Runbelievable: Real Runners, Unreal Stories

Josh Rischin
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Do you love hearing running stories... especially the ones that go beyond the data? We’re talking about the toil, the grit, the laughs, the adversity; the moments that don’t just shape what we do, but who we become. Runbelievable is the running podcast that celebrates the human side of running. Hosted by Josh Rischin (with co-host Matt Perry), guests from all walks of life share what first got them lacing up, what keeps them going, and the wild mishaps that make running such a uniquely human experience. From swooping birds to steaming turds, parkrun faceplants to marathon triumphs, Runbelievable reminds us that every runner has a story worth telling. Whether you’ve run one kilometre or ten thousand, join the community, find a laugh, and maybe even a little inspiration along the way. Runbelievable - real runners, unreal stories. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! Episodes, community, and all things Runbelievable live here:  http://runbelievable.au 🎧 New episodes drop weekly; hit follow so you don’t miss a lap!

  1. 2D AGO

    Ep 22: Chasing a Boston Qualifier: Jill Genereux on Identity, Loss and Life Transformation

    Jill Genereux never saw herself as “the runner type.” When she started running in 2015, her first mile took 18 minutes.. and she nearly burnt herself out trying to improve too quickly. But what began as a weight-loss and mental-clarity experiment slowly evolved into something far deeper. In this powerful episode of Runbelievable, Joshie and Matty sit down with Jill to unpack her transformation; from burnout and rebuilding, to winter trail miles in Montana, to running a 5K alongside her dad before he passed away in March 2025. Jill shares how running helped her process grief, inspired her husband to lace up, and fuelled an ambitious dream of qualifying for Boston. It’s a story about identity, resilience, and why not being fast doesn’t make you any less of a runner. Jill lost her father to Lewy Body Dementia; you can find more information on the condition here: https://www.alzheimers.gov/alzheimers-dementias/lewy-body-dementia. Jill's also happy to connect via Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/jillsroadtoboston/ In this episode: Starting from an 18-minute mileBurnout and learning sustainabilityRunning through grief after losing her dadRacing every month in 2019 (yup you read correctly)Chasing a Boston Marathon qualifying timeRunbelievable: real runners, unreal stories. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! 👉 Everything Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au 🎧 New episodes drop weekly; hit follow so you don’t miss a lap!

    45 min

  2. FEB 17

    Ep 21: When Running Hurts… What Do You Do Next? Endorsed Podiatrist Joe Keain Is The Expert.

    Most runners ignore injury advice… until they can’t run. Joe Keain is different. An endorsed podiatrist and director at Podfit Podiatry in Adelaide... and a runner himself... Joe understands both sides of the injury conversation. From shin splints and Achilles tendinopathy to load management, orthotics, and overuse, he’s lived the mistakes many runners repeat. In this episode of Runbelievable, Joshie and Matty sit down with Joe to talk about running as an outlet, the fine line between pain and damage, and why managing load matters more than chasing perfect conditions. Joe also reflects on ultra running, early-morning miles, balancing family with self-employment, and what happens when the headphones die and you’re left alone with your thoughts. Follow Joe's journey: https://www.instagram.com/joekeainpodiatrist/ In this episode: From footy player to marathoner and ultra runnerHow running inspired a career in podiatryPain management vs load managementRunning as an outlet... even when the body isn’t perfectUltra training, long solo miles, and self-reflectionBalancing family, self-employment, and running goalsRunbelievable: real runners, unreal stories. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! 👉 Everything Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au 🎧 New episodes drop weekly; hit follow so you don’t miss a lap!

