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by Deena Kastor & Martin Yelling
Marathon Talk has returned in 2022 as part of the Abbott World Marathon Majors family. Hosted by Martin Yelling and the great Deena Kastor, every two weeks we'll bring you news, views and some amazing guest interviews from across the world of marathons and running.
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- 1 weeks ago1h 5m
EP91 | Catching The Cheats - Marathon Talk meets Brett Clothier of the Athletics Integrity Unit
On this episode of Marathon Talk, Martin and Deena have an in-depth decision with Brett Clothier, Head of the Athletics Integrity Unit. Brett and his team lead the way in ensuring marathon running is a clean sport, and we wanted to invite him on to tell us more about the work his team does and the work organisations like Abbott World Marathon Majors and World Athletes support in this ongoing battle. Links & References: Abbott World Marathon Majors Website | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Marathon Talk Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Martin Yelling | Instagram Deena Kastor | Instagram Athletics Integrity Unit | Instagram
- 3 weeks ago1h 12m
EP90 | Paula Radcliffe Chasing Stars - Behind the Scenes at the World Premiere
We were in attendance at the premiere of the new Paula Radcliffe film, Chasing Stars, and we were joined by the film's director Pat Odom, to hear more about its making. We close the show with a Q&A that Paula gave with British running great Steve Cram. Watch Paula Radcliffe - Chasing Stars now on YouTube. On this episode of Marathon Talk: 00:00 - Intro 06:10 - Still reflecting on the 2026 TCS London Marathon 25:26 - Deena speaks with director Pat Odom, the man behind the lens of Paula Radcliffe - Chasing Stars 49:21 - Q&A from the premiere of Paula Radcliffe - Chasing Stars Links & References: Abbott World Marathon Majors Website | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Marathon Talk Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Martin Yelling | Instagram Deena Kastor | Instagram Pat Odom | Instagram
- Apr 30, 20261h 6m
EP89 | Sabastian Sawe Smashes The World Record in London
Only one place to start, on Sunday, Sebastian Sawe produced a performance that will be talked about until the end of time, becoming the first man to ever run a sub-2 hour Marathon in a competitive race. We have reaction and analysis from an historic day in London. On this episode of Marathon Talk: 00:00 - Intro 00:49 - We discuss the historic performance from Sabastian Sawe at the 2026 TCS London Marathon 29:13- Danny Coyle, COO at Abbott World Marathon Majors joins us to give his sights into the day from the grandstand. 39:09 - Sean Ingle offers his thoughts on what Sawe's performance means for the wider sport of marathon running. 59:46 - We have a quick look back at the 2026 Boston Marathon Links & References: Abbott World Marathon Majors Website | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Marathon Talk Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Martin Yelling | Instagram Deena Kastor | Instagram Sean Ingle | Instagram
- Apr 17, 202654 min
EP88 | Meeting A Boston Marathon Legend | Marathon Talk Meets Bill Rodgers
As attention turns to Monday's Boston Marathon, we have a full preview of the race, including a look at who we think could be wearing their golden laurels on Boylston St. this Patriots' Day. And as race weekend approaches, I had the privilege to catch up with a true Boston legend. Bill Rodgers joins us to share valuable insights into the course and discuss his highly decorated career in this sport. And finally, for anyone in Boston this weekend, Elizabeth Pehota from Abbott World Marathon Majors will be joining us to share more about everything happening on race week in Beantown. All this, and more, on Marathon Talk. On this episode of Marathon Talk: 00:00 - Intro 01:57 - We preview the 2026 Boston Marathon 13:40- Deena meets a Boston legend, Bill Rodgers joins us on Marathon Talk 40:42 - We meet Elizabeth Pehota who will be fronting the Inside The Majors series in Boston 52:45 - Martin and Deena wrap up the show Links & References: Abbott World Marathon Majors Website | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Marathon Talk Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Martin Yelling | Instagram Deena Kastor | Instagram Elizabeth Pehota | Instagram
- Apr 3, 202655 min
EP87 | Catching Up With Conner - Marathon Talk meets Conner Mantz
