How Was Your Run Today?

Bryan Gould and Peter Villa like to run and talk. Just not at the same time. This weekly comedy/running podcast features interviews with some amazing runners, their own running updates, and whatever makes them laugh.

Human Connection 06/16/2025

Human Connection With just under a week to go before This Would Have Been Shorter Tomorrow ultra, Bryan and Peter are flooded with voice memoooooos (okay, just two of them). We hear from Internet Dan in Minnesota about the power of the running community. Then Eric in Michigan tells us about the intense power of leg cramping. Then we Go to the Movies and talk up both Billy Bob Thornton and Wes Anderson... because, running? Plus, the great Squirrel Turf War of 2025. Buy a bucket hat or t-shirt over at the Redbubble Store! Subscribe to our silly Youtube channel right now! /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/37023335

All of the Above 06/07/2025

All of the Above Bryan is…? A) on fire B) a winner C) a lover of donuts D) all of the above Bryan rolls into Peter’s house early in the morning with donuts and lots to say. With just two weeks left until the This Would Have Been Shorter Tomorrow ultra, it makes total sense that they mainly talk about ice cream and Legos. Plus a Voice Memoooooooo from Marathon George Woodward! /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/36900830

The Countdown Is ON! 05/24/2025

The Countdown Is ON! With under a month to go before HWYRT's big "This Would Have Been Shorter Tomorrow" ultra event, Bryan is deep into his long run training with Brewmaster Will. Peter is deep into thinking about training and may need to re-think his whole plan. Plus, we received a VOICEMEMOOOOOOO from friend of the show, Lori Richmond. /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/36699625

Peter's Back And We Talk A Bit Less About Running 05/02/2025

Peter's Back And We Talk A Bit Less About Running Peter talks all about Japan but doesn't ask one question to Bryan about the 250 anniversary celebration of the American Revolution. Plus prepping for the upcoming "This Would Have Been Shorter Tomorrow" Ultra on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Photo by Dr. Andrew Mahon Please subscribe to our Youtube channel: /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/36409765

Peter's Away And We Still Talk About Running 04/16/2025

Peter's Away And We Still Talk About Running This week, while Peter is visiting Dave in Japan, Bryan trades his training plan for a single lonely microphone. To help fill Peter's Quadruple-E Brooks Beasts, Bryan checks-in with James McCabe who is deep into his taper; Marathon George joins with tips for runners on how to have a successful and fun Boston Marathon; Emily Saul explains why she started running miles before the 6:30am Rogue Hills workout; and friend-of-the-show Kelli Frey calls in after her suggestion, the "This Would Have Been Shorter Tomorrow Ultra," won our naming contest. /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/36197030

We Have A Name! 04/08/2025

We Have A Name! Peter and Bryan discuss goals and subgoals for Peter's trip to Japan including a huge surprise. Bryan describes crying in the rain at the end of his first week of following Professor Lollipop's training plan. Thanks to all of the HWYRTians who submitted suggestions for naming the 2025 summer solstice run: we have a winner! /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/36058905

Pete Feet and Prophylactic Bryan 03/28/2025

Pete Feet and Prophylactic Bryan Bryan and Peter are back together and they cover all of their favorite topics from selling vintage toys to traveling in Japan to old sneakers. They also get a VOICE MEMO from James McCabe who is nearing the end of his training for the Boston Marathon, but needs new motivation. And then Bryan and Peter finally make some decisions about making decisions about the big run on June 21st. /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/35912925

Bryan is out. Internet Dan is in! 03/15/2025

Bryan is out. Internet Dan is in! Dan "Internet Dan" Adamietz fills in for the traveling Bryan. He and Peter talk about runs, food, and the upcoming ultra on June 21st. Plus Peter and Dan go to the movies! Send in your ideas for naming the upcoming ultra (and your pictures of dogs) to . /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/35708005

Email! Emails! Emails! 03/08/2025

Email! Emails! Emails! Bryan is about to go away for two weeks. Peter gives some unsolicited advice. And we read listener emails! Please help name the ultra coming on the longest day of the year, June 21st! Send in your ideas to /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/35586415

Lost in Yonkers (and in the Locker Room) 02/28/2025

Lost in Yonkers (and in the Locker Room) Bryan cannot find his locker, Peter crushes his personal goal for February, and everyone sends in a voice memo saying how much they love athlete James McCabe. Please send us your ideas for naming the upcoming ultra on the longest day of the year in June. Email to [email protected] /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/35487740

VOICE MEMOOOOOOOOO! 02/21/2025

VOICE MEMOOOOOOOOO! In this episode we get our first entries into the "Name That Ultra" contest. James McCabe finally sends in his first Boston Marathon training update. Bryan runs miles, Peter continues to get his gym on, and both of them verbal on future challenges like complete morons. Send us stuff to . Let's go!!! /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/35383870

Name That Ultra 02/15/2025

Name That Ultra Peter updates Bryan on his February gym challenge. Bryan updates Peter on his latest runs. And a call out to HWYRTians everywhere to help name the upcoming ultra run on June 21st, the longest day of the year. Please send us an email at [email protected] /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/35292085

