Another Mother Runner

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A family of two podcasts to get (+ keep) you running without losing your family, friends, job, or sanity! More than 1,000 (!) back episodes to enjoy. Every Friday on the original show (launched in 2011), host Sarah Bowen Shea, a mom of three and veteran of 14 marathons, is joined by a rotating cast of co-hosts and often a guest expert to discuss topics ranging from how to reach a big race goal to finding your athletic happy place, and everything in between. Training, nutrition, motivation, mental toughness, TMI issues: This ~hour-long show covers it all (and then some!).  Every Tuesday, Miles of Books drops, alternating Ellison Weist chatting fiction one week with Sarah Bowen Shea and non-fiction with Coach Liz Waterstraat and Sarah the next. In about 30 minutes, the hosts entice and entertain you with plot descriptions and pearls of training (and life!) advice to guide you to your next great reads. Both shows are witty and conversational, making them great running partners because the AMR gals do all the talking—even on the uphills!

  1. Miles of Books: Debut Non-Fiction + Fiction Episodes (Replay)

    14 hr ago

    Miles of Books: Debut Non-Fiction + Fiction Episodes (Replay)

    The Miles of Books Non-Fiction Debut Episode originally dropped on April 22, 2025. This debut episode is ideal listening for all athletes, especially ones in a pursuit of increased athletic enjoyment and success. Along with host Sarah Bowen Shea, Coach Liz Waterstraat does a deep dive into the new book Me, But Better: The Science and Promise of Personality Change by Olga Khazan. Among other things, Coach Liz discusses the importance of openness during a race; how conscientiousness can help runners succeed in training; and why being more outgoing might deepen your connection to running. (As promised, here’s Coach Liz on Goodreads.) Other books Coach Liz recommends: How to Change: The Science of Getting from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be: Katy Milkman Four Thousand Weeks: Oliver Burkeman Unwinding Anxiety: Judson Brewer The Miles of Books Debut Fiction Episode originally dropped on May 6, 2025. Fiction lovers will delight in this first novel-filled episode of our new biweekly [now weekly!] podcast. In a lively conversation, Ellison Weist talks up these four books with host Sarah Bowen Shea: The Fisherman’s Gift: Julia R. Kelly Tilt: Emma Pattee Murder at Gulls Nest: Jess Kidd I See You’ve Called in Dead: John Kenney Other books Ellison is looking forward to reading: 33 Place Brugmann: Alice Austen A Gentleman’s Gentleman: T J Alexander Feisty Fest: Join us from September 18-20, 2026 - https://feisty.co/events/feisty-fest/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/ Cozy Earth: Use code: AMR to receive 20% off at https://cozyearth.com/ Momentous: Use code AMR for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/ Currex: Use code AMR15 for 15% off at https://currex.com/ Tifosi Optics: Use code FEISTY2026 for 20% off at https://tifosioptics.com/

    1hr 3min

  2. 4 days ago

    Olympian Deena Kastor on How to Harness the Long-run Mindset (Replay)

    This episode originally dropped on February 23, 2024. Anyone considering or training for a half-marathon or marathon needs to listen to this episode with running legend Deena Kastor, Olympic bronze medalist in marathon and author of Let Your Mind Run. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat, Deena shares: -ways to banish the intimidation factor of a long run -what “the insistent mind” is—and how to get into it -positive interpretations of the signals your body sends you mid-run -her acceptance of slowing down + running shorter races -the power of tune-up races—and inspirational quotes The hosts talk overnight oats (!) before Deena joins around 9:25. Feisty Fest: Join us from September 18-20, 2026 - https://feisty.co/events/feisty-fest/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/ Cozy Earth: Use code: AMR to receive 20% off at https://cozyearth.com/ Momentous: Use code AMR for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/ Currex: Use code AMR15 for 15% off at https://currex.com/ Tifosi Optics: Use code FEISTY2026 for 20% off at https://tifosioptics.com/

