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• EP24 - Ice Pops & Mayhem at UTS 2025: What Really Happened in Snowdonia/Eryri?

  UTS 2025 Recap – Ice Pops, Elite Performances & Trail Chaos | RUNcensored Podcast EP24In this episode of RUNcensored, Gary House and Ben Mounsey dive into everything that went down at the 2025 edition of Ultra-Trail Snowdonia Eryri by UTMB (UTS), the UK’s only UTMB World Series race.Gary attended the event to support his friend Rich Lazenby in the 100-miler, hand out ice pops to overheating runners, and experience the full scale of UTS madness from the sidelines. Ben stayed home—and by the end of the episode, he's kind of glad he did.🎙️ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:🏁 UTS Race Structure – 100M, 100K, 50K, 25K and why the 100K was stacked this year🧊 Ice Pops at Aid Stations – Gary’s grassroots contribution goes viral📦 Logistics Mayhem – Missed turns, signal issues, soup gate, and more📊 Elite Performances – Jon Albon, Blanchard, Collison, Roberts, Jones🧠 The Mental Side – Rich Lazenby’s 100M low patch & Sam Skinner’s top-10 grit🌍 The Bigger Picture – Is UTMB helping or hurting the grassroots UK trail scene?⏱️ Chapters:0:00 – Intro: Weekend catch-up & Gary’s visit to UTS6:23 – UTS race distances and UTMB’s influence on the event10:13 – Crewing Rich Lazenby and the reality of the 100 miler15:02 – Safety, terrain, and weather challenges in Eryri20:26 – Elite performances across the 100M and 100K races24:18 – Ice pops, checkpoint support & Gary’s viral aid station moment29:11 – Logistics chaos: traffic, tracking, and signal dropouts33:34 – Aid station inconsistencies and supply issues38:00 – Water shortages, heat, and ‘soup gate’ drama48:10 – Big names in the 100K: Albon, Blanchard, Collison, Jones51:07 – UK trail running evolution and what’s changing54:35 – Podium shoutouts: Sam Skinner, Laurie Morgan, Eleanor Davis57:10 – UTMB’s impact on British trail events1:00:06 – Community moments and listener interactions1:08:03 – How RUNcensored is inspiring the next generation1:14:03 – Race calendar congestion: UTS, The Arc, The Spine1:23:34 – Final thoughts, reflections & future of UTSWhy You Should Listen:If you care about ultrarunning, mountain racing, or the direction trail running is heading in the UK, this episode pulls no punches. It’s full of race highlights, honest critiques, personal stories, and shoutouts to some of the most inspiring athletes on the scene—including Stephanie Case, whose win went viral for all the right reasons.👉 New episodes every Tuesday – Follow & Subscribe!#RUNcensored #UTS2025 #UltraTrailSnowdonia #UTMBWorldSeries #TrailRunning #Ultrarunning #JonathanAlbon #StephanieCase #KimCollison #MathieuBlanchard #IcePopsAndElevation #RunningPodcast #MountainRunning #GaryHouse #BenMounsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• EP23 - ALL THE GEAR, NO IDEA?! Fish and Rice Cakes Guy Danny Andrews on Viral Fame & Starting Over

