The "marathon runcast" with special guest DJ Kevin Cole! Join DJ John Richards and DJ Kevin Cole as they run and record the podcast at the same time. The episode features music from Tunde Adebimpe, The Hives, Ty Segall, KennyHoopla, and more. The Lumineers - “So Long” Sea Lemon - “Stay” Shura - “Recognise” Sharon Van Etten & the Attachment Theory - “Afterlife” NoSo - “Sugar” Deary - “I Still Think About You” Jay Som - “Float” Daisy the Great - “Bird Bones” Rocket - “Wide Awake” The Hives - “...
Oct 03, 2025•3 hr 49 min•Season 4Ep. 10
In this episode, we talked about how the runcast changed one listener's life, John's three rules to running, plus inspirational music from Yves Tumor, Anna Von Hausswolff, Yola, World News, and more. World News - “Don’t Want to Know” Marseille - “Heaven’s At My Door” The Belair Lip Bombs - “Hey You” Packaging - “Running Through the Airport” Pink Breath of Heaven - “Blue is the Morning” Whitelands - “Heat of the Summer” Say Sue Me - “In This Mess” Horsepower - “Excalibur” Anna Von Hausswolff - “S...
Sep 19, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Holy gosh darn guacamole, it's our second Runcast featuring live sessions from KEXP favs like Of Monsters and Men, Ibibio Sound Machine, IDLES, Melenas and more. Washed Out - “Running Away” Torres - “Collect” Grace Cummings - “Ramona” Mannequin Pussy - “I Got Heaven” Spoon - “Knock Knock Knock” Fontaines DC - “Too Real” Been Stellar - “Passing Judgement” Ride - “Taste” Film School - “Said Your Name” Somesurprises - “Bodymind” Peel Dream Magazine - “Lie in the Gutter” Of Monsters and Men - “Littl...
Sep 05, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Season 4Ep. 8
New favorites from the likes of Ivy, Matt Berninger, Hot Chip, and Indigo De Souza. A true sonic sandwich of songs. Plus, maybe the greatest listener note The Runcast has ever received. Indigo De Souza - “Be Like the Water” Jamie Drake - “Thread and the Spark” Matt Berninger - “No Love” Nightbus - “Ascension” Worthitpurchase - “Something New” Legs - “Wide Open Fires” Sharon Van Etten - “Afterlife” Georgia Knight - “Desire” Gans - “It’s Just Life” Factory Floor - “Tell Me” Hot Chip - “Devotion” D...
Aug 22, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 7
We have finally put together a runcast featuring some of our favorite all-time moments during Live at KEXP sessions. We've got banger after banger from Black Pumas, Phoebe Bridgers, Broken Social Scene, and many, many more, PLUS 28-straight minutes of DJ Shadow killing it here at KEXP in 2024. Jose Gonzalez - “Heartbeats” Black Pumas - “Colors” Black Belt Eagle Scout - “Don’t Give Up” Phoebe Bridges - “Motion Sickness” Amen Dunes - “Miki Dunes” Broken Social Scene - “7/4 Shoreline” Modern Englis...
Aug 08, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 4Ep. 6
A beats-heavy listen featuring a nation of beats in the language of running. We start and end with tracks from the great Nation of Language, hence the sandwich. Plus, amazing songs from Dark Chisme, Flying Mojito Bros, and more. All for your mental health. Nation of Language - “Inept Apollo" Big Freedia - “Take My Hand” Flying Mojito Bros - “Wild Mountain Honey” Gilliagan Moss - “Do It For Yourself” Kerala Dust - “The Orb, TX” Dark Chisme - “Breathe, Break It” Factory Floor - “Between You” Safe ...
Jul 25, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Season 4Ep. 5
DJ Kevin Cole guest hosts this edition of the Runcast with life-affirming songs and words to inspire, motivate, and help you discover great new music while out on your run! Featuring tracks from Yuno, Madame Gandhi, Cumulus, and more. clipping. - "Keep Pushing" Madame Gandhi - "Rise!" Yuno - "Blest" Cumulus - "Dad Song" Deep Sea Diver - "What Do I Know" Anna Erhard - "Botanical Garden" Morn - "Modern Man" James and the Cold Gun - "Riding The Tiger" Murder Club - "4 Eva" Scowl - "Not Hell, Not He...
