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WHY WE RUN | WHO WE BECOME

Runbelievable is the running podcast about runners, running stories and the communities we find along the way.

Hosted by Josh Rischin, each week a runner shares the story behind their running... from first-timers and everyday runners to elite athletes, marathoners, ultrarunners, record-breakers and people taking on wonderfully ridiculous running challenges.

Because behin... more

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Latest Episodes

What happens when the thing that makes you feel strongest becomes one of the hardest things to keep doing?

For Fiona Mobbs, running has been a lifeline through single motherhood, personal challenges and years of unexplained symptoms. Eventually diag... more

What if one of the best ways to help girls keep running is to tell them it's okay not to run?

As a teenager, Amy Kline gradually stopped feeling like sport was somewhere she belonged. It wasn't until she discovered recreational running as an adult t... more

Phil Gore has spent years redefining what's possible in backyard ultra (BYU) running. But Project 168 was different. His goal was to run for seven consecutive days, pushing beyond anything he'd attempted before.

So what happens when your mind is wil... more

What happens when running becomes more than something you do, and starts becoming part of who you are?

Oli Jones has spent much of his life around running. He's founded a run group, coached runners, worked with young athletes and spent five years te... more

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Recent Guests

Amy Kline
Founder of Girls Run Club and early childhood teacher
Girls Run Club
Episode: EP 56 | How Can We Stop Girls Walking Away From Sport?
Phil Gore
Backyard ultra world record holder and endurance runner.
Episode: EP 55 | What Happens When You Run Until Your Body Shuts Down?
Oli Jones
Runner, coach, teacher, and host of Local Legends in Running
Local Legends in Running
Episode: EP 54 | Is It Possible for Running to Become Part of Who You Are?
Cam Smit
Founder of Cam's Run Club
Cam's Run Club
Episode: EP 53 | He Built the Run Club He Was Once Too Intimidated to Join
Alex Narang
Runners' community member who moved to Sydney and inspired the episode journey
Coogee Run Club
Episode: EP 52 | Can Running Make a New City Feel Like Home?
Joanne Watkins
Event director at Albert Melbourne Park Run
Albert Melbourne Park Run
Episode: EP 51 | What Does Australia’s Largest parkrun Know That the Rest of Us Don’t?
Aly Robertson
Runner contributing to KidsCan charity; creator of the 52 halves in 52 weeks
Runbelievable guest; charity advocate
Episode: EP 49 | He’s Running 52 Half Marathons. None of Them Are Really for Him.
Nick Dunn
Triathlete, Australian representative, long-term endurance athlete
Episode: EP 46 | Could the Secret to Running at 80 Be Training Less?
Lou Daeschler
Guest who rebuilt his life around running
Self/Athlete
Episode: EP 38 | When Your Mind Can Run Further Than Your Body

Host

Josh Rischin
Host of Runbelievable

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Inspiring & Relatable conversations

    A great podcast to keep you company and inspire you when you’re out on your next run!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LibbyGibbins
    New Zealand5 months ago
  • You don’t have to be a runner to enjoy this podcast

    The stories are more like therapy! You don’t have to be a runner to relate to a lot of these stories. People who have been on this podcast have used runner a positive way to deal with their problems or issues. Enjoyable, informative and relatable to say the least!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frankie_77
    Australia5 months ago
  • Great Listen

    I have been listening to the podcast since it started. Some really great stuff and funny stories. So if you’re just looking for a new podcast definitely have a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Madlaw,
    Australia8 months ago
  • The best part of running! Community and the every day stories

    Loving this podcast! A must listen if you have just started running or been running for a long time. This is what it’s truly all about and why I absolutely adore the running community. Massive shout out to hosts Matt and Josh, they are wonderful and hilarious!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    crystalistic
    Australia9 months ago
  • Great listening.

    Great stories from everyday runners. Great chats. Great banter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jenni Dos
    Australia10 months ago

Listeners Say

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Great banter and authentic conversations
A must-listen for runners and community-minded listeners
Relatable and inspiring stories listeners can apply to their own runs
Candid stories about resilience and running culture are highly engaging

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Apple Podcasts
#249
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#44
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#213
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#154
New Zealand/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#178
Denmark/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#200
Ireland/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EP 56 | How Can We Stop Girls Walking Away From Sport?
Q: What are the social, environmental or other factors guiding girls away from sport at a higher rate than boys?
Kline points to body changes, periods, body image, financial barriers, and pressure to perform. She says Girls Run Club aims to address these factors through a relaxed environment focused on belonging and movement without competition.
EP 56 | How Can We Stop Girls Walking Away From Sport?
Q: Why is it okay not to be a runner?
Kline wants girls to feel welcome even if they do not want to run, cannot run a particular distance, or would rather walk. The sessions are about showing up and moving in whatever way feels right.
EP 55 | What Happens When You Run Until Your Body Shuts Down?
Q: In the aftermath, what was harder to process? What your body had just endured, or the fact that you hadn't quite reached 168?
Gore says discovering his limit was the event's purpose, so stopping at 152 hours was not a failure. He felt some initial disappointment but was ultimately positive about the distance and what the project achieved.
EP 55 | What Happens When You Run Until Your Body Shuts Down?
Q: How do you go about distinguishing between the feeling of, this is really uncomfortable to, I've actually got to stop?
Gore says the distinction was difficult during Project 168. His mind wanted to continue, and he mistook his inability to function normally for pain he could push through, ultimately pushing too far and needing hospital care.
EP 47 | She Started Running by Accident. Then Came the World Records
Q: What sparked your initial move into running?
A gradual journey that began with weight loss and a decision to walk and then run short distances, which grew into a commitment to push beyond limits while carrying a meaningful cause.

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A candid, community-focused running podcast that centers on personal transformation through endurance sport. Guests range from ultramarathoners and marathoners to everyday runners who've leveraged running to rebuild identity, cope with health challenges, or drive social impact. Episodes frequently emphasize resilience, mentorship, inclusivity, and the power of community, with many guests sharing hard-won lessons about motivation, recovery, and balancing sport with life. The show stands out for its welcoming approach to back-of-the-pack runners and its ability to turn intimate personal stories into broadly relatable lessons for listeners who run for health, stress relief, or meaning beyond the finish line.

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Runbelievable launched a year ago and published 61 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Runbelievable include:

1. Amy Kline
2. Phil Gore
3. Oli Jones
4. Cam Smit
5. Alex Narang
6. Joanne Watkins
7. Aly Robertson
8. Nick Dunn

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