The Aussie Runner Podcast

Geoff and Neil talk to Melbourne speedster Dion Finocchiario, they cover: how an unfit/overweight chef transformed into a fighting fit mara smashing masseur; his favourite distance … is it 1500m, 5k, mara or ultra; pacing the elite ladies field at Goldcoast and, in his own words, a juicy chaffer story. Dion also opens up about some tough childhood experiences and how it shapes his running and mental health in general.

Damo & Jez talk to adventure runner Richard Bowles just before he heads out on his next challenge. Amongst many great insights we hear why he's stopped asking himself 'why' he takes on these huge runs and what to do when faced with an angry shotgun toting farmer. The boys have their usual chat & once again get nerdy with physiologist Andy Blow, this time they focus on the controversial topics of salt & cramping.

Damo & Jez talk to Aussie 800m record holder Catriona Bisset while she is in Doha for the World Athletics Champs. They get the inside track on her meteoric rise & some of the challenges she's overcome on the way.

The boys have their usual chat & introduce a fascinating new beers with the physiologist series, in this episode they talk to Andy Blow about the science of hydration, perfect timing for those hot & sweaty summer runs.

In the latest no fuss fast paced Tempo edition Neil & Geoff talk to Kellie Emmerson. She speaks about her tough time at UTMB this year along with how she manages to fit running in to a very busy life. This weekend Kellie is representing Australia at the World Mountain Marathon Championships in Argentina, so please have a listen and get behind her and the rest of the Aussie Team!

We chat to Aussie running star Jess Trengove about PB's, pregnancy & getting to the olympics, we hear about growing up running competitively in SA & why your undies are your most important running attire. The boys also have their usual chat, one dominated by marathon world records & the shadow cast by doping. We end on our final catch up with physio Hobbes & gain some fascinating insight in to stretching, how new runners shouldn't give up when injured & why running doesn't hurt your knees.

For our second ARP TEMPO edition, Geoff and Neil talk to prolific NZ trail runner Scotty Hawker. Scotty tells the boys about his challenging year of running in 2018, dealing with low moments, recalling his previous successes and some excellent insights into his 3rd place at UTMB this year. Scotty also explains the role his family have played in his impressive career, and the changes he has made to become a better runner.

The boys talk to living legend Pat Farmer, one of the greatest and most prolific ultra runners this country has produced. Pat shares his vast experience on running in extreme environments, mental strength, politics, nutrition, and the people who have inspired him to achieve so much throughout his career. Damo & Jez have their usual chat, discuss appropriate usage of underwear during runs and welcome back UK physio Paul Hobrough to go through his top running injury free tips.

In our first 'interview only' episode of ARP Tempo, Geoff and Neil talk to one of Australia's top female running talents Steph Auston. Steph shares her incredible season and her sudden rise to the heights of the Australian running scene. Steph uncovers her love of running from park run through to ultras, shares her longer term goals for Western States and tackles the hard hitting questions in the quick fire round.

The boys talk to Aussie ultra youngster Lucy Bartholomew just in time for her return to Western States. Lucy shares her sage advice for training, nutrition and running super long distances from such a young age.

Damo & Jez have their usual chat, check in on Neil's 40 B4 40 attempt and catch up with the ever insightful Ali & Kerry from Squadrun on running gear.