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Another Mother RunnerMiles of Books: Four Thrillers + Two Mysteries (= One Great Episode!)Readers looking to get their pulses racing will enjoy this thriller-focused episode. With host Sarah Bowen Shea, Ellison Weist details these four novels:The Doorman: Chris PavoneThe Savage, Noble Death of Babs Dionne: Ron CurrieSo Far Gone: Jess WalterProof: Jon Cowan
Ellison also enjoyed these two mysteries: A Murder for Miss Hortense: Mel PennantGreat Black Hope: Rob Franklin
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Another Mother RunnerMiles of Books: A Mystery, a Multi-Generational Gem, a Quirky Road Trip, + MoreReaders (and runners) looking for engaging novels: This is the episode for you. With host Sarah Bowen Shea, Ellison Weist delves into these four books: Marble Hall Murders: Anthony HorowitzZeal: Morgan JerkinsWild Dark Shore: Charlotte McConaghyRun for the Hills: Kevin Wilson
Other books Ellison couldn’t resist recommending:The Ladies Road Guide to Utter Ruin: Alison GoodmanHeart, Be at Peace: Donal RyanThe Names: Florence Knapp
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Another Mother RunnerMiles of Books: Debut Fiction Episode!Fiction lovers will delight in this first novel-filled episode of our new biweekly podcast. In a lively conversation, Ellison Weist talks up these four books with host Sarah Bowen Shea: The Fisherman’s Gift: Julia R. KellyTilt: Emma PatteeMurder at Gulls Nest: Jess KiddI See You’ve Called in Dead: John Kenney
Other books Ellison is looking forward to reading:33 Place Brugmann: Alice AustenA Gentleman’s Gentleman: T J Alexander
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Another Mother RunnerMany Happy Miles: The Unforgiving HoursIf you ever wondered what drives someone to run 100 miles, swim across the English Channel, or dive into near-freezing water—all in the name of pushing limits—this episode is for you. We’re joined by Shannon Hogan, author of The Unforgiving Hours, a new book celebrating the grit and grace of "ordinary" endurance athletes. In the episode, Shannon shares...
Her own “unforgiving” athletic feats;
How the subjects in her book prove that mental toughness can often trump physical ability;
Lessons from endurance sports that apply to everyday life…and more.
Note: This is our final Miles of Books segm...2025-04-0834 min
Another Mother Runner2024 Year-end Co-Host Conversations, Part 1This is the ideal episode for anyone in need of athletic inspiration, empathy, and laughter: It’s a conversation with three co-hosts—Tish Hamilton, Amanda Loudin, and Ellison Weist. The gals recount 2024 highlights, including a marathon, numerous mountains summited, and a new fitness endeavor. And Ellison can always be counted on for book suggestions, including one about human longevity and another about the long life of a house. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! For a coveted entry as part of a dream race-cat...2024-12-2057 min
Another Mother Runner2024 Winter ReadingAvid readers, as well as casual ones, will enjoy this annual episode, in which the hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist chat about a 14 newly released books they’ve read and (mostly) recommend. The literary talk starts around 4:13, after Ellison shares about her recent move. Here are the 14 books the hosts discuss:Blue Sisters: Coco MellorsThe Most: Jessica AnthonyHere One Moment: Liane MoriartyDeath at the Sign of the Rook: Kate AtkinsonColored Television: Danzy SennaTell Me Everything: Elizabeth Strout...2024-11-221h 05
Another Mother RunnerSummer Reading Recommendations 2024Avid and casual readers alike will enjoy listening to this annual episode (12th year running!), in which hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist serve up 14 book suggestions. Before switching to the literary conversation around 08:55, Sarah shares why her son’s life is a bit like Tom Lake these days. Sarah shares why her son’s life is a bit like Tom Lake these days. Need more book-talk? Miles of Books is at the end of the episode, and Coach Liz recommends two books about finding balance in a busy life. Here are the fiction and non-fiction...2024-06-281h 14
