Teesche Podcast

Tim Teege

I believe that there are a few things that will help us lead a better life. One is to focus on having both a healthy mind and body. To achieve this, I try to read a good number of books and run several marathons each year. Since I began writing blog posts in 2011, I have focused primarily on books and races as my main topics. More recently, I have converted some of these posts into narrated podcasts that can be easily enjoyed while running. read less

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Episode 0: Teesche Podcast Trailer

Episode 0: Teesche Podcast Trailer

I’ve started a podcast for everyone who wants to read my blog posts but can’t find the time for it. It’s about cultivating a healthy mind in a healthy body. Enjoy!

Episodes

Episode 111: Chicago Marathon: The Odd One Out of the Three World Majors in the United States?

Episode 111: Chicago Marathon: The Odd One Out of the Three World Majors in the United States?

After Boston and New York City the previous year, I’ve had the ticket for Chicago 2024. I was wondering a lot why the city is included in the most prestigious list of races, so I went on the quest to find out and raced it.

Episode 110: Book – Marton Kovacs, How to Run the European Parliament

Episode 110: Book – Marton Kovacs, How to Run the European Parliament

Politics is a tricky business. The EU parliament with people from 27 different countries who speak 24 different languages and try to make decisions might be the masterclass. Insider author Kovacs tells it as it is to become successful. No time wasted.

Episode 109: Book – Val N. Tine, Nothing & Everything

Episode 109: Book – Val N. Tine, Nothing & Everything

What exactly is “nihilism” and does it make sense? Will it lead to depression to realize there’s no inherent meaning or purpose to anything? That nothing is even real? It might, but it should not. And that’s what this book explains.

Episode 108: Project System Elephant: A New Way to Look at Work

Episode 108: Project System Elephant: A New Way to Look at Work

These are my thoughts about being a full-time dad and caretaker of the household. I describe how that panned out and what I intend to change.

Episode 107: Book – Rebecca Boyle, Our Moon

Episode 107: Book – Rebecca Boyle, Our Moon

It’s just been there in the sky for as long as humans can remember, but what exactly is our Moon and how did it influence life on Earth? The book explains thousands of years of human history with our closest companion in space.

Episode 106: Book – David Graeber, Bullshit Jobs

Episode 106: Book – David Graeber, Bullshit Jobs

Why are so many people convinced that their jobs are totally pointless and wouldn’t be missed by anyone were they to disappear? The book tries to explain how we got here, but has its lengths. Still it’s important for us to realize what’s happening here.

Episode 105: Running on Every Single Day for 1,000 Consecutive Days – Is Streak Running Stupid or Awesome?

Episode 105: Running on Every Single Day for 1,000 Consecutive Days – Is Streak Running Stupid or Awesome?

What started unexpectedly quickly intensified. To me, streak running is undeniably awesome, not foolish. Discover the journey’s highs and lows in this post and decide for yourself whether streak running is a brilliant strategy or overrated!

Episode 104: What’s It like to Be an Official Pacer at a Marathon Race?

Episode 104: What’s It like to Be an Official Pacer at a Marathon Race?

Ever wondered what it's like to be the one setting the pace at a marathon? Dive into the world of official marathon pacers!

Episode 103: Book – Sharon Kaye, Philosophy: A Complete Introduction

Episode 103: Book – Sharon Kaye, Philosophy: A Complete Introduction

It is what it says on the cover, but it’s way more fun and enjoyable than that suggests. A chronologic journey through the history of philosophy to show us what humans have been pondering over the centuries. With anecdotes, summaries, and quizzes!

Episode 102: Book – Chris Helder, Useful Belief

Episode 102: Book – Chris Helder, Useful Belief

A short book about a single idea, written with an awkward stylistic choice and some delusions on the side. There’s still something in it we can take away and use for our benefit!

Episode 101: Book – Alexi Pappas, Bravey

Episode 101: Book – Alexi Pappas, Bravey

Alexi Pappas is an Olympic 10,000 meters runner who has experienced many different lives. From a tough event in her childhood to working relentlessly for her dream, facing setbacks after achieving it, and rising again, her story is a true rollercoaster.

Episode 100: Zugspitz Ultra Trail 2024: Overcoming Discomfort with Gratefulness and Tomato Paste

Episode 100: Zugspitz Ultra Trail 2024: Overcoming Discomfort with Gratefulness and Tomato Paste

I recount my grueling yet rewarding experience at the Zugspitz Ultra Trail. With a new level of information density I’m taking you through all challenging legs of the race, my thoughts and strategies, and the indescribable joy of crossing the finish line.

Episode 99: Book – Eckart Tolle, The Power of Now

Episode 99: Book – Eckart Tolle, The Power of Now

The past and future are imaginary products within our brains and all we’ll ever have is the present moment. So far, so good. But what else is there in this bestseller book? How can its wisdom be applied and is it wisdom, even?

Episode 98: 4th Munich Breweries Ultra – 80 Kilometers With Seven Beer Stops in Pouring Rain

Episode 98: 4th Munich Breweries Ultra – 80 Kilometers With Seven Beer Stops in Pouring Rain

The journey of the 4th Munich Breweries Ultra in 2024: an 80-kilometer run with beer stops at Munich’s finest breweries. Despite challenging weather, the spirit of camaraderie and adventure shines through. Fitness meets fun in this unique ultra run.

Episode 97: Book – Yuval Noah Harari, Homo Deus

Episode 97: Book – Yuval Noah Harari, Homo Deus

In what feels like a follow-up to his breakout success, Sapiens, Harari now discusses humankind’s current focus and possible trajectory towards becoming a data-reliant species, merged with technology and maybe losing our humanism along the way.

Episode 96: Book – Derek Sivers, Useful Not True

Episode 96: Book – Derek Sivers, Useful Not True

Sivers has done it again and wrote another short and concise book about basically one single idea. That idea is so powerful it has the ability to change many lives for the better. Therefore, this book should be read by everyone.

Episode 95: Book – Martin Sonneborn, Herr Sonneborn bleibt in Brüssel

Episode 95: Book – Martin Sonneborn, Herr Sonneborn bleibt in Brüssel

[GERMAN] Hat der Satiriker nach seiner zweiten Amtszeit im EU-Parlament seinen Humor verloren? Fast. Dennoch ist das Buch sehr wichtig und interessant. Es zeigt die groben Missstände und Korruption auf und verursacht trotzdem einige Lacher.

Episode 94: Hamburg Marathon: Celebrating a Sub-3 Race on Home Turf

Episode 94: Hamburg Marathon: Celebrating a Sub-3 Race on Home Turf

In this detailed recounting of Hamburg Marathon 2024 I share my journey of breaking the three-hour barrier in my home city after several years of trying. I also provide commentary on my training routine, race strategies, and reflections on the experience.

Episode 93: How to Build a Tiny Software as a Service (SaaS) with Very Few Skills

Episode 93: How to Build a Tiny Software as a Service (SaaS) with Very Few Skills

A personal narrative about my experience developing and maintaining an online chat tool called Speechbox. From its inception in 2007 to its current state, I discuss the challenges and successes encountered along the way.

Episode 92: Book – J. K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

Episode 92: Book – J. K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

An energetic finale to a wonderful book series. Fast-paced action, a complex narrative, and strong character developments. Rowling’s ability to create hopelessness and despair, conjure up a big plot twist, and leave us with a warm feeling is unparalleled.