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Why We Run | Who We Become

WHY WE RUN | WHO WE BECOME

Runbelievable is the running podcast about runners, running stories and the communities we find along the way.

Hosted by Josh Rischin, each week a runner shares the story behind their running... from first-timers and everyday runners to elite athletes, marathoners, ultrarunners, record-breakers and people taking on wonderfully ridiculous running challenges.

Because behind every result, every finish line and every reason for lacing up, there's a bigger story.

Runbelievable explores why we run... the confidence we find, the people we meet, the adversity we navigate, the identities we build and rebuild, and the things running teaches us about ourselves.

Whether you're preparing for your first parkrun, an ultramarathon or your 100th marathon, there's a decent chance you'll hear something in these conversations and think:

Ahhh yup... that's why I run too!


🌏 Episodes, community, and all things Runbelievable:

http://runbelievable.au


🎧 New episodes drop every Wednesday; hit follow so you don't miss a lap!

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  • English

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  • S1 · E37
    June 16 · 56 min

    EP 37 | Why Clay Dawson Might Be Australia's Most Humble Ultramarathon Champ

    A market research study looking for overweight uni students set Clay Dawon on a path that would eventually lead to marathon victories, Australian representation, and some of the most remarkable endurance performances imaginable. Yet despite all the success, Clay has spent much of his running journey battling imposter syndrome and questioning whether he truly belongs. Clay is always looking to help shape and mentor the next generation of runners. https://www.instagram.com/clay_dawson/ In this episode: The research study that changed everything Losing weight through accidental running Winning the Brisbane Marathon Representing Australia in the 100km Championships Why success often felt uncomfortable What he'd tell anyone who doubts themselves Oh, and in a comical twist, Clay sets the record straight on an age-old stat. 🌏 Episodes, community, and all things Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au 🎧 New episodes drop every Wednesday; hit follow so you don't miss a lap! ☕ Enjoying Runbelievable? If the show has kept you company on a run, you can help keep the stories coming: https://buymeacoffee.com/runbelievable About Runbelievable Runbelievable is the podcast for every runner. From your first parkrun to your 100th marathon, from walk-run intervals to dabbling in trail running, every runner has a story worth telling. Through honest conversations with runners from all walks of life, Runbelievable explores the challenges, achievements, setbacks, and experiences that connect us through running and shape who we become.

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  • S1 · E36
    June 9 · 58 min

    EP 36 | How Georgia Weir Turned a 5K Into a Running Movement

    In 2012, Georgia Weir was battling poor mental health, addiction, and an incorrect bipolar diagnosis. A local 5km event became a last resort. What followed was a journey that took her from running her first marathon in New York, to founding Deadly Runners; a movement that has helped hundreds of First Nations Australians discover what's possible through running. But the road wasn't smooth. After a dispute over ownership, Georgia lost everything, battled addiction, rebuilt her life, and emerged with an even greater sense of purpose. Learn about Deadly Runners: https://deadlyrunners.com.au/ Discover WeRun Foundation: https://www.werunfoundation.org/ Perhaps the most powerful 'why' running video you'll see: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYt2BgwTHj3/ In this episode: Running as a last resort for mental health Finding self-belief through completing the New York Marathon Discovering purpose through establishing Deadly Runners Losing everything through addiction The role her husband played in recovery Helping First Nations communities break cycles through running 🌏 Episodes, community, and all things Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au 🎧 New episodes drop every Wednesday; hit follow so you don't miss a lap! ☕ Enjoying Runbelievable? If the show has kept you company on a run, you can help keep the stories coming: https://buymeacoffee.com/runbelievable About Runbelievable Runbelievable is the podcast for every runner. From your first parkrun to your 100th marathon, from walk-run intervals to dabbling in trail running, every runner has a story worth telling. Through honest conversations with runners from all walks of life, Runbelievable explores the challenges, achievements, setbacks, and experiences that connect us through running and shape who we become.

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  • June 8 · 20 min

    BONUS | She Went Back for Brisbane Marathon Redemption... You Won't Believe What Happened

    Fresh off the Brisbane Marathon, a familiar Runbelievable voice returns for a special Recap episode. When Carly Barkle first joined us in Ep. 18, she spoke openly about chasing redemption at the Brisbane Marathon. Twelve months after her first DNF, and her 6th bout of bowel surgery… the training is done, the race has been run, and now it's time to find out what really happened. No polished summary. No social media highlight reel. Just an honest reflection whilst the emotions are still fresh. We talk about: Whether she found the redemption she was looking for The race-day twist we had no idea about! The moments that tested her most What surprised her along the way How she feels about the experience now that it's over 🌏 Episodes, community, and all things Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au 🎧 New episodes drop every Wednesday; hit follow so you don't miss a lap! ☕ Enjoying Runbelievable? If the show has kept you company on a run, you can help keep the stories coming: https://buymeacoffee.com/runbelievable About Runbelievable Runbelievable is the podcast for every runner. From your first parkrun to your 100th marathon, from walk-run intervals to dabbling in trail running, every runner has a story worth telling. Through honest conversations with runners from all walks of life, Runbelievable explores the challenges, achievements, setbacks, and experiences that connect us through running and shape who we become.

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  • S1 · E35
    June 2 · 40 min

    EP 35 | She Walks During Marathons. Does That Make Her Less of a Runner?

    Belle Ferguson started running for a surprisingly practical reason... walking took too long. What began as a time-saving measure soon turned into something much bigger. Today, Belle is a marathoner, Trek2Health trek leader, and passionate advocate for runners of all abilities. She's also challenging one of running's biggest misconceptions... that taking walk breaks somehow makes you less of a runner. In this episode: Starting running purely to save time How Trek to Health changed her life The run-walk (Jeffing) method explained Why back-of-the-pack runners deserve more respect Running marathons without chasing elite times Finding confidence, community, and belonging through running 🌏 Episodes, community, and all things Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au 🎧 New episodes drop every Wednesday; hit follow so you don't miss a lap! ☕ Enjoying Runbelievable? If the show has kept you company on a run, you can help keep the stories coming: https://buymeacoffee.com/runbelievable About Runbelievable Runbelievable is the podcast for every runner. From your first parkrun to your 100th marathon, from walk-run intervals to dabbling in trail running, every runner has a story worth telling. Through honest conversations with runners from all walks of life, Runbelievable explores the challenges, achievements, setbacks, and experiences that connect us through running and shape who we become.

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