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Finish Lines and Milestones

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Running
Mental Health
Chicago Marathon
Boston Marathon
New York City Marathon
Marathon Running
Ainsley's Angels
Marathon Training
Running Community
Fitness
Sobriety
Ultra Running
Addiction Recovery
Marine Corps Marathon
Marathons
Indy Mini
Athlete Bouquets
Trail Running
Health & Fitness
Ultra Marathon Running

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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⁠Zach Burton⁠ and I have been crossing paths in the Indy running community for a while now, most recently at the ⁠Full Mo 50K⁠, where he ran for the second year in a row.

During this episode, sponsored by ⁠Goodr⁠ and ⁠Noogs⁠, we talk about:

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Whitney Heins is the founder of The Mother Runners, host of The Mother Runners podcast, and a UESCA-certified running coach based in Knoxville, Tennessee. I was recently a guest on Whitney's podcast, and I've been looking forward to having her on her... more

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JUNE CATCHING UP WITH COACH We recap my first ultramarathon — the Full Mo 50K!

The first Wednesday of every month(ish) this year I'm going to bring you a conversation between me and my running coach, Rachel Sinders, of Rachel Michelle Running.

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⁠Karen Kirkpatrick⁠ and I met originally on Instagram, but we've since met in person for this interview and for a run.

During this episode, sponsored by ⁠Goodr⁠, we talk about:

* Her Flying Pig Half Marathon recap — the hills, the soreness, the so... more

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Recent Guests

Chikage Windler
TV meteorologist based in Austin, Texas; former tornado chaser
Weather reporting and meteorology
Episode: Episode 161: Chikage Windler - Chasing Tornadoes and Marathon PRs
Steve Gilbert
Marathon runner with Parkinson's disease, advocate for Rock Steady Boxing
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Episode: Episode 160: Steve Gilbert - If You're Not Sure You Can't, You Probably Can
Jonathan Jones
Marathoner; Boston qualifier; co-owner of Main Street Running Collective
Main Street Running Collective
Episode: Episode 159: The Joneses - Never Settle
Jess Jones
Marathoner; Boston qualifier; co-owner of Main Street Running Collective
Main Street Running Collective
Episode: Episode 159: The Joneses - Never Settle
Dennis Mullen
Runner and board member of Beyond Monumental
Beyond Monumental
Episode: Episode 158: Dennis Mullen - The marathon doesn't owe you anything
Lindsay Hein
Lindsay Hein, running coach and founder of Lindsay Hein Training
Lindsay Hein Training
Episode: Special "Mini" Episode for the Indy Mini
Noa Besner
Founder of Paces & Places, run coach and global runner
Paces & Places
Episode: Episode 157: Noa Besner - Paces & Places 🌎
Mike Vollmer
Alumni Club member who has run every Indy Mini since its inception in 1977
Indy Mini, 500 Festival
Episode: Episode 156: Mike Vollmer - Every. Single. Indy. Mini.
Keegan Kok
Runner, coach, content creator
Brooks Running Collective; Shokz Ambassador
Episode: Episode 155: Keegan Kok - Get Comfy with the Uncomfy

Host

Ally Brettnacher
Host of Finish Lines and Milestones

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 86 ratings
  • Heartwarming - I can’t stop listening!

    I’ve been listening to this podcast for the last few months, and I’m hooked! I listen to quite a few podcasts, so I have to be pretty selective. I feel like I’m listening to friends talk, and it inspires me to get more involved in the running community so I can meet these lovely people! Great work, Ally!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ljkort
    United States5 months ago
  • Must listen!

    Ally does an amazing job interviewing “normal” everyday runners who have inspiring stories that you would otherwise have no idea about them! Love hearing about local runners stories as well because the Indy running community is strong!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Runner3.6.13.26
    United Statesa year ago
  • Refreshing and authentic

    Finish Lines and Milestones is a heartfelt, inspiring, and genuinely entertaining podcast that captures the spirit of running in a way that feels both personal and powerful. Each episode is full of amazing stories from athletes who not only share their passion for running but also open up about their careers, life journeys, and the moments that shaped them.

    The conversations are real and refreshingly authentic—filled with laughter, honesty, and even a few tears. There’s something incredibly mov... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BritBrit65
    United Statesa year ago
  • Inspired!

    Love hearing the stories of the runners you feature; helps to remind me that running is hard but worth overcoming the obstacles!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lkh217317
    United Statesa year ago
  • It’s never to late…

    I love hearing people’s stories! This last episode especially! Our host just keeps getting better at drawing the story out of the “runner” which in turn draws me in more and more! I’d write more but this grey haired lady is feeing inspired now so headed out to run! Thanks for the inspiration!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chiknnumget
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate authentic, heartfelt sharing and practical running insights.
Listeners say conversations feel like joining friends, with genuine hospitality from the host.
Fans love everyday runner stories and local community focus.
Guests are described as inspiring and relatable, with strong storytelling.
The host's energy and curiosity are repeatedly highlighted as key strengths.

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Talking Points

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Episode 136: Matt May - Live the Adventure
Q: What makes Ainsley's Angels different from other running groups?
Matt explains that the organization promotes inclusion without limits and aims to bring endurance opportunities to people who might not otherwise participate, emphasizing that you don't need to be fast to be part of the events.
Episode 157: Noa Besner - Paces & Places 🌎
Q: What motivated you to start Paces & Places?
I wanted to create a way for runners to explore and race in new places with a small, inclusive group, so they could focus on the experience and the community rather than feeling overwhelmed by logistics.
Episode 154: Tammy Mirante - I'll just run long
Q: What is Tammy's favorite running mantra or guiding principle during races?
Tammy emphasizes patience and accepting that you are where you are supposed to be, focusing on slow, sustainable progress and not rushing to meet a target, which is essential for endurance events like backyard ultras.
Episode 153: Sally Hed Dahlquist - 178 Marathons
Q: What is your very next race?
She's considering several options in March or April, with possibilities including Champagne, Illinois or the Indie Mini in Indiana, depending on scheduling and recovery needs from upcoming events.
Episode 153: Sally Hed Dahlquist - 178 Marathons
Q: What is your running mantra and or song?
Her song is Make It Happen by Mariah Carey, and for Tokyo she used a pace-focused mantra: run your race, keep your same pace, don't hurry, stay calm, and just make it happen.

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A show celebrating everyday runners with a focus on personal journeys, community, and practical running insights. Across episodes, conversations gravitate toward local running scenes, training challenges, race day logistics, motherhood and balance, and how endurance journeys translate to life milestones. Notable throughlines include community-building through clubs and events, mentoring and coaching perspectives, and a warm, authentic hosting style that keeps conversations relatable for amateur to semi-serious runners. A standout is how guests blend competitive racing with accessible, real-world stories—making motivation, practical tips, and human resilience central to the experience.

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3. Jonathan Jones
4. Jess Jones
5. Dennis Mullen
6. Lindsay Hein
7. Noa Besner
8. Mike Vollmer

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