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The Art of Type 2 Fun: An adventure podcastEpisode 9: The Art of Sticking to it with Michelle Schroff aka Waddell Running Lady This week, for Episode 9, Karey sits down with Michelle Schroff, aka Waddell Running Lady, to talk about redefining stereotypes, finding joy in the unexpected, and balancing life while pushing yourself. Michelle Schroff is a plus-sized endurance runner who is active in her pursuits to share her stoke with others. They talk about ups and downs of self-love, trying to fit into a mold, and pushing beyond expectations of yourself and others. ***Please note that there is reference to sensitive material regarding weight, yo-yo dieting, eating habits, etc, so please take care when listening to this episode. ***
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Fun of the RunEpisode 45: Running for 6 Days Straight/All About ATY Running FestivalHave you heard of Across the Years? Chances are you have if you’re an Arizona trail runner! Even if you’re not local, chances are you’ve heard of this fixed time event put on by Aravaipa Running. Spanning 6 days, you can choose to do 100 miles, 200 miles, a marathon, the 72 hour event, last man standing…and so much more! Listen as I share my perspective after seeing it close up for the first time… both as a participant and as a volunteer. There’s truly something for everyone. Enjoy this week’s episode & let me know what you think. Email me at fu...
2024-01-0350 minFun of the RunEpisode 44: My People/ Interview with The Running University’s Lisa PozzoniWelcome to the final episode of 2023! Listen as I interview @trucoachlisa Lisa Pozzoni of The Running University. Lisa & I dive into what it means to become part of her amazing community of women called the TRUTribe. We talk chi walking, chi running, tips for beginner runners, how to start trail running, all about group coaching, Lisa’s 100th @aravaiparunning race…and so much more! As always, thank you so much for listening! And thank you for making 2023 an absolutely amazing year for Fun of the Run podcast. I’m truly humbled by your support. Let me know what you think of thi...
2023-12-271h 01Fun of the RunEpisode 43: Desert Solstice & A Tamale BattleWelcome to this week’s episode where I tell you what it was like to volunteer at an elite level track invitational while the Fiesta Bowl Parade was going by! Those runners can fly, let me tell you! I was a little bit out of my element because I’m slow…but it was eye opening & so fun meeting new friends & earning race credits. The tamale battle is taking place on Christmas Eve…when my red chile pork tamales will face off with my son-in-law’s mom’s authentic treats. Thanks for listening!! Reach out at funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or DM me on Ins...
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Voice of a Lion030. SHERYL SAAVEDRA. Coming out of the valley bringing others to the mountain top with her.030. SHERYL SAAVEDRA. Coming out of the valley of a pain filled past, raising to a well known community leader and top performing attorney.
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2023-12-1534 minFun of the RunEpisode 42: Forward is a Pace…So Quit ApologizingWhen did I realize I was a “slow” runner? When I first started running in 2018, I didn’t even know pace was a thing. I just wanted to be able to cross the finish line of my first 5k! You’ve heard it a gazillion times, but your pace honestly is the least interesting thing about you as a person. Enjoy this week’s episode! Reach out at funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or DM me @waddellrunninglady on Instagram and let me know what you think of this week’s show! As always, thanks for listening!
2023-12-1351 minVoice of a Lion029. STEVE McKEE. Where business is won and lost. True wisdom to help you and your company.STEVE McKEE. Where business is won and lost. True wisdom to help you and your company become all you were designed to be. Jewels and gold nuggets from Steve’s new book TURNS: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Steve-McKee/author/B001OJR86K
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2023-12-0534 minFun of the RunEpisode 41: Just Because You Can Doesn’t Mean You ShouldYes, I said it. And yes, I’m talking (mostly) about new-ish runners in this episode. If your bestie jumped off a bridge, would you do it, too?? Exactly!! You wouldn’t. Just because “everyone” is running a marathon or an ultra or a 100 miler or running shirtless or picking their nose or whatever…doesn’t mean you have to do it, too. This is YOUR story to write… not someone else’s. I hope you enjoy…and THANK YOU for listening! Please, please send feedback to funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram @waddellrunninglady. I read every message! Check out @desert...
2023-12-0550 minFun of the RunEpisode 40: “Good for you, Mama!”It’s been 2 weeks since the last episode of Fun of the Run…and I have so much to talk about! Since running Pass Mountain 50k, I’ve had 2 recent Instagram reels reach over 2 million views! Sounds great, right? Not so fast; with the good comes the ugly sometimes. I’m going to dive into some of the comments I received from a few meanie heads as well as some potentially patronizing ones that just drove me a little batty. Hope you enjoy. Please let me know what you think of this episode by messaging me @waddellrunninglady on Instagram or email me...
2023-11-2843 minFun of the RunEpisode 39: The Never Ending Climb/Pass Mountain 50k RecapIt’s so amazing to finally say I ran Pass Mountain…and finished the thing!! It seems like all of 2023 has been leading up to this race. It was incredibly hard, but it was made so much better by having my IG friend Chris Morrison ( @chrismorrison_runs) along to pace me through the entire thing! It took me all day, but tears were had, finish lines were crossed and dreams were sufficiently chased…and fulfilled. Enjoy this disjointed recap:) And please let me know what you think! DM me on IG @waddellrunninglady or email me at funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you fo...
2023-11-1455 minFun of the RunEpisode 38: “We Got the Runs”/Ragnar Trail AZ 2023 Race RecapHave you ever wondered what it feels like to be a Ragnarian? That’s such a funny name. This past weekend I was part of an 8 person relay team and we ran a total of 120 miles in 30 hours! Always one runner out on the course. This episode involves porta poopies, surf & turf…and wet socks. Hope you enjoy!! As always, let me know what you think of this episode by emailing funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram @waddellrunninglady. Thank you for listening!!
