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UNTAPPED with Spencer Matthews

High Performance
Mental Health
Personal Growth
Endurance Running
Endurance Sports
Running
Sobriety
Africa
James' Place
VO2 Max
Resilience
Boxing
Nutrition
Protein
Addiction
Endurance Challenges
Olympics
Ultra Running
Ironman
Self-Improvement
Marathon

Welcome to UNTAPPED with Spencer Matthews, the #1 podcast for runners.

Every Monday Spencer speaks to world-class athletes, coaches and experts about the habits, training methods and mindset behind elite performance, featuring guests like Mo Farah, Alistair Brownlee and Stephen Scullion.

From sprints, to 5K, 10K, half-marathon, and marathon distances we dive deep into the ways that you can run fas... more

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Latest Episodes

Can you become a faster marathon runner without making running your entire life?

Inca Padfield knows that getting better isn't just about running more. After experiencing the intense training culture of US college athletics, she explains why enjoyi... more

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The hardest part of marathon training might be convincing yourself to do less.

Spencer Matthews, Oli Patrick and running coach Nick Bester break down the science of tapering, explaining how to arrive at race day fresh, fuelled and ready to perform ... more

The more Tom Evans tried to win, the worse he performed. The elite ultrarunner reveals why letting go of expectations helped him rediscover his best running, and what that means for anyone chasing a big goal.

From pacing ultra races to keeping sport... more

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Can manifesting actually help you run faster? Spencer Matthews and Oli Patrick strip away the woo-woo to explore how setting clear goals, visualising the hard parts and changing your self-talk can influence performance.

Using Spencer’s marathon jou... more

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Recent Guests

Emily Jane Fairs
Runner and running content creator who has completed marathons and ultramarathons
Episode: Emily Jane Fairs on Marathon Underfuelling Risks & Running Mentality
Bronson Hearn-Smith
European U18 200-meter champion and record-breaking British sprinter
Matchroom Talent Agency
Episode: Your Running Form Is Slowing You Down | Bronson Hearn-Smith
Paula Radcliffe
World champion long-distance runner, former world record holder in the women's marathon
Athlete
Episode: Paula Radcliffe: The Training Behind My 2:15 Marathon
Daryll Neita
British sprinter, Olympic finalist
Team GB, athletics community founder
Episode: How To Run Like An Olympic Medallist | Daryll Neita
Nick Bester
Elite runner and coach
Episode: 5 Rules NOT To Break In A Marathon & Sub 2.45 Training Tips | Nick Bester
Dr. Hazel Wallace
Guest expert (physiologist and medical doctor)
Dr Hazel Wallace (clinical expertise in sports medicine and female physiology)
Episode: Should Women Train on Their Period? | Dr Hazel Wallace | Extra Mile
Will Goodge
Ultra endurance runner and record-setter known for running across Australia and America
Self-coached/athlete
Episode: How To Run a 2:47 Marathon, Hack Your Endurance and Recover Quicker | Will Goodge
Charles Hicks
Elite marathoner discussed in interview
Professional runner
Episode: Charles Hicks On The Training Rules That Changed Everything | 2:04 Marathoner
Coach Bennett
Nike's global head coach and senior director of Nike Running
Nike
Episode: Josh Kerr's Mile Vs Sabastian Sawe's Marathon & Training Secrets | Nike's Running Head Coach Bennett

Hosts

Spencer Matthews
Host focused on elite performance narratives, interviews with world-class athletes and coaches.
Oli Patrick
Co-host and physiologist; explains science behind health and fitness topics.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 918 ratings
  • Really insightful

    Weekly insight into running. I have gotten back into running in the last year. This podcast is a great help for learning. Go back and listen to the back catalogue too. Very relatable for a normal runner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RB0384
    United Kingdom6 days ago
  • Running only. Bit dull.

    Used to be interesting, now just a running podcast on repeat. Bit dull and repetitive. We get it, you run and you like talking about it but mix it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    CJ3489
    United Kingdom11 days ago
  • Emily Jane “Like”

    World record set for over use of the word “like”.

    I lost count at her use of 56,000 punctuation “likes”.

    Poor Spencer even starts mirroring her “likes”.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BARISTANATISTA
    United Kingdom14 days ago
  • Podcast review

    Enjoy listening to this podcast show and the hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @MSS17
    United Kingdom17 days ago
  • All about Spencer

    Excruciating to listen to Spencer make every single thing about him. Almost pretty much no point in having guests on the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Catrinarunner
    United Kingdom18 days ago

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Sponsorship and ad placement annoy some listeners but don't deter core fans.
Overall high engagement and trust in host conclusions.
Listeners appreciate the science-backed, practical running tips.
The Extra Mile segments are praised for depth on physiology and performance.
New listeners often cite the science-led approach as a differentiator.
Guests and depth of expertise are valued; some critique too many ads or host focus.
Positive for providing accessible, actionable training and fueling insights.
Some critics call for more guest voice and less host-centric conversation.
Long-time listeners praise consistency and knowledge across episodes.
Fans highlight the midweek science breakdowns as particularly valuable.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Emily Jane Fairs on Marathon Underfuelling Risks & Running Mentality
Q: How did you find it? Who inspired you? How did you come to lace up and get out there?
After getting into the gym, Fairs woke up one day in March 2024 and decided to run a marathon. She completed it alone in Suffolk, then signed up for a 100-kilometer event.
Emily Jane Fairs on Marathon Underfuelling Risks & Running Mentality
Q: Since becoming a runner, how has your relationship with food evolved?
Fairs describes years of restricting food and binge eating during a difficult period in her life. Running helped her view food as fuel, and eating more has improved her energy, performance and recovery.
Your Running Form Is Slowing You Down | Bronson Hearn-Smith
Q: What are the most common mistakes that you think everyday runners make?
He says amateur sprinters can pop upright too quickly out of the blocks. He recommends keeping the head down, taking quick steps and building momentum before opening up the stride.
Your Running Form Is Slowing You Down | Bronson Hearn-Smith
Q: What's the minimum amount of track training that somebody should do if they're still interested in becoming faster?
Hearn-Smith recommends training on the track no more than three times per week, because sprinting places substantial force on the body and adequate recovery helps prevent overtraining.
3 Deficiencies Holding You Back | Extra Mile
Q: If someone's wondering if they might be deficient in vitamin D, what might they be experiencing?
Patrick says possible signs include concentration difficulties, dizziness, hair loss or a compromised immune system, but these symptoms have many possible causes. He recommends clinical assessment and appropriate testing rather than self-diagnosis.

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What is UNTAPPED about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-energy show focused on elite endurance, training science, and mindset. Episodes frequently center on practical coaching insights, race-day strategies, and the physiology behind performance, with a strong emphasis on fueling, recovery, and data-informed training. A recurring dynamic pairs expert guests with a host who translates science into actionable tips, making advanced concepts accessible for both serious athletes and motivated beginners. Noteworthy strengths include a robust guest slate from world-class runners to coaches and physiologists, plus regular deep dives into nutrition, recovery tech, and performance science that help listeners untap their potential.

From cycle syncing and women's health in sport to endurance psychol... more

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2. Bronson Hearn-Smith
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