Lifting the lid on freelance life. Experienced freelance journalists Lily Canter and Emma Wilkinson guide you through everything you need to know about working for yourself. From where to get work, to how to get paid and everything in between. Each episode features two guests who have made freelancing a success. From film reviewers, to travel writers to bitcoin experts and current affairs broadcasters. Packed with trade secrets, top tips and amusing anecdotes this is an unmissable How To gui ...
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The leading podcast for all things canicross and cani-sports. Canicross instructors Louise and Michelle chat to various guests and experts, who love to run or compete with their dogs, about how to keep both dog and human happy and healthy.
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Running partners in more ways than one! Running partners is a new podcast about all aspects of running, hosted by partners in life and running, Paul Griffiths and Alison Scope. We will discuss training, racing, nutrition, mental health, coaching, injuries, motivation, and much more, and our reflections in the context of fitting it all in to a busy family and work life. The podcast launches on 9th October and we are really excited to get going and would love it if you want to join us. We will ...
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Lily Canter and Emma Wilkinson | Ultra Women
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47:21In this episode of the UKRunChat podcast, we’re joined by Lily Canter and Emma Wilkinson, the authors of Ultra Women, a powerful book that shines a light on the untold stories of women in endurance sport.. We explore the inspiration behind the book, the process of gathering and curating such raw and personal narratives, and what these stories revea…
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Episode 80 Lily Canter and Emma Wilkinson
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1:04:04This week we have a brilliant interview with authors, journalists and runners Lily and Emma about the fantastic book they have written; Ultra Women; The Trailblazers Defying Sexism in Sport . Lily and Emma tell us all about why they wrote the book, the fascinating things they learnt through the process and the impact the book has had on their own v…
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Ultra Women: Lily Canter and Emma Wilkinson (Episode 162)
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49:32Louise and Michelle chat to journalists Lily Canter and Emma Wilkinson about their new book Ultra WomenBy Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey
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This week is all about recovery. We chat about why it matters to recover after races (especially marathons) the mental and physical benefits and how to return to running after a big race. We cover lots of our experiences and things we have learnt over the years and what has worked and what hasn't! As ever let us know your thoughts and tips. Also wh…
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Connect and Paws: Georgie and Katie (Episode 163)
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32:50In this special episode of Canicross Conversations, hosts Louise and Michelle welcome back two popular guests: Georgie Lambert from Nonstop Dogwear and Katie Kirkup, founder of Trail Dog Events. Together, they unveil an exciting new venture: "Connect and Paws"—a human and dog wellness weekend set against the breath-taking backdrop of Druridge Bay, …
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This week on the UKRunChat Podcast, we speak with adventurer & mental health advocate Alex Staniforth about his most ambitious challenge yet – climbing all 446 mountains in England & Wales in just 50 days. 🏔️ But this episode is more than a challenge breakdown – it's about why Alex does what he does, how he overcame personal struggles, and how he's…
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In this episode of the UKRunChat podcast, we’re joined by trail running photographer David Miller, whose emotive and powerful imagery has captured the hearts of the running community worldwide. David talks us through his journey from trail runner to award-winning photographer, revealing how lockdown sparked a creative path that led him to shoot som…
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In this special bonus episode Lily and Emma discuss the big secret project they have been working on for the past two years. They have written a new book! It's called ULTRA WOMEN: The Trailblazers Defying Sexism in Sport and it combines their passion of endurance sport and advocacy. The book tells the hidden stories of female endurance from the fir…
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Its time for a round up of London and Manchester featuring lots of amazing performances from listeners, Paul's athletes, fundraisers, elites and loads more! We cover some of the results, stories and reflections from a fantastic week of racing. Let us know how your race went and send us a voice note and we can include it in the next episode! As ever…
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Canicross Story: Sarah Stokes (Episode 161)
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39:10Sarah Stokes shares her first experience of racing with Louise and Michelle in this episodeBy Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey
