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Every runner has a story. Finish Lines and Milestones is a podcast that celebrates the everyday runner. If you run, you’re a runner. Join host, Ally Brettnacher, every week as she shares these runner stories.
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Episode 182: Whitney Bevins - Transfer the Pain, Part Two
Content note: This episode includes discussion of domestic abuse, including emotional abuse, threats, and suicide, as well as explicit language. Please listen with care. Resources are listed below.Whitney Bevins was my fourth-ever guest, back in April 2023. She's back to share what she's lived through since then: an abusive relationship, how she finally got out, and the protective order she fought for. When we recorded, she was 12 weeks out. During this episode, we talk about:[4:00] Reconnecting from Westfield High School to working together at Fleet Feet, and the morning we both almost ended up in the ER before Episode 4[6:00] Her running roots, from a state championship cross country team to training with Matt Ebersole's PBT group[8:00] Running the 2016 Olympic Marathon Trials in the LA heat, and winning the CNO Indianapolis Monumental Marathon in 2012[11:00] The Peace Corps, her first real experience with depression, and how mental health runs in her family[25:00] How the relationship started, love bombing, and why "narcissist" is her word, not a diagnosis[44:00] Starting to save evidence in late 2023, and deleting Strava when her running became something he controlled[56:00] How he used her most vulnerable moments against her[59:00] The night she got out, going to the Carmel Police, and finding Prevail[1:08:00] Why she didn't leave right away: "There's an abused dog in a crate, and you open the crate door... and I didn't"[1:09:00] How protective orders work in Indiana, and having hers granted at the highest level for two years[1:21:00] Leaving your whole life behind in an instant, and why so many people go back[1:24:00] How running brought her back, from coaching Green Wave to joining Badlands Running[1:36:00] The hammer video and voicemail, and why even that evidence "wasn't enough"[1:41:00] Why she's sharing her story, and her hope for reform[1:54:00] What to do if someone you love is in an abusive relationship: "Just keep reaching out... just to know you're not alone" Previous Guests MentionedWhitney Bevins - Episode 4Matt Ebersole - Episode 89 ResourcesNational Domestic Violence Hotline - Call 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788. Free, confidential, and open 24/7Prevail (Hamilton County) - 24/7 crisis line: 317-776-3472. Free, confidential support for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Donate or get involved at prevailinc.orgThe Julian Center (Indianapolis) - 24-hour crisis line: 317-920-9320Firefly Children and Family Alliance (Indianapolis)988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - Call or text 988If you're in immediate danger, call 911 DisclaimerThis episode reflects Whitney's personal experience and perspective. Terms like "narcissist" are her own words, not a clinical diagnosis. Names and identifying details have been left out on purpose. Nothing in this episode is legal, medical, or mental health advice.Clarification: At about 1:39, where Whitney says "jail," she meant "pressing charges." Support this ShowSubscribe to Finish Lines & Milestones weekly newsletterFollow me on Instagram @allytbrett_runs This is a SandyBoy Productions podcast.
- 2 days ago1h 2m
NOVEMBER: CATCHING UP WITH COACH from Rachel Michelle Running
NOVEMBER CATCHING UP WITH COACHRachel and I recap Monumental Weekend in Indy, from a 150-person shakeout run and Wyatt Moss’s IndyCar side quest to my nauseous, hard-fought half marathon and a huge round of shoutouts for everyone who raced.The first Wednesday(ish) of every month this year, I bring you a conversation between me and my running coach, Rachel Sinders, of Rachel Michelle Running. We’ll talk about my training and running journey while celebrating other members of Team RMR. You don’t have to work with Rachel to enjoy these conversations, but if you’re looking for a running coach - look no further! Thank you, Rachel, for supporting me and my podcast. Previous Guests MentionedChristi Dee - Episode 3Whitney Bevins - Episode 4Alex Baker - Episode 6Mary Pittman - Episode 10Eileen Poore - Episode 17Sarah Farny - Episode 30Jennifer Nei - Episode 33Tracie Hunter - Episode 36Ashley Haynes - Episode 38Nate Spangle - Episode 47Carly Stewart - Episode 53Mark Guyer - Episode 59Mark Glover - Episode 76Kelby Laughner - Episode 99Lindsey Hein - Episode 100Mike Lee - Episode 102Lauren Gaudion - Episode 106Bill Bradford - Episode 116Max Glenn - Episode 125Chase Adams - Episode 130<a href="https://podcasts.
