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The Sunday Plodcast

The Sunday Plodcast
Athletics
British Championships
Running
London Marathon
Distance Running
Olympic Games
Diamond League
British Athletics
European Championships
Keely Hodgkinson
Olympics
Jakob Ingebrigtsen
World Championships
Valencia 10K
George Mills
European Cross Country Championships
NCAA
Marathon Training
European Indoor Championships
Tokyo World Championships

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 action from the Valencia Half Marathon, before previewing the New York Marathon and discussing the latest news in the sport; including the UK Athletics funding list, and much more. Enjoy! This episo... more

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In this week's episode, Matt welcomed Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB) Executive Director, Florian Lamblin, to the podcast. Florian shared insights into the growth of trail running, the sport's organisational structure, sustainability efforts, and th... more

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In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through the recently published section policy for the 2027 World Championships in Beijing. Enjoy!

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In this week's episode, Matt welcomed On Running's Performance Footwear Lead, Olly Laws, to the podcast. The former GB international talked through his transition from athlete to the running shoe industry and On's rise up the ranks in recent years. E... more

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Recent Guests

Florian Lamblin
Executive director of UTMB with more than a decade of experience in the sports industry
UTMB
Episode: Florian Lamblin | UTMB Executive Director
Olly Laws
Senior League Commercial Strategist of Performance Footwear at On
On
Episode: Olly Laws | The Rise of On
Klaudia Kazimierska
World Ultimate 1500m Champion
Poland
Episode: Klaudia Kazimierska | World Ultimate 1500m Champion
Marc Roig
Director of the Kiprun 42 House in Kenya; head coach and elite-physio liaison for Valencia elite fields
Kiprun / Decathlon Catalan group
Episode: Marc Roig | KIPRUN '42 House'
Charlie Wheeler
GB distance runner discussed as guest
Great Britain & Northern Ireland Athletics (GB), Kit Run
Episode: Charlie Wheeler (inc. DL Final Round Up)
Tom Gayle
Broadcasting figure with a history in athletics endurance and football commentary
SportsShoes.com (hosted segment)
Episode: Radio Roundup @Euros: English Dominant | Werro Reinstated
Klara Lukan
European record holder over 10 kilometers on the road; Slovenian distance runner
Athletics ( Slovenia )
Episode: Klara Lukan | European 10K Record Holder
Tim Brennan
Co-chairman and Grand Prix director at the British Miler's Club (BMC)
British Miler's Club (BMC)
Episode: Radio Round Up: Project 222 | Where does the BMC go next?
Ryan Elston
Listener and participant in the discussion about BMC pacing and meeting dynamics
Unnamed Loughborough-based runner (as discussed on episode)
Episode: Radio Round Up: Project 222 | Where does the BMC go next?

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 269 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 Kingdoma year 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 Kingdom2 years ago
  • Will have a listen

    Love sports shoes, got asics nimbus for £99 🤩

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rapture🇬🇧
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Top drawer podcast

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LawlerBoy
    United Kingdom3 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 Kingdom5 years ago

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Consistently entertaining and knowledgeable about the sport.
Engaging, insightful hosts who pull great guests.
High-quality analysis with practical takeaways for runners.
Great guest list and informative discussions on coaching and strategy.
Balanced coverage of athletes, coaches, and events, with real enthusiasm.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#80
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#163
Italy/Sports/Running
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#224
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#39
South Korea/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#40
Ireland/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#59
Israel/Sports/Running

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Florian Lamblin | UTMB Executive Director
Q: What is the future of trail running?
Lamblin says the sport needs to develop with care: maintaining different formats and access, improving standards and safety, supporting diversity, protecting the environment and coordinating its calendar.
Florian Lamblin | UTMB Executive Director
Q: What's the difference between those three categories?
Lamblin describes regular events, majors and finals as levels in a qualification pyramid. Runners can earn stones at regular events, while majors offer more stones, more direct qualification places and additional support for elite competition.
Olly Laws | The Rise of On
Q: What advice does Olly offer to people trying to break into the running industry?
He emphasizes networking as essential due to the high volume of applicants; getting referrals and meeting industry insiders increases chances of landing roles, while screening processes remain rigorous.
Olly Laws | The Rise of On
Q: What role do group athlete programs play in On's strategy?
The company invested in groups like OAC Europe and Boulder because they provide better product feedback, create broader storytelling opportunities, and offer constant testing environments with full-time videography to bring the community closer to athletes and products.
Olly Laws | The Rise of On
Q: What was the early growth path like at On and how did the UK operation develop?
Olly describes an autonomous start where Casper gave him the budget and freedom to build a team, leading to a rapid but risky growth phase that required strong retailer relationships and grassroots sales efforts like in-store training and on-venue events (on a vesties program).

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What is The Sunday Plodcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on elite distance running, blending race analysis, training insights, and behind-the-scenes perspectives from coaches, athletes, and event organizers. Episodes weave tactical breakdowns of major championships with hands-on discussions about training philosophies, pacing, sponsorship, and the running calendar, offering practical takeaways for runners, coaches, and fans. A notable strength is its informal yet expert banter, which helps demystify how top athletes prepare for big meets while keeping a clear eye on industry dynamics shaping the sport.

Listeners can expect a UK-focused perspective on domestic and international distance events, with frequent guests from coaching, athletics organizations, and competitive crews. T... more

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Recent guests on The Sunday Plodcast include:

1. Florian Lamblin
2. Olly Laws
3. Klaudia Kazimierska
4. Marc Roig
5. Charlie Wheeler
6. Tom Gayle
7. Klara Lukan
8. Tim Brennan

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