
What The Fartlek Podcast (What The Fartlek Podcast)
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13 May 2024 | Series 14 Episode 9: Sam Hitchmough | 01:12:28 | |
It's Monday and you know what that means This week, the first lady of Fartlek sits down with Rob for an in-depth (and trust us - it is in-depth) chat We talk to the excellent Sam Hitchmough, from her sporty youth, to trauma and depression, to finding running, to coping with grief. The gloves are off and we are going in deep. Please be aware of the sensitive topics we will discuss in this episode. If you are struggling there are lots of places you can turn to for help. You can visit your GP or reach out to a number of charities who can help with Mental Health or coping with Grief. Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
04 Mar 2021 | Series 2 Episode 10: Noel Kirkpatrick | 01:15:06 | |
Welcome back to the What The Fartlek Podcast for another episode, we talk harassment towards women whilst their out running and our views on it, we then head off for a chat with Noel Kirkpatrick from Mourne Way Apparel (@mournewayapparel on Instagram) who talks to us about his running business and how it works plus his upcoming challenges for 2021. More information on Mourne Way Apparel: The lads are joined again by Lou and Mr Statman Jon, to talk about the Make Matt Run Challenge: Most Miles Wins amongst other news! We also share another best race story from our lovely listener Muriel, remember to share yours with the hashtag #WTFMyBestRace. Finishing off with the usual good news story. We have partnered with Mourne Way Apparel this week to bring you an exclusive discount on their amazing clothing range. Use the code WTF20 at checkout for an amazing 20% off. Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Berlin Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page. Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels:
Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
12 Aug 2021 | Series 4 Episode 7 - Matt Wood | 01:26:56 | |
Series 4 rolls on as we chat to Matt Wood, go founder of RunThrough race events
We learn about his running journey and also the ins and outs of starting and managing one of the biggest run companies in the UK
We also have Summer showdown results and the lads talk about their week
Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Chester Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page.
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Music by: Graham Lindley
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23 Jun 2022 | Series 7 Episode 8: Chris Ward | 01:50:46 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means Back once again for the renegade master, its time for some Fartleky Fun and another bumper episode of our usual nonsense to keep you company on those long runs The main event this week see Rob sit down with the awesome Chris Ward, trail runner, founder of Medal Munchers and all round good egg. We talk about the many hats he wears and how his running journey came about Plus it's and international theme this week as Ben and Emma tell us about their weekend parkrun excursions in Paris and SMJ risk a criminal record in the name of love in our Parkrun League update. Plus Matt and Rob talk about their 'interesting' 14 miler on Saturday As Chris was good enough to tell us his story we have joined forces with him and Medal Munchers for this week's episode. Get 10% your order with the code WTF10 by checking out their website Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
23 Nov 2023 | Series 12 Episode 8: Richard Casement | 01:33:58 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... Richard Casement, the man behind Clean Break Brewing, joins Rob to chat about his running journey and how going alcohol free has had a positive impact on his life. The lads talk about their weeks in running as well as their own plans to give the AF lifestyle a try in the run up to Manchester marathon 2024. Bemma are back to talk about their most recent Parkrun exploits - it real is a NENDY! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
30 Sep 2021 | Series 5 Episode 1 - Where The F**k is Jon Flynn | 01:23:32 | |
Guess who's back Back again! Series 5 is here and we answer the question on everyone's lips...WHERE IS JON FLYNN Rob catches up with our first ever guest to talk about his hiatus from social media, what he's been up to and which wheelie bin goes out this week! Thats not all though, the lads are on the final straight of their run towards Chester Marathon, we also talk about some things from the 90's we miss and there's a brand new segment featuring Statman Jon and Editor Jack and a call out to our Fartlek Family to get involved! Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels:
Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
22 Apr 2024 | Series 14 Episode 4: Paul Breen | 00:47:28 | |
It’s Monday and you what that means... With spring marathons in the bag, we are turning our attention to the trails and talking to the excellent Paul Breen. Paul talks about his own running journey and how it quite literally saved his life but also how he turned his own passion into Gert Lush events, a race company with a difference. We talk backyard ultras and the UK Berkeley marathons, inspired by and endorsed by the OG in the states and its iconic leader, Laz. The lads also look forward to next year and their own ultra adventure as Rob takes on his first stab at Pendle Way in a Day Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
17 Sep 2020 | Episode 0 | 00:11:42 | |
Welcome to the What The Fartlek Podcast, a podcast for runners by runners. We're here to tell inspirational stories from inspirational people, get you up to date with the latest running news and have a good old chat and laugh. Be sure to subscribe, rate and checkout our social media channels: Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast. Facebook: What the Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com | |||
24 Nov 2022 | Series 8 Episode 12: Rhys Jenkins | 01:36:42 | |
Its Thursday and you know what that means The road to 100 pulls into another station and its one for you ultra/endurance fans In this weeks main event Rob chats to the excellent Rhys Jenkins about his incredible achievements and adventures as well as his huge plans for the future. Plus its a chaotic parkrun catch up as the lads and Emma go a little bit rogue with Dad jokes, bad accents and judging strangers photography skills galore! The boys are fund raising this year for the amazing Make-A-Wish UK foundation - if you enjoyed this weeks show then 'buy us a pint' by donating directly to our directly to our JUST GIVING page - thank you so much for all your support so far Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
20 Feb 2025 | Series 17 Episode 2: The Next Goal | 01:07:23 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... Series 17 of the What The Fartlek podcast rolls on and it's another action packed episode full of our usual nonsense and a little bit of running. We round up how our weeks have been, as we all look to rebuild towards the next goal. Plus Jack is back with a world record to talk about in Elite corner. Then it's time for the latest Parkrun chat with Ben and Emma as they visit Chatterton Hall - and Matt is tasked with another project There is also a parkrun cup update and we talk about what 2025 has in store for the podcast and the community Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
24 Mar 2022 | Series 6 Episode 12: Dan Cogswell | 01:38:58 | |
3 Episodes to go in S6 but we aren't done yet - an action packed show to keep you all entertained on those long runs The main event sees Rob chat to Dan Cogswell - awesome running, train driving, banana costume wearing legend that he is talking all about his running journey But there's an elephant in the room (but no hobbit) as Matt is absent and ably replaced by the wonderful Lou who joins Rob for all the usual nonsense, alongside our chat with Bemma about Parkrun and more SMJ&J hi-jinx Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
17 Mar 2022 | Series 6 Episode 11: Leyla Cooper (Pretty Athletic) | 01:49:12 | |
The Chuckle Brothers are back with a tucked show hot off the success of our International Women's Day Takeover In the main event Rob sits down with Leyla Cooper, founder of the awesome PRETTY ATHLETIC - we talk about starting a business, navigating Covid, creating a brand as well as Leyla's own running journey Plus Ben joins us for Parkrun segment of Biblical proportions and SMJ&J are back being as weird as always The lads also chat about London Marathon ballot - a topic causing even more controversy than normal this year Head over to our IG to enter our latest competition and remember to head over to Pretty Athletics website and use code WTF for a massive 20% off at checkout Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
02 May 2024 | Series 14 Episode 7: Spring Marathons? - Completed it mate! | 01:03:45 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means... The awesome foursome are back to talk about the next step post Spring marathons and touch on the huge spike of ballot applications to London 2025 Then Ben and Emma jump on to tell us all about their parkrun adventures and Bens exploits at Newport marathon this weekend and we have a roll call and a very special announcement about our upcoming weekender event and our 2024 Charity of the Year partner Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
