Run Your Story Podcast

John Calabrese - "You're not good enough, John!"

Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2077335/fan_mail/new] On the podcast, John shares how running began as an outlet during depression and divorce, evolving from ramping up in 2016 to his first marathon in 2017 and then ultras, where he found a supportive community and a sense of purpose. He explains lessons learned, staying true to personal goals, using past DNFs and even trash talk as motivation, and focusing on hard training and unglamorous work like PT, core, and gym strength to reduce injuries. John describes discovering Ainsley’s Angels after seeing a duo team at the Prince William Half, being recruited by Donald (now the rider he caregivers for), and advocating for duo teams’ visibility at races. He discusses favorite and redemption races (Barkley Fall Classic, Old Dominion 100), fueling and gear preferences (Welch’s fruit snacks, shoe rotation, reviewing for Believe in the Run), and finding joy in caregiving and running with his daughter. John Calabrese - https://www.facebook.com/john.calabrese.566 Races Mentioned Barkley Fall Classic Prince William Half Marathon Taco Bell 50k Old Dominion 100 C&O Canal 100 Swami Shuffle All State Heart of the South Girls on the Run 5k The Great Train Race Shout Outs Ainsley's Angels Donald Jillian Support the show [https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/AllisonGaillard] For more details on Run Your Story happenings, visit https://runyourstory.com/ [https://runyourstory.com/] For web development or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/ [https://gaillardts.com/] Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook [https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087007947078] and Instagram [https://instagram.com/runyourstory_podcast_training?igshid-YmMyMTA2M2Y] for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support me on Patreon [https://patreon.com/user?u=83687778&utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link]! Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters! Kristen Rather Steve Taylor Mary Trufant Suzanne Crist Suzanne Clark Anna Szymanski Dave McDonald Karla McInnis James Contratto Jordan DuBose Cristy Evans Sharonda Shula Nell Gustavson Meredith Nations Allyson Swann Chris Strayhorn Karen Saldivar Stefan Clayton Rachael McRae Scott Thornhill

Bethany Madson - "You are the only one that sets your limits"

Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2077335/fan_mail/new] Scott interviews ultra runner Bethany about her running journey, which began in 2018 with a six-hour trail ultra at The Beast after returning to running post–second daughter, progressed to a first 50K at Big BUTTS, a 12-hour at The Beast in 2019, a break in 2020–2021, then a return in 2022 and a first 100-miler at Red Dirt in 2023. She completed her 10th 100-miler in March 2026. She shares lessons on pushing limits, nutrition and hydration, focus, and the supportive ultra community, plus favorite races MS 100 and Fondren Urban Ultra, where she set an overall course record (also at MS 100). Bethany details pre/post-race routines, gear and fueling preferences, a standout supportive finish memory, a tough Wildcat 100 nutrition mistake, advice for newcomers to sign up and aim to finish, and 2026 goals of her first 200 at Old Ephraim plus Pinhoti. Bethany Madson - https://www.facebook.com/madson.bethany Races Mentioned The Beast Ultra Big Butts 50k Red Dirt 100-Miler MS 100-Miler Fondren Urban Ultra Georgia Death Race Wildcat 100 Old Ephraim Pinhoti 100 Shout Outs Ms. Rennee Mr. Dennis Tiffany Josh Warren Coach Jackson Support the show [https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/AllisonGaillard] For more details on Run Your Story happenings, visit https://runyourstory.com/ [https://runyourstory.com/] For web development or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/ [https://gaillardts.com/] Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook [https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087007947078] and Instagram [https://instagram.com/runyourstory_podcast_training?igshid-YmMyMTA2M2Y] for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support me on Patreon [https://patreon.com/user?u=83687778&utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link]! Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters! Kristen Rather Steve Taylor Mary Trufant Suzanne Crist Suzanne Clark Anna Szymanski Dave McDonald Karla McInnis James Contratto Jordan DuBose Cristy Evans Sharonda Shula Nell Gustavson Meredith Nations Allyson Swann Chris Strayhorn Karen Saldivar Stefan Clayton Rachael McRae Scott Thornhill

Ali Sudderth - "I get to do this. I get to run."

Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2077335/fan_mail/new] In this podcast interview, runner and mom Ali shares how she began running in her mid-20s using Couch to 5K, completed half marathons, tore her ACL/MCL, then stepped away from running during surgery recovery, pregnancy, and postpartum while focusing on strength training at Burn Boot Camp. In July 2024, she was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome, rapidly becoming paralyzed from the chest down with partial arm and facial paralysis, and spent about three months at the Shepherd Center relearning daily tasks and eventually running five miles on a treadmill. A week after returning home she ran a 5K pushing her daughter, who turned two during Ali’s hospitalization. She later PR’d a post-GBS half marathon, ran the Classic City Marathon on Jan. 24, 2026, and plans to run the Peachtree Road Race, emphasizing gratitude, “I get to do this,” and focusing on progress over expectations. Ali Sudderth - https://www.instagram.com/ali_liftness/ Races Mentioned Classic City Marathon Peachtree Road Race Run The Rainbow for Children's Support the show [https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/AllisonGaillard] For more details on Run Your Story happenings, visit https://runyourstory.com/ [https://runyourstory.com/] For web development or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/ [https://gaillardts.com/] Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook [https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087007947078] and Instagram [https://instagram.com/runyourstory_podcast_training?igshid-YmMyMTA2M2Y] for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support me on Patreon [https://patreon.com/user?u=83687778&utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link]! Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters! Kristen Rather Steve Taylor Mary Trufant Suzanne Crist Suzanne Clark Anna Szymanski Dave McDonald Karla McInnis James Contratto Jordan DuBose Cristy Evans Sharonda Shula Nell Gustavson Meredith Nations Allyson Swann Chris Strayhorn Karen Saldivar Stefan Clayton Rachael McRae Scott Thornhill

Corbin Harris - "Finding joy in the journey"

Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2077335/fan_mail/new] Corbin shares how he started running in fourth grade, became an average high school runner, and later found deeper passion and success at Campbellsville University, eventually winning a conference 5K title and a Christian College National Championship. After college, he trained for his first marathon to qualify for Boston, won in 2:36, later ran Boston in 2:27 (55th), and began pursuing Olympic Trials standards, including a 2:23 marathon and a 2:21 at Chicago 2023, then continued despite tougher qualifying times. He coached collegiately, moved to Lexington after marriage, and built “4 Glory Running,” coaching about 15 athletes and leading a Wednesday run club centered on fellowship, discipleship, and the gospel. He discusses balancing running with family and faith, focusing on process over outcomes, routines, fueling, recovery, favorite races, injury at NYC, and consistency as key advice. Corbin Harris - https://www.facebook.com/corbin.harris.7 https://www.4gloryrunning.com/ Races Mentioned Boston Marathon Chicago Marathon Grandma's Marathon New York Marathon Comrades Marathon Rocket City Marathon Support the show [https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/AllisonGaillard] For more details on Run Your Story happenings, visit https://runyourstory.com/ [https://runyourstory.com/] For web development or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/ [https://gaillardts.com/] Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook [https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087007947078] and Instagram [https://instagram.com/runyourstory_podcast_training?igshid-YmMyMTA2M2Y] for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support me on Patreon [https://patreon.com/user?u=83687778&utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link]! Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters! Kristen Rather Steve Taylor Mary Trufant Suzanne Crist Suzanne Clark Anna Szymanski Dave McDonald Karla McInnis James Contratto Jordan DuBose Cristy Evans Sharonda Shula Nell Gustavson Meredith Nations Allyson Swann Chris Strayhorn Karen Saldivar Stefan Clayton Rachael McRae Scott Thornhill

Ainsley's Angels at Crescent City Classic 2026

Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2077335/fan_mail/new] [This podcast is best experienced on our YouTube channel [https://youtu.be/CUqn6OanEkA], which includes pictures, names, titles, and subtitles for each of the people we interviewed.] Host Allison Gaillard introduces a different kind of Run Your Story podcast episode featuring Ainsley’s Angels participants from the Crescent City Classic, including Greater New Orleans members and families who traveled from Texas. Interviews with riders, runners, parents, and volunteers highlight how the organization creates inclusion not only during races but also through post-race community and celebration. Guests describe enjoying the crowd, costumes, encouragement, and the Ainsley’s Angels after-party, while sharing personal impacts such as increased community participation, friendships, and support for families of people with disabilities. John explains the chapter’s growth, equipment (18 chariots and two trail chairs), and fundraising model for race entries. Allison encourages listeners to join or start a chapter, promotes the launch of Ainsley’s Angels Southern Alabama with a first race on September 26, thanks supporters and partners, including UCP of Mobile and Gaillard Tech Services, and closes by urging others to help people “run their story.” Support the show [https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/AllisonGaillard] For more details on Run Your Story happenings, visit https://runyourstory.com/ [https://runyourstory.com/] For web development or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/ [https://gaillardts.com/] Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook [https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087007947078] and Instagram [https://instagram.com/runyourstory_podcast_training?igshid-YmMyMTA2M2Y] for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support me on Patreon [https://patreon.com/user?u=83687778&utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link]! Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters! Kristen Rather Steve Taylor Mary Trufant Suzanne Crist Suzanne Clark Anna Szymanski Dave McDonald Karla McInnis James Contratto Jordan DuBose Cristy Evans Sharonda Shula Nell Gustavson Meredith Nations Allyson Swann Chris Strayhorn Karen Saldivar Stefan Clayton Rachael McRae Scott Thornhill