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Tough Girl Podcast
Rahema Mamodo: Mum of 3, Finding Running Later in Life – From Couch to Ultra, Inspiring Women to Break Barriers.
Rahema Mamodo is a mum of three, a passionate runner, and a trailblazer for women in sport. Growing up in Portugal and now based in Birmingham, Rahema discovered running later in life, starting with a simple couch-to-5k program. What began as a personal challenge has blossomed into a mission to inspire women—especially those who look like her—to break barriers, embrace fitness, and find joy in movement. Since her first hesitant steps on a treadmill, Rahema has run over 180 Park Runs in more than 50 locations, completed marathons, and even tackled ultramarathons like Race to the Ston...
2025-04-29
49 min
Get up and Run!
Lloyd Watkin Vegan Runner & MDS finisher.
Lloyd chatted with Huw in this episode on how easy it is to implement and train and race on a Vegan basis. Huw committed to Veganary and then you’ll hear in the into on how that went! Lloyd has kindly put together simple meal plans and references for you to give a go. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BPmDpwJoDjh9hMMWNPnOWkVlrcnaXUFlqqAu-oSNiqI/edit?usp=sharing (copy and that bit if the link doesn’t open) this episode was brought to you by SheUltra which is the first all women Ultra Marathon of its kind with a £1 Million pound five year fundr...
2024-01-11
1h 40
Get up and Run!
Get Up with Dan Pritchard
Huw was joined on the Show with Dan Pritchard and his dad Arwel, Dan had recently become the youngest person ever at 13 years old to finish one of the Pen Llyn Ultras on the Llŷn Peninsula North Wales. One to certainly watch for the future and an experienced head on young shoulders already. Thanks Dan and best of luck for the future from us all at the Get Up & Run Podcast This episode is brought to you by Oladance Wearable Stereos.Huw reviews here:- https://youtu.be/WlqgcWLxFT8?si=V9r4BcQpUJHxIyNh Bag yourself some here :- https://w...
2023-11-25
44 min
Get up and Run!
Get Up with Allie Bailey
Huw & Racheal chat with Ultra Runner Allie Bailey about her new book (Out in February) ‘There is No Wall’ it gives you a fascinating insight into her life,her running and Dog Pickle. She talks about Alcoholism and depression in this episode and that there is help out there and that you are loved 🥰 if your having a hard time there are numbers such as the Samaritans 116 123 and Mind 0300 123 3393. Allie practices her Welsh on Huw and shares some incredible stories. Her book ‘There is no Wall’ is out in February and you can pre order it here :- https://www.adventurebo...
2023-11-25
1h 12
Get up and Run!
Get Up with Martin Cox
Martin Cox, a long-distance runner for four decades and a coach for over 20 years chats with Huw about all things running, from his own experience which you can find out more here:- https://www.vo2maxcoaching.com/coaching/ we chat about the whole of the running world as well as the controversy of how mechanical doping was around in 2016 when Nike Eliud Kipchoge, Feyisa Lelisa, and Galen Rupp — were secretly given Vaporfly prototypes, which were conveniently made to look almost identical to other Nike marathon shoes, and they ended up sweeping all three Olympic medals.. Here’s the notes on t...
2023-11-25
2h 20
Get up and Run!
Casey Morgan Coach. Coaching, Tips for running in the heat and trails and loads more! GET UP !
Experienced Coach Casey Morgan chats with host Huw Williams about coaching,running and top tips for running in the heat and how to adapt, trail running and how not to ride a bike. Contact Casey at https://www.caseymorgan.co.uk/about-me.html for all your training needs no matter of your level.
2023-06-14
43 min
Get up and Run!
Day 2 at the Ultra Trail Snowdonia - Eryri UTMB World Series 2023
Huw geeks out and about at the Savage UTS Trail Snowdonia - Eryri. The lovely people at OLADANCE Wearable Stereo have given you lovely listeners a 20% Discount Just visit oladance.com/GUAR and use the code RUN30 to save 20% on your purchase. Get yours now! Pre race chats on Friday and don’t forget to subscribe and listen out for Innsbruck world champs in June where Huw heads out for https://www.innsbruck-stubai2023.com/ and post race interviews, pre race banter and much much more
2023-05-18
50 min
Get up and Run!
Helen Ryver World Record Half Marathon Run Streak
Helen pops in for a chat about her incredible half marathon run streak. Huw actual listens to a guest for once. Helen talks about how she’s been able to fit a daily half marathon into her busy schedule. She doing it all to fundraise for Mind. Here’s her link to donate https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/helen-ryvar1?fbclid=IwAR0PNha6gDEPtNzOCPBhion2FHyb2P3d_AETRfDpZbkmKp_JGghW2wfwacQ She’s also one of the Ambassadors for SHE ULTRA, which if Huw pulls his act together will have a guest talk about that as well. Enter here:-https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Ev...
2023-03-20
44 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 51: Charlotte Keeffe
Our guest this time round is the incredible Charlotte Keeffe. I had a great time chatting with Charlotte, who is one of the most positive people ever, was a very inspiring chat. I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did. Website: https://www.charlottekeeffe.com/Bandcamp: https://charlottekeeffe.bandcamp.com/Support the show
2023-03-10
1h 05
Get up and Run!