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In this episode, we chat with the amazing Jeric Yuan – known to many as @coderunnerguy on Instagram! From his first half marathon on just two weeks' notice, to creating brilliant GPS art across London, Jeric shares: His journey into running How he plans his jaw-dropping GPS designs His mission to complete the World Marathon Majors The story behind …
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This episode features a brilliant interview with a fantastic athletics coach in Sheffield, Alex WIlson. Alex talks about his love of athletics and coaching, how he got into it, some of the many athletes he has worked with and his philosophy and coaching approach. It is a great interview with a great coach and Alex gives so much insight in how to he…
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Bruce is running a 4 Marathons and an Ultra Challenge this year (with his 4 marathons in the space of 30 days). He's already completed Brighton and Paris Marathons, and next up for him is Manchester, then Milton Keynes. Bruce chats openly about starting running during lockdown to help him lose weight, and since then he's devised a number of differe…
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This week we chat about the last week of a race and how to prepare. With big marathons coming up at the weekend we talk about the final dos and don'ts in the last 7 days of a race and cover running, nutrition, hydration, kit, strength and more! We hope you enjoy and good luck to those running London and Manchester and let us know your race tips in …
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In this episode, we’re joined by British elite distance runner Jacob Allen, who’s lining up in the Elite Field at the 2025 London Marathon. With standout personal bests of 13:47 for 5K, 28:33 for 10K, and 62:43 for the half marathon, Jacob shares what it takes to compete at the highest level—all while balancing a full-time job as a PE teacher. We d…
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Episode 76 Matlida Moffett Interview
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1:13:03This week is a fascinating interview with Matilda Moffett, regular listener, contributor, runner and clinical psychologist who works to support a people with a range of mental health issues, and also specialises in eating disorders and weight related challenges. Matilda chats to us about her work, the overlaps with mental health, eating, weight and…
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In this episode Michelle is joined by Director of Public Health for Worcestershire, Lisa McNally and Steve Cram to talk about the Wythall & Hollywood Fun Run which takes place on Sunday 25th June. Michelle, Lisa and Steve chat about: - The importance of community led events like the Wythall and Hollywood Fun Run for improving public health. - Who a…
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Louise and Michelle chat to Gabby, one of the co-founders of Bournemouth Canicross about how their community has grown over the last four years since the group was first formed. It’s an uplifting, positive episode about the power of community.By Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey
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In this episode Michelle and Andy do a deep dive into hydration for endurance running and chatted about: - common mistakes runners make with their hydration - hyponatremia (or the dangers of over-hydrating) - recognising the signs of dehydration - do you need a race hydration strategy? - are you a salty sweater? - electrolytes - pre- and post-race …
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Today is all about the taper! As some big marathons approach, lots of you will be in the taper phase, so we discuss what the purpose of tapering is, how to get it right, the benefits and how to manage the taper time challenges! Let us know how your taper is going and any tips for listeners! We have strava group you can join - click here; https://ww…
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In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Morag, a trustee of Lincs Dobermann Rescue about her experience of rehoming Dobies, and her 'failed foster' with tri-paw Trooper. We hear all about Trooper's amputation and rehabilitation, proof that amputation is not the end, and can often be the start of a new life for many dogs like Trooper. https://d…
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Renee is a sports dietician specialising in REDs, the female athlete, hormonal health, and athlete performance. Her latest book, Fuel for Thought, is a practical guide to how and what to eat for endurance athletes. In this episode, we discuss behaviours around food, and Renee gives us some really practical advice around fuelling, recovery, carb-loa…
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This week features a brilliant interview with an FKT holder in Canada - Robyn Wright. Robyn talks to us about how she got into running, her love of the trails, how she has run every day for over 2 years and her epic FKT adventure! We hope you enjoy and you can find Robyn on instagram here to follow her adventures! https://www.instagram.com/roamwith…
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Mental Health and Autism Assistance Dogs (Episode 158)
