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Interview: Annabelle Coleman with Jaryd Clifford

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Jaryd Clifford is a guest interviewer on this one and catches up with Paralympian, 2025 World Championship Bronze Medallist and Oceania and Australian T20 1500m Record Holder, Annabelle Coleman. 
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430: NB Indoor Grand Prix | State Track Meets | Puma Nitro Deviate 4 Review

430: New Balance Indoor Grand Prix | State Track Meets | Nitro Deviate 4 Review
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Brad considers joining a club ahead of a summer series track race.Julian turns to hiking and biking while his knee is on the mend.Brady braces for the return to work and a heatwave.
 
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Cameron Myers ran 7:27.57 for a new 3000m National Record at the New Balance Indoor Grand Prix, winning ahead of Andrew Coscoran and Graham Blanks.Josh Hoey ran 800m Indoor World Record of 1:42.50, paced by his brother Jaxson Hoey.Linden Hall came second in the 3000m in 8:27.03 PB, with Jess Hull third in 8:36.03 behind Elle St. Pierre winning in 8:26.54Hobbs Kessler ran the 2000m indoor World Record in 4:48.79, with both he and Grant Fisher beating Cole Hocker’s newly minted mark from the day before at a separate meet.Sarah Billings placed fourth in the women’s 1500m in 4:01.79 just behind winner Dorcus Ewoi in 4:01.22Results
 
Abby Caldwell won the 1500m A Race in 4:04.13 at the Vic Milers Meet in Doncaster, ahead of Jaylah Hancock-Cameron and Imogen Baker. Jonathan Harris took control to win the 1500m in 3:41.24 just ahead of Charles Barrett and Lucas Chis.Tess Kirsopp-Cole won the 800m A Race in 2:05.51 ahead of while Declyn Tanner and Elly Fleming, while Jack Lunn won in 1:50.09 to hold off Will Katic and Lachlan Thomas.Aths Vic ResultsHub
 
Adrian Potter ran 13:59.63 for 5000m at the Adelaide Distance Series, with Monique Hollick taking it out in 17:17.89.Athletics SA Results
 
Fleur Cooper won the 1500m at the NSW Milers Meet in 4:24.06 ahead of Aynslee Van Gran and Ava Garnys, while in the Men's Elliot Metcalf won in 3:46.33 ahead of Oliver Ham and Matthew McLachlan.Athletics NSW Results
 
Sam Ruthe breaks the world under 16 mile record of 3:53.83 at the Cooks International Classic in Whanganui, New Zealand behind Sam Tanner who won in 3:53.36.The Post NZ Article
 
Boston Marathon announced professional fields featuring Australians Leanne Pompeani, Lisa Weightman, Izzi Batt-Doyle and Andy Buchanan.
Boston Marathon 2026 Pro Field Announcement
 
Tokyo Marathon announced their Elite Fields featuring Sinead Diver, Vanessa Wilson, Ed Goddard and Alex Harvey.Japan Running News
 
The boys receive the newly released Puma Deviate Nitro 4 and review the new trainers, going through the specs, fit and feel out on the road.
 
Whispers gets the elite field Bluff 2 Boat Ramp trickling through, then there’s also news of Brigid Kosgei changing  allegiance from Kenya to TurkiyeKenyan Broadcasting Corporation ArticleMoose on the Loose tries to give a reality check to influencers setting moonshot goals.
 
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429: Maudie Skyring | Indoor Season Openers | Threshold Training

429: Maudie Skyring | Indoor Season Openers | Threshold Training
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Brad gets back outside as lines up a track season.Julian phones in to give an update on his injury and The Running Company CanberraBrady transitions to another stage in his rehab as he starts preparation for Boston.
 
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Cam Myers runs a World Lead 3:49.81 indoor mile in the Washington Preview meet in Seattle.Results
https://runnerstribe.com/latest-news/cameron-myers-clocks-349-81-indoor-mile-in-washington/ 
 
Millrose Games announces stacked Men’s Two Mile field, featuring Ky Robinson, Josh Kerr, Grant Fisher and Cole Hocker.Citius Mag Report
 
Hayley Kitching 2:38.45 Indoor 1000m collegiate and National Record, representing Penn State at their home meet at the Nittany Lion Challenge.Results
 
Tamirat Tola wins the Doha Marathon in 2:05:37, while fellow Ethiopian countrywoman Tigist Gezahagn won in 2:21:14Results
 
Sam Ruthe beats his own junior record running 800m in 1:45.86 in his first win over Sam Tanner.RNZ Article
 
There’s whispers aplenty about movements out of training groups and into marathon races, while the World Cross Country Championships might have a permanent home.Moose goes on The Loose losing his local legends while he’s away while Brady gets loose on e-bikes causing a menace.
 
