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 Australian running podcast that celebrates why we run. Hosted by Josh Rischin, runners 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're preparing for your first parkrun or your 100th marathon, you're among friends here!! 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. 4d ago

    Ep 37: Is This Australia's Most Humble Ultramarathon Champ? | Clay Dawson

    Clay Dawson never planned to become a runner. A market research study looking for overweight uni students set him on a path that would eventually lead to marathon victories, Australian representation, and some of the most remarkable endurance performances imaginable. Yet despite all the success, Clay has spent much of his running journey battling imposter syndrome and questioning whether he truly belongs. Clay is always looking to help shape and mentor the next generation of runners.  https://www.instagram.com/clay_dawson/ In this episode:  The research study that changed everything Losing weight through accidental running Winning the Brisbane Marathon Representing Australia in the 100km Championships Why success often felt uncomfortable What he'd tell anyone who doubts themselvesOh, and in a comical twist, Clay sets the record straight on an age-old stat. Runbelievable — real runners, unreal stories. 🎧 Enjoying the show? Hit follow so you don't miss a lap. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! 👉 Everything Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au About Runbelievable Runbelievable is the Australian running podcast for every runner. From your first parkrun to your 100th marathon, from walk-run intervals to dabbling in trail running, every runner has a story worth telling. Through honest conversations with runners from all walks of life, Runbelievable explores the challenges, achievements, setbacks, and experiences that connect us through running and shape who we become.

    57 min

  2. Jun 9

    Ep 36: How One 5K Changed Hundreds of Lives | Georgia Weir (Deadly Runners)

    In 2012, Georgia Weir was battling poor mental health, addiction, and an incorrect bipolar diagnosis. A local 5km event became a last resort. What followed was a journey that took her from running her first marathon in New York, to founding Deadly Runners; a movement that has helped hundreds of First Nations Australians discover what's possible through running.  But the road wasn't smooth. After a dispute over ownership, Georgia lost everything, battled addiction, rebuilt her life, and emerged with an even greater sense of purpose. Learn about Deadly Runners: https://deadlyrunners.com.au/ Discover WeRun Foundation: https://www.werunfoundation.org/ Perhaps the most powerful 'why' running video you'll see: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYt2BgwTHj3/ In this episode: Running as a last resort for mental healthFinding self-belief through completing the New York MarathonDiscovering purpose through establishing Deadly RunnersLosing everything through addiction The role her husband played in recovery Helping First Nations communities break cycles through running Runbelievable — real runners, unreal stories. 🎧 Enjoying the show? Hit follow so you don't miss a lap. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! 👉 Everything Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au About Runbelievable Runbelievable is the Australian running podcast for every runner. From your first parkrun to your 100th marathon, from walk-run intervals to dabbling in trail running, every runner has a story worth telling. Through honest conversations with runners from all walks of life, Runbelievable explores the challenges, achievements, setbacks, and experiences that connect us through running and shape who we become.

    59 min

  3. Jun 8 ·  Bonus

    BONUS: Brisbane Marathon Redemption... Did She Get It? | Carly Barkle

    Fresh off the Brisbane Marathon, a familiar Runbelievable voice returns for a special Recap episode. When Carly Barkle first joined us in Ep. 18, she spoke openly about chasing redemption at the Brisbane Marathon. Twelve months after her first DNF, and her 6th bout of bowel surgery… the training is done, the race has been run, and now it's time to find out what really happened. No polished summary. No social media highlight reel. Just an honest reflection whilst the emotions are still fresh. We talk about: Whether she found the redemption she was looking forThe race-day twist we had no idea about!The moments that tested her mostWhat surprised her along the wayHow she feels about the experience now that it's overRunbelievable Recap episodes capture the part of running that often gets missed… the raw reflection after the finish line, before time reshapes the story. Because every runner has a story… and sometimes the most interesting chapter comes after the race. 🎧 Enjoying the show? Hit follow so you don't miss a lap. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! 👉 Everything Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au About Runbelievable Runbelievable is the Australian running podcast for every runner. From your first parkrun to your 100th marathon, from walk-run intervals to dabbling in trail running, every runner has a story worth telling. Through honest conversations with runners from all walks of life, Runbelievable explores the challenges, achievements, setbacks, and experiences that connect us through running and shape who we become.

    21 min

  4. Jun 2

    Ep 35: She Walks During Marathons… And Doesn't Care What You Think | Belle Ferguson

    Belle Ferguson never really thought about running. In fact, she started running for a surprisingly practical reason... walking took too long. What began as a time-saving measure soon turned into something much bigger. Today, Belle is a marathoner, Trek2Health trek leader, and passionate advocate for runners of all abilities. She's also challenging one of running's biggest misconceptions... that taking walk breaks somehow makes you less of a runner. In this episode:  Starting running purely to save time How Trek to Health changed her life The run-walk (Jeffing) method explained Why back-of-the-pack runners deserve more respect Running marathons without chasing elite times Finding confidence, community, and belonging through runningRunbelievable — real runners, unreal stories. 🎧 Enjoying the show? Hit follow so you don't miss a lap. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! 👉 Everything Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au About Runbelievable Runbelievable is the Australian running podcast for every runner. From your first parkrun to your 100th marathon, from walk-run intervals to dabbling in trail running, every runner has a story worth telling. Through honest conversations with runners from all walks of life, Runbelievable explores the challenges, achievements, setbacks, and experiences that connect us through running and shape who we become.

