The Sunday Plodcast

The Sunday Plodcast, presented by SportsShoes.com, is the running podcast dedicated to getting you through that Sunday Plod. Whether you’re listening pre, during, or post run; it doesn’t really matter though. We aim to raise the profile of elite distance running by providing our listeners with insights into the lives and training of top athletes and coaches, along with discussions around current news and trends within the sport.

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Jun 10, 2025 · 40 min
Weekend Round Up: Brum BMC, Rome DL & More (+ UK 10K Trials Start Lists!)
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli catch up about all the action; from the Rome Diamond League, to the Birmingham BMC, and everything in between. They also preview Saturday's British Athletics 10,000m Trials for the Tokyo World Championships, and much more. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
Jun 7, 2025 · 52 min
S5 Ep22: EP 222: Ellie Leather
This week on the podcast: Matt sits down with British middle-distance runner Ellie Leather, now based in the U.S. and competing professionally with Under Armour. Fresh off a new 800m personal best of 2:02.19 in Los Angeles, Ellie discusses her journey from collegiate athletics to becoming a full-time professional runner. She shares insights into her training, mindset, and aspirations for the 2025 track season. Presented by SportsShoes.com – your destination for the latest running gear.
May 31, 2025 · 43 min
S5 Ep21: EP 221: Anti-Doping (with Jake Shelley)
This week on the pod, Matt and Oli are joined by Jake Shelley from the International Testing Agency (ITA) to dive into the world of anti-doping in athletics. With experience in both athletics and cycling, Jake offers a behind the scenes look at how global agencies work to keep sport clean; from testing protocols to tracking down cheats. A must-listen for anyone curious about the fight against doping in elite sport. Presented by SportsShoes.com
May 27, 2025 · 34 min
Weekend Round Up: Rabat DL, LA Track Fest & More!
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli chat through all the action from the past weekend; talking through all the British performances. From Max Burgin in Rabat, to Jake Wightman in LA, and everything in between, they dissect it all. Presented by SportsShoes.com
May 24, 2025 · 54 min
S5 Ep20: EP 220: Alistair Cragg
This week, Matt sat down with Alistair Cragg, Irish Olympian and current head coach of North Carolina's Puma Elite, to discuss his growing impact on British distance running. Now based in North Carolina, Cragg is guiding top UK athletes including Patrick Dever, Rose Harvey, and Jack Rowe, as they chase major championships over the marathon. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
May 20, 2025 · 19 min
Weekend Preview: Comeback 5000, LA Track Fest & More!
The Sunday Plodcast — Weekend Preview: Comeback 5000, LA Track Fest & More! Presented by SportsShoes. We’re previewing the LA Track Fest, where British stars like Jake Wightman, George Mills, Melissa Courtney-Bryant, and James West are set to test themselves against top international competition. Meanwhile, at the fan-favourite, Comeback 5000, George Wheeler, Tomer Tarragano, Amelia Quirk, and many more, are lining up in search of fast times and strong statements.
May 17, 2025 · 1 hr 14 min
S5 Ep19: EP 219: Ed Eyestone
🎙️ This week, Matt and Oli are joined by coaching legend and two-time Olympian Ed Eyestone; the man behind BYU’s rise to dominance in collegiate cross country and distance running. With over 25 years leading the BYU program, Ed shares incredible stories from his career, including what it takes to develop NCAA champions and Olympians. He dives into his coaching philosophy, how he builds team culture, and what it’s been like guiding some of the biggest names in U.S. distance running, including Conner Mantz, Clayton Young, and Kenneth Rooks, from promising student-athletes to professional stars. 🔗 Presented by SportsShoes.com – your destination for the latest performance running gear.
