EP35 - UTMB 2025 Preview + What Really Happened with Gary & Harrier
UTMB 2025 Preview & The Truth About Gary and Harrier Trail RunningGary’s been injured, he’s been running with mates Rich Lazenby and Rich Gill… and he’s got a story to tell. Spoiler: it involves UTMB, Chamonix, and getting sacked.This week, the lads are talking all things UTMB 2025 — from race week in Chamonix to altitude training in Tignes — with plenty of gossip about working with brands, new shoe drops, and what really happens behind the sponsorship deals. Ben shares the inside scoop from filming with Jim Walmsley and the Hoka team, plus why his one-take Instagram reel went viral.They break down UTMB race week day-by-day, talk English Fell Running Championship drama, and even tease a mystery new product they’ve been testing. Will RUNcensored make it to Chamonix to record live? Listen and find out.🎙️ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:💥 Gary’s injury update and running with Rich Lazenby & Rich Gill🏔️ Gary’s race in Chamonix & altitude training lessons🚪 Why Gary’s departure from Harrier Trail Running wasn’t his choice🎥 Ben’s pre-UTMB trip to Chamonix, St Gervais & Tignes with Hoka👟 New shoe releases and gear chat🎬 One-take Instagram reel with Jim Walmsley📱 Gary’s advice on making great Instagram reels🤝 Ben’s blueprint for getting sponsored by a running brand💼 Big discussion: how to work with brands without losing your soul📅 UTMB race week – how it all works & the Francesco Puppi Strava segment🕵️ Teasing a secret new product they’re testing🏪 How Sportsshoes.com are gearing up for UTMB week🏆 English Fell Running Championships – Ben Rothery vs Finlay Grant, decided by 20 seconds🔮 Predictions for who will crush UTMB 2025🎤 Will there be a RUNcensored podcast recorded live in Chamonix?Why You Should Listen:If you love trail and ultra running, UTMB week in Chamonix, or want the inside scoop on working with big brands like Hoka, this episode is for you. You’ll hear unfiltered race stories, sponsorship advice, gear talk, and a behind-the-scenes look at the most exciting week in trail running.👉 New episodes every Tuesday – Follow & Subscribe on Apple, Spotify & Acast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP34 - Lakeland 100 and Fuelling for Ultra Trails with Mel Sykes & Eorl Crabtree
Rugby Legend Eorl Crabtree & Mel Sykes on Lakeland 100, Fuelling for Ultras & THAT Chant.He’s 6’6”, 20 stone, and used to batter people for a living. Now he’s thinking about running 50 miles.This week, Gary and Ben are joined by returning guest Mel Sykes and her lifelong mate, former rugby league star Eorl Crabtree. What starts as friendly banter quickly turns into a raw, funny, and surprisingly emotional deep-dive into life after elite sport, why running messes with your head, and what happens when your body doesn’t match your ambitions.Eorl opens up about leaving rugby behind, getting heckled by French fans, and how being called a “fat Robbie Savage” became part of his legacy. Mel reflects on her latest Lakeland 100 adventure, including why she ran the whole thing without a watch and how she fuels on flapjack instead of gels.They also unpack the weird rituals of gym culture, the pressure to perform after fame, and why data might be ruining the fun in both rugby and running. Expect brutal honesty, big laughs, and a lot of Yorkshire sarcasm.🎙️ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:🏉 Eorl’s rugby career, French crowd abuse & mid-speech chaos🤣 The real story behind “Fat Robbie Savage”💪 Life after pro sport – body image, motivation, and gym insecurities🏃♀️ Mel’s return to Lakeland 100 and her “run by feel” strategy🍰 Why she fuels with real food (and hates gels)📉 Is data killing sport?💬 Why runners need to laugh more and stress less🤝 The difference between team sport and solo ultras🥵 Eorl’s first 30K run and why ultras are terrifying👀 Mel’s savage honesty about pain, pacing, and personal growthWhy You Should Listen:If you’ve ever wondered what happens when a professional rugby player tries to understand ultra running — or how an elite runner fuels with flapjack instead of science — this episode delivers. It’s about identity, friendship, brutal races, and finding joy in the mess of it all.👉 New episodes every Tuesday – Follow & Subscribe on Apple, Spotify & Acast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP33 - I Punched a Seagull in Venice (While Hanging Out with Liz McColgan) – Huw Williams
