Front Runner Radio

Front Runner Radio is a new podcast that will talk about all things running and people who run. Some you may know, most you won't, but they will all have a great story to tell. Most people we chat with will be involved in running, work in running or we have found some tenuous link because we want to chat with them. This series is intended to provide an insight into parts of the sport that most people don't openly talk about. Front Runner Radio is brought to you by the organisers of some of Wales' best mass participation road races, namely; Risk Kitchen Llanelli Half Marathon, Great Welsh Marathon and the JCP Swansea Half Marathon. To kick off our first episode, we sit down and chat with a friend of ours who has had a hit and miss relationship with running over the last few years, but has recently struck gold and found his mojo again. He is a great guy with a great story, so over to the show where David Martin-Jewell meets Martyn Simpson. Enjoy 👍Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta ©

Front Runner radio is a new podcast that will talk about people and running. Some you may know, most you won't, but they will all have a great story to tell. Most people we chat with will be involved in running, work in running or we have found some tenuous link because we want to chat with them. This series is intended to provide an insight into parts of the sport that most people don't openly talk about. Front Runner Radio is brought to you by the organisers of some of Wales' best mass participation events, namely; Llanelli Half Marathon, Great Welsh Marathon and the Swansea Half Marathon. So for episode 3, we sit down with a man who seems to have dedicated his life to all things running. James Thie is a father, husband, mentor, coach, runner and many other things besides. This man of many talents is a friend and I am very much looking forward to hearing his story. So it's over to the show, where Front Runner Radio meets James ThieEnjoy 👍You can follow James and find out more about what he does at:https://twitter.com/teamthiehttps://www.instagram.com/teamthie/Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©*Note: This podcast was recorded during Dec 2019

Front Runner radio is a new podcast that will talk about all things running and people. Some you may know, most you won't, but they will all have a great story to tell. Most people we chat with will be involved in running, work in running or we have found some tenuous link because we want to chat with them. This series is intended to provide an insight into parts of the sport that most people don't openly talk about. Front Runner Radio is brought to you by the organisers of some of Wales' best mass participation events, namely; Llanelli Half Marathon, Great Welsh Marathon and the Swansea Half Marathon. For episode 3 we met with Matt Clowes. Matt is a great runner, who talks about married life, running goals, operating theatres and costing David a small fortune in prize money. Enjoy 👍You can follow Matt and find out more about what he does at:https://twitter.com/mattclowesyhttps://www.instagram.com/mattclowesy/Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©*Note: This podcast was recorded during Dec 2019

Front Runner radio is a new podcast that will talk about all things running and people. Some you may know, most you won't, but they will all have a great story to tell. Most people we chat with will be involved in running, work in running or we have found some tenuous link because we want to chat with them. This series is intended to provide an insight into parts of the sport that most people don't openly talk about. Front Runner Radio is brought to you by the organisers of some of Wales' best mass participation events, namely; Llanelli Half Marathon, Great Welsh Marathon and the Swansea Half Marathon. For our 4th episode, we sit down with Amy Seppman, the Marketing Director of JCP Solicitors, the Title Partner for the multi-award winning JCP Swansea Half Marathon. Amy is a very busy business woman, mum, runner, triathlete, and she chats with David explaining just how her family juggle and maintain a busy and active lifestyle.Enjoy 👍Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©*Note: This podcast was recorded during Dec 2019

Front Runner radio is a new podcast that will talk about all things running and people. Some you may know, most you won't, but they will all have a great story to tell. Most people we chat with will be involved in running, work in running or we have found some tenuous link because we want to chat with them. This series is intended to provide an insight into parts of the sport that most people don't openly talk about. Front Runner Radio is brought to you by the organisers of some of Wales' best mass participation events, namely; Llanelli Half Marathon, Great Welsh Marathon and the Swansea Half Marathon. For our 5th episode, we are doing something a little different as we let you into our world of event management. The Delivery Management Team at Front Runner Events discuss a number of things that frustrate us, concern us and excite us about managing mass participation running events. This is a behind the scenes, honest and open discussion between team members and friends who are happy to speak candidly about what we do. You can follow us on on:Twitter: @FrontRunEventsFaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/FrontRunnerEventsLtd/Enjoy 👍Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©*Note: This podcast was recorded during Dec 2019

This week David chats with Matt Rogerson, owner and founder of Kind Earth; A vegan supermarket with sustainable and environmentally sound products. Whilst Kind Earth is trying to do its bit for the planet, Matt explains some of the challenges he faces with his forward thinking business. Matt also talks about his own running events, namely the Born To Run ultra series, plus others as well as his own fantastic running challenges. A friend of the team for many years, Matt talks about a different approach to event management, what it's like to help the Front Runner Events team and providing some unique and very bespoke finisher goodies 👍So over to David & Matt Rogerson for episode 6Enjoy🎙📻🗣🎧

