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Best Day Ever W/ Kara and Rudy

Kara Winger and Rudy Winkler
Hammer Throw
Discus Throw
Javelin
Alexander Young
Discus
Chuk Enekwechi
Kim Kreiner
Track and Field
Tokyo Olympics
Mac Wilkins
Pre-Fontaine Classic
Jillian Camarena-Williams
Best Day Ever (concept)
Olympics
Training Camps
Laulauga Tausaga-Collin
Doha
Olympic Trials 2021
Mountain Games
Hayward Field

So much of sport happens when the cameras are off. Athletes are measured by their athletic performance with medals, trophies, records, and podiums. But what are the moments that make those moments possible? What if athletes put more worth into the lead-up, the behind-the-scenes, the personal victory that meant more than any fan might know that it did? If you asked an athlete, what would they say i... more

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Payton Otterdahl is one of the top shot putters in the world and one of the most consistent competitors of his generation. A two-time Olympian and World Championship finalist, Payton has spent years establishing himself among the elite in one of the ... more

Jill Camarena-Williams' is one of the greatest shot putters in history. She took a stellar career at Stanford long past her collegiate days to make statements across the globe both indoor and outdoor.

As a two-time Olympian (Beijing 2008 finalist) an... more

Kim Kreiner’s stellar and US-dominant javelin career spanned a change in the implement in 1999, and took her from Ohio to across the whole world. She broke the American Record nine times throughout her 2x Olympic, Pan American Games-winning, and glob... more

Chuk Enekwechi is one of the top shot putters in the world and the greatest the event has ever seen from Nigeria. A three-time Olympian and the African record holder, Chuk has spent years competing against the very best in the world, consistently pro... more

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Jillian Camarena-Williams
Two-time Olympian, Women's Throws Coach, former World Championship competitor
Utah Valley University (coach)
Episode: Ep 14 - Jill Camarena-Williams' Best Day Ever
Kim Kreiner
Former javelin thrower; two-time Olympian; long-time competitor and coach
American javelin athlete
Episode: Ep 13 - Kim Kreiner's Best Day Ever
Chuk Enekwechi
Two-time African champion, Commonwealth medalist in shot put; Nigerian record holder; elite international competitor
Chuk Enekwechi
Episode: Ep 12 - Chuk Enekwechi's Best Day Ever
Matthew Denny
Australian discus thrower, world-class athlete
Australian national team / professional athlete
Episode: Ep 11 - Matt Denny's Best Day Ever
Mac Wilkins
Four-time Olympian, discus world-record holder
Former athlete, discus
Episode: Ep 10 - Mac Wilkins' Best Day Ever
Alexander Young
Hammer thrower, Olympian
United States
Episode: Ep 9 - Alex Young's Best Day Ever
Tripp Piperi
Shot put athlete, youngest guest so far, discussed as a long-time competitor and rising star
USA Track & Field
Episode: Ep 8 - Tripp Piperi's Best Day Ever
DeAnna Price
Three-time Olympic hammer thrower, American record holder, world-class athlete
USATF / athlete
Episode: Ep 7 - DeAnna Price's Best Day Ever
Curtis Thompson
American javelin thrower
Mississippi State; international competitor
Episode: Ep 6 - Curtis Thompson's Best Day Ever

Hosts

Kara Winger
Olympian and American Record Holder; host focusing on performance, mindset, and personal stories.
Rudy Winkler
Olympian; co-host and guest on episodes, renowned hammer thrower with emphasis on resilience and teamwork.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 6 ratings
  • a very fun and entertaining podcast

    it’s like listening in on good friends catching each other up on big moments in their lives, except these friends happen to be world class athletes and some of their moments can be found in the record books. it’s very cool to hear about their highs and lows, their practice sessions, how they spend their down time on the road, which fellow athletes they hang with, etc. it’s the “how i built this” of track and field with a twist.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bernie han
    United States4 months ago
  • Two of the best

    Two of the most amazing throwers that America has ever produced. The great part is getting to hear what it’s really like behind all the curtains and away from the cameras.. This is going to be an awesome podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Doug Grezeszak
    United States4 months ago
  • Very exciting!

    Very exciting to see 2 greats host a show about great days! I’ll be listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TBTF !
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners enjoy hearing about friendships and camaraderie among elite athletes.
Audience praise authentic storytelling and behind-the-scenes athlete moments.
Many appreciate practical mindset and preparation takeaways for athletes and fans alike.
Quality guest lineup and insightful, candid conversations come up frequently.

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Ep 10 - Mac Wilkins' Best Day Ever
Q: What do you consider Mac Wilkins' best day ever?
The guests suggest a day that combines peak performance with the context of his career and personal milestones, including a day with multiple PRs or a qualifying-round performance that felt inevitable given preparation, while acknowledging the lasting joy of the community and mentorship that surrounds the sport.
Ep 6 - Curtis Thompson's Best Day Ever
Q: Can you describe what made your 87-meter throw feel like a turning point?
He explains the build-up with Coach Justice, the deliberate run-up adjustments, and the relief and confidence that followed finally achieving consistency after a period of doubt, illustrating how preparation translates into peak performance.
Ep 6 - Curtis Thompson's Best Day Ever
Q: What is your Best Day Ever?
Curtis predicts the Tokyo podium moment as his Best Day Ever, while acknowledging that multiple moments over the years—like his 87-meter breakout and NCAA victories—also rank highly, but the Tokyo podium stands out for its historical significance and team context.
Ep 12 - Chuk Enekwechi's Best Day Ever
Q: What do you consider your Best Day Ever so far?
Chuk describes the Pre-Fontaine Classic 2025 as his Best Day Ever, a culmination of a perfect lead-up, emotional motivation from personal milestones, and a breakthrough performance that finally placed him at or near his peak distance after years of hard work and setbacks.
Ep 13 - Kim Kreiner's Best Day Ever
Q: What is your best day ever?
Kim Kreiner describes multiple days as potential best days, with emphasis on the 2006 national championship where she not only won but set the American record, performed in front of family, and felt an extraordinary sense of achievement. She notes the importance of the environment, the support system, and the significance of achieving milestones on home soil, and also discusses earlier career moments such as Pan American gold and a standout 6419 throw in Fortaleza.

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This show centers on the moments athletes consider their Best Day Ever, with guests primarily from track and field sharing not just peak performances but the lead-up, travel, training, and human moments behind them. Conversations blend personal stories, teamwork, family support, injuries, and mindset, offering a human-centric view of elite sport beyond medals and records. Noteworthy is how the format leans into retrospectives, mentorship, and community, often highlighting how relationships, coaching changes, and preparation shape unforgettable days and lasting impact.

Listeners are likely drawn to intimate athlete storytelling, practical mindset and preparation takeaways, and behind-the-scenes life in high-performance sports. The show ofte... more

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1. Jillian Camarena-Williams
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3. Chuk Enekwechi
4. Matthew Denny
5. Mac Wilkins
6. Alexander Young
7. Tripp Piperi
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