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Young Hearts Run Free Podcast

The thoughts and chat of John Cassidy and Steven Watt (and a range of guests) as they give their take on the world of running, marathoning and ultra marathoning.

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01:44:56

West Highland Way Race 2025 Winner Rebecca Hormann -...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/06/27

In this episode, we sit down with Rebecca Hormann, winner of the 2025 West Highland Way Race. Rebecca shares her journey, the challenges she faced, and the triumphs she celebrated along the 96-mile trail from Milngavie to Fort William. Tune in to hear about her training regimen, race day experiences, and what it takes to be a champion in one of Scotland's most gruelling ultra-marathon.We discuss Rebecca’s background and how she got into ultra-running, her globetrotting, previous achievements

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01:19:03

Ben Harrison - Young Hearts Run Free Podcast - Season...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/06/25

Join us for an inspiring conversation with the incredible Ben Harrison, who recently dominated the gruelling Beyond the Ultimate Highland Ultra in Knoydart, Scotland! Ben, a seasoned ultra-runner, shares his insights and experiences from tackling one of the UK's most remote and challenging multi-day races. From battling the elements in the rugged Scottish Highlands to the mental fortitude required for a three-day, self-supported ultramarathon, Ben gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it

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01:42:43

Billy Gibson - Young Hearts Run Free Podcast - Season...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/06/20

This week, join your hosts JC and Stevie Boy as they kick things off with some usual banter, catching you up on all the latest happenings before welcoming a well known face of the Scottish running scene: Billy Gibson!Hailing from Dundee, proud Hawkhill Harrier Billy is renowned for his feats in ultra-marathons and longer distances. But for Billy, running isn't just about personal bests, racing and the thrill of the finish line; it's about the vibrant community it's brought into his life and the

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01:48:27

Bobby Madden A Marathon Send Off - Young Hearts Run...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/06/13

And we're back! Time to join your favourite running podcast hosts, Stevie Boy and John, as they kick off another episode of Young Hearts Run Free with their bants and a take a dive into the latest happenings across the running world! They've got all the chat you didn't know you needed. They even cram in a wee listeners running rant!Then, lace up your metaphorical shoes as we welcome our very special guest, Bobby Madden! You might know him from the football pitch, but get ready to hear

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01:05:13

Lessons from the Cateran Trail: A JC Debrief - Young...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/05/23

This week on Young Hearts Run Free, your dynamic duo, JC and Stevie Boy, are holding down the fort with no guest – meaning more unfiltered running chat just for you!We're diving headfirst into the world of recent races and achievements from across the globe, dissecting the latest happenings.Get ready for some top YHRF bants as we preview the upcoming Edinburgh Marathon Festival, offering our unique take on what promises to be a fantastic event?! Plus, you know we couldn't skip out on your

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01:44:03

Henry Hart Anglo Celtic Plate 2025 Champ - Young...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/05/16

Join John and Steven as they welcome the incredible Henry Hart to the show! Fresh off his stunning victory at the Anglo Celtic Plate 100km ultra marathon, representing Scotland, Henry shares his inspiring journey to the top.Discover Henry's early running days, the sibling rivalry that fuelled his ambition, and the moment he realized his potential. He opens about the patience and invaluable lessons learned along the way.We take up the Anglo Celtic Plate story by first covering his Scotland vest

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01:46:01

West Coast Ultras David Taylor - Young Hearts Run...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/05/09

JC and Stevie Boy welcome a fresh face to the Young Hearts Run Free mic this week: the enthusiastic ultra runner, coach, and host of the West Coast Ultra Podcast, David Taylor!Despite being (relatively) new to the ultra scene, David has already thrown himself headfirst into some of the UK's most iconic races, including the legendary Lakeland 100, the iconic West Highland Way Race, and the scenic Cateran Trail Ultra Marathon. Join us as David shares his inspiring journey into the world of

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01:38:38

2025 Northern Traverse Winner Fiona Horsfield - Young...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/05/02

Fiona Horsfield recently won the women's race at the Northern Traverse 2025, a gruelling 300km (187 miles) endurance event across three national parks in the UK, Fiona describes in great detail her journey from St Bees to Robin Hoods Bay in April 2025.Fiona has also won the 2024 Summer Montane Spine Challenge North and came second at the 2023 Cheviot Goat, it could be said it’s all just crept up on Fiona?Fiona is a member of the Ochils Mountain Rescue Team and we spend some time speaking through

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01:38:26

It's Michaela Trojanova Plogging - Young Hearts Run...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/04/25

Right then, buckle up buttercups, because this week on Young Hearts Run Free, John and Stevie Boy are joined by a proper ray of sunshine on two legs – the incredible Michaela Trojanova!Get ready to be seriously inspired by Michaela's infectious enthusiasm for all things running. But this isn't just about pounding pavements; Michaela has a fantastic mission to make every mile count by picking up litter as she goes. Yip, she's a plogger.We delve into her motivation for combining her love of running

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01:52:03

Martin Butcher - Young Hearts Run Free Podcast -...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/04/18

Martin Butcher, he simply loves running. Martin will have a go at any distance from 5k to 96 miles...and he does. Martin describes himself as a lucky runner who has got to do so many things through running.Martins interest in running started as a result of a venture scouts trip of a lifetime to climb Mount Aconcagua (22,838 ft) in Argentina in the year 2000, and the fitness bug was caught.From Argentina to the Dunfermline half marathon in 2003 and the running journey continued from there to the

