Two Gomers Podcast

We were so sad to hear about the passing of America’s Coach Jeff Galloway this past Wednesday at the age of 80. Jeff was so important to our own running journeys, as his Run-Walk-Run method has gotten us out on the streets and trails and over finish lines again and again. We will miss Jeff so much, and he will always be in our hearts as we continue to run (walk-run) into and beyond our middle age. To honor him we decided to rerelease our interview with Jeff from July 2022. Topics range from pro-walking to winning marathons to exercise psychology to the history of running for fitness in America. And in our closing segment “Jeff Galloway, Block Deflector,” we lob excuses at the master and he batts them away without breaking a sweat. It is truly a thing to behold. We love you Jeff! And Happy Run-Walk-Running, Gomernation. Subscribe to the Bonus Disc for up to four bonus episodes per month, and find our 2025 Specials here: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

And it’s another season of the Two Gomers Podcast in the books! In this, the final episode, the guys talk about what happened after the race, some thoughts on the season at large, and a couple announcements about what’s next. And as always, a ton of fun stuff along the way! Thanks for joining us this season, everyone, and happy running! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc for up to four bonus episodes per month, and find our 2025 Specials here: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

Well, it all came down to this: in our final GomeRewind, we revisit the episode that ended it all! Until we started again in Season 2, of course. It’s been so fun to look back as we’ve moved forward this season, GomerNation – thanks for coming along with us on the run! Our present-day Season 13 Finale is coming next Friday! Happy Listening! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers

Weeeeeeee did it! And we mean WE! Like, the Two Gomers! Did it! After 17 years, we got back out and ran the Arizona Rock N’ Roll Half Marathon together. In this, our Race in Review ep, we talk about the lead up to the race and the race itself. What was different than Season 1? What was the same? What were the ups and downs? How do we feel? And most importantly, what did we eat? Join us next week for the Season 1 GomeRewind Season Finale, and the following week for Season 13’s! Happy running! Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Subscribe to the Bonus Disc for up to four bonus episodes per month, and find our 2025 Specials here: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

Weeeee did it (for the first time)! And there’s so much fun in this, our very first Race in Review. Here’s what to look forward to: Star Trek is crappy-looking up close Bockhop didn’t know we were going out of the country Mid-ep reveal that this recording is actually take two We get recognized at the race expo Erin thinks we need to refine our burger pallet Gomers 1 and 2 drive Gomer 3 crazy…and I (Steven) feel so bad about this now Tons of lube chat Steven takes Anthony’s non-famous plate of food into the portapotty and Anthony still ate it We stopped SO MUCH on the race A tease that there will be a Season 2 Our present-day Race in Review is coming next Friday! Happy Listening! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers

It’s finally here. Or did it come fast? We can’t tell, but what we can do is talk through our upcoming (in two days!) Half Marathon in this Race in Preview episode! We take a note from our Season 1 selves and discuss the lead-up to the race, the race itself, and post-race plans. How are we feeling? What will the weather be like? How fast will our pace be? What if one of us can’t finish? And what will we eat?? All that and of course, a ton of fun stuff along the way! See you at the starting line! Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Subscribe to the Bonus Disc for up to four bonus episodes per month, and find our 2025 Specials here: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

As our present selves gear up for this weekend’s race, our 2009 selves drop into your feed for a lot of fun the day before THEIR race. Here’s what you’ll hear: Creepy Third Gomer turns out to be Steven’s brother Alex Culver’s vs In N Out Steven’s Dad is almost proud of him Anthony’s big basketball moment Jessica owns up to slapping butt Anthony was 20 years old in 8th grade Erin arrives and is confused by Alex’s presence in a hot closet Pheromones vs. just stinky B.O. An “ice bath” (that is cooled by one tray of ice) Noah and Jack cameo like there’s no tomorrow The race is here at last! Follow us on all our socials to keep up with the big weekend! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers

