15 episodes
Bob Graham Sounds [non]fiction ARTS
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5.0 • 89 Ratings
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A podcast about the Bob Graham Round - a 66 mile run in the Lake District up and over 42 of England's tallest mountains in under 24 hours. Recorded throughout 2018 and 2019, this an audio account of a year preparing for and attempting the BGR - these are our Bob Graham Sounds.
From the makers of 'Dad Does Drugs' - Shortlisted for Best Education Podcast of 2019 People's Choice Podcast Awards
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Episode 11c: Bob Graham Zooms
We’re living in a weird locked down world, a long way from the training and BGR anticipation of 12 months ago. Here are some reflections, memories and lessons from last year, a Zoom quiz about Kilian and some much missed Lake District sounds to savour. This mini bonus episode features music from Kris Drever, Eddie […]
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Episode 11b: Actions Of A Team
The waiting is over. After a fitful midsummer night’s eve spent failing to fall asleep, Mark & Bob meet at the Moot Hall in Keswick’s Market Square and set off on their BGR attempt. These are their Bob Graham Sounds. With music from Kris Drever, Wild Beasts, Public Service Broadcasting, Stone Roses, The War On […]
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Episode 11a: Prelude To A Dream
The first movement in a modest three part podcast finale, BGR: Bob Graham Requiem. Five years in the making, Mark and Bob’s attempt is now just days away. But there’s still time for injuries, treatment, travel and bromance before the Grand Depart at midnight on Midsummer Night 2019. With music from Walter Murphy, Kris Drever, […]
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Episode 10: Feet In The Clouds
A romping good chat with THE author of THE book about THE round, Richard Askwith, with just a fortnight to go before THE attempt for Mark & Bob. Bob takes a wet & windy recce along Leg 3 & then… back along Leg 3 in the other direction. And Mark receives an unusual offer in […]
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Episode 9c: Ricky Lightfoot
On a recce weekend with Mark, Beany & Matt, Bob meets elite Cumbrian fell runner Ricky Lightfoot to try and glean some of his local knowledge & experience of the Bob Graham. There are big questions for Bob to ponder after the weekend, the answer is definitely not cycling, but it might be vinegar. With […]
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Episode 9b: Nicky Spinks Revisited
UK ultra-running leading-lady Nicky Spinks gives an honest debrief on her history-making double Paddy Buckley Round and her debut in The Barkley Marathons, plus some indispensable 7-weeks-to-go BGR advice. And the team celebrate Easter with runs in the Yorkshire Three Peaks Race, along the South West Coast Path and the South Downs Way and up […]
Customer Reviews
Simply outstanding
I listen to a lot of podcasts, but very few about running, despite being a diehard runner. But this podcast is the exception. It’s production value is first class. It’s enjoyable, entertaining and informative - what every good podcast should be. The documentary/personal journal presenting style is lovely. And the interviews are great.
Even if you’re not interested in doing the BGR, it’s just a great podcast. Fingers crossed for a Season 2. And well done Bob!
Hatch (James Hatchley)
Outstanding listen. Brings you into the flow in such a wonderful way. Magic, pure gold!
BGR hopeful 2021
Firstly, well done!! Secondly, that was one hell of a podcast ‘course’ you went on 😜. Thirdly, a fabulous insight into every aspect of the BGR. Thank you for sharing, it was a joy to listen and get motivation to get training and stay level headed when the niggles hit. Brilliant.