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The Runs PodcastRory Linkletter | Boston Brings Out The Best In MeThis week the boys recap a weekend of racing in South Wales and plug their new vest before being joined by Canadian speedster Rory Linkletter.As usual we throw it right back to growing up and work our way through Rory's journey through high school - including some wrestling - right through to present day.With plenty of pit stops along the way to discuss the importance of good content in running and his desire to experience everything the World of distance running can offer him. Hosted on Acast. See acast...
2026-01-291h 18The Runs PodcastSamantha Munkley | I realised how much running meant to me when I thought it had been taken away.This week the boys look back at Valencia and Chepstow Speedway 10K before welcoming Samantha on to chat about her running journey.From the early days of running, on the treadmill for aesthetics, through to multiple marathons all whilst navigating her way through the biology of the female body.We enjoyed this one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2026-01-231h 23The Runs PodcastMelissa Courtney-Bryant | I Knew I Could Medal That DayThis week the boys are joined by the excellent Melissa Courtney-Bryant.Melissa joined us from Kenya in the midst of training camp, and we'd be lying if we said we weren't jealous of the weather!You can file her under 'athletes we could talk to all day' and we miss so much, but that's just credit to her career so far! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2026-01-161h 08The Runs PodcastEmyr Bissmire | No Days OffWe are back for season 3!This week the boys catch up about what they done over the Christmas period, and then welcome Emyr Bissmire on for a chat about his 365 day run streak of 2025!It's nice to be back! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2026-01-091h 13The Runs PodcastCHRISTMAS SPECIALWrapping up season 3 with a mixed bag of bull-shit! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-12-191h 02
The Runs PodcastJON BUTLER | THERE'S NO ENJOYMENT ON THE WAY AROUNDFinally, the boys pinned him down!This week, we finally sat down with Jon Butler for a chat, and it's only taken 2 years!Join us as we talk through Jon's transition into running after a succesful amateur football career. Nobody knows the back of Dewi Griffiths head better than this guy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-12-121h 20The Runs PodcastNIKI & GARETH | THE INTERVIEWThis week the tables are turned as the boys welcome previous guest and friend Ryan George on to the pod, to host.This episode flies around the place and outs the boys on the other side of the mic, not knowing what questions are coming!It was a pleasure to get Georgey back out of his comfort zone, reflect on the last two years, and fire some shots all at the same time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-12-051h 22
The Runs PodcastVERITY OCKENDEN | IT ALL MAKES FOR A GOOD STORYThis week we are joined by Verity Ockenden as we discuss her journey through running.Not often do these stories start with chasing sheep through a field, but when they do, you know you're in for a good story! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-281h 07
The Runs PodcastJON HAYWARD | YOU KIND OF JUST LEARN FROM YOUR MISTAKESThis week the boys catch up with Jon Hayward!Jon started off with C25K a while back now and has gone from strength to strength across all terrains, this year dropping PBs for fun!It's been quite the journey for Jon, and we hope you enjoy this chat as much as we did! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-211h 04
The Runs PodcastI WANT TO COME BACK BETTER THAN EVERThis week the boys grab a chat with Lucy Reid.Lucy made her marathon debut at the end of 2024, clocking home in 2:26:35 - the third fastest debut by a British female, and this was on the back of a 1:09 half a few months before. Jeez.2025 hasn't been as kind, and Lucy has been sideline by knee surgery - but she's on the way back!We can't wait to see what 2026 looks like. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-1355 minThe Runs PodcastTHE BOYS | RICHARD BURTON 10KThis week the boys look back at the Richard Burton 10K from last weekend, a sensational race to close out the Welsh road racing season.With Niki racing pissed off after his DNF in Eryri, and Gareth picking times out of thin air and trying to hit them, they both had a blast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-0738 min
The Runs PodcastI'D LIKE TO GO SUB 3 IN THE MARATHONThis week Niki debriefs what happened in Marathon Eryri before we are joined by Lauren Stockley who takes us from swimming at a young age through to competing across the board in distance running, triathlon and hyrox.Lauren, you are a weapon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-3158 minThe Runs PodcastTHE BOYS | MARATHON ERYRIThis week join the boys as they look ahead to Marathon Eryri, unpack the last week of running - including Gareth's 5K time trial and discuss zone running and if it's shit or not that shit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-2449 min
The Runs PodcastBEN CONNOR | I ALWAYS KNEW I WAS GOING TO GET TO THE MARATHONhis week the boys are joined by the first Brit from this years' Great North Run, Ben Connor.We discuss Ben's journey into running - however somehow we did miss out his Olympics shift! Gareth's fault.But expect plenty of the usual nonsense, find out why Gareth hates former Chelsea player Andy Myers, and plenty more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-171h 04
The Runs PodcastALEX BELL | I CAN'T COME THIS FAR AND NOT RUN A MARATHONThe boys are back, again! And this time they are joined by Olympian Alex Bell!What a breath of fresh air Alex is, and what a story. From not considering running as a career, through to blowing trials and finally getting to that Olympic finals start line and now into her evolution into a road runner with her sights firmly set on the marathon distance. It's a ride, that's for sure!The boys also break down last weekends' Cardiff Half, and consider whether Cardiff is a big enough City to host a Super-Half...
