The Party in the Back

The Party in the Back with Josh & Blu is a running podcast that celebrates everyone who dares to lace up and change their life – whether they're the first, last or somewhere in the middle.

The Party in the Back is a health podcast hosted by Josh & Coach Blu, with 152 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Josh & Coach Blu hosts The Party in the Back, a health show with 152 episodes published.

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  Episode #150

  DNF

  Feb 13, 202647 minS5

  <p>This week Blu and Josh DNF</p> <p> </p> <p>(Is this really goodbye)</p> <p>Chapters</p> <p>00:00 The Unexpected Olympics and Cultural Reflections<br /> 02:44 The Power of Inspirational Speeches<br /> 05:42 Personal Milestones and Sobriety Journeys<br /> 08:22 Anniversaries and Life Changes<br /> 11:06 The Evolution of Relationships<br /> 13:54 Podcasting Memories and Milestones<br /> 16:30 Health Challenges and Humor in Recovery<br /> 23:27 Anesthesia Anecdotes and Humor<br /> 25:57 Food Experiences and Culinary Discomfort<br /> 27:52 Disassociation and Food Choices<br /> 29:40 Dining Adventures and Seafood Challenges<br /> 34:28 Street Food and Sanitation Concerns<br /> 40:45 Upcoming Events and Reflections on the Podcast</p>

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  Episode #149

  Ub to the Ub-th Degree

  Feb 6, 202657 minS5

  <p>Um, I somehow totally deleted my show notes and the very eloquent paragraph I wrote is gone. I'd try to replicate it, but magic only happens once. Soooooo ... the Clif Notes are this: Josh wants another cat, Josh almost gets another cat, MaryAnn says no to another cat and Blu's son likes to camp in his orange Subaru.</p> <p>Just listen to the episode because there's a lot more interesting things in there than what was written.</p> <p>Trust us. </p>

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  Episode #148

  You Can be a Runner Without Being Fast?

  Jan 23, 202656 minS5

  <p>Oh Boy, this should be intersting. This week Blu and Josh share personal updates, delve into food adventures, and explore family stories. They discuss the myths surrounding parenting and running, emphasizing that anyone can be a runner regardless of speed or body type. The duo reflects on the importance of community support in running and personal growth, while also touching on health concerns related to weather and the impact of media on perceptions of reality. Their light-hearted banter and insightful takeaways make for an enjoyable and thought-provoking discussion.</p> <p>Chapters</p> <p>00:00 Life Updates and Busy Schedules<br /> 02:46...

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  Episode #147

  Running into 2026: Goals, Gags, and Grit

  Jan 16, 202659 minS5

  <p>In this episode of the Fartlick Running Podcast, hosts Blu and Joshua dive into their experiences and reflections as they kick off 2026. They discuss the peculiarities of January, share personal anecdotes about their running journeys, and touch on the challenges of balancing life, work, and fitness. The conversation flows from light-hearted banter about the best drinking water in the U.S. to deeper topics like the importance of community support in running and the significance of personal milestones. They also explore upcoming races, the costs associated with them, and the motivation behind participating in marathons, emphasizing that every runner's...

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  Episode #146

  Peak Experiences

  Jan 9, 202649 minS5

  <p>Summary</p> <p>In this conversation, Joshua and Blu discuss various themes including Joshua's transition to teaching older children, innovative teaching strategies inspired by the Book It program, reflections on personal growth during the holidays, and their excitement for upcoming events in 2026. They also engage in a debate about the merits of walking versus running in marathons, the importance of peak experiences in life, and the value of trying new things. The conversation emphasizes living life to the fullest and making meaningful connections.</p> <p> </p>

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