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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Amelia And Charlie Bell Podcasts
Heading north from Portland, Charlie finds both the landscape and the conversations are dominated by Mount St. Helens' ash. But some exciting sports news and a generous stranger keep him focused on what lies ahead of him. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: long…
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Charlie reaches Portland after a grueling day of running. But there's something strange in the air... Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longrun.usBy Amelia and Charlie Bell
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In central Oregon, Charlie and Amelia discuss what's slowing him down— Mother Nature, Mount St. Helens, something darker, or something brighter. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longrun.us…
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As he makes his way from Gazelle, California, to the Oregon state border, Charlie considers what might come after his run— and how very far away that feels. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longrun.us…
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Charlie "pinballs" along, crossing through forests and mountains in Northern California. Amelia discovers that this week, a picture really is worth a thousand words. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longrun.us…
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Leaving behind Pacific vistas for redwood forests, Charlie finds himself... nowhere? Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longrun.usBy Amelia and Charlie Bell
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In Northern California, Charlie begins learning a (very!) new language and (finally!) makes himself useful. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longrun.usBy Amelia and Charlie Bell
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After visiting friends and family in the Bay Area, Charlie fulfills a promise he made on the eve of the trip. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longrun.usBy Amelia and Charlie Bell
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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 Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longrun.us…
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Charlie raps, Charlie sings, and Amelia tries to survive... Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longrun.usBy Amelia and Charlie Bell
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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 Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longrun.us…
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In rural California, Charlie finds himself caught in the crossfire of a lively debate between three couples. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longrun.usBy Amelia and Charlie Bell
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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 Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longrun.us…
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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 Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longrun.us…
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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 Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longrun.us…
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In their long-awaited Q&A episode, Amelia and Charlie answer listener questions about everything from packing lists to graphic design. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longrun.us…
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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 Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longrun.us…
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West of the Continental Divide, Charlie runs into chilling rain, a boulder-filled canyon, and Stevie Wonder's youngest fan. Amelia recalls her own shorter trip through the desert. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Email: [email protected] Charlie's Website: longru…
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An eight-person chain of connections leads Charlie to a roofless outhouse during a desert snowstorm. Have a question for Charlie and Amelia? Send it to [email protected] and you might hear the answer in a future Q&A episode! Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Charl…
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This week, Charlie and Amelia discuss the joys and woes of snail mail, big rigs, and spending a night in a homeless shelter. Have a question for Charlie and Amelia? Send it to [email protected] and you might hear the answer in a future Q&A episode! Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.c…
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Running deeper into West Texas, Charlie imagines otherworldly encounters before being brought back to Earth by some kind teenagers— and a long look at his map. Have a question for Charlie and Amelia? Send it to [email protected] and you might hear the answer in a future Q&A episode! Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab…
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In—and between—the small towns of West Texas, Charlie is astonished by the variety of receptions he receives. Have a question for Charlie and Amelia? Send it to [email protected] and you might hear the answer in a future Q&A episode! Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodca…
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As Charlie finally faces the desert, he also faces the possibility of an extended stay in jail. Have a question for Charlie and Amelia? Send it to [email protected] and you might hear the answer in a future Q&A episode! Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Charlie's …
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In the surprisingly famous town of Luckenbach, Texas, Charlie comes face-to-face with some fun-loving cowboys. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Charlie's Website: longrun.usBy Amelia and Charlie Bell
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Charlie says goodbye to 1979 from a youth hostel in Austin... and then spends several days trying to say goodbye to Austin. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Charlie's Website: longrun.us…
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Bouncing between Houston and Austin during the holidays, Charlie slogs through his longest day of the trip so far. Happy Christmas Eve from us at long/run! Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Charlie's Website: longrun.us…
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As Charlie reaches the Texas border, he and Amelia reflect on how far he has come and how much further he needs to go. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Charlie's Website: longrun.usBy Amelia and Charlie Bell
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In Bell City and Lake Charles, Louisiana, Charlie gets into the Christmas spirit with two welcoming families. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Charlie's Website: longrun.usBy Amelia and Charlie Bell
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Charlie leaves his heart in the heart of Cajun country. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Charlie's Website: longrun.usBy Amelia and Charlie Bell
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Charlie makes his way from a stranger's Thanksgiving dinner to New Orleans and across the Mississippi River. A time-traveling Amelia brings a message from the past. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Charlie's Website: longrun.us…
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On the outskirts of Mobile, Charlie passes a roadside sign with two contrasting sentiments, which causes Amelia to ruminate on our capacity for empathy. In Mississippi, Charlie picks up a very special package. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longru…
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Shortly after entering Alabama, Charlie comes face to face with the wreckage of Hurricane Frederic. A few days later, his attempt to enter Mobile causes a stir. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Charlie's Website: longrun.us…
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Running along the panhandle of Florida, Charlie reminisces on a high school English class and spends a surprising amount of time on sailboats. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Charlie's Website: longrun.us…
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As he continues through Central Florida, Charlie encounters a few thousand growling Gators and gets a late-night escort from some curious racehorses. But first, he shows Amelia some souvenirs from last week's adventures. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram…
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As he says goodbye to the East Coast, Charlie makes two cultural pilgrimages, neither of which goes exactly as hoped. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Charlie's Website: longrun.usBy Amelia and Charlie Bell
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This week, Charlie and Amelia break from their usual format to share a story that resonates far beyond one backwoods riverbank in 1979. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Charlie's Website: longrun.us…
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Upon entering Florida, Charlie witnesses a tender snippet of married life before ending up in hot water on a college campus. He and Amelia dive into the nature of solitude. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Charlie's Website: longrun.…
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Heading towards Savannah and the ocean, Charlie meets a precocious toddler, a teenager with a warning, and a slew of wildlife. Together, he and Amelia discuss family dynamics and the pitfalls of memory. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcas…
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A hasty decision lands Charlie behind bars for a night in Georgia... Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Charlie's Website: longrun.usBy Amelia and Charlie Bell
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Near the border between South Carolina and Georgia, Charlie meets a bank manager who makes him think twice about hardship and an eccentric woman who makes him think twice about... well, everything. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/ Ch…
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As Charlie makes his way across the Carolinas into increasingly unfamiliar territory, an encounter with a local reporter leads him (and now, Amelia) to ponder what it means to follow a dream. And while attempting to celebrate his birthday, he can't decide whether a stranger's warning is meant to be hostile or helpful. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by P…
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Running through central Virginia to North Carolina, Charlie flirts with local fame, reveals a surprising artistic endeavor, runs through a hurricane, and finds himself the guest of honor at an impromptu feast. Meanwhile, in 2024, Charlie and Amelia contend with every podcaster's greatest enemy: construction noise. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patri…
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This week, we go from Pennsylvania to Washington D.C. to northern Virginia. Charlie tells us about the first week of the trip and Amelia asks some big questions. It's never too soon to figure out the meaning of life, right? Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instag…
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Preparing for the journey is a journey itself. In Episode 2, we follow the steps Charlie took from an office job to the end of his driveway. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/By Amelia and Charlie Bell
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On the first-ever episode of long/run, we learn about the origins of both the titular run and this very podcast itself. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick White of Kai-Lani SoundLab Email us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longrunpodcast/By Amelia and Charlie Bell
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Teaser trailer for long/run: a father/daughter podcast. First episode premieres August 13. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick WhiteBy Amelia and Charlie Bell
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Trailer for long/run: a father/daughter podcast. First episode premiering August 13. Logo by Amelia Bell Music by Patrick WhiteBy Amelia and Charlie Bell
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