10 Apr 2025 | Series 17 Episode 9: The final two | 00:59:10 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... The penultimate episode of series 17 is here and its crammed full of fartleky fun. We take a look back at Drayton Manor 5k & 10k where we joined some of our amazing community to pace for our pals at RunThrough. Ben tells us all about Goole Parkrun and we announce the finalists for this years Parkrun cup as the semi finals draw to a close Plus Jack has an elite corner to tell us about and we have huge announcements about our series finale and our plans for a summer community challenge Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
15 Feb 2024 | Series 13 Episode 13: The last 16 | 00:58:28 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... The gang chat about their latest week of spring marathon training as well as the sad passing of Kelvin Kiptum. Ben is flying solo again as he discussed this week's Parkrun and a exciting climax to the first round of the Parkrun cup as our final 16 participants are revealed. Finally, a bumper Rollcall rounds out another chaotic community episode! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
25 Jan 2024 | Series 13 Episode 7: How do you fuel your race? | 00:54:54 | |
Its Thursday and you know what that means... It's time for this week's community episode. Matt is back to bring some much needed professionalism to proceedings (spoiler, it didn't work!). The gang update on week 3 of spring marathon training and talk a little bit about race fuelling. Parkrun cup is starting to heat up with more PBs from our amazing runners while Emma is back to join Ben to summarise their latest Parkrun exploits. Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
19 Oct 2023 | Series 12 Episode 3: Sarah Doherty | 01:38:10 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... Rob chats to roadrunner turned trailrunner - Sarah Doherty. Sarah talks about how injury transformed her view on running and how hitting the trails is the way forward. The lads talk all things Yorkshire Marathon which is has as many peaks and troughs as the course itself! Bemma talk about another cross border adventure in this week's Parkrun segment and Blind Date is back for another (very hectic and ultimately disappointing) episode Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
22 Dec 2022 | Series 8 Episode 16: The 100th | 02:08:22 | |
It’s Thursday and you know what that means The road to 100 draws to a long awaited conclusion as we celebrate a century not out with our series 8 finale Strap in - it’s a long one! Matt marks the occasion by stepping into the interviewer chair and chatting to old thumb head himself. The lads talk about running, mental health, the podcast and more Plus it’s an engagement party for the ages (in that it lasts about an hour) as Bemma and (for some reason) Jack join us to talk all about their amazing Parkrun proposal at Wilmslow this week Also the most talked about love affair since Ricky and Bianca comes to it’s shocking conclusion. SMJ + Matts Mum = happily ever after? The boys are raising money this year for the amazing Make-A-Wish UK foundation - if you enjoyed this weeks show then 'buy us a pint' by donating directly to our directly to our JUST GIVING page - thank you so much for all your support so far Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
01 Feb 2024 | Series 13 Episode 9: A third of the way through | 00:58:42 | |
Its Thursday and you know what that means... Matt is a working so Lou, Rob and JP discuss week 4/5 of marathon training as well as an important topic in 'Time to Talk Day' - Find out more HERE. Bemma are here to talk about their latest Parkrun and round 4 of the Parkrun cup. Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
16 Nov 2023 | Series 12 Episode 7: Carla Moseley | 01:26:42 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... We are joined by the excellent Carla Moseley who sits down with Rob to give us a well rounded view of the whole running package. Carla talks about her own journey as well as the Moves Community. Matt is away again so JP joins Rob to talk about their weeks in running as well as a run down of the Alton Towers weekend Ben and Emma talk about a rather hilly Parkrun and SMJ joins us to ask 'would you rather' Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
03 Nov 2022 | Series 8 Episode 9: Nat Runs | 01:36:13 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means We are back, refreshed and raring to go as we make our final approach on the road to 100. 8 MASSIVE episodes left and we are starting strong. In our main event, Rob chats to the awesome Nat Runs - we find out all about her running exploits, from 5k to 100 mile ultra and her more recent social media celebrity status as her very cool 'run until you see' videos have amassed her quite the following on IG and TikTok That's not all though, the lads talk about their own journeys with social media/running, SMJ is down in the dumps and Ben and Emma were Fibonacci hunting again at Parkrun The National Running Show North is back in January and you can bag a free ticket using the code FARTLEK over at their website - it's only valid until 21st November so be quick and be a part of the UK's biggest and best running expo Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
09 May 2024 | Series 14 Episode 8: The Injury Table | 00:41:26 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means... The gang (minus Matt) are back for another action packed community episode. Catch up with how Rob, Lou and JP are getting on in a new segment, aptly dubbed 'The Injury Table'. Ben and Emma jump on to tell us all about South Manchester parkrun then its time for a roll call and plug for our upcoming weekender on 25th May in Sheffield. Plus an exciting announcement for Monday's upcoming guest episode - as Rob keeps it 'all in the family' and we chat to the first lady of Fartlek - fresh off the back of her 3rd Marathon in London, Sammy is joining for a brew and a natter Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
07 Jul 2022 | Series 7 Episode 10: Edd Roberts | 01:58:32 | |
Its Thursday and you know what that means We are back for another episode of Fartleky Fun and this week, our nonsense is headlined by Rob's sit down with the excellent Edd Roberts. We talk about his journey into running, his standout memories/achievements and his massive charity fundraising event coming this summer Plus the parkrun league is hotting up as it nears completion, Matt made a Faux Pas at Junior Parkrun, Bemma went to Marple and roll call is back to celebrate you awesome lot This week we joined forces with WE RUN BRIGHT. Use code WTF15 for 15% off at checkout - see what's on offer HERE Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
20 Jan 2022 | Series 6 Episode 3: Emma Joy | 01:49:10 | |
Wow - Series 6 is off to a flyer and we aren’t slowing down This week Rob sits down with the awesome Emma Joy to find out all about her running journey Theres also a Rasselbock feel to the show, hot on the heels of their inaugural event on Sunday - Matt talks to Eric, we have a monster roll call and we hear what you thought of the weekend plus parkrun cup fun with Bemma and SMJ&J have been being quiet this week…it’s a good one Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
01 Jul 2021 | Series 4 Episode 1: Jordan Foster | 01:30:54 | |
We're back, back again for another Series of The What The Fartlek Podcast. This week we talk all things marathon training and how you may have to adapt and make changes to your training/goals along the way. We also talk about the Summer Showdown with the three team captains and our games master Lou! We also have someone who pops back for a little chat this week, I wonder who that could be? Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Chester Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page. Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels:
Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
26 Feb 2024 | Series 13 Episode 16: Kerry Holland | 00:47:43 | |
It’s Monday and you what that means... Another awesome chat with another awesome runner. Rob is joined by Kerry Holland, nutritionist, coach and exceptionally fast runner. We talk about her journey into running and her recovery from injuries. Kerry also speaks openly and honestly about her battles over the years with a number of eating disorders in an open and honest chat that will hopefully help break down some of the taboo around a very important subject This week is Eating Disorder Awareness week and if you are affected by any of the topics discussed on this episode there are lots of charities out there who can help including the wonderful team at BEAT Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
04 Nov 2021 | Series 5 Episode 6: Rachel Rutherford | 01:18:24 | |
It is the midway point of S5 already and this week Rob is joined by the awesome Rachel Rutherford. We learn all about Rach's incredible running journey which took her to the Iron Man World Championships in 2019 Thats not all - Ben is back with a local feel to Parkrun tourism this week, plus Jack has another stab at SMJs inner circle Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
07 Apr 2022 | Series 6 Episode 14: Ruth Freckleton | 02:10:11 | |
Series 6 draws to a close and we are going out with a bang - a BUMPER episode to round out our biggest season yet
