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Welcome to RunPod, the weekly run club you can join simply by listening. In this series Jenni Falconer welcomes special guests who share that passion for running. Together they’ll discuss the challenge, reward and sometimes obsession of pounding the pavement whilst asking what drives us to run, why some catch the bug more than others, and how it can transform the lives of those who do it. Along th... more

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Latest Episodes

Rose Harvey is one of British athletics' most extraordinary stories... a former corporate lawyer made redundant during Covid who took up marathon running seriously for the first time at 28. One decision made over a beer in the pub changed her life!

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Comedian Paul Tonkinson's journey through the Sahara desert for the Marathon des Sables inspired his latest book Running Through Sand.

In this episode of the RunPod Sprint, he answers all of your questions!

New guest episode released this Friday.

The sunny weather has finally hit the UK with most of us enjoying a glorious bank holiday weekend.

But running in the heat brings unique challenges! Jenni is here with the tips to keep safe and on track in the sun.

Paul Tonkinson's RunPod Sprint d... more

Paul Tonkinson is the comedian who with just weeks to prepare, snags a place on one of the planets toughest ultra marathons, the Marathon des Sables across the Sahara desert.

A story about resilience, opportunity and battling something that will com... more

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Recent Guests

Paul Tonkinson
Comedian, podcaster, author
Author of Running Through Sand
Episode: Paul Tonkinson: Comedian's Sahara Ultra Marathon
Christine Hobson
Ultra runner and marathoner who started running at 60; later undertook 125 marathons and polar challenges
Self-identified athlete
Episode: Christine Hobson: 125 Marathons after the age of 60
Sophie Raworth
BBC journalist, presenter, and author
BBC
Episode: Sophie Raworth: BBC headlines to life changing finish lines
George Lewis
Comedian and first-time London Marathon runner
Episode: George Lewis: Comedian's London Marathon
Akram Shalabi
London Marathon Pace Team lead; pacer
London Marathon
Episode: London Marathon Week: Live at Marathon Expo!
Ore Oduba
Presenter running for Smartphone Free Childhood
Smartphone Free Childhood
Episode: London Marathon Week: Live at Marathon Expo!
Dan Hudson
Comedian and charity runner
Marie Curie team member
Episode: London Marathon Week: Dan Hudson
Jordan Adams
A runner raising awareness for dementia, founder of the FTD Brothers Foundation
FTD Brothers Foundation
Episode: London Marathon Week: Jordan Adams
Sean Fletcher
TV presenter, dad, runner
GMB, Sky News (as mentioned)
Episode: Sean & Lili Fletcher: Father and daughter's triple marathon!

Host

Jenni Falconer
Host of RunPod

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • LOVE ❤️

    This is my most favourite podcast to listen to on a run!

    Always inspiring and motivating, it fills me with joy to feel I’m part of the great extended RunPod family 😍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KitJamieP
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Adverts

    I used to really like this podcast but the adverts seem to be increasing. Hard to fast forward through them when driving!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Drewk1uk1
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great to listen to on the run

    I’ve been trying to find a suitable podcast that talks you through a run as you’re running it. This is perfect - love the phased training ones as well! The interviews are really well delivered and relevant. We want to hear how ‘human’ the celebs are!!! Great work and I’ll continue to listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carl5172
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Best Running Podcast

    The best running podcast out there! Jenni is such a brilliant interviewer

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Darling92!
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great to listen to on the run

    I’ve been trying to find a suitable podcast that talks you through a run as you’re running it. This is perfect - love the phased training ones as well! The interviews are really well delivered and relevant. We want to hear how ‘human’ the celebs are!!!

    Great work and I’ll continue to listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carl5172
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guests are described as relatable and human, with actionable tips
Some critique ads and sponsorship frequency but still enjoy the content
Listeners praise the show for inspiring and motivating runs

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#113
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#4
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#86
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#126
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#37
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#73
France/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

RunPod Sprint! Christine Hobson
Q: What was the best advice you had early on or what would you tell someone starting now?
She emphasizes not trying to imitate fast runners and focusing on finishing strong and being fit at the end of each race, which changes how you approach training and recovery.
RunPod Sprint! Christine Hobson
Q: What made you start running?
Christine explains she started running after retirement as a way to fill the gap and confront a new challenge, finding purpose beyond a conventional retirement.
Christine Hobson: 125 Marathons after the age of 60
Q: What keeps you going now after so many races?
She describes the joy of exploration, the social aspect, ongoing goals like North Pole ambitions, and the desire to stay active for life
Christine Hobson: 125 Marathons after the age of 60
Q: What changed when you started running at 60?
Christine explains the shift from a career-focused life to a goal-driven running routine after joining a local running club at retirement, with supportive coaching by Jeff Galloway
Christine Hobson: 125 Marathons after the age of 60
Q: Do you know how this came about?
Jenni learns Christine was invited by Katia Jones and that she agreed to chat, leading to a series of marathons and new challenges.

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

This show centers on running as a lifestyle and sport, featuring candid conversations with athletes, presenters, and charity runners. Guests share hard-earned training wisdom, race-day mindset, injury caution, and inspirational journeys—from late-life starts to record-setting expeditions—along with practical tips for pacing, nutrition, and staying motivated. A standout angle is the emphasis on human stories, community, and the emotional rewards of endurance, making it appealing to both seasoned runners and curious newcomers who want actionable advice and uplifting narratives.

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These podcasts share a similar audience with RunPod:

1. Paula's Run Club
2. Runner's World Podcast
3. The Runna Podcast
4. The Women's Running Podcast
5. The Running Channel Podcast

How many episodes of RunPod are there?

RunPod launched 7 years ago and published 609 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 RunPod include:

1. Paul Tonkinson
2. Christine Hobson
3. Sophie Raworth
4. George Lewis
5. Akram Shalabi
6. Ore Oduba
7. Dan Hudson
8. Jordan Adams

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