Best Reel2Media Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 39: Helen Croydon / Thought Leadership PR 57:22

1y ago57:22

57:22

In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to a founder who went from being a journalist in London, who enjoyed being out at glitzy and often boozy parties, to taking on triathlons and endurance running challenges. Helen Croydon talks to Ant about how the lessons she’s learned from getting cold, wet, muddy and exhausted in her triathlon life,…

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Episode 38: Catherine Baker / Sport And Beyond 52:17

1y ago52:17

52:17

A Tennis Ball in Your Pocket - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to a woman who is the director of a company that coaches CEOs and other senior leaders through her business, Sport and Beyond. Catherine Baker first learnt about leadership through tennis coaching, she spent time as a lawyer, and now she’s written a book; Staying the Di…

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Episode 37: Ben Pochee / LGN Wellbeing 41:04

1+ y ago41:04

41:04

The Path to Well-being - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to Ben Pochee, CEO of LGN Wellbeing and Event Director of the Night of the 10,000m PBs. Ben has a background in business, management and sports science that led him to create LGN WellBeing, a specialist well being company that provides businesses like Unilever, BP, Omnicom Me…

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Episode 36 - Brian Mister / Around The Crown 10k 49:34

1+ y ago49:34

49:34

The Streaker - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to a race director from Charlotte, North Carolina, who turned his passion for running into his business. Brian Mister is the co-founder of ‘Around The Crown 10K’, which is a 10K race in Uptown Charlotte on the entirety of the Queen City’s 3 mile major inner loop, I-277. This episode ex…

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Episode 35: Russ Jefferys / parkrun 52:10

1+ y ago52:10

52:10

A Healthier, Happier Planet - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to the CEO of the global phenomenon that is parkrun; a free, weekly, timed 5k event that takes place in 22 countries around the world, including the USA, Australia and Japan. Russ Jefferys took up the role as CEO a year ago and had worked in the charity’s communications …

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Episode 34: Jonathon Munro / BBC News & Current Affairs 49:33

1+ y ago49:33

49:33

The Journalist’s Paradox - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to the head of BBC Newsgathering - the world's largest broadcast news gathering operation. Jonathan Munro was previously at ITN for 26 years and has covered huge global events, including the Balkans war, both Gulf wars and the Beijing and London Olympics. This conversation …

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Episode 33: Michael Brandt / HVMN & Ketone-IQ 46:39

1+ y ago46:39

46:39

The Importance of an Escape Valve - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to Michael Brandt, CEO and Co-founder of HVMN, the company behind Ketone-IQ, a ketone-based energy drink. Ant and Michael dive into the science of what your brain and body need to find those extra gears for speed and endurance on the trails or in a marathon, but al…

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Episode 32: Will Golder / RaceNation 48:38

1+ y ago48:38

48:38

The Bobsleigh Businessman - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to a CEO who started his career as a GB Bobsleigh athlete. After an injury stopped his Olympic dreams in 2014, Will Golder had to pivot into doing something else, which led him to work at RaceNation & SportsGiving, where he went on to become the CEO in 2021. This episode e…

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Episode 31: Martin Ellemann Olesen / 21Leadership 42:23

1+ y ago42:23

42:23

The Journey Of 100 Miles Begins With A Single Step - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to Martin Ellemann Olesen, who’s built a business out of helping others in leadership. His goal is ‘to help leaders create organisations where we would love for our kids to work.’ He’s completed several marathons and even a 100 mile race, and share…

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Episode 30: Ben Legg / Portfolio Collective 37:17

1+ y ago37:17

37:17

The Task, The Team, The Individual - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to a CEO and Founder who started his career as a British Army officer, and now claims to be ‘running obsessive’ and fitter now than when he was in the army. Ben Legg worked in executive jobs at McKinsey, Coca-Cola, and was former COO of Google Europe, before start…

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Episode 29: Suzanne Shaw / The Happy Health Club 1:06:11

