Show overview
Press Play & Run launched in 2023 and has put out 38 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode in the time since. That works out to roughly 45 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a monthly cadence, with the show now in its 4th season.
Episodes typically run an hour to ninety minutes — most land between 1h 2m and 1h 22m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. It is catalogued as a EN-language Sports show.
The catalogue appears to be on hiatus or wound down — the most recent episode landed 1.6 years ago, with no new episodes in over a year. The busiest year was 2023, with 28 episodes published. Published by Ryan Miller.
From the publisher
A running podcast for everyday runners - even the ones that are not really sure they are runners, but who press play and run just in case.Press Play & Run host Ryan Miller is an everyday runner from Glasgow. Having run out of people to bore with run chat in his personal life, he decided to inflict his nonsense on other runners instead. Ryan is joined by co-host Alison Jardine, bringing the number of marathon majors between them to six. Ok, so all six belong to Alison, but who's counting? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest Episodes
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Chicago Marathon Recap Special
Join Ryan and Alison as Ryan reflects on an amazing experience at the 2024 Chicago Marathon, collecting his 2nd world major star. Find out what lies ahead for both hosts with some big announcements for 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S4 Ep 1The one where we press pause and run
Ryan and Alison return to bring the curtain down on the final ever episode of the Press Play & Run Podcast. They discuss the reasons for the show coming to an end and what is next in their running, with Ryan preparing to take on the Chicago Marathon and Alison stepping back into the world of having a coach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 Ep 11The London Marathon recap special, with Ryan & Alison
With the London Marathon complete, Ryan and Alison reflect on the good, the bad and the ugly from the world's most iconic marathon. Join them for the last episode before a well-earned break over the summer period. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 Ep 10The one about the comeback being bigger than the setback and running at the front of the pack, with Yvonne McNairn
Join Ryan and Alison for the season 3 finale of Press Play & Run with guest Yvonne McNairn. Yvonne is no stranger to podiums and mixing it with the best club runners in Scotland, but her path to the front of the pack has been anything straightforward, with life-threatening illness to overcome along the way. Hear her remarkable story and the steps she took to get back amongst the sharp end of competition.Episode linksYvonne's instagramRyan's instagramAlison's instagramThe Press Play & Run Playlist on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 Ep 9The one about picking your marathon pace, getting ready for race day and keeping maranoia at bay
Ryan and Alison return from a short unplanned hiatus to discuss their London Marathon training blocks, the races they have taken on in preparation and how they feel with race day fast approaching.Podcast LinksPress Play & Run Podcast InstagramPress Play & Run Club on FacebookPress Play & Run Club on Strava Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 Ep 8The one about transformation, heeding the call and the stars aligning, with Sophie Laidlaw
What happens when someone reaches a point in their life when the desire for change demands action? Sophie Laidlaw joins Ryan and Alison to discuss the transformative power of running and yoga in helping her reframe her life following the death of her partner of 20 years by suicide. Sophie's story is one of resilience, heeding the call and doing difficult things to change the way you feel about yourself.Episode LinksSophie's running instaSophie's Yoga InstaPress Play & Run Playlist on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 Ep 7The one about being stubborn, finding your why and stepping out of the shadows, with Ben Fullarton
Ben Fullarton, founder of Mount Vernon Runners, joins Ryan and Alison to discuss his running story, the highs of the London Marathon and the reason he does it all.Episode LinksMount Vernon Runners on InstagramPress Play & Run Playlist on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 Ep 6The one about starting a marathon block, taking stock and getting ready for race season
Press Play & Run, the top 10 UK running podcast, returns for another episode with hosts Ryan and Alison reflecting on the first month of their London Marathon training block, the growth of the Press Play & Run long run club and the beginning of race season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 Ep 5The one about growth, glory and running head on into battle with the Big 'C', with Beth Shearer
EThe Press Play & Run Podcast is turning pink for the next two weeks in honour of this week’s guest, the incredible Beth Shearer!At just 28, Beth has progressed from humble running beginnings to the peak of qualifying for and completing the Boston Marathon and clocking a championship qualifying time for London 2024.This remarkable success was followed by the biggest challenge of Beth’s life when she was recently diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer.Join us as Beth shares the story of her running, diagnosis and how running is playing a part in her treatment, alongside the most inappropriate joke anyone has ever made on the podcast!Episode LinksBeth's Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 Ep 4The one about finding your mojo and finding your tribe, with Jim Boyle
Chances are if you have spent time at Scottish Parkruns or club races, there is a chance you've already spoken to Jim Boyle. If you haven't had the pleasure, join Ryan and Alison as they have a conversation with one of the good guys of the Scottish running scene and a glue guy in the community. We talk marathons, ultras, parkruns, dogs and Chesney Hawkes. No, really. Episode LinksJim Boyle's InstagramCrumble's Parkrun ReviewsRyan's InstagramRyan (@scottish_runner) • Instagram photos and videosPress Play and Run ClubStrava GroupFacebook Group Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 Ep 3The one about Hyrox, world records and what it takes to build a champion, with Sam Bilbie
