Casual Runners Appreciation Podcast
The Casual Runners Appreciation Podcast is for you and me, the every day runner.
We're not athletes, we're just out there jogging along.
Episodes
67 episodes
Mash and rashuns, the perfect Everest fuel
No one is allowed to be mad the episode is out late this week. Shannon was delayed at the airport for 7 hours and finally got to Brisbane at 2:30am. Please be gentle, she is feeling very tired and vulnerable today.ANYHOW... on this week'...
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1:10:33
One tree, two tree, red tree, blue tree
This week, we're joined by the incredible Kendall Whyte, founder of the Blue Tree Project. Together we chat about:Becoming a runner when your thighs are built for power not speed (her words)Using running to clear her...
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Episode 66
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1:17:12
10 things I hate about you
This week, we're joined by Chad Aziz. Together we chat about:Finding running after dislocating his shoulderDealing with not being able to do the thing you loveBeing not even remotely casual with zero proper ...
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Episode 65
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1:23:08
Four better or four worse
This week, we're joined by Narrischka Irvine - mum, marathon runner, friend of the pod, and pro yapper. Together we chat about:Why she decided to run four marathons in one yearA race recap for each of them - Busso, G...
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1:47:27
That's not very casual of you
CRAP has a new co-host! Hayden has officially abandoned Shannon, but that doesn't mean the yapping is over. Instead, she's roped in a cowboy to join her as co-host on this, and all future episodes. We'd like to welcome Brodie Clark ...
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1:06:48
It's been a long day without you, my friend
Hayden and Shannon are solo again this week... for the final time. You'll have to tune in to the end of the episode to find out what the means.But first up, we come up with some new names for an Ultra event, and it's about as unhinged as...
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Episode 62
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1:05:03
Cheater cheater, pumpkin eater
We were supposed to have a guest on this week's episode, but unfortunately some technical difficulties stopped us from being able to record at the last minute. So, at the 11th hour, we recorded a very last minute episode diving into...
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1:00:06
When the pacer gets out paced
This week, we're joined by Darren Chandler - amateur boxer, ultra runner, and gym owner. Together we chat about:Getting his nose broken by Danny GreenAn addictive personality that leads him to go all inHow h...
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Episode 60
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1:15:41
That was a lot of work for a free banana... and Shannon doesn't even like bananas
Hayden and Shannon both ran a marathon. That's it, that's all you need to know for this episode. Tune in to hear a one-hour run recap of a couple of the most mid marathons to ever go down.
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Episode 59
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1:08:37
Diary of a (to be confirmed) FKT holder
We hope you've got a long run planned, because this episode goes for 2 hours and you are going to want to listen to it all. Hayden is away from the mic, busy trying to Felix to understand what bedtime is, so Shannon has brought in t...
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Episode 58
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2:03:16
Do the training, get the results... we can't relate but it's good advice
This week, we're joined by Sean Butcher, a DUBBEL athlete who we've got on just in time. Together we chat about:The classic journey from primary school cross country star to COVID runnerGetting a coach and actually d...
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Episode 57
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1:04:30
We can be your Mr (and Mrs) Fantasy
Hi all, sorry for the audio again. Felix was trying to be the star of the show and turns out crying is a tricky sound to remove...Anyhow, we're doing a solo ep this week, so join us as we unsurprisingly manage to fill an hour with no dif...
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Episode 56
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57:40
How to be well by chasing peace not pace
Please excuse the audio in this week's intro. Hayden is dying of man flu and Shannon couldn't be bothered editing it to try and improve it.This week, we're joined by Lily Gresele, founder of How To Be Well, a mental health and wellness o...
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Season 1
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Episode 55
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1:27:33
Hayden is a dirty, rotten liar
This week, we're joined by the surprise guest Zane promised us, and in the biggest surprise of all, it's actually Hayden.The sneaky weasel did Sydney Marathon last weekend, something which he kept quiet from all bar two people since he s...
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Season 2
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Episode 54
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57:33
Four strikes and you're out
This week, we're joined by Marc Smith who found himself as a guest on the podcast simply by asking (it really is that easy). Together we chat about:The Last Man Standing competition he started and got 50 people involved inH...
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Season 1
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Episode 53
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1:18:09
Yeah ok WARP, we CRAPped the bed...
Last weekend, Team CRAP took on Transcend Trails and we'll admit up top we were defeated by Team WARP. In this episode, our team (Hayden, Joel, Macka, Sarah, and Jack) come to you from the course, as they documented their legs in re...
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Episode 52
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44:53
The final piece of the CRAP puzzle
It's Transcend Trails week and there's a piece missing from the CRAP puzzle... until now. We're proud to introduce the final member of our team, and the nicest guy in existence, Joel Lambert to the podcast. Together we chat about:Wh...
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49:58
$1.20 and 2 cents from a cowboy
CRAP has racked up a half century. That's right, we made it to 50 episodes and to celebrate, we have a VERY special guest joining us. You've heard us mention his name more and more over the months, and we're so delighted to welcome CRAP super f...
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Episode 50
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1:08:50
We're bringing CRAP back
CRAP is back and this week, we're joined by Sarah Denford, a casual runner who will be replacing Shannon on the team for Transcend Trails. Together we talk about:How she ended up on the teamHer casual qualifications
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Episode 49
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1:10:49
Creative Designs and Crazy Minds
This week, we're joined by Shannon Wakefield, Co-Founder of the OC Clothing Co and casual ultra runner. Together we talk about:The Cyclone and the UltraTrying to achieve natural hallucinations How to pick the ...
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Season 2
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Episode 48
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1:09:57
Shut up and eat your noodles
This week, we're joined by Gemma Gore, a well-known name on the Perth running scene. Together we talk about:Being the ultimate casual runnerSupporting her husband through his ultra adventuresWho crews for her when ...
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Season 2
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Episode 47
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1:16:08
A sprinkle of elevation and a tsunami of rain - HBF recap
It's just Hayden and Shannon in your ears this week, with an HBF Run for a Reason special.Enjoy Hayden's heavy breathing as he comes to you from the race course (and the portaloo), and tune in to hear some finish line interviews as Shann...
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Season 2
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Episode 46
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49:18
Social Run Club, a casual runners dream
This week, we're joined by Mark Petersen, a casual ultra runner and founder of Social Run Club. Together we talk about:Going from 1km to a trial half marathon in mere monthsHow an ex-professional athlete approaches running ...
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Season 2
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Episode 45
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1:15:58
Running the Reason, behind the scenes
This week, we're joined by Vici Richardson, HBF Head of Brand and Growth, and heavily involved in HBF Run for a Reason. Together we talk about:How they choose the entertainment on coursePacing times, why did it change?...
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Season 2
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Episode 44
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1:25:47
Just a run, no kayak? Disappointing.
This week, we're joined by John Jacoby, one of the most experienced and accomplished adventure racers in the world, and co-founder of Rapid Ascent, the team behind Margaret River Ultra. Together we talk about:What the hell is advent...
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Season 2
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Episode 43
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1:17:11