Happy New Year again! It’s the second of our two OneWord eps released at the exact same time! It’s Steven’s turn. We get right into it and we hear how Steven’s 2025 word shaped his early year, and needed a boost in the later days – and how that boost defined his 2026 OneWord. Then we have a beefed-up What’s Giving Us Life This Week with art, movies and series finales, oh my. One Week to the Race! Happy Running! Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Subscribe to the Bonus Disc for up to four bonus episodes per month, and find our 2025 Specials here: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

Happy New Year! Our gift to you: two OneWord eps released at the exact same time! Up first: Anthony. After a Week in Review where we catch one another up on various ups and downs in our training as we approach the Half Marathon (in one week!), Anthony gives a report on how his word(s) went last year before revealing and digging into his 2026 OneWord. Are there runner’s ups? You know there are. And so much fun stuff along the way! Happy Running! Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Subscribe to the Bonus Disc for up to four bonus episodes per month, and find our 2025 Specials here: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

The 2025 Gomers are traveling this week, so you get another GomeRewind while you wait for our OneWords ep next week. Here’s what you’ll hear in Season 1, Episode 18 from January 2009: A false start A Zemekis/Sylvestri marathon Anthony takes an ice bath and it makes him sick Steven starts his first sabbatical twogomers.com crashes from too much traffic Clear pee chat Big news: iPhones! Race logistics, race logistics, race logistics A two room suite Celine Dion fanboying Wow! The race is approaching in the past and in the future! See you next Friday for our 2025 OneWords! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers

It’s two in one today! Here’s what you’ll hear from Episode 16 and 17 from Season 1: The guys are together and recording live! Anthony runs in the snow for the first time Steven runs in Chad’s basement facing the wall by himself The Gomers run together for the first time!! Anthony kicks around a no fast food 2009 The first teaser that this might continue after the half marathon. The guys are getting very nervous because people are paying attention now Steven’s dad can’t listen to the podcast because he’s too worried about him Cinnamon Challenge is teased Mario Kart Here are our 2025 specials, avalable for purchase now! Remember: DO NOT PURCHASE THESE THROUGH THE PATREON APP ON IPHONE unless you want to pay a 40% upcharge. Do it through your browser on your computer or phone instead. Go to www.patreon.com/twogomers or press AND HOLD one of the links below and open in your browser – it will take you directly to the Patreon website (not app) to purchase. Thank you for helping us get to and run the big race in January! $10 Special: The Gomer Gift Exchange $20 Special: Steven’s Top Ten Books of 2025 + The Gomer Gift Exchange $50 Special: Anthony’s Christmas Bassoon Quartet, “All I Want For Christmas is Two (Gomers), Steven’s Top Ten Books and The Gomer Gift Exchange $100 Special: A Special Thank you From the Gomers, Anthony’s Christmas Bassoon Quartet, “All I Want For Christmas is Two (Gomers), Steven’s Top Ten Books and The Gomer Gift Exchange

Here’s a little preview of what you could get if you buy our 2025 Special Episodes: Gift Exchanges! Bassoon quartets! Book recommendations! Outdated pop culture references sung to Mariah Carey! I mean, what more could you want for Christmas? Remember: DO NOT PURCHASE THESE THROUGH THE PATREON APP ON IPHONE unless you want to pay a 40% upcharge. Do it through your browser on your computer or phone instead. Go to www.patreon.com/twogomers or press AND HOLD one of the links below and open in your browser – it will take you directly to the Patreon website (not app) to purchase. Thank you for helping us get to and run the big race in January! $10 Special: The Gomer Gift Exchange $20 Special: Steven’s Top Ten Books of 2025 + The Gomer Gift Exchange $50 Special: Anthony’s Christmas Bassoon Quartet, “All I Want For Christmas is Two (Gomers), Steven’s Top Ten Books and The Gomer Gift Exchange $100 Special: A Special Thank you From the Gomers, Anthony’s Christmas Bassoon Quartet, “All I Want For Christmas is Two (Gomers), Steven’s Top Ten Books and The Gomer Gift Exchange

