The Kick: A Runner’s Podcast

Trenton Sandler on Why He’s Leaving LSU & His Vision for the Next Chapter

One of the biggest names in the NCAA just entered the transfer portal, and today he joins The Kick to break it all down. After a strong progression in the mile from 4:19 down to 4:00 at LSU, Trenton Sandler opens up about the difficult decision to leave a program that helped him find success. We discuss his relentless pursuit of the sub-4-minute mile, his long-term aspirations for the 2028 Olympic Trials, and the realities of balancing an elite track career with a massive social media presence. Hosted by Will Loggia.

She Shattered a 1500m School Record by 4 Seconds: How Elizabeth Whaley is Leading Wake Forest’s Rise

Elizabeth Whaley just shattered the Wake Forest 1500m school record, clocking a 4:09.78 on her home track. Today she joins The Kick to recap the path to that historic performance—paved through bone injuries, hours of cross training, and a pivotal moment in high school where she almost walked away from the sport entirely. Now a senior and team captain, her journey to becoming a quintessential student-athlete leader is one of the most compelling stories in the NCAA. In this episode, she opens up about her running story and shares her goals for the homestretch of her collegiate career.

She Ran a Half Marathon on a Stress Fracture | Why Raizel Pongracz Refuses to Quit

What does it take to truly be a grinder? Ask Raizel Pongracz. On today’s episode of The Kick, we sit down with an athlete who is currently balancing a psychology degree, two jobs, and an insane racing schedule that includes Hyrox, Marathons, and Ultras. She’s currently prepping for a marathon and an ultra just 6 days apart. This episode is pure inspiration. If you want a spark in chasing your next big goal, Raizel’s perspective on seeking out the challenges will fire you up.

Beating Cole Hocker & Dominating The Big East | Jesse Hamlin’s Historic NCAA Career

Fresh off a 5th-place finish in the chaotic, DQ-filled 2026 NCAA Indoor 3,000m final, Jesse Hamlin joins The Kick to break down that historic race and his incredible collegiate career as a whole. Jesse spent his collegiate career at Butler University quietly stacking All-American performances. He recently made history as the first runner in Big East history to win the 5K, Mile, and 4x800m in a single conference championship. And oh yeah, he took down Olympic Gold Medalist Cole Hocker in a high school mile. If you’ve ever felt overlooked or wondered how to build a world-class career outside of the "big name" programs, Jesse’s blueprint is an inspiring story you need to hear. Hosted by Will Loggia.

The 3:50 Miler Who Almost Walked Away | How Wes Porter Landed A Professional Under Armour Contract

He was about to start a career in financial consulting. Now he’s one of the fastest milers in American history. Today, Wes Porter joins The Kick to break down his meteoric rise in the professional running world. The UVA grad takes us inside his experience with Under Armour, sharing what it’s like to mix it up with Olympic gold medalists and represent Team USA. Hosted by Will Loggia.