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, 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. 20H AGO

    Ep 31: You Might Live to 30… So How Has This 42-Year-Old Run Multiple Marathons?

    What would you do if you were told, that best case scenario, you might live to 30? In this episode, you’ll meet Adrian Flor… now 42, living with cystic fibrosis and diabetes, and running marathons. His journey wasn’t straightforward. From childhood health challenges, to serious illness, to being hit by a car... Adrian had to rebuild from scratch. It started with a treadmill. A goal to run 5K. And the fear of coming last at parkrun. What followed changed everything... Follow Adrian's journey: https://www.instagram.com/cf_runner/ In this episode: Living with cystic fibrosis and CF-related diabetesBeing told as a child, that you won't live past 30Starting from zero (and training just to avoid coming last)The role of parkrun and communityRunning marathons with chronic health conditionsBalancing training, health, and being a single dadRunbelievable — 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!

    1h 2m

  2. APR 28

    Ep 30: This Brisbane Run Club Has Been Around Since 1900… Here’s Why It Still Works

    What does it feel like inside Brisbane’s oldest sporting club? In this special episode of Runbelievable, Joshie steps away from the usual one-on-one format and heads down to Thompson Estate Athletics and Running Club (TEES Athletics) to find out. Established in 1900, TEES is Brisbane’s oldest sporting club. On a perfect Monday evening, with close to 100 runners, Joshie set out to capture something simple… the spirit of training. What followed was anything but simple. From sprint groups flying past at full speed, to kids laughing trackside, to coaches driving their athletes, this episode brings you inside the energy of a real running community. Along the way, you’ll hear from coaches, the club president, and runners of all ages and abilities... each sharing what keeps them coming back. This isn’t a polished race recap or a single story. It’s the sound of running, exactly as it happens. Everything TEES: https://thompsonestateathletics.au/ In this episode: Inside Brisbane’s oldest running club (est. 1900)Three training sessions happening at onceCoaches, athletes, and community voicesThe sounds and atmosphere of a live training nightWhat keeps people coming back to run clubsWhy community matters more than paceRunbelievable — 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

  3. APR 21

    Ep 29: Running with Crohn’s: The Reality No One Sees

    In her own words, Mary Booth "was the most unsporty child you could ever imagine"! Growing up, she avoided sport wherever possible; even hiding in the bathroom to get out of PE. But life had other plans. After joining Defence and pushing through early fitness struggles, Mary’s journey took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease in her early twenties. Months of pain, weight loss, and uncertainty forced her to rethink everything she knew about her body. In this episode of Runbelievable, Joshie and Matty sit down with Mary to talk about what it means to run with chronic illness... and why, for her, running became a way to reclaim control. From cycling to ease symptoms, to discovering parkrun, to eventually completing half marathons, Mary’s story is one of resilience, planning, and learning to work with your body rather than against it. Now, through her platform “Sore Tummy Runner,” she’s helping others navigate the realities of running with Crohn’s. Follow Mary's journey: https://www.instagram.com/soretummyrunner/ For more information about living with Crohn's: https://crohnsandcolitis.org.au/ In this episode Avoiding sport and early struggles with fitness Joining Defence and passing fitness tests Being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease Managing fatigue, pain, and uncertainty Running as a way to regain control Supporting others with IBD through social media Runbelievable — 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

  4. APR 20 ·  BONUS

    BONUS: Nasty Newcastle Nails (Runbelievable Recap)

    Fresh off race day, Shona Farr returns for a Runbelievable Recap… a real, unfiltered debrief whilst the mind is fresh but the body is a mess. No polished summary. No highlight reel. Just the honest reality of how the day unfolded… physically, mentally, and everything in between. We talk about: The worst lead up you can imagineWhat surprised her most on the day What it felt like crossing the finish line Why a marathon will NEVER be on the cards ("slap me" she says)https://www.instagram.com/shonarunsveryslowly/ Runbelievable Recap episodes capture the part of running that often gets missed… the raw, immediate reflection before time reshapes the story. Because every runner has a story… but the most honest version comes right after the run. 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!

