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What The Fartlek Podcast

What The Fartlek Podcast

The home of the most disorganised running podcast in the world! What The Fartlek is a light hearted, community based running podcast! We talk to inspirational guests from all over the running community about their stories and motivations. Plus, every week hear about our parkrun tourist adventures, get involved in our community challenges and laugh with (at) our running mishaps Be sure to subscribe, rate and checkout our social media channels: Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What

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01:41:18

Series 9 Episode 1: Nick Finney

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2023/01/19

It's Thursday and you know what that means... A brand new series is upon us, the 9th in fact! We had the pleasure of interviewing a proper Fartlek Family OG, good ol' Dirt Monkey himself, Mr Nick Finney. Nick shares his running journey as well as a battle through an eating disorder, he's a very nice chap too! One mile Matt takes us on a (very short) journey around the Rasselbock Winter Run, Rob talks about how well his running is going, JP gets a new job and the lads worry about SMJ! Parkrun chat

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02:08:22

Series 8 Episode 16: The 100th

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/12/22

It’s Thursday and you know what that means The road to 100 draws to a long awaited conclusion as we celebrate a century not out with our series 8 finale Strap in - it’s a long one! Matt marks the occasion by stepping into the interviewer chair and chatting to old thumb head himself. The lads talk about running, mental health, the podcast and more Plus it’s an engagement party for the ages (in that it lasts about an hour) as Bemma and (for some reason) Jack join us to talk all about their amazing

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01:32:34

Series 8 Episode 15: Jack Miller

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2022/12/15

It's Thursday and you know what that means I got 99 problems but a stitch ain't one Our penultimate stop on the road to 100 is here and its a great one In the main event Rob sits down with the founder of Pockit apparel, Jack Miller. We talk about his budding career as a youth footballer, how injury forced him to change his trajectory, the process of starting his own running brand and some of the challenges that the business have faced recently Plus we have a very special new entry to the Wildy

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01:44:36

Series 8 Episode 14: Becky Briggs

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2022/12/08

It's Thursday and you know what that means Episode 14 of the series - but episode 98 overall as the road to 100 rolls close to a conclusion and we have a packed one for you In our main event Rob sits down with the excellent Becky Briggs - European U23 marathon record holder and all round good egg. We talk in depth about Becky's incredible accomplishments and how she balances the pressures of her talent with with everyday life. A really interesting, honest and inspirational chat. Plus Bemma are back

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01:47:17

Series 8 Episode 13: Nick Bester

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/12/01

It's Thursday and you know what that means An absolute monster of a show headlined by a machine of a runner as Rob shoots the breeze with the incomparable Nick Bester. We talk about his love affair with London, his coaching journey and road to starting Best Athletics and his recent Berlin outing chasing that elusive sub 2:20. That's not all though, Rob is sick but didn't complain at all and was very professional, the lads talk about upcoming fundraising plans, Bemma and very special guest McPaul

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01:36:42

Series 8 Episode 12: Rhys Jenkins

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2022/11/24

Its Thursday and you know what that means The road to 100 pulls into another station and its one for you ultra/endurance fans In this weeks main event Rob chats to the excellent Rhys Jenkins about his incredible achievements and adventures as well as his huge plans for the future. Plus its a chaotic parkrun catch up as the lads and Emma go a little bit rogue with Dad jokes, bad accents and judging strangers photography skills galore! The boys are fund raising this year for the amazing Make-A-Wish UK

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01:56:03

Series 8 Episode 11: Mike Seaman

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/11/17

It's Thursday and you know what that means Alton Towers is in the rear view but we are looking forward on the road to 100. In our main event, Rob chats to Mike Seaman and accomplished runner in his own right who has racked up some amazing challenges and achievements, he also happens to be the CEO of Racoon events and the man behind the National Running Show. We hear all about his journey as well as venturing into the world of running events management It's a bumper one this week as the lads reflect

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01:47:06

Series 8 Episode 10: Ron Dawson

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2022/11/10

Its Thursday and you know what that means The band is back together for another stop on our road to 100 and this week we have a bumper one In the main event Rob sits down with Mr Ron Dawson. Dialling in all the way from across the Atlantic, Ron talks all about his running journey, his success in Triathlon, his focused and driven attitude to use movement and exercise to prolong his quality of life and his 'DO NOT QUIT' mantra That's not all for this week's action packed show - Bemma talk parkrun with

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01:36:13

Series 8 Episode 9: Nat Runs

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/11/03

It's Thursday and you know what that means We are back, refreshed and raring to go as we make our final approach on the road to 100. 8 MASSIVE episodes left and we are starting strong. In our main event, Rob chats to the awesome Nat Runs - we find out all about her running exploits, from 5k to 100 mile ultra and her more recent social media celebrity status as her very cool 'run until you see' videos have amassed her quite the following on IG and TikTok That's not all though, the lads talk about

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01:29:25

Series 8 Episode 8: Alice & Nathan (Cheshire Runners)

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/10/20

Its Thursday and you know what that means As we head into our mid series break on the road to 100 we finish strong with an action packed, International episode. In the main event Rob chats to Nathan & Alice AKA Cheshire Runners about their running journeys, love of Parkrun and upcoming adventures. Plus our own parkrun power couple Ben and Emma are back from Poland to tell us all about their exploits and Matt dials in from Portugal to talk about the lad's weekend in York. Remember you can join

