About this episode
Mark and Marcus explore the history and culture of the marathon, sharing personal experiences and notable stories.
What better way to enjoy a Sunday afternoon than running 26.2 miles around the capital? With the London marathon fast approaching, Mark and Marcus hit the streets to find out exactly what the marathon is all about. Marcus shades light on his eventful experience running the London Marathon, we look back on some of the weird and wonderful outfits people have worn across the years and explore the unsung heroes of long-distance running. The pair also select a handful of elite runners to look out for past and present. Every week, Mark Pougatch and Marcus Buckland unpack unbelievable stories from the world of sporting history. Tik Tok Instagram YouTube Produced by Spiritland Creative Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
People in this episode
Hosts: Mark Pougatch, Marcus Buckland
Topics covered
- marathon
- running
- sports history
- elite runners
- outfits
- long-distance running
Keywords
- marathon
- London Marathon
- running
- sports history
- elite runners
- outfits
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Organizations: SpiritLand Creative
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