Off The Rails With Eric And Aisha
CITIUS MAG 63 episodes Nov 9, 2026
A laid-back, laugh-packed podcast about life on (and off) the track circuit. Join former pro runners Eric Jenkins (2x NCAA champion and World Championship qualifier) and Aisha Praught-Leer (2x Olympian and Jamaican national record holder) as they swap stories, spill tea and not taking themselves too seriously about the world of running. Nothing’s off-limits. Think of it as your group chat with fast friends. Whether you're a die-hard track nerd or just here for the vibes, this is your new favorite listen.
Episodes
The Text Message Harassment Is Over! Blue Wave, Dems Are Back!
New York Marathon weekend was electric. The recovery was less glamorous. Aisha took an Uber to LaGuardia for a flight out of Newark, and Eric came down with a stomach bug after stepping off the C&J bus. Both hosts are alive, barely, and ready to talk about Jess McClain’s kick.In this week’s episode– Aisha’s two-airport sprint, Eric’s surprisingly supportive stool sample review, and the Manuka
ERIC'S NYC MARATHON RECAP + AISHA'S BIG NEWS
Eric Jenkins is officially a marathoner, and his legs have plenty to say about it. Fresh off a 3:27:19 finish at the NYC Marathon, Eric joins Aisha Praught-Leer to recap his first 26.2 with the CITIUS MAG crew: the chaos on Staten Island, electric Brooklyn crowds, a midrace White Claw, an oversized fanny pack full of gels and the final two miles when his quads stopped cooperating. Aisha shares her
Eric's NYC Marathon Plan To Clip Jennifer Connelly’s Heels Like He's Galen On Meb At Mile 23 Of The 2016 Marathon Trials
Aisha calls in from Crested Butte altitude camp and drops an announcement: She's landed a live radio gig with iHeartRadio for the NYC Marathon broadcast. Eric reveals he's been sober for a month as part of his race prep. From there, the episode covers race day logistics, a major doping bust, the rise of treadmill training and a detailed preview of the NYC Marathon pro fields.Discussed in this epis
"Let Them Know We're Here"
Aisha and Eric are back, recording the weekend after the Chicago and TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathons. Eric recaps his training trips to Chicago and Toronto, previews NYC with his 3:30 group, and then the two spiral through current eventsDiscussed in this week’s episode– Eric's Training Trips to Chicago and Toronto– Kelly Clarkson's animatronic bird drama – Shane Gillis / SNL controversy–
Off The Rails LIVE in Chicago | Presented by Under Armour
Off The Rails goes live in Chicago! On the Friday before the Chicago Marathon, Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer take the stage at Happy Camper with special guests Sharon Lokedi and her pacer Jacob Thomson. Sharon talks mindset and gardening, and gives us a surprise hard launch. Plus pop culture, Chicago predictions, trivia and live voicemails from the crowd.Topics:Sharon Lokedi on Boston, her c
A Man Hid in the Woods With Rocks in His Hands and Got His A-- Beat by a Cross-Country Runner?!
Chicago week! Aisha is fresh off a hair appointment and attempting to preserve the blowout via silk pillowcases, a sleeping rod, and the full Jason-from-Halloween night routine. Eric completed a ten-mile run this week. The live show is in five days. There is a lot more to discuss.In this week's episode:– Chicago live show is on Friday, October 9th, sold out: Put your name on the waitlist in ca
You Never Know When Someone's Going To Start An OnlyFans
A nor'easter that didn't deliver brought Eric Jenkins to the microphone slightly dehydrated, slightly tired from a night with the boys, running a maximum of four miles this week, and with a 3:30 marathon goal that may have shifted to four hours or something in that vicinity. The episode goes extremely Off the Rails from the start. Buckle up.Discussed in this episode:– Eric's marathon u
In Boulder, You Are Not a Dog Owner. You Are A Dog Guardian
Both hosts just off planes. Aisha has a girls' weekend voice situation — no sexy raspy, just middle school puberty cracking. Eric went to Athlos London for 48 hours, did not walk the red carpet, and ate approximately four bacon sandwiches.Discussed in this episode:– Eric at Athlos London — the full debrief: 48 hours. Tate Modern Museum. Saint Paul's Cathedral (almost broke down from the be
They Did Mondo Dirty, A Hyrox Poop Controversy And Aisha's One-Photo Rule For Pro Athletes On Hinge
Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer are back for a Monday edition of Off the Rails (sorry for the one-day delay). Aisha is fresh off her broadcast debut on the Fifth Avenue Mile, Eric is packing for London and there's a full weekend of World Ultimate to unpack.Discussed in this episode:– Aisha's big girl broadcast: Her first capital-J-O-B TV gig on the Fifth Avenue Mile stream alongside Ca
Jakob Called Everyone Cowards and His Wife Hauled Him Off Stage
Aisha Praught-Leer and Eric Jenkins are back for Labor Day weekend, both in new Off the Rails merch, planning a crew neck, and eight weeks from the New York City Marathon. Discussed in this episode:– Marathon training — Eric's current status: Eight weeks out. Biking heavily while reintroducing the calf to running. Eric is on a bicycle.– Dejon Love — the 49ers scam: A man who posed as a San Fra
Alison Dos Santos Gave Us No Foreplay Whatsoever, Right Into Action and Ran the World Record
Aisha Praught-Leer and Eric Jenkins record on the last day of August, which emotionally already feels like fall because the bear is back at the Leers'. Eric just came off the Fairgrounds 5K and Mile in Maine.Discussed in this episode:– The bear is back and bolder: Same bear, or so the North Boulder neighborhood assumes. Will had had a stiff spicy marg and was deep in a pleasant summer walk vib
The People Who Get Chosen for Jury Duty Don't Want to Be There and I Desperately Do...Full Of Beans
Aisha Praught-Leer and Eric Jenkins discuss all the week's happenings including the half marathon world record being broken, the Silesia Diamond League and some updates on Eric Jenkins' marathon training.Discussed in this episode:– Eric's marathon build — current status: Ten miles. High 8:30 average. Ninety minutes. First double-digit run in possibly two years.– Yomif Kejelcha, half ma
Blood Doping in 2026, Wiz Khalifa Is Running and Merch Is Finally Live
One of the longest episodes in Off the Rails history and one of the most eventful.Discussed in this episode:– Eric vs. the bike: Three rides in. Main problems: sweating while commuting and not wanting to wear shorts.– Pre-race rituals: In response to a voicemail from Jean Nicole, a theology professor who uses athletic analogies in teaching monastic practices.– Freddie Crittenden is a middle school
Sir, You Have Never Stood in a Call Room Smelling of Tiger Balm and It Shows
Eric Jenkins calls in from a Cleveland Airbnb a few hours before the Guardian Mile, mic clipped to a Celsius can, surrounded by friends. Aisha is home in Boulder. It's a Saturday edition.In this episode:– Guardian Mile tonight: Colby is running the stroller mile with his son. Colby is not quite at race weight and is racing on a course that goes uphill for the first 800 and downhill on the back
A Bad Look For Usher, Another Great Week For Josh Kerr
Discussed in this episode:– Standing desk philosophical debate: Aisha is 50/50 sitting and standing. Eric has his at the lowest setting and sits.– Women's Professional Baseball League launches: Boston Hunters, New York Heights, Los Angeles Queens, San Francisco Fireballs — all playing in Springfield, Illinois.– The national anthem at the WPBL opening game: Potentially the worst national anthem per
Give Raccoons Access to AI and We're Done
Aisha Praught-Leer and Eric Jenkins recorded on July 26th, delayed slightly so they could watch the final day of USAs. Aisha is running on post-Olivia Dean concert fumes. A bear came to her house.Discussed in this episode:– The fridge broke while Will was away. Aisha threw out an entire freezer's worth of food. A bear found it.– Olivia Dean concert: Ball Arena, Denver. Peak girlhood.– House sw
Will Leer's College Thesis Predicted Josh Kerr's Mile World Record
Aisha Praught-Leer and Eric Jenkins record on the day after Josh Kerr runs 3:42.66 to break the mile world record. Eric's friends don't get it. Aisha's husband spent the day texting every person he's ever run with.Discussed in this episode:– The world record reaction: Eric was pacing around his room, more nervous than Josh. Aisha and Will watched from Crested Butte with just one ch
Aisha Returns From Europe: Dry Teeth Are a Sign You're Having the Best Time of Your Life
Aisha Praught-Leer is back, tanned, 35,000 steps deep, and full of things to say. Eric Jenkins has been holding it down solo for two weeks. The reunion episode runs long because neither of them wants to stop talking.Discussed in this episode:– The Europe trip: The whole thing was predicated on World Athletics governance meetings in Monaco — the first time Aisha has ever extended one of these trips
LIVE FROM ALI'S BED!