2023-11-0748 minVoice of a Lion028. TOYA KAPLAN with “FOR the ONE” working against human trafficking, and child exploitation.Toya Kaplan founder of “For the One” and “Vulnerable No More” helps us walk through the difficult topics of child exploitation and human trafficking, providing resources that helps us talk to our family and friends. Visit https://www.fortheone.one. www.vulnerablenomore.org
2023-11-0442 minFun of the RunEpisode 37: Four Cyclists and a Stubborn LadyThis week’s episode is real talk about my longest long run EVER…and how it took me longer to run 20 miles than most people spend at work on a daily basis! I had help from Brittany @sunrisetrailscoaching in planning a great route and my coach @kyliekrun_az was supportive and knowledgeable, as always. I also mention @trucoachlisa and Dawn @wyld_knowledge at the end of this show. So many amazing people are in my corner as I gear up for Ultra #2!! Thank you for listening! Please send feedback or questions to funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or DM me @waddellrunninglady on Inst...
2023-10-3149 minFun of the RunEpisode 36: All About the Long Run/ That Time I Needed a Ride HomeWelcome to this week’s episode! As I get ready for my first ever 20 mile training run, I thought it’d be fun to talk about all the ways I psyche myself up for those extra long solo adventures! I also discuss @runstrongrun ‘s recent reel on Instagram where she responds to a troll who tells her that a 6 hour marathon requires zero training…wait til you hear how she responds. It’s good. As always, thank you so much for listening. I value your feedback. Please reach out at funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or DM me @waddellrunninglady on Instagram. Check out @runst...
2023-10-2441 minFun of the RunEpisode 35: We Aren’t Going Away/ Interview with Jo Beth HokeWhat a pleasure to interview @yes.she_runs! Jo Beth has been running for many years and is getting ready to tackle her first ever ultramarathon on November 18!! Listen as she talks about being told she was “okay for a big girl” then told she was at the wrong start line based on appearance only. Then, hear how she was inspired by helping to coach a local girls cross country team. We also talk about how back of the back runners are here to stay…and races need to step up! Jo Beth is the sweetest and I hope you enjoy...
2023-10-1748 minFun of the RunEpisode 34: “The Race is Now Over…Move to the Sidewalk”Hearing that the race was over was such a disheartening moment during my 2022 Chicago Marathon experience. Those runners who are truly at the back of the pack face challenges faster runners may not ever even consider. It takes a special kind of determination to keep going when you’re told to move to the sidewalk and when mileage markers, aid stations and most of the cheering crowd are gone. What can we as the running community do to make races less intimidating for slower runners? Please share your feedback with me by emailing funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or DM me on In...
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Fun of the RunEpisode 33: I’ll Never BQ…and I Don’t Even CareThis week’s episode is honestly a little bit of a whole lotta running stuff! I discuss my 2 year plan for running a hundred mile race, why I don’t care about Boston, how I almost volunteered at Saddles100, and I even talk a little bit about Grandmasters Ultras. There’s a pep talk thrown in there towards the end, too! This episode was originally going to be an interview with Jo Beth Hoke @yes.she_runs but technical difficulties caused me to lisp hilariously through the episode. I’ve included a snippet for your listening pleasure! As always, thank you for...
2023-10-0345 minFun of the RunEpisode 32: Shuffling in the Dark/Javelina Jangover 25k Race RecapThis is the last race in the Insomniac Night Series put on by Aravaipa Running. Located in the beautiful McDowell Mountains of Arizona, this was an event to remember. A last place finish, about a million potty breaks next to prickly desert bushes, a tarantula & scary trucker stories all made this 25k one for the books. I hope you enjoy this honest recap of my race! As always, thank you so much for listening. Please let me know what you think of this episode by emailing funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or by messaging me on Instagram @waddellrunninglady. Mentioned in this episode...
2023-09-2654 minFun of the RunEpisode 31: Racing Just Because I CanI saw a recent social media post that just riled me up. In this episode we discuss whether you can race “too much” and whether the fact that you tell others you’re racing makes you a toxic runner :) Over here, running…and racing…is all about having fun and I hope you enjoy my take on the subject. As always, I’m not an expert in anything except my own experiences. Thank you so much for listening! Let me know what you think of this week’s episode by emailing funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or by messaging me on IG @waddellrunning
2023-09-1937 minFun of the RunEpisode 30: Sassy Legs, 9/11, Kat’s Story…and GatlinWe made it to 30 episodes!! All thanks to you! Thank you so much for listening & I hope you enjoy today’s episode where I go into great detail about the things that made Saturday’s long run difficult. I also talk about where I was on 9/11 & what I did yesterday to remember the day. My son Gatlin joins me in studio and I read a listener’s entertaining story about her fiasco of a first 5k! Enjoy! Mentioned in this episode are my coach @kyliekrun_az who offers one on one run coaching to runners of all abilities at www.desert...
2023-09-1238 minFun of the RunEpisode 29: Michelle’s Mishmash of Running RubbishThe definition of mishmash is a “confused mixture” and that’s exactly what this episode is! I’m discussing all of the things that have been “running” through my head this past week. I talk about shoes, which trails to run, what races I have coming up, how untalented I am as a runner… the list goes on. I hope there’s something here that resonates with you! As always, thank you for listening and please share your feedback on today’s episode by either giving me a review on the app of your choice or by emailing me at funoftherunpodcast...
2023-09-0639 minFun of the RunEpisode 28: Bean Rollups, A Denim Skirt and An Unexpected Race RecapYou’re only crazy if you think you are…so that must mean I’m nuts. This episode was originally intended to explore the ins and outs of volunteering at an aid station during a fixed time event called Jackrabbit Jubilee in Buckeye, Arizona. When I saw the venue, I had serious FOMO and signed up for the 6 hour event starting an hour after my volunteer shift ended at midnight! Spontaneous decisions can be delightful, so I hope you’ll enjoy listening to how it all played out! As always…thank you for listening! Please let me know how you enjoyed th...
2023-08-2945 minFun of the RunEpisode 27: “Ask What It Means to Win, and You’ll See That You Did”I’m deep diving into my Vertigo Night Runs 20k race recap! Gorgeous, cloudy weather in the beautiful desert of Arizona made for perfect racing conditions. My finish time was not what I wanted… in fact I was dead last in my respective race distance…again! Hear how I talked myself out of a DNF after the first 10k loop and how the words of a wise running friend made the sun shine bright again in my corner of the running world. Thanks again for listening! Please let me know what you think of this episode by emailing funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or...
