“I am a scientist because of running… as you’re running, you’re on the land making observations. That’s the first step of the scientific process.” Dr. Lydia Jennings is a Wixáritari (Huichol) and Yoeme (Pascua Yaqui) environmental microbiologist and trail runner. She is originally from Santa Fe, NM but currently resides in Tucson, AZ– where she recently completed her PhD in Environmental Science from the University of Arizona. Lydia’s dissertation and research interests include soil health, environmental remediation, Indigenous science, mining policy, and environmental data ownership by tribal nations. In March 2021, as a way to celebrate her academic journey and doctoral degree, Lydia completed a solo , where she dedicated each mile of run to a scientist who inspires her. She was able to raise over $8,000 on behalf of the American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) to support their T3 Fund, which provides Indigenous students affected by the COVID-19 pandemic college scholarship funds. In this conversation, we learn about what questions Lydia is asking in her research, what her favorite soils/lands to run on are, and how being an Indigenous runner-scientist shapes the way she connects with the land. &nbsp; In this Episode:    Book by Edison Eskeets    Run for Soil Documentary Project   &nbsp; Follow Lydia Jennings:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Website:   &nbsp; Follow Grounded Pod:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Facebook:   &nbsp; Subscribe, Listen, &amp; Review on:  |  |  |  &nbsp; Music by Jacob Shije (Santa Clara Pueblo, NM).&nbsp; This podcast was made possible through the .

Episode 12 - Lydia Jennings (Huichol & Pascua Yaqui), Environmental Microbiologist and Trail Runner

Are you a runner with a creative ambition? This episode is a deep dive into the  with two Tracksmith team members– Lee Glandorf (Director of Marketing &amp; Communications) and Kamilah Journét (Marketing Manager). Tracksmith is an independent running brand that crafts performance apparel that celebrates both the style and culture of running. Last year, they launched the inaugural Tracksmith Fellowship Program, which supported 6 projects through a year-long creative grant, including the Grounded Podcast with Dinée Dorame! The current 2020-21 cohort is working on a range of projects spanning film, music, podcasting, sculpture, photography and design. In this conversation, Lee and Kamilah discuss the mission of the brand, the fellowship program origin story, and tips for future applicants. &nbsp; In This Episode:       &nbsp; Follow Tracksmith:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Facebook:  Website:  Lee Glandorf Contact:  Kamilah Journét Contact:   &nbsp; Follow the Tracksmith Fellows on Instagram:  Dinée Dorame () | Grounded Podcast: Exploring the unique relationship between the runner and the land, diving into long-form conversations around running, land, community, and culture. Adrijan Assoufi () | Documentary: An exploration and portrait of present-day Iraq shared through the lens of the local running community and running culture in the region. Circa 95 () | Hip-Hop Tracks: A Hip-Hop music project born at the intersection of arts, athletics, and social justice by&nbsp;and&nbsp;. Andrea Masterson | Urban Design: A combination of visual media and writing, this project combines the urgent need for equity and representation in the sport with the language of urban design. Shawn Pridgen () | Photography: A photo essay on Black track and field athletes who run for Ivy League universities and HBCUs. SISU () | Pilgrimage Sculpture Series: Inspired by wayside trail markers used to guide pilgrims on their spiritual journey, a series of sculptural markers will be temporarily installed at various unobtrusive locations along the Boston Marathon course. (SISU is the art-world alias of LA-based animator, Bob Boyle.) &nbsp;  &nbsp; Follow Grounded Pod:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Facebook:   &nbsp; Subscribe, Listen, &amp; Review on:  |  |  |  &nbsp; Music by Jacob Shije (Santa Clara Pueblo, NM). This podcast was made possible through the .