He’s battling stage 4 cancer. But that hasn’t stopped him building the most inclusive ultra in the world.This week, Gary and Ben sit down with Huw Williams – Welsh event organiser, founder of Beautifully Brutal Events, and the driving force behind the SHE Ultra. Known for his wild storytelling, unapologetic honesty, and community-first ethos, Huw is creating trail races that are about more than just finish times.From living with a terminal diagnosis to punching a seagull in Venice while eating a sandwich with Liz McColgan, this one has it all. But underneath the laughs is a serious mission: to make trail running safer, more inclusive, and a lifeline for women affected by cancer.Huw shares how the SHE Ultra came to life, why men aren’t allowed in certain zones, and how his team is training nurses to care for runners at remote checkpoints. We also get a glimpse into his new Portugal event, his plans for a Race Across Wales, and why you won’t find Beautifully Brutal on Facebook.We talk cancer, community, legacy, logistics, and how a brutally honest approach to life can change everything.🎙️ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:🏃 The ethos behind Beautifully Brutal Events🧠 Living with cancer and using it as fuel🚫 Why no race credits and no Facebook👟 How the SHE Ultra is designed around safety, care, and real inclusion🇵🇹 Launching a Portugal SHE Ultra with on-site childcare💉 Supporting nurses, survivors, and smaller cancer charities🎉 The medal ceremony… before the race starts🏡 Running through his ex-wife’s house (on her birthday)🥪 The Liz McColgan sandwich + seagull attack story🧯 Space suits, fireworks, and Coast Guard callouts🍟 The finish line chip shop and vinegar momentWhy You Should Listen:If you’ve ever thought trail running needed a shake-up, or wondered how to make events truly inclusive, Huw’s vision will stay with you. This episode is raw, funny, emotional, and a reminder that the most powerful races aren’t about splits — they’re about people.👉 New episodes every Tuesday – Follow & Subscribe on Apple, Spotify & Acast!⏱️ Episode Chapters:00:00 - Intro: Meet Huw Williams05:10 - Building Beautifully Brutal & supporting local12:50 - How the SHE Ultra started20:30 - Living with cancer and giving back29:45 - Running through his ex’s house & making races personal37:30 - The Liz McColgan story and Venice chaos43:55 - SHE Ultra Portugal & protecting community vibes52:40 - Race Across Wales, Classic 75, and new events59:15 - Nurses, crèches and survivor support01:08:00 - Legacy, letting go & no social media🔗 Follow Beautifully Brutal Events:Website: https://www.beautifullybrutal.co.ukInstagram: @beautifully_brutal_events#HuwWilliams #SHEUltra #BeautifullyBrutal #TrailRunning #Ultrarunning #RunningPodcast #CancerSupport #WomensRunning #RaceAcrossWales #PortugalUltra #LizMcColgan #RUNcensored #InclusiveRunning #CommunityRunning Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP32 - Paul Tierney - Running Strength and Movement Expert
He ended up in intensive care after an Ironman. But that didn’t stop him.This week, Gary and Ben sit down with Paul Tierney – former Irish county hurler turned elite ultra-runner, coach, and record-breaker. From the sidelines of team sport to the solitude of the mountains, Paul has carved a life around endurance, coaching, and community – but not without setbacks.Paul shares how a stint in Australia kickstarted his love for endurance sport, how a brush with death changed his perspective forever, and why a documentary about the Lake District made him pack up his life and move. Now a respected running coach with clients around the world, Paul opens up about the myths of perfect form, the dangers of one-size-fits-all coaching, and why failure has been his best teacher.We talk coaching, movement quality, social media misinformation, injury recovery, and how to build a strong mind andbody through running – without obsessing over it.🎙️ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:🏑 From county hurling to Ironman🏥 Surviving hyponatremia and landing in ICU🏔️ Discovering the Lake District and the Lakeland 100🧭 Getting lost with no map skills and a second-hand compass🧠 Why coaching is more about communication than correction📱 The problem with Instagram advice🦵 Strength work, ankle stiffness and plyometrics🩹 Injury, rehab and athlete buy-in😂 Humour, humility and lifelong learningWhy You Should Listen:If you’ve ever questioned your training, felt overwhelmed by online advice, or struggled to come back from injury – Paul’s honest, practical approach will give you a fresh perspective. This episode is about mindset, movement, and the messy reality of progress.👉 New episodes every Tuesday – Follow & Subscribe on Apple, Spotify & Acast!⏱️ Episode Chapters:00:00 - Intro: From hurling to endurance07:15 - ICU and hyponatremia14:30 - Falling in love with the Lake District21:00 - Lakeland 100 and early mountain race mistakes27:45 - Becoming a coach and finding purpose34:10 - Coaching philosophy and movement over mechanics40:20 - Social media advice and form obsession47:00 - Strength work that actually helps53:25 - The rehab mindset and listening to athletes60:00 - Final thoughts and what keeps him going🔗 Follow Paul:Instagram: @paulmissinglinkWebsite: www.missinglinkcoaching.co.uk#PaulTierney #TrailRunning #UltraRunning #RunningCoach #FellRunning #EnduranceAthlete #Lakeland100 #Wainwrights #MountainRunning #RUNcensored #RunningPodcast #StrengthAndConditioning #InjuryRecovery #Hyponatremia #Inov8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP29 - George Foster, European mountain races, race culture and his epic Bob Graham Round
