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The Back Straight Podcast

The Back Straight Podcast
Belfast Marathon
Northern Ireland Athletics
Belfast Irish Milers Meet
Queen's Parkrun
Inter Counties Cross Country
Ciara Mageean
Training
Irish Athletics
Barcelona Marathon
Running
Armagh International Road Races
Frank Mcgrath
Nutrition
Mental Health In Sports
Senior Cross-Country Championships
Phoebe Gill
Newell's Festival Of Road Races
Belfast BMC
Sub-Four-Minute Mile
Lisbon Half Marathon

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

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Episode 5 fresh out of the oven! It's a funny old episode this one with a good few laughs amongst the training week recaps and chat about running gear essentials! Dearbhla did Omagh half marathon so she talks us through that and Paddy ticks off anoth... more

The seasons are changing, and I don't mean Winter and Spring, it is marathon season! To commemorate this change we have the brilliant Stephen Mc Auley of Letterkenny AC. Stephen has been making waves both locally and farther afield for his unique app... more

It's just over 5 weeks to go until race day and both Dearbhla and Paddy are smashing it! Huge long run workouts from both the athletes and highest weekly mileage for Dearbhla, EVER! Paddy talks us through his week and some new shoes from the Running ... more

Monster episode this week for episode 65! We recap a load of races and talk about all of the big stories including the Queen's 5k, Craic 10k and the Inter Counties Cross Country Nottingham + heaps more! In part 2 we preview the World Indoors happenin... more

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Recent Guests

Dearbhla Cox
Elite local runner representing Annadale Striders
Annadale Striders
Episode: Road to Belfast 2026 - Episode 1 - Meet the Marathoners!
Patrick McColl
RoadRunners athlete and medical student
RoadRunners AC
Episode: Road to Belfast 2026 - Episode 1 - Meet the Marathoners!
Louis Mallon
Senior 1500m Indoor Champion (2026)
Irish Athletics / University athlete
Episode: Ep. 64 - Irish Indoors - Lughaidh Mallon - Trafford and Castellon 10k - Tokyo Marathon - USATF HM Champs - Race Previews
Dieron Everard
Interviewee in Armagh 3K piece
Irish athletics community
Episode: Ep. 63 - Armagh International Road Races ft. Interviews + Local and International results
Nick Griggs
First place in Armour International 5K
Candor RC / Northern Ireland running scene
Episode: Ep. 63 - Armagh International Road Races ft. Interviews + Local and International results
Callum Morgan
Third place in Armour International 5K
Candor RC / Northern Ireland running scene
Episode: Ep. 63 - Armagh International Road Races ft. Interviews + Local and International results
Léa Adamson
NI & Ulster Senior XC Champion 2026, Annandale Striders member, emergency doctor
Annandale Striders
Episode: Ep. 62 - NI & Ulster Senior XC ft. Léa Adamson - Armagh 3k/5k preview
Jack O'Leary
Irish endurance runner, Mullingar AC, part of Athletics Ireland National Endurance Group
Mullingar AC / Athletics Ireland
Episode: Ep. 61 - Jack O'Leary
Conor Curran
Guest from North Belfast Harriers
North Belfast Harriers
Episode: Ep. 60 - 2026 Season Opener ft. Conor Curran and Connor McCann

Hosts

Daniel Squires
Host of The Back Straight Podcast, actively involved in discussing local and international running scenes.
Michael McKnight
Co-host with a focus on running culture, training discussions, and event coverage.

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Apple Podcasts
#68
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#34
Ireland/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#99
New Zealand/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#111
Singapore/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#234
Denmark/Sports/Running

Talking Points

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Ep. 63 - Armagh International Road Races ft. Interviews + Local and International results
Q: How did the Armagh Women's 3K unfold and who stood out?
Emily Haggard Kearney dominated the race by mid-rlap, taking control early and securing a decisive win, with several strong local runners following in support and showcasing depth.
Ep. 62 - NI & Ulster Senior XC ft. Léa Adamson - Armagh 3k/5k preview
Q: What was Léa's expectation going into her first Senior XC in Northern Ireland?
She had been recovering from a winter injury but approached the race with focus, sitting behind the lead early and executing her plan to manage pace, with the belief she could win given her form and experience.
Ep. 61 - Jack O'Leary
Q: Do you see yourself pursuing the marathon or staying focused on track/cross-country for now?
A marathon is on the radar for the longer term, with the next steps including a potential half as a bridge and careful planning to balance cross-country, track, and road/road racing goals while maintaining peak form for Birmingham.
Ep. 61 - Jack O'Leary
Q: What are the main goals for 2026?
The absolute focus is Birmingham, aiming to peak for the 10,000 meters and sharpen every race leading into it, with a broader plan to chase medals at major championships and keep progressing toward a possible marathon pathway.
Ep. 59 - European Cross Country ft. Nick Griggs, Callum Morgan and Mark Kirk
Q: Nick, what are your thoughts on finally winning this championship?
It was class, I think both individually and team-wise, I knew I had a good chance.

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This show centers on the running scene in Ireland, with conversations that span elite cross-country, road racing, marathons, NCAA collegiate athletics, and local Irish events. Episodes frequently feature interviews with Irish athletes, coaches, and professionals involved in sports science, nutrition, and event organization, alongside candid reflections on training, course strategy, and race conditions. A recurring thread is celebrating Irish endurance talent—from European championships and national titles to emerging stars—while also exploring gear, training methods, and event planning. A standout aspect is the mix of high-level athletic insights and local community storytelling, including behind-the-scenes looks at race organization and th... more

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1. Dearbhla Cox
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3. Louis Mallon
4. Dieron Everard
5. Nick Griggs
6. Callum Morgan
7. Léa Adamson
8. Jack O'Leary

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