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87. What's New With You Week with Michele Gonzalez Aug 03, 2018

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"I felt relieved. I knew mentally and physically, I was not ready to be on that starting line." —Michele Gonzalez

The last time Michele Gonzalez (AKA "NYC Running Mama") was on the show, she was gearing up to run the 2017 Boston Marathon. During that episode, Michele and I joked about someday being pregnant at the same time — and now here we are, both expecting babies this fall! Michele is a full-time working mom of two, and her third child is due in November. On this episode, she talks about her pregnancy, what her running looked like over the past year, and whether she has any postpartum running goals. She also shares her secrets for snapping those gorgeous sunrise running photos!

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What you'll get on this episode:

Michele shares all the exciting news about her pregnancy (1:45)
How Michele's recent running goals factored into her decision to have a baby right now (8:30)
How Michele dealt with and got through a tough running year in 2017 (11:45)
Whether Michele has any big postpartum running goals, and the pressure she felt in the past to return to running and racing soon after having a baby (16:00)
Michele opens up about whether she's worried to take time off from work post-baby (21:00)
Michele's best advice for getting back into the workforce after taking time off to raise a family (28:45)
Michele shares her secret to getting those gorgeous sunrise running shots (31:30)

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Michele Gonzalez on Episode 19 of the Ali on the Run Show

Mary Johnson, Michele's coach

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86. What's New With You Week with Kara Goucher Aug 03, 2018

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"I don't think I'll ever retire. If something motivates me, I want to go for it." —Kara Goucher

Kara Goucher is back on the Ali on the Run Show, talking about her new book, Strong, how keeping a confidence journal changed her life, and where her running career is at right now. She also talks about the current state of women's running, and reflects on how choosing to have a child at the height of her professional running career affected her job. Plus, she answers the two questions everyone keeps asking: Is she retired, and does she want more kids?

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What you'll get on this episode:

Kara dishes about her new book, Strong, and how keeping a confidence journal has changed her life (2:00)
Kara recounts her performance at this year's Grandma's Marathon, and reflects on the highs and lows of the day (7:30)
Kara opens up about what it's like when your competitor has an amazing day and you have a less-than-stellar one (13:10)
Where Kara's at with her running career right now (17:40)
What it's like watching American women dominate on the roads and track right now (20:15)
Kara talks about running during and after pregnancy, and why she returned to running so soon after giving birth to her son, Colt (26:30)
How choosing to have a child actually affected Kara's professional running career (32:35)
Whether Kara still wants to dabble in ultra running (38:00)
Is Kara retired? (40:00)
Does Kara want more kids? (42:00)

What we mention on this episode:

Kara Goucher on Episode 43 of the Ali on the Run Show

Dr. Stephen Walker, sports psychologist

Grandma's Marathon

Kara's Podium Retreat

Emma Coburn

BolderBOULDER 10K

Western States Endurance Run

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85. What's New With You Week with Emily Halnon Aug 02, 2018

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"I now live in a barn with an elderly schnauzer, surrounded by goats." —Emily Halnon

Emily Halnon was the very first guest on the Ali on the Run Show, and now she's back to kick off What's New With You Week. Emily is an ultra runner who lives in Eugene, OR, by way of Washington, DC, and Vermont. When we last talked on the show, Emily was dating a man with a cute dog and training for 100-mile races. Where's she at now? Well, she still has the dog. Listen in for the rest.

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What you'll get on this episode:

An update on Emily's "If my boyfriend and I ever break up, I'm keeping the dog" joke, and her current living situation (3:00)
Why Emily is currently in a cast (10:30)
Where Emily's at with running, and what she's training for right now (13:00)
What Emily's excited about right now, and what stresses her out (25:00)
What's next for Emily Halnon — plus details about her current relationship status (29:50)

What we mention on this episode:

Emily Halnon on Episode 1 of the Ali on the Run Show

University of Oregon

Cascade Crest Endurance Run

Western States Endurance Run

Hardrock 100

Waldo 100K Ultramarathon

Dogs Being Basic

Emily's mom, @andyjha

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84. Career Q&A with Katie Burke Jul 25, 2018

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"It's never too late to do what you wanted to do growing up. But it's not going to come easy, and no one's going to hand it to you." —Katie Burke

Katie Burke is the Chief People Officer at HubSpot, a marketing software company in Boston that employs more than 2,300 people worldwide. Of those 2,300, Katie was the company's first female to land a spot in the c-suite. (Today, 45 percent of the company's vice presidents are women.) And on this episode, Katie is answering all of your career-related questions! From negotiating raises and promotions to navigating tricky bosses, office politics, and big career changes, Katie has brilliant advice for all of it. You're going to want to take notes for this one!