In the main event, Rob gets the night off and a certain Tiny Dancer takes the reigns as Matt sits down to chat with the amazing Ruth Freckleton, fresh off her massive run at Paris Marathon this weekend
Thats not all though, Paul joins the lads to dissect an amazing FARTLEK FAMILY weekend at Manchester Marathon as well as talk about how you can get involved in the gang moving forward. Plus Rob and Ben take to the road for the last time in the series for more Parkrun adventures and SMJ&J FOR THE LAST TIME EVER are here to answer your running questions
Series 7 launches 05/05/22 but keep up to date on all our socials in the meantime as we have some big competitions coming and some of our usual nonsense to keep you ticking over
PEACE OUT FROM THE WISH CHUCKLE BROTHERS xxx
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15 Jul 2021 | Series 4 Episode 3: Marathon Round Table | 01:26:29 | |
As many people are currently training for an autumn marathon (there's a lot of them!) this weeks episode is all around marathon chatter, training for one, racing for one and all the in between. All of this is with our lovely guests this week Roberto, Jenna and Austin three previous guests who have a lot to say about the marathon distance. We also chat about some new community segments plans and... wait for it.... WE HAVE A WILDY!! Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Chester Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page. Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels:
Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
17 Jun 2021 | Series 3 Episode 12: Ben Stittle | 01:31:28 | |
IT'S THE FINALE OF SERIES 3! We're ending on a great episode this week, the boys look back at the series as a whole and their best bits before being joined by one of the most known names in the running community...... Ben Stittle otherwise known as Sheffield Strider, you'll see him all over the UK as he loves to run with people and help them on their journeys. Ben Stittle (@sheffield_strider on Instagram) talks us through his journey, helping people in the running community and being an all round good guy! Challenge Matt continues with the outcome of the final challenge in the series... the LADIATORS event with Rowdy Robbie Pipe Cleaner and Macho Matt Randy Bugger battling it out over 5 rounds. Statman Jon gives us a ring to end his tour in the search for Harold, one last ditch attempt this week to find the poor little guy. Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Berlin Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page. Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels:
Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
22 Jul 2021 | Series 4 Episode 4: Nikki Love | 01:27:18 | |
With the Olympics looming we chat all things Olympics this week, ambitions, the long awaited opening ceremony and much much more. Our guest this week is the awesome Nikki Love - @nikkiloveruns over on Instagram, who chats to us all about her running journey and challenges she's had along the way! We also have another update from Statman Jon to see what the outcome is from the previous weeks challenge! Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Chester Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page. Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels:
Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
27 Jul 2023 | Series 11 Episode 3: Olivia Tsim | 01:28:01 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means! The S11 train rolls on and is headlined by our sit down with Welsh International Athlete Olivia Tsim. We talk all about her meteoric rise across multiple distances, but more importantly her passion for the joy of running. And of course it is week 2 results for the Summer Showdown. SMJ joins the captains to find out the movers and shakers in the league table and spin the wheel of misfortune! Parkrun chat is a little underwhelming this week but worth it for some time with our Cowell Club Cuties Ben & Emma plus the lads have a little reflect on their own personal goals for the remainder of 2023 The boys are raising money this year for the amazing Make-A-Wish UK foundation - if you enjoyed this weeks show then 'buy us a pint' by donating directly to our directly to our JUST GIVING page - thank you so much for all your support so far! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
02 Sep 2021 | Series 4 Episode 10: Henry Ainsley | 01:35:01 | |
This week the boys about adjusting your training plan, goals and runs to suit you. This week we have Henry Ainsley - @thebeardedrunneruk over on Instagram, the guy who about to run 32 marathons in 32 days . He'll be chatting to us all things running, his challenges in life and how he's become such a great guy from it.
We also have another update from Statman Jon to see what the outcome is from the previous weeks challenge!
Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Chester Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page.
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Music by: Graham Lindley
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18 Apr 2024 | Series 14 Episode 3: Cheer Squad ASSEMBLE | 01:12:56 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means... Thats right, Manchester marathon is in the bag and we go deep (thats what she said). Matt and JP dissect their races, whilst Lou looks ahead to London, Ben and Emma join to talk about the parkrun cup final and cheer squad fun on the Sunday and then its roll call time, and its the biggest one we've ever seen (thats what she said) - strap in and get ready for a Manny Marri extravaganza PS. Check out @therunningphotoguy on Instagram to see the photos we from the weekend's escapades in Manchester Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
11 Mar 2021 | Series 2 Episode 11: Ladies Week | 01:28:43 | |
This week on the What The Fartlek Podcast the boys have a week off with the ladies stepping in to tie in with International Women's Day. Sammy, Jo and Lou will carry on the conversation around harassment towards women whilst their out running. Then as a little surprise there's a new Wildy (we know how much you love them) before heading off for a round table chat with Ruth, Lou C and Rav three very inspirational women who we spoke to in Series 1 (@ruth_runs, @lou_c_getsfit and @ravbillian on Instagram) for a brilliant natter. The ladies are then joined again by Mr Statman Jon, to talk about the Make Matt Run Challenge: Most Miles Wins amongst other news! Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Berlin Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page. Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels:
Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
15 Apr 2021 | Series 3 Episode 3: Ana Chaplin | 01:02:05 | |
Back again for some more running chat, funny stories and a Statman Jon update. Our guest on the show this week is Ana Chaplin (@chasingchaplin on Instagram) Queen of the running community about her running journey and plans for 2021. We also chat to Nick (@dirtmonkey73 on Instagram) about Junior Parkrun as he volunteered at the first event back, finding out what he thought of it and what it could mean for the main parkrun return! Challenge Matt continues with the outcome from Little Matt Taylor and Big Matt Taylor's battle, a new challenger steps forward with another callout for our Matt. Statman Jon drops in again on his travels for some more antics, we have the usual good news story before closing off with some new exciting news for you to get even more from us! Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Berlin Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page. Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels:
Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
26 Jan 2023 | Series 9 Episode 2: We Are Fearless - The return of Laura Jones | 01:39:07 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means... The return of the lovely Laura Jones who shares more about We Are Fearless and her plans for the future. The lads talk about easy running and get a surprise from SMJ Parkrun chat with Ben and Emma is as solid as a compact gravel path as the guys discuss their recent purple sign related antics. The boys are raising money this year for the amazing Make-A-Wish UK foundation - if you enjoyed this weeks show then 'buy us a pint' by donating directly to our directly to our JUST GIVING page - thank you so much for all your support so far Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
10 Nov 2022 | Series 8 Episode 10: Ron Dawson | 01:47:06 | |
Its Thursday and you know what that means The band is back together for another stop on our road to 100 and this week we have a bumper one In the main event Rob sits down with Mr Ron Dawson. Dialling in all the way from across the Atlantic, Ron talks all about his running journey, his success in Triathlon, his focused and driven attitude to use movement and exercise to prolong his quality of life and his 'DO NOT QUIT' mantra That's not all for this week's action packed show - Bemma talk parkrun with a tiny guest along for the ride, the lads get excited about our upcoming community event at Alton Towers this weekend and announce our big fundraising plans to support Make A Wish Foundation over the coming months If you would like to take part in our World Cup Prediction game then email the podcast on whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com for full info ore donate directly to our Make A Wish fund on our JUST GIVING The National Running Show North is back in January and you can bag a free ticket using the code FARTLEK over at their website - it's only valid until 21st November so be quick and be a part of the UK's biggest and best running expo Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
