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Monday Mile with Aimee Fuller

Monday Mile - By Aimee Fuller

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Former Team GB double winter Olympian, and no broadcaster and author Aimee Fuller is on a mission to find the secrets for Monday motivation from some of the most successful sports men and women of our time and other well-known celebrities which will drop every week. Aimee will be probing for answers from the full spectrum of routines; the early birds who have finely tuned Monday mornings, to the late risers who struggle to get up before 11am. How do elite athletes find the motivation to kick ...
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Whatever happens tonight in Ireland vs Wales, history will be made. And whatever happens, Rach will be watching it through her fingers! Chloe, on the other hand, jubilantly hails the renaissance of Mary Earps on today’s episode after England kept out Emma Hayes’ energetic, young US side. What did Saggy Weegs learn from an eventful 0-0? Plus, Brazil…
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The wait is nearly over: the Lionesses take on Emma Hayes' USA in just TWO days! We ponder on the problems Sarina Wiegman could use this friendly to address and Rach explains why there will be plenty of catastrophising if England lose. Elsewhere, we discuss Emma Hayes’ USWNT reign so far - and her pint-pulling skills, of course - and Chloe explains…
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In amidst the Conti Cup, there was a top four battle in the WSL! Well, top five. Sorry Chloe. We give our reaction to Chelsea’s 1-0 victory over Man United and Rach explains why it’s time Marc Skinner gets real with the fans. Elsewhere, Marta gets over the pressure of playing in front of her mum to win the NWSL and the Euro 2025 play-off finals are…
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Just over a year into her role as Northern Ireland head coach, Tanya Oxtoby joins us in the studio to reflect on her journey so far as she prepares for a crucial Euro 2025 play-off against Norway next week. Tanya explains how she landed this dream job in international management and reveals why her first six months in charge were really tough. Plus…
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The French Revolution continues under Sonia Bompastor at Chelsea! Chloe and Rachel react to a statement victory over Manchester City thanks to a statement performance from Mayra Ramirez and co. Elsewhere, Everton finally break their duck in the Merseyside Derby – but Matt Beard cries conspiracy. And WSL royalty announce some exciting news… Follow u…
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For the final episode in this series of the @Monday_mile_series, I’m linking up with a lady who is hardcore, from expedition to exploration, she has taken adventure to a whole new level… it’s @lucysheps From the mountains, to the arctic, to the jungle, Lucy has quite literally done it all. We chat about her incredible adventures, why she does what …
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Danish international Sofie Junge Pedersen is at the forefront of a powerful movement urging Fifa to end its sponsorship deal with Saudi oil giant Aramco over human rights violations and environmental concerns. Rachel sat down with Sofie to find out why her open letter - signed by over 100 players - is a crucial step forward in driving change, the p…
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The season’s big showdown is almost here: Chelsea vs Manchester City. On today’s pod, Chloe and Rachel look at the numbers behind Chelsea’s sensational start – and whether Man City can stop them. Elsewhere, Arsenal surprise us pleasantly and – sadly – unpleasantly this week, while it was a difficult reality check for Brighton on Friday night. Plus,…
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This week on the @Monday_mile_series, I’m joined by Made in Chelsea star @milesjnazaire! In this week’s episode we chat all about his new E4 documentary ‘Obsessed with Muscles: Untold’ where he opens up about his muscle dysmorphia difficulties with body image. We discuss plastic surgery and how he feels about his reconstructive surgery a few years …
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After a tough start to their first WSL campaign, Crystal Palace captain Aimee Everett is here to give us the lowdown on how they’ve steadied the ship, what’s surprised her most about the league and what it means - as a 23-year-old woman - to be a leader at this level. Plus, Aimee reveals which team she watches in her spare time - even if she is for…
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Over a quarter of the way through the season and Aston Villa, West Ham and Everton are still winless. Who’s going to drag themselves out of the mire first?! Clo and Rach discuss that and put the WSL’s new TV rights deal under the microscope. What does it mean for the game and for the fans? Tune in to find out! Join the Official Upfront fantasy WSL …
