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Young Hearts Run Free Podcast

Steven Watt
Ultra Running
Running
West Highland Way Race
Tokyo Marathon
Ultra Marathons
Lakeland 100
Ultra Marathon
Ultrarunning
West Highland Way
Trail Running
Highland Fling
Running Community
Ultramarathon
Winter Spine Race
Japanese Cuisine
Ultramarathons
Mental Health
Triple Crown
UTMB
Nutrition

The thoughts and chat of John Cassidy and Steven Watt (and a range of guests) as they give their take on the world of running, marathoning and ultra marathoning.

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Latest Episodes

What do you get when you combine the West Highland Way and the Great Glen Way, 170 miles of relentless Scottish trail, a coach with a winning pedigree, a couple of loyal crew members, and a runner who refuses to quit?

You get Brian Robertson, better... more

Season 16 is LIVE! 🎙️🏃‍♂️

​Everyone has an Everest, what's yours? For some, it’s a high-altitude ultra. For others, it’s a first parkrun, a Couch-to-5K, or just getting out the front door.

​Whatever your Everest is this year—we want to hear about... more

The Season 15 curtain comes down with special guest Steven Willetts, better known as one half of the Brig Boys Podcast. A three-time Lakeland 50 finisher, Steven joins us to talk training, mindset, race strategy, nutrition, coaching, and what keeps d... more

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In this episode we sit down with Roberta Fletcher, the 2026 West Highland Way Race women's winner. From running 10Ks with a buggy after having children to standing atop the podium at one of the world's most iconic ultra races, Roberta's story is one ... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Willetts
Runner who has conquered Lakeland 50 twice and is attempting it again
Brig Boys Podcast (guest on the episode)
Episode: Season 15 Finale: Time for Another Lakeland Adventure. Season 15 Eps 20
Roberta Fletcher
Ultrarunner and 2026 West Highland Way Race champion
Melbourne Harriers; Happy Little Trees crew
Episode: 3rd, 2nd, 1st: The Roberta Fletcher WHW Story - Season 15 Eps 19
Stevie McKenna
Double West Highland Way race finisher, ultrarunner
Self-funded athlete / West Highland Way racer
Episode: The Way in a Day with Stevie McKenna - Season 15 Eps 18
Melissa McLarnon
Ultras runner featured on West Highland Way 2026 story
Episode: Redemption on the West Highland Way with Melissa McLarnon - Season 15 Eps 17
Serena Broadway
Trail runner, endurance athlete
Black Trail Runners (member)
Episode: Summer Spine Challenger North with Serena Broadway, Season 15, Eps 16
Gregor Yates
Guest on the show, endurance runner who completed the Length of Scotland
Episode: Running the Length of Scotland with Gregor Yates - Season 15 Eps 14
Callum Clarke
Ultrarunner focusing on West Highland Way Race and Devil of the Highlands
Independent runner from Arran
Episode: The "Accidental" Ultra Runner with Callum Clarke - Season 15 Eps 13
Kayleigh Webster
Race director and coach featured on Beecraigs Backyard Ultra
Beecraigs Backyard Ultra / Run, Smile, Inspire
Episode: Beecraigs Backyard Ultra with Kayleigh Webster - Season 15 Eps 10
Karl Hodgson
Karl Hodgson of the Brigg Boys Podcast
Brigg Boys Podcast
Episode: Boston Marathon Truths with Karl Hodgson - Season 15 Eps 9

Hosts

John Cassidy
Host with extensive involvement across episodes; central to interviewing ultrarunners and sharing running culture.
Steven Watt
Co-host who engages guests with practical insights and light banter; a core voice across episodes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 232 ratings
  • Great stuff!

    I’m an American running the Race Across Scotland this year and since I can’t check out the trail before hand I was looking for some insight via podcasts. I really enjoyed the interview with Dave Moulding. These guys feel like a couple of friends you have known for years after the first five mins. Really great vibe.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Student1111111
    United States7 months ago
  • Personable and interesting

    Genuinely incredible podcast which is like a couple of lads having a chat down the pub about running with you which was an exactly what I was looking for.

    Lost a star for sounding like it’s been recorded on a potato, sound quality is atrocious.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Thatsasliceofham
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Inspiring Uplifting Running Blethers

    Always a pleasure to get your lugs round this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lovetrailrunning
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Love you guys

    I love listening to you guys especially when I’m on a run

    I have ran Lakeland 50 since 2016 and lots of GBultra races so I enjoyed listening to this weeks podcast with my friend Dan and the Lakeland episode

    Well done guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mrs Zach
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Roamin in the gloamin

    Well it’s like listening to 2 Billy Connollys talking about running and the table of snacks at races.

    It’s a cracking listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dinalli
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Hosts come across as down-to-earth and genuinely passionate about running.
Vibrant, relatable hosts with authentic banter and great guest mix.
Inspiring and entertaining, fans keep coming back for new episodes and guest variety.
Strong community vibe and practical racing wisdom, though some noise in audio quality.

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Season 15 Finale: Time for Another Lakeland Adventure. Season 15 Eps 20
Q: How are you feeling ahead of Lakeland 50, and what's your plan for Saturday?
Steve reports feeling confident but not overly pressured, mentions aiming for a personal best with a focus on fueling, checkpoint strategy, and pacing, while relying on Dan Connolly's guidance.
Season 15 Finale: Time for Another Lakeland Adventure. Season 15 Eps 20
Q: What was your marathon time and is sub-3 a realistic target for you in the future?
Steve shares a best marathon time around 3:07 in Manchester 2023 and expresses a dream of breaking 3 hours, though acknowledges the difficulty and variability of pacing and conditions.
Redemption on the West Highland Way with Melissa McLarnon - Season 15 Eps 17
Q: What is the key thing you learned this year that helped you get to Fort William?
Belief in herself and a shift in mindset were crucial; Melissa emphasizes talking to herself the way she would talk to a friend, embracing support networks, and using lessons from previous DNFs to come back stronger.
Redemption on the West Highland Way with Melissa McLarnon - Season 15 Eps 17
Q: What is it about the West Highland Way that keeps pulling you back, and what changed this year?
She describes the West Highland Way as a place of clarity and personal meaning, with the 2026 race bringing a calmer mindset, support from crew and friends, and a shift from anxiety to celebration, aided by visualization and a long-term coaching approach.
Redemption on the West Highland Way with Melissa McLarnon - Season 15 Eps 17
Q: What is the Melissa McLarnon backstory?
Melissa explains she wasn't a runner until around 2016 and gradually transitioned from local park runs to longer ultras, driven by a love of long weekend training, the Glasgow Half Marathon experience, and the supportive running communities she joined, including Wildheart Runners and Garscube Harriers.

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The show centers on endurance running, ultramarathons, and the practicalities of long-distance racing, blending race analysis, training wisdom, and candid stories from guests who live and breathe the sport. Hosts keep conversations grounded with humor and down-to-earth banter, covering race logistics, pacing, nutrition, gear, and mindset across a UK/Ultrasphere lens. Noteworthy is the steady stream of high-profile ultrarunners, race directors, and coaches who share behind-the-scenes insights into training, events, and community-building, making it valuable for listeners seeking both motivation and actionable tips. The format frequently blends personal journeys with race-specific discussions, creating a relatable vibe for aspiring guests and... more

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7. Callum Clarke
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