Welcome to Post Run High with Kate Mackz

Country Music Tour

Jon Pardi's Preparation

A Glimpse into our Run

Venue Setup and Stage Wardrobe

California Roots

From Football to Music: Jon's Early Life

Nashville Bound: The Journey Begins

The Evolution of Jon Pardi's Sound

Songwriting Secrets and the Nashville Scene

Balancing Family and Career

Balancing Tour Life and Songwriting

The Art of Co-Writing

Nashville Dreams: Advice for Aspiring Artists

Building Resilience in the Music Industry

Family Life and Social Media Challenges

The Power of Imagination in Childhood

Stories Behind Jon's Songs

Upcoming Events and Music Recommendations

Jon Pardi's full story in making it in country music and life on tour.

In this episode, country star Jon Pardi joins for a post-run chat in Connecticut ahead of his show. He talks about the stamina it takes to tour, his competitive spirit, and the fitness routine that keeps his performances high-energy. Jon reflects on growing up in Dixon, California, the work ethic that shaped him, and his move to Nashville, where he honed his craft before breaking out with Head Over Boots and California Sunrise. He also opens up about life on the road, family, and the lessons learned along the way — offering an authentic look at the heart, humor, and hustle behind one of country music’s most genuine modern voices.

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Kate Mackz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katemackz/

Jon Pardi's full story in making it in country music and life on tour.
In this episode, country star Jon Pardi joins for a post-run chat in Connecticut ahead of his show. He talks about the stamina it takes to tour, his competitive spirit, and the fitness routine that keeps his performances high-energy. Jon reflects on growing up in Dixon, California, the work ethic that shaped him, and his move to Nashville, where he honed his craft before breaking out with Head Over Boots and California Sunrise. He also opens up about life on the road, family, and the lessons learned along the way &mdash; offering an authentic look at the heart, humor, and hustle behind one of country music&rsquo;s most genuine modern voices.
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Kate Mackz YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@KateMackz">https://www.youtube.com/@KateMackz</a>
Kate Mackz Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/katemackz/">https://www.instagram.com/katemackz/</a>

Post Run High features conversations with high-performing founders, athletes, artists, health and science experts, and leaders about what it really takes to succeed. Through honest, post-movement conversations, guests share how they’ve navigated challenges, built resilience, and used movement as a tool for clarity, discipline, and growth. Each episode explores the mindset behind performance — what keeps people going when things get hard — and offers tangible advice listeners can apply in their everyday lives.

Post Run High features conversations with high-performing founders, athletes, artists, health and science experts, and leaders about what it really takes to succeed.&nbsp;Through honest, post-movement conversations, guests share how they&rsquo;ve navigated challenges, built resilience, and used movement as a tool for clarity, discipline, and growth.&nbsp;Each episode explores the mindset behind performance &mdash; what keeps people going when things get hard &mdash; and offers tangible advice listeners can apply in their everyday lives.
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Post Run High

Post Run High is a podcast about honest conversations that happen when people slow down and let their guard drop.

Hosted by Kate Mackz, the show brings together founders, creators, athletes, artists, and thinkers to talk about performance, identity, pressure, and the moments that shape who we become. Recorded after a run, walk, or shared movement, these conversations tap into the clarity that often comes when the body is tired and the mind is open.

This isn’t a show about success on paper. It’s about what people carry behind the scenes — how they cope with doubt, navigate change, stay disciplined, and keep going when things get hard. Post Run High is a space for reflection, perspective, and real insight you can take into your own life.

Post Run High is a podcast about honest conversations that happen when people slow down and let their guard drop.
Hosted by Kate Mackz, the show brings together founders, creators, athletes, artists, and thinkers to talk about performance, identity, pressure, and the moments that shape who we become. Recorded after a run, walk, or shared movement, these conversations tap into the clarity that often comes when the body is tired and the mind is open.
This isn&rsquo;t a show about success on paper. It&rsquo;s about what people carry behind the scenes &mdash; how they cope with doubt, navigate change, stay disciplined, and keep going when things get hard. Post Run High is a space for reflection, perspective, and real insight you can take into your own life.

Post Run High with Kate Mackz

Jon Pardi: His Country Music Journey and The Untold Stories Behind His Biggest Hits

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The Unintended Billionaire

From Fremont to Carnegie Mellon

The Thiel Fellowship: A Turning Point

Scale AI: From API to Startup

The Birth of Scale AI: From Healthcare App to

The Power of Networking and Learning from the

Hiring and Retaining Top Talent: The

The Challenges of Wealth and Celebrity Status

AI's Impact on Society and the Future of Work

The Creator Economy and Passes: Monetizing

The Entrepreneurial Spirit: Always Learning

Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

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.

