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Obstacle Running Adventures

MStefano Running
Obstacle Course Racing
World's Toughest Mudder
Spartan Race
OCR
Tough Mudder
OCR Community
Hybrid Racing
Mental Health
Savage Race
Podcasting
FIT Challenge
Running
Ultra Running
Obstacle Racing
Spartan Youth Insurance Changes
Community Support
Guinness World Record
Spartan
OCR Expo
Rylan Schadegg

MStefano Running is a group of friends that went outside their comfort zone in 2012 and started training to run in fun runs as well as mud runs and other events. We urge others to get off the couch and go for a run or even a walk. Exercise is great for the mind and body. We hope you enjoy listening to our adventures and consider trying one for yourself.

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Latest Episodes

We saw that Miranda Kielpinski won the first of the USNS Northeast Series races in New Jersey (where we planned to be for coverage) and we knew that we needed to reach out to have her back on the show!

Miranda engages in a variety of fun outdoor ac... more

We reached out to an athlete a month ago after her podium at Jacksonville and invited her on the show, recent weeks have been coverage of local events like the Expo and FIT Challenge so we reconnected for this interview!

Luiza Barteldes Farinha tal... more

Back to cover another FIT Challenge but this one was bittersweet! Robb McCoy has stated that he will be stepping away from the events and brand that he founded over a decade ago and that Darlene Gaudet will be taking over but keeping him as an adviso... more

Another very successful New England OCR Expo! Mike may be a bit biased because he has been on the board of directors for this event for the past few years but we had the chance to talk to many vendors, athletes, and other participants who back up the... more

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Recent Guests

Luisa Barteldes Farinha
Elite OCR athlete; dancer turned runner
OCR athlete (spartan/savage circuits), worked with Knox coach Ryan Atkins
Episode: 485. Spartan USNS South Series, and Boston Marathon Prep with Luiza Barteldes Farinha!
Robb McCoy
Founder of Fit Challenge, OCR race director
Fit Challenge
Episode: 484. FIT Challenge 2026 with Athletes, Robb McCoy, and Darlene Gaudet!
Darlene Gaudet
New owner taking over Fit Challenge operations
Fit Challenge
Episode: 484. FIT Challenge 2026 with Athletes, Robb McCoy, and Darlene Gaudet!
Nicole Kinney
Athlete from Danvers, MA
Fit Challenge participant
Episode: 484. FIT Challenge 2026 with Athletes, Robb McCoy, and Darlene Gaudet!
Jamie Gillen
racer from Hillsborough, NH
OCR community member
Episode: 484. FIT Challenge 2026 with Athletes, Robb McCoy, and Darlene Gaudet!
Karl Hohenstein
racer from Chelmsford, MA
OCR community member
Episode: 484. FIT Challenge 2026 with Athletes, Robb McCoy, and Darlene Gaudet!
Becky Anacone
Dana Farber Marathon Challenge fundraiser, Boston Marathon participant
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Episode: 482. New England OCR Expo 2026! (Part 1: Vendors)
Jen Ann
Moon Phoenix Rising writer and Oscar Mike advocate
Oscar Mike Foundation
Episode: 482. New England OCR Expo 2026! (Part 1: Vendors)
Tyler Mocession
Neighborhood Ninjas representative
Neighborhood Ninjas
Episode: 482. New England OCR Expo 2026! (Part 1: Vendors)

Hosts

Michael Stefano
Co-host and central figure, active OCR competitor and race coverage host; long-running voice of the show with a hands-on approach to events.
Kaitlyn Ritter
Co-host known for interview prowess, event coverage at venues, and engaging audience banter; anchors the show with warmth and practical OCR insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • Please stop blaspheming God’s name

    Love the interviewing. Love the current event reporting on OCR near and far. Please stop blaspheming God’s name. I stopped listening to Matthew Davis because of his classless cussing and blasphemy.

    QUESTION: Must I do the same here?

    ANSWER (10/20/2024): yes. Your amateur behavior regarding my feedback is classless. I’m hoping there’s a professional OCR show out there, because this one (despite the great info given) doesn’t fit the bill.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Die2myself
    United States2 years ago
  • 400 Episodes! Congratulations!