  What happens when you become an internet meme overnight? Danny Andrews knows better than anyone. Back in 2007, he gained viral fame as the "Fish and a Rice Cake Guy" after appearing in the BBC Three documentary Baby Faced Bodybuilders. That clip—where he repeated his bizarre daily diet of fish and rice cakes—exploded on YouTube, turning Danny into an internet sensation. But what happened after the laughs?In this episode, Gary and Ben sit down with Danny to unpack the reality behind the meme. From dealing with online trolls and unexpected fame to building a career as a barber and launching his own rice cake business, Danny shares the highs, the lows, and everything in between.🎙️ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:🐟 Viral Fame – How 'Fish and a Rice Cake' took over the internet✂️ Life After the Meme – Building a career as a barber and entrepreneur🍚 Danny’s Rice Cake Business – Turning a meme into a marketable product💬 Social Media and Negativity – Handling trolls and public pressure⛰️ Lakeland Trails 10K – All the Gear, No Idea disaster in the Lake District🤝 The Kindness of the Running Community – Why runners are different🔥 Gary's Viral Video Strategy – How stereotypes made his content explode📹 The "Stereotype Guy" Controversy – When jokes get taken too seriously✅ Just Say Yes – Danny's new mentality for embracing every opportunity⏱️ Chapters:0:00 – Intro and Meet Danny Andrews4:15 – Becoming the “Fish and a Rice Cake Guy”10:20 – Going Viral: The Highs and the Lows18:50 – Life After the Meme: Barbershops and New Businesses27:15 – The Dark Side of Social Media33:45 – Paul Mort’s Advice on Handling Negativity40:10 – Launching Danny’s Rice Cakes48:30 – Gary’s Secrets to Viral Videos55:50 – Danny’s ‘Just Say Yes’ Attitude1:02:10 – Social Media’s Role in Running Culture1:07:00 – Danny's Lakeland Trails 10K Story: All the Gear, No Idea1:11:00 – The "Stereotype Guy" Video and Online Backlash1:13:30 – Danny's Surprise at the Running Community1:15:00 – Outro and What’s Next for DannyWhy You Should Listen:If you’ve ever wondered what happens after a viral meme fades away, Danny Andrews has the story. From being laughed at by millions to building his own business, Danny’s journey is one of resilience, reinvention, and saying yes to wild opportunities. Plus, we dive into all the gear, no idea moments, the kindness of the running community, and why sometimes, you just have to lean into the joke.👉 New episodes every Tuesday – Follow & Subscribe!#RUNcensored #RunningPodcast #FishAndRiceCakes #DannyAndrews #ViralFame #Entrepreneurship #MentalHealth #SocialMedia #PaulMort #EnduranceRunning #InternetMeme #ViralVideos #ContentCreation #JustSayYes #RunningCommunity #SocialMediaAndRunning #TrailRunning #LakelandTrails10K Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• EP22 - MY BRAIN FELL OUT! : Mel Sykes on Running 268 Miles After Brain Surgery

  EP22 - “My Brain Fell Out”: Mel Sykes on Running 268 Miles After Brain SurgeryHow far would you go after brain surgery? For Mel Sykes, the answer was 268 miles. In this episode, Gary and Ben sit down with Mel to hear her incredible journey from brain surgery to completing the Montane Spine Race—one of the toughest endurance races in the world.Diagnosed with Chiari Malformation, a condition where part of her brain pressed into her spinal canal, Mel faced surgery with the terrifying possibility that she might never run again. But instead of slowing down, she did the opposite. She signed up for the Spine Race—268 miles of relentless mud, snow, and hallucinations across the Pennine Way.In This Episode:The first signs of Chiari Malformation—headaches, blurred vision, and balance issuesFacing brain surgery and the mental strength it took to endure itLearning to walk and run again — one painful step at a timeEntering the Spine Race post-surgery and battling through brutal conditionsWhat it’s like to run 268 miles when your body has been through hell and backThe state of cheating in ultra running and why race integrity mattersKey Moments:00:00 – Intro and Meet Mel Sykes05:00 – Discovering the Symptoms: Headaches, Blurred Vision & Balance Issues11:30 – The Diagnosis: Chiari Malformation and the Road to Brain Surgery19:45 – Facing the Surgery: Risks, Reality, and Mental Strength27:20 – The Long Road to Recovery: Learning to Walk and Run Again36:00 – Returning to the Trails: First Steps Back into Running43:50 – Entering the Spine Race: 268 Miles of Brutality53:15 – Training for Ultras Post-Surgery: Lessons Learned1:01:40 – Facing Adversity: Running Through Pain and Pushing Limits1:11:20 – Cheating Scandals in Ultra Running: Integrity and Fair Play1:20:50 – Mel’s Mindset: How Brain Surgery Changed Her Approach1:29:10 – Future Races and Plans: What’s Next for Mel?1:36:30 – Outro and Final Reflections🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts.▶️ Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_pklymQxtluqvkNmf41MYI7fOk8Ki_YT💬 Got a question for Mel, Gary, or Ben? Drop us a message—we might read it out next episode!#RUNcensored #RunningPodcast #TrailRunning #Ultrarunning #BrainSurgery #SpineRace #ChiariMalformation #EnduranceRunning #MentalStrength #AdventureRaces Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• EP21 - The Biggest Weekend in Running? London, Manchester, Fellsman & More