Cambrian way FKT attempt and Willy Warmers
Dafydd Williams Chats with huw & Rachael about his FKT attempt of the 300 mile cambrian way later this year,We also talk kit,balls,moustaches & Get up! ✨⛰️🏴 https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/cambrianwaymountainrescuewales?utm_term=4ZEjBdNEq&fbclid=IwAR2gwHppiXzH_Y-7BmzwyH2S7WPRJ377x5QNur33PsmLvlvUtB_OwrYJJgE
2023-02-27
46 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 50: Constantly Moving Happiness Machines
We have a new record!I chat with co-leader Jonathan Lindhorst about the album in today's episode. If you enjoy the episode, would be great if you were up for checking the album out!Bandcamp link;https://huwvwilliams1.bandcamp.com/album/constantly-moving-happiness-machinesStreaming Hyperlink;https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/constantlymovinghappinessmachines/constantly-moving-happiness-machinesThanks for listening! Support the show
2022-12-16
1h 26
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 49: Andrew Lisle
We're joined by drummer/improvisor Andrew Lisle this time around. Follow Andrew's music here;https://andrewlisle.bandcamp.com/http://www.andrewlisle.com/If you want to support the podcast and hear some extras, you can do so through our Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/improvisedmusicagendaEnjoy!Support the show
2022-11-22
55 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Housekeeping and Happenings November 2022
It's making a comeback! WE've got an episode with Andrew Lisle coming up next week, but here's some waffling in the meantime. Links below about what I mention;LJF Clonmell Jazz links: https://linktr.ee/clonmelljazzBandcamp: https://huwvwilliams1.bandcamp.com/album/constantly-moving-happiness-machinesRise Of The Grumbletonians (streaming): https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/constantlymovinghappinessmachines/rise-of-the-grumbletoniansVenito's Bell and Phone (streaming): https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/constantlymovinghappinessmachines/venitos-bell-and-phone-feat-huw-v-williams-jonathan-lindhorst-mark-pringle--max-santnerPatreon page:https://patreon.com/improvisedmusicagendaSupport the show
2022-11-08
12 min
Get up and Run!
At the Checkpoint chats with Last Man Standing Backyard Ultras Sammy Daye
In this episode Huw Williams chats to Sammy Daye from the Epic Last Man Standing Backyard Ultra about the forthcoming event. A great listen for those looking to learn tips and secrets of backyard competing as well as a flavour of what’s in store for the competitors for the event which is now in its 7th year and also hosting the first Four Nations Backyard Tournament. Live feeds over on the Atlas Running FB Page https://www.facebook.com/ATLASRUNNING/ thanks Sammy and all the best to the runners taking part.
2022-02-06
42 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 48: John Pope
Happy New Year! This episode is with the great Newcastle bass player John Pope. Despite being friends through twitter for a while and having a loads of mutual friends, this was out first meeting and really lovely to hang! Hope you enjoy as much as I did! Follow John on bandcamp here; https://johnpope.bandcamp.com/If you want to support the podcast and hear some extras, you can do so through our Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/improvisedmusicagendaEnjoy!Support the show
2022-01-17
43 min
Get up and Run!
An Exclusive with Ultra Runner Gordon Hughes
For almost 10 years Gordon has been adding up and impressive list of races and mind boggling races. A bit of a Lazarus Lake but the running kind,almost off the grid with his training and preparation. A great pal of host Huw Williams, we get the tip of the iceberg of what Gordon has achieved,his ability to remove himself from any physical discomfort is explained and his very humble approach to how he supports others in races, Huw saw this first hand when Gordon helped him on his way to the 2017 Marathon Des Sables to a more recent Lon...
2021-10-22
37 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Housekeeping and Happenings
Hi all, I'm making my way back slowly to making an episode of the Improvised Music Agenda Podcast, it's been a tough year for it with all the lockdowns and Zooms, but now it's seeming to be safer, it's making a comeback!HON gig tickets;https://www.pizzaexpresslive.com/whats-on/huw-v-williams-honLatvian Radio Show;https://klasika.lsm.lv/lv/raksts/tada-muzika/parkera-varda-un-laila-jaundarbi-pitera-reberga-pedejais-koncert.a147132/Enjoy! Hope to see you somewhere soon!Support the show
2021-07-30
10 min
Get up and Run!
John Stocker chats with Huw about his mind bending Backyard ultra world Record.
Huw dives deep in super geek level chatting with the very humble John Stocker about his world record at the https://www.challenge-running.co.uk/ Backyard Ultra. Kit questions,how he bends his mind and also his race Mantra. Thanks John it was an absolute pleasure https://www.gofundme.com/f/to-make-it-big-dogs-backyard-ultra-in-tennessee?member=11910611&sharetype=teams&utm_campaign=p_na+share-sheet&utm_medium=more&utm_source=customer
2021-06-17
47 min
Get up and Run!
Marathon Des Sables Special Episode 1
Recorded April 2021. Podcast host looks back on MDS 2017. How to enjoy it. In the first episode Huw chats about the first days leading up to the race and what to expect.