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01:41:58

Series 8 Episode 7: Jo & Alice

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/10/13

It's Thursday and you know what that means The road to 100 rolls on and our penultimate episode of part 1 of Series 8 is a MASSIVE one In our main event, Rob sits down with Jo, who alongside the amazing Alice have been embarking on running adventures over the last 5 years. Alice lives with CASK, a life limiting condition but trust us, that doesn't slow these guys down - one of the most heart warming, funny, special chats we have ever had Plus Bemma becomes ROBEMMA as Matt takes heat duties to quiz

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01:45:42

Series 8 Episode 6: Jodie Evans

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/10/06

It's Thursday and you know what that means The road to 100 rolls on and we have been so excited to share this one. This week Rob sits down with one of our own, the incredible Jodie Evans to talk about her running journey, her battle with cancer and her recovery. One of the most honest, vulnerable and engaging chats we have ever had the honour to be a part of, you don't want to miss it Plus SMJ discovers how meat works and Ben & Emma joined the Fartlek Family down in London for an action packed

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01:26:27

Series 8 Episode 5: Tissy Brignall

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2022/09/29

It's Thursday and you know what that means We are back on the grind to 100 with an action packed episode. Rob sits down with Tissy Brignall in the main event as we talk about her running journey and how she is 'trying every day to be the authentic me' Plus there is definitely no wild story this week, Ben and Emma join us for a chaotic Parkrun segment and the lads talk about Matt's marathon countdown If you are planning on heading to the National Running Show North on the weekend of 21st and 22nd

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01:37:00

Series 8 Episode 4: Jess Robson

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/09/22

It is Thursday and you know what that means The road to 100 rolls on and there is a community feel to this week's episode as Rob chats to Jess Robson in our main event. We talk about her running journey, starting the awesome Run Talk Run group and her new project, The Community Starter. Plus Ben tells us all about his first solo Parkrun since lockdown, there is a new Wildy Nation member, Emma jumps on to help with roll call and the lads talk about the word 'fail'. This week's episode is dedicated to

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01:32:36

Series 8 Episode 3: Danny Kristof

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/09/15

It's Thursday and you know what means The lads are back for another episode of Fartleky Fun and its full steam ahead on the road to 100. Our main event sees Rob sit down with the Awesome Running Manc himself, Danny Kristof. We talk all about his run streak challenge, his journey in running and his big plans for the future Plus, with Great North Run in the rear view, JP joins the lads to dissect the event, Ben and Emma have a glowing parkrun recommendation and the roll call is back! Remember you can

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01:19:52

Series 8 Episode 2: Charlie Watson

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2022/09/08

The road to 100 rolls on and we have a brand new episode for your audible pleasure The main event sees Rob sit down with the awesome Charlie Watson AKA therunnerbeans! We talk all things marathon, running experiences and plans and so much more. Also Bemma were amongst the hills for Parkrun round up and the lads talk about getting their running mojo back Of course lets not forget, Statman Jon has some more great offers for you as he reviews his product of the week Remember you can join our Fartlek

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01:49:55

Series 8 Episode 1: Neil Marshall

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/09/01

It's Thursday and you know what that means! The road to 100 is officially underway and we are back with a bang for a community themed opener In the main event, Rob sits down with Fartlek Family OG, Neil Marshall, we talk about his running journey and his involvement with the online running community. Plus Ben and Emma are back with more Parkrun tourism antics, Mat opens up on Mental Health and we have our first Wildy story in a long time. Oh, and who knows if Statman Jon (and Matt's mum might show

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01:56:37

Series 7 Episode 12: Mike Roderick

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/07/21

It's Thursday and you know what that means For the last time in Series 7 we are locked, loaded and ready rock and roll for another episode of the What The Fartlek podcast. Our main event is Rob's sit down with the awesome Mike Roderick. We talk about his running journey and some of the amazing times he has been posting along with how he has set up Trial-Hard Harriers, a run club with a twist, designed to help people achieve their own goals Plus Ben and Emma join us for one last look back at the

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02:06:15

Series 7 Episode 11: Paul Griffiths

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/07/14

It's Thursday and you know what that means Join us for the penultimate (yes Matt learnt a new word) episode of Series 7 and a chat with the excellent Paul Griffiths. A Fartlek Family OG, Paul talks openly and honestly about his own journey through running and Mental health, his achievements and his most recent fund-raising antics for Run4yourmind, conquering the wall Plus - Matt is in the captains chair as Rob pops out for a few segment, listen out for the Tiny Dancer leading the charge in Parkrun

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01:58:32

Series 7 Episode 10: Edd Roberts

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/07/07

Its Thursday and you know what that means We are back for another episode of Fartleky Fun and this week, our nonsense is headlined by Rob's sit down with the excellent Edd Roberts. We talk about his journey into running, his standout memories/achievements and his massive charity fundraising event coming this summer Plus the parkrun league is hotting up as it nears completion, Matt made a Faux Pas at Junior Parkrun, Bemma went to Marple and roll call is back to celebrate you awesome lot This week we

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