Business of Endurance
Episodes
Season Ten: How Icons Of Sport Turn Pain And Setbacks Into Fuel For Life And Business
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the final episode of Season 10 of The Business of Endurance.This season has taken us from the boardroom to Kona, via high mountains and som...
Beyond The Finish Line: How Chrissie Wellington Turned Imperfection Into Her Perfect Race
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is someone whose story will stop you in your tracks. Chrissie Wellington OBE is more than just a four-time Ironman World Champion - sh...
From First Marathon To Desert Champion: Ryan Sandes On Risk, Resilience, And Running For Joy
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re honoured to feature South African trail legend, Ryan “Hedgie” Sandes - a living testament to what a curious mind, unwavering discipline, a...
From Paris Grit To An LA Vision: What Happens When Sport Becomes A Community Engine With Ruth Daniels
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is Ruth Daniels, CEO of British Triathlon and Triathlon England - a leader who has stepped into the sport’s top job with a backgroun...
Breaking “Unbreakable”: Sean Conway on the Grand Slam of Endurance
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is one of the most extraordinary endurance adventurers alive: Sean Conway. If you’ve ever questioned what the limits of human endur...
Chasing Extremes, Finding Balance: Joao Andrade on Stress, Strategy, and Starting Over
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we welcome Joao Andrade - a man whose extraordinary journey from biotech entrepreneur to heart‑tested ultrarunner offers powerful lessons in ...
The Science of Female Performance: Challenging Sports Science Assumptions with Dr Stacy Sims
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is one of the world’s leading voices in the science of female performance - and she’s here to change the way you think about train...
Crawling Forward: The Iconic Ironman Journey Of Julie Moss
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to change the course of an entire sport - and inspire millions in the process? Today’s guest, Julie Moss, did exactly that when s...
Frameworks for Leadership Success: Transforming Your Approach To Business With Chris Brindley
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest, Chris Brindley MBE, isn’t just one of Britain’s most decorated business leaders, he’s a master of sustainable success, resilien...
When Champions Speak: The Season 9 Journey
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the final episode of Season 9 of The Business of Endurance.This season has taken us on an incredible journey - from Chris Williams of Super...
What Happens When You Bet on Yourself? The Mindset of a Champion with Chris McCormack
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the final episode of season 9 of The Business of Endurance, and what an episode it is. Today, we have the incredible Chris McCormack - Iro...
From Ocean to Ironman: Finding Purpose Beyond Victory with Matt Trautman
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Business of Endurance, we’re joined by the incredible Matt Trautman - an athlete whose journey embodies the essence of resili...
What Happens when Purpose Meets Ambition: Lessons in Leadership with British Cycling CEO Jon Dutton
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to lead one of Britain’s most iconic sports into a new era? In this episode, we sit down with Jon Dutton OBE, CEO of British Cycl...
Beyond the Finish Line: How Olympic Champion Alistair Brownlee Redefined Winning
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the key to Olympic gold - and a life well-lived - came down to only a stride? In this episode, we sit down with Alistair Brownlee: two-time O...
Charlie Meets His Digital Twin: An AI Exploration of Endurance
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is a little different - because today’s guest is... me. Well, not exactly me, but my digital doppelgänger: AI Charlie. That’s ...
Cycling Beyond Limits: How Energy Management Fuels World-Class Performance with Richard Oakes
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to be the fastest in the world - not once, but time and time again? And what can business leaders learn from world-record-breaking a...
From Spectator to World Champion: Kathleen McCartney's Ironman Journey
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to endure? To win? And to keep coming back? In this episode, we sit down with one of the most iconic figures in endurance sport - Ir...
Breaking Free: From Lawyer to Endurance Entrepreneur with Simon Dent
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to break free from the corporate grind, build multiple businesses with zero industry experience, and push your body to the absolute ...