2021-04-09
21 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
HON audio commentary part 1
5 years since the release of HON!I've stolen an idea from another musician/podcaster and done an audio commentary!Here's the first part, the second part will be on my Patreon soon. If you want to check out the record you can find it on all the streaming, or even better, you can buy the record here; https://huwvwilliams1.bandcamp.com/album/honSupport the show
2021-02-25
28 min
Get up and Run!
Couch 2 5k - The Fun Way - Week 5 Run 3. Talkthrough with Podcast host Huw Williams
It’s Week 5! Run 3 and it’s a biggy but never fear! Huw talks and god can he talk! All the way through this session. It’s timed so you can just relax and enjoy your jog. Run 3: a brisk 5-minute walk, then 20 minutes of running, with no walking.
2021-02-18
25 min
Get up and Run!
Couch 2 5K The Fun Way. Week 5 Run 2 Talkthrough with podcast host Huw Williams
Week 5 Run 2! Run 2: a brisk 5-minute walk, then 8 minutes of running, 5 minutes of walking and 8 minutes of running. Great work you’ve got this 🎉🎉🎉
2021-02-17
26 min
Get up and Run!
Couch 2 5K the Fun Way - Week 5 - Run 1.
Podcast host Huw Williams talks you through week 5 Run 1 Enjoy and well done. Week 5. Week 5 There are 3 different runs this week: Run 1: a brisk 5-minute walk, then 5 minutes of running, 3 minutes of walking, 5 minutes of running, 3 minutes of walking and 5 minutes of running.
2021-02-10
26 min
Get up and Run!
How to commit and be consistent to your goals with Dan Brook Sutton
For anyone looking to start a new fitness goal or in fact get started on beginning your good health journey then this is a cracking episode for you to listen to. I’m pleased to have on the show my good pal Dan Brook Sutton who is an experienced Personal Trainer,Professional Sports Therapist and available to help you. We chat about overcoming obstacles to get started and why using a personal trainer can really help. Here’s Dan’s details :- https://www.facebook.com/dbssportstherapy/ give him a bell today for a free consultation. Subscribing to the ‘At the Chec...
2021-02-02
35 min
Get up and Run!
Couch 2 5K - The Fun Way - Week 4 Walk Through
Podcast host Huw Williams talks you through week 4. Enjoy and well done. Week 4 For your 3 runs in week 4, you will begin with a brisk 5-minute walk, then 3 minutes of running, 1-and-a-half minutes of walking, 5 minutes of running, 2-and-a-half minutes of walking, 3 minutes of running, 1-and-a-half minutes of walking and 5 minutes of running.
2021-02-01
26 min
Get up and Run!
Couch 2 5K The Fun Way. Week 2 . Talk through with host Huw Williams♥️🏃♀️🕺🏻🏅
Host of At the Checkpoint talks you through Week 2 of COUCH TO 5K THE FUN WAY 🎙🎧🌞😃♥️ For your 3 runs in week 2, you will begin with a brisk 5-minute walk. After this, you will alternate 1-and-a-half minutes of running with 2 minutes of walking, for a total of 20 minutes. Huw talks you through this session,so you can enjoy it rather than checking your watch. With easy to follow prompts and count downs this makes simple and fun work of each session. Enjoy 😊 .
2021-01-14
25 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 47: Brian Krock
Welcome back/Happy New Year!Here's my interview with Brian Krock, composer/woodwindist/youtubist. All music used on today's show was by Brian, follow his bandcamp here; https://bigheartmachine.bandcamp.com/album/visceraHis youtube channel is here; https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsIr0hSU_dXij7ZEnGSa2ewIf you're enjoying the show, do feel free to chip in a couple dollars via the patreon page; https://www.patreon.com/improvisedmusicagendaSupport the show
2021-01-08
1h 12
Get up and Run!
☃️Festive Special with Endurance Legend Huw Brassington. Find out how a rugby injury led to success
Follow all the latest from Huw on Instagram:- https://www.instagram.com/huwjackbrassington/ Here are the links as promised in the show for the Kendal Mountain Festival:- https://player.kendalmountainfestival.com/programs/totally-fkt-the-pennine-way-fastest-known-time https://player.kendalmountainfestival.com/programs/lejog Huws latest challenge and captured by @cwmnida available on Amazon Prime https://www.amazon.co.uk/47-COPA-Forty-Seven-Summits/dp/B08N6QHZ94 Huw is a https://www.salomon.com/en-gb and Suunto sports watches, dive products, compasses and accessories Massive thanks to this episodes sponsors @beautifullybrutal who organise excellent events along the Welsh Coastal Path and Snowdonia as well as...
2020-12-09
1h 07
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 46: Emma Frank
It's been a while.....I'm pleased to be joined by singer/songwriter Emma Frank for this episode. If you're enjoying the interview, do please check out Emma's music (links below)http://emmafrankmusic.com/listen.htmlhttps://emmafrank.bandcamp.com/album/ocean-av-2Support the show
2020-11-29
1h 01
Get up and Run!
Seb chats with Beth Pascal on her FKT of the Women’s Bob Graham Round Time.