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48:25Louise and Michelle chat to Gemma Knott at RAD Assistance Dogs. RAD provides specialised assistance dog training to UK clients living with Mental Health Disabilities and/or Autism to become qualified handlers of their own assistance dogs. In this episode we chat to Gemma about what makes a good assistance dog, and also the disability laws the publi…
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This week is a race round up. Ali ran Retford half and gives us a race review and the ups and downs, then Paul and Mark have done the Hardmoors 55 and its also been the Sheffield Half Marathon, so there is loads to catch up on. Paul gives his race review of the Hardmoors and we cover the results from all the races and more, as every we hope you enj…
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Canine Arthritis with Hannah Capon (Episode 157)
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1:03:01Louise and Michelle chat to vet Hannah Capon about certain breeds' predisposition to canine arthritis, how we can prevent it, how to diagnose it and treatments.By Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey
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This week is all about the long run! For many people who are training for marathons the long run is key, but we talk about why this is, the different types of long run, how long you should go and the benefits. We also chat about why the long run can be useful all year round and things to watch out for when running long every week. Let us know what …
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Canicross for Fitness and Fun: Emily Thomas (Episode 156)
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37:50In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Emily Thomas about her new book Canicross for Fitness and FunBy Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey
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Andrew Hughes is two months into a year-long challenge called the Five-a-Day challenge. Every single day of 2025, he’s running at least 5k, but there’s a twist—he’s doing it with a different person every day, sharing their running story, and documenting it all. His goal? To connect with 365 different runners and compile their experiences into an eB…
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This week we talk about the menstrual cycle and menopause and the impact this can have on running, training and racing. We look at the evidence and research, what you can do and also have some listener stories. Let us know what you think and any experiences you want to share with listeners. We have strava group you can join - click here; https://ww…
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Canicross Story: Fran Hannemann (Episode 155)
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40:02In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Fran Hannemann about how canicross fits into her home boarding and dog walking business, and her adventures with her three dogs.By Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey
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In this episode of the UK Run Chat Podcast, we sit down with Ben Lee, founder of Run Legacy—a UK-based ecommerce and media platform dedicated to championing sustainable running gear and transparent business practices. Ben shares his 20 years of experience in specialty running retail and how his passion for the environment, inspired him to create a …
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This week is a preview and a review of the Brighton Half Marathon. The race is in its 35th year, and we chat a bit about the history, some race strategy for the half and then how it all goes in practice! We also cover the Brighton and Hove Parkrun and a few other fun bits from the weekend! We hope you enjoy and share to your running pals if you enj…
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Elli Hikes tackles the Winter Spine Race (Episode 154)
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45:26In this episode we catch up with previous guest Elli, who was halfway through hiking the entire length of Britain with her dog Otto when we chatted to her in episode 68. We find out how the rest of her epic hike went, and chat to her about her recent attempt to complete the Spine Race Challenger South, a 108 mile challenge where she faced knee deep…
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In this episode, we catch up with elite triathlete & coach Scott Hill (@ironhill83 @triwolfcoach) to dive deep into training, racing, and coaching at the highest level. Scott shares insights into: - His journey since competing at Kona & top performances last year - What it takes to achieve a sub 9-hour Ironman, and how to shave seconds off PBs - Wh…
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Lots of you will have been training since the start of the year for a marathon, a half or just to build fitness and improve. Today we check in on how things should be progressing, how to manage where you are versus where you want to be pace wise, how to handle niggles, illness and when to practice with kit and fueling. Give us your tips on those mi…
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Banjo was a rescue dog who was adopted by a (non-running) family, but when he escaped on his first day in his new home, fate intervened to introduce him to the canicross community, where he became a very well-loved character. We chat to his family and friends about their favourite memories of him.By Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey
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Sophie Power is an ultra runner, and campaigner, passionate about increasing access to sport for women. She has recently set a new women's world record for the most distance run on a treadmill in 48 hours, at this year's National Running Show in Birmingham. Michelle and Sophie chat about: - Sophie's World Record breaking 48 hour treadmill run at th…
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This week we talk about iron deficiency and anaemia in runners. We have had lots of listeners get in touch with their own stories, so we share those and talk about the signs and symptoms, when to seek help and how to manage long term. We hope you enjoy this episode and get in touch with any thoughts or reflections. As always also go through our wee…
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In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Joe Swiffen from Mynydd Sled Dog Adventures about the challenges of setting up her husky sled dog adventure trails business in Wales during COVID. Joe is also doing great work with her Junior Sled Dog Sports Academy. We also learn A LOT about husky breeds. https://mynyddsleddogadventures.com/…
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In this episode we're joined by Sally Green. Sally is an endurance runner, she started running in 2017 and signed up for her first marathon in 2018, finishing in 4:56. Since then, she's worked her way down to a personal best of 3:08. We chat about how her running has evolved to gain her a Championship place in London Marathon in 2025, and what her …
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This week features a fascinating interview with Dot Kesterton, a World and European Masters Champion! Alison chats with Dot about her amazing life, running career and the many many races she has done in UK and around the world and the fun she has had along the way. It is a really brilliant and moving interview that is interesting and inspiring! We …
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Meet Matt, a passionate runner whose journey started with parkrun in 2022 and has skyrocketed to chasing the prestigious 6 Marathon Majors! From first completing the London Marathon in 2023, to achieving an impressive 2:42:41 PB in Berlin last year, to qualify for Boston and London 2025, Matt’s story is nothing short of inspiring. He opens up about…
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Canicross Story: Sara and Logan (Episode 151)
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35:44We love bringing you canicross stories from our community, and in this episode Louise and Michelle chat to Sara McCarthy about how her second canicross season with her 'rocket dog' spaniel Logan is going. Sara has thrown herself into many cani-sports so far, to keep her working cocker spaniel Logan engaged and well exercised. We chat about their fi…
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On this episode we delve into some of the common coaching questions that have cropped up with Paul's group of athletes. We explore whether running up or down hill in training matters, should everyone do hill repeats, what about shoes and how to pick them, how close to paces to runs need to be and more...we hope you enjoy and if you have any questio…
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Ask the Expert: Looking after your feet (Episode 150)
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50:44In this episode, Louise and Michelle quiz podiatrist Kate Hammond about all those things you've always wanted to ask about looking after your feet, but have been too embarrassed or squeamish to ask. We cover: What size shoes to buy Does gait analysis matter? Socks Blister prevention and treatment Athlete's foot Losing a toenail Plantar fasciitis It…
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On this weeks episode we chat about the winter woes of running. There are many things that can make running in winter tougher, such as the weather, the dark, motivation and more, so we chat about how you can overcome this and keep running strong through those winter months! As always also go through our week of running and cover some recent race re…
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Canicross Story: This Spotty Dog Runs (Episode 149)
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44:16In this episode, Louise and Michelle catch up with Duncan and Dizzy the Dalmatian about what they've been up to since we last spoke 2 years ago! There's also a new greyster, Peggy, in the family! YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@thatspottydogruns Instagram: @thatspottydogruns You can listen to the previous episode with Duncan here: https://www.can…
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In this episode, we chat to Simon Dent from Save Our Soles, and ultrarunner and coach Sophie Bennett about looking after your feet. We discuss: - Why foot health is often overlooked by runners - how to keep your feet in good condition - what should be in your footcare kit on a long race? - pre- and post-race footcare tips - how looking after our ru…
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On this weeks episode we talk about periodised training and how you can take the principles of this and apply it to peak at that right time for races! We chat about how it works, the cycles and how to periodise your training. Let us know what you think! As always also go through our week of running and cover some recent race results, shout outs to …
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