01 Jun 2023 | Series 10 Episode 7: Craig from Runr | 01:58:29 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means... We are joined by Craig from the inspirational running brand Runr - Craig sits down with Rob to talk about his own running journey from marathon to ultra marathon as well as creating an online running brand and the amazing Miles for Mind and Food Bank Runs initiatives. The lads are joined by Ben to talk about pacing ahead of the first Fartlek Family Pacing event at the Runthrough Widnes Jubilee 10k this weekend - It's well worth a listen despite Matt's typical unprofessionalism (he is on holiday I suppose). Bemma are back to reflect on their weekend at the Parkrun Cup final at Poolsbrook Parkrun whilst SMJ receives a package from one of our Northern counterparts. While you are reading this - There is still time to sign up for the Summer Showdown Challenge HERE The boys are raising money this year for the amazing Make-A-Wish UK foundation - if you enjoyed this weeks show then 'buy us a pint' by donating directly to our directly to our JUST GIVING page - thank you so much for all your support so far! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
16 Dec 2021 | Series 5 Episode 12: The Bennett Family | 01:31:13 | |
The festive season is upon us and Series 5 is drawing to a close, but we are going out strong with a family themed Christmas episode! The main event sees us welcome back for the third timer to the show, the amazing Ruth Bennett, along with her awesome husband Adrian but also their 2 superstar children Lyra & Arthur. We find out all about being a running family, get some great advice from the kids and have a great time. Don't miss this one! That's not all, Rob and Matt wrap up S5, Ben is back for one more park run tale and SMJ and Jack come to a head finally over entering the Inner Circle! Plus a year long roll call to round out the series and 2021 Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
27 Feb 2025 | Series 17 Episode 3: Jess Blakemore | 02:07:05 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... A BUMPER edition of the What The Fartlek Podcast is back and it is headlined by a chat with family. Rob sits down with the incomparable Jess Blakemore to talk Couch 2 5k to Ultra, community and mental health as well as everything in between. Plus the Parkun cup group stage has come to a close - hear the final standings and who has progressed to the last 16. Also a cheeky easter egg at the end - that's right it's the round of 16 draw (and it went as well as you could imagine). Huge thank you to BrrHeato for their continued support We hear some facts about Mansfield, Jack’s Elite Corner is back and Matt is getting very nervous about his stag do this weekend. What more could you want Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
22 Jun 2023 | Series 10 Episode 10: Hayley Morgan | 02:08:06 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means... Fartlek Family OG, Hayley Morgan joins Rob for a chat about her journey in running, pride month and what it's like to be part of the Fartlek Family. We upgrade our co-host with the amazing Finlay joining Rob for the opening segment, Matt rescues SMJ in an absolute shambles of a segment and Ricky from Altra is back to talk a bit about the Torin 7 shoes. Bemma are back to talk all things Parkrun and the end of season roll call is a good one! Don't forget - IG live TONIGHT for the Summer Showdown draw! The boys are raising money this year for the amazing Make-A-Wish UK foundation - if you enjoyed this weeks show then 'buy us a pint' by donating directly to our directly to our JUST GIVING page - thank you so much for all your support so far! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
27 May 2024 | Series 14 Episode 13: Gem Strawford | 00:50:55 | |
It's Monday and you know what that means... We enter the twilight zone in the first episode of the podcast released after the 2024 WTF Weekender...that was recorded before the 2024 WTF weekender. It all gets very confusing Nothing confusing about our guest and main event though as Rob chats to the amazing Gem Strawford. We talk community, pacing, mental health and everything in between in a great chat with a top human Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
11 Feb 2021 | Series 2 Episode 7: Jenna Wilkinson | 01:22:31 | |
Welcome back to the What The Fartlek Podcast for a fun filled episode, we talk to Jenna Wilkinson (Jenna.is.running on Instagram) most of you will know her for being a super quick runner, Asics's Front Runner and soon to be a Wrexham Elite Marathon Runner!
More information on Jenna:
Asics Front Runner Page (Blogs, More Info and PBs
We have another surprise Wildy for you! Keep 'em coming if you have any and join the elusive club! The lads are joined again by Lou and Mr Statman Jon (yes Lou hasn't managed to kick him out yet), to talk about the Make Matt Run Challenge: Most Miles Wins amongst other news!
Jack also shares his best race, over the next week we will be sharing a few more so keep sharing on Instagram using the hashtag #WTFMyBestRace. Before we leave you we'll be rounding off with the usual good news story and announcing the second playlist in the Fartlek Files, this week is Lover's Night!
Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Berlin Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page.
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Music by: Graham Lindley
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08 Apr 2021 | Series 3 Episode 2: Simon Grace | 01:05:48 | |
We're back again for episode 2 of series 3! Our guest this week is Simon Grace (@runfatboyrun2017 on Instagram) all about his journey into running and what he hopes to achieve in the future. The boys then talk about the recent Women's Half Marathon World Record that fell and the possible World Record in the 5k by GB's Beth Potter. Challenge Matt continues with the outcome from Matt and JPs battle and a new challenger steps forward with a big call out for our Matt. Statman Jon drops in again on his travels for some more antics, we have the usual good news story before closing off with some new exciting news for you to get even more from us! Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Berlin Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page. Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels:
Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
18 Nov 2021 | Series 5 Episode 8: Eric Keeler | 01:37:56 | |
Series 5 rolls on and its a bumper episode this week Our main event is a catch up with Eric Keeler, the man behind Rasselbock Running. We talk about all things running including how his journey took him across America and starting a running events company right as a global pandemic hits. All this ahead of his first in person event in January which has just SOLD OUT There is a community feel to the show as the lads discuss an amazing weekend away with the Fartlek Family at Alton Towers, Jack gets one more shot at the inner circle and Ben is back from his ultra to tell us all about his Parkrun adventures. Plus a big roll call, lots of thank yous and a PERFECT poem from a new friend We partner with Medal Munchers on this show - use code wtf15 for 15% off Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
05 Dec 2024 | Series 16 Episode 11: Squirrelling away | 01:11:44 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... The penultimate episode of Series 16 is here and it’s packed full of the usual nonsense and, as always, descends into utter chaos We talk Pendle training, poorly parkruns, pre wedding elite corners, Percy Pud themed roll calls, pronunciation perils and pterodactyls Get it in your ears now Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
27 Apr 2023 | Series 10 Episode 2: Sara Ellen | 01:54:46 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means... Rob chats all things running, going deep on Masters running with the fantastic Sara Ellen. As you'd expect, London is calling us this week as we debrief on another amazing weekend with pals and an eventful London Marathon. The Parkrun cup is entering the quarter final stage and Bemma are back to talk about that as well as their latest Parkrun adventure. The boys are raising money this year for the amazing Make-A-Wish UK foundation - if you enjoyed this weeks show then 'buy us a pint' by donating directly to our directly to our JUST GIVING page - thank you so much for all your support so far! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
29 Jul 2021 | Series 4 Episode 5: James (runrutrun) | 01:31:36 | |
With parkrun returning and races also now underway, Rob and Matt did both all in one weekend! So the boys chat about their experiences and how good it is to be back into the swing of things and the added motivation they bring
Our guest this week is the awesome James - @runrutrun over on Instagram, who talks to us all about his non-parkrun, getting into running and chasing the 6 stars.
We also have another update from Statman Jon to see what the outcome is from the previous weeks challenge!
Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Chester Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page.