2025-10-101h 06
The Runs PodcastHANNAH IRWIN | YOU'RE NOT GOING TO IMPROVE IF YOU'RE BEATING EVERYONEIronman is over!This week the boys throats are a little worse for wear after supporting you lot in Ironman Wales on Sunday.Back to running, and this week we welcome Hannah Irwin on for a chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-2659 minThe Runs PodcastWORLD CHAMPS | DO GELS MAKE YOU PEEThis week the boys deliver a fly-by episode and dip into Niki's trip to Nice, France to support friends in the Ironman World Championships and Gareth breaks down Swansea 10K.They also look ahead at this weekends' Ironman Tenby and answer community questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-1950 min
The Runs PodcastPEOPLE ARE RUNNING FOR THE RIGHT REASONSThis week the boys look back at their last week of running, including a sensational last hit out for Gareth at the Run4All 5K series, taking 4 minutes off of his first race, and Niki's 75 minutes at Bridgewater, chalking up another PB to add to his 5K and 10K this year!They are also joined by Sean Casey. Seans' life has been nothing if not surreal and to add to his list of achievements he is now ready to take on Berlin Marathon after diving into running under the guidance of our friend Mick Fox.
2025-09-121h 17
The Runs Podcast4 TRIATHLONS. 4 DAYS. 4 COUNTRIES.The boys are back for another week, and this time we are joined by Leigh Wallis.A motorcross champion in his teens, followed by a long hiatus from competitive sports until he discovered running and inevitable, triathlon!After completing Ironman Wales a few times, and understanding the physical demands, Leigh was struggling to find his mental breaking point. And then, the 444 Challenge was born.4 Iron distance triathlons, in 4 days across 4 countries. That might just do it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-051h 22
The Runs PodcastRIDING A BIKE WAS THE EASY PARTThis week we caught up with @life_of_lewisss and talked, a lot!🚵🏻 Mountain Bikes🏊♂️ Triathlon📹 Content💰FundraisingPlus the boys break down last weekends' Tonypandy Track Classic! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-08-291h 42
The Runs PodcastALL I WANTED TO WAS RUN THAT QUALIFYING TIMEThis week the boys sat down with our friend Carly Stone!Carly has experienced sensational growth over the past few years, culminating in a start to 2025 that has seen her knock down PBs across several distances and secured International honours in a Welsh vest!Not bad for someone that started off in music school! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-08-221h 25
The Runs PodcastI RUN FOR FUNThis week the boys are joined by the wizard behind some of the finest running content of the last 12 months, Conall Whelan.We talk about him growing up in Ireland, some really fast times racing without ever really committing, his dreams to return to racing on the trails and obviously his leap into full time content!The boys also recap their recent 5K races, Gareth's fundraising so far and their triathlon commentary debut! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-08-151h 11The Runs PodcastANOTHER Q&A!This week it's just the boys as they answer community questions.No guest this week as we have had a load of new followers recently so wanted to give them a chance to catch up with us and get to know us a bit better!You all ask some weird questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-08-0854 min
The Runs PodcastSIXTY FOUR SECOND LAPSThis week the boys are joied by another Roadent, and this time is the gentleman himself, Tom Baird.We discuss Tom's journey into running, from Northern Ireland to Cardiff, side stepping Jacob Stockdale and of course, the Tonypandy Track Classic! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-08-011h 22
The Runs PodcastIT'S NOT THAT DEEPBig news in The Runs camp this week as Gareth finally gets the nod for London Marathon 2026!The boys were in good company this week to ride the London wave, as Lucy Jones joins them for a chat about her 2:30 in London this year, and everything either side of it.London Baby! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-07-251h 04
The Runs PodcastYOU CAN'T CONTROL THE WEATHERThe boys touchdown with old friend Matt Watkins, better known as Hotwings.A standard Welsh Valleys schooling in sport kept him active through school before a 9 year hiatus saw him turn to running. Now a seasoned marathoner, with plenty more in the tank! It was class to catch up with him, and we will be joining him on Barry Park Run soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-07-181h 09
The Runs PodcastTHE BOYS MADE ME SIGN A CONTRACTThis week the boys sat down with a man that has taken the social media World by storm.Pedz is more familiar behind the decks transitioning tunes than he is getting out of the soup and jumping on a bike, but here we are!Like many, inspired to try out multisport after a day down Tenby watching everyone attempt to slay the dragon at IMW. Fast foward a few months and his turn to be on the other side and cheered on as he takes on Ironmans' 70.3 distance at Swansea....