Episode 18 - Lee Glandorf & Kamilah Journét, Tracksmith Fellowship Program Overview & Advice

“Being at the Olympic Trials the past ten days…it could’ve gone so many ways but no matter what, the people I’m surrounded by…my partner, my family, my coach, my team. They have made all the difference.” Rebecca Mehra is a professional track athlete running for the Oiselle Littlewing elite team based out of Bend, Oregon. Rebecca recently raced in both the 800m and 1500m at the U.S. Olympic Track Trials earlier this month. Although Rebecca’s journey in the 800m run ended in the semi-final round with a time of 2:01.33, she went on to run in the finals of the women’s 1500m, where she placed 11th overall with a time of 4:08.47. Prior to her professional career, Rebecca ran Division I Track at Stanford University where she was a 3-time All-American, finishing 6th at the 2017 NCAA Championships in the 1500m Run. Rebecca has also worked in policy affairs for several years and currently serves as the Special Assistant to the Mayor of Bend, OR. In this conversation, we recap her Olympic trials experience and we hear more about how her relationship to running has changed over time. She also tells us about injury setbacks and gives tips and advice for how to mentally and physically overcome injury. Photo by Aisha McAdams. &nbsp; In This Episode:    – Oiselle Athlete Page   by Erin Strout, com, June 30, 2021  – U.S. Olympic Trials  – U.S. Olympic Trials   &nbsp; Follow Rebecca Mehra:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Facebook:  (Athlete Page)

Episode 24 - Rebecca Mehra, Olympic Trials Qualifier & Oiselle Athlete

“As I grow as a writer and a journalist, I am constantly just trying to listen and learn from new perspectives. Never put something off as a topic that you ‘know about’ or that you’ve done work on…always be open to learning more and listening more.” Emma Zimmerman is a Brooklyn-based writer, journalist, and podcast host. Her work primarily explores topics of women in endurance sports, sport and social change, and environmental justice. Emma’s  podcast, which is part of the , “features conversations with endurance athletes of all types committed to fostering social change.” Her writing has appeared in&nbsp;Taproot Magazine,&nbsp;Runner’s World,&nbsp;Trail Runner,&nbsp;and more. Emma&nbsp;ran Cross Country and Track &amp; Field at Grinnell College, where she also earned her BA in Political Science and Environmental Studies. She is currently pursuing her MFA in Creative Nonfiction Writing at New York University.&nbsp;In this conversation, Emma offers listeners a writing prompt to get your creativity flowing in the outdoors and we hear about how she’s used writing as a tool for social change. &nbsp; In This Episode:  , a Citius Mag Podcast  – Dinée Dorame on Living Her Values as a Navajo Woman in Sports Media “,’ by Emma Zimmerman, Trail Runner Magazine, July 14, 2021  by Isabel Wilkerson  on Apple TV+    &nbsp; Follow Emma Zimmerman &amp; Social Sport Podcast:  Instagram (Emma):  Twitter (Emma):  Instagram (Social Sport):    &nbsp; Follow Grounded Pod:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Facebook:   &nbsp; Subscribe, Listen, &amp; Review on:  |  |  |  &nbsp; Music by Jacob Shije (Santa Clara Pueblo, NM). This podcast was made possible through the .

Episode 39 - Emma Zimmerman, Writer, Journalist, & Host of the Social Sport Podcast

Aliandrea “Ali” Upshaw (Diné) is a member of the University of New Mexico Track & Cross Country team. She is from Fort Defiance, Arizona and is born for the Charcoal-Streaked Red Running into Water clan. Although Ali is academically classified as a sophomore, she competes athletically as a freshman due to NCAA COVID-19 sports reclassifications. Her freshman season at UNM was cut short due to the pandemic but in her first full cross country season at UNM this past fall, she placed fifth at the Mountain West Conference Championships which earned her First Team All-Mountain West honors. The Lobos finished first in their conference for the 14th consecutive year and placed third at the NCAA Division I National Championships. Prior to signing with UNM, Ali was a high school standout at St. Michael Indian School on the Navajo Reservation– she was her class valedictorian and two-time individual state champion leading her team to a state title. She was named a high school “Runner of the Year” on three occasions by the Navajo Times and like many other Grounded Pod guests, she is an alumna of the Wings of America national team. Ali is currently majoring in Biology and minoring in Native American Studies, with the goal of attending medical school or pursuing veterinary medicine. &nbsp; In this episode:    Pod Ep. 13 – Dustin Martin   (running group based in New Mexico)  &nbsp; Follow Ali Upshaw:  Instagram:   &nbsp; Follow Grounded Pod:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Facebook:   &nbsp; Subscribe, Listen, & Review on:  |  |  |  &nbsp; Show music by Jacob Shije (Santa Clara Pueblo, NM).

