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January 22 The Return of FTK OG - #178
Brett and Joel sincerely apologise (no we don't) for the dB-meter-breaking laughs that are audible throughout this episode (recorded earlier today). They're obviously very excited to be back in the studio after a 12 month hiatus.
TRAINING WEEK
Brett takes the listeners through his training week while shedding light on a recent glute-scare (previously only known to "FTK Friends of the Show) that (thankfully) is all but fully healed. Joel asks him why he chose not to head up the mountain to Falls Creek to join his training partners which leads to a long conversation on training smart and peaking at the right time of the year. To contradict training smart - Joel updates the listeners on where he's at and announces a high-pressure pacing gig for the end of Feb.
BIG Q
With the Pulse 5000m next month Brett & Joel answer a question that was asked at Tuesday evening's PTC workout regarding goal-time-strategy for the 12.5 laps of the track.
GIVE SOME KUDOS
Trying out a new personality in 2026, Joel decides to take the piss for the first GSK (don't sue us GlaxoSmithKline) of the year. Brett holds up the integrity of the segment by highlighting the upcoming Pulse 5000m.
TWHSOITWTWATSA
Joel kicks off the segment with a reel from a bloke completing a 5000m Strava run on the top of his fridge while Brett gets absolutely punk'd by his co-host in repeating a submission from last week.
PULSE 5000M:
ENTER HERE

It's fantastic to be back on the airwaves - see you all next week :)

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57 min
January 18 The Fall Guys - #43 PREVIEW
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The Fall Guys return for their first episode of 2026 feeling refreshed and putting 2025 behind them. Brett is embracing being a track runner once again, Ryan has temporarily relocated south for some cooler conditions and Riley is still deciding what running path to take in 2026.
Lots of fast times over the weekend from Houston and Valencia but most importantly Australia are the World Champs at World XC!
8 min
January 14 For The Kudos Goodbye 2025 - #177
Jack, Joel & Tess jump online together for one last episode before we see another change up (return?) in 2026 programming (any guesses?)

The episode begins with a long recap of what the crew got up to over their breaks before semi-regular programming begins.

Note: This episode was recorded late last week as a "Goodbye" episode so if you're looking for a World XC Results summary then you won't find it here (let's be real - the main FTK show is not where you find deep dives on World Athletics results).

Jack, Joel and Tess thank you all sincerely for the immense support throughout 2025 - our FTK Patreon community especially.

Let's bring on 2026 <3

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1 hr 1 min
January 12 2 Fast 2 Furious - #24 PREVIEW
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It’s a huge week on the show this week as all 3 of the boys clock some miles. There’s plenty of chat about World XC before we get into training weeks, and a few side quests along the way (tennis, Lorne, and more). We finish with some exciting news about the future of the show
8 min
January 04 2 Fast 2 Furious - #23 PREVIEW
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Happy New Year to all our listeners, 2 Fast 2 Furious is back for 2026! The boys are in great spirits to start the year off, and they kick off the show with some chat about goal setting and how they plan out the year. We then get into some training weeks with some typical behaviour from Fraser, while Andy builds his return to running. The show ends with some chat about the rest of January.
8 min
December 19, 2025 For The Kudos - #176
This episode is brought to you by Shokz

TRAINING WEEKS
Jack takes us through his training week in the lead up to his 3rd place at the Zatopek:10 Australian 10,000m Championships. Tess lays down a solid week while Joel stays true to his brand in hurting his toes kicking a foam football.
BIG Q
"Friend Of The Show" Alex Smith asks the team for their Christmas present recommendations for runners.
GIVE SOME KUDOS
Tess sends her kudos to a running show while Jack boasts about his impressive Nalgene water-bottle collection. Joel shouts out the new Halfy from Better Beer.
TWHSOITWTWATSA
Tess & Jack join forces to question why on earth Stewy McSweyn was rinsing his hands with water he'd just expelled from his mouth at Zatopek. Joel closes out the episode with an Instagram reel of a bloke trying his hardest to belt out the lyrics to Bomfunk Mc's hit "Freestyler".
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57 min
December 10, 2025 For The Kudos - #175
This episode is brought to you by Icebreaker.