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Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com
Music by: Graham Lindley
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13 Jul 2023 | Series 11 Episode 1: Jack Penfold | 01:48:27 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means... WE ARE BACK! - We know, you've missed us haven't you - It's only been a minute but we are back with a new series that is as action packed as ever! Rob chats with not only a Fartlek Family OG but the actual owner of the podcast - Mr Jack Penfold. Jack talks about his running career, his mental health, he future aspirations and how he just loves all things running!. The lads debut a new segment that will leave you even more baffled as to how Matt's brain work and Bemma have 3 week's worth of Parkrun to review. The Summer Showdown is now LIVE and the 5 teams find out how they got on in the pre-challenge challenge and what is in store for the coming week. The boys are raising money this year for the amazing Make-A-Wish UK foundation - if you enjoyed this weeks show then 'buy us a pint' by donating directly to our directly to our JUST GIVING page - thank you so much for all your support so far! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
04 May 2023 | Series 10 Episode 3: Scott Jenkins | 01:42:11 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means... Rob sits down with the incredible Scott Jenkins who talks all things loooong distance and his upcoming (bonkers) plans as well as his outstanding charity work. The lads talk about what next after spring marathon season, SMJ is having hallucinations of his own (about how long he's been on his deserted island) as he awaits another FF care package and Bemma are back to give us the full Ponty about their recent Parkrun exploits and the semi-finals of the Parkrun cup. The boys are raising money this year for the amazing Make-A-Wish UK foundation - if you enjoyed this weeks show then 'buy us a pint' by donating directly to our directly to our JUST GIVING page - thank you so much for all your support so far! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
20 Oct 2022 | Series 8 Episode 8: Alice & Nathan (Cheshire Runners) | 01:29:25 | |
Its Thursday and you know what that means As we head into our mid series break on the road to 100 we finish strong with an action packed, International episode. In the main event Rob chats to Nathan & Alice AKA Cheshire Runners about their running journeys, love of Parkrun and upcoming adventures. Plus our own parkrun power couple Ben and Emma are back from Poland to tell us all about their exploits and Matt dials in from Portugal to talk about the lad's weekend in York. Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
19 Feb 2024 | Series 13 Episode 14: Harry Lancaster | 00:48:43 | |
It’s Monday and you what that means... Rob sits down with the awesome Harry Lancaster. Harry shares his running journey, some mind boggling times, his coaching adventures and his comeback from injury. Don't miss it, it's a good one! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
10 Mar 2022 | Series 6 Episode 10: International Women's Day | 01:33:23 | |
A familiar feel but with a twist as the women of WTF take over to celebrate International Women's day We have the regular features - Parkrun Cup, Roll Call and How's Your Week before Sammy, Emma and Lou sit down to talk about some key topics on their minds as female runners - from the danger of comparison, mental health, postpartum running and a somewhat worryingly significant amount of time dedicated to determining everyone's favourite snack Lets not forget SMJ&J are back - they might not be women, or international but the lads are answering your questions on all things running related whilst embarking on their own adventures It's not all fun and games though as Cat Roberts jumps on to share a very important message - follow Cat's story and hard work highlighting and fighting for women's rights in running and beyond here Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
03 Jan 2024 | Series 12 Episode 10: Marko Kasic | 01:52:36 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... For the final time this series, we are here to bring you a bumper episode with some of your favourites and a blast from the past! Rob sits down with Marko Kasic around how he recently found running as well as his charity ventures and his footballing roots. The lads talk about their week in running as well as the run up to the festive period. Ben and Emma are back to share their story about their latest Parkrun adventure and 'alright partner, you know what time it is'..... THE ROLL CALL returns! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
22 Apr 2021 | Series 3 Episode 4: Amritpal Ghatora | 01:23:37 | |
Episode 4 is here! This week we talk about the NN Mission Marathon, where Kipchoge was the main focus as he tries to put a statement down before the Tokyo Olympics later on this year. We also talk about the Abbott World Majors and the 6 stars which is an aim for many! This leads us onto our guest this week Amritpal (@Amritpalghatora on Instagram) a 6 star finisher himself tells us how he went from running one lap in the park to qualifying for Boston! More on Amrit: Challenge Matt continues with the outcome from Manisha's scavenger battle and the forfeit is drawn. We also have a new challenger stepping forward with another callout for our Matt. Statman Jon drops in again on his travels for some more antics, we have the usual good news story before closing off with some new exciting news for you to get even more from us! Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Berlin Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page. Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels:
Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
02 Jun 2022 | Series 7 Episode 5: George Power | 01:58:56 | |
It’s Thursday and you know what that means A brand new and very special episode is now available headlined by our chat with the awesome George Power. George and his mum Simone join Rob to chat all about his fundraising exploits for the Umbrella Project supporting Neurodivergent children You can donate to George’s amazing cause HERE Plus we have an extra special bonus chat with Parkrun Cup finalists Neil & Claire, the Parkrun league week 3 results are in, and SMJ helps out in a very special roll call This weeks episode we teamed up with VOOM NUTRITION - get 15% off in june using the code FARTLEK15 at checkout Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
13 Mar 2025 | Series 17 Episode 5: Dan Wilson | 01:43:49 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... Matt is back and recovered from his stag do disease to join Rob and JP for a catch up on all things running. Plus Jack's elite corner and Ben and Emma are reunited for a trip to Macclesfield Parkrun as well as a Parkrun cup round of 16 and quarter final draw update. Then it's onto the main event - Rob sits down with the absolutely delightful Dan Wilson. We talk all things ultras, community and mental health in a really honest conversation with a superstar of a human Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
15 Dec 2022 | Series 8 Episode 15: Jack Miller | 01:32:34 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means I got 99 problems but a stitch ain't one Our penultimate stop on the road to 100 is here and its a great one In the main event Rob sits down with the founder of Pockit apparel, Jack Miller. We talk about his budding career as a youth footballer, how injury forced him to change his trajectory, the process of starting his own running brand and some of the challenges that the business have faced recently Plus we have a very special new entry to the Wildy Nation, An international parkrun segment with Ben and Emma and SMJ has a product that Rob actually seems to want to buy...cause he's weird. The boys are raising money this year for the amazing Make-A-Wish UK foundation - if you enjoyed this weeks show then 'buy us a pint' by donating directly to our directly to our JUST GIVING page - thank you so much for all your support so far Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
07 Oct 2021 | Series 5 Episode 2: Vicky Ledbury | 01:15:17 | |
Series 5 rolls on and its a good one Rob chats to ASICS front runner and advocate of 'Back of the Pack' running, the amazing Vicky Ledbury. We talk about her running journey, her running ethos and the big plans she has for the future The lads ran (sic) Chester Marathon last weekend and set about recording their thoughts on the drive home - please do excuse the recording quality, life got in the way this week so we did the best with the tools we had. Hear all about how they got on with some extra special guests in their beautiful wives Thats not all though, our new favourite segment featuring Statman Jon and Editor Jack is back with a new guest co-host as a certain Ewok decided to take a last minute refereeing job and a HUGE marathon weekend roll call Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
11 Nov 2021 | Series 5 Episode 7: Martin Rutherford | 01:21:53 | |
As S5 rolls on, Rob sits down with Ultra runner Martin Rutherford talk about how his running journey has taken him up mountains and onto podiums
Ben substitutes his better half in as Emma tells us about her latest parkrun escapades
Plus another chance for Jack to enter the inner circle but Statman Jon is in the way
And finally we talk about our latest community challenge - as we attend Rasselbock Running event at Sherwood Pines on 16/01/22 in support of Run4yourmind
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20 Mar 2025 | Series 17 Episode 6: Sheffield Business Runners | 01:25:13 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... This week, our main event is a sit down with the Sheffield Business Runners as Rob is joined by Hannah, James and Sam to talk all about their community, its origin and their big plans for 2025. A great chat with some really inspiring people doing good things for their local area! Matt is on lates so Ben and Emma jump on with the gang from the start as we talk about pacing at RunThrough Drayton Manor 5k & 10k in April, Jack joins us for elite corner and we have a big update on the Parkrun cup quarter finals week one Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
29 Apr 2024 | Series 14 Episode 6: Callum Elson | 00:54:19 | |
It’s Monday and you what that means... Another awesome guest episode as Rob sits down with Callum Elson, international athlete and coach who just so happens to be in the midst of his first major injury setback. We talk about his journey into running, how he is coping with being on the shelf and 'The Distance Project' - a YouTube channel/brand that he is growing and diversifying whilst off the track Plus the lads talk about their own injury crisis' - and we may have a certain riddle for you scavengers Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
18 Dec 2020 | Bonus - Round Table | 00:36:47 | |
Series 1 may be over but we couldn’t stay away!
