Randi Zuckerberg – There is Beauty In Doing Hard Things

Randi Zuckerberg may have a recognizable last name, but her story is entirely her own. A wife, mother, entrepreneur, radio host, and ultramarathoner, Randi has built a life that blends high performance with genuine heart. In this episode, she shares her incredible achievement of setting the fastest known time (male or female) at Mexico’s grueling Baja Sur 135km Trail Run, completing the rugged course in just under 25 hours as a powerful comeback from injury. Randi breaks down the mental and physical strategies that helped her endure one of the toughest races out there, offering practical tips for ultrarunning and how those same lessons can be applied to everyday life. She also reflects on her journey into running, sharing how it became a space she could claim for herself and build a strong sense of identity, while also speaking about her passion for supporting the running community both locally and around the world. Randi will leave you motivated to go out and conquer the world (or your next run)!

Aired: April 2, 2026

Show Notes:

Randi Zuckerberg is a tech investor, advisor, and media personality who’s spent her career at the intersection of innovation, storytelling, and community. A Harvard graduate and early Facebook employee, she created Facebook Live and helped shape how millions connect online. Today, Randi hosts Randi Zuckerberg Means Business on SiriusXM, speaks regularly on tech and leadership, and serves on the boards of New York Road Runners and Life360. She’s also the author of three books and a Tony Award-winning Broadway producer. Outside the boardroom, Randi is an endurance athlete obsessed with pushing limits—having completed 19 marathons and 14 ultramarathons, including the 250-mile Cocodona 250 across the Arizona desert in May 2025. She holds the fastest known times for anyone, on the 135km Baja Sur trail in Mexico (March 2026) and the 80km Lefkada Trail in Greece (July 2025.) She lives with her husband and three children, constantly chasing big ideas, big miles, and just enough balance to make it all work.

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