It’s the final main feed ep of the year, and one of our favorite things: The annual Gomers’ Favorite Things episode! We start with some info about some Special Eps that just dropped, head over to the Week in Review (where Steven is sad and Anthony is juicing) and then on to the main event! Will there be meat grinding? You’ll just have to wait and see! Below are the links to the Race Fundraiser Special eps. Remember: DO NOT PURCHASE THESE THROUGH THE PATREON APP ON IPHONE unless you want to pay a 40% uncharge. Do it through your browser on your computer or phone instead. Press AND HOLD one of the links below and open in your browser – it will take you directly to the Patreon website (not app) to purchase. Thank you for helping us get to and run the big race in January! $10 Special: The Gomer Gift Exchange $20 Special: Steven’s Top Ten Books of 2025 + The Gomer Gift Exchange $50 Special: Anthony’s Christmas Bassoon Quartet, “All I Want For Christmas is Two (Gomers), Steven’s Top Ten Books and The Gomer Gift Exchange $100 Special: A Special Thank you From the Gomers, Anthony’s Christmas Bassoon Quartet, “All I Want For Christmas is Two (Gomers), Steven’s Top Ten Books and The Gomer Gift Exchange __________________ Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

It’s our third and final Christmas special of Season 1! Here’s what you’ll hear from Episode 15: Hot bath controversies Jessica tattles on Steven  Wisconsin running report Anthony accidentally runs 14 miles British and Korean Christmas greetings  Steven holds his junk Bockhop does not make a guest appearance  Anthony’s favorite Christmas album and Steven’s least favorite A very special guest, RIP See you this Friday for our 2025 Gomer’s Favorite Things episode! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers

Our second Christmas special ever! Here’s what you’ll hear from Season 1, Episode 14: Road trip Gomer binges Anthony tries to get the word “crunk” into the vernacular Are we runners or posers? Steven runs on snow Anthony is back to the treadmill Steven plays Broom ball A very bored-sounding special guest gives the coldest takes on Christmas movies Anthony says the words “perfect movie” See you next week in the present for ANOTHER Christmas GomeRewind, and then back to the present! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers

Is it December already? The guys give updates on how their training is going as they (fast) approach the half marathon, and it’s a mixed bag. In fact, Steven can hardly hold it together! It’s helps to move to conversation about Generosity, as they consider how giving really is better for our health than receiving – and not only for ourselves, but for others. Seems self-explanatory, but you’d be surprised! Also Christmas music! Happy Advent and Happy Running! Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

Ho ho ho, it’s our very first Christmas Special! Here’s what you’ll hear from Season 1, Episode 13: Anthony mentions The Night They Saved Christmas First appearance of Bockhop Anthony’s sister calls in Midwestern Santa Trouble with foodage Anthony runs an incredibly fast 5k and seems bummed about it Steven takes a bath and Anthony seems mad about it Celeb sightings galore The Nuggets dream A wonderful Christmas Corner See you next week in the present! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers

We start with a Thanksgiving greeting from the 2025 Gomers, and then pass it to our past selves for Season 1 Episode 11! Here’s what that episode holds: We assign one another our Gomer numbers Steven goes on a Rocky run Anthony sees a Space shuttle launch  Running for therapy We fanboy for Ricky Gervais Anthony eats chicken steak next to a strip joint We debate the pros and cons of running close to home The first occurrence of the Space camp music? We defend Classical music New goal: Antarctica See you tomorrow with another GomeRewind Ep, our first Season 1 Christmas Special! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers

As we approach Thanksgiving, we thought it would be fun to do an episode about how choosing an attitude can improve your health in middle age. We chat about how deciding to engage in the practice of gratefulness can lower cortisol, build new neural pathways that make hope easier to access, decrease everything from depression to digestive problems, and reframe your entire life. Not bad, huh? Also the values of putting your runs in a schedule, having a mantra that works for you(!), and building the most important things in your life out of garbage. Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

