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The Inside TrackEpisode 43 - The Indoor Season Kicks Off!In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan discuss all things indoors. They look back at the recent Scottish Athletics EAP Meeting, The Millrose Games and look ahead to the British Indoor Championships. Recent athlete performances include, Alyson Bell, Josh Kerr, Jake Wightman, Jemma Reekie, Nikki Manson, Eilish McColgan, Rebecca Grieve and lot's more! As always listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2026-02-0331 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 43 - What do we think our athletes can do in 2026?In the first episode of the new year, Eilidh and Susan discuss some of the recent performances from Scottish athletes, including a European record from Eilish McColgan and a Scottish Record from Andy Butchart.Other talking points include, the surprising announcement that British athlete Reece Prescod will be joining the Enhanced Games, the athletes Eilidh and Susan expect to appear during the indoor season and finally, what the year may look like with two home championships to look forward to. As always, listen, enjoy and share. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @ei...
2026-01-1934 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 42 - Looking back at the 2025 season (part 2) - The Rest of the World!In part 2 of the 2025 season review, Eilidh and Susan look back at those performances outwith the Scots and give their take on the best and worst moments of the year. As well as discussing the impact of new initiatives such as Grand Slam Track. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2025-12-1528 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 41 - Looking back at the 2025 season (Part 1) - The Scots!In the first of a two part look back at the 2025 season, Eilidh and Susan focus on the Scottish Athletes during this episode. From World Indoors, the London Marathon, British Champs and finally the World and Para World Championships - they look back at the Scots who shined. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2025-12-0138 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 40 - The dreaded "D" word again!This week, with the majority of athletes just getting back into Winter training and competitions being quiet, Eilidh and Susan decided to chat more about doping within athletics. After the recent 3 year ban given to Kenyan athlete (and current marathon world record holder) Ruth Chepng'etich, the two discuss whether enough is being done in the sport to protect clean athletes and should there be tougher sanctions. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2025-11-0440 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 39 - Stealing the essence of sport? Coaching bans and The Enhanced Games.In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at the World Para Athletics championships and discuss the 3 Scots who were part of the team. The two also discuss the recent news regarding Laura Muir's former coach, Andy Young, who received a three year ban from the sport due to serious misconduct. The discussion raises the issue of performance versus athlete welfare and whether there needs to be changes made to ensure athletes are protected and safe. Finally, Eilidh and Susan also chat about The Enhanced Games and the recent addition of athlete, Fred Kerley, who is...
2025-10-1036 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 38 - Jake Wightman is back - our World Champs review!In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at the World Championships and give their take on the Scot’s and the overall British Athletics performances.Not surprisingly, most of the discussion is taken up by the men’s 1500m and that amazing silver medal won by Jake Wightman! As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2025-09-2445 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 37 - World Championships Preview!In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look ahead to the World Championships and give their predictions on the ones to watch and which Scots they believe will bring home medals! The World Athletics Championships take place in Tokyo, Japan from the 13th - 21st of September. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2025-09-0834 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 36 - British Champs Review, Keely Returns, Doping Bans and Being Better!In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at the British Championships and discuss how many of their predictions came true. They also look at the impact of rising star Sarah Calvert and her surprise victory over Laura Muir. Other topics covered this week include the return of Olympic Champion, Keely Hodgkinson and the recent doping ban given to American sprinter, Fred Kerley, for missing three anti-doping tests. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gma...
2025-08-2134 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 35 - London DL, British Champs, Doubling Up, Doping and Glasgow 2026!In this bumper episode, Eilidh and Susan cover a lot of recent performances and discussion points in the world of athletics. Including covering Scottish performances from the London Diamond League and Euro U23s. They look forward to the British Championships, the head to heads, who will double up and who they believe will secure their spot for the World Championships. Finally, the two also discuss the recent doping violation from Kenyan athlete Ruth Chipngetich as well as the current progress of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter...
