Two Gomers Run a Marathon

Episode A – Summer in Review

admin — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:07:52 +0000

With Season 3 in the works and not starting until late October, the Gomers didn’t want to leave the Nation hanging. So here it is: Season 2.5, Episode A! And could it be everything you wanted, and more? You be the judge as the guys debrief last month’s 1st Annual Gomer Group Run, catch you up on what’s been happening in their lives and on their runs since the marathon, and review the summer in TV and movies. Spoiler: They both cried at a 3D movie, and it wasn’t Avatar.

Please stop, you're killing us.

So there you go: Group Run in Review, Two Months in Review, Running in the (Summer) Media, Listener Feedback, and a brand new Monday Survey. It’s good to be back, and Happy Running!

This Week’s Monday Survey: First, what should we name Season 3? We’re looking for something clear, with an indication of what we’re doing right there in the title. Second, what impressions/ accents do you want to hear the Gomers do now that we have retired Rachel Ray…

So there you go: Group Run in Review, Two Months in Review, Running in the (Summer) Media, Listener Feedback, and a brand new Monday Survey. It’s good to be back, and Happy Running!

Gomer Group Run Reminder!

admin — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:53:23 +0000

Just a quick reminder to join us in one week, July 24th, for our 1st Annual “How’s It Goin’” Gomer 5k Group Run! If you can make it, please head over to our Facebook event RIGHT NOW and let us know!

All the details are there, so click here ASAP so we know how many to expect!

Mr.s and Mrs.s Gomers will all be in attendance!

We’d love to hear if you are running “virtually” too – at the same time and for the same distance, but in your own area. There’s a way to let us know about that on the FB event as well.

Check out this short little podcast to hear some details, or just to get the Gomer fix you might be needing. Happy Running!

Episode 37 – We dare you

admin — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 04:58:49 +0000

Season 2 of the Two Gomers is in the books, and everything feels kind of back-to-the-basics. Join Steven and Anthony one last time as they review their weeks, offer up some running tips, discuss songs they like to run to, and read questions from fans. Oh, and they also go off on, like, a hundred different tangents.

Jeez, that's some serious cleavage.

Make sure you stick around till the end for details on our 1st Annual “How’s It Goin’” 5k Gomer Group Run, and a challenge that will hopefully carry you through until Season 3.

Thanks, everyone, for an awesome season. Stay in touch, and Happy Running!

Episode 36 – Journey in Review

admin — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 04:27:29 +0000

Well, it was supposed to be the final episode, but in true Gomer form, things didn’t go as planned. The guys needed to add ONE MORE episode, coming on Thursday, since they spend more time than they thought they would on what the journey to the marathon has meant to them, how it’s changed them, and what’s next. Everest, anyone?

Is that...the GOMERS? No. No it's not.

We’ve built these last two episodes around questions from the Gomernation, so enjoy! And, as always, let us know what you think. Happy Running!

Episode 35 – Race in Review

admin — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 03:16:45 +0000

At long last, the Gomers end their radio silence and debrief the marathon in this Super-Sized Part I (of, as it turns out, III!) of the TGRAM season finale. Spaghetti dinners! Gomer gift exhanges! Adrenaline rushes! Embarrassingly loud nipple-chafing conversations! Wall hittings! Underwear-filled Port-O-Johns! Triumphant finishes! Exclamation points. It’s all here folks!

Quad P in action.

Plus a final Gomer’s Tips, Listener Feedback, the beloved Theme Song, and the winners of the ten Fast Draw Bottles from Ultimate Direction are announced.

Join us next week for Part II (Tuesday) and Part III (Thursday) when we talk more broadly about the race, our journey and (gasp!) what’s next for the Gomers. Happy Running!

Weeeeeee did it!

admin — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 02:44:54 +0000

Need we say more?

Episode 34 – One Day to the Race

admin — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 00:13:48 +0000

12 hours before the Marathon, the Gomers took some time out to record one more podcast, and here it is. Revel in the pre-race jitters! Marvel at the golf-cart near-death incidents! Recoil from the mile-high farting! And enjoy the final episode they will ever record as non-marathoners.

See you on the other side! Happy Running.

Gomerthon 2010

admin — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 14:07:06 +0000

Surprise! An unnanounced, full-length bonus episode just for you from the Two Gomers: Gomerthon 2010!

There’s plenty of fun stuff in this special episode, including thoughts on how the Gomers are feeling 4 days before the race, top five marathon nutrition mistakes, “Peeps are Yucky” and “That Hurts More” memories, two more Songs to Run to, and tons of Full House chat…

Sabre Dance in G, boys!

…but the main reason for Gomerthon 2010 is to remind you to pledge toward our Run for a Cause. You have four more days to donate (right up until the Marathon on the morning of June 6th), so if you’ve wanted to and haven’t gotten to it yet, now is the perfect time to pledge!