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What you'll get on this episode:

Katie talks about her upcoming sabbatical and how she plans to spend it (1:30)
Katie's best advice for building and strengthening confidence (3:10)
Katie's take on "being nice" (5:00)
What to know about making a career change (9:00)
What are the top three things that make a resume stand out? (13:00)
Do you really need to know someone to get a job at a company? (14:00)
What should an awesome cover letter look like? (15:00)
Applying for more than one job or role at a company: Yay or nay? (16:00)
How to explain a gap in employment to be a stay-at-home parent (16:30)
How do I know what I'm worth? (18:20)
How to negotiate your salary (21:25)
Everything to know about raises (25:15)
Maternity leave: When to tell your boss and how to negotiate the terms (28:00)
How not to get talked over or disrespected during meetings (34:20)
How to handle an unresponsive, disengaged boss (36:25)
What to do when you and your friend are both up for the same job or promotion (38:00)
What to do when you love your job and field, but everyone around you is miserable (39:30)
How to apply for a different role within your current company, and when to tell your manager (42:10)
How to be a standout employee during your first 30–90 days at a new job (44:15)
How to deal with insecurity at a new job (46:30)
How do I figure out what I actually want to do with my life? (48:00)

What we mention on this episode:

Katie Burke on Episode 70 of the Ali on the Run Show

HubSpot

Oprah's Super Soul Conversations with Marianne Williamson

Kim Scott's Radical Candor

Werk

Glassdoor

Jeni's Ice Cream

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83. Ryan Linden, Ironman, Entrepreneur, & Husband to Des Linden Jul 19, 2018

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"I had no idea there was a camera on me. But yes, I have seen all the memes." — Ryan Linden

If Ryan Linden's last name sounds familiar, that's because yes, he is married to 2018 Boston Marathon champion Desiree Linden. Ryan was the undeniably proud face the cameras kept cutting to as Des neared the historic Boston finish line, and on this episode, he breaks down every detail from that life-changing Marathon Monday — from his perspective! He also shares what Des is really like on race morning, how they met and got engaged, and how they balance their intense work and training schedules. In addition to being a super husband and stellar spectator, Ryan is also a tremendous athlete himself: He's a 2:26 marathoner turned Ironman, and is hoping to return to Kona to compete this year. He's also a new business owner and entrepreneur: Ryan, along with Des and fellow runner-husband-and-wife team Ben and Sarah True, founded Linden & True Coffee earlier this year to much fanfare.

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What you'll get on this episode:

Ryan explains what he does for a living, where his Ironman pursuits fit into that lifestyle, and how he became a competitive athlete (4:05)
What motivates Ryan, and what the "Linden on the run" partnership is like (9:15)
What a day in the life of Ryan is like, and whether he still dreams of a 2:22 marathon and Olympic Trials qualifier (12:30)
How Ryan and Des met, started dating, and got engaged — plus what went down at the 2010 Chicago Marathon (17:00)
What Ryan and Desiree's relationship dynamic is like, and whether they ever get competitive with each other (23:20)
Ryan shares what Des is like on race morning, then breaks down the 2018 Boston Marathon from his perspective (30:30)
What it was like seeing Des make that final turn about to win the Boston Marathon (41:45)
What post-Boston life has been like for the Lindens, including walking the red carpet at the Billboard Music Awards, and what Ryan wants to see Des do next (44:00)
How and why Des, Ryan, and Ben and Sarah True decided to start Linden & True Coffee, and what that process has been like (46:00)

What we mention on this episode:

Desiree Linden on Episode 64 of the Ali on the Run Show

Desiree Linden on Episode 77 of the Ali on the Run Show

Linden & True Coffee

Mallory Safety & Supply

Tracksmith

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82. Tim & Jessica Murphy, Co-Founders of BibRave Jul 11, 2018

