Ali on the Run Show

"I couldn’t be just an observer or a reader. I had to be this person that could see everything and find the story." Emily Palmer's work is intense. As an investigative crime reporter who has worked for the New York Times and People Magazine, and whose work has appeared in the Boston Globe, ProPublica, Cosmopolitan, and Elle, Emily has spent a great deal of time at crime scenes, in courtrooms, and even in Mexico with members of El Chapo's cartel. In this conversation, Emily talks about how and why she has pursued a life of crime — covering crime, that is. She explains her approach to how she does her job, talks about the importance of empathy, and gets into the role running plays during her most exhausting and overwhelming work days. *Content warning: This episode includes stories and descriptions of violence, including violence against women and children.* SPONSORS:  goodr: Click here and use code ALI for $5 off your next order. UCAN: Click here to get a FREE UCAN Edge sample pack (you’ll just pay the cost of shipping), including the new Mocha + Caffeine gel and the Chocolate gel. (My dream!) Then, use code ALI for 20% off your next UCAN order. In this episode: What running looks like for Emily right now, one month post-NYC Marathon (3:20) What Young Emily was like (11:10) How Emily became an investigative crime reporter (16:15) What it’s like being called to a crime scene (24:20) On feeling unsafe on the job (36:00) Investigative journalism vs. true crime (40:15) The stories Emily is proudest of (45:30) On being a “criminal apologist” (1:07:40) Emily's shout-out on Brooklyn Nine-Nine (1:13:15) How, when, and why Emily became a runner (1:15:40) Emily's hopes, dreams, and goals on the run and at work (1:21:00) For more from Emily: Emily's first piece for the New York Times Emily's first New York Times byline Emily's Carlos Vega story for the New York Times Emily's profile of El Chapo's wife (and what she calls her favorite story) Emily's People magazine cover story Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

"I felt really relieved and happy and proud, and just so thankful that I took a chance on myself and chose to keep believing in myself." Sara Hall just ran her fourth — and fastest — marathon of 2024. At the Valencia Marathon, Sara ran 2:23:45, smashing her own American Masters Marathon Record by three minutes, and finishing tenth overall. From the Marathon Trials to Boston to Chicago to Valencia, today Sara returns to the Ali on the Run Show for a year-end reflective. Plus, what Sara's excited about in 2025. SPONSORS:  Sidekick: Click here to get 15% off any recovery tool. Lagoon: Click here to take Lagoon’s 2-minute sleep quiz to see which pillow is right for you. (Emma Bates and I are both Otters!) Use code ALI at checkout for $25 off your next Lagoon order. In this episode: Where in the world is Sara Hall? (2:20) How Sara is feeling after running four marathons this year (5:00) What it took for Sara to run her fastest marathon of the year (17:00) How Sara regained her strength and confidence after the Boston Marathon (22:15) Sara reflects on the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials Marathon (30:30) Sara’s favorite memories from the 2024 Boston Marathon (32:40) How Sara remembers the 2024 Chicago Marathon (34:10) Why Sara wanted to run the 2024 Valencia Marathon (36:45) What’s next for Sara? (48:20) All about Coach Sara (51:45) Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

"We all have fears in life. We all have things that hold us back from doing some really cool stuff. But I kept reminding myself, 'Meghann, this is the opportunity of a lifetime. You can hear those fears, but you’re going to push them aside and you’re going to figure this out.'" Fan favorite sports dietitian Meghann Featherstun returns to the Ali on the Run Show today for her 2024 in review, including the highs (London!), the lows (none come to mind!), the group runs (O-H-I-O!), and the completion of her Abbott Six-Star journey.  FOLLOW MEGHANN @featherstonenutrition SPONSOR:  New Balance: Click here to shop New Balance's latest releases for the season. Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

"I hope that through my work, people saw my life." With a legendary 14-year career on the track and on the roads, professional 1500m runner and miler Jenny Simpson decided earlier this year that she was ready to retire. After spending 2024 diving into the world of marathoning, Jenny announced that she would run the TCS New York City Marathon as her final professional race.  Then, after crossing the finish line in 2:31:54 and settling onto the couch with a bowl of ice cream (Blue Bell mint chocolate chip), Jenny got an invitation — and an immediate jolt off that couch. Instead of heading into retirement, Jenny embarked on The Great World Race, running seven marathons on seven continents in seven days.   Up next: Jenny and Jason (and their two dogs) are packing up the Winnebago and spending the next year on a 50-state Run USA tour. In this supersized, two-hour episode, Jenny talks about all of it, and shares her reflections on her legacy in the sports. FOLLOW JENNY & JASON'S RUN USA TOUR @JENNYANDJASONRUNUSA AND ON YOUTUBE. SPONSORS:  Vuori: Click here for 20% off your first Vuori purchase. Lagoon: Click here to take Lagoon’s 2-minute sleep quiz to see which pillow is right for you. (Emma Bates and I are both Otters!) Use code ALI at checkout for $25 off your next Lagoon order. UCAN: Click here to get a FREE UCAN Edge sample pack (you’ll just pay the cost of shipping), and use code ALI for 20% off your next UCAN order. In this episode: How Jenny is feeling after a 10-marathon year (2:20) Jenny’s decision to race the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon, and to make it her last professional race (8:30) What Jenny hopes her legacy will be (14:55) Jenny recaps her New York City Marathon (23:10) On getting the invitation to run The Great World Race, just days after finishing the New York City Marathon (53:30) “It’s as hard as you think it is” (1:02:10) Jenny recaps each day of The Great World Race (1:05:50) What’s next for Jenny Simpson? (1:46:45) Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!