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This week on the @Monday_mile_series I’m back on home turf, County Down Northern Ireland with the incredible @rhysmcc1! Fresh back from Paris 2024 where Rhys clinched the gold medal, life has been a rollercoaster for him ever since, from public speaking events to attending multiple awards shows in one evening… he’s a busy man! We chat about how he’…
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To mark the final day of Black History Month, Chloe sat down with a true trailblazer in English football: the first black woman to play for the Lionesses, Kerry Davis. From being picked to play for England ‘out of the blue’ to holding the top goalscorer record and getting to that famous Euro 1984 final, Kerry revisits some of the standout moments t…
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Alright everyone, stay calm - the Lionesses have lost a game. Nothing to panic about.Chloe and Rachel pick through a chaotic Friday night at Wembley that finished Germany 4-3 England and ask what changes Sarina Wiegman should make ahead of their friendly against South Africa tonight. Elsewhere, Ireland turned on the style in Georgia but Wales strug…
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This week on the @Monday_Mile_series I’m joined by a woman known for many things - her incredible journalism, her raw and vulnerable memoir and for running the London Marathon in her pants! Its @bryonygordon! This week we dive into her addiction; she opens up about realising she needed to get help and what that journey has been like for her. She sh…
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The level of youth women's football is better than it's ever been. Rach is in the Dominican Republic for the U17 World Cup and sat down with England's head coach Natalie Henderson to find out more. Natalie reveals some of the biggest challenges preparing for this tournament, shares the toughest part about her job and explains why youth football's e…
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Karate Kaneryd struck on Sunday night with a stunning volley as Chelsea sunk Spurs 5-2. But it wasn’t a game without controversy! Chloe and Rachel discuss the return of the goal line technology debate after no one – linesman included, fans included, Rachel in sunny Dominican Republic included – managed to get a good angle of Hannah Hampton’s fumble…
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This week on the @Monday_mile_series I’m joined by a man best known for his creative flair and artistry on the dance floor. A positive light and a very good friend of mine… it’s gkx_carlos This week we take a stroll and discuss his move to the UK after getting his dream job working on Strictly Come Dancing. We take a deep dive into growing up in Ch…
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Just as we were about to press record… Jonas Eidevall resigned as Arsenal head coach. What went wrong? Had things reached fever pitch with the Arsenal fanbase? Chloe and Rachel discuss that and reflect on how the negative environment around Arsenal points to a worrying shift in women’s football culture. Plus, are Manchester United proving people wr…
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This week on the @Monday_mile_series I’m joined by real-life spiderman, fresh back from the Olympics in Paris where he clinched the gold…@toby_climbing We chat all about his recent win and the years of intense training all leading up to that incredible final moment. He opens up about his relationship with his dad, sharing how grateful he is to have…
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Today, former Aston Villa manager Carla Ward joins Chloe and Rachel in the studio for a special, all-encompassing chat. We get the lowdown on her time in Paris working with Emma Hayes and the USWNT. And yes, their afterparty was as wild as we imagined! Elsewhere, Carla opens up about her reasons for leaving Villa, the need for more psychological su…
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Chloe and Rachel look back on two drama-filled games in the WSL, featuring some brilliant goals – looking at you, Marie Höbinger. Plus, we welcome the return of the Champions League with both open arms and worrying thoughts about Arsenal after their stinking performance against Everton. And is that… Chelsea vs Real Madrid? Again?! Join the Official…
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This week on the @Monday_Mile_Series I’m joined by rockstar mama and all-round boss lady @JManrara . Best known for her time as a professional dancer on #Strictly Come Dancing, she’s now an author, broadcaster and regularly graces our screens hosting @bbcmorninglive and @bbcstrictly It Takes Two. This week we take a deep dive into Janette’s working…
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North Korea won the Under 20 Women’s World Cup for a third time last month, meaning they are now one of the most successful sides in the tournament’s history. So how has such a politically isolated country forged such a strong presence on the global stage? We’re joined by Tokyo-based sports journalist Alex Bishop, who talks us through that winning …