2025-07-3053 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 34 - Diamond Leagues, head to heads, and looking forward to London!In this episode, Eilidh and Susan discuss the recent performances from Scottish Athletes across the globe, including Jake Wightman, Neil Gourley, Brodie Young, Megan Keith, Jemma Reekie and the welcome return of Laura Muir. They also look back at Faith Kipyegon's 4 minute mile attempt and give their opinions on whether this is a target that can be achieved. Finally, the two discuss some of the recent controversy surrounding Grand Slam Track and the payment of athletes. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get...
2025-07-1631 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 33 - Returns, CWG Standards, the future of Grand Slam Track and can Kipyegon go sub 4?In this episode, Eilidh and Susan discuss the recent Scottish performances, which include a number of Commonwealth Games standards and injury returns. Athletes such as, Megan Keith, Jemma Reekie, Alisha Rees, Sarah Tait, Sarah Calvert and Eloise Walker. They also look at the future of the Grand Slam Track series, given the last competition of the series has been cancelled. Finally Eilidh and Susan give their predictions on whether they believe Faith Kipyegon can be the first female in history, to break the 4 minute barrier in the mile. As always, listen, enjoy and sha...
2025-06-2037 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 32 - Jake returns, Scottish Athletes shine & Grand Slam Track makes some changes!In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at the Scottish Athletes which have kicked off their 2025 season, including Jake Wightman, Jemma Reekie, Alisha Rees, Ben Potrykus and Scout Adkin. They also look ahead to the third Grand Slam Track event and look at some of the tweaks and changes that have been made. Finally they discuss the controversial concept of The Enhanced Games and what that might mean for sport going forward. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in to...
2025-05-2935 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 31 - Eilish in London, Grand Slam Track review and lot's more!In this latest episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at Eilish's McColgan's impressive marathon debut in London as well as Sammi Kinghorn's performance, and chat through her mentality towards choosing to race the marathon. They also look back at the first Grand Slam Track event and give their views on how successful the new Michael Johnson concept went.Other topics this week include, Usain Bolt appearing on Justin Gatlin's podcast and when the other Scots may open up their season given the World Champs are in September. As always, listen, enjoy and share!
2025-05-0236 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 30 - World Silver for Neil, Wave Lights Part 2 and looking ahead to Grand Slam Track!In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at that brilliant silver medal winning moment for Neil Gourley at the World Indoor Championships. They also share feedback from listeners regarding Episode 29 and the use of wave lights at a championships. Finally they look ahead to this weekend and the new event, Grand Slam Track, created by Michael Johnson, and share their views on what they hope and expect the competition to bring. *Other topics discussed this week also include, Eilish's McColgan's 10k, the return of Callum Hawkins and Megan Keith, the European Road Run...
2025-04-0237 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 29 - Euro Indoors, the wave lights debate, social media abuse and lots more!In the latest episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back on the European Indoor Championships. They discuss the Scots who performed and give their opinions on the use of wave lights at a championships. (This may be the first time you hear Eilidh have a real negative rant!). Outwith the action on the track, the two discuss the recent coaching split of Jake Wightman and his dad Geoff. Plus the disgusting abuse that has been targeted at Eilish McColgan after she recently posted a photo of herself running on Instagram. As...
2025-03-1633 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 28 - British Champs, The Keely Klassic and who will make the European Indoor team?In episode 28 of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at some of the recent indoor performances from Scottish Athletes and look ahead to the British Indoor Championships this weekend. The two also give their views on the new indoor event, The Keely Klassic, named after Olympic Champion, Keely Hodgkinson. Inevitably this leads to discussions around the current state of athletics and TV coverage of events. As always, listen, enjoy and share. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2025-02-1839 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 27 - Injury returns, coaching changes and international athletics back in Glasgow!In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at some of the early indoor results and preview this weekend's international taking place at the Emirates Arena in Glasgow, where we will see the return of Zoey Clark and Alyson Bell. And after sharing the news of Laura Muir's coaching set up in episode 24, Eilidh and Susan share their delight at having the correct sources and discuss the impact of Laura sharing the announcement last week! As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in...
