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
108 episodes
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
Jordyn Moyles - "I can outrun my mind"
Join us in this episode as we chat with Jordyn, an avid runner and advocate for the Women's Resource Center. Discover how Jordyn's running journey began in college as a break from nursing school and evolved into half-marathons and aspirations f...
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Season 2
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Episode 47
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24:22
Laurel Flowers (WRC This is Life 5k) - "Empowered. Valued. Thrived."
In this episode, Allison Gaillard sits down with Laurel Flowers to discuss the upcoming This is Life 5K in partnership with the Women's Resource Center.Laurel shares her personal experiences balancing motherhood and running, the importa...
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Season 2
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Episode 46
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22:43
Victor Stevens - "Have fun while you run!"
Join Allison Gaillard as she chats with the spirited and notable runner, Victor Stevens.Discover Victor's compelling journey from accidental runner to seasoned competitor, his love for community, and the stories from his numerous races....
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Season 2
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Episode 45
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45:03
Don Oswalt - "Believe. Achieve."
In this episode, Allison Gaillard interviews Don Oswalt, the creator and founder of MyRaceTatts.They discuss Don's journey into running, how he started MyRaceTatts, and his philosophies on visualization, mental toughness, and the import...
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Season 2
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Episode 44
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50:47
Josie McDonald - "Go one more!"
In this lively episode, Allison Gaillard chats with the remarkable Josie McDonald, a multi-sport athlete heading to Montevallo for college.Josie shares her story of becoming a runner, her favorite races, pre- and post-race routines, and...
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Season 2
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Episode 43
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29:45
Allison Gaillard - "I'm running for more than myself"
Join Kristen Rather and Meredith Nations as they sit down with Allison Gaillard, the host of the 'Run Your Story' podcast. This episode dives deep into Allison's running journey, the inspirations behind her running career, and the trans...
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Season 2
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Episode 42
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51:31
Allyson Swann - "Keep on living. Keep on being social. Keep loving life. Just keep moving."
Join us in this lively episode as Allison Gaillard sits down with the ever-enthusiastic Allyson Swann to chat about everything from fun running adventures and triathlons, to their undying love for Halloween.Get ready for a dose of infec...
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Season 2
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Episode 41
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59:30
Kyle Coffey - "Stay consistent and be mentally tough"
Join Allison Gaillard as she sits down with Kyle Coffey, who shares his incredible running journey from a Christmas joke to becoming a Boston Marathon qualifier.Discover the highs, the lows, and everything in between as Kyle takes us th...
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Season 2
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Episode 40
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1:22:24
Rick Cauley - "Never middle age"
Join Allison Gaillard as she dives into an inspiring conversation with Rick Cauley, a dedicated running coach with a passion for sports and fitness!From humorous anecdotes about the Satsuma Gator football team to the challenges of runni...
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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40:44
Willie Onderdonk - "Keep Grinding!"
Join us for an inspiring episode as Willie takes us through his incredible fitness journey! From his early days as a cyclist to his evolution into a passionate runner, Willie opens up about the highs and lows that have shaped him.Discov...
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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34:55
Tammy Denson - "You got this!"
🎙️ Get ready to lace up your running shoes for an electrifying episode! Join us as Tammy takes us on her thrilling journey from her first city track meet at the young age of nine to conquering 17 marathons. Tammy shares how running transformed ...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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40:36
Julius McManus - "Just keep pushing! Never give up!"
In this episode, Julius shares his incredible journey from running track in high school to becoming an adaptive athlete after a career-ending knee injury while serving in the Navy.He details his struggles with surgeries, recovery, and m...
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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1:02:17
Lee Hanks - "Stop talking about it, and do it!"
In this heartfelt episode, Lee shares his inspiring journey from a childhood love for running to grappling with health issues and eventually reclaiming his health and passion for running.He reflects on key milestones, such as losing sig...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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42:28
Ben Roberts - "Punch that hill in the face!"
In this episode, Ben Roberts recounts his journey into running, highlighting how it began with casual 5Ks and evolved into a meaningful personal and communal experience.From childhood memories of running only when chased, Ben describes ...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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42:56
Clint Pagan - "Keep Pounding"
In this episode, Clint shares his inspiring journey from starting running as a means to cope with bottled-up emotions to achieving his goal of running the Boston Marathon.Clint discusses his beginnings in Atlanta, where he discovered th...
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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1:02:33
Julius Lunsford - "I got one more to go!"
In this episode, we sit down with Julius, an avid runner whose journey from a chunky kid with asthma to a passionate marathon runner is nothing short of inspiring.Julius delves into how his father ignited his love for running, despite s...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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52:03
Marci Goldberg - "Finding the joy and happiness"
In this episode of Run Your Story, host Allison Gaillard interviews Marci Goldberg, who shares her unique journey from being a competitive swimmer to becoming a triathlete.Marci talks about the importance of family, how she transitioned...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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1:03:51
Coach Valerie Guy - "My body is capable of so much more than I realized"
This podcast episode features an interview with Valerie Guy, a high school running coach who shares her unconventional journey into running and coaching. Initially not athletic and a smoker, Valerie's life changed when she met her husband, Just...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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46:28