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Secretly Sporty

Secretly Sporty

By: Sebastian Langdell
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What if working out was about more than the workout? Each week, writer and fitness enthusiast Sebastian Langdell talks to an author, musician, comedian, filmmaker, or other creative about their exercise routine, athletic passions, approach to nutrition – and, most importantly, how their fitness practice fuels their artistic practice.

You’ll hear about how boxing and bouldering boost mental health, long bike rides offer a shortcut to transcendence, and getting physically stronger leads to more ambitious art.

By the end of the episode, you’ll be inspired to both hit the gym and write your novel.


Have someone you’d love to hear discuss their workout routine? Email us at secretlysportypodcast@gmail.com.


Note: The views expressed in this show are those of the show’s creators or the guests, and not those of any other entity or institution. Please consult with a doctor before starting any new exercise routine or nutritional program.


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Episodes
  • Lucas Schaefer Slips into the Ring

    Lucas Schaefer Slips into the Ring
    Jun 15 2026
    Author Lucas Schaefer shares with Sebastian how Lord’s Boxing Gym in Austin changed his relationship with fitness and inspired his award-winning debut novel The Slip. He also dishes on his current pet peeve in the fitness industry, reflects on the parallels between writing and working out, and explains how having his first child has impacted his approach to exercise and food. Plus: he goes deep on the doubt and uncertainty he felt during the twelve years he worked on The Slip.

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    25 mins
  • Lisa B. Thompson Strides to the Next Act

    Lisa B. Thompson Strides to the Next Act
    Jun 8 2026
    Celebrated playwright and co-host of KUT’s Black Austin Matters Lisa B.Thompson talks to Sebastian about her Sunday ritual of walking while listening to gospel music, why she considers meditation a part of working out, and how she went from hating ab exercises to loving them. She also discusses the origin of Black Austin Matters, previews her new play opening this fall, and extends an invite to Ryan Coogler. Plus, she spills the tea on her favorite brand of tea.

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    27 mins
  • Maya Lau Salsas through Mexico City

    Maya Lau Salsas through Mexico City
    Jun 4 2026
    In this month’s edition of Rest Day Radio, Sebastian is joined by his college friend Maya Lau, the host of Other People’s Pockets, to talk about her life-long passion for dance, her move to Mexico City, and why she thinks exercise should be enjoyable, not punishing. She and Sebastian also analyze the way the elementary-school set approaches music, and they make plans for a flash mob. Plus, Sebastian answers the lightning round questions!

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    29 mins
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