2023-08-2251 minFun of the RunEpisode 26: The Reason Behind the Reason I Started Running/Storytime With MichelleI hope you’re ready to hear the story of my mom’s penchant for eating her feelings, my dad’s stint in prison and how both of those things eventually contributed to me becoming a runner… in a roundabout way! You guessed it… it’s Story Time with Michelle and as always,.. thank you for listening! Please let me know what you think of today’s episode by emailing funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or by DMing me on Instagram @waddellrunninglady. I love hearing from you!
2023-08-1539 minFun of the RunEpisode 25: Life, Running and Trying Not to Lose My MarblesIt isn't always easy to juggle running, life, crazy weather and people who want us to spend time with them. But we do the best we can! This episode shares some of what that juggling act looks like from my perspective. I touch on a couple of recent heat-related deaths in Maricopa County, Arizona and how I've recently been dealing with summer training. I also share stories and probably too many details about the Schroff family and our attempts to get my daughter...and her clunker of a vehicle...officially on the road as a brand new licensed driver...
2023-08-0837 minFun of the RunEpisode 24: Bagging on Ultrarunners, Sally...and other Running RandomnessI didn't have coffee before I recorded this shorter-than-usual episode. No breakfast, either. Be forewarned that my brain doesn't function too well under these conditions. This one's a veritable smorgasbord of randomness...why I love Sally McRae and want to be like her when I grow up...why people have no business making fun of ultramarathoners...how I want to run a hundred miler someday! I even state the elevations of Phoenix and Flagsatff, AZ for no apparent reason. I hope there's some value (or at least some entertainment) in this episode. Let me know what you think! As...
2023-08-0130 min2023-07-2549 minFun of the RunEpisode 22: Virtual Run RealityHave you ever run a virtual race? Well, I’ve run a few and some were much better experiences than others! Racing on your own without crowd support or race day adrenaline is a huge feat in and of itself. I hope there’s something in this episode just for you! As always, thank you for listening. Please rate, like, and follow this podcast… it really helps! Reach me at funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or DM @waddellrunninglady on Instagram with any questions or comments and tell me how you liked the episode!
2023-07-1846 minFun of the RunEpisode 21: When I Don't Feel "Good Enough"Have you ever gotten to the start line of a race and felt like you don’t belong there? How about seeing pics of yourself running & thinking , “ I don’t even look like I’m running”? There are so many reasons why we as runners might not feel like we’re “good enough”. But I’m here to tell you that you are. I am. We all are. I hope there’s something helpful in this episode just for you. As always, thanks for listening…and remember I’m not an expert in anything except my own experiences which I share with you in each e...
2023-07-1142 minFun of the RunEpisode 20: Hot Girl Running/Tips for Surviving Summer TrainingIn this week’s episode, I share all of the tips/tricks I know for making your sweltering summer miles more bearable! Joining me in studio ( my walk-in closet) is my 13 yr old son, Gatlin, who knows a thing or two about summer heat. I also give a few examples of times I’ve experienced some type of heat sickness over the past couple of years & how that makes me more careful in the triple digit AZ temps. Lastly, I share a glimpse of last weekend’s group trail run with Lisa Pozzoni ( @trucoachlisa on IG) and her #trutribeteam . I hope y...
2023-07-0442 minFun of the RunEpisode 19: Running Solo…and the F word ( F A T)In this episode, I’m pretty much just blowing off steam. I talk about why I run alone 99% of the time & a few of the reasons that notorious, 3-letter F word bothers me so much! I hope you enjoy…and thanks for listening! Please rate, like, subscribe, follow, etc, wherever you listen to podcasts. You can reach me and give feedback on this week’s episode by emailing funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or send a DM to @waddellrunninglady on Instagram.
2023-06-2751 minFun of the RunEpisode 18: She Met Her Running Partner on Craigslist: Run Chat with Victoria BukerIn this episode, you'll hear the fun...and enlightening...conversation I had with Health and Wellness Coach, Victoria Buker. Not only does she teach spin, have two small children and coach runners, but she's also a marathoner in her own right. And she's got stories! I hope you enjoy today's episode...thanks for listening! You can contact Victoria on Instagram at @integrativehealthwithvictoria or go to www.victoriabuker.com Please let me know what you think of today's episode by emailing funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram @waddellrunninglady
2023-06-1937 minFun of the RunEpisode 17: Running Down South/ Chatting with Marie WarrenIn this episode, I hop on a call with Marie Warren( @running.mom.3)! She’s an ultra runner who lives in Alabama with her pastor husband and she even homeschools her 3 kids! We talk about why she started running, how she juggles it all & even hear her advice for beginner runners. It was so much fun just getting to discuss all things running with someone who gets where I’m coming from! I hope you enjoy this episode and as always…thank you so much for listening! Please type out your funny/spooky/sketchy stories and send them to funoftherunpodcast@gmail...
2023-06-121h 32Voice of a Lion027. TOM ZIGLAR shares his new book “10 Leadership Virtues for Disruptive Times” and more.10 Leadership Virtues for Disruptive Times: Coaching Your Team Through Immense Change and Challenge
BY: TOM ZIGLAR. And so much more to reach Tom or stay updated with Tom go to Ziglar.com or email him at Tom@ziglar.com
2023-06-0752 minFun of the RunEpisode 16: How My Kids Really Feel About Me Running So Much/Interview with Gatlin & MadisonThis episode veers away from my typical blathering style. Here I interview my two youngest kids, 13 & 17, and ask them to tell me the truth about me & my running. Are there any positives? There is definitely a negative…according to them! As always, you can reach me at funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or DM @waddellrunninglady on Instagram. And thanks for listening!! P.S. Please email or DM me your scary, funny or sketchy running stories. If you want to tell it in your own words for all to hear, DM me and we’ll set up a convenient time to record. Thank you!
