Best Richard Casement Podcasts (2025)

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EP06 -The Power of Showing Up (Even When You Don’t Feel Like It) 1:11:35

1d ago1:11:35

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In this honest and wide-ranging episode, Andy and Rich dive deep into the mental game of running, the importance of showing up (even when it’s tough), and the connection between running, self-worth, and identity. They explore how running helps build resilience, how to avoid putting all your eggs in one basket, and why our beliefs shape everything w…

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568: Coaching collaboration and solidarity in Colombia 1:01:43

4d ago1:01:43

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Heather Luna, a native of Michigan with strong ties to Colombia, spent a significant time in the UK before moving to Tabio. Since then, she has been working remotely offering consultations, consulting and workshops and showing people the value of collaboration and solidarity. Her work has embraced questions of identity - including her own -, enviro…

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E05 - The Courage to Feel: Grief, Friendship & the Alcohol-Free Gift 27:31

9d ago27:31

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In this deeply moving and reflective episode, Andy and Rich open up about navigating grief, connection, and the often-overlooked emotional depth of an alcohol-free lifestyle. Andy shares the sudden loss of a close friend in Spain - a man who walked with him through his entire alcohol-free journey. Through heartfelt conversation, they explore themes…

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567: Early Onset Alzheimer's Investigated and Revealed in Colombia 1:25:40

12d ago1:25:40

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It's an absolute honour to welcome author Jennie Erin Smith on the Colombia Calling podcast this week to discuss her latest book in which she investigates and chronicles her six-year investigation into the phenomenon of early onset Alzheimer's in rural Colombia. Jennie speaks to Emily Hart and Richard McColl. In the 1980s, a Colombian neurologist n…

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E04 – Guest Episode: Adam Smith, The A Game Approach to Stoicism & Self-Awareness 56:28

16d ago56:28

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In this powerful guest episode of Clean Break Chats, Rich Casement and Andy Delderfield are joined by coach, speaker, and mindset expert Adam Smith—a key figure in Rich’s alcohol-free journey and personal growth. Together, they dive into the transformative impact of stoic philosophy, habit change, and living alcohol-free. Adam shares his raw insigh…

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566: Peacebuilding Cannot Happen Without Security: Why the Killings of Social Leaders in Colombia Continues 1:17:49

19d ago1:17:49

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What explains selective violence against social and community leaders in the aftermath of war? Why does the killing of community and social leaders continue unabated in Colombia? This week on the Colombia Calling podcast, we look at a new academic article entitled: "Delegative peacebuilding: Explaining post-conflict selective violence," written by …

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EP03 – Running Through the Noise: What We Learned in Paris & London 1:15:14

23d ago1:15:14

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In this emotional and honest episode, Andy and Rich reconnect post-London and Paris Marathons to unpack two very different journeys to the finish line. From Rich’s mental battle, injury struggles, and reflections on performance, to Andy’s unforgettable experience running London in a full-body Save the Rhino costume, this chat goes deep. They explor…

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WHERE HAVE WE GONE - SEASON TWO - HEAD TO CLEAN BREAK CHATS 1:02

23d ago1:02

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Episode Update: We've Moved! Welcome to The Running Dry Podcast — or rather, what was The Running Dry Podcast! 👋 This is just a quick update to let you know that we’ve moved and rebranded. You can now find us under our new name: Clean Break Chats. Same voices, same real conversations — just a fresh name and a new space to grow. 🎙️ Search Clean Brea…

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565: A Siberian in Colombia: Hearing from the Tabiuna Rusa 1:01:56

26d ago1:01:56

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Victoria was never meant to come to Colombia, in fact, had things gone according to plan she would be in China right now. But, fate had a different path in mind for this native of a small town near to the city of Perm in Siberia, Russia. And so, on this week's Colombia Calling podcast, we hear from a Tatar far from her birthplace near to the Ural M…

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SE01 EP02 - Guest Episode - Carole Ray: Grit, Grace, and a First Marathon at 68 59:35

30d ago59:35

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In this inspiring guest episode, Rich and Andy are joined by Carole Ray – one of our incredible Spring Marathon Heroes who has been training with us over the past 20 weeks with one powerful goal in mind: running her first-ever marathon at the age of 68. Carole’s motivation runs deep. She’s taking on the London Marathon in support of Young Lives vs …