- 1 weeks ago1h 32m
Episode 181: Amy & Jamie Shinneman - Humbly Courageous
Amy Shinneman is back, and this time she brought her husband and duo-bike teammate, Jamie Shinneman. Together they’ve crossed six marathon finish lines, including five of the World Majors, with Jamie pushing Amy, who lives with a rare form of muscular dystrophy.During this episode, sponsored by SWTHZ and Bobbles & Lace, we talk about:[4:00] Their sixth marathon together and fifth World Major at the Sydney Marathon, and two weeks of jet lag afterward[6:00] Hauling a 70-pound duo bike to the other side of the world on their own[9:00] Getting into Sydney as a duo team, the lack of a duo corral, getting lost in the Botanic Gardens, and why Sydney beat Berlin for accessibility[16:00] How Jamie went from soccer player to marathoner by following his boys, Luke and Jack, from Noblesville Turkey Trots to his first marathon at the CNO Indianapolis Monumental Marathon in 2015[23:00] Sitting in a duo bike for the first time at the Boston Marathon expo, Amy’s “no thank you,” and the MDA Team Momentum loaner bike[28:00] “It’s a giant stroller” three minutes into their first test run, and what riding feels like for Amy[33:00] Meeting in high school geography class, the senior-year breakup, and his dad’s advice: “If it’s meant to be…”[39:00] A Christmas morning proposal from inside a TV box 📦[44:00] Their first finish line together at the Chicago Marathon in 2019, plus trapped adrenaline and a cowbell injury[51:00] What pushing feels like from Jamie’s side, Amy as his on-course coach, and running 3:11 at Monumental, which is faster than he’s ever run solo[57:00] The 50th New York City Marathon during COVID, and how they inspired me to push at the Marine Corps Marathon[1:01:00] Which majors do accessibility best, and whether duo teams should get their own awards[1:07:00] How Humbly Courageous grew from a blog to a running team to a nonprofit, the dream of gifting a duo bike, and Monumental 2025 as a family of four[1:15:00] Amy meeting Rhi in Sydney, a young woman who lives with the same form of muscular dystrophy: “In my everyday life, I don’t see people like me”[1:24:00] James Blunt on the drive to long runs, the hilltop fist bump, and what’s next at the Tokyo Marathon!!Previous Guests MentionedAmy Shinneman - Episode 87Mike Lee - Episode 102Rob Perez - Episode 150Steve Gilbert - Episode 160Chikage Windler - Episode 161Wyatt Moss - Episode 178Sponsor DetailsSWTHZ - Use code ALLYB5 for $5 off your first session. Locations in Carmel, Broad Ripple and BottleworksBobbles & Lace - New boutique in the Bottleworks District, and you can shop onlineMonumental WeekendEverything Finish Lines & Milestones is doing for Monumental weekendJoin our Shake Out Hang Out run - Friday, November 6 at 8:30 AM (free)Get your ticket to our Monumental Weekend celebration event with Athletic Annex and Brooks Running - Saturday, November 7, 3:00-6:00 PM at The Brothers Bar & Grill. Use code FLAMS for $10 offFollow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chikageweath
- 1 weeks ago36 min
INDY MONUMENTAL HYPE EPISODE with Lindsey Hein
It’s race week! Lindsey Hein and I teamed up for a special Indy Monumental Hype episode to walk you through everything happening this weekend in Indianapolis, from our shakeout run to the finish line and the party after.During this episode, we talk about:The race day forecast: 41 degrees at the start with light wind. Basically perfect 🙌Our free Shake Out & Hang Out run Friday at 8:30 AM from Sweat House BottleworksOur post-race party Saturday at Brothers Bar & Grill, with goodie bags, medal portraits, and a live podcastA mile-by-mile tour of the half and full marathon coursesLindsey’s best advice: get yourself to mile 12, because mile 13 takes care of itselfOther LinksFinish Lines & Milestones Monumental pageShake Out & Hang Out: Monumental shakeout run - Friday, 8:30 AM at Sweat House Bottleworks (free)Monumental post-race celebration - Saturday, 3:00–6:00 PM at Brothers Bar & Grill (code FLAMS for $10 off)CNO Indianapolis Monumental MarathonRachel Michelle RunningThis Blonde Runs CoachingI’ll Have Another with Lindsey HeinSupport this ShowSubscribe to Finish Lines & Milestones weekly newsletterFollow me on Instagram @allytbrett_runsThis is a SandyBoy Productions podcast.
