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The Tea & Trails Podcast

Edwina Sutton & Gary Thwaites
Trail Running
Ultra Running
Nutrition
Northern Traverse
Lakeland 100
Dragon's Back Race
Mental Health
Running
Endurance Racing
Endurance Sports
Mental Resilience
Spine Race
UTMB
Backyard Ultra
Winter Downs 200
Community
Heat Training
Nutrition For Runners
Community Support
Paddy Buckley Round

The Tea & Trails Podcast is a weekly trail running podcast that loves to talk about running, tea and trails. Hosts Edwina & Gary talk about recent ultra races, what's been going on in their lives, coaching and interviewing a variety of runners and race organisers.Facebook - www.facebook.com/groups/1330576474428708

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We all know nothing is guaranteed in ultra running, and the longer the race, the higher the jeopardy climbs.

This week, we share the story of two runners who are no strangers to the sharp end of some of the UK’s toughest events. Both lined up at the... more

Gary has been racing! Well… not quite racing, but he definitely wasn’t taking it easy. Either way, he loved his time up on the Moors at the Hardmoors Roseberry Topping Trail Marathon.

Eddie’s been in full entertainment mode, and with the kids finall... more

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As the ballot opens for the 2027 Lakeland 50 & 100, we thought it was the perfect time to spend an hour with one of the main men behind the event, Marc Laithwaite.

Marc brings a mix of funny, heartwarming, and genuinely inspiring stories that captur... more

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This week we kick things off with two brilliant listener intros, and, believe it or not, both hosts are out there getting after it and building some fitness. It’s all very upbeat at the moment. Long may this new trend continue!

We’ve also got a smok... more

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Recent Guests

Anna Rutherford
Ultra Scotland 100 Champion and ultrarunner
Independent athlete
Episode: Anna Rutherford - Ultra Scotland 100 Champ #231
David Miller
Runner and photographer behind Do Not Block Gate and Spine photo projects
Independent photographer, author of Spine and Do Not Block Gate
Episode: David Miller - SPINE #229
Laura Swanton-Rouvelin
Ultra runner who completed Hardmoors 200
Athlete
Episode: Laura Swanton-Rouvelin - Hardmoors 200 Champ #227
Richard Bailey
Listener contributing a voice note from the Maverick X Trail Ultra
Episode: Are Runners Getting Lazy? GPS or Map? #226
Katie Kaars-Sijpesteijn
Elite trail runner; returning guest discussing pregnancy, comeback, and UTMB journey
Independent athlete
Episode: UTS 100K - Katie Kars-Sijpesteijn #225
Gary Thwaites
Hardmoors 200 Champion
Hardmoors
Episode: Gary Thwaites - Hardmoors 200 Champ #223
Kim Collison
Ultraspeed runner known for Lakes, Meres and Waters record
Independent athlete
Episode: Kim Collison - Lakes, Meres & Waters Record #221
Freya Shepherd
Runner who completed West Highland Way and Great Glen Way attempts
Independent athlete, teacher
Episode: Freya Shepherd - West Highland Way - Great Glen FKT #219
Stu Edwards
Founder of Reverse London Marathon
Reverse London Marathon
Episode: Stu Edwards - Reverse London Marathon #217

Hosts

Edwina
Host with a focus on community, coaching insights, and trail running culture
Gary Thwaites
Co-host known for race reporting, strategy discussions, and community updates
Eddie Sutton
Host covering coaching topics, recovery, and guest interviews

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 752 ratings
  • I LOVE this podcast!

    This is one of my go to podcasts to accompany me on my long runs. The relationship between Eddie and Gary is so lovely to listen too, like having a pair of old friends nattering away in your ear. I find their endeavours and those of their guests really inspirational and I regularly recommend it to my running friends. Keep up the fantastic work, I love seeing a new episode pop up when I open my podcast app 🤩 x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Helen-g
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • 1 star

    Love trail running, love tea. Not a fan of this podcast unfortunately. I found the presenters irritating.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JSBW1234
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Trail

    Good podcast for trail running, some great knowledgeable guests, only fault a bit 2much waffling on from the two presenters

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    crap runner
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • A bit dreary and tedious

    I started listening a couple of months ago and really enjoy the interviews with runners. The only problem is that to listen to them you have to trudge through the half and hour or so of weekly update of ‘ooh my breakfast was too hot and my knee was a bit niggly before my long run’ or ‘I bought a meal deal on the way home from swimming’ which doesn’t grab my attention at all. Despite this the podcast is well presented and produced but not for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Dunks517
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • The AI for the episode description and guest intros is terrible. Other than that solid running chat but #ad heavy

    Podcast Addict
    3
    Capote
    9 months ago

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Listeners appreciate actionable running tips and real-world race insights.
Many praise motivational stories and sense of community around the show.
Fans love the warm, friendly banter between hosts and guests.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#89
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#5
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#127
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#169
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#63
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#175
France/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

David Miller - SPINE #229
Q: You mentioned a shift to photojournalistic style; what drove that change and how does it affect your approach to a race like UTMB or the Spine?
The shift came from a desire to tell a more complete story of the sport, not just capture fast moments. It means pre-planning locations, engaging with the environment, and focusing on the human narrative and atmosphere as much as the runners themselves.
Kim Collison - Lakes, Meres & Waters Record #221
Q: What advice would you give about pacing and staying in the race mentally?
Stay within what is barely manageable, adjust based on body signals, and use training runs to visualize race-day scenarios to maintain confidence and drive during the event.
Kim Collison - Lakes, Meres & Waters Record #221
Q: How did you plan nutrition and fueling for such a long endurance effort?
The plan was high carbohydrate early on with around 120 g/hour for the initial legs, then gradually reducing intake as pace and effort dropped, incorporating real foods and potential for snacks as the race progressed.
Kim Collison - Lakes, Meres & Waters Record #221
Q: What was the timeline like in the weeks leading up to the Lakes, Meres and Waters record?
Kim describes a multi-week build-up with increasing volume, careful ramping, and a shift from high volume to targeted intensity while balancing recovery and health considerations.
Freya Shepherd - West Highland Way - Great Glen FKT #219
Q: What was the biggest change between the October attempt and the second run?
The second attempt benefited from more winter climbing, better hip work, and a more consistent sleep/eating routine, which helped her manage foot pain and overall endurance.

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This show centers on trail running, ultramarathons, coaching, race reports, and behind-the-scenes stories from the endurance community. Episodes mix long-form interviews with athletes, organizers, and photographers, plus practical tips on fueling, gear, and recovery, all delivered in a warm, coffee-chat vibe. A notable strength is the blend of expert insight with personal storytelling, often weaving in family life, parenting, and community events, making it feel like a supportive, inside look at high-mileage running. The format tends to be candid, occasionally humorous, and consistently audience-focused with sponsor reads and community shout-outs that feel integral rather than promotional.

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1. Anna Rutherford
2. David Miller
3. Laura Swanton-Rouvelin
4. Richard Bailey
5. Katie Kaars-Sijpesteijn
6. Gary Thwaites
7. Kim Collison
8. Freya Shepherd

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