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"You have to be OK with hearing no, but also not letting that be the last thing that you hear.'" — Tim Murphy

Tim and Jessica Murphy are the husband-and-wife team behind BibRave — the Yelp for running races. They're the ultimate industry insiders, and on this episode, they share their journey to becoming entrepreneurs (before going all-in on BibRave, Jessica worked at LinkedIn, Nike, and Runner's World, and Tim worked just about everywhere, doing a little of everything), and the challenges they've faced along the way. They open up about the moments — and emails! — that made them question what they were doing, and ultimately share what has made BibRave so successful. Plus, Tim (an ultra runner) and Jessica (a 20-time marathoner) talk about what they've learned from the BibRave community, and what people really love and really hate about races. This is a must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs or anyone who has thought about going into business with a significant other.

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What you'll get on this episode:

Tim and Jessica share how they came up with the idea for BibRave, and when they realized it could be a viable business (5:00)
What Tim and Jessica were doing before they became entrepreneurs, and how their careers prepared them to make them jump (11:45)
Who's the boss at BibRave? (18:20)
How Tim and Jessica actually grew BibRave into a business, and the moments that made them question what they were doing (19:45)
How Tim and Jessica let rejection and tough phone calls roll off their backs (24:30)
What Tim and Jessica fight about, and whether they get sick of each other (26:00)
What Tim and Jessica spend most of their time worrying about, and what's next for their business (41:15)
What Tim and Jessica say people love — and loathe — most about races (51:20)
Tim and Jessica share their best advice for couples who choose to become business partners (57:40)

What we mention on this episode:

BibRave

Ali on the Run Show Live

North Face Endurance Challenge Series

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81. Rob Krar, Ultra Runner & Mental Health Advocate Jul 05, 2018

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"I said, 'No way am I running Western States! That's 100 miles!'" — Rob Krar, Western States Endurance Run winner 2014

Rob Krar is one of the kings of ultra running. He was a middle-distance runner through college, but then threw his running shoes in the trash, insisting he was done with running forever. Famous last words: Though Rob did take a break from running (during which time he worked grueling 12-hour graveyard shifts as a pharmacist), he eventually returned to the sport in a big way — as an ultramarathoner. He has won the most prestigious and competitive ultras, including Western States, Leadville, Run Rabbit Run, and a handful of North Face Endurance Challenge races, to name just a few. Rob is also a vocal advocate for mental health, and on this episode he opens up about his struggles with depression. Rob lives in Flagstaff, AZ, with his wife and fellow ultra runner, Christina.

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What you'll get on this episode:

How and why Rob transitioned from the track to ultra running (4:15)
How Rob met his wife, Christina, and the role running plays in their relationship (12:10)
How Rob says he found his purpose through running after a difficult time in his life, and why he became drawn to ultras (18:45)
What Rob's relationship with pain is like (26:45)
How Rob, who is self-coached, plans his training schedule and goal races (33:50)
Rob's advice for dealing with injuries, both physically and emotionally (41:10)
What Rob tells people who are interested in getting into ultra running (43:50)
Rob opens up about his mental health struggles and experience with depression (45:45)

What we mention on this episode:

Butler University

Western States Endurance Run

Emily Halnon on Episode 1 of the Ali on the Run Show

Dave Mackey

Leadman Series

Depressions short film

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80. Amelia Boone, Ultra Runner & World's Toughest Mudder Jun 28, 2018

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"I was so petrified of failure for so long that I never ventured outside of things I knew I was good at." —Amelia Boone

Amelia Boone is a badass. By day, she's a lawyer at Apple, and by very early morning, she's a four-time world champion obstacle racer and self-proclaimed "budding ultra runner." Amelia lives in San Jose, CA, and is a glutton for punishment — hence her race distance of choice being "long." On this episode, Amelia — who you may recognize as last month's Runner's World cover star — talks about why she's intrigued by failure, why she loves grueling races, and how she gained her mental strength. She reflects on her go at the 2018 Barkley Marathons, and opens up about the pressure to win.

