunny 4th of July days go?
How do 5Ks in downpours go?
Did Daryl get good news when he visited a new PT in Boston?
Will the Dad-A-Thoners make it through an episode without any mispronunciations?
All these answers and more in store in Episode 18 of the Dad-A-Thoners!
Episode 17- Summer Heat, Prep for 4th of July Race & Ashley is BACK!
Episode 17 continues the heat streak! The Dad-A-Thoners are cooking, not only on the outdoor runs in this summer heat, but also with some great content as we are 20 weeks out from Philly marathon race day.
Joey recaps his Ohio visit, the Shrarshalls discuss our upcoming 5K run with the fam, and Ashley sheds light on her training and drops weightlifting knowledge and tips for the Dad-A-Thoners!
Episode 16 - The Workouts that Make Marathon Training
Episode 16 is jam packed - Daryl runs along the Mystic, Joey is going to run at Mom & Dad's, we try to get Rahe a watch, and we share our love for the workouts that make up marathon training...just maybe not stretching!
Oh, oh - and hill puns!
Episode 15 - Ken Flagg of the Fairmount Run Club is up on the Pod
Don't be a jabroni, check out Ken Flagg's Interview with the Dad-A-Thoners.
Ken keeps our streak of amazing guests alive, gives the Dad-A-Thoners the scoop on the Philly running scene, and confesses to some mild running-related crime.
Episode 14 - Would You Rathers Marathon Edition
The Dad-A-Thoners keep it a bean on all the tough marathon related questions. Would you rather run a marathon flying blind on pace or mileage? Would you rather run only marathon majors or marathons in the United States? And many more.
Would you rather like and subscribe or have a Dad-A-Thoner tear up?
Episode 13- We Got Kristy Campbell Up In This Jawn!!!!
The Dad-A-Thoners welcome Philly native and special guest, Kristy Campbell, to the podcast. And we couldn't be more excited!!!!
Listen in as Kristy shares the inside scoop on the Philly Marathon, her past experience running it, and she drops some great advice for any and all runners out there. We wouldn't expect anything less from such an awesome running coach!!! Check out Kristy's website at runthelongroadcoaching.com to learn more.
And last but not least, no Dad-A-Thoners podcast episode is complete without some new tunes to add to that running play list. So lace up...
Episode 12 - What the Guys Wished We Knew Before We were Dad-A-Thoners
The Dad-A-Thoners out here trying to podcast and chew gum at the same time. They harken back to their pre-marathoning days to when they didn't know about gels, slow runs, and apparently stretching? The jawn this week is hard rock.
Episode 11 - Shrarshall Kids Usurp the Mic
Joey & Daryl boldly revisit the Flipadelphia Readiness Meter after last weeks downtrodden report and Joey vies for a perfect trivia score.
Then it is a Dad-A-Thoner kid takeover, that is right Livvy, Cariel, Tessa, Mara, and Tanner pop on the pod to share their thoughts about running.
Brush your teeth. Red Sox...and that's all I'm done.
Episode 10- Treadmill Movie Reviews & Joey's Training Program
The Dad-A-Thoners have hit episode 10! Holy smokes, can you believe it? This podcast has hit double digits in episodes, and this jawn continues to grow.
Joey and Daryl talk about the new Flipadelphia Readiness Meter review structure, how not to watch a movie on a treadmill, and share another creative mailbag question.
All updates and some challenges hit by both Dads as they are 27 weeks away from Philly marathon race day.
Episode 9 - The Sites of the Philly Marathon's First Few Miles
In episode 9 Joey and Daryl talk Philly Playoffs, points of interest on the Philly Marathon race course, avoiding New Jersey, mini golf, and flying off treadmills.
Grab some wooder, or your favorite beverage and give this jawn a listen.
Shout out to turkeys!
Episode 8 - Back on Track with Philly, Mailbag is Blowing Up & Daryl Talks Brooklyn
The Dad-A-Thoners are back up in this Jawn, and Joey & Daryl have plenty to share!
We're 29 weeks away from Philly Marathon race day, and not only is training a MUST; but so are the updates on how both Dad's are currently doing. From running stats, mileage, Dad life and everything in between.
The Philly Mailbag is filling up, and the Dad's are loving it! What's even better... Joey & Daryl are cranking out answers to MULTIPLE mailbag questions this time around.
Daryl takes on Brooklyn and fills listeners in on his half-marathon performance. And...
Episode 7 - Ashley is Back to Recap Boston
Mom-A-Thoner Ashley Shreve rejoins the pod and the crew talks about an emotional BIB pick up, crushing the Newton Hills, and rides on the T. Then they leave a little time for some singing at the end.
Episode 6- Our First Guest Interview, can you BeSHREVE it? Ashley is Here! And She's Taking on The Boston Marathon. Lets GOOO!
The Dad-A-Thoners are back, and we're 31 weeks out from Philly Marathon race day.
In this special episode, we welcome our first guest on the pod, Ashley Shreve. And she's giving ALL the deets and feels as she prepares to take on the 2026 Boston Marathon on April 20th! You don't want to miss what this Mom-A-Thoner has to share. From pre-race plans, to race kits, and performance goals; we're getting the inside scoop on it all.
And last but not least, the squad brings you more tunes to add to that running playlist. Enjoy!
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Episode 5 - Mailbag Wants to Know the Cost of Running a Marathon
A birthday surprise
And a suspicious mailbag question leads the Dad-a-thoners to break down the full cost of training for and running a marathon
Episode 4 - Big Plans & Kids in the Mailbag
The Dad-a-thoners continue their trek to race day on November 22, 2026 and open episode 4 with enthralling chatter about base building and injury management.
Joey and Daryl then take it big picture and explore how they are planning to tackle the next 33 weeks and the benefits of both set training plans and run coaches.
Then some kids got into the mailbag and finally the Dad-a-thoners add some songs to their marathon playlist.
Episode 3- Review of Marine Corps Marathon & March Madness Marathon Bracket
We're back with a jam packed episode this week. 34 weeks out from Philly Marathon race day, and the Dad-A-Thoners are as pumped as ever!
We kick off our FIRST Philly Mailbag question from one of our active listeners. Daryl & Joey give a recap of their 2025 Marine Corps Marathon experience. Giving you the full inside scoop of how the race went from training and prep, race day feels, and all the way up to crossing the finish line in Washington D.C.
And lastly, in honor of March Madness, the Dad-A-Thoners have some fun with a "...
Episode 2- The Excitement of Registering for a Marathon & Philly Marathon Website Deep Dive
We're back with Episode 2, and what a doozy! Joey & Daryl kick things off with a bit of marathon trivia, then shift over to the excitement that comes with registering for a marathon.
The Dad's also dive deep to review the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend (PMW) website to share what caught their eye, the most interesting finds, PMW merch to look out for, and everything in between. If you're thinking of running a race during the Philly Marathon Weekend, go check out the site ASAP!
Joey & Daryl cap things off sharing some songs for your running playlist...
Episode 1- Welcome to "Dad-A-Thoners"
Joey Marshall & Daryl Shreve introduce you to their new weekly show "Dad-A-Thoners: Joey & Daryl vs. The Philadelphia Marathon".
Meet the Dads, and these guys have a lot to fill you in on in this first episode of season 1. From the reason(s) behind the start of this podcast, to the running and training that lies ahead, and getting themselves and listeners hyped up for the upcoming 2026 Philadelphia Marathon! So lace up, join in, pace yourself, and remember... this journey ain't a sprint, its a marathon! And we got the next 36 weeks to get ready...
