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EPISODE · Nov 7, 2025 · 36 MIN

The Stories That Changed Me. What I learned Interviewing Ultra Marathon Runners

from The Ostrich Running Podcast · host Nick Meraz

Episode 32 – The Stories That Changed MeIn this solo episode, I reflect on what I’ve learned after 30+ conversations with ultra runners who have redefined what endurance means.🎧 Act 1: The Common ThreadsWhat do all 100-milers have in common? From addiction recovery to chasing clarity — these runners aren’t just logging miles, they’re rewriting their lives.🎧 Act 2: Interviews That Changed MeFrom veterans to parents, from the broken to the bold, certain stories stuck with me long after we hit stop on the recorder. These are the guests who changed how I see pain, growth, and purpose.🎧 Act 3: What I’ve Learned as a HostThis podcast started as a way to share stories… but it’s become something much deeper. I talk about how the mic made me a better runner, listener, and person — and what’s coming next for the show. 🎙️ Whether you’ve been here since Episode 1 or this is your first listen, this is a behind-the-scenes look at what it really means to run scared — and build something meaningful along the way. 👟Brought to you by:Ostrich Running Alethia Runs📺 Watch on YouTube: @OstrichRunning🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple: Ostrich Running Podcast📲 Follow on Instagram: @Ostrich.Running

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Episode 32 – The Stories That Changed MeIn this solo episode, I reflect on what I’ve learned after 30+ conversations with ultra runners who have redefined what endurance means.🎧 Act 1: The Common ThreadsWhat do all 100-milers have in common? From...

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