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564: The Latin American Boom in Literature and "that punch" 1:02:36

1M ago1:02:36

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There's so much to say about the Latin American Boom in literature, but how can we possibly discuss it at this point in time without mentioning Mario Vargas Llosa and his recent passing. And so, as a Colombia-focused podcast, we take a look at this era and these personalities in the literary world, such as Colombia's inimitable Gabriel Garcia Marqu…

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SE01 EP01 - New Name, Same great conversations with Andy and Rich: Welcome to Clean Break Chats 59:42

1M ago59:42

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After a short break, Andy and Rich are back behind the mic - this time under the new banner of Clean Break Chats. In this opening episode, the boys go deep. They get real about where they’re at right now—personally, professionally, and what’s been going on behind the scenes. You'll hear honest reflections, future plans, and the big vision behind Cl…

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563: Tropical Diseases and Disease Ecology in Colombia 1:02:31

1M ago1:02:31

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This week we speak to Camila Gonzalez Rosas, Director and Associate Professor of Biological Sciences at Los Andes University in Bogotá and Researcher at the the Centre for Investigations into Microbiology and tropical parasitology and we discuss tropical diseases in Colombia. Nothing is off the table from chagas, malaria, dengue, leishmaniasis, zik…

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562: "Exploring the Toxic Record of Colombia's Oil Giant." The BBC speaks to the Colombia Calling podcast. 1:14:07

2M ago1:14:07

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Colombian energy giant Ecopetrol has polluted hundreds of sites with oil, including water sources and biodiverse wetlands, the BBC World Service has found. However, as detailed in a new documentary produced and directed by Owen Pinnell of the BBC: "Exposing the toxic record of Colombia's oil giant | BBC World Service Documentaries,:" there are far …

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561: “Silent, but so much to tell.” The mystery of Colombia’s Mummies 1:05:33

2M ago1:05:33

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In today’s episode, Emily Hart speaks to archaeologist Daniella Betancourt: the woman decoding the enigma of Colombia’s mummies. Mummification is a practice which has been carried out all over the world, from Chile to China – from the ancient Egyptian pharaohs to Vladimir Lenin and Evita Perón, and - though chronically understudied - right here in …

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SE01 EP29 - Series Finale: The End of One Road, The Start of Another 1:03:29

2M ago1:03:29

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In the last episode of the Running Dryy Podcast, Andy and Rich take a heartfelt look back at their journey to the Barcelona Marathon. It’s been a challenging road for Andy, and this episode is all about celebrating the incredible achievement of crossing that finish line and everything it took to get there. As they reflect on the weekend's highs, th…

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560: Championing English-language books about Colombia 50:50

2M ago50:50

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Barry Max Wills, author of: "Better than Cocaine: Learning to Grow Coffee, and Live in Colombia," and Richard McColl of: "The Mompos Project: A Tale of Love, Hotels and Madness in Colombia," join editor Dan Cross on this week's Colombia Calling podcast. In a conversation that takes in the topics of culture and identity, immigrants to Colombia, writ…

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SE01 EP28 - Guest Episode – Sam Heward: Chasing Limits & The Ultra X Adventure 55:23

2M ago55:23

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This week, it's just Rich and special guest Sam Heward, as Andy was away running the Barcelona Marathon. In this episode, Rich and Sam dive deep into the world of ultra running, sharing their incredible journeys in both the Ultra scene and their Alcohol-Free lifestyles. They also discuss what Ultra X is all about and the transformative experiences …

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559: Blood Gold in Colombia 1:13:52

3M ago1:13:52

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On this week's Colombia Calling podcast, we speak to James Bargent, an investigative journalist for Insight Crime about his work putting together the new podcast: "the Shadow of El Dorado." Along with his colleague Mat Charles, the resulting podcast is a multi-year project which takes the listener into the world of organized crime and how the Gaita…

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SE01 EP27 - Guest Episode – John Quartermain: The Road to His First Marathon 1:11:19

3M ago1:11:19

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In this week’s episode, we welcome back John Quartermain, just days away from running his first marathon in Barcelona alongside Andy. John first joined us in Episode 15 at the start of his marathon journey - go back and listen if you missed it! Now, 16 weeks later, he reflects on his progress, sharing the highs, the challenges, and how he overcame …

