by Route 66 Marathon
Welcome to the Route 66 Marathon Podcast, the show where we celebrate the people, stories and spirit behind Tulsa’s most iconic race weekend. Whether you’re chasing a PR, tackling your first 5K or just love the energy of race day, this podcast is your go-to source for all things Route 66 — from training tips to inspiring conversations with runners from all walks of life. This show isn’t just about miles, it’s about the journey. So lace up, plug in and let’s Rock the Route together.
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November 18, 2025
<p>After a near-fatal car accident left her with a fractured spine and a cervical fusion, Jackie Helm refused to let her story end in the wreckage.</p><p>In this powerful Route 66 Marathon Podcast episode, Jackie walks us through her remarkable comeback — from relearning how to move post-surgery, to training for her first Route 66 Half Marathon, to rebuilding her strength and identity after a devastating ulcerative colitis diagnosis.</p><p>Now a nutrition coach, athlete and Route 66 Marathon ambassador, Jackie shares how proper fueling, intentional recovery and unwavering faith helped her regain control of her life. </p><p>If you’ve struggled, lost momentum or felt stuck this training cycle, Jackie’s story is exactly what you need:</p><p>a reminder that setbacks don’t define you — your response does.</p><p>Get ready for a raw, uplifting and deeply inspiring conversation that brings race-week energy back to the podcast.</p>
September 23, 2025
<p>First-time marathoner Amanda Vavra joins the show to share her inspiring journey from 5K starter to Route 66 Marathon finisher in the making. </p><p>A Tulsa native with deep family roots in the community, Vavra opens up about reclaiming her body and her voice after years focused on motherhood and career. She talks about training with her husband (who tracks the splits), raising a young runner and finding her stride — mentally and physically.</p><p>From balancing work and family life to setting sights on international races and the Abbott World Marathon Majors, Vavra's story is about chasing bold goals with grace, grit and a whole lot of vibes. </p><p>Her mantra? “This is hard, but I’m harder.” Tune in to hear why that mindset might just carry her all the way to the finish line on race day.</p>
September 2, 2025
<p>In this episode of the Route 66 Marathon Podcast, we sit down with Travis McCullar, a guy who stared down the scale at 380 pounds and ran his way into a completely different life. </p><p>Through shutdowns, setbacks and shoeless marathons, Travis never quit. He kept showing up, and that consistency paid off with more than 200 pounds lost, 40+ mile training weeks and a heart for pacing others to the finish line.</p><p>Travis talks about what sparked the journey, how running became his lifeline and why helping others now fuels his fire. If you’re looking for motivation, grit or just a reminder that it is not too late to change — this episode is it.</p><p>Plus, you’ll hear about his favorite races, what keeps him grounded and the story behind his Instagram name: @whatkeepsmerunning.</p><p>Use his code TRAVIS66 to get $10 off your Route 66 Marathon registration.</p>
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Welcome to the Route 66 Marathon Podcast, the show where we celebrate the people, stories and spirit behind Tulsa’s most iconic race weekend.
Whether you’re chasing a PR, tackling your first 5K or just love the energy of race day, this podcast is your go-to source for all things Route 66 — from training tips to inspiring conversations with runners from all walks of life.
This show isn’t just about miles, it’s about the journey. So lace up, plug in and let’s Rock the Route together.
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