Click here, or on the form at the very top and bottom of this post, to pledge per mile to the charities The Gomers have chosen: The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Beautiful Child, and International Justice Mission. If you pledge $1 or more per mile, you’re entered into a drawing for a VERY RARE “Team Gomer” long sleeve T, like the ones The Gomers will be wearing at the start of the race.

And don’t forget to check out the websites for the charities to learn more about these causes that are so close to the Gomers’ hearts.

: Click on the LLS logo to find out more about their battle against cancer!

: Click pic for more info on rebuilding a Haitian orphanage with Beautiful Child!

: Click pic to learn more about combating sex slavery through International Justice Mission!

Thanks so much, and Happy Running!

Episode 33 – One Week to the Race

admin — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 04:12:37 +0000

It’s the week before the Marathon, and the guys are alternating between feeling nervous and feeling excited – it all depends on the size of the crayons in their dreams. Join them in their final regular episode of the season as they discuss the benefits of trail running, the power of clean kitchens, the ability of young’ns to work with accelerometers, the audacity of television premieres, and the glorious wonders of the moon, presented inexplicably with Wiimote in hand.

What?

And of course, all your favorite sections: Week in Review, Listener Feedback, Gomers Tips, and two (or more) new Songs to Run To. Happy Running!

This week’s Monday Survey: Do you have any favorite moments of this season of the Two Gomers? Any encouraging words for them before they run on Sunday? Seriously, they need all the help they can get!

And don’t forget, you have till Saturday night to donate to our Run for a Cause – if you haven’t yet, click the link below to get on board!

Click to donate toward Run for a Cause!

Episode 32 – The Dress Rehearsal

admin — Tue, 25 May 2010 05:53:55 +0000

Just like every one of the Gomers’ favorite shows, TGRAM is quickly nearing its end. In this super-sized, direct-to-tape penultimate episode before the marathon (yeah, yeah, we got off on the timing a little bit these past couple weeks), the Gomers process their longest run yet, the dreaded 20-miler. Good run/Bad run, anyone? Oh yeah, and there’s some Lost chat.

I never had all my questions about Nikki and Paulo answered! 6 years wasted!

Plus all the regular features: Week in Review, Listener Feedback, Gomer’s Tips, Running in the Media, Runner’s Corner, and Two New Songs to Run To. How they fit it all in one hour, you ask? They didn’t. Happy Running!

This Week’s Monday Survey is a simple one: Why do you run? PLUS, don’t forget to click on the link on the right to take part in our “Running for a Cause!” Thanks!

Two Gomers Special 3 – Two Gomers Get Ready

admin — Mon, 17 May 2010 16:35:35 +0000

It’s the third, and final, Two Gomers Special: Two Gomers Get Ready! The guys are pulling out all the stops to prepare themselves for the (fast) approaching Marathon, including harkening back to the tiny vestiges of running experience both had as young lads. And seriously, we’re talking tiny vestiges here.

But it’s enough to guide them through a packed Special that takes them through a journey from Ready, to Set, to GOOOOOOOO(mer). Join them as they talk through the fears, hopes, plans, doubts, questions, and reflections concerning the Minneapolis Marathon, now only four weeks away!

We'll be in the back.

So download while the downloadin’s good! Click the first button to donate. Suggested donation: $2.99, but if you want to dig deep and do a by-mile donation ($26.20 or $13.10), you’d be a hero to the Gomers forever.

Then click the second button to download the special (right click on the DOWNLOAD button and select “Save target as…” or “Download Linked File”). If you donate and include your email, your name will be entered into a drawing for one of ten FastDraw water bottles from Ultimate Direction ($18 value!).

Aw yeah.

Thanks in advance! Happy Running!

Episode 31 – Walk-Run-Walk

admin — Fri, 07 May 2010 20:31:21 +0000

It’s a shorter episode this week after the beast that was 30, and in preparation for the third special, but it’s still packed full of goodness – just like a Chicago style pizza. Gomer2 tried Jeff Galloway’s Run-Walk-Run for the first time, while Gomer1 tells his tale of a “dress rehearsal run” gone awry. Oh well, there’s always next time, right? Plus some Double Down Debrief, the value of an X in Scrabble, whether Rudy really won, and pining for re-hydrated future-food.

Yum, that looks good, old Lea Thompson!

And all your back-to-the-basics favorites: Week in Review, Listener Feedback, and two new Songs To Run To. Happy Running!

This week’s Monday Survery: What training do you do as a runner, besides running? Weights? Cross Training? Working the ball? Let us know!

Episode 30 – That’s Four More Than a Marathon

admin — Tue, 04 May 2010 08:55:14 +0000

30 Episodes – that’s a milestone for the Gomers, and in this episode, they examine the significance of making it 14 episodes beyond what they’d originally planned. There’s Back to the Future talk, discussion about how short runs are easier than long ones, a Biggest Loser update, bad news about Steven’s DVR, and yes, at long last, Anthony’s True Gomer Confession Song To Run To.

