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The Sunday Plodcast

The Sunday Plodcast
Cross Country Championships
London Marathon
British Athletics
Marathon Training
Road Racing
Olympic Marathon
Endurance Training
Emile Cairess
Athlete Development
Renato Canova
Athletics
European Championships
Distance Running
World Cross Championships
Mohamed Mohammed
Mental Strength In Sports
NIL Deals
NCAA
Steve Cram
Roger Bannister

The Sunday Plodcast, presented by SportsShoes.com, is the running podcast dedicated to getting you through that Sunday Plod. Whether you’re listening pre, during, or post run; it doesn’t really matter though. We aim to raise the profile of elite distance running by providing our listeners with insights into the lives and training of top athletes and coaches, along with discussions around current n... more

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In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the distance action from the final two days in Tokyo, as well as talking through the World Champs as a whole. Enjoy!

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In this latest Tokyo bonus episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the distance action on day 6; including the men's 800m semi-finals, and the women's 800m and 5000m heats. Enjoy!

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In our latest bonus episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the distance action from today in Tokyo; including the 1500m final that no one saw coming!

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In our latest bonus episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the distance action from Tokyo so far; including Cole Hocker's shock exit, Geordie Beamish's huge win, and much more. Enjoy!

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Recent Guests

Hugh Brasher
Race Director and CEO of the London Marathon
London Marathon Events
Episode: S5 Ep34: EP 234: Hugh Brasher
Zak Seddon
Tokyo Olympian and fifth fastest Brit in steeplechase history.
Episode: S5 Ep33: EP 233: Zak Seddon
Harry Wakefield
Emerging middle-distance runner and former cyclist.
Episode: S5 Ep32: EP 232: Harry Wakefield
Sarah Calvert
Unexpected winner of the Women's 1500-meter
Episode: S5 Ep30: EP 230: British Champs Review
Frederik Ruppert
Elite German steeplechaser
German National Athletics Team
Episode: S5 Ep27: EP 227: Frederik Ruppert
Jess Bailey
Top athlete and junior distance runner
Birmingham University
Episode: S5 Ep26: EP 226: Jess Bailey
Darren Gauson
Head coach of the New Mexico Lobos and one of the few British coaches in the NCAA.
University of New Mexico
Episode: S5 Ep25: EP 225: Darren Gauson
Megan Keith
British middle-distance runner and the British race winner of the 10K.
British Athletics
Episode: S5 Ep23: EP 223: British 10,000m Champs REVIEW
Alistair Cragg
Head coach at Puma Elite and former professional runner
Puma Elite
Episode: S5 Ep20: EP 220: Alistair Cragg

Hosts

Oli Lum
Co-host and presenter, known for his knowledge and expertise in running, bringing first-hand insights into the sport and athlete experiences.
Matt Seddon
Co-host and presenter, leveraging his experience to engage listeners with dynamic discussions around elite running and athlete stories.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 230 ratings
  • Only listened to one episode

    Listened to the BiCarrb episode. It was basically an advertisement for a business. No balance. Having tried the product some of the claims that the business owners make were rather alarming.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Kenny Osborne
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Best running pod in the game

    Fun, informative and easy to listen to pod that makes your Sunday long runs go by much quicker!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ljc12345678421
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Will have a listen

    Love sports shoes, got asics nimbus for £99 🤩

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rapture🇬🇧
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Top drawer podcast

    Absolutely superb. Well presented by very knowledgable presenters. Great for the sport.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LawlerBoy
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Best Athletics podcast

    Brilliant episodes that have a variety of different stories wether it’s an athlete, coach or someone else involved in running! Very insightful always a great listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D Riddz
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Positive feedback emphasizes the variety of guests and the unique insights they bring from their athletic experiences.
Some listeners mention that the content sometimes feels promotional rather than balanced, indicating a desire for more diverse perspectives.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and informative discussions that enhance their understanding of running and athletes.
Many comments highlight the chemistry between the hosts, noting their passionate and knowledgeable approach to topics.

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#186
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#15
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#114
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#144
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#197
Germany/Sports/Running
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#246
France/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S5 Ep32: EP 232: Harry Wakefield
Q: Does cycling give you the best results when incorporated into your running program?
Cycling is great for cross-training; it can help maintain fitness and boost aerobic capacity without the same muscular fatigue as running.
S5 Ep32: EP 232: Harry Wakefield
Q: How do you fit all this training in around your day job as a lawyer?
It's quite challenging; I had to make some adjustments to balance my profession and athletic training, especially after a health scare.
S5 Ep32: EP 232: Harry Wakefield
Q: What was it about the track that was so kind of appealing to you?
I just like going fast; I like the pain in a way, or just managing the pain, and I like that rush that you get from the rawness of it.
S5 Ep34: EP 234: Hugh Brasher
Q: Will we see the women's elite field start with the masses in the future?
There has never been any pressure to change this and we believe it's important to profile women separately.
S5 Ep34: EP 234: Hugh Brasher
Q: What do you put the growth of the marathon down to?
The emotions and experiences runners feel on the day make it one of the greatest days of their lives, contributing to the marathon's growth.

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Content centers around elite distance running, featuring in-depth discussions on major athletics events, training insights from athletes and coaches, and analysis of current trends in the sport. The hosts bring personal anecdotes and a conversational tone, making it relatable and engaging while informing listeners about athlete performances, race strategies, and the significance of various competitions. Unique guests, including race directors and Olympians, enhance the perspective on competitive running and the athletic community, making it a suitable choice for both seasoned runners and newcomers interested in the sport.

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The Sunday Plodcast launched 5 years ago and published 325 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Sunday Plodcast include:

1. Hugh Brasher
2. Zak Seddon
3. Harry Wakefield
4. Sarah Calvert
5. Frederik Ruppert
6. Jess Bailey
7. Darren Gauson
8. Megan Keith

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