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Joyful Journeys

Joyful Journeys

By: GOTR NOVA
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 Welcome to the Girls on the Run of Northern Virginia Joyful Journeys Interview Series, the podcast highlighting inspirational individuals in the GOTR and NOVA communities. Join us as we hear from a wide array of powerful women, following along with the GOTR curriculum and matching the practice themes each week.

Each episode will feature empowering conversations with public professionals, GOTR volunteers, and program alumni, to name a few. From overcoming obstacles to discovering their inner strength, these stories will uplift and motivate listeners of all ages.

Get ready for a dose of positivity, resilience, and the infectious spirit of Girls on the Run. Whether you're a parent, educator, or someone passionate about empowering the next generation, this podcast is your invitation to be part of the joyful journeys that define Girls on the Run.

You can expect a new episode each week during our spring and fall seasons.Copyright GOTR NOVA Economics Management Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • 2009 - Hailey Walcott

    2009 - Hailey Walcott
    Jul 10 2025
    In this episode, we’re joined by Hailey Wilcott, a former Girls on the Run participant whose journey has come full circle. Now a sports photographer on the side working with some of the biggest teams in the D.C. area, Hailey shares how the lessons she learned as a young girl in GOTR continue to influence her life today.

    Hailey talks about how the people around her—coaches, teammates, and her support system—shaped her GOTR experience and gave her the confidence to chase her dreams. Her story is a vibrant reminder that when you follow your passions and surround yourself with the right people, your work truly can feel like joy.
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    13 mins
  • 2002 & 2008 - Mimi Dabestani & Cailor MacIntyre

    2002 & 2008 - Mimi Dabestani & Cailor MacIntyre
    Jun 4 2025
    This episode comes to you from an unexpected (and awesome) location, the steampunk studio! Thanks to a serendipitous connection, we met Mimi and Cailor, two Girls on the Run NOVA alum who had no idea they shared this connection.

    Tune in to hear how their worlds unexpectedly collided and what these creative trailblazers are up to now as they design, disrupt, and repeat.
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    18 mins
  • 2012 - Katelynn Argo

    2012 - Katelynn Argo
    Apr 16 2025
    Katelynn Argo - Girls on the Run participant, Junior Coach, and BIG supporter. Join us as we chat with Katelynn Argo, a former Girls on the Run participant, Junior Coach, and passionate supporter of the program. Katelynn shares how GOTR helped her find community after moving to a new state and laid the foundation for her future career. Her story highlights the power of teamwork, confidence, and leadership skills built from a young age.
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    14 mins

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