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It was Rach’s birthday yesterday! And Chloe has a cake for her. And candles! Lots and lots of candles. After nearly burning down the studio, they discuss Spurs’ late comeback against Aston Villa which featured some proper vintage performances from some WSL golden-oldies. Plus, both Manchester clubs pick up three points – but neither of them impress…
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This week on @Monday_mile_series, I’m joined by a lady who has graced not only our airwaves but our television screens for over two decades! From Sky Sports News to one of my personal favourite radio stations @smoothradio - It’s the lovely @gallacherkirsty! This week we talk all things career transitions, passion projects and dating in the public e…
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Everything is on the line for Arsenal and Jonas Eidevall tonight as they head into their decisive second leg qualifier. Can they turn it around? Today, Rachel is joined by Arseblog writer Tim Stillman, who breaks down what went wrong in the first leg, why patience for Jonas Eidevall is running thin and whether fans should be confident or concerned …
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The 2024/25 WSL season is officially underway! Chloe and Rachel are here to react to it all – including countless controversies (or so Chloe tells us) and a so-close-yet-so-far goal of the season contender from Sabrina D’Angelo. We see you, Sabs, going up for a corner in the 86th minute. And we respect you. Elsewhere, we share what we learned about…
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On this week @Monday_Mile_podcast I’m joined by top HYROX athlete and a man on a mission to make sports more inclusive for the LGBTQ+ community… it’s @JakeWilliamson! We walk a mile and discuss Jake’s coming out story, after being kicked out of a football team for being gay this sparked a desire with him to be more open and honest about his sexuali…
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And Chloe has hatched a plan. Why wouldn’t you want to pop yourself in the boot of Viv Miedema and Beth Mead’s car to find out what they’re talking about before Arsenal vs Man City? Chloe and Rachel have a bumper preview show for the return of the WSL. Will the Emirates edge give Arsenal the advantage, or will Miedema come back to haunt them? Elsew…
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It’s time. Chloe and Rachel put their flagpoles in the sand as they reveal their big WSL predictions ahead of the new season! Who will be this season’s overachievers? Which summer signing will be the league’s best newcomer? And who’s going to win the whole thing? Plus, why are we worried about West Ham and which striker can turn s*** into goals? Th…
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We’re BACK with a bang for another @Monday_mile_series! Today we are in Windsor to link up with a man who has had his life turned upside down since his victory on hit game show, The Traitors. His recent new podcast @harryandpaulpod, with @paulgorton hit the number one spot in its first week, he's been presenting features on The One Show, he’s man o…
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Rachel is joined by Spurs’ head coach Robert Vilahamn for a special, wide-ranging interview! He dials in from Spurs’ pre-season training camp to reflect on his first season in the WSL. He reveals his biggest high of the season – and the moment where he stopped being ‘that Swedish guy’ – and explains just how the squad bought into his ideas so quick…
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ROSIE MEEK ON THE NEW GOVERNMENTS’ PROPOSED PRISON REFORM AND THE IMPORTANCE OF SPORTS INTIATIVES IN PRISONS For the final episode of this series of the #MondayMile podcast, I’m joined by a very special guest, Professor of Forensic Psychology and my yoga buddy Rosie Meek! Rosie is an incredibly impressive woman, from working with the United Nations…
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That’s a wrap on the Olympics! And just 84 days after winning the WSL with Chelsea, Emma Hayes had a gold medal with the USWNT around her neck. Rachel was there in Paris and chats with Chloe all about the final – including a special goodbye for Marta. But as Spain head home medal-less, what happened to them? And did this tournament teach us some ha…
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This week on @Monday_mile_series I’m taking a stroll through Henley on Thames with a lady who knows these waters very well…@erinmwj, a Paralympic rowing gold medallist and breast cancer survivor. At 29 Erin was diagnosed with breast cancer, which has led to her now being an advocate for early detection and diagnosis. That diagnosis didn’t hold her …
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Come for a bumper Upfront, stay for Chloe’s impersonation of a drone. Chloe and Rachel are BACK! They discuss the story so far at Emma Hayes’ USA – with some mixed performances, but an Olympic semi-final under their belt already. Plus, they react to Ann-Katrin Berger’s heroics and Marta’s red card villainy. Har Johal also joins us to explain how sp…
