The Swift Half Podcast – Episode 259
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Alan powers through a toothache, shows off his DIY core board, and somehow ends up debating northern accents, oat‑milk lawsuits, and why he’s currently fuelled by cow’s milk instead of beer. Ian brings the chaos with fitness trends gone wrong (yes, someone runs a 6‑minute mile just to justify fast food), questionable race branding like “Hyathlon,” and the latest hybrid racing gossip. They dive into: • The dog‑friendly OCR • AI vending machines behaving badly • Spartan’s halftime challenge • DEKA’s big marketing opportunity • OCR series updates & adaptive...
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Tartan warrior and Fit body farm with Gavin Hogarth
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This week, Alan sits down with Gavin Hogarth to dive into the world of Tartan Warrior and the thriving OCR scene at Fit Body Farm. Gavin shares what’s coming up for this year’s event weekend — from the 3K Championships to the new 400m course and junior races — and the philosophy behind designing courses that challenge seasoned racers while staying fun and accessible for newcomers. They look back at the success of past obstacles and community favourites, explore the logistics of hosting the British Obstacle Sports 3K Championships, and talk about the unique challenges of planning races...
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The Swift Half - Episode 258
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Your Weekly dose of current news from the OCR, Fitness Racing and adventure running scene with Pub landlord Alan and Regular Ian This weeks its a bit different as Alan and Ian are joined by Adam from Aimwell Events and Megan from World Obstacle to discuss the questions around the OCRWC26 sent in by our listeners If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a — we truly...
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The Swift Half - Episode 257
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Ultras, OCR Chaos, and Big Industry Shake-Ups** Alan survives a gritty 50K ultra, while Ian opts for rugby and lemonade. The lads chat booze myths, zero-alcohol Peroni, and the genius idea of recording a podcast to release in 25 years. Fresh from HYROX Manchester, they break down “Friday Night Lights,” a world record relay attempt ruined by a timing chip, and the joys and headaches of volunteering. Mud Monsters volunteer perks get a shout — along with a plea for clearer merch options. The big topic: the open letter from 307 athletes across 23 nations calling out OCRWC Ireland for...
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Spartan season guide 2026
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Alan is Joined by Spartan Fans, Nikkifirefly and graham Wells to discuss the upcoming spartan season. Covering all five Spartan events, focusing on venue details, race specifics, and travel recommendations Exploring various Spartan race events and accommodations, including discussions about the new "hex" medal concept and how many you could earn in one weekend Checkout spartan at Follow Nikki at Follow Graham at If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com....
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The Swift Half - Episode 256
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Alan and Ian fire through a packed episode covering rising OCR costs, season passes, and whether monthly subscriptions could make racing affordable again. They bounce from Beer to Manchester’s new Thunderdome, with a detour into credit scores and Born Survivor’s “pay monthly” entry model. Park Run culture gets a lively debate — from global competitiveness to bizarre incidents — before the focus shifts to kids’ OCR, junior race ideas, and the upcoming HYROX Youngstars event. The pair dig into community, nostalgia, and bargain‑hunting (including Alan’s throwback Cliff Bar...
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MacTuff Memories - The last Stand
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Alan, Lynsay McEwen, and Sancha Martin dive into the chaos, cold, and community spirit of Scotland’s winter OCR scene. From missing McTurf FOMO to icy lollipop obstacles, mud traps, and the legendary pipe‑band race starts, nothing is off‑limits. They debate the worst obstacles ever invented, and unpack why McTuff keeps pulling massive crowds despite its brutal conditions. Alan also shares big news on upcoming MacTuff events — including a Knockhill return and kids’ courses, and a Yorkshire expansion — before the trio close with a heartfelt tribute to Alexander Thompson. A...
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The Swift Half - Episode 255
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This week, Alan and Ian dive into a packed episode covering everything from icy OCR battles to questionable beverage choices and the future of obstacle sports governance. They swap stories about recent drink experiences — from Alan’s unfortunate BrewDog encounter to Ian’s bubble‑gum pop indulgence — and debate the folklore of “Coca‑Cola water” as a supposed health tonic. The conversation turns to OCR with reflections on McTuff The Last Stand, including the community’s tribute to Alexander Thompson and the cancellation of the competitive wave. Alan previews an upcoming...
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🔥 Who’s Hot – Episode 96: The 2025 Season Review 🔥
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In this special season‑wrap episode, host Wil Chung sits down with elite athletes Becky Neal and Chris Shipley for a deep dive into everything that defined the 2025 OCR season. From standout races to breakthrough performances, the trio break down the highs, the surprises, and the athletes who made their mark this year. There are also special guest appearances in this episode too - We will surprise you with those!! Expect honest reflections, sharp analysis, and plenty of laughs as the team share stories from 2025 Whether you’re reliving the season or catching up on what you missed, this...
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🎙️ The Swift Half – Episode 254: Beers, Banter & Green men
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In this week’s episode, Ian and Alan have a small reflection on their journey to episode 260 and the loyal listeners who’ve stuck with them through every pint and podium. With shoutouts to fans in the UK and Brazil (and a cheeky nudge to Ireland), they invite listeners to share their favourite inside jokes ahead of the milestone celebration. 🍻 From Bud Light to root beer, the duo dive into beer nostalgia, bottle cap frustrations, and festive food hoarding—Paula’s freezer space warnings included. 🎆 New Year’s Eve tales roll in, with Alan showing his age and Ian enjoying cottage...
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Alan survives a gritty 50K ultra, while Ian opts for rugby and lemonade. The lads chat booze myths, zero-alcohol Peroni, and the genius idea of recording a podcast to release in 25 years.
Fresh from HYROX Manchester, they break down “Friday Night Lights,” a world record relay attempt ruined by a timing chip, and the joys and headaches of volunteering.
Mud Monsters volunteer perks get a shout — along with a plea for clearer merch options.
The big topic: the open letter from 307 athletes across 23 nations calling out OCRWC Ireland for sky‑high accommodation costs and murky pricing. Does the OCRWC response really cut it , Alan and Ian push for real answers while inviting listener questions.
They also cover new Spartan and Tough Mudder ambassadors, Courtney DeWalter carrying the Olympic torch, and the buzz around Tartan Warrior’s new obstacles.
Plus: British Champs training days, Deadly Dozen’s South Africa success, and HYROX’ new qualification rules — including the controversial “same-country doubles” requirement.
The episode wraps with a look ahead to the Running Show and its stacked speaker lineup.
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