In this episode of People Make Pyllon, Paul speaks with Alex Copley - a passionate runner and geologist who helps us see the ground beneath our feet in an entirely new way.

From tectonic collisions to ancient mountain belts, Alex explains how the UK was shaped over hundreds of millions of years, and why understanding that history can change the way we run through the land today. They also talk about Greenland, recovery from toe surgery, and what it means to move through wild places with curiosity and care.

Whether you love the science or just the trails, this one might make you look at your next run a little differently.

How the UK and Scotland were formed

What geology teaches us about time and perspective

Why knowledge of the land can deepen your experience

Thoughts on creativity, risk, and Arctic solitude

Bonus: toenail removal, and why it was totally worth it

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