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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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01:48:41

Series 7 Episode 9: Louis Alexander

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/06/30

It's Thursday and you know what that means A brand new episode of Fartleky Fun is here featuring a chat with the awesome Louis Alexander. We talk about life as a British Adventurer, fundraiser and endurance athlete. You can find out more about Louis on his WEBSITE Plus it was all hands on deck in a turbulent week so Jack and Lou helped out with hosting, but all out usual segments are here for your entertainment This weeks episode we teamed up with RASSELBOCK - check them out when thinking about

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01:50:46

Series 7 Episode 8: Chris Ward

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/06/23

It's Thursday and you know what that means Back once again for the renegade master, its time for some Fartleky Fun and another bumper episode of our usual nonsense to keep you company on those long runs The main event this week see Rob sit down with the awesome Chris Ward, trail runner, founder of Medal Munchers and all round good egg. We talk about the many hats he wears and how his running journey came about Plus it's and international theme this week as Ben and Emma tell us about their weekend

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01:55:47

Series 7 Episode 7: Kelsie Johnson

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/06/16

Its Thursday and you know what that means Another bumper episode of the What The Fartlek Podcast is here - headlined by our chat with the awesome Kelsie Johnson. We talk all things Triathlon, Brooks, her plans for the future and the importance of representation in sport Also Ben & Jack jump on to talk about their epic 100k ultra this weekend, Emma was down south for some Parkrun Tourism and there's some changes afoot at the mid point of the Parkrun League Matt went missing this week (gone

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01:51:18

Series 7 Episode 6: Rashi Runs

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/06/09

It’s Thursday and you know what that means Series 7 is officially half way done but we aren't taking our foot off the gas and we headline today's show with a chat with the awesome @Rashi_runs - we talk about her 12 in 12 challenge and the work she is doing raising money for Samaritans. You can contribute to this great cause by clicking THIS LINK Of course our usual nonsense is back including a mega Parkrun League update, which, being honest, descended into absolute anarchy. A few blue words might

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01:58:56

Series 7 Episode 5: George Power

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/06/02

It’s Thursday and you know what that means A brand new and very special episode is now available headlined by our chat with the awesome George Power. George and his mum Simone join Rob to chat all about his fundraising exploits for the Umbrella Project supporting Neurodivergent children You can donate to George’s amazing cause HERE Plus we have an extra special bonus chat with Parkrun Cup finalists Neil & Claire, the Parkrun league week 3 results are in, and SMJ helps out in a very special roll

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01:46:13

Series 7 Episode 4: Carl Barnes

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/05/26

It's Thursday and you know what that means! Series 7 is picking up pace and this week's main event sees Rob sit down with an old pal, the excellent Carl Barnes. A fellow Widnesian, Carl talks honestly and openly about battling addiction and how running has saved him and given him a renewed purpose Plus Parkrun League Week 2 is in the bag - find out the updated table, the 'top scorer' charts, next weeks challenge and of course some really important stats from SMJ himself Matt and Rob also chat Mental

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01:46:08

Series 7 Episode 3: Easier Said Than Run

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/05/19

Its new episode day and this week we have a belter In our main event Rob chats to Steve & Kirsty, better known as Easier Said Than Run. We talk to the couple about their respective and collective running journeys and balancing that with the rigours of family life. Plus it is the end of week 1 of the WHAT THE FARTLEK LEAGUE. Statman Jon, Ben and Emma are here to share the results and the league table along with some of our standout performers in the first round of the season. The usual hi-jinx of

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01:42:22

Series 7 Episode 2: Coopah Running

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/05/11

After kicking series off with a bang last week we're back for some more! Our guest this week is Coopah Running, Rob chats to the guys about starting up a running business, their community commitment and the lads personal running journeys We swing back in for another chat with Bemma to discuss more about the WTF Parkrun League as it nears it's grand opening. If you're an early worm to the podcast you have until lunchtime today (Thursday 12th May) to sign up! Check out our socials below for more info

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01:46:23

Series 7 Episode 1: Jevi Majid

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/05/05

GUESS WHO'S BACK...BACK AGAIN Series 7 is here and we are kicking off with a banger! The main event sees Rob chat to Jevi Majid about her running journey, her achievements and her mission to promote diversity and inclusion in running in the UK and Norway But that's not all - a new series means a new challenge - on the back of the success of the WTF Parkrun Cup comes the first ever WTF Parkrun League. Small teams will take place in parkrun challenges throughout the series in a bid to top the table

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02:10:11

Series 6 Episode 14: Ruth Freckleton

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/04/07

Series 6 draws to a close and we are going out with a bang - a BUMPER episode to round out our biggest season yet In the main event, Rob gets the night off and a certain Tiny Dancer takes the reigns as Matt sits down to chat with the amazing Ruth Freckleton, fresh off her massive run at Paris Marathon this weekend Thats not all though, Paul joins the lads to dissect an amazing FARTLEK FAMILY weekend at Manchester Marathon as well as talk about how you can get involved in the gang moving forward

