Marathon Talk

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E1: Kipchoge's New WR, Standouts from Back-to-Back Races, and Race Director Hugh Brasher on London Marathon's Highlights Oct 07, 2022

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Berlin brought us a monumental new World Record from Kipchoge, and London saw some absolute standout performances, and if you missed any of it then Martin & Deena have you covered this week!

We're also lucky enough to speak to the Race Director of last week's London Marathon about the biggest moments, huge changes to the event this year, and looking ahead to 2023.

Alexandria Williams catches us up on her recent back-to-back races, and how the rousing support of the marathon community continues to drive her towards that 6 Star finish.

In this episode of Marathon Talk:

0:00 - Berlin Marathon highlights, including Kipchoge's huge new World Record
11:30 - Deena's incredible experience in Berlin
29:30 - Standout performances from last week's exhilarating London Marathon
38:00 - In-depth interview with TCS London Marathon Race Director, Hugh Brasher
1:07:00 - Alexandria Williams' back-to-back races en route to her 6 Star finish
1:19:00 - Insights from our 6 questions for a 6 Star finisher, and what's in store for Martin & Deena

Marathon Talk is proudly powered by Abbott World Marathon Majors, who create, build and support opportunities for all to discover the power of the marathon community. Learn more at https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/

E0: The Warm Up - Marathon Talk's Return, the BMW Berlin Marathon, and becoming a Six Star Finisher Sep 23, 2022

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Marathon Talk is BACK, but not as you know it…

Martin Yelling returns to the mic with brand-new co-host Deena Kastor for Marathon Talk 2.0, powered by the Abbott World Marathon Majors.

Martin & Deena - a marathon legend, Olympic medallist and former US record holder - kick off with The Warm Up, a pre-release episode where we look ahead to Deena's preparation for Berlin, break down the ones to watch across the field, and share our exciting plans for the future of Marathon Talk.

In this episode of Marathon Talk:

The podcast's exciting return, and the many stories yet to tell
Deena's running history & anticipation to become co-host
Ones to watch at the upcoming BMW Berlin Marathon
Inspiring stories from the Age Group World Championships

Watch this space... Sep 12, 2022

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Episode 600 - Dave Bedford Jan 19, 2022

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Join us one last time as we discuss the latest news in running (and life!) and interview legend of running and the London Marathon, Dave Bedford. We catch up with Tom as we look back over 12 years of Marathon Talk, and there's a very special Tony's Trials.

We want to thank each and every one of you for coming on the run with us. Whether you have run, laughed, cried, worn your kit around the world, felt Jantastic, rated your run, ranted or raved. We are grateful for each and every interaction, for the community you have created and we thank you for the support.

Episode 599 - Steve Way Jan 05, 2022

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Holly catches up with running legend Steve Way to talk about his career and future plans. Both the male and female 5k World Records are broken in Barcelona, there's a new Winter Wainwrights record, Martin speaks to Nina from new running app Byrd, and we have a rather large announcement.

Episode 598 - Gary House Dec 23, 2021

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Holly speaks to coach, ultra runner, and podcaster, Gary House, Martin's been swimming in the sea in the dark, and Tom's back in the room.

Episode 597 - Kevin Dutton & Steve Ingham Dec 08, 2021

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Fantastic running from Fionnuala McCormack at the Valencia marathon, we take a look at the British Athletics Cross Challenge results, Martin speaks to Kevin Dutton & Steve Ingham about their metro marathon challenge and this week's Training Talk is how to be safe running in the dark.

Episode 596 - Mike Sheridan Nov 24, 2021

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Throughout November the show is sponsored by Runderwear, a small brand in Dorset, who make seamless, moisture-wicking, technical performance underwear to prevent chafing. Plus, Martin speaks to V70 British marathon record holder Mike Sheridan, there's a new men's half marathon world record, US runner Julia Hawkins crushes the vet 100 metre world record, and The Night of the 10,000m PBs returns.

Episode 595 - Chas Newkey-Burden Nov 11, 2021

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This week's show is dedicated to the memory of much-loved Marathon Talk listener, Dave Blackman.

This month the show is supported by our friends at Runderwear, and we hear from co-founder Rich Edmonds about an ace comp to win a £200 voucher.

Episode 594 - Rose Harvey Oct 27, 2021

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We see a new women's half marathon world record, a men's European marathon record, a beer mile world record, and Eilish McColgan breaks the British road 10 mile record. Holly catches up with the London Marathon's second British female, Rose Harvey, and this week's Training Talk is all about why you should consider cross country this year.

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