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On today’s episode, it’s time to play the music and light the lights, because Adam Elmers is here, much to my delight! Adam talks about his love of Disney, his touchpoints with runDisney, his passion for New Jersey, and his lifelong love of the Muppets.  So lace up your shoes, light the lamp and not the rat, 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   AMBASSADOR AND AFFILIATE LINKS   NAT15 to save 15% on your next order at https://tomorrowlandproductionsllc.com/ NBORUNS to save 20% on your next order of BibBoards https://www.BibBoards.com/discount/NBORUNS NATALIEOMALLEY to save 10% on your next order at Crowned Athletics https://www.crownedathletics.com/?ref=NBORUNS  NatalieO to save 20% on your next SaltStick order aletenutrition.com/collections/all-products?rstr=NBORUNS

On today’s episode, things start with an update on the situation that was almost worthy of an emergency episode: Princess Half Marathon Weekend registration. Next, Natalie recaps her experience with the runDisney of professional sports: Banana Ball!   SHOW NOTES    Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast   AMBASSADOR AND AFFILIATE LINKS   NAT15 to save 15% on your next order at https://tomorrowlandproductionsllc.com/ NBORUNS to save 20% on your next order of BibBoards https://www.BibBoards.com/discount/NBORUNS NATALIEOMALLEY to save 10% on your next order at Crowned Athletics https://www.crownedathletics.com/?ref=NBORUNS  NatalieO to save 20% on your next SaltStick order aletenutrition.com/collections/all-products?rstr=NBORUNS

On today’s episode, it’s great to be back and settling into a biweekly cadence for the summer. After a news roundup, the main topic for today is a deep dive into Cool Kids' Summer, which has kicked off at Walt Disney World.  So, lace up your shoes, grab your floatie, 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 AMBASSADOR AND AFFILIATE LINKS NAT15 to save 15% on your next order at https://tomorrowlandproductionsllc.com/ NBORUNS to save 20% on your next order of BibBoards https://www.BibBoards.com/discount/NBORUNS NATALIEOMALLEY to save 10% on your next order at Crowned Athletics https://www.crownedathletics.com/?ref=NBORUNS  NatalieO to save 20% on your next SaltStick order aletenutrition.com/collections/all-products?rstr=NBORUNS

On today’s episode, Natalie is joined by the absolutely wonderful Brandy Copley to talk about her repeat Perfect Seasons over the last two years. The joyful discussion and celebration of the 2025-2026 runDisney race season wraps up with some favorite race memories submitted by you! So lace up your shoes, grab your medal holders, 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   AMBASSADOR AND AFFILIATE LINKS   NAT15 to save 15% on your next order at https://tomorrowlandproductionsllc.com/ NBORUNS to save 20% on your next order of BibBoards https://www.BibBoards.com/discount/NBORUNS NATALIEOMALLEY to save 10% on your next order at Crowned Athletics https://www.crownedathletics.com/?ref=NBORUNS NatalieO to save 20% on your next SaltStick order aletenutrition.com/collections/all-products?rstr=NBORUNS

On today’s episode, Natalie is welcomed by Frank and Jen Cardillo, the sibling duo behind Theme Park Thursday with Dillo's Diz, to talk about their time as Walt Disney World cast members. Frank and Jen had very different but both very interesting roles as cast members during their blue ID eras. Tune in for nostalgia, khakis, innuendos, and a whole lot of laughs as they explore what it’s like to work for the most magical place on earth.  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   AMBASSADOR AND AFFILIATE LINKS   NAT15 to save 15% on your next order at https://tomorrowlandproductionsllc.com/ NBORUNS to save 20% on your next order of BibBoards https://www.BibBoards.com/discount/NBORUNS NATALIEOMALLEY to save 10% on your next order at Crowned Athletics https://www.crownedathletics.com/?ref=NBORUNS NatalieO to save 20% on your next SaltStick order aletenutrition.com/collections/all-products?rstr=NBORUNS

On today’s episode, Amanda and Desi return to wrap up the discussion on Springtime Surprise Weekend 2026. The 10k and 10 miler are the grand finale of the 2025-2026 runDisney season.  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 AMBASSADOR AND AFFILIATE LINKS NAT15 to save 15% on your next order at https://tomorrowlandproductionsllc.com/ NBORUNS to save 20% on your next order of BibBoards https://www.BibBoards.com/discount/NBORUNS NATALIEOMALLEY to save 10% on your next order at Crowned Athletics https://www.crownedathletics.com/?ref=NBORUNS NatalieO to save 20% on your next SaltStick order aletenutrition.com/collections/all-products?rstr=NBORUNS

On today’s episode, Natalie is joined by two special guests to chat through Springtime Surprise Weekend 2026. Amanda and Desi talk through the expo and 5k of the final race weekend of the 2025-2026 runDisney season.  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 AMBASSADOR AND AFFILIATE LINKS NAT15 to save 15% on your next order at https://tomorrowlandproductionsllc.com/ NBORUNS to save 20% on your next order of BibBoards https://www.BibBoards.com/discount/NBORUNS NATALIEOMALLEY to save 10% on your next order at Crowned Athletics https://www.crownedathletics.com/?ref=NBORUNS  NatalieO to save 20% on your next SaltStick order https://aletenutrition.com/collections/all-products?rstr=159790