Beth Pascall finished the Bob Graham Round in 14 hours 34 minutes - taking 50 minutes off the previous best back in July this year. Seb catches up with her to chat about it as well as covering training and tips. Sebs details Sponsors: Salomon: https://www.salomon.com/en-gb Suunto: https://www.suunto.com/en-gb/ Petzl: https://www.petzl.com/GB/en TORQ Fitness: https://www.torqfitness.co.uk Pandana USA: https://pandanausa.com Social: Instagram: sebbatchelor Facebook: @sebbatchelor Twitter: @SebBatchelor. Rob is also a Salomon Runner and is fuelled by mountain fuel @mountainfuel Buy me Virtual brew at:- https://ko-fi...
2020-10-07
1h 05
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 45: Matt Holborn
Here's my interview with violinist Matt Holborn about life and music.Check out Matt's music here; https://www.londondjangocollective.com/Grimaldi Quintet; https://grimaldicinematique.bandcamp.com/Jazz Violin podcast; https://jazzviolin.podbean.com/Locked in the green room podcast; https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZj8Eimqex7Im0hsnlpox_3iYoCBwb2GcPatreon page: https://www.patreon.com/improvisedmusicagendaSupport the show
2020-07-31
1h 06
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 44: Ant Law
We talk to Ant Law for this month's episode, octatonic guitar scale necks, john coltrane, triplets and many other topics are covered. Here's Ant's new record; https://antlaw.bandcamp.com/album/the-sleeper-wakesPatreon; https://www.patreon.com/improvisedmusicagendaAs mentioned, here are some worthwhile causes if you feel like giving some money;BLM fund; https://www.gofundme.com/f/ukblm-fundTrussell Trust donation page: https://www.trusselltrust.org/make-a-donation/Support the show
2020-07-01
1h 05
Get up and Run!
Hydration Special with Andy Blow from Precision Hydration
Hand on heart do you honestly know what and when to take your gels,salts? Note pad and pen episode with Andy from Precision Hydration. He talks in-depth about how what you are taking during a race or training could actually be detrimental to your performance. A fascinating episode and they have kindly given all listeners 15% off all first orders by putting :- ATTHECHECKPOINT In time of order! Thanks Andy. 3 levers' blog: https://www.precisionhydration.com/blogs/hydration_advice/nutrition-endurance-performance Hyponatremia: https://www.precisionhydration.com/blogs/hydration_advice/what-is-hyponatremia-and-how-can-you-avoid-it Cramp: https://www.precisionhydration.com/blogs/hydration_advice/how-to-get-rid-of-leg-cramp-why-do-i-suffer-from-cramp. Buy me...
2020-06-10
41 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 43: Aidan Thorne
Bass brother Aidan Thorne is our guest this month!We had a fun chat, we talked the current global crisis (yes, that one) and also about his new record with his band Duski.Check it out here; https://duskimusic.co.uk/track/make-a-wishAlso, feel free to donate to the patreon page and help the podcast out; https://www.patreon.com/improvisedmusicagendaSupport the show
2020-05-23
1h 02
Get up and Run!
Salomon Elite Runners Seb Batchelor & Rob Sinclair Special. New Shoe Review Segment also
As I’m still recovering Seb chats away to his good pal and epic Salomon and Mountain Fuel Runner Rob Sinclair. This episode is a running geeks dream with 2 guys at the top of there came chatting away at different training methods and looking back on races. New for the show is the shoe review which I do at the end it’s all about the flash as well as the dash so be prepared! Massive thanks to Rhosydd Bach Courtyard Cottages for sponsoring the show. A must for runners to use as a holiday hub when exploring the coastal trai...
2020-05-09
1h 01
Get up and Run!
SERIES 2 EPISODE 1 Huw updates and Salomon Runner Seb Batchelor gives some training fundamentals
Sebs details Sponsors: Salomon: https://www.salomon.com/en-gb Suunto: https://www.suunto.com/en-gb/ Petzl: https://www.petzl.com/GB/en TORQ Fitness: https://www.torqfitness.co.uk Pandana USA: https://pandanausa.com Social: Instagram: sebbatchelor Facebook: @sebbatchelor Twitter: @SebBatchelor. Buy me Virtual brew at:- https://ko-fi.com/atthecheckpoint Subscribing to the ‘At the Checkpoint’ Podcast, you get the chance to Listen to an international line up of guests talking about races from all over the world as well as what kit worked and what didn’t,training plans and time saving advice to give you that Life,Train...
2020-05-01
41 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 42: Jeremiah Cymerman
This week we have a very special guest, clarinetist/composer/improviser/podcaster Jeremiah Cymerman. Was a very fun talk, recorded in isolation mid March 2020, so some references might sound out of date if you are listening later on. Check out Jeremiah's music here: https://jeremiahcymerman.bandcamp.com/All the music from today's show is from his latest release, Cathedral. Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/improvisedmusicagendaSupport the show
2020-04-19
1h 26
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 41: Elliot Galvin
Here's the interview with pianist/composer Elliot Galvin, recorded live at SET, Dalston on March 2nd 2020, pre-corona lockdown days!All the music used on the show today is from Elliot's solo album, "Live in Paris at Fondation Louis Vuitton."To learn more about Elliot music follow the links below;https://www.elliotgalvin.com/https://elliotgalvin.bandcamp.com/album/live-in-paris-at-fondation-louis-vuitton?from=embedHope you're all keeping well during this time. Keep strong!Support the show
2020-03-25
32 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 40: Jim Black
Very excited to post this one. One of my all time favourite musicians, Jim Black!Jim is an incredible improvisor and musician, who makes music at the very highest level. The music featured in the podcast are both from releases on the Intakt record label, Malamute and The Constant. Please do go out and buy these albums, they are killer.Jim's website; https://www.jimblack.com/Jim_Black_dotcom/hello.htmlPatreon link; https://www.patreon.com/improvisedmusicagendaSupport the show
2020-02-26
1h 12
Get up and Run!