May 10, 2025 · 54 min
S5 Ep18: EP 218: FLYCARB (with Josh Elston-Carr & Jack Gray)
This week on The Sunday Plodcast, Matt is joined by GB international, Jack Gray, and sub 4 miler, Josh Elston-Carr, to talk about their joint venture, Flycarb; the fuelling brand built by runners, for runners. They talk training, nutrition, and what it takes to compete at the sharp end of British distance running; all while building a brand designed to power endurance athletes from parkrun to the podium. 🎧 Plus, listeners get 10% off at flycarb.com with code PLOD10. Presented by SportsShoes.com
May 5, 2025 · 30 min
Weekend Round Up: Grand Slam Miami
This weekend's Grand Slam Track meet in Miami delivered thrilling performances, with Josh Kerr and Grant Fisher leading the charge. Kerr showcased his versatility and endurance by clinching the 1500m title with a meet record of 3:34.51 and securing a personal best of 1:45.01 in the 800m, amassing a total of 16 points to win the overall short-distance group title. On the long-distance front, Grant Fisher demonstrated strategic prowess. After a close second-place finish in the 3000m, he bounced back to win the 5000m with a time of 13:40.32, setting a new meet record and accumulating 20 points to claim the long-distance group crown. Matt and Oli delve into these performances, analyse the race strategies, and discuss what these results mean for the athletes' seasons ahead. Join us as we break down the highlights from Miami's Grand Slam Track meet. Presented by SportsShoes.com
May 3, 2025 · 46 min
S5 Ep17: EP 217: Jake Smith
Matt and Oli are joined once again by Jake Smith, fresh from clocking a superb 2:11 at the London Marathon last weekend. A familiar face on the UK endurance scene, Jake dives into his training journey, navigating injuries and illnesses, and his ambitions on the roads and track in the seasons ahead. Plenty of insight, honesty, and classic Jake energy; this one's a must-listen for British distance running fans. Brought to you by SportsShoes.com
Apr 29, 2025 · 33 min
Weekend Round Up: London Marathon REVIEW
In this weekend’s round up, Matt and Oli recap all the action from the 2025 London Marathon. From Eilish McColgan’s much-anticipated run to standout performances by Rose Harvey, Mahamed Mahamed, Alex Yee, and more, plus dominant victories from Sabastian Sawe and Tigst Assefa, we cover the key moments and major takeaways from an unforgettable race day. Presented by SportsShoes.com
Apr 26, 2025 · 42 min
S5 Ep16: EP 216: Paddy Dever
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed Puma athlete, Paddy Dever, back to the podcast. The 13:04 and 27:08 man returned to the plodcast after 4 years as a professional and talks through his training setup in North Carolina, as well as his imminent move to the marathon, and much more. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
Apr 22, 2025 · 43 min
BONUS EP: London Marathon Preview
Bonus Episode: London Marathon 2025 Preview In this special bonus episode, Matt and Oli deliver an in-depth preview of all the action set to unfold at this Sunday’s London Marathon. They take a close look at the stacked international fields, featuring Olympic champions Sifan Hassan and Tamirat Tola, alongside world half marathon record-holder Jacob Kiplimo, who makes his highly anticipated marathon debut. The episode also unpacks the thrilling domestic battles, including Eilish McColgan vs. Charlotte Purdue in the women’s race, and a competitive men’s field with Phil Sesemann, Jack Rowe, and Jake Smith all eyeing top British honors. Plus, they discuss the exciting addition of Olympic triathlon champion Alex Yee, stepping up to the marathon distance for the first time. From elite contenders to breakout stories and tactical insights, Matt and Oli cover it all to get you ready for one of the biggest races on the calendar. Presented in partnership with SportsShoes.com.
Apr 19, 2025 · 1 hr 28 min
S5 Ep15: EP 215: Steve Jones
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed marathon running royalty, Steve Jones, to the podcast. The former British and World record holder talked through his career in the 1980's that saw him run a personal best of 2:07:13 in Chicago. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
Apr 12, 2025 · 41 min
S5 Ep14: EP 214: Neil Gourley
In this week's episode, Matt welcomed World Indoor 1500m Silver-Medalist, Neil Gourley, back to the podcast. Three years on from when he first appeared on the pod, Neil talked about his recent indoor success, as well as his outdoor opener at Grand Slam Track in Kingston, Jamaica. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
Apr 8, 2025 · 34 min
Weekend Round Up: Grand Slam Kingston
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli review all the action from Grand Slam Track's opening event in Kingston, that featured emphatic wins from Grant Fisher and Emmanuel Wanyonyi. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
Apr 5, 2025 · 46 min
S5 Ep13: EP 213: Sarah Healy
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed European Indoor 3000m Champion, Sarah Healy, to the podcast. The Irish international and M11 track club athlete talked through her training under coaches, Trevor Painter and Jenny Meadows, as well as her approach to racing in the past few months, and much more. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
Mar 30, 2025 · 47 min
S5 Ep12: EP 212: Grand Slam Track (with Kyle Merber)
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed Kyle Merber, Director of Athletes and Racing at GrandSlamTrack.com, to the podcast. Kyle talked through the upcoming action at GST's inaugural event in Kingston, Jamaica, next weekend. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
Mar 23, 2025 · 36 min
S5 Ep11: EP 211: World Indoors REVIEW
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from the World Indoor Championships that featured 1500m medals from Neil Gourley and Georgia Hunter-Bell. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com
Mar 19, 2025 · 30 min
Weekend Round Up: Podium Festival
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli review all the action from Podium Festival on Saturday, as well as the Bath and New York City Half-Marathons. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com