Jul 11, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 4
This banger filled episode is here to remind you that it is normal to stop running and stop caring about yourself, but don’t give up, and don’t give in, running, music and your mental health are all worth fighting for.” - John Richards Get motivated for your run with this week’s Runcast, featuring songs from Suzzallo, Wet Leg, The Hives and more. Suzzallo - “River” Rocket - “Take Your Aim” The Hives - “Enough is Enough” Wet Leg - “Catch These Fists” Postcards - “Dust Bunnies” Deep Sea Diver - “E...
Jun 27, 2025•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 3
Just because you’re not great at something does mean you shouldn’t try it. Whether you’re just starting your running journey, trying to get back into the swing of things, or preparing for a new challenge in any part of your life, getting the courage to step out of your comfort zone is a huge first step. And with the right soundtrack, maybe things can be a little easier. In this episode of The Runcast, John Richards shares songs from Tunde Adebimpe, Matt Berninger, Sparks and more to help you pus...
Jun 13, 2025•56 min•Season 4Ep. 2
The Runcast is back! DJ John Richards kicks off season four with new messages, motivation and most importantly GREAT music from the likes of Ben Gibbard, Sharon Van Etten, Deep Sea Diver and many more. Remember, one run can change your day, many runs can change your life. Let's get running! Barry Can’t Swim - “Kimpton” Yannis & the Yaw - “Rain Can’t Reach Us” Tunde Adebimpe - “Magnetic” Markus Nikolaus - “Enjoy the Pain” Sea Lemon feat. Ben Gibbard - “Crystals” Sharon Van Etten - “Southern L...
May 30, 2025•57 min•Season 4Ep. 1
The Runcast is back for season four! John Richards has some great mixes to inspire and motivate you on your run while discovering new music. As always, you can expect a new mix every two weeks. We’ll have a guest mix from DJ Kevin Cole, exclusive tracks from live on KEXP sessions, and so much more. We can’t wait to share it all with you. We love hearing about how you use The Runcast, so while we’re getting ready for the new season, feel free to reach out at runcast@kexp.org . Keep running, and s...
May 23, 2025•53 sec
This Marathon Runcast has you covered, whether you're embarking on a 26.2-mile journey or accomplishing a different kind of marathon. We're grateful to have you as part of this community. Keep running. You are not alone. Unwed Sailor - “Bend the Air” M83 - “Amnesia (Rachika Nayar Remix)" The Asteroid No. 4 - “Rescue” Ohr - “Afterglow” Ride - “Last Frontier” Trentemoller - “Dreamweavers” George FitzGerald - “Gleams” Runner - “Eleven” Gift - “Going in Circles” Gift - “Later” Gift - “Wish Me Away” ...
Oct 11, 2024•3 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 10
We could not describe The Runcast better than Steve in Santa Rosa who says, "The music was an awesome match for a rural Sonoma County morning. The dappled light coming through a redwood grove was the start of a climb, when the tune playing hit an uplifting climbing beat. The music, the lifting fog and the serene setting was perfect." Jon Hopkins - “RITUAL (palace)" Trentemøller - “Dreamweavers” Ben Böhmer - “Hiding (feat. Lykke Li)” Nation of Language - “Weak in Your Light (Classixx Remix)" dear...
Sep 20, 2024•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 9
It's our first-ever Shoegaze-themed Runcast, featuring songs picked by, and some even written by, Greg Bertens of Film School. In this episode he explains why running helped change his life for the better, how music plays a HUGE role in that, and why both have become spiritual for him. somesurprises - "Be Reasonable" Flying Colours - "Wavygravy" Mo Dotti - "For Anyone and You" Laveda - "F***" MØAA - "Diffuse" Catch the Breeze - "Enemy" Seablite - "Melancholy Molly" Airiel - 'Your Lips, My Mouth"...
Sep 06, 2024•1 hr 42 min•Season 3Ep. 8
DJ, producer, AND runner Diplo joins The Runcast to share his thoughts on how DJing compares to running a marathon, how running affects his mental health, and maybe why you should consider running if you are on the fence. Diplo & Sleepy Tom - “Be Right There” Diplo, French Montana & Lil Pump - “Welcome to the Party” Major Lazer - “Watch out for This” Fred Again, Skrillex & Four Tet - “Baby Again” M83 “Amnesia (Rachika Nayar Remix) Ohr - “Afterglow” Gift - “Going in Circles” Been Stel...
