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  • Chasing the Finish Running Podcast Episode 32 | Alicante Approaching

    Chasing the Finish Running Podcast Episode 32 | Alicante Approaching
    Feb 19 2026
    Welcome to the running podcast where three mates from Birmingham swap miles for mics and share more than just blisters! Ben Blakeman, Jake Ramsey & Mike Duffy, a trio at very different points on their running journeys, but all equally skilled at dodging training plans and telling a good story. Ben, Jake & Mike are back with another chaotic instalment of the CTF Podcast. This week the lads dive into Mike’s upcoming trip to Alicante, where he’ll be taking on the Alicante 10K (his first ever race abroad). Sunshine, sea views… and the small detail of actually running 10 kilometres without collapsing. What could possibly go wrong? We also check in on Jake’s CTF Running Bingo challenge. One week in and there’s already a runaway leader. Is it tactical brilliance? Beginner’s luck? Outright cheating? The investigation is ongoing. Expect travel nerves, questionable preparation, competitive tension, and at least one bold claim that absolutely won’t age well. Grab a brew, lace up your trainers, and enjoy. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and let us know — would you take on a race abroad? Ross (The Orange Running Guy fundraiser): https://www.justgiving.com/page/orangerunningguy?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL&utm_campaign=020&fbclid=IwdGRjcAQDCiFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeKZeG27Md_74hc2eRojMxw8N4qHcNECOd3WtfDPXb-hVq5msQSvPE-mc19v8_aem_SS3DKmfYbXo2FvFTFhOijw Donate to Team Chasing the Finish at the Mental Health World Cup 2026: https://www.givengain.com/project/chasing-the-finish-raising-funds-for-mental-health-world-cup-108914 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 13 Min.
  • Chasing The Finish Running Podcast Episode 31 | Oaklands Battles & Alicante Arriving Soon

    Chasing The Finish Running Podcast Episode 31 | Oaklands Battles & Alicante Arriving Soon
    Feb 12 2026
    Welcome to the running podcast where three mates from Birmingham swap miles for mics and share more than just blisters! Ben Blakeman, Jake Ramsey & Mike Duffy, a trio at very different points on their running journeys, but all equally skilled at dodging training plans and telling a good story. Ben, Jake & Mike are back in your ears (again). Jake and Mike relive their very real, very definitive head-to-head at Oaklands ParkRun, with analysis, excuses, and selective memory as they break down what actually happened on the course (and who’s still talking about it). The YouTube vlog exists. The results are final. The banter is ongoing. Mike also looks ahead to his upcoming Alicante 10K, chatting through race plans, content ideas, and why running abroad automatically feels faster, even if it isn’t. Throw in some running-world updates, a few games, and the lads doing their absolute best to stay on topic, and you’ve got yourself an episode. Running chat. Rivalries settled (kind of). Games for good measure. Press play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 7 Min.
  • Chasing The Finish Running Podcast Episode 30 | Running Show, Centurion GP & Oaklands coming up!

    Chasing The Finish Running Podcast Episode 30 | Running Show, Centurion GP & Oaklands coming up!
    Feb 5 2026
    Welcome to the running podcast where three mates from Birmingham swap miles for mics and share more than just blisters! Ben Blakeman, Jake Ramsey & Mike Duffy, a trio at very different points on their running journeys, but all equally skilled at dodging training plans and telling a good story. This week, Ben & Mike spill all the tea from their trip to the NEC for the National Running Show, including the emotional fallout from Harry Judd’s devastatingly failed meet & greet (still hurts). The lads also lace up for the latest Centurion Running Club Grand Prix race, where legs were tired, egos were tested, and PBs were… discussed. And finally, the moment you’ve all been waiting for, Jake returns to parkrun! He joins Ben & Mike for his debut at Oaklands Parkrun, a course the boys last survived in the June inferno. This time? Slightly less sun, same questionable decisions. If you enjoy running chat, mild suffering, and stories that make you feel better about your own training… you’re in the right place. - Like the video - Drop a comment - Hit subscribe It genuinely helps the channel — and our fragile running confidence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 7 Min.
  • Chasing The Finish Running Podcast Episode 29 | Jake's Back & The National Running Show coming up!