MENNA EVANS FKT RECORD - RUNNING THE LENGTH OF NEW ZEALAND 2020
Huw catches up with the very humble Menna Evans and have a good old chat about the FKT of New Zealand. Listeners will hear the highs and the lows of the challenge. It’s also the last episode of Series 1 of ‘at the Checkpoint’ and a massive thank you to all the guests of the show and those that helped behind the scenes to get the exclusives. We will be back with new podcasts in March/April 2020. Keep an eye out on social media though for the normal banter. www.facebook.com/marathonmenna www.instagram.com/marathonmenna www.justgiving.com/fundra...
2020-02-21
02 min
Get up and Run!
Andrei Gligor - Romanian Ultra Runner and Race Director
Host of ‘At the Checkpoint’ chats with Andrei Gligor about multiday stage races he’s competed in,his brand new Ultra in Romania which will take the competitors along the untouched routes and forests of Romania and the charity its supporting. Andrei has such a passion for the sport it was a real pleasure speaking with him . : https://ultraraceromania.ro Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ultraraceromania Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultraraceromania Strava Club: https://www.strava.com/clubs/ultraraceromania Video Trailers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dhj9Afpq1vM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLohm1mvCVY Multi stage...
2020-02-20
29 min
Get up and Run!
AFGHANISTAN MARATHON & RING O FIRE MULTI-DAY STAGE RACE INTERVIEW WITH JAMES BINGHAM
I caught up with my good mate and inspiration for my own life journey for the last 6 years James Bingham earlier this year to talk about his work setting up the Marathon Afghanistan https://www.marathonofafghanistan.com/ We also chat about the king of the Coastal multi-day in the UK The Ring o Fire and it’s day race the Firelighter. http://www.ringofire.co.uk/ Thanks again for coming on the show James and have a cracking 2020 Make sure you Subscribe to the ‘At the Checkpoint’ YouTube Channel here:- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHOP7xJu3-rkl8lGLJ0DnXg S...
2020-02-09
40 min
Get up and Run!
SALOMON GOLDEN TRAIL NATIONAL SERIES SPECIAL WITH BRITISH INTERNATIONAL ELITE SEB BATCHELOR
Episode 20 Sebastian Batchelor. He’s a British international elite Sky,Mountain and Trail runner. Team Salomon athlete and we chatted about how he’s able to fit all of this in with his Veterinary studies! We dive deep into his training,how he made the simple transition from professional cyclist and how he obtained a 3rd place in the Scafell Skyrace in the blistering hot summer of 2018. Who was first and second? Jon Albon and Tom Evans!!! Get your note pad and pen out for this episode as we have some excellent take home golden tips to help with your runn...
2020-02-06
51 min
Get up and Run!
4 Years in the making - The Inspirational Lisa Wrights Journey to The MONTANE SPINE RACE.
Episode 18 At the Checkpoints Huw Williams has a good old natter with the brilliant Lisa Wright about her incredible 2020 MONTANE SPINE RACE. With the Inspiration from her great pal Sharron Sullivan, Coaching plan from Jonathan Kettle and 2 Pairs of Marks shoes Lisa Wright has only gone and bloody done it! MONTANE SPINE RACE Spine Race The Kit Lisa Mentions:- Gurney Goo Gurney Goo Dexshell Socks x 12 DexShell Retail HOKA HOKA ONE ONE Running Shoes for Men & Women | Official HOKA ONE ONE Ireland Store OEX oexoutdoors - Google Search Tog 24 https://www.tog24.com/pages/outlet Gloves Work Gloves | PPE...
2020-01-31
24 min
Get up and Run!
Guest Swedish Runner Petter Restorp talks about the recent Hong Kong 100
Episode 17 At the Checkpoint host Huw Williams catches up with La Sportiva Athlete Petter Restorp. Petter chats about his 6th place at the Hong Kong 100 earlier this month. We talk about his race plan,kit and running to heart rate. The Hong Kong 100 Celebrated its 10th Birthday this year and Petter explains what the race has to offer. Petter a keen Skier and climber mixes family life,his day job as a firefighter and his training in a fun way,Averaging 12 hours a week it’s very reassuring for listeners to hear that if you train correctly you free up va...
2020-01-30
22 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 39: Ruth Goller
Here's my interview with the incredible Ruth Goller, recorded at the London Jazz Festival 2019, downstairs at the Vortex. Also, massive thank you to Callum Allbrow who recorded the audio for me during all the episodes we recorded at The Vortex.Support the show
2020-01-28
27 min
Get up and Run!