2025-01-3033 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 26 - What will the 2025 season bring?In the first episode of 2025, Eilidh and Susan look ahead to the season and discuss the current crop of Scottish athletes. Who do they believe we should be looking out for?It's a big year ahead with a World Championships in September as well as a jammed packed indoor season, with both Europeans and World Indoor Championships happening. Who will feature, who will triumph and can we have another Scottish World Champion over 1500m?! As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get...
2025-01-1348 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 25 - What impact will Grand Slam Track have on athletics?In the final podcast episode of 2024, Eilidh and Susan discuss the current status of athletics globally and give their take on Michael Johnson's new global league athletics event - Grand Slam Track. As always, listen, enjoy and share.Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2024-12-1345 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 24 - Who said the off-season was quiet?In episode 24 of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look at the various topics happening during the off-season.This week, some of the issues covered include, the coaching and environment changes for Laura Muir and Jake Wightman. What will that mean for them going into next season? Funding drops and upgraded medals. Plus, the latest financial woes of British Athletics. As alway, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2024-11-1442 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 23 - Commonwealth Games, the Marathon World Record and that dreaded D word again!In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan give the latest updates from the Commonwealth Games, including the sports that have been included, what made it and what was left out. Funding announcements, will all the Scots be happy?The two then discuss the recent controversy surrounding the women's marathon world record. Do they believe it was a true performance? Where is the sport now with performances, technology and doping? Will we ever have clean sport? As always, listen, feedback and enjoy. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff
2024-10-2935 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 22 - The Commonwealth Games are coming back to Glasgow!10 years on from Glasgow 2014, Eilidh and Susan discuss the prospect of the Commonwealth Games coming back to Glasgow in 2026. The two look back at Glasgow 2014 and how this games will look in comparison. They discuss the potential sports which will be included, how the athletes will value the games and how this new scaled down version will potentially look. As always, listen, enjoy and please share with us your thoughts on the Commonwealth Games coming back to Glasgow. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gma...
2024-10-0341 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 21 - Looking back at the 2024 season.In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at the diamond league final and give their take on the 2024 athletics season as a whole. The two discuss their favourite moments both from a Scottish point of view and internationally, the low moments, biggest stories, disappointments, memorable moments and lot’s more! As always, enjoy. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2024-09-2035 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 20 - Super Sammi, Post Champs Performances, Vaulters v Hurdlers plus lot's more!In Episode 20 of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at the Paralympics and the Scottish performances, most notably the 5 medals won by Sammi Kinghorn, which included her first Paralympic Title in the T53 100m.They also discuss the pros and cons of post champs racing, focusing on the Scots who are still competing including Jemma Reekie, Josh Kerr and Eilish McColgan. Other talking points covered this week include, Mondo Duplantis v Karsten Warholm racing over 100m, the inclusion or exclusion of Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone from the Brussels DL final and lastly they ask their l...
2024-09-0933 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 19 - Looking back at Paris as the Scots women shine!In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back over the last week of Athletics from Paris, the last of the Scottish athletes who still had to compete, as well as discuss the Olympics as a whole and their favourite (non-scottish) moments! Topics covered include Laura Muir's 5th place in the 1500m, the emotional and heartfelt moment between Eilish McColgan and Megan Keith as they battled through the women's 10k, Nicole Yeargin's double bronze relay performances and what do you do post games?As always, enjoy! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff
2024-08-1339 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 18 - What happened in that 1500?!Eilidh and Susan are straight out of the blocks with this episode, literally less than an hour after Josh Kerr's 1500m heroics at the olympics, the two got together to give their views. As well as the men's 1500m, they look back at the Scots who have performed already, who is still to come and the tough realities of competing at an Olympics. As always, enjoy! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2024-08-0741 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 17 - The Olympics PreviewWe are here, on the eve of the track and field action starting, Eilidh and Susan discuss all the Scots who will be competing in Paris and give their thoughts on who could do what at the Games. Can Josh get the better of Jakob Ingebrigtsen? Can Jemma make the podium after being so agonisingly close in Tokyo? And can Laura Muir become an Olympic medallist again? Just a few of the talking points this week.It's going to be an exciting week ahead and keep an eye out for some bonus episodes mid games (h...