Ever wanted to know how to take on your first Hyrox? Or what to do in the gym to complement your running? Sam Bilbie has become a household name in the Hyrox world this year, breaking the age group world record on her debut in Manchester and picking up a bagful of titles and records. She shares her story with Ryan and offers incredible insight for anyone taking part in their first Hyrox or even just those looking to be more effective in their strength and conditioning to improve their running.Don't forget to drop Sam a follow on Instagram at the link below, and to share, rate and review the pod wherever you listen.Episode LinksSam Bilbie's instagramRyan's InstagramAlison's InstagramHyrox UKPress Play & Run Playlist on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 Ep 2The one about blazing a trail, being vulnerable and controlling what you can, with Meryl Cooper
Meryl Cooper has risen from the ranks of the everyday runner to Team GB off-road athlete at breakneck speed. She shares her remarkable story with Ryan and Alison and opens up on the work, the doubts and the fastidious planning that go in to competing at the top level.Episode LinksMeryl's InstagramMeryl's coaching pagePress Play & Run Playlist on Spotify - Meryl's song: Jumping Jumping by Destiny's Child Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 Ep 1The one about major journeys and serving your community, with Dougie Holmes and David Murray
Ever wondered how to go about entering and completing all six Abbott World Major Marathons?We kick off season 3 with two guests that are more than halfway through that journey, and they are happy to drop some tips and advice along the way. As well as this, Dougie Holmes and David Murray have built their friendship by creating and serving their local running community. Theirs is a tale of comradeship, can-do spirit and a strong 'why' that drives the work they do.Join Ryan and Alison as they delve into the stories of two grassroot running heroes.Episode LinksDougie's InstagramDavid's InstagramRun Lanarkshire's InstagramPress Play & Run Club Facebook GroupPress Play & Run Club Strava GroupPress Play & Run Playlist on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 10Retreat Retreat Retreat, with Jaclyn Molloy
It's the season 2 finale and we have a packed episode, including the highlights of our first live interview with Jac Molloy from the Press Play & Run charity retreat last weekend. Ryan also shares some big news on the future of the podcast and all the chat from a busy week on running, podcast and lululemon ambassador duty.Thank you to Veloforte for sponsoring the episode and offering listeners 25% off at veloforte.com with the code PRESSPLAY25Episode LinksJac's InstagramMotherwell Athletics Club InstagramRyan's InstagramPress Play and Run Playlist on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 9Parking your ego, adapting to real life & coaching to success, with Jordan Foster
Jordan Foster, head coach with Coopah Running and no stranger to a podium, shares her running story with Ryan. Jordan reflects on a path that saw her rack up a host of phenomenal achievements before completely reshaping her running and expectations after becoming a mother. Join us as she shares some of the lessons learned along the way that have inspired thousands of runners through her social media platforms.Episode LinksJordan's InstagramPress Play and Run Spotify Playlist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 8Competing with yourself, steering the ship and sticking together, with Joanne Thorburn
Ryan is joined by Joanne Thorburn, president of Newton Road Runners. Joanne reflects on what it takes to steer a club through ups and downs, her own running journey and the upcoming club 10km race in memory of Cat Gaskell.Episode LinksJoanne's instagramNewton Road Runners Club RaceRyan's charity raffle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 7Learning to say yes and getting comfortable being uncomfortable, with Dan Kristof
Dan Kristof takes a break from his Great North Run 2023 preparations to catch up with Ryan and share his running journey with Press Play & Run. Find out how running, and sharing his story with the running community, has changed Dan’s life and how he’s enlisted the help of running royalty as he prepares to take on the biggest half marathon in the world this weekend.Episode LinksDan's Instagram Ryan's InstagramNewton Road Runners 10km race entryPress Play and Run Spotify Playlist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 6Finding your calling and becoming a M'F'N monster, with Rachel MacPherson
EIn this Loch Ness 24 bonus pod, Ryan is joined by Rachel Macpherson to recap a memorable running weekend that saw her push beyond her previous limits and truly enter the world of ultra endurance running. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 5Why all running is running and you're probably faster than you think, with Bethan Taylor Swaine
Bethan Taylor Swaine joins Ryan with great news for everyday runners - you’re probably doing better than you think!As she approaches the home straight of her PhD thesis in representations and identities of women in ultra running, Bethan has developed a reputation for championing diversity and inclusion in running in local and national run settings and media. She shares some of the findings of her research and her own running story, including her recent first outing at the London Marathon and being part of Run Dem Crew.Episode LinksBethan's InstagramRyan's InstagramPress Play and Run Spotify Playlist Song - Dancing is Healing, by Rudimental Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 4Run the Tube, Scrambled Legs Club and Taking Over TikTok, with Jonny Davies
Jonny Davies, the Biggest Runner on TikTok, joins Ryan to discuss his insane Run the Tube challenge covering all 572kms and every station of the London underground lines. Ryan also reveals the running bucket list moment that he is going to get the chance to tick off in 2024. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.