1+ y ago1:06:11

1:06:11

The Price Of Fame - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant has a very open and honest chat with a member of the first UK pop band to be put together on a reality TV show. Suzanne Shaw shot to overnight fame at just 19 years old, as part of the pop band ‘Hear’Say’. Since then, Suzanne has spent the last few years making some huge changes to her …

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Trailer: Next Episode with Suzanne Shaw 2:24

1+ y ago2:24

2:24

In the next episode of 'Run The Business,' Ant connects with Suzanne Shaw, actress and singer who rose to fame as a member of Hear'Say, the first UK pop group to be created through a reality TV show. Since the group broke up, Suzanne has gone on to accomplish many things as an actress and television personality, and most recently as a business owne…

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Episode 28: Jim Frawley / Bellwether Hub 46:05

1+ y ago46:05

46:05

In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant is joined by the founder of a company which, in its own words, looks to “help individuals and organisations build resiliency, adapt to change and thrive”. Jim Frawley from Bellwether Hub is a keen runner and has also competed in many triathlons, including Ironman. He’s spent time considering what hard endu…

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Episode 27: Andy Willis / CEO Kona Energy 35:33

1+ y ago35:33

35:33

In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to a CEO who’s not only into his running, but is also a competitor in triathlon and Ironman events. His business, Kona Energy, focuses on developing clean energy and ‘delivering a carbon zero future’. This episode explores how running teaches you resilience in both life and in business. And that taki…

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Episode 26: Mark Watson / The Marketing Store 40:47

1+ y ago40:47

40:47

Setting The Conditions For Success - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to Mark Watson, Managing Director at The Marketing Store. This episode explores the ways that event energy at running races can be transferred over into the work place, as well as the importance of framing running as a team sport and not just a solo endeavour. To …

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Episode 25: Sophie Ryan / Interactive Media Services 39:47

1+ y ago39:47

39:47

6 Requirements to Running a Business & Running a Marathon - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to a business owner whose interest in the link between running and business sparked the inspiration for her to write a blog post about it. Sophie Ryan is the CEO and founder of Interactive Media Services in the UK, a company that supports bu…

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Episode 24: Jamie Berry / Future Forest Company 48:59

1+ y ago48:59

48:59

Protecting Nature For Future Generations - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to a leader who works with race and event organisers to give runners the option of planting a tree rather than getting a t-shirt. A keen runner, Jamie Berry’s day job is as Senior Partnerships Manager across The Future Forest Company and their sister company…

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Episode 23: Caroline Coates / Harry's HAT 35:53

1+ y ago35:53

35:53

The Charity Runner - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to the mother of a young boy, whose medical condition led her to set up a charity to fund research into it. Harry’s Hydrocephalus Awareness Trust (Harry’s HAT) was founded by Caroline Coates in 2018, to help children and their families who are affected by hydrocephalus (which is …

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Episode 22: David Dunne / Hexis 50:11

1+ y ago50:11

50:11

You Are What You Eat - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to a CEO and founder of a start up who used his knowledge and expertise in the world of elite level sports nutrition to build his own business. David Dunne has been a Performance Nutrition Consultant for British Canoeing, Harlequins rugby team, British Fencing, Team Wiggins cyc…

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Episode 21: Rob Webbon / Presca Sportswear 42:14

1+ y ago42:14

42:14

The Sustainable Runner - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to a CEO who turned his passion for the environment into a business that involved his hobby of running and extreme endurance events. Rob Webbon is the CEO of Presca Sportswear, and set up the company after looking for gear to wear for the many marathons, ultra marathons and t…

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Episode 20: Learns of 2022 15:22

1+ y ago15:22

15:22

A Time For Reflection - Welcome to the 20th episode of ‘Run The Business’. Since we launched the podcast earlier in 2022, we have had some incredible guests join our host, Ant, to talk about the parallels between running and leadership. In this episode, we take a moment to reflect on the insights they have shared when asked ‘what advice would you g…

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Episode 19: Amy Farnfield / Notebook & Pen 44:12

