Crickcastpod

Hosted by Sam Crick, Crickcastpod offers the personal side behind the persona of the world's leading athletes and performers.With over a decade of experience in athletics, Sam looks to find out more about the personal side of an athlete than fans wouldn't see in the 2-minute interviews we experience after races and performances. A mix of motivation, life experiences, debates, and humour throughout the podcast. Guests include; Nijel Amos, Niamh Emerson, Jake Wightman, and Jazmin Sawyers.

SHORT STUFF EP. 2 - Audio Rooms, YouTube Channels and National Road Relays.

A short, sharp podcast to update the CrickCast Community on what's going on in the world of athletics. Sam shares his latest ideas and plans for changing athletics and making it more exciting. This episode contains: ⏺ Audio Rooms ⏺ New Youtube channel ⏺ National Road Relays Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term...

09-22
08:29

SHORT STUFF EP. 1 - Sam Shares All!

Due to popular demand, this is some shorter form content for the podcast. Going forward, I'll bring on guests and be open to the topics that people want to hear about Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term venture for me and I am just getting started. I appreciate any followers of the pod and I welcome you ...

08-28
18:06

Phily Bowden - How To Run A Fast Marathon & Generate Youtube Revenue

This week's episode is with 2h29 Elite Marathon runner Phily Bowden. Phily is a great example of an athlete who has worked her way through the age groups and competed in every event from the hurdles to the 800m before moving to the longer distances of 5k, 10k and Marathon. Her journey is not only inspiring but incredibly relatable. Phily share the lessons she has learnt along the way and how you can ensure you run the best marathon you can! Phily speaks about the importance of ...

12-30
48:08

The Distance Project - Secrets to Building Your Personal Brand (Callum Elson)

🚨 THE POD IS BACK The first episode in 18 months and it was a cracker!! In this episode, @the.distanceproject discusses the need to have evidence of success in order to progress! However, Callum also dives into what you can do if you’re not yet in the Top 10 nationally! If you're interested in learning more about how to make money in athletics, you need to listen to this episode! Just over a year ago, Callum received his first GB vest at the European Cross Country Championships. Since then, ...

12-16
52:10

JAKE SMITH - Strava King, British Distance Sensation & Master Pacer

This episode of the podcast is with none other than Jake Smith. Jake is one of the most talented distance runners in the UK right now and holds the British record for the under 23 Half Marathon. Jake grew up in Hong Kong which is known for its immense heat and dense population. Jake used to train on a treadmill and was limited to just one hour of training outside a day. It was in Hong Kong that his the ability to cope with mileage came from and this has developed in re...

01-08
50:42

HUGO MILNER - GB International & Harvard Graduate

This episode of the podcast is with Hugo Milner. Hugo is unbeaten in his races in the road and cross-country season and is going from strength to strength as he looks to win the overall Cross Challenge as well as book his place on the plane to Dublin at the end of November. Hugo has had a successful junior career and has now made the leap to senior competition. In this podcast, he discusses the importance of resting up, patience, and hard work when it comes to the success of any y...

11-11
56:16

UPDATE - Coates Out and Athletes Left Penniless

Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term venture for me and I am just getting started. I appreciate any followers of the pod and I welcome you on this journey.

10-24
30:34

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09-01
00:04

OLYMPIC SPECIAL - WHAT'S GOING ON IN TOKYO WITH LEE THOMPSON

Olympic Special! The first episode in a series of Olympic Specials where Sam speaks with Athletes, Supporters and Coaches in the run up to the Olympics! This episode is with Lee Thompson. Since his team Bronze at the European Indoor Championships in February, Lee has been going from strength to strength and has been selected to run for the Mixed and Men's 4x400m relay. Lee talks about his journey to Tokyo, the kit he's received and even meeting Alistair Brownlee whilst campaign...

