long/run
In his twenties, Charlie Bell ran a solo lap around the United States – 10,000 miles on foot. Now in her twenties, his daughter Amelia wants to learn why, how, what he saw, what he learned, and what it was really like.
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Episodes
Tuesday Feb 25, 2025
Tuesday Feb 25, 2025
After an inspiring couple of rest days in Tucson, Charlie continues the long run west— until a careless mishap forces him to backtrack.
Logo by Amelia BellMusic by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: longrunpod@gmail.comCharlie's Website: longrun.us
Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
In their long-awaited Q&A episode, Amelia and Charlie answer listener questions about everything from packing lists to graphic design.
Logo by Amelia BellMusic by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: longrunpod@gmail.comCharlie's Website: longrun.us
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Finally reaching California, Charlie finds a whole lot more desert: sandy, dusty, and dune-y. He and Amelia compare notes and share memories from their trip together.
Logo by Amelia BellMusic by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: longrunpod@gmail.comCharlie's Website: longrun.us
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Arriving in San Diego gives Charlie and Amelia much to discuss, from the symbolism of a chain restaurant sign to the significance of running the first 4,000 miles.
Logo by Amelia BellMusic by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: longrunpod@gmail.comCharlie's Website: longrun.us
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
In 1980, Charlie finds himself spending the night in Carlsbad, California. But in 2025, Amelia and Charlie find themselves circling back to the beginning.
Logo by Amelia BellMusic by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: longrunpod@gmail.comCharlie's Website: longrun.us
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
In rural California, Charlie finds himself caught in the crossfire of a lively debate between three couples.
Logo by Amelia BellMusic by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: longrunpod@gmail.comCharlie's Website: longrun.us
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Charlie's night in Arroyo Grande is disrupted by some slippery foes, both real and imagined. Two encounters the next day lead him (and Amelia) to consider the power of faith.
Logo by Amelia BellMusic by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: longrunpod@gmail.comCharlie's Website: longrun.us
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Charlie raps, Charlie sings, and Amelia tries to survive...
Logo by Amelia BellMusic by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: longrunpod@gmail.comCharlie's Website: longrun.us
5 days ago
5 days ago
Charlie recalls a passage from Huckleberry Finn and finds himself racing both the clock and the weather as he approaches San Jose.
Logo by Amelia BellMusic by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: longrunpod@gmail.comCharlie's Website: longrun.us