Best MAG Productions Podcasts (2026)

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🎄 Home For The Holidays, OTQs From The Marathon Project, NCAA Drug Testing Controversy + High Level Running While Pregnant? 1:02:57

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Karen, Megan, and Rachel catch up on the runs they’ve been getting in back at their hometowns and what they've been up to over the holidays. The Chicks also break down some of the biggest OTQ highlights from The Marathon Project last weekend and what made the event stand out from other marathons. They also dig into a recent NCAA track and field con…

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The Truth About Passive Income in Real Estate with Axel Meierhoefer 46:04

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Want a clear way to replace your paycheck with rental income without turning your life upside down? We sit down with Axel Meierhoefer, founder of Ideal Wealth Grower, to unpack a practical, numbers-first system for building a cash-flow portfolio you can run in minutes a month. Axel shares how he went from Air Force officer to corporate executive to…

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🎁 Merry Chickmas! Holiday Gift Guide, Megan's Travel Updates, Karen's Return To Training + More CIM OTQ Highlights 1:13:44

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Merry Chickmas! Megan is back after a stretch of travel and catches us up on training, how a recent treadmill workout went wrong, and having to run in Nike Dunks shoes while away. She also shares about linking up with Tessa Barrett for a run in D.C. fresh off her 2:30 at CIM. Karen also shares her own running updates as she returns to running after…

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The Systems Every Growing Brand Needs with Lance Morgan 45:42

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The college price tag keeps climbing, but draining savings or delaying retirement doesn’t have to be your only option. We sit down with Lance Morgan, founder of College Funding Secrets, to map out a step-by-step approach for turning smart real estate moves and tax strategy into a reliable engine that pays for tuition while protecting your future. L…

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🎉 OTQ Highlights From CIM, Falling In Races, Rachel's Training Updates, Running Before Caffeine + Product Recs 53:01

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This week, Karen and Rachel break down some of the biggest OTQ stories from the California International Marathon, from Tessa Barrett’s redemption race (a 2:30 after her 2:34 at the unsanctioned Marine Corps Marathon) to a few of Rachel’s San Francisco training partners locking down their qualifiers. Megan’s out this week, but she’ll be back next e…

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Forsyth Mags Podcast – Episode 256: Cooper Scurry Facial Plastic Surgery 21:04

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This week, Dr. Cooper Scurry is joined by Kate Sink and Cherryel Scurry to discuss Cooper Scurry Facial Plastic Surgery’s evolution over the years. Kate describes the importance of proper skincare and various treatments she provides, Cherryel explains how diet and wellness impact patients’ overall satisfaction with their appearance, and Dr. Scurry …

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💁‍♀️ An Episode For The Girls: Karen's Egg Freezing Updates, Megan's Pelvic Floor Tips + Nike Lawsuit Over Carbon Plated Shoes? 55:00

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This one's for the gals! Karen gives an update on her egg-freezing journey as she reaches the halfway point of her cycle. Megan opens up about finding answers about her GI struggles after visiting a pelvic floor therapist and shares tips on how focusing on pelvic floor work can help female runners. Karen and Megan also break down the lawsuit everyo…

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Forsyth Mags Podcast – Episode 255: Fader Real Estate and Best of Winston 26:54

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Brooke welcomes the brains behind Fader Real Estate and Best of Winston, Clare Fader, to the studio to learn about the wizard behind the curtain of both businesses. Clare explains what she looks for when bringing new team members on board and how her teams serve as assets in helping locals and Winston-Salem newcomers stay in-the-know. Brooke also c…

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Mastering Micro-Scale CNC with Winston Moy 45:59

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Imagine turning a sketch into a sellable product without begging a factory for a slot or wiring cash for a risky MOQ. That’s the promise of CNC: computer-controlled cutting that gives you precision, repeatability, and creative freedom on your own schedule. We sit down with mechanical-engineer-turned-creator Winston Moy to unpack what CNC milling re…

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Forsyth Mags Podcast – Episode 254: The Swicegood Group, Inc. 30:40

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Lewis Swicegood and Ashton Burton visit Brooke and Tim to speak about their longstanding family auction business. Listen to find out how the duo deals with operating The Swicegood Group, the ins and outs of auctioneering, estate sales, and consignment sales, and what they’ve learned about themselves and the business along the way. Find the Swicegoo…

