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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
Spine Race
UTMB
Endurance Racing
Endurance Sports
Mental Resilience
Backyard Ultra
Winter Downs 200
Community
Heat Training
Race Across Scotland
Nutrition For Runners
Community Support

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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Latest Episodes

This week we're joined by Jennie Dunkley for a chat following her brilliant victory at the 2026 Centurion Autumn 100.

It's Jennie's first appearance on the Tea & Trails podcast, so we start at the beginning, exploring her running journey, her previo... more

This week, Gary serves up an audio masterpiece inspired by the Hardmoors Goathland Marathon. Stick around right to the bitter End for a performance that absolutely nobody asked for.

Meanwhile, Eddie knocks out multiple long runs as her Spine Race tr... more

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The incredible Karen Nash joins us for a chat this week. We'd like to say she's fresh from her brilliant victory at the 13 Valleys, but this is Karen we're talking about, and she's already raced again since then!

We chat about her fantastic run thro... more

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Both hosts are battling named storms this week as they try to keep their training on track. At this time of year, the treadmill really does become your best mate, and with races being cancelled left, right and centre, plenty of runners have had their... more

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Recent Guests

Debs White
Event director with experience organizing races, volunteering at ultra events and supporting long-distance runners
Episode: Debs White & Chris Mills - Cape to Glen #263
Chris Mills
Event organizer with 10 to 12 years of experience in race timing and event technology
Episode: Debs White & Chris Mills - Cape to Glen #263
Tommy Price
Endurance runner and Mountain Rescue survivor featured on the episode
Mountain Rescue / Endurance running
Episode: From ‘No Signs of Life’ to Bob Graham Round - Tommy Price #261
Stu Holliday
Sports psychologist and endurance mindset coach
Endurance Mind Coaching
Episode: Moab 240 & The Best Shoes of 2026 #260
Sophie Raworth
Broadcasting royalty, journalist and author of Running on Air
BBC / Author
Episode: Sophie Raworth #259
Lee Godrich
Ultra runner and guest on Five Valleys Ultra
Episode: Your Relationship with Running #258
Damian Hall
Author of Run Forever; elite endurance athlete
Run Forever / author
Episode: Damian Hall - Run Forever #255
Lucy Gossage
Runner and cancer doctor who set a Pennine Way FKT
Independent athlete
Episode: Lucy Gossage - Pennine Way FKT #253
Laura Watts
Ultramarathon runner; five-time Badwater finisher
Independent athlete
Episode: Laura Watts - Badwater #251

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 766 ratings
  • My favourite podcast

    I have been listening to t&t since the days when it wasn’t even called t&t. I love the interviews and I love the chatter. Feels like catching up with my friends every time I listen. I am constantly inspired by and in awe of the hosts and guests.

    However I should add that I went from a “normal” person to a someone who runs 100 milers, and is now considering that a 200 miler might be possible, since listening to this podcast so be aware of the risks if you are prone to foolish ideas!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hares37
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Disappointing

    Randomly talk about people that they know about but you dont. Admittedly its like sitting overhearing a conversation in a cafe which may be the intention but when its finished you havent found out anything useful. Also, please - if you talk about Llangollen learn how to pronounce it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Amanda80l
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Fantastic 👍

    Absolutely love this podcast, this has been keeping me company as I up the mileage after a long layoff due to injury. Great story’s, great advice, very informative and encouraging and funny. Keep up the good work👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    James George
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • 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 Kingdom3 months 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 Kingdom4 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

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

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#109
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#2
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Apple Podcasts
#78
United Kingdom/Sports
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#87
Canada/Sports/Running
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#90
Australia/Sports/Running
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#122
France/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Training Through The Off Season #262
Q: I've never done an ultra before. Longest distance is a road marathon last October. I'm doing the Lap in May. Would I be mad to take on another ultra 11 weeks afterwards? Or is it good to make the most of the training?
Gary and Russell say 11 weeks can be enough if the Lap is treated as a training run with process goals rather than raced all-out. They recommend finding opportunities to train on similar terrain and building hill-climbing strength with hill reps, an incline treadmill or a stair stepper.
Debs White & Chris Mills - Cape to Glen #263
Q: Is there like a selection process? Is there a criteria somebody needs to meet?
Solo applicants need to show sound mountain judgment, relevant distance and multi-day experience, and the ability to make safe decisions. Pair entries are open to anyone, but the partners must stay together.
Debs White & Chris Mills - Cape to Glen #263
Q: What was your thinking of why switch that route around?
Debs White said a continuous event works better finishing at Glenfinnan, where participants can more readily reach transport, food, accommodation and family. Running north to south also lets more participants experience landmarks such as Sandwood Bay.
Moab 240 & The Best Shoes of 2026 #260
Q: What happened in the race, and how did your mental preparation help you adapt?
After falling and developing severe leg cramps, Eddie used her plan to reset, focus on controllable actions, fuel, and break the remaining distance into small goals. She finished and later felt proud of how she responded.
Moab 240 & The Best Shoes of 2026 #260
Q: How are you feeling as you begin the specific training block for the Winter Spine Race?
Eddie says she feels physically and mentally ready after a difficult recovery week. She is beginning to build volume and add specific training, including walking with weight.

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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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7. Damian Hall
8. Lucy Gossage

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