2023-06-0629 minFun of the RunEpisode 15: What It’s Like Having a Run Coach: My ExperienceIn this episode, I share my own personal experience working with run4prs.co and Coach Ben, including how he helped make me into the runner I am today. I dive into some of the reasons why I recently switched to working with Kylie Aldaz of Desert-to-Peak Coaching. I highly recommend checking out both @run4prs and @desert_to_peak_coaching on Instagram. They’re amazing!! As always, thank you for listening and let me know your thoughts on this episode! You can reach me on IG @waddellrunninglady or email the show directly at funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com
2023-05-2940 minFun of the RunEpisode 14: I Finished Dead Last/Adrenaline Night Runs 25k RecapIn this episode, I share the nitty gritty about running my first night trail race with the Aravaipa Running Insomniac Race Series! It was dark, it was spooky...it was epic! I was last this time, but I couldn't be any prouder! I hope you find this episode useful, as well as entertaining. As always, thanks for listening! Check out @aravaiparunning on IG ...they put on the BEST events! Reach out to me via DM @waddellrunninglady on IG or email the show directly at funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com
2023-05-2355 minFun of the RunEpisode 13: What I Wish I Knew When I Started RunningThis episode is a mixture of lots of things I never even considered I'd need to know when I first started running. Everything from not needing to race in order to be a runner...to finally understanding no one would die if I skipped a run! I even talk about what it was like running a virtual full marathon in June on a sunny 115 degree day in beautiful Arizona (not recommended, by the way)! I still don't know everything there is to know about running...but I hope this is an entertaining and useful listen for you. As always...
2023-05-1738 minFun of the RunEpisode 12: Fear of Failure/The Story of My First UltramarathonHave you ever been afraid to take on a big, scary dream because maybe you can't do it?? Welcome to the club! In this episode I talk about how going with the "safe" option may or may not be the best choice. I ended up running Coldwater Rumble 52K as my first ultramarathon because I was afraid I'd miss the cutoff for Mesquite Canyon 50k...which was originally going to be my first. I have ZERO regrets about running CW, but I talk in depth about the thought process behind my decision and how it affected my future goals. I...
2023-05-0956 minFun of the RunEpisode 11: So You Want to Run a Marathon? What to Expect When Running your First Half or Full MarathonIn this episode, I do a basic deep dive into some things I've learned over the past 5 years racing long distances. We talk about getting fitted for running shoes, finding a training plan, fueling, even where to wear your race bib! It's a little bit of a hodge-podge, but you're sure to find something helpful here if you're getting ready to tackle a half or a full for the very first time. As always, keep in mind I'm NOT a registered dietitian, a run coach, a professional athlete or an expert in anything...except my own experiences, which are what...
2023-05-0251 minFun of the RunEpisode 10: When Pre-Race Nerves Get Out of Hand/My Long Beach Marathon StoryIn Episode 10, you'll hear about how I almost didn't run Long Beach in October 2021...eventhough I had dragged my family to another state, paid for race fees, gone to the expo to get my bib...etc. I also talk about how I was simultaneously running Virtual Boston at the same time. It's a bit ridiculous per usual, but it's absolutely true...and makes for a great story!
Thanks for listening and please reach out at funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram @waddellrunninglady
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All Bodies Outside#39: Fun of the Run with Michelle SchroffThis episode’s guest was Michelle Schroff who is an avid and accomplished runner and also a podcast host. During this episode, we heard about Michelle’s love of running and her podcast called ‘Fun of the Run’. Additionally, we heard about some of her sponsorships and ambassadorships. Her love of life and love of running were both palpable throughout the entire episode. She was super fun to have on All Bodies Outside and I hope to get her back on the podcast in about a year!
2023-04-1354 minFun of the RunEpisode 9:What To Do When People Act Like Egg Poop Heads/Staying Positive When Haters Enter the ChatI hope you're here for the stories, because this week I'll explain what an Egg Poop Head is and why people that leave rude, ignorant comments on social media can be classified as such. I'll share my tips for shaking off the negative vibes and embracing the fact that all bodies, all paces can be out there running their best effort. I'm no expert except in my own experiences, so keep that in mind while listening. All advice given is my own and not that of a professional. Thanks for listening.
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2023-04-1036 minFun of the RunEpisode 8: The Truth About Trail RunningIn this episode, I share all of the reasons why I've been running trails so much lately! I dive deep into my Ragnar Trail AZ 2022 experience and give details about how a trail Ragnar works and the types of things you can expect to happen on race weekend. If you're already out there running trails, tell me what I missed in this episode by emailing me at funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or reach out via DM on Instagram @waddellrunninglady As always, thanks so much for listening!
2023-04-0433 minFun of the RunEpisode 7: How I Met Liz and Jill/ The Story of My Very First 26.2In this episode, buckle up for my zany storytime. I met Liz and Jill at a local half marathon while training for my first 26.2! They haven't been able to shake me since. I go into extra detail about 2020 Mesa Marathon...my first ever full...and how these two were critical to getting me across that finish line. It's a fun story!
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2023-03-2737 minFun of the RunEpisode 6: “Pushing through the Hard Days": My Mesquite Canyon Trail Half Marathon StoryMesquite Canyon half takes place on a brutal desert course in the White Tank Mountains of Waddell, Arizona. In this episode, I share in detail about the race itself, the fall I took at mile four-ish and the struggle bus I rode for the majority of this race. It isn't your typical half marathon story, but I'll let you decide that for yourself!
Mentioned in this episode:
Aravaipa Running @aravaiparunning on Instagram
Callie Vinson @callievinsonn on Instagram
Please email funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com or DM @waddellrunninglady on Instagram with comments, questions or suggestions for this episode or the show in general...
2023-03-2143 minFun of the RunEpisode 5: “A chubby, plus-sized runner?? Oh, my!!This episode may be triggering for some people, and be completely unrelatable for others. I talk in depth about my weight issues and how I ended up where I am today! This is a story I've wanted...no, needed...to share for a long time. My hope is that something in my experience will help someone else in their own running journey. So lace up your shoes, get your warmup in... and take me along with you! As always, thank you for being here...and for listening.
Referenced in this episode:
Amy, Dietitian for Runners can be found on Instagram...
2023-03-1339 minFun of the RunEpisode 4: “Grit, Gratitude...and the Grind!"This episode deals with the mental aspects and struggles we face as runners. Whether you're dealing with impostor syndrome, self-doubt or just having the motivation to get out the door and get the miles in...I hope hearing some of my personal struggles with the mental side of my own running journey will help you believe in yourself a little more. Running is hard and runners are crazy....crazy dedicated! So let's get out there and keep putting one foot in front of the other.