    44 min

  3. FEB 10

    Ep 20: Wilful Defiance: Ari Ethel on Anxiety, Chaos, and Starting Over

    Ari Ethel has always been active; but running didn’t become hers until life became proper full. After competitive Division II soccer, three kids, and a schedule that never slowed down, running shifted from off-season conditioning to a non-negotiable outlet. What started as short, humbling runs.. became a steady practice that helped her manage anxiety, reclaim autonomy, and rebuild identity on her own terms. In this episode of Runbelievable, Joshie and Matty talk with Ari about the mental reset of starting over after kids, running through snow and exhaustion, and why some runs still suck. It’s a grounded, honest conversation about consistency, self-competition, and choosing something just for you in the middle of a chaotic life. Follow Ari's journey: https://www.instagram.com/arijogz/ In this episode: Growing up in competitive soccer and team environmentsConfronting post-partum fitness reality and ego resetsAnxiety, doom-scrolling, and needing an outletBalancing kids, work, and personal goalsSnow runs, bad days, and showing up anywayRunbelievable: real runners, unreal stories. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! 👉 Everything Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au 🎧 New episodes drop weekly; hit follow so you don’t miss a lap!

    53 min

  4. FEB 3

    Ep 19: Santa Suits, Scooters, and Six Marathons... Rodney Law’s Running Life

    Rodney Law might be the most recognisable face in the local running community... and not just because he’s routinely dressed as Santa. Since being talked into a 500km relay back in 2014, Rodney’s running journey has been filled with highs, humour, and a truly impressive list of setbacks. Narcosis of the toes, a torn meniscus, bike crashes, and a near on-course collision with a car... yet he keeps coming back with the same grin and willingness to give back. In this episode of Runbelievable, Joshie and Matty sit down with Rodney to talk about parkrun, volunteering, photography, and why staying connected to the community mattered just as much as staying fit. From six marathons and countless injuries to becoming Event Director at Chermside parkrun, Rodney’s story is a reminder that running isn’t just about performance... it’s about belonging. In this episode: Being talked into a 500km relay and paying the priceNarcosis of the toes and early injury lessonsDiscovering parkrun and falling in love with the communityVolunteering, photography, and staying involved when injuredTorn meniscus, bike crashes, scooter run-ins, and recoveryWhy parkrun became homeRunbelievable: real runners, unreal stories. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! 👉 Everything Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au 🎧 New episodes drop weekly; hit follow so you don’t miss a lap!

    49 min

  5. JAN 27

    Ep 18: Six Bowel Surgeries Later, How Is Carly Barkle Still Running?

    Carly Barkle’s running journey isn’t a straight line... it’s a true masterclass in persistence. From elite junior sport and state-level netball to months of illness with glandular fever, chronic fatigue, single parenting, and a staggering run of surgeries, Carly’s story is defined not by uninterrupted success, but by her refusal to stay down (as she says, get knocked down seven times. get up eight). In this powerful episode of Runbelievable, Carly unpacks what it takes to keep coming back. From buying a treadmill “just in case she had to stop,” to parkrun breakthroughs, podium finishes, and marathons run through illness and injury, Carly opens up about her deep love for being active, the joy she finds in training, and why redemption still matters. It’s a raw, honest conversation about resilience, patience, and loving the process even when the body keeps pushing back. In this episode: Growing up in elite junior sportGlandular fever, chronic fatigue, and long recovery cyclesReturning to running through uncertaintyTraining through injury and repeated surgeriesWhy endurance suits her more than speedThe power of community and coachingRedemption races and redefining successRunbelievable: real runners, unreal stories. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! 👉 Everything Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au 🎧 New episodes drop weekly; hit follow so you don’t miss a lap!

    53 min

  6. JAN 20

    Ep 17: She Just Wanted to Walk 5K… What Happened Next? Shona Farr’s Runbelievable Rise

    Shona Farr didn’t set out to become a runner; she just wanted to walk 5k in under 50min. What started as power-walking at the back of the pack quietly turned into running, racing, injury setbacks, and a deep love for the running community. Along the way, Shona navigated a broken ankle (in fact, twice), torn ligaments, post-menopause training, and the self-doubt that comes with starting later in life. In this truly uplifting episode of Runbelievable, Joshie and Matty chat with Shona about going all-in on every run, the power of on-course support, and why inspiring other women (especially post-menopause) has become central to her running journey. From building the Slow AF Brisbane group to racing overseas and lining up a wild events, Shona's story is about courage, patience, and proving your story matters... even when you think it doesn’t. Follow Shona's journey https://www.instagram.com/shonarunsveryslowly/ In this episode: Starting with walking before discovering runningAccelerating from parkrun to 10Ks and half marathonsRunning post-menopause and inspiring other womenWhy community and on-course support matter so muchBalancing family, travel, and running goalsRacing overseas and what’s aheadRunbelievable: real runners, unreal stories. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! 👉 Everything Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au 🎧 New episodes drop weekly; hit follow so you don’t miss a lap!

