How did a book about the French Resistance turn into a lesson on personal values, endurance running, and living authentically?

Honestly, I'm not entirely sure—but somehow it all connects.

In this solo episode, I explore the boxes we put ourselves in, the rules we follow without questioning, and the freedom that comes from realizing life isn't one-size-fits-all. Plus, I'll walk you through a few exercises to help identify your own values and create a personal mission statement.

She eloped on a 14,000-ft peak in her wedding dress. Two years later, she ran 250 miles straight through the desert.

This week Allie talks with Jennifer Kulich — software engineer turned ultrarunner — about her journey to finishing Cocodona 250, one of trail running's toughest races.

Jen opens up about the DNF right before training began, the mental tricks that got her through 2 a.m. lows on the trail, hallucinating near the finish, and a garbage truck that almost ended things feet from the finish line.

A real conversation about chasing goals that scare you, failing along the way, and finding out what you're actually capable of.

From preschool friends to mothers raising families of their own, Allie and Sarah take a trip down memory lane while exploring some of life's biggest lessons. Sarah opens up about the summer that changed her confidence, the relationship that became her marriage, her struggles with anxiety, and the profound experience of reconnecting with and losing her father. Filled with laughter, nostalgia, and honest reflection, this conversation is a reminder that growth often comes through life's unexpected challenges.

What does it take to run 250 miles across Arizona? In this episode, ultrarunner and ER nurse Trish Corbett shares how she how she has completed some of the toughest endurance events in the country, including the Cocodona 250. From injuries and setbacks to unforgettable highs, this conversation explores resilience, self-belief, and the determination to keep going when life gets hard.

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This week Allie is joined by her youngest brother Sawyer — also known as "Yersaw" — for a conversation that's equal parts hilarious and surprisingly deep. They talk sports, work ethic, and the lessons Sawyer took from a lonely stretch at Utah Valley University. Plus: his passion for music production, dating as a Gen Z guy, and what it actually means to be obsessed with something. Big boy energy, genuine wisdom.

In this episode, Allie sits down with her uncle Jason for a candid conversation about depression, self-worth, family, and learning to ask for help. Jason shares how mental health struggles impacted his marriage, parenting, and career, while also talking about the power of humor, faith, and connection in getting through dark seasons. Honest, funny, and deeply human, this episode is a reminder that no one is alone in what they’re carrying.

If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available.988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988.

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Kelsey LeBaron opens up about what it was really like loving and supporting a spouse through addiction, relapse, recovery, and a suicide attempt. In this vulnerable conversation, we talk about the emotional toll of being the “support person,” rebuilding trust after betrayal, learning to prioritize yourself in hard seasons, and why healing is rarely linear. This episode is ultimately a story of hope, resilience, marriage, and the possibility of change—even after rock bottom.

⚠️ This episode contains discussions of alcoholism, addiction, substance abuse, suicide attempts, and mental health struggles.

What does it look like to stay confident, have fun, and trust your own timeline while everyone around you seems to be moving faster?

In this episode, I’m joined by Olivia Conan, a 24-year-old aesthetician and med spa manager, for an honest conversation about dating, comparison, and life in your 20s. Growing up in Utah culture, where marriage and kids often happen young, Olivia shares what it’s been like navigating singleness while watching friends enter new stages of life.

We discuss dating struggles in this generation, social media’s effect on romance, maintaining high standards, funny date stories, and learning to embrace the life season you’re currently in.

A fun and honest episode full of laughs, relatable moments, and reminders to stop rushing life.

No guest this week, so you’re stuck with just me :) In this episode, I’m sharing a few stories from my life that ended up teaching me lessons I still carry with me today—about trust, love, victim mentality, loneliness, and learning to do hard things. From sneaking out in high school to mission stories on the Navajo reservation, rock climbing, hiking, and personal growth, this one is a little all over the place in the best way. Hopefully somewhere in these stories, you’ll find a lesson that speaks to your own life too.

Colin Henderson shares his journey with a pornography addiction that began at just 10 years old and the lasting impact it had on his identity, relationships, and marriage. In this honest conversation, we talk about shame, healing, and what real recovery looks like—plus practical insight for anyone struggling or supporting someone who is.