Marple Runners Podcast

Mark Lynch and Neil Commins
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With such a diverse collection of running experience across our little club, we hear lots of entertaining & inspiring tales about races, training and social from our amazing members that really capture the essence of Marple Runners and Neil & I thought that capturing those stories for everyone to enjoy would be a great Idea. So after a few fun evenings and a bit of planning, but not much, we are proud to present the Marple Runners Podcast. So, with the Chairman's blessing, or was it the last rites, here we go... Find us on Web, Facebook & Instagram: @marplerunners #WeAreMarpleRunners ❤️🖤

  1. Episode 13: Went to the pub ...ended up in a Running Club

    JAN 29

    Episode 13: Went to the pub ...ended up in a Running Club

    The grand finale of our Marple Runners Origins series has arrived, as we celebrate 10 years of Marple Runners — a club that definitely started with a sensible training plan and not at all with someone saying, “Go on then, we’ll just see who turns up.” We’re joined by some genuine Day Ones: Simon, Maria, Karen and Alistair — plus, despite our repeated attempts to lock the doors and pretend we weren’t in, our very own Mark Lynch. Together they rather raucously relive the early days of Marple Runners back in 2016: the first runs, the first faces, when it was less “community running club” and more “this seemed like a good idea at the time.” Then Eleanor drags us firmly back to the present with your latest running performances and achievements — because apparently you lot don’t sit still for five minutes. It’s mostly unscripted (alarmingly), it’s about you (we checked, still not about us), and it’s the ideal soundtrack to your next run — especially the bit where you question your life choices. Pop us in your ear pods and let poor decisions carry you forward. Mark & Neil #WeAreMarpleRunners Sound credits: Podcast Effects & Music by Audio Hero at MuseHub, ⁠⁠ https://www.musehub.com: - - ReggaeDance CE02_47_1  - MUSIC-GUITAR_GEN-HDF-17853 "Scratch Hit" - Sound Effect by ⁠https://pixabay.com/users/justincallaghan-11325622/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=240471Justin Callaghan Harp strum Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=90205 Sheep bleating Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/koiroylers-44305058/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=355994">Koi Roylers

    1h 6m
  2. Episode 12: The 2025 Championship Unwrapped

    12/15/2025

    Episode 12: The 2025 Championship Unwrapped

    Like the stubborn black toenail of the running-podcast world that just refuses to fall off, we’re back with another fine episode. This time, it’s party time. We took the mic down to the Marple Runners End of Year Celebration to soak up the atmosphere and catch up with some of the winners. Compared to last year (see Episode 2 for the full carnage), it was a slightly more sober affair—but no less brilliant. A proper celebration of our members’ running achievements and the countless contributions that make Marple Runners such a special community. Eleanor joins us for a sing-along, a jog through recent race performances, and a rundown of the 2025 Champions—mostly because our live recording didn’t quite go to plan. ...And we discovered a magical secret about one of our members. So it’s a festive Episode 12. That’s one episode for every day of the school holidays, so if you’re new here, there’s no excuse. Come along for the 12 days of Christmas tour and catch up wherever you get your podcasts—if nothing else, it’s reason enough to hide from the in-laws on Boxing Day. Unscripted, mostly, but it's about you and certainly not us, so pop us in your ear pods on your next run. Mark & Neil #WeAreMarpleRunners Sound Credits:Podcast Effects & Music by Audio Hero at MuseHub, ⁠⁠ https://www.musehub.com: - - ReggaeDance CE02_47_1  - MUSIC-GUITAR_GEN-HDF-17853 - We-Wish-you-a-Merry-Christmas-Jazzy-Version  - The-Twelve-Days-of-Christmas-Jazzy-Version  "Scratch Hit" - Sound Effect by ⁠https://pixabay.com/users/justincallaghan-11325622/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=240471⁠">Justin CallaghanPixabay" To Hell with Vinyl" - Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=6410">freesound_communityPixabay" Rewind 2" - Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=63931">freesound_communityPixabayFormula one Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/soundreality-31074404/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=248660"> magical-elf-entrance-95637 - Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=95637"> atmospheric-metallic-swipe-3-195745 - Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/floraphonic-38928062/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=196791"> magical-twinkle-242245 - Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/universfield-28281460/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=242245"> pop-402324. -Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/dragon-studio-38165424/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=402324"> sleigh-bells-272151. - Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/missywhimsyart-4358466/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=272151"> 079385_turkey-86623. - Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=86623">

    1h 4m
  3. Episode 11 : "Lift The Curfew" - Women's Running Safety & Real Stories

    11/16/2025

    Episode 11 : "Lift The Curfew" - Women's Running Safety & Real Stories

    Why should women stop running outside when the clocks go back and evenings get darker? In this powerful episode, Marple Runners amplifies the call to "Lift The Curfew," a national campaign from @ThisGirlCanUK tackling safety concerns that force women to change their running behaviours through winter. Listen as Eleanor takes the reigns, meeting club runners; Hannah, Helen & Lauren, to share their personal stories of fear and resilience, encouraging cultural awareness around this vital issue. Plus, stay for the celebratory round-up of all your latest PBs and race achievements! Unscripted, mostly, but it's about you and certainly not us, so pop us in your ear pods on your next run. Mark & Neil #WeAreMarpleRunners Note: No sound effects were harmed in the making of this episode.

