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The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field Show

CITIUS MAG
World Championships
Boston Marathon
Track and Field
Olympics
Running
Diamond League
Tokyo
Marathon Training
New York City Marathon
Grand Slam Track
Faith Kipyegon
Noah Lyles
Olympic Games
NCAA
Tokyo World Championships
USATF Outdoor Championships
World Cross Country Championships
World Indoor Championships
Athing Mu
800 Meters

Track and field's biggest names on the track, in the coaching ranks and within the industry sit down and open up in-depth to share brilliant insights and vivid snapshots from their professional/personal accomplishments and experiences in the sport. Hosted by CITIUS MAG founder Chris Chavez. The show was named one of "The Best Running Podcasts" by Runner's World. ▶ Visit CITIUSMAG.com ▶ Twi... more

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Disclaimer: Both Chris and Kyle were watching the Knicks when multiple big track performances happened, so some of the detail recall is shakier than usual. No regrets.

Discussed in this episode:

– Knicks NBA Champions: Chris and Kyle grew up as New... more

Three more collegiate records fell on the final day of the 2026 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, bringing the total for the most insane week anyone has ever seen to nine.

Dejanea Oakley and Adaejah Hodge, who are roommates for the week, b... more

Another pair of collegiate records fell inside Hayward Field on Friday night at Day 3 of the 2026 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships. Alabama’s Samuel Ogazi cemented himself as the greatest quarter-miler to ever grace the NCAA, winning the 40... more

Georgia freshman Adaejah Hodge did her best to put Ja’Kobe Tharp’s historic hurdles race out of viewers minds today on Day 2 of the NCAA NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships. In the 100m, Hodge shattered Sha’Carri Richardson’s collegiate record... more

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Recent Guests

Marc Schreiber
President of the St. Louis Sports Commission; Operational Lead on the bid
St. Louis Sports Commission
Episode: Why St. Louis Was Selected To Host The 2028 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials, Beating Out Phoenix | Ft. USATF CEO Max Siegel, Jackie Joyner-Kersee + Marc Schreiber Of The St. Louis Sports Commission
Max Siegel
CEO of USA Track and Field
USATF
Episode: Why St. Louis Was Selected To Host The 2028 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials, Beating Out Phoenix | Ft. USATF CEO Max Siegel, Jackie Joyner-Kersee + Marc Schreiber Of The St. Louis Sports Commission
Jackie Joyner-Kersee
Olympic champion; co-chair of the Organizing Committee
USATF/Organizing Committee
Episode: Why St. Louis Was Selected To Host The 2028 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials, Beating Out Phoenix | Ft. USATF CEO Max Siegel, Jackie Joyner-Kersee + Marc Schreiber Of The St. Louis Sports Commission
Julien Alfred
Sprint athlete featured in Rome Diamond League preview
USA Track & Field / professional sprinter
Episode: This Week In Track & Field: Rabat Diamond League Takeaways + Rome & Stockholm Preview As Keely Hodgkinson, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden And Noah Lyles Are In Action
Keely Hodgkinson
British middle-distance runner, discussing the Rome 400m bid
Great Britain / UK Athletics
Episode: This Week In Track & Field: Rabat Diamond League Takeaways + Rome & Stockholm Preview As Keely Hodgkinson, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden And Noah Lyles Are In Action
Melissa Jefferson-Wooden
American sprinter ahead of Rome Diamond League 200m
USA Track & Field
Episode: This Week In Track & Field: Rabat Diamond League Takeaways + Rome & Stockholm Preview As Keely Hodgkinson, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden And Noah Lyles Are In Action
Sam Blaskowski
Sprinter and athlete, post-collegiate competitor
Star Athletics
Episode: Meet Sam Blaskowski: The D3 Kid Who Just Ran 9.89 For 100m
Emma Grace Hurley
Asics athlete and road racer
Heartland Track Club / Usatf team
Episode: Emma Grace Hurley On Her Breakout 2025 & 2026 Seasons, Making Team USA For World Road Running Championships, Breaking An American Record + Anticipation For Her Marathon Debut
Charles Hicks
Nike athlete, Stanford alum, former NCAA cross country champion
Nike
Episode: Charles Hicks After Running 2:04:35 For The Second-Fastest Marathon In American History | 2026 Boston Marathon Recap + Reflections

Hosts

Chris Chavez
Host and founder of the show, known for in-depth analysis, data-driven race breakdowns, and industry storytelling.
Preet Majithia
Co-host and analyst on the podcast; provides analytics-driven insights and European/international perspective.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • Hard to listen to

    Was once an ok show, but with each passing episode, it becomes harder to listen to without feeling in some way lectured to about something political or extremely liberal. Very unenjoyable now and won’t be coming back. Runners, there are other podcasts out there.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Justanotherrunner80
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Awesome show

    Don’t fine players for celes trust. Let the ja morants. Morant, it’s entertaining and habz can deal like any pro.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JamdaHamRUNs
    United States4 months ago
  • Chris Chavez practices what he preaches!

