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Follow the incredible story of Hannah Cox as she takes on the challenge of a lifetime, training to run across India as part of Project Salt Run. But this podcast isn’t just about her journey—it’s about a collective adventure. Co-hosted by Joel Chevaillier, we dive deep into the intersection of history, sports, and resilience, uncovering the stories of dreamers, doers, and trailblazers who redefine what’s possible.
Through thought-provoking interviews and inspiring conversations, we tackle the obstacles faced by individuals pushing boundaries and explore the triumphs that remind us of the power of human spirit. Together, we’ll unravel the threads of history and humanity that connect us all.
Join us for a journey of inspiration, exploration, and discovery.
New episodes released weekly as we count down to the team at Project Salt Run heading to Pakistan, then across India to run the Inland Customs Line... Thats 100 Marathons in 100 days starting on 25th October 2025.
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Send us a text A check-in from the van between Delhi and Agra. Hannah shares the kit that’s actually working in India, how she avoids blisters and chafe, why a belt beats a vest in the heat, and the simple food plan that keeps her moving. Joel drops in with on-the-road cooking realities and sleep struggles. Quick listener Q&A on shoes and team morale. Fundraising update and a fun one: Name our Van! Donate £10 or more and comment your name idea on our GiveStar page before 16 November. The ...
Send us a text At the start of any big project, you kind of need the whole team together, but thanks to some classic Indian visa chaos, our plans went sideways fast. In this episode, we sit down with Alex to hear how he managed to lose his passport, miss two flights, and almost blag his way into India anyway. Hi, I’m Hannah, accidental runner, sustainability advocate and founder of the Better Business Network. Project Salt Run is a world-first endurance expedition. I'm running 4,200 km acros...
Send us a text This is a quick and dirty one where we sit down with Hannah in front of our Support van chatting with Joel and Alex on how the beginning of the project salt run has been and where we're at now! We’re currently raising money to KEEP this expedition going! EVERY Pound raised on Crowdfunder gets us closer to being able to reach India. Hannah is runnning 100 marathons in 100 days, covering 4,200 km, to raise £1,000,000 for 1% for the Planet on Givestar. This journ...
Send us a text Join WhatsApp Community GROUP! It's hard to believe after 40 episodes and so much build up change and transformation that we finally have our feet on the ground here in India! This very special episode let's you listen in on a bit of our journey celebration and struggle along with some very special words of wisdom at the very end. We need your help raising money to make this expedition possible. EVERY Pound raised on Crowdfunder gets us closer to being able to...
Send us a text This is it the final update before we head to India. In this episode, Joel opens with a few words before handing over to Hannah, who shares where things are really at: the visa chaos, the reroute from Pakistan, last-minute packing, heat training, and what it feels like to finally reach this moment after 40 weeks of planning. The next time you hear from us, we’ll be on the road in India. So stay tuned to see where the adventure takes us, or even better join us! We’re curre...
Send us a text Hannah’s stepping back from day-to-day at the Better Business Network as we gear up for 100 marathons across India, so we grabbed her colleague and “Nature on the Board” director Graham Hansen to explain how BBN gives nature a real seat at the table. We talk through where the idea came from, how it works legally and culturally, balancing people profit and planet, and why “progress not perfect” beats greenwashing or green-hushing every time. We also hit what this means for Proje...
Send us a text Three weeks to go. The team compares kit, chases visas and insurance, and gets honest about training, living in one van, and the unknowns ahead. Why PSR matters, what we’ve learned, and how you can help before we fly. If you’ve been meaning to help, now’s the perfect time! Follow @projectsaltrun, share this episode with a friend, or sponsor a day to keep us moving. We’re currently raising money to make this expedition possible. EVERY Pound raised on Crowdfunder gets us closer t...
Send us a text We’re four weeks out from Project Salt Run, and in this episode Joel sit down with Hannah’s coach, Nina, to talk about the journey so far. From taking Hannah from non-runner to ultrarunner in a year, to the Coast-to-Coast test, the bumps and breakthroughs along the way. Nina shares how the training has been built, what’s gone right, what’s gone wrong, and why mindset is now just as important as miles. We dig into the biggest hurdles Hannah’s faced, the role of the support team,...
Send us a text We sit down with mountaineer and guide Kenton Cool, a man with 19 Everest summits and a lifetime of stories. From a dirt-bag first trip to Pakistan for £500 to shattering both heels and rebuilding purpose, Kenton talks community, identity, and the head game that gets you through the hard bits. We get into the Everest “Triple Crown,” the 40 percent rule, perfection vs progress, and a clear-eyed look at climate and glaciers. We’re currently raising money to make this expedition p...