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01:46:58

Chris Thomson @tourdethomo - Young Hearts Run Free...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/04/11

You know us, we don’t hang about between seasons. Before you can even recover from the jet lag of Season 12, we’re back and ready to roll. Season 13 ye say? Mon in. WARNING: THIS LAUNCH EPISODE MAY CAUSE EXCESSIVE LAUGHTER, SPONTANEOUS ADVENTURE-PLANNING, AND A STRONG URGE TO RUN 300KM AROUND MAURITIUS. PROCEED WITH CAUTION! Join us as we welcome the adventurer, ultra runner and coach Chris Thomson to the show! Better know as @tourdethomo and he’s ready to spill the beans on his most EPIC running

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01:43:25

Tokyo Tales with Derek Martin & Paul Stoddart - Young...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/04/04

Turning Japanese season finale? Damn right it is. And this week on the show, it's a reunion!Last week we got the full debrief from Stevie Boy. This week it's time for him to pose the questions as he sits down with his Tokyo travelling pals, Derek Martin and Paul Stoddart.Was Steven talking crap about the bogs? Was he havering pish about the egg sandos? Was marathon day even really that warm? Derek and Paul fact check it all.We hear from the candid duo all about their own time in Japan. Like Steven,

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01:35:45

Tania Carmona Runs the World - Young Hearts Run Free...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/03/28

As Season 12 reaches its climax we continue our globetrotting continues. This week we’re joined by Mexican ultra-marathon tour de force, Tania Carmona. She’s been on an incredible adventure this last 12 months and she’s here to tell us all.Hailing from Mexico City Tania finds herself now based in Dubai, a destination she reached via Glasgow, a city she called home for 4 years.Tania hates running. Let’s get that straight, she just isn’t a fan. However, we find out that running brings her much joy and

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01:34:57

Tokyo Marathon 2025 The Full Debrief - Young Hearts...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/03/21

Join us as we unpack an unforgettable journey to the land of the rising sun!In this full debrief episode, we dive into the electrifying atmosphere of the 2025 Tokyo Marathon, where Stevie Boy crossed the finish line and claimed his coveted Six Star Medal, cementing his place in marathon history ;-)We relive his exhilarating race day, the crowds, the sights and the emotional moment of completing the 6 World Marathon Majors.But the adventure didn't stop at the finish line! We also share somehwat

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01:26:44

Renee McGregor - Young Hearts Run Free Podcast -...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/03/14

Renee joins us to speak about her new book Fuel For Thought, but in true YHRF style, we speak about so, so much more!Renee is so giving with information and her opinions on a variety of subjects, and it's delivered in a way that everyone can understand,.'Humans are not textbooks', keep that in mind...Our relationship with running fluctuates doesn't it? Renee covers all of this in her new book, it's packed full of advice, facts and recipes, Renee has a passion to make food

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01:01:17

Nicky Spinks and James Anderson - Young Hearts Run...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/03/07

In this episode we welcome back Nicky Spinks and James Anderson to the podcast. We take the opporchancity to speak with Nicky about her recent 160 mile Winter Spine Challenger North win.Nicky takes us through her thoughts about how she approached and managed this race by ignoring what other runners were doing and focusing on her own race, and it paid off big time for her.James invited us down to the Galloway Hills way back in 2024 after we spoke with James post Lakeland 50/100 specifically about

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00:46:16

Big in Japan Bonus Episode - Young Hearts Run Free...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/03/05

Stevie Boy gives us the lowdown in a bonus episode teaser for the full debrief to come...

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00:45:28

Next Stop Tokyo - Young Hearts Run Free Podcast -...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/02/27

The time for talk and podcast chat is over. Stevie Boy is on his way to the land of the rising sun, the land of the kimono, the land of ramen, the land of cherry blossom.In this episode we chat through Stevens preparation for running the 26.2 miles, his travel plans, and some non-running activities he's looking forward to when in Japan.Will Steven reveal what kit he'll be wearing as he traverses the capital city of Japan, or will we have to wait for the official 'Michael'?It's a

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01:38:57

Your Running Rants - Young Hearts Run Free Podcast -...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/02/21

Our much-anticipated Running Rants episode has landed.Join hosts John and Steven for a golden 90 minutes of lively discussion in this episode of the Young Hearts Run Free podcast.This episode dives deep into the world of running annoyances and frustrations.John and Steven wade through a plethora of listener contributions, sharing and dissecting the most common (and some not-so-common) gripes that runners face. What gets on your tits, pisses ye off or grinds your gears?In the episode, they

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01:20:04

Fiona Outdoors with Young Hearts Run Free Podcast -...

Young Hearts Run Free Podcast ·

2025/02/14

This week we welcome Fiona Russell to the podcast; you may know her better as Fiona Outdoors!Fiona helped us open many doors when we both started out ultra-marathoning. Her always entertaining takes on events and routes on her website doing more than enough to inspire us in to action!She’s become a constant voice of support and positivity for not only running but outdoor activities in general, especially across Scotland.We’re delighted to hear about Fiona’s own running journey, her passion and

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