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THE AMERICAN DREAM | The Full Story | Charlie Crick & The Crick Process

This is a very special episode as it takes us through the fascinating story of Charlie Crick, an 800m athlete from Kent who has been on quite the journey. At a young age, Charlie was incredibly talented on and off the track, gaining a 100% scholarship to a top UK Secondary/High school as well as topping the UK rankings for 1500m.  Through his teenage years, he faced challenges with injury and the increasing demands of his academics but started to make real strides in the running world when...

Phily Bowden - How To Run A Fast Marathon & Generate Youtube Revenue

This week's episode is with 2h29 Elite Marathon runner Phily Bowden.  Phily is a great example of an athlete who has worked her way through the age groups and competed in every event from the hurdles to the 800m before moving to the longer distances of 5k, 10k and Marathon.  Her journey is not only inspiring but incredibly relatable. Phily share the lessons she has learnt along the way and how you can ensure you run the best marathon you can! Phily speaks about the importance of rest in h...

The Distance Project - Secrets to Building Your Personal Brand (Callum Elson)

🚨 THE POD IS BACK The first episode in 18 months and it was a cracker!! In this episode, @the.distanceproject discusses the need to have evidence of success in order to progress! However, Callum also dives into what you can do if you’re not yet in the Top 10 nationally! If you're interested in learning more about how to make money in athletics, you need to listen to this episode! Just over a year ago, Callum received his first GB vest at the European Cross Country Championships. Since the...

Sam On Radio

Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term venture for me and I am just getting started. I appreciate any followers of the pod and I welcome you on this journey.

JOINING NIKE WITH LLOYD KEMPSON - What it means to be a Nike Run Coach

Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term venture for me and I am just getting started. I appreciate any followers of the pod and I welcome you on this journey.

JAKE SMITH - Strava King, British Distance Sensation & Master Pacer

This episode of the podcast is with none other than Jake Smith.  Jake is one of the most talented distance runners in the UK right now and holds the British record for the under 23 Half Marathon.  Jake grew up in Hong Kong which is known for its immense heat and dense population. Jake used to train on a treadmill and was limited to just one hour of training outside a day.  It was in Hong Kong that  his the ability to cope with mileage came from and this has developed in recent years under t...

WHAT ATHLETICS NEEDS IN 2022 ft Trackstaa - Beers, Betting & Fireworks

In this episode of the podcast, Sam is joined with Alfie Manthorpe, Founder of Trackstaa, a 14:15 5km runner and an England international.  Sam and Alfie address the question of “what does athletics need in 2022?”. This is a hot topic in athletics right now and the boys cover it in lots of detail. They use the ideas and suggestions sent in by the athletics community to build a compelling case to say that athletics has the potential to be an amazing sport this year.  Thank you to everyone w...

Road To Euros XC - GB Athletes Share Their Prep and Hopes For Dublin

Over 1/4 of the GB Team join Sam to talk about their preparation ahead of this weekend's Euro Cross Country championships. Guests include: Andy Butchart Jack Rowe Jake Smith  Luke Gunn Cari Hughes Izzy Fry  Rory Leonard Sam Charlton  Luke Duffy Ben West Matt Stonier Make sure to like and subscribe and send us your thoughts on the podcast. See you in Dublin Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent...

HUGO MILNER - GB International & Harvard Graduate

This episode of the podcast is with Hugo Milner.  Hugo is unbeaten in his races in the road and cross-country season and is going from strength to strength as he looks to win the overall Cross Challenge as well as book his place on the plane to Dublin at the end of November. Hugo has had a successful junior career and has now made the leap to senior competition.  In this podcast, he discusses the importance of resting up, patience, and hard work when it comes to the success of any young ath...

UPDATE - Coates Out and Athletes Left Penniless

Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term venture for me and I am just getting started. I appreciate any followers of the pod and I welcome you on this journey.

