Join me as I share my unexpected journey into the world of marathon running. From the restless nights and pain of growth to the mockery of classmates, it was an unlikely path for a skinny-legged, knock-kneed girl to become a marathoner. This episode is about my unlikely introduction to running, my struggles, and my triumphs.

Shift gears with me as we explore the weight of expectations and how they can mold us. Hear the story of my PE teacher, the first person to predict my athletic potential, and how this prediction ignited an unquenchable flame within me. I also lay bare the stark differences between my supportive father and my disapproving mother and how their reactions influenced my journey. This episode is a touching narrative of defying the odds, chasing greatness, and confronting societal biases about women in sports. So, let's rewind the clock and relive those moments together. Prepare to be moved and inspired.

Picture this: the 80s, two passionate artists, deeply in love and focused on their craft, suddenly find themselves as parents to five little girls in just three and a half years. Seems like a whirlwind, right? Welcome to the world of Jennie and Joe, my parents, who took a detour from their artistic paths to navigate the chaotic symphony of parenthood. This episode is a charming snippet from my memoir, a tale of my mom, a visionary animator, and my dad, an accomplished journalist, and their unexpected journey into a bustling household of little girls.

As your host, Lucie Beatrix, I'll be weaving the story of my parents—an enchanting tale of love, art, and the surprise of parenthood. If you've ever wondered what it's like to grow up in a house filled with artists transitioning into full-time parents, this episode is for you. We'll walk through my mom's groundbreaking work in animation, my dad's captivating storytelling, and their beautiful love story that unfolds amidst this creative chaos. So, brace yourself as we journey through this fascinating narrative, exploring how my parents transitioned from being artists to the full-time job of raising five girls, and how this adventure became their accidental masterpiece.