
A fortnightly podcast based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Join Daniel Squires and Michael McKnight along the 'Back Straight' as they discuss the running scene in the Isle of Ireland and shine a light on great stories domestically as well as abroad. We'll throw our running hats into the ring and talk gear, training and racing often in the company of studio guests. Contact us at our email address th... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 79 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | RunningSports | |||

This one is all about the Euro Cross! In part 1 we recap the results from each race and highlight some of the standout Irish performances. In part 2 we welcome European Champions Nick Griggs and Callum Morgan as well as the master coach that is Mark ... more
Busy couple of weeks calls for a jam-packed episode! In part 1 of the episode we dive into all of the results from the Irish Novice Cross Country in Abbottstown and Irwin Spiers XC before we recap the 2025 Seeley Cup! To help us with the recap we bri... more
Abdel Laadjel is an Irish International and current Oregon Duck. Abdel recently became an All-American XC runner placing 9th at the NCAA Div 1 Cross Country Championships. Abdel has had a brilliant year thus far on the grass and track and looks set t... more
The National Cross Country Championships 2025 was hosted in Derry this year and The Back Straight is delighted to welcome the National Champions onto the podcast! Super grateful to have the amazing Fiona Everard from Bandon AC and the charming Brian ... more
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Focusing on the vibrant running community in Northern Ireland, this podcast explores topics ranging from training techniques to the latest gear, with discussions often enriched by the experiences of guest athletes and experts. It provides insights into the personal journeys of its hosts and their guests, including challenges faced in competitive environments and the camaraderie found in local running events. Each episode combines practical advice for both novice and seasoned runners while shedding light on the emotional and psychological aspects of running, ensuring that listeners are both informed and inspired to improve their own running experiences. Unique perspectives from guests enrich the narrative, offering relatable and motivational... more
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Recent guests on The Back Straight Podcast include:
1. Conall McClean
2. Finn Diver
3. Abdel Laadjel
4. Fiona Everard
5. Brian Fay
6. Dara Furey
7. Allan Bogle
8. David McGlynn
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