    40 min

  5. May 26

    Ep 34: Imposter Syndrome Derailed Her First Marathon… Here’s Why | Libby Gibbins

    Libby Gibbins did everything right. She religiously followed the training plan, adjusted work around key sessions, nailed her long runs, and arrived at the start line fitter than ever. But midway through her first marathon… something shifted. In this deeply moving episode, Libby opens up about imposter syndrome, identity after motherhood, and the mental battle that unfolded as her time goal slowly drifted away. This isn’t just a conversation about marathon running. It’s about pressure, self-belief, and the stories we tell ourselves when things stop going to plan. In this episode: Returning to running after kidsThe “mum tax” and identity beyond parentingTraining for a first marathonThe mental impact of seeing pacers disappearImposter syndrome in running and lifeWhy the finish line still hurt despite successRunbelievable — real runners, unreal stories. 🎧 Enjoying the show? Hit follow so you don't miss a lap. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! 👉 Everything Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au About Runbelievable Runbelievable is the Australian running podcast for every runner. From your first parkrun to your 100th marathon, from walk-run intervals to dabbling in trail running, every runner has a story worth telling. Through honest conversations with runners from all walks of life, Runbelievable explores the challenges, achievements, setbacks, and experiences that connect us through running and shape who we become.

    44 min

  6. May 19

    Ep 33: No Rest Days Since 2022… Seriously How!!?? | Frank Chung

    What would make someone run every single day for over 3 years? In this episode, you’ll meet Frank Chung... a Brisbane runner whose daily running streak dates back to December 28, 2022. But beneath the streak lies something much deeper. Following separation, injury, career upheaval, and periods where he felt completely lost… running slowly became the thing that helped pull him back together. Now more than 1,200 consecutive days later, Frank reflects on discipline, identity, community, and why running became non-negotiable in his life. In this episode:  The emotional period that brought Frank back to running Building Kedron parkrun and Old Skool Run Club Injury setbacks and drifting away from himself The daily streak that changed everything Running through marriage, fatherhood, business, and life Why running became essential to his mental healthRunbelievable — real runners, unreal stories. 🎧 Enjoying the show? Hit follow so you don't miss a lap. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! 👉 Everything Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au About Runbelievable Runbelievable is the Australian running podcast for every runner. From your first parkrun to your 100th marathon, from walk-run intervals to dabbling in trail running, every runner has a story worth telling. Through honest conversations with runners from all walks of life, Runbelievable explores the challenges, achievements, setbacks, and experiences that connect us through running and shape who we become.

    52 min

  7. May 12

    Ep 32: She Planned Everything Perfectly… Until Life Had Other Ideas | Mads Biddulph-Wall

    Mads Biddulph-Wall always had a plan. As a teenager, she was already thinking about career pathways, maternity leave, and the future she wanted to build. But when it came time to start a family, life took a heartbreaking turn. In this episode, Mads opens up about pregnancy loss, grief, and the period where she felt like she lost her sense of self. Then running entered the picture. What started as a way to cope slowly became something much bigger. Follow Mads' journey: https://www.instagram.com/runmadsrun/ Heartfelt is a volunteer organisation that supporteed Mads through professional photographic memories when Beau was born. She has since run in their aid raising nearly $3,000: https://heartfelt.org.au/ In this episode: Multiple miscarriages and pregnancy lossFeeling like a shell of herself after griefDiscovering running as a way to regain controlGoing from non-runner to marathon finisherHow loss changed her perspective on life***This episode is dedicated to Beau Jude Biddulph-Wall. Fly, little wing.*** Runbelievable — real runners, unreal stories. 🎧 Enjoying the show? Hit follow so you don't miss a lap. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! 👉 Everything Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au About Runbelievable Runbelievable is the Australian running podcast for every runner. From your first parkrun to your 100th marathon, from walk-run intervals to dabbling in trail running, every runner has a story worth telling. Through honest conversations with runners from all walks of life, Runbelievable explores the challenges, achievements, setbacks, and experiences that connect us through running and shape who we become.

    57 min

  8. May 10 ·  Bonus

    BONUS: Why TF Would Anyone Run 100km Overnight? | Run The River

    We can't fathom what motivates someone to run an overnight enduro! In this special bonus episode, Joshie and Natty head down to Run The River in Brisbane; an overnight endurance event featuring everything from a midnight half marathon to brutal 100km solo efforts. This episode captures the anticipation beforehand… the nervous laughter, final preparations, volunteers setting up, and runners quietly wondering what they’ve signed up for. Along the way, you’ll hear from first-timers, seasoned ultra runners, relay teams, volunteers, Australian running legend Pat Carroll, and accomplished endurance runner Clay Dawson. In this episode: Inside Brisbane’s Run The River ultra event100km solo runners and relay teamsThe atmosphere before an overnight endurance raceStories from runners, volunteers, and crewsMarathoners, first-timers, and ultra veteransThe community spirit behind endurance running Runbelievable — real runners, unreal stories. 🎧 Enjoying the show? Hit follow so you don't miss a lap. Interested in being a guest on the show? Hit us up! 👉 Everything Runbelievable: http://runbelievable.au About Runbelievable Runbelievable is the Australian running podcast for every runner. From your first parkrun to your 100th marathon, from walk-run intervals to dabbling in trail running, every runner has a story worth telling. Through honest conversations with runners from all walks of life, Runbelievable explores the challenges, achievements, setbacks, and experiences that connect us through running and shape who we become.

    29 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 Australian running podcast that celebrates why we run. Hosted by Josh Rischin, runners 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're preparing for your first parkrun or your 100th marathon, you're among friends here!! 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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