As part of the What The Fartlek 12 days of Christmas we have a bonus for you lovely lot - 7 Fartlekers chatting!
Rob, Mat and Jack are joined by our production team to talk about their favourite moments from the last 10 weeks and offer some insight into how this shambles comes together!
Merry Christmas to you all from the WTF team and be sure to download the first episode of Series 2 on New Years Eve.
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24 Oct 2024 | Series 16 Episode 5: Pigeon Legs | 01:00:32 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... Yorkshire marathon is top of the agenda this week as the gang look back at a great weekend in God’s own country Plus we look ahead to our last pacing event of the year, as we take over RunThrough Macclesfield Running Festival Jacks been on ANOTHER stag do but he survived to bring us a new ‘elite corner’ plus Bemma are at full strength to tell us all about Forest Rec parkrun And of course we wrapped things up with a Roll Call and a Good News Story Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
27 Jan 2022 | Series 6 Episode 4: Adam Watts | 01:23:57 | |
Its Thursday and you know what that means! More Fartleky fun with the Smart Price Chuckle Brothers In this weeks main event, Rob chats to Adam Watts, finding out about his amazing journey from Chemo to Ironman The lads also chat about their week and throw out a big roll call, Ben joins us for a park run Cup update and a look back on our lovely trip to York and SMJ&J incorporated are back with more EXPERT running advice Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
20 Feb 2023 | Bonus Episode - Make A Wish live fundraiser | 01:26:36 | |
It's not Thursday so we are not sure what this means A very special (although not particularly high quality) episode for you guys as we re-visit our first ever live podcast recording over from Saturday 18/02/23 Join us to look back on an action packed and chaotic evening raising money for Make A Wish UK. We chatted to Matthew Bradley, a former Wish recipient and current MAW fundraiser, we drew the numbers for our massive raffle and Matt finally found out his surprise as our friend Amy set about de-hairing his tiny little torso in a waxing extravaganza You can follow our guest Matthew Bradley on his fundraising adventures on Instagram HERE A huge thank you to Amy for giving up her time to help with the evening - check out her running journey HERE and Beauty Therapy business HERE Now please note that this recording was originally a visual experience - and quite a visual experience at that - it is available on Instagram and on YouTube if you want the full, technicolour view of Matt’s suffering but if you are out on a run, don’t have access to those platforms or simply can’t stomach the thought of Matt’s hairy chest then sit back, relax and enjoy the next 90 minutes of absolute anarchy at the WTF studios We have raised £4,232 so far for Make A Wish but still need to get over that £5,00 target - if you enjoyed this utter nonsense then you can support us by donating directly to our JUST GIVING page Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
22 Jan 2024 | Series 13 Episode 6: Damian Rys | 00:54:53 | |
Its Monday and you know what that means... Our running community spotlight continues to shine, and this week we shine it on the very awesome, Damian Rys Damian joins Rob for a really honest conversation about how transformational running has been his his life, helping him overcome discrimination and find comfort and happiness in himself on the way to posting some eye watering times Plus the lads talk about about the power of positivity, as the running world buzzes at the prospect of upcoming Spring marathons, plus find out why Matt’s pockets are always bulging at the end of races Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
08 Jul 2021 | Series 4 Episode 2: Nacho Rodríguez | 01:24:54 | |
And just like that Episode 2 is ready for you! This week we breakdown the success from our very first What The Fartlek Podcast Meetup where we played some footie, then watched some footie with beers.
Our guest this week is Nacho Rodríguez (@nacho_0 on Instagram) about how he found a love for ultra running and actually realised he's pretty good at it after winning a few races!
We then go into the Summer Showdown chatter with the three captains and Lou.... oh yeah and Statman Jon, he couldn't leave us alone.
Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Chester Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page.
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21 Jan 2021 | Series 2 Episode 4: Richard Hayes | 01:20:18 | |
Welcome back to the What The Fartlek Podcast for another action packed episode, we talk to Richard Hayes (RichHayesRunner on Instagram) a local lad to the boys who has faced adversity his entire life, joining Rob to talk about how he has channelled tough times to make a real difference to the world through running. More information on Richard: The lads are also joined by Lou and the enigma that is Statman Jon to talk about the Make Matt Run Challenge: Most Miles Wins, we are also chatting with Austin Shepard (ThisDadCanRun on Instagram) to announce the winner of his competition raising money for St Barnabas Hospice and we share some of our listeners stories from their week of trying to #BeMoreMatthew Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Berlin Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page. Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels:
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09 Nov 2023 | Series 12 Episode 6: Sian Longthorpe | 01:47:37 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... Sian Longthorpe sits down with Rob to talk about what running means to her as well, her impressive running journey and how running is for everyone Matt is back to (very poorly) reveal some plans for 2024 as well as a preview of the upcoming Alton Towers meet up. Ben and Emma talk Parkrun and help to support a new Parkrunner to get started.... I wonder who that could be?! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
09 Jun 2022 | Series 7 Episode 6: Rashi Runs | 01:51:18 | |
It’s Thursday and you know what that means Series 7 is officially half way done but we aren't taking our foot off the gas and we headline today's show with a chat with the awesome @Rashi_runs - we talk about her 12 in 12 challenge and the work she is doing raising money for Samaritans. You can contribute to this great cause by clicking THIS LINK Of course our usual nonsense is back including a mega Parkrun League update, which, being honest, descended into absolute anarchy. A few blue words might have crept out so we have popped a warning on. This week's episode is brought to you along with our pals at Mourne Way Apparel. You can get 10% off your order by using the code WTF10 at checkout. Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
08 Sep 2022 | Series 8 Episode 2: Charlie Watson | 01:19:52 | |
The road to 100 rolls on and we have a brand new episode for your audible pleasure The main event sees Rob sit down with the awesome Charlie Watson AKA therunnerbeans! We talk all things marathon, running experiences and plans and so much more. Also Bemma were amongst the hills for Parkrun round up and the lads talk about getting their running mojo back Of course lets not forget, Statman Jon has some more great offers for you as he reviews his product of the week Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
31 Oct 2024 | Series 16 Episode 6: Too Ghoul for School | 00:55:05 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... Time for a spooky Halloween special and we have an action packed one in store for you all 1 (ahaha) we talk about a brilliant weekend pacing in Macclesfield 2 (ahaha) Rob starts to panic about Pendle Way in a Day in February 3 (ahaha) Jack looks ahead to New York marathon in elite corner 4 (ahaha) Bemma join us to talk about their visit to the big smoke for parkrun and we finish with a roll call Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
16 Mar 2023 | Series 9 Episode 9: Rich from Altra | 01:49:13 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means... We are joined by the awesome Rich from Altra - He talks about his own running journey and his passion for all things Altra Running. After the rip roaring success of the International Women's Day episode, the last are left unsupervised and absolute carnage unfolds! The lads discuss their fortnight in running and SMJ joins the team to discuss the would you rather of all would you rather. A very sombre Ben talked us through a solo Parkrun and updates on the Parkrun cup. Finally the roll call has a very special guest (yes, Matt showed up for a change!). The boys are raising money this year for the amazing Make-A-Wish UK foundation - if you enjoyed this weeks show then 'buy us a pint' by donating directly to our directly to our JUST GIVING page - thank you so much for all your support so far! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
12 Nov 2020 | Episode 7: Lou C | 01:16:37 | |
Welcome back to the What The Fartlek Podcast. This week we discuss self doubt specifically with your body and how fake 'bot' accounts can be really negative on social media . We also have a great interview with Lou (@Lou_C_getsfit on Instagram) about how she got over having a broken hip (whilst out running) and how she's now turning her focus to ultra marathons. Clive rings in to give us our first real wildy story! We also have another Would You Rather, the lads chat about their DNFs in races and Make Matt Run with Nat causes a stir. Be sure to check out Medal Munchers to see their amazing and unique keepsakes. Why not have a look at Smith's Street Coffee ahead of our competition with them! Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What the Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley | |||
17 Nov 2022 | Series 8 Episode 11: Mike Seaman | 01:56:03 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means
Alton Towers is in the rear view but we are looking forward on the road to 100.
