

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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Sep 6, 2025 • 1h 12min
S5 Ep35: EP 235: Tokyo World Champs PREVIEW
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the big hitters going into next weekend's World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Enjoy!
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Sep 2, 2025 • 49min
Weekend Round Up: World Champs Team Reaction & More!
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli react to the finalised British team for the World Championships in Tokyo, as well as chatting through all the races over the past week. Enjoy!
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Aug 30, 2025 • 33min
S5 Ep34: EP 234: Hugh Brasher
In this week's episode, Matt welcomed London Marathon CEO and Race Director, Hugh Brasher to the podcast. Hugh has been involved with the iconic race since it first started back in 1981 and he shared his insights and memories from over the years. Enjoy!
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Aug 23, 2025 • 45min
S5 Ep33: EP 233: Zak Seddon
In this week's episode, Oli welcomed Tokyo Olympian and 8:15 Steeplechaser, Zak Seddon, to the podcast. Having switched up his training setup after the disappointment of not making the Paris Games, Zak talked through his track season that culminated with a Silver medal at the British Championships, and a new PB in Oordegem two weeks ago. Enjoy!
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Aug 16, 2025 • 1h 2min
S5 Ep32: EP 232: Harry Wakefield
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed Harry Wakefield to the podcast. Despite not starting up in the sport until his late 20's Harry has become one of the top runners on the domestic circuit in recent years. He's posted PB's of 1:47, 3:38, and 7:47 this season; all three being V35 British Records. Harry talks through his unconventional journey into running, his plans for taking himself to the next level, and much more. Enjoy!
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Aug 11, 2025 • 43min
Weekend Round Up: Brits in Oordegem
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli review all the British action from the IFAM meeting in Oordegem on Saturday; featuring stellar runs from Zak Seddon and Sarah Tait. Enjoy!
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Aug 9, 2025 • 34min
S5 Ep31: EP 231: Sarah Calvert
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed British 1500m champion, Sarah Calvert, to the podcast. After a huge breakthrough at the Trials last weekend in Birmingham, Sarah now finds herself chasing the World standard for a chance to compete in Tokyo. Enjoy!
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Aug 4, 2025 • 1h 32min
S5 Ep30: EP 230: British Champs Review
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the distance action from the weekend's British Championships and World Trials. The pod features post race interviews from Josh Kerr, Georgia Hunter-Bell, Sarah Calvert, and Neil Gourley. Enjoy!
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Jul 26, 2025 • 1h 17min
S5 Ep29: EP 229: British Champs PREVIEW
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli preview all the action at next weekend's British Championships and World Championship Trials. Talking through all the distance events, they talk big hitters, key omissions, and ones to watch. Make sure to check out our British Champs prediction contest on instagram @SundayPlodcast.
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Jul 19, 2025 • 49min
S5 Ep28: EP 228: London DL Review
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from yesterday's London Diamond League. The meet featured a number of Brits; with standout performances from Josh Kerr, Georgia Hunter-Bell, Hannah Nutall, Innes Fitzgerald and Max Burgin. With British Champs just a couple weeks away, Matt and Oli talk through the big hitters. Enjoy!
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