Send us a text This week we dive headfirst into the toughest part of the Project Salt Run journey so far... finances. With less than 60 days to go, Hannah and Joel pull back the curtain on what it really takes to fund an expedition like this. From dirtbag backup plans of buying a van in India, to the reality of paying for flights, permits, wages, and gear, it’s all on the table. It’s messy, it’s honest, and it’s exactly why we started this podcast, to share the journey, warts and all! We’re c...
Send us a text This week we sit down with the incredible Dr. Erica Patel. A gynecologist, mother, and record-breaking ultra runner who somehow balances medicine at the top level with running marathons across India (and even the legendary Comrades in South Africa... Twice). We talk about what it’s really like to run in India, the growth of women’s running communities, continuing to run through pregnancy, and her work with She Races and Chennai Runners to make races more inclusive and supportiv...
Send us a text The 20/20/20 Challenge. That’s 20 days, 20K runs on weekdays, and 20 minutes of strength work on weekends… all while working 60–70 hour weeks. In this episode we talk through how it went, what nearly broke her (spoiler: hospital visits were involved), and what she learned from taking on a challenge that turned out to be tougher than her coast-to-coast run. We also check in on fundraising, the charities joining Project Salt Run, and Hannah’s brand-new TikTok adventures. We’re cu...
Send us a text From doing a full marathon with a jump rope to transforming young lives around the UK, Krish Patel isn’t your average runner, or storyteller. He’s the founder of Tales to Inspire, a platform that’s helped over 1.5 million people share their powerful storyies. In this episode, Krish opens up about finding purpose after a rough start, how one simple story in a classroom led to a nationwide movement, and why we all have the power to make change, even if it starts with just listeni...
Send us a text David Bone has run some of the toughest races in the world, including Badwater 135, a 135-mile ultramarathon across Death Valley in 47°C heat. In this episode, we chat about how he got into running, what it takes to train for a race like Badwater, and how crew, mindset, and even a sense of humor can make or break you. He also shares the mission behind Camino Ultra, thoughts on gear sustainability, and why sometimes the best thing you can do is just tickle the leaves and keep mo...
Send us a text We’re back with a raw and honest update from the PSR team. No guests, just Joel and Hannah catching up on everything that’s been happening behind the scenes and let’s just say, it’s a lot. From Hannah’s wild 2020 Challenge (that’s 20k a day for 20 days!) to losing key team members, this episode dives deep into the physical, emotional, and logistical rollercoaster of prepping for 100 marathons across India. We talk burnout, trust, fundraising hurdles, shifting priorities, and ho...
Send us a text This week, we're diving into Hannah’s first-ever trip to Love Trails a trail running and music festival that turned out to be more powerful than expected. From dancing in the woods to running through heatwaves, from emotional on-stage moments to reconnecting with the wider running community, it was all kinds of wild and wonderful. We talk about how this festival blends movement, mindfulness, music and why it might be the most PSR-aligned event we’ve ever experienced. Plus, Hann...
Send us a text This week on the Project Salt Run podcast, we’re joined by the brilliant Esther Newman, editor-in-chief of Women’s Running, co-host of their hit podcast, and all-around running legend (even if she says otherwise). We talk about everything from imposter syndrome in sport to the joys of Marmite sandwiches mid-run, plus how Esther’s journey into running (and podcasting) has helped shift the narrative around who gets to be a runner. There’s honesty, there’s treadmill debates, and y...
Send us a text In this episode, we finally sit down with Natalie, a core team member of Project Salt Run who's been with us since the early days. We dive deep into her role as a pacer and logistics mastermind for Hannah's epic 100 marathons across India. We dive into everything from ultra running, including an unforgettable race in Morocco, to the challenges she'll face with pacing in the heat and wildlife of India. Natalie shares her personal journey with trail running, the highs and lows of...
Send us a text This one's a first for us, a live recording from the Blue Earth Summit in London! Hannah and Joel take the stage with Kate Williams, CEO of 1% for the Planet, to talk about purpose, endurance, and why storytelling matters now more than ever. We get into how the idea of running across India was sparked by a colonial hedge, and how Kate found her fire for the climate fight waist-deep in snow! Blue Earth Summit The Green Runners We’re currently raising money to make this expeditio...
Send us a text Hannah’s back from the run, toes shredded, confidence boosted and in this episode, Joel flips the mic around to hear how it really went. We talk physical pain, emotional headspace, what surprised her the most, and what the team learned ahead of India. This one’s the final piece in our three-part Coast to Coast series and a real window into what it means to run hard, trust your crew, and the true power of Marmite. We’re currently raising money to make this expedition possible. E...
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