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PODCAST

In the Beginning Podcast

Liam Flanagan and Courtney Atkinson | Running and Marathon Tips

Welcome to the ‘In the Beginning Podcast’ – where Liam Flanagan - Triple M Radio Host and Courtney Atkinson - Olympian & Red Bull Endurance Athlete have a yarn about all things running, fitness, and life. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, have a listen for some real sports talk & a few laughs based all based around running . Recorded on the Gold Coast!

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01:06:41

EP 81 - WHEN TRAINING GETS TOUGH

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/04/10

Every runner knows the feeling — the body is holding up, but the mind starts to feel the grind.This week the boys unpack the ups and downs of a big training block, from breakthrough sessions and building fitness to the mental fatigue that can creep in when the repetition starts to bite. Liam reflects on his biggest week yet in the lead-up to the miler, while Courtney shares why time away from consistent running has him craving every session.A broad chat on motivation, mindset, consistency and the

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01:05:37

EP 80 - DID LONDON MARATHON STEAL LIAM’S IDEA?! +...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/04/03

London Marathon has gone two days… and Liam reckons they’ve pinched the idea straight from the podcast.This week the boys step into the “courtroom” to argue the case after London announced plans for a two-day marathon event — something first floated on In The Beginning back in Episode 60.From there it rolls into one of the biggest conversations in running right now:should majors become two-day events?how do you split the field?locals vs internationalselite race vs fun runPB chasers vs phone

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00:55:19

EP 79 - T100 WRAP, NOOSA 50K PAIN & THE WOOLWORTHS...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/03/27

A French sailor exposes a warship on Strava, Cam McEvoy breaks a super suit record, Liam survives the Noosa 50K and suddenly realises the Mylar is no joke. Plus T100 wrap-up, listener shoutouts and a yarn about Woolworths selling HOKAs.Follow the podcast on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@inthebeginningpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Courtney on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strava⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Liam on

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01:10:14

EP78 - JUST US AGAIN: NOOSA TRAILS, AFL CHAOS & THE...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/03/20

Liam heads into the Noosa 50K Ultra while Courtney makes the call to skip the T100 10K and protect the bigger goal ahead. The boys are back without guests and straight into the kind of running chat they do best — from Noosa race plans, biggest-ever training weeks and listener warnings, to trail events, local race shoutouts and the weird realities of bush poos mid-run.They also reflect on the Harry Garside episode, especially the loss of structure elite athletes face once the goalposts disappear, and

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01:01:52

HARRY GARSIDE: OLYMPIC BOXING BRONZE TO T100...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/03/17

Olympic boxing medallist Harry Garside jumps into the endurance world ahead of the T100 weekend — and it’s not just about fitness.From boxing’s biggest stage to trail ultras, marathons, and now the T100, Harry opens up on chasing discomfort, losing identity, and why fear is the real opponent.We dive into:Why he’s stepping away (slightly) from boxingHis 2:39 marathon and endurance curiosityThe mental battle before stepping into the ringRunning as a tool for self-discoveryAnd what it means to compete

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01:13:35

EP77 - HOLLY RANSON "THE MINDSET OF ULTRA RUNNING"

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/03/13

Australia’s Female Ultra Runner of the Year Holly Ranson joins the podcast after dragging Liam out for a brutal Gold Coast run in 33-degree heat.From sailing dinghies to chasing the Western States dream, Holly shares the winding path that led her into trail running and ultra endurance. The conversation dives deep into the mental side of racing — including her concept of “mind experience”, how athletes deal with suffering, and the techniques she uses when the mind starts telling you to quit.Holly

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01:07:57

ASH GENTLE & JOSH AMBERGER: TRIATHLON, T100 AND THE...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/03/10

Australian triathlon star Ash Gentle and Josh Amberger join the podcast ahead of the T100 Gold Coast — and share a deeply personal moment.For the first time publicly, Ash opens up about the couple expecting a baby after experiencing miscarriage, how that journey has reshaped their perspective on sport and life, and what the future holds.We also dive into the rise of the T100 series, Ash’s incredible comeback to middle-distance racing, and life as one of triathlon’s most recognisable couples.Follow

