Ep 234 From Pixar to Princesses: Animated Madness Begins
A Disney animated movies March Madness bracket with real hot takes: classics, Pixar, modern hits, and a few shockers. Which film is your forever No. 1 and why? Listen and defend it.
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Marathon Weekend
Ep 233 To Dopey or not to Dopey? That is the Question!
Thinking about signing up for Dopey as your first marathon? We get brutally honest about the training, the wake-ups, and the family calendar reality check. Hit play and reply: what’s your biggest Dopey worry?
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Ep 227 2026 WDW Marathon Winner Matt Hensley
Ever wondered how marathon champions think at mile 20? Hear Walt Disney World winner Matt Hensley break down strategy, fueling, and the decisive move that sealed his win. Listen now and tell us your biggest race-day lesson.
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Ep 226 2026 WDW Marathon Winner Brittany Charboneau
Ever seen a champion stop mid-marathon for a character pic, then later lift the final finisher’s spirits? Brittany Charbonneau shares how joy beats doubt and why every pace counts. Listen now.
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Ep 225 Walt Disney World 2026 Marathon Weekend Recap
Power went out, merch sold out, heat turned up—and the joy still won. From Main Street chills to Everest ride breaks, our Marathon Weekend recap is packed with stories, tips, and surprises.
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EP 224 Grief, Grit And The Start Line Ahead. Whats My Story?
When running hurts and heals at the same time, what do you do? Hear Wendy’s path through grief and Jon’s fight for confidence as Marathon Weekend kicks off. Their stories might be the nudge you need. Listen now and tell us your why. What’s yours?
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Ep 223 Running Into 2026 with Jeff Galloway
Ever wondered how Olympian Jeff Galloway handles a fractured kneecap and still inspires runners? We dig into healing, mindset, and race-day strategy for Disney Marathon Weekend. Listen now.
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Ep 222 Rise and Run Rewind: 2024 WDW Marathon Winner Stephanie Muscat
She ran her first marathon and won Walt Disney World. From Main Street chills to a rain-soaked chase, Stephanie Muscat tells all. Plus holiday meetups, training tips, and big runDisney news. Hit play and tell us your favorite race memory!
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Ep 221 Rise and Run Mailbag: Marathon Weekend Edition
Ever tried to carb load with fries, dodge Florida rain, and still PR? We unpack Marathon Weekend training, merch, spectating, and mental tricks that actually work. Hit play, then tell us: what’s your go-to pre-race meal?
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Ep 220 The Dopey Roundtable: First-Timer and Finishers
Four races. Four wake‑ups. One massive goal. Hear veterans and a first‑timer break down Dopey strategy, expo hacks, fueling, and how to keep joy alive when the alarm hits 2 a.m. Ready to try their tips and add yours? Listen now—what’s your race‑week ritual?
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