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The Long Haul

Jon McGavock, Steve Scoles

Booking Overview

The Long Haul spotlights endurance stories from the Canadian Prairies, using elite athletes as anchors for lessons in grit, mindset, and long-term achievement. It’s a great platform for sports and coaching figures who can speak beyond results—into training culture, teamwork, and personal development.

Metrics

Episodes: 17

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Female

Listener location: Canada

YouTube: 219 subscribers

Instagram: 3.6k followers

Page updated: Oct 28, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

info@umfm.com

psa@umfm.com

sales@umfm.com

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Host

Jon McGavock - Co-host of The Long Haul, focusing on inspiring endurance stories emerging from the Canadian Prairies. Works alongside Steve Scoles to draw out the life lessons behind athletic perseverance and pro...

Steve Scoles - Co-host of The Long Haul, digging into great and inspiring endurance stories from the Prairies. Leads episodes with a reflective, behind-the-scenes approach to endurance sport and the personal deve...

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Elite endurance athletes with prairie roots (or strong prairie connections), plus credible coaches/mentors who can discuss training, mindset, and career progression; often Olympians, world champions, or top-tier professionals.
Required Achievements:  
Olympic participation, World Championship titles, Top finishes/podiums at major events, Pro-circuit leadership, Post-competition coaching or talent development

Recent Guest Discussions

Leah Kirchmann - Journey From Prairie Headwinds To The Olympic Stage; Role In Growth Of Women’s Racing; Realities Of The European Pro Circuit; Helping Guide Canada’s Next Generation Of Riders

Leah Kirchmann - Elite Cycling Career Reflection; Resilience And Life Lessons From Racing; Teamwork; Mental Approach; Transition From Athlete To Coach

Recent Topics

Endurance Sports, Cycling, Athletes, Coaching, Sports

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Long Haul
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Season 2, Episode 1: Adam Smith Returns!

October 23, 2026

The Long Haul Pedal Cast is back for season two and we're happy to catch up with returning guest Adam Smith to talk about another season of racing in France, a brutal Tour de l’Avenir, a trip into the WorldTour peloton  and going wheel-to-wheel with super domestique Tim Wellens!

Season 1, Episode 16: Season One Recap!

April 17, 2026

Steve and Jon sit down to review and amazing first season of the podcast!

Season 1, Episode 15: Leah Kirchmann, Part Two

March 13, 2026

From the “Kids of Mud” in Manitoba to the world stage, Leah Kirchmann joins the PedalCast for this great two part episode to reflect on a remarkable cycling career. Two-time Olympian, World Championship winner, and Tour de France podium finisher, Leah shares the highs, lows, and life lessons from elite racing, including resilience, teamwork, and the mental approach that guided her from athlete to coach.

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Frequently asked questions

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The Long Haul
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How do I get in touch with The Long Haul?

The Long Haul is hosted by Jon McGavock and Steve Scoles. Its publicly listed emails are info@umfm.com, psa@umfm.com, and sales@umfm.com. 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 The Long Haul?

The publicly listed emails for The Long Haul: info@umfm.com, psa@umfm.com, and sales@umfm.com.

How many listeners does The Long Haul have?

Podseeker estimates The Long Haul reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Long Haul?

The Long Haul typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Elite endurance athletes with prairie roots (or strong prairie connections), plus credible coaches/mentors who can discuss training, mindset, and career progression; often Olympians, world champions, or top-tier professionals. Common among recent guests: Olympic participation; World Championship titles; Top finishes/podiums at major events. Recent guests include Leah Kirchmann and Leah Kirchmann.

How hard is it to get booked on The Long Haul?

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

What topics does The Long Haul cover?

Recent episodes cover Endurance Sports, Cycling, Athletes, Coaching, and Sports. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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Publicly listed emails

info@umfm.com

psa@umfm.com

sales@umfm.com

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