Navigating the complexities of life as a new parent while juggling work and passions can feel like a Herculean task. This week, I'm David Heller, and together with Jody, we hash out the trials of fatherhood, the impact of sleepless nights, and the struggle to find time for ourselves. The conversation veers into the realm of sports, where we heatedly debate the effects of media glare on budding athletes. Imagine the pressure felt by young stars thrust into the spotlight and the scrutiny that...

Ever wonder what it's like to run a 50k race on LSD? We sat down with Sarah Siskind, a professional comedian and psychedelic advocate, who shares her extraordinary experiences of doing just that. Not once, but twice! Combining a hearty dose of humor and genuine human insight, Sarah walks us through the unique challenges of these experiences, all while shedding light on the stigma surrounding psychedelics. Our conversation takes us beyond just running under the influence of LSD. Together, we...

Who would have thought that sipping French milk could land you a failed drug test? We're bringing you the fascinating story of cyclists Toon Ayerts and Sherry Boussoud who faced just that situation. We're diving deep into the mysterious world of anabolic steroids, bizarre food risks, and the impact of substances like letrosol on the human body. Raising an alarm for all the trail runners out there, we discuss the bone-chilling incident of Tom Evans' mugging in Cape Town. With an increase in...

Ever wondered what happens when you blend the thrill of trail running, insights from a seasoned expert, and the pulsating world of social media? We sat down with Brian Metzler, a trail running maestro and the founder of Trail Runner magazine, to navigate this intriguing blend. Brian takes us from the heart of a dispute between Gary Robbins and UTMB, through the evolution of trail running and media coverage, to his humanitarian trip to Cuba. His intricate storytelling skills paint a vivid...

Ever wonder how endurance challenges could potentially change lives? Tune in to our latest episode where we venture into the captivating world of running, charity fundraising, and personal resilience. We navigate through the inspiring stories of Eddie Izzard and Vernon Kay, who pushed their limits for charity. Every stride they took, every mile they ran, was a testament to human endurance and the power of individual commitment to making a difference. Their trials are not just their own, as we...

As an athlete, imagine running a marathon, but with no sight or sound to guide you. That's the awe-inspiring journey undertaken by our guest, Alex Bunce, as we explore in this episode. Alex successfully completed a 24-hour ultra run, blindfolded and deaf. His bravery and determination are examples of the human spirit's resilience. We dig into his unique training routine, the personal motivations driving him, and the life-altering lessons he learned from this intense experience. Our...

In this episode of The Bad Stuff, David spills the beans on the birth of his son... welcome Hercules Hunter Hellard, and how he navigated the tricky challenge of being there for Claire during labour while also catching up on reading The Week.  Plus, Jody and David discuss the etiquette of offering tea to the non-birthing partner – and whether there is nothing more offensive to a British person than not being offered a cup of tea (the answer - there isn't). If you want an accurate picture of...

Midnight Runners' Gabe Guglione speaks to David and Jody about his global-trotting journey of living out of a suitcase for half a decade with the goal of opening 16 new run clubs in 16 cities worldwide. What does it take to bring the unique format of Midnight Runners energising blend of running, boot camp and music from Japan to Colombia? Gabe walks through the evolution of Midnight Runners as a global community, from its roots in London, then Berlin to its presence in 18 major cities...

Promising an in-depth exploration into the fascinating world of Asian trail running, we converse with Steve Brammer, the esteemed race director of the Hong Kong 100. Steve provides a compelling narrative of how the prolonged lockdown in China and a tragic accident that claimed 20 trail runners have reshaped the local trail running community. As we traverse through this episode, we will unravel the evolution of the Ultra Trail World Tour, the Ultra Trail Majors, and cast a lens on the...

On our latest Interview episode of Bad Boy Running, Jody and David speak to Alicia Vargo. Alicia put her athletic career on hold for six long years, choosing instead to focus on her growing family. Now, she's back on the racing circuit, juggling her training schedule with the responsibilities of being a mother to four children.  Alicia’s journey is one of perseverance and strength, both physical and emotional. Her world was shattered when her husband tragically passed away during the 2008...

It's another episode of The Bad Stuff and this week, we're focusing on the most important issues in running, including: Who would win a race between a 100-mile world record holder and a marathon world record holder? Why do you get chips with everything up North?Why did Hellard send a drunken email to one of our future (we still hope) guests?*** This episode is brought to you by DriSeats.com, with its range of seat cover designed specifically for runners to avoid your car seats getting muddy,...

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We're time-travelling all the way back to January this year to revisit a conversation on the Ultra Zone stage at The National Running Show in Birmingham with The Running Channel's James Dunn. Jody and Allie host the interview on the stage, so the sound is a little different from our normal podcast. In other words, it's ok.  Love the podcast and these videos? Buy us a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/badboyrunning Join the Bad Boy Running Facebook group:...

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