1+ y ago44:12

44:12

The Ex Perfectionist - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to Amy Farnfield, CEO and Founder of Notebook & Pen. Amy’s company provides PA, HR and business services support to busy professionals & small businesses. Before setting up on her own, Amy worked for 20 years in private and public sector organisations supporting CEO’s and took …

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Episode 18: Gary Shaughnessy / Parkinson's UK 51:33

1+ y ago51:33

51:33

The Inspirational Runner - This episode of ‘Run The Business’ is an inspirational conversation between Ant and the Chair of UK charity Parkinson’s UK, Gary Shaughnessy. Gary has a strong track record of leading business around Europe, the Middle East and Africa and was once CEO at Swiss insurance company Zurich. Since being diagnosed with Parkinson…

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Episode 17: Peter Sayburn / Studiospace 52:10

1+ y ago52:10

52:10

The Retired Distance Runner - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to a CEO whose business, Studiospace, acts as a matchmaker for marketing agencies and businesses across the world. A keen runner when he was younger, Peter Sayburn now classifies himself as a retired distance runner. Despite that, he still runs every week and discusses, …

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Episode 16: Jo Sopala / British Society of Echocardiography 31:19

1+ y ago31:19

31:19

The Charity CEO And Runner - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to a CEO who, in her words, is a self-confessed runner of the ‘slow and steady variety’. Jo Sopala is CEO of The British Society of Echocardiography, a registered charity which represents clinical echocardiography professionals working at all levels and in all areas of th…

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Episode 15: Dan Stanley / Better Men 50:03

1+ y ago50:03

50:03

Using The Outdoors To Break The Barriers Of Toxic Masculinity - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant speaks to Dan Stanley, a CEO who is a business coach and an author who works exclusively with professional men. There’s something for men and women alike in this episode though, as Dan, like so many of us, believes he wouldn’t be the man he is…

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Episode 14: Dr. Josephine Perry / Sports Psychologist 49:19

1+ y ago49:19

49:19

The Psychology Of Success - This episode of ‘Run The Business’ is a little different, as Ant speaks with Dr. Josephine Perry, a chartered sports psychologist who works across multiple sports, including running, with everyone from novices to world champions. As well as coaching athletes she also helps anyone wanting to aim higher, whether that’s on …

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Episode 13: Cameron Johnston / Riixo 43:25

1+ y ago43:25

43:25

When Setbacks Create Business Opportunities - This episode of ‘Run The Business’ is a little different, as Ant speaks to an entrepreneur who suffered a freak sporting injury that turned his whole life upside down, but also created his business opportunity. Cameron Johnston is the CEO and founder of Riixo, a company that makes products that help wit…

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Episode 12: Lewis Reeves / Walr 36:53

1+ y ago36:53

36:53

The Data Expert Making Marginal Gains - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to Lewis Reeves, CEO and founder of market research firm Walr. Since its inception in October 2020 during lockdown, it now employs over 70 people, has employees and offices all over the world and has been officially credited as a Great Place to Work. Lewis disc…

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Episode 11: Jakob Bloch / Commodity Global 44:55

2y ago44:55

44:55

Exploring The Data That Runners Make Better Leaders - Jakob Bloch is a CEO and headhunter at Commodity, a firm which searches out the best talent in the industry of commodities. He had a life-changing experience whilst taking part in the world’s toughest footrace, The Marathon Des Sables. In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to Jakob ab…

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Episode 10: Dillon Allie / HDMZ 30:25

2y ago30:25

30:25

The Motivated Marketer - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to Dillon Allie, CEO of HDMZ, a marketing agency that serves life science brands. Dillon joined HDMZ in 2005 as an Account Executive, later becoming Senior Vice President and is now its CEO. As President and CEO, his focus is on helping the company reach its vision of becomin…

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Episode 9: Jenni Falconer / Run Pod & Kollo Health 37:24

2y ago37:24

37:24

The Running Radio Presenter - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant speaks to TV and radio presenter Jenni Falconer. Jenni started running when she was on the road travelling for work, shooting various TV shows in the UK. Her love of running led her, in 2019, to launch her own podcast, RunPod, where she speaks to inspirational guests each week…