Aug 23, 2024•43 min•Season 3Ep. 7
DJ Alex guest curates a special "Pacific Notions" edition of The Runcast with a mix of ambient, neo-classical, post-rock, jazz, and blissful electronic songs to help guide your run. From getting into a meditative zone while warming up, to pushing yourself to pick up the pace with more propulsive picks, this beautiful and motivating mix spotlights the cinematic sounds DJ Alex shares every Sunday morning on Pacific Notions, but with an enhanced pulse to get your feet moving. Tutara Peak - Kaleido ...
Aug 09, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Inspiration from the hardest hitting drummer in music, Jon Beavis of IDLES, featuring motivation and insight on running, as well as a Runcast curated by Jon from his friends in Heavy Lungs, John (TimesTwo) and, of course, his band IDLES. IDLES - "When the Lights Come On" Getdown Services - "I Wish It Didn't Bother Me" Emma-Jean Thackray - "Say Something" Surprise Chef - "Pash Rash" Ezra Collective - “Life Goes On (feat. Sampa the Great)” YOWL - “Virile Crocodile Sweat” Katy J Pearson - “Willow's...
Jul 26, 2024•55 min•Season 3Ep. 5
John Richards is back to fuel your run with messages about dogs, plus great music from Nilufer Yanya, Ride, Nada Surf and.. SQUIRREL!!! Pokey LaFarge - Run Run Run The Decemberists - Burial Ground Apples with Moya - Contact Early Internet - Pisces Season But All the Time Nada Surf - In Front of Me Now Ride - Last Frontier Gift - Wish Me Away Maxband - Lines BODEGA - Tarkovski Pure Hex - Fray Good Looks - Self-Destructor Been Stellar - Sweet Nilüfer Yanya - Like I Say (I Runaway) Warren Dunes - F...
Jul 12, 2024•58 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Guest host DJ Kevin Cole brings you an uplifting mix of music from all over the world. Discover new music and power your run at the same time, all while trying to outrun your shadow! Cloud Cult - I Am A Force Field Brimheim - Dancing in the Rubble IDLES - Dancer Wonder 45 - Make It Happen James and the Cold Gun - Fragile The Haunted Youth - Into You Sprints - Up and Comer CHILD + THE BANNED - Dominion Christian Löffler - Ease Melenas - Bang Ibibio Sound Machine - Pull The Rope freekind. - Good ...
Jun 28, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Season 3Ep. 3
With this vibed-out mix of music and motivation, John brings you advice on how to power through tough runs with the help of those you love. Beirut - The Tern Four Tet - Loved Emancipator - Cherry Blossom (feat. Koresma) Colouring - How’d It Get So Real George Fitzgerald - Gleams Nation of Language - Spare Me the Decision (Cutouts Remix) Caribou - Honey TR/ST - Robrash bad tuner - 24 hours Been Stellar - Passing Judgment Ride - Peace Sign Old 97’s - Where The Road Goes Ducks LTD - A Girl, Running...
Jun 14, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 2
On our first Runcast of 2024, John spotlights how dangerous it can be for women and female identifying runners to simply go out for a run, and what it means to be a good ally. Soundtracking this run is a powerful range of artists, from Empress Of and AURORA to Hana Vu and Beth Gibbons. Middle Kids - Bend Brimheim - No Liver, No Lungs GEMZ - Younger Salt Cathedral - Terminal Woes Empress Of - Femenine Ibibio Sound Machine - Mama Say AURORA - Some Type of Skin Tinsley - Distract Me Hana Vu - Hamme...
May 31, 2024•55 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Mark your calendars because The Runcast is returning! Season 3 arrives right here on May 31, 2024. The new season will feature guest mixes, interviews, running motivation and inspiration, and as always, music discovery. In the meantime, you can revisit previous episodes, check out KEXP's other podcasts , or drop us a line at runcast@kexp.org. Subscribe now for a new episode every 2 weeks until October. This trailer features Salt Cathedral’s “Terminal Woes" from their self-released album Before I...