2024-08-0139 min
The Inside TrackLooking back at Glasgow 2014 with the Renicks SistersOn the opening night of Glasgow 2014, Kimberley Renicks won Team Scotland's first gold medal of the championships, followed around 63 minutes later by her older sister Louise, also winning gold. They were catapulted into the spotlight and nicknamed The Golden Sisters from that point on. In the latest episode, Eilidh and Susan hear from both sisters about their preparations leading into the games, what it's like to watch your sister become Commonwealth Champion and the chaos which followed. Kimberley and Louise also talk candidly about their upbringing, family support and their relationship as sisters, team mates an...
2024-07-2447 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 16 - Heading down the home straight towards the Olympics!In this episode, Eilidh and Susan discuss the final selection choices for the Scots going to Paris and look at the final preparations leading into this weekend's diamond league in London and onwards to the Olympics. Enjoy! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2024-07-1727 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 15 - Olympic Trials Debrief!Fresh off the back of the Olympic trials, Eilidh and Susan discuss the Scot's who performed and booked their tickets to Paris. The biggest debate covered is the third spot in the men's 800m, with Jake Wightman missing the trials with a medical exemption, what does that now mean his chances are for being included in Team GB?The two also look at the difference between the American trials and the British trials and discuss the importance of competing at your national championships. Enjoy! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eil...
2024-07-0141 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 14 - The rollercoaster of Rome and the countdown to Olympic trials!In this week's episode, Eilidh and Susan look back to the European Championships and the mixed fortunes of the Scots who competed. They then look ahead to the British Championships/Olympic Trials which take place on the 29th/30th June and predict how many Scots they think will make Team GB for the Paris Olympic Games. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2024-06-1943 min
The Inside TrackLooking back at Glasgow 2014 with Charlie Flynn"I'm buzzing like a jar of wasps" and "The mail man delivers, once again!" just some of the iconic quotes from Charlie Flynn during the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games. Charlie was only 20 years old when he burst on the scene in Glasgow. Going into the games he was relatively unknown but by the end of it, everyone knew exactly who he was. From his incredible performances in the ring to his unforgettable interviews, Charlie was the man everyone was talking about. In this latest Glasgow 2014 special, we hear about Charlie's own experience throughout the games, the att...
2024-06-1426 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 13 - Eugene Euphoria and Magic Megan as the Scots prepare for the Games!In the latest episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back to The Night of the 10ks and that amazing performance from Megan Keith, which stamped her passport for the Olympic Games. The two also look back at the Eugene Diamond League. 5 Scots competed at the event, which included an impressive victory for Josh Kerr over current Olympic Champion, Jakob Ingebrigsten, continuing their ongoing rivalry.Notable performances covered also include, an Olympic qualifier from Erin Wallace, an impressive 400m from Brodie Young and a welcome return from Zoey Clark. ...
2024-05-2840 min
The Inside TrackLooking back at Glasgow 2014 with Hannah MileyEilidh and Susan are back with another Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games special and their guest for this episode is, Commonwealth Swimming Champion, Hannah Miley. On the first night of the games, Hannah brought the house down after winning the 400m IM, an event which would normally be at the end of the swimming schedule, was moved to the opening night in Glasgow because of Hannah's expectation of winning gold. In this episode, Hannah speaks candidly about the pressure and expectation she felt in the lead up to that performance, the doubts that lingered, the bond and th...
2024-05-1654 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 12 - Opening Races, Olympic Qualifiers, Prize Money, Injuries and Comebacks!Eilidh and Susan are back discussing all things athletics and the 2024 season, looking ahead towards the Olympic Games. They look back at the opening races from Josh Kerr and Laura Muir, Nick Percy's magnificent Olympic qualifier, the Scots who performed at the London Marathon and the opportunities facing those headed for the World Relays. As well as the discussing athlete performances, Eilidh and Susan also give their opinions on the recent news that Olympic Champions (in Athletics) will now be awarded prize money...and lots more. As always, enjoy, share and feedback! Tw...
