C Tolle Run

This special episode was recorded live in front of an amazing audience during the 2025 Twin Cities Marathon weekend, and our guest needs no introduction! The one and only Courtney Dauwalter, ultra running’s GOAT, joins us for a candid and fun conversation just ahead of her first competitive road marathon. Courtney opens up about her epic ultra running career, how she stays motivated mile after mil...

Exciting news! I’m partnering with RunDot to launch the brand-new RunDot Podcast! In this launch episode, I sit down with my producer, Andrew Harley to talk about the mission behind the RunDot Podcast and what our listeners can expect from this new show. Don’t worry, C Tolle Run isn’t going anywhere! We’re just adding more. While C Tolle Run will keep sharing inspiring stories from the running wor...

Founded in 2001 as a non-profit training center, ZAP Endurance became a cornerstone in the running community, helping everyone from recreational runners rediscover the sport to coaching elite athletes chasing World Championship and Olympic dreams. Now, as ZAP closes its doors, Carrie sits down with co-founders Pete and Zika Rea to reflect on over two decades of impact. In this heartfelt conversati...

Olympian Jenny Simpson returns to the C Tolle Run Podcast! This time she is joined by her husband, Jason Simpson, a fellow competitive runner. Following Jenny’s remarkable professional running career, the couple hit the road with their two dogs in an RV to embark on a cross-country adventure they call The Run U.S.A. Tour. Their mission? To connect with and celebrate the American running community...

C Tolle Run is back and what better way to kick things off than with the people who know Carrie Tollefson best: her parents, John and Ginger Tollefson. In this heartwarming and candid episode, they share how they met, what it was like raising three very different daughters, and the unique journey of parenting a young athlete all the way through the Olympic Games. As Carrie progressed from record s...

Carrie chats with the legendary Jenny Simpson! The Olympian, World Championship medalist, and 11-time US champion reflects on her incredible journey through the Great World Race and a possible farewell at the TCS New York City Marathon. Jenny also shares stories from her upcoming year-long adventure, "Jenny and Jason Run USA," traveling across the country with her husband and their two dogs.

Carrie chats with Rhonda Vetere, a global executive, STEM ambassador, speaker, mentor, 2x author, triathlete, and 6-star World Major Marathon finisher! Rhonda shares how she balances a high-powered career with intense training, her journey into sports and STEM, and how she continues to inspire others to get after it every day.

Carrie shares a live podcast with Minnesota Distance Elite! Join Carrie as she connects with Coach Chris Lundstrom and 21 team members from this Minneapolis-based distance training powerhouse. They discuss the team’s history of producing Olympians and national champions, what it takes to stay competitive, and how fans can support their journey to make U.S. teams.

Carrie takes us through an action-packed weekend at the Abbott Dash to the Finish Line 5K, which doubled as the USATF 5K National Championships, and shares a lively recap of the TCS NYC Marathon! Tune in to hear about her whirlwind four days leading up to the marathon, complete with fun and insightful interviews with the newly crowned 5K champions (Annie Rodenfels, Ahmed Mohammed, and Zariel Macch...

Carrie chats with the unstoppable Sara Vaughn—mother of four, realtor, and elite runner for Puma. Sara shares her journey of navigating second chances, including a quick pivot to run the NYC Marathon after getting sidelined by illness in Chicago. They dive into her family life, a coaching change, and how her kids are finding their own passion for running. Sara also talks about her latest ventures...

Carrie chats with 3-time Olympian Shannon Rowbury, one of the most decorated middle-distance runners in U.S. history! They discuss Shannon’s recent upgrade to the 2012 Olympic Bronze medal, the highs and lows of the sport, and her current goals as she trains for the NYC Marathon. Shannon shares her mindset as she approaches this new distance, how running now feeds her heart and spirit, and life af...

Carrie chats with Tommie Runz! Tommie returns to the show to share his incredible journey of running all 6 Abbott World Marathon Majors in a single year. He discusses his experience running the New York City Marathon to raise funds for Release Recovery, how he balances training, staying healthy, managing jetlag, and his goals for the future.