In our main event, Rob chats to Mike Seaman and accomplished runner in his own right who has racked up some amazing challenges and achievements, he also happens to be the CEO of Racoon events and the man behind the National Running Show. We hear all about his journey as well as venturing into the world of running events management
It's a bumper one this week as the lads reflect on a massive community weekend with the Fartlek Family, Bemma were in South Wales for Parkrun and Sammy joins us for a chaotic roll call=
If you would like to take part in our World Cup Prediction game then email the podcast on whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com for full info ore donate directly to our Make A Wish fund on our JUST GIVING
The National Running Show North is back in January and you can bag a free ticket using the code FARTLEK over at their website - it's only valid until 21st November so be quick and be a part of the UK's biggest and best running expo
Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round
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14 Jan 2021 | Series 2 Episode 3: Matthew Pullan | 01:04:17 | |
Welcome back to the What The Fartlek Podcast, in this episode we discuss the new lockdown and what that means for our running, we have the usual Would Your Rather instalment which causes a slightly off tangent funny discussion. We then chat to the inspirational Matthew Pullan on Instagram about his journey into running and ongoing battle with an unknown brain tumour, it's an incredible story. More information on Matthew: We also catch up with Lou the game master for Make Matt Run and her friend Statman Jon to find out which team is currently in the lead after the first full week. Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Berlin Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of funraising activites leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page. Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels:
Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
13 Jun 2024 | Series 14 Episode 17: The Hangover | 01:00:32 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means... Matt is working nights so Rob, Lou and JP steer the ship talking injury recovery, elevation gains, manky toes and how hungover everyone still is after JP's Stag Do Then Ben and Emma drop by to tell us all about their recent exploits at Burnage parkrun and we knock out a massive roll call Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
03 Jun 2021 | Series 3 Episode 10: Couch to 5k | 01:05:04 | |
It's Thursday which means there's another episode from us! This week is a special episode focusing on the Couch to 5k programme which so many people do each week to find their way into running! This week's guest, cough cough I mean guests are three amazing ladies who have done the Couch to 5k programme and come on to tell us all about their experience, and their next goals! Thank you to Katie, Vari and Emma (@katie_jayne_the_runner, @runningwithit35 and @emmavlmarriott on Instagram) for coming on, feel free to follow their journeys! Challenge Matt continues with the outcome from the elephant Strava Art challenge between Matt and Dean. We also have a new challenger stepping forward with another callout for our Matt. Statman Jon drops in again on his travels for some more antics, we have the usual good news story before closing off with some new exciting news for you to get even more from us! Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Berlin Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page. Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels:
Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
03 Jun 2024 | Series 14 Episode 15: Move.With.Lou | 00:56:11 | |
It's Monday and you know what that means... Move.with.Lou sits down with Rob to talk all things running and podcasting. The lads also take some time to reflect on the running podcast landscape in the UK and the importance of building each other up. Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
15 Jun 2023 | Series 10 Episode 9: Benjamin Davies | 01:52:59 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means... Benjamin Davies sits down with Rob to talk about how finding running helped him through adversity and his journey towards the 'Canal Slam' The lads talk about their week in running (including a return to Wildy Nation) while SMJ gets slightly perturbed by this week's care package. Bemma are back in Blighty to talk about their latest Parkrun adventure We are still closing in on our 2023 Summer Showdown, why not get involved? - There is still time to sign up for the Challenge HERE The boys are raising money this year for the amazing Make-A-Wish UK foundation - if you enjoyed this weeks show then 'buy us a pint' by donating directly to our directly to our JUST GIVING page - thank you so much for all your support so far! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
13 Jan 2022 | Series 6 Episode 2: Dominic Camponi | 01:14:43 | |
The wish version of the Chuckle Brothers are back (although Barry rocked up late) as Series 6 rolls on. Rob sits down with the awesome Dominic Camponi to talk about his running journey and incredible weight-loss achievements Bemma are back, not only talking park run cup and tourism adventures but also helping Rob host as Tiny Dancer was significantly delayed And of course nobodies favourite running coach duo, SMJ&J incorporated are back with more hints and tips to take your running to the next level (sic) Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
10 Oct 2024 | Series 16 Episode 3: Mental Health Matters | 01:08:57 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... Episode 3 is live and available for your listening ear hole pleasure and its a jam packed affair! Today marks World Mental Health Day 2024 and our very own McPaulie stops by to talk about his experience training to become a Mental Health First Aider with our old pal Oly Newton of Run4YourMind and LightsOn fame Plus, Jack is back for a Cardiff themed elite corner and we look forward to Cardiff 2025 in an un-elite corner. Ben stops by for a whistlestop review of Darlington parkrun and Paulie sticks around for Roll Call and Good News Story of the week. Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
25 Apr 2024 | Series 14 Episode 5: London Calling | 00:59:34 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means... ''Its all about Lou, it's all about Lou baby!'' With London Marathon in the bag, we take a look back at the weekends antics, especially how a certain co-host got on in her inaugural marathon Plus Ben is Emmaless as he tells us all about his latest parkrun adventures and we have a big smoke themed roll call before we descend into utter sleepy chaos Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
18 Jan 2024 | Series 13 Episode 5: When hunger strikes | 00:50:56 | |
Its Thursday and you know what that means... It's time for the community episode and boy, you guys got involved this week! Matt is away but Lou and JP update on their latest instalment of their Marathon diaries - they also have a catch up about eating (and what to eat) after your long run Ben is flying solo this week as he rounds up his latest Parkrun as well as week 2 of the Parkrun Cup. To round us off, it's a HUGE roll call with a particular focus on the shenanigans that happened at Sherwood Pines last weekend. Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
06 Jan 2022 | Series 6 Episode 1: John Pickup | 01:42:05 | |
Its a new year, its a new series and the boys are back with a bang for our biggest one yet Rob sits down with the awesome John Pickup to find out all about his amazing fundraising antics for Make-a-Wish and his journey to London Marathon in 2021 Plus so much more... Ben and Emma are back to tell us about their Parkrun antics over the festive period, Statman Jon and Jack launch their brand new business and we have a massive roll call reflecting on 2021 Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
27 Mar 2025 | Series 17 Episode 7: Mindful Miles | 00:58:15 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... No guest this week so its just you, the gang and some running themed fun! We catch up with Lou about her inaugural ‘Mens Mindful Mile’ this past week and encourage everyone to get involved today for the second iteration! Then we have a huge Parkrun chat, Ben and Emma have been on their adventures again and are here to tell us all about it plus the quarter finals of the Parkrun cup are in the bag, so its time to announce the winners and draw the semi finals…and trust us, you don’t want to miss it! Plus Jack and his elite corner are back for another round up from the elite end of the sport and we have a fair few laughs along the way Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
17 Apr 2025 | Series 17 Episode 10: Meg Stevens | 02:03:16 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means.... For the last time in Series 17 its time for some What The Fartlek goodness and we round out the series with a bumper Spring Marathon Special Ahead of running London marathon next weekend, we are joined by the excellent Meg Stevens. She talks about her experience at the big one in 2023, her fundraising exploits for her 2025 entry and all about her running journey as well in a sit down with Rob all the way from sunny Spain Also, Jacks elite corner looks to Boston and London for the elites, Bemma join us for not only Parkrun chat, but the final of the Parkrun cup 2025 results and a lowdown of the best Parkruns to visit if you are in London or Manchester for the marathons next week The gang also look back on their experiences and memories of the big UK spring marathons and we have a very important announcement about the future of the podcast Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