8 Hours Sleep in 7 Days and 22 hours!John Hammond talks about his attempt at THE MONTANE SPINE RACE
Host of ‘At the Checkpoint’ Huw Williams chats with the Mighty John Hammond about his attempt at this years MONTANE SPINE RACE. John also chats about the fact that he couldn’t swim when he signed up for his first Ironman! His matter of fact approach is great to listen and he also chats training and Kit (he was actually warm for all of the race,link to Buffalo Systems below) Thanks John from us all here ‘At the Checkpoint’. https://www.montane.co.uk/ John was fundraising for uk.virginmoneygiving.com/Hammo7 His Toasty kit is http://www.buffalosystems.co.uk...
2020-01-28
23 min
Get up and Run!
Menna Evans - FKT Attempt Running the Length of New Zealand 🇳🇿 🏴🏃♀️✨
The Butterfly that Roared 🏴. Huw chats with his good pal Menna Evans as she attempts the FKT of the length of New Zealand. It’s a roadside interview and the sound is a bit bumpy in bits(Just like her World Record Attempt!) this incredible woman is raising funds for MIND and talks about how everything has gone so far. The full backstory of Menna is here as well as here justgiving page:- Story In January 2020, I will be starting my Guinness World Record attempt to be the fastest lady to run the full length of New Zealand. That's top to bottom of both i...
2020-01-25
27 min
Get up and Run!
Ben Robertson talks about a very unique way he is bringing attention to the Charity MIND
Host Huw chats with the inspirational and possibly the muddiest man in Britain! Ben Robertson on how overcoming his own experiences have now given him a platform to help others. He’s over at the National Running Show this weekend. Here is his story:- For people who know me see and fun sociable, active outdoor obsessed with Trail and obstacle running, walking and generally found running in the hills, forests, moors dipping in rivers and jumping in every puddle, those who really know me know that I have had a lot of personal struggles over the past years which ha...
2020-01-25
33 min
Get up and Run!
MONTANE SPINE RACE. ‘BABYFACE’ Huw Davies. 16th Overall and 1st Brit home.
At The Checkpoint Host Huw Williams catches up with Huw Davies 16th overall and 1st Brit home at the MONTANE SPINE RACE 2020. We talk about his prep,the race, kit and what’s in store for 2020. Find out more about Huw Davies here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hdavies09 Instagram: @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hdavies09 Instagram: @hdavies09 SUBSCRIBE TO MAKE SURE YOU CATCH ALL EPISODES Follow on INSTA: @atthecheckpoint. Follow on Facebook for News & Videos and even more prizes. You can also check out and Subscribe to the ‘At the Checkpoint’ YouTube Channel here:- https://www.youtube.com/channe...
2020-01-23
27 min
Get up and Run!
The NATIONAL RUNNING SHOW Special With COACH & ULTRA RUNNER GARY HOUSE
Stay with us!! The start of the show has a few technical hitches due to a challenge mid show to get this Episode of At the Checkpoint in record time! Before 10pm after finishing the recording it just after 8:15pm! Gary chats about his background and what’s in store at the Awesome BAD BOY Running - ULTRA ZONE at the National Running Show. https://www.google.com/search?q=national+running+show+2020&client=safari&channel=iphone_bm&prmd=nisv&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjC_svFhpjnAhWKTBUIHXHhDPQQ_AUoAnoECBYQAg&biw=414&bih=719&dpr=2#imgrc=r1NBrk-LMfaRgM To find out more ab...
2020-01-22
44 min
Get up and Run!
JOHN KELLY WINNER OF THE MONTANE SPINE RACE 2020 - WORLD EXCLUSIVE
An ‘At the Checkpoint’ WORLD EXCLUSIVE! Host Huw Williams catches up with WINNER of this years MONTANE SPINE John Kelly. We go into depth about his training,nutrition and Kit and some truly incredible moments out on the 268miles route and his sleep plan. He also chats about the races he competed in leading up to the race as well as a humongous challenge he’s going to revisit this year. Links to the various Apparel and Shoe John mentions are listed below as well as the Montane clothing website Thanks for listening. http://www.xoskin.us/email-signup-save.php https://https...
2020-01-21
37 min
Get up and Run!
At The Checkpoint - Craig Williams 43 Marathons Record Attempt
In this Episode Huw Williams catches up with good pal the mighty Craig Williams and the chat about the Marathon Des Sables,The Jungle Ultra, being surrounded by rangers with rifles after collapsing and his totally inspiring 43 Marathons in 20 days with a 20 pound rucksack on his back! All for such an incredible cause the Children's Heart Surgery Fund and find out in the show how by lacing up your trainers you can help. Join in the ‘At the Checkpoint’ Fun! Here’s the Podcast Trailer! The podcasts are bite sized and easy listening,with a range of guests from the runnin...
2020-01-17
36 min
Get up and Run!
At the Checkpoint- MONTANE SPINE MRT CHALLENGER 1st Lady Ella Corrick
Host of At the Checkpoint Huw Williams chats with Ella Corrick the 1st Lady home of the MONTANE SPINE MRT CHALLENGER. They talk about her life living on an island as a Doctor,Ultra Running and Kit! Kit! Kit! Note pads at the ready for what worked and what didn’t. The MRT MOUNTAIN RESCUE TEAM Race is open to all members of MREW but it is only made possible by the generosity and support of the Spine Race organisers and the MRT teams that assist, namely Glossop, Oldham, Holme Valley and Yorkshire Cave Rescue Organisation. The benefits to Mountain Re...