Carrie chats with Anthony D’Amato and Danny Docherty! They dive into Anthony’s many roles, from husband of elite runner Keira D’Amato to Lieutenant Colonel in the Air Force, and his training for Project Breaking Forty at the 2024 Chicago Marathon. Danny, a two-time Olympic Trials qualifier and accomplished coach, shares his insights on their athlete-coach relationship, grading Anthony’s progress,...

Carrie chats with Olympian and multi-talented creative Alexi Pappas! They discuss Alexi's experience guiding visually impaired runner Lisa Thompson at marathons like Boston, Chicago, and London, as well as their plans for the upcoming Berlin Marathon. Alexi also shares about her shoulder injury and time at the Paris Olympics, how running has inspired them to take chances in life, her new podcast "...

Carrie chats with professional runner Vince Ciattei! Vince shares insights on his journey into running, from his standout high school and college days to narrowly missing the Olympic team. They dive into his evolving mindset, the importance of consistency, and how he's finding joy in what's next. Vince also opens up about his family, his passion for music (especially the saxophone!), and his love...

Carrie chats with marathoner Savannah Berry! They discuss Savannah’s incredible journey, including her 12th place finish at the Olympic Trials Marathon, her recent success at the USATF 20K National Championships, and how she balances training for the NYC Marathon with mentoring students at Utah Valley University. Savannah opens up about the highs and lows of her running career, her love for the ma...

Carrie recaps her exciting weekend at the 2024 NYRR NB Fifth Avenue Mile! Fresh off the Paris Olympic Games, she dives into all the action, from a press conference with Josh Kerr, Emma Coburn, and Emily Mackay to calling the race alongside fellow Olympians and broadcasters. Carrie breaks down the thrilling women’s race, where Karissa Schweizer tied the course record in a stunning finish, and the m...

Carrie chats with professional runner Katelyn Tuohy! They dive into Katelyn's incredible journey, from dominating high school and collegiate running to navigating the ups and downs of being a standout athlete. Katelyn shares insights on recovering from a major injury, the pressure of being in the spotlight, and her experience racing in Europe for the first time. They also talk about her close-knit...

Carrie chats with Carrie Birth-Davis, the Director of Sports Marketing at Procter & Gamble! They discuss Carrie's amazing work with P&G, from supporting athletes at the Olympics with initiatives like the Pampers nursery and the Olympic Village hair salon to providing essential products for competitors. Carrie also opens up about her journey chasing her Abbott Marathon Major star, her perso...

Carrie chats with Juliette Whittaker, the youngest female member of the US Olympic Track and Field Team! Juliette shares her experience running in the 800m final in Paris, her favorite moments from the Olympics (including the famous chocolate chip muffins and cardboard beds!), and what it was like to share this journey with her sister Bella. They also dive into her impressive career at Stanford, h...

Fresh off the plane from Paris, Carrie shares her experiences participating in the Olympic Broadcast Service as part of the 2024 Olympic Games! She shares what her role was, her anxieties and fears around the gig, her favorite part of the games, and so much more!

Carrie catches up with Peloton instructor Becs Gentry, who recently made an exciting announcement! In this episode, Becs shares her plans to participate in the Great World Race: 7 marathons in 7 days on 7 continents. They also discuss Becs’ new gig in Paris with NBC, along with some fun rapid fire and so much more!

Carrie welcomes back Sharon Lokedi, NCAA Champ and professional runner for Under Armour Mission Run Dark Sky Distance. Sharon, the 2022 NYCM Champion, has been on a streak, placing third in NY in 2023 and second at the 2024 Boston Marathon. Now, she adds Olympian to her achievements, having just been selected to the Kenyan team for Paris 2024. Sharon shares her journey to this exciting news, from...

Carrie chats with 2X US Olympian and American Record holder Emily Sisson! They discuss Emily's preparation for the 2024 Olympic Marathon in Paris, including her physical and mental readiness, the importance of her team, and overcoming major obstacles. Emily also shares insights on her fueling and hydration, and so much more!

Carrie chats with Keira D’Amato, the versatile professional runner and American record holder! They discuss Keira's recent big announcements, including her move to the west coast to train under 2X Olympian Ed Eyestone in Utah and her commitment to run the Chicago Marathon in October 2024. Keira shares insights from her journey, from balancing her roles as a mom, wife, entrepreneur, and real estate...