In Fearless Conversation

In Fearless Conversation

Welcome to In Fearless Conversation, a podcast from 261 Fearless, where every discussion is an opportunity to shape the future. Our mission is to spark transformative conversations that educate, empower, and inspire women to take charge of their lives, their health, and their futures. Through candid discussions with in-house experts and invited guests, we explore topics that impact women's quality of life – from leadership/personal growth and health to financial security and relationships. We believe every conversation is a chance to connect, learn, and create positive change. Hosted by Kim Chaffee, In Fearless Conversation offers insights, tools, and encouragement for women to build the life they want – fearlessly and intentionally. Join us and discover how powerful a conversation can be in shaping the future you deserve.

Episodes

May 29, 2025 32 mins

In this episode, we sit down with Louise Whitemore — a UK-based barber, Boston Marathon finisher, and fearless voice in a male-dominated industry. Louise shares her journey from behind the barber chair to center stage at Barber Connect, and across the finish line in Boston running for 261 Fearless.

We talk about the power of taking baby steps toward big goals, and what it really means to step outside your comfort zone — whether that...

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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Lori Fox, Master Coach and Application Manager at 261 Fearless, to talk about what it truly means to lead with heart, live with courage, and come back stronger than ever.

Lori shares her journey from empowering women through coaching to overcoming a life-changing stroke — and how the power of movement, community, and mindset helped her rise again. Whether you're a runner, a coach, or s...

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We’re fresh off an unforgettable weekend at the Boston Marathon, and in this special episode of In Fearless Conversation, we’re thrilled to bring you a powerful panel discussion that took place right in the heart of it all.

"Fearlessly Forward: Igniting Our Next Barrier-Breaking Strategies" features an incredible lineup of change-makers and leaders in sport:

Kathrine Switzer – trailblazing marathoner and women’s rights advoca...

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Just a few months ago, Billie McCaffrey was fighting to regain the strength to walk down the street. Today, she’s preparing to run the 2025 Boston Marathon as a charity runner—and her journey from startling diagnosis to comeback is nothing short of extraordinary.

In this episode, Billie opens up about the moment everything changed, how she faced the physical and emotional toll of her disease, and what it took to find her way back to...

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Have you ever thought, “I’m not a runner”? Maybe marathons feel intimidating, or you don’t think you’re fast or fit enough. Well, today’s episode is here to change that mindset.

We're diving into Every Woman’s Marathon, a groundbreaking race designed to empower, include, and celebrate women of all backgrounds, paces, and experience levels. Whether you've never run a marathon or have run 50 - this race is for you.

In this epis...

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Inclusion isn’t just a goal—it’s a necessity. This week we’re talking with the incredible Amy Wood, Manager of Accessible Events at Salesforce, about what it really takes to build inclusive and accessible communities.

As a Deaf advocate, athlete, and accessibility expert, Amy is breaking down barriers and proving that when we design spaces for everyone, we empower everyone. 🙌💪

We dive into:

🔹 The power of accessibility in education...

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In this episode, we sit down with the incredible Ameerah Omar—a Certified Self-Development & Mindset Coach, marathoner, and community leader based in Brooklyn, NY. Ameerah’s all about helping people step into their full potential—whether it’s through mindfulness, running, or simply taking ownership of how they show up in the world.

Since it’s Black History Month, we’re also diving into the power and importance of representation ...

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🎧 In this episode of In Fearless Conversation, we’re talking about the importance of fun—why it’s not just a nice-to-have bonus but a game-changer for motivation, running, and life!

I've invited two of the most fun, generous, and supportive women I know—Sarah Rozelle and Ellen Frazier - two of our Boston Marathon charity team alumni, A.K.A the 261 Fearless Fun Patrol! Today, they’re sharing their take on why fun is essential an...

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🎙️ Podcast Episode Notes

In the first episode of our newly revamped podcast, we’re joined by the incredible Dr. Juliet McGrattan, award winning author and speaker, a former GP, and passionate advocate for the transformative power of running for women. Together, we explore why education plays such a vital role in 261 Fearless and how combining movement with learning empowers communities to thrive.

Dr. McGrattan shares her unique insi...

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March 15, 2024 36 mins

 Listen to Vino, 261 Coach in the UK, speaking about having a supportive community helped her to start her own business. 

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March 11, 2024 22 mins

 Listen to Anna speak about her journey as a 261 Coach and Master Coach in New Zealand! 

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September 28, 2023 41 mins

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 In this Empowerment Talk we explore the theme of ‘running to make a difference’. We have a panel of guests, all from our 261 Fearless Boston Marathon Charity team. Our host today is Kim Chaffee, the 261 Fearless Charity Teams Manager. We join her and the panel just prior to the Boston Marathon, and stay tuned to the end for an update on how they all got on! __ Follow 261 Fearless: Facebook: https://facebook.com/261FearlessKVSwitze...

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March 17, 2023 34 mins

 with Sophie Power, Ultra Runner Knowledge and information are the keys to Empowerment. 261 Fearless Inc. aims to provide these important tools to all women worldwide via the 261 Fearless Empowerment Talks. In this episode Dr Juliet McGrattan interviews Sophie Power about gender equality in running events.

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February 22, 2023 42 mins

 How would you feel if you were given an amazing work challenge on the other side of the world and then realised it co-incided with the arrival of your new baby? Would you accept? Would you decline? In this Empowerment Talk we chat to Caroline de Moraes who found herself in this exact situation. She explains the challenges, pressures and expectations of working as a freelance, pregnant sports reporter and then taking a new-born to ...

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November 28, 2022 38 mins

In this Empowerment Talk we meet Esther Newman, the Editor of Women's Running Magazine UK. We were curious to hear her views on the role the media has to help women to start and continue running. To find out whether communication has changed over the years and get her tips and advice for our own conversations with women. Listen to this thought provoking episode and find out how you can make a difference. 

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October 20, 2022 28 mins

How would you like your world to be? What is “Social Impact”? These are two of many questions we posed to Alia McCants, Director of Social Impact at Peloton. Alia shares how her deeply held values have served her in her career working on projects which aim to achieve social justice an equity. She talks about how the joy of running and moving translates into other areas of life. Listen to the new episode of the 261 Empowerment Talk ...

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September 27, 2022 30 mins

At 261 Fearless we know that running has an incredible ability to unite and empower women. It can break down many barriers including cultural ones. In this Empowerment Talk we chat to Michal Golden, the founder and Club Director of 261 Club Israel. She established the club with a mission to bring Arabic and Jewish communities together. With an honours Masters degree in Women’s studies and recognition as a visionary social leader, s...

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January 26, 2021 31 mins

In this Empowerment Talk Sue Anstiss speaks about the power of women's networks. Learn why it is especially important for women to connect and support each other and how to build up a strong network yourself.

Sue Anstiss has worked in the world of women’s sport for over 30 years, running an award-winning sports and fitness PR agency. In 2020 she founded Fearless Women, a company with a powerful ambition to drive positive change ...

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November 27, 2020 13 mins

How to move from FEAR to FEARLESSNESS?


Listen into our latest 261 Fearless project: the 261 Fearless Forward wom-inar series. 

Through a series of six webinars, proven techniques from experts and inspirational stories from the global 261 Fearless community will demonstrate how women have overcome adversity, transformed their lives and their health and found fearlessness through community, education and physical activity. Listener...

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