2024-04-2638 min
The Inside TrackLooking back at Glasgow 2014 with Lynsey SharpIn episode 2 of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games specials, Eilidh and Susan sit down with Lynsey Sharp and relive her emotional and dramatic silver medal performance in the 800m. We hear how Lynsey's build up and preparation for the final was far from ideal and what was behind her "Get out strong, commit" mantra. As well as looking back at 2014, we hear about Lynsey's career as a whole, the highs and lows, where she candidly talks about the drama that followed her event, her decision to retire and lot's more! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff
2024-04-1643 min
The Inside TrackLooking back at Glasgow 2014 with Ross MurdochIn the first of a special series, Eilidh and Susan are joined by Commonwealth Champion Ross Murdoch, to look back at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, 10 years on. On the dramatic opening night of the games, Ross Murdoch won a surprise gold medal in the men's 200m breaststroke ahead of the poster boy of the games, Michael Jamieson.In this episode, Ross talks about his preparations and lead up into the games, the shock of winning and the crazy chaos which followed that. Ross also opens up about his experiences of imposter syndrome and how he h...
2024-03-1947 min
Scarves Around The FunnelEpisode 288 – Keep On RunningLaurie, Scott & Ryan discuss Hearts’ 2-1 defeat to Ross County, before being joined by former track & field athlete Eilidh Doyle to discuss her career & some of her […]
2024-03-191h 16The Inside TrackEpisode 11 - Where Gallus Meets Greatness. A look back at the World Indoor Champs in Glasgow!In this episode, Eilidh and Susan review the World Indoor Athletics Championships, including super Josh Kerr, Jemma Reekie claiming her first senior medal, Laura Muir and the surprise star of the show, Scottee the mascot! As well as the world indoor champs, Eilidh and Susan also look back at Guy Learmonth's selection drama, delight in the return of Eilish McColgan and highlight the Scots who may be targeting the World Athletics Cross Country Championships, which take place at the end of the month. Enjoy! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram...
2024-03-0640 min
Backstraight Boys (& Girl) Athletics ChatGlasgow World Indoors Preview with Eilidh Doyle and Preet MajithiaSend us a textWe've been partying it up at the Rio Carnival for the last few weeks so introduce our background Backstraight Boy, Preet to catch us up on all the latest T&F gossip, before welcoming Scottish track legend Eilidh Child onto the pod to discuss all things Glasgow 2024.As we head up to Scotland (Bayo's first ever visit!!!) you can be busy listening and getting prepared for this weekend's feast of athletics action. Please enjoy, please subscribe and please let us know what you think on all o...
2024-02-291h 11Backstraight Boys (& Girl) Athletics ChatGlasgow World Indoors Preview with Eilidh Doyle and Preet MajithiaSend us a textWe've been partying it up at the Rio Carnival for the last few weeks so introduce our background Backstraight Boy, Preet to catch us up on all the latest T&F gossip, before welcoming Scottish track legend Eilidh Child onto the pod to discuss all things Glasgow 2024.As we head up to Scotland (Bayo's first ever visit!!!) you can be busy listening and getting prepared for this weekend's feast of athletics action. Please enjoy, please subscribe and please let us know what you think on all o...
2024-02-291h 11The Inside TrackEpisode 10 - British Champs, World Champs, messing with the long jump and lots more!In the latest episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at last weekend's British Indoor Championships, discuss their highlights and review all the action. They also look ahead to the World Champs and preview the Scots who will be looking to make the podium. In a new feature, Eilidh and Susan discuss athletics topics which are off the track. This week's topics include the proposed changes to the long jump and the bubbling rivalry of Jakob Ingebrigsten and Josh Kerr. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in...
2024-02-2338 min
Working Class to World ClassSeason 2, Episode 5: From a kid in Kinross to the Olympic Games, with Eilidh DoyleEilidh Doyle, the most medalled Olympian in Scotland, for track and field, talks about her rise to the top with the support of her family.
2024-02-0746 min
Working Class to World ClassSeason 2, Episode 5: From a kid in Kinross to the Olympic Games, with Eilidh DoyleEilidh Doyle, the most medalled Olympian in Scotland, for track and field, talks about her rise to the top with the support of her family.