Eric Jenkins is on his second solo week and has recruited his first-ever Off the Rails guest host: Ali Feller, world-renowned podcaster, certified Rail Rider loyalist. They record from Ali’s bed in Hopkinton, NH — Eric's choice of location — after approximately an hour of technical chaos involving dead batteries, two phones and a call to Mac Fleet.In this episode:– Ali’s hospitality: On arriva
Eric's Solo Episode (Late Due To Skinny Margaritas on the Beach Yesterday)
Eric Jenkins is alone. Aisha is somewhere in Europe. He had a beach day yesterday with skinny margaritas, which pushed the recording to Monday morning, and is now having a conversation with himself that you are all privy to. Some people genuinely have no voice in their heads. Eric has multiple voices running simultaneous dialogues all day. This episode is basically that, out loud, for an hour.– Bi
The Franken-Scooter, the Plantar, and the Man With Multiple Piercings In His Nether Regions
Eric Jenkins calls in from Whitefish, Montana dressed in wedding merch, planning a horse ride, slightly winded from a four-mile run. Aisha is home in Boulder, heading back to New York tomorrow, having been everywhere again this week. Discussed in this week's episode:– Montana wedding: Eric is going to ride a horse this afternoon for the first time since age seven– New York / West Side Highway:
The AIU Ruined Gudaf Tsegay's Pregnancy Announcement Photoshoot
Aisha Praught-Leer calls in from Los Angeles before heading to the LA Grand Prix as Eric Jenkins is in New Hampshire fresh off a 38-minute performance at the Market Square Day 10K.Discussed in this episode:– Sports overload: The Knicks, the World Cup, the Stanley Cup, NCAAs, Oslo, Love Island — all happening at the same time. – World Cup vibes: Aisha became a soccer fan in Leuven in 2014 — the Bel
Is This Hyrox or Magic Mike?
Aisha Praught-Leer calls in from Las Vegas on a Monday morning work trip. Eric Jenkins is in New Hampshire, fresh off a baby visit and a Wiz Khalifa concert he forgot to mention.Discussed in this episode: – Aisha in Las Vegas: On a work trip to the NACTA college sports conference. Overstimulated by the blinking lights and twinkling sounds. Not a Vegas girl. Still needs to find one thing she likes
Once We Open the Strait of Hormuz, Race Entry Prices Come Down
Eric is emotionally fragile after a bachelor party in Maine and Aisha is running on fumes after flying to New York, Minneapolis, and back in the span of four days, plus Bolder Boulder. But they're back on the mic for another jam-packed episode.Discussed in this episode:– Eric's transit system hierarchy, where bus and train tied for number one– Bolder Boulder recap: 50,000 people, costumes,
Mental Health Is a River
Aisha Praught-Leer and Eric Jenkins record on Memorial Day weekend with Aisha recording from Los Angeles on three hours of sleep, revived by a Hailey Bieber smoothie from Erewhon brought over by Parker Valby and Emma Coburn.Discussed in this episode:– Aisha recaps her trip to Los Angeles– Aisha talks about what it was like watching Emma Coburn make her return to the steeplechase– Aisha filmed hers
No, Claude, I Don’t Have a Stress Fracture
Discussed in this episode:– Faith Jenkins, winner: Eric's sister Faith won the Margarita 5K in New Hampshire this weekend. A win is a win. Big weekend for the Faiths — Faith Kipyegon and Faith Jenkins, both coming away with 5K victories.– Aisha's screen detox: Deleted Instagram from Saturday through Thursday. Twitter stayed because she needs her track gossip and Giro updates.– Rail Riders
The Controversy Around Eric's Sub-5 + How This Podcast Is Affecting Families
No prepared notes this week, which means full chaos.Discussed in this episode:– Eric's sub-five mile controversy: Someone DM'd Aisha the Strava elevation profile– Aisha is now up to three miles straight at 9,000 feet in Crested Butte; a barre class that cost $25, which was $8 above her personal tipping point.– Giro d'Italia access rage: HBO Max has put live sports behind an additional
Show Me the Athlete Biological Passport, Harry Styles