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2023-03-0638 minFun of the RunEpisode 3: Chicago or Bust!In this episode, you'll hear everything you ever wanted to know...and probably a few things you'll wish you didn't know...about my experience running the Chicago Marathon as a true back of the packer with a finish time of over 7 hours! We'll talk registration fees, how to get into the lottery, where I stayed, wave starts, corral assignments, and other fun stuff. I'll share a bit about being injured leading up to marathon training and how the day itself actually went down! Should be fun!
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2023-02-2752 minFun of the RunEpisode 2: “Your Pace…or Mine?”In this episode Michelle throws her husband under the bus by sharing the very experience that caused her to realize…once and for all…that she was not a “typical” runner. Listen as Michelle publicly shares her finish times for all 4 marathons she’s run…as well as her first ultra. It’s good stuff! funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com
2023-02-2036 minFun of the RunEpisode 1 INTRO/ “ Why don’t you try jogging?”Michelle (waddellrunninglady) shares the story of how she first started running in May 2018. This is also a call for feedback, questions, and ideas on what you’d like to hear discussed on future episodes. Email funoftherunpodcast@gmail.com
2023-02-1319 minVoice of a Lion026. Inspirational Shorts. Listen to 23 shorts from prior episodes to start 2023. HAPPY NEW YEAR!Here are 23 inspirational shorts for from prior episodes to start your 2023. HAPPY NEW YEAR form Voice of a Lion!
Here is the order and episode of the Voice of a Lion guests
1. 11 Tom Ziglar.
2. 22 Scott Tillema.
3. 23 Kim McManus.
4. 01 Brian Colòn.
5. 03 Monique Jacobson.
6. 10 Nic Mckinley.
7. 12 Gail Miller.
8. 19 Adrian Perez.
9. 02 Maria Guy.
10. 15 Mike “The WIZZARD” McCabe.
11. 05 Rebecca Leatham.
12. 20 Steve Maestas.
13. 18 Dominic Done.
14. 06 General Miguel Aguilar.
15. 21 John Patten.
16. 24 Steve Stucker.
17. 07 Holly Slade.
18. 04 Sheriff Manny Gonzales.
19. 08 Rhiannon Samuel.
20. A short Wesley Towne.
21. 25 Brian Bushway.
22. 17 Jim Gay.
23. 16 Brian Alired.
2023-01-0142 minVoice of a Lion025. Brian Bushway overcame his loss of sight and uses it inspire others to become more.Brian Bushway has several documentaries on his ability to over come his loss of sight. We want to introduce you to Brian with a deeper look into who he is and the effort he’s made to climb out of a valley. A look at his journey and where he is today. His commitment to pouring what he has learned into others and how they to can overcome what they are going through and live life to point of overflowing.
Check out his links below
Steve My Blind Coach- Relationship/Communication Coaching
Instagram: myblindcoach
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyBlindCoach
We...
2022-12-2850 minVoice of a Lion024. Steve Stucker truly changing lives of families getting them off the ground with Beds for Kids!Steve Stucker dose so many amazing things for our community and world. In this conversation we take a look at how Steve is getting folks off the ground… literally. “Beds for Kids”
Beds4Kidz.org
2022-12-1951 minVoice of a Lion023. Kim McManus takes over Battle Ready studio & joins us for Adoption mo. Love and inspiration.Kim McManus joins us for Adoption month. Giving us a peak at her story and how God broke the cycle of her past. Mosaic education initiative for those aging out foster care and refugees where determination meets opportunity. MEI Website: https://www.mosaicei.org/donate
Mosaic Global: https://mosaic.org/Global
Kim’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/kimisalive?igshid=MDM4ZDc5MmU=
2022-11-1757 minVoice of a Lion022 The Circle of Negotiation. Lessons from a Hostage Negotiator Scott Tillema.Scott Tillema shares how the circle of negotiation in a crisis or hostage situation is the same circle used in business, sales and personal success. Lieutenant Scott Tillema is a FBI trained hostage negotiator having 19 vears of police experience with the Schaumburg (IL) Police Department, where he currently serves as the training coordinator. Lt. Tillema spent seven years as a negotiator with the NIPAS Emergency Services Team, one of the largest multi-jurisdictional municipal SWAT teams in the United States.
Educationally, Scott holds a bachelor's degree in behavioral science and a master's degree in psychology. He has also received negotiation training...
2022-03-3124 minVoice of a Lion021 Take what you can use and let the rest go by. Jon Patten co-founder of Southwests famous Dion’sJon Patten and Audrey Johnson with Southwest’s famous Dion’s doing good for the kids and community.
Jon Patten is the co-founder of Dion’s. He has been an entrepreneur since he was a boy when, in third grade, he bought toys wholesale and sold them to classmates. It was at St. John’s College in Annapolis that he began to learn the value of different opinions and the benefits that come from open honest discussion. Jon’s restaurant career began in 1978 with the purchase of New York Pizza with partner William Scott. They started with one employee and no restaur...
2022-03-2133 min
RUN MAMA RUN“Why Write A Book?” With Cassie SanchezOur guest Cassie Sanchez just published her fantasy-romance novel “Chasing the Darkness”. Cassie shares why she wrote this book and I think you will all enjoy hearing about the new life she discovered while writing the book and the growth that occurred. So if you want to be an author or are delving in to a new venture, this podcast is for you.
2022-02-2227 minRUN MAMA RUN“Pornography, Grooming, and Our Part” w/Toya KaplanListen as Toya and I talk about the need to bring porn in to the light. We talk about the importance of men speaking up and out about the damage porn does to boys and men.
2022-02-1029 minRUN MAMA RUN“Meeting Women Where They Are At” w/ Laura GreerLaura is a bad a**. Ex-military weapons specialist,adoptive,single mom of 4. Laura goes in to the dark for the hurting. Take a listen as we talk about strip clubs, divorce, and being a mom.
2022-02-0338 minRUN MAMA RUN“Authentic Breakthrough” with Sailor SchroffSailor Schroff is passionate about people finding Jesus, discovering their identity, and perusing the calling on their lives. Sailor is also my daughter! She is someone I admire and am truly inspired by the life she lives.
