Stride Sisters Podcast
Hey Friends! Get ready to stride into adventure with the Stride Sisters Podcast! Lace up your running shoes and join us, college friends turned avid runners, as we dive into the enchanting world of runDisney! Embark on a journey filled with friendship, laughter, and insider tips as we share our passion for running and all things Disney.
Episodes

Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
Ep. 68 - Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend 2025 Recap: Part One
Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
On today’s episode, it’s time for a Wine and Dine Half Marathon recap in a special two part episode. In part one, we cover our first East Coast race weekend of the season, from the expo through race day. In part two, we’ll share the new places we stayed, the park experiences, the after party that capped off the weekend, and our travel frazzle adventure home.
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 Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall
Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |
The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/
The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

Tuesday Oct 28, 2025
Ep. 67 - A Disney Spooktacular Halloween
Tuesday Oct 28, 2025
Tuesday Oct 28, 2025
On today’s episode, we are traveling home from Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend, so we’re slithering into the spookiest season of the year — Halloween! But of course, we’re doing it Disney style. We’re imagining how some of our favorite Disney characters would celebrate — from their trick-or-treating routes and costumes to how they’d decorate and what candy they’d be sneaking from their treat bags.
So lace up your shoes, grab your candy bucket, 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 Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall
Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |
The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/
The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
Ep. 66 - Natalie's Chicago Marathon Race Recap
Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
Every marathon tells a story — and this week, it’s Natalie’s turn to share hers. From months of training to the roar of the Chicago crowd, Natalie’s race was a reminder of what happens when heart, hard work, and community come together. We’re breaking down her experience mile by mile, from the start line to the final stretch. 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
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 Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |
The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/
The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
Ep. 65 - Behind the Story with Andres Vargas
Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
On today’s episode, we’re joined by filmmaker and storyteller Andres Vargas, the creative force behind the newly released documentary called Crossing Your Line.
We chat about the inspiration behind the project, what it was like bringing reality of training for a marathon and the magic of race weekends to the screen, and some incredible stories that remind us why the runDisney community is so special. Andres gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how the film came together — from concept to finish line — and the moments that made it all worth it.
So lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us!
Show Notes
Crossing Your Line: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxeZXI_b6nZDAxzmNnomBxICDT-1ka196
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 Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |
The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/
The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

Tuesday Oct 07, 2025
Ep. 64 - Riskin' It For the Biscuit: Running Edition
Tuesday Oct 07, 2025
Tuesday Oct 07, 2025
On today’s episode, we’re putting our runner instincts to the test with a little game we’re calling Riskin' It for the Biscuit! Every runner has faced those pre-race temptations — from wearing something brand new on race day, to skipping your warm-up because the corrals are packed, or eating that questionable spicy dinner the night before.
We’ll be deciding which running gambles are worth the risk… and which ones could totally crumble under race-day pressure. Let’s see just how bold we’re feeling today.
So, lace up your shoes, decide what biscuits you’re riskin' it for, 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 Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall
Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall
Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |
The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/
The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
Ep. 63 - Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend 2025 Event Guide
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
On today’s episode, we are discussing the Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend 2025 event guide, which kicks off our race season together. Join us as we break down everything from the expo to the course changes for the races and that awesome post-race party.
Runner Tracking: https://track.rtrt.me/e/WDW-WD-2025
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
Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |
The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/
The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
On today’s episode, we begin with exciting updates related to marathon goals for both of us. Then, we chat about Disney news before welcoming a special guest who has also completed the Chicago Marathon, Tony Rappel. Tony and Hannah share their experiences from the Chicago Marathon and give me a crash course on what to expect as a complete newbie to the World Marathon Major stage.
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
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 Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |
Natalie's Chicago Marathon Fundraiser: 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/
The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

Tuesday Sep 16, 2025
Ep. 61 - Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Weekend 2025 Race Recap
Tuesday Sep 16, 2025
Tuesday Sep 16, 2025
On today’s episode, we start with a mega training update, some Disney news, and a slight spiral about the upcoming Chicago Marathon. Then, things are getting a little spooky as we share all the thrills, chills, and miles of Natalie’s Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon weekend recap. So grab your candy, 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 Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |
American Cancer Society Villains: https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR/DetermiNation/DNCY25NOR?team_id=2781066&pg=team&fr_id=109969
The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/
The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

Tuesday Sep 09, 2025
Ep. 60 - The Power of Positivity with the Hyperion Adventures Podcast
Tuesday Sep 09, 2025
Tuesday Sep 09, 2025
On today’s episode, we are joined by special guests from the Hyperion Adventures Podcast! Tom and Michelle host a weekly podcast that centers around all things Disney, from coast to coast, to the cruise ships, and beyond!
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
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 Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |
The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/
The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
Ep. 59 - What We're Looking Forward to in the 2025-2026 runDisney Season
Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
On today’s episode, we’re covering a lot of ground — starting with the Sydney Marathon’s first appearance as an Abbott World Major. Shoutout to any of our listeners who ran it! Then we’re diving headfirst into the flood of Disney and Destination D23 news. Of course, we wrap it all up by looking ahead to the upcoming runDisney season, including responses from our lovely listeners. Stick around, because this episode is packed with news, excitement, and a little bit of dreaming about what’s to come.
We have sneaky surprise at the end!
Disneyland Halloween Half Runner Tracking: 2025 Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Weekend » RTRT.me
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 Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |
The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/
The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

About Us
We're the Stride Sisters! From left to right, it's Hannah and Natalie. We're college friends and sorority sisters who have found a love of runDisney. As previous swimmers and lifeguards, we've made the leap from sea to land, just like Ariel.
Hannah is our engineer behind the podcast, both literally and figuratively since she got us together and is a literal engineer at her 9 to 5. She's also a travel agent and can help you plan the perfect adventure.
Natalie is the true OG; she's been running the longest, and she has roped in countless people to join her on this journey. She's even completed multiple Dopeys and the Coast to Coast Challenge!