    I’ve been a listener for a while now, enjoy nerding out while I hear Chris and Preet break down race performances and speculate on future ones. Love the data driven estimates but also the intuition of the hosts. Imagine my surprise while I was doing my long run on the Central Park loop and I look up and see Chris running towards me looking while his voice was in my ear!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah Alaska
    United States4 months ago
  • Great Athletics podcast

    I really appreciate the Citius Mag podcast and being a European based fan also the fact that you include an international view on the sport

    The podcast is off cause basically US focused, but I really enjoy the weekly summary show where you are focusing on the international picture of our sport. I really enjoy the inclusion of Preet Majithia, who ensure the European angle. I understand Preet is a relative newcomer to the sport, and as such I find his analysis (also of the more technical aspects, ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sten Ho.
    Denmark4 months ago
  • Want to be a fan

    I used to love this podcast… And really want to again! But the amount of times Chris says “I guess” to prompt a question has made it so hard to listen. At least 50x a pod. You’re great Chris. And you know a lot. Don’t need to guess!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    You_Knowww
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the data-driven breakdowns and deep dives into race strategy.
Fans value international perspectives and the blend of analytics with storytelling.
Some feedback notes a perceived political leaning in episodes; overall positives dominate.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#6
United States/Sports/Running
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#30
Canada/Sports/Running
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#37
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#23
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#85
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#88
Germany/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Emma Grace Hurley On Her Breakout 2025 & 2026 Seasons, Making Team USA For World Road Running Championships, Breaking An American Record + Anticipation For Her Marathon Debut
Q: How did you decide to commit to the road, and why Indianapolis with Amy and Andrew Begley?
They had already shown a long-term commitment to her development and provided a vision that aligned with her goals, making it feel like the clear path forward.
Emma Grace Hurley On Her Breakout 2025 & 2026 Seasons, Making Team USA For World Road Running Championships, Breaking An American Record + Anticipation For Her Marathon Debut
Q: What was the biggest lesson from the chaos in Atlanta and how did you recover?
The key was to get back to running and let the results come as a result of consistent training, rather than fixating on the chaotic event itself.
Sharon Lokedi On Repeating As Boston Marathon Champion
Q: What sparked your surge between 35K and 40K that defined the race?
I followed the car, kept my rhythm, and used the lead car as my focal point, pushing forward when the moment felt right and staying patient until the right stretch opened up for me.
🚨 EMERGENCY PODCAST 🚨 Sub-2! Sabastian Sawe Runs 1:59:30 Marathon World Record In London
Q: What was your initial reaction when you realized Sawe had broken two hours?
We were stunned and had to process the splits, with the knowledge that Kejelcha stayed with him, making it a true race to the finish rather than a lone record attempt.
Clayton Young After Running 2:05:41 At The 2026 Boston Marathon And The Mantra Of “Fresh, Flow, Fearless, and Faith” | Race Recap + Reflection
Q: What did the three words fresh, flow, fearless mean to you at the start line?
Fresh meant entering the race with a condensed, intense build yet feeling capable; flow referred to executing through hills and surges smoothly, and fearless was about attacking the final 10K with resolve and tapping into faith as a final multiplier.

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A data-driven, insider-facing track and field show that blends race analysis with athlete interviews, coaching insights, and industry logistics. Episodes often dissect recent meets, strategic decisions, and the evolving sport economy, while peppering in sponsor reads and behind-the-scenes perspectives on media coverage, gear, and race-day tactics. Noteworthy is the mix of deep technical breakdowns with informal banter among hosts and recurring guests, providing both practical takeaways for athletes and actionable context for brands and marketers exploring track and field storytelling.

Listeners typically come from running communities, coaching, or sports media, and the show stands out for its rigorous analysis, hands-on expertise, and inte... more

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1. Marc Schreiber
2. Max Siegel
3. Jackie Joyner-Kersee
4. Julien Alfred
5. Keely Hodgkinson
6. Melissa Jefferson-Wooden
7. Sam Blaskowski
8. Emma Grace Hurley

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