Even though the Season 1 half-marathon is fast approaching, the 2008 Gomers still haven’t registered…until now. Here’s some highlights from Episode 10: A live, very thrilling registration for the race Behind-the-scenes Depression chat Sweet Home Alabama AND The Rite of Spring?? Now I’ve heard everything. “Why do we breath?” A passionate defense of Tim, Steven’s mean ex-roomate Steven runs off-road Anthony writes poetry The poop bridge is closed We finally decide that a 10k is 6.2 miles Anthony tells Steven to repeat something, only funnier, and is dissatisfied See you next week in the present! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers

After so many years of trying to figure out if running is really for everyone, the Gomers decide to face the question head on. We know ourselves better than in Season 1, when it was all about learning the rules, finding the correct form, running the right speed, and being the right weight. How have things changed since then? And have we found the exercise that’s right for us? We have a brand new three-legged-stool image to help us figure it out! Plus diet culture, “just-make-it-work” weeks, cooler weather, rigid regimes, and rubbers for the legs of your living room chairs. Happy Running! Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

Our Season 1 selves are working hard toward the goal! Here’s some highlights from Episode 9: The Gomers are high on democracy The Gomers are also high on Brian Williams Jack’s voice is heard on air – twice! We have opposite takes on eating fast food while training for a half-marathon Steven is sick, but at least he doesn’t almost poop himself on a bridge Anthony almost poops himself on a bridge An Appalachian Song To Run To A wonderfully defeating message from an old roommate New goal: Get on Conan Add a sponsor to Anthony’s Mom: Steven’s Sister See you next week in the present! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers

This is a fun one: to mark the halfway point in our training, we decided to record this episode as if we were in Season 1! All your favorite segments are here: How’s it Goin Over There in the Week in Review?! Gomers’ Tips of the Week Runner’s Corner ..and now it’s time for…Songs To Run To! How are we doing, halfway in? How does our Season 13 training journey compare to our Season 1 training journey? Can you guess which one of us as a practical tip, and which one of us has a saying? And how current do you think the Songs To Run To are? The answers may surprise you (or not)! Happy Running! Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

The Season 1 Gomers are halfway to the Half Marathon! Here’s some highlights from Episode 8: The podcast appears on the top of Apple’s “New and Notable”  Classical music appears in Songs to Run To for the first time The training schedule is checked, with varying results Running speed is still being measured in “miles per hour” Anthony is down to a weight where he doesn’t snore anymore Steven is down to a weight where Jessica slaps him on the butt Steven gets torn up by his cotton boxer briefs (yes, still has the scar) Anthony’s hip clicks A “That Thing You Do” reference is made without anyone realizing that a “That Thing You Do” reference is made Steven has a blister and he took a picture of it. So does Anthony, and so did Anthony. See you next week in the present! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers

A question and an email from Steven’s younger sister prompt this episode, and get us wondering: What if we didn’t do everything (and anything) anyone (and everyone) wanted us to do? Could there be health benefits to saying no in middle age? And how do you tell the difference between what to take on and what to let go? Plus weeks in review, family camping trips, eating well while on your own, and the benefits of weekly mileage instead of just long weekend runs. Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

It’s another throwback ep: Season 1 Episode 7, from October 2008! Here’s some highlights: The first mentions of Chad, Haack, and Noah Steven goes on a group run Anthony accidentally runs a 10k We listen to Rocky music A bridge appears…Is this the bridge Anthony will almost poop his pants on someday? Steven yells Anthony’s mom is so nice and buys us shoes We hear some good underwear advice Anthony’s back hurts too badly to do the jingle There are not as many mentions of how stupid and whacky we are in this ep, thank goodness See you next week in the present! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers

In this episode we refer regularly to an article called “Fecal Incontinence Becomes More Common With Age.” So that gives you a bit of an idea of what you’re in for. Join us as we talk pelvic floors, shifting microbiomes, can’t-eat lists, self-knowledge, anxiety-induced tummy troubles, rampant leaf-blowers, odes to bread, and Downton Abbey. Happy moving your bowels! Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