Another Mother RunnerWinter Reading RecommendationsSarah and Ellison “Book Bully” Weist get cozy and delve into a discussion of their favorite new—and upcoming—books. The books they recommend and are looking forward to, plus one suggested by producer Alex Ward are:Boom Town: the Fantastical Saga of Oklahoma City by Sam AndersonThe Dutch House by Ann PatchettNothing to See Here by Kevin WilsonSuch a Fun Age by Kiley ReidExhalation: Stories by Ted ChiangOlive, Again by Elizabeth StroutNo Visible Bruises: What We Don’t Know about Domes...2020-01-1053 minAnother Mother Runner#373: The 7th Annual Summer Reading PodcastSarah and co-host Ellison “Book Bully” Weist converge once again to suggest summer reading options. Here are the books the duo discusses:The Great Believers by Rebecca MakkaiKitchens of the Great Midwest by J. Ryan StradalThe Sentence Is Death by Anthony HorowitzThe Farm by Joanne RamosCall Your Daughter Home by Deb SperaPlain’s Song by Wright MorrisThe Editor by Steven RowleyCourting Mr. Lincoln by Louis BayardOnce More We Saw Stars by Jayson GreeneF...2019-07-2659 min
Lauscherlounge | Alle PodcastsHG | 035 - Jens WawrczeckChampagner (pinkfarben), mutig werden und ein kleiner Vogel
// Champagner (pinkfarben), mutig werden und ein kleiner Vogel //
In unserer fünfunddreißigsten Episode spricht Josef mit Jens Wawrczeck. Jens ist Schauspieler, Hörbuchinterpret, Sänger, Synchron- und natürlich Hörspielsprecher. Daher werden ihn auch die meisten kennen. Oder weißt du nicht, wer er ist? Dann lassen wir dich mal mit deinen Fragezeichen zurück.
Jens wurde in Dänemark geboren, aber um zu wissen, woher sein Nachname kommt, musste er nach Prag gehen. Generell ist Jens viel unterwegs. Mal in Hamburg, mal in Paris oder auch in New York, wo er auc...2019-04-221h 44
HörGestaltenHG | 035 - Jens WawrczeckChampagner (pinkfarben), mutig werden und ein kleiner Vogel
// Champagner (pinkfarben), mutig werden und ein kleiner Vogel //
In unserer fünfunddreißigsten Episode spricht Josef mit Jens Wawrczeck. Jens ist Schauspieler, Hörbuchinterpret, Sänger, Synchron- und natürlich Hörspielsprecher. Daher werden ihn auch die meisten kennen. Oder weißt du nicht, wer er ist? Dann lassen wir dich mal mit deinen Fragezeichen zurück.
Jens wurde in Dänemark geboren, aber um zu wissen, woher sein Nachname kommt, musste er nach Prag gehen. Generell ist Jens viel unterwegs. Mal in Hamburg, mal in Paris oder auch in New York, wo er auc...2019-04-221h 44Another Mother Runner#336: How Our Parents Influenced Us as RunnersSarah Bowen Shea is joined by dear Ellison Weist to discuss how parents (in their cases, their respective fathers) started them down their path to becoming dedicated runners. Laugh along at the “jogging” attire Ellison remembers her father sporting—and why it got him pulled over by the police while out on an early morning jaunt! SBS talks about how her father’s devotion to two water-related sports—swimming and rowing—launched her on her running journey.Then, one after another, three mother runners hop on to tell their stories. First is Carla Burke, a mom of two preschoolers who’s traini...2018-11-021h 18Another Mother Runner#326: 2017 NYC Marathon Winner + Run Fast. Cook Fast. Eat Slow. Co-author Shalane FlanaganSarah and co-host Ellison Weist are beyond thrilled to have a sit-down with 2017 NYC Marathon Winner Shalane Flanagan at her Portland home (!!!). SBS dives right in, asking Shalane about her current pursuit to become a mother. The trio talks about Shalane’s multiple 26.2-mile races through the five boroughs, with Shalane talking about her “chemistry” with New York City. (We agree!!) Sarah steers the conversation into the weeds a bit, prompting Shalane to recount the final few miles of her winning NYC Marathon effort. The conversation shifts from running to cooking thanks to the recent release of Run Fast. Cook F...2018-08-2456 min