Hint.

Plus all your favorites – Week in Review, Listener Feedback, Songs to Run To, Running in the Media, Runner’s Corner, and a new challenge for May in Eat and Run. And, of course, Baka keeping it rizio.

This Week’s Monday Survey: Have any ideas for future Monday Surveys? What are YOU curious about? We want to know!

Episode 29 – That Hurt More

admin — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 06:12:49 +0000

Both Gomers pulled out their LSRs this week (that stands for Long Slow Runs, emphasis on the SLOW), Gomer2 just barely. However, a new tactic has arisen that helped him get through the bonk – and no, it’s not imagining that he’s being chased by giant worms.

Run, Kevin Bacon, RUN!

Plus: Middle School dance awkwardnesses, birthday re-giftings, coffee jitters, and (Blue) Blu-Ray releases. Huzzah!

And all your regular favorite sections: Week in Review, Listener Feedback, Running in the Media, two new Songs to Run To, and the final two Top Ten Tips from a Ten Timer. Happy Running!

This Week’s Survey:

What is your most PAINFUL running moment? Whether in training or in a race, we want to know!

Episode 28 – iPlod

admin — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 04:13:09 +0000

Need a week off from running, whether you want it or not? Amidst all the iPad chat, Gomer1 has the tip just for you this week on the podcast! Hint – it has to do with summer footwear.

Ok, ok, it's not that bad, but still...

Gomer2 is still on his road to recovery, and he has a big, albeit slow, week to report. Also, an Anti-Gomer update, the In N Out civil war, memories of a substance called Aquaphor, and the band that may have invented reverb.

Plus, all the regular stuffs: Week in Review, Gomer’s Tips, Listener Feedback, two new Songs to Run To, and two new Tips from a Ten Timer in the Runner’s Corner. Keep plodding, and Happy Running!

This week’s Monday Survey: Do you prefer to run by yourself, or in a group or two or more? We lonely Gomers are wondering.

Episode 27 – Food Run

admin — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 07:32:38 +0000

Food is all over this week’s episode, as the Gomers make each other hungry by discussing the fast food they can’t eat, the diets they’re off and on, the sandwiches they can fit in their pockets, the food revolutions they wish they could be a part of, the culinary podcasts they wish they’d thought of, and the food show hosts that are now game show hosts.

This is intense!

Oh, and bacon.

Plus all your favorite sections: Week in Review, Listener Feedback, an Eat and Run/Running in the Media Mashup, two new Tips from a Ten-Timer in the Runner’s Corner, and two new Songs to Run To. Happy Running!

This Week’s Survey: Do you eat WHILE you run? If so, what? And how? A curious Gomernation wants to know!

Episode 26 – Just the Way I’m Feeling

admin — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 06:31:18 +0000

Spring isn’t the only thing sprung on this episode of the Two Gomers, especially when a very special guest shows up in the Runner’s Corner. Also, Gomer1 sets a PR in a race while Gomer2 tries to figure out how he feels about that. How sensi! Plus, a new fast food challenge for April, our first near-Code Brown in a while, some good news concerning New Super Mario Wii, and a little expert Peep commentary.

Yucky.

And all the regular features: Week in Review, Listener Feedback, Runner’s Corner, and two new Songs To Run To. Happy Running!

This week’s Monday Survey: We’ve come to grips with the fact that we’re not the only podcast you listen to – so let us know, what other podcasts do you love, running or otherwise? Now that our runs are getting long again, we need ‘em!

Bonus: Go back in time and take a look at Gomer2’s old-school blog. In this post, he flattens a peep to send it to readers as a prize for a contest based on his own blog. Weird.

Episode 25 – Getting There

admin — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 06:17:02 +0000

This week, join the guys as they do their best to get “there,” whatever “there” means. Gomer1 re-inserts himself back into the training schedule, and Gomer2 heads to warmer climates for some recovery training, which includes catching a glimpse of the weirdest person he’s ever seen while on a run. Also, some classic half-marathon memories, a valiant but unsuccessful attempt by one Gomer to get the other Gomer to confess something, and the final Marriage Ref review ever on the podcast (Lord willing).

Stick to your day job, dudes.

Plus what you always expect: Week in Review, Listener Feedback, Gomer’s Tips, two more Tips from a Ten-Time Marathoner in the Runner’s Corner, and two new (embarrassing but true) Songs To Run To. Happy Running!

It’s a shoe-centric Monday Survey this week: what’s your prefered brand of running shoe? Are you a loyalist when it comes to shoes?

Episode 24 – Getting Close to Getting There

admin — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 08:17:11 +0000

Good news: Steven just ran his first mile since the accident. Sure, it’s a baby step, but it’s a BIG baby step.

What, you didn’t see that movie? Weird.

