Steep Ravine...Deep Thoughts About Running

Episode 38: In search of Rosa Mota and Carlos Lopes

Join Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank as they welcome back special guest Jim Scattini in this episode of the Steep Ravine Podcast. Matt and Jim join from Lisbon after an unsuccessful quest to find Portuguese marathon icons Rosa Mota and Carlos Lopes. Dave gives an update on his prep for the upcoming Club Cross Country Nationals in Tacoma. And the trio runs down the latest high school cross country results. 

Episode 37: Ruth Chepngetich goes under 2:10 in Chicago Marathon!!

Welcome to the latest episode of the Steep Ravine Podcast with Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank. Dave kicks it off with deep insights into how he orchestrates six different groups of high school runners at the same time with a magical stop watch. They then cover the latest distance running results with their typical meandering commentary.
 

Episode 36: Dave's Portland Marathon experience, 200-mile relay racing, and Reunion Runs

In this episode, Matt and Dave chat about Dave's recent Portland Marathon experience, the glory days of racing the Hood to Coast and California Relays, and they reach agreement that the proper distance for an annual XC Team Reunion race is 10 miles. 

Episode 35: Dave is Days Away from his Portland Marathon

In this episode, Dave recounts his final preparations for an imminent marathon. Then Dave and Matt chat about the latest XC results at both high school and college level.

Episode 34: Lifelong Running Bonds and High School Cross-Country Highlights

In this episode, Matt and Dave catch up on their latest adventures, including Matt's annual gathering with his college teammates, a tradition that has kept them close for nearly 40 years.

Episode 33: Dave's in shape

Matt and Dave wander around a lot on this one, but eventually get to some good running stuff.

Episode 32: The Real Origin Story of Cal Poly XC

Welcome to the 32nd episode of the Steep Ravine Podcast! Join hosts Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank as Matt recounts how Cal Poly Cross Country began back in 1948. They also bask in the sublime sound of their new podcast intro music. And eventually they get around to discussing the latest track and cross country news.

Episode 31: A Cross-Country Kickoff and Diamond League Dynamics

In this episode of the Steep Ravine Podcast, Matt Wilkinson and Dave Frank dive into the early high school cross-country season. Dave shares his experiences coaching at a high school meet, recounting the excitement of seeing young athletes compete and reconnecting with old friends and colleagues. They also honor the memory of Joe Mallon, a beloved track and field fan who recently passed away.

Episode 30: Track Season Continues After the Olympics and People are Still Running FAST!

This week, Dave provides a glimpse into his Portland Marathon prep (only 6 weeks away). Then Matt and Dave roll straight into the Lausanne and Silesia Diamond League meets, where to their amazement, red hot track performances continue unabated after the Olympic closing ceremonies.

Episode 29: Steep Ravine Conducts Night School in Olympic Track & Field

Scattini is back with Matt and Dave to close out the Olympic coverage. Jim's passionate remarks about the US Mens 4x100M relay fit perfectly with the French venue! The casual track and field enthusiast will definitely learn some things from this one.