    57 min
  4. Episode Ten : Mud Lust, Cake, and Our Final Lap (of Season 1!) ...a mud-life crisis!

    10/24/2025

    Episode Ten : Mud Lust, Cake, and Our Final Lap (of Season 1!) ...a mud-life crisis!

    We've made it to the finish line—for now! This is our Season 1 finale, and we're celebrating with Manchester Area Cross Country League action. We sent Mark to Match 1 in Stockport to witness the hardy souls who embrace the "mud lust" every winter (and stick around for the cake!). He even snags a brief chat with the MACCL Chair. Also in this episode: Mark debuts his brilliant invention to help Neil avoid the inevitable XC grime. Eleanor's back for another sing-along to celebrate your running achievements. Neil reveals the finalised 2026 Club Championship race schedule (straight from member feedback!). It's unscripted, it's about you, and we hope you enjoy it enough to take us on your next run. Thanks for a great season! Mark & Neil #WeAreMarpleRunners Credits: 45 ReggaeDance CE02_47_1 - available from Podcast Effects & Music by Audio Hero at MuseHub, ⁠⁠ https://www.musehub.com/⁠95 FootstepsDirt 6016_87_7 - available from Podcast Effects & Music by Audio Hero at MuseHub, ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.musehub.com/⁠⁠⁠"The Lick on electric guitar (A minor) Reggae" by Skimel is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/?ref= Starting up jet engine Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/derrickmckinnon-36861751/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=286108">Derrick McKinnon

    59 min
  5. Episode Nine : A Staggering Race; The Secret Behind Marple Runners' Most Inclusive Race

    09/16/2025

    Episode Nine : A Staggering Race; The Secret Behind Marple Runners' Most Inclusive Race

    Like a cat with nine lives, we're back with a new episode! This time, we dive into the Marple Runners Equaliser Race—the inclusive, four-race series that's become a club favourite. We meet two of the series' architects to hear how this new format transformed the old Time Trial, making it accessible and competitive for all paces and abilities. Then, we take you to the action! Mark was at Race 4 with his mic to capture the energy, chat with volunteers, and bottle some of the on-course magic. Finally, Eleanor celebrates your recent running achievements (until our battery finally died!). One race, many paces, infinite drama. Put us in your ears for a fun, unscripted episode that's all about the club! Thanks.  Mark & Neil #WeAreMarpleRunners POD Credits 45 ReggaeDance CE02_47_1 - available from Podcast Effects & Music by Audio Hero at MuseHub, ⁠⁠ https://www.musehub.com/⁠ 95 FootstepsDirt 6016_87_7 - available from Podcast Effects & Music by Audio Hero at MuseHub, ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.musehub.com/⁠⁠⁠ "The Lick on electric guitar (A minor) Reggae" by Skimel is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/?ref=openverse. Windup Alarm Clock Bell Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=64219">freesound_community from https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=64219">Pixabay Bedside Alarm Clock  Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=95792">freesound_community from https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=95792">Pixabay Clock Alarm  Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/microsammy-22905943/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=8761">Microsammy from https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=8761">Pixabay Cuckoo Alarm Clock  Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=29462">freesound_community from https://pixabay.com/sound-effects//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=29462">Pixabay Big Ben Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=75417">freesound_community from https://pixabay.com/sound-effects//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=75417">Pixabay Rooster Crowing  Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/dragon-studio-38165424/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=364473">DRAGON-STUDIO from https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=364473">Pixabay Clock wind up Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/dragon-studio-38165424/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=364473">DRAGON-STUDIO from https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=364473">Pixabay

    54 min
  6. Episode Eight : The Odds Are Against Us! Featuring Former Club Secretary John Bailey

    08/10/2025

    Episode Eight : The Odds Are Against Us! Featuring Former Club Secretary John Bailey