Also: Thrilling Daylight Savings Time discussions, Wii-related confessions, senior song confusions, and car talk, just like them guys on the NPR! Plus all the regular stuff: Week in Review, Listener Feedback, True Gomer Confessions, Two New Songs to Run To, and a new series in the Runner’s Corner: Top Ten Tips from a Ten-Time Marathoner. Wowzers!

This week’s Monday Survey: When the weather starts to get warm, do you forgo the car and run, walk, or bike to work? And speaking of cars, which is better, the Rav 4 or the CR-V? Just curious. Happy Running!

Episode 23 – This IS a running podcast, right?

admin — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 06:20:21 +0000

With Gomer2 still laid up in bed and Gomer1 recovering from the Half Marathon, it’s a slow running week. But you know better than to think they wouldn’t come up with PLENTY to talk about right? It’s what you’d expect: a weird mix of Oscar Chat, food tangents, weight updates, recovery observations, and new Spring TV reviews.

For shame.

And yes, ok, there’s some running stuff! Week in Review, Listener Feedback, Eat and Run, Running in the Media, two new Songs to Run To, and the final two Rookie Mistakes in the Runner’s Corner – it’s all here. So plug in those headphones and let the Gomers distract you for another hour of your run!

Monday Survey this Week: Last week was Safety Tips, this week is Recovery Tips – have any? Steven could use ‘em! Happy running!

Episode 22 – A Little Bit of Normalcy (or: Move That Bus take three)

admin — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:50:16 +0000

Who thinks it’s a good idea for Gomer2 to take his meds right before recording, raise your hands. You might want to listen to this episode before you decide. The Gomers are back, baby, and doing their best to bring a little bit of normalcy back to the GomerNation. So expect a lot of the usual – TV Tangents, obscure pop culture references, weird Middle School nostalgia, non-sensical tips, and pipe dreams about who listens to their podcast.

See the earbuds? He's listening!

And the regular features, too! Week in Review, Gomer’s Tips, Listener Feedback, Monday Survey, two new Songs to Run To, and two new Rookie Mistakes in the Runner’s Corner. And make sure you stick around till the end to hear their official announcement about the marathon (again)!

Monday Survey: The Gomers have safety on the mind…do you have any safety tips to share that they haven’t already? It’s just nice not to get hit by cars while you’re running, you know? Happy Running!

Gomer Rewind 3 – Plus Post-accident and Half Marathon Reports!

admin — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:23:21 +0000

Gomer2 is still mostly bed-ridden in the aftermath of the big car accident, so the guys thought this would be the perfect time for their third Gomer Rewind. Join the guys as they take a look back at one of their favorite episodes from the first season, the one recorded one day before their first race. Not only are they both in the same room, but it’s in front of a live studio audience!

But wait, there’s more! Before the Rewind Steven gives a post-accident update, and the guys discuss what’s to become of the marathon, originally schedule for 4 weeks from now (gulp). And AFTER the Rewind, Anthony is joined by a very special guest to discuss running his second Half Marathon this past weekend. It’s a packed episode, we tell ya, PACKED!

This week’s Survey…er…there isn’t one. So much going on, the Gomers totally forgot. Oh well, Happy Running anyway!

Episode 21 – One Gomer Gets Hit By A Smart Car

admin — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 06:52:49 +0000

The title explains it all, right? This past week Steven got hit by a car while on a run in the fair city of Denver, and he is able to sit up long enough to record a shorter episode so the Gomernation knows the details. And, more importantly, so they know he’s alright. The good news: he totally won against the Smart Car.

The details of the marathon are up in the air again (sound familiar?), but know this: The Gomers are here to stay. There WILL be a marathon. And that marathon WILL be run by Steven and Anthony, together. Recovery needs to happen, however, and so expect a little downtime from the Gomers in the weeks ahead, including a Gomer Rewind next week instead of a regular episode. Sorry about that!

And we need some advice. So, the first Monday Survey question: What the heck should we do now? Any ideas? And the second one isn’t so serious: With Steven on his back for the next several weeks, he’s looking for good books, music, TV, and movies to fill up the time. Shoot him some recommendations! Thanks, and Happy Running!

Episode 20 – Celebs

admin — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 04:49:46 +0000

In a miraculous turn of events, BOTH Gomers had a good week this week, and they can’t wait to talk about it. Join them as they discuss being in control of their runs, who shouldn’t win the Oscar for best picture, eating while traveling, and the effect of weight-loss on cold temperature tolerance. And oh yeah, there is plenty of talk of the many celebrities in the Gomernation, real and fake.

Guess which one is a Two Gomers listener? Or not.

And make sure you stick around for all the regular features: Week in Review, Listener Feedback, Gomer’s Tips, Eat and Run, two new rookie mistakes in the Runner’s Corner, and two new Songs to Run To.

And speaking of S2R2, if you haven’t let us know what yours are yet, tell us here or click on the tab on the right, we’re going to talk through some next week! And the other Monday Survey – What time of day do you run? Night, day, or in between?