Finding Your Why: Lessons from Legendary Ironman Announcer Paul Kaye
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if one voice could change the way you see endurance sport - and even yourself? Today, we’re joined by an iconic voice of Ironman, Paul Kaye - t...
From Atlantic Rescue to Transforming Endurance Sport: Chris Williams' Journey
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to reinvent an entire sport? Well, today we sit down with Chris Williams, the commercial leader behind Supertri, the revolutionary t...
The Evolution of Endurance Sports with Ironman Legend Kurt Madden
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine standing on the start line of your very first Ironman and the 3rd in history in Oahu in 1980—no high-tech gear, no fancy nutrition plans, ju...
Building Community and Business in Endurance Sports with Ed Chang
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is a master of endurance—not just in sport, but in business and life. Ed Chang was a successful lawyer, an Ironman triathlete, and t...
How Richard Wright is Surviving Cancer with Endurance and Purpose
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to not only survive but thrive against impossible odds? Imagine being diagnosed with terminal brain cancer—not once, but four time...
From Ice Hockey Dreams to Endurance Success: Colin's Journey of Transformation
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this episode of The Business of Endurance, where we dive deep into the extraordinary journey of Colin Cook—a man who has transformed his ...
Jo's Journey: From Farm to Professional Triathlete and Coach
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Business of Endurance, where we explore the mindset, strategies, and stories of the world’s most extraordinary athletes and coaches. ...
Surviving Against the Odds: Joey Evans' Journey from Paralysis to Dakar
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Business of Endurance, we dive into one of the most inspiring stories you'll ever hear. Our guest, Joey Evans, turned the ...
We Should Tri: Different Paths to Success with Non Stanford & Aaron Royle
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is truly special as we dive into the world of elite triathlon with none other than Non Stanford and Aaron Royle. As a married couple...
Lessons from Cultures in Running: An Exploration with Michael Crawley
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Business of Endurance, we’re joined by the incredible Michael Crawley – a world-class runner, anthropologist, and author of Out of Th...
The Journey of an Ultra Marathoner and Dietitian: An Interview with Renee McGregor
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re joined by Renee McGregor, a leading sports dietitian, ultra-runner, and expert in eating disorders, particularly in athletes....
From Banking to Bike Innovation: Alex's Journey with Ku Cycles
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this episode of The Business of Endurance podcast! Today, we're thrilled to have Alex Bok, the visionary founder of Kú Cycle, with us...
Welcome to Season 8!
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 8 of The Business of Endurance podcast!We're back with an exciting lineup!Highlights of the upcoming season include interviews ...
Part 3: Season 7 Wrap Up
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Charlie Redding and Claire Fudge wrap up the seventh season of The Business of Endurance. They reflect on a successful season of powerful conver...
Part 2: Season 7 Wrap Up
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Charlie Redding and Claire Fudge wrap up the seventh season of The Business of Endurance. They reflect on a successful season of powerful conver...
Part 1: Season 7 Wrap Up
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Charlie Redding and Claire Fudge wrap up the seventh season of The Business of Endurance. They reflect on a successful season of powerful conver...
The Ultramarathon Man Revealed: Endurance and Inspiration with Dean Karnazes
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of The Business of Endurance Podcast, where we dive deep into the minds and lives of the world’s most inspiring endurance...
Elevate Your Game: A Guide to Endurance and Innovation with Ben Rosario
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Business of Endurance podcast! In today's episode, we have the privilege of hosting Ben Rosario, a powerhouse in the running indus...
Gold Medal Mental Resilience: The Andrea Henkel Burke Story
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Business of Endurance Podcast! In today’s episode, we are thrilled to have Olympic gold medalist and Biathlon World Cup champion, And...
From Unknown to World Champion: The Rise of Rico Bogen
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another exciting episode of the Business of Endurance Podcast, where we delve into the stories, insights, and advice of the world's to...
Part 2 with Lewis Robling - Running, Nutrition, and Mental Health: A Deep Dive
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we have part 2 of our talk with the incredibly inspiring Lewis Robling, a former professional rugby player who has made a name for himself in t...
