Stride Sisters Podcast

On today’s episode, we are traveling home from Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend, so we’re slithering into the spookiest season of the year — Halloween! But of course, we’re doing it Disney style. We’re imagining how some of our favorite Disney characters would celebrate — from their trick-or-treating routes and costumes to how they’d decorate and what candy they’d be sneaking from their treat bags. So lace up your shoes, grab your candy bucket, and step into the magic with us! SHOW NOTES Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |  The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/ The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

Every marathon tells a story — and this week, it’s Natalie’s turn to share hers. From months of training to the roar of the Chicago crowd, Natalie’s race was a reminder of what happens when heart, hard work, and community come together. We’re breaking down her experience mile by mile, from the start line to the final stretch. So, lace up your shoes and step into the magic with us!   Show Notes Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |  The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/ The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

On today’s episode, we’re joined by filmmaker and storyteller Andres Vargas, the creative force behind the newly released documentary called Crossing Your Line. We chat about the inspiration behind the project, what it was like bringing reality of training for a marathon and the magic of race weekends to the screen, and some incredible stories that remind us why the runDisney community is so special. Andres gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how the film came together — from concept to finish line — and the moments that made it all worth it. So lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us!   Show Notes Crossing Your Line: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxeZXI_b6nZDAxzmNnomBxICDT-1ka196 Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |  The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/ The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco  

On today’s episode, we’re putting our runner instincts to the test with a little game we’re calling Riskin' It for the Biscuit! Every runner has faced those pre-race temptations — from wearing something brand new on race day, to skipping your warm-up because the corrals are packed, or eating that questionable spicy dinner the night before. We’ll be deciding which running gambles are worth the risk… and which ones could totally crumble under race-day pressure. Let’s see just how bold we’re feeling today. So, lace up your shoes, decide what biscuits you’re riskin' it for, and step into the magic with us!   Show Notes Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |  The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/ The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

On today’s episode, we are discussing the Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend 2025 event guide, which kicks off our race season together. Join us as we break down everything from the expo to the course changes for the races and that awesome post-race party.   Runner Tracking: https://track.rtrt.me/e/WDW-WD-2025 Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |  The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/ The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

On today’s episode, we begin with exciting updates related to marathon goals for both of us. Then, we chat about Disney news before welcoming a special guest who has also completed the Chicago Marathon, Tony Rappel. Tony and Hannah share their experiences from the Chicago Marathon and give me a crash course on what to expect as a complete newbie to the World Marathon Major stage. So lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us! SHOW NOTES Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |  Natalie's Chicago Marathon Fundraiser: 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/ The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

On today’s episode, we start with a mega training update, some Disney news, and a slight spiral about the upcoming Chicago Marathon. Then, things are getting a little spooky as we share all the thrills, chills, and miles of Natalie’s Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon weekend recap. So grab your candy, lace up your shoes… and step into the magic with us! 🎃👟✨   Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |  American Cancer Society Villains: https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR/DetermiNation/DNCY25NOR?team_id=2781066&pg=team&fr_id=109969 The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/ The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

On today’s episode, we are joined by special guests from the Hyperion Adventures Podcast! Tom and Michelle host a weekly podcast that centers around all things Disney, from coast to coast, to the cruise ships, and beyond! So lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us!   Show Notes Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |  The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/ The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

On today’s episode, we’re covering a lot of ground — starting with the Sydney Marathon’s first appearance as an Abbott World Major. Shoutout to any of our listeners who ran it! Then we’re diving headfirst into the flood of Disney and Destination D23 news. Of course, we wrap it all up by looking ahead to the upcoming runDisney season, including responses from our lovely listeners. Stick around, because this episode is packed with news, excitement, and a little bit of dreaming about what’s to come. We have sneaky surprise at the end!   Disneyland Halloween Half Runner Tracking: 2025 Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Weekend » RTRT.me Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |  The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/ The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

On today’s episode, the dog days of summer are upon us, which definitely threw a wrench into some of our training plans. Not all is lost though, since there has been some progress on the ongoing shoe saga. Then we talk about some announcements regarding the Disney news this week. Yes, we’re going to talk about Buzz Lightyear. Finally, we close off the week with a discussion on the upcoming Destination D23 event at Walt Disney World this weekend.  So lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us! Show Notes Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |  The Start Line Co: https://thestartlineco.com/ The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

Welcome to the Stride Sisters Podcast! On today’s episode, we hop into our rocketship and head to Area 51 to talk about the half marathon that Hannah ran this past weekend, where the costumes were plentiful, the weather had a mind of its own, and survival became the name of the game. From 90-degree heat to a monsoon that turned the course into a slip-n-slide, Hannah’s race was anything but ordinary. We’ll talk about the highs, the lows, the new friends made on the course, and of course, the post-race recovery fueled by McDonald’s fries and Coke. So buckle up — or should we say beam up — because this week’s episode is going to be a wild ride. So lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us!   Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |  Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/ The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