2025-07-111h 16
The Runs PodcastI JUST CRAVE ADVENTUREAnnual leave is over and the boys are back!This week we sat down with adventure seeker @BobThomasUltra and work our way through some of his biggest adventures!What a way to get back to it, proper laugh chatting with Bob! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-07-041h 27
The Runs PodcastBRIDGEND BEER MILEThis week the boys are joined by the Bridgend Beer Mile Crew to talk about the event, and why you should be taking part and enjoying a beer! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-201h 04
The Runs PodcastWHAT AN ADVERT FOR PROPER RUNNINGIt's the one after Welsh Castles Relay!What an advert for running. What an advert for proper running. Proper racing. Proper runners. Just fucking running. For the badge. For that person next to you.There was never going to be any other bio was there? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-131h 07
The Runs PodcastI'M ON THE FASTER SIDE OF AVERAGEThis week we sat down with a newbie to the South Wales running community, Liv Law.Liv left the UK as a swimmer at a young age for life in Vancouver and has now returned a runner!Although no stranger to the roads, Liv's true love is the trails, so landing in Port Talbot worked out well for her! Ok, it's not quite Canada, but at least she has Francos on her doorstep! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-061h 03
The Runs PodcastI HAD TOWER BRIDGE ALL TO MYSELFThe boys are making up for lost time and banging out two episodes in a week!We reached out to Cole before he dropped a 2:16 marathon debut and London, and finally got a chance to sit down and have a chat!It was never going to be all about London, and we chart Cole's rise from anchoring the school relay team in year 5 for his first taste of running right through to right now, and what's next.We also spoke about rice pudding, obviously. Hosted on Acast. See...
2025-06-0251 min
The Runs PodcastIT'S A GOOD DAY TO HAVE A BAD DAYThe boys are back!After a week of while Niki explored the Balkans we are back with Emily Marchant!Em has been on before, but she has sandwiched so much in to the 14 months since we had to catch back up! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-301h 27
The Runs PodcastMY FIRST RUN WAS A MILE AND IT TOOK 12 MINUTESThis week the boys are joined by Nathan Canning!The boys stumbled across Nathan through Instagram reels, when he booked a week off to run from his home in Banbury, up to the top of Mount Snowdon and back!The boys also dismantle some of the communities biggest running icks along the way! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-161h 07
The Runs PodcastWE JUST LOVE DOING THISYou might recognise them from their Welsh humour skits across social media, but the Polson twins are pretty handy when it comes to keeping fit!We caught up with the boys and spoke about their journey into the running and fitness World, looking at future plans, and their brand Strive.Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-091h 04
The Runs PodcastTHE MARATHONS | PART TWOThe wait is finally over!Join the boys on this weeks' episode as they inbox their marathons from the weekend.Where did Niki find that run from? Will Gareth be back for more? Were there bananas?Find out now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-021h 00
The Runs PodcastTHE MARATHONS | PART ONEThis week the boys look ahead at this weekends' marathons.Niki will be towing the line one more time in London while Gareth will be making his marathon debut in Manchester.They also look back at last weekends' Boston Marathon and try and decide the best donut filling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-2530 min
The Runs PodcastTHE WOMENS' MARATHON FIELD IS STACKEDThis week the boys address some of the shocking mishaps at Newport Marathon Festival, before being joined by Natasha Wilson.Natasha takes us on her journey though the American NCAA system before returning to the UK and beginning a corporate career, right up to present day and going full-time running, with a helping of farming on the side! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-1857 min
The Runs PodcastI DIDN'T THINK I'D RUN A MARATHON SO SOONThis week the boys sat down with a relative newbie to the world of running, local boy, Nathan Smith.After a pretty decent rugby career on the local circuit, Nathan has now turned his sights to running and we caught up with him a few days before his marathon debut in Newport! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-111h 09
