EPISODE 200 | Immense Gratitude, Deep Reflections on Running, Plans for the Show

Over three years ago, I started this show as a casual basement passion project. Now, The Sunday Shakeout has grown to be one of the top high school running podcasts in the nation.Unbelievable.A podcast, however, is only as good as its support system. It's impossible to express, in words, how truly grateful I am for all of my friends, family, coaches, teammates, and every single guest and listener. This show would not exist if it weren't for all the support, and I don't take that for granted. "Passion" is an understatement. I have an undying devotion and obsession for this sport that continues to grow each day. I am so incredibly blessed to be able to share my love and joy on a weekly basis, and to reach thousands of people from all over the world. This podcast has gifted me so many wonderful connections, and through each conversation I share, I've increasingly come to know the grandeur and humanity of our sport. Every guest I sit down with is much more than just an athlete; they are all incredible individuals, each beautifully shaped by their unique experiences, perspectives, and attitudes. The exceptional stories that every person shares, at least for me, make covering running so meaningful and worthwhile. It's all about storytelling, and through each episode, my mission has always been to understand not only our sport, but, more importantly, our human nature and the world around us.Because ultimately, running has always been more than an athletic pursuit. Running has deeply shaped me in ways that transcend any performance or stat line. In fact, lately, I've found myself thinking that my journey has never fundamentally been about running itself. Rather, running has been a metaphor for something greater: learning how to meet challenges and the people around me, and, above all, learning how to live a meaningful life.While living that out has never been easy, I've learned to accept not having all the answers... while still continually searching for them. The whole point is the search. Very simply, this podcast has allowed me to grow closer to the version of myself I was born to become. Love y'all so much!!