On today’s episode, it’s time to celebrate victories, both with Springtime Surprise Weekend 2026 and Miles Madness 2026. Amanda, from OnceUponaMarathon, and KG, from Living the KG Life, round out the epic conclusion and crown this year’s bracket champion.  So lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us! SHOW NOTES  Amanda’s Instagram: instagram.com/onceuponamarathon KG’s Instagram: instagram.com/livingthekglife  Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast AMBASSADOR AND AFFILIATE LINKS NAT15 to save 15% on your next order at https://tomorrowlandproductionsllc.com/ NBORUNS to save 20% on your next order of BibBoards https://www.BibBoards.com/discount/NBORUNS NATALIEOMALLEY to save 10% on your next order at Crowned Athletics https://www.crownedathletics.com/?ref=NBORUNS  NBORUNS to save 20% on your next SaltStick order https://aletenutrition.com/collections/all-products?rstr=159790

On today’s episode, Natalie is joined once again by special guests Amanda, from OnceUponaMarathon, and KG, from Living the KG Life, to continue the playthrough of Miles Madness 2026 Matchups. Due to the great response, we’re going to play the next two weeks! This week, we play through the Sweet Sixteen of the animatronic smackdown. Who is going on to the Elite Eight? Find out soon with lots of fun shenanigans along the way. Hope your bracket’s not quite busted yet.  SHOW NOTES  Amanda’s Instagram: instagram.com/onceuponamarathon KG’s Instagram: instagram.com/livingthekglife  Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast NAT15 to save 15% on your next order at https://tomorrowlandproductionsllc.com/ NBORUNS to save 20% on your next order of BibBoards! https://www.BibBoards.com/discount/NBORUNS

On today’s episode, Natalie is joined by special guests Amanda, from OnceUponaMarathon, and KG, from Living the KG Life, to play through the first round of Miles Madness 2026 Matchups. This week, they play the first round and figure out which animatronics survive the first round of the smackdown. Hope you submitted your brackets and are playing along at home!   SHOW NOTES  Amanda’s Instagram: instagram.com/onceuponamarathon KG’s Instagram: instagram.com/livingthekglife  Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast NAT15 to save 15% on your next order at https://tomorrowlandproductionsllc.com/ NBORUNS to save 20% on your next order of BibBoards! https://www.BibBoards.com/discount/NBORUNS

On today’s episode, Miles Madness is back for its second year! The bracket theme this year steps away from runDisney specifically to head into the parks. 64 animatronics from the 6 US Disney theme parks enter, but only one will be crowned the champion at the end of the day. Plus, this is your opportunity to get in on the fun!    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 NAT15 to save 15% on your next order at https://tomorrowlandproductionsllc.com/ NBORUNS to save 20% on your next order of BibBoards! https://www.BibBoards.com/discount/NBORUNS

On today’s episode, it’s time to talk about the Springtime Surprise Weekend 2026 Event Guide. It’s definitely bittersweet to discuss the last event guide of the 2025-2026 season, but it just means that there’s another race weekend to make memories! Natalie covers everything from expo logistics to the races themselves, plus the yoga rendezvous to close out a magical season.  SHOW NOTES Springtime Surprise Weekend 2026 Event Guide Link: 2026 runDISNEY Springtime Surprise Weekend Runner Tracking Link: https://track.rtrt.me/e/WDW-STS-2026 Disney Lost and Found Form: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/guest-services/lost-and-found/   Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Hollarhype Group: https://joinmygroup.hollarhype.com/a033gUoszXb  Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast NAT15 to save 15% on your next order at https://tomorrowlandproductionsllc.com/ Event Guide Discounts Honey Stingers: 30% off with code DISNEY30 Sparkle Athletic: use code bestfriends10 for 10% off all purchases until 4/30/26 Mission: RUNDISNEY25 for 25% off cooling towels and other accessories. BeachLife Boutiuque: Purchase on website for pickup during expo and use code RUNDISNEY for 15% off

On today’s episode, it’s time to continue the royal recap of Princess Half Marathon Weekend 2026. Once again, Natalie is joined by special guests Jess, Marybeth, and Jaimee to discuss the day after the 10k, the half marathon, and the celebration in the parks to cap off a magical weekend.  So lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us! SHOW NOTES Guest Information & Charity Links Jess (@jessrunsdisney): Chicago Marathon 2026 with Team in Training Marybeth (@mbrunstothecastle): Kellsie's Hope Jaimee (@jaimees_fit_fairytale) Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr Twitter: @stridesispod TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast NAT15 to save 15% on your next order at https://tomorrowlandproductionsllc.com/ NBORUNS to save 20% on your next order of BibBoards! https://www.BibBoards.com/discount/NBORUNS

On today’s episode, it’s time for a royal recap of Princess Half Marathon Weekend 2026. Natalie is joined by special guests Jess, Marybeth, and Jaimee to discuss the shimmering splendor of race weekend through the 10k race. Come back next week to hear the rest of our adventures in the great wide somewhere.  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 NAT15 to save 15% on your next order at https://tomorrowlandproductionsllc.com/ NBORUNS to save 20% on your next order of BibBoards! https://www.BibBoards.com/discount/NBORUNS

Today is a reflection on the life and legacy of Jeff Galloway, a beloved figure in the runDisney community who passed away on February 25, 2026. Natalie shares personal anecdotes about her interactions with Jeff over the years, highlighting all his encouragement and the positive impact he had on her running journey, as well as what she did to honor his memory during Princess Half Marathon Weekend 2026.  Much love to the Galloway family in their time of loss.