Welcome to Post Run High

Movement and Competition

From Commercials to Broadway

Victorious and the Nickelodeon Era

The Challenges of Child Stardom

Love and Music: Liz's Personal Life

Finding Balance

Little Shop of Horrors

Reflections on Career Growth and Friendship

Closing Thoughts and Future Projects

Victorious star, Liz Gillies, reflects on her time at Nickelodeon and Broadway.

Liz Gillies joins us for a candid conversation about her journey from Broadway to Victorious and beyond. She opens up about her childhood acting days, performing in 13 with Ariana Grande, the audition that led to Jade West, and how Nickelodeon shaped her life. Liz also reflects on moments of doubt in the industry, the pressure of being an actress, and the differences between Broadway and TV. With stories about board games at the Grande household, her marriage, and the key to longevity in her career, this interview offers a rare and authentic look at Liz Gillies’ life on and off screen.

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Victorious star, Liz Gillies, reflects on her time at Nickelodeon and Broadway.
Liz Gillies joins us for a candid conversation about her journey from Broadway to Victorious and beyond. She opens up about her childhood acting days, performing in 13 with Ariana Grande, the audition that led to Jade West, and how Nickelodeon shaped her life. Liz also reflects on moments of doubt in the industry, the pressure of being an actress, and the differences between Broadway and TV. With stories about board games at the Grande household, her marriage, and the key to longevity in her career, this interview offers a rare and authentic look at Liz Gillies&rsquo; life on and off screen.
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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

Elizabeth Gillies: From Broadway and Nickelodeon Star to New Chapters

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Trailer

What a Mentalist Actually Does

Running, Obsession & Creative Flow

Why He Finally Wrote the Book

David Goggins & Training the Mind

Paying for College & Learning to Hustle

The 153-Mile Race That Broke Him

Quitting Wall Street the Smart Way

How to Walk Into Any Room With Confidence

The Secret to Remembering Everyone’s Name

Ask Better Questions (Not the Obvious Ones)

How He Hooked Barack Obama in 30 Seconds

What He Notices in the First 10 Seconds

Listen. Repeat. Reply.

Can You Learn to Be More Likable?

Leaving Merrill Lynch to Bet on Himself

Magic vs. Mentalism

Live Mentalism Demo

World-renowned mentalist and New York Times bestselling author Oz Pearlman has spent three decades studying how people think — and how to influence what they do next.

But he’s also an elite marathoner and ultrarunner.

In this episode of Post Run High, Oz breaks down the mindset behind his performances — and the lessons endurance sports taught him about confidence, memorability, and mental toughness.

We talk about:

• The psychology behind instant likability
• How to approach anyone without feeling awkward
• The simple formula to never forget someone’s name
• Why memorability beats talent
• What ultramarathons reveal about resilience
• The mindset that helped him leave Wall Street to bet on himself

This isn’t about magic tricks. It’s about understanding people — and learning how to master your own mind.

World-renowned mentalist and New York Times bestselling author Oz Pearlman has spent three decades studying how people think &mdash; and how to influence what they do next.
But he&rsquo;s also an elite marathoner and ultrarunner.
In this episode of Post Run High, Oz breaks down the mindset behind his performances &mdash; and the lessons endurance sports taught him about confidence, memorability, and mental toughness.
We talk about:
&bull; The psychology behind instant likability &bull; How to approach anyone without feeling awkward &bull; The simple formula to never forget someone&rsquo;s name &bull; Why memorability beats talent &bull; What ultramarathons reveal about resilience &bull; The mindset that helped him leave Wall Street to bet on himself
This isn&rsquo;t about magic tricks. It&rsquo;s about understanding people &mdash; and learning how to master your own mind.

Oz Pearlman: How to Be More Confident, Memorable, and Impossible to Ignore

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/b8f82fb4-7c0c-4073-a375-b3f4014c5142/transcript

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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Elizabeth Gillies: From Broadway and Nickelodeon Star to New Chapters

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