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02:00:11

Series 6 Episode 13: Vic Owens

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/03/31

A bumper episode this week created to keep you Manchester Marathoners entertained on Sunday with an unwanted pest infesting the airwaves as Rob and Matt are joined by the host, creator and visionary of this....JACK'S PODCAST We are full of stories and nonsense (and a few swear words) from our weekend away at Butlin's in Bognor Regis along with Parkrun updates with Bemma, SMJ&J fun and a loved up roll call Of course the main event of the show is Rob's chat with the awesome Vic Owens AKA The Happy

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01:38:58

Series 6 Episode 12: Dan Cogswell

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/03/24

3 Episodes to go in S6 but we aren't done yet - an action packed show to keep you all entertained on those long runs The main event sees Rob chat to Dan Cogswell - awesome running, train driving, banana costume wearing legend that he is talking all about his running journey But there's an elephant in the room (but no hobbit) as Matt is absent and ably replaced by the wonderful Lou who joins Rob for all the usual nonsense, alongside our chat with Bemma about Parkrun and more SMJ&J

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01:49:12

Series 6 Episode 11: Leyla Cooper (Pretty Athletic)

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/03/17

The Chuckle Brothers are back with a tucked show hot off the success of our International Women's Day Takeover In the main event Rob sits down with Leyla Cooper, founder of the awesome PRETTY ATHLETIC - we talk about starting a business, navigating Covid, creating a brand as well as Leyla's own running journey Plus Ben joins us for Parkrun segment of Biblical proportions and SMJ&J are back being as weird as always The lads also chat about London Marathon ballot - a topic causing even more

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01:33:23

Series 6 Episode 10: International Women's Day

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/03/10

A familiar feel but with a twist as the women of WTF take over to celebrate International Women's day We have the regular features - Parkrun Cup, Roll Call and How's Your Week before Sammy, Emma and Lou sit down to talk about some key topics on their minds as female runners - from the danger of comparison, mental health, postpartum running and a somewhat worryingly significant amount of time dedicated to determining everyone's favourite snack Lets not forget SMJ&J are back - they might not be

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01:51:21

Series 6 Episode 9: Josh Birch

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/03/03

Your weekly does of What The Fartlek Podcast is here, and we've got lots fun on the show today! We are joined by the Josh Birch who tells us about how Oly from Run4YourMind got him started in running and how it's helped him. Of course, all our usual silliness is here too, Matt and Rob shoot the breeze, Bemma join us for a Parkrun Cup update and SMJ&J are popping up somewhere new (old) again Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing

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01:44:19

Series 6 Episode 8: Kelly Ruck

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/02/24

Your last round of February Fartlek Fun is here (alliteration...you're welcome) and we have a stacked show We are joined by the awesome Kelly Ruck who talks all about her running journey - if you want to see more about how Kelly is getting on with her big plans for 2022 then check out her YOUTUBE HERE Of course, all our usual silliness is here too, Matt and Rob shoot the breeze, Bemma join us for a Parkrun Cupdate and SMJ&J are popping up somewhere new again Remember you can join our Fartlek

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01:48:26

Series 6 Episode 7: Danny O'Reilly

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/02/17

Its mid-season! And with mid-season comes a twist. Matt has gone rogue and taken control of the podcast. He has roped Ben into his masterplan and finally gets to show the world that he is more than just Barry Chuckle...this week he is PAUL CHUCKLE! The lads reflect on Round 2 of the Parkrun Cup, plus discuss their experiences as 'seasoned' (apparently) ultra runners Then in the main event, Rob sits down with the awesome Danny O'Reilly, talking about his running journey and how he is coping with

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01:42:29

Series 6 Episode 6: Gary Reader

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/02/10

Approaching the mid-point of Series 6 and its a bumper show brimming with Fartlek Family lovelies Our main event sees Rob chat to Gary Reader AKA @Robodad_runs about how he went from total hip replacement to 6 star finisher. Plus the boys are joined by JP and Jack to dissect Pendle Way in a Day the morning after the event, a miserable day but an incredible 45 miles from the lads. All in aid of Make-A-Wish, over 1,200 raised so far - you can donate here Ben and Emma join us as well for a GREAT park

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01:33:36

Series 6 Episode 5: Bethan Varney

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/02/03

January is in the bag and we roll on in Feb with another bumper episode of nobodies favourite podcast In the main event this week Rob sits down with the awesome Bethan Varney - fellow Steel City Strider, Brooks Team Happy member and tip-top runner! We find all about Beth's journey and plans for the future The lads also have a motivational chat ahead of Matt's 45 mile ultra on Saturday, Bemma are at Belvoir Castle for Parkrun and SMJ&J have had a few drinks before imparting some wisdom on you

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01:23:57

Series 6 Episode 4: Adam Watts

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2022/01/27

Its Thursday and you know what that means! More Fartleky fun with the Smart Price Chuckle Brothers In this weeks main event, Rob chats to Adam Watts, finding out about his amazing journey from Chemo to Ironman The lads also chat about their week and throw out a big roll call, Ben joins us for a park run Cup update and a look back on our lovely trip to York and SMJ&J incorporated are back with more EXPERT running advice Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+

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