
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 | Weekly | Episodes | 91 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | RunningSports | |||

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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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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Recent guests on The Back Straight Podcast include:
1. Dearbhla Cox
2. Patrick McColl
3. Louis Mallon
4. Dieron Everard
5. Nick Griggs
6. Callum Morgan
7. Léa Adamson
8. Jack O'Leary
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