Aisha Praught-Leer and Eric Jenkins are back in their home studios for a May 3rd episode with a lot on the docket.Discussed in this episode:– Walk-jog redemption arc: Aisha is back on a run streak — five days this week, two days of lifting, all done at a sensible 20 minutes on pure vibes with her nine-year-old lab– Aisha becomes a tech bro– Banksy goes 3D– Tom Cruise confession, Scientology speed-
Maybe They Ran Sub-Two Because the Robots Are Coming for Their Jobs
Aisha Praught-Leer and Eric Jenkins are back in their home studios the Sunday after Boston Marathon weekend and are still buzzing from the first-ever Off the Rails live show but were immediately blindsided by the London Marathon results.Discussed in this episode:– The Boston hangover: How the live show felt like a fever dream, why Aisha couldn't get drunk despite an open bar, and the definitiv
Our First-Ever Live Show In Boston Covered RFK's Raccoon Story, Trump vs. The Pope, and an International Warehouse Full of Piss
Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer go live for the first time — recording in front of a packed house at Dillon's in Boston on the Friday before the 2026 Boston Marathon, with an open bar, a drinking game, merch giveaways, and a special guest.Many thanks to Under Armour for making this happen!Discussed in this episode:– Sharon Lokedi joins live: The reigning Boston Marathon champion and course
Adderall, Artemis, Augusta, Aussie Champs And Aisha's Unpopular Opinion On LA 2028 Tickets
Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer touch base the week before Boston.Discussed in this episode:– Boston live show — final details: Off the Rails Live with Under Armour is Friday, April 17th at Dillon's in Boston. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Ticketholders have their seats; everyone else should come anyway — they're cramming people in like sardines. Also – Chris Chavez hosts a fireside chat wit
We're Doing an Undercover Doping Sting in Kenya But A Safari First Though
Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer are back for an Easter Sunday edition of Off the Rails — recording from Boulder after Aisha narrowly avoided a Donner Party situation in Crested Butte. The Boston live show sold out in hours, track season has officially opened and there is now a buddy cop doping sting operation on the table.Discussed in this episode:Boston live show sold out: Dillon’s on Friday
A Tough Week For UCan, Tiger Woods and Taylor Frankie Paul
Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer are baaaaack!Discussed in this episode:• Off the Rails Live Show announcement: First-ever live event is Friday, April 17 at Dillon’s (955 Boylston Street) at 7 PM, doors at 6:45. Presented by Under Armour — with merch, giveaways, chances to win Velocity Elite 3 shoes, and a bar tab. Limited to 75–100 spots; RSVP link in show notes.GET YOUR SPOT HERE: https://www
Torqued Up After World Indoors + A Special Announcement
Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer get on the mics in the immediate aftermath of the 2025 World Indoor Championships in Poland. This episode also features the first-ever announcement of an Off the Rails live event.Discussed in this episode:• Cooper Lutkenhaus wins the men's 800m at 17, running 1:44.24 – the youngest men's world indoor champion ever in T&F. • Keely Hodgkinson dominates
Why Are You So Concerned About A Protest, Bro + There’s EPO in the Vegetable Drawer
Aisha and Eric are back for a classic Sunday recording session — St. Patrick's Day weekend edition.In this episode:☕ The Mug Situation: Aisha is drinking out of a "Do I look like I fly economy?" mug🏨 The New York Hotel Incident: A retelling of the time Aisha walked off the elevator with all her luggage, returned to the front desk with Marriott status energy, and did not leave until s
A Banner Week For Running Chaos: Running 18 Miles And Getting A Medal Anyway, Release The Kerley Files + My Dog Ate 300mg of Edibles
Aisha and Eric are back for a classic Sunday recording session on International Women's Day edition. There's gym gossip, a dog that went to outer space, a week packed with road running drama, and a voicemail that made Aisha cry on the pod.In this episode:🧴 Gym Glow-Ups & Skincare Discourse🐕 Leuven's Eye Surgery & His Origin Story: Aisha's nine-year-old lab had a minor eye p
Did Anyone Breathalyze The Lead Car At USATF Half Champs?
