EPISODE · Sep 15, 2025 · 36 MIN
Kathrine Switzer: A Fearless Legacy and the K.V. Switzer Awards
from In Fearless Conversation · host 261 Fearless Inc.
We’re kicking off Season 6 of In Fearless Conversation with a legend: Kathrine Switzer, the first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon, lifelong advocate for women in running, and co-founder of 261 Fearless.In this episode, Kathrine shares the story behind the picture book, Her Fearless Run: Kathrine Switzer's Historic Boston Marathon, her ongoing work with 261 Fearless, and an exciting new chapter of her legacy: the inaugural K.V. Switzer Awards, which will be presented in New York City on November 1. You’ll also hear about her personal hero — someone whose story of courage has inspired her for decades.✨ GiveawayWe’re giving away TWO signed book bundles — each includes signed copies of Marathon Woman and Her Fearless Run. Here’s how to enter:Listen to this episode and find out who Kathrine named as her personal hero.Like our Instagram post about this episode.Send us a DM with the name of Kathrine’s hero by EOD September 22 (Eastern Time)That’s it! Two winners will be announced soon.🔗 Links & ResourcesLearn more about the K.V. Switzer Awards → https://www.261fearless.org/kvswitzer-award/Read more about Emil Zatopek → https://www.britannica.com/biography/Emil-ZatopekPartners making the awards possible:Pioneer Award presented by Team Milk’s Every Woman’s MarathonGlobal Connector Award presented by Beyond FinanceCommunity Impact Award presented by AdidasEvent Host: New York Athletic ClubAdditional partners: Garmin, Running Mate, Safely, Syracuse University Falk College of Sport & Human Dynamics
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