The Book Bully#11: I Hate Reading RutsThe BookBully is in the midst of a horrible reading slump. In this mini-episode she talks about how she combats periods like this, the ones that every avid reader dreads.2018-04-2400 minThe Book Bully#10: The BookBully Goes to the DogsWith a new puppy in the house, The BookBully chats about books featuring dogs. From a childhood favorite to a BFF memoir, there's something for every reader.2018-04-1000 minThe Book Bully#9: A Millennial Reader: An Interview with Podcast Maker Alex WardThe (Boomer) BookBully chats with Alex Ward about his reading habits and those of his fellow Millennials. Just what the heck is a "Borgel" and are podcasts the new paperbacks?2018-03-2700 minThe Book Bully#8: 2018 So FarThe BookBully chats about the books she's read in 2018. And mentions a couple of books that landed in the DNF - Did Not Finish - column.2018-03-1300 minThe Book Bully#7: Restoring My Faith in MysteriesThe BookBully reminisces about several of her favorite mystery novels and laments about popular ones that left her cold. Fortunately, there are several new entrees that have renewed her faith in this popular genre.2018-02-2700 minThe Book Bully#6: An Interview with Adrienne Martini, Sci-Fi WhispererCan this mild-mannered woman convert The BookBully into a Science Fiction/Fantasy Lover? Listen to Ellison's interview with Adrienne Martini, who loves all things about a genre The BookBully isn't crazy about.2018-02-1300 minThe Book Bully#5: Non-Fiction FavoritesThe BookBully chats about her five favorite non-fiction books from 2017. And a great novel she just finished and highly recommends.2018-01-3000 minThe Book Bully4: Top Fiction Reads of 2017Ellison dives into her favorite fiction books for 2017 and chats about two new books. And, hallelujah her website is up and running!2018-01-1700 minThe Book Bully3: Six Books That Tickled My Funny BoneThe BookBully presents her top six laugh-out-loud books, complete with quotes to make you chuckle. With winter upon us, who doesn't look forward to losing themselves to a hilarious read? Books Mentioned in Episode 3: High Fidelity by Nick Hornby Welding with Children by Tim Gautreaux Eligible by Curtis Sittenfeld Talk to the Hand: The Utter Bloody Rudeness of the World Today, or Six Good Reasons to Stay Home and Bolt the Door by Lynne Truss The Uncommon Reader by Alan Bennett Treasure Island!!! by Sara Levine Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson 2018-01-0200 minThe Book Bully2: The BookBully Blabs New BooksThe BookBully goes a bit crazy talking about new books she's read or is looking forward to reading. Let's just say her eyes are bigger than her reading capacity! BOOK LIST FOR THIS EPISODE: My Absolute Darling by Gabriel Tallent The Twelve Lives of Samuel Hawley by Hannah Tinti Brewster by Mark Slouka The Secret History by Donna Tartt The World of Tomorrow by Brendan Mathews (yes, only one "t") The Law of Dreams by Peter Behrens Saints for All Occasions by J. Courtney Sullivan Stay With Me by Ayobami Adebayo Commonwealth by Ann Patchet...2017-12-1900 min
Another Mother Runner#289: Inaugural Winter Reading PodcastSarah and co-host Ellison Weist (a.k.a. The BookBully) gab about books, Netflix offerings, animated movies, and other pop culture goodies as they make the AMR reading-related a bi-annual happening. The good friends play catch-up in the beginning, with Ellison telling the tale of her return to racing—a 5K she nabbed 1st-place in her age group—plus the launch of her eponymous podcast, The BookBully. Learn who Auggie is (other than the hero of the YA novel Wonder). Buckle your seatbelt (tighten your sports bra?!) when they duo embarks on their discussion of books, as the conversation has...2017-12-081h 17The Book Bully1: Sarah Bowen SheaIn our pilot episode of The Book Bully, Ellison sits down with long-time friend, writer, runner, and podcaster Sarah Bowen Shea of Another Mother Runner to discuss childhood reading memories, reading habits, and book clubs. 2017-12-0500 min
Another Mother RunnerIntroducing The Book Bully!Introducing a new podcast from our very own Ellison Weist a.k.a. The Book Bully! You might know her from a tiny ol’ podcast about running, like this episode with Alysia Montano. Now you won’t have to wait for our annual summer reading podcast. The Book Bully is now available for your listening pleasure as you wrap gifts, run long, or foam roll.