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What you'll get on this episode:

Why the brutality of obstacle races and ultramarathons appeals to Amelia, and why she's intrigued by fear (2:15)
How Amelia got into obstacle course racing (5:00)
Amelia reflects on her attempt at completing the 2018 Barkley Marathons (11:15)
What it's like to become the World's Toughest Mudder (21:15)
What Amelia's family thinks of her crazy endurance adventures, and how she became a well-known figure in the sports world (27:00)
What a day in the life looks like for Amelia (30:30)
Amelia shares her take on rest days (35:00)
What the pressure to keep winning is like (38:40)
How Amelia found ultra running (41:00)
Amelia shares her best advice for first-time obstacle racers and ultra runners (48:50)

What we mention on this episode:

The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young

Tough Mudder

Spartan Race

"Amelia Boone Is Stronger Than Ever" via Runner's World

Rest Day Brags

Western States Endurance Run

Kilian Jornet

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79. Kayla Itsines Jun 21, 2018

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"I've been doing this for three years now and I'm still not used to it. I still get nervous. I worry, am I saying the right thing? Do they like me? Am I funny enough?" —Kayla Itsines

With nearly 10 million followers on Instagram, and 22 million on Facebook, Kayla Itsines is arguably the world's most famous fitness personality and trainer right now. She's the co-creator of the Bikini Body Guides (BBG) workouts (those 28-minute, deceptively tough workouts everyone's posting about on Instagram) and the brains behind the Sweat app, and she is a bona-fide global sensation. But Kayla, who is from Adelaide, Australia, doesn't think of herself as famous — and that was definitely never the plan. She just wanted to be a personal trainer and to help women, and along the way she built a multi-million dollar business, a massive reputation, a super supportive community, and a team of 100 employees.

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What you'll get on this episode:

Whether being today's most popular and influential trainer and fitness personality was the future young Kayla Itsines saw for herself, and how she turned her lifestyle into a business (2:25)
Whether Kayla enjoys being an entrepreneur (5:15)
The a-ha moment that made Kayla realize she had found her place (7:15)
Why Kayla gets nervous before her boot camps (8:15)
What Kayla's family thinks of their Insta-famous relative (10:20)
Why Kayla decided to call her workouts Bikini Body Guides, and what that means to her (11:00)
How Kayla and her fiancé, Tobi, met (11:45)
How Kayla hires, manages, and oversees a 100-person team, and what a day in the life looks like for her (15:25)
Why Kayla doesn't want someone taking over her Instagram (17:30)
How Kayla created the BBG workouts (18:00)
Whether there's pressure that comes with having a massive following, and whether Kayla likes being famous (20:45)
Kayla opens up about what her relationship with her body is like (27:25)
Kayla shares what her diet is like (29:50)
Kayla's tips for building body confidence (31:10)
Whether Kayla is bothered by negative comments (32:50)
Kayla's best Instagram advice (35:20)

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78. Wesley Little, Couples Therapist Jun 14, 2018

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"You can make a career shift at any time. Because why not pursue something that you think would make you happy?" —Wesley Little

Wesley Little is a licensed professional counselor specializing in couples therapy, and she's here to answer all of my — and your — burning questions. On this episode, Wesley talks about her indirect route to becoming a therapist (including a detour through law school), and the schooling and education required to pursue a similar career. She debunks common misconceptions about therapy, explains why most couples seek therapy together, and shares what she thinks holds most people back from seeing a therapist. Now more than ever, this conversation is so important, and I hope you enjoy it. (Plus, Wesley and her husband are both two-time marathoners. As for whether they have a "perfect marriage" and never fight? I asked. And she answered.)

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What you'll get on this episode:

How Wesley decided to become a therapist, and what her journey to her dream career entailed (3:10)
The kind of therapy Wesley practices, and why she decided she wanted to work with couples (9:45)
Wesley debunks some common misconceptions about couples therapy (13:40)
Wesley's advice for finding a therapist, and what she says holds most people back from going to therapy (15:10)
Wesley breaks down the most common reasons couples seek therapy (20:20)
When is the right time to start seeing a therapist? And how do you get your partner to agree if he or she is hesitant? (29:25)
Wesley opens up about her own relationship, and how running plays a role in it (38:00)
Wesley shares whether or not she thinks you should go to bed angry (43:00)
Wesley answers listener questions! (45:15)

What we mention on this episode:

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

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