“I Just Thought I Was Being Disciplined” – George Foster on Red-S, Recovery & Racing CultureThis week’s guest is George Foster — elite fell runner, fifth-fastest Bob Graham Round finisher in history, and a man with hard-earned wisdom on the dangers of pushing too far.In his first RUNcensored appearance, George joins Gary and Ben to talk about the performance-cost of under-fuelling. What starts as a light-hearted chat quickly digs into how a calorie deficit, mistaken for discipline, led to serious health consequences. It’s an unfiltered conversation about the pressures of the running world, how easily things can tip into disordered habits — and what recovery really looks like.Alongside this, we dive into George’s recent race at Trofeo Nasego in Italy, a brutal European mountain running classic featuring a Vertical Kilometre and a technical up-and-down course. He explains the unique challenge of VKs, and how the European race scene compares to the UK’s.There’s also big opinions on kit, club colours, and whether poles belong on a Bob Graham Round — plus the usual laughter, roastings, and chaos you expect from RUNcensored.🎙️ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:⚠️ George’s experience with Red-S and why awareness matters⛰️ European mountain races: VKs, altitude, and race culture🥣 Under-fuelling, false discipline, and the path to recovery🏃♂️ George’s take on the Bob Graham Round and use of poles🎽 Debates on kit, club rules, and racing etiquette😂 Gear mistakes, roastings, and classic trail running chaosWhy You Should Listen:This episode tackles serious issues in endurance sport with honesty and humour. Whether you’re training for your next big race or figuring out how to fuel properly, George’s story will hit home. Unfiltered, insightful, and essential listening for runners at every level.👉 New episodes every Tuesday – Follow & Subscribe!00:00 - Intro & Banter01:32 - Race Stories & Lessons Learned01:54 - Mental Strategies05:37 - George’s Background22:42 - Gear Talk27:27 - Training Philosophy49:56 - Nutrition & Recovery01:15:56 - Rapid-Fire Finale01:22:05 - Wrap-Up & What’s Next#RUNcensored #TrailRunning #FellRunning #UltraRunning #RedS #RunningPodcast #GeorgeFoster #BobGrahamRound #TrofeoNasego #MountainRunning #VKRace #RunCulture #EatToPerform #ClubRunning Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The RUNcensored Podcast with Gary House and Ben MounseyProduced by Chris Davies, Eastwood MediaWelcome to RUNcensored — the no-nonsense running podcast where chaos reigns, the laughs are real, and nothing is off-limits. Hosted by trail runner and coach Gary House and fell running legend Ben Mounsey, this weekly show is packed with unfiltered stories, bold opinions, and brutally honest banter.Whether it’s a world record at the London Marathon or a meltdown halfway up a mountain, Gary and Ben tackle the highs and lows of running with humour, heart, and zero ego. If you’re into trail running, ultrarunning, fell races, or just enjoy hearing two mates take the mick out of running culture — this is your new favourite podcast.What to expect:• Trail tales & race fails – from DNFs to daft ideas that somehow worked• Epic guests – including elite athletes, adventurers, and everyday legends• Hot takes & debates – hydration vests at 5Ks? Robot marathons? We’ve got thoughts• Community questions – funny, weird, relatable Q&As from listeners• Gear & training chat – occasionally useful, often ridiculous• Unfiltered conversations – running, life, mental health, and whatever else comes upNo coaching plans. No polished performance talk. Just a proper chat about what it’s really like to run, race, and mess it all up — and maybe laugh about it later.🎧 New episodes every Tuesday.🐾 Suitable for trail warriors, road runners, and anyone who’s ever cried into their race vest.RUNcensored: Running, stories, and absolute chaos — uncut and uncensored.#TrailRunning #RunningPodcast #Ultrarunning #FellRunning #OutdoorAdventures #RunningCulture #RunningWithDogs #Canicross #MentalHealthAwareness #FitnessHumor #RUNcensored Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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