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💫 Megan’s PB Recap From Indy, Karen’s Future Plans, Ideas For Marathon Expos + When To Retire Your Running Shoes? 55:16

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Karen and Megan reunite for the first time since mile 24 of the Indianapolis Marathon for an overdue recap of Megan’s 2:41, four minute personal best. While it’s hard to be disappointed, she’s hungry for more and has an exciting new brand backing her OTQ chase. In other news, friend of the pod Molly Seidel was in town and witnessed Karen’s unfortun…

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How to Win in Ecommerce Without Burning Out with Hai Mag 46:35

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If Amazon ads now feel like a maze of rising CPCs, endless keywords, and dashboards that never sleep, you’re not imagining it. The platform has shifted from organic-first to pay to play—and the only sustainable response is smarter execution that blends learning systems with human strategy. We sit down with the CEO of Ava Commerce to unpack what “AI…

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Forsyth Mags Podcast – Episode 253: UNCSA’s Production of The Nutcracker 22:45

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Today, Dean of the UNCSA School of Dance, Endalyn T. Outlaw, shares her journey from dancing on Broadway to academia, which led to her current role in leading UNCSA’s annual production of The Nutracker at the Tanger Center premiering December 5th. She explains how The Nutcracker impacts performers and audiences, how the show supports student schola…

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Success Stories with Severn Business Network | Se. 06 Ep. 05 52:32

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Send us a text Severn Business Network (SBN) are a not-for-profit independent business networking organisation based in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. We focus on developing relationships, both personal and business - helping each other to achieve amazing things. We're charity minded and raise much needed funds for local charities each year. https://www.s…

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🤖 Karen's Highlights From Indy, Rachel's 5K Recap, OTQ Shoutouts + Using AI To Write Your Marathon Training Plan? 1:03:36

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Megan isn’t with us today to recap her breakthrough 2:41 marathon (a four minute PB!), but Karen shares all the highlights from cheering her on at the Indianapolis Marathon. Rachel also raced a 5K with Theo and gives us the full rundown on how it went. Beyond Megan’s big day in Indy, seven women ran sub 2:37 to earn their OTQs. We share a bit about…

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Forsyth Mags Podcast – Episode 252: Lead Girls of NC 17:45

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Friend of the podcast, Joy Nelson-Thomas, stops by the studio on the cusp of Lead Girls of NC’s 10-year anniversary in 2026. Brooke asks Joy about watching LEAD participants grow into successful young women taking on the world, how LEAD serves as a safe space for young girls struggling with mental health and conflict, and the importance of the peer…

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It's Personal: How is HMRC improving customer services? 24:31

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In episode four of It's Personal, created in partnership with KPMG, Jess Bowie and Jo Thomson continue their exploration of what makes great public services in the digital era. In one way or another, HM Revenue and Customs touches the lives of almost every adult in the UK. In this episode, we sit down with Myrtle Lloyd, HMRC’s director general for …

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🎃 Race Week For Megan, Our Halloween Recap, NYC Marathon Thoughts + Marine Corps Marathon Drama 52:36

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It’s marathon week for Megan! She’s in taper mode and sharing her final pre-race thoughts as she gears up for the Indianapolis Marathon this weekend (with Karen cheering her on from the sidelines!). We also recorded this episode just before the NYC Marathon, so we chat about who we were excited to watch and the potential OTQs on the line. Plus, we …

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The Future of Live Shopping and Digital Retail with John Roman 37:57

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What happens when you sell your company, then buy it back to take it private again? We sit down with John Roman, CEO of Battle Brands, to unpack the bold moves behind Battle Box’s rise—from a Facebook-fueled launch to an eight-figure portfolio, a high-profile acquisition, and a decisive buyback that reset the roadmap on his terms. John walks us thr…

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Forsyth Mags Podcast – Episode 251: Alpha-Lit Triad 28:32

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Today, Ashley Tillery celebrates AlphaLit Triad’s 5th birthday with Brooke and Tim in the studio. Brooke asks Ashley about the logistics of operating AlphaLit, in addition to a few tough lettering lessons she’s learned along the way. Ashley also shares what makes AlphaLit letters and lighting so unique at events of all sizes and how there’s more to…

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Changemakers: How the Ministry of Defence built an AI skills academy 21:51

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In this episode we speak to Heidi Edwards, assistant head of AI skills and talent at the Defence AI Centre in the Ministry of Defence, to find out how a new way of learning is helping to grow AI skills across all parts of the MoD. We also discuss what an AI ready workforce would look like in terms of skills, culture and leadership with Heidi and Ol…