UPDATE - Coates Out and Athletes Left Penniless

SHORT STUFF EP. 2 - Audio Rooms, YouTube Channels and National Road Relays.

A short, sharp podcast to update the CrickCast Community on what's going on in the world of athletics. Sam shares his latest ideas and plans for changing athletics and making it more exciting. This episode contains: ⏺ Audio Rooms ⏺ New Youtube channel ⏺ National Road Relays Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-te...

SHORT STUFF - Sam Shares All!

Due to popular demand, this is some shorter form content for the podcast.  Going forward, I'll bring on guests and be open to the topics that people want to hear about

SHORT STUFF EP. 1 - Sam Shares All!

Due to popular demand, this is some shorter form content for the podcast.  Going forward, I'll bring on guests and be open to the topics that people want to hear about

SHORT STUFF EP. 1 - Sam Shares All!

Due to popular demand, this is some shorter form content for the podcast.  Going forward, I'll bring on guests and be open to the topics that people want to hear about Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term venture for me and I am just getting started. I appreciate any followers of the pod and I welcome you on ...

OLYMPIC SPECIAL - DAY 4 RECAP AND DAY 5 PREVIEW

Olympic Special!   This episode is a recap of Day 4 of the Olympics and a Preview of Day 5 Enjoy the episode and make sure to complete the latest survey on the podcast 👉 https://cricks999.typeform.com/to/w1Pk7zqU Looking to support the podcast? Click here to donate to the supporter programme. 👉 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crickcastpod Follow Crick Cast on Instagram for interviews, race videos and podcast video clips 👉 https://www.instagram.com/crickcastpod/ Enjoyed this episode? Please...

OLYMPIC SPECIAL - WHAT'S GOING ON IN TOKYO WITH LEE THOMPSON

Olympic Special!  The first episode in a series of Olympic Specials where Sam speaks with Athletes, Supporters and Coaches in the run up to the Olympics!  This episode is with Lee Thompson. Since his team Bronze at the European Indoor Championships in February, Lee has been going from strength to strength and has been selected to run for the Mixed and Men's 4x400m relay. Lee talks about his journey to Tokyo, the kit he's received and even meeting Alistair Brownlee whilst campaigning to be...

Oliver Dustin - 20 Year Old Olympian, Ready To Take On The Best In The World

This episode of the podcast is with Oliver Dustin. Known for his exceptional kick and ability to win top-class races, Oliver talks about his progression in the last few months and his passion for the sport. Really hope you enjoy the episode and make sure to leave a review. Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term...

Team GB Olympic Trials Preview ft Sunday Plodcast's Matt Seddon and Countless Olympic Hopefuls

This episode of the pod is a preview of the British Olympic Trials that are taking place in Manchester on 25th, 26th and 27th June.  Sam reached out to dozens of British athletes who are looking to book their place on the GB team for the Olympics this weekend.  Matt, from the Sunday Plodcast, joined in on the action to share his expertise and reaction to what many of the athletes had to say. Follow @crickcastpod and @sundayplodcast now for the best podcast content in the country. Enjoyed...

Watford BMC Review and Weekend Action ft Mark Hookway

Check out this episode to get a full review of the weekend's events. Massive thanks to Mark Hookway for his time.  ⏺Watford BMC ⏺Nice - Oliver Dustin World Lead ⏺Run up to the British Championships Check out Mark Hookway's series of books here -> https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=mark+hookway&ref=nb_sb_noss_1 Want to donate to this podcast? -> https://linktr.ee/Crickcastpod Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box...

Adam Clarke - The Importance of Patience in Track & Field

Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term venture for me and I am just getting started. I appreciate any followers of the pod and I welcome you on this journey.

Henry McLuckie - The 18 Year Old Talent Aiming for The World Championships

Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term venture for me and I am just getting started. I appreciate any followers of the pod and I welcome you on this journey.