TRAINING WEEKS
Joel has a good start to the week before trailing off in the back half as he is struck down with Tess' famous lack of motivation. Tess cracks 80k for the week with a strong PTC workout. Jack lays down a strong week of training which closes out with him pacing Matilda to a massive PB.
BIG Q
Tess leads a conversation on chasing weight-loss as a runner and why it can become problematic. The crew also chat through the differences between being an elite athlete and a recreational runner are when it comes to "getting lighter".
GIVE SOME KUDOS
Jack sends his kudos to Matilda for the PB while Tess big ups an alcohol free weekend. Joel closes out the segment highlighting the 44 Flats United (see their Instagram here) initiative after the tragic passing of friend Max Ryan.
TWHSOITWTWATSA
Tess isn't sure about her missing out on a Melbourne Marathon entry while Jack isn't sure about the 2XU Wellness Run coming up slightly short. Joel shines the spotlight towards his mate Dave McNeil for going off the front at the recent World XC Trials at Stromlo.
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1 hr 4 min
November 27, 2025 For The Kudos - #174
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This week the team are back together, recording from the very noisy Abbotsford studio!

TRAINING WEEKS
Tess goes through her training week which consisted of a Sydney based workout (if we're calling it that) and her first threshold in a few weeks. Joel continues his progression with jogging and meets Riley up in the Dandenong Ranges to shoot the new Icebreaker range. Jack lays down a solid week of training in true Jack Rayner fashion.
BIG Q
The team cater to another anonymous caller - this time asking for them to announce how they see Valencia Marathon unfolding with regards to the Australian athletes.
GIVE SOME KUDOS
Tess boosts up a recent podcast episode (not from FTK) while Jack sheds light on a "very interesting" documentary sent to him by his good friend Harry. Joel breaks up the intellectual sandwich by giving his kudos to a roasted foodstuff.
TWHSOITWTWATSA
Jack isn't sure about all the "victims" of the fresh faced running results mafia page. Tess isn't sure about a certain runner "free-balling" which leads to a conversation on said topic. Joel closes out the segment and the episode by bringing up a recent video Brett filmed privately and will now (due to pressure from Jack and Tess) be shared as a reel on the FTK page.
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1 hr 6 min
November 20, 2025 For The Kudos - #173
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You'll enjoy plenty of typical FTK antics before the team take you through their training weeks.

TRAINING WEEKS
Tess has a strong start to the week leading the PTC session at Princes Park before dropping the ball due to low motivation which leads to a conversation around her future coaching choice. Jack lays down a strong week - just short of 120km and Joel continues his return to run program, while making a promise that he will share his road to fitness with his Strava followers.
BIG Q
The Big Q is answered by Brett & Joel this week - thanks to Priscilla Barrington, the guys discuss what it really means for running now that entry into most major races is through a ballot system.
GIVE SOME KUDOS
Joel spreads his kudos across three of his favourite Melbourne based record stores in Alley Tunes, HUB 301 and Skydiver while Tess gives another running tip (she's just giving kudos to herself lately). Jack sends his Kudos to Serena's Tuna Chilli Oil Pasta.
TWHSOITWTWATSA
Tess goes after Eliud's "drip" while Jack uses this segment to go after Tess and her "Give Some Kudos" last week. Joel wraps up the episode discussed a true "worlds collide" piece of footage from NY Marathon.
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1 hr 6 min
November 15, 2025 For The Kudos - #172
This episode is brought to you by Shokz

You'll enjoy plenty of typical FTK antics before the team take you through their training weeks.

TRAINING WEEKS
Tess has a strong start to the week leading the PTC session at Princes Park before dropping the ball due to low motivation which leads to a conversation around her future coaching choice. Jack lays down a strong week - just short of 120km and Joel continues his return to run program, while making a promise that he will share his road to fitness with his Strava followers.
BIG Q
The Big Q is answered by Brett & Joel this week - thanks to Priscilla Barrington, the guys discuss what it really means for running now that entry into most major races is through a ballot system.
GIVE SOME KUDOS
Joel spreads his kudos across three of his favourite Melbourne based record stores in Alley Tunes, HUB 301 and Skydiver while Tess gives another running tip (she's just giving kudos to herself lately). Jack sends his Kudos to Serena's Tuna Chilli Oil Pasta.
TWHSOITWTWATSA
Tess goes after Eliud's "drip" while Jack uses this segment to go after Tess and her "Give Some Kudos" last week. Joel wraps up the episode discussed a true "worlds collide" piece of footage from NY Marathon.
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1 hr 13 min

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For The Kudos is a running podcast from Australia. Expect professional athlete training insights, race predictions and recaps, and a star studded guest list - all done with plenty of humility, banter,…