    57 min
  3. Miles of Books: Debut Cookbooks Episode

    30 Jun

    Miles of Books: Debut Cookbooks Episode

    Calling all cooking and baking enthusiasts: This special episode is for you! Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Sheila Gencarelli, both avid cooks/bakers, serve up a conversation about four new cookbooks. They discuss standout recipes; baking with a variety of flours; small-batch nut butters; and numerous quick weeknight dinner options. The cookbooks they discuss: Easy Everyday: 100 Recipes and Meal Prep Ideas for Effortless Eats: Jessica Merchant Big Bites: Time to Eat!: Nourishing Family Recipes That Cook in an Hour or Less: Kat Ashmore Morning Baker: Roxana Jullapat Cooking Fast and Slow: Easy, Comforting, (Mostly) Plant-Based Recipes for Busy People: Natalia Rudin Feisty Fest: Join us from September 18-20, 2026 - https://feisty.co/events/feisty-fest/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/ Cozy Earth: Use code: AMR to receive 20% off at https://cozyearth.com/ Momentous: Use code AMR for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/ Currex: Use code AMR15 for 15% off at https://currex.com/ Tifosi Optics: Use code FEISTY2026 for 20% off at https://tifosioptics.com/

    38 min

  4. 26 Jun

    Western States 100 First-Timer Shares Her Journey

    If you’re trail-running curious—or just love inspiring athletes—this is the episode for you! Host Sarah Bowen Shea is joined by guest host Corrine Malcolm, co-host of Trail Society podcast, to talk with Stephanie Irving, 64, an avid trail runner running the legendary Western States 100, where she’ll be the second oldest female participant; she’s also the co-founder of Wild Woman Trail Runs. In this in-person episode recorded just days before the big race, Steph and Corrine detail: -what’s so special about WS100 -the “magic” of a women’s-only running race like Wild Woman -how to stop thinking about age as an impediment -fueling advice for endurance races -the value in going before you're ready—whether in a race or life! Before Steph joins the conversation around 11:55, Corrine sheds light on the history of the Western States race. Feisty Fest: Join us from September 18-20, 2026 - https://feisty.co/events/feisty-fest/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/ Cozy Earth: Use code: AMR to receive 20% off at https://cozyearth.com/ Momentous: Use code AMR for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/ Currex: Use code AMR15 for 15% off at https://currex.com/ Tifosi Optics: Use code FEISTY2026 for 20% off at https://tifosioptics.com/

    55 min
  5. Miles of Books: Performing Under Pressure

    23 Jun

    Miles of Books: Performing Under Pressure

    Whether you have an upcoming race or are simply under a lot of stress, you owe it to yourself to listen to this insightful episode. Coach Liz Waterstraat, with host Sarah Bowen Shea, discusses Performing Under Pressure: The Science of Doing Your Best When It Matters Most by Hendrie Weisinger and J.P. Pawliw-Fry. Coach Liz shares some important lessons gleaned from the book, such as viewing something as a challenge instead of a crisis—then learning to thrive on a challenge. The hosts talk about the effective strategy of “shrinking” a pressure-filled moment, and how a perceived victory can translate to a real win. Plus, Coach Liz tells a tale of a solo, pre-race psych-session…in a port-a-potty. Good stuff! Feisty Fest: Join us from September 18-20, 2026 - https://feisty.co/events/feisty-fest/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/ Cozy Earth: Use code: AMR to receive 20% off at https://cozyearth.com/ Momentous: Use code AMR for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/ Currex: Use code AMR15 for 15% off at https://currex.com/ Tifosi Optics: Use code FEISTY2026 for 20% off at https://tifosioptics.com/

    33 min

  6. 19 Jun

    How to Fit in Runs and Workouts While Traveling

    Anyone headed on a summer vacation or away on a work trip needs to listen to this episode. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, plus two other frequent travelers (a triathlete and an ultrarunner/flight attendant!), share advice and anecdotes about exercising while away from familiar stomping grounds. Details include: -been-there, done-that advice on making smart hotel choices -packing pointers -the best apps to get the lay of the land + plan running routes -how to make sure recovery is part of your time away -encouragement to jump into a “destination” race Before the host duo transitions to telling tales about their on-the-go workouts around 14:00, Amanda shares about a 41-mile Appalachian Trail hiking event she completed recently. Watch on YouTube Feisty Fest: Join us from September 18-20, 2026 - https://feisty.co/events/feisty-fest/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/ Cozy Earth: Use code: AMR to receive 20% off at https://cozyearth.com/ Momentous: Use code AMR for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/ Currex: Use code AMR15 for 15% off at https://currex.com/ Tifosi Optics: Use code FEISTY2026 for 20% off at https://tifosioptics.com/

