Meet the Nation 337 - Eric Mauricette

In this Meet the Nation episode, host Scotty welcomes Eric Mauricette, a UPS driver and passionate runner from Baileyville, Maine, near the Canadian border. Eric shares his journey from high school soccer and cross-country to becoming a dedicated road and ultra-runner, with a deep love for Maine’s rugged landscapes and the Mount Washington and Bay of Fundy marathons. He co-directs the Bold Coast Runners, a small but active running club that hosts a sold-out 50K event called the Bold Coast Bash, and also serves as co-director of the Bay of Fundy International Marathon—a rare race that crosses the U.S.-Canada border. Eric reflects on his unique upbringing in the U.S. Virgin Islands, growing up on a sailboat, and his deep connection to the 10 Junk Miles podcast, which he discovered during long drives. He expresses excitement about future races, including the possibility of running the Bay of Fundy Marathon with his wife, and shares personal insights on community, resilience, and the joy of running. The episode ends with Eric heading to see Bob Dylan live, underscoring the blend of everyday life and adventure that defines the podcast’s ethos.