    Could this be one of our last episodes? We've reached the precarious Episode 8, and we're tackling the challenge head-on by inviting the man who constantly reminds us of the statistical probability of failing: John Bailey! John joins us to chat about his 4.5 years as Marple Runners Club Secretary. What secrets did he pick up in the role? What were the best (and worst!) moments? Tune in for a fun, unscripted session as John spills the tea on his time as secretary—and maybe even touches on that amazing collection of club memorabilia... which, as you'll hear, is a bit of a challenge for an audio-only podcast! It's an episode all about the club, so put us on your next run and enjoy the fun! Thanks.  Mark & Neil #WeAreMarpleRunners Credits 45 ReggaeDance CE02_47_1 - available from Podcast Effects & Music by Audio Hero at MuseHub, ⁠⁠ https://www.musehub.com/⁠ 95 FootstepsDirt 6016_87_7 - available from Podcast Effects & Music by Audio Hero at MuseHub, ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.musehub.com/⁠⁠⁠ "The Lick on electric guitar (A minor) Reggae" by Skimel is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/?ref=openverse.

    55 min
  7. Episode Seven : Carnival Race Magic; Behind the Scenes of the 10k Trail Race.

    07/05/2025

    Episode Seven : Carnival Race Magic; Behind the Scenes of the 10k Trail Race.

    Carnival Season is here, and we're dedicating this episode to the Marple Runners Carnival Races: the 10k Trail Race & Family Fun Run! We go behind the scenes of this historic event: Hear from the source! We chat with Andy Lord about how the race was first conceived.Get the development story from Richard, who served as Run Director for the first six years.Current Run Director Neil shares why this event is so meaningful to the club. Even without the main carnival, Marple Runners delivered their 8th annual event. Mark was on the scene with our mic, grabbing candid moments with Dennis, Minnie, the volunteers, and the 350 participants to bottle some of that unique race-day energy. It's an unscripted dose of fun and history, perfect to power your next run! Thanks.  Mark & Neil #WeAreMarpleRunners - - Credits 45 ReggaeDance CE02_47_1 - available from Podcast Effects & Music by Audio Hero at MuseHub, ⁠⁠ https://www.musehub.com/⁠95 FootstepsDirt 6016_87_7 - available from Podcast Effects & Music by Audio Hero at MuseHub, ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.musehub.com/⁠⁠⁠"The Lick on electric guitar (A minor) Reggae" by Skimel is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/?ref=openverse. "Rewind 2" - Sound Effect by freesound_communityPixabay Angry Elephant Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Elephant Trumpet Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Elephant scream Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Band Practice Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Man screaming Sound Effect by Universfield from Pixabay Small Crowd Reaction Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay

    49 min
  8. Episode Six : Gardening with Richard; The legacy of a Club Chair

    05/19/2025

    Episode Six : Gardening with Richard; The legacy of a Club Chair

    A major era has ended at Marple Runners! Our dedicated Club Chair of five years has stepped down, and in this episode, we grab him before he starts his new career in gardening. Join us as we interview Richard about his incredible tenure, from leading the club through the initial challenges of lockdown to nurturing Marple Runners into the vibrant club it is today. Find out what he's done for the club and why he let a pair of clowns roast him on his way out! Plus, following all the recent success, Eleanor joins us for a marathon of a run celebration—we almost ran out of tape covering all your achievements! It's a fun, unscripted look at the leader who shaped the club. Take us on your next run! Thanks.  Mark & Neil #WeAreMarpleRunners Credits 45 ReggaeDance CE02_47_1 - available from Podcast Effects & Music by Audio Hero at MuseHub, ⁠ https://www.musehub.com/ 95 FootstepsDirt 6016_87_7 - available from Podcast Effects & Music by Audio Hero at MuseHub, ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.musehub.com/⁠⁠ "The Lick on electric guitar (A minor) Reggae" by Skimel is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/?ref=openverse. Jungle - Clean Guitar - funky & rock style" - Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/shidenbeatsmusic-25676252/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=21690">Shiden Beats MusicPixabay Circular saw Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=25584">freesound_community from https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=25584">Pixabay Hammering Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=96677">freesound_community from https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=96677">Pixabay Hammer Drill Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/audiopapkin-14728698/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=300505">Paweł Spychała from https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=300505">Pixabay Chainsaw_2Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/lazychillzone-40482846/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=228353">Lazy Chill Zone from https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=228353">Pixabay

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With such a diverse collection of running experience across our little club, we hear lots of entertaining & inspiring tales about races, training and social from our amazing members that really capture the essence of Marple Runners and Neil & I thought that capturing those stories for everyone to enjoy would be a great Idea. So after a few fun evenings and a bit of planning, but not much, we are proud to present the Marple Runners Podcast. So, with the Chairman's blessing, or was it the last rites, here we go... Find us on Web, Facebook & Instagram: @marplerunners #WeAreMarpleRunners ❤️🖤

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  • Creator
    Mark Lynch and Neil Commins
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Mark Lynch and Neil Commins
  • Show Website
    Marple Runners Podcast