It’s Season 1 Episode 6, from October 2008! Here’s some highlights: Our first Listener Feedback from another country (it’s still someone we know tho) Steven considers wearing spandex Anthony’s thoughts on Treadmill vs. Running Outdoors A Run-Walk-Run argument Running while scared of witches and ghouls We keep saying we are stupid (which is really annoying to present-day Steven) Switchfoot’s third appearance in only six episodes An amazing running dream Anthony can’t tell if feedback is from his cousin or not Eating like we live 100 years ago See you next week in the present! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers

It’s our very first episode of the Two Gomers Podcast with a one-word title, but here’s the really interesting part: it’s about the health benefits of reading books, and books have LOTS of words in them! See? Really interesting! Join us as we talk about our histories of reading, all the ways reading can be healthier than watching TV (even though we love TV and recorded an entire Bonus Disc ep about TV immediately after this one), cognitive reserve, theory of mind, empathy, bibliotherapy, stick-to-it-iveness, focus, and whether you can read while snacking. Also we say teat a lot – but that’s not our fault, it’s Stephen King’s. Happy reading! Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

It’s Season 1 Episode 5, from October 2008! Here’s some highlights: The first big plans that will end up never happening (Steven’s friend Kite joining the race) Anthony gets jealous that Steven has other friends Anthony:” I don’t want to fail because we’re not trying” Oprah eating tips Water weekdays First mention of one of Steven’s kids by name Eminem Anthony shouts at you to go to Juilliard The guys try to pronounce Saucony Shorts chat before Shorts Summer ever existed See you next week in the present! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers

We’re talking heart rates in this running-heavy episode, and taking a look at a way to exercise that’s getting a lot of attention these days: Zone 2 Training. What is it? How does it help make cardio more effective? Are there fun formulas to help figure it all out? The answer to that last one is a resounding yes, and the guys work it out together. Plus accidental NYC racing, romance running, Grand Canyon chat, and K-Pop Demon Hunters. Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

It’s Season 1 Episode 4! Here’s some highlights: Anthony records shirtless We reveal that we don’t follow sports. Did you know that? We promise so many times to keep it tight, making the episode much longer Depression chat Crayons Dream chat The titular Nipple chat Steven is wearing New Balance shoes WAY before they are trendy See you next week in the present! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts 

It the final episode of our Truman Quadrilogy (“Good Morning…and if I don’t see you later: Good Afternoon, Good Evening and Good Night!) and we’re in a midday kind of mood. We examined that little-talked-about (and little-loved) time of the day after lunch and before dinner where are all those weights we carry feel just a little heavier. Power naps! Protein snacks! Meditation! Walks! What helps us pursue health not only in middle age, but in the middle of the day? Splash some water on your face and join us as we seek to stay awake long enough to find out. Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

This Season 1 episode first aired in September 2008 as Episode 3 and has a TON of gems: Anthony runs for an hour by accident “Just Do It” is the Gomers Tip for the first time (of many) Steven reveals his height, weight, and that he snores too much It’s only the third episode and the Song To Run To is Switchfoot adjacent for the second time 2008-Steven gets on his soapbox about the show “Heroes” and that gave 2025-Steven embarrassed-for-himself-goosebumps when he listened to it yesterday See you next week in the present! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts 

“Holding a grudge is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die.” – Nelson Mandela or St Augustine or Buddha or someone This is a big one folks. Steven’s got a story to tell, and we think it’s going to knock your socks off, especially if you’ve been with us for a while. As he tells it, the guys dig deep into the downsides of unforgiveness and the health benefits of letting things go – to the forgiven person, yes, but even more to the person doing the forgiving. Plus Deloreans, notes between daughters, living in the dorms again as an adult, nursing injuries, whether Steven actually likes running, and when Anthony first slept in a bed. Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

