
Run Your Story Podcast
Where Every Story Needs to be Heard! Runners and walkers are interviewed to tell their run/walk stories, share fun memories, and provide great advice for those interested in this sport!
Episodes
126 episodes
Ellen Langham - "Lace up those shoes and get out and go!"
Join us as we dive deep into the inspiring running journey of a passionate runner who transformed from a non-athlete to a dedicated marathon enthusiast.Discover the motivational story behind Ellen's 'Run' tattoo and learn how she tackle...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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48:15

Tracy Kemper - "There is a season for everything"
In this inspiring episode, Tracy shares her lifelong passion for running, which has been a constant thread throughout her life.Growing up on a farm in Ohio, her love for running began with barefoot adventures and continued through eleme...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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1:05:24

Mike Megginson - "A determination to finish"
In this episode, we dive deep into Mike's transformation from despising running to embracing it as a significant part of his life for over 23 years.Mike shares fascinating stories, including racing in Costa Rica alongside a herd of hors...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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30:13

Scott Thornhill - "Inject life into other people"
In this inspiring episode, Scott shares his incredible journey from being an overweight middle schooler to embracing the running community and achieving incredible feats.Starting with his struggles and motivations in high school footbal...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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54:08

Laura Allen - "Resilience"
In this powerful episode of Run Your Story, we sit down with Laura, a passionate runner with a story that will leave you inspired and emotional.Laura shares how her life and running journey are intricately intertwined, detailing her str...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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51:34

Riley Strickland - "Never miss a long run"
In this episode, we welcome Raleigh, a dedicated runner and YMCA wellness coach.Raleigh shares her inspiring journey into running, starting from her first half marathon in October 2021 to completing marathons and ultras.She high...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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40:25

Ryan Cardinal - "Give yourself some grace"
In this episode of the Run Your Story Podcast, Allison Gaillard dives into the inspiring journey of Ryan Cardinal, a Fresh Junkie ambassador and Ainsley's Angels runner.Ryan shares his unique and motivating story of starting to run at a...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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41:43

Kit Ekman - "When you're down, go for a run"
Join Kit and Allison as they discuss Kit's deep-rooted passion for running that began in a pioneering running family of the '70s.Kit shares a fascinating journey through early childhood memories of marathon finish lines, high school wre...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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50:15

Jacki Franco - "Don't let a bad run define you as a runner"
Join us for an in-depth and heartfelt conversation with Jacki Franco as she shares her running journey, from her early days as a dancer and cheerleader to becoming a dedicated runner.Discover how running helped her grieve and find purpo...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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49:53

Chris Steinkamp - "Nothing is ever too big for you to accomplish"
Join Chris as he hilariously recounts his unexpected hotel room podcast experience, revealing his origins in high school running, the camaraderie he's built over the years, and his competitive running breakthroughs.From his detailed mor...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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51:02

Gabe Multer (Founder of Carbs Fuel) - "Keep rowing the boat!"
Join us for an exhilarating episode with Gabe, the visionary behind Carbs Fuel! Discover Gabe's inspiring journey from a teenage cyclist idolizing his dad to becoming an innovator in sports nutrition.In this candid conversation, he shar...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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40:47

Kitty York - "Today's the day!"
Join us on a heartwarming episode where Kitty York shares stories about the profound impact her father had on her family through the discipline of running.From practicing optometry to his unwavering spiritual guidance, Kitty recounts ch...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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29:45

Tracy Tesauro - "Just keep trying! Don't quit!"
In this uplifting episode, Tracy shares her incredible journey into running, which began unexpectedly after breaking her wrist at a Bunko game.Tune in to hear about her favorite motivational RaceTatts, her experience running with MyRace...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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50:51

Brian Goodell (Bibboards Founder) - "I'm inspired every day I get up!"
Brian shares his journey from childhood cheetah dreams to becoming an innovative force in the running community.He discusses his initial invention, Diptops, and how his collaboration with patent attorney Rob Greenspoon led to the creati...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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57:39

Dena Lewis (Running Mate) and Abby Lokits (Female Runner Safety Summit) - "Endurance. Resilience."
Join us at the Running Event (TRE) as we delve into the inspiring journeys of two dedicated female runners.With over 20 years of running experience, our guests share their personal stories, from finding solace in running while raising k...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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34:46

Jennifer Ballance - "Be relentless"
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jennifer, a Fresh Junkie Ambassador with a passion for running and helping others.From her beginnings in a work-mandated running club to completing half marathons in 31 states dressed as Wonder...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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32:56

Brittany Pastor - "Go slow. Have fun."
In this engaging episode, Allison finally welcomes Brittany Pastor to the podcast after nearly a year of attempts.They reminisce about their fun time at Louisiana Half Marathon, highlight Brittany’s inspiring journey into running as a w...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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56:48

Danny Huynh - "Just one more."
In this engaging episode, Danny Huynh shares his incredible journey from a reluctant runner to a dedicated athlete, meeting inspiring people along the way.Discover his experiences as a Fresh Junkie Ambassador and an Ainsley's Angel runn...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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30:43

Amber Fillingim - "Say less. Give good."
In the kickoff episode of Runner Story's third season, host Alison Gilliard celebrates the podcast's two-year anniversary with a special guest, Amber Fillingim.A phenomenal runner and veteran, Amber shares her journey from hating runnin...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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1:15:20

Kathy Smith - Bras Across the Causeway
Bras Across the Causeway is a charity run organized by Kathy Smith. The event was inspired by a conversation she had with radio host Matt McCoy in 2016 about finding a way to give back to the community and support breast cancer patients. They c...
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Season 2
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Episode 53
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28:03

Katy Grube (Making Strides Against Breast Cancer) - "Find a buddy"
Join us in this exciting episode as Allison and Katy share their heartfelt and humorous running adventures.From racing while pregnant and pushing each other through challenges, to fun memories of the Reindeer Run and Azalea Trail, their...
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Season 2
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Episode 52
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54:37

Haley Orillion - "Do it scared"
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Haley, the 'Portrait of Hope' for Strides Against Breast Cancer.Haley shares her remarkable story of being diagnosed with the BRCA1 gene and how she turned fear into strength through running.
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Season 2
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Episode 51
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37:15

Jodi Blohme - "Active against cancer"
Jodi shares her inspirational journey from not only finding a passion in running but using it as a force to help her fight breast cancer.The episode delves into her transformation into a dedicated runner, recounting her first experience...
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Season 2
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Episode 50
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1:02:25

Lisa Bourgeois - "They said it would be fun!"
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, Lisa shares her incredible journey of transforming from a self-described 'prissy' individual to a dedicated runner.Through candid storytelling, Lisa reveals how her running adventures began, the ...
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Season 2
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Episode 49
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50:29

Sarah Bumgarner (WRC This is Life 5k) - "One more..."
Join us in this inspiring conversation with Sarah, a passionate runner and community supporter.Sarah's journey began in high school, running track to hang out with friends, and flourished into a lifelong passion. She shares her experien...
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Season 2
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Episode 48
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40:08
