10 episodes

The Marathon des Sables, known as the toughest footrace on earth.



Competitors have to take on six marathons in six days across the Sahara desert, covering over 250km, in temperatures rising to 50°C.



The rules require you to be self-sufficient, to carry with you on your back everything except water that you need to survive.



Our aim is to raise at least £250,000 for Walking with the Wounded.



This podcast is the story of those taking part in 2020 and of those with experience of previous years.

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The Marathon des Sables, known as the toughest footrace on earth.



Competitors have to take on six marathons in six days across the Sahara desert, covering over 250km, in temperatures rising to 50°C.



The rules require you to be self-sufficient, to carry with you on your back everything except water that you need to survive.



Our aim is to raise at least £250,000 for Walking with the Wounded.



This podcast is the story of those taking part in 2020 and of those with experience of previous years.

    An Inspiring Journey: Mark “Mavis” Reilly on Overcoming Challenges and Raising Awareness for Rett Syndrome

    An Inspiring Journey: Mark “Mavis” Reilly on Overcoming Challenges and Raising Awareness for Rett Syndrome

    In this episode, we’re excited to welcome Mark “Mavis” Reilly to the MDS Podcast. Mark, a former professional footballer, shares his personal story and experiences taking on some of the most gruelling physical challenges to raise awareness for Rett Syndrome, an incurable genetic disorder affecting his daughter Dionne.  From Ironman events to 100-mile runs, Mark’s […]

    • 1 hr
    Red Bull’s Tom Evans Top Tips for the Marathon des Sables

    Red Bull’s Tom Evans Top Tips for the Marathon des Sables

    In this episode of the MDS Podcast, we go back to 2017, the year that saw an unexpected third-place finish from a then-unknown British athlete, Tom Evans. Tom only entered the race after a bet with a friend, which resulted in the best result a European had ever achieved in the race’s history. Now competing […]

    • 1 hr 4 min
    For Sara Pearce Getting to the Start Line has been a Challenge

    For Sara Pearce Getting to the Start Line has been a Challenge

    After an extended break, we are back with a new episode. For some people, just getting to the start line is a challenge. Sara Pearce signed up for MDS 2020 and things didn’t quite go to plan. What’s important is how you deal with the setbacks. Sara handled them perfectly and is now raring to […]

    • 42 min
    Behind the Scenes at the Marathon des Sables with the “Desert Dad”

    Behind the Scenes at the Marathon des Sables with the “Desert Dad”

    This episode is a little different, it’s a view from behind the scenes. If you ran in 2021 or 2022, you will have likely met photographer Jon Bromley. Or “Desert Dad”, as he was affectionately known by some. So what luxury awaits those non-runners working behind the scenes, four poster beds, 5-course meals, copious wine, […]

    • 1 hr 18 min
    The Experiences of Roraigh Ainslie an MDS Veteran

    The Experiences of Roraigh Ainslie an MDS Veteran

    Roraigh first completed the MDS in 1995. A lot has changed, and since then, he has completed it four more times. Including this year, 2022, when at the age of 62, he was Britain’s oldest finisher. No fancy running shoes or ultra-lightweight gear, just solid planning, preparation and a selective choice of kit has led […]

    • 1 hr 20 min
    Ben Gallagher Veteran, Athlete, Explorer & MDS Finisher

    Ben Gallagher Veteran, Athlete, Explorer & MDS Finisher

    On this weeks show we have Ben Gallagher another of our tent-mates from Marathon des Sables 2022. Ben is a Veteran, Athlete and Explorer. In 2019 whilst serving in the British Army, he was involved in an incident that has since changed his life. He was shot numerous times and received blast/fragmentation injuries to both […]

    • 1 hr 3 min

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