Episode 44 - Aliandrea Upshaw (Diné), University of New Mexico Student-Athlete (Track & Cross Country)

We’re back with our second installment of Common Ground, a new monthly cross-cast I’m co-hosting with Mario Fraioli of the Morning Shakeout Podcast. In this episode, we cover the Indoor World Championships, the recent NYC Half Marathon, and some of our favorite music these days. Common Ground&nbsp;will be released monthly in both the morning shakeout and Grounded Podcast feeds so there’s no need to subscribe to a separate show. Please let us know what you think by sending us a message via social media—@theAMshakeout or @groundedpod on both Instagram and Twitter—or use the contact form on my website . Enjoy! In this episode:     &nbsp; Follow the Morning Shakeout Podcast & Mario Fraioli:  Instagram:&nbsp; Twitter:&nbsp; Mario Fraioli:&nbsp;|&nbsp;  &nbsp; Follow Grounded Pod:  Instagram:&nbsp; Twitter:&nbsp; Facebook:&nbsp;  &nbsp; Subscribe, Listen, & Review on:&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp; &nbsp; This episode was edited by John Summerford. Grounded Podcast theme music by  (Santa Clara Pueblo, NM). Photo of Dinée Dorame by&nbsp;.

Common Ground - Episode 2

We’re back with our third installment of Common Ground, a new monthly cross-cast I’m co-hosting with Mario Fraioli of the Morning Shakeout Podcast. In this episode, we enthusiastically recap the Boston Marathon and all the excitement surrounding it, give updates on our lives, and review the new Red Hot Chili Peppers album! Enjoy! &nbsp; Common Ground&nbsp;will be released monthly in both the morning shakeout and Grounded Podcast feeds so there’s no need to subscribe to a separate show. Please let us know what you think by sending us a message via social media—@theAMshakeout or @groundedpod on both Instagram and Twitter—or use the contact form on my website . &nbsp; Follow the Morning Shakeout Podcast & Mario Fraioli:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Mario Fraioli:&nbsp;|&nbsp;  &nbsp; Follow Grounded Pod:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Facebook:   &nbsp; Subscribe, Listen, & Review on:  |  |  |  &nbsp; Editing for this episode was done by John Summerford. Grounded Podcast theme music by Jacob Shije (Santa Clara Pueblo, NM). &nbsp; Photo of Dinée Dorame by Aisha McAdams.

Common Ground - Episode 3

We’re back with a new episode of Common Ground, a monthly cross-cast I’m co-hosting with Mario Fraioli of the Morning Shakeout Podcast. In this episode, I discuss my upcoming partnership with  and announce my new running coach! Mario and I also shoutout some amazing high school performances on the track from the past month. Common Ground&nbsp;will be released monthly in both the morning shakeout and Grounded Podcast feeds so there’s no need to subscribe to a separate show. Please let us know what you think by sending us a message via social media—@theAMshakeout or @groundedpod on both Instagram and Twitter—or use the contact form on my website . &nbsp; Follow the Morning Shakeout Podcast & Mario Fraioli:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Mario Fraioli:&nbsp;|&nbsp;  &nbsp; Follow Grounded Pod:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Facebook:   &nbsp; Subscribe, Listen, & Review on:  |  |  |  &nbsp; Editing for this episode by John Summerford. Grounded Podcast theme music by Jacob Shije (Santa Clara Pueblo, NM). Photo of Dinée Dorame by Aisha McAdams.