Championship weekend delivered the chaos and at least one all-time organizational blunder as Aisha and Eric unpack everything from USA Indoors to USATF Half Marathon heartbreak + plus cavities, grills, and why track is never simple.– A full breakdown of the 2026 USA Indoor Championships and why championship racing is gloriously unpredictable– The men’s 1500m chaos: big names vulnerable, NCAA stars
Bubbles Optional
Aisha and Eric are back for another wide-ranging Sunday session covering a big week in track and field, Olympic fever, winter training confessions, and plenty of listener voicemails. Strap in because this one's a long one.In this episode:🏒 Olympic Fever: The episode kicks off with the hosts riding the high of a dramatic US men's hockey gold medal win over Canada in overtime — the country&#
From Black Canyon To BU: Eric Went To An Ultra And Came Back Changed
Eric checks in from Arizona fresh off a weekend immersed in the trail world at Black Canyon Ultra, while Aisha recovers from the Super Bowl and another week of indoor track fireworks. The conversation bounces from ultra culture and Winter Olympics absurdity to record-setting performances.In this episode:– Eric reports live from Arizona after spending the weekend at the Black Canyon Ultra Marathon
Crotchgate May Be The Funniest Scandal In Sports History
Super Bowl Sunday energy collides with Winter Olympic chaos, caffeine withdrawals, Epstein conspiracies and a truly unhinged ski-jumping scandal as Aisha Praught-Leer and Eric Jenkins manage to cover track, culture, and the state of the world… mostly successfully.In this episode:– Super Bowl Sunday as a top-tier cultural event, rooting for vibes over teams and ranking NFL hotties– Why the Super Bo
What's Wrong With Speeding and Betting On Your Teammates?!
Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer are back in person, loitering in the mezzanine of the meet hotel ahead of the Millrose Games:In this week's yap:– The Armory and Jamaican Track and Field is in The Epstein Files– A 16-year-old from New Zealand ran 3:48 for the mile, youth records losing meaning, and why winning still matters– A deep dive into sports bras, altitude lungs, ribcage expansion, a
Surviving A Winter Storm By Watching Worlds Records In Boston & Hoarding Milk
Track is officially back, indoor season is heating up, and the vibes immediately improve despite Storm Fern hitting New England and the chaos of a snowed-in Sunday. In today's episode:– Longevity genes, centenarians, and deciding whether living to 120 actually sounds fun– Training anxiety in the snow, treadmill sign-up Google Docs, and pulling the power cord when someone runs long– Why winter
Zaddies, Doomscrolling And The Indoor Track Stench Factory
We’re officially back and launching the Off The Rails YouTube era (smash that like and subscribe button!) Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer regroup on a Sunday night after a Patriots win, sloppy football, cheeky parlays and FanDuel obligations. Discussed in this episode:– MLK Day, track season officially being back, and the mental shift into indoor racing– A hydration resolution check-in featuri
When Eric Met Beatrice
Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer are back together after Tallahassee and why this was the quickest post-event turnaround in Off The Rails history. Warning: There's somehow a lot of murder talk in this one so if you're someone inclined to DM us about your disapproval of a subject, maybe skip this episode.In this week's episode:– Why the World Cross Country Championships in Tallahasse
Is Pre-Race Sex Just 'Woman Propaganda'?
Off The Rails is officially back for 2026, and Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer waste absolutely no time getting comfortable.The episode opens with New Year’s resolutions (or the lack thereof), including Eric’s sudden commitment to mindfulness and Aisha’s accidental discovery that Diet Pepsi might be the key to peak hydration.Also discussed in this episode:– The rise of hydration culture: Diet
World Cross Is Turning Into A Tough Mudder
It’s the final episode of Off The Rails for 2025.In this episode:– The joy of being home, sleeping in your own bed, and why buying a mattress for your in-laws might be elite holiday behavior– Casper vs. Costco mattresses and Aisha accidentally starting a comfortable sleep revolution– Anti-nap club vs. people with the terrifying ability to nap anywhere, anytime– Snoring horror stories from training
Extremely Concerning Off-Hours Behavior
It’s another holiday-adjacent, slightly sleep-deprived episode of Off The Rails as Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer check in from opposite ends of the country. Eric is fresh off Donovan Brazier’s wedding, while Aisha is deep in Midwest holiday chaos. We're always "one coffee away from a menti-b."In this episode:– The fallout from the Grand Slam Track bankruptcy– The rise of the Pa
Happy Birthday, Aisha! – The Grand Slam Apology That Never Was + The Most Unhinged Post-Race Interview Ever
Between birthday chaos, breaking running news, and a few pop culture detours, Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught Leer cover a lot of ground in this week’s episode.Topics discussed in this week’s episode include:– Being together in Portland around Nike Cross Nationals and what it’s like when the pod records in-person– Aisha’s birthday chaos, including a surprise party bus, brake fluid concerns, and uni
Did We Bomb On Stage For The First Time?
