A Little Christmas Magic to End the Year.

To wrap up our final episode of the year, we were lucky enough to welcome a very special guest into the studio, Santa Claus himself!

We talk laughs, reindeer, chimneys, and the magic of Christmas, while also sharing kind reminders about resilience, joy, and taking care of ourselves during a busy season.

A huge thank-you to Jesse Pretorius for bringing Santa to life and helping us end the year with warmth, smiles, and a little North Pole magic.

This episode is all about fun, kindness, and finishing the year strong, we hope it brings a smile to your face and some holiday cheer to your heart. ❤️🎄

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From her life before running, to conquering Comrades and earning back-to-back Bill Rowan finishes, this conversation dives deep into mental toughness, women’s mental health, and the power of community. Raw, honest, and unapologetic, this episode proves that grit beats talent when talent doesn’t show up.

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We dive into the moment his competitive fire reignited, how he trains at a world-class level, the mental battles behind the physical ones, and what it really takes to rise when life hits hardest. This is more than a story about sport — it’s a masterclass in resilience, perspective, and human potential.

If you’ve ever faced adversity, struggled with identity, or needed proof that strength is a choice, this episode will hit home.