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This week on @monday_mile_series, it’s me and @markwogan13 – the culinary legend behind @spooningwithmarkwogan and @homesliceldn It’s a chat full of food and fitness this week, and there’s no better man to do it with. As a person with a self-described addictive personality, Mark has lived a life of extremes. These days, though, he’s all about balan…
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I’m joined by a literal legend in this week’s Monday Mile – the one and only Sue Barker. She’s an ex-professional tennis player turned world class sports broadcaster, best known for her coverage of Wimbledon, the Olympics and Question of Sport. She’s a huge role model for me, and I’m so proud to call her a friend. Sue tells me the story of how she …
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Another week of the #MondayMile podcast, and I’m joined by the ‘Prince of Peckham’ - BMX superstar @kyewhyte Kye has been riding since the age of 3, joined by his brothers on the track. With their dad coaching them too, it's clear BMX runs in his blood. He won a silver medal at his first Olympic games at the INCREDIBLE age of 21, becoming the first…
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While some of football’s biggest names are being chased by elite clubs in Europe and beyond this summer, one story has shown the stark economic reality of women’s football: Reading FC Women. At the end of June, they notified the FA that they would not be able to compete in the Championship this season because of insufficient funds; now, they are re…
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But do England fans need to start changing their expectations? Chloe and Rach react to that edgy 0-0 draw with Sweden in Gothenburg which secured the Lionesses’ qualification for Euro 2025. We discuss the Alessia Russo conundrum, whether Hannah Hampton can keep hold of the No.1 jersey, and what the qualification campaign as a whole has told us abou…
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The Lionesses downed Ireland last week, but some familiar problems in front of goal left Chloe and Rachel longing for the days of Ellen White! We discuss why Sarina Wiegman’s England are missing that clinical edge and what needs to change ahead of a tough test against Sweden. Plus, we talk about the latest wicked whispers on the transfer market – i…
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This week on the #MondayMile podcast, I’m joined by the incredible @richard_whitehead_mbe; the double amputee athlete best known for his world record setting performances in the Paralympics and the full and half marathons. What can’t this man do? We chat about the duality of Richard’s career - going from the marathon to the 200m and back again - an…
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We’re back! We’re separated by an ocean and haven’t spoken in a few weeks but we had to jump on for another episode, as the transfer market hots up and England prepare for some crucial Euro 2025 qualifiers. Today, we wonder what on Earth is going on at Man United, as legends like Mary Earps and Katie Zelem have let their contracts expire and left a…
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I’m BACK with another #MondayMile and this week I’m joined by @biancawalkdentkd 🥋🥊 Bianca is an incredibly impressive athlete, a three-time world champion, four-time European champion and double Olympic medallist 🥇🔥 On this week’s episode we chat all about her career so far, how she recovers from injuries and bounces back with determination! Not on…
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We're BACK with a new series of the #MondayMile podcast! We're kicking off the new series with a bang as I'm joined by the absolute powerhouse, @natalie_pinkham Natalie shares her hopes for an F1 Grand Prix female world champion and looks forward to the third year of #Flackstock Festival - a magical day in memory and celebration of Caroline Flack w…
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We’re back with a bonus episode after England tried the exact same thing against France - but got a win! We celebrate some impressive performances from Hannah Hampton and Alessia Russo and wonder if England’s stuttering form is because they don’t have a tournament to conquer this summer. Plus, Ireland put in another good showing but will finish bot…
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We’re back after England came out on the wrong side of a tussle with France - should we accept that this is part of the harder qualification process we asked for? Or is there cause for concern… We also recap some impressive performances from Scotland and Ireland, see Emma Hayes make her debut as the USWNT manager and discuss FIFA’s new maternity pr…
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Brazil is set to become the first-ever South American country to host a Women’s World Cup, as they’ve won the 2027 bid! So what will this World Cup look like? Brazilian football journalist Júlia Belas Trindade joins us to discuss the response to this announcement back home in Brazil, as well as the background behind their bid. And finally, they tac…
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