The Tea & Trails Podcast
The Tea & Trails Podcast is a weekly trail running podcast that loves to talk about running, tea and trails. Hosts Edwina & Gary talk about recent ultra races, what's been going on in their lives, coaching and interviewing a variety of runners and race organisers.
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Episodes
96 episodes
Luke Grenfell-Shaw - A Life In Tandem- Episode 96
Luke Grenfell-Shaw is an incredibly inspiring individual! Diagnosed with stage 4 cancer at the age of 24, he decided to embark on an extraordinary journey to show that life can still be rich and fulfilling even with cancer.Luke began hi...
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Episode 96
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2:05:01
Victoria Magnus - Accidental Runner to Ultra Marathoner - Episode 95
I went to Parkrun in May 2019 asking if it was ok to walk because “I have a permanent back injury so can’t run”. I did the Lakeland Trails 55k last year and have hopefully got a couple more 50k races lined up this yearIs anyone else an acci...
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Episode 95
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2:16:55
Matt Field - British 24 Hour Record Holder - Episode 94
Matt Field is an inspiring ultra-runner who recently made headlines by setting a new British 24-hour running record! On August the 24th/25th, 2024, he covered an impressive 281.303 km (174.787 miles), surpassing the previous record of 277.439 k...
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Episode 94
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1:50:14
Jen Scotney - Running Through the Dark - Episode 93
Jen Scotney is a fascinating individual with a diverse background! She's an ultrarunner, writer, podcaster, yoga teacher, and mountain leader. Jen was once a human rights lawyer, but after experiencing burnout and chronic fatigue, she transitio...
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Episode 93
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1:56:42
Andrea Harwood - Dragon's Back Race - Episode 92
This week, we are joined by Andrea Harwood. 2024 has been an awesome year of running for Andrea! Some highlights include. 105km Brecon Beacons Ultra - Ladies champ, North Downs Way 50 and then completing the full Dragon's Back Race after a 4-ye...
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Episode 92
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2:11:27
Max King - Dragon's Back Race Champ - Episode 91
Max King is a renowned American ultra-marathoner and trail runner. He has an impressive list of achievements, including winning the 2014 100 km World Championships and the 2011 World Mountain Running Championships. Max is known for his versatil...
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Episode 91
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2:05:36
Gary Thwaites - 13 Valleys Ultra - Episode 90
This week, Gary shares his 13 Valleys Ultra story. Did he survive two nights and over 35 hours on his feet? Did he puke and rally or was it more of a pity party?https://teaandtrails.com/https://www.patreon.com/teaandtrails
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Episode 90
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1:30:19
Shane Ohly - Dragon's Back FKT Party - Episode 89
Shane Ohly is a well-known figure in the mountain-running community. He is a former professional climber and an elite mountain runner with a deep passion for outdoor adventures. Shane is also the founder of Ourea Events, which organizes some of...
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Episode 89
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2:01:15
Kate Parker - Harrier Trail Running - Episode 88
This week we share the mics with Kate Parker! Kate is the founder of Harrier Trail Running, a UK-based company that specializes in trail running gear. She started Harrier in 2020 to provide high-quality, affordable, thoughtfully designed trail ...
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Episode 88
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1:57:07
Lawrence Basham - The Running Reverend - Episode 87
The Reverend Lawrence Basham - Team Vicar South Lakes joins us this week. This is one of the highlights of this podcast. One minute we are sitting crossed-legged on the floor at John Ruskin School listening to Lawrence before we set off on our ...
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Episode 87
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2:05:23
Brew & A Chat with Jon Zincke - Episode 86
We had the pleasure of chatting with Jon Zincke. Lots of you will resonate with Jon's journey into running, but we're not sure who can match his enthusiasm and his 'giving' nature back to the sport. Something which helped turn his life around, ...
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Episode 86
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2:15:52
Ultra Marathon Training & Racing Tips - Episode 85
Are you interested in running a successful ultra marathon? If so, you're in luck. This week, Eddie and Gary will be sharing some tips and thoughts they've picked up that have helped them train and run ultras to the best of their ability. Just t...