    Chasing The Finish Running Podcast Episode 29 | Jake's Back & The National Running Show coming up!
    Jan 29 2026
    Welcome to the running podcast where three mates from Birmingham swap miles for mics and share more than just blisters! Ben Blakeman, Jake Ramsey & Mike Duffy, a trio at very different points on their running journeys, but all equally skilled at dodging training plans and telling a good story. Jake’s finally back… sun-kissed, married, and emotionally scarred by a Caribbean cruise that involved delays on the way out and the way back. Romance! We get the full honeymoon debrief, including why airports remain the true final boss of endurance sport. With the National Running Show fast approaching, the lads chat about what they’re most excited for — gear, talks, vibes… while Mike is absolutely, definitely there for the running and not laser-focused on meeting one of his boyband idols. Honest. Promise. And because bad decisions are kind of our brand, Ben & Mike line up for the Centurion GP again. Second time around, wiser heads? Faster legs? Bigger goals? They talk targets, tactics, and whether learning from last time is overrated anyway. Running chat, travel chaos, questionable priorities, and ambitious plans — you know the drill. 👉 Hit play, and chase the finish with us. To Donate to CTF FC at The Mental Health World Cup 2026 at Vicarage Road: https://www.givengain.com/project/chasing-the-finish-raising-funds-for-mental-health-world-cup-108914 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 43 Min.
  • Chasing The Finish Running Podcast Episode 28 | The lads are joined by The Orange Running Guy!

    Chasing The Finish Running Podcast Episode 28 | The lads are joined by The Orange Running Guy!
    Jan 22 2026
    Welcome to the running podcast where three mates from Birmingham swap miles for mics and share more than just blisters! Ben Blakeman, Jake Ramsey & Mike Duffy, a trio at very different points on their running journeys, but all equally skilled at dodging training plans and telling a good story. This week, Ben & Mike are joined by Ross Thompson, better known on social media as The Orange Running Guy. Ross joins the show to talk us through his running journey so far, how it all started, the challenges he’s faced along the way, and where he’s aiming to get to next. From motivation and mindset to the ups and downs of training, we cover everything in between in a relaxed, honest conversation. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, just getting started, or simply enjoy hearing real stories from the running community, this episode has something for you. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment with your own running goals or questions for future guests! Follow The Orange Running Guy: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/orangerunningguy?igsh=MWp5c3dvZnl1dmZncQ== YouTube - https://youtube.com/@orangerunningguy?si=NFEINLxMOxT1s27W Strava - https://strava.app.link/zr4IAPk68Zb Strava Running Group - https://strava.app.link/CptLusn68Zb TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@orangerunningguy?_r=1&_t=ZN-93IIGLIgWMI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 37 Min.
  • Chasing The Finish Running Podcast Episode 27 | ParkRun returns, a midweek meet up & special guest!

    Chasing The Finish Running Podcast Episode 27 | ParkRun returns, a midweek meet up & special guest!
    Jan 16 2026
    Welcome to the running podcast where three mates from Birmingham swap miles for mics and share more than just blisters! Ben Blakeman, Jake Ramsey & Mike Duffy, a trio at very different points on their running journeys, but all equally skilled at dodging training plans and telling a good story. On this week's episode Jake’s sailed off into the Caribbean sunset on his honeymoon, leaving Ben & Mike unsupervised… and predictably, they’ve wasted no time at all replacing him. Loyalty? Never heard of it. But the big question is: who’s brave enough to step into Jake’s running shoes? This week, Ben reports back from his long-awaited return to ParkRun (yes, it finally happened), while Ben & Mike also attempt a midweek run together — an event that raises more questions than it answers. Expect questionable pacing, strong opinions, and at least one questionable life choice. And of course, we’re joined by our mystery guest replacement for Jake. Was it planned? Was it wise? Was it permanent? You’ll have to listen to find out… If you've enjoyed this episode please do hit subscribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 43 Min.
  • Chasing The Finish Running Podcast Episode 26 | Our 2026 Running Plans and Goals!

    Chasing The Finish Running Podcast Episode 26 | Our 2026 Running Plans and Goals!
    Jan 5 2026
    Welcome to the running podcast where three mates from Birmingham swap miles for mics and share more than just blisters! Ben Blakeman, Jake Ramsey & Mike Duffy, a trio at very different points on their running journeys, but all equally skilled at dodging training plans and telling a good story. Ben, Jake & Mike return for episode 26, the first of 2026, and the last before Jake swaps running shoes for flip-flops on a Caribbean honeymoon cruise. The lads break down their running goals for 2026, the events they’re determined to tick off, and the races already in the diary… all discussed with maximum optimism and minimal realism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 38 Min.
  • Chasing The Finish Running Podcast | Finish Line Thoughts | Isabel Trail

    Chasing The Finish Running Podcast | Finish Line Thoughts | Isabel Trail
    Dec 20 2025
    Ben, Jake & Mike took on the Isabel Trail in Staffordshire 🏃‍♂️ The lads ran together, making the most of a flat and fast course from start to finish. Hear their thoughts on how the day went — and find out what they’ve got coming up next Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    12 Min.