The Sunday Plodcast
The Sunday Plodcast
The Sunday Plodcast, presented by SportsShoes.com, is the running podcast dedicated to getting you through that Sunday Plod. Whether you’re listening pre, during, or post run; it doesn’t really matter though. We aim to raise the profile of elite distance running by providing our listeners with insights into the lives and training of top athletes and coaches, along with discussions around current news and trends within the sport.
Episodes
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Jan 27, 2026 • 36min
Weekend Round Up: NB GP, Cardiff BMC, & More
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the action from the past weekend, as well as looking ahead to Milrose Games and BUCS XC. Enjoy!Presented by SportsShoes.com
Jan 25, 2026 • 1h 8min
Elise Cranny
In this week's episode, Matt welcomed US Olympian, Elise Cranny, to the podcast. Having recently joined the M11 track club under coaches, Trevor Painter and Jenny Meadows, the former BTC and Stanford athlete talked through her transition into the new programme, and much more. Enjoy!Presented by SportsShoes.com
Jan 15, 2026 • 1h 5min
BONUS: World XC Review (w/ Dave Mullarkey)
Matt and Oli review all the action from the World Cross Country Championships last weekend, before welcoming Dave Mullarkey to the podcast. The Flagstaff based Brit finished 26th last weekend and he talked through his preparations going in and much more. Enjoy!Presented by SportsShoes.com
Jan 15, 2026 • 56min
BONUS: Valencia 10K Review (w/ Joe Wigfield)
Matt and Oli review all the action from Valencia 10K last weekend; welcoming Joe Wigfield to the podcast. The St Mary's-based athlete, fresh off his 27:38 in Valencia talks through his British Record performance and much more. Enjoy!Presented by SportsShoes.com
Jan 7, 2026 • 58min
BONUS EP: World XC & Valencia 10K Preview
In this bonus episode, Matt and Oli preview all the upcoming action this weekend at the World Cross Country Championships in Florida, and the Valencia 10K. Enjoy!Presented by SportsShoes.com
Dec 21, 2025 • 28min
S5 Ep50: EP 250: Season 5 Finale
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the latest news on the UK circuit; focussing on the recently announced British team for the World Cross Country Championships in Florida next month. They also round up season 5 of the podcast; talking through what episodes have been listened to most, and discussing their own highlights. Presented by SportsShoes.com
Dec 15, 2025 • 37min
S5 Ep49: EP 249: Euro XC REVIEW
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from Portugal at the European Cross Country Championships; talking through all the races but focussing on the senior competitions that saw Thierry Ndikumwenayo and Nadia Battocletti crowned victorious. Enjoy!Presented by SportsShoes.com
Dec 9, 2025 • 48min
BONUS EP: Euro XC PREVIEW
In this bonus episode, Matt and Oli preview all the action at this weekend's European cross country championships. Enjoy!Presented by SportsShoes.com
Dec 7, 2025 • 36min
S5 Ep48: EP 248: Valencia Marathon REVIEW
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from the Valencia Marathon; focusing on the Brits at the sharp end of the race, including Alex Yee and Natasha Wilson. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
Nov 30, 2025 • 1h 2min
S5 Ep47: EP 247: Jake Wightman & John Hartigan
In this week's episode, Matt sat down with Tokyo World Championship Silver medalist, Jake Wightman, and his coach, John Hartigan. Jake and John talked through their new relationship as athlete and coach; culminating with Jakes return to the podium this summer. Enjoy!Presented by SportsShoes.com
