Run Things Podcast

Kev and Clare stick to their promise to record a pod within 2 weeks and it focuses on all things Brighton Marathon. They speak to Dave who ran pushing his adult son Stevie in a wheelchair, catch up with matt about the things that make him get emotional at races, and move recording locations several times (apologies folks)! Enjoy!

Kev, Clare and the stars align to allow a long awaited podcast recording after a 7 month hiatus. Kev and Clare keep it simple and have a recap on what has been going on in running and life whilst they've been away. They have a long overdue check in with Matt, and Kev insults just about every person he hasn't previously insulted. Enjoy!

Well we're back, again! It's been a while but Clare and Kev catch up with each other, Matt and Mr Slack about all things running, New Zealand, drinking and stags. Recorded in various outdoor venues around worthing so the sound quality is ya know... interesting! 

Kev and Clare are back to talk all things Brighton Marathon. They speak to Matt to get his take on being a spectator, followed by Ash who came back 6 months after her first Brighton to take nearly an hour off her time! They also re-cap on their own marathon experience and Clare has a cry. 

Clare and Kev upgrade Matt to official guest, they battle with sound issues and we're going to totally blame it on Storm Eunice. They talk weather, cancelled races and Kev manages to insult almost everyone... Enjoy!

Kev and Clare are back! is it a new season? who really knows! They speak with Robbie Britton, Ultra-endurance coach and athlete about racing, pacing and pizza. Oh and his book 1001 running tips. Matt also returns  for a random chat section, along with your normal dose of ridiculous innuendo to pass the time. Enjoy!

Kev and Clare chat with actual legit published author and adventurer extraordinaire, Elise Downing. She speaks about the epic challenge of running 5000 miles around the coast of Britain self supported, and trust me when I say there are many lols along the way.  They also talk bullying on and off social media, the training aids that you think are nonsense, and the (now) regular check in with Matt. It's a good one folks! 

Kev and Clare talk running and mental health with all the Matts. Think favourite events, porter loos, marching bands, Run Up to Christmas, and some random chatter about radio talk shows and Miranda's. It's a load of nonsense really, but you'll probably laugh at least once. 

TRIGGER WARNING - This episodes contains discussions on OCD and intrusive thoughts that some listeners may find difficult. Kev and Clare discuss London marathon, racing and usual Run Things nonsense.  Matt is back for the second week for his superior guest slot where they mostly talk roast dinners. Followed bu a much more insightful catch up with Sarah, discussing her experience of being diagnosed with OCD and how running helped her find her self again. 

Run Things are back!! After an unplanned hiatus season 3 lands with a bang. Kev and Clare talk to awesome runner and all round good guy Bari aka Usingh Bolt about volunteering for mental health charities, running multiple marathons, and so much more. Also special guest appearance from often mentioned Matt Oades, who gets a surprise call to chat Run Things!

Kev and Clare have far too long of an intro where the welcome a new feature - running moans and groans. Then they speak to Dave about how running saved his life, the 100 marathon club, being in the olympic opening ceremony, and a whole host of other wonderful stories. 

Kev and Clare talk to Kirsty about beach volleyball, interesting approaches to training for a marathon and how having a goal isn't always the best for you mental wellbeing. There is also a healthy dose of nonsense, along with the usual Run Things news. 

Clare an Kev are back and almost regular for a change. This week they're going back in time to meet, weirdly, Kev's friend who just so happens to also be his former PE teacher and form tutor from years 7-9.They talk history, talent, running 100 marathons and teaching in the Covid world.

Kev and Clare are back to talk all things fast running, slow running, motherhood and dropping your ego with @projectmarathongirl aka Jordan.There is your usual run things nonsense, some swears and at least two unedited burps from Kev.Enjoy

After a hiatus due to Clare having a baby and Kv building a gym in his garden the two are back to talk mostly nonsense and the occasional interesting moment of run chat.

** Trigger Warning ** Clare and kev chat their usual nonsense before speaking with Henry. Henry (aka the bearded runner) is running 52 half marathons to raise money and awareness for male suicide charities after his brother took his own life. Henry talks openly and honestly about his experiences and some listeners may find the content triggering.

Amidst the uncertainty of a near world wide lock down due to coronavirus. Kev and Clare talk to Professor Andy Lane about how we all might get through this using his knowledge as a sports psychologist.

Kev and Clare are back talking about the cancellations of races across the UK, before speaking to Em who has lived through more than one natural disaster in New Zealand. Em talks about dentistry, zumba, a rather terrible half marathon and the importance of exercise as a resilience strategy in hard times.

Clare and Kev are back with season 2, or at least that's what they're calling it having had a bit of a Run up to Christmas hiatus. They chat with Gina a relatively new runner about to take on 2 marathons, and her story of post natal depression.

Trigger warning.Episode 15 is a 'special', of sorts. 16 years to the day that their dad took his own life, Kev, Milly and Bod talk openly and honestly about what their dad meant to them and ultimately how they dealt with his suicide. Three siblings, three different takes on life and death.

Trigger Warning This episode Clare and Kev catch up with Jon. A year on from Berlin Marathon and a year on from Jon's breakdown. We speak openly about the experiences of negative mental health which some may find triggering.

This week Kev and Clare catch up following a bit of a break form the pod, talk all things Run Things meet up at the New Forest, and re-cap with Luke and Sam two RTRC members who ran in the New Forest Marathon in club colours.

Clare and Kev talk to Natasha Devon MBE, a writer and campaigner. She travels schools and colleges throughout the UK delivering classes and conducting research with teenagers, teachers and parents on mental health, body image and social equality.

Kev catches up with Clare pre and post her Outlaw Triathlon. Things get pretty emotional as lets just say it didn't quite go to plan.

Kev and Clare talk about running etiquette and the spiralling costs of race entry, before catching up with Lynn (@lm_findlay) about running therapy. Theres a healthy dose of Kev insulting people, mostly ultra runners this time. Oh and Clare gets thoroughly embarrassed at sexual innuendos... We hope you like it!

Clare and Kev talk running in hot weather, training, and get a chance to chat to Paul (a run things supporter/normal bloke) about running clubs.

Kev and Clare finally get another episode out there. This time chatting with Liz around the importance that physical activity can play in cancer treatment.

This week Clare and Kev chat body image ahead of mental health awareness week. Then Kev buggers off to America and leaves Clare holding the fort speaking with Hope Virgo, a mental health campaigner, author and activist fighting for change in how we diagnose and support those with eating disorders.

Kev and Clare have a pre and post London Marathon chat with Cathy. Where we talk all things marathons, ultras, smiling through pain, and being raised by actual lions.

Clare and Kev speak to Lucy about running, eating disorders, and the joys of shovelling poo with the ones you love.

Clare and Kev talk to Ben about music, running around Yorkshire and drinking beer.

Kev has a brief catch up with Clare in Malaysia before having a proper long chat with the super inspiring Helen about her awesome cycling adventures around the world, jobs, marriage, life and mental health among other topics. This really is the longest 15 minutes of your life.

This week after public outcry, Clare agreed to interview Kev. They Talk about Kev's reason for runnning, why last year was such a tough one with regard to sport and have a whole bunch of lols. Trigger warning: This episode discusses suicide and other issue relating to mental health.