2024-02-0746 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 9 - The indoor season is here!As the first lot of results start to appear, Eilidh and Susan look ahead to the 2024 indoor season and discuss who they think will be the big performers and the ones to watch ahead of the World Indoor Championships coming to Glasgow. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2024-01-2632 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 8 - What does the future hold for the Commonwealth Games?Almost a decade on from Glasgow hosting the Commonwealth Games in 2014, Eilidh and Susan look back to what the games meant to them and look ahead to the uncertain future they face now. Eilidh and Susan will be introducing a new bonus podcast this year, which will celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the Commonwealth Games being held in Glasgow. The bonus podcast will include special guests and exclusive stories from that incredible games. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2024-01-1131 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 7 - Megan Keith, the dreaded “D” word and training on Christmas Day!In this week’s episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at Megan Keith’s wonderful winning performance at the European Cross Country Championships. They also discuss the state of doping in athletics and share their experiences of drug tests and being on the anti-doping whereabouts system. Lastly they give their take on whether Christmas Day should involve training! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2023-12-1341 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 6 - How easy is it to retire from elite sport?In this week's episode, Eilidh and Susan talk about their experiences of retirement, the moment you eventually decide to retire and the emotions that go with that. They also discuss whether there should be more support for athletes transitioning out of sport. As always, listen and share any comments and feedback! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2023-11-2242 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 5 - Awards, departures and looking after the athlete.In the latest episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan discuss the recent winners from the Scottish Athletics 4J Annual Awards Dinner. They give their views on the recent announcement from British Athletics regarding the departure of Stephen Maguire. Plus funding choices, the Ingebrigsten's and lots more. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2023-11-0234 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 4 - Losing shoes, the Diamond League final and reflecting on the 2023 season!In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back on the Diamond League Final and look ahead to the Scottish Athletics Awards Dinner. They discuss the winners and breakthrough stars of the year as well as share some cross country memories! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2023-10-1134 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 3 - Diamond Leagues and Scottish dominance in New York!Eilidh and Susan look back at the last couple of Diamond League races, including Zurich and Brussels as well as discussing the Scottish domination that has taken over the 5th Avenue Mile in New York! Please feedback and engage via our social media channels or get in touch at theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2023-09-1332 minThe Inside TrackEpisode 2 - Looking back on BudapestJoin Eilidh and Susan as they look back on all the excitement from the World Athletics Championships. Surprisingly, one of their main discussions involve the men's 1500m and that incredible winning run from Josh Kerr. They also look back on all the Scottish performances from the champs as well as some of the big talking points, including that impressive final performance from Femke Bol. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2023-08-2942 min
The Inside TrackEpisode 1 - A preview of the World Athletics Championships in Budapest.In the first episode of The Inside Track, Susan and Eilidh discuss the 8 Scottish athletes that will be representing Great Britain at this months World Championships in Budapest. As well as sharing their views on the new British Athletics selection policy. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaffInstagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com
2023-08-1747 min
The England Athletics PodcastCoaching Voices with Malcolm Arnold: The former coach of Colin JacksonMalcolm Arnold, the former UK Athletics Head Coach and personal coach to hurdlers including Colin Jackson, Eilidh Doyle, Dai Greene and Andrew Pozzi talks about his life in athletics.
In this latest Coaching Voices special on the England Athletics Podcast, he describes to host Tom McNab about going to Uganda to coach the sport, where he worked with 1972 Olympic 400m hurdles Olympic champion and former world record holder John Akii-Bua.
Photo: Mark Shearman.
2023-06-1926 min
Athletics Life StoriesBest of 2022A look back on some of the best bits from 2022 featuring a smorgasbord of tasty delights from Olympic heptathlon medallist Kelly Sotherton, Team GB Head Coach Charles van Commenee, European 110m hurdles champion Andy Turner, Olympic 4x100m champion Jason Gardener, European 400m hurdles winner Eilidh Doyle, European 10,000m silver medallist Chris Thompson, World 10,000m gold medallist Liz McColgan, Athletics Weekly Editor Jason Henderson, European 800m gold medallist Lynsey Sharp, World cross country medallist and commentator Tim Hutchings, World 400m hurdles winner Dai Greene, World 4x100m medallist Craig Pickering, World Indoor 800m bronze medallist Jo Mersh, Olympic 400m...