  Ep21: The Biggest Weekend in Running? London, Manchester, Three Peaks, Fellsman & MoreOne weekend. Every race. All the drama.Gary and Ben break down a stacked weekend in UK and international running, covering everything from world records in London to a historic win at the Fellsman — plus spicy takes on DNFs, influencer pressure, gear trends, and even robot marathons.London Marathon 202558,000 runners and unseasonably hot conditionsPeres Jepchirchir sets the women-only world record (2:16:16)Mohamed Mohamed finishes as top British manAlex Yee runs 2:09 on debut while still training for triathlonEilish McColgan sets a new Scottish record as first British womanDNF rants, pacing mistakes, Instagram tears, and the rise of the “oxygen mask selfie”Manchester MarathonStrong runs from Duncan, Mitch, and moreThoughts on race execution, disappointment, and recovery when things go wrongFellsman UltraAnna Llwellyn becomes the first female overall winner in the race’s 61-year historyWhat it means for women’s trail running and why these events need support to surviveCommentary on the Fellsman’s history and futureYorkshire Three Peaks Fell RaceAlistair Brownlee toes the line, but it’s Ben Rothery who takes the winNicola Jackson and Sharon Taylor dominate the women’s raceReflections on course changes, tactical racing, and fell legends like Karl Gray, Ricky Lightfoot, and Rob JebbIs the Three Peaks still one of the UK’s great races?Other UK RacesBurnsall and Wharfedale trail eventsDales Trails and grassroots fell supportMadeira Island Ultra Trail (MIUT)Katie Schide takes on her partner Germain Grangier and nearly beats the menCould she challenge Courtney Dauwalter at UTMB this year?Ultra-Trail Mount Fuji (UTMF)How live coverage and race prestige are shifting global trail running focusWishlist races and dream destinationsOther Talking PointsBranded campaigns and athlete pressure (including Sportsshoes stories)£900 Nike x Hyperice recovery bootsRobot marathoners in China (yes, really)Everyone’s racing in hydration vests now — even at 5KsAnd of course: Gary and Ben’s usual chaos, coaching insight, and unfiltered takesChapters💬 Enjoying the episode? Leave a comment on YouTube or DM us on Instagram — we’ll read out some of your replies next week. And if you’re loving the pod, don’t forget to follow, rate and review. It helps more than you know!#RUNcensored #RunningPodcast #LondonMarathon #ManchesterMarathon #Fellsman #ThreePeaks #TrailRunning #Ultrarunning #AlexYee #EilishMcColgan #KatieSchide #BethanLlewelyn #AlistairBrownlee #CourtneyDauwalter #MIUT #UTMF Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• EP20 - The TRUTH about Spencer Matthews and other RUNfluencers | ChatGBT

  Episode 20: Running Myths, Dirty Kit Confessions & Strength Training Truths | ChatGBTHow many sweaty runs can you get out of your kit before you really need to wash it? 🫣And is social media changing running culture for better—or worse?This week on RUNcensored, Gary and Ben are back with another ChatGBT episode, answering your questions with their usual mix of brutal honesty, funny stories, and real-world running advice.The episode covers a wide range of running-related topics, including:The influence of social media on running – and why many influencers might be doing it for the wrong reasons.Preparation for ultras – how a lot of first-time ultrarunners are underprepared (and why that’s normal and survivable!).How often should you replace your running shoes? – including hilarious commentary on the evolution of race shoes, carbon plates, and shoe durability.How many runs you can get out of your running kit before washing it – with a brutally honest (and funny) conversation about smell tests, gooch checks, and sweaty kit habits.Essential kit for running ultras – practical tips on gear, lube, nutrition, hygiene, and even toothbrushes for long races.The importance of strength training for runners – why most runners know they should strength train, but few actually do, and how to make it realistic and sustainable.Gary’s behind-the-scenes insight into working at big trail events – including frustrations with media expectations and why knowing your worth matters.Funny stories about embarrassing running habits, stand-up comedy ambitions, and how growing up in the UK shaped their humour.At its core, the episode blends practical running advice, mindset coaching, and plenty of banter—perfect for trail runners, ultra runners, and anyone who loves the real, messy side of the sport.Chapters:00:00 – Intro: ChatGBT Chaos Begins04:20 – Social Media and Running: Good or Bad?09:30 – Undertrained for Your First Ultra?16:10 – Shoe Life: When to Replace Running Shoes21:45 – Sweaty Kit Confessions & Gooch Checks29:20 – Ultra Running Kit Essentials35:00 – Strength Training for Real Runners41:00 – Behind the Scenes at Big Trail Events49:10 – British Humour, Comedy, and Bad Habits56:00 – Final Thoughts: Keeping Running HonestWhy You Should Listen:If you love trail running, ultras, and laughing at the ridiculous side of the sport, this one’s for you. It’s real advice, real stories, and a reminder that you don’t have to be perfect—you just have to keep moving forward.👉 New episodes drop every Tuesday – follow, subscribe, and join the madness!#TrailRunning #UltraRunning #RunningPodcast #RunningGear #StrengthTraining #RUNcensored #ChatGBT #GaryHouse #BenMounsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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