Podcasts about Dewi Griffiths

On this episode the boys welcome Dewi Griffiths.The boys zip through growing up on a farm through to Olympic dreams and the weird race Dewi would love to attempt one day!Let's go! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we spoke to 2:09 marathon man, Dewi Griffiths. The Wales and Great Britain international talked us through his career so far; from making the Commonwealth Games team in 2014 and running his 2:09 debut in 2017, to struggling with injuries and illnesses more recently and now trying to work his way back to his best. Enjoy!

Carwyn Harris and Lucy Jones are joined by Dewi Griffiths to give their review on Wales' game against Italy.

Carwyn Harris, Lucy Jones are joined by Dewi Griffiths to discuss Wales' performance vs Scotland whilst Craig Manson provides the Scottish perspective from yesterday's game at the Principality Stadium.

Yn ymuno â ni wthnos ma', mae Dewi Griffiths - un or rhedwyr Cymraeg gorau erioed. - Marathon 2:09 - ail amser cyflyma i Gymro erioed. - Gemau'r gymanwlad 2014 - Hanner marathon Caerdydd - 61:33 - Pencampwr trawsgwlad. Cofiwch allwch gysylltu â ni ar nawrywrawr@hotmail.com neu trwy ein dudalennau Twitter neu Facebook.

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

Oi oi!! In this weeks episode, I spoke to GB International and 2:09 marathoner, Dewi Griffiths. We spoke all about his transition through the age groups, working on a farm and fitting his training around sheering the sheep!! Dewi is set to run in the World Championships in Doha later this year! Enjoy!

Here are the first three guests to feature in this podcast series, exploring interpretations of creativity from the perspective of staff, students, visitors and alumni at the Atrium, Faculty of Creative Industries, University of South Wales.

We are joined for the latest edition of Creatrium by Dewi Griffiths: film producer, lecturer and 'Horror' novelist. Dewi is a fascinating raconteur with a keen eye for chilling storylines...

We’re gearing-up for the 2018 European Athletics Championships, Dewi Griffiths’ comeback continues, there’s a tech solution to athletes overheating, and bears stop play in a Canadian trail marathon. Martin speaks to Marco Gazzelloni about the brilliant short film, I Run On, and also to the amazing Peter Thompson following his incredible run along the entire Tour de France route. Plus, Tom’s back from Japan.

Dewi Griffiths returns to winning ways in London, there’s a new marathon relay record, and a triple-buggy half marathon record. Tom speaks to Pete Woodward about his epic journey along the 268-miles of the Spine Race, Facebook Friday asks you what one food you could never give up, and Martin's been camping, swimming, and Strava segmenting.

The Robin Hood Marathon is no more, Rupp PBs over 13.1 miles, Kathrine Switzer is running London, Dewi Griffiths is out of the Commonwealth Games, and there’s news of dodgy doping bottles! Tony’s here with some Trials, Tribe Nutrition sponsor Rate Your Run, there’s a rapid-fire Facebook Friday, and Martin speaks to mindful runner William Pullen.

Camille Herron smashes the world 100-mile record, Charlotte Purdue runs 2:30 for fun, Tom speaks to Wales’ latest sub 2:10 man Dewi Griffiths, Training Talk gets back to basics, Facebook Friday celebrates your marathon cock-ups, Santa’s back with his Sack, plus you guys Rate Your Run, stand atop the Podium, and climb aboard the Launch Pad.

Following on from Aly Dixon’s chat with Claire last week, we’ve a pretty marathon-heavy pod. Mo Farah is hopping on a plane to get good at running them; Jonny Mellor won’t be getting on a plane, despite having raced one really fast; and Dewi Griffiths...

On this week's show we speak to Welsh runner Dewi Griffiths following his incredible performance at the Frankfurt Marathon where he ran 2.09.49. We talk about how he made this step up to the next level, the influence of Steve Jones, winging it on Marathon day, and how catching sheep improves the core. If you like this episode please SUBSCRIBE to get every episode delivered to you before everyone else.  Join the conversation! If you want to join in, request a guest or chat about this episode then head over to the Strava Group (https://www.strava.com/clubs/144083) Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/letsgetrunning) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/letsgetrunning/) | Email us | Buy merch at the shop. (https://www.letsgetrunning.co.uk/shop?category=Running+Clothing) Lastly, don't forget to rate and review on iTunes! (https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/lets-get-running-podcast/id1392963885?mt=2&app=podcast)  

Dewi Griffiths runs 2:09 in Frankfurt, Mo splits from Alberto, there’s controversy in Dublin, you ask us anything in Facebook Tuesday, Training Talk gets you back on your post-pregnancy running feet, Helen and Liz chat life after serious athletics, plus, you guys rock your Kit Around the World, stand atop the Podium, and climb aboard the Launch Pad.

Chris Thompson takes down Callum Hawkins, Dewi Griffiths smashes himself a massive half marathon PB, Bekele falls out with his agent, Toni Reavis reflects on Berlin, Joan Benoit’s aiming for sub three in Chicago, and there’s fun and games in Slovakia. Plus, Martin interviews Russell Bentley following his 2:20 marathon in Berlin, and Tom’s back from the States.

'A String of Pearls' was heard for 25 years on BBC Radio Wales, hosted by Dewi Griffiths. He announced his retirement in 2014, after sixty years with the BBC. Dewi joined in 1954 as a Probationary Technical Assistant with The Welsh Home Service, working in Cardiff, before being transferred to television in 1956 . Dewi returned at the end of 1962 as BBC Wales formed its very own Sports Department. Over the next 30 years, Dewi directed the cameras at every rugby match played at Cardiff Arms Park. Dewi's happy memories were key to his twilight career at BBC Radio Wales, playing the songs and stars of yesteryear as presenter of 'A String of Pearls' on Sunday mornings.