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558: Back to the (microscopic) Future: Using Palaeontology, Pollen, and AI to predict and protect our futures 57:28

3M ago57:28

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Today, we go back many millennia in order to protect ourselves for the coming centuries: Emily Hart speaks to two Colombian scientists, Carlos Jaramillo and Camila Martínez, time-travellers of the smallest imaginable time machines: fossilised pollen and tree cells. Climate change has been a constant feature of Planet Earth: at points in history, th…

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SE01 EP26 - Guest Episode - Steve Smith – Conquering the Brutal Centurion Winter Downs 200 1:06:48

3M ago1:06:48

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Steve Smith’s story is nothing short of extraordinary. Once immersed in the high-energy world of hospitality, where alcohol was a constant companion, he rose to the top as an award-winning international bartender. But everything changed when he made the bold decision to go alcohol-free. Now, instead of pouring drinks, Steve is pouring his energy in…

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557: The Petro Presidency Meltdown? 1:10:58

3M ago1:10:58

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President Petro's Disastrous Televised Cabinet Meeting or The Petro Presidency Meltdown. Pause for breath if you can, but we've been experiencing a barrage of negative headlines surrounding Colombia's President Petro. This began with, at first, the online fracas with President Trump over the treatment of Colombian illegal migrants being returned to…

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SE01 EP25 -The Elephant in the Room: How Going Alcohol-Free Changes Relationships 1:11:44

3M ago1:11:44

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Another great conversation with Andy and Rich, and this time, it's all about relationships. When we choose to remove alcohol from our lives, it doesn’t just affect us - it impacts our relationships with partners, children, and friends. Alcohol is often seen as the glue that holds social circles together, so what happens when it’s no longer part of …

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556: The Colombia that is Silenced 1:10:51

3M ago1:10:51

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This week on the Colombia Calling podcast, we speak to Lorena Estupiñán-Pedraza, a professor of international relations and political science from Boyaca, but resident in the southern city of Cali. In a far-ranging conversation, we discuss Lorena's PhD studies public policy implementation in Boyaca, local problems with global impacts and all about …

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SE01 EP24 - Guest Episode - Dr Hussain al-zubaidi - Supporting healthier lives one small step at a time 1:03:03

3M ago1:03:03

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An incredible conversation with Dr. Hussain Al-Zubaidi - Lifestyle GP, TV Doctor, RCGP Lifestyle & Physical Activity Champion, parkrun Health Partnerships Lead, Leamington PCN Personalised Care Lead, and World Age Group Triathlete. We dive deep into the evolving role of GPs in shifting the focus from reactive care to preventative medicine, explorin…

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555: "The World is Sick," a New Documentary on the Ancient Healing Medicine of Ayahuasca 1:05:12

3M ago1:05:12

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A new documentary, in the making, seeks to document the sacred nature of an ancient medicine. We're all familiar with vivid tales of projectile vomiting and the complete loss of bodily functions during an ayuahuasca ceremony but who, amongst us, has really explored the benefits of a ritual? This documentary seeks to educate us, through a carefully …

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SE01 EP23 - From Marathons to Ultras: Training, Challenges & The Road Ahead 56:06

4M ago56:06

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This week, it’s just Andy and Rich catching up and reflecting on their training for their spring marathons - Barcelona for Andy, which is now just four weeks away, and Paris for Rich, who is heading into the second half (the working end!) of his training plan. The guys also share their excitement about their next training group, kicking off in Apri…

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554: Lies, Damned Lies and Disinformation in Colombia 1:10:49

4M ago1:10:49

1:10:49

Jonathan Swift, "Falsehood flies, and truth comes limping after it.” … never truer than in 2025 This week on the Colombia Calling podcast Emily Hart and Richard McColl tackle the issue of disinformation and fact-checking in Colombia and fortunately, we don't have to take on this task alone but are joined by two experts in the field. Laura Sarabia R…

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SE01 EP22 - Guest Episode - Karl Elliott - From addiction to meaning and purpose 1:01:06

