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
60 episodes
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
Take a photo, it'll last longer
This week, we're joined by Andrew Yeatman, a familiar face on the WA running scene that is usually obscured by a camera. Together we talk about:How he got into running photographyBecoming an offical parkrun ambassador<...
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Season 2
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Episode 42
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1:08:33
Why do obstacles build us up, buttercup?
This week, we're joined by one of our favourite people, Sam Shepherd, or Shep to us. He's not even remotely casual, but you'll forgive us because he's an incredible obstacle course racer, amazing musician, and just an all round great guy. Toget...
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Season 2
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Episode 41
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1:28:22
Sheep, Sip, Stride, Repeat. Finding your rural running routine
This week, we're joined by Victoria (Tori) Squire, Farmer, Ironwoman and co-founder of the Sip and Stride Run Club based in Albany. Together we talk about:How she balances training with her farming lifestyle The challe...
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Season 2
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Episode 40
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57:10
We'll cross that Bridge when we run to it
This week, we're joined by Susen Selbig, who is the Race Director for this weekend's WAMC Bridges Fun Run. Together we talk about:How her nationality led to her being on the WAMC committeeWhy the course changed direction th...
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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1:22:13
Frontyard in reverse - a raw and uncut recon lap (BONUS EPISODE)
We asked our listeners via Instagram and you overwhelmingly responded to say you wanted a Herdy's Frontyard bonus episode. So here it is for the 97% who asked for it - Hayden and Shannon complete the Herdy's loop in reverse, recording their tho...
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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48:42
Herd mentality - why was everyone running in circles
This week, we've got a Hedry's Frontyard Ultra special episode. We were invited to the event to conduct interviews with runners as they tapped out and rung the bell. PLUS we interview event creator Shaun Kaesler about how it started...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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1:03:13
Sticks, Strides, and Sanity. Stories from a former Kookaburra
This week, we're joined by former Kookaburra and current Head of Athlete Development at DUBBEL Jacob (Boccy) Anderson. Together we talk about:The feeling of being selected for the national team for the first time His 5...
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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1:19:28