It's a rare occasion where Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer are together in-person to record the podcast. This time, they're in Portland as the CITIUS MAG team partners with NIKE around Nike Cross Nationals.Topics discussed in this week's episode include:– Our experience together in Portland at Nike Cross Country Nationals– Did we tank in our first time on stage?– Ideas that we have
Track and Field's Best And Worst Moments Of 2025 + Our Marathoning Career Is Over Before It Even Started
With another down week of news, we decided to crown the best track and field moments of 2025, according to Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer.This week's topics include:– Thanksgiving reflections, travel mishaps, and the annual debate over Turkey Trots– Eric’s family 5K pacing controversy– The deep anthropology of leftovers, Erewhon and the “rich people grocery store” experience– Homeless vs.
"Shut Up And Coach Your Team" – The Girls Are Fighting! A Dive Into The Recruiting Controversy + NCAA Championship Takes
It’s a six-month anniversary episode (!) and also a chaos-filled, cross-country-heavy, holiday-adjacent, pop-culture-spiraling installment of Off The Rails with Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer. NCAA XC wrapped 15 minutes before recording and the takes are HOT.This week's topics include:– Celebrating six months of Off The Rails (they said it couldn’t be done!)– Early Christmas vibes + Denve
Don’t Let The Epstein Files Distract You About 3 Rounds In 1 Day For The Women’s 100m At The LA Olympics
It's been a quiet-ish week in the track and field world but that won't stop Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer from finding enough to yap about.This week's topics include: – Aisha recaps the 2025 Team Boss Mile and the massive success– Boulder has the nepo babies of running– We'll be at Nike Cross Country Nationals– Elise Cranny to M11 Track Club– Marvin Bracy-Williams has been su
Eliud Kipchoge And Barack Obama In The Mastercard Wave At The NYC Marathon Next Year
Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer are back after a week off, where it was much needed to recover from New York City Marathon week.Among the topics discussed in this week's episode:– We kick things off with some technical difficulties– Post-New York City trip reflections– New Balance folks party HARD – An update on the Jamaican marathon record attempt– Influencers and the NYC Marathon– Grammy
What The Hell? Ruth Chepngetich, Iowa State XC, The Louvre Heist, NBA Gambling, RIP East Wing, Hurricane Melissa and World Teadmill Championships
So much happened that Aisha Praught-Leer put together a What The Hell list from the past week. Among the topics discussed in this week's episode:– Ruth Chepngetich gets BANNED for three years and there's some sketchy texts– The implications of doping in track and field– Iowa State's men's cross country team has some controversy swirling– There's multiple NBA scandals being inve
We Need Help With Our Halloween Costume Ideas
Eric Jenkins made it back from Canada early enough to ensure that there was an Off The Rails episode for the fans.Topics discussed in this week's episode include:– Eric’s adventures in Toronto, including meeting a RailRider mid-race– Traveling and upcoming events– The public’s reaction to Aisha’s marathon goal from the last episode– Halloween plans and costumes– New York Marathon excitement– S
The Behind The Scenes Thrills Of A World Marathon Major Weekend + Eric’s Chicago Marathon 2025 Recap
Aisha Praught-Leer and Eric Jenkins reconnect after the Chicago Marathon and share Eric's highlights from the weekend and his first trip to the Windy City. They discuss the emotional journey of marathon runners, the excitement of major marathons, and the impact of recent doping scandals on the sport.Discussed in this episode:– The Chicago Marathon experience– Live shows can be nerve-wracking b
Let's Talk About Treating Athletes Better
Rise and shine! Eric and Aisha connect early to record an all-new episode because they're dedicated and won't miss a week in your podcast feeds.Topics in this episode include:– Aisha had a wild weekend celebrating a friend's daughter's one-year birthday.– Bear encounters can be both scary and humorous.– Hydration is crucial after a night of partying.– Music news includes Bad Bunny
The Tokyo Comedown Episode
Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer reunite after the 2025 World Championships and the emotional comedown from an amazing nine days of track.Here’s what was discussed in today’s episode:- Catching up- Artistic endeavors can be a form of self-exploration.- Retirement opens up new opportunities for athletes.- Trying new things can slow down the passage of time.- Outdoor activities can enhance mental
The Final Day In Tokyo
Good Morning Track and Field is back! Eric and Mitch join the show as the final day of the World Championships kicks off. Tune in each morning of the championship for predictions, reactions, and some of the buzz in Tokyo.__________📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080 to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not.Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or fo
Rai Benjamin’s DQ Drama + Listener Questions
Good Morning Track and Field is back! Eric and Aisha join the show as day 8 kicks off. Tune in each morning of the championship for predictions, reactions, and some of the buzz in Tokyo.__________📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080 to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not.Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow the show on Spotify to stay up
Fred Kerley to the Enhanced Games, A Shock In The 1500m Final + Rai Benjamin & Karsten Warholm’s Dick-Measuring Contest
Good Morning Track and Field is back! Eric, Aisha, and Mitch join the show as day 6 kicks off. Tune in each morning of the championship for predictions, reactions, and some of the buzz in Tokyo.__________📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080 to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not.Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow the show on Spotify to
Once Addicted To Pokemon Cards And Now All-In On Track Betting
Good Morning Track and Field is back! Eric, Aisha, and Chris join the show as day 5 kicks off. Tune in each morning of the championship for predictions, reactions, and some of the buzz in Tokyo.__________📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080 to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not.Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow the show on Spotify to
Is Mondo Duplantis the greatest track and field athlete of all-time or Usain Bolt? Or Evan Dunfee?
Good Morning Track and Field is back! Eric, Chris, and Mitch join the show as day 4 kicks off. Tune in each morning of the championship for predictions, reactions, and some of the buzz in Tokyo.__________📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080 to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not.Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow the show on Spotify to
We Don’t Hate The Race Walk, We Just Don’t Care About It
Good Morning Track and Field is back! Eric and Chris join the show as day 3 kicks off. Tune in each morning of the championship for predictions, reactions, and some of the buzz in Tokyo.__________📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080 to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not.Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow the show on Spotify to stay up
The Surprises Begin At The World Championships
Good Morning Track and Field is back! Eric and Aisha give some of their takes on the World Championships as day 2 kicks off. Tune in each morning of the championship for predictions, reactions, and some of the buzz in Tokyo.__________📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080 to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not.Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or
Eric’s First Impressions of Tokyo And The World Championships About To Begin
Good Morning Track and Field is back! Eric and Aisha give some of their takes heading into the World Championships as day 1 kicks off. Tune in each morning of the championship for predictions, reactions, and some of the buzz in Tokyo.__________📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080 to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not.Be sure to subscribe on Apple P
Don't You Dare Ask Me About My PRs
It was a slower news week in the track and field world but that doesn’t stop Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer from yappin’.In this episode, Eric and Aisha discuss:– Eric’s anxiety about his upcoming trip to Tokyo and his fear of getting lost– Aisha is taking advantage of her husband Will being out of town– Pop culture news: Cardi B was on trial + Justin Bieber drops another album– What’s Eric’s
What Is A Sport vs. What Is A Skill? Plus: Why Are Track and Field Contracts So Secret?
