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Obstacle Course Racing
Tough Mudder
World's Toughest Mudder
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#1 Podcast for Obstacle Course Racing in the UK

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Ian is Back with Megan the staning landlady 🏕 Tough Mudder Camping Chaos £60 volunteer camping fees, early shifts, and US‑style logistics headaches spark debate.

🗺 Scotland Course Maps Breakdown Spartan vs Tough Mudder: big rigs return, 30‑obstac... more

In this episode Wil, Becky and Finley are joined by Team UK Captain, Tamar Barclay and Vice-Captain, Andrew Durrance. They discuss the upcoming European Championships in Irun, Spain including 100m, 3km and 12km races, courses (wow - that elevation!) ... more

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In this inspiring episode, Alan sits down with Harry Taroni, owner of Greendale Performance Gym, to explore his remarkable transformation from late‑starter in fitness to Ironman competitor and event organiser. Harry opens up about his journey from be... more

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This week on the Swift Half features guest Landlady Meg Tranter and guest regular Graham Wells joining Ian given that Alan is on his wedding holiday.

The big news this week was the start of the Spartan Race season at Henley. How did our guests exp... more

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Recent Guests

Gavin Hogarth
Founder/organizer at Fit Body Farm, obstacle course race contributor
Fit Body Farm
Episode: Whos Hot - Episode 98 Tartan Warrior 2026 review
Finley Greenleaf
Elite obstacle racer, new season entrant
UK OCR / Titan Warrior circuit
Episode: 🔥 Who's Hot – Episode 97: The 2026 Season Preview 🔥
Wendy Brothers
Active volunteer and participant in obstacle course races, with extensive experience in the OCR community.
Episode: Patreon Chat - Episode 1 -The 2026 season, Volunteering and racing abroad
Matt Brookes
Race Director for World's Toughest Mudder and oversees Tough Mudder events globally.
Tough Mudder
Episode: TMHQ's Matt Brooke & Karen Trickey on WTM, Spartan, Big Changes & Bigger Ambitions
Karen Trickey
Works across product for Tough Mudder and Spartan Race globally.
Tough Mudder
Episode: TMHQ's Matt Brooke & Karen Trickey on WTM, Spartan, Big Changes & Bigger Ambitions
Nikki Firefly
A Spartan race enthusiast and longtime Patreon supporter
Episode: Spartan season guide 2026
Karen McQuarrie
Elite racer and several OCR title winner
Episode: 🔥 Who's Hot – Episode 96: The 2025 Season Review 🔥
Dawn Jolleys
Episode: Never Stumped- Adaptive Podiums at World's Toughest Mudder: Why Not Yet?
Tom Petryshen
CEO of the Canadian National Federation for Obstacle Course Racing.
OCR Canada
Episode: 🎙️ From Wrestling Mats to OCR Maps: Tom Petryshen on Canada's Obstacle Future

Hosts

Alan
Primary host, long-running figure in OCR media with deep involvement in UK OCR communities and events.
Ian
Co-host known for interviewing guests, sharing race news, and providing community-focused commentary.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Fail

    No such thing as trans (referencing your episode on shoes from November 2024).

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TheIceManCooketh
    United States2 years ago
  • Unscripted joy

    Running only on “show notes”, the team at UKOCR have managed to produce a truly professional series of podcast episodes which covers pretty much everything you’d want to know about the UK OCR and Adventure Running scene. Where it’s a one to one in depth interview, in depth analysis of up and coming competitive races, or just the casual “pub” banter of the Swift Half, you won’t be disappointed!

    Other, more polished podcasts, could learn from Alan, Ian, Wil, and the team about keeping it relaxed,... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Goatmez
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great OCR news and guests from around the UK

    The UK.OCR podcast has quickly become the go-to place to get your ‘one hour’ download on all things OCR in the UK. Really enjoy listening to it on my runs and in the car. Great to see Alan & Ian promoting the sport and they’ve had some great guests on too.

    Keep up the great work 👏👏👏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JB17+
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Probably the best (UK based) OCR podcast on the planet

    Want the UK low down on what’s happening in Obstacle Course Racing? Then subscribe to this podcast. There’s two distinct episode formats: The Monday interview, which features a special guest every week, and the Friday edition of The Swift Half. Don’t expect a perfectly polished podcast, this is an entirely organic, well presented, and relaxed chat covering, amongst other things: OCR news, information on upcoming events, gear, and race reviews. Alan and Ian make the show as accessible as possibl... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fiona200
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Quickly becoming one of my favorites

    As an American, it’s great to discover international races and athletes through UKOCR. Alan brings a unique take to the ORM media universe, and even though I have no clue on their local geography, still interesting to learn about the going ons of races in the UK.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    spartan_sofia
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners praise the approachable format and practical insights for athletes and event organizers.
Fans appreciate the accessibility and breadth of UK OCR coverage, from governance to race strategy.
Positive notes about the mix of news, gear updates, and personal banter that keeps episodes engaging.
Some episodes receive criticism for occasional long tangents but still consider the content valuable for industry understanding.

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Pint Size OCR - Episode 13
Q: What are your goals for this season?
To push myself to the limit and try to be the best I can be.
Pint Size OCR - Episode 13
Q: What advice would you give to the youths of today?
Practice for the weight going up to adults and have a dual goal that you're proud of.
Whos Hot - Episode 80 Tartan Warrior 2025 Recap
Q: How was it for you? It's like a bit of a reunion surely?
It is. It's like that old saying from the Indian out of Wainsworld, isn't it? If you book them, they will come.
Whos Hot Episode 83 - Born Survivor Recap
Q: How was it racing with Tom and Dan?
It was competitive, and I knew I just had to stay with them and capitalize on any mistakes.
Whos Hot Episode 83 - Born Survivor Recap
Q: Morgan, welcome to the show. Thank you for joining us today. We're here, we're talking about Born Survivor, which was last weekend.
The course overall was flat and simple, but it had technical obstacles that tested the racers.

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Frequently Asked Questions About UKOCR

What is UKOCR about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program covers obstacle course racing in the UK with a casual, conversation-led style that blends event news, race results, governance updates, and gear chatter. Episodes frequently feature guest experts, race directors, and seasoned competitors, offering practical insights on course design, season planning, and organizational changes in OCR. The show stands out for its informal, pub-chat vibe, strong community focus, and frequent pivot to practical takeaways for athletes, volunteers, and sponsors alike.

Listeners can expect a steady mix of governance updates, calendar highlights, event logistics, and behind-the-scenes perspectives from race organizers and industry voices, all delivered with humor and a practical, down-to-earth tone. ... more

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Recent guests on UKOCR include:

1. Gavin Hogarth
2. Finley Greenleaf
3. Wendy Brothers
4. Matt Brookes
5. Karen Trickey
6. Nikki Firefly
7. Karen McQuarrie
8. Dawn Jolleys

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