Build Up for UoB Track & Field Series Ft Jonny Currie and Top Athletes

Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term venture for me and I am just getting started. I appreciate any followers of the pod and I welcome you on this journey.

Phil Norman - British Steeplechase Champion On His Journey To The Olympics

This episode of the podcast is with Phil Norman.  Phil is a British Steeplechase athlete that, at the time of recording, had just won the Comeback 5000m at Battersea Park. This was a win that rewarded Phil with a 50% share of a £1500 prize pot.  I was so excited to talk to him as what I already knew about his story was inspiring. What took place in the next 50 minutes of talking to him was nothing short of inspirational.  For many athletes in the UK, they have to make sacrifices in their ...

Keely Hodgkinson - 19 year old European Champion.

This episode of the podcast is with Keely Hodgkinson.  Keely became the Senior European 800m Champion days after her 19th birthday and early this year ran a world-leading time of 1:59.03. I thoroughly enjoyed this podcast and it shows the personal side of another world-class athlete. 

Keely Hodgkinson - 19 year old European Champion.

This episode of the podcast is with Keely Hodgkinson.  Keely became the Senior European 800m Champion days after her 19th birthday and early this year ran a world-leading time of 1:59.03. I thoroughly enjoyed this podcast and it shows the personal side of another world-class athlete.  Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This i...

4x400m Relay Team - European Bronze Medalists!

This episode of the podcast is with 5 of the 6 athletes that were in the British 4x400m team at the European champ. Topics covered: Lead Up to The Championships Best Advice They Received from Team Mates Plans for 2021 and Beyond Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term venture for me and I am just getting started...

Road To Euros - Jessie Knight, School Teacher and British Champion, Ready To Perform in Europe

This episode of the podcast is with British 400m hurdle Champion, Jessie Knight. It was great to catch up with Jessie just hours away from competing at the European Indoor Championships. Jessie is competing in the 400m and the 4x400m relay. Having stepped away from the sport in 2017, she is back with more motivation and drive than ever to succeed.  We wish Jessie the best of luck in her individual event and for the relay at the weekend! Support this podcast - https://www.buymeacoffee.com...

Road To Euros - Issy Boffey, In PB Shape Going Into Her 1st Senior Championships

This episode of the series is with 800m athlete Issy Boffey. Issey has been in incredible form, setting a new Personal Best in New York a few weeks ago. I spoke to Issy just after she had finished her final training session before the championships began!  We wish Issy the best of luck in her heat of the 800m on Friday morning! Support this podcast - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crickcastpod Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of th...

Road To Euros - Phil Sesemann, Last Minute Call-Up Leads To His 1st GB Track Vest

This episode of the series is with endurance athlete, Phil Sesemann. Phil received a late call up for a place on the team due to a withdrawal in the 3000m from Marc Scott. It was great to catch up with Phil and it is so good to see him on the team as this is his first Track appearance for his country. The fact that he wanted to run in the Olympic Marathon Trials in Novemeber just goes to show the incredible range that Phil has in the locker.  We wished Phil the best of luck in the champio...

Road To Euros - Jamie Webb, European Indoor Silver in 2019 and Looking to Upgrade To Gold In Torun

This episode of the podcast is with Jamie Webb.  Jamie recently ran 1:44.54 for the 800m  in the World Tour Series a few weeks ago. This time was inside the previous British Record set by Lord Seb Coe in 1983.  Following a withdrawal from Elliot Giles, Jamie is now the faster man on paper going into this race.  We wish Jamie the best of luck in his attempt to upgrade his medal in this week's European Indoor Championships. Support this podcast - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crickcastpod ...

Road To Euros - Sophie McKinna, World Shot Put Finalist is On The Hunt For A Euro Medal

This episode of the Road To Euros Series is with Sophie McKinna.  As an event, the shot put is often an undervalued part of the Track & Field family. However, Sophie believes that the field events are the hardest skills to master!  After making the World Championship Final in the Shot Put in 2019, Sophie is hoping for a top 5 finish in Europe and hopefully looking to bring home a medal for Team GB. This episode is part of the Road To Euros Series. Support this podcast - https://www.buyme...