Episode 19 – Gomer Regrets

admin — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:31:11 +0000

Humble pie, anyone? The Gomers have a big slice they’d be willing to share. The good news is, most of the Gomernation has forgiven the guys for their insensitivity last week, and after an initial apology from their future selves, they’re ready to move on. Both of them ran a staggering 16 miles in a row this week, and they have tales to tell – some good, some not so good. And that makes them first scared, then motivated, and vice versa.

And don’t forget all the regular features: Week in Review, Eat and Run, Gomers Tips, Listener Feedback, two new Songs to Run To, and two new Rookie Mistakes in the Runners Corner. Happy Running!

This Week’s Monday Survey: What motivates you to keep going during those difficult runs? With the marathon fast approaching, we need all the help we can get!

Episode 18 – Recover, Exclamation Point

admin — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 08:26:01 +0000

It was a lighter week for the Gomers, and they have a lot to say about it – most of it good. With the marathon coming up fast, it’s a nice thing to have a good week once in a while! And since they had a little time to breathe, the guys used the time to actually LEARN a thing or two about running. Wow! Of course, their Gomer’s Tips could never be found in any book. Unless that book is made up entirely of Band-Aid/Nipple tips. Er, nipple HINTS. Yeah, that’s better.

Multi-cultural chafing protection!

And now that the marathon is nigh, we’re getting back to the basics: Gomer’s Tips, two new Songs to Run To, Listener Feedback, Week in Review, and the start of a new Runner’s Corner series. Enjoy, and Happy Running!

This week’s Monday Survey: What are your marathon (or any long race) regrets? What do you wish you’d done differently? We want to know, so we can make good choices as our marathon approaches!

Episode 17 – Good Run, Bad Run

admin — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 03:23:42 +0000

“You’re only one run away from a good run.” That’s Gomer1’s theory, and Gomer2 hopes it’s true, because it was brutal for him this week. But it makes for good podcast material, right? Join the guys as they process what it means when one of them has a good week and the other, well, DOESN’T. Of course, it’s not all doom and gloom. When it gets that way, all the guys have to do is argue about whether or not Avatar is actually any good, and everything gets back to normal.

"You'd like me better in 3D, I swear."

Plus, the Gomers reveal their initial thoughts and plans for Running for a Cause in the Runner’s Corner, get back to their jazz roots in Songs to Run To, and talk cold weather and cold leftovers in Listener Feedback. Happy Running!

Monday Survey this week: Do you have any experience with Running for a Cause? Any advice for us? Did it make your running more worthwhile? Tell us your story!

Episode 16 – Birthdays, Anniversaries, and Cold Pizza

admin — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 06:50:12 +0000

It’s the one-year anniversary of the Gomers’ Half Marathon, and they celebrate by – how else? – running 13 miles without stopping. It was the longest run in a year for both of them, and you’ll have to tune in to hear how it went. SPOILER ALERT: It went surprisingly well.

Also, don’t miss the return of Gomers’ Tips of the Week, with cold-weather musings, leftovers advice, and a little celebrity impression that ends up taking on a sick life of its own.

She loves it!

Plus all the regular features: Week in Review, Listener Feedback, the Monday Survey, and two new Songs to Run To. Happy Running!

This Week’s Survey: What are your cold-weather running tips? AND/OR How do you kick up your leftovers? Both good questions, huh?

And here’s the link for the Haiti orphanage Anthony was talking about: thejourneycommunity. Go and donate to help a great cause!

Episode 15 – The Post-Holiday Report

admin — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 06:39:16 +0000

It’s a new year, and the Gomers are trying to get back into the swing of things after a long holiday season – with mixed results. Join them as they talk about their annual training run together, getting back on the bandwagon after travel and Christmas, and running in the single digits, through exotic cities, with screaming knee pain, and while wearing parkas.

And in non-running-related, is it possible to maintain a healthy marriage while playing New Super Mario Wii?

It's a dealbreaker.

This week’s Monday Survey is all about training schedules: Do you have one? How closely do you follow it? Does splitting a long run into two chunks count? Happy Running!

Two Gomers Special 2 – Two Gomers Get Resolute

admin — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 06:01:06 +0000

It’s the second Two Gomers Special: Two Gomers Get Resolute! The guys are visited by three ghosts: Past, Present, and Future…well, not really, but they talk about those things in relation to their running journey.

Taller than he looks.

Plus, we FINALLY discuss the controversial “Plodders” article from the New York Times…and Steven gets a little heated about it. You don’t want to miss that.

So download while the downloadin’s good! Just click the first button to donate (suggested donation: $2.99) to the Two Gomers, and the second to download the New Year’s Special (right click on the DOWNLOAD button and select “Save target as…” or “Download Linked File”). If you donate and include your email, you’ll get a link from us within 48 hours for a special video “thank-you” from the Gomers, recorded at Culver’s, plus your name will be entered into a drawing for a free Two Gomers Tee or Tech shirt. Thanks in advance! Happy Running!

