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The Running Joke with Esther Manito & Zoe Lyons

Esther Manito
Running
Comedy
Marathons
Protein
London Marathon
Fitness
Health and Fitness
Running Shoes
Gait Analysis
Edinburgh
ATW Events
Brighton
Mental Health
Menopause
Sydney
Rosie Jones Foundation
Half Marathon
Evolution
Human Anatomy
Mental Resilience In Sports

Esther Manito & Zoe Lyons chat about all things running. It's a podcast for runners, joggers, plodders, walkers... Basically anyone that has a pair of trainers.

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Latest Episodes

Esther has decided that we are going to do an extraordinary amount of what I would call mad runs next year. I'm not sure I'm happy about it but I guess it's something to look forward to and then regret in equal measure. Plod on.

Hosted by Esther Man... more

This week we chat about Esme, live pod and bench pressing. And Zoe tells a story aout mummy falling down. Oh no.

Hosted by Esther Manito and Zoe Lyons.

Produced by Joel Porter at Dot Dot Dot Productions.

Enjoy, like and subscribe!

And tell a coup... more

This week hot on the agenda is the hot hot sun. God it's hot. Esther loves to belt out a tune while on a plod... Zoe not so much.

Hosted by Esther Manito and Zoe Lyons.

Produced by Joel Porter at Dot Dot Dot Productions.

Enjoy, like and subscribe!... more

This week we discuss, amongst other things, the joy of finishing last. Yeah the ego takes a bit of a battering but none of us are olympians so lets just get out there and enjoy ourselves!

Esther is doing a warm-up gig in Edinburgh so go see her at T... more

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Recent Guests

Rob Rouse
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Episode: S01 E27 - Rob Rouse & Tom Wrigglesworth do some Power-Lifting
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Helen Thorn
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Episode: S01 E23 - Helen Thorn & Her Unfinished Arguments
Esme LDN
Runner, fitness advocate, and founder of Nations 5K; inspirational speaker and athlete
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Episode: S01 E22 - You Can't Stop Esme Running! Go Go Go!
Paul Tonkinson
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Author of Running Through Sand, Aging Comedians, Ill Thought Out Adventure in the Sahara
Episode: S01 E20 - Going 'Full Sables' with Paul Tonkinson
Michael Smith
Guest, regular contributor known for Michael Smith's Busting Moments
Episode: S01 E19 - There's a Mooose!
Jen Brister
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Episode: S01 E17 - Jen Brister won't run!
Amelia Hamilton
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Episode: S01 E14 - Amelia Hamilton... and her bejazzled inhaler!

Hosts

Esther Manito
Host with collaborator Zoe Lyons; known for warm, comedic storytelling and engaging running-focused conversations.
Zoe Lyons
Co-host known for quick wit and chemistry with Esther Manito; contributes humor and running-related insights.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • Wonderful

    Funny and motivating but not in a motivating to run fast and far and be champion of the world way as much as a motivating to run at all way even if it's to do a spirited walk with spurious flounces that are supposed appear as a run despite looking outwardly like I've got a rock in my shoe and am unwilling to stop and take it out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mhdhdhdubehdbd
    United States6 days ago
  • ā¤ļø

    Love the podcast and not sure if it’s running or laughing so much that’s testing my menopausal pelvic floor muscles!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tina šŸ‡¦šŸ‡ŗ
    Australiaa month ago
  • Motivational

    Absolutely love this podcast. Great to put on before a run. Gets you into upbeat mood if you needed a boost, I can’t listen to it while I’m trying to run as I crack up laughing too much and lose my rhythm. Thank you so much for such a wonderful podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    8e11s
    Australia2 months ago
  • I don’t even run

    I listened to Zoe on No Such Thing as a Fish and had found this podcast. As a 55yr old, riddled with arthritis but who remembers fondly running cross country and 10k and who still secretly dreams of doing a marathon (just the one before my body finally gives up and becomes 50% titanium) this I adore this podcast, I’ve been listening daily to catch up and have belly laughed in every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RiaDSR
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • So relatable

    I heard Zoe on No such thing as a fish on the Friday morning, I subscribed that morning and alternated listens between other pods, I caught up by Sunday. They are so relatable. I also would make a hole in my trainers if it wasn’t for the big toe condom. So Esther, you know what you’ve got to do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr. Enriquez
    United Kingdom5 months ago

Listeners Say

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The show's guests are consistently engaging and the hosts' banter feels authentic and relatable.
Listeners praise the light, funny tone paired with practical running advice.
Episodes balance motivation, humor, and useful tips, making long runs feel shorter.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S01 E20 - Going 'Full Sables' with Paul Tonkinson
Q: What was the most challenging aspect of the Sahara trek for you?
The seventh day with a 51-mile stretch, the extreme heat, sand terrain, carrying all essentials, and the relentless pace required, all of which tested both physical and mental stamina.
S01 E20 - Going 'Full Sables' with Paul Tonkinson
Q: What inspired you to take on Marathon des Sables?
Paul explains he initially hesitated but was drawn by the adventure, camaraderie, and the unique challenge, which he later framed as a life-changing learning experience about pace, resilience, and the value of stepping outside comfort zones.
S01 E13 - What they don't tel you about Running NAKED!
Q: Do you wear shoes for the Naked Run?
Lee and the hosts discuss footwear, with a practical note that it's a trail run and some choose to wear shoes while others might go barefoot, depending on comfort and terrain.
S01 E13 - What they don't tel you about Running NAKED!
Q: Where was the Naked Run?
Lee explains it takes place at The Nature's Foundation, a private, secure site, not in a public city setting, and notes there's typically a controlled environment away from spectators.
S01 E13 - What they don't tel you about Running NAKED!
Q: So what have you got coming up, Lee? What races are on your horizon?
Lee talks about the London Marathon and Milton Keynes as upcoming races, along with fundraising for the National Autistic Society, highlighting plans and preparation.

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A lighthearted, runner-focused chat show that blends humor with practical guidance for people who move on foot. Episodes mix inspirational running stories, training tips, gear chatter, and candid banter between two hosts who bring warmth, curiosity, and a love of community-running culture. Guests range from comedians and endurance athletes to charity runners, delivering a mix of motivation, real-world advice, and entertaining anecdotes. Noteworthy is the approachable tone, frequent guest variety, and the way the show balances light banter with useful running tips and event stories, making it appealing to both casual runners and dedicated enthusiasts.

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1. Rob Rouse
2. Tom Wrigglesworth
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4. Helen Thorn
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8. Jen Brister

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