Firefighters turn fundraising superstars
From Shout!Podcast by Fire Fighters Charity
October 8, 2025 · 1h 2m · Season 3 · Episode 7
About this episode
This episode highlights the remarkable achievements of firefighters who excel in both their demanding jobs and sporting endeavors.
In this episode, we celebrate the incredible achievements of firefighters who balance their demanding roles with extraordinary sporting challenges. Join us as we hear from Mark Peart, who ran the London Marathon in full fire kit and breathing apparatus – setting a world record in the process - and Teresa Waplington, who shares her journey as a firefighter and athlete. We also hear from firefighter Andy Mitchell, a contestant on TV show Gladiators, and Chief Fire Officer Mark Bax...
People in this episode
Guests: Mark Peart, Teresa Waplington, Andy Mitchell, Mark Bax
Topics covered
- fundraising
- sporting challenges
- firefighters
- marathon
- athletics
Keywords
- London Marathon
- world record
- Gladiators
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Gladiators
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