- 2 weeks ago1h 12m
Episode 180: Chris Morgan - Give It A Go
Chris Morgan is the founder of Printarun and the host of Inside A Runner’s World podcast. He came to the U.S. from England for six weeks and is still here 23 years later.During this episode, we talk about:[4:00] Growing up in Manchester and Leicestershire, and coming to the U.S. at 22 for a six-week soccer job that turned into 23 years[7:00] Running his first marathon, the Miami Marathon, in 2017 to raise money for Alzheimer’s in honor of his nan[11:00] Making a framed collage from his race shirt and photos, and the dream that gave him the name Printarun[15:00] His first major at the Chicago Marathon in 2019, building race templates, and growing the business after a COVID severance and a move to Michigan[22:00] Getting his finisher medal from Paula Radcliffe at the Chicago finish line[25:00] The phone call on his drive to Chicago that turned into his first time guiding with Achilles: a six-hour pace, a tether, and 74,000 steps[33:00] Guiding Gulf War veteran Rob Sanchez with the Achilles Freedom Team, and the “my guide left me” Porta Potty prank at the Detroit Free Press Marathon[38:00] Running the Boston Marathon on a charity bib, what makes a great expo (the Flying Pig does it right), and why he thinks Boston is the most boring course of the majors[51:00] Why the London Marathon is his favorite major, and running it after losing his dad[55:00] His parents’ health, and his dad’s answer to every big leap in his life: “Give it a go”[59:00] Starting Inside A Runner’s World to share everyday runners’ stories[1:04:00] Choosing family over races, meeting his wife at a work conference, and why they moved to Michigan[1:08:00] His mantra, Winston Churchill’s “If you’re going through hell, keep going,” and looking back at his own race prints when it gets hardPrevious Guests MentionedMary Pittman - Episode 10Carrie Bradshaw - Episode 73Hallie Patel - Episode 141Shannon Spencer - Episode 145Chikage Windler - Episode 161Tammy Mills - Episode 165Jeanette Ray - Episode 170Lauren Kort Starek - Episode 175Wyatt Moss - Episode 178Sponsor DetailsSWTHZ - Use code ALLYB5 for $5 off your first
- 3 weeks ago1h 52m
Episode 179: Scott Saucedo - It’s Gonna Get Better
Scott Saucedo is a full-time single dad, personal trainer and endurance athlete who coaches IndyCar drivers Alex Palou and Conor Daly, and he’s been running for decades.During this episode, we talk about:[4:00] Running in Bo Jackson cross-trainers, college cross country at 70 miles a week, and pulling both hamstrings deadlifting with a decathlete[14:00] Quitting his job to become a personal trainer with one client, signing up for an Ironman after watching it on TV, and helping start CrossFit Carmel[19:00] His first marathons: Columbus, a Chicago BQ by 30 seconds, and changing clothes on the plane after Boston[29:00] Becoming a dad at 41, and filming workouts with three-year-old Luca in 2020[33:00] Training with PBT and the morning crew, and his Fort Ben PR[36:00] The New Shoe Day crew, and his first 100K at a backyard ultra (fueled by a jar of pickles)[43:00] Why he didn’t want to “just get good at suffering,” how ultras prepared him to be a full-time single dad[50:00] Running the UTMB course over a week and finding hope under Mont Blanc[59:00] Pacing a friend at Leadville, then losing his job, hernia surgery, sauna training and switching from keto to carbs[1:06:00] Running MoMoFo through the night with a dying headlamp, and Leadville 100: two “resets,” no calories for 30 miles, and the last 12 miles as fast as the first[1:17:00] Breaking 3 hours at the New York City Marathon by 10 seconds, and a Carmel Marathon PR at 50[1:25:00] Training Indy 500 champion Alex Palou, and turning IndyCar drivers into runners[1:32:00] Coaching his daughter Luca without over-coaching[1:38:00] The Mammoth 50K, and a six-hour Yosemite hike with his 73-year-old mom and Luca (plus a bear)[1:46:00] “Raise a Hallelujah,” and his message for anyone in a hard season: it’s gonna get betterPrevious Guests MentionedChristi Dee - Episode 3Renae Saager - Episode 14Ashley Haynes - Episode 38Casey Crouse - Episode 51Shea Aquilano - Episode 60Chris Galloway - Episode 69<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-79-trading-a-drug-addiction-for-a-running-add