For this week's episode we chat with Eamonn Kirk, a friend of the team who is well known in running circles in and around Swansea and South Wales. A Swansea Harrier, Vegan Runner and a lover of hills; Eamonn chats with David about the benefits he gets from running and how he is able to treat races differently these days and how he gets more enjoyment out of running races without necessarily chasing a time, podium place or PB. A writer, pianist and chorister plus much more besides, its time to go over to David and Eamonn and for episode 7For more information on Chi Running go to: https://www.chirunning.com/Enjoy🎙📻🗣🎧Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©*Note: This podcast was recorded during Jan 2020

For this week's episode we chat with Richie Powell, who, as a Team GB wheelchair athlete has seen and done it all. Richie has a fascinating story and he talks about his racing career as an elite wheelchair athlete, his life, his injury and what helped him go into the sport he clearly loves. With a lot of success to his name, he discusses the challenges, the drive and ambition that keeps him participating and competing today.  An accomplished guitarist, keen angler and so much more, its time to go over to David and Richie and for episode 8.To found out more on Richie Powell, go to:https://www.facebook.com/richie.powell.501https://twitter.com/richiepowell2https://www.instagram.com/richiewheelz/For more information on Chi Running go to: https://www.chirunning.com/Enjoy🎙📻🗣🎧Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©

For episode 8 we chat with Richie Powell, who, as a Team GB wheelchair athlete has seen and done it all. Richie has a fascinating story and he talks openly and candidly about his racing career as an elite wheelchair athlete, his life, his life changing injury and what helped him get into the sport he clearly loves. With a lot of success to his name, he discusses the challenges, the drive and ambition that keeps him participating and competing today. An accomplished guitarist, keen angler and so much more, it's time to hand over to David and Richie for episode 8 of #FrontRunnerRadioTo find out more about Richie Powell, go to:https://www.facebook.com/richiepowell.501https://twitter.com/richiepowell2https://www.instagram.com/richiewheelzEnjoy🎙📻🗣🎧Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©

This week, David chats with local endurance runner and coach Gary Howells about his achievements in running, coaching and triathlon and discusses his goals for the coming year. Let's just say Gary like likes a challenge. Info on the Marathon Des Sables: https://marathondessables.co.uk/race-overview/Info on the Grand to Grand Ultra: https://g2gultra.com/g2g-ultra-race/courseFor more information and to follow Gary Howells go to:https://garyhowells.co.ukhttps://twitter.com/garyhowells45 https://www.facebook.com/ghsportstherapy/ https://www.instagram.com/garyhowellsruncoaching Enjoy🎙📻🗣🎧Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©*Note: This week's episode was recorded in a live office environment

This week, David chats with Sharon Leech, mum of international runner Josh Griffiths. It seems that Sharon has spent her life completely immersed in running not only as a runner herself, but she works as a social running activator, is mum of an athlete and a running event commentator. For some great insight on this and so much more, over to David and Sharon Leech.Enjoy🎙📻🗣🎧Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©*Note: This week's episode was recorded during the first week of February 2020 and in a live office environment. 

For episode 11, I am chatting with the co-founder of RaceCheck.com, Katerina Tanti. Kat is also an accomplished triathlete, ultra-runner, supporter of Chelsea, mum, wife and owner of Luna the dog, who makes an unexpected appearance. We chat about all things Racecheck, #VisorClub and its origins and much more. Web: https://racecheck.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/racecheckFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/racecheck/racecheckcommunityFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/racecheck/App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/racecheck/id1227669335?ls=1So over to David and Katerina for episode 11Enjoy🎙📻🗣🎧Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©*Note: This week's episode was recorded during the first week of February 2020 and in a live office environment. 

Following our briefly disrupted run of weekly shows due to the coronavirus outbreak, we are back. For episode 12, I am chatting with Matt Ward. Matt has worked in the running event world for around 20 years and is an accomplished commentator, event organiser and marketeer. Web: https://www.runcomm.co.ukTwitter: https://twitter.com/mattward_mcSo over to David and Matt for episode 12Enjoy🎙📻🗣🎧Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©*Note: This week's episode was recorded via Zoom and in live household environments.