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01:08:09

EP76 - NEW MEDIA VS OLD MEDIA, MARATHON MYTHS & THE...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/03/06

Courtney and Liam kick off Episode 76 with a story from the Gold Coast Sports Awards and an unforgettable speech from Mat Rogers that sparks a debate: when should you stand for a standing ovation?From there the conversation dives into the evolution of athlete media training — from the old “handle the media” mindset to the new world where athletes like Matt Hauser are embracing openness, podcasts and storytelling.The boys also unpack the claim that a four-hour marathon is harder than a two-hour

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00:53:07

MATT HAUSER - WORLD TRIATHLON CHAMP RACING T-100 GOLD...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/03/03

T100 is coming to the Gold Coast… and we’ve landed a proper get: World Triathlon Champion Matt Hauser.Matt jumps on for a special edition countdown chat and casually drops some absolute bombs — including confirming he’s racing the T100 10K and floating the wild possibility that Olympic champ Alex Yee could be pacing him .We unpack why he’s doing it (spoiler: it’s not just a “fun run”), what his 10K prep looks like, how he’s thinking about LA, altitude camps, and what it’s like watching triathletes

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01:05:07

EP 75 - AWARD WINNING… BROCCOLI SHOTS, PISS START...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/02/27

We’re officially an award-winning podcast 🏆After taking out the Australian Sports Commission Media Award at the SCG, we unpack the feedback that meant the most — “your podcast made us want to go for a run.”Then it gets loose:🥦 Olympic athletes taking broccoli “lactate buffering” shots🚻 Chicago Marathon start-line chaos📵 Ironman banning AI glasses👟 The biggest shoe brands in the world (you won’t pick #3)🏃‍♂️ Courtney’s training build + why teaching kids to run mattersElite sport, mass

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01:09:02

EP 74 - FROZEN MOUNTAIN DEW & SUB-60 HALF MARATHONS

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/02/20

This week we go from KFC protein bowls to Olympic gold medals in about 12 minutes flat.Is fast food now a “fitness brand”?Should Olympic coaches only coach their own country?Is the internet’s “apex athlete” debate completely missing the point?And how ridiculous is a sub-60 minute half marathon, really?We break down:🥇 The Winter Olympics drip vs Summer Olympics nerd-core uniforms🔥 Cam McEvoy casually redefining what elite actually looks like🏃‍♂️ Jack Rayner going sub-60 for the half marathon (only

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01:15:39

EP 73 - LIAM’S SCHEMES, OLYMPIC FASHION & AUSSIE GOLD...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/02/13

This week the boys dive into Winter Olympic madness, elite running culture and another instalment of Liam’s Schemes.Should we turn Melbourne’s Tan Track into a Breaking-10 night spectacle?Is downhill skiing the true blue-riband Winter Olympic event?Scotty James and Aussie gold medal hopes 🥇Gout Gout x Vegemite – elite Aussie comboAnd a Norwegian skier casually running a sub-6 uphill mile on skis.It’s Olympic energy, running banter and a few spicy takes.Follow the podcast on Instagram

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01:08:07

EP 72 - AGE IS A LIE & AUSTRALIA’S NEXT OLYMPIC STARS

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/02/06

From Grammys to 800m world records, this episode is proof that age, labels and expectations mean nothing.We kick off with Jelly Roll’s wild rise — three Grammys, massive life changes, and why his story hits harder than most. Then we dive into one of the most ridiculous stats you’ll hear all year: a 53-year-old running 1:56 for 800m. Yes, seriously! - A podcast on Zac's training if interested hereWe also shine a light on Australia’s next Olympic wave, from winter sport converts to Scotty

