Post Run High

What if becoming wildly successful didn’t feel the way you thought it would? Lucy Guo became the youngest self-made female billionaire in the world — but what she learned about money, ambition, and identity might surprise you. As a co-founder of Scale AI she (an AI unicorn) she shares her thoughts on AI and how to best prepare yourself for what is coming. In this episode, we talk about what it actually takes to build something at the highest level, why money doesn’t solve the problems you think it will, and how your environment, network, and willingness to take risks shape everything. Lucy shares the realities behind building billion-dollar companies, the pressure that comes with success, and why some of the most important decisions have nothing to do with intelligence — and everything to do with how you think. If you’ve ever felt behind, questioned your path, or wondered what it really takes to “make it,” this episode will change how you see success.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you do when you achieve everything you set out to accomplish — and it still doesn’t feel like enough? Allyson Felix is the most decorated track and field athlete of all time: 11 Olympic medals. 5 Olympic Games. But the most important lesson of her career had nothing to do with winning. In this episode, Allyson opens up about: the grief of losing the identity you’ve built your life around what it really felt like to win silver when the world expected gold training at 4am in the dark while pregnant to hide it from sponsors the New York Times op-ed that forced Nike to change maternity policy and the moment she stopped tying her worth to her results Whether you're chasing a goal right now — or wondering what comes after you reach it — this conversation will change how you think about success, identity, and what you're really running toward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve been told that blood sugar only matters if you have diabetes — but that’s not true. Biochemist and bestselling author Jessie Inchauspé (known as the “Glucose Goddess”) joins Kate to explain why blood sugar spikes affect energy, cravings, hormones, fertility, aging, and long-term health — even if you’re otherwise healthy. Jessie breaks down the simple science behind glucose and shares practical hacks that can help stabilize blood sugar, reduce cravings, and improve energy throughout the day. They also talk about how blood sugar impacts pregnancy, PCOS, exercise performance, and why many foods marketed as “healthy” may actually be causing glucose spikes. If you’ve ever felt tired after eating, struggled with sugar cravings, or wondered why nutrition advice keeps changing — this conversation explains what’s really happening inside your body. In this episode you’ll learn: • The biggest myth about blood sugar and metabolism• The 5 simple hacks that can reduce glucose spikes• Why food order can dramatically change your energy levels• The surprising truth about oat milk, fruit juice, and “healthy” foods• How blood sugar impacts cravings, fatigue, and weight gain• The connection between glucose, PCOS, fertility, and pregnancy• Why walking after meals can improve metabolic health• How muscle, stress, and sleep affect blood sugar levels About Jessie: Jessie Inchauspé is a French biochemist and the author of the bestselling books Glucose Revolution and The Glucose Goddess Method. Through her research and content, she translates complex metabolic science into simple habits that millions of people use to improve their health.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Andy Galpin, exercise physiologist and human performance researcher, gives science-based guidance for women's health across decades and pregnancy. He covers bone density timing, why sleep is a top performance lever, how training harder can backfire, and simple athlete practices most people skip. Practical focus on consistency, individualization, and safe training through life stages.

Kylan Darnell went from a town of 1,500 people in rural Ohio to 200,000 followers in a single day — and nobody was more shocked than her. In this episode, the University of Alabama senior, Rush Talk icon, and former Miss Ohio Teen USA gets real about what overnight fame actually costs, why being a perfectionist nearly broke her, and how she rebuilt her confidence from the inside out. We get into the hidden pressure of being a public figure on a college campus, what it was like watching her sister and mom join her online, the sorority call that devastated her during 2025 Bama Rush, making $100K in a month as a college student, and why dropping the perfect version of herself was the best thing she ever did. Plus — Kylan teases what's coming next for the Darnell family, her move to New York, and her future in sports broadcasting. In this episode we cover: Going from 1,500 people in rural Ohio to 200K followers overnight The hidden pressure of being famous on a college campus Making $100K in a month as a college student The 2025 Bama Rush call that devastated her Why perfectionism was crippling her Her sister Izzy and Mama T joining her online What's next — New York and sports broadcasting See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oz Pearlman, a world‑renowned mentalist, bestselling author, and endurance runner, shares lessons from performance and ultrarunning. He breaks down likability, how to confidently approach people, a simple name‑remembering formula, and why memorability often outshines raw talent. Practical mental habits and routines for resilience and memorable presence are highlighted.

ESPN’s lead NBA host and one of the most trusted voices in sports media joins Kate for a thoughtful conversation about preparation, confidence, and performing under pressure. They explore what it takes to succeed in high-visibility roles, from building self-trust and handling criticism to staying grounded while expectations and scrutiny continue to rise. The discussion also dives into the mindset behind consistent performance, why preparation creates confidence, and how to balance growth with self-compassion in demanding careers. This episode offers insight for anyone navigating ambition, visibility, and the pressure to show up at a high level—on camera or off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Mindy Pelz is a bestselling author and leading voice in women’s health who has spent decades studying how hormones impact training, metabolism, and longevity. She explains why most workout advice is built around male biology — and why that approach often leads to injury, burnout, and stalled results for women. From the menstrual cycle to pregnancy and menopause, Dr. Pelz breaks down how women should actually train to support hormones, strength, and long-term health. She explains: Why women shouldn’t train the same way men do How female hormones change strength, cardio, and recovery When women should push harder — and when rest matters more Why overtraining backfires for women as they age How to think about fitness through a longevity-first lens This conversation reframes fitness for women at every stage of life — and offers a smarter, more sustainable way to train.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harvey Mason Jr. has worked with some of the most influential artists in history — and now leads the Grammys. In this conversation, the Recording Academy CEO reflects on what he learned from working closely with icons like Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, and Mariah Carey, and how those lessons shaped the way he thinks about excellence, pressure, and creative longevity. He also opens up about the Grammys: how voting actually works, why it remains peer-led, what changed after public criticism, and what most people never see in the weeks leading up to music’s biggest night. This episode is about greatness — how it’s built, how it’s sustained, and how it’s judged — from someone who has lived on both sides of it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jamie breaks down what really happened after his Shark Tank pitch, how visibility mattered more than the deal itself, and why building a fast-growing hardware company can be dangerous. He explains the brutal cash cycles behind Ring’s growth, how close the company came to running out of money, and what ultimately led to selling Ring to Amazon for over $1 billion. Beyond business, Jamie talks about running as a daily reset, why he hires people who think like marathoners, how consistency compounds over time, and what it takes to keep making decisions when there’s no clear finish line. He also shares how mission — not products — scaled Ring, and why building things that genuinely help people has guided every phase of his career. A wide-ranging conversation on endurance, uncertainty, and what long-term progress actually feels like while you’re still in it. Follow & ConnectPost Run High Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postrunhigh/Kate Mackz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katemackz/Kate Mackz YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KateMackzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.