Oh, and don’t forget this week’s Monday Survey: What are your New Years Resolutions?

Gomer Rewind 2 – Somewhere in our Memories

admin — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 03:41:18 +0000

Here’s one more taste of Christmas before you put that tree away – the second Gomer Rewind! This one is holiday-themed, as the Gomers take a look back at their favorite moments from last year’s Christmas episodes. It’s everything you’d expect – bemoaning snow-runs, waxing nostalgic, and trying not to eat like complete idiots. Plus a couple surprises – their most famous fan ever, and the most ridiculous Runner’s Corner ever recorded in the history of man. Oh, and a celebrity guest you will not want to miss!

Be afraid. Be very afraid.

Don’t forget our second Two Gomers Special, arriving New Year’s Day! Happy Running!

Two Gomers Do the Cinnamon Challenge

admin — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 20:48:57 +0000

The Gomers have been talking about it for a year, and here it is, the very special Christmas download: The Cinnamon Challenge!

Get ready to be amazed...

Enjoy the ridiculousness, Merry Christmas, and Happy Running!

Episode 14 – Two Gomers Gomering, and a Partridge in a Pear Tree

admin — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:49:44 +0000

Here it is, the final of three in this year’s series of Christmas episodes. It’s sad, but the Gomers press on, packing in every tiny Christmas-related tidbit they can in between updating the Gomernation on how the marathon-training is going. Which is, incidentally, pretty well.

Join the Gomers as they relate tales of running both in the snow and 80 degree weather, watching classic Christmas movies, and responding to that many-layered question: ”Why are you running a marathon? You must be crazy!”

Well, maybe they are, but just wait till you hear their dissertations on the links between Christmas Story and Christmas Vacation, and The Nutcracker and Home Alone. THEN tell them they’re crazy.

This week’s Survey: What are your New Years Resolutions? And don’t forget, the Christmas Gomer Rewind is next week, followed by the second Gomer Special: Two Gomers Get Resolute. Happy Christmas, and Happy Running!

Episode 13 – Dashing through the snow (or not)

admin — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 16:37:24 +0000

The Gomers are really getting into the Christmas spirit now, with more discussions about food, music, and movies both classic (White Christmas) and kind of a stretch (The Godfather). Oh, and they ran last week, too. Kind of. Winter has decended upon gomer2, and gomer1 does his best to keep him motivated, even though all Steven’s doing is sitting around inside while the snow dumps outside, watching The Biggest Loser finale and eating chips.

: Believe it, fat Danny.

They won’t let it get them down, though. Not with all the regular features to get to, like Week in Review, two new Songs to Run To, the Christmas Corner, Listener Feedback, an all-new Monday Survey…and a True Gomer Confession that’s kind of a game-changer. Happy Holidays, and Happy Running!

Episode 12 – Run Run Rudolph

admin — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 07:09:43 +0000

It’s the first of three Christmas Episodes, and the Gomers couldn’t be more excited. But they’ve also got a lot of catching up to do – both ran Turkey Trots over Thanksgiving, and Anthony ran ANOTHER race after that. That’s right, three races total in one week. All in the name of being able to eat whatever the heck they wanted.

Add a Double Double to that, and it's the perfect meal.

All the regular fixins (Week in Review, Listener Feedback, Eat and Run, Songs to Run To, Monday Survey) and something special thrown in (Christmas Corner) make for an episode that will get you into the holiday spirit, guaranteed.

This week’s survey: We’re trying to assemble the Ultimate Runner’s Christmas List. What are you asking for this Christmas to help you in your running endeavors? The Gomers wanna know!

Happy (Christmas) Running!

Two Gomers Special 1 – Two Gomers Get Thankful

admin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 07:33:13 +0000

Here it is, the first Two Gomers Special: Two Gomers Get Thankful! Join the guys as they take a look at their Gomer journey so far and pick the top three things they’re thankful for. Plus, so much more – insane fundraising stories, dramatic readings from the feared and fabled Third Gomer, and demonstrations on how to win every time at Track and Field for the original Nintendo.

Slap slap slap slap slap slap slap....

So grab the special while the grabbin’s good. Just click the first button to donate (suggested donation: $2.99) to the Two Gomers, and the second to download the Thanksgiving Special (right click on the DOWNLOAD button and select “Save target as…” or “Download Linked File”)! Thanks in advance for donating, we couldn’t do this without you! Have a great Black Friday, and see you next week in the Christmas episodes…Happy Running!

Gomer Rewind 1 – Where It All Began

admin — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 07:00:44 +0000

This week Future Anthony and Future Steven take a look back at when it all began, Episode 1 of Season 1. But it’s not just a rehash of the same old stuff – The Gomers step in between each section and give behind-the-scenes insight, editor’s commentary, and random thoughts you won’t find anywhere else. Unless someone else out there has started a Gomers Commentary podcast, which is doubtful.

