In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Steph Roach —an adaptive athlete, cancer survivor, woman living with cerebral palsy, and member of the 261 Fearless team taking on the New York City Marathon this November. Steph’s story is one of grit, growth, and perseverance. We talk about her mindset, her childhood, how she defines purpose, and what it really means to show up fearlessly—on the handcycle, in her book, and in life. We also dive into: Her journey to becoming a marathoner How her l...
Jul 10, 2025•48 min•Season 5Ep. 50
In this New-York-City-sized episode of In Fearless Conversation , we take you inside the 2025 Club Director Summit in New York City, where global change-makers Kathrine Switzer and Edith Zuschmann delivered an unforgettable pep talk to 12 fearless Club Directors from around the world. Recorded live at the Summit, this episode captures the passion, wisdom, and bold energy of two pioneers who know what it takes to build community, ignite growth, and lead with purpose. Kathrine and Edith reflect on...
Jun 26, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 49
In this deeply honest episode of In Fearless Conversation , we sit down with Kate Forbes — a passionate runner and migraine warrior — to explore what it really means to live with a chronic, invisible condition. Kate shares her journey with migraine, how it’s shaped her relationship with her body, and how running has played a big role in her life. From the silence around invisible illness to the tension between movement and rest, this conversation is a powerful reminder that resilience isn’t alwa...
Jun 12, 2025•28 min•Season 5Ep. 48
In this episode, we sit down with Louise Whitemore — a UK-based barber, Boston Marathon finisher, and fearless voice in a male-dominated industry. Louise shares her journey from behind the barber chair to center stage at Barber Connect , and across the finish line in Boston running for 261 Fearless . We talk about the power of taking baby steps toward big goals, and what it really means to step outside your comfort zone — whether that’s on stage, in your career, or with your running. ✂️ Connect ...
May 29, 2025•32 min•Season 5Ep. 47
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Lori Fox , Master Coach and Application Manager at 261 Fearless , to talk about what it truly means to lead with heart, live with courage, and come back stronger than ever. Lori shares her journey from empowering women through coaching to overcoming a life-changing stroke — and how the power of movement, community, and mindset helped her rise again. Whether you're a runner, a coach, or someone looking for a little spark to keep going, Lori’s story is p...
May 15, 2025•35 min•Season 5Ep. 46
We’re fresh off an unforgettable weekend at the Boston Marathon, and in this special episode of In Fearless Conversation , we’re thrilled to bring you a powerful panel discussion that took place right in the heart of it all. "Fearlessly Forward: Igniting Our Next Barrier-Breaking Strategies" features an incredible lineup of change-makers and leaders in sport: Kathrine Switzer – trailblazing marathoner and women’s rights advocate Edith Zuschmann – co-founder and CEO of 261 Fearless Jennifer Thoma...
May 01, 2025•58 min•Season 5Ep. 45
Just a few months ago, Billie McCaffrey was fighting to regain the strength to walk down the street. Today, she’s preparing to run the 2025 Boston Marathon as a charity runner—and her journey from startling diagnosis to comeback is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode, Billie opens up about the moment everything changed, how she faced the physical and emotional toll of her disease, and what it took to find her way back to running. We talk about the power of purpose, the role of commun...
Apr 17, 2025•30 min•Season 5Ep. 44
Have you ever thought, “I’m not a runner” ? Maybe marathons feel intimidating, or you don’t think you’re fast or fit enough. Well, today’s episode is here to change that mindset. We're diving into Every Woman’s Marathon , a groundbreaking race designed to empower, include, and celebrate women of all backgrounds, paces, and experience levels. Whether you've never run a marathon or have run 50 - this race is for you . In this episode, we’ll explore: ✅ What MilkPEP is and how they’re supporting thi...
Apr 03, 2025•25 min•Season 5Ep. 43
Inclusion isn’t just a goal—it’s a necessity. This week we’re talking with the incredible Amy Wood, Manager of Accessible Events at Salesforce, about what it really takes to build inclusive and accessible communities . As a Deaf advocate, athlete, and accessibility expert , Amy is breaking down barriers and proving that when we design spaces for everyone, we empower everyone . 🙌💪 We dive into: 🔹 The power of accessibility in education & events 🔹 How organizations (including 261 Fearless!...
Mar 13, 2025•34 min•Season 5Ep. 42
In this episode, we sit down with the incredible Ameerah Omar —a Certified Self-Development & Mindset Coach, marathoner, and community leader based in Brooklyn, NY. Ameerah’s all about helping people step into their full potential —whether it’s through mindfulness, running, or simply taking ownership of how they show up in the world. Since it’s Black History Month , we’re also diving into the power and importance of representation and the trailblazing Black women who inspire her. Connect wit...
