This week on the Easy Double podcast, in what seems like a down week in the running world, that was not the case on the island of Ireland. The Dublin City Half Marathon took place, with some of Ireland's premier athletes taking to the roads, while down the other end of the country, the Great Limerick Run took place with some more fast running. Up north, the Belfast Marathon took place, which resulted in another sprint finish. Over in Sydney, the Hoka Runway Sydney Half Marathon took place, while in the US, their National Road 5K took centre stage.

📰 In running news, we discuss Abby Steiner suing Puma for defective shoes resulting in injuries, we chat about Rory Leonard leaving Andy Hobdell, and British Athletics yet again causing some controversy with their European marathon team selections.

📺 In YouTube Diaries, we discuss the athlete that is Marco Langon and break down his workout filmed on All Access Track.

👊 Olympic ticket prices get the hit on this week's Double Trouble.

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World records shattered as two of the world's biggest marathon majors are decided. Sebastian Sawe etched his name into history forever by running 1:59:30, becoming the first person ever to break the two-hour marathon barrier, while Tigst Assefa broke the women's-only world record in a stunning 2:15. Over in Boston, a fast and wind-assisted course saw Sharon Lokedi and John Korir claim the top honours in one of the most dramatic editions in years. Meanwhile, the Balarath came to Australian soil, with some of the country's finest athletes putting on a standout display on home roads.

📰 In running news, Glasgow has been awarded the 2027 European Cross Country Championships. Adidas has unveiled a new super shoe weighing under 100 grams — and with both London Marathon winners racing in it, we give our verdict on whether it's a true game-changer.

📺 This week's YouTube diary shout-out goes to Charles Hicks, who ran an eye-watering 2:04 marathon in Boston, earning himself a 5-minute PB. He gives a brilliant insight into what it's like being a Nike pro athlete — well worth a watch.

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This week on the Easy Double Podcast, we’re joined by one of the most trusted and knowledgeable voices in global track & field — Jon Gault.

Fresh off a huge weekend of marathon racing, we kick things off with a deep dive into the Boston Marathon — how the races unfolded, what stood out, and whether the outcomes matched expectations. We then look ahead to the London Marathon, breaking down the elite fields, predicting the winners, and asking who the top British performers might be on the day.

We also get Jon’s perspective on what it’s like covering the sport at the highest level — from reporting on the biggest races in the world to navigating the ever-evolving landscape of athletics media. Naturally, that leads into a conversation around LetsRun, its reputation within the sport, and the balance between reporting, opinion, and controversy.

There’s also a quick-fire round where we put Jon on the spot with everything from favourite meets and dream interviews to Brighton & Hove Albion allegiances and a few curveballs.

If you’re into marathon racing, elite track & field, or just want a behind-the-scenes look at how the biggest stories in the sport are covered — this is a must-listen.

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London Calling 🇬🇧🏃‍♂️ | Race Week Special

Four sleeps to go. The boys check in ahead of London Marathon weekend — taper thoughts, training confidence, race plans, fuelling strategy, and what success actually looks like on the biggest stage.

We dive into the elite field, British depth, underdogs to watch, and answer some Patreon questions on sleep, nerves, and race-day mindset.

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Welcome back to the Easy Double Podcast for Episode 61!

It's marathon season as the lads discuss all things Boston Marathon and preview the London Marathon.On the streets of Spain, a European record goes down as some notable names also race well.

Ryan recaps his first race in 51 weeks as he conquers the Bridges of Perth.

As always, we chat running news, YouTube diaries and also Double Trouble — have runners gone soft?

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Welcome back to the Easy Double Podcast for Episode 60!

It was a massive week in Australia as they hosted their National Track and Field Champs, with all top Australian talent flocking to Sydney to compete. Cam Myers shows his worth, while there is massive commotion in the women's 1500m.

On the other side of the world, the Irish National Road 10K happened with some fast times, while the Sonia O'Sullivan 10 Mile in her hometown attracted a quality field.

📰 In Running News, we discuss the new World Marathon Championship, get ready for the Boston Marathon, and go through our top picks.

📺 Our YouTube Diaries this week give Josh Kerr a shout out, and Izzy Batt-Doyle as she previews one of her long runs pre-Boston.

We Double Trouble whether all-comers records should be a thing, which divides opinions.

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In this episode of The Easy Double Podcast, we’re joined by Cole Gibbens for a deep dive into his journey through running, life, and content creation.

We go back to where it all started, from his early years and influences to how his time at university shaped him into the athlete he is today.

Cole opens up about his YouTube journey, the highs and lows of sharing everything online, and how running has impacted his mental health.

We also get into his recent injury, how he’s dealing with it mentally, and what the road to recovery looks like. Plus, a look at how he balances training, work, and content — and how things have evolved along the way.

A major highlight of the episode is his debut marathon at the London Marathon, where he ran an incredible 2:16:52. Cole takes us inside race day, the key moments, and what was going through his head in the final miles.

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Welcome back to the Easy Double Podcast for Episode 59!

In this episode, the lads kick things off with massive news: the Easy Double Podcast is now live on Patreon, where listeners can get deeper insights into weekly training, exclusive content, and more in-depth discussions on all things running.

🇫🇷 The lads recap a lightning-fast 5K and 10K meet in Lille, where the pace was seriously hot and performances didn’t disappoint.

Attention then shifts to Australia, as sprint stars Christian Coleman and Sha'Carri Richardson headline the iconic Stawell Gift, bringing global flair to one of the sport’s most unique handicap races.

📰 In running news, there are some major shake-ups—Conner Mantz has withdrawn from the Boston Marathon, while Sifan Hassan is out of the London Marathon.

🏃🏻‍♂️Training-wise, the lads are starting to feel the fitness build, though it’s not all smooth sailing—Eoin takes a beating from the unpredictable Irish weather in this week’s “Double Trouble” segment.

To wrap things up, they look ahead to some big upcoming races, including the Rotterdam Marathon and the Paris Marathon.

📺 Cole Gibbens gets the nod in this weeks YouTube Diaries ahead of his interview release this week.

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