EXECS WHO RUN
EXECS WHO RUN
Podcast Description
Execs Who Run brings life, leadership, and the miles in between together through unscripted conversations with high-achieving leaders. Hosted by Jason Hunt—elite marathon runner and executive search professional—this podcast dives into the personal stories, insights, and habits that shape today’s leaders.
Whether it’s finding balance, building resilience, or gaining clarity, discover how running connects to their journeys both on and off the pavement. Perfect for leaders, runners, and anyone looking for inspiration one step at a time.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The show focuses on topics such as leadership development, resilience, mental health, and the lifestyle of running. For example, Episode #1 with Ben Kepes delves into his transition from high school dropout to business leader and ultra runner, showcasing running as a metaphor for persistence in life and business. Other episodes may cover themes like the mental toughness gained from ultra marathons and how building a family business mirrors training routines.
Execs Who Run brings life, leadership, and the miles in between together through unscripted conversations with high-achieving leaders. Hosted by Jason Hunt—elite marathon runner and executive search professional—this podcast dives into the personal stories, insights, and habits that shape today’s leaders.
Whether it’s finding balance, building resilience, or gaining clarity, discover how running connects to their journeys both on and off the pavement. Perfect for leaders, runners, and anyone looking for inspiration one step at a time.
Mia Farrow’s life is the ultimate endurance story—civil war survivor, immigrant, banker, mother, and mountain runner.
From sprinting in her brother’s shoes through war-torn Serbia to conquering Aconcagua’s icy heights, Mia shares how running shaped her resilience and how motherhood deepened her purpose.
Key Moments in This Episode:
Growing up during the Yugoslav Wars and training on rubble tracks
Running as both refuge and rebellion during adolescence
From immigrant to investment banker: breaking into Wall Street
Winning the Everest Marathon and finding home in high altitudes
Juggling motherhood and marathon dreams in a new country
Her solo speed ascent of Aconcagua after just 10 days at altitude
Reclaiming identity through running after an 8-year break
Follow Mia Farrow:
https://www.instagram.com/mia_highaltitude/
https://www.instagram.com/mia_farrow23/
Stay Connected with Jason & Execs Who Run:
Jason Hunt LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonzanehunt/
Execs Who Run LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/execswhorun
Instagram: @execswhorun
Website: https://execswhorun.com
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