Common Ground - Episode 4

Kyle Whalum is an ultramarathoner and professional musician. He currently plays bass in the house band for the Kelly Clarkson Show and for Katy Perry, but in his free time he logs many miles on California trails. Over the past decade, Kyle has completed 16 ultramarathons and five 100-milers. He is also an ambassador for , , and . In Kyle’s most recent 100-miler, the Coldwater Rumble (in Arizona), he finished in under 24 hours which shattered his previous PR by over 3 hours. In this conversation, we candidly discuss mental health, spirituality, and the importance of movement in our daily lives. Kyle tells us about trail running while working as a touring musician and we take a moment to bond over some of our favorite music! &nbsp; In this episode:     (Kyle’s Dad) - Professional Saxophonist who toured with Whitney Houston   &nbsp; Follow Kyle Whalum:  Instagram: Twitter:   &nbsp; Follow Grounded Pod:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Facebook:   &nbsp; Subscribe, Listen, & Review on:  |  |  |  Music by Jacob Shije (Santa Clara Pueblo, NM). This podcast was made possible through the .

Episode 45 - Kyle Whalum, Ultramarathoner & Professional Musician

Kelli Hashimoto is a Japanese American digital creator and the artist behind the popular custom digital art shop,  (on Instagram and Etsy). Kelli specializes in creating animated images of athletes of all backgrounds, as well as tons of fun and whimsical stickers! Most recently, she designed stickers for AAPI heritage month to be included in online order packaging for women’s running apparel brand, Oiselle. Kelli is an avid marathoner and digital marketing professional in her day-to-day life. I am grateful to have connected with her through the custom piece she did for Grounded Podcast. In this episode, Kelli tells us about the inspiration behind her custom running art and her passion for the running community. She shares some of her own personal marathon/road racing stories and reflects on what it means to find your place within your local run scene. &nbsp; In This Episode:   Kelli’s Diverse We Run Feature      (Laguna Beach Reaction Videos)  &nbsp; Follow Kelli Hashimoto & Runnergrams:  Instagram:  |  Kelli’s Website:  Runnergrams on Etsy:   &nbsp; Follow Grounded Pod:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Facebook:   &nbsp; Subscribe, Listen, & Review on:  |  |  |  Music by Jacob Shije (Santa Clara Pueblo, NM).

Episode 46 - Kelli Hashimoto, Creator of Runnergrams (Custom Digital Art Shop)

In the fifth installment of Common Ground, a monthly cross-cast I’m co-hosting with Mario Fraioli of the Morning Shakeout Podcast, I give a full race recap from my time last month at the New York Mini 10k (hosted by New York Road Runners). We also give you our current favorite music and talk about what’s exciting us at the USA Outdoor Track & Field Championships this year. Common Ground&nbsp;will be released monthly in both the morning shakeout and Grounded Podcast feeds so there’s no need to subscribe to a separate show. Please let us know what you think by sending us a message via social media—@theAMshakeout or @groundedpod on both Instagram and Twitter—or use the contact form on my website . &nbsp; Follow the Morning Shakeout Podcast & Mario Fraioli:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Mario Fraioli:&nbsp;|&nbsp;  &nbsp; Follow Grounded Pod:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Facebook:   &nbsp; Subscribe, Listen, & Review on:  |  |  |  &nbsp; Editing for this episode by John Summerford. Grounded Podcast theme music by Jacob Shije (Santa Clara Pueblo, NM). Photo of Dinée Dorame by Aisha McAdams.

Common Ground - Episode 5

In our sixth installment of Common Ground, a monthly cross-cast I’m co-hosting with Mario Fraioli of the Morning Shakeout Podcast, we talk all things World Athletics Championships! We give you our favorite moments from the meet and I give some personal updates on my training/running journey. I also give some insight into my day job at , a national non-profit that supports American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian youth in their higher education journey. For more info, go to . Common Ground&nbsp;will be released monthly in both the morning shakeout and Grounded Podcast feeds so there’s no need to subscribe to a separate show. Please let us know what you think by sending us a message via social media—@theAMshakeout or @groundedpod on both Instagram and Twitter—or leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. &nbsp; Follow the Morning Shakeout Podcast & Mario Fraioli:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Mario Fraioli:&nbsp;|&nbsp;  &nbsp; Follow Grounded Pod:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Facebook:   &nbsp; Subscribe, Listen, & Review on:  |  |  |  &nbsp; Editing for this episode by John Summerford. Grounded Podcast theme music by Jacob Shije (Santa Clara Pueblo, NM). Photo of Dinée Dorame by Aisha McAdams.

