In this episode of the '3, 2, 1, go' podcast, hosts John Pelkey and Carissa Galloway talk with Alicia Albert, the East Coast runDisney Race Director. Alicia discusses her extensive background in sports, her journey to becoming a race director, and her experience working with Disney. She shares details about the logistics, planning, and complexities of organizing Disney's marathon events, emphasizing the collaborative efforts involved. The conversation also touches on weather contingencies, course planning, and the challenge of ensuring a seamless race day for thousands of participants. Additionally, Alicia reflects on her role as a female leader in endurance sports, and her favorite moments from events she's directed. The episode concludes with rapid-fire questions, lighter topics such as favorite Disney snacks, and tips for runners and race organizers.