On today’s episode, we’re joined by Greg from the Rise and Run Podcast! Not only is he a runDisney regular, he’s also the editing mastermind behind one of the community’s most beloved shows. We’re chatting about his running journey, behind-the-scenes podcast magic, Disney favorites, and more. So lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us!   SHOW NOTES   Greg’s Marathon Weekend Fundraiser: https://give.gktw.org/fundraiser/6167818  Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |  Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/ The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

On today’s episode, we’re discussing the 2025 Halloween Half Marathon Weekend Event Guide. It feels so right to already be chatting about the first event guide of the 2025-2026 runDisney race season that we just had to get this out the day after it released. Join us as we break down everything from yoga to the expo to the races themselves … and all those magical details in between. So lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us!   Show Notes Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon 2025 Event Guide: 2025 Disneyland® Halloween Half Marathon Weekend Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |  Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/ The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco

On this week’s episode of the Stride Sisters Podcast, your two hosts are digging into their roots and breaking out the spreadsheets - and the girl math - to figure out if a Walt Disney World Annual Pass is actually worth it for runDisney runners. Plus, enjoy a trip on the Concorde (which gets you here in half the time!) as we take a hard left into The Parent Trap territory in honor of its anniversary.  So, lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us! Show Notes Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall Natalie's Princess Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |  Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/  The Start Line Co. Instagram: instagram.com/thestartlineco 

On today’s episode, we’re joined by one of the sweetest and sparkliest members of the runDisney community—Sarah from @blondie_intheparks! She’s a Disney bride, a former Cast Member, a proud Main Street Marathoner, and someone who knows how to bring the magic to every race weekend. We’re talking about everything from her very first runDisney race to running with her husband, the story behind her dreamy Disney wedding, and yes—we finally get the inside scoop on those pelicans.    Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blondie_intheparks Sarah's Fundraisers:  Dopey: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFGOOFY/SarahForn Princess: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/SarahForn Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall Natalie's Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley | Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/ The Start Line Co. Instagram: @thestartlineco    

On today’s episode, Natalie is flying solo! There are Springtime Surprise Themes, Wine and Dine Medals, and a sprinkle of Disneyland memories in honor of the 70th this week to chat about - oh my!  So lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us!   Show Notes Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Natalie's Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley | Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/

On today’s episode, we’re diving into Hannah’s first-ever Peachtree Road Race—what it’s like to run the world’s largest 10K, on the 4th of July, in the Atlanta heat, with 60,000 of your closest sweaty friends! Get ready because she’s sharing all of the peachy details, and surprises along the way. Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall Natalie's Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley | Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/ The Start Line Co. Instagram: @thestartlineco

On today’s episode, we’re celebrating 50 episodes and one year of the Stride Sisters Podcast!! What started as friends rambling about runDisney has grown into something so much bigger—a community full of support, laughter, and so much love. We’ve decided to commemorate the occasion with our very first Ask Us Anything episode - thanks to all of you, we’ve got plenty to chat about as we reminisce about our first year and look forward to our great, big, beautiful tomorrow.  We’re so grateful for every single listener who’s been part of this journey. You’ve made this past year more magical than we ever imagined. So lace up your shoes, get your party hat on, and step into the magic with us!   Show Notes  Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Natalie's Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley | Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/

Is your smartwatch your favorite hater? On today’s episode, we chat about some of our favorite gadgets and running technology out there. We’ve also kicked off training for Wine & Dine. And just in case that wasn’t enough to juggle, Princess Half registration opens today — so may the fastest Wi-Fi win! From watches and apps to headphones and recovery gear, we’re sharing what we use, what we love, and which features we still don’t totally understand but pretend we do. So lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us!   Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Wine & Dine Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Hannah’s Princess Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/KHFDIVA/HannahHorsfall Natalie's Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley | Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/

On today's episode, we’re putting on our detective hats because one of you—our amazing listeners—spotted something curious about the Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend Kids Race medals… and we had to investigate. We’ll share what we found and what we think might be coming next! Then, the main event: we’re recapping Natalie’s lightning-fast trip down to Walt Disney World—a trip filled with rides, snacks, sips, and a very emotional goodbye to MuppetVision 3D.  From Epcot ducks and Donald topiaries, to Baseline Tap House flights, Italian Ice margaritas, and chocolate shots that brought her back to life—we’ve got all the details. Plus, how she survived multiple parks, multiple lounges, and a farewell that hit us right in the nostalgia. Time for one last Wocka Wocka. Show Notes Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast Hannah’s Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/SFFWineandDine/stride-sisters/hannahhorsfall Natalie's Fundraiser: Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend: Natalie O'Malley |  Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/