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Marple Runners PodcastEpisode 13: Went to the pub ...ended up in a Running ClubThe grand finale of our Marple Runners Origins series has arrived, as we celebrate 10 years of Marple Runners — a club that definitely started with a sensible training plan and not at all with someone saying, “Go on then, we’ll just see who turns up.”We’re joined by some genuine Day Ones: Simon, Maria, Karen and Alistair — plus, despite our repeated attempts to lock the doors and pretend we weren’t in, our very own Mark Lynch. Together they rather raucously relive the early days of Marple Runners back in 2016: the first runs, the first face...
2026-01-291h 06
Marple Runners PodcastEpisode 12: The 2025 Championship UnwrappedLike the stubborn black toenail of the running-podcast world that just refuses to fall off, we’re back with another fine episode.This time, it’s party time. We took the mic down to the Marple Runners End of Year Celebration to soak up the atmosphere and catch up with some of the winners. Compared to last year (see Episode 2 for the full carnage), it was a slightly more sober affair—but no less brilliant. A proper celebration of our members’ running achievements and the countless contributions that make Marple Runners...
2025-12-151h 03
Marple Runners PodcastEpisode 11 : "Lift The Curfew" - Women's Running Safety & Real StoriesWhy should women stop running outside when the clocks go back and evenings get darker? In this powerful episode, Marple Runners amplifies the call to "Lift The Curfew," a national campaign from @ThisGirlCanUK tackling safety concerns that force women to change their running behaviours through winter. Listen as Eleanor takes the reigns, meeting club runners; Hannah, Helen & Lauren, to share their personal stories of fear and resilience, encouraging cultural awareness around this vital issue. Plus, stay for the celebratory round-up of all your latest PBs and race...
2025-11-1656 min
Marple Runners PodcastEpisode Ten : Mud Lust, Cake, and Our Final Lap (of Season 1!) ...a mud-life crisis!We've made it to the finish line—for now! This is our Season 1 finale, and we're celebrating with Manchester Area Cross Country League action.We sent Mark to Match 1 in Stockport to witness the hardy souls who embrace the "mud lust" every winter (and stick around for the cake!). He even snags a brief chat with the MACCL Chair.Also in this episode:Mark debuts his brilliant invention to help Neil avoid the inevitable XC grime.Eleanor's back for another sing-along to...
2025-10-2459 min
Marple Runners PodcastEpisode Nine : A Staggering Race; The Secret Behind Marple Runners' Most Inclusive RaceLike a cat with nine lives, we're back with a new episode! This time, we dive into the Marple Runners Equaliser Race—the inclusive, four-race series that's become a club favourite.We meet two of the series' architects to hear how this new format transformed the old Time Trial, making it accessible and competitive for all paces and abilities.Then, we take you to the action! Mark was at Race 4 with his mic to capture the energy, chat with volunteers, and bottle some of...
2025-09-1653 min
Marple Runners PodcastEpisode Eight : The Odds Are Against Us! Featuring Former Club Secretary John BaileyCould this be one of our last episodes? We've reached the precarious Episode 8, and we're tackling the challenge head-on by inviting the man who constantly reminds us of the statistical probability of failing: John Bailey!John joins us to chat about his 4.5 years as Marple Runners Club Secretary. What secrets did he pick up in the role? What were the best (and worst!) moments? Tune in for a fun, unscripted session as John spills the tea on his time as secretary—and maybe even touches on that amazing co...
2025-08-1055 min
Marple Runners PodcastEpisode Seven : Carnival Race Magic; Behind the Scenes of the 10k Trail Race.Carnival Season is here, and we're dedicating this episode to the Marple Runners Carnival Races: the 10k Trail Race & Family Fun Run!We go behind the scenes of this historic event:Hear from the source! We chat with Andy Lord about how the race was first conceived.Get the development story from Richard, who served as Run Director for the first six years.Current Run Director Neil shares why this event is so meaningful to the club.Even without the main...
2025-07-0548 min
Marple Runners PodcastEpisode Six : Gardening with Richard; The legacy of a Club ChairA major era has ended at Marple Runners! Our dedicated Club Chair of five years has stepped down, and in this episode, we grab him before he starts his new career in gardening.Join us as we interview Richard about his incredible tenure, from leading the club through the initial challenges of lockdown to nurturing Marple Runners into the vibrant club it is today. Find out what he's done for the club and why he let a pair of clowns roast him on his way out!Plus, following all...
