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Jan. 31, 2024

Ep 35 - An In-depth interview with James Elson - Ultra through and th…

Kev gets a behind the scenes interview with Centurion Running owner, Race Director, international Athlete and Ultra guru James Elson. Yes Kev has man-fan syndrome but manages to stay professional throughout. So professional i...

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Jan. 24, 2024

Ep34 - In conversation with Sophie Bennett - Dragon Slayer and WD200 …

In this episode Kev, at last, catches up with Sophie Bennett who finished second female at the inaugural Centurion Winter Downs 200. Among many other ultra races Sophie also completed the Dragon’s Back Race in 2022. This is...

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Dec. 20, 2023

WD200 finishers and club mates host Kev and Matt Harper review the WD…

In this bonus episode Kev interviews Matt Harper, fellow Hart Road Runners club mate and finisher of the Centurion Winter Downs 200. If you are considering entering this or any other 200 miler, here is some more invaluable in...

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Dec. 19, 2023

Centurion Winter Downs 200 - The Last of Kev’s Treble

This episode details the conclusion to Kev’s 3 x 200 mile races in a calendar year. The inaugural Winter Downs 200 by Centurion. Best listened to on the run! https://www.centurionrunning.com/ https://www.centurionultrarunning...

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Aug. 18, 2023

Ep31 - Kev’s King Alfred’s Way Conquest

This episode details Kev’s race around the 220 mile King Alfred’s Way Ultra. This is the second part of his 3 x 200 mile race series in 2023. https://www.cockbainevents.com/ https://www.beyondmarathon.com/ https://www.hartroa...

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Aug. 8, 2023

Ep30 - A 200 mile Ultra is a long way. Is doing three in a season sen…

In this mini episode Kev owns up to his plans/experiment for running 3 x 200 miles in an ultra running season. Nutter! Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Pleas...

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Aug. 1, 2023

Ep29 - Kev & Lizzie do and review the Beacon’s Way 100

The episode covers the epic Beacon’s Way 100 mile ultra by GBUltras. Held in biblical weather conditions this has a lot of learning experience to share. It features both Kev’s take on the event and experience of completion, a...

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July 13, 2023

Ep28 - There is a first time for everything including going Ultra

In this episode Kev interviews, on the trail, Lynne Rashleigh and Caroline Dobbin. Two women new to Ultra running about their first time experiences. If you are planning stepping up to Ultra distance this is a must listen. I...

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June 30, 2023

Ep27 - Kev and Hannah do and review Ultra Wales 50

Kev’s not been around since the Northern Traverse so here is a chance to catch up with where he is at. This episode includes a ‘jog interview’ with Hannah Hall and reviews GB Ultras Ultra Wales 50 miler. https://www.gbultras....

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April 11, 2023

Ep 26 - Kev’s Northern Traverse Story

In this episode Kev tells the story of his 190 mile/300k run across England in the Northern Traverse Ultra race. The poor thing sounds awful in this episode due to a very viscous bout of the most extreme man flu! …

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March 23, 2023

Ep 25 - Northern Traverse Next up for Kev

Kev is tapering at the moment for the Northern Traverse, which is the non stop race across England from Coast to Coast. In this episode Kev gives some background as to how he got to this longest ultra run of …

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Feb. 1, 2023

Ep 24 - Arc Of Attrition 100..er well 57 anyway

Kev tackles the Arc of Attrition 100 round the rugged tip of Cornwall. Well it tackles him actually! https://mudcrew.co.uk/events/arc-of-attrition/ There is also an Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave...

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Sept. 15, 2022

Ep 22 - Dragon’s Back Race 2022 Special - Part 1

In this first episode of a two part special, Kev takes on the mighty Dragon’s Back race for the second time. This time the dragon puts up a hell of a fight that Kev takes head on! This episode covers …

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Sept. 15, 2022

Ep 23 - Dragon’s Back Race 2022 Special - Part 2

Kev continues his race down the spine of Wales, riding the dragon all the way to Cardiff. This episode covers days 3, 4, 5 & 6. https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/the-route

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Aug. 3, 2022

Ep 21 - Lakeland 100/50 Special

Kev attempts the British ultra marathon classic, the Montane Lakeland 100. This episode also features the Lakeland 50. Kev introduces you to more mid to back of pack runners, this time from Europe, who tell their stories and ...

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July 20, 2022

Ep 20 - Running a 100 mile Ultra - (Feat - Centurion SDW100)

Kev discusses running 100 miles with Hannah Hall and Lizzie Gatherer who both completed the Centurion South Downs 100 in June. If you are looking to step up to a 100 mile ultra marathon, looking for inside info, or just …

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June 24, 2022

Ep 19 - Great Lakeland 3 Day feature

Kev updates the latest local ultra race news. This episode features the GL3D, the perfect event to start your multi-day mountain ultra experience. Featuring https://ultramadlizzie.wixsite.com/ultramadlizzie/post/gwynne-harris...

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April 15, 2022

Ep 18 - An Interview With Sarah Francis - Mountain Ultra Specialist

Kev returns in interview mode with a great guest in Sarah Francis. With 22 years of mountain marathons behind her, Sarah is the most experienced mountain ultra runner Kev has ever met. In this highly insightful interview, Sar...

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Jan. 15, 2022

Lizzie’s First Backyard Ultra

This episode has been sometime in the making! It details Elizabeth Gatherer’s first attempt at a Backyard Ultra. The show covers all the planning and approach to one of these events with no known end! Backyard’s are very diff...

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Sept. 11, 2021

Ep 16 Final Dragon’s Back Special #7

In the last episode in this series of specials Kev gets eaten up and spat out by the Dragon. It’s the conclusion of a years training and podcast recording of his journey to the mighty Dragons Back Race. If you …

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Aug. 31, 2021

Ep 15 Dragons Back Special #6

So it is just five days to the race start! To reduce his boredom during his taper, Kev makes this boring episode taking you through all his equipment choices for the DBR. If you are racing the event, planning entering …

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Aug. 27, 2021

Ep14 Dragon’s Back Special #5

Kev recces Day 4 of the Dragon’s Back Race. Also he joins some of the children at a FreeToBeKids camp to hear what they think of life outside a big city. Please follow the link below to donate to bettering …

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June 29, 2021

Ep13 - Dragon’s Back Race Special #4

Kev and Lizzie recce Day2 of the Dragon’s Back Race from Nant Gwynant to Dolgellau. Kev also travels up to London to interview Rachel Nichols of FreeToBeKids , Kev’s chosen charity for the DBR. Rachel gives us an insightful l...

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June 21, 2021

Ep12 - Dragon’s Back Special #3

Kev recces the mighty Day1 from Conwy Castle to Nant Gwynant, taking him over the Snowdon Massif. This special episode also includes an interview with fellow Dragon in Training, Olly Harrison

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