2020-01-16
32 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 38: Mark Holub
We are joined by Mark Holub of the band Led Bib this week, we talk, life music and Channel 4. To learn more about the recent Led Bib record, check out this mini documentary; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PvN4OZ6H6Es&t=142sHere's the podcast's patreon page; https://www.patreon.com/improvisedmusicagendaEnjoy!Support the show
2020-01-14
41 min
Get up and Run!
At the Checkpoint - MONTANE SPINE CHALLENGER Winner EXCLUSIVE with Dougie Zinis
With still fresh dirt in his ears,Race Winner of the 106 Mile MONTANE SPINE CHALLENGER Dougie Zinis talks to host Huw about the race and Kit!Kit!Kit! For everyone looking to take on any of the mighty Montane Spine we talk toe to head about his prep,kit and nutrition. We also find out hints and tips about how being a barber helps with endurance training. Please Subscribe and write a review to make sure you don’t miss out. Full details on the Brutal MONTANE SPINE RACE here:- https://thespinerace.com/events/2018/1/14/montane-spine-race-5gsj5. More details on th...
2020-01-14
21 min
Get up and Run!
At the Checkpoint - Bagpipes at the Ty Coch New Years Day Special
Mince pie sized episode of At the Checkpoint. Host Huw Williams makes his annual visit with family and friends to the Ty Coch. Landlord Stu and team at the Ty Coch always make everyone feel welcome. An exclusive also with a quick chat with the very talented Andy the Bagpipe Player. From us all at ‘At the Checkpoint’ we wish you all a happy and healthy 2020.
2020-01-01
04 min
Get up and Run!
At The Checkpoint - New Years Eve Special. Abersoch SAN SILVESTRE 6K
At the Checkpoints first Outdoor broadcast at the Abersoch San Silvestre!! 6K race for all and a race that’s history comes all the way from Brazil.Again a massive thank you to all those that entered and bought a raffle ticket! All proceeds are going to cystic fibrosis trust this year!!! Thanks John Wormald at totally Abersoch for the photos!!! Host Huw Williams speaks to Organiser Dan Brook Sutton and competitors back at the Abersoch Sailing Club.
2019-12-31
13 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 37: Moss Freed
This was recorded on November 18th 2019 during the London Jazz Festival.It was a fun chat with Moss, hope you enjoy it as much as I did. If you want to give some money to the podcast, you can do so here; https://www.patreon.com/improvisedmusicagendaSupport the show
2019-12-29
39 min
Get up and Run!
Series 1 - Episode 3. Ted Jackson brings his noisy beard to an imaginary nativity set.
In this Episode of ‘At The Checkpoint’ Host Huw Williams Chats to the King of fundurance Ted Jackson https://www.espn.co.uk/sports/endurance/story/_/id/13203195/endurance-sports-schaap-unusual-marathoner-ted-jackson-unique-journey about Marathon Des Sables in fancy dress,Shoe Science,the not yet Christmas Food and Pizza...oh and running around Earth. Having raised awareness and truck loads of cash for https://overcomingms.org/ this Episode is well worth a listen. So before you get to comfy, press Subscribe and listen to Ted and Huw chat as the background noise of Teds disruptive beard tries to take over the airways.
2019-12-24
20 min
Get up and Run!
At The Checkpoint with Rhys Jenkins Series 1 - Episode 2
In this Episode Rhys Jenkins from www.pegasusultrarunning.com chats about his road to this years mighty Badwater 135,Heat training,Crew and running very far in between places that rhyme!As well as what he’s got coming up in 2020. A Runner and a Race Director you can follow him here:- Facebook Pegasus Ultra Running. Instagram rjenko11 (Epic photos at this years Badwater 135) Twitter Pegasus Ultra Run. Hit the Subscribe button to make sure you catch the next ‘At The Checkpoint’ Podcast,where host Huw Williams will be speaking to Ted Jackson who was supposed to be the guest warm u...
2019-12-23
29 min
Get up and Run!
At The Checkpoint - Episode 1.
With it being the festive season and like all great pantomimes At The Checkpoint host Huw Williams has a mini dress rehearsal of the show and interviews himself! This helps listeners understand the format of the show as well as for Huw to open his big fat gob and talk about himself yet again! With a few sneak previews of just a few of the guests that will be on forthcoming episodes grab a coffee and take a listen and subscribe to make sure you don’t miss an Episode of At The Checkpoint
2019-12-23
1h 10
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 36: Cath Roberts
Very excited to have Baritone Saxophonist Cath Roberts as our guest today. She's a real creative, makes music, makes art and also makes things happen. If you would like to hear more of Cath's music, you can do so through her bandcamp page; https://slothracket.bandcamp.com/This was the first of the live podcast recordings, I couldn't have asked for a better guest. Support the show
2019-11-23
40 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Improvised Music Agenda Radio #1
Here's an episode to promote the Live episodes I'll be doing at The London Jazz Festival, downstairs at The Vortex Jazz Club.Guests will include Mark Holub, Ruth Goller, Cath Roberts and Moss Freed. Help spread the word!Support the show
2019-11-12
30 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 35: Sam Leak
We're joined by one of my favourite pianists on the London Jazz scene, Sam Leak. Fun chat! Here's Sam's website if you want to catch up on any of his activity https://www.samleak.com/If you're enjoying the podcast, do please consider giving in a few quid on the patreon page; https://www.patreon.com/improvisedmusicagendaSupport the show
2019-10-24
58 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 34: Liam Noble
Welcome everyone! Had a fun chat with pianist/improvisor/composer Liam Noble for this week's podcast. We talked about music, John Stevens, Brian May, his new album and more. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did!Website: https://www.liamnoble.co.uk/Bandcamp: https://liamnoble.bandcamp.com/releases and https://liamnoblemusic.bandcamp.comSupport the show
2019-09-14
52 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 33: Laura Jurd
Today's episode is with trumpeter/improvisor/bandleader/composer Laura Jurd. Today's chat was great, hope you enjoy it as much as I did. All the music used on today's show is from Laura's latest album Stepping Back Jumping In.To check in with Laura's musical activities, her website is here; https://www.laurajurd.com/And if you want to buy the record you can do so here; Amazon: https://amzn.to/32Bk0hbBandcamp: https://laurajurd.bandcamp.com/album/stepping-back-jumping-inHere's a link to the picture we mention; https://twitter.com/HuwVWilliams/stat...
