Backstraight Boys (& Girl) Athletics Chat
Claire ThomasJoin Jody, Bayo, and Guests each fortnight (Or so) as they discuss athletics' hot topics, cover live events, and host stars of the sport in longer interview specials. Hit 'subscribe', give us a rating, and join in the conversation on: IG/Threads @BackstraightBoysPodcast.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 203 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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The GB Golden Girls and ever dependable Mr Kerr did Team GB proud at the World Indoors.
And so did Bayo. With Jody is sunning himself in Argentina Bayo had to interview the stars in Toruń solo for the very first time. Luckily he ... more
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Two in a week!!! 🤯
Bayo’s off to Toruń for the World Indoors so we’ve invited our OG track bestie and 2004 WI 800m bronze medalist Jo Mersh to join us all the way from New Zealand.
We cover all the events that we’re most looking... more
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It's been a while. Huge apologies for our two month absence but we're back with a banger.
For our 200th Episode we are celebrating the long awaited arrival of our new passports with an Irish Athletics Special.
We're determined to ... more
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A new year is upon us and we meet up with some of our Athletico besties to take a look at what’s coming up in 2026.
With Champs galore, exciting events and favourite athletes to cheer on we chose our highlight of the upcoming seaso... more
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- One of the best pods in a crowded market
J&B come across as genuine fans of the sport which helps set the tone, it’s no surprise that they are popular with athletes and get a lot of scoops and interviews.
Apple Podcasts5pristine_albatross
United Kingdom6 months ago - A must-listen for athletics fans
A brilliant podcast that has only increased my interest in / love for athletics (even as a fairly casual athletics fan). Jody and Bayo’s passion is infectious and the quality of guests they get on is brilliant.
Apple Podcasts5GraceBr227United Kingdom10 months ago - A must listen!
One of my favourite podcasts. The addition of Jaz Sawyers to Jody and Bayo is a real treat. Great coverage of all events, brilliant knowledge mixed with huge enthusiasm. Appreciate the increased frequency of the podcasts. Keep it up chaps!
Apple Podcasts5SwimchrisUnited Kingdom10 months ago - Great athletics pod
I love this podcast, they seem like really good people and get fantastic guests, and charm with really infectious enthusiasm for the sport
Apple Podcasts5GuyfraserUnited Kingdom10 months ago - The GOATS
The greatest athletics podcast of all time! The only podcast I listen to whether that be in the car, cleaning or in the bath 😅 So much content, so many athletics stars, so much fun! As fans, we are treated to so much gold that’s a real treat! I’ve listened to every single episode and I advise every single athletics fan to tune in to these podcasts because there is something for everyone! Keep up the good work lads!
Apple Podcasts5RT_94United Kingdom10 months ago
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2. Seamus Carey
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