    57 min
  7. Miles of Books: Two Water-Centric Novels + the Latest from Andrew Sean Greer

    16 Jun

    Miles of Books: Two Water-Centric Novels + the Latest from Andrew Sean Greer

    Feeling like diving into summer with some engaging reads? Listen to this episode in which hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist jump into two books set in and around water—one is a debut that Ellison quite enjoyed, while the other is a dystopian tale. Ellison has praise for the historical war-and-love story in the episode’s mix, while the hosting duo is divided over the new novel by the Pulitzer-prize-winning author of Less and Less Is Lost. Sarah is enamored with the “dear” protagonist and his adventures, while Ellison finds the characters too precious and predictable. The novels they discuss: Under Water: Tara Menon Underlake: Erin L. McCoy Children of the Wild: Kevin Powers Villa Coco: Andrew Sean Greer Feisty Fest: Join us from September 18-20, 2026 - https://feisty.co/events/feisty-fest/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/ Cozy Earth: Use code: AMR to receive 20% off at https://cozyearth.com/ Momentous: Use code AMR for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/ Currex: Use code AMR15 for 15% off at https://currex.com/ Tifosi Optics: Use code FEISTY2026 for 20% off at https://tifosioptics.com/

    33 min

  8. 12 Jun

    Expert Advice for Exercising in Summer Heat with Christopher Minson, Ph.D.

    Let’s not kid ourselves: Everyone needs to listen to this episode because extreme weather is coming, if it hasn’t arrived already. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat (a hot-weather racing warrior!) welcome Christopher Minson, Ph.D., a professor of Human Physiology at University of Oregon, where he is also co-director of the Exercise and Environmental Physiology Labs, to strategize about running and cycling in hot weather. Dr. Chris shares: -some fascinating science re: sweat + thermoregulation -reasons to run outside instead of in a climate-controlled enviro -somewhat-surprising advice for what to wear when running in the heat -the importance of other success-producing factors, like rest + hydration -why your heat training should start mid-winter! Before the heat-expert joins around 10:10, Coach Liz talks about making peace with her family’s summer schedule (including her teen son’s late-night second dinners). Watch on YouTube Feisty Fest: Join us from September 18-20, 2026 - https://feisty.co/events/feisty-fest/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/ Cozy Earth: Use code: AMR to receive 20% off at https://cozyearth.com/ Momentous: Use code AMR for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/ Currex: Use code AMR15 for 15% off at https://currex.com/ Tifosi Optics: Use code FEISTY2026 for 20% off at https://tifosioptics.com/

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A family of two podcasts to get (+ keep) you running without losing your family, friends, job, or sanity! More than 1,000 (!) back episodes to enjoy. Every Friday on the original show (launched in 2011), host Sarah Bowen Shea, a mom of three and veteran of 14 marathons, is joined by a rotating cast of co-hosts and often a guest expert to discuss topics ranging from how to reach a big race goal to finding your athletic happy place, and everything in between. Training, nutrition, motivation, mental toughness, TMI issues: This ~hour-long show covers it all (and then some!).  Every Tuesday, Miles of Books drops, alternating Ellison Weist chatting fiction one week with Sarah Bowen Shea and non-fiction with Coach Liz Waterstraat and Sarah the next. In about 30 minutes, the hosts entice and entertain you with plot descriptions and pearls of training (and life!) advice to guide you to your next great reads. Both shows are witty and conversational, making them great running partners because the AMR gals do all the talking—even on the uphills!

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  • Creator
    Feisty Media
  • Years Active
    2011 - 2026
  • Episodes
    1.1k
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Feisty Media
  • Show Website
    Another Mother Runner

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