Run Free

We are back! Chris and Eddy return with episode five featuring former Premier League and championship winger Michael Kightly. Discussing his career highs and lows, alongside some very honest opinions on the state of support at the top level of football then and now; this episode really gives an in-depth look at how difficult it can be for youngsters that are pushed into the limelight from early on in their careers. 

Chris & Eddy are back again, this time with middle distance legend Colonel Dame Kelly Holmes as she discusses her openness on her personal struggles, the Kelly Holmes foundation, going back into coaching and winning double Olympic gold in Athens.

The third installment of the RunFree podcast sees Chris and Eddy joined by gold and silver medallist from the Rio Olympics, track cyclist Callum Skinner. In addition to discussing retirement aged just 27, the LGBTQ advocate talks about a variety of topics including speaking at the White House, his two new businesses, the lack of emotional support available for top athletes, and distancing himself from competing. 

This week Chris and Eddy's guest is badminton doubles legend Gail Emms MBE. After an impressive career that saw her win five major championship golds, as well as an Olympic silver, Gail talks about her difficult retirement and how a lack of support severely hindered her transition away from the sport. In addition to discussing her glittering career, the podcast delves into Gail's experience of lockdown and her decision to aid the frontline fight against the pandemic.

The very first episode sees Chris and Eddy joined by British hurdling legend Colin Jackson CBE; a former 110metre world record holder and recipient of 25 major championship medals (including an Olympic silver, two World Championship golds and four European golds), as they discuss the highs and lows of his career, dealing with the pressures of top level sport, and his previous difficulties with eating disorders. 

This is the RunFree Official podcast, combining tough, but important conversations surrounding mental health with fun sporting content from ourselves and special guests. 

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