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How to Prevent Frozen Funds and Chargebacks with Lissa Fryxell 36:58

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Cash flow should never hinge on a silent algorithm. We sit down with Lissa Fryxell from Easy Pay Direct to unpack the decision most founders make by default—aggregator versus dedicated merchant accounts—and why that single choice can determine whether your payouts keep flowing during spikes, launches, and headline shocks. Lissa shares the jaw-dropp…

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🏃‍♀️ Special Guest! Molly Huddle On Returning To Racing Postpartum, Life & Training Updates, Reflections From Notre Dame + More 41:24

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Two-time Olympian, author, coach, and podcast host Molly Huddle joins Karen, Megan, and Rachel for today's episode ahead of her return to racing postpartum. She'll be racing the Every Woman's Marathon in a couple weeks on November 16th. Molly catches us up on how training has been during her marathon build, her expectations for her upcoming race, a…

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Forsyth Mags Podcast – Episode 250: Little Richard’s BBQ 24:16

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Returning guest Stephen Karagiorgis of Little Richard’s BBQ brings his sister/business partner Victoria Kaliviotis to the studio to update listeners on running their long-standing and locally-loved family business. Stephen and Victoria reminisce on growing up in the restaurant industry, discuss how Little Richard’s BBQ has evolved and continues gro…

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The Power of Safety Stock in E-Commerce Success with Randy Thebeau 44:20

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Ready to scale your Amazon business? Click here to book a strategy call. https://calendly.com/firingtheman/amazon Tired of guessing your way through stockouts, overstock, and Amazon’s ever-shifting fees? We sat down with Randy Thebeau—programmer, analyst, Amazon seller, and former 3PL owner—who turned years of warehouse chaos into SKU Compass, a pr…

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💨 Chicago Marathon Highlights, Our Training & Racing Updates, Who We're Excited To Watch At The NYC Marathon + Listener Questions 1:13:38

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In today's episode, Karen recaps her experience at the Chicago Marathon with CITIUS MAG last weekend while Rachel shares her training updates as she gets ready for her half marathon in February. Megan chats about her 5K race over the weekend and why she's running faster now than she was in college. She also shares some of her goals for the Indianap…

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Inside the Autumn Issue: A behind-the-scenes look at the making of CSW's latest mag 22:42

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We're doing things a bit differently this episode. Instead of interviewing a senior civil servant, we're pulling back the curtain and giving listeners an all-access look at how we put together the current issue of Civil Service World. We hear from three members of Team CSW - Tevye Markson, Susan Allott and Beckie Smith - about the features they wor…

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Forsyth Mags Podcast – Episode 249: Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Outpatient Imaging 19:19

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In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Brooke welcomes Karen and Anissa to the studio to discuss how Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Outpatient Imaging saves lives in early detection and monitoring of breast cancer. The trio talks about how breast cancer has impacted each of their lives, myths about mammogram appointments, and various signs a…

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The Truth About Making Money on Amazon with Andy Isom 44:47

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Ready to scale your Amazon business? Click here to book a strategy call. https://calendly.com/firingtheman/amazon Tired of hearing that Amazon FBA is “over”? We unpack why the opportunity didn’t die—it evolved—and how smart operators are winning by pairing founder-led insight with ruthless execution. Our guest, veteran seller and agency founder And…

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What's the future of workplace learning in the civil service? 1:02:15

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In this episode we explore how learning is changing across government. Our panel discuss the pressures facing departments, the opportunities that new approaches can bring, and the lessons organisations can take from recent examples. Our guests are Mike Zealley, managing director, learning services at KPMG, Louise Scott-Worrall UK head of learning s…

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Forsyth Mags Podcast – Ep. 248: Family Services Forsyth 21:30

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This week, Michelle Speas stops by to visit Brooke and Tim on behalf of Family Services Forsyth. Michelle dives into how Family Services assists with early childhood behavioral issues, provides an understanding of child development, and explains how anyone looking to help can get involved with the nonprofit. She also dishes on what drew her to the …

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Susan Dolan stops by today to talk to Brooke and Tim about Lake Norman’s real estate market and her lifelong passion for her career path. Susan shares tips for staging houses, the inside scoop on the less glamorous side of real estate, and also explains the unique gifts women bring to the real estate market. Later, Susan spells out how to set reali…