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01:04:02

EP 71 - THE T100 10KM RUN THAT EVERYONE’S TALKING ABOUT

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/01/30

T-100 10KM RUN INFO & ENTRY - 22 MARCHCourtney turns up running on one side of his face after a dentist visit, Liam gets stitched up as a “headline act” in the Gold Coast Bulletin, and Australia Day delivers peak Gold Coast chaos on land and water.We recap the Burleigh Swim Run, talk community-first events done right, and dive into why Courtney’s running form can be measured by how much he chirps.The T100 Gold Coast 10km is fast approaching and the race-your-mates energy is building, while the Apex

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01:10:46

EP70 – CHEATING, APEX ATHLETES & THE BUNNINGS MARATHON

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/01/23

This week on In The Beginning, Courtney and Liam unpack one of the wildest stories in elite sport — ski jumpers allegedly injecting acid into their genitals to gain a competitive advantage ahead of the Winter Olympics. From there, the boys dive into where “gaming the system” ends and cheating begins, the rise of the so-called Apex Athlete (110kg bench x10 + a 2:50 marathon), and why HYROX has become a $140m fitness monster. There’s a reality check on marathon culture, a deep appreciation for

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01:07:44

EP 69 - MAKE CROSS COUNTRY GREAT AGAIN, SHOE SHAMED...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/01/16

Episode 69 kicks off with making cross country great again, as Australia delivers a huge mixed relay win and raises a bigger question — how are we really viewed in global distance running? We unpack why this new format works, why it feels Olympic-ready, and what culture has to do with credibility. From there it’s Netflix live-streaming a no-ropes skyscraper climb, Japan’s Ekiden pulling insane TV numbers, and why “slow TV” works. Courtney checks in on training and gym gains, Liam gets brutally

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01:08:17

EP 68 - RUNNING TRENDS IN 2026? WHAT'S INSTALL FOR...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/01/09

We’re back for 2026 and straight into it. After a short holiday break, Courtney and Liam reset the clocks, check the bodies, and ask the big questions about running in the year ahead.Is the running boom still growing? Will HYROX plateau? Which brands and shoes are about to dominate? And are we heading for a shift back toward elite athletes telling better stories?Liam unpacks his Japan trip — from ninja-quiet runners in Kyoto to disciplined Tokyo run clubs and why ON shoes might be everywhere in

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01:11:49

EP67 — NEW YEAR’S SPECIAL | A YEAR OF 'IN THE BEGINNING'

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2026/01/02

Episode 67 is our New Year’s Special — a bit of a look back, a bit of a laugh, and a thank you to everyone who’s been part of the In The Beginning family this year.With Liam away in Japan, Courtney jumps on solo to wrap up what 2025 actually looked like: the Gold Coast Marathon series and Bronte’s journey to the start line, Benita’s calm, no-hype coaching. Doubts, sickness, missed sessions and all.We roll through some of the biggest moments of the year: sitting down with Jelly Roll before his first

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01:00:35

EP66 - THE ITB CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 🎄 STRAVA WRAPPED,...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/12/19

Merry Christmas 🎅 Most importantly, a massive thank you to the In The Beginning community. Your messages, questions, voice notes and support are the reason this podcast exists — and the reason we keep turning up each week. We wouldn’t do this without you.Liam's going to be trading Christmas Day runs for Disneyland in Tokyo, while Courtney dives deep into Strava’s backend data to unpack what 2025 really looked like for runners.We break down the anti-doom-scrolling stat (2 minutes on Strava = 1 hour

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00:59:25

EP65 - EGO, PBs & MARATHON INTEGRITY | SHOULD...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/12/12

A voicemail from friend of the show Dr Benny Walters sparks one of our biggest conversations yet — ego, ageing, PBs and why Courtney refuses to declare a goal time for the marathon and T100 10K GOLD COAST - ⁠⁠⁠⁠ENTER HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . The boys unpack:Is ego essential in elite sport — or something you eventually let go of?Courtney’s honest take on racing, ageing, and not knowing where the body’s atBrad “The Croc” Bevan stories from the glory days (including a very borderline shoulder 👀)Marathon

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