Maudie Skyring from OAC calls in to recap her experience at the World Cross Country Championship in Tallahassee at her alma mater Florida State University, her preparations leading up to it, training structure. Maudie talks about qualifying for last year’s world championships against a quality Australian field, what her college experience was like, how she got into running and what’s the magic behind Wollongong.
 
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Preview: Road to Somewhere with Leanne Pompeani, Ellie Pashley & Nick Earl

Join Leanne Pompeani, Ellie Pashley and Nick Earl on this new fortnightly show throughout 2026 as they talk through their own running and news they find interesting. 
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428: 2026 World Cross Country Championships | Valencia 10k | Reece Edwards

428: 2026 World Cross Country Championships | Valencia 10k | Reece EdwardsThis weeks episode is sponsored by Nordictrack, Their range includes premium treadmills, cross trainers and exercise bikes. Begin your journey today with 5% off using IRP2025 at nordictrackfitness.com.au.
Brad does heat training in the garage as looks poised to chase Masters records.Reece Edwards catches us up on his adventures and helps out his training partners.Brady catches up with friends as he progresses into some premium running choices.
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Australia won the 4x2km Mixed Relay with Jack Anstey, Linden Hall, Oli Hoare and Jess Hull, clear ahead of France and Kenya.World Athletics ReportJacob Kiplimo retains his crown, successfully defending his title as World Cross Country Champion. Berihu Aregawi of Ethiopia came second while Daniel Ebenyo of Kenya won the bronze medal. Ethiopia were the winning team ahead of Kenya and Uganda with Australia placing 8th.
Australian Men 10k Results 
Ky Robinson 24th
Ed Marks 25th
Morgan McDonald 31st
Isaac Heyne 39th
Seth O”Donnell 45th
Haftu Strintzos 54th
World Athletics Report
Agnes Ngetich of Kenya won the gold medal in a dominant display over Joy Cheptoyek of Uganda and Senayet Getachew of Ethiopia. Ethiopia were again the winning team ahead of Kenya and Uganda taking the same medals as the men with Australia placing 5th.Australian Women 10k Results
Lauren Ryan 13th
Leanne Pompeani 15th
Maudie Skyring 36th
Bronte Oates 39th 
Holly Campbell 44th
Caitlin Adams 54th
World Athletics Report
 
2021 New York City Marathon winner Albert Korir suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit after testing positive to CERA.Athletics Weekly Report
 
Andreas Almgren won the Valencia 10k in a new European Record of 26:44 with Brenda Jepchirchir winning in 29:25 with Eilish McColgan also setting a new European Record.  Sam Clifford ran in 28:27.Valencia 10k Results
 
Habtom Samuel, the NCAA Cross Country Champion from Eritrea won the Houston Half Marathon in 59:01, while Fentaye Belayneh of Ethiopia won in 1:04:49.Zouhair Talbi won the Houston Marathon in 2:05:45, while Calli Thackery-Hauger backed up from Honolulu a month ago to win in 2:24:17.Official Results
 
The Whispers ask to keep a keen eye out for some changes coming to the Melbourne Marathon Festival, then Crokes goes Loose the ever widening gulf between athletics and the recreational runner.
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427: World Cross Country Championship Preview | New Years Racing in Spain | The Running Company Canberra

427: World Cross Country Championship Preview | New Years Racing in Spain | The Running Company Canberra
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Brad continues his run of good form in training.Julian awaits an update to his injuries.Brady adjusts to a visitor’s training hours during tourist season.
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Beatrice Chebet to forgo World Cross Country Championships and 2026 season to begin a family.Olympics.com Article
 
Jacob Kiplimo set to defend World Cross Championship title at Tallahassee, Florida.World Athletics Article
 
Geoffrey Kamworor and Marta Garcia ring in the new year by winning the San Silvestre 10k in Madrid, Spain.World Athletics Results
 
Jose Pinto and Likina Amebaw took out the B100 Cursas del Nassos 5k in Barcelona, Spain.World Athletics Results
 
Nathan Stoate and Natalie Dryden take out the Surf Coast Classic 10000m.Aths Vic ResultsHub
 
Julian makes the announcement on The Running Company Canberra opening soon, with career opportunities explained on the show.
 
Whispers speak of athletes between brands and training groups, while a rave linked to an Olympian makes frontpage news.
Moose goes Loose on a former professional track athlete lamenting on what could have been if he had modern footwear.
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426: 2025 Year Review | Tony Roca Díaz

426: 2025 Year Review | Tony Roca Díaz
Brad gets back to doing a workout outside on holiday then looks back at his year.Julian goes through the reality of newborn twins, as he looks back on his year of running.Brady chats having monuments named after you as he reflects on the highs and lows of his year.
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Inside Running Podcast goes through the 2025 Year in Review through its categories: 
Most Improved Athlete
Shoe of the Year
Most Consistent Performer
Race of the Year
Performance of the Year
Athlete of the Year
Looking Forward to in 2026
Most Popular
Ones to Watch
Jack Anstey replaces Cam Myers on World XC Relay team, citing unforeseen medical issueshttps://www.instagram.com/p/DSyY9dnEmaz/?hl=en
 