This week David chats with a great and multi-talented man. Jimmy Watkins has reached sporting and musical highs in both athletics and music; from being an elite athlete representing Team GB in the 800m in 2006, to performing in the band Future of the Left. Today he can be found running around Llanelli and hosting the Megabus to the Ritz podcast. This week's episode was recorded during the lockdown and as you will hear, there are a number of disruptions from doorbells, animals and children which has all been left in as a reminder that life is a little odd at the moment and as a record of the time. So, over to David and Jimmy for episode 13 of Front Runner Radio, Enjoy🎙📻🗣🎧Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©*Note: This week's episode was recorded via Zoom and in live household environments

So, for this week’s episode I am sitting down Carys-Mai Hughes, who is great runner and regular podium finisher across all of our events.  We find out more about her personal life, career, travelling what motivates her.  Clearly, she is someone who enjoys life to the full as we delve into her interests and why she loves running so much.  Due to a technical matter, the conversation ends abruptly which was only picked up during the edit. So apologies to Carys for not being able to capture the full extent of our conversation. This week's episode was recorded during the lockdown and as you will hear, there are a number of disruptions in the background from my house. So, over to David and Carys for episode 14 of Front Runner Radio, Enjoy🎙📻🗣🎧Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©*Note: This week's episode was recorded via Zoom and in live household environments

For this week’s episode I chat and catch up with a man who really needs no introduction in Welsh running. Dewi Griffiths has become Wales' best long distance runner in recent times regularly representing Wales and Team GB at varied distances at XC and on the road. With a marathon PB of 2:09 and a half marathon PB of 61:33 and the only person to take 3 consecutive JCP Swansea Half Marathon titles, it is plain to see why Dewi is held in such high esteem. We talk about his drive, ambition, goals and achievements to date along with some of the disappointments he has had to face along the way.  So, over to David and Dewi for episode 15 of Front Runner Radio, Enjoy🎙📻🗣🎧Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©*Note: This week's episode was recorded via Zoom and in live household environments

For this week’s episode I chat and catch up with a local runner who has become a friend over the last few years, Craig Jones. Craig is a great runner and triathlete who is a regular podium finisher in both sports. With numerous events under his belt including representing Britain, 5 x Ironman Wales' and many many more besides, he really knows what it takes to train and compete at a high level. As he explains, it's not all been plain sailing, has he has overcome injury and setbacks.  So, over to David and Craig for episode 16 of Front Runner Radio, Enjoy🎙📻🗣🎧For more information on Craig and his design work, please visit:https://instagram.com/craigjonesdesigns?igshid=7ucg6uzegoo6https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/CraigJonesDesignsMusic written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©*Note: This week's episode was recorded via Zoom and in live household environments

Lowri Morgan is an extraordinary woman who has done some extraordinary things. Her achievements include: Completing the Amazon Jungle Ultra (220km)Arctic marathon 350 miles, Dragons Back race (315km across the spine of Wales), Lowri is also an accomplished broadcaster and the author of the absolutely brilliant book Beyond Limits which is available to buy now. This conversation looks at where Lowri gets her enthusiasm, determination and hunger for the challenges she sets herself. They say you shouldn't meet your heroes, I have now met Lowri a number of times and every time she amazes me with her positivity, outlook and ability to take on and conquer some of the toughest challenges on this planet!To follow Lowri on social media or to visit her website, please go to:  https://twitter.com/_LowriMorganhttps://instagram.com/_lowrimorganhttp://lowrimorgan.co.ukSo, over to David and Lowri Morgan for episode 17 of Front Runner Radio, Enjoy🎙📻🗣🎧Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©*Note: This week's episode was recorded via Zoom and in live household environments, so please excuse any background noises.

For episode 18, I am chatting with the CEO and Head of Registration Partnerships of RealBuzz Group, Tim Rogers and Nick Hollowood. Realbuzz are an entry management platform for some of the biggest events across the world and work extensively with the charity and fundraising sector. Realbuzz manage the entries across all Front Runner Events as well as being training and fitness partner. We talk about the current position of mass participation running events, how and when we think running events will recommence and the increase in virtual events, plus a whole lot more. Web: https://www.therealbuzzgroup.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/realbuzzcomFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/realbuzzcom/App (IOS): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/myrealbuzz/id1239271661App (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.realbuzz&hl=en_GBSo over to David, Tim and Nick for episode 18 of #FrontRunnerRadioEnjoy🎙📻🗣🎧Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©*Note: This week's episode was recorded via Zoom and in live household environments, so please excuse any background noises.

Episode 19 see our first in a series of international podcasts with runners and organisers from America. Following a number of posts on various social media platforms, there was great interest in discussing the current climate and what the future hold. First up is Mike Clark of Junction 311 events. Mike is based in North Carolina and has been organising running  events for the past 7 years and he felt it would be beneficial to chat to another race organiser. We talk about a number of similarities, as well as some of the differences and issues that organisers are facing across the wider running sector globally. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/junction311sports/So over to David and Mike for episode 19 of #FrontRunnerRadioEnjoy🎙📻🗣🎧Music written, created and provided by Forever Vendetta © A Front Runner Events Production ©*Note: This week's episode was recorded via Zoom and in live household environments, so please excuse any background noises.