So join the Gomers for a blast from the past! Not too far in the past, though, or they’d have to deal with this:

The boys (?) from left to right: gomer3, gomer1, and gomer2

Have a Happy Thanksgiving, and don’t forget to download Two Gomers Get Thankful, the first Two Gomers Special, this Black Friday! Happy Running!

Episode 11 – Love eht (or: Don’t be so solfege!)

admin — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:02:15 +0000

What do Liz Lemon, Shannon from Lost, Miley Cyrus, all 18 Duggars, and Anthony’s landscaper have in common? You guessed it, they’re all on this week’s episode – and they all showed up to hear the guys announce their next big project, The Two Gomers Specials. Actually, the landscaper was the only one actually there, and his leaf-blowing was so loud he didn’t hear anything, but whatever. Liz Lemon would have been there if she wasn’t so busy.

Ladies and Gentlemen, we present to you...The Female Gomer.

But it’s not just about the announcement – there’s also Week in Review, Running in the Media, two new Songs to Run To, and a listener-story-packed Listener Feedback.

This Week’s Survey: In preparation for our upcoming special episode, The Two Gomers Thanksgiving Special: Two Gomers Get Thankful, we’re asking you to get thankful, too. When it comes to running, what are you most thankful for? Let us know, and Happy Running!

Episode 10 – The Re-reveal

admin — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 07:42:31 +0000

Ok, this time it’s final. The Gomers have decided on a new marathon, AGAIN, and it’s a good one. Join them as they spend the next 20 weeks praying that the thing doesn’t get cancelled. But hey, if it does, that means more episodes, right? Maybe this is the podcast that will never end…

And check out all our regular features: Listener Feedback, Week in Review, two new Songs To Run To, and a brand new challenge in the Eat and Run section. Also, a peak behind the scenes at some Gomer texts. Talk about thrilling!

This week’s Monday Survey: We’re looking for “First Race Stories.” Share the story of that first race, or your first long race, to motivate the Gomernation to reach higher heights. Or just to make us laugh at the newbie-ness of it all. Whichever, if you can do it in a paragraph or less, tell us your first race story!

Oh, and p.s., here’s that link to the Running on a Treadmill video. Thanks Brandy! Happy Running!

Episode 9 – Jumping the Gun

admin — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:40:21 +0000

It’s like when Anthony started that one race five minutes late, only the opposite. Seems like the Gomers spoke too soon on their marathon choice, and recorded two entire podcasts before they realized it. Sounds like a job for Future Anthony! And with the first appearance of Future Steven, they do their best to remedy the situation. MOVE THAT BUS BACK!

Sorry, dude.

Also, there’s two new Songs to Run To, a Gomernation-themed Listener Feedback, a positive Week in Review (for once), and Gomers Tips that quickly turn into the guys freaking each other out more and more about the looming marathon (whenever that may be).

Monday Survey of the Week: At long last, give us your input concerning treadmill vs. street running. What’s the difference? Is one better for you than the other? What’s with the different parts of our bodies aching when we alternate? Will our bodies ever STOP aching?

Happy Running!

Episode 8 – The Reveal

admin — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 06:29:48 +0000

Time’s up, and that means the Gomers have a decision to make. After four weeks of discussing, running, doubting, and shingling, what will they decide to do about the big marathon? The suspense is killing you, right? You’ll have to check out the Runner’s Corner for the big reveal!

Move...that...oh, never mind.

Plus another food-related Listener Feedback, our sappiest Songs to Run To ever, and Tony has to get something off his chest in a very special True Gomer Confessions. Oh, and we freak out a little about getting a mention on the #2 podcast on iTunes, Stuff You Should Know!

Monday Survey: Where are you? See the new link on the right called “The Gomernation?” Click on it and let us know where you are on the interactive map. We want to get a better idea of what exactly the Gomernation looks like. Thanks, and Happy Running!

Episode 7 – True Gomer Confessions

admin — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 06:57:53 +0000

After three weeks, Steven is back on his feet, and just about everything has changed. When will Gomer2 be able to run again without almost fainting? And how does this affect their plans for the marathon? With only one week left before their second DTR/Re-evaulation, the Gomers are getting a little worried.

But not too worried to stop talking about our biggest food weaknesses in the Listener Feedback, balancing work and workout in the Week in Review,two “new” songs in Songs To Run To, and ejecting Matt Lauer from a building in our brand new section, True Gomer Confessions.

Monday Survey: After last week’s topic, we need to cleanse our pallets a little, so the Gomers are looking for your HEALTHY eating tips. What is your favorite healthy food? How do you fuel your long runs, and with what? We want to eat right, especially with the dreaded holidays approaching! Happy Running!

Episode 6 – The Fast Food Fast

admin — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 02:32:41 +0000

One Gomer runs while the other one continues to recover, slowly but surely, this week. Join them as they continue to hash out what this set-back means, and what people are saying about it…including their moms. Also, a challenge from Anthony in the Eat and Run section…and a debate concerning Chipotle that everyone’s in on, including the listeners.

