The Size 15 Runner maxes out his energy as he takes it to the max while discussing the max cushion running shoe trend and how brands are maximizing profits; he warns of the devastating side effects runners face when they’re inflicted with the “yips”; and he pits running shoe geeks against sneakerheads in the lamest head-to-head battle nobody asked for.

• Max Cushion Shoe Trend — Does size matter? Running shoe companies sure seem to think so. Lately, every running brand and their mother are dramatically increasing the amount of midsole foam underfoot and naming their shoes some derivative of BIG. Find out why it’s a problematic trend.

• The “Yips” and Runners — The “yips” is the sudden and unexplained loss of skills typical to an athlete’s ability. So, what happens to runners inflicted with the yips? Only the worst things imaginable. (And, no, not all who run can be considered athletes.)

• Running Shoe Geeks vs Sneakerheads — There’s a centuries-old, nasty, bitter, hateful, scornful, and vengeful feud between running shoe geeks and sneakerheads that burns hotter than the fire of a thousand suns. There can be only one group of shoe lovers left standing when it’s all said and done. I make the case for why running shoe geeks shall reign supreme.

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The Size 15 Runner gets icky with it as he describes the ways runners give him the “ick"; he attempts to solve one of the greatest unsolved running mysteries never solved; and he reaches for the sky as he reviews the HOKA Skyflow—a new shoe that has him feeling sky high and like the sky’s the limit.

• HOKA Skyflow: Described by HOKA as a cross between the Clifton and Bondi, the all-new Skyflow is a max cushioned daily trainer that combines the word “sky” and the word “flow.”

• The "Ick": A term usually used in dating, the "ick" occurs when one behaves in an especially undesirable (or icky) way that makes the other person in the relationship cringe to the point where it permanently ruins their view of them. In this episode, it's used to describe the insufferable behaviors of runners that instantly—and permanently—make me hate their guts. ICK!

• Unsolved Running Mysteries: 4th grade teacher Marcus O’Reilly was your average runner, a middle of the packer, if you will. He had run several 5ks before with no problem. But on October 16, 2004, something…was different. Much different. In the blink of an eye, his life was turned upside down…sideways...and diagonally.

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The Size 15 Runner shares his thoughtful and thought-leading thoughts on the $500 Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo; he provides a tiresome update on his tiring marathon training and how he’s grown tired of running; and he contemplates a rebrand in order to rebuild his tarnished brand.

• $500 Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo: What’s more ludicrous? The $500 price tag or the ridiculously long shoe name? Why not both?! The Size 15 Runner does, in fact, rail against both in a long-winded rant that quickly goes off the rails.

• Marathon Training Struggles: What a difference two weeks make! Just a fortnight ago, The Size 15 Runner waxed poetic about his marathon training. This week, his enthusiasm was waning. He woke up on Monday morning, and it was the first time during his 11 weeks of training that he didn’t feel like going for a run. How did he possibly cope with such a catastrophe? By feeling sorry for himself, of course!

• Building a Running Brand: The Size 15 Runner brainstorms how he can rebuild his tainted brand in the wake of his very unfortunate, potentially career-ending size 14 shoe incident caught on camera by TMZ.

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The Size 15 Runner rules with an iron fist as an unruly rule maker who makes the “New Rules” of running; he effortlessly makes every effort to give a half-hearted effort at reviewing the underrated, budget-friendly New Balance FuelCell Propel v5; and he lackadaisically debuts the lackluster trailer for the severely lacking The Size 15 Runner Origin Story movie.

• New Rules of Running: The Size 15 Runner does his worst Bill Maher impersonation as he obnoxiously declares the “New Rules” of Running. New Rule!

• New Balance FuelCell Propel v5: Catch this—the catchy-named New Balance FuelCell Propel v5 is a $120 budget-friendly, eye-catching daily trainer with a TPU plate that offers a nice ride at a much lower price than other plated shoes. So, what’s the catch?

• The Size 15 Runner Origin Story: The Size 15 Runner Studios, in association with The Size 15 Runner Pictures, presents a coming of age story…about one little very special boy….with one very BIG special defect: giant tootsies.

