223 | LIVE from the Boston Marathon Fan Fest presented by Dicks Sporting Good's

Join us as we broadcast live from the Boston Marathon Fan Fest presented by Dicks Sporting Good's from Boston City Hall Plaza, capturing the spirit, stories, and camaraderie that make marathon weekend unforgettable. This episode features inspiring runner stories, exclusive insights into the Boston Bulldogs recovery community, and a celebration of the Boston Marathon’s rich culture and community bonds.Key Topics:The making of Fan Fest: behind the scenes and memorable momentsStories of growth, recovery, and community from Boston Bulldogs membersThe journey of Dan and Conan from the Boston Bulldogs – mental health and recovery through runningLove stories: Conan meeting his wife Megan and shared relationships in the running communityFundraising for Dana Farber and the impact of Team Skinny PigUnique marathon experiences: Forrest Gump tribute, running in old-school shoes, and race day tipsLocal Boston favorites: Fenway, the Garden, Freedom Trail, and intimate town stories like GloucesterRace day advice: how to enjoy every moment and smile through the challengeExciting upcoming races: plans for London, Berlin, Tokyo, and beyondChapters00:00 Welcome to the Boston Marathon Fan Fest03:29 Introducing the Bearded Runner and Conan05:40 Conan's Journey with the Boston Bulldogs09:29 Dan's Transformation and the Bulldogs' Impact13:18 Finding Love and Community in Recovery18:57 Dan's Forrest Gump Marathon Experience31:59 Creativity and Fun Without Alcohol36:48 Boston Marathon Weekend Activities43:33 Jess's Journey to the Boston Marathon51:05 Team Skinny Pig: A Mission of Hope01:01:38 The Six Star Journey Begins01:06:40 Preparing for the Boston Marathon01:13:14 Team Skinny Pig and Community Support01:20:35 Fundraising Insights and Strategies01:29:52 Advice for Boston Marathon RunnersMy Race Tatt's - Check out My Race Tatts and support the pod when you buy your next set by using our My Race Tatt's Link.Strava GroupLinktree - Find everything hereInstagram - Follow us on the gram YouTube - Subscribe to our channel Patreon - Support usThreadsEmail us at [email protected]'t Fear The Code Brown and Don't Forget To Stretch!