    Updated review: Mike and Katelyn have been crushing it for over seven years now. Congratulations you guys. Keep up the good work and I’m looking forward to 400 more episodes from you two. Five starrrrrrrs!

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    Mike, his female co-host Katelyn, and their friends talk about their running exploits and do interviews with other runners. They're doing races from 5k color runs to Spartan OCR's.

    Even if you've never run a Tough Mudder and don't ever plan on doing World's Toughest Mudder you'll find so... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Will326326
    United States2 years ago
  • Old & New…

    Old 8/2022…Just listened to your guys last episode, really good I really appreciate what you guys do. I usually listen to you on Spotify but came over here to leave a review.

    I thought I wrote a review a couple years ago and it looks like the last one never was sent. 😩

    Anyway, getting ready to run Monterey Super this weekend, and I think it is very cool that you guys go over all the podiums (those names are crazy!!!). Also appreciate the interviews of elite OCR athletes, kinda hard to fin... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alltakennicknames11
    United States2 years ago
  • Awesome podcast with excellent live event coverage!

    Mike and his team really go above and beyond with their live event coverage and interviews. Great quality, excellent questions and they cover a wide variety of topics! He's also nice enough to film you completing obstacles in the middle of the night! 10/10 recommend 🤘🏻🤘🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dope Scorsese
    United States2 years ago
  • Good stuff

    They may not say it anymore, but this is the most consistent OCR podcast. Look it up. Like clockwork; the clock bares 12:00 at noon… Also at midnight… Or if the power went out recently and you haven’t re set it. Time is a construct. So too this podcast posts good episodes reliably on schedule. Humble hosts. The struggle to pronounce racer names is always charming. OCR still has a pulse and podcasts like this are an important part of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WhitB90
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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The hosts are consistently praised for their relaxed, down-to-earth banter and strong interview skills.
The show is seen as a reliable, welcoming hub for the OCR and running communities.
Listeners value the live event coverage and depth on elite athletes and race logistics.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#214
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#239
Germany/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#80
Philippines/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#99
China/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#236
South Africa/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

475. Hybrid Racing, Fitfarm, Little Loop Ultra, OFX, and More with Bethany McChesney!
Q: What do you have planned for the upcoming season?
I'm focusing on a few trail races this year and want to return to running more seriously, having signed up for the Canadian 50K trail championships.
475. Hybrid Racing, Fitfarm, Little Loop Ultra, OFX, and More with Bethany McChesney!
Q: What was your experience as a gym owner during COVID?
It was tough; I opened my gym just months before the lockdown, and recovering after was harder than during. Many clients didn't return post-lockdown.
475. Hybrid Racing, Fitfarm, Little Loop Ultra, OFX, and More with Bethany McChesney!
Q: How did you find obstacle course racing?
After struggling with running injuries, I discovered OCR through a friend who was a Spartan athlete and found it merged my interests in running and strength elements.
474. Abominable Snow Race, World's Toughest Mudder, and More with Sarah Tucker!
Q: What made you want to combine ultra running and OCR?
Sarah expressed that combining both is the best of both worlds: running for long distances while tackling obstacles adds challenge and fun.
474. Abominable Snow Race, World's Toughest Mudder, and More with Sarah Tucker!
Q: How did your interest start to sway towards CrossFit?
Sarah mentioned she began CrossFit as she felt she was outgrowing her previous workout style and wanted to incorporate more heavy barbell work.

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The show centers on obstacle course racing, running, and endurance adventures, blending race coverage, race-week insights, and in-depth interviews with elite OCR athletes, event directors, and fitness personalities. Hosts consistently explore race strategy, training, gear, and community storytelling, with a strong emphasis on local to national OCR events, inclusivity in fitness, and behind-the-scenes perspectives from the race circuit. A standout is the hosts' hands-on involvement—covering events live, interviewing athletes at venues, and highlighting charitable and hybrid-format initiatives—creating a practical, motivational resource for runners and OCR fans alike.

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Recent guests on Obstacle Running Adventures include:

1. Luisa Barteldes Farinha
2. Robb McCoy
3. Darlene Gaudet
4. Nicole Kinney
5. Jamie Gillen
6. Karl Hohenstein
7. Becky Anacone
8. Jen Ann

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