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Episode 85
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1:38:12
Neil Robinson - 2024 Lakeland 100 - Episode 84
This week we are joined by Neil Robinson, Robbo or call sign Robbo Cop. My good friend, training partner, teammate, my Lakeland 100 wingman & 4 times L100 finisher too!https://teaandtrails.com/https://www.patreon.com/teaandtrail...
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Episode 84
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2:08:11
Steve Hurren - Double Spine Race - Episode 83
This week we share the mics with Steve Herron, Steve has gone from burnout to taking on some of the toughest races out there. All within 5 years. Quite often, he's repping a Tea & Trails snood too! KUDOS. Thanks for your support Steve.<...
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Episode 83
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2:04:06
Gary Thwaites - 2024 Lakeland 100 - Episode 82
The week Gary spills the beans on his Lakeland 100 race. He not only battled the course he battled his tummy too. Spoiler. It wasn't pretty, but he got to the end with much support from his mate Robbo. The coaches help Patreon Anita Rayer, we h...
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Episode 82
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2:05:38
Jenny Hartley - Invictus Games & Gladiators Champ - Episode 81
Jenny Hartley is on an incredible journey. She has served in the military, retrained as a GP, won Gladiators, and competed at the Invictus Games. Additionally, she is gearing up for the 2024 Dragon's Back Race. It was amazing to share the mics ...
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Episode 81
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1:40:54
Bridget Glaister - Cape Wrath Ultra Champ - Episode 80
This week we share the mics with Bridget Glaister, Bridget is an ultra-running Solicitor who podiumed at the 2022 Dragons Back Race then went one better at the 2024 Cape Wrath Ultra and was 1st female. The coaches offer some offer sage advice t...
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Episode 80
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1:57:11
Chris Cope - Summer Spine Race Champ - Episode 79
Chris Cope is a type 1 diabetic doctor who won the 2024 Montane Summer Spine Race. He's a remarkable person and it's fascinating to hear how someone with type 1 diabetes not only participates in some of the toughest races on the planet but also...
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Episode 79
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1:52:58
Ajay Hanspal - Double Paddy Buckley Round Record Holder - Episode 78
Episode 78 - F-Bomb warning! This week Ajay Hanspal shares his record-breaking Double Paddy Buckley Round story! Ajay covered a heavy flexing 131.93 miles with 58,537ft of vert in 52hrs 51mins 35secs. In other news, we find out which co...
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Episode 78
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1:57:05
James Thurlow - Open Tracking - Episode 77
Another week of high-brow entertainment! Who has the heaviest flex? Eddie & Gary go head to head and fire up their guns. Also, Gary has two listener encounters on the trails. Plus, Eddie makes a rookie footwear error... Also, does Gary make...
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Episode 77
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1:55:17
Eddie & Gary - Episode 76
No guest this week, but we do have a Tale from the Trails, two hot five-star reviews, a Protein Rebel competition and we share our weekly deets. The show must go on!Precision Fuel & Hydration helps athletes personalise their ...
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Episode 76
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1:13:36
Keri Wallace - 100 of the best runs in England, Scotland and Wales - Episode 75
Running Challenges by Keri Wallace showcases 100 of the best runs across Great Britain, from inspiring 5Ks to epic multi-day ultras. Split into three sections – England, Scotland and Wales – and featuring a mixture of marked trails, organised...
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Episode 75
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1:56:22
Zoe Murphy - Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB - Episode 74
Zoe Murphy shares her She Ultra and UTS 100K story. Zoe took the win at She Ultra and battled through the heat to finish the awesome, relentless, brutal, scorching pain cave that was the UTS 100K. Watch for Zoe at this year's Dragon's Back Race...
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Episode 74
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2:08:48
Trish Patterson - Ultra Trail Australia by UTMB - Episode 73
This week we catch up with our kick-ass coach Trish! Trish shares her Ultra Trail Australia by UTMB adventure. A 100K journey through Australia's magical Blue Mountains. Trish's Instagram -
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Episode 73
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1:57:48
Sarah Perry - South West Coast Path FKT - Episode 72
INOV8 ambassador Sarah Perry has completed the South West Coast Path. At 630 miles in length, the South West Coast Path is England’s longest National Trail. Sarah completed the entire route in 13 days 11 hours and 31 mins. Not only is that a ne...
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Episode 72
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1:56:44