Going to the Gym - Going to the Movies 02/06/2025

Going to the Gym - Going to the Movies Peter is looking at getting to the gym EVERY DAY of February (shortest month, 'natch). But he is NOT streaking! Bryan concocts another ultra run for us all. This one might just be on the LONGEST day of the year! Plus, Bryan and Peter go to the movies to talk about some Academy Award nominees. Send us photos, questions, and voice memos to and keep Internet Dan happy! /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/35183300

SSSR 2024 and the start of 2025! 01/09/2025

SSSR 2024 and the start of 2025! Bryan and Peter wrap up the old year with their take on the Soul Searching Solstice Run from last month. Then they look ahead to all that awaits us in 2025. Plus, a Clyde Army Kitchen! /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/34793290

Follow Ups and Holiday Bonus 12/13/2024

Follow Ups and Holiday Bonus Bryan and Peter are prepping for the Soul Searching Solstice Run coming up on December 21st. Marathon George sends in a message. A huge update from Jennifer (see last episode). Plus all the extra conversation recorded with Emily Saul of esaulmovement.com as our holiday gift to you! /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/34437120

Giving Thanks With Emily Saul 11/25/2024

Giving Thanks With Emily Saul HWYRT is thankful for another amazing visit with sports psychologist Emily Saul of esaulmovement.com. Emily responds to an important voice message from HWRTian Jennifer who is need of some hope after some discouraging news. /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/34135591

Clyde Army Kitchen 11/08/2024

Clyde Army Kitchen Bryan and Peter talk about their Friday morning runs. Then they introduce a brand new segment called Clyde Army Kitchen. And they bring back the fan-favorite Thought Platform. Bon Appetite! /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/33855422

Dave & Tim report in from Japan 11/04/2024

Dave & Tim report in from Japan Friend of the Show, Dave Macklem, sends in a report from Japan where he is prepping for his 2nd marathon. Dave shares a discussion with his friend and running coach, Tim Cleminson. Tim regales Dave about a punishing race that he absolutely crushed. Then Peter and Bryan talk up their latest runs and give a look to the upcoming Soul Searching Solstice Run on Saturday, December 21st around Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefield, Massachusetts. /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/33772857

Peter's Toy House Adventure 10/21/2024

Peter's Toy House Adventure Marathon George sends in a wrap up with his thoughts on the Grand Canyon Rim to Rim experience. Bryan and Peter share some field audio from their run in Virginia. Then Peter shares his latest experience from deep within the toy chest. The parallels between running and toy collecting "run" even deeper than he thought! /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/33548302

Grand Canyon Rim to Rim 10/08/2024

Grand Canyon Rim to Rim Bryan and Marathon George reveal the literal highs and lows of their amazing Grand Canyon rim to rim hike from this past week. /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/33370307

Shoe Racks & Taper Traps 09/28/2024

Shoe Racks & Taper Traps Peter updates Bryan on his running and home furnishing finds. Bryan is deep in the taper trap ahead of the Rim2Rim adventure. Bryan's daughter calls in with her take on seeing the paragliders from their big hike last week. Marathon George calls in with one final check-in before the trip to the Grand Canyon. Plus, some excellent advice from Emily Saul. Join us on Facebook/Instagram for SatStatChat and be sure to email us at /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/33242352

What's That Up In The Sky?! 09/16/2024

What's That Up In The Sky?! Bryan goes on a huge training hike in preparation for the Grand Canyon. Peter is back to running, with all the port-a-potty glory that comes with that. And George Woodward (AKA Marathon George) manages to send in two audio updates on his training for the big "rim to rim" adventure. /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/33080022

No Ads in This Episode! 09/08/2024

No Ads in This Episode! Bryan is on hot streak and his training for the Grand Canyon rim to rim run is in full effect. Peter's big move happened and now he climbs stairs and hills as part of his daily life. Plus, more talk about metal detectors and this year's Soul Searching Solstice Run. /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/32958887

The 31st Day of Chaugust 08/31/2024

The 31st Day of Chaugust It's the final day of the Chaugust Challenge 2024! Peter brings some audio from his run with James McCabe while Bryan shares a story (but no audio) from a recent training adventure. Plus, a move update from Peter, the destiny that is owning a metal detector, and a classic cameo from Fast Funny Ellen London! /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/32820082

Chaugust Photos 08/27/2024

Chaugust Photos We need your Chaugust Challenge 2024 Photos. Please send them to and please put Photo in the subject line. /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/32768027

Mid-Chaugust Check In 08/13/2024

Mid-Chaugust Check In Bryan was away on vacation, Peter was sick, and the Chaugust Challenge waits for no one! /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/32556667

Jack Hammer Johnson 07/30/2024

Jack Hammer Johnson Prepping for the Chaugust Callenge 2024 while Bryan regales Peter with his latest medical malady. /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/32347257

Back To Basics - HWYRT 2.0 07/22/2024

Back To Basics - HWYRT 2.0 Peter leans into the "science" and requests that the show return in order to get his fitness back. Bryan happily obliges. /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/32236632

The Smidge 04/21/2024

The Smidge Only Emily Saul could revive HWYRT. /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/30917833

Episode 262 - We Had A Good Run 06/15/2023

Episode 262 - We Had A Good Run Thank you all for listening and supporting us over the past eight years. We hope you enjoy this extra-long final episode. We will see you out there. RUN WELL! Love, Bryan & Peter Join our Strava Group! /episode/index/show/howwasyourruntoday/id/27160641

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