Welcome to Post Run High

Balancing Work, Family, and Endurance Sports

CEO and Record-Breaking Runner

The 50K American Record: A Unique Achievement

The Mental Game of Ultra-Running

Life Hacks for Balancing Running and Work

The Importance of Proper Running Form

Mental Strategies for Racing

Nutrition and Supplements for Runners

The Complexity of Athletic Talent

"The Running Ground": A Book About Life

A Father's Journey: From Promise to Struggle

The Hardest Part: Choosing Characters

Finding the Perfect Title

The Simplicity and Universality of Running

Discipline, Pacing, and Career Success

Navigating the AI Revolution in Media

The Importance of Accuracy in AI Research

Book Promotion and Celebrity Endorsements

Final Thoughts and Book Impact

Inspiring Others to Take Up Running

Nicholas Thompson, CEO and world-class runner, opens up about how he became one of the fastest amateur distance runners in the country while balancing a demanding career as the CEO of The Atlantic. He shares the full arc of his running journey along with his most actionable tips for getting faster at any age. Nicholas also breaks down how he leads a major media company in the era of AI, how he structures his days to fit in 70+ mile weeks, and the mindset shifts that help him excel in both business and sport. A grounded, inspiring conversation for anyone looking to improve as a runner or leader.

Post Run High Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postrunhigh/

Kate Mackz YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KateMackz

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

Nicholas Thompson, CEO and world-class runner, opens up about how he became one of the fastest amateur distance runners in the country while balancing a demanding career as the CEO of The Atlantic. He shares the full arc of his running journey along with his most actionable tips for getting faster at any age. Nicholas also breaks down how he leads a major media company in the era of AI, how he structures his days to fit in 70+ mile weeks, and the mindset shifts that help him excel in both business and sport. A grounded, inspiring conversation for anyone looking to improve as a runner or leader.
Post Run High Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/postrunhigh/">https://www.instagram.com/postrunhigh/</a>
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

Nicholas Thompson: Record-Holding Runner & CEO Shares the Tricks That Drive Extreme Performance

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Malika's Intro

Running + Movement as Medicine

New York vs LA + Goals You Can Touch

Comparison, Perfectionism, and Judgement

Growing Up at ESPN + Hosting at 25

Writer to Live TV

Laughing at Yourself + Letting Mistakes Happen

Sports Fandom + Early Life Story

Authenticity Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All

Why Sports Journalism + Building Credibility

the End of the ‘Anchor Voice’

Taking the Leap: Fear, Reinvention, and Change

A Week in Malika’s Life at ESPN

NBA Draft Preperation

Dealing with Criticism

Pop Questions: Players, Interviews, Trash Talk

Everything you want is where

Closing + Where to Hear More

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.

ESPN&rsquo;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&mdash;on camera or off.

Malika Andrews: Confidence, Criticism & Preparing for High-Pressure Moments

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Why women shouldn’t train the same way men do

Male vs female hormones explained simply

How training the same backfires for women

Strength training across the menstrual cycle

Cardio, cortisol, and overtraining

Injury risk, joints, and estrogen

Training differently due to menopause

Why fear of carbs harm hormones

How to train for longevity, not burnout

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.

Dr. Mindy Pelz is a bestselling author and leading voice in women&rsquo;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 &mdash; 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:
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Why women shouldn&rsquo;t train the same way men do
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How female hormones change strength, cardio, and recovery
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When women should push harder &mdash; and when rest matters more
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Why overtraining backfires for women as they age
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How to think about fitness through a longevity-first lens
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This conversation reframes fitness for women at every stage of life &mdash; and offers a smarter, more sustainable way to train.

Dr. Mindy Pelz: Why Women Should Train Differently Than Men

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Intro Trailer: Inside the Grammys

Post Run High & the Athlete Mentality

From Basketball to Music: Finding His Path

Breaking In: Jingles, Studios & Early Career

Inside Grammys: Voting, Transparency, Change

Working With Michael Jackson & Whitney Houston

Advice for Artists, AI & the Future of Music

Leadership, Legacy & What’s Next

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.

Harvey Mason Jr. has worked with some of the most influential artists in history &mdash; 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&rsquo;s biggest night.
This episode is about greatness &mdash; how it&rsquo;s built, how it&rsquo;s sustained, and how it&rsquo;s judged &mdash; from someone who has lived on both sides of it.

Grammys CEO: Inside the Minds of Music’s Greatest Artists

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Nicholas Thompson: Record-Holding Runner & CEO Shares the Tricks That Drive Extreme Performance

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