COFFEE CLUB: a running podcast about nothing

This episode was sponsored by Amazfit! https://www.instagram.com/amazfit.global/Use code "COFFEE" at checkout for 15% off: https://us.amazfit.com/?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Video&utm_campaign=CoffeeSpecial Guest:Rocky Hansen: https://www.instagram.com/rocky_hansen_/Thumbnail photography provided by Rocky Hansen.For the full experience, check out this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/paFweMZ5r3AThe Coffee Club Podcast is hosted by Oliver Hoare, George Beamish, and Morgan McDonald: 3 professional runners and olympians who train and live in Boulder, Colorado that compete for the On Athletics Club and On.Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclubpod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Tom Wang: https://www.instagram.com/womtang/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi

This episode was sponsored by Amazfit! https://www.instagram.com/amazfit.global/Use code "COFFEE" at checkout for 15% off: https://us.amazfit.com/?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Video&utm_campaign=Coffee Special Guest: Grant Fisher: https://www.instagram.com/grantfisher_/ GG Voiceover: Sally Beriont: https://www.instagram.com/salbertdesigns/For the full experience, check out this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UguCkXswq_wThe Coffee Club Podcast is hosted by Oliver Hoare, George Beamish, and Morgan McDonald: 3 professional runners and olympians who train and live in Boulder, Colorado that compete for the On Athletics Club and On.Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclubpod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Tom Wang: https://www.instagram.com/womtang/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi

They unpack the Atlanta Half misdirection fiasco, who got hurt and what fairness should look like. They debate USATF selection powers and possible remedies. They recap the drama-packed US Indoors, from tactical 3k and 1500 finishes to surprise winners. They touch on team qualifications, doping updates and a light pop culture tangent about a 90s fashion TV show.

WE'RE COMING TO LOS ANGELES MARCH 7 & 8, COME HANG!!!RSVP HERE: https://forms.gle/CU2h3C5BwqReUFHp7Live in SoCal, racing the LA Marathon, or know somebody who is? We're celebrating the launch of the next generation of Cloudmonsters + LightSpray shoes at the On store in LA and the LA Marathon. See link for more information: https://forms.gle/CU2h3C5BwqReUFHp7For the full experience, check out this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xHc1G725dSoCheckout Morgan's New Sponsor (MORG15 at checkout!): https://phosperformance.com/Thumbnail Photography: https://www.instagram.com/natalia.v.rivas/The Coffee Club Podcast is hosted by Oliver Hoare, George Beamish, and Morgan McDonald: 3 professional runners and olympians who train and live in Boulder, Colorado that compete for the On Athletics Club and On.Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclubpod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Tom Wang: https://www.instagram.com/womtang/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi

Sam Tanner, New Zealand middle-distance runner now with On Oceania and On Athletics Club, shares recent races, training routines, injury management, and his move to Melbourne. Conversation covers racing highlights, training dynamics with fellow Sam Ruthe, travel logistics, and growing media attention. Short, lively tales of fandom, rivalry, and daily life on the road.

Banter about the Millrose Games, travel chaos and snowy pre-meet vibes. A 16-year-old's 3:48 mile and comparisons of teenage training pathways. Drama over a half-marathon ratification and surprise lactate readings after a 5K. Tactical two-mile shifts after a late withdrawal and several standout collegiate and pro performances.

They preview the Millrose mile, two-mile and 800 fields with tactics and pacing talk. They recap big indoor performances, world and national records, and pacing controversies. They share training-camp antics, a waxing prank, casino and mini-golf highlights, and meetup plans for the New York meet.

Ryan Ford, a road-racing specialist who just ran a 59:48 half and is debuting at Boston, shares his rapid rise and training changes. Short, punchy stories cover his Houston breakthrough, high-mileage Chicago buildup, and why training with faster teammates helped. Energetic banter and quickfire fun reveal habits, race plans, and what clicked for his sub-60 performance.

For the full experience, please watch the opening introduction on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/S_wIzRfrVTsIf you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a 5 star review! It helps the pod a lot, and most importantly it helps Gus.Footage was borrowed from Morgan McDonald's channel. Please subscribe to see his upcoming World XC video! https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaChickenSpecial thanks to: Noah Hales (Cinematography) https://www.instagram.com/noahhhales/ Andrew LeMay (Photgraphy) https://www.instagram.com/lemay.photo/ Jack Dickson (Graphics) https://www.instagram.com/laneonegraphics/ Team Australia, Linden Hall, Jack Anstey, Jessica Hull On Running, OAC, coaches and all of our professional support! Jake Wightman, Cole Hocker, Jakob Ingebrigtsen, and Andreas Almgren All of the fans who provided incredible footage and photos. We do not own the rights to music or television coverage. This video is not monetized.The Coffee Club Podcast is hosted by Oliver Hoare, George Beamish, and Morgan McDonald: 3 professional runners and olympians who train and live in Boulder, Colorado that compete for the On Athletics Club and On.Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclubpod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Tom Wang: https://www.instagram.com/womtang/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi

The hosts kick off with New Year plans and a thrilling World Cross preview. They dive into training logistics and tactical roles for relay races, while Morgan reflects on his 10K readiness. Exciting discussions around NCAA controversies and their quirky 'in and out' trends for 2026 follow. The debate heats up around AI coaching versus human guidance. There's laughter over expensive flights and roommate vibes, plus they play a quick food quiz. Ultimately, they celebrate the prominence of cross country and road racing!