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The RunThrough Podcast

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143 episodes

2 days ago

On this episode of the RunThrough Podcast, actress Georgia May Foote joins host Ben Sheppard for a powerful and honest conversation about resilience, reinvention, and finding strength through running. Georgia shares her journey from starting out as a young actress to navigating the pressures of fame, personal identity, and the highly competitive entertainment industry. She speaks openly about living with vitiligo, an autoimmune condition that has had a profound impact on both her life and car...

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On this episode of the RunThrough Podcast, actress Georgia May Foote joins host Ben Sheppard for a powerful and honest conversation about resilience, reinvention, and finding strength through running. Georgia shares her journey from starting out as a young actress to navigating the pressures of fame, personal identity, and the highly competitive entertainment industry. She speaks openly about living with vitiligo, an autoimmune condition that has had a profound impact on both her life and car...

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Episodes (20/143)

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#141 - Zachariah Noble: From Pro Basketball to Love Island & Finding Change Through Running

Zachariah Noble joins the RunThrough Podcast to chat about his journey from professional basketball to Love Island, and how running has since become a huge part of his life. He opens up about the ups and downs of changing paths, the mental and physical challenges that came with it, and why staying active has been so important for his mindset. Host Ben Sheppard and Zachariah get into how sport shaped his discipline and consistency, what he’s learned about embracing change instead of fighting ...

3 days ago

50 minutes

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#140 - How Emma Bord Ran All 6 World Marathon Majors in One Year | Balancing Motherhood & Marathon Running

This episode of the RunThrough Podcast welcomes inspiring guest Emma Bord, a mother of three, personal trainer and marathon runner who opens up about balancing family life with her love for running. She speaks honestly about how motherhood has shaped her identity as an athlete, the discipline it takes to fit training around a busy schedule, and why staying active as a family is so important to her. Emma also shares how she encourages her children to enjoy movement and build healthy habits fro...

1 week ago

50 minutes

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#139 - Jack Faint Became the First Person to Run the Length of India & He Did It Living with a Brain Tumor

In this episode of The RunThrough Podcast, Jack Faint joins us to share the incredible story of running the entire length of India after a life changing brain tumour diagnosis. What started with a seizure and a moment that changed everything became a journey of travel, self discovery and learning to live fully in the present. Jack shares how endurance running evolved from a way to rebuild his health into a pursuit of ever-greater performance challenges — from taking on the Goggins Challenge ...

2 weeks ago

1 hour

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#138 - The Ultra Challenge Frankie Smyth Refused to Quit: Adapting, Overcoming & Finishing Strong

Ultra runner and women’s wellness coach Frankie Smyth set out to run 50km in all 15 UK National Parks in 15 days. In this episode of The RunThrough Podcast, hosted by Ben Sheppard, Frankie shares the full journey — from the spark of inspiration to the moment she crossed the final finish line. She talks about why she took on such a huge challenge, what she learned about resilience, and how the experience pushed her physically and mentally. Although she ultimately completed the challenge, Fran...

3 weeks ago

56 minutes

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#137 - The Power of Honest Storytelling & How Emily Crane Ran 12 Marathons at 22 | The RunThrough Podcast

In this episode of the RunThrough Podcast, writer and storyteller Emily Crane joins host Ben Sheppard for her first ever podcast conversation. Emily has built a refreshingly honest corner of the internet with writing-first videos, thoughtful narrations laid over completely ordinary moments. Instead of oversharing her own life, she writes for “everyone”, tapping into that comforting truth that none of us really know what we’re doing in our twenties (or beyond). Ben and Emily dive into why soci...

1 month ago

53 minutes

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#136 - How Aaliyah Unia Became a Leader for Muslim Women in Fitness | The RunThrough Podcast

In this episode of The RunThrough Podcast, fitness creator and marathon runner Aaliyah Unia sits down with host Ben Sheppard to share the story behind her journey. From growing up without access to fitness, navigating cultural expectations, and recovering from a traumatic head injury, to unintentionally becoming a source of inspiration for others, Aaliyah speaks openly about the challenges that shaped her. She reflects on hiding her early gym sessions from family, dealing with community stig...