Happy Labor Day! We didn't take the day off and hopped on the mics for a fresh episode recapping all of the best action from the Diamond League final in Zurich.In this episode, Eric and Aisha discuss:– Aisha's parking garage drama and her husband's unexpected heroics– Is baseball actually a sport? How athletic apparel can influence Aisha's perceptions of athleticism– Eric explains
Why The Diamond League Final Hits Different This Year And We Love It
This year’s Diamond League Final isn’t just a season-ending spectacle — it’s a pathway to Tokyo. Winners take home anywhere from $30,000 to $50,000 and an automatic berth to the 2025 World Championships. With Worlds being held in September, Zurich is suddenly more than a victory lap. It’s a lifeline for stars like Yared Nuguse and Josh Hoey who missed out team spots at the U.S. Championships. The
Our Drug Testing Experiences As Athletes + Some Ideas To Fix Issues
Track action resumed last week with a star-studded Silesia Diamond League and the NACAC Championships. Eric and Aisha are back to discuss the top results while also touching on some more of the recent off-track headlines involving some of the United States' biggest sprint stars.In this episode, Eric and Aisha discuss:– Aisha's rescue mission in Crested Butte– Eric witnessed a man getting t
To Be Clear – We Do Not Condone Violence
Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer are back after a break to recover from the 2025 USATF Outdoor Track and Field Championships.In this episode, Eric and Aisha discuss:– Recapping some of the behind-the-scenes of USAs with the CITIUS MAG team– Eric provides an update on the Astronomer CEO and Sophie Rain– Noah Lyles and Kenny Bednarek's beef escalates and their upcoming rematch– Camille Herron
Good Morning Track and Field | Day 4: We're Hungover After Thrilling 1500m Races + Voicemails: Marry, F, Kill CITIUS MAG Edition
Tune in to Good Morning Track and Field each day of the USATF Outdoor Championships, where Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer give their takes on all the action and happenings in Eugene. 📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080 to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not.Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow the show on Spotify to stay up-to-date
Good Morning Track and Field | Day 3: 1500m and 800m Madness, Nudists In Eugene + Voicemails From Listeners
Tune in to Good Morning Track and Field each day of the USATF Outdoor Championships, where Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer give their takes on all the action and happenings in Eugene. 📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080 to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not.Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow the show on Spotify to stay up-to-date
Good Morning Track and Field: Happy For Emily Infeld, USAs Day 2 Preview + Voicemails: Eric Is Single
Tune in to Good Morning Track and Field each day of the USATF Outdoor Championships, where Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer give their takes on all the action and happenings in Eugene. 📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080 to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not.Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow the show on Spotify to stay up-to-date wit
Day 1 of the U.S. Championships | What We’re Looking Forward To - Grant vs. Nico vs. Graham, Voicemails: Beer Mile vs. Jakob
Tune in to Good Morning Track and Field each day of the USATF Outdoor Championships, where Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer give their takes on all the action and happenings in Eugene. Chris Chavez subs in for Aisha in today's episode to share the events him and Eric are most excited for throughout day 1 of USAs. They also answer tons of listener voicemails: strangest things they've see
Who Will Make Team USA For Tokyo? Your U.S. Championships Preview
The U.S. Championships are finally upon us. Eric and Aisha will be headed to Eugene to jump on as CITIUS MAG's analysts all weekend long. We're also going to be doing a daily morning show from Eugene – Good Morning Track and Field – that will be available to stream, download and listen to after it's done.In this episode Eric and Aisha discuss:– Catching up on Aisha’s trip to Europe, Er
A Big Week For Cheaters! First Astronomer CEO and then Ruth Chepngetich – We Have Thoughts!
What a week! Ruth Chepngetich, the reigning women’s marathon world record holder, has been provisionally suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit after testing positive for the banned diuretic hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ).What you need to know: The positive test came from a 14 March sample, with results showing 3,800 ng/mL of HCTZ — far above the WADA threshold of 20 ng/mL. HCTZ is not a performanc
Why We're On The Verge Of A Meltdown; Tour de France Explained For Runners + Some Trauma Dumping
Content warning: This podcast includes some discussion around disordered eating. If you are struggling with an eating disorder and are in need of support, please call the National Eating Disorders Association Helpline at 1-800-931-2237. For a 24-hour crisis line, text “NEDA” to 741741.------This week's episode has RANGE and these show notes read like Page 1 of a message board.– How Eric and Aisha
Prefontaine Classic Hot Takes; Settling The Joey Chestnut vs. Usain Bolt: Who Could Eat a Hot Dog Then Run The 100m Faster Debate + Diddy Trial Verdict Reactions
"If you see me without my shirt off, get a police officer ASAP."WARNING: Listening to "Off The Rails with Eric and Aisha" while running may result in uncontrollable laughter, side stitches, funny looks from strangers, and the occasional trip hazard due to snort-laughing mid-stride. Proceed with caution—and maybe stretch your abs beforehand. Use caution when wearing earbuds in public places—people
We Need To Talk About Chris Robinson’s Wardrobe Malfunction, Faith Kipyegon’s Sub-4 Attempt + Voicemails From Listeners
"This sport is so close to collapsing."WARNING: Listening to "Off The Rails with Eric and Aisha" while running may result in uncontrollable laughter, side stitches, funny looks from strangers, and the occasional trip hazard due to snort-laughing mid-stride. Proceed with caution—and maybe stretch your abs beforehand. Use caution when wearing earbuds in public places—people will
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