Part 1 - Self Discovery Through Challenge: Success in Rugby and Ultra Marathons with Lewis Robling
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we have an incredibly inspiring guest whose journey from professional rugby to ultrarunning is nothing short of remarkable. Joining us is Lewis...
Mastering the Triathlon & Beyond: From Escaping Alcatraz to Ultra & Gravel with Heather Jackson
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of The Business of Endurance podcast! Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with the extraordinary Heather Jackson. Heath...
From Endurance to Insight: Matt Fitzgerald's Journey in Running, Writing, and Recovery
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of The Business of Endurance, Matt Fitzgerald, a prolific author with 35 books to his name, shares his captivating journey ...
The Science and Stories of Endurance with Alex Hutchinson
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of The Business of Endurance, where we explore the edges of human potential through the lens of science and personal experi...
Climbing Kilimanjaro and Beyond: The Bigmoose Legacy Journey with Jeff and Chloe Smith
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode and season of the Business of Endurance, where we explore the inspirational journeys and practical wisdom of remarkable ind...
Part 4: Season 6 Wrap Up
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In anticipation of season seven of 'The Business of Endurance' podcast, the Charlie Reading and Claire Fudge explore recurring themes from p...
Part 3: Season 6 Wrap Up
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of season six of The Business of Endurance, hosts Charlie Redding and Claire Fudge reflect on the standout moments and key takeaw...
Part 2: Season 6 Wrap Up
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Charlie Redding and Claire Fudge of 'The Business of Endurance' reflect on the impactful episodes of their sixth season, featuring ins...
Part 1: Season 6 Wrap Up
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Charlie Redding and Claire Fudge wrap up the sixth season of their rebranded podcast, 'The Business of Endurance.' They reflect on a s...
The Journey of Endurance: From Running Marathons to Building Community with Nick Butter
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Charlie and Claire welcome Nick Butter as he shares the story behind his passion for running, starting with a childhood marathon part...
From Olympic Dreams to Life-Saving Business Success with Steve Parry
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Charlie and Claire welcome Steve Parry, a former Olympic swimmer turned entrepreneur. The discussion traverses Steve's unconvent...
A Journey in Nutrition & Being Knocked Into Ironman with Claire Fudge
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Claire Fudge is interviewed by co-host Charlie Reading. Claire, a dietician and high-performance nutritionist, shares her journey fro...
The Transformative Impact of Community-Driven Marathon Events with Nick Kershaw
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Charlie and Claire welcome Nick Kershaw, founder of Impact Marathons. The conversation includes details about the origin and evolutio...
The Journey of Balance and Success with Charlie Reading
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Charlie Reading is interviewed by co-host Claire Fudge. Charlie shares his personal and professional journey from a farmer's son...
Triumph in Adversity: Spinal Injury to Para Athletic Success with Claire Danson
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Charlie and Claire welcome Claire Danson as shares her journey of recovering from a devastating accident to becoming an inspirational...
The Growth Mindset Journey in Endurance Sports with India Lee
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Charlie and Claire welcome professional triathlete India Lee to discuss her journey from a shy childhood and her aversion to drama cl...
Surviving Tragedy and Embracing Ironman with Sebastien Bellin
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Charlie and Claire welcome Sebastien Bellin, a former professional basketball player recounts his journey from global traveller with ...
Breaking Barriers: A Conversation with Endurance Runner Sophie Power
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Charlie and Claire welcome ultra marathon runner, Sophie Power, as she shares her unique experiences around pregnancy and racing. Sop...
Resilience and Change: A Deep Dive with Joe De Sena
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Charlie and Claire welcome Joe De Sena, founder and CEO of Spartan and obstacle racing pro, to discuss the importance of resilience i...
Welcome to Season 6!
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Previously called Tribeathlon, The Business of Endurance is a podcast aimed at connecting endurance sport with personal and business advancement. Host...