The Runs PodcastHOT TAKESThis week the boys are bringing you something a little different!We sat down with some of the longest serving faces in the South Wales running scene and unboxed some of the hottest topics about.Join the boys, Darkey, Bull and Bishy as they delve through camel backs, charity races, influencers and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-041h 00
The Runs PodcastI'D LIKE TO MAKE A GB TEAM IN THE MARATHONThis week the boys were joined by one of the half of the second best running podcast in Wales, Dan Nash!Dan has both Wales and GB vest in his wardrobe as well as an impressive pacing job for Phily Bowden out in Berlin.Listen up as we navigate through Dans' early exposure to running in Cornwall, the switch to Wales and future ambitions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-03-281h 14
The Runs PodcastTHE MAN WHO RAN A MILE FOR EVERY POINT WALES LOST BYThis weeks guest has been a viral sensation during this seasons' Mens Six Nations Championship.Rhodri Williams took on an insane challenge during the tournament, running 1 mile for ever point Wales lost by.With Wales' stock in the rugby World at an all time low, this was never going to end well!Join us as we talk about how the challenge helped Rhodri fall back in love with running again, and how he uses running to explore all the different destinations his job lands him in! Hosted on...
2025-03-211h 07
The Runs PodcastTHIS JOURNEY IS TOO SPECIAL FOR IT TO END HERE.This week the boys are joined by Jack Kavanagh, straight off the back of some impressive times since the turn of the year!A relative newcomer to the world of running, Jack has propelled himself into the elite field and is now fully focused on the biggest prize.Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-03-141h 07
The Runs PodcastI'D RATHER RUN 15 MILES THAN HAVE A HANGOVERThis week the boys are joined by SVT athlete Alex Simpson.Gareth and Alex worked together nearly 20 years ago and hadn't seen each other again until their paths crossed at a run, Worlds apart from the lives they lived 20 years ago!Tune in and listen to Alex compare the euphoria of Heartbreak Hill to a night in Escape and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-03-071h 11
The Runs PodcastANOTHER BONUS EPISODE!We can't manage diaries very well recently! Haha.Life got in the way for this weeks planned guest, so he's a short and sharp episode with the boys! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-2839 min
The Runs PodcastTHE Q&A SESSIONThis week the boys sit down and answer some community questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-2153 min
The Runs PodcastI INTEND ON PUTTING VOLUME OUT THAT NOBODY HAS SEEN BEFOREThis week the boys dragged a Crossfit coach out of bed at 6AM in Australia for a chat!Mark Branniff joined the boys this week from the other side of the World to talk us through some of the insane endurance challenged he has done over the last couple of years and his future ambitions in the area!Spencer Matthews, Russ Cook, Ross Edgely - make some room for Mark! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-131h 00
The Runs PodcastI WANT TO GET MEMBERSHIP TO THE 100 MARATHON CLUBThis week the boys sat down with a man who's enthusiasm for running is undefeated.Chris Pratt's enthusiasm is infectious. Spawned from a default entry into the London Marathon back when 4 failed entries resulted in a guaranteed spot, Chris' journey has spiralled from there.He has poured countless hours into Ogmore Phoenix Running Club, serving as the Chair for many a year and is also a proud Asics Frontrunner.And his journey is far from over, but you'll have to listen to find out more! Hosted on Acast...
2025-02-071h 18
The Runs PodcastTHE ONLY GOAL I HAD LAST YEAR WAS TO BREAK THE 4 MINUTE MILENiki and Gareth are both rougher than tarzans' feet this week, but the show must go on!On the other hand, expert pacer Ben Claridge joins us from a lovely ski chalet in France, taking a break from the slopes. This week the boys travel through Ben's journey that has seen him pivot between the 400 and 800, throwing in a couple of other distances, all building up to breaking the 4 minute mile in the summer of 2024!Top boy, Ben. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-3154 min
The Runs PodcastI WANT TO DEBUT AT 2:28 IN THE MARATHONThis week the boys are joined by adopted Welsh girl, Jenny Nesbitt.Join us as we navigate through Jenny's journey into the running world, trying her hand at every sport in her primary school days before setting her sights on becoming a runner.A great chat, beautifully unorganised by the boys, it's a great insight into the journey into running with a few pit stops into the effect of content creation on the sport, looking into the positives and negatives it can bring. Thanks Jen! Hosted on Acast...