    19 min

  5. APR 14

    Ep 28: The Day I Caught Coolio... and a Rare Moth

    In 2015, Dan Creeber was truly out of shape. A holiday in Majorca became a turning point...and what started with a weekly parkrun soon turned into something much bigger. Fast forward to today, and Dan has logged over 10,000 kilometres, built a routine around running, and committed to completing a marathon every year “until he can’t.” But his story isn’t just about miles. In this uplifting episode of Runbelievable, Joshie sits down with Dan to talk about fatherhood, mental health, and the moments that change how you see everything. From the traumatic birth of his second child, to stepping away from work to reset, to quietly redefining his relationship with running... Dan’s journey shows how running can evolve from a habit into something far more meaningful. This is a story about consistency, perspective, and learning when to push… and when to pause. Dan and his wife Kim run a super cool boutique clothing brand called Rest Day: Check out their gear -> https://restday.online/ In this episode: A turning point in MajorcaWhy parkrun means so muchCommitting to a marathon every year The impact of fatherhood and life challenges Processing trauma and mental health Redefining balance between fitness and wellbeing Why the finish line is enough Runbelievable — 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!

    47 min

  6. MAR 31

    Ep 27: Diagnosed with Stage 3 Breast Cancer… She Refused to Stop Running

    Robyn Bell was flying. 2022 had been a golden year... PBs, momentum, everything clicking. Then, just days into 2023, she found a lump. Within weeks, she went from parkrun to chemotherapy. In this powerful episode of Runbelievable, Joshie sits down with Robyn to talk about what happened next; and why, despite everything, she kept running. Through chemotherapy, major surgeries, and ongoing fatigue, running became the one thing she could control. Whilst others questioned her life choices, Robyn quietly kept showing up, often squeezing in runs before school drop-off. This is a story about resilience, perspective, and the role running can play when life is at its most uncertain. In this episode: A golden year of running before everything changedFinding a lump and the shock of diagnosisFrom parkrun to chemotherapy in weeksChoosing to keep running during treatmentBalancing parenting, fatigue, and recoveryMajor surgeries and long-term impactsThe mental strength behind “staying in your own lane”Runbelievable — 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!

    55 min

  7. MAR 24

    Ep 26: Minties, Marathons and Motherhood... How Running Helped Reclaim Her Identity

    Lauren Smith is truly in the thick of it. A full-time teacher. A mum. Running on broken sleep. And trying to carve out something for herself in between everything else. Lauren has faced pregnancy complications, gestational diabetes, and the heartbreak of loss... all whilst navigating the physical and emotional challenges of postpartum recovery. And yet, she kept showing up. In this episode of Runbelievable, Joshie and Natty sit down with Lauren to talk about resilience, identity, and what it means to pursue something for yourself when life is already overflowing. From signing up for a marathon she never got to run, to publicly committing to one after becoming a mum, to battling through a brutal half marathon that almost broke her (you can't make this shit up)... Lauren’s story is about doing hard things, even when you’re exhausted. And now, she’s using her experience to help other mums realise they’re not alone. Follow Lauren's inspirational journey: https://linktr.ee/runninggfree In this episode: The value of sport growing up in a rural environmentPregnancy challenges, navigating loss and dated medical adviceThe mental strategies that get her through runsBalancing teaching, motherhood, and runningBuilding a platform to support other mumsWhy running became something just for herRunbelievable — 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!

    1h 8m

  8. MAR 17

    Ep 25: Starting Over at 33… parkrun Changed Everything!

    At 33 years old, Jen Dossetto found herself starting over. Her marriage had ended, she had moved back in with her parents, and for the first time in years she was trying to rediscover who she was outside of a relationship that had slowly taken over her life. Then her sister suggested something simple: parkrun. Jen had never been a runner, but something about the idea sparked a curiosity... and it completely transformed her life. In this episode of Runbelievable, Joshie and Natty sit down with Jen to talk about rebuilding confidence, finding independence, and how running can become the thing that helps you reclaim yourself. From her first parkrun to half marathons, trail running, and the community events she now loves, Jen’s story is about how running doesn’t just improve fitness.. it can reshape identity. In this episode Growing up sporty but never a runnerThe difficult years inside an unhealthy relationshipStarting again at 33 and moving back homeThe first parkrun that changed everythingFinding purpose through bootcamp and runningWhy running became something just for herRunbelievable — 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!

    51 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, 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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