May 17, 2024•41 sec
Introducing KEXP’s newest music discovery podcast. In Our Headphones brings you five song recommendations every Monday, straight from KEXP’s DJs and Music Directors. We learn stories and insights about the artists, make connections between the music and the world around us, and get to know the diverse roster of DJs that make up the KEXP airwaves. Join hosts Janice Headley and Isabel Khalili on this never-ending journey of music discovery. Search for "In Our Headphones" wherever you get your podc...
Apr 19, 2024•1 min
During KEXP’s fall fund drive, discover the variety of music podcasts we produce at KEXP and hear some of our favorite clips from each one. We’re thankful to the thousands of amplifiers who already donate to KEXP, building the foundation for our community of storytelling, and we want you to join them with a one-time donation or a recurring gift! 50 Years of Hip-Hop: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/50-years-of-hip-hop/ El Sonido: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/el-sonido/ Fresh off the Spaceship: htt...
Oct 19, 2023•9 min
To close out Season 2 of The Runcast, John Richards brings you a marathon mix of 53 songs filled with hope and inspiration to get you moving. Plus, a sprinkling of quotes from famous runners like, um, Benjamin Franklin? It'll make sense once you start listening, and running... ODESZA - Hopeful George FitzGerald - Venera Maribou State - Blackoak Tycho - Time to Run Jungle - Dominoes LP Giobbi, DJ Tennis, Joseph Ashworth - All In A Dream - LP Giobbi Club Edit Activity - Department of Blood Noble R...
Sep 15, 2023•3 hr 28 min•Season 2Ep. 10
This Runcast features a guest curator! Joining John Richards on this episode is DJ, producer, musician, activist AND runner LP Giobbi. She shares insight on how running motivates and grounds her, while also motivating you to get moving and to be thankful for your body. LP Giobbi - Georgia LP Giobbi, DESIREE - All I Need (DESIREE Remix) Barry Can't Swim - Sunsleeper LP Giobbi - Feels Just LIke It (Club Edit) LP Giobbi, DJ Tennis, Joseph Ashworth - All In A Dream (LP Giobbi Club Edit) Maribou Stat...
Sep 01, 2023•45 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Songs and messages from John Richards and your favorite artists fueled with inspiration and emotion…(inspirmotion?) to keep you moving whether you run, walk, bike or just dance to The Runcast. Margo Cilker - Lowland Trail Local Natives - Just Before Morning Grandaddy - The Town Where I'm Livin Now Kristin Hersh - Ms Haha Elizabeth M Drummond - Crisis Bass Drum of Death - Find It James and The Cold Gun - Chewing Glass Tycho - Time to Run Barry Can't Swim - Dance of the Crab Deeper - Tele Girl Ray...
Aug 18, 2023•53 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Join the KEXP Radioheads as we take you 200 miles through forests, over mountains, and along the sea. We’ll bring you along throughout this podcast with musical picks, reflections and exploits during this year’s Ragnar Northwest Passage road race. Bully - Days Move Slow Broncho - Class Historian Grrrl Gang - Rude Awakening Hurry - Beggin’ For You Spirit Award - Fantasy Genesis Owusu - Get Inspired Roosevelt - Luna Pahua - Porque Yo (feat. Eva de Marce) Soft Kill - Molly Rahill - Fables (feat. Be...
Aug 04, 2023•1 hr 35 min•Season 2Ep. 7
A runcast featuring notes of inspiration from runners hitting the trail locally in Seattle, as well as from the Hudson Valley rail trails and some scenic Scandinavian fjords. Plus, solid advice from an elementary school teacher and ways to stay motivated after injury. Black Belt Eagle Scout - Don't Give Up Tomo Nakayama - Contigo ODESZA & Yellow House - Heavier Bonobo - ATK HÆLOS - Hear Me Roosevelt - Ordinary Love Golden Features - Flesh Activity - Department of Blood Odonis Odonis - No One...
Jul 21, 2023•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 6
A story that took 53.9 miles and 112,004 steps to complete, how movement helps us work through conflict, and a shoutout to all the walkers out there. Plus, incredible songs from KEXP favorites new and old. Hammock - Love in the Void Strange Ranger - She's On Fire Laveda - Surprise Temple of Angels - Waving to the Wind Smokey Brights - Long Goodbye Blondshell - Joiner Generationals - Eutropius (Give Me Lies) Jungle - Dominoes Little Dragon - Gold Daisies - Blue Cowboy Ritmo Machine - Psychedelic ...
Jul 07, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 5