2025-01-241h 09
The Runs PodcastYOU'RE NOT GOING TO BREAK 2:33!This week the boys welcome Molly Smith on the pod.Molly may be the sister of speedster Jake, but rest assure she is making her own waves in the running World quickly. Her first full year in 2024 saw her make her marathon debut in London, clocking in at 2:37 before wrapping the year up at Valencia marathon, leaving Scott Gray in her dust as she clocked a sensational 2:31!Molly Smith, remember the name! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-171h 02
The Runs PodcastHOW I BEAT NIKI IN VALENCIAThe boys are back with a second season of the fastest podcast on the internet!To kick off this season, our guest needs no introduction, he had enough grief through the first season!Join us as we chat with Scott about his journey into running, which quickly turned into triathlon - before it was cool!A journey that was derailed just as it was starting with a Crohns diagnosis, Scott has worked his way back and has just wrapped up a stunning 2024, bringing the curtain down on the year by...
2025-01-101h 04
The Runs PodcastSEASON ONE - THE QUIZ!We just needed a way to fill a gap between the end of season 1 and start of season 2. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-12-2146 min
The Runs PodcastI WANT TO BREAK THE BRITISH RECORDThe boys welcomed their final guest of season one this week, and what better way to sign off than with the incredibly lovely Calli Hauger-Thackery!Calli takes us through her story from knowing it was running from a very early age, studying hip-hop in New Mexico, a short stint as a lumberjack in Australia right up to this years Olympic heartbreak.Yet again, it's a good one! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-271h 24
The Runs PodcastQUIETLY CONFIDENTThis week the boys welcome Daf Jones on for a chat about his running journey.A slow burner that has started to light up his races as he rolls into his twenties. Daf takes us through the start of his running journey, with a shirt stop in New York that wasn't for him and landing back in Wales with a desire to prove himself in the running scene.Daf speak so well for someone shy of his 21st birthday and we are sure he's bang on track to make some noise in the...
2024-11-221h 25
The Runs PodcastTHE RUNDOWN | LILY PARTRIDGE | NYC MARATHONFor this episode of our guest catch ups we welcome Lily Partridge back to recap all things NYC Marathon from an elite runners point of view. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-1641 min
The Runs PodcastBACK YOURSELFThis week the boys were joined by a man who has created a legacy in the running World.Running. Coaching. Broadcasting. James Thie has taken the opportunities presented to him and squeezed them for all they are worth, carving out an incredible career.We cover everything from his young days travelling around the World and racing for purses that would pay the bills, to his transitions into coaching and broadcasting, whilst still competing on the track and the tarmac.Great episode. Great guy. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See...
2024-11-151h 27
The Runs PodcastPURE CARBONThis week we are joined by Michael Darke of CDF Runners.We navigate throgh being shit at sports in school, starting running, stopping running and then starting again!We address some of running hot-takes and dip into what's being going on in the running world in the past week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-081h 20
The Runs PodcastTHE RICHARD BURTON 10KThis weekend the best race in Wales rocks around for another instalment. That's right, it's time for the RB10K again, and the boys sat down with Run Director Shaun Tobin.Before the boys got onto the famous race, they took a quick fire trip through Shauns sporting achievements, sprinkled with medals from both boxing and running. you could sit down with Shaun for hours and listens to his stories. And then we got onto the big race, it's history and it's development into the modern day alongside the rise of social media.
