Stride Sisters Podcast

Ep. 50 - It's Our First Anniversary!

On today’s episode, we’re celebrating 50 episodes and one year of the Stride Sisters Podcast!! What started as friends rambling about runDisney has grown into something so much bigger—a community full of support, laughter, and so much love. We’ve decided to commemorate the occasion with our very first Ask Us Anything episode - thanks to all of you, we’ve got plenty to chat about as we reminisce about our first year and look forward to our great, big, beautiful tomorrow. 
We’re so grateful for every single listener who’s been part of this journey. You’ve made this past year more magical than we ever imagined.
So lace up your shoes, get your party hat on, and step into the magic with us!
 
Show Notes 
Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Twitter: @stridesispod
TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast
Hannah’s Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall
Natalie's Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |
Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/

Ep. 49 - Fitness Technology

Is your smartwatch your favorite hater? On today’s episode, we chat about some of our favorite gadgets and running technology out there.
We’ve also kicked off training for Wine & Dine. And just in case that wasn’t enough to juggle, Princess Half registration opens today — so may the fastest Wi-Fi win!
From watches and apps to headphones and recovery gear, we’re sharing what we use, what we love, and which features we still don’t totally understand but pretend we do.
So lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us!
 
Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Twitter: @stridesispod
TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast
Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall
Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall
Natalie's Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |
Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/

Ep. 48 - A Glorious Three Day Finale: Natalie's Weekend WDW Girls' Trip

On today's episode, we’re putting on our detective hats because one of you—our amazing listeners—spotted something curious about the Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend Kids Race medals… and we had to investigate. We’ll share what we found and what we think might be coming next!
Then, the main event: we’re recapping Natalie’s lightning-fast trip down to Walt Disney World—a trip filled with rides, snacks, sips, and a very emotional goodbye to MuppetVision 3D. 
From Epcot ducks and Donald topiaries, to Baseline Tap House flights, Italian Ice margaritas, and chocolate shots that brought her back to life—we’ve got all the details. Plus, how she survived multiple parks, multiple lounges, and a farewell that hit us right in the nostalgia.
Time for one last Wocka Wocka.
Show Notes
Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Twitter: @stridesispod
TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast
Hannah’s Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall
Natalie's Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley | 
Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/

Ep. 47 - This Month in Mouse: June 2025 Disney News Rundown

On today's episode, we chat all about highly anticipated summertime Disney news, including Princess Half Marathon Weekend 2026 themes, updates coming to both US Disney parks, and Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon medals!
We also pay tribute to the Muppets, which closed their doors at Hollywood Studios on June 7th, 2025 *plays Rainbow Connection in D-minor* Natalie did happen to be there, but... more on that later.
So, lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us!
Show Notes
Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Twitter: @stridesispod
TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast
Natalie's Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley | 
Hannah’s Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall
Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/

Ep. 46 - Top Five Disney Places We'd Like to Run

On today’s episode, we’re letting our imaginations run wild—literally. We’re talking about the Disney worlds we’d love to run through. Would we wind our way through the Hundred Acre Wood with Pooh and Piglet cheering us on? Dash past the lanterns in Corona with Rapunzel? Or maybe race through the icy mountains of Arendelle? Lol, no. We’ve picked our dream locations and running with it.
Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Twitter: @stridesispod
TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast
Natalie's Fundraiser: 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/

Ep. 45 - Finding Your runDisney Girlies with the Main Street Marathoners

On today’s episode, we’re talking about one of our very favorite parts of runDisney: the friendships that make the miles even more magical.
Our special guests, the Mainstreet Marathoners, are a group of runners who found each other through runDisney, and have built a friendship that’s gone far beyond the finish line. From training chats and race weekend traditions to staying connected in the off-season, these women are the definition of found family.
Whether you're running solo right now, looking for your race weekend crew, or just love a good story about friendship and finish lines — along with quite a few laughs throughout — you’re going to love this one.
Also — happy belated birthday to Goofy. This one's for you. 
Show Notes
Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast
Main Street Marathoners Instagram: instagram.com/mainstreetmarathoners 
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Twitter: @stridesispod
TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast
Main Street Marathoners Fundraising Links
Megan: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/MeganMcDuffee
MB & Jaimee: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/team/MarybethJaimee 
Lindsay: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFGOOFY/LindsayTami 
Jess: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/JessicaLuden1
Sarah: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFGOOFY/SarahForn
Natalie's Fundraiser: 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/

Ep. 44 - Behind the Bib: KG's Boston Marathon

On today’s episode, we’re stepping away from castle corridors and heading straight to the streets of Boston, because we’ve got a special guest and a truly inspiring story. We’re going behind the bib with our amazing friend KG, who just crossed the finish line of the 2025 Boston Marathon—and this time, it was a redemption run.
She’s opening up about everything—from how it felt to take on Boston again, to running for the Flutie Foundation, and what it really means to chase a unicorn. Whether you’re dreaming of qualifying, curious about running for charity, or just here for the runner highs and lows—you’re in the right place.
 
Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Twitter: @stridesispod
TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast
Natalie's Fundraiser: 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
The Flutie Foundation: https://flutiefoundation.org/
Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/

Ep. 43 - From Start Lines to Finish Lines: Wrapping Up the runDisney 2024–2025 Season

On today’s episode, we’ve got a special one for you—we’re officially wrapping up the 2024–2025 runDisney season! It feels like we were just stepping into the bubble for Wine & Dine, and now we’ve crossed the last finish line of Springtime Surprise and are getting ready for the next season. So today, we’re looking back at all the races, the fun, the lessons we learned, and yes—some of our favorite running fails too. Plus, we’re sharing YOUR favorite runDisney memories from this season! So whether you ran one race, the whole season, or just followed along cheering your heart out—we’re so glad you’re here. Let’s celebrate the miles behind us and get excited for the new season that’s already around the corner.
Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Twitter: @stridesispod
TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast
Natalie's Fundraiser: 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/

Ep. 42 - Whatever Chaos Becomes Us This May

On today’s episode, we’re having a little fun and imagining how some of our favorite Disney characters would take on race weekend. From princesses to pirates, villains to space rangers, we’re breaking down which characters would run what races—and how they’d do it, Disney-style.
Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Twitter: @stridesispod
TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast
Natalie's Fundraiser: 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/

Ep. 41 - Facing our Fears with a Dead Last Start featuring Jess Luden

On today’s episode it’s all about a bucket list experience that Jess and Natalie finally checked off during the Springtime Surprise: the legendary Dead Last Start! That’s right — they voluntarily lined up with the Balloon Ladies at the very back of the pack, and lived to tell the tale. Why would anyone choose to start dead last? What was it really like? And… will I be brave enough to try it at a future runDisney race? 👀 Stick around — you won't want to miss the laughs, the stories, and maybe even a little friendly peer pressure!
 
Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Twitter: @stridesispod
TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast
Jess’s Fundraiser:https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/JessicaLuden1
Natalie's Fundraiser: 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/