The Way of the Runner - conversations on running with Adharanand Finn

'I ran in the world champs, then gave it up to start a band' - Interview with running punk Jimmy Watkins

Jun 10, 2024

Adharanand Finn chats with former runner turned musician, Jimmy Watkins, about racing idols, giving up running for a band, and rediscovering the joy of running. They discuss regrets, adventuring, and balancing running with music. Watkins shares funny running mishaps and the evolution of Running Punks community.

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Jimmy Watkins transitioned from elite athletics to music, finding solace and fulfillment in both paths.

Running Punks series emerged from Jimmy Watkins' innovative idea of reviewing albums while running during lockdown.

Jimmy Watkins balances regrets from his athletic career with musical triumphs, showcasing resilience and adaptability in pursuing creative endeavors.

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Jimmy Watkins: From Pro Runner to Musician

Jimmy Watkins, a former professional runner, shares his journey from elite athletics to pursuing a music career. After participating in world championships and European competitions, Jimmy felt a lack of support and uncertainty in his athletic career. He later transitioned to music, touring as a guitarist and starting a band. Reflecting on his dual paths, Jimmy expresses both acceptance of his choices and occasional regrets as he acknowledges the unique opportunities and challenges each path offered.

Intro

4min

Balancing Running and Music: The Journey of Joyce

4min

Exploring Environmentally Friendly Running Gear and Fuel Products

3min

Conversations with Jimmy Watkins about running and Running Punks

2min

Evolution of Running Punks Community and Transition to Professional Running

19min

Transition from Professional Athlete to Musician

16min

Evolution of Running Culture: From Outsider to Embracing the Sport

17min

Exploration of enjoying language in storytelling and upcoming music release information

2min

Interview with former world athletics finalist turned musician

2min

Author Adharanand Finn chats with Running Punks founder and viral video sensation Jimmy Watkins about racing his idols in the final of the World Athletics Championships, giving up the sport to form a band, and then rediscovering the joy of running many years later. Regrets? He’s had a few, but he has certainly lived a life too. And he is still adventuring to the limit.

Adharanand Finn is the author of three award-winning books, Running with the Kenyans (2012), The Way of the Runner (2014), and the Rise of the Ultra Runners (2019). Follow The Way of the Runner podcast on Instagram: @thewayoftherunner or find it at thewayoftherunner.com

The Way of the Runner podcast is sponsored by Mount to Coast, who make durable running shoes designed to go very long distances. Visit: mounttocoast.com

The podcast is also sponsored by Hit the Wall, who sell beautiful running-themed prints for your wall. Visit: hitthewall.co.uk

The Way of the Runner podcast is also sponsored by Veloforte, who make the best-tasting running fuel around. Visit veloforte.com

The podcast is also supported by Adharanand’s Patreon page, which is full of original and exclusive material: patreon.com/adharanandfinn

Music by Starfrosch

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The Way of the Runner - conversations on running with Adharanand Finn

'I ran in the world champs, then gave it up to start a band' - Interview with running punk Jimmy Watkins

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Jimmy Watkins: From Pro Runner to Musician

Running Punks: Mixing Music Reviews with Running

Creating a Dual Legacy: Sporting Regrets and Musical Triumphs

Running and Music Connection

Personal Transformation through Running

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'I ran in the world champs, then gave it up to start a band' - Interview with running punk Jimmy Watkins

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Jimmy Watkins: From Pro Runner to Musician

Running Punks: Mixing Music Reviews with Running

Creating a Dual Legacy: Sporting Regrets and Musical Triumphs

Running and Music Connection

Personal Transformation through Running

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