1 month ago

58 minutes

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#135 - Wheelchair Athlete Poppy May: ‘It Can Be Your Anchor or Your Wings’ | The RunThrough Podcast

Join host Ben Sheppard on this moving episode of the RunThrough Podcast as he talks with Poppy May, aka Poppy May Fitness, about her extraordinary journey. As a teenager, Poppy faced a life-changing situation that left her in a wheelchair, but she refused to let it define her. She opens up about her struggles with mental health, accepting her new reality, and finding purpose through fitness and community. From racing in the London Marathon to inspiring thousands on Instagram, Poppy’s story i...

1 month ago

44 minutes

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#134 - Amy Lane & Tom Mannion Share the Story of Dave’s Run Club | Running, Community & Connection #RTPod

In this heartfelt episode of The RunThrough Podcast, host Ben Sheppard sits down with Amy Lane and Tom Mannion, who recently ran at the RunThrough Swindon Half, to explore the power of community, connection, and healing through running. The conversation dives into the story of Dave’s Run Club (DRC), founded in memory of a beloved family member, friend, and runner, and uncovers how this grassroots movement has united people to support one another both on and off the road. Running is more than...

1 month ago

49 minutes

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#133 - Running on Plants: Johnny Meatless Shares the Power of a Plant-Based Life #RTPod

In this inspiring episode of the RunThrough Podcast, Johnny Morillo, better known as Johnny Meatless, joins host Ben Sheppard for a conversation full of energy and insight. 🌱 Johnny is a vibrant food content creator, passionate runner, and advocate for a plant-based lifestyle. He opens up about his journey to veganism, his lifelong love for cooking, and how he turned his passion for food into a platform for creativity, health, and community. From growing up around his dad’s food market to di...

1 month ago

46 minutes

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#132 - What It Takes to Run 100KM (and Actually Enjoy It) | Emily Jane Fairs’ Ultra Running Story #RTPOD

In this episode of The RunThrough Podcast, Emily Jane Fairs joins host Ben Sheppard to share her inspiring journey into ultra running. Known for her positivity and authenticity, Emily talks about how a spontaneous decision to start running led her to take on ultra marathons and discover a deeper sense of purpose through the sport. She opens up about leaving university to pursue social media full-time and how she overcame an eating disorder in her teenage years, an experience that taught her ...

2 months ago

53 minutes

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#131 - Zara Holland on How Running Changed Her Life: Finding Confidence, Balance and Self-Care | Gone Running Podcast

In this episode of RunThrough Presents Gone Running, Zara Holland joins Ben Sheppard to share her journey into running, exploring how she stays motivated, builds confidence, and prioritises self-care - learning to say no. Zara discusses the importance of balance, finding time for yourself, and learning to appreciate the process of improvement. She reflects on turning 30 as a moment to reset and focus on what truly matters, embracing running as both a physical and mental outlet. The conv...

2 months ago

53 minutes

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#130 - Why We Run: Lewis Robling’s Story of Sport, Struggle & Self Discovery! #inspiration #motivational

In this episode of RunThrough Presents Gone Running, Lewis Robling shares his remarkable journey from professional rugby to the world of ultra-running. Lewis opens up about the challenges of transitioning out of sport, the mental health struggles he faced, and how running became a tool for both personal exploration and connection. His story also reveals how the idea for Why We Run was born, a charitable ultra-marathon event built on community, resilience, and giving back. From raising signi...

2 months ago

1 hour 13 minutes

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#129 - How Natasha Mané Ended up going VIRAL at a RunThrough Race & The MONEY BANK theory! #growthmindset

In this episode of RunThrough presents Gone Running, Natasha Mane joins Ben Sheppard. Natasha discusses the importance of passion and desire in achieving fitness goals, while also acknowledging the reality of burnout and emphasising the importance of prioritising self-care to stay focused. She emphasises that investing in yourself physically and mentally is the foundation for long-term success, introducing her concept of a “health bank” to highlight how consistency pays off over time. Runnin...

