Route 66 Marathon Podcast

Welcome to the Route 66 Marathon Podcast, the show where we celebrate the people, stories and spirit behind Tulsa’s most iconic race weekend.Whether you’re chasing a PR, tackling your first 5K or just love the energy of race day, this podcast is your go-to source for all things Route 66 — from training tips to inspiring conversations with runners from all walks of life.This show isn’t just about miles, it’s about the journey. So lace up, plug in and let’s Rock the Route together.

Route 66 Marathon Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by Route 66 Marathon, with 17 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Route 66 Marathon hosts Route 66 Marathon Podcast, a sports show with 17 episodes published.

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  Episode #1

  Finding your community: Why you should join a running group

  Aug 12, 202648 minS3

  Season 3 of the Route 66 Marathon Podcast is off and running! In the season premiere, Kevin Green is joined by Fleet Feet Tulsa training partners Kelly Kilmer and Chad Noblett for a conversation about one of the biggest decisions runners can make: Should you join a running group? Kelly and Chad share how they found running later in life and how joining Fleet Feet Tulsa transformed their journeys. From structured training plans and coaching to learning about proper gear, fueling, hydration and pacing, they explain why the benefits of a training group extend well beyond simply having people to run with. The trio also dives into the community that develops when runners train together, the added safety of running with a group and whether the cost of a structured training program is worth it. Kelly and Chad share how teammates and coaches have helped them prepare physically and mentally for races while celebrating one another's accomplishments along the way.

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  Episode #7

  Jackie Helm: From broken spine to marathon starting line

  Nov 18, 202550 minS2

  After a near-fatal car accident left her with a fractured spine and a cervical fusion, Jackie Helm refused to let her story end in the wreckage. In this powerful Route 66 Marathon Podcast episode, Jackie walks us through her remarkable comeback — from relearning how to move post-surgery, to training for her first Route 66 Half Marathon, to rebuilding her strength and identity after a devastating ulcerative colitis diagnosis. Now a nutrition coach, athlete and Route 66 Marathon ambassador, Jackie shares how proper fueling, intentional recovery and unwavering faith helped her regain control of her life. If you’ve struggled, lost momentum or felt stuck this training cycle, Jackie’s story is exactly what you need: a reminder that setbacks don’t define you — your response does. Get ready for a raw, uplifting and deeply inspiring conversation that brings race-week energy back to the podcast.

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  Episode #6

  'This is hard, but I'm harder': Amanda Vavra's road to 26.2

  Sep 23, 20251h 7mS2

  First-time marathoner Amanda Vavra joins the show to share her inspiring journey from 5K starter to Route 66 Marathon finisher in the making. A Tulsa native with deep family roots in the community, Vavra opens up about reclaiming her body and her voice after years focused on motherhood and career. She talks about training with her husband (who tracks the splits), raising a young runner and finding her stride — mentally and physically. From balancing work and family life to setting sights on international races and the Abbott World Marathon Majors, Vavra's story is about chasing bold goals with grace, grit and a whole lot of vibes. Her mantra? “This is hard, but I’m harder.” Tune in to hear why that mindset might just carry her all the way to the finish line on race day.

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  Episode #5

  Travis McCullar: Running with purpose & transforming from 380 pounds to marathon machine

  Sep 2, 202549 minS2

  <p>In this episode of the Route 66 Marathon Podcast, we sit down with Travis McCullar, a guy who stared down the scale at 380 pounds and ran his way into a completely different life. </p><p>Through shutdowns, setbacks and shoeless marathons, Travis never quit. He kept showing up, and that consistency paid off with more than 200 pounds lost, 40+ mile training weeks and a heart for pacing others to the finish line.</p><p>Travis talks about what sparked the journey, how running became his lifeline and why helping others now fuels his fire. If you’re looking for motivation, grit or...

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  Episode #4

  Katy Cook: Swapping soda for sweat — 100 lbs down & half marathon bound

  Aug 14, 202537 minS2

  <p>After her boyfriend John's diabetes diagnosis turned their world upside down, Katy Cook made a life-changing decision: they were going to get healthy together. </p><p>In this episode, Route 66 Marathon Ambassador Katy shares how swapping soda for sweat led to more than just weight loss, it sparked a transformation that reshaped her mental health, physical strength and relationship.</p><p>From 300+ lbs and multiple knee surgeries to tackling her first half marathon at Route 66, Katy’s story is one of raw honesty, relentless grit and the power of a supportive running community. We talk about food, fitness, music th...

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