Happy Birthday, Aisha! – The Grand Slam Apology That Never Was + The Most Unhinged Post-Race Interview Ever

Between birthday chaos, breaking running news, and a few pop culture detours, Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught Leer cover a lot of ground in this week’s episode.Topics discussed in this week’s episode include:– Being together in Portland around Nike Cross Nationals and what it’s like when the pod records in-person– Aisha’s birthday chaos, including a surprise party bus, brake fluid concerns, and unintended emotional damage– Sagittarius traits, astrology skepticism, and why they're both “26 again”– The Valencia Marathon: standout performances, crossover athletes, and what makes Valencia the place to run fast– The latest fallout from Grand Slam Track filing for bankruptcy and why the athletes are paying the biggest price– What a real apology from Grand Slam leadership should sound like– Lindsey Vonn’s shocking return to World Cup skiing at age 41 and why Aisha is now fully locked in for the Winter Olympics– Sinclair Johnson’s American record at the Hawaii Mile and how wild it is to run that fast with a hairpin turn– BU going absolutely nuclear to open the indoor season (Josh Hoey, Jane Hedengren, and more)– Marco Langon’s all-time unhinged post-race interview and why March NCAA Championships just got way more interesting– Making it onto your husband’s lock screen after 13 years together– Netflix discourse, must-watch shows, and whether great series get lost in the algorithm– The Diddy documentary, hip-hop history, and opinions on it📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080‬ to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it’s running-related or not.📲 Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow the show on Spotify to stay up-to-date with all the latest episodes.Follow your hosts on Instagram:🗣️ Follow Eric Jenkins: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@_ericjenkins⁠⁠⁠⁠🗣️ Follow Aisha Praught-Leer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@aishapraughtleerSUPPORT OUR SPONSORS🏃 WAHOO: The KICKR RUN isn’t just another treadmill; it’s a complete rethink of indoor running. With Dynamic Pacing, it automatically adjusts to your stride—no buttons, no breaking form, just pure running freedom. Its Terrain Simulation makes the deck feel like a track or trail, while lateral tilt mimics real-world conditions so you’re always prepared for race day. So whether you’re chasing your first half-marathon finish, a marathon PR, or your next trail adventure, the KICKR RUN is built to help you Run Your Run. Check it all out at ⁠⁠⁠WahooFitness.com⁠⁠⁠ and use code CITIUS at checkout.----⚠️ WARNING ⚠️Listening to “Off The Rails with Eric and Aisha” while running may result in uncontrollable laughter, side stitches, funny looks from strangers, and the occasional trip hazard due to snort-laughing mid-stride. Proceed with caution—and maybe stretch your abs beforehand. Use caution when wearing earbuds in public places—people will wonder if you’re okay. You are. You’re just having a really good time.