2019-09-10
53 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 32: Oliver Weindling
Today's episode is a good one.We chat to Oliver Weindling about Life, Babel Label and The Vortex Jazz Club, hope you enjoy as much as I did!Here's a link to Babel's Bandcamp page; https://babel-label.bandcamp.com/ So much great music there, buy a record!Get Huw Warren's Hundred Things a Boy Can Make here; https://amzn.to/2Utwt3LDice Factory; https://amzn.to/2Lo9JiKBilly Jenkins East/West; https://amzn.to/2ZE3sIwSupport the show
2019-08-31
1h 02
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 31: Jeff Williams
Really excited to talk to drum legend Jeff Williams this week. If you want to follow Jeff online, you can do so here;Website: http://www.willfulmusic.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/JeffWdrumsBuy Bloom here; https://amzn.to/2Lm2kR1If you'd like to chip in to the patreon, here's the link;https://www.patreon.com/improvisedmusicagendaSupport the show
2019-07-30
54 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 30: Rhodri Davies
This week's guest is harpist, improviser and fellow welshman Rhodri Davies.If you want to learn more about Rhodri, follow the link below;http://www.rhodridavies.com/https://rhodridavies.bandcamp.com/Hen Ogledd; https://amzn.to/2ZO0cVZ More of Rhodri's music; https://amzn.to/2ZLfAm9Patreon link; https://www.patreon.com/improvisedmusicagendaSupport the show
2019-07-10
47 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Vague Means Vague
Hi everyone, here's a one off podcast. I'm releasing a new single today (23rd June 2019) called "Vague Means Vague".As I'm writing this mid 2019, politics is in a funny place at the moment. It has been 3 years since the EU referendum and we still have no idea what Brexit actually means, Theresea May once said that "Brexit means brexit", but what does it really mean? I'm sure many of you feel my frustration, whichever way you voted. So here's a twisty piece of music that conveys that feeling.Huw V Williams - Bass/Composition ...
2019-06-23
06 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 29: Glen Whitehead
We talk to american trumpeter Glen Whitehead this week. We talk about music, life and also climate change. Was a very fun chat! If you want to learn more about Glen, follow the links below;website: http://www.glenwhitehead.com/bandcamp: https://glenwhitehead1.bandcamp.com/releasesIf you're enjoying the podcast, feel free to donate to the patreon page; https://www.patreon.com/improvisedmusicagendaSupport the show
2019-06-18
47 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 28: Michael Formanek
Very excited about today's episode, it's Michael Formanek! I've been a big fan for a while, I managed to steer off the nerdy bass questions, but we talked life and music. Hope you enjoy as much as I did! If you want to keep in touch with what Michael is up to, here's a few links you can follow;Website: http://www.amibotheringyou.com/Bandcamp, for the latest album of which all of this show's music is from: https://intaktrec.bandcamp.com/album/time-like-thisMichael's music on amazonhttps://amzn.to/2ZBUknC...
2019-06-04
42 min
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 27: Brigitte Beraha
Today is Brigitte Beraha day! Had a lot of fun chatting with Brigitte for this episode, we talked babelfish, death metal, current music scenes and I edited out half the food talk (might do a stand alone podcast for the pre Vortex jazz club restaurant choices).If you want to learn more about Brigitte you can find her website here; http://www.brigitteberaha.com/default.htmlSome of Brigitte's music;https://amzn.to/2PMAEcchttps://amzn.to/2ZO9zF6Also, if you're enjoying the podcast, please share it with your friends.
2019-04-26
1h 04
Improvised Music Agenda Podcast
Episode 26: Olie Brice
This week's guest is Olie Brice, one of my favourite bass players here in the UK. We talk, life, music and the London jazz/improvised music scene.If you want to learn more about Olie his website is here; https://oliebrice.com/Music played on the show is from Olie's last quintet release Day After Day and also at the end is Somersaults.https://tworiversrecords.bandcamp.com/album/somersaultshttps://babel-label.bandcamp.com/album/day-after-daySupport the show
2019-04-03
56 min