Hop in your Delorean and travel back with us to 2008 for Season 1 Episode 2, where we talk laughing dads, midwestern accents, whether this podcast will just be us whining and complaining, how much Anthony weighs and how tall he is, and shaking off a crappy day at work with the help of Jimmy Eat World. See you next week in the present! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts 

Anthony and Steven have been going for runs for almost two decades. But running in middle age just hits different. So let’s talk about it: what are the specific challenges of running NOW? And what are the (many) benefits? And are there any benefits that don’t feel as…beneficial anymore? All this plus a Shorts Summer update, Post-Its clarifications, a new Gomerism (from one of the Gomers’ moms) that is bound to become part of the lore of the podcast, and the pleasures of taking a really long time to read a book about magic dogs. Oh, and some Head-On-Collision chaaaaat! Don’t forget to tune in next week for a rewind to Season 1 Episode 2! Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts  

In case you missed it, in Season 13 we will alternate between past and present, releasing current episodes, like last week’s, and Season 1 episodes, like this one. Our hope is to take advantage of this amazing gift (our past selves, on tape) to motivate, inspire, and enrich our journey as we tackle the same goal, 17 years later: running a half marathon together, and inviting a nation (you) along for the run. So here we are, our first (and zeroth) episode ever! Marvel at the fact that our friendship pre-podcast is shorter than our active, podcasting friendship. Cringe at the poor recording quality (and absolutely nothing else). Struggle along with us on our first, cotton-clad jogs. And yes, Steven does call Anthony’s wife “hot.” But apparently she was flattered. Join us next week as we return to the present! Happy Running! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts 

The Gomers are back with the grand reopening of Season 13 after a five-month hiatus! Anthony and Steven reflect on their time away, share life updates, and consider all the lessons learned – including what they Started, Kept Doing, and Stopped. Then is the big preview of the new season and the return of a major challenge: training for the same half marathon they ran 17 years ago. 2025 episodes will alternate between Season 1 eps as we explore growth, setbacks, and second chances, and how many people we used to love who are now cancelled. Plus, we touch on everything from Bob Ross to The Life of Chuck to upcoming Patreon exclusives to pumping iron. We’re back baby! Our Couch-to-Half-Marathon Training Plan: bit.ly/halfgomertraining Bob Ross Brush-Slapping Supercut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7M1iJ5dv_ak&t=767s Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomersAll things Two Gomers: linktr.ee/twogomersMerch: bit.ly/gomershirts 

Note: You can listen to this episode any time, but it is specifically made to listen to while running or walking a 5k! We’re baaaaack! Sorta! To celebrate our Sixth Annual Two Gomers Memorial Day Weekend “Hey How’s It Going” Virtual 5k and 10k we’re releasing another Race Audio Guide. So suit up, get out there, put in your headphones and press play and let us guide you (5 minute warm-up, ten 3×1 intervals, 5 minute cool-down). It’s our goal to keep you entertained and going strong as you race, as if we were there with you. We’re coming back, wouldn’t you love to come back too? Happy racing! If you haven’t yet, don’t forget to register for the Virtual 5k and 10k here: bit.ly/twogomersrace Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts

It’s the final episode before the Gomers’ months-long hiatus, and no stone is left unturned. Who is better, Timothee Chalomet or Bob Dylan? Should one sit or stand while peeing? If the guys were hooked up to lie detectors, what would they say are their favorite songs ever? Will this be the year that Anthony gets glasses/watches The Sound of Music? And how cool were those rugs that Dave Matthews used to stand on during concerts? Oh yeah, and it’s Steven’s turn to share his 2025 OneWord. First, there’s a lot to unpack around his 2024 OneWord, Embrace (and a brief contentious moment between the guys around it, as well). Then he looks forward to what 2025 might hold (or rather, release). And now we go silent until June! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers – now is the perfect time. See you the other side, slick! All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts

