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My First Marathon

Booking Overview

An interview show focused on first-marathon experiences, it typically features everyday runners sharing candid stories about training, setbacks, and race-day breakthroughs. Agencies could credibly pitch first-time marathoners with compelling personal journeys, running-community leaders, or experts whose work directly supports beginner marathoners; booking difficulty is likely very low.

Metrics

Episodes: 177

Frequency: Several times a week

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 93 subscribers

Instagram: 1.1k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

myfirstmarathonpod@gmail.com

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Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
First-time marathoners or runners with a distinctive, relatable personal journey involving training, setbacks, recovery, community, or race-day experiences.
Required Achievements:  
Completed a first marathon, Overcame significant training or health-related obstacles, Built or participated in a running community

Recent Guest Discussions

Sierra Wehrenberg - Returning To Running After A Major Health Setback, Approaching A First Marathon With A Joy-focused Mindset, And Completing Chicago.

Barry Scruggs - Beginning Running After Health Struggles, Training For A First Marathon, Racing While Seriously Ill, And Learning From A Difficult Race Experience.

Abia Mallick - Finding Motivation Through Another Runner’s Story, Navigating Training Aches With Professional Support, And Relying On Community During A First Marathon.

Recent Topics

Marathon, Running, Endurance Sports, Training, Fitness

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
My First Marathon
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146: Follow Your Curiosity: 30+ Marathons, Ultras, and Chasing Sub-3 w/ Casey Cline

October 12, 2026

Casey’s running story starts with summer camping trips, where she raced anyone who would line up and tried her hardest to beat the boys. Thirty-plus marathons later, she’s a landscape architect and run coach who credits curiosity for just about everything.We talk about how it took seven marathons to qualify for Boston, how canceled races during COVID nudged her toward her first 50K, and how ultras eventually led her to the CCC on the Mont Blanc trail. Casey also walks through her most recent ...

145: Back Where It All Began: Running Sydney, the City That Became Home w/ Sandy Engler

October 05, 2026

When Sandy moved from Switzerland to Australia in 2020, she was quickly swept into the country's active, early-morning lifestyle, though running wasn't on her radar yet. That changed when the owner of her community gym dared her to try a 5K trial, and her competitive streak did the rest. A friend's nudge (and a little FOMO) got her signed up for the Cairns half marathon, which she ran alongside her run buddy Amy, catching the sunrise and realizing she was having a blast. By the celebration th...

144: A Bad Race Doesn't Erase the Training: Unfinished Business w/ Steve Carrier

September 28, 2026

Steve Carrier spent decades lifting heavy and hated cardio for a long time. When COVID closed the gyms, he started hiking and kayaking with his wife, and after she mentioned a 5K she wanted to do, he decided to give running a try. That race never happened, but Steve fell in love with running anyway. A few months in, he found the Central Mass Striders through a Facebook group, and their Sunday long runs slowly built him from a 3.5-mile loop to a half marathon, a year full of halves, and eventu...

Frequently asked questions

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My First Marathon
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How do I get in touch with My First Marathon?

Its publicly listed email is myfirstmarathonpod@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for My First Marathon?

The publicly listed email for My First Marathon: myfirstmarathonpod@gmail.com.

How many listeners does My First Marathon have?

Podseeker estimates My First Marathon reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for My First Marathon?

My First Marathon typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: First-time marathoners or runners with a distinctive, relatable personal journey involving training, setbacks, recovery, community, or race-day experiences. Common among recent guests: Completed a first marathon; Overcame significant training or health-related obstacles; Built or participated in a running community. Recent guests include Sierra Wehrenberg, Barry Scruggs, and Abia Mallick.

How hard is it to get booked on My First Marathon?

Very low. It books a wide range of guests, so a guest with a relevant story and a clear idea has a strong chance.

What topics does My First Marathon cover?

Recent episodes cover Marathon, Running, Endurance Sports, Training, and Fitness. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

myfirstmarathonpod@gmail.com

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