25 May 2023 | Series 10 Episode 6: Gemma Dooley | 01:38:10 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means... Rob sits down with the amazing Gemma Dooley to talk about her journey from 5k to Ultramarathon and the trials and tribulations of running whilst pregnant. Matt is back just in time for the lads to talk about the return of the MAKE MATT RUN Challenge - Sign up HERE if you want to get involved! Parkrun corner is quite a solumn place again this week as Ben talks about his ongoing injury woes which have him Parkwalking once more and looking at the breakfast menu in a different way. The boys are raising money this year for the amazing Make-A-Wish UK foundation - if you enjoyed this weeks show then 'buy us a pint' by donating directly to our directly to our JUST GIVING page - thank you so much for all your support so far! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
05 Aug 2021 | Series 4 Episode 6: Rachel Pilling | 01:38:55 | |
Carrying on from last week we chat a little bit more about the Olympics and specifically the Marathon event! With Editor Jack coming on again to breakdown those hoping for a medal. Our guest this week is the super Rachel Pilling - @spiceyontherun over on Instagram, who chats to us all about her running journey and going from a broken ankle to running an Ultra! We also have another update from Statman Jon to see what the outcome is from the previous weeks challenge! Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Chester Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page. Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels:
Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
08 Oct 2020 | Episode 2: Andy Bradley | 00:59:26 | |
Welcome back to the What The Fartlek Podcast. This week we discuss the London Marathon and dip into the Virtual London Marathon (Well done to all those who took part), have a chat about the news coming out of parkrun before shooting off to have a natter with the ever inspirational Andy Bradley (@run_bradders_run on Instagram) about how he got into running and his recovery from a brain haemorrhage, before rounding off with another inspirational story from the world of running and having a look at how Matt did in the first instalment of Make Matt Run! Be sure to check out Lucy Locket Loves for leggings, buffs, hats, shorts, tops and even a vegan cookbook! You can use code WTF15 for 15% off. Be sure to subscribe, rate and checkout our social media channels: Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What the Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley | |||
23 Feb 2023 | Series 9 Episode 6: Usingh Bolt | 01:37:27 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means... The man with possibly the best Instagram handle out there, Mr. Usingh Bolt, joins us for a chat about his extensive charity exploits and his absolute love of running. The lads talk about their week in running, a reference back to the Live podcast last weekend as well as reassessing the marathon plan when injury strikes (Choo Choo) Rob is joined by the man, the myth, the legend SMJ for the Parkrun chat with Ben and Emma as they talk about their most recent adventure and traffic light life hacks! The boys are raising money this year for the amazing Make-A-Wish UK foundation - if you enjoyed this weeks show then 'buy us a pint' by donating directly to our directly to our JUST GIVING page - thank you so much for all your support so far! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
03 Dec 2020 | Episode 10: Carl Orme | 01:14:43 | |
Welcome back to the What The Fartlek Podcast. On the final episode of series 1 Jack puts your questions to Rob and Matt, some funny, some serious and a few bloody good Would You Rathers! We also have a lovely chat with Carl Orme (@fighting_the_dadbod on Instagram) about how he got into running, how it’s helped him and now how he’s helping others with some fantastic charity work. We also have the last Make Matt Run with Rob, will he run badly and claim the win himself or run well and let Matt take the prize! Before rounding off with the usual good news story. Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What the Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley | |||
13 Oct 2022 | Series 8 Episode 7: Jo & Alice | 01:41:58 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means The road to 100 rolls on and our penultimate episode of part 1 of Series 8 is a MASSIVE one In our main event, Rob sits down with Jo, who alongside the amazing Alice have been embarking on running adventures over the last 5 years. Alice lives with CASK, a life limiting condition but trust us, that doesn't slow these guys down - one of the most heart warming, funny, special chats we have ever had Plus Bemma becomes ROBEMMA as Matt takes heat duties to quiz the threesome on their fibonacci themed travels this week, SMJ is back with some more hot deals and the boys give you a 'guide of what not to do before a marathon' ahead of Matt and JP tackling Yorkshire Marathon on Sunday. Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
19 Aug 2021 | Series 4 Episode 8: Laura Jones | 01:46:36 | |
In line with this weeks guest the boys talk about body positivity and how it can effect us, speaking of our guest this week we have Laura Jones - @lauraellenj over on Instagram, the founder of @wearefearlessclub. She'll be chatting to us all things body positivity and We Are Fearless a community committed to having a sustainable and enjoyable diet/exercise balance. We also have another update from Statman Jon to see what the outcome is from the previous weeks challenge! Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Chester Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page. Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels:
Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
05 Feb 2024 | Series 13 Episode 10: Aubrey Mvula | 00:54:01 | |
It’s Monday and you know what that means... This week Rob sits down with YouTube sensation Aubrey Mvula A self professed average runner we learn about the man behind the content creator and his crash course in becoming a ‘runner’ A great chat with a top human, watch this space, his name will be everywhere in 2024! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Website: What The Fartlek Podcast Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What The Fartlek Podcast Twitter: @WhatTheFartlek YouTube: What The Fartlek Podcast Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
16 Sep 2021 | Series 4 Episode 12: Oly Newton | 01:40:24 | |
This week we talk the power of running mindset, jacket potatoes and what Matt and Jack talk about before recording! Our guest this week is the totally awesome Oly Newton (@Run4yourmind over on Instagram), who chats to us all about his journey and starting up his own charity Run4YourMind. We also have another update from Statman Jon to see what the outcome is from the previous weeks challenge, and another chance for Editor Jack to try and get into the inner circle! Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Chester Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you to be a part of it. You can also donate on his Just Giving page. Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels:
Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
15 Aug 2024 | Series 15 Episode 4: Joe Lee | 00:55:16 | |
It's Thursday and you know what that means This series has a simple goal, shining a light on members of our running community and nobody embodies community to us more than today's guest, the awesome Joe Lee. Not just the owner of the greatest theme song in all of running, Joe has a wonderful running journey and is in the midst of a huge challenge for a great cause and he pops by WTF HQ for a face to face sit down with Rob, talking honestly and openly about his relationship with running, the good, the bad and the frankly bonkers! One of our own! Keep your eyes peeled for more episodes, every Thursday throughout August before we are back with our usual shenanigans in the autumn! Remember you can join our Fartlek Family at any time, be part of our 100+ strong community of amazing people, organising meet ups, catch ups and general nonsense all year round Make sure you keep up to date on all our goings-on, upcoming events and latest episode details by signing up to our BRAND NEW NEWSLETTER Make sure you subscribe, rate, review and checkout our social media channels: Email us at - whatthefartlekpodcast@gmail.com Music by: Graham Lindley Follow on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Email at: g.lindley@hotmail.co.uk | |||
22 Oct 2020 | Episode 4: Ruth Bennett | 01:18:25 | |
Welcome back to the What The Fartlek Podcast.
This week we discuss the World Half Marathon Championships that happened over in Poland. Getting children into the wonderful sport of running which leads nicely into our chat with the lovely Ruth Bennett (@Ruth_runs on Instagram) about juggling family life and running with both parents being keen runners and her future goals for running.
We also cover another Would you Rather? Read out your Caption Contest entries and check in with Matt for the latest instalment of Make Matt Run. We finish off with another inspirational story from the world of running, naming our heroes of the week.
Remember to enter our giveaway on Instagram and Facebook you have until midnight on Thursday 22nd October for your chance to win a FITWINS hat and free entry to their virtual race. Go and check them out on Instagram and their website, they've just launched a new app and have lots of exciting virtual races coming up!
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Music by: Graham Lindley
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