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The Extra Mile REVAMP: GNR's Sir Brendan & more!

Sep 7, 2026 · 20m

Summary

Jenny Falconer hosts the new "Extra Mile" episode, featuring an interview with Sir Brendan Foster ahead of the 45th Great North Run, where they discuss the race's history and upcoming events. The show also covers the viral Sydney Marathon medal error and includes a Q&A with Nike’s Coach Bennett on self-coaching and the value of cross-country running.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Wayfair Halloween Decor Intro: Great North Run and Kevin Keegan tribute Show Overview and Run Pod Run Club Call to Action Running Rundown: Sydney Marathon Medal Faux Pas Listener Story: Setting Intentions for Your Run Interview with Sir Brendan Foster: Origins The First Great North Run: Auckland Inspiration Logistics: Road Closures and Spectator Numbers Growth: From Fun Run to Global Event Early Days: Communication Challenges Celebrity Runners and Kevin Keegan Tribute Advice for First-Timers and This Year's Medal Ballot Open and Youth Participation Trends Sponsor: Wonder Delivery Q&A with Coach Bennett: Nike Run Club Philosophy Coach Bennett's Book: 'This Is Not About Running' Self-Coaching and Confidence for Runners Why Cross Country is the Best Race Outro and Next Episode Teaser Sponsor: Wayfair Halloween Decor
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