Beyond The Track Podcast

Featuring: Kris Jones - Welsh International Orienteer & Distance Runner In this episode, we sit down with Welsh international athlete Kris Jones , whose journey from the forests of orienteering to the fast-paced world of long distance running has been nothing short of inspiring. Kris shares where it all began - from his early days with Swansea Harriers and competing in junior races, to proudly...

In this episode, we sit down with middle-distance runner Justin Davies to reflect on an incredible season - including his standout performance at the U23 European Championships . Justin opens up about the highs and lows of the year, from the thrill of international competition to the disappointment of missing out on Worlds selection. He also gives us a glimpseinto his early career, how he unwinds...

We have a very special episode this week! Beyond the Track Podcast hosts catch up with Hannah Baulch - Head of Participation at Welsh Athletics, Lizzie Dimond (runnerof4) - mother of four who loves to run and Faye Osgood - founder of Her Own Pace Run Club. Our hosts discuss the brand new Welsh Athletics campaign - Own The Night with these three brilliant guests, hear all about the inspiration behi...

🎙️ Beyond the Track Podcast - Season 2, Episode 2 Featuring Welsh Marathon Runner Natasha Wilson In this episode, we’re joined by one of Wales’ most inspiring long-distance athletes - Natasha Wilson , Welsh marathon record holder and Commonwealth Games athlete. From growing up in Cwmbran and training around her family’s farm to studying on a sports scholarship at the University of Tulsa in the U.S...

Season 2, Episode 1 - Lowri Morgan We’re back with Season 2 of Beyond the Track Podcast , and we’re kicking things off with an incredible guest - world-renowned presenter, ultra-endurance athlete, and adventurer Lowri Morgan . In this episode, Lowri takes us on a journey through her remarkable sporting story. From her early beginnings and playing rugby at university, to taking on her very first Ir...

Bonus Episode: World Para Athletics ChampionshipsIn this special bonus episode of Beyond the Track, we take a break between seasons to dive deep into the upcoming World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi, taking place from September 27 to October 5. With eight Welsh athletes set to compete, this episode shines a spotlight on each of them as our three hosts break down their performances, giv...

In the season one finale of Beyond the Track Podcast , our three hosts take a step back from the competition to look at the season as a whole. From favourite highlights and memorable guests to the funniest behind-the-scenes moments, they share the stories and reflections that made this first season so special. Expect plenty of laughs, honest conversations, and engaging chat as we wrap up an incred...

Episode 13 - World Championships Special This week’s episode of Beyond the Track takes a different turn - no guest interview, just our three hosts diving deep into the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. With the competition kicking off this weekend, we break down everything from the prize pool and what it could mean for athletes, to how the championships compare with other major glob...

Episode 12 - James Ledger: Sprinting Beyond Limits  In this inspiring episode of Beyond the Track, we sit down with James Ledger, a Welsh T11 100m sprinter living with a visual impairment. James shares his powerful journey in athletics, opening up about how the sport gave him purpose, passion, and the realisation that disability doesn’t define what you can achieve.  He reflects on the vital role o...

Episode 11 - Abi Pawlett: Behind the Heptathlon In this episode of Beyond the Track , we’re joined by Welsh heptathlete Abi Pawlett , who takes us through her journey in athletics - from growing up in a sporty family to becoming one of the UK’s rising combined event stars. Abi reflects on her standout career highlight so far, winning silver at the European U23 Championships , and explains exactly...

Episode 10 - Beyond the Track Podcast with Mike Jenkins In this episode of Beyond the Track, we sit down with Welsh para athlete Mike Jenkins, a talented thrower whose story is as inspiring as it is powerful. Mike opens up about living with cerebral palsy, sharing how it changes the path of his sporting journey - from the heartbreak of being unable to pursue rugby, the sport he loved, to finding n...

Episode 9 - Clara Evans: From Heartbreak to the Olympic Marathon In this powerful and emotional episode of Beyond the Track Podcast , Welsh marathon runner Clara Evans takes us behind the scenes of one of the most dramatic moments of her career. Clara opens up about the heartbreak of narrowly missing out on Olympic selection, the emotional toll it took, and the raw reality of trying to process tha...

Episode 8 – Amber Simpson From Wales to the USA & Smashing Records Welcome back to Beyond the Track Podcast! In this inspiring episode, were joined by Welsh hammer thrower Amber Simpson , who shares her incredible journey from growing up in Wales to moving across the Atlantic to pursue athletics in American university. Amber opens up about the challenges she faced adapting to life and sport in...

From Elite Athlete to Elite Mentor - The Christian Malcolm Journey In this episode, we sit down with Christian Malcolm - 4x Olympian, World Junior Champion, and a true icon of British athletics. Christian shares his inspiring journey into the world of sprinting, including what it was like to line up against Usain Bolt , and how he carved out a legacy of success on the track. He opens up about the...

In this episode of Beyond the Track Podcast , we’re joined by the charismatic and always entertaining Jamie Baulch - Olympic silver medallist, World Champion, and one of Britain’s most iconic sprinters. Jamie takes us on a whirlwind journey through his incredible career - from how he first got into athletics , to what it was really like competing alongside legends like Colin Jackson . He shares hi...

Next Up: Harrison Walsh - From Rugby Pitch to Paralympic Podium In this powerful episode of Beyond the Track , we sit down with Harrison Walsh - Welsh Paralympic thrower, Commonwealth Games medallist, and former rugby player whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. After a career-ending injury cut short his time on the rugby field, Harrison found a new path in Paralympic athletics . He opens u...

This week on Beyond the Track , we’re joined by the incredible Adele Nicoll - Commonwealth Games Welsh Athlete, British shot put champion, and winter Olympian in bobsleigh! In this episode, we kick off with a round-up of the weekend’s athletics action before diving into Adele’s inspiring journey through sport - from her early days in athletics, to becoming one of the UK’s top throwers, and how a s...

In Episode 3 of Beyond the Track Podcast, we sit down with one of Wales’s most iconic athletic sibling duos - sprinters Hannah and Joe Brier. We dive into their journeys from junior talent to senior success, what it’s like growing up in a sprinting family, and how they push and support each other both on and off the track. From major championship experiences to personal highs and challenges, this...

In Episode 2 of Beyond the Track Podcast , we kick things off with a weekend round-up of incredible performances from Welsh athletes competing across Europe - from Geneva to Germany, Loughborough, and the mountains. Then, we’re joined by one of the greatest athletes Wales and Great Britain have ever produced - Mr Colin Jackson! In a wide-ranging and inspiring conversation, Colin takes us back to w...

In this episode, we celebrate some outstanding performances from the weekend, including highlights from the Welsh Outdoor Junior Championships. Then, we’re joined by none other than Jeremiah Azu - Wales’s fastest man. Jeremiah takes us inside the mind of an elite Welsh sprinter, sharing what it’s like to balance the demands of fatherhood with life at the top of his sport. Our brilliant hosts dig d...

Croeso & welcome to the Beyond the Track Podcast.

In this episode of Beyond the Track, we kick things off with a breakdown of the recent Valencia Marathon. We look at how Welsh athletes performed on the international stage, including an incredible run from Natasha Wilson, who smashed the Welsh national record in stunning fashion. Then we dive into the heart of the episode: celebrating Pontypridd Roadents, the newly crowned Welsh Athletics Club of...