In this conversation you’ll meet the resilient and joyful Krissie Pannullo. We’ll talk about meeting her husband Dan, his devastating cancer diagnosis, and his tragic passing that made Krissie a widow at just 35 years old. It’s heavy stuff, but here’s the thing: this is a woman who, facing impossible circumstances, has embraced life and pursued creativity alongside her grief, and can say today, she is happy. This is our first "Endurance Series" episode, so it's longer than the others, and focuses more on Krissie's experience than the specifics of her DetermiNation participation. That said, we think you'll find yourself inspired, and encourage you to also follow along at @krissiegrams, or by joining Krissie for a run with the Phoenixville Beer Runners.

Join us for a conversation with Richard Anderson, a group fitness instructor and athlete who’s charisma and sense of humor is magnetic. Richard is on a quest to run each of the six World Marathon Majors in memory of his mother who passed from cancer five years ago. Between memories that will make you laugh and cry, Richard shares advice he's learned on his six-star journey, and how to successfully fundraise for the ACS mission season after season. Follow Richard on Instagram @ripeanderson or check out any number of classes he teaches at Life Time Princeton, New Jersey or support his fundraising at www.acsdetermination.org/broadstreet.

Today we welcome Jenn Kaliser, a RunDisney athlete who has raised $40,000 for ACS in memory of her late grandfather and carrying on a family legacy of fundraising for cancer causes. Jenn shares some outstanding advice about how to tell your story, matching gifts, and setting and crushing goals -- both training and fundraising! She utilizes the run-walk-run method, a strategy that, instead of slowing her down, has lead her to PRs at every distance this year, and one you should really consider, especially if you're new, returning from injury, or looking for a gentler style for your body. Find Jenn on Instagram @frankieandlilysmom or Facebook at Jenn Kaliser, or support her fundraising at www.main.acsevents.org/goto/jkaliser.

In this episode, we talk community with longtime participant and top fundraiser, Leslie Giotti. In a very transitional stage of life, Leslie knew she needed community and accountability to achieve her health and fitness goals. 9 years later, the Drexel Hill Runs community boasts nearly 500 members, and Leslie has welcomed countless friends and neighbors to participate with DetermiNation through the club. Hear about the friendship that inspired her participation with ACS and how she honors loved ones and strangers alike, each time she hits the road. Friend Leslie on Facebook: Leslie Pavese Giotti; Join Drexel Hill Runs on Facebook; Support Leslie's Fundraising: www.acsdetermination.org/broadstreet

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In this episode, James Waddington kicks things off, sharing his why, and talking through how he went from “I’ll do this once,” to running three races in a year for DNation. From joining to honor his late father and an aunt recently diagnosed, to sharing openly about his own cancer diagnosis and making it a personal goal to speak to one group a month to spread the word about the importance of cancer screening. James is a man who makes time to train after long days teaching 8th grade social studies in Camden, NJ, and spending time with his family, hitting the streets of his Pennsylvania neighborhood late at night to get a run in. He’s a community leader in his school, neighborhood, and church, and we are so proud to call him an ambassador for the American Cancer Society and our DetermiNation program. Follow James on Facebook: James B. Waddington James ForA Cause on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/Em2n22YHVXF Support James' Fundraising: www.acsdetermination.org/broadstreet