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Feet First: A Running Podcast

Ed Scott
Ultra Running
Trail Running
UTMB
Ultrarunning
ARC Of Attrition
Western States
South Downs Way 100
South Downs Way 50
Ultramarathon
Nutrition
Centurion Running
Centurion Ultrarunning Store
Spartathlon
Badwater 135
Dragon's Back
North Downs Way 50
Thames Path 100
Spine Race
Chianti Ultra Trail
Running

A podcast focusing on the front of the pack in UK trail and ultra running, hosted by Ed Scott.

www.runfeetfirst.co.uk

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Latest Episodes

Host Ed Scott recounts his recent experience setting a new fastest known time (FKT) on the London Loop, a 150-mile trail circumnavigating Greater London.

Support Feet First on Patreon: patreon.com/cw/runfeetfirst

www.runfeetfirst.co.uk

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Featuring Elite Trail Team athletes Chelsea Creak, Kris Jones, and Holly Wootten, and Performance Director Doug Stewart.

Recorded with a live audience at Craft Yard in Wendover, Buckinghamshire.

www.elitetrailteam.com

www.runfeetfirst.co.uk

Than... more

Great to welcome Laura Watts to Feet First for a wide-ranging discussion of her experiences at runnable ultras, including her recent fifth consecutive finish at the iconic Badwater 135.

Support Feet First on Patreon: patreon.com/cw/runfeetfirst

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A post-race chat with Naomi Lang following her incredibly close-fought second place at OCC, part of the UTMB World Series finals.

Cover photo: Alexis Jay Adrian

Support Feet First on Patreon: patreon.com/cw/runfeetfirst

Live show: www.runfeetfirst... more

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Recent Guests

Laura Watts
Runner and Badwater veteran; canal and runnable ultras specialist
Independent ultrarunner
Episode: #98 - Laura Watts - Badwater 135 Debrief
Naomi Lang
Ultra-distance runner, Scotland-based; OCC second place finisher
Naomi Lang (athlete)
Episode: #97 - Naomi Lang - OCC Second Place
Katie Kaars Sijpesteijn
Winner of the Women's 50 Mile Race at Lakeland 50
Ultrarunner
Episode: #95 - Katie Kaars Sijpesteijn - Lakeland 50 First Place
Katharina Hartmuth
New Bob Graham Round record holder
Elite Trail Team
Episode: #94 - Katharina Hartmuth - New Bob Graham Round Record
Simon Davies
Team member at The Spine and Beyond the Ultimate
The Spine; Beyond the Ultimate (BTU)
Episode: #93 - Simon Davies - The Wrath
Sam Calvert
UK Event Director for UTMB Group
UTMB Group
Episode: #92 - Sam Calvert, UTMB UK Event Director - Skyline Scotland
Gus Irvine
Winner of the 2026 West Highland Way Race
Episode: #91 - Gus Irvine - West Highland Way Race First Place
David Green
South Downs Way 100 course record holder
Athlete
Episode: #90 - David Green - South Downs Way 100 Course Record
Stephen Cousins
Filming runner and ultramarathon content creator known as Film My Run
Film My Run
Episode: #88 - South Downs Way 100 Preview with Stephen Cousins

Host

Ed Scott
Host of Feet First: A Running Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 118 ratings
  • Great Podcast

    Really interesting and in depth reviews with some of the best UK ultra runners out there. Great podcast for those who love the sport.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beorhtric
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Great listen!

    Great insightful podcast learning what it takes to be at the pointy end of races. Enjoy the UK focus and talk of races that are geographically accessible - it’s building up the bucket list!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WorkingRunner
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Brilliant

    Feet First is always brilliant - Ed knows how to lead an interview so that the listener gets great insights. It’s thoughtful, chilled, unpretentious … perfect!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Al2010G
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • New to this Podcast

    I have just found feet first and I’m enjoying working my way through the back catalogue. I’m loving the simple uncomplicated format.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hares and Snapes
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Best British Ultra pod

    I love feet first! Such a great pod to learn about all the different races and people in the UK ultra scene. As someone newly obsessed with ultra running, this is a good way to get my fix. Especially when dealing with a current injury

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PatrickH1994
    United Kingdoma year ago

Listeners Say

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Fans highlight UK focus and accessibly deep race insights for front-of-pack runners.
Guests consistently rank as high-quality and informative, with strong production and relevant sponsorship integration.
Listeners praise the host's interview style as calm, insightful, and free of fluff.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#37
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#84
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#26
Singapore/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#44
Ireland/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#57
Japan/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#143
Netherlands/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#98 - Laura Watts - Badwater 135 Debrief
Q: What does your next season look like after Badwater, and how do you choose future races?
Laura plans a mix of track racing, flat endurance events like Daytona 100, and offseason goals such as Hurt 100 in Hawaii to challenge herself in different terrains, while keeping a balance with work and training.
#98 - Laura Watts - Badwater 135 Debrief
Q: What is the most important factor for success in ultrarunning, in your view?
Never give up, stay grateful for the opportunity to race, and focus on the sense of achievement each buckle represents, because perseverance through DNFs and tough days defines long-term success.
#98 - Laura Watts - Badwater 135 Debrief
Q: What keeps you coming back to Badwater after five consecutive finishes?
The race is fundamentally about the people, the invitation and the Badwater family, the unique Death Valley setting, and the sheer commitment it demands which makes it deeply meaningful and hard to replicate elsewhere.
#96 - UTMB Preview with Holly Wootten and Hugh Chatfield
Q: What makes UTMB uniquely challenging for elite runners?
The field is stacked with 20-30 world-class athletes per gender, creating pressure from rivals and sponsors alike; the format and crowding at the start lines also add strategic complexity for time-trial style pacing during the race.
#96 - UTMB Preview with Holly Wootten and Hugh Chatfield
Q: How has transitioning to full-time professional running changed your approach?
It has given more time for training, nutrition, and recovery, with support from Altra and the Elite Trail Team, while maintaining a balanced focus on performance over sheer visibility or income.

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A UK-centric show that foregrounds elite and aspiring ultrarunners, trail runners, and endurance athletes through interview-style conversations with top athletes, organizers, and race directors. Episodes consistently cover race strategy, training, course dynamics, gear, sponsorships, and the evolving UK trail running scene, with a calm, insightful interview style that favors practical insights and storytelling from front-of-pack competitors. Noteworthy strengths include deep dives into race logistics, focus on notable UK events, and conversations with a mix of established stars and rising talents, all anchored by a steady host who guides the dialogue with clarity and nuance.

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7. Gus Irvine
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