We had hoped this week's episode would offer a fascinating insight into the preparation of an elite athlete as they geared up for their next race; however, fate conspired against us, and the day after we recorded it, Conner Mantz had to withdraw from the 130th Boston Marathon. He did, however, allow us to still publish this episode, and we thank him for that. Hopefully, you'll still enjoy our conversation with the US Marathon record holder and gain some insight into his mindset as he approaches his next major. Also on the show, we're joined by author Raz Rauf, who has a new book out called This Is Running: A Celebration of the World of Running, exploring the culture, history, brands, races and people behind it. All this, plus a round-up of the biggest stories in the sport on episode 87 of Marathon Talk. Order your copy of This Is Running here. On this episode of Marathon Talk: 00:00 - Intro 00:55 - Something has gotten Martin very excited. 04:39 - Deena was in Chicago for the Shamrock Shuffle 08:47 - We discuss a 2-Day TCS London Marathon in 2027? 11:56 - Deena speaks with Conner Mantz 31:41 - Martin interviews author Raz Rauf about his new book 53:20 - Martin and Deena wrap up the show Links & References: Abbott World Marathon Majors Website | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Marathon Talk Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Martin Yelling | Instagram Deena Kastor | Instagram Raz Rauf | Instagram
- Mar 20, 202649 min
EP86 | How To Get Into Every Major
The question everyone wants to know: just how do I get a bib for any of the Majors? We're joined by a Majors veteran, Rob Dalto, to talk us through all the ways you can earn your place at one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors. Plus, we have lots of news from around the marathon world. On this episode of Marathon Talk: 00:00 - Intro 00:50 - Deena tells us all about her time at the LA Marathon 02:41 - News Round-Up: LA Marathon 11:57 - Jacob Kiplimo breaks the half marathon world record in Lisbon 13:47 - Fotyen Tesfay of Ethiopia wins Barcelona 2:10:53, 2nd fastest marathon time 18:53 - Eliud Kipchoge to run the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon 20:24 - Shanghai passes stage one of AWMM candidate assessment 21:52 - Dave is joined by Rob Dalto to talk about how to get into every Abbott World Marathon Major 46:00 - Martin and Deena wrap up the show Links & References: Abbott World Marathon Majors Website | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Marathon Talk Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Martin Yelling | Instagram Deena Kastor | Instagram Rob Dalto | Instagram
- Mar 6, 20261h 11m
EP85 | Marathon Talk meets Allie Bailey, on how mindset is vital in endurance running.
On this bumper edition of Marathon Talk, Martin & Deena cover all the news in the marathon world, as a new series is announced and a legend leaves us. We're first joined on the show by trailer runner, coach and author Allie Bailey to hear more about how mindset is vital in endurance running. And to wrap up the show, David Jackson, The Breathing Coach joins us to talk about how long distance runners can use breathing exercises to improve their running efficency. You can buy Allie's new book: 31 Days David's book is available to buy here: Breathe Smarter, Run Stronger. Breathwork To Transform Your Running On this episode of Marathon Talk: 00:00 - Intro 01:05 - What Has Been Happening? 04:29 - Round-Up Of News From The Marathon Running World 19:33 - Marathon Talk Meets Allie Bailey 40:58- David Jackson Speaks To Martin About This New Book And More Links & References: Abbott World Marathon Majors Website | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Marathon Talk Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Martin Yelling | Instagram Deena Kastor | Instagram Allie Bailey | Instagram David Jackson | Instagram
- Mar 2, 202629 min
Marathon Talk Extra | Tokyo Marathon Special
Our first Marathon Talk Extra of the new season, and on this Tokyo Special, Martin and Deena are joined by David Macnamara from Abbott World Marathon Majors, and they look back on a great day of racing, which saw Tadese Takele, Brigid Kosgei, Marcel Hug and Catherine Debrunner claim victory in the Japanese capital. David also gives some insight into what the race week has been like and makes a frankly embarassing attempt to speak Japanese. See if you can figure out who wrote this bit! All this, and more, on Marathon Talk Extra!
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Marathon Talk has returned in 2022 as part of the Abbott World Marathon Majors family. Hosted by Martin Yelling and the great Deena Kastor, every two weeks we'll bring you news, views and some amazing guest interviews from across the world of marathons and running.
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