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The Size 15 Runner takes the unauthorized liberty of amending the U.S. Running Constitution and describes the significance of the 10 Running Shoe Amendments; he totally rips off Peter Parker’s Uncle Ben by explaining how, “With great running power, comes great responsibility;” and he provides expert running commentary on amateur runners’ running.

• 10 Running Shoe Amendments: The U.S. government passed sweeping running shoe legislation in response to exorbitant price hikes in running shoes and the accompanying whining by millions of running citizens—legal running citizens—the government assures you. What does it mean for runners like you?

• Use the Power of Running for Good: All our time spent running could be regarded as self-centered. Except, running is the best form of self-care, and the health benefits we enjoy change us; we become better versions of ourselves, enhancing our relationships with others—or so we like to tell ourself and anyone who will listen. There are, however, many opportunities to make a positive impact on others while running.

• Best Running Commentary: Let’s face it: your runs are boring. You run the same few routes in the same few shoes wearing the same few outfits. Isn’t it time you added some color to your running? Some color commentary, that is. Well, with The Size 15 Runner’s new service: A Running Commentary on Your Running, now you can.

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The Size 15 Runner doesn’t stick to sports—he sticks to politics and gets stuck being politically incorrect; he not-so-humbly humble brags about going from couch sitting to marathon running; and he goes covertly undercover to discover how the most important part of a shoe—the name—is chosen…only to discover it’s the least important part of a shoe.

• How Shoes are Named: As a running shoe geek, I’ve always wanted to know how companies decide to name their pairs. If I can’t be a fly on the wall, I’ll put my phone underneath the conference room table to secretly record their meeting.

• Politics in Running: There is a great divide in the U.S. and there’s an extremely crucial decision coming that American runners of all ethnicities, races, religious beliefs, and sexual orientations will need to make. Their choice could very well decide the country’s fate for/four years to come. Will you choose to be on the left side or the right side……of the road while running?

• From Benchwarmer to Marathon Runner: I never dreamed I’d be running marathons. I mean, I never thought I’d even be running. Who chooses to run for fun? But, thankfully, I was introduced to the sport—or, rather, forced to go running by my dad—at just the right time in my life. It would take a while to stick with it, but once I did, my relationship to sports—and life—changed forever.

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The Size 15 Runner is a hack who delivers his top 5 pre-run hacks to help you hack your next run; he graciously visits the best running stores in America while behaving very ungraciously; and he won’t shut up about his next marathon.

• Top 5 Running Hacks: Often, the hardest part of running is just getting off your butt and taking the first step outside. Fortunately, I’ve conveniently developed five pre-run hacks to help runners make it out the door—and not take an hour to get out said door—and step onto the pavement or trails.

• Best Running Stores: My new show highlights the best, most unique running stores, running shops, and running shacks in America, including the great variety of products that separate each running store, running shop, and running shack apart from other running stores, running shops, and running shacks.

• My Fall 2024 Marathon: I’m halfway through the 18-week training plan I’m using to attempt to run a sub-3-hour marathon. With nine weeks in the books (That’s halfway, right?), I reflect on my training and what lies ahead for the next nine weeks (That’s the second half, right?) leading to the 2024 Richmond Marathon.

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The Size 15 Runner discovers how to use AI for running—only to discover he doesn’t understand AI; he reviews the triumphant, max-cushioned Saucony Triumph 22 which actually may not be so triumphant; and he explains how running with him is certainly an honor and a privilege—uncertainly.

• Saucony Triumph 22 Review: With the addition of Saucony’s stellar PWRRUN PB foam, the Triumph 22 is one of the most anticipated shoes of the year. But did the pair meet my lofty expectations through the first 60 miles? Spoiler: It either did or didn’t.

• Using AI in Running: How can you use AI to enhance your running? Beats me! So, I put ChatGPT to the test to give me the answers.

• Running with The Size 15 Runner: Ever wonder what it’d be like to run with The Size 15 Runner? One lucky “fan” gets the unlucky experience of a lifetime when he realizes it’s more of a nightmare than a dream come true.

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