In this episode, Matt interviews Jake Barraclough, a runner based in Japan, who shares his journey from Birmingham to Tokyo, his experiences with the extreme humidity while training, and the unique culture surrounding running in Japan, particularly the Ekiden races. Jake discusses his transition from a troubled past with injuries to becoming a competitive marathoner, his YouTube journey documenting his experiences, and his recent partnership with Brooks. The conversation also touches on the differences in running culture between Japan and the UK, and Jake's aspirations for the future. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off!
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the distance action from the final two days in Tokyo, as well as talking through the World Champs as a whole. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off!
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the action from the first two days at the Tokyo World Championships that featured a stunning 10,000m victory from Jimmy Gressier, and much more. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the big hitters going into next weekend's World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off!
In this week's episode, Matt welcomed London Marathon CEO and Race Director, Hugh Brasher to the podcast. Hugh has been involved with the iconic race since it first started back in 1981 and he shared his insights and memories from over the years. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off!
In this week's episode, Oli welcomed Tokyo Olympian and 8:15 Steeplechaser, Zak Seddon, to the podcast. Having switched up his training setup after the disappointment of not making the Paris Games, Zak talked through his track season that culminated with a Silver medal at the British Championships, and a new PB in Oordegem two weeks ago. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off!
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed Harry Wakefield to the podcast. Despite not starting up in the sport until his late 20's Harry has become one of the top runners on the domestic circuit in recent years. He's posted PB's of 1:47, 3:38, and 7:47 this season; all three being V35 British Records. Harry talks through his unconventional journey into running, his plans for taking himself to the next level, and much more. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com - use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off!
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed British 1500m champion, Sarah Calvert, to the podcast. After a huge breakthrough at the Trials last weekend in Birmingham, Sarah now finds herself chasing the World standard for a chance to compete in Tokyo. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com - use code TSP10 for 10% off.
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the distance action from the weekend's British Championships and World Trials. The pod features post race interviews from Josh Kerr, Georgia Hunter-Bell, Sarah Calvert, and Neil Gourley. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code TSP10 for 10% off!
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli preview all the action at next weekend's British Championships and World Championship Trials. Talking through all the distance events, they talk big hitters, key omissions, and ones to watch. Make sure to check out our British Champs prediction contest on instagram @SundayPlodcast. Presented by Sportsshoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from yesterday's London Diamond League. The meet featured a number of Brits; with standout performances from Josh Kerr, Georgia Hunter-Bell, Hannah Nutall, Innes Fitzgerald and Max Burgin. With British Champs just a couple weeks away, Matt and Oli talk through the big hitters. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this episode, Matt welcomed Frederik Ruppert to the podcast. Frederik shared his journey in the steeplechase; discussing his breakthrough 8:01 performance at the Rabat Diamond League, his training techniques, and the impact of some recent coaching changes. He reflects on the challenges he's faced during major championships and his aspirations for the future; emphasising the importance of support systems in German athletics and the evolving landscape of European steeplechasing. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed European U18 Silver-Medallist, Jess Bailey, to the podcast. A top athlete in her own right, but a supreme junior; Jess has a 5K PB of 15:07 at just 18 years of age. Based at Birmingham Uni and coached by Dean Miller, who we had on the pod back in January, Jess spoke about life as a BUAC fresher, keeping it fluffy (whatever that means), and much more. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week’s episode, Matt and Oli sat down with New Mexico head coach, Darren Gauson. Darren is one of very few British coaches currently working in the NCAA, and he took over the lobos in 2023. We talked about his coaching journey so far; from working as a graduate assistant at Butler, to his goal to retain professionals at New Mexico alongside his college team in the future, and everything in-between. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talked through all the action from the Paris Diamond League that featured George Mills and Georgia Hunter-Bell. The Diamond League circuit is producing serious times right now, and the boys debate how these performances might translate to championship performances later in the summer. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from last night's British 10,000m Championships and World Trials. They also caught up with winners Emile Cairess and Megan Keith, as well as silver medallist, Calli Hauger-Thackery. Presented by SportsShoes.com
This week on the podcast: Matt sits down with British middle-distance runner Ellie Leather, now based in the U.S. and competing professionally with Under Armour. Fresh off a new 800m personal best of 2:02.19 in Los Angeles, Ellie discusses her journey from collegiate athletics to becoming a full-time professional runner. She shares insights into her training, mindset, and aspirations for the 2025 track season. Presented by SportsShoes.com – your destination for the latest running gear.
This week on the pod, Matt and Oli are joined by Jake Shelley from the International Testing Agency (ITA) to dive into the world of anti-doping in athletics. With experience in both athletics and cycling, Jake offers a behind the scenes look at how global agencies work to keep sport clean; from testing protocols to tracking down cheats. A must-listen for anyone curious about the fight against doping in elite sport. Presented by SportsShoes.com
This week, Matt sat down with Alistair Cragg, Irish Olympian and current head coach of North Carolina's Puma Elite, to discuss his growing impact on British distance running. Now based in North Carolina, Cragg is guiding top UK athletes including Patrick Dever, Rose Harvey, and Jack Rowe, as they chase major championships over the marathon. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
🎙️ This week, Matt and Oli are joined by coaching legend and two-time Olympian Ed Eyestone; the man behind BYU’s rise to dominance in collegiate cross country and distance running. With over 25 years leading the BYU program, Ed shares incredible stories from his career, including what it takes to develop NCAA champions and Olympians. He dives into his coaching philosophy, how he builds team culture, and what it’s been like guiding some of the biggest names in U.S. distance running, including Conner Mantz, Clayton Young, and Kenneth Rooks, from promising student-athletes to professional stars. 🔗 Presented by SportsShoes.com – your destination for the latest performance running gear.