2024-11-011h 00
The Runs PodcastFROM PONTY TO PARISThis episode sees the boys welcome another Ponty Roadent.But this time, she's also an Olympian!Clara Evans-Graham joins the boys this week after a whirlwind summer that saw her finish as first Brit in the Womens' Marathon at Paris 2024 after a late call up, and then slip off to get married!What a summer! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-10-2756 min
The Runs PodcastARE YOU REDDY?In this episode the boys finally caught up with the pup taking the South Wales running scene by storm.Jack Reddy, the baby faced assassin for Aberdare to talk to us about his journey from blowing after 400M of a 5K to chasing that sub 17 down.What a journey, what a kid. Keep an eye on this one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-10-2541 min
The Runs PodcastPULL UPThis week the boys headed back to the States to complete their Mount Rushmore of Running Content creators and add Tommie Runz to the list!Join us this week as Tommie squeezes us in between coming off Berlin Marathon and heading off to Chicago Marathon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-10-111h 19
The Runs PodcastTHE CARDIFF HALF SPECIALIt's Cardiff Half time again!This week the boys caught up with the boys they usually run Cardiff Half with.The boys talk about the highs and lows of the route, poor preparation, poor nutrition and tell stories of years gone by! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-10-041h 07
The Runs PodcastVAMOS CARLOSThis week the boys wrap up their Ironman content by welcoming on Spaniard Carlos Rufo.They first encountered Carlos at IMW18, when they noticed him on the run route being supported by his father. Naturally the boys joined in with cheers of VAMOS CARLOS on every lap!They tracked him down through Strava and have exchanged Kudos ever since! Carlos spent an hour taking us through his journey from judo to triathlon, the quest for Kona and now into a more relaxed approach to the disciplines! Hosted on...
2024-09-2751 min
The Runs PodcastTHE FRESH PRINCE OF SVTThis week the boys welcome Swansea boy Marc Barrow onto the pod!Marc has achieved excellent results on the triathlon route, both on the course and away from the course with Swansea Vale Triathlon Club.He might not have been much cop at sports in school, but he's made it up for it since! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-09-201h 25
The Runs PodcastFROM BODYBUILDER TO TRIATHLETEWith Ironman Wales just around the corner, the boys welcomed Shane Parsons onto the pod this week. Shane has had a wild ride and has gone from bodybuilder to triathlete in the space of one year!They cover everything from growing up playing the traditional Welsh sports in school before going off to uni and finding bodybuilding, right up to his transition to a triathlete and even bigger plans for 2025!Bare with us on the audio of this episode, the wifi in Niki's hotel whilst he's working away was not user friendly!
2024-09-131h 03
The Runs PodcastBONUS | Q&A WITH NIKI AND GARETHThis week the boys catch up over some community questions from Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-09-0648 min
The Runs PodcastI'M JUST A LITTLE FAT KID THAT GOT LOST IN THE MIDDLE OF MARATHON RUNNINGThis week the boys welcome marathon runner and runfluencer Mix Fox onto the pod, all the way from County Armagh in Northern Ireland.The boys chat about the different sports Mick threw himself into before piling on 30KG in just over a year. He then turned back to running in a quest to shed the pounds and discovered marathon running.The rest? Well, it's not quite history! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-08-301h 08
The Runs PodcastI NEVER CHECK THE ELEVATION!This week the boys welcomed Tammy Fry from Caerleon Runners onto the pod!Tammy will race any distance with or without a buggy!Who debuts at marathon distance hoping to dip under 5 hours and just misses out on a GFA time by minutes?!Tammy Fry does!________________________________________________________________________________________SUPPORTED BY RACKD.info@rackd.online________________________________________________________________________________________ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-08-2358 min
The Runs PodcastI RAN CARDIFF HALF AFTER 4 ROUNDS OF CHEMO.This week the boys welcome Phil Caseley on for a chat.Phil is an online performance coach, helping his clients to excel in all aspects of life.But his journey has been an interesting one. Part of the original jab-a-tan and GHD straightners brigade, a long stint in Ibiza seen Phil put the glow sticks away. With plenty of bumps along the way, you won't want to miss this one! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-08-161h 21
The Runs PodcastSUNS OUT TUMS OUT SZNThis week the boys welcomed the big dude who runs a lot.That's right, Alex Hermanson AKA Herm.Runs over on Instagram joined us from across the pond to chat about running and life as a content creator.Expect donuts, and quite a bit of chat about sports we don't usually chat about! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-08-091h 13
The Runs PodcastWALES DESERVES AN ELITE TRACK RACE!This week we are joined by long time friend and training partner of previous guest Jake Smith, James Heneghan!James has made his way to South Wales from the other side of the bridge, and is a bit of an honorary Welshman now. We talk about growing up in the Hamphshire schools running circles, that have spawned some of the most competitive Park Runs in the UK.We couldn't let him go without talking about his record snatching shift at this years Castles, his constant battles with Jake and of course, the inaugural...