4M ago1:01:06

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In this powerful episode of The Running Dryy podcast, we welcome Karl Elliott, founder of The Sober Parents, to share his remarkable journey from addiction to living with true meaning and purpose. Karl’s story is one of transformation, choosing sobriety not just for himself but for the life he could only dream of. Meeting his now-wife on this alcoh…

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553: From the Indian Plains to the Andes Mountains 52:11

4M ago52:11

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Sometimes, it's just fun to have an agreeable conversation, and this is why I enjoyed chatting to Vivek Jayaraman. Vivek was born in Tamil, India and in the way life takes its unusual routes has ended up living in northern Bogota and with a love of mountains - he's from the plains - and a firm desire to know and understand the regions of Cundinamar…

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SE01 EP21 - Marathon Training & Alcohol-Free Gains: Pushing Beyond January 56:42

4M ago56:42

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Andy and Rich are back this week with a solo episode, just the two of them catching up on their personal running journeys. With Barcelona and Paris Marathons fast approaching, they reflect on their progress as they enter the crucial final phase of training. As Dry January comes to an end, the conversation shifts to why continuing into February can …

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552: The Myth of the Narco 1:17:14

4M ago1:17:14

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In order to understand the issue of the cocaine trade in Colombia, we need to look at three factors: 1. Drugs Policy as a Geopolitical tool. 2. Markets: A Political Economic issue. 3. Narratives: the Myth of the Narco. On the Colombia Calling podcast this week we speak to Estefanía Ciro Rodríguez, expert on drug politics, the cocaine economy and th…

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SE01 EP20 - Guest Episode - Dave Callan - A Journey from Corporate Sports Marketing to High Performance Coaching 1:10:19

4M ago1:10:19

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We’re thrilled to welcome Dave Callan of Onto Coaching (www.onto-coaching.com) to the Running Dryy podcast! Dave’s journey is nothing short of epic. He’s a high-performance coach with a remarkable story, starting in the world of marketing for high-performance sports organisations like Manchester United, Team Sky, and Ineos. Dave took a bold leap, l…

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551: Following in the footsteps of Roger Casement in Colombia 1:10:00

4M ago1:10:00

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Brendan Corrigan has had multiple jobs in his time in Colombia (dating back to 2011), and his most constant has been that of a contributing writer of acerbic observations for the El Tiempo national newspaper, with an office job in marketing thrown in for good measure and some forays into the acting world by way of a telenovela (soap opera) appearan…

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SE01 EP19 - Clarity, Purpose, and the Alcohol-Free Edge: A Deep Dive with Rich and Andy 50:26

4M ago50:26

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The boys are back! In this episode of Running Dryy podcast, Rich and Andy dive deep into the profound topics of meaning and purpose and how these concepts shape their decisions as coaches and leaders in their businesses. They share candid insights into how being alcohol-free has given them the clarity to realign their values, push boundaries and un…

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550: Erin Donaldson in Colombia's Coffee Region 1:01:02

5M ago1:01:02

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As there are now a growing number of people considering moving to Colombia, and where better than the country's enticing Coffee Region, we decided to focus on this topic for this week. Known for its natural beauty and landscapes, lush countryside, friendly and hard-working people...it's an easy sell. But what happens when you are ready to take the …

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SE01 EP18 - Guest Episode: Inspiring Conversations with Tommy Lewis of 'That's Runnable' 1:02:07

5M ago1:02:07

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SE01 EP18 - Guest Episode: Inspiring Conversations with Tommy Lewis of 'That's Runnable' Andy and Rich are thrilled to welcome the incredible Tommy Lewis to the Running Dryy podcast this week! Tommy has been a huge inspiration to both Andy and Rich with his outstanding running content on social media and his brilliant podcast, That's Runnable, whic…

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549: Travel Trends in 2025 1:00:29

5M ago1:00:29

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Have you heard of "destination duping," "rosy retrospection," "JOMO," or "trailblazer hotels?" Well, with Colombia of course in mind given that this is the Colombia Calling podcast, we leap into 2025 with an upbeat episode discussing travel trends for this year. We mull over each of the aforementioned phrases with Bruce Mclean, travel expert and ow…

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SE01 EP17 - Running into 2025: Milestones, Marathons, and Motivation! 42:51

