It's Marathon Monday!

Billy & Lisa in the Morning43mApril 20, 2026

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Billy and Lisa in the Morning celebrate Marathon Monday with a vibrant, energetic broadcast from the Planet Fitness KISS 108 studios, blending live updates from Hopkinton with celebrity gossip, sports recaps, and heartfelt personal stories. The episode centers on the Boston Marathon, highlighting 30,000 runners, 10,000 volunteers, and half a million spectators, while spotlighting Billy’s son Dylan Costa’s first marathon as the show’s official runner. The hosts dive into pre-race rituals, from barefoot runner Tampa Terrence to Dylan’s unique fueling strategy—high-fat, high-protein meals instead of carb-loading—while offering practical tips like layering clothing and using Vaseline on nipples. They also cover major pop culture moments from Coachella 2026, including Madonna’s surprise performance, Justin Bieber’s emotional reunion with Billie Eilish, and Olivia Rodrigo’s new song 'Drop Dead.' The show balances humor with sincerity, from a candid conversation about running injuries to a touching tribute to a listener’s niece running for Boston Children’s Hospital. The episode closes with a heartfelt call for community, gratitude, and the enduring spirit of the marathon.

Key Takeaways
1

Dylan Costa is running his first marathon as the Billy and Lisa Morning Show’s official runner—prepare for post-race cinnamon French toast at the Lenox Hotel.

2

Barefoot runner Tampa Terrence, trained with Rob Gronkowski, is making headlines for his unconventional approach to the Boston Marathon.

3

Avoid the 'pasta myth'—Dylan’s pre-race meal was ground beef, white rice, and scrambled eggs, proving carb-loading isn’t the only path to success.

4

Madonna’s Coachella performance was a historic, emotionally charged moment—lip-sync or not, the production was unforgettable.

5

Billie Eilish’s on-stage hug with Justin Bieber was a full-circle moment, symbolizing a lifelong fan’s dream come true.

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Chapters
0:00
3 min

Welcome to Marathon Monday

A win is a win. A win is a win. I don't care what y'all say. Yep, that's me, Clifford Taylor IV.

Highlight
3:00
7 min

Dylan’s Marathon Journey

I'm shooting for, you know, like 310 to 315 I'd be thrilled with. But, I mean, I'll just take a finish at this point.

Highlight
10:00
10 min

Coachella 2026 Highlights

When she was rising up and you could hear Vogue start, I was like, oh my God, this is insane.

Highlight
20:00
10 min

Marathon Tips & Runner Stories

The hosts share practical advice for runners, from layering clothing to using Vaseline on nipples. They feature listener stories, including Patrick running for Boston Medical Center and Jillian Mansfield cheering on 23 runners for the Joe and Druzy Foundation. The emotional weight of running in honor of loved ones is highlighted.

30:00
10 min

Pop Culture & Personal Reflections

The show dives into personal anecdotes, including Billy’s past with flatbed truck romance, Lisa’s Falmouth run plans, and the emotional backstory of Billie Eilish’s fandom. They also cover recent celebrity drama, including Cardi B’s outburst and Zayn Malik’s hospitalization.

High-Impact Quotes
My highest order bit is to not destroy the world with AI.
Sam Altman2:04
Viral: 92.0
When she was rising up and you could hear Vogue start, I was like, oh my God, this is insane.
Billy Costa27:56
Viral: 90.0
The world we live in is a competitive world, and I don't think that's going to stop.
Sam Altman22:20
Viral: 88.0
Speakers

Hosts

Billy CostaLisa Donovan

Guests

Dylan CostaPatrickJillian MansfieldLoose LucyEllen
Topics Discussed
Boston Marathon95%Marathon Training & Preparation88%Coachella 202685%Celebrity Performances82%Family & Personal Stories78%AI Ethics & Responsibility75%Podcast Promotions70%Listener Engagement68%
People & Brands

Boston Marathon

other

15xPositive

Billy Costa

person

12xPositive

Lisa Donovan

person

10xPositive

iHeartRadio

other

10xPositive

Dylan Costa

person

8xPositive

Clifford Taylor IV

person

6xPositive

The Clifford Show

media

6xPositive

Tampa Terrence

person

5xNeutral

Coachella 2026

other

5xPositive

Justin Bieber

person

4xPositive

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