Feb 27, 2025•27 min•Season 5Ep. 41
🎧 In this episode of In Fearless Conversation , we’re talking about the importance of fun —why it’s not just a nice-to-have bonus but a game-changer for motivation, running, and life! I've invited two of the most fun, generous, and supportive women I know —Sarah Rozelle and Ellen Frazier - two of our Boston Marathon charity team alumni, A.K.A the 261 Fearless Fun Patrol ! Today, they’re sharing their take on why fun is essential and how we can all bring more of it into our daily lives. ✨ Fun Ch...
Feb 13, 2025•33 min•Season 5Ep. 40
🎙️ Podcast Episode Notes In the first episode of our newly revamped podcast, we’re joined by the incredible Dr. Juliet McGrattan, award winning author and speaker, a former GP, and passionate advocate for the transformative power of running for women. Together, we explore why education plays such a vital role in 261 Fearless and how combining movement with learning empowers communities to thrive. Dr. McGrattan shares her unique insights into the ways education can elevate not just physical heal...
Jan 30, 2025•26 min•Season 5Ep. 39
Listen to Vino, 261 Coach in the UK, speaking about having a supportive community helped her to start her own business. Follow 261 Fearless: Facebook: https://facebook.com/261FearlessKVSwitzer/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/261fearless/ 261Fearless LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/261-fearless-inc/ Follow 261 Fearless: Facebook: https://facebook.com/261FearlessKVSwitzer/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/261fearless/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/261Fearless LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com...
Mar 15, 2024•37 min•Season 3Ep. 33
Listen to Anna speak about her journey as a 261 Coach and Master Coach in New Zealand! Follow 261 Fearless: Facebook: https://facebook.com/261FearlessKVSwitzer/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/261fearless/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/261Fearless LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/261-fearless-inc/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infearlessconversation/donations
Mar 11, 2024•23 min•Season 3Ep. 32
Follow 261 Fearless: Facebook: https://facebook.com/261FearlessKVSwitzer/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/261fearless/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/261Fearless LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/261-fearless-inc/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infearlessconversation/donations
Sep 28, 2023•41 min•Season 3Ep. 31
In this Empowerment Talk we explore the theme of ‘running to make a difference’. We have a panel of guests, all from our 261 Fearless Boston Marathon Charity team. Our host today is Kim Chaffee, the 261 Fearless Charity Teams Manager. We join her and the panel just prior to the Boston Marathon, and stay tuned to the end for an update on how they all got on! __ Follow 261 Fearless: Facebook: https://facebook.com/261FearlessKVSwitzer/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/261fearless/ Twitter: https://...
May 10, 2023•30 min•Season 3Ep. 30
with Sophie Power, Ultra Runner Knowledge and information are the keys to Empowerment. 261 Fearless Inc. aims to provide these important tools to all women worldwide via the 261 Fearless Empowerment Talks. In this episode Dr Juliet McGrattan interviews Sophie Power about gender equality in running events. __ Follow 261 Fearless: Facebook: https://facebook.com/261FearlessKVSwitzer/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/261fearless/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/261Fearless LinkedIn: https://linkedin.co...
Mar 17, 2023•34 min•Season 3Ep. 29
How would you feel if you were given an amazing work challenge on the other side of the world and then realised it co-incided with the arrival of your new baby? Would you accept? Would you decline? In this Empowerment Talk we chat to Caroline de Moraes who found herself in this exact situation. She explains the challenges, pressures and expectations of working as a freelance, pregnant sports reporter and then taking a new-born to Qatar for the Men’s Football World Cup. Join us for this interesti...
Feb 22, 2023•43 min•Season 3Ep. 28
In this Empowerment Talk we meet Esther Newman , the Editor of Women's Running Magazine UK . We were curious to hear her views on the role the media has to help women to start and continue running. To find out whether communication has changed over the years and get her tips and advice for our own conversations with women. Listen to this thought provoking episode and find out how you can make a difference. Follow 261 Fearless: Facebook: https://facebook.com/261FearlessKVSwitzer/ Instagram: https...
Nov 28, 2022•39 min•Season 3Ep. 27
How would you like your world to be? What is “Social Impact”? These are two of many questions we posed to Alia McCants , Director of Social Impact at Peloton . Alia shares how her deeply held values have served her in her career working on projects which aim to achieve social justice an equity. She talks about how the joy of running and moving translates into other areas of life. Listen to the new episode of the 261 Empowerment Talk with an inspiring woman! Follow 261 Fearless: Facebook: https:/...
Oct 20, 2022•28 min•Season 3Ep. 26
At 261 Fearless we know that running has an incredible ability to unite and empower women. It can break down many barriers including cultural ones. In this Empowerment Talk we chat to Michal Golden, the founder and Club Director of 261 Club Israel . She established the club with a mission to bring Arabic and Jewish communities together. With an honours Masters degree in Women’s studies and recognition as a visionary social leader, she is well equipped but also aware of how difficult this challen...