2024-07-261h 02
The Runs PodcastTHEY USED TO CALL ME TONY HAWK GROWING UP!The boys are back with another outstanding guest!This week they spoke with Craig Jones, from Swansea Harriers.Craig is an incredibly talented man who has excelled in triathlon as well as having several other interesting hobbies. Now we can't give them all away, so give it a spin and let us know what you think! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-07-191h 22
The Runs PodcastI HAVEN'T GOT A FAVOURITE DISTANCE YET!This week the boys welcome Arwel Roberts onto the pod!We first met Arwel when we took over Maesteg Park Run and he made the journey over to support two strangers that had just started a podcast, and ever since we have all become good mates. that's running!Join us as we talk all things running, obviously including his love for Run4All Neath and WeRunWales! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-07-1258 min
The Runs PodcastI WENT FOR MY FIRST SWIMMING LESSON WITH NO GOGGLESThe boys are back in the chatroom this week with another Ponty Roadent, Darren Bishop.As usual we chat all things running and anything in between.Let us know how it went! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-07-051h 01
The Runs PodcastIN THE GARDEN WITH THE WOLFPACKThis week the boys are in Niki's garden with members of Maesteg Triathlon Club.We invited Ben and Dean over for a gardenpod, but we should have known that Wolves come in packs!Join us as we chat with Ben, Dean, Rhodri and fans' favourite Ryan George!With plenty of laughs, it's a good time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-07-031h 00
The Runs PodcastPEOPLE JUST LOVE THIS RUNNING THINGThis week the boys sat down with rising Youtube star @AubreyRunning What a breath of fresh air, speaking all things running and content creation with Aubrey. His enthusiasm and thirst for knowledge is infectious and it was an hour well spent.Ya know you better listen now, right? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-06-211h 12
The Runs PodcastTRUST THE PROCESS. LOVE THE PROCESSThis week the boys welcomed Kelly Ruck onto the pod for a chat!Kelly has dappled in everything from hiking right through to marathons and is currently deep in the pain pit of triathlon. Kelly juggles all this whilst managin type 1 diabetes.We cover everything from broken wrists, poorly organised events and how she manages a large social media following.It was a great chat and as usual the hour flew by. What a warrior. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-06-071h 04
The Runs PodcastTHE MOUNTAIN GOATThis week the boys sat down with OPR and Sunday Club alumni, Jake Tasker!A relative newcomer to the running World, having picked up a pair of burgundy Fila running shoes for twenty quid during lockdown, Jake has taken the local running scene by storm. More recently he's picked up his first Welsh vest, representing Wales out in France.But, most importantly, as always, what a nice guy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-05-311h 03
The Runs PodcastDID USAIN BOLT REALLY EAT A DIET OF CHICKEN NUGGETS?This week the boys stepped out of their comfort zone and welcomed Welsh Athletics team Captain and Olympic hopeful Hannah Brier on to the pod to talk all things sprinting!As always we throw it back to the school days to see where the competitive streak comes from and travel right up to current day and future plans. Gareth also found out why he didn't get that job he applied for with the council! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-05-2457 min
The Runs PodcastYOUR BIKE IS LIKE TRIGGERS' BROOM!This week the boys welcome their friend Aled Jenkins on to the pod.The boys fly through Aled's rise from getting booted aroud the junior football pitches of South Wales stuck out on the wing as the only recognised left footer available, through his start in endurance sports and right up to present day competing in the Ironman World Championships and a 2:30 London Marathon debut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-05-171h 05
The Runs PodcastIT'S BEEN A BUSY FEW WEEKS!It's been busy!The boys sit down and recap the last few weeks and talk about future plans for their running and the pod! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-04-2739 min
The Runs PodcastTHIS COULD BE PARIS, OR ANYWHERE, BARRY OR PORTHCAWLFinally, the boys sat down with Lily Partridge and discussed her running career, what she done before becoming a professional athlete, and find out if she really does warm her tea in the microwave! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-04-2248 min
The Runs PodcastTHIS COULD BE PARIS, OR ANYWHERE, BARRY OR PORTHCAWLFinally, after some incredible battles with Gareth's wi-fi, the boys got to chat with the excellent Lily Partridge.As usual we wind it right back and throw it straight up to present day, covering what Lily done before being a pro athlete, her Olympic hope as well as the hottest topic on ur socials - does she REALLY warm her tea up in the microwave?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-04-2048 min