07-29
22:26

Oliver Dustin - 20 Year Old Olympian, Ready To Take On The Best In The World

This episode of the podcast is with Oliver Dustin. Known for his exceptional kick and ability to win top-class races, Oliver talks about his progression in the last few months and his passion for the sport. Really hope you enjoy the episode and make sure to leave a review. Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-ter...

07-03
44:33

Team GB Olympic Trials Preview ft Sunday Plodcast's Matt Seddon and Countless Olympic Hopefuls

This episode of the pod is a preview of the British Olympic Trials that are taking place in Manchester on 25th, 26th and 27th June. Sam reached out to dozens of British athletes who are looking to book their place on the GB team for the Olympics this weekend. Matt, from the Sunday Plodcast, joined in on the action to share his expertise and reaction to what many of the athletes had to say. Follow @crickcastpod and @sundayplodcast now for the best podcast content in the country....

06-25
01:10:39

Adam Clarke - The Importance of Patience in Track & Field

Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term venture for me and I am just getting started. I appreciate any followers of the pod and I welcome you on this journey.

05-29
49:00

Henry McLuckie - The 18 Year Old Talent Aiming for The World Championships

Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term venture for me and I am just getting started. I appreciate any followers of the pod and I welcome you on this journey.

04-24
35:58

Build Up for UoB Track & Field Series Ft Jonny Currie and Top Athletes

Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term venture for me and I am just getting started. I appreciate any followers of the pod and I welcome you on this journey.

04-17
43:54

Phil Norman - British Steeplechase Champion On His Journey To The Olympics

This episode of the podcast is with Phil Norman. Phil is a British Steeplechase athlete that, at the time of recording, had just won the Comeback 5000m at Battersea Park. This was a win that rewarded Phil with a 50% share of a £1500 prize pot. I was so excited to talk to him as what I already knew about his story was inspiring. What took place in the next 50 minutes of talking to him was nothing short of inspirational. For many athletes in the UK, they have to make sacrif...

04-03
51:14

Keely Hodgkinson - 19 year old European Champion.

This episode of the podcast is with Keely Hodgkinson. Keely became the Senior European 800m Champion days after her 19th birthday and early this year ran a world-leading time of 1:59.03. I thoroughly enjoyed this podcast and it shows the personal side of another world-class athlete. Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out...

03-20
30:41

4x400m Relay Team - European Bronze Medalists!

This episode of the podcast is with 5 of the 6 athletes that were in the British 4x400m team at the European champ. Topics covered: Lead Up to The Championships Best Advice They Received from Team Mates Plans for 2021 and Beyond Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term venture for me and I am just getting started. ...

03-13
30:23

Road To Euros - Jessie Knight, School Teacher and British Champion, Ready To Perform in Europe

This episode of the podcast is with British 400m hurdle Champion, Jessie Knight. It was great to catch up with Jessie just hours away from competing at the European Indoor Championships. Jessie is competing in the 400m and the 4x400m relay. Having stepped away from the sport in 2017, she is back with more motivation and drive than ever to succeed. We wish Jessie the best of luck in her individual event and for the relay at the weekend! Support this podcast - https://www.buymeacoffee...

03-04
11:27

Road To Euros - Issy Boffey, In PB Shape Going Into Her 1st Senior Championships

This episode of the series is with 800m athlete Issy Boffey. Issey has been in incredible form, setting a new Personal Best in New York a few weeks ago. I spoke to Issy just after she had finished her final training session before the championships began! We wish Issy the best of luck in her heat of the 800m on Friday morning! Support this podcast - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crickcastpod Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of...

03-04
08:17

Road To Euros - Phil Sesemann, Last Minute Call-Up Leads To His 1st GB Track Vest

This episode of the series is with endurance athlete, Phil Sesemann. Phil received a late call up for a place on the team due to a withdrawal in the 3000m from Marc Scott. It was great to catch up with Phil and it is so good to see him on the team as this is his first Track appearance for his country. The fact that he wanted to run in the Olympic Marathon Trials in Novemeber just goes to show the incredible range that Phil has in the locker. We wished Phil the best of luck in the cha...

03-02
09:37

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