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"The 'behind-the-scenes' of the running world, where expert technical gear knowledge meets the chaotic reality of everyday life."
It bridges the gap between a high-end, performance-focused running show and a "local radio" style chat show. It’s for the runner who wants to know exactly why a shoe’s foam density matters, but also wants to hear about the disastrous Airbnb stay or the funny encounter at the local park on the way to the start line.
Co-Host and Lead Reviewer
Tom Moulai brings an elite-level perspective to shoe testing, bridging his background as an NCAA middle-distance runner (University of Kentucky/Wyoming) with his current pursuit of middle-distance triathlon. Tom’s insights are backed by years on the front lines of the New Zealand running industry at The Frontrunner Colombo, giving him a technical command of midsole mechanics, geometry, and fit that few can match. Whether testing carbon-plated racers for race-day speed or searching for the perfect recovery trainer, Tom’s reviews are defined by the critical eye of a professional athlete. He evaluates gear not just for a quick spin, but for how it supports performance through the deepest stages of fatigue.
Co-Host and Owner
Oska isn’t just a 2:16 marathoner; he’s someone who has spent his entire career immersed in the mechanics of footwear. As a co-founder of The Frontrunner Colombo, he has turned his elite-level racing experience into a business built on technical precision. Oska sees shoes from both sides of the counter: as a professional athlete who demands peak efficiency under race-day fatigue, and as a shop owner who spends his days analyzing the biomechanics of every customer who walks through the door. He doesn’t test shoes to find what’s "trendy"—he tests them to see what actually works. If a shoe makes it into his rotation, it’s because it’s been put through the wringer and passed the test of someone who knows what it takes to perform at the highest level.
co-host and coo
As the Head of Operations for Frontrunner Colombo, Anna offers a unique and essential perspective to the Run Spesh lineup. Her operational expertise keeps the team on track, while her active participation in the local running scene and her insights into retail and brand management provide listeners with a well-rounded view of the industry. Anna is known for her thoughtful contributions and for steering the show’s "occasionally chaotic" banter back to the heart of the running experience.
Co-Host and Marketing
Maia Flint is the powerhouse you’ll find holding it down at the Frontrunner store—when she’s not busy absolutely destroying local trails or lining up in a New Zealand singlet, that is. Maia brings a lethal combination of elite athletic insight and genuine, on-the-floor expertise to the Run Spesh crew. She knows exactly which shoes are going to make you faster (and which ones are just hype), and she’s never afraid to drop some truth bombs on the podcast. If you’re looking for someone who balances world-class racing speed with the grounded, day-to-day chaos of the shop life, look no further. Maia is the heart, the speed, and the reality check we all need.
