Rephonic
Artwork for Running Commentary
Running
Comedy
London Marathon
Parkrun
Christmas
Mental Health
Marathon Training
Yorkshire Marathon
Health and Fitness
Hampstead Heath
York Marathon
New Year's Resolutions
Race To the King
Park Run
Cambridge Half Marathon
Running Commentary
Marathon Des Sables
Marathon De Sable
Training
Aging

Comedians Paul Tonkinson and Rob Deering talk about life and comedy - but mainly running. Whilst running.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes398Founded10 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
LeisureRunningSports

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Running Commentary

Latest Episodes

On a sparkling day Paul and Rob take a turn round a couple of London's poshest parks. Featuring Race The Tide planning, fuelling on the trail, a lovely run in the Peaks, angry geese and gorgeous goslings, performing in front of friends, Paul's round ... more

Five years ago - and not long after lockdown - Rob took a turn with Sophie Raworth on one of her go-to routes. Featuring canine company, running into deserted London and other crazy memories from COVID, the Great North Run 2021, a noisy stag, coming ... more

A happy return to business as usual after the London Marathon, as Paul and Rob take their monthly turn around Hampstead Heath, where spring has very much sprung. Featuring gigs galore, adventures in Wales, family fun, physical and spiritual nakedness... more

This interview Monday we flash back a couple of weeks to before the London Marathon, when Lizzy P and Rob shared their thoughts ahead of the run. They were both taking part... but did they both know this?

SUBSCRIBE at ⁠https://runcompod.supercast.co... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Paula's Run Club
Paula's Run ClubMomentum Media & Broadcast
Runner's World Podcast
Runner's World PodcastRunner's World UK
RunPod
RunPodGlobal
How Do You Cope?
How Do You Cope?Significant Productions
The Running Channel Podcast
The Running Channel PodcastThe Running Channel

Recent Guests

Sophie Raworth
Television presenter and guest on this episode
Episode: Classic Interview - Sophie Raworth In Sunny Richmond
John Robbins
Marathon runner discussed on episode
Podcast guest
Episode: The London Marathon 2026
Helen Thorne
Contributor, Swery Helen
Friend of the show
Episode: The London Marathon 2026
P. Burton Morgan
Speedy runner and poet
Guest runner
Episode: The London Marathon 2026
Edward Indiritu
Head of the Rhino Conservancy unit, Kenya
Wildlife Conservancy
Episode: The London Marathon 2026
Susie Bennett
Marathon participant
Friend/participant
Episode: The London Marathon 2026
Edward Ndiritu
Ranger and conservation advocate focusing on rhino protection
Lewa Conservancy / Kenya Ranger Association
Episode: Edward Ndiritu
P Burton Morgan
Comedian, writer, and poet focusing on running and performance
Independent comedian and performer
Episode: P Burton-Morgan
Matt Wooden
Ultra runner and coast-to-coast completer, husband of comedian Angela Barnes.
Centurion Running (mentioned); Sarcoma UK fundraising
Episode: Matt Wooden

Hosts

Paul Tonkinson
Co-host of Running Commentary; comedian and presenter with a regular engagement in running discussions.
Rob Deering
Co-host of Running Commentary; comedian and musician known for banter-driven running conversations.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 687 ratings
  • Love this!

    Great title - interesting conversation by interesting people

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marnie G Rose
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Yes👍

    My fave podcast, love the fact that it’s primarily running based but the more you listen you realise that’s just the main thread to hang many of Paul and Robs lovely, relatable life insights onto.

    Both books are great too. Paul’s as an real inspiration to an older runner and Robs as a real comfort to running through grief.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Plantmanmatt
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Latest episode- leave the politics at home!

    Please leave the politics off air!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    syrup and pancakes
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Love the show. Thank you marshall.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    leethomas
    2 years ago
  • Makes me smile every time

    This is by far my favourite podcast- and I listen to A LOT of podcasts. It’s great to listen on a solo run, feels like you’re having a lovely catch up with mates, except you don’t need to worry about doing any talking. Makes me smile every time, often makes me grin at random strangers.

    It’s the only podcast I’ve ever subscribed to, as I’d definitely buy these two a drink if I could.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MsSarahEJones
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some episodes skew toward non-running topics, which can broaden appeal but may deter pure-running purists.
Guests reliably bring diverse perspectives, from grief and resilience to representation in sports.
The show blends humor with practical running insights and life stories, making long runs fly by.
Listeners appreciate the friendly, conversational vibe and feel like they're running with mates.
The banter can be infectious and comforting for regular listeners seeking consistency and community.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#9
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#194
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#222
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#41
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#120
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#14
United Arab Emirates/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ready or Not
Q: What happened with the Park Run injury and how does it affect your marathon prep?
The hosts describe a sharp, painful twang in the right thigh after a fast hill, followed by concern about whether it undermines the upcoming marathon, with a plan to see a physio, possibly tape the issue, rest or adjust as advised, while keeping the broader race plan intact.
Mark Maier's Marathon
Q: What else do you do besides running?
I also swim and bike to keep active, which is important for overall fitness and helps with recovery.
Mark Maier's Marathon
Q: What are you thinking of at this stage of your marathon training?
I'm thinking about primarily finishing the marathon and maybe trying to run it the whole way, but just enjoying the experience.
Q & A 2026 - Part Two
Q: What's the most important part of training for a specific finish time?
They advise doing a half marathon about a month before the marathon and embedding marathon pace runs into training to help prepare for the specific finish time.
Q & A 2026 - Part Two
Q: What are the best distraction techniques you have during long runs or races?
Both hosts discuss the importance of having good mantras, music, and the mental strategies of chunking runs down to make them more manageable.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Running Commentary

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

A humor-infused running show where two comedians chronicle life, fitness, and culture through casual, long-form conversations. Episodes blend practical training tips with personal stories, guest perspectives, and lighthearted banter, often expanding from running into books, theatre, mental health, and everyday life. Noteworthy traits include a warm, conversational style, strong banter between hosts, and a steady stream of relatable guests ranging from actors to authors and athletes, making it a reliable pick for listeners who want motivation, laughs, and a sense of community on their runs.

Where can I find podcast stats for Running Commentary?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Running Commentary. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Running Commentary and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Running Commentary get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Running Commentary, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Running Commentary?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Running Commentary, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Running Commentary have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Running Commentary has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Running Commentary?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Running Commentary:

1. Paula's Run Club
2. Runner's World Podcast
3. RunPod
4. How Do You Cope?
5. The Running Channel Podcast

How many episodes of Running Commentary are there?

Running Commentary launched 10 years ago and published 398 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Running Commentary?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Running Commentary?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Running Commentary from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Running Commentary?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Running Commentary. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Running Commentary?

Recent guests on Running Commentary include:

1. Sophie Raworth
2. John Robbins
3. Helen Thorne
4. P. Burton Morgan
5. Edward Indiritu
6. Susie Bennett
7. Edward Ndiritu
8. P Burton Morgan

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days