2025-05-191h 01
Marple Runners PodcastEpisode Five : Meet the Jeffers; What's this Run-Walk method?It's Episode 5, and we're exploring a running technique that's taken the club by storm: Jeffing!We invited members of our Jeffing Group—who use US Olympian Jeff Galloway's run-walk method—to explain why it's so popular. Get the inside story from Run Leader Debbie C, with commentary from dedicated Jeffers Cathie & Alistair.Host Mel C (not that one) guides the chat as they discuss how Jeffing provides a perfect entry point for new runners and an excellent route back for...
2025-04-161h 06
Marple Runners PodcastEpisode Four : Return of the King; Founding Marple Runners with President Andy LordWe are thrilled to welcome a very special guest this week: Club President Andy Lord!Join us as the "Elvis of Running" drops in to share his running career journey and, more importantly, the inside story of how he started Marple Runners and steered the club through its formative years as Chairman. Don't miss this essential piece of club history!Plus, stick around for the usual fun:Race Round-up & Runner Celebrations with Eleanor.The Social Calendar—Andy H st...
2025-03-211h 18
Marple Runners PodcastEpisode Three : No time for a Snickers ...it's Marathon Training!Deep into the training cycle? You're not alone! In this episode, we tackle all things marathon prep with our expert coaches.We welcome our Coaching Officer, Simeon F-N, who shares his running journey before joining fellow UKA-qualified coach Andy H to break down the essentials: training plans, must-have kit, and marathon nutrition.Then, we go straight to the source! Simeon and Andy bravely take questions from five Marple Runners members who are deep in preparation for their Spring marathons:First-timers...
2025-02-201h 17
Marple Runners PodcastEpisode Two : Not the End of Year Celebration ...Party Highlights & Drunken StoriesForget the red carpet—we brought our microphones to the Marple Runners End-of-Year Celebration!Neil & Mark crashed the party to catch members and hear their running highlights of 2024. We'll be honest: it took a few "sherbets" to loosen tongues, but once they started talking, we were bowled over! Get ready for amazing, funny, and inspiring (if slightly tipsy) stories that capture the spirit of our running community. Spoiler: they definitely know how to party!Also in this episode:Runner Round-up: El...
2024-12-121h 13
Marple Runners PodcastEpisode One : The Marple Menace ...Born on a Saturday!After a few fun evenings and a bit of planning (but not much!), we're thrilled to present the first episode of the Marple Runners Podcast! Our goal is simple: to share the diverse, inspiring, and entertaining stories from our incredible running community.Our inaugural guest is the legendary James Kemp—Club Championship Coordinator, original 2016 Committee member, and the father of Marple parkrun! James joins us to chat about the origins of Marple parkrun and how his passion for running evolved into a career with the organization....
2024-11-221h 02
It's All Cobblers To MeBreezing Past BradfordWow wow wow! What a performance that was. It's not often that the Cobblers go to a stadium the size of Valley Parade and put on a display such as the one we witnessed on Saturday.Goals from Mitch Pinnock, Shaun McWilliams and Sam Sherring blew Mark Hughes' Bradford City away and, in truth, it should have been more.We discuss the performance of the year and launch our Christmas Fundraiser. Plus we hear from James Wiles as NTFC Women thrashed Bugbrooke in the County Cup. And there's laughs galore as Charles, once again, gets...
2022-11-221h 03
It's All Cobblers To MeThe Preview Show: Bradford City v Northampton TownBradford City are next up for a Northampton Town side that are rejuvenated after their win at Gillingham.The match should have been the battle of the division’s top goal scorers, but Sam Hoskins’ last minute yellow card in Kent means he will miss the contest through suspension. That paves the way for Bradford frontman, Andy Cook to put on a show and try and catch our man.Joining us this week to preview the game that pits 4th vs 3rd is Tim Penfold from Bradford City website and podcast, Width of a Post.
2022-11-1839 min
It's All Cobblers To MeThe Preview Show: Northampton Town v Bradford CityThe Preview Show from It's All Cobblers To Me looks ahead to the Cobblers game with Bradford City in League 2.Tim Penfold from Bradford's The Width of a Post podcast is our guest this week as Danny and Charles find out what's been happening to Bradford City over the last 10 years.With Mark Hughes taking over the reigns from Derek Adams at Valley Parade recently, we find out how Bradford fans feel about the appointment, how Hughes has changed the side's fortunes and what the future has in store for League Two's sleeping giant.
2022-04-0848 min