880. LIVE from the 2026 Boston Marathon Expo with Annie Frisbie & Amanda Vestri
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In this live episode recorded at the 2026 Boston Marathon Expo, host Allie Feller welcomes two top American female marathoners, Annie Frisbee and Amanda Vestri, for a candid and energetic conversation ahead of the race. The duo, who were college roommates, share personal stories, training insights, and race-day strategies, highlighting their deep camaraderie and competitive drive. They discuss the growing depth of American women’s marathon talent, the unique challenges and chaos of the Boston course, and the importance of trusting one’s instincts during the race. Both athletes reflect on their personal journeys—Annie’s progression from a first-time marathoner to a top American contender, and Amanda’s impressive debut in New York and her Boston debut this year. The conversation also touches on quirky traditions like bottle decorating, race-day rituals, and even a wild boar encounter that Amanda narrowly escaped. With humor, heart, and wisdom, the panel ends with empowering pep talks for all runners, emphasizing joy, preparation, and staying true to oneself on race day.
Trust your instincts and race with heart, not just strategy—Boston rewards adaptability.
The depth of American women’s marathon talent is raising the bar for everyone.
Preparation and consistency matter more than last-minute tweaks—trust your training.
Race-day joy is a powerful motivator; remember why you started running.
Bottle decorating and race-day routines help build confidence and identity.
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Welcome to Boston Marathon Recap Mode
Host Allie Feller kicks off the episode with excitement for the Boston Marathon weekend, introducing the live panel at the Race Expo and setting the tone for a celebratory, community-focused conversation.
Meet the Stars: Annie Frisbee & Amanda Vestri
Allie introduces the two featured athletes—Annie Frisbee, a seasoned marathoner and top American finisher, and Amanda Vestri, a rising star and first-time Boston debutant—highlighting their recent performances and personal connection as former college roommates.
The Power of Routine & Roommate Chemistry
The athletes share their college roommate experience, revealing they were both 'grandma-like' in their routine, and discuss how their long-standing friendship brings comfort and trust into their competitive journey.
Race Mindset: One Word Answers & Emotional Readiness
Through a fun 'one word' game, the athletes reveal their mental states—Amanda is 'psyched', Annie is 'excited'—and discuss nerves, anticipation, and the emotional journey leading up to race day.
The Stacked Field & Competitive Spirit
“I think it makes us all better when that bar is being consistently raised and we're all sort of looking around to see who's fit and who's ready to have their breakout race.”
“I think it makes us all better when that bar is being consistently raised and we're all sort of looking around to see who's fit and who's ready to have their breakout race.”
“I love the races that are more chaotic in nature where they're not necessarily paced at an even split. Anything can happen at Boston.”
“I think there's a lot of great advice out there, but at the end of the day we're out there by ourselves competing against ourselves. So just listening to, you know, yourself...”
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Amanda Vestri
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Allie Feller
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2026 Boston Marathon
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Sunny D
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Dakota Popane
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Boston Athletic Association
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Mary Kate Shea
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