This new bi-weekly podcast will cover books, books, and more books! Join Ellison as she raves and rants about all things reading. It kicks off with a chat with Sarah Bowen Shea, who you might...2017-12-0541 minThe Book BullyPrologue to the Book BullyIntroducing The Book Bully - a new podcast about books from Ellison Weist. 2017-12-0100 min
Another Mother Runner#281: A Conversation with Pregnant Pro Runner Alysia MontañoSarah and Ellison Weist delight in chatting with professional runner Alysia Montaño, a 2012 Olympian and 7-time (!!!) U.S. Champion in the 800-meters. Due with baby #2 next month, Alysia talks about busting the long-standing myths of staying active during pregnancy. Alysia shares how she is navigating her “shifting” body—and how she schooled her regular UPS driver in the power of a pregnant woman. She tells why she wears a flower in her hair when she runs—as well as how she gained her childhood nickname of Icebox! Find out what “drain the dragons” means in this pro mother runner’s life...2017-10-131h 24
Another Mother Runner#270: 2017 Edition of AMR Annual Summer Reading Podcast!!Sarah and Ellison Weist convene for the fourth annual summer reading podcast to discuss their favorite new books—plus a few fabulous classics. They start with fiction, and the duo soon realizes how many of the novels have a British bent to them. Fittingly, Ellison makes excellent use of the adjective “twee” with regards to a ballyhooed book she recommends steering clear of. Sarah voices her Jetsonian desire about a new way to experience books. Sprinkled amidst the literary conversation are mentions of film and TV adaptations of stories—and numerous “hot vicar” allusions! The BAMRs recommend a few non-fiction...2017-07-211h 07
Another Mother Runner#267: NYT Columnist Gretchen Reynolds Demystifies Recent Exercise ResearchSarah and co-host Ellison Weist delightedly dive into a conversation with respected reporter Gretchen Reynolds. In her New York Times column, mother runner/mountain biker Gretchen reports on new and interesting science to help our bodies function better. The trio starts by talking about dealing with hot weather while running, with Gretchen explaining why a hot bath might be a wise tool before she answers the age-old question of slushie v. frozen underwear. Gretchen shares welcome findings about the performance boost of caffeine as well as good news about the effect running can have on both back and knee...2017-06-301h 19
Another Mother Runner#250: Menopause and RunningSarah and Ellison Weist, both fifty-somethings, get real, discussing myriad aspects of menopause (both positive and negative) and perimenopause with Dr. Susan Reed, a noted expert in midlife women’s health. As she’s also a mother and a long-time runner/triathlete, Dr. Reed speaks with a deep empathy of mother runners and how menopausal symptoms can throw us off our game (or, rather, workout routine!). Recognizing inability to sleep is a major concern, she offers numerous suggestions for getting more and better quality shut-eye. She talks extensively about various hormonal therapy options to treat symptoms of The Change, incl...2017-03-031h 03
Another Mother Runner#244: How Sex Differences Affect Women's Running Performance and RecoverySarah and Ellison Weist welcome Stacy Sims, Ph.D., the respected exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist whose latest book is titled ROAR: How to Match Your Food and Fitness to Your Female Physiology for Optimum Performance, Great Health, and a Strong, Lean Body for Life. Short version: Stacy talks about why mother runners need to stop eating and training like men. This former ultrarunner/triathlete/rower talks about why “one size fits all” is no way to guide weight management. She delves into how to balance losing weight with being properly fueled for a workout—and adequately refueled post-run. (Hint...2017-01-201h 02
Another Mother Runner#236: Holiday Survival Strategies from a Holistic NutritionistHoliday nutrition advice: Sarah and co-host Ellison Weist tuck into a conversation with Ellie Kempton, a Denver-based holistic nutritionist and the official nutritionist of the Train Like a Mother Club. A big believer in “simple advice and cues,” Ellie shares five strategies for surviving the holiday season, including a few that might surprise you. She laughs at how she taught herself to become a slow eater (it’s a method that we suspect might work for many mother runners!). Find out what Ellie refers to as “bubble wrap” as you head to a party, and get advice on how to fill an...2016-11-1858 min