The Runs PodcastCHASING THE SIX STARSThis week the boys welcomed Carly Cole onto the pod.Carly has one star in the bank and is on the big bird to Boston next week to nab her second!We chat about all thing running as usual!See you there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-04-0553 min
The Runs PodcastSAY EIGHT HUNDRED METRES AGAIN, PUNKThis week, by popular demand, the boys sat down with none other than Jimmy Watkins.From the World Champs to touring the USA with his band, back to running and - you guessed it - back to touring the USA!What a story. What a guy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-03-291h 04
The Runs PodcastONE THOUSAND LAPS OF THE CELTICWe dip back into CF34 and dive into a chat with the local legend of the Celtic - according to Strava that is!Grant Medcraft joins the boys and talks all things London Marathon, his incredible runing habits and how we ended up over the mountain running for Pontypridd!Here we go! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-03-2247 min
The Runs PodcastMARATHONS AND ALGORITHMSThe boys pulled off a huge coup and sat down with Michael Ko AKA Kofuzi.Mike is a professional YouTuber specialising in running content, and running shoe reviews - but you probably already knew that?!Mike was a pleasure to chat to, and all paths leads to London Marathon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-03-1758 min
The Runs PodcastNICE TO SEE YOU, TE VOIR NICE!The boys welcome the politest person they have ever encountered on the Ironman Wales course, Emily Marchant!We fly through Emily's endurance career, a self-confessed runner that does triathlon. With a huge 2024 on the cards, we take a look at her events and her ambitions for each of them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-03-1548 min
The Runs PodcastHUNDRED MILES IN A MULLETThe boys are back after a calendar malfunction with the fastest mullet this side of the Bwlch.They sat down with Adam Bull and talked all things running and much more.You know what to do! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-03-091h 02
The Runs PodcastCHASING, RACING AND PACINGIn this episode the boys sat down with one of the most exciting distance runners in the UK.Jake Smith is online with the boys covering everything. The ups and downs of life as a professional athletes. The set backs and the comebacks.The boys thoroughly enjoyed this chat, and they are sure you will too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-02-171h 00
The Runs PodcastSUPERBOWL LVIII SPECIALThe boys sit down with their fantasy league pal Morgan and are also joined by Quinn, their youngest ever guest!A quickfire chat as the boys look forward to the weekends Superbowl in Las Vegas! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-02-1035 min
The Runs PodcastTHE HUMAN SHEEPDOGOn this episode the boys welcome Dewi Griffiths.The boys zip through growing up on a farm through to Olympic dreams and the weird race Dewi would love to attempt one day!Let's go! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-02-0243 min
The Runs PodcastNO KNEECAP, NO PROBLEMThis week the boys sit down with Ryan from RG Elite Sports Therapy.They cover everything preparation, recovery and prevention, as well as Ryan's very own Ironman Wales journey.Listen up, cos you know you could stretch better, right? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-01-191h 17
The Runs PodcastFOUR KIDS AND NO RECOVERY SHAKESWelcome to 2024!The boys kick off the new year by sitting down with Lizzie Dimond!Lizzie is a busy mum of 4 that also happens to be an Aspics front runner and the current Newport Marathon champion!We can't fit everything else about her in this little bio, so what are you waiting for?Give it a spin!Happy New Year! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-01-0553 min
The Runs PodcastTHE SWYD SPRINT TRI EPISODEThe boys take a trip down memory lane for this Christmas Special.All the way back to Summer, 2018!June to be exact, when they boys took on their first, and last (so far) triathlon.Listen up to see why they would ever do something so stupid!Merry Xmas ya filthy animals! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-12-2231 min
The Runs PodcastTRIES, TRIS AND NICE GUYSThis week the boys are stepping out of the comfort zone and speak to triathlete Kyle Blackmore.An accomplished rugby player in a previous life, Kyle changed lanes in lockdown and is firmly in the rabbit hole of triathlon.The boys dive through Kyle's triathlon journey to date, speak about what the industry looks like from the indie and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-12-151h 04
The Runs PodcastPARK RUNS AND PERSONAL BESTSJoining the boys this week we have a man that has shaved an hour off his Cardiff Half Marathon time in under 10 years.Join the boys and their guest, Ogmore Phoenix' very own Nicky Bennett. Expect the usual running journey and a healthy sprinkling of nonsense! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-12-0256 min
The Runs PodcastINTRODUCTIONS AND FUTURE PLANSIn the first episode of The Runs podcast, Niki and Gareth introduce themselves and cover why they run, medals, revolutionising running, finisher tees and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-11-1537 min
The Runs PodcastTRAILEREpisode 1 - Coming Soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-11-1200 min