Parkrunners Podcast
Episodes
Priti Kaur: Recovery, Resilience & Running in the London Marathon at 75!
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this uplifting episode of The Parkrunners Podcast, I’m joined by the wonderful Priti Kaur — a 75-years-young parkrunner from Osterley parkrun w...
From Reluctant Runner to Global parkrun Tourist: Sue Freegard's 300+ Venue Journey
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After a short pause (and a few behind-the-scenes technical podcasting hurdles!), I’m so excited to be back with a truly global parkrun story — and...
From Queenstown parkrun to the Poles: Chris Seymour’s Marathon Grand Slam Mission
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What starts as a simple Saturday-morning 5k can grow into a life of community-building, adventure… and purpose.In this episode of The Parkrunners Po...
From “never run before” to London Marathon, then 66/66 London parkruns: how Tom Sharples turned a dare into his weekly habit!
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Parkrunners Podcast, Catherine Stenson chats with Tom Sharples (@tom_tries_running), who went from never running to finishing ...
'Señorita Commeletia': 500 runs on the horizon & the 'Alphabet Challenge' Queen
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Parkrunners Podcast, I’m joined by the one and only Commeletia — and yes, she genuinely believes she may be the only Commeletia i...
Valentine’s Day Special: James & Lynne Love at parkrun (Cusworth Hall) 💛🏃♀️🏃♂️💍
14 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if your Saturday morning 5k didn’t just change your fitness… but changed your whole life?In this Valentine’s Day Special Edition of The Par...
Mike Seaman: From parkrun to 200-milers: building community & making live events more sustainable
31 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week I’m joined by Mike Seaman — founder and CEO of Raccoon Media Group and the driving force behind the award-winning National Running Show....
Marcia Dubbelaar - A “Double Dutch” legend & global parkrun adventurer
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What starts as a holiday curiosity can turn into a global Saturday-morning habit.This week I’m joined by Marcia Dubbelaar — my first Dutch guest —...
From Parkrun to Team GB: Dr Hussain Al-Zubaidi Prescribes Movement as Medicine
10 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if your healthiest future didn’t start with a grand plan — but with one small Saturday habit?In this episode of The Parkrunners Podcast, host...
Dame Kelly Holmes — From double Olympic gold champion to passionate parkrunner
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
New Year’s Day Special 🎧 This week on The Parkrunners Podcast, I’m joined by my extra special guest Dame Kelly Holmes — double Olympic gold ...
Woden Pride: How Andrew & Lili are building an urban parkrun powerhouse
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eight weeks in. An ultra-urban setting in the heart of Canberra, Australia. And in week 2, a staggering 731 people showed up for Woden Town parkrun!...
Inside Junior parkrun, Prison parkrun and Beyond — with Emily Fleuriot
13 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Catherine is joined by storyteller, creative director and much-loved parkrun volunteer Emily Fleuriot — a woman who brings imagination, ...
Hi-Viz Heroes, Grassroots Greatness & World Records - A Solo Catch-Up with Catherine Stenson
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s episode is a little different – it’s just you and me, your host Catherine StensonWhen a planned guest recording needed to be resched...
Brooklyn Bridge parkrun: How Ben Roach brought parkrun to NYC
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’m joined by Ben Roach, Brit abroad, sports & media lawyer, and founder/Event Director of Brooklyn Bridge parkrun – the very ...
Parliament, Parkrun & Public Health: A Conversation with Nick Smith, Labour MP
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Parkrunners Podcast, Catherine is joined by Labour MP Nick Smith, Member of Parliament for Blaenau Gwent in South Wales and Cha...
Tasha Thompson: Making Space, Sparking Change
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Parkrunners Podcast host, Catherine Stenson, is joined by Tasha Thompson – NHS professional, marathoner, community builder and foun...
From Pushchair to PBs: A Dad & Son’s Parkrun Bond - Alex & Isaac Mann
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Parkrunners Podcast, we meet Alex Mann—a passionate parkrunner and proud Dad—and his energetic 4-year-old son Isaac, who’s alre...
Celia Dawson OBE: The Headteacher Powering Parkrun Primary
01 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Celia Dawson OBE is Headteacher at Cricket Green School—the SEN school that helped pilot parkrun primary, the new UK initiative twinning schools wit...
Jan Lenton: 70 & Still Flying - From the First London Marathon to 50 Parkrun firsts!
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Parkrunners Podcast, we meet Jan Lenton a true legend of the running world — she's a 70-year-old powerhouse who ran the very f...
From Olympic Gold to Giving Back: Shona McCallin’s Next Chapter with parkrun
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Olympic Gold Medallist Shona McCallin MBE joins host, Catherine Stenson, to talk about life after professional sport — from her incredible journey w...
Passports, Parkrun, Purpose: Darren Pead’s Global Alphabet Adventure
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Parkrunners Podcast, we meet Darren Pead — Sydney-based entrepreneur, aviation enthusiast, and parkrun Australia’s social media a...
Greg Nance’s 'Run Far Story' - From Rock Bottom to River Miles!
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to run the entire length of the Mississippi River — all 2,340 miles of it from source to sea? This week, I’m joined by Greg Nanc...
Olwyn Dunne: , Running Powerhouse, Building Community, Beating the Odds
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Parkrunners Podcast, we meet Olwyn Dunne, mum of 3 boys — is a Dublin-based powerhouse with a seriously impressive parkrun journey....
John Altman - 🎭 From soap villain to parkrun hero!
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we dive into the fascinating journey of John Altman, famously known as 'Nasty Nick Cotton' from EastEnders. After captivating aud...
"Wonderwall of Achievements: Gary Doyle's Double Century Celebration"
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Catherine sits down with Gorey parkrun legend Gary Doyle, who recently celebrated a rare double milestone: 200 parkruns and 200 volun...
Carol & Jonathan Dickinson: 18-year running and volunteering legends at Bushy Park!
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the very home of parkrun at Bushy Park in the UK, Carol and Jonathan have tirelessly dedicated themselves as serial volunteers and runners, not j...
Pat McGrath: 700 parkruns, 20 years, One Community Heartbeat
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Since the 5th ever parkrun in 2004, Pat McGrath has been lacing up—and lifting up—his community. With over 700 runs, 180+ volunteer stints, and ne...
Nick Alexander: Running to Recovery
23 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Alexander's journey is a powerful testament to the transformative power of parkrun. After moving to Dublin, he found himself battling alcoho...
Minreet Kaur: The Journalist Who Found Her Run
23 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Minreet Kaur, an award-winning UK journalist, had never considered herself a runner. But during lockdown, she found an unexpected passion for the spor...
Nick Blanchard: The Funnel of Love at Bushy!
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join me as I chat with Nick Blanchard, a dedicated parkrun enthusiast who has been a fixture at Bushy Park for over 15 years. Nick shares his journey ...