2 months ago

49 minutes

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#128 - What's The Ultimate Explorers Grand Slam & How Johnny Ward became the 1st IN HISTORY to complete it?

In this episode of Gone Running, Ben Sheppard sits down with adventurer Johnny Ward to uncover his remarkable journey from a tough childhood in Ireland to becoming the first person to complete the Explorers Grand Slam. Johnny opens up about his drive for freedom, the lessons he has learned from travel and endurance challenges, and why he believes running has a uniquely transformative power. Johnny shares how he became the first Irish person to visit every country in the world and why financi...

3 months ago

41 minutes

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#127 - REINFORCING 'NORMAL': Overcoming Self-Doubt & Embracing Your True Self W/ Emily Barker #bodypositivity

In this episode of Gone Running, host Ben Sheppard is joined by Emily Barker, who shares her inspiring journey from life at university during the COVID-19 pandemic to becoming a fitness coach and advocate for body positivity. What began as a simple fitness accountability page on Instagram grew into a platform that not only supported her own growth but also connected her with a wider community. Emily talks candidly about self love, the realities of self doubt, how positivity can be a powerful...

3 months ago

51 minutes

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#126 - From Running for Clarity to Running a Business W/ 2024 The Apprentice WINNER Rachel Woolford 🏃‍♀️

In this episode of RunThrough Presents Gone Running, host Ben Sheppard sits down with Rachel Woolford, owner of North Studio, a boutique fitness studio, to hear how she transformed her love for movement into a thriving business. What started as a way to lose weight soon became a powerful tool for mental clarity, shaping her approach to both fitness and entrepreneurship. Rachel shares why she believes fitness should be enjoyable rather than a chore, and how North Studio was built around creat...

3 months ago

53 minutes

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#125 - How Running Helped Ivy Overcome Anxiety & Inspire Her Music As She Targets Her FIRST Marathon!

This week on RunThrough presents Gone Running, Ben Sheppard is joined by Singer, songwriter and now runner, Ivy. Ivy has been performing since childhood, starting with family shows before discovering that music was her therapy. From writing her first song at eight years old to building a career on YouTube, her songwriting process has evolved over the years, shaped by life experiences, mental health challenges, and a drive to create music that resonates with others. In this conversation, Ivy ...

3 months ago

36 minutes

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#124 - From Grief to Growth: How Running Became a Survival Kit with Emma Kirk-Odunubi #runnerscommunity

In this episode of RunThrough presents Gone Running, host Ben Sheppard sits down with Emma Kirk-Odunubi to explore her multifaceted journey in the running world, from childhood competition to navigating grief and rediscovering running as a powerful coping mechanism. Emma shares how running became her survival kit, helping her heal, build resilience, and reconnect with her identity. She reflects on the therapeutic power of running, the importance of community, and the evolving landscape of th...

4 months ago

56 minutes

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#123 - How RENOWNED DANCER Austyn Farrell went from SMOKING & DRINKING to LIFE CHANGING Marathon Training!

In this inspiring episode of RunThrough Presents Gone Running, host Ben Sheppard sits down with Austyn Farrell, a professional dancer who has taken the online world by storm and discovered a new purpose through running. What started as a passion for movement evolved into a deeper mission of spreading positivity, raising mental health awareness, and pushing physical and emotional limits. From the stage to the streets, Austyn shares how embracing vulnerability, showing up authentically, a...

4 months ago

43 minutes

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#122 - Feeling Lost? How Therese O'Callaghan Broke the Cycle of Self-Sabotage and Transformed Her Life!

In this inspiring episode of RunThrough presents Gone Running, host Ben Sheppard is joined by Therese O’Callaghan, a health and fitness coach who shares her journey from poor health and low self-worth to helping others transform their lives. Therese opens up about how the cycle of self-sabotage once felt like an addiction and how acceptance and accountability helped her turn things around. Her story proves that real change is possible with the right mindset and support. She delves into the ...

4 months ago

49 minutes