There is definitely something special about enjoying the peacefulness of the outside world and not being distracted by the modern day. However, at times it is also nice to enjoy listening and learning from informative and inspirational podcasts.
Here are a selection of my favourite podcasts that I enjoy listening to whilst running or driving.
"The" running podcast. If you are into running then this is the podcast for you. As the name suggest it does focus on the 26.2 mile marathon distance, but it also covers a whole range of other running and running related news.
It is presented by Martin Yelling and Tom Williams, who are not only very knowledgeable on all-things running, but are also very funny and eaasy to listen to.
A really professional and inspiring podcast all about Mountains. Presented by Christopher Sleight.
Jackie Greaves survives for two nights during a big winter storm. She’s finally found by a search and rescue dog, bundled into a helicopter and flown to hospital. Jackie’s safe, but then another ordeal begins. Music Ascent by Jon Luc Hefferman, Namaste by Jason Shaw, Impact Prelude by Kevin MacLeod, Hung Balance by Ketsa, Cylinder Five …
If you are going for a long run or have a lot of time, Talk Ultra is a great podcast to get in depth news and information about the crazy world of ultra running.