We kick off 2025 with our annual tradition: picking ONE WORD that we want to define our upcoming year. It’s Anthony’s turn, but first, he wraps up Gomers’ Favorite Things with his favorite sayings from 2024. Then it’s the traditional deep conversation as he looks forward to what is next in 2025, with a ton of fun stuff along the way. Tune in next week for Steven’s word, and Happy New Year! All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers

What better time than the close of the year to talk about a mid-life skill that involves getting a broader view on life so you can respond to it better? And by better, we’re talking healthier, more mature, less anxiety- and stress-driven ways. It’s called Getting on the Balcony, and it’s something Steven has been wanting to share with you for a long time. And since the guys are going on a hiatus in the new year (to, among other things, get on the balcony), it felt like now of never. So “now” it is! Plus, so much fun stuff along the way. Make sure you listen to our recent release, “A Very Important Gomernouncement” so you can be in the know about what 2025 holds for the podcast. We appreciate you all, Happy New Year! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts 

We wanted to let you know, our loyal listeners, about something important happening in 2025. Here is a link to Steven’s sermon this past weekend that Anthony referenced. Listen for the inside joke just for Anthony that gets no laughs whatsoever. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZCvsVfxUxs Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts 

It’s our annual Christmas Special where we talk about all the things we loved most from the year gone by. And this time, with days and days to shop! Even though you can’t really buy a ticket to see U2 at the Sphere anymore, oh well. Still, we talk about SO many THINGS, plus some experiences and movies and books and oh yeah a ton of fun stuff along the way. Merry Christmas! Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts 

This episode is meant to listen to while you do a 5k Turkey Trot, or while you are training for one, and it will work great for that – our Audio Guides lead you through a race from start to finish, running for 3 minutes and walking for 1. But you can listen to it in any way you want! Cooking a turkey! Taking a long walk! Cleaning up after you eat the turkey and take a long walk! Seriously, the opportunities are endless. We focus our attention this year on FOOD WARS, culinary controversies that keep us, and the rest of the internet apparently, up nights. We address one debate per interval, and before you know it, the race will be done (and you will be mad at us about how hungry you are). Happy Thanksgiving, and Happy Running!

It’s more than taking a break. It’s more than following a rule. It’s more than not working. So what is it? It’s more than you think. And it’s a way that can truly lead to health in all sorts of ways as you seek to embrace midlife. Join us as we have a lively conversation (and a ton of fun stuff along the way) about what it means to take a Sabbath. Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts 

Don’t go hungry! Shop the perimeter! And a plethora of other tips come your way as we talk about how upping your game at the grocery store can positively impact your financial health, dietary fitness, and money management. Plus the Perfect Recovery Smoothie, Fall TV in review, and a ton of fun stuff along the way. Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts 

On this ep we talk dogs, tricks, and try to answer questions like: At midlife, do I just know what I know and that’s as far as I go? Have I hit a max capacity for what I can do and new skills I can learn? Am I who I am (and do I have the right to use that as an excuse for all my bad behavior), or can I change for the better? Also, does Steven only like chill songs when he’s running? And is Megalopolis as bad as everyone says? Plus tons of fun stuff along the way! Happy Developing. Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts 

Our listeners have been along for the run with us for 16 years, since Steven’s kids were 2 and 4. Now they are out of the house, and it’s another midlife milestone. So let’s talk about it. What are the emotions that come with an empty nest? How is a mom or dad to face these jarring, difficult, exciting changes? How can one move past the clichés and respond in love? Plus: strength training, live comedy, platitudes on our walls, and Arnold shouting at the Predator. *This episode has been edited to remove several details of Steven’s process that felt too private for the main feed. The unedited version (with an additional 3 minutes) is available behind the paywall on the Patreon now. If you are a subscriber, you can listen there. Subscribe to the Bonus Disc, our second podcast, for up to four bonus episodes per month: www.patreon.com/twogomers All things Two Gomers : linktr.ee/twogomers Merch: bit.ly/gomershirts