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The Brig Boys Podcast

Make Progress, Not Excuses.
From ultra lazy to ultra marathon. After 25 years of friendship and 10 years of running; Ste & Teds talk all things physical, mental and emotional endurance.
Strava - Karl Hodgson / Steven Willetts

Instagram @the_brigboyspodcast

email [email protected]

Running Sports
Update frequency
every 11 days
Average duration
80 minutes
Episodes
62
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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42. Anna Of The Arctic (Feat. Anna Simonsson-Søndenå)

42. Anna Of The Arctic (Feat. Anna Simonsson-Søndenå)

Most races (and especially ultras) have an age limit of 18; Anna has been pushing boundaries and running ultras since the age of 15 and is making a successful career of doing it. Anna has recently ra…

01:38:55  |   Sun 09 Feb 2025
41. Rise And Spine (Feat. Rebecca Devereux)

41. Rise And Spine (Feat. Rebecca Devereux)

The Brig Boys return with a "Spine" tingling guest, with the third place finisher of the Winter Spine Sprint - Rebecca Devereux. We hear her fantastic story of how she found herself at the start line…

01:27:00  |   Sun 02 Feb 2025
40. Slappy New Year (Feat. Darren “The Tarantula” Godfrey Jr.)

40. Slappy New Year (Feat. Darren “The Tarantula” Godfrey Jr.)

If you've ever seen Power Slap, you know just how brutal it can be. We wanted to know more about the kind of person that can voluntarily put themselves in a position to hit and be hit without any def…

01:02:24  |   Sun 26 Jan 2025
39. Dever Land (Feat. Patrick Dever)

39. Dever Land (Feat. Patrick Dever)

Everywhere you go, always take the Dever with you... The Brig Boys are BACK and this time with another local legend from the Preston area; Patrick Dever. Patrick now runs for Puma Elite Running Team;…

01:30:12  |   Sun 19 Jan 2025
38. Mr Pennine Trails (Feat. Chris Holdsworth)

38. Mr Pennine Trails (Feat. Chris Holdsworth)

Another inspirational guest for The Brig Boys as they chat with GB Mountain & Trail Runner; Chris Holdsworth. Not satisfied with the stress of performing at an elite level, coaching and representing …

01:47:59  |   Tue 07 Jan 2025
37. The Brig Boys 2024 Wrapped

37. The Brig Boys 2024 Wrapped

As we close for the year, we spend some time discussing how much has changed over our time podcasting - and how many excuses we have made along the way... A reflection on all we've learned so far fro…

01:33:31  |   Tue 31 Dec 2024
36. Jingle Fells (Feat. Nichola Jackson & Billy Cartwright)

36. Jingle Fells (Feat. Nichola Jackson & Billy Cartwright)

It's a Christmas Cracker from the Brig Boys as they go back to their running roots but stick with the international athlete theme; interviewing power couple Nic Jackson & Billy Cartwright. With a mix…

01:41:55  |   Sun 22 Dec 2024
35. Row Big Or Go Home (Feat. Graeme Thomas)

35. Row Big Or Go Home (Feat. Graeme Thomas)

Another oar-some interview for the Brig Boys as we interview another Olympian; this time Team GB stalwart Graeme Thomas. A consistently high performer, he has maintained a top 5 ranking in British ro…

01:36:41  |   Tue 10 Dec 2024
34. Run Well (Feat. Dr Juliet McGrattan)

34. Run Well (Feat. Dr Juliet McGrattan)

Dr Juliet has been a pioneer on engaging women going through the menopause and encouraging exercise and in particular running; making sure that no one feels alone and sharing her insights into how ru…

01:29:58  |   Tue 26 Nov 2024
33. Who Let The Dog Out (Feat. Mark Jeffers)

33. Who Let The Dog Out (Feat. Mark Jeffers)

It's not the size of the dog in the fight, but the fight in the dog. The Brig Boys are back and it is worth the wait as they are joined by pro boxer and English Super Middleweight Champion, Mark Jeff…

01:24:09  |   Tue 12 Nov 2024
32. Don't Hate, Donate

32. Don't Hate, Donate

Our first attempt at a video podcast with us discussing our thoughts and background on raising awareness and funds for some amazing charities featuring the types of challenges we have been most impre…

01:11:01  |   Fri 18 Oct 2024
31. Consistency Is Key (Feat. Helen Clitheroe)

31. Consistency Is Key (Feat. Helen Clitheroe)

No big deal, just another Olympian on the podcast... Helen has had a magnificent career and shares the highs, lows and some excellent advice with The Brig Boys. We had to understand how Helen keeps s…

01:20:05  |   Sun 06 Oct 2024
30. Wake Me Up When September Ends

30. Wake Me Up When September Ends

And just like that, summer is over! The Brig Boys review their experiences and races with highlights from road runs and Lake District events. A return of 5 On It to gain some advice on how to start p…

01:08:46  |   Sun 22 Sep 2024
29. More Fuel You (Feat. Renee McGregor)

29. More Fuel You (Feat. Renee McGregor)

We return this week with an exciting guest; Renee McGregor. An ambassador for inclusion in running and a regular on the trails; she gives us the lowdown on what its like working with some top athlete…

01:14:52  |   Tue 03 Sep 2024
28. Dutch Courage: Olympic Throwback (Feat. Nanne Sluis)

28. Dutch Courage: Olympic Throwback (Feat. Nanne Sluis)

The Brig Boys switch lanes this week as they interview former Olympian and one time holder of The Netherlands national record in rowing. Nanne formed part of the Olympic team in 2012 where he compete…

01:05:00  |   Mon 19 Aug 2024
27. Montane Lakeland 50/100 Review 2024

27. Montane Lakeland 50/100 Review 2024

The Brig Boys unpack their races and experience running the iconic Lakeland 50 route; talking through their race management and soaking up the atmosphere of the event from Dalemain to Coniston. Ste d…

01:31:32  |   Mon 05 Aug 2024
26. Mission: Nutrition (Feat. Julie Shobe)

26. Mission: Nutrition (Feat. Julie Shobe)

The Brig Boys are BACK; this time with a special guest from across the pond. Nutrition has always been a topic of interest and is a key element to having any success or progression in your running o…
01:17:50  |   Wed 24 Jul 2024
25. We Peakin'

25. We Peakin'

The tables are turned this week as The Brig Boys join forces fellow Podcast 'Peak 15' to discuss all aspects of their running experiences as well as delving into the background of both and how two la…

01:40:55  |   Fri 12 Jul 2024
24. Gossip With Gossage (Feat. Lucy Gossage)

24. Gossip With Gossage (Feat. Lucy Gossage)

Lucy Gossage rose to fame through her incredible achievements in the Iron Man distance - a 12 time champion of the event. Somehow, Lucy juggles endurance athleticism with her work as a cancer doctor …
01:09:31  |   Thu 27 Jun 2024
23. The Centurion Way

23. The Centurion Way

It takes a certain kind of person to want to run 100 miles, and it takes a certain kind of crazy to want to do it again and again. This week The Brig Boys discuss the world of triple figure running, …

01:26:23  |   Fri 14 Jun 2024
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