Episode One - Part One
Summary
Running Commentary returns for Season 2, marking a decade since the podcast began. Hosts Richard and Paul reflect on their personal evolution, summer holidays, and recent running injuries, including a knee issue from a track session. They discuss the changing landscape of comedy gigs and the joy of running with family in the heat. The episode concludes with plans for a new Discord community and a look ahead to future racing goals.
Topics discussed
Intro, subscription pitch, and USAA ad
Season 2 launch and character introductions
Reflecting on 10 years of running and fitness
Summer holidays in Greece and the World Cup
Family life, kids at home, and houseguests
London Carnival and informal public events
Music gigs, booking changes, and holiday finance
Safety ad and DraftKings promotion
Post-holiday recovery and summer running habits
Romantic runs, swimming, and heat in London
Chasing Julia on Hampstead Heath
Beach holidays in Wales and simple pleasures
Running injuries and post-Coast to Coast form
Visitors, weather, and playing frisbee
Exploring Croydon and sprinting on the track
The risks and rewards of track sessions
Injury prevention and range of movement
Jokes about organ harvesting and the Harvester
New routes on the Heath and Parliament Hill
Listener shoutouts, future plans, and outro
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