5M ago42:51

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Kick off 2025 with a bang on the Running Dryy Podcast! This week, Andy and Rich bring the energy as they dive into what promises to be an incredible year ahead, full of exciting opportunities and the unknown adventures that make life so thrilling. Rich celebrates an inspiring 3 years alcohol-free, and Andy is on the cusp of an epic 6-year milestone…

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SE01 EP16 - Happy Christmas from Rich and Andy 41:40

5M ago41:40

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Join Rich and Andy this week as we dive into all things running while celebrating the incredible journey of alcohol-free living! Whether you're here for the running tips, the AF lifestyle insights, or just good vibes, this episode has something for you. We're so grateful for your support over the past four months of episodes - it’s been an amazing …

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SE01 EP15 - Guest Episode with 3 of Our Spring Marathon Heroes - Jess, John, and Carole 57:29

5M ago57:29

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In this week's episode, Andy and Rich are thrilled to welcome three incredible runners - Jess, John, and Carole - who are taking on the challenge of their first-ever marathons this spring. Over the next four months, they’ll share their journeys, filled with the highs, lows, and everything in between. These are stories of courage, determination, and…

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SE01 EP14 - Valencia Marathon Recap, Planning an Alcohol-Free Christmas, and Launching Spring Marathon Coaching 47:28

6M ago47:28

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Whether you’re out on your weekend long run or doing the school run, Andy and Rich are back with another inspiring conversation! This week’s episode covers three exciting topics: Valencia Marathon Recap: A look back at the highlights, lessons learned, and unforgettable moments from one of the world’s fastest and most exciting marathons. Planning an…

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548: Jazz for Peace with Rick DellaRatta 53:02

6M ago53:02

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Well, where to start with this interview?! It's that time of year when we endeavour to discuss more hopeful and positive episodes and then an email hit my inbox from Rick DellaRatta and Jazz for Peace. And thus the episode came into being. Rick DellaRatta is a multi instrumentalist, pianist, composer and founder of Jazz for Peace and we discuss wha…

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SE01 EP13 - Guest Episode with William Porter, Author of Alcohol and Diet and Fitness Explained 1:00:42

6M ago1:00:42

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This week, Rich and Andy are joined by the insightful William Porter, renowned author of Alcohol Explained. William has shared his expertise on numerous podcasts, shedding light on the profound mental and physical impacts of alcohol. In this episode, we take a closer look at how alcohol specifically affects runners. While we’re constantly chasing t…

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E03 - The midweek mindful moment with Andy 6:21

6M ago6:21

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Each week Andy and Rich will bring you a few minutes mindful moments from their wealth of experience of running over the past 15 years and from their combined 9 Years of Alcohol Free living. This week Andy is on his own and reflects on the Valencia Marathon.By Richard Casement and Andy Delderfield

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547: Tu Fiel Amigo, Colombia: the Colombia Calling podcast Christmas Appeal 2024 41:52

6M ago41:52

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We've never done this before, but heck, why not?! So, here is the first ever Colombia Calling Christmas Appeal in our 11 plus years of being on the air. Cartagena Paws and their supported Foundation of Tu Fiel Amigo in Cartagena have been on our radar for some time and a certainly deserving of some welcome help. We speak to Maureen Cattieu about th…

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SE01 EP12 - It's all about the Valencia Marathon - Rich coaches Andy through his pre-race doubt. 54:48

6M ago54:48

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This week it's just Rich and Andy and the focus turns to Andy as he has the Valencia Marathon this weekend (1st December). Rich offers to coach Andy through any pre-race nerves just 48 hours out from the start line. It's a very vulnerable reflection that is shared. Andy digging into whats going on in his head and the doubt that he is carrying aroun…

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E02 - The midweek mindful moment from Rich and Andy 5:39

6M ago5:39

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Each week Andy and Rich will bring you a few minutes mindful moments from their wealth of experience of running over the past 15 years and from their combined 9 Years of Alcohol Free living.By Richard Casement and Andy Delderfield

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546: Torah Tropical in Cali: How Far Would You Go to Find God? 1:01:55

6M ago1:01:55

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The journey of making Torah Tropical began in 2021, in the midst of Colombia’s historic civil unrest. Despair at the Duque government’s policies and botched implementation of the Peace Process boiled until erupting into the tumultuous National Strike of April 2021. The uprising was the defining moment for a generation of young Colombians, a time th…

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