This week, we're joined by Mark Petersen, a casual ultra runner and founder of Social Run Club. Together we talk about:

• Going from 1km to a trial half marathon in mere months
• How an ex-professional athlete approaches running casually
• Why he decided to start yet another run club
• How he hopes Social Run Club will help bridge the gap for true newbies

 But first, we CRAP on about:

• An explanation of where we were last week
• Shannon taking a HUGE step in her recovery - putting her Garmin back on
• Hayden having some old man back issues
• Our planned mid-year break

Rabbit Hole of the Week: 

• Hayden: 'Do Your Ears Hang Low' having references to the Civil War
• Shannon: The inappropriateness of the kid's TV show 'Round the Twist'

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This week, we're joined by Vici Richardson, HBF Head of Brand and Growth, and heavily involved in HBF Run for a Reason. Together we talk about:

• How they choose the entertainment on course
• Pacing times, why did it change?
• What's on offer at the end of the run (see: Food trucks)
• The history of how they became Run for a Reason
• Chance to win a hot girl car

 But first, we CRAP on about:

• Hayden is ambushed by new run club times
• Shannon staying active on her foot (and regretting it)
• Hayden explains the history of his rabbit hole obsession
• Shannon's review of the Federal Election

Rabbit Hole of the Week: 

• Hayden: Doctors writing clever patient notes (r/ausjdocs)
• Shannon: Nagi Maehashi (@recipe_tin) v Brooki Bakehouse

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This week, we're joined by John Jacoby, one of the most experienced and accomplished adventure racers in the world, and co-founder of Rapid Ascent, the team behind Margaret River Ultra. Together we talk about:

• What the hell is adventure racing
• The most insane races he's been a part of (hello horse riding)
• Calling in sick to work because you're stuck in the wilderness
• How Rapid Ascent was created
• The background to Margaret River Ultra
• Tips for CRAP runners to enjoy the experience

 But first, we CRAP on about:

• Shannon being able to go for a walk
• Hayden joining Rach's gang at Run Club
• A final shoutout to those who bought merch (orders now closed)
• Guest Training Week - Rachael Laing

Rabbit Hole of the Week: 

• Hayden: Buffy Sainte-Marie
• Shannon: JoJo Siwa & @shawnathemom

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This week, we're joined by Andrew Yeatman, a familiar face on the WA running scene that is usually obscured by a camera. Together we talk about:

• How he got into running photography
• Becoming an offical parkrun ambassador
• What running has brought to his life
• Why he's so passionate about volunteering
• His journey with alcoholism

 But first, we CRAP on about:

• A weather report from DUBBEL Run Club
• A new segment - listener training week recap
• Shoutouts to those who have pre-ordered merch so far
• Whether we'll be attending an Anzac Day service

Rabbit Hole of the Week: Bathurst E-Racing

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This week, we're joined by one of our favourite people, Sam Shepherd, or Shep to us. He's not even remotely casual, but you'll forgive us because he's an incredible obstacle course racer, amazing musician, and just an all round great guy. Together we talk about:

• Being known as the croc guy
• A trip to Dubai sponsored by a Prince
• How obstacle course racing challenges his body and mind
• His thoughts on the Hyrox movement and how to train for it
• HIs current favourite song (it's not what you'd expect)

 But first, we CRAP on about:

• How Shannon's ankle recovery is progressing
• Hayden's attempt at doing an intervals sessions
• Shannon taking off her Garmin because it was bullying her
• The official announcement of our CRAP merch

Rabbit Hole of the Week: Facebook Marketplace furniture finds in the middle of the work day

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This week, we're joined by Victoria (Tori) Squire, Farmer, Ironwoman and co-founder of the Sip and Stride Run Club based in Albany. Together we talk about:

• How she balances training with her farming lifestyle 
• The challenges of training in the regions 
• Her mental health journey and why running and exercise is so important
• The origin story of Sip and Stride Run Club

 But first, we CRAP on about:

• Hayden's Bridges Re-CRAP 
• Shannon's weekend disaster
• Hayden realising he has to pull his weight in training 
• The lengths we'll go to getting out of a marathon

Rabbit Hole of the Week: We forgot about this one, but how about those tariffs on the penguins?

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This week, we're joined by Susen Selbig, who is the Race Director for this weekend's WAMC Bridges Fun Run. Together we talk about:

• How her nationality led to her being on the WAMC committee
• Why the course changed direction that one year (hint: it was Susen's fault)
• If this year's event includes the new bridge and what that means for the course record
• Where you'll find the aid stations this year and other helpful hints

But first, we CRAP on about:

• Another perfect week for Shannon and another Hayden special
• Our April Fools Day prank on Instagram
• The CRAP pacer off - Shannon won
• A random bit of foot fetish chat

Rabbit Hole of the Week: Hayden & Japanese travel vlogs on YouTube

P.S. Sorry for the audio quality of the interview section, we had some technical difficulties.

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We asked our listeners via Instagram and you overwhelmingly responded to say you wanted a Herdy's Frontyard bonus episode. So here it is for the 97% who asked for it - Hayden and Shannon complete the Herdy's loop in reverse, recording their thoughts (and heavy breathing) as they go. This episode is unedited, so we make no apologies for the content, the fact that we're dying, or that we had no idea what to actually talk about.

Casual Kudos,

Haydos & Burgo

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This week, we've got a Hedry's Frontyard Ultra special episode. We were invited to the event to conduct interviews with runners as they tapped out and rung the bell. 

PLUS we interview event creator Shaun Kaesler about how it started and where it's going. Together we talk about:

• His history as a runner - turns out he was pretty zoomy
• Quitting his day job as a concreter and betting it all on Ultra Series
• The history of the backyard ultra style of event
• How Herdy's has become the biggest event of this style in the world
• Why Australian's seem to love the format more than any other country

But first, we CRAP on about:

• Shannon's perfect week of training
• A Hayden special - run club, rugby, and parkrun
• Why Simon from WARP seems to hate us
• Fan of the Week - Pub Runners

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This week, we're joined by former Kookaburra and current Head of Athlete Development at DUBBEL Jacob (Boccy) Anderson. Together we talk about:

• The feeling of being selected for the national team for the first time 
• His 5km PB during a local trot 
• Transitioning from Hockey to coaching running 
• If you could rename the Hockeyroos, what would it be? 
• Putting it in perspective, the highs and lows of team selections

But first, we CRAP on about:

• Shannon did a 'trail' long run 
• Hayden wins a double default gold medal in Masters
• The Giddyup legacy continues
• The fan and/or friend of the week

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