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Episode 8: Andy Baddeley / The Running Channel 46:31

2y ago46:31

46:31

Olympian Turned Businessman - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant speaks to Andy Baddeley; Team GB Olympic 1500m runner and parkrun World Record holder. After injury forced him to retire, Andy was faced with the world of work, something that was alien to him, having spent his life dedicated to his running training. Andy speaks to Ant about h…

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Episode 7: Gordon Tredgold / Author & Speaker 44:50

2y ago44:50

44:50

The Motivational Marathon Runner - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant speaks to one of the Top 10 leadership experts, speakers, and trainers in the world, Gordon Tredgold. Gordon is a leadership and development expert who spent many years building successful teams himself around the world. He’s worked with Barclaycard, London Electric, TUI,…

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Episode 6: Jason Fitzgerald / Strength Running 40:28

2y ago40:28

40:28

Finding Strength In Running - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant talks to the founder of Strength Running, Jason Fitzgerald. In addition to being a USA Track & Field certified coach, former Men’s Running Magazine Influencer of the Year, a writer for Podium Runner, Runner’s World, Active, MapMyRun - and many others - he is the host of The St…

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BONUS: Anthony Gay and Anna Harding 37:58

2y ago37:58

37:58

Meet The Host - In this bonus episode of ‘Run The Business,’ we’re flipping the script and letting you behind the curtain, as our host, Anthony Gay, is taking his place in the hot seat to speak with one of the show’s producers, Anna Harding, to answer the questions he’s been posing to our other guests. Find out more about the voice behind the inter…

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Episode 5: Annette Ferguson / Annette & Co. 38:43

2y ago38:43

38:43

The Money Magician - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant is joined by Annette Ferguson, founder and CEO of Annette & Co. Annette is a chartered accountant based in Scotland, who is an expert in finance and numbers, known as the money magician. Annette talks to Ant about financial and lifestyle freedom and how she helps her clients to manage …

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Episode 4: Mike Seaman / Raccoon Events 47:36

2y ago47:36

47:36

Running Mayors - In this episode of ‘Run The Business,’ Ant is joined by Mike Seaman, founder and CEO of Raccoon Events, the company behind The Run Show USA and The National Running Show UK. Mike talks to Ant about how he turned his hobby into a job, his love of discovering new cities when running on business trips and the positive impact a morning…

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Episode 3: Geert van der Velde / Chessable 41:12

2y ago41:12

41:12

The Runner’s Gambit - In the third episode of ‘Run The Business’ Ant meets with Geert van der Velde, CEO of Chessable who talks to Ant about why he thinks running a business is like running a marathon. As well as the ‘Queen’s Gambit’ effect they also chat about the parallels between chess and business. They also touch on his former life as a rock m…

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Episode 2: Kerin Hempel / New York Road Runners 35:09

2y ago35:09

35:09

The Business of the New York City Marathon - In this episode of ‘Run The Business’ Ant meets with Kerin Hempel, CEO of ‘New York Road Runners’ the organization responsible for delivering the New York City Marathon. She talks about her first memories of running, chasing around the schoolyard, running when traveling, as well as the parallels between …

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Episode 1: Julie Flygare / Project Sleep 34:18

2y ago34:18

34:18

Making Sleep Cool - In this first episode of ‘Run The Business’ Ant meets with Julie Flygare, CEO of ‘Project Sleep’ a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness about sleep health, sleep equity, and sleep disorders. Julie talks to Ant about the ways in which running improves her life and how the idea for Project Sleep came to her while…

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Run The Business: Podcast Trailer 2:50

2y ago2:50

2:50

Do runners make better leaders? Host Anthony Gay is on a quest to find out. Run The Business is a new podcast that explores the place where running and leadership come together, and how the relationship between the two could be be mutually beneficial to your success in both. Each week, Ant chats with CEO’s, entrepreneurs and leaders from around the…

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