Road To Euros - Lee Thompson, 400m Man Accounting for 1/3 of the British Trio out in Torun

This episode of the Road To Euro series is with Lee Thompson. Lee talks about his prep going into these championships including the unorthodox training that he has been doing during lockdown! We wish Lee the best of luck in his bid for an individual final and medal in the relay! This episode is part of the Road To Euros Series. Support this podcast - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crickcastpod Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of th...

Road To Euros - Archie Davis, In the form of his life & Selected for the 1500m

This episode in the series is with Archie Davis! Archie is another athlete who has performed incredibly well in Junior championships and is now gunning for a spot in the final for the hotly contested 1500m. This is an episode of the podcast that is part of the Road to Euros series. Support the podcast here - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crickcastpod Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I real...

Road to Euros - Ellie Baker, Selected for 800m and Receives 1st Senior GB Cap

Ellie Baker is back on Crickcastpod! She has been extremely successful throughout the Junior age groups and now she is making her mark on the Senior stage!  We cannot wait to see Ellie compete at Euros and wish her the best of luck!  The episode of the podcast is part of the Road To Euros series. Support this podcast - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crickcastpod Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in K...

Road to Euros - James Williams, GB Debut in the 400m & 4x400m

James Williams is a 400m athlete with 100/200m experience!  He has been selected for the European Indoor Championships and will be competition in the individual 400m and the 4x400m relay. James works full time as a teacher and this is his first GB Vest! The episode of the podcast is part of the Road To Euros series

Road to Euros - James Williams, GB Debut in the 400m & 4x400m

James Williams is a 400m athlete with 100/200m experience!  He has been selected for the European Indoor Championships and will be competition in the individual 400m and the 4x400m relay. James works full time as a teacher and this is his first GB Vest! The episode of the podcast is part of the Road To Euros series Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the...

Update On the England Athletics Roadmap

I would really appreciate it if you could support the podcast on my new supporter page - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crickcastpod This podcast is Sam explaining each step of the roadmap that has been laid out by England Athletics.  I think there will be an exciting few months ahead for the sport with so many opportunities coming up! Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjo...

This Week In Track with Sam Crick & Lloyd Kempson

This is a podcast recounting the athletic performances of British Athletes over the weekend of 20/2/2021. Sam Crick and Lloyd Kempson sit down to discuss the weekends events and gather the results and recounts of athletes across the country and around the world. This is not one to be missed! This podcast features: Marc Scott Sophie McKinna Andy Butchart Ellie Baker Piers Copeland Holly Archer Jacob Fincham-Dukes Andrew Murphy Joe Brier Peter Scott Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @cri...

Holly Archer - British Champion & European Qualifier

Crickcastpod ft @hollyaarcher Really excited to welcome Holly on to this week’s podcast! She has recently achieve the European Qualification Standard for the 1500m and her target is to get to that final! Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a long-term venture for me and I am just getting started. I appreciate any follo...

Chris O'Hare - Dad, Husband & Athlete

The title of the podcast may confuse a few... During this podcast, Chris talks about how important it is to have many passions other than the sport. As many people know, a career in professional sport is limited and Chris speaks about this in the pod. Having been in love with the sport since I was 10 years old, it’s incredible to think that I would be talking with someone who I saw on TV and massively admired! Chris and I had a great conversation about his life in athletics; the struggles...

BUCS Edition

#BUCS Cross is undeniably the greatest cross country event of the year for Universities around the country! Unfortunately, the event has been postponed this year... so I’ve decided, along with @rosscojammin & @ryan_green98 to collate as many memories of the event as possible! We were inundated with stories and we had a great time recording this episode! If you're new to Crickcastpod, please subscribe to the podcast and when you have listened to a few and have enjoyed it, please leave a re...

