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Ross and Petar's Pod on the Run

Ross and Petar's Pod on the Run

by Ross Field and Petar Milardovich

Latest episode
Built for the Long Run

About this podcast

What happens when two buddies hit 42 and decide to celebrate with 42 kilometers? The Birth-K sparked something extraordinary, and now Ross and Petar are here to reflect on their journey—mud, memories, and all—while exploring the heartbeat of Chico’s running culture. Whether you’re here for the behind-the-scenes tales, the spirited banter (serious runners? not really...), or the chance to meet the incredible people pounding the trails and roads of Chico, this podcast is your go-to for all things running—and a lot of things not running. From the history of the running community to favorite routes, future challenges, and even the big existential question, “Why do we even run?”, Ross and Petar serve up insights, laughs, and plenty of moments where things didn’t go quite as planned. And speaking of incredible people: Chico’s running community is fueled by local legends, inspiring everyday athletes, and fantastic organizations like Fleet Feet Chico and the Bidwell Run Club. These groups offer camaraderie, unforgettable events, and shared experiences that embody the true heart and soul of Chico's running scene. Ross and Petar will spotlight these organizations, their impact, and the runners who keep the miles (and smiles) going strong. Birth-K may be where it started, but it’s far from where this journey ends. So, lace up, press play, and let’s run this thing—figuratively, of course. Because sometimes life is about more than just the miles…it’s about the memories.

Episodes

The newest 20 of 28 episodes

  • Built for the Long Run · 2 h 45 min · Season 1 Episode 28If you run the trails around Chico, there’s a good chance you know Karen Weintraub’s name — or at least recognize it from a race result. But how well do you actually know Karen?…
  • Katie Runs for Chico · 2 h 1 min · Season 1 Episode 27Katie Hawley came to Chico to run for the Wildcats. That was the plan, anyway. What she found was a place that slowly, almost quietly, became hers. A team became family. A park…
  • 200 Miles Into The Flow · 2 h 57 min · Season 1 Episode 26Episode 26 goes long. Before Ross and Petar sit down with today’s guest, they check in on training, Chico summer heat, good miles, fresh pavement, and a running community that…
  • Chico State's Humble Hammer · 2 h 49 min · Season 1 Episode 25Episode 25 brings the heat. Before Ross and Petar sit down with today’s guest, they run through a stacked lineup of summer shoutouts because the Chico running community has been…
  • Sage Advice from The Real Deal Neil · 3 h 5 min · Season 1 Episode 24Episode 24 is a full‑stride tour through the Chico running universe - community highs, big race breakthroughs, and the kind of mid‑life brilliance that only comes from someone…
  • Race Recaps: The Community That Carries Us · 1 h 52 min · Season 1 Episode 23This episode is a celebration of community - the people who shape our races, carry us through the hard miles, and remind us that running is never a solo act. Through stories from…
  • Choppin' it up with Chops · 2 h 15 min · Season 1 Episode 22In the latest episode of Pod on the Run, Ross and Petar sit down with one of Chico’s most quietly iconic figures: Bill Parnell, the runner you’ve probably seen floating up North…
  • Girls on the Run: Where Confidence Takes Flight · 2 h 33 min · Season 1 Episode 21In Episode 21 of Pod on the Run, we sit down with someone who helps more than one-thousand girls each year discover confidence through movement. Claire Johnson, Executive…
  • Two Pods, One Trail: A Conversation in Motion · 60 min · Season 1 Episode 20For this special crossover episode, we laced up and headed out onto the North Rim Trail in Upper Bidwell Park, where we spent the morning hiking, talking, and filming with Nick…
  • From 25-to-Life to 25 Marathons: A Story of Relentless Transformation · 2 h 50 min · Season 1 Episode 19Episode 19 of Pod on the Run traces the life of a man who rebuilt himself through discipline, imagination, service, and thousands of counter‑clockwise laps on a prison track…
  • The Chico State XC Dynasty · 3 h 3 min · Season 1 Episode 18In Episode 18 of Ross and Petar’s Pod on the Run, the hosts sit down with legendary Chico State head coach Gary Towne, the man behind one of the most dominant dynasties in…
  • Motion is Lotion · 1 h 35 min · Season 1 Episode 17Episode 17 brings us an important conversation with Dr. Alan Hivale — a Chico‑based physical therapist with a doctorate from Loma Linda, 15+ years in outpatient ortho, and a…
  • We Came for the Miles, Stayed for the People · 1 h 53 min · Season 1 Episode 16Ross and Petar close out an unforgettable first season of the Pod on the Run podcast — a year that started with a simple idea and grew into a community-powered storytelling hub…
  • Flat Runner, Full Heart - The 50-State Quest · 2 h 1 min · Season 1 Episode 15What drives someone to lace up, race across the country, and chase 50 finish lines? In this episode of Pod on the Run, Ross and Petar sit down with Sarah Batiste, a marathoner on…
  • The Vegan Badass · 1 h 33 min · Season 1 Episode 14In Episode #14 of Pod on the Run, Ross and Petar kick things off with their signature banter - swapping stories from recent runs, race-day antics, and behind-the-scenes moments…
  • Running Toward Greatness · 2 h 0 min · Season 1 Episode 13From the streets of Chicago to the trails of Chico, Katie Crane has logged over 2,000 miles this year - and every step tells a story. In this episode, Ross and Petar sit down…
  • Fall Trail Classic Recap · 1 h 53 min · Season 1 Episode 12In this episode of Pod on the Run, Ross and Petar are joined by returning guest Shawna Batham from Fleet Feet to recap the third annual Fall Trail Classic, held in Upper Bidwell…
  • From Bidwell to Mont-Blanc · 2 h 34 min · Season 1 Episode 11In this special episode, we welcome back Logan Ziegenmeyer - Bidwell Run Club leader, community connector, and freshly returned from the legendary UTMB 2025. From the familiar…
  • The Biggest Comeback in Ultra Running · 1 h 44 min · Season 1 Episode 10This episode of Pod on the Run kicks off with Ross and Petar lacing up the mic and hitting stride with a pulse check on the local running scene. Chico State and Butte College…
  • The Most Interesting Manny in the World · 1 h 31 min · Season 1 Episode 9In this episode of Pod on the Run, Ross and Petar kick things off by setting the pace with updates from the local endurance scene. They touch on highlights from the Butte College…

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