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Running in the Center of the Universe

Check out ashlanddave.podbean.com and join Ashland Dave as he talks about ultramarathons, marathons, half-marathons and endurance running in Ashland, VA. ashlanddave@gmail.com
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Episodes

Happy New Year in June! - Episode #301

This is the first show since September 2024 but it’s a doozie! Full recap of what the latest news is from Ashland Dave and the Center of the Universe, Ashland VA. Thanks for downloading the show! Music by GarageBand and US Marine Corps Band.

Jun 07, 202528 minEp. 119

Listener Roll Call! - Episode #300

The podcast is finally at 300 shows! Thanks to all of the listeners who helped make this happen. Links mentioned in the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/topics-in-endurance-sports/id1202716722 https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/4iunj-df6fc/Justa-Runners-podcast...

Sep 03, 202427 minEp. 118

Farewell to a Good Friend - Episode #298

This show has all kinds of news about what is going on with running in the Center of the Universe! Thanks for downloading the show! Music by GarageBand and US Marine Corps Band.

Apr 28, 202432 minEp. 115

Weekend Warrior! - Episode #297

Maybe more like weekend wimpy, but I'm getting out there. This show has some societal observations which maybe you've never thought about.

Dec 30, 202334 minEp. 114

Six Time Ironman John Pendergrass - Episode #296

Six time Ironman John Pendergrass died Wednesday, 11-8-2023, at this home in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. John was a husband, father to three, grandfather to several, medical doctor, author, friend, marathon runner, and a Vietnam Veteran. He lived a full life and will be missed. His obituary can be viewed here John Pendergrass obituary . John is my cousin. John wrote two books about his extraordinary life: Against the Odds Racing Back to Vietnam...

Nov 10, 20231 hr 4 minEp. 113

When Two Miles is Success - Episode #295

I've gone from 50 miles a week to a 2 mile run. Covering two miles is a success for where I'm at with my running fitness. That and more in this show which includes an encore presentation of episode #199 from 2014. Thanks for downloading the show, my email is ashlandave@gmail.com.

Sep 30, 202346 minEp. 112

Plenty of Medical Excuses! - Episode #294

If you've stayed subscribed to this podcast, then you are appreciated and I need to hear from you at ashlanddave@gmail.com. I'm recovering from a situation I didn't think I would have as a runner. It's not tragic or anything like that. I make that distinction because I have close friends who are coping with more than I can imagine at this point my my/our lives. I've produced this show to provide some information about me and to show respect to a few of my local running buddies....

Sep 04, 202337 minEp. 111

Blue Friday Honor - Det. Kevin Hiner - Episode #293

A good friend of mine, Detective Kevin Hiner of the Richmond Police Department, was recently recognized for his outstanding police work. Kevin and I have been friends for several years and he was very deserving of this award. The link below has more information about the award he received. Kevin was interviewed by local talk radio host Jeff Katz of WRVA 1140. I reposted this interview to honor Kevin and bring more attention to his work. Blue Friday Award - Lt. Jan McTernan Thanks for downloading...

Oct 04, 202230 minEp. 110

All Politics is Local - Episide #292

The podcast is back with brand new content! "Burglary" at the beach, local sidewalk construction, nagging tendonitis and many other topics are covered along with some running news. Thanks for coming back and downloading the show. Music by Garageband and the United States Marine Corps Band.

Oct 04, 202235 minEp. 109

Juror #18 - Episode #291

Ever been called for jury duty? Ever driven over 900 miles overnight? Ever been axe throwing? The answers to those questions and other running related stuff are in this show, thanks for listening! Stories from the Center of the Universe podcast Music by GarageBand and U.S. Marine Corps Band

Jul 31, 202243 minEp. 108

Railroad Run 10k, Shingles and an Encore Presentation of Show #20 - Episode #289

This show is about the 2022 Ashland Railroad Run (10k, 5k, etc) that I've been involved with a lot over the years. I also explain how awful Shingles is and where my focus is for the fall training season. And for a bonus, the tail end of this show is the recording from episode #20 (July 2008). Thanks for downloading the show!

Jun 06, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 106

Blue is Dead - Episode #288

My running buddy died. He was a good dog but he was old and it was time. The podcast is back with some interesting information. Thanks for downloading the show!

May 21, 202254 minEp. 105

Let’s Go Buffalo! - Episode #287

What does the Buffalo Bills have to do with distance running? Not much, but I took a trip back to Buffalo, NY for the first time since 1978. That and how it relates to distance running (again, not much) in this episode, thanks for listening! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/justa-runners-podcast/id1425548737 https://t2t.org/ Music by U.S. Marine Band and the late Derek Miller's https://www.penmachine.com/...

Jan 04, 202237 minEp. 104

An Unstoppable Runner - Book Interview with Down Under Dave - Episode #286

This episode has the interview with David Williams (aka "Down Under Dave") who wrote a book about his life and ultra running adventures. The book is really good! Dave graciously made himself available for an interview and he's really funny and has an outstanding outlook on life. More information about the book can be found at the following links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zn5yEcuJyhs https://www.amazon.com/Unstoppable-Runner-David-Williams/dp/1761091638/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=an+unstoppable+r...

Dec 02, 202146 minEp. 103

Haven‘t Run For Over Two Months -Episode #285

My last run was August 28 which was a half marathon. A heel injury has prevented me from getting out on the road but I think I'm on the mend now. I discuss that and more in this episode! Thanks for listening! ashlanddave@gmail.com

Nov 12, 202135 minEp. 102
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