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Clean Break Chats

Andy Delderfield and Richard Casement

🎙️ Clean Break Chats – Mindful Miles and AF Lifestyles. Hosted by Andy and Rich – two ordinary guys who’ve discovered something extraordinary through living alcohol-free. Andy lives by the sea in sunny Spain, and Rich’s home base is in Leeds, UK. What they share is a passion for running, a commitment to alcohol-free living, and a desire to help others unlock the same freedom and joy. Formerly known as The Running Dryy podcast, this re-branded podcast is part of their new venture Clean Break – a

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EP28 - Less Miles, More Smiles: Easy Runs, Big Gains...

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2025/11/01

Half-term fatigue, long drives, and two back-to-back half marathons… yet we’re feeling strangely good. In EP28 we unpack why: running our easy runs truly easy (heart-rate led), putting intention into the long run, and dropping the ego around paces. Rich talks skipping a 5K time trial to protect the key weekend session, how RunDot’s adaptive plans are earning our trust, and why comparison can be useful - until it isn’t. We dig into process-over-destination goals, “open goals” for mojo, and

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EP27 - Guest Episode - Damian Sharp: Raw-Dogging...

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2025/10/25

Raw-Dogging Life: Damo on Anxiety, Running & AF LivingDamian “Damo” Sharp joins Andy & Rich for a candid deep-dive into living life unfiltered — no booze, full presence. We unpack anxiety, blips, and the gritty bits of rebuilding confidence with sleep, nutrition, and those “boring” Zone 2 runs that change everything.We cover:From slips to Phase 2 sobriety: using blips as data, not dramaAnxiety, panic, and why caffeine had to goRunning for headspace: base-building, injury comebacks,

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EP26 - Andy’s Story, Part 2: Consistency, Culture...

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2025/10/18

This week we pick up Andy’s origin story where we left off — landing in Spain, fusing two drinking cultures, and trying to outrun anxiety with Sunday start lines. We talk about why consistency beats perfection, how to lower resistance to new habits, and what happens when you train hard and drink hard… right up to Andy’s 3:40 at the 2017 London Marathon and the family fallout that followed.We also reflect on World Mental Health Day: the link between alcohol and anxiety, why connection trumps

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EP25 - Connection Over Consumption: Scott Woolley on...

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2025/10/11

In this episode of Clean Break Chats, Rich and Andy sit down with Scott Woolley, founder of Arklet, to unpack the real conversation around alcohol: not a binary “alcoholic or not,” but a spectrum shaped by culture, mental health, and choice. Scott shares his own shift from weekend binges to a decade alcohol-free, how picking up a camera opened the door to creativity and nature, and why he’s pro-choice, not anti-alcohol. We explore the idea of a “hangover problem” vs an “alcohol problem,”

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EP24 - Beyond the Peak: Andy’s Origin Story (Part 1)

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2025/10/04

Turning 50, mountains on the mind, and no longer chasing a single “peak.” In this solo chat, Rich guides Andy through Part 1 of his origin story - from Bristol roots, rugby and Scouts, to pub-life chaos, backpacking the world, moving to Spain, and becoming a Dad. Andy shares why “peaking” is a myth, how running taught him to love the process, why depth beats width, and how gratitude and positive psychology re-framed the last decade. He also connects the dots between ADHD, spontaneity,

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EP22 - Guest Episode - Kelly Harman: Midlife...

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2025/09/27

On the eve of Andy’s 50th, Rich and Andy welcome Kelly Harman for a grounded conversation about turning a so-called midlife crisis into a midlife awakening. Kelly shares how removing alcohol gave her clarity to recognise misalignment in career and relationships, and why she’s now building Fire & Soul around values-led work and trauma-informed conscious connected breathwork. Together we translate the science into plain English - how stress “shortens” the breath, what a safe, facilitated

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E22 - Coaching the Ego: Acceptance, Consistency,...

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2025/09/20

Coaching the Ego: Acceptance, Consistency, AdaptationRain on the skylight, a snotty nose, and a missed run—perfect conditions for an ego flare-up. In Ep22, Andy and Rich get brutally honest about the ego we all carry and how to coach it rather than let it coach us.We dismantle the “minimum 5K” myth, dig into why easy ≠ pointless, and show how the 80/20 split + Zone 2 protects the only sessions that need to be hard: your long run and your quality workout. We talk practical execution—leave

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EP21 - Guest Episode - Jimmy Watkins (Running Punks):...

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2025/09/13

In EP21 of Clean Break Chats, Andy & Rich sit down with Jimmy Watkins - co-founder of Running Punks, ex-elite middle-distance runner, and over 2,000 days alcohol-free - for a candid conversation about identity, creativity, and choosing a life that actually fits. Jimmy opens up about the moment he realised the live-music lifestyle was costing more than it paid back, and how going AF didn’t shrink his world - it amplified it.We unpack the transition from late-night gigs to early-morning

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EP20 - Real Talk in Real Life: Coaching, Kids & Chaos

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2025/09/06

In our first-ever face-to-face recording, things start off a bit awkward… footsie under the table, intense eye contact, and lots of laughs — but this quickly evolves into one of the most heartfelt, honest, and reflective episodes we’ve recorded to date.Andy’s just moved back to the UK after 21 years in Spain - and he opens up about the emotional chaos that comes with big life changes: new schools for the kids, lack of routine, bubbling anxiety, and a sense of not being quite "where he wants

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EP19 - Guest Episode - Tony Stopforth: Turning Pain...

