850. Carl Radke's 2025 New York City Marathon Recap

In this episode of the Ali on the Run Show, host Ali Feller speaks with Carl Radke, known for his role on Bravo's 'Summer House'. Recently, Carl became a first-time marathoner, and he reflects on his journey to sobriety, the opening of his non-alcoholic bar in Brooklyn, and the release of his upcoming memoir.

Carl shares the exhilarating and overwhelming experience of running the New York City Marathon, including the massive support from fans and the emotional highs and lows during the race. He describes the incredible energy of the crowd and how that helped him through the 26.2-mile journey, despite struggling with the pressure of expectations from his public persona.

Throughout the conversation, Carl opens up about his mental health struggles and the importance of community, which he credits with aiding his running and recovery from addiction. He offers candid advice for first-time marathoners, emphasizing the need for preparation, community support, and dealing with expectations. As he looks to future marathons, he reflects on the lessons learned from his first race and shares his determination to improve.