2022-02-0137 minRUN MAMA RUN“Running With Your Man” w/Krysty RonchettiKrysty is not only one of the kindest, supportive, encouraging, vision casters; she cheers on her husband as he runs for Governor of New Mexico. She advocates for Autism awareness, she’s an entrepreneur, and mom to 2 amazing daughters. Take a listen!
2022-01-2644 min
RUN MAMA RUNCompassion: When you Know and Not Just Feel with Sheryl SaavedraSheryl is a champion! Everything she touches is great. It all came with a price though. She had to work hard to become a lawyer. She was a child in foster care who struggled with her value and overcame the question of “Who am I?” Take a listen as we talk about her struggles, successes, and her passion for people. I love this interview. I believe you will too.
2021-11-271h 02Voice of a Lion020. Steve Maestas. Making the community great one project at a time.Creating infrastructure in communities that others would not have taken the risk. Coming from humble beginnings to a real estate legend. From business, family and the Financial Reserve. https://mdgrealestate.com/
2021-10-2231 minVoice of a Lion019: Adrian Perez: A Heritage to be proud of…Adrian Perez has been active in the hospitality industry for over 20 years and is a graduate of the University Of New Mexico School Of Business. He began his hospitality career with American Property Management Company, a company co-founded by Jim Long in 1991. In 2001 he joined the Heritage Hotels and Resorts team as the General Manager of Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town, then a Sheraton hotel. In 2006 Adrian was named Executive Vice President of Heritage Hotels and Resorts overseeing operations for 7 hotels located in New Mexico and Arizona. In March of 2010 Mr. Perez was named President of the company where he ove...
2021-09-0140 minVoice of a Lion018:Dominic Done. Deconstruction, Unity and Doodles.Dominic Done is founder of Pursuing Faith and author of When Faith Fails. With a master’s in theology from the University of Oxford, he has served as a pastor in Portland, Oregon; North Carolina; and Hawaii. Dominic has also taught English for companies in Europe, lectured in theology and history at various Christian colleges, worked as a radio DJ, and lived as a missionary in Vanuatu and Mexico. He and his wife, Elyssa, have a daughter, Amelia, and a fuzzy Goldendoodle, Bella. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1400207762/ref=dbs_a_w_dp_1400207762. https://www.pursuingfaith.org
2021-08-2536 min
RUN MAMA RUN“On the Move” with Mercy AlraidMercy lives a life of joyful abandon. Take a listen as she encourages and inspires.Dr. Mercy Alarid currently serves as the Vice-President of Equipping and Communication at America Prays. She is married to Brian Alarid, the President and CEO of America Prays, and together they are raising their three beautiful children to be fully devoted disciples of Christ. For the last twenty-four years, her multi-faceted experience has included founding Bible schools in several nations, co-founding and co-pastoring Passion Church in Albuquerque, NM and serving as an adjunct professor at Regent University in Virginia Beach, VA and Central New Mexico...
2021-08-1915 minVoice of a Lion0017. Fitness Master Jim Gay. Optimize your life, be the best you with health an nutrition and more.Optimize your life with good decisions, good nutrition, good health! Living a quality of life at any age. Jim Gay is an executive in the fitness industry and has 29 years of experience in the field. Jimgay54@gmail.com
He is a Master Level Sales Professional and leads national sales training programs.
He played Division 1 college football under Joe Paterno at Penn State University.
He has four sons that are currently involved in or have done college athletics.
One of them is currently playing professional baseball and two are playing Division 1 football at UNM.
Jim believes in optimizing all facets of...
2021-08-0456 minVoice of a Lion.016 Brian Alarid. Conmunity organizer,pastor, author, visionary, A man who walks with God…Brian Alarid is the President and CEO of America Prays and World Prays, uniting pastors and churches in 24/7 prayer all around the world. He is the Founding Pastor of Passion Church and has 28 years of experience in pastoral ministry and executive leadership. Brian has preached the Gospel and trained thousands of leaders in 17 nations through conferences, churches, crusades, prayer rallies, television, and radio.
Brian has a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Regent University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Theology. Brian has been married to Dr. Mercy Alarid for 24 years, and they reside in Austin, Texas with their thre...
2021-07-1742 min
RUN MAMA RUN“Connecting the Threads: Building Relationships Through Laughter” with Charlotte Rose MarieTake a listen as Charlotte (Charlie) and I laugh our way through a conversation on Prince Harry, Math, and Pop Tarts.
2021-06-0722 min
RUN MAMA RUNThe Struggle Is REAL with Genevieve San MiguelGenevieve shares her struggle with depression and anxiety. Listen as she talks about her jewelry launch “Seen, Known, Loved” and the truth that tethers her.
2021-04-1933 min
RUN MAMA RUNWhat Do You Do With What You Are Given- Entrepreneurship and CharityMichelle interviews Tracy Rodden, a successful business owner, wife, and mama to 5 grown children. Tracy shares her take on entrepreneurship and serving her community. Take a listen as she describes the responsibility she takes in caring for others.
2021-04-1258 min
RUN MAMA RUNSexual Abuse From a Survivor- Toya Kaplan and Michelle SchroffToday’s episode dives into sexual abuse. We share experiences, encouragement, and healing from our host, who has walked through the lies, guilt, and shame of sexual abuse. Toya Kaplan, founder of For The One, and Michelle share how they have created a community of men and women that will not walk in shame and how the Word of God, when applied generously leads to peace.
2021-04-0557 min
RUN MAMA RUNThis CEO Bleeds Green- Rebecca Latham, CEO Girl ScoutsRebecca shares the principles of Girl Scouts of America. She talks candidly regarding rumors about GS and why she became the CEO of an organization that she was a part of as a little girl. Take a listen to an articulate woman share her passionate heart on this episode of Run Mama, Run.
2021-03-2932 min
RUN MAMA RUN013- There is Hope in Divorce with Becca Lusko-ToupsBecca shares how she lives her life as a Bonus Mom in a world that loses hope when a divorce has occurred.
2021-03-0838 min
RUN MAMA RUN12| Choosing to Change- Marriage 101 with Lindsey MaestasListen and be encouraged as Michelle and Lindsey share their experiences with a combined 35 year marriage experience. The ups and downs and the choice to choose each other. We hope you are encouraged.
