The Start Line Podcast

When Carol and Donna lace up their running shoes, they're not just embarking on a physical journey, they're navigating the complex tides of menopause with every stride. Our heartwarming finale brings these incredible women from the ERC community  into the spotlight, sharing how they've turned running into a fortress of empowerment during a time that society often whispers about. As...

When the Emancipated Run Crew's Trojan Gordon, Lionel Mullin, and Greg Patmore joined us, we discovered a shared truth that many black men carry: the weight of unspoken struggles with mental health. Our conversation ventured into the transformative space where the discipline of running meets the vulnerability of mental wellness, revealing the profound impact of therapy and the creation of com...

In the first ever TSL Rewound, we gather around the memory of our beloved cousin Steph, whose laughter and courage echoed even as triple negative breast cancer sought to silence her, by revisiting an episode that captures her essence. Steph's legacy, woven through stories of motherhood, entrepreneurship, and a relentless battle against cancer, resonates with a message of hope and the importan...

As a runner, nothing tests your spirit quite like an injury. In this heartfelt discussion with fellow runners, John and Michelle from ERC open up about their recovery journey, and how they each found a unique path through the trials of injury. From the shadows of frustration to the finish line triumphs, the share their inspiring stories that redefine what it means to be part of the running communi...

Discover the grit and grace of running beyond the usual finish line as we journey with Tasnim Tudor and Dina Loufimpou into the realm of ultramarathons. Witness firsthand the transformation from ordinary strides to the extraordinary feat of covering distances that push the human spirit to its limits. This episode isn't just about running; it's about transcending barriers and embracing th...

When Rachel McCoy and Dr. Zandi Ndlovu laced up their running shoes during lockdown, little did they know that they'd cross marathon finish lines in their mid-40s and at 50, rewriting their own narratives and shattering age expectations. Our latest episode is a testament to their extraordinary journeys, packed with laughter, resilience, and the sheer joy of running that knows no age. These wo...

Stephen D'Souza's tale is one for the books—a journey from being on the brink of diabetes to conquering marathons with a vigor that's nothing short of contagious. In our return from the National Running Show , we've brought together an array of stories that embody the transformative power of running, and Stephen's is a beacon of inspiration. We chat about the strides being...

The Start Line Girls (Jules and Dee) were honoured to be asked to host the Emancipated Run Crew Women’s Discussion Panel Event in celebration of International Women’s Day on 8th March! We recorded live from the event and to end March we are dropping it now so all those who missed out will get the opportunity to hear this amazing session (please forgive the background noises!) The event, for black...

The Start Line Girls (minus Pet!) headed back to The National Running Show Birmingham , with the Emancipated Run Crew over the weekend of 21 and 22nd January 2023. We caught up with some of our favourite people in the running community, and all this week we'll be sharing the goodies with a new set of bonus episodes fresh from the  Emancipated Run Crew stand!  In today's final episode fro...

The Start Line Girls (minus Pet!) headed back to The National Running Show Birmingham , with the Emancipated Run Crew over the weekend of 21 and 22nd January 2023. We caught up with some of our favourite people in the running community, and all this week we'll be sharing the goodies with a new set of bonus episodes fresh from the  Emancipated Run Crew stand!  Today Dee grabs a chat with Andre...

The Start Line Girls (minus Pet!) headed back to The National Running Show Birmingham , with the Emancipated Run Crew over the weekend of 21 and 22nd January 2023. We caught up with some of our favourite people in the running community, and all this week we'll be sharing the goodies with a new set of bonus episodes fresh from the  Emancipated Run Crew stand!  In today's bonus episode, De...

The Start Line Girls (minus Pet!) headed back to The National Running Show Birmingham , with the Emancipated Run Crew over the weekend of 21 and 22nd January. We caught up with some of our favourite people in the running community, and all this week we'll be sharing the goodies with a new set of bonus episodes fresh from the  Emancipated Run Crew stand!  In this bonus ep, Dee and Jules chat t...

The Start Line Girls (minus Pet!) headed back to The National Running Show Birmingham , with the Emancipated Run Crew over the weekend of 21 and 22nd January. We caught up with some of our favourite people in the running community, and all this week we'll be sharing the goodies with a new set of bonus episodes fresh from the  Emancipated Run Crew stand!  In  our second bonus ep this week, Jul...

