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RunPod Sprint! Jackie Kabler

Sep 1, 2026 · 7m

Summary

Host Jenny Falconer interviews author and ultramarathoner Jackie Kler about her new thriller, Run for Your Life. Kler discusses how real races inspired her plot, her method of knowing the killer from the start, and her journalism background covering the Soham murders. She also shares insights on the mental challenges of ultra-running and her proudest athletic achievements.

Topics discussed

Intro ad and podcast welcome Real races inspiring the book's settings Writing crime fiction and runner paranoia Plotting twists and casting the movie Covering the Soham murders as a reporter Proudest running achievement and race regrets Outro ad for Wonder delivery app
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