Konnichiwa!! Welcome to season 12. Welcome to our voyage to the Land of the Rising Sun! In this season opener we reveal what it's all about as Stevie Boy exclusively announces a springtime trip to Tokyo. Another marathon major beckons, and it's an important one for all sorts of reasons. We find out how he got his Tokyo Marathon spot and some initial plans for a bucket-list trip of a lifetime. The best part, you're all invited along! We then spend time having a look back at the UK's premier trail race, yes, the Auchterarder 10k Chilli Trail Race took place last weekend. It proved to be an absolute stonker! 2025 race entries open now, link at bottom of show notes! Lastly, it's the hotly anticipated debrief of John's astounding efforts at the recent Track 100 25-hour event. John is in reflective mood as he recounts a life affirming weekend down south. Oh, and we've not just one race reveal for 2025, we've two!! It's gonnae be an epic year. The best yet. So, listeners, please make sure your seat backs and tray tables are in their full upright position. Make sure your seat belt is securely fastened, and all carry-on luggage is stowed underneath the seat in front of you or in the overhead bins. We're off to JAPAN baby!! https://www.entrycentral.com/chillitrail25 https://www.cockbainevents.com/track-100