The Start Line Girls (minus Pet!) headed back to The National Running Show Birmingham , with the Emancipated Run Crew over the weekend of 21 and 22nd January. We caught up with some of our favourite people in the running community, and all this week we'll be sharing the goodies with a new set of bonus episodes fresh from the  Emancipated Run Crew stand!  In  our first bonus ep, this week Jule...

Ahead of our return to The National Running Show Birmingham , with the Emancipated Run Crew over the weekend of 21 and 22nd January, we’ll be giving you a daily dose of TSL goodness as we kick off the New Year with the rest of our series of bonus episodes recorded live last May from the Emancipated Run Crew stand at The National Running Show South !  For our final bonus ep this week, we are happy...

Ahead of our return to The National Running Show Birmingham , with the Emancipated Run Crew over the weekend of 21 and 22nd January, we’ll be giving you a daily dose of TSL goodness as we kick off the New Year with the rest of our series of bonus episodes recorded live last May from the Emancipated Run Crew stand at The National Running Show South !  In today's bonus episode we catch up with...

In the second of our special bonus episodes this week recorded live last May from the Emancipated Run Crew stand at The National Running Show South , Dee catches up with the amazing Prabina Talary ,  runner, cyclist, swimmer, mother - Prabina is a Swimmathon UK Amabassador who has run marathons, competed in duathlons and triathlons, and a champion for increasing participation by the Nepalese commu...

Ahead of our return to The National Running Show Birmingham , with the Emancipated Run Crew over the weekend of 21 and 22nd January 2023, we’ll be giving you a daily dose of TSL goodness as we kick off the New Year with the rest of our series of bonus episodes recorded live last May from the Emancipated Run Crew stand at The National Running Show South !  For our first bonus ep, Jules chats to ERC...

Whoooaaa! Where did 2022 go??? The Start Line Girls are back after a little hiatus over the summer (and autumn!) and here we are at Christmas already!!! But the great thing about that is this is the first TSL Christmas episode! Yes, we managed to pull it outta the bag to celebrate the season (and to mark the official end of the first (3 year long!) season of The Start Line Podcast)  and got round...

October marks Black History Month in the UK, and to celebrate this The Start Line Girls are taking a look at people who are making history in the Black Community.  In this special episode we speak to Jesse (Specs) Spellman, creator of online running publication Mid Strike Magazine, an avid runner since 2016 and proud member of Black Men Run NYC.  Jesse's goal was to create a diverse magazine...

After an unannounced summer hiatus, The Start Line Girls are back! Join us as we recap on what we got up to this summer, get the lowdown our favourite restaurants in Croatia ( Corto Maltese and Pandora Greenbox in Split; Paradise Garden in Hvar) and hear about Dee's birthday trip to Porto.  We also hear from ERC members Rachel and Nina , who dropped us a voice note, sharing their thoughts on...

We continue our series of bonus episodes recorded live last month from the Emancipated Run Crew stand at The National Running Show South !  This time Dee meets new ERC recruit Anthony Roache and finds out about life as a new dad and runner as well as hearing how this remarkable runner managed to run three marathons on three consecutive Sundays as well as fasting for Ramadan! We'd love to hear...

A special treat for listeners as The Start Line Girls bring you all the juice from the Emancipated Run Crew stand at The National Running Show South !  In these bonus episodes, Dee & Jules chat to ERC members as well as show attendees who share their running stories as well as their experiences at The National Running Show.  In this short session we catch up with Aubrey, a personal trainer and...

A special treat for listeners as The Start Line Girls bring you all the juice from the Emancipated Run Crew stand at The National Running Show South !  In these bonus episodes, Dee & Jules chat to ERC members as well as show attendees who share their running stories as well as their experiences at The National Running Show.  ERC's youngest official member, Nina Ashton, joins Jules for a q...

A special treat for listeners as The Start Line Girls bring you all the juice from the Emancipated Run Crew stand at The National Running Show South !  In these bonus episodes, Dee & Jules chat to ERC members as well as show attendees who share their running stories as well as their experiences at The National Running Show.  For the first episode of this special NRS series,  we chat to fellow...