
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!
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 98 | Founded | a year ago |
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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 athlete... more
This week we go from KFC protein bowls to Olympic gold medals in about 12 minutes flat.
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Is fast food now a “fitness brand”?
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Should Olympic coaches only coach their own country?
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Is the internet’s “apex athlete” debate completely miss... more
This week the boys dive into Winter Olympic madness, elite running culture and another instalment of Liam’s Schemes.
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Should we turn Melbourne’s Tan Track into a Breaking-10 night spectacle?
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Is downhill skiing the true blue-riband Winter O... more
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 o... more
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Came for the GC marathon content but have stayed for the chit chat. Really enjoying the banter between Liam and Courtney. Interesting perspective on running, tris, endurance sports, training, equipment, fueling, and just general interesting news from around the traps. Love the local context.
A great no BS running podcast. Great banter, insight and relatable honest running and sports chat. I look forward to the listen every Saturday and Wednesday. Keep it coming guys.
Really good podcast that heaps of fun to have a listen to with helpful information about running
Enjoying the running chat, especially the gc series
Light hearted enough to be relatable but serious enough to be informative podcast (mostly) about running that’s a very easy listen but thought provoking at the same time.
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Conversations revolve around running, fitness, and lifestyle, characterized by a blend of humor and genuine experiences. Episodes feature discussions on recent athletic achievements, training techniques, mental wellness for athletes, and the community aspects of running events. The hosts often share personal stories and engage in lighthearted banter, making the content relatable and entertaining for both novice and experienced runners. Unique to the dialogue is the incorporation of insights from various sporting events, notable figures in athletics, and a focus on marathons, showcasing the hosts' deep ties to fitness culture. Overall, it fosters an engaging and informative space for runners of all levels, emphasizing the joy and challenges ... more
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