Ellen Barber - Farm Girl to National Heptathlon Champion

This week’s guest on the podcast is @ellen_barber ! As a youngster, Ellen was incredibly active and competing in horse riding and hockey to a national level. She believes it was the fitness that she gained from doing different sports at a young age which has allowed her to be so successful in the heptathlon. Her success in the sport has allowed her to travel the world to train and compete! My favourite part of this podcast episode is hearing about Ellen's reaction to the British Championsh...

Lauren Williams - Welsh Record Holder in the 400m Hurdles

This week’s podcast is with Welsh Record Holder @laurenwills. I loved having Lauren on the pod, her passion and dedication for the sport is second to none! We spoke about her progression to becoming a successful 400m hurdler and her experiences going to events around the world. Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really hope you enjoy listening to the episodes I have put out. This is a lon...

Elliot Giles- The Unorthodox Athlete who went from having Brain Damage to Competing at the Olympic Games

This week, crickcastpod welcomes another incredible athlete with an inspiring story! @elliot_levi_giles is a British athlete who has had his fair share of challenges. In 2014, Elliot was involved in a motorbike crash that left him with brain damages and a completely ruptured knee. Fast forward 18 months, Elliot races at the Olympic Games in Rio! Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box room in Kent. I really h...

James Ellington - Sub 10 Sprinter on a Comeback to Olympic Glory

Crickcastpod welcomes @jimmyells !! I was very excited to have James on the podcast as he is a world-class performer who has been through an incredible amount both physically and mentally. As I come from an endurance background, I was fascinated to learn more about the mindset of an out and out sprinter 🏃‍♂️ Hope everyone enjoys this episode of the pod! Socials - Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/crickcastpod/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/cricks999 Facebook- https://www.facebook.co...

James Ellington - Sub-10 second 100m Athlete Who Suffered a Life-Changing Injury. Now on a Comeback to Olympic Glory

Crickcastpod welcomes @jimmyells !! I was very excited to have James on the podcast as he is a world-class performer who has been through an incredible amount both physically and mentally. As I come from an endurance background, I was fascinated to learn more about the mindset of an out and out sprinter 🏃‍♂️ Hope everyone enjoys this episode of the pod! Socials - Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/crickcastpod/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/cricks999 Facebook- https://www.facebook.co...

James Ellington - Sub-10 second 100m Athlete on a Comeback to Olympic Glory

Crickcastpod welcomes @jimmyells !! I was very excited to have James on the podcast as he is a world-class performer who has been through an incredible amount both physically and mentally. As I come from an endurance background, I was fascinated to learn more about the mindset of an out and out sprinter 🏃‍♂️ Hope everyone enjoys this episode of the pod! Socials - Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/crickcastpod/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/cricks999 Facebook- https://www.facebook.co...

Lewis Church- How to Improve Athletics & Life as an International Decathlete

This episode is with a very good friend of mine, Lewis Church. Lewis has had a very successful career in athletics so far and is looking to progress his success in the coming years with aims of going to the Commonwealth Games in 2022!  In this episode Lewis and I brainstorm ideas of how the sport could be improved and our favourite competing experiences over the 25 years of athletics experience that we have between us.  Really hope you enjoy the pod and please leave a rating or a review a...

Kyle Langford- World finalist at the Olympic Stadium

his week’s podcast is with @kylelangford96 ▶️ World Championship 4️⃣th ▶️ European Junior🥇 ▶️ World Youth🥉 It was fascinating to learn about Kyle’s life as a youngster and his journey to becoming a truly world class athlete 🏃 Really hope you enjoy this episode 🎤 Please keep commenting, rating and reviewing the podcast, it makes a massive difference Until Next time Enjoyed this episode? Please follow @crickcastpod on Instagram! I am currently doing most of the interviews from my box roo...