Does this thing make you fatter? Or faster?

And a lot of other fun stuff on the way – Week in Review, Eat and Run, Songs to Run To, and Listener Feedback. Thanks for Listening, and Happy Running!

This week’s Monday Survey: What is your biggest food weakness? Since we’re going on the Fast Food Fast, we thought we’d ask – what’s the food that’s bad for you, but hardest for you to give up? Let us know!

Episode 5 – Shingle Me This

admin — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 02:15:08 +0000

This week is all about injury and sickness – so it should be a fun one! Listen in as the Gomers discuss sprains, sores, aches, pains, and boils. And the Gomers as cultural liaisons to Japan? It just might happen. Also, do we have a Biggest Loser mentality or a Survivor mentality? Go on, take a wild guess.

Our second-favorite obscenity-screaming trainer.

And all the other stuff too: Week in Review, Running in the Media, Songs to Run To, Listener Feedback, and our new Monday Survey. Thanks for all the amazing feedback this week, let’s keep it up! Happy Running (or recovering)!

This week’s Monday Survey: How do you stay in shape when you’re injured or sick? And how do you keep your spirits up? Gomer2 needs all the help he can get!

Episode 4 – The DTR

admin — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 06:22:01 +0000

It’s a big one this week. The Gomers get down to brass tacks, letting you in on a little conversation that could change everything. Nervous? Join the club.

But don’t worry, the regular sections are here, too - Week in Review, Runner’s Corner, Songs to Run To…and Listener Feedback, where we discuss this very special, very detailed graph, submitted by a listener.

It's all true.

This week’s Monday Survey is out of pure curiosity: Where are you when you listen to The Gomers? And how do you listen? When during the week? We’ll ask the “why” some other time, this podcast seemed heavy enough without getting into that. Happy Running!

Episode 3 – A Tale of Two Races

admin — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:04:36 +0000

Both Gomers ran races last week, and they have a lot to say on the subject…and it probably won’t surprise you that Anthony started a full 5 minutes after everyone else did at his 5k, and that Steven is still aching from his trail race, an entire week later. Oh well, they are Gomers after all!

THESE guys ran a Half-Marathon?!

Also, discussions on the antics of Kanye and Kramer, another true Gomer confession, and the stiff competition the Gomers face on iTunes. Plus, the TV shows they’re most looking forward to this fall. You didn’t think they’d just talk about running on their running podcast, did you? You must be new.

Monday Survey of the Week: We need help with our stretching routines. Actually, we don’t have stretching routines, and we’d like to. Should we stretch before or after the run? For how long? What are some stretches that have been helpful/harmful to you? We want to be limber and spry, you know. So help a Gomer out!

Episode 2 – Gettin’ all Tangential

admin — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:29:55 +0000

Episode Two is on, and the Gomers are getting into their marathon training. Join them as they talk about headaches vs. migraines, running at night vs. running in the day, chill songs vs. upbeat ones, burgers vs. chicken, and Danny Tanner vs. Joey Gladstone.

Gomer or no Gomer?

And so much more: Week in Review, Gomer’s Tips, Songs to Run To, Listener Feedback, and the all new Monday Survey. Happy Running!

This week’s Monday Survey: What Fall TV are you looking forward to in the next month or so? Wait, this is a running podcast, isn’t it?

Episode 1 – All Things New

admin — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:22:56 +0000

It’s the first official episode of Season 2…and the Gomers are scared. Join them as they discuss the challenges of starting a new training regimen, learn how to eat and run, and reacquaint themselves with the art of podcasting.

And so much more: Listener Feedback, Week in Review, the new jingle, new section “Eat and Run,” and the Monday Survey.

This Week’s Monday Survey: How do we eat while we’re training? What is your favorite thing to eat while training for a run? Anything we should avoid?

Pre-run snack.

Happy Running!

Episode 0 – Season Two Preview

admin — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 23:09:54 +0000

The Two Gomers are back in this preview episode of their all new season! Join them as they chat about how they feel about the upcoming marathon, whether or not they’re still Gomers, how often they say the word “tease,” and whether or not they’ll make it on Conan this year.

Also, all the details you need to know about how to subscribe to the new podcast and stay connected to the GomerNation this season. Glad to be back, and Happy Running!

Season Two Jingle – Auto-tunetasic

admin — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 19:56:03 +0000

Here it is folks, auto-tuned bassoon and all. Try not to think about Kanye while you listen to it.

Twenty-six two, twenty-six two...

Come to think of it, that probably won’t be a problem.

Season One Jingle – Just To Tide You Over

admin — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 18:22:35 +0000

Welcome to the all-new home of the Two Gomers!

The Season 2 teaser is coming the last week of August, then our first Marathon episode in early September!

Just to tide you over, take a listen to the jingle we debuted last season that you can’t seem to get out of your head…