Podcast Episodes
88 - The Semenya Ruling with Cathal Dennehy
We kick off the athletics season with a chat with Cathal Dennehy- looking at the Caster Semenya CAS verdict.
86 - The London Marathon warm up with Derek Rae
We preview the London Marathon and interview inspirational Marathon runner Derek Rae- who despite losing the use his right arm in a motorcycle accident, has gone from a 3 hours Marathon time to a 2.30 World Champion!
Episode 85 - Courtney Dauwalter: Developing Mental Toughness
This week we talk to Ultra Runner Courtney Dauwalter, whose mental toughness and desire to win have seen her take the Ultra world by storm
Episode 84 - Science and Running: Shalaya Kipp
On this week’s show we talk to Olympian and Running Scientist Shalaya Kipp.
Episode 83 - Stepping up to the Marathon- Molly Huddle
On this week’s show we talk to the fastest American women ever to run 10,000m, Molly Huddle.
Episode 82 - Grassroots Heros - Kevin Quinn
We speak to Kevin Quinn, who after heart surgery to deal with multiple holes in his heart, has gone onto run PB’s at distances from 5k- Marathon. We also launch the Grassroots Hero Campaign where you can nominate those who have inspired you and your running.
Episode 80 - Olympic Standards and Diamond League Changes - Tim Hutchings
We speak to top athlete and Eurosport commentator, Tim Hutchings about the future of our sport.
Episode 77 - Creating an environment to flourish | Ian Beattie | Scottish Athletics
Why are Scottish Athletes doing so well on the world scene? What makes their runners so special.
Episode 75 - Alice Wright - 10,000m and competing in the NCAA
Interview with 6th place finisher in the 10,000m at the European Champs and 2nd fastest female in the UK in 2018
Episode 73- The Future of Running: How Governing Bodies are Supporting the Sport: John Downes
This week we talk to former Irish athlete and coach, John Downes. We chat about the future of our sport, how it's run by governing bodies, and why the way they're structured affects 'grassroots' runners like us.
Episode 72 - Wendy Sly - 10k Tips
On this week’s podcast we talk to 10k running to the 3rd fastest Briton to ever run the distance!
Episode 71 - New Year Special
Check out our New Year Special with interviews with Cross Country international, Nick Goolab, international Marathon Runner, Hayley Carruthers and Ultra Champ, Damian Hall.
Episode 70- Finding Flow - Verity Ockenden
On this week’s show we talk to Great Britain international, Verity Ockenden. We speak about finding flow- the elusive and effortless state all runners search for.
Episode 64 - #trainbrave - Tom Fairbrother
We talk to Tom Fairbrother, founder of #trainbrave; a campaign aiming to inspire more athletes to share their stories and raise awareness of the risks of eating disorders and RED-s.
Episode 60 - Goal Setting - Emma Pallant
This week we speak to elite triathlete Emma Pallant. We discuss her tilt at Kona Ironman 2019, her origins in the sport, and her love for running.
Episode 55 - How To Run Faster - Marilyn Okoro
This week we talk to track speedster Marilyn Okoro. She give her tips for running faster and discuss her strained relationship with the then UK Athletics Head Coach Charles Van Commenee
Episode 53 - Time Management for Runners - Beth Dobbin
How do you fit training into a busy work schedule? We talk to newly crowned British 200m champion, Beth Dobbin about how she manages to make her career work around 4 jobs!
Episode 51 - Drawing Inspiration From Others - Tom Holden
On this week’s show we talk to the inspirational Tom Holden, the GB Junior International who has defied the odds after a serious accident in May 2017.
Episode 45 - Running & Culture : Sam Robinson
Do we , as runners, fetishize pain? Does Strava radically alter our experience of running? What affect does Capitalism have on our desire to keep running PB’s. All discussed here with journalist Sam Robinson.
Episode 39 - Running Technique: Stevie Connor
This week we discuss Running Technique with top Sports Podiatrist, Steve Connor. We discuss hip drops, one leg squats till the cows come home, and Charlotte Purdue's horrible feet. Oh and sorry in advance for Jermaine's horrible bus story.