Sep 27, 2022•30 min•Season 3Ep. 25
In this Empowerment Talk Sue Anstiss speaks about the power of women's networks. Learn why it is especially important for women to connect and support each other and how to build up a strong network yourself. Sue Anstiss has worked in the world of women’s sport for over 30 years, running an award-winning sports and fitness PR agency. In 2020 she founded Fearless Women , a company with a powerful ambition to drive positive change for women’s sport, and she also co-founded the Women’s Sport Collec...
Jan 26, 2021•31 min•Season 2Ep. 24
How to move from FEAR to FEARLESSNESS? Listen into our latest 261 Fearless project: the 261 Fearless Forward wom-inar series. Through a series of six webinars, proven techniques from experts and inspirational stories from the global 261 Fearless community will demonstrate how women have overcome adversity, transformed their lives and their health and found fearlessness through community, education and physical activity. Listeners will be advised, activated and empowered to break their bonds of f...
Nov 27, 2020•14 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Fearless Deb tells us about 5 things she's loving right now. Listen and find yourself some new things to love! 1. Dry brush set - https://amzn.to/307HrzU 2. Sports hoop - https://www.sports-hoop.com/menu/3-lb-sports-hoop/product/trim-hoop-3b-dvd 3. Jigsaw puzzles - https://www.ravensburger.us/products/jigsaw-puzzles/adult-puzzles/sistine-chapel-17429/index.html 4. Sheila Fleet Jewelry - https://sheilafleet.com 5. Hiking Medallions - https://shop.americasnationalparks.org/store/category/24/261/Hi...
Sep 25, 2020•11 min•Season 2Ep. 23
We talk with Jay All Alexander, the CEO of Black Girls Run why and what makes women's running so colorful. She also tells her story and gives insights into her organization. Jay Ell Alexander is a public relations practitioner with a genuine commitment to giving back to the local community through her passion for communications, health and fitness. She has served as the National Manager and Public Relations Director of Black Girls RUN! since 2012. In April 2018, she became the owner and CEO of t...
Aug 20, 2020•34 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Juliet tells us about 5 things she's loving right now. Listen and find yourself some new things to love! 1. Cretan Olive Oil - https://www.thehellenicdeli.com 2. Deep Work - Cal Newport - https://amzn.to/3fBEIEl 3. Kate Percy's Go Bites - https://www.go-bites.com 4. Kraft wrapping paper - https://amzn.to/32ph3mZ 5. Carys Rhian Jewellery - https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/CarysRhianJewellery?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=762301851 Follow 261 Fearless: Facebook: https://facebook.com/261Fe...
Jul 19, 2020•12 min•Season 2Ep. 21
In our 261 Empowerment Talk Series Stacey Copeland shares her experiences and her ideas who closing the equality gap in sports with us. She is a professional boxer and the current Commonwealth Champion, she became the first British woman ever to win the title when she fought in Zimbabwe in 2018. A former England footballer, Stacey also played in Sweden and completed an athletic scholarship in America. Stacey gives motivational talks for schools and businesses and has talked in European Parliamen...
Jul 13, 2020•55 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Christina tells us about 5 things she's loving right now. Listen and find yourself some new things to love! 1. Julieta - Pedro Almodóvar https://amzn.to/3dDt2za 2. Wilde Maus - Josef Hader https://www.amazon.de/Wilde-Maus-Josef-Hader/dp/B074PH9SL3/ref=sr_1_1?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&dchild=1&keywords=josef+hader+wilde+maus&qid=1587043948&s=kitchen&sr=8-1 3. Purple Hibiscus - Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie https://amzn.to/2AaiCtm 4. Crónica de una muerte anunciada ...
Jun 26, 2020•13 min
Cultural barriers are a huge hurdle for women to be overcome when they start running. Nabila Sam and Tasha Jacky, two Adidas Runners from Kuala Lumpur, talk about this topic exclusively in our 261 Empowerment Talks. Follow 261 Fearless: Facebook: https://facebook.com/261FearlessKVSwitzer/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/261fearless/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/261Fearless LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/261-fearless-inc/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infearlessconversa...
May 29, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Heidi tells about 5 things she's loving right now. Listen and find yourself some new things to love! 1. iRobot Vacuum https://amzn.to/2A9NCt4 2. Massage Gun https://amzn.to/3d8v6js 3. Ab Wheel https://amzn.to/2X5sfC3 4. Foam Roller https://amzn.to/2XaSBmx 5. A good book https://amzn.to/3d9q462 Follow 261 Fearless: Facebook: https://facebook.com/261FearlessKVSwitzer/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/261fearless/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/261Fearless LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/261-f...
May 29, 2020•10 min•Season 2Ep. 19