The Heart of Endurance: Mastering Performance with the MAF Method with Phil Maffetone
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how the heart rate can affect an athlete's performance? In our latest exchange, we team up with Dr. Phil Maffetone, a trai...
Stay on Track: Running Injury Prevention with Blaise Dubois
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Journey with us as we take a fascinating excursion into the world of running, injuries, and recovery with our guest, the seasoned athletics consultant...
Exploring the Mind of Ultra Runner James Poole: Grit, Endurance and Evolution of Advent Running
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Unleash the ultra runner within you in a fascinating conversation with James Poole, an iron man, and outdoor enthusiast. Embark on an enthralling jour...
Demystifying RED-S in Male Athletes with Evan Lynch
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready to stretch your horizons! We've got an enlightening conversation with Evan Lynch, a noteworthy nutritionist and educator, who gives us ...
Journey to Becoming a World Champion Triathlete: A Conversation on Explorative Mindset with Katie Zaferes
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to go from a humble beginning to becoming a world's leading triathlete? Katie Zaferes, our guest for today, holds the answers. ...
The Art of Endurance: Insights from Adventure Racer Ian Adamson
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Prepare for an exhilarating journey as we traverse the captivating world of adventure racing, obstacle course racing, and ninja competitions with none...
Precision Performance with Raya and Will Usher
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Having been a former Canadian International Alpine ski racer, Raya Usher understands the intensities, pressures and physiological demands that are pla...
Journey of an Outlaw with Iain Hamilton
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Iain Hamilton founded OSB Events as a college project and has built a business renowned for its brilliant and accessible races. A former Elite triathl...
Triumph over Adversity with Karen Smyers
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the world of triathlon, Karen Smyers is force to be reckoned with. In 1995, she etched her name in history as the first American woman to conquer t...
TRIBEathlon Podcast Season 4 Recap
05 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we draw Season 4 of the TRIBEathlon podcast to a close, I am astonished by the quality of the guests we have had and the wealth of information and ...
Mastering Your Running Performance with Eoin Everard
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Eoin Everard is a former international runner with impressive achievements, including being a sub 4-minute miler and a five-time national champion. He...
Army to Ultra with Tom Evans
24 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Evans, a former British Army Captain, first made his mark on the ultra-running world in 2017, when he came third in the 251km desert ultra Maratho...
Stories from Triathlon's Godfather with Bob Babbitt
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bob Babbitt's name is so synonymous with the sport of triathlon, he is known as its Godfather. Bob's first Ironman in Hawaii was the third i...
Ultra Woman with Dede Griesbauer
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dede Griesbauer recently became the Ultraman World Champion at the age of 52. Not turning pro until she was 35, Dede is a veteran Professional Triathl...
Giddy up triathlon coaching with Michellie Jones
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michellie Jones was an Australian triathlete who won two ITU Triathlon World Championships, an Olympic silver medal when triathlon made its Olympic de...
Future Marginal Gains with Julian Dean
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Julian Dean is a former professional road racing cyclist from New Zealand who competed as a professional between 1999 and 2013. He last rode for UCI W...
Podiums for Positive Change with Leon Chevalier
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I met Leon Chevalier when sat next to him on the flight back from Kona, Hawaii, after he had finished 7th in the Ironman World Championships (in a yea...
Activism through positive movement with Sabrina Pace-Humphreys
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sabrina Pace-Humphreys is an award-winning businesswoman, an ultra-runner, a social justice activist, a mother of four and grandmother of three. She i...
Kona and Life Mastery with Mark Allen
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Allen is the arguably the most successful triathlete of all time having won the IRONMAN World Championships® 6 times, the Nice International Tri...
The Stand Up Cyclist with Sam Bewley
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Bewley is a racing cyclist from New Zealand who, until recently, rode for UCI World Team BikeExchange–Jayco. Bewley also competed for UCI ProTea...