2023-01-021h 06
My Time CapsuleMy Christmas Time Capsule from 2021 - Part 1Part 1 of My Christmas Time Capsule from 2021! Featuring Clive Anderson, Eilidh Doyle, Andrew Hunter Murray, Lisa Riley, Ken Bruce, Gary Wilmot, Fred MacAulay, Kate Thornton, Derren Litten and Emma Kennedy .Follow My Time Capsule on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook: @MyTCpod .Follow Michael Fenton Stevens on Twitter: @fentonstevens and Instagram @mikefentonstevens .Produced and edited by John Fenton-Stevens for Cast Off Productions .Music by Pass The Peas Music .Artwork by Matthew Boxall .This podcast is proud to be associated with the charity Viva! Providing theatrical opportunities...
2022-12-191h 00
Athletics Life StoriesEilidh DoyleIn a remarkably candid interview, 400m hurdler Eilidh Doyle talks to Chris Broadbent about her athletics career at top level from winning European gold to almost walking away after London 2012. On her domestic rivalry with Perri Shakes-Drayton and three Commonwealth Games medals. On her relationships with coaches such as Malcolm Arnold and Charles Van Commenee. How fellow Scot Laura Muir dealt with some noisy GB sprinters. What she makes of the current state of women's 400m hurdling and why she chose to retire rather than strive for a third Olympic Games. Learn more about your...
2022-09-291h 29
Sports Podcast AwardsMy Defining Moments - ENTRYSelf-confessed sports nerd @ChrisBrownSport asks the stars of the sports world to name the five defining moments of their career.
Born out of pandemic boredom, recorded on an ironing board in a West London bedroom and launched in July 2020; My Defining Moments is the in-depth sports podcast you were craving for!
Each episode focuses on one guest, an Olympian or Paralympian, as we chat through their life and career, signposted by their five defining moments.
400m hurdler Eilidh Doyle described it as her "exit interview from competitive athletics", Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson became rather emotion...
2022-01-0609 min
My Time CapsuleMy Christmas Time Capsule 2021 - Part 1A collection of some of our guests from 2021 choosing what they'd put into a Christmas time capsule! Featuring Clive Anderson, Eilidh Doyle, Andrew Hunter Murray, Lisa Riley, Ken Bruce, Gary Wilmot, Fred MacAulay, Kate Thornton, Derren Litten and Emma Kennedy .Follow My Time Capsule on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook: @MyTCpod .Follow Michael Fenton Stevens on Twitter: @fentonstevens and Instagram @mikefentonstevens .Produced and edited by John Fenton-Stevens for Cast Off Productions .Music by Pass The Peas Music .Artwork by Matthew Boxall .This podcast is proud...
2021-12-231h 01
Tartan Running ShortsEpisode 149 – Eilidh Doyle, Tour De Tommy & Tallin Ten!Episode 149 - We have one of Scotland's finest athletics legends on the show in the shape of Olympic medallist Eilidh Doyle! Eilidh has recently announced her retirement in the sport(interview recorded before the announcement!) but her words of wisdom will certainly be inspire you!
Meanwhile, Tommy tells all with his recent TDF exploits whilst Kyle continues his run up to the British 100k Championships in August.
We also have an array of results, chat about Tokyo and Bolt's step up to the 800m...
2021-07-231h 31
My Defining MomentsEpisode 14: Eilidh Doyle, Athletics
Earlier this month, Scottish 400 metre hurdler Eilidh Doyle announced her retirement from Athletics. So it was only right that I invited her onto the podcast for an in-depth exit interview!
We covered everything. From the pressure of London 2012, to the relief of winning European gold, Eilidh has experienced it all.
Hear how Eilidh actually quit the sport in her late teens, why she missed Christine Ohuruogu in the call room and how she briefly ended up living with her coach Malcolm Arnold.
This episode is littered with superb insights into life as an a...