Another Mother Runner#227: Run Fast. Eat Slow: A Chat with Cookbook Co-Author Elyse KopeckySarah and co-host Ellison Weist chew the (healthy) fat with Elyse Kopecky, co-author of the just-released cookbook entitled RUN FAST. EAT SLOW. Nourishing Recipes for Athletes. (Alas, Elyse’s co-author, three-time Olympian Shalane Flanagan, was unable to be on program.) Learn how the seed for the book was first planted at a home-cooked meal at Shalane’s house. Elyse talks about the importance of listening to your body when making food choices, then explains how the underlying premise of all the recipes in the book is “indulgent nourishment.” Hear the definition of “hangry” and how runners can combat this all-consumin...2016-09-1646 min
Another Mother Runner#222: 2016 Summer Reading PodcastSarah and Ellison Weist reunite to co-host what has now become an annual tradition: the Summer Reading podcast. And this episode is bursting with even more recommendations than in years past! After talking about whooping cough (!) and “free-range running,” the duo dives into book recommendations, starting with new fiction, then moving to just-debuted non-fiction, and finishing up with books from several years ago that they just can’t “let go” of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2016-08-0550 min
Another Mother Runner#209: Mother-Daughter Running Duo to Celebrate Mother’s DayIn honor of Mother’s Day, Sarah and co-host Ellison Weist talk with writer Jen Miller and Jen’s 61-year-old mother, Mary Miller, who just ran her first half-marathon. Three days post-marathon, Jen dishes the deal on the Hanson Method of training, which propelled her to a 37-second PR despite a host of maladies. Mom Mary admits she hurt worse during training than in her 13.1-mile race, and she talks about her reasons for having a coach for the last four years. Find out how Jen got paid $750 to fun her first 5K, and listen to the gals compare note...2016-05-0653 min
Another Mother Runner#207: Go, Go, ElliptiGO: Runners Who Use an ElliptiGOSarah and co-host Ellison Weist talk to two mother runners who mix things up by training on an ElliptiGO, the bike/elliptical hybrid popularized by Olympic marathon Meb Keflezighi. First up is Sarah Brown, a top American middle-distance runner who is gunning for this summer’s Olypmic Trials in 1500 meters—and who just gave birth to her first baby in early March. This Sarah talks about how she continued a high level of training thanks to the an ElliptiGO, allowing her to “add volume without impact.” Proof pro athletes are just like us, Sarah B. overshares about burp clothes in her l...2016-04-2255 min
Another Mother Runner#203: First Ladies of Running with Amby BurfootSarah and co-host Ellison Weist are delighted to be joined by long-time Runner’s World editor and author Amby Burfoot to talk about his new book, First Ladies of Running, which profiles 22 groundbreaking women runners. First Amby shares his running story, including remembrances of winning the 1968 Boston Marathon at the age of 21 (!!). Amby and Ellison bond over having androgynous names, then he muses on why Kathrine Switzer is mistakenly thought to be the first woman to complete the Boston Marathon. He talks about the risk for new runners to do too much, too soon, offering the reminder, “big progress in r...2016-03-2554 min
Another Mother Runner#196: “Regular” Mother Runners Doing Olympic Marathon Trials, Pt. 1Sarah and Ellison Weist co-host this first of two extra-special podcasts building excitement and anticipation for the Olympic Marathon Trials, which take place in Los Angeles on Saturday, February 13(and will be broadcast live on NBC starting at 1 p.m. EST). On each podcast, Sarah and her co-hort talk with three “everyday” mother runners who qualified for the Olympic Marathon Trials and will be running them: On this episode, it’s Becki Spellman, Shaluinn Fullove, and Cynthia Fowler. Although most runners can only dream about running 26.2 miles as fast as these gals do, Becki, Shaluinn, and Cynthia talk about experi...2016-02-0549 min
Another Mother Runner#172: Third Annual Summer Reading Podcast + Ultrarunner AuthorThis special-edition podcast will keep you company for many miles. First up: Solo host Sarah welcomes back her longtime running friend (and book buddy) Ellison Weist to talk about great books to read this summer (and beyond). Suggestions range from a page-turning thriller from Stephen King to a moving memoir about a too-soon-departed... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2015-08-0151 min
Another Mother Runner#115: 2nd Annual Summer Reading ShowWith Dimity hard at work on the Another Mother Runner duo’s third book, Sarah is joined by Ellison Weist, her occasional running partner and self-proclaimed, “book bully,” for the second-annual summer reading podcast. Sarah and Ellison reminisce about how books brought them together, then they move onto recommendations for big, engrossing books to soak up this […] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2014-06-2253 min