What if becoming wildly successful didn&rsquo;t feel the way you thought it would?
Lucy Guo became the youngest self-made female billionaire in the world &mdash; 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&rsquo;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 &mdash; and everything to do with how you think.
If you&rsquo;ve ever felt behind, questioned your path, or wondered what it really takes to &ldquo;make it,&rdquo; this episode will change how you see success.

The Youngest Self-Made Female Billionaire on Money, Success, and AI | Lucy Guo

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From Athlete to Entrepreneur: Finding a New

The Grief Nobody Talks About

The Grief of Retirement

The Challenges of Staying at the Top

The Joy of Track Workouts

Life After the Track

Growing Up in Los Angeles and Discovering

Going Pro at 17

Managing Global Pressure

The Impact of Social Media on Athletes

Olympic Experiences and Silver Medal

The Truth About Silver

The Art of Visualization and Race Strategy

How Champions Prepare

Advice for Young Athletes

The Perfect Race

Strategies for Sprinting Success

The Perfect Race: A Memorable Olympic

The Emotional Toll of Olympic Trials

Overcoming Self-Doubt in Athletics

Empowering Women in Sports: A Full Circle

Training at 4am While Pregnant

The Maternity Leave Debate and Nike's Policy

Finding Your Voice as an Athlete and Mother

Postpartum Recovery and Returning to Training

The Evolution of Running and Motherhood

The Running Gene and Parenting Style

Reflecting on a Life of Growth and Impact

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.

What do you do when you achieve everything you set out to accomplish &mdash; and it still doesn&rsquo;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:
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the grief of losing the identity you&rsquo;ve built your life around
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what it really felt like to win silver when the world expected gold
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training at 4am in the dark while pregnant to hide it from sponsors
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the New York Times op-ed that forced Nike to change maternity policy
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and the moment she stopped tying her worth to her results
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Whether you're chasing a goal right now &mdash; or wondering what comes after you reach it &mdash; this conversation will change how you think about success, identity, and what you're really running toward.

Allyson Felix - How to Handle Pressure, Failure, and Reinvent Yourself as an Olympian

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Understanding Glucose and Its Effects

Jesse's Journey into Glucose Research

The Truth About Glucose and Our Bodies

The Effects of Glucose Spikes

Using Glucose Monitors for Tracking

The Importance of Balanced Glucose for Weight

Cultural Differences in Glucose Management

Debunking the Diabetes Myth

Five Practical Tips for Glucose Management

The Impact of Food Order on Glucose Spikes

Coffee and Glucose Spikes

Navigating Grocery Stores and Healthy Choices

Jesse's Typical Grocery Shopping List

The Effects of Stress on Glucose Levels

Exercise and Glucose Management

Pregnancy and Glucose Management

The Four Pillars of Pregnancy Nutrition

The Importance of Glucose Management

The Critical Role of Choline in Brain

Protein: Building Blocks for Baby's Growth

Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Brain Power for Babies

Pregnancy as a Critical Window of Opportunity

Navigating Morning Sickness and Nutrient

PCOS, Insulin, and Fertility

The Glucose Connection to Alzheimer's and

Debunking Glucose Myths and Misconceptions

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.

We&rsquo;ve been told that blood sugar only matters if you have diabetes &mdash; but that&rsquo;s not true.
Biochemist and bestselling author Jessie Inchausp&eacute; (known as the &ldquo;Glucose Goddess&rdquo;) joins Kate to explain why blood sugar spikes affect energy, cravings, hormones, fertility, aging, and long-term health &mdash; even if you&rsquo;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 &ldquo;healthy&rdquo; may actually be causing glucose spikes.
If you&rsquo;ve ever felt tired after eating, struggled with sugar cravings, or wondered why nutrition advice keeps changing &mdash; this conversation explains what&rsquo;s really happening inside your body.
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In this episode you&rsquo;ll learn:
&bull; The biggest myth about blood sugar and metabolism &bull; The 5 simple hacks that can reduce glucose spikes &bull; Why food order can dramatically change your energy levels &bull; The surprising truth about oat milk, fruit juice, and &ldquo;healthy&rdquo; foods &bull; How blood sugar impacts cravings, fatigue, and weight gain &bull; The connection between glucose, PCOS, fertility, and pregnancy &bull; Why walking after meals can improve metabolic health &bull; How muscle, stress, and sleep affect blood sugar levels
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About Jessie:
Jessie Inchausp&eacute; 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.

Why You're Always Tired, Hungry & Craving Sugar | The Glucose Expert

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Jon Pardi: His Country Music Journey and The Untold Stories Behind His Biggest Hits

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