Pushing Past Impossible with Ryan Stramrood
23 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Stramrood is one of South Africa's top extreme adventurers and ice swimmers. He quietly travels to the planet's most inhospitable water...
Fairness in Sport with Sharron Davies
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sharron Davies MBE is an English former competitive swimmer who has represented Great Britain in the Olympics and European championships and England i...
Season 3 Finale
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Charlie and Claire end season 3 of the TRIBEathlon Podcast by recapping their favourite moments of the season with excerpts of their interviews with g...
Commonwealth Gold to 70.3 with Jodie Stimpson
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jodie Stimpson did her first triathlon at age 8, and went on to a massively successful career on the short course, winning 2 commonwealth gold medals ...
Desert Racing and Relationships with Elisabet Barnes
17 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Having won races like Marathon Des Sables, the Oman Desert Marathon and the Big Red Run in Australia and setting multiple course records, Elisabet Bar...
First Out of the Water with Jan Sibbersen
03 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jan Sibbersen broke the Kona swim record in 2018, recording an incredible 46.29 at age 43, many years after being first out of the water at his first ...
The Hormonal Edge with Dr Nicky Keay
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Nicky Keay is a leading expert in endocrinology, having gained extensive clinical and research experience in hormones and their impact on the human...
Marvellous Mimi with Mimi Anderson
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mimi Anderson is one of the world’s most inspirational female distance runners, having made an incredible journey from stay-at-home mother of three ...
The Paralysed Ultra Runner with Wanda Summers
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Wanda Summers has an incredible story that demonstrates the power of the mind; she got into running by signing up to Marathon Des Sables (MDS), billed...
Open-water medals and mentoring with Keri-anne Payne
08 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Keri-anne Payne is a South African-born British swimmer, specialising in marathon open-water swimming, and long-distance freestyle swimming in the poo...
Tokyo medal highs and lows with Morgan Pearson
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Morgan Pearson is an American professional triathlete who is really going places - after having a disappointing individual race, he went on to win a s...
Cycling with Saint Piran Feat. Ricci Pascoe
11 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Former elite cyclist and mentor to gold medal winning Olympians and Tour cyclists, Ricci Pascoe founded the Saint Piran professional cycling team 6 ye...
Following in Dad's Footsteps with Rudy von Berg
25 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Rudy Von Berg is a professional triathlete rising rapidly to prominence. Currently ranked 10th in the world, he has won several 70.3 triathlon races, ...
The Arc50
11 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Arc50 is a 50-mile Ultra Marathon around the brutal Cornish Coastline that happens in tandem with the even more brutal 100-mile Arc of Attrition.M...
From Medal to Diet with Charlie Spedding
28 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After success on the track, Charlie Spedding switched to marathons in 1984, winning both the London Marathon and a bronze medal in the LA Olympics - w...
From Rowing to Running with Victoria Thornley
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Victoria Thornley competed in rowing at the 2012, 2016 and 2020 Olympics, winning a silver medal for GB with Katherine Grainger in the women's do...
Mastering Training and Parenting with Jackie Hering
31 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jackie Hering is a professional triathlete, mom of two, coach and race director living in Wisconsin. She grew up swimming competitively and worked u...
Ultra Strength & Conditioning with Carla Molinaro
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
According to her website, Carla Molinaro is a record breaking ultra runner, adventurer and running coach who seeks out events that are slightly harder...
Dare to Tri with Louise Minchin
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Over the last 20 years, most of us have been waking up to Louise Minchin's bubbly enthusiasm delivered from the BBC Breakfast red sofa a few morn...
Terminal to Triathlon with Mark Bryant
19 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Bryant is a terminal cancer survivor who uses his healing journey to help inspire, educate and empower cancer patients on their own paths to reco...
Super-Trouper with Anna Troup
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ultra runner, Anna Troup, overcame hideous weather, injury and sickness to set a new female record time on the iconic 268-mile Pennine Way this year, ...