2021-02-271h 13RUN MAMA RUN009 “Get Back On That Bike” with Ashley UlmerAshley shares her lessons learned in failed businesses and miracles. She is wise and always willing to learn through difficulties and victories!
2020-07-1527 minRUN MAMA RUN“Joy Despite Adversity” with Mariah BomanJoin us as we speak with Mariah about the joy she exemplifies in her life despite the circumstances that life has dealt her through adoption as a 10 year old, single parenting, and racial inequality.
2020-07-0840 minVoice of a Lion015. Admiral Mike "Wizzard" McCabe. The real Top Gun. A leader of leaders and yet humble and kind!Admiral Mike "Wizzard" McCabe
Mike McCabe
A Historic Leader With a Passion for
Transformation and Innovation
As head of all Naval Aviation, Admiral
oversaw some of the deepest technological
shifts and changes at the U.S. Navy. He ensured
thousands of military personnel would be ready for these
transformations and managed the budgets that supported
these key innovations and changes. His career was
driven by one motivation: sustaining a culture of excellence while caring for his
people. He is eager to share these leadership values of care, action and
innovation with today’s decision makers.
Mike is a highly decorated, ex...
2020-07-0838 minRUN MAMA RUN007 Identity. Where Do I Belong? with guest Samantha NgSamantha talks about her life of not fitting in to either her Chinese side of her family nor her white side of her family. She shares what it was like being raised in the South and the racial biases she’s experienced since COVID-19.
2020-06-3032 minVoice of a Lion014. Run Mama Run “Listen and Learn from a Single, Black Mama” with Demitra Bartlett and MichelleBlack, single mama shares her experiences growing up in a white neighborhood, attending a Black University, and her hopes and dreams for her son’s future.
2020-06-2448 minRUN MAMA RUN006 “Listen and Learn from a Single, Black Mama” with Demitra BartlettBlack, single mama shares her experiences growing up in a white neighborhood, attending a Black University, and her hopes and dreams for her son’s future.
2020-06-2448 minRUN MAMA RUN003 RUN MAMA RUN. One on one with Savhanna Bronisz in the continuation 0f “A Woman Among Women”We get to hear from Savhanna Bronisz, the eldest of Michelle’s 10 children. You’ll get to hear a little about her love of animals and how she plans to change the world.
2020-05-2519 minRUN MAMA RUN002 RUN MAMA RUN. One on one with Skylar Macedo in the continuation 0f “A Woman Among Women”Listen to Skylar’s energetic way of describing what it means to grow up in a house with 9 other siblings and being #3 in that line up. She talks candidly about learning disabilities and gifts.
2020-05-2028 minRUN MAMA RUN001 RUN MAMA RUN “A Woman Among Women” part 2The very first episode of Run Mama Run podcast we’re getting real, talking motherhood, faith, and running this race we call life-TOGETHER, with myself, and my 4 daughters- Savhanna, Sierra, Skylar, and Sailor. We are excited to run the race with YOU! To learn more about the Run Mama Run community go to runmama.run
2020-05-0929 minRUN MAMA RUN001 RUN MAMA RUN “A Woman Among Women” part 1The very first episode of Run Mama Run podcast we’re getting real, talking motherhood, faith, and running this race we call life-TOGETHER, with myself, and my 4 daughters- Savhanna, Sierra, Skylar, and Sailor. We are excited to run the race with YOU! To learn more about the Run Mama Run community go to runmama.run
2020-05-0934 minVoice of a Lion001. COVID SHORT with WESLEY TOWNE. He Speaks and writes on Mental health and suffering.Our guest speaks and writes on Mental Health and Suffering, and the hope we have for better days.
Directed a Bible College, and lectured in theology, hermeneutics, NT Greek, and many other subjects.
He also started a church called Ekklesia in Eugene, OR in 2008. It grew from a handful of people in a living Wesley Towne
Directed a Bible College, and lectured in theology, hermeneutics, NT Greek, and many other subjects.
Wesley also started a church called Ekklesia in Eugene, OR in 2008. It grew from a handful of people in a living room to two thousand people and two campuses in f...
2020-04-1703 min
Voice of a Lion0013. #Cafecito Con Colón with friend Brian S Colòn. What are we doing in these Crazy times...Honor and a privilege to be interviewed by Brian S. Colón #CafecitoConColónBrian is more than just our state auditor he is a servant to the people of New Mexico. This is just a short clip of what he does everyday at 9 am to stay in touch with his community. I shared the program in its entirety to my fb feed.Brian was kind enough to be my first guest on Voice of a Lion podcast Episode 001. I have put a couple links below... Check it out or go to where you get your favorite podcastshttps://open.spotify.com/ep...
2020-03-3127 minVoice of a Lion0012. Gail Miller. Do what you can with what you have.Gail Miller
Owner and Chairman,
Larry H. Miller Group of Companies
Gail Miller is the owner of the Larry H. Miller Group of Companies and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Larry H. Miller Management Corporation.
The Larry H. Miller Group began with the purchase of a single Toyota dealership in 1979 and is now comprised of more than 80 businesses, including over 60 automotive dealerships, the Utah Jazz, the Salt Lake City Stars, the Salt Lake Bees, theatre complexes, and a variety of insurance, financial and real estate
companies. The privately owned Larry H. Miller Group of Companies is headquartered in...
2020-03-1334 minVoice of a Lion011 Tom Ziglar. Replacing Bad Habits with Good ones!Tom Ziglar
As CEO of Ziglar, Inc., Tom Ziglar shares not only a last name with his
father, Zig Ziglar, but he also carries on his philosophy, which is
simply, You can have everything in life you want if you will just help
enough other people get what they want.
Prior to being named CEO, Tom began his career in retail and direct sales.
He joined the Zig Ziglar Corporation in 1987, learning every aspect of the
business as he climbed from working in the warehouse, to sales, to seminar
promotion, to sales management and then on to leadership.
With the...