2021-06-251h 35
This Sporting LifeEilidh DoyleEilidh Doyle is Scotland's most decorated track and field athlete of all time. Recently retired, Eilidh had great success in Olympic, World, European and Commonwealth competition.
2021-06-041h 04
RunPodEilidh DoyleThis week, Jenni is joined by Scotland’s most decorated track and field athlete of all time. Yes, it’s Eilidh Doyle.
She’s seen the podium at European, World, Commonwealth and Olympic levels, and not only dominates in 400m, but 400m hurdles too.
Eilidh is one of the few thanking lockdown for an extra year in preparation for the Olympics after giving birth a year ago.
In this episode of RunPod, Eilidh and Jenni chat about how pregnancy and birth affected her running and training afterwards, her hopes to add the the medal collection in Tokyo, the very impressive just 3...
2021-03-0550 min
My Time CapsuleEp. 58 - Eilidh DoyleBritish athlete, Eilidh Doyle, specialises in the 400m hurdles and the 4x400m relay. She has an Olympic bronze medal, 2 World silvers and 1 bronze, she is the 2014 European Champion and 3 time Commonwealth silver medalist. She was the captain for the GB Team at the 2017 World Athletics Championships in London and is the most decorated Scottish athlete in Olympic, World, European and Commonwealth competition. She is a super human! Eilidh Doyle is guest number 58 on My Time Capsule and chats to Michael Fenton Stevens about the five things she'd like to put in a time capsule; four she’d like to p...
2021-01-1142 min
My Sporting HeroEpisode 50 - Birthday Best: Highlights from the Nutmeg PodcastWe’ve reached 50 episodes, so we’re feeling all sentimental. Here are some of our favourite clips from the podcast, as selected by host Daniel Gray. All of them are taken from over a year ago, so if you have heard them before, you might have forgotten them; if you haven’t, here’s a taster for you to enjoy. Contributors include Christopher Brookmyre, Ron Ferguson, Ricky Ross, Hugh MacDonald, Pat Nevin, Jonathan Watson, Eilidh Doyle, Chris McQueer, Leeann Dempster, Cathy Jamieson, Stuart Cosgrove and Val McDermid. Never read Nutmeg magazine? We have offers on back issues and subsc...
2020-06-0454 min
Anything but FootyWADA do the Can Can with Russia ban.WADA has announced that Russia will be banned from international sporting competition for four years. The ban, subject to appeal, means that Russia will not be able to send a delegation to the Olympic or Paralympic Games in Tokyo and will also be banned from most other sporting competition. Euro 2020 is not affected and FIFA is currently reiewing the decision ahead of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.So, Russia are kicked out after failing to adhere with guidelines around their anti-doping operation. Except, they've not been kicked out because individual athletes who can prove they operate...
2019-12-0935 min
The Scottish Gymnastics PodcastMental Fitness - Eilidh DoyleIn this episode we are joined in the studio by one of Scotland's most decorated athletes, hurdler Eilidh Doyle. European, World, Commonwealth and Olympic medalist, poster girl for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games and Team Scotland's first ever female flag-bearer - Eilidh has seen her share of sporting success but now we speak with the woman behind all the medals to explore how she's overcome life's hurdles and what she does to keep her own mental fitness on track!
2019-11-1851 min
My Sporting HeroEpisode 19 - Interview: Eilidh Doyle and Eve MuirheadOlympic medallists Eilidh Doyle and Eve Muirhead join host Daniel Gray to chat about life and football. Expect talk of Hearts and St Johnstone winning the cup, blue popcorn and streakers.Support the Show.Come on over to our revamped website and give our print offering a try: Take me to your wonderful words This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.nutmegfc.co.uk/subscribe
2019-02-2838 min
Marathon TalkEpisode 394 - Ed KerryThe British Para-athletics team win 39 medals, Ed Warner calls for equal funding, Eilidh Doyle's voted in as Team GB captain for the upcoming world championships, and Paris announce an Olympic medal that's made for sharing. Martin speak's to ultra-runner & coach Ed Kerry, and Tom's been taken down by the kids.
2017-07-261h 17