    52 min

  7. JAN 13

    Ep 16: Weaponising Change: Will Pattinson on Turning Pain Into Power

    Will Pattinson didn’t ease into change; he went all in. After years of a destructive lifestyle, Will reached a point where something snapped. No dramatic trigger. No slow build. Just a day where he’d had enough. What followed was a radical lifestyle overhaul that began with daily steps and quickly evolved into marathon running, ultra distances, and an uncompromising commitment to change. In this raw and fast-moving episode of Runbelievable, Joshie and Matty sit down with Will to unpack how he transformed unhealthy habits into tools for healing, channelled addiction into discipline, and embraced extreme ownership as a way forward. From his first marathon in 2024 to a 100K ultra, and huge goals on the horizon (including Marathon des Sables), Will’s story is as intense as it is thought-provoking. It’s a conversation about identity, control, and purpose. Follow Will's journey: https://www.instagram.com/will_pattinson95/ In this episode: Turning destructive habits into fuel for healingFrom first marathon to 100K ultrasSetbacks including sodium overload in New YorkLiving with ADHD and channelling addiction into trainingStrength training, structure, and extreme ownershipBig goals ahead: sub-3, Marathon des Sables, and major marathonsUsing his journey to help others break destructive cyclesRunbelievable: real runners, unreal stories. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! 👉 Everything Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au 🎧 New episodes drop weekly; hit follow so you don’t miss a lap!

    49 min

  8. JAN 6

    Ep 15: Learning to Believe: Nat Rischin on Persistence and Self-Belief

    Nat Rischin never saw herself as a runner. She grew up doubting her physical ability, struggled with confidence, and spent years stopping and starting; both in running and in believing in herself. What began with a 5km "fun run" in 2008... while still smoking... slowly evolved into something far deeper. Through knee pain, health scares, heart surgery, near-miss goals, and plenty of self-doubt, Nat kept showing up... and always with more grit than she gave herself credit for. In this deeply personal episode of Runbelievable, Joshie and Matty sit down with Nat to explore the long road from short jogs around The Tan to half-marathon breakthroughs, marathon friendships, and a growing confidence that’s been years in the making. It’s a story about patience, resilience, and how running can change the way you see yourself; even when no one else is watching. In this episode: Growing up without confidence in sportRunning her first 5km while smokingDiscovering a heart condition and choosing surgeryWhy running alone became her therapyThe mental toll of near-miss goalsBreaking through self-doubt with coaching supportFrom half-marathon frustration to marathon fulfilmentRunbelievable: real runners, unreal stories. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! 👉 Everything Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au 🎧 New episodes drop weekly; hit follow so you don’t miss a lap!

    57 min
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Do you love hearing running stories... especially the ones that go beyond the data? We’re talking about the toil, the grit, the laughs, the adversity; the moments that don’t just shape what we do, but who we become. Runbelievable is the running podcast that celebrates the human side of running. Hosted by Josh Rischin (with co-host Matt Perry), guests from all walks of life share what first got them lacing up, what keeps them going, and the wild mishaps that make running such a uniquely human experience. From swooping birds to steaming turds, parkrun faceplants to marathon triumphs, Runbelievable reminds us that every runner has a story worth telling. Whether you’ve run one kilometre or ten thousand, join the community, find a laugh, and maybe even a little inspiration along the way. Runbelievable - real runners, unreal stories. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! Episodes, community, and all things Runbelievable live here:  http://runbelievable.au 🎧 New episodes drop weekly; hit follow so you don’t miss a lap!

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