Common Ground - Episode 6

In our seventh installment of Common Ground, a monthly cross-cast I’m co-hosting with Mario Fraioli of the Morning Shakeout Podcast, we talk about the ups and downs of marathon training. What do you do when faced with obstacles or even breaks in the middle of a training cycle? Mario gives some of his thoughts from a Coach’s perspective and I reflect on my mentality moving forward. We hope you enjoy this conversation! Common Ground&nbsp;will be released monthly in both the morning shakeout and Grounded Podcast feeds so there’s no need to subscribe to a separate show. Please let us know what you think by sending us a message via social media—@theAMshakeout or @groundedpod on both Instagram and Twitter—or leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. &nbsp; Follow the Morning Shakeout Podcast & Mario Fraioli:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Mario Fraioli:&nbsp;|&nbsp;  &nbsp; Follow Grounded Pod:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Facebook:   &nbsp; Subscribe, Listen, & Review on:  |  |  |  &nbsp; Editing for this episode by John Summerford. Grounded Podcast theme music by Jacob Shije (Santa Clara Pueblo, NM). Photo of Dinée Dorame by Aisha McAdams.

Common Ground - Episode 7

In our eighth installment of Common Ground, a monthly cross-cast I’m co-hosting with Mario Fraioli of the Morning Shakeout Podcast, we talk all things music! This episode is one we’ve been talking about doing for a long time, and it’s one that many listeners have been asking for. We’ve put together a Common Ground playlist (10 songs from me, 10 songs from Mario), which can be accessed via ,&nbsp;, and&nbsp;. There is no running talk this week but we go through each of the songs we chose, why we chose them, and tell lots of fun stories. Hope you enjoy! Common Ground&nbsp;will be released monthly in both the morning shakeout and Grounded Podcast feeds so there’s no need to subscribe to a separate show. Please let us know what you think by sending us a message via social media—@theAMshakeout or @groundedpod on both Instagram and Twitter—or leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. &nbsp; Follow the Morning Shakeout Podcast & Mario Fraioli:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Mario Fraioli:&nbsp;|&nbsp;  &nbsp; Follow Grounded Pod:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Facebook:   &nbsp; Subscribe, Listen, & Review on:  |  |  |  &nbsp; Editing for this episode by John Summerford. Grounded Podcast theme music by Jacob Shije (Santa Clara Pueblo, NM). &nbsp;Photo of Dinée Dorame by Aisha McAdams.

Common Ground - Episode 8

Welcome to the first episode of the Grounded Podcast with Dinée Dorame! In this conversation, you’ll hear Kul Wicasa Lakota runner, Jordan Marie Brings Three White Horses Daniel talk about her family history in running, her time as a Native student at the University of Maine, her past struggles with an eating disorder and her recovery process, and her upcoming projects (including a virtual race opportunity for listeners)! She’s currently sponsored by both Altra &amp; Rabbit, while also serving as the Founder and Executive Director of Rising Hearts grassroots organization. You may have seen Jordan on the November 2020 cover of Runner’s World, being highlighted for the work and prayer runs she’s done to bring widespread awareness to the Missing &amp; Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, &amp; Two-Spirit (MMIWGTS+) epidemic facing our communities, as well as other issues around climate change and land protection. TW: Eating Disorder (from minutes 28-37) In this Episode...    (Sept 2020)   (Virtual Race Entries open until February 6th, 2021)  (Jordan’s Favorite Snack!)  Follow Jordan:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Website:   Follow Grounded Pod:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Facebook:   Subscribe to the Grounded Podcast with Dinée Dorame on Spotify or Apple Podcasts today!

Episode 1 – Jordan Marie Daniel (Kul Wicasa Lakota), Runner & Advocate

The Grounded Podcast with Dinée Dorame is a weekly podcast exploring the intersection between running, culture, land and community through long-form conversations with runners of all backgrounds and levels. I want to know– what grounds you?

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