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2025/08/30

Why do some of us seek out the hard things - 100km ultras, sleep-deprived 4x4x48s, blizzards on high ridges - when life already hurts? In this deep, honest conversation, Tony Stopforth (founder of Peaky Runners) traces how grief, lockdown and a drifting sense of identity pulled him to the trails…and how doing “crazy” challenges became a way to heal, connect, and lead.Tony takes us from the moment his father died and running was simply a release “at first it felt like running away” to the

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EP18 -Andy & Rich Raw: Fresh Starts, Big Shifts & A...

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2025/08/23

In Episode 18, it’s just Andy & Rich - no guests, no script, just two mates talking honestly about change, expectations, and connection. Andy shares what it’s been like moving back to the UK after 21 years in Spain, while Rich opens up about parenting, letting go of control, and finding gratitude in the chaos.They also explore why September feels like a bigger reset than January, the importance of focusing on one intentional thing each day, and how staying alcohol-free underpins it all

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EP17 - Guest Episode - Jodi Clark: Finding Freedom,...

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2025/08/16

In this special episode of the Clean Break Podcast - recorded live when Jodi Clark joined us as a guest inside the Clean Break community - Rich dives deep into Jodi’s powerful alcohol-free journey. From her first steps into sobriety to embracing running, connection, and a more balanced lifestyle, Jodi shares openly about the challenges, the breakthroughs, and the joy she’s found along the way. Her story is proof that going alcohol-free isn’t about giving something up - it’s about gaining so

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EP16: What’s the Rush? Slowing Down, Showing Up &...

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2025/08/09

In this raw and reflective episode, Andy and Rich dive deep into the emotional whirlwind of midlife – from moving countries and raising teens to caring for aging parents and navigating life alcohol-free. They unpack the stress of the "sandwich generation," the evolving meaning of success, and why the question “What’s the rush?” has become central to their mindset.Expect honest chat about:Big life transitions (including Andy’s UK move)The emotional cost of parenting teens and losing

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EP15 Guest Episode: Mark Dobbs - Suffering with...

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2025/08/02

In this powerful guest episode, we’re joined by Mark Dobbs – a design manager, husband, father, and ultrarunner – who opens up about his life-changing decision to go alcohol-free and how that decision ultimately led him to complete one of the world’s toughest endurance events: The Summer Spine Race.Mark talks about his early struggles with alcohol, the influence of the book Finding Ultra, and how trail running became his new healthy obsession. He shares what it was like tackling 268 miles

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EP14: The Power of Change: Reflections on Growth,...

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2025/07/26

In this episode of Clean Break Chats, Andy and Rich dive deep into the evolution of their alcohol-free journeys, exploring the powerful shifts in perspective that come with sustained change. They talk about the complexities of day counting, the ups and downs of building new habits, and the joy and challenges that come with making long-term changes to your lifestyle. They reflect on their pasts, share pivotal moments from their personal journeys, and discuss the importance of self-awareness,

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EP13 - Guest Episode: Henry Beercock’s Journey from...

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2025/07/19

In this episode of the Clean Break Chats Podcast, we’re joined by Henry Beercock, who shares his incredible journey from burnout, excessive drinking, and a high-stress career to embracing sobriety, veganism, and training for his first marathon. Henry’s story is one of transformation, from struggling with emotional eating and self-medicating to finding clarity and purpose through running and a complete lifestyle overhaul.He takes us through his decision to leave a family business after 17

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EP12: From Fear to Freedom - Why Uncertainty is the...

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2025/07/12

In this episode of Clean Break Chats, Andy and Rich dive deep into the messy but transformative power of uncertainty and why sometimes, the scariest decisions become the catalyst for real growth.They open up about the personal turbulence of 2025’s first half, the emotional weight of moving countries, and what it really means to reframe huge life shifts as an experiment instead of a threat. Andy shares how shifting his mindset to see life as a series of experiments with no guaranteed

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EP11 – Guest Episode: Sean Keeley – Sobriety, Summits...

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2025/07/05

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Sean Keeley - a father, runner, and honest voice for anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol.“I used to think the best version of me was at the pub - turns out he was waiting at the top of a mountain,” says Sean as he opens up about swapping pints for peaks and finding a deeper sense of purpose through running and the outdoors.Sean shares the raw truth of his journey - the tough mornings, the missed moments with his kids, and the day he

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EP10 - Embracing the Running Cycle: Peaks, Lows, and...

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2025/06/28

In this episode of Clean Break Chats, Andy and Rich dive into the ups and downs of the running cycle, how post-race blues can give way to periods of reflection and growth. They discuss the balance of taking a break from intense training while still staying active, and how sometimes, stepping back can help build stronger foundations for future goals. The conversation also touches on the importance of setting realistic expectations and re-framing challenges as opportunities for growth,

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EP09 – Guest Episode: Victoria Higgins – A Journey...

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2025/06/21

In this powerful episode of Clean Break Chats, we welcome Victoria Higgins, a full-time coach and former senior leader in the pharmaceutical industry. After 30 years in science, Victoria took a bold step to leave behind the world of corporate pressure to pursue her true calling, coaching. With a rich background in mentoring, Victoria shares how she found freedom and purpose in her alcohol-free life and the deep transformation that came with it. From navigating personal trauma to empowering

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