It’s the return of ChatGBT – and you lot didn’t hold back. In this episode, Gary House, Ben Mounsey, and behind-the-scenes Chris tackle listener-submitted questions about running, gear, van life and (gulp) one of the most controversial debates in sport today.
Expect brutally honest answers, thoughtful tangents, and more laughs than any coaching session should legally allow. From shoe drops and descending fears to gender categories and pub-run logistics, nothing is off limits.
🎙️ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
⏱️ Chapters:
0:00 – Intro, fish finger sandwich trauma & Gary’s digestive gamble
4:05 – How to build confidence when descending trails
9:20 – Are barefoot shoes a good idea or a marketing gimmick?
13:40 – Transitioning to minimalist footwear safely
17:10 – La Sportiva Prodigio and what’s coming in trail shoes
21:45 – Chris asks about Ben’s campervan pub-run in Wanlockhead
26:30 – Wild running spots, Dales pubs, and van life chaos
31:15 – Gendered shoe design: Men’s vs Women’s lasts
35:00 – Should we have an open category in competitive sport?
42:40 – Outro and closing thoughts
Why You Should Listen:
If you’re into shoes, trails, banter, van-based adventure or unfiltered honesty, this is the episode you didn’t know you needed. It's one part running advice, one part pub chat, and one part full-send honesty about the culture of our sport.
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