- 3 weeks ago39 min
OCTOBER: CATCHING UP WITH COACH from Rachel Michelle Running
OCTOBER CATCHING UP WITH COACHRachel and I catch up after one of my roughest training weeks and her hard-fought Chicago Marathon on a rolled ankle, then cheer on our community and look ahead to Monumental Weekend and the two events I’m co-hosting.The first Wednesday(ish) of every month this year, I bring you a conversation between me and my running coach, Rachel Sinders, of Rachel Michelle Running. We’ll talk about my training and running journey while celebrating other members of Team RMR. You don’t have to work with Rachel to enjoy these conversations, but if you’re looking for a running coach - look no further! Thank you, Rachel, for supporting me and my podcast.Previous Guests MentionedChris Jones - Episode 13Renae Saager - Episode 14Cindy Smith - Episode 29Trena Roudebush - Episode 31Carly Stewart - Episode 53Jordan Huffman - Episode 80Kelby Laughner - Episode 99Lindsey Hein - Episode 100Rob Perez - Episode 150Anthony Privitelli - Episode 174Other LinksRachel Michelle RunningShake Out & Hang Out - Free Monumental shakeout run, Friday, 8:30 AM at BottleworksMonumental Post-Race Celebration - Saturday, 3:00–6:00 PM at Brothers Bar & Grill (use code FLAMS for $10 off)CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon, Half & 5K[Becky Reilly’s cookie business](INSERT LINK)Follow me on Instagram @allytbrett_runsSubscribe to Finish Lines & Milestones weekly newsletterThis is a SandyBoy Productions podcast.
- 4 weeks ago1h 56m
Episode 178: Wyatt Moss - If We’re Not Doing It, Nobody Is
Wyatt Moss and I met briefly at the start line of the 2024 CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon - the first time he ran 50 marathons in 50 states in the same year. He’d spent the night before on a friend’s couch. This year, he’s coming back to Indy for round two, and this time we’re going to show him some true Hoosier hospitality. During this episode, we talk about:[5:00] How his challenges started long before running, including a first marathon and a full Ironman distance with no training[11:00] 1,000 days of running a mile every day, and Relay for America from Santa Monica to DC[19:00] Getting passed by a girl dressed as corn at Monumental, and why walking makes a marathon hurt more[21:00] Eating Chipotle in all 50 states in 50 days, and the difference between a sponsored athlete and a sponsorship[25:00] 100 colleges in 100 days[27:00] Riding a penny-farthing across the country: no brakes, a broken wrist and a scar[39:00] Whisper, his mentor Brian Davidson, and conversation card decks for students[43:00] Planning the 50 states year in a Google Doc, and why “the work works on you more than you work on it”[49:00] Seven marathons on seven continents in seven days, and the Seven Wonders challenge[1:01:00] 85 million views during Relay for America 🇺🇸[1:04:00] His athletic shorts company, with your race ribbons sewn in - this is still happening[1:11:00] Round TWO of the 50 states, and his dream of running all 200 countries[1:25:00] Making other people’s dreams a reality, supporting charity runners, and releasing himself from the views[1:42:00] Running the New York City Marathon with Olympian, Alexi Pappas, and why “you get more of what you highlight”[1:49:00] His mantra, “If we’re not doing it, nobody is,” and his 100th marathon at Jackson HolePrevious Guests MentionedMary Pittman - Episode 10Trena Roudebush - Episode 31Joe Hardin - Episode 92Lindsey Hein - Episode 100Logan Turner - Episode 123Hallie Patel - Episode 141Chris Jones - Episode 172Other LinksJoin our Shake Out Hang Out run - Friday, November 6 at 8:30 AM at Bottleworks Hotel (free)Get your ticket to our Monumental Weekend celebration event with Athletic Annex and Brooks Running - Saturday, November 7, 3:00-6:00 PM at The Brothers Bar & Grill. Use code FLAMS for $10 offSupport Relay for AmericaSupport this Show:Subscribe to Finish Lines & Milestones weekly newsletterFollow me on Instagram @allytbrett_runsThis is a SandyBoy Productions podcast.
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