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

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

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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Day 3 delivered upsets, dynasties extended, and a mayor in the stands — NYC's Zohran Mamdani made it out to Randall's Island for what has become the sports event of New York's summer, alongside the Knicks' NBA title and the World Cup.

We discuss:

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The sprint finals delivered on every promise. Noah Lyles ran a world-leading 9.79 and Sha'Carri Richardson put on a show in the women's 100m. The 800m prelims produced some genuine surprises.

We discuss:

FINALS:

- Women's 100m — Sha'Carri Richards... more

Start spreading the news… because the U.S. national championship for track and field has officially landed on the East Coast, taking over Randall’s Island and Icahn Stadium for the next four days of action.

As the sun set over the Harlem River, U.S.... more

My guest for today’s episode is Josh Kerr – mile world record holder. On July 18th at the London Diamond League, in front of 60,000 people, Josh ran 3:42.66 to break Hicham El Guerrouj’s record that had stood for 27 years, which was the longest-stand... more

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Marco Langon
21-year-old distance runner, Villanova alumnus, new pro with Diadora
Diadora
Episode: Marco Langon On Turning Pro, Signing With Diadora + Reflections On His NCAA Career At Villanova
Brandon Miller
Winner of the Men's 800 the previous day; Team USA member
Episode: CITIUS MAG | LIVE FROM EUGENE — DAY 2 AT PRE CLASSIC + SPECIAL GUESTS: DAWN STALEY, BRANDON MILLER, COOPER LUTKENHAUS, VAL ALLMAN, & SANDI MORRIS
Sandi Morris
Olympic pole vaulter, world champion, Pre Classic winner
Episode: CITIUS MAG | LIVE FROM EUGENE — DAY 2 AT PRE CLASSIC + SPECIAL GUESTS: DAWN STALEY, BRANDON MILLER, COOPER LUTKENHAUS, VAL ALLMAN, & SANDI MORRIS
Dawn Staley
Head coach, South Carolina women's basketball
University of South Carolina
Episode: CITIUS MAG | LIVE FROM EUGENE — DAY 2 AT PRE CLASSIC + SPECIAL GUESTS: DAWN STALEY, BRANDON MILLER, COOPER LUTKENHAUS, VAL ALLMAN, & SANDI MORRIS
Valerie Saenz
Valerie Saenz, discus thrower
Episode: CITIUS MAG | LIVE FROM EUGENE — DAY 2 AT PRE CLASSIC + SPECIAL GUESTS: DAWN STALEY, BRANDON MILLER, COOPER LUTKENHAUS, VAL ALLMAN, & SANDI MORRIS
Gary Martin
Professional runner, newly signed with Brooks and Brooks Beasts
Brooks
Episode: Gary Martin On Turning Pro And Joining The Brooks Beasts
Tim Rossi
Head of Experiences at Bandit
Bandit
Episode: 2026 Prefontaine Classic Preview
Audrey Werro
800m runner targeting world records
Swiss national team
Episode: This Week In Track & Field: Three Diamond League Records In Paris; Audrey Werro Inches Closer To 800m WR; Femke Bol Goes 1:55; Cam Myers Solos A 3:28; Grant Fisher Gets His First Diamond League Win
Femke Bol
800m athlete experimenting with the event
Team Bol/Flanders/Brand unspecified
Episode: This Week In Track & Field: Three Diamond League Records In Paris; Audrey Werro Inches Closer To 800m WR; Femke Bol Goes 1:55; Cam Myers Solos A 3:28; Grant Fisher Gets His First Diamond League Win

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 Kingdom5 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 States5 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 States5 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.
    Denmark6 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 States6 months ago

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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.

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2026 USATF OUTDOOR CHAMPIONSHIPS PREVIEW
Q: What is Bandit's Unsponsored Project and why is it being brought back for US Outdoors?
Tim Rossi explains that the Unsponsored Project is designed to support athletes who are competing at a high level but lack traditional sponsorship, providing cash for travel and housing, unbranded gear to signal unsponsored status, a release clause, and a platform to tell athletes' stories, with a goal of raising the floor for all competitors.
Josh Kerr On How He Broke The Mile World Record In 3:42.66 | Full Race Recap, Breakdown + Reflections
Q: How did the whiteboard sessions and the Albuquerque meeting influence your final race strategy?
The team used the sessions to lock in the splits and race environment, but Kerr emphasizes that, ultimately, once the plan is set, you must step away from analysis and trust the work, allowing the body to execute the pace and finish.
Josh Kerr On How He Broke The Mile World Record In 3:42.66 | Full Race Recap, Breakdown + Reflections
Q: What did you learn about the balance between preparation and flow state going into a record attempt?
Kerr explains that after months of preparation, the key was to avoid overthinking while trusting the work, staying present, and letting the training carry him to the moment, with the splits and plan locked in but not obsessing over every micro-detail on race day.
Marco Langon On Turning Pro, Signing With Diadora + Reflections On His NCAA Career At Villanova
Q: What convinced you to turn pro and sign with Diadora?
He explains that Diadora took a chance on him when others did not and that the financial and personal fit, including a forward-looking NIL arrangement, made turning pro viable and meaningful beyond college.
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.

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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. Marco Langon
2. Brandon Miller
3. Sandi Morris
4. Dawn Staley
5. Valerie Saenz
6. Gary Martin
7. Tim Rossi
8. Audrey Werro

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