2020-01-2636 minVoice of a Lion010 NIC MCKINLEY. From Special Forces to CIA to Hunter of Human Traffickers.Meet NIC MCKINLEY
Nic was a USAF Pararescueman (PJ) for 10 years before working as a consultant for fortune 10 investment banks in New York and Boston. His work in Boston, combined with his military special operations background, got him recruited to the CIA as a Special Agent responsible for executing full-spectrum intelligence operations in high threat countries. Nic's penchant for crafting solutions to hard problems, combined with the injustice of human trafficking, motivated him to leave the CIA to found DeliverFund in direct response to the human trafficking epidemic he witnessed overseas and at home. Nic attended Harvard University.
2019-11-2134 minVoice of a Lion009. Meet your hosts, Clay and Michelle and peek at who we are.Clay Schroff
A Veteran of the United States Air Force security forces and law-enforcement. Top producer for the Larry H. Miller Automotive Corporation for over 23 years. Life coach, mentor, and public speaker.
Michelle Schroff
Mother of the Year with American Mothers INC. Public speaker who empowers and uplifts women in their community. She's the author of the runmama.run blog.
Mentor, parenting coach.
Aspen: Strengthening families.
We provide mentor programs, parenting classes, adoption and foster care advisement. We hope to positively impact our community by strengthening the family unit through community connection and support. Aspen works with the State of...
2019-10-1830 minVoice of a Lion008. Rhiannon Samuel. Do your little perfectlyRhiannon Samuel is an Albuquerque, New Mexico native, raised with a deep passion and pride for her community and its people. She is the Executive Director of Viante New Mexico, a new nonpartisan nonprofit who’s goal is to provide transparency for working New Mexicans to know who their elected officials are performing on their behalf. She was immediately drawn to the cause due to her discontentment with New Mexico’s repeatedly low standing on education, crime, and quality of life lists. She is a firm believer that in order for a democracy to work, one must be an educated vote...
2019-10-0320 minVoice of a Lion007. Holly Slade: No Hungry Kids!Holly Slade is a licensed real estate broker and partners with her husband Dave, renovating homes in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho. She is also the Executive Director of Feed New Mexico Kids, a non-profit outreach that provides weekend snack packs for food insecure students in New Mexico.
Holly believes we all have gifts and talents that can make other peoples lives richer. She and her husband are active in their church and community and enjoy spending time with their parents, kids and grandkids when travel plans allow!
When she’s not meeting with real estate clients, picking paint and tile fo...
2019-09-2724 minVoice of a Lion006. General Miguel Aguilar: From small town to the stars.Assistant Adjutant General
Joint Force Headquarters
Santa Fe, NM
Since: August 2018
Official Photo
SOURCE OF COMMISSIONED SERVICE ROTC
EDUCATIONAL DEGREES
New Mexico Military Institute - AA - General
University of New Mexico - BS - Exercise Technology
United States Army War College - MSS - Strategic Studies
MILITARY SCHOOLS ATTENDED
Air Defense Artillery Officer Basic Course
Air Defense Captains Career Course
United States Army Command and General Staff College
United States Army War College
Joint Task Force Commanders Course (NORTHCOM)
FOREIGN LANGUAGE(S) None Recorded
PROMOTIONS DATE OF APPOINTMENT
2LT 21 May 90
1LT 30 May 93
CPT 31 Jul 95
MAJ 14 Dec 01
LTC 27 Feb 08
COL 8...
2019-09-2024 minVoice of a Lion005. Rebekah Latham: For Mothers everywhere.Rebecca began her career as an on-air radio personality in Tampa, Florida. She relocated to Albuquerque in 2003 and fell in love with the Southwest, later moving to the mountains of Red River to pursue her passion for destination marketing as the Tourism and Economic Development Director. She leveraged her background in communications to unify her community’s hospitality partners, draft dynamic programming to attract a record number of visitors, and lure large-scale events to spur economic development.
With Rebecca at the helm, Red River was awarded six Tourism Industry Association Recognition Awards in four years. She served as the Chair of...
2019-09-1319 minVoice of a Lion004. Manuel Gonzales III: To Serve and ProtectSheriff Manuel Gonzales III has devoted his adult life to the service of our country and community.
Sheriff Gonzales is a veteran, having served honorably in the United States Marine Corps. He has an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Central New Mexico Community College and a Bachelor’s Degree in Management with two Minors (Occupational Education/ Specialization in Law Enforcement). His Law Enforcement Executive Development consists of FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development - Command Institute for Law Enforcement Executives, Northwestern University’s School of Police Staff and Command, Western States Sheriff’s Association - Leadership, The Southern Police Institut...
2019-09-0618 minVoice of a Lion003. Monique Jacobson: Voice of Children Everywhere.Monique Jacobson is a bold, strategic thinker and change agent. In a 20-year executive career, spanning both the private and public sectors, she has had a significant and measurable impact in every position she has held. She is a natural leader with keen intuition and a strong demonstrated history of results driven by data-based decision making. She is currently the founder of Monique & Associates, a consulting, coaching and training company focused on igniting meaningful change.
After graduating with honors from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania, Monique spent 11 years at PepsiCo as one of the youngest...
2019-08-3028 minVoice of a Lion002. Maria Guy: Power X Humility = True Influence.Maria is a Senior Partner with GiANT Worldwide, dedicated to equipping individuals and organizations with exceptional leadership skills. She helps people understand what it takes to be a leader worth following and coaches them to fight for the highest possible good in the lives of those they lead. She spent twenty years as a corporate executive in the construction industry.
• Bachelors of Science, Construction Engineering, University of New Mexico
• Master of Science, Civil Engineering, University of Colorado
• Past member, Civil Engineering Board, University of New Mexico; the Associated General Contractors of
New Mexico (AGC-NM)
• AGC-NM’s first and to-date only female pre...
2019-08-2325 minVoice of a Lion001. Brian Colòn: Food Stamps, Politics and EulogiesBrian Colón was elected State Auditor of New Mexico in November 2018 with decisive wins during both the primary and general elections. As State Auditor, Brian is committed to bringing awareness to the important work of the office that uncovers fraud, waste, and abuse in agencies and entities statewide.
Raised in Los Lunas, Bosque Farms, and Albuquerque, New Mexico, Brian learned the value of hard work, determination, and the sustaining power of an optimistic attitude from his parents. Although he lost his father when he was a teenager, Brian hasn’t forgotten the many lessons he received, particularly the importance of...
2019-08-2323 min