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Whispers chat Andreas Almgren with a possible partnership with an Australian running icon, then Moose goes Loose on social media posts with clickbait titles.
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Tony Roca Díaz, Athlete & Press Manager for Saysky chats with the boys about his recent 2:23 marathon at Valencia, running alongside with Izzi Batt-Doyle then goes into his role in Saysky and being more accessible in Australia, then talks about the process of testing and developing products as well as collaborating with other brands.
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Shoe Geeks - December 2025

The last Shoe Geeks ep of the year is here for you. It's got all their highlights for the year, talking running shoe awards with definitions included.
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425: Kristian Ulriksen | Albie Thomas Mile | Vic Milers Club

425: Kristian Ulriksen | Albie Thomas Mile | Vic Milers Club
 
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Kristian Ulriksen returns to fill in, coming off Valencia and through the Norwegian winter.Julian links up with Reece Edwards and CEO of Better Beer, Nick Cogger.Brady continues to make progress on his return to run program.
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Alexander Stitt 4:02.59 won the Australian Mile Championship at the Albie Thomas Mile Meet in Bankstown. Jaylah Hancock-Cameron won the national title in 4:37.37Cam Myers in his last race as a junior won the 5000m in 13:32.12.Results
NZ 5000 Sam Tanner 13.36.40 ahead of Sam Ruthe who ran a national U19 and U20 record of 13:40.48, while Scarlett Robb backed her win at the U20 Ondieki 3000m with a 16:25.11 personal best and victory.Official Results
Abbey Caldwell opened Vic Milers Club with a 2:08.40 in the 800m A race ahead of Victoria Cholsh and Elly Flemming. Will Katic won the 800m A race in 1:50.03 ahead of Thomas Kemp and Riley Bryce.Abbey Caldwell then went on to pull off the double in winning the 1500m A race in 4:14.20 ahead of Madison King and Ally Brooks. Alexander Cameron-Smith used his finishing kick to win in 3:41.71 ahead of Luke Shaw and Evander Scott.Aths Vic Results Hub
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Whispers goes through the financials of Grand Slam Track’s bankruptcy proceedings, thenMoose on The Loose technology violating the sanctity of the long run.
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424: Zatopek:10 2025 | Australian World XC Team announced | European XC Championships

424: Zatopek:10 2025 | Australian World XC Team announced | European XC Championships 
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Brad starts off looking good then has to hold it back.Julian adjusts to life with the twins.Brady begins to pick up the pace and a thing or two about trail running.
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Lauren Ryan went back to back, winning Zatopek:10 in 32:06.66, kicking home ahead of Georgie Grgec and Leanne Pompeani who had led much of the race.Seth O’Donnell dominated the field to win Zatopek:10 in 27:59.65, with only Stewy McSweyn going with Seth for much of it. Ed Marks placed second ahead of the defending Jack Rayner.Scarlett Robb kicked down to take the win in the Ondieki U20 3000m from Imogen Baker right at the line, with Eliza Lawton in third. Alexander Cameron-Smith won the de Castella U20 3000m in 8:04.77 ahead of Lucas Chis and Kieran Shepherd.
Abbey Caldwell was dominant in the Open 3000m, winning in 9:14.47 ahead of Zoe Melhuish and Jaylah Hancock-Cameron.Aths Vic Results Hub
Australian team announced for the World Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee, Florida on the 10th January.Womens
Leanne Pompeani
Holly Campbell
Caitlin Adams
Bronte Oates
Lauren Ryan
Maudie Skyring
Mens
Seth O’Donnell
Morgan McDonald
Haftu Strintzos
Ky Robinson
Isaac Heyne
Ed Marks
Mixed 4x2km Relay
Oli Hoare
Cameron Myers
Jess Hull
Linden Hall
Australian Athletics Press Release
 
Sinclaire Johnson takes out the Kalakaua Merri Elite Mile in Hawaii in 4:21, while Josh Hoey continues his hot form to win in 3:55.Results
Nadia Battocletti of Italy won the European Cross Country Championship held over a 7.5km course in Lagoa, Portugal ahead of Megan Keith and Yasmine Can. Belgium were the winning team ahead of the UK and France.Thierry Ndikumwenayo of Spain held off Jimmy Gressier to take the title in a sprint finish with Dominic Lobalu in third. Spain were the winning team ahead of Ireland and France.Official Results
Grand Slam Track files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, unable to pay millions of dollars owed to competing athletes, such as Jess Hull.Nine Wide World of Sports Article
 
Hillary Kipchirchir Chepkwony of the NN Running Team in Kenya has been sanctioned by the Athletics Integrity Unit for biological passport violations.Athletics Illustrated
 
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Whispers allude to a high profile withdrawal from Zatopek, while Brady gives a training tip for the Christmas break.
 
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