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Set the Pace

Rob Simmelkjaer, Becs Gentry

Booking Overview

This is a weekly interview show focused on running, marathon culture, athlete perseverance, race preparation, and sports performance, featuring elite and emerging runners alongside coaches, race directors, nutritionists, advocates, and New York civic or cultural figures. Credible pitches include professional or Olympic athletes, marathon experts, sports-medicine and nutrition specialists, race-industry leaders, authors with relevant expertise, and advocates connected to running or athlete welfare; booking difficulty is medium because the show attracts notable sports figures but also features accessible subject-matter experts and community leaders.

Metrics

Episodes: 187

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 268.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

kjones@nyrr.org

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Host

Rob Simmelkjaer - Chief executive officer of New York Road Runners and co-host of its official podcast.

Becs Gentry - Peloton instructor and co-host of the New York Road Runners official podcast.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Professional or Olympic-level athletic experience; major race victories; senior roles in race production or running organizations; recognized expertise in sports medicine, nutrition, or coaching; relevant books or media credentials; or established leadership in athlete advocacy and New York civic or cultural institutions.
Required Achievements:  
Elite or professional race victories, Olympic or major-marathon experience, Senior leadership in running and race organizations, Published books or recognized expertise in sports performance, Leadership of athlete-welfare or community initiatives

Recent Guest Discussions

Ted Metellus - New York City Marathon Race-week Planning, Transportation, Course Logistics, Race-day Preparation, And Event Operations.

Marco Langon - Winning The New Balance 5th Avenue Mile, Race Strategy, The Fifth Avenue Course, And His Upcoming Season.

Jemma Reekie - Winning The New Balance 5th Avenue Mile, Race Strategy, The Fifth Avenue Finish, And Future Competition Plans.

Heidi Skolnik - Glp-1 Medications, Fueling, Hydration, Appetite, Exercise, And Nutritional Support For Runners.

Viola Cheptoo - Her Marathon Career, Returning To New York, Gender-based Violence, And Tirop's Angels' Survivor-support Work.

Recent Topics

Sports, Running, Marathon Training, Road Racing, Sports Nutrition

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Set the Pace
:

Everything You Need to Know for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon—Ortho Edition

October 08, 2026

If you’re training for the TCS New York City Marathon or another fall marathon, this episode of Set the Pace is for you! Rob sits down with Dr. Jordan Metzl, a nationally recognized sports medicine physician at Hospital for Special Surgery and a member of New York Road Runners’ Medical Advisory Council. A 14-time Ironman finisher who has run over 40 marathons, Dr. Metzl is also the author of several books, including his latest, “Push,” which came out earlier this year....

How Runners Can Save Lives

October 01, 2026

Counting down to the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon, Set the Pace is shining a spotlight on the runners who put purpose behind every mile by raising funds for the race’s more than 670 Official Charity Partners. This week, Rob is joined by Christopher Sheridan of the American Heart Association (AHA), NYRR Hall of Famer and Olympic medalist Jenny Simpson, and NYRR Medical Director Dr. Matt Friedman for an important discussion about cardiac arrest, CPR, and the power of being prepared. Ch...

Becs Gentry & Friends Take Us Way Beyond the Marathon Distance

September 24, 2026

Behind the Scenes  of the 2026 UTMB - The world summit of trail running with Becs Gentry, Margot Fleming and Jeremiah Maestre.This week, Rob interviews Becs and friends about their passion for ultramarathon running. Joining the conversation is Margot Fleming, an ultrarunner and coach based in Los Angeles whose father, Tom Fleming, won the New York City Marathon in 1973 and again in 1975. Margot ran the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon, marking 50 years since her father’s first win. ...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Set the Pace?

Set the Pace is hosted by Rob Simmelkjaer and Becs Gentry. Its publicly listed email is kjones@nyrr.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Set the Pace?

The publicly listed email for Set the Pace: kjones@nyrr.org.

How many listeners does Set the Pace have?

Podseeker estimates Set the Pace reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Set the Pace?

Set the Pace typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Professional or Olympic-level athletic experience; major race victories; senior roles in race production or running organizations; recognized expertise in sports medicine, nutrition, or coaching; relevant books or media credentials; or established leadership in athlete advocacy and New York civic or cultural institutions. Common among recent guests: Elite or professional race victories; Olympic or major-marathon experience; Senior leadership in running and race organizations. Recent guests include Ted Metellus, Marco Langon, and Jemma Reekie.

How hard is it to get booked on Set the Pace?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Set the Pace cover?

Recent episodes cover Sports, Running, Marathon Training, Road Racing, and Sports Nutrition. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

kjones@nyrr.org

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