The Olympic recap was enjoyable. Hollie is enthusiastic but this leads to her interrupting Martin on many occasions in the show and doesn’t make for great listening. Good to hear Training Talk back.

Used to listen every week now occasionally depending on the guest. Martin & Tony are good but Tom & Holly too self obsessed to the point that i just delete it, H in particular. Keep trying with it but it’s not there anymore. To hear Tom virtually dismiss the recent weekend event ‘is this six or seven, you’ll know better than me’ to a guest at the event! Runners World rehash the same articles all the time & sadly this does the same, Rob Deering & Paul T podcast so more modern & relevant. Too much rubbish about boring stuff.

I’ve listened to this for years now during my long runs, from three hour epics in the hills to times when 5k was a struggle. I honestly don’t think I’d have kept going through babies, injury, low mojo and high mojo without it. Thank you fir your company.

At times brilliant. Other times painful. Sadly, the brilliant episodes are few and far between and, even though there are a still some highlights, at times it’s a slog to finish. The two main presenters are in a much different place than a few years ago and personally speaking I find their replacement Holly extremely irritating (she seems to be on every week). Might be time to call it a day lads. Sorry!

In truth, I haven't been enjoying this podcast for a while. I did hope it would get back to its best but the combo of Martin and Holly consistently turn me off as they direct the conversation away from running at every opportunity. Now that it seems like the both of them will be carrying on in the future it's probably a good enough stopping off point for me. It's sad, but a podcast with the tagline 'all about running' has become less and less about running in the last 18 months.

Awful podcast so hard to listen to. Martin Yelling is a big head with strange opinions. He can’t listen to anyone else and topics are increasingly boring and non-running related. Holly is cringe and adds nothing. Never listening again.

I used to enjoy this podcast when it was actually about running. But Martin in particular has decided to become a really big SJW. It’s so annoying, give me Tony and Holly any day of the week who are down to earth and not trying to save save the flippin planet.

The most recent interview with Scott Cain is a classic example of what I’m talking about. The interview just sounded like a couple of lefty lovelies trying reinvent society... make running ‘integral to our lives’ Martin? Really? Wakey wakey!!! Get back to running and leave the politics for other pods!

I personally love the extended chat at the beginning of the show (particularly when Holly or Tony are involved) - I’m finding the guests a little dull recently - so please just keep on chatting!

Just some increasingly miserable content from Martin moaning / preaching.

I just love this show. The back catalogue is so wonderful; helps you to realise the evolution we all go through as runners. I love the interviews but more than that it’s just so precious to have such a record of running, in the UK and around the world, for the past 10 years. A record of what is / has been/is still important. How things change and how they stay the same. I’ve learnt so much through this show and laughed so much too. Thank you :)

I was drawn to Marathon Talk some 10 years ago when training for my first marathon. As a new runner at the time it was incredibly welcoming, unpretentious and accompanied me on many solo long runs. Since then I’ve dipped in and out when I’ve wanted to reconnect to what it was like to be a new runner starting out. The pod of course does cater for runners of all abilities but the emphasis for me was always about participation and celebrating everyone just getting out the door. In the last 2-3 years I’ve fallen away from listening due to the change in format and also a change in what I want to listen to. I go for podcasts now which have presenters which may mirror the running community that I recognise today and unfortunately the current format just doesn't work for me.

Still, congratulations Marathon Talk for inspiring me and millions of others to get out of the door. You have left an incredible legacy of amazing interviews and whimsy for generations to come.

Despite never having run a marathon (and maybe never will) I’ve been listening every week for four or five years. Have really enjoyed the more recent evolution of the show, it can’t say the same forever. I’m really enjoying Tony and Holly’s role as presenters alongside Tom and Martin. My favourite segment is simply the chat at the beginning between the presenters about the latest athletics news - love that it keeps me abreast of forms of running that I otherwise wouldn’t really keep up-to-date about - cross country, marathons, track...and the occasional scandal. Thank you so much team for your dedication to keeping this podcast going for so many years, integral part of many peoples’ lives.

Used to look forward to the long run to tune in but just listened to the most recent episode and some airy fairy hippy waffle about not stepping on flowers. I understand the focus away from performance but I assume we were all drawn to MT in the first place because it was originally about running.

Bring back the banter. Bring back the subject of running and stop trying to make us feel guilty about occasionally having a performance goal.

S

This was a must listen on my long runs (or even split into two for shorter ones) but since the 500th episode it has become hit or miss. The last episode had 25 minutes of “chat” at the beginning that just did not resonate with me - and it’s not all about running any longer.

Some of the interviews are fantastic - loved the Charlie Spedding interview - but because it sounded like the old days with Tom and Martin together and having that spark - which just isn’t there in the other pairings.

Been hard to write this as what was once a great podcast is now losing it’s mojo

I’ve listened since 2012 and have heard every episode. I really like the new format and it’s much less blokey now the presenters are more relaxed. Bring back Boy on the run.

I used to love this podcast. Downloading it on a Wednesday and listening to it on my next run was a bit of the week I always looked forward to.

Having Martin give a 5 minute lecture on how to look after your kids this week was really the last straw though. It left me feeling really angry.

I listened to hear Martin and Tom laugh at each other (that never happens now), good training talks (it seems like they are being rehashed), Tony’s Trials (still brilliant when they’re on), Running news with Tom ranting about something. I don’t want to listen to a podcast telling me I’m a rubbish parent.

The show has lost what it was - a funny light hearted chat about running with occasional deeper stuff.

Sorry...

Marathon talk has degenerated into park run talk with Martin doing the same one in about the same time each week (boring). Tom doesn’t run at all now so bangs on about the Park run organisation rather than running. Better with Tony and Holly.

More or less listened to every show , some very good guests which you can learn a lot and insight to there training ,

This is a thoroughly engaging, consistently entertaining 90 minutes or so of running related chat and info. It’s perfect fodder when out running. The addition of Holly and Tony as additional presenters has freshened up an already enjoyable podcast. Well done to the whole team.

Can’t understand those who say it is too long. You don’t have to listen in one go. I often break it up which means I get 3 days of tuning in. I love all sections of the podcast. Tom and Martin have jobs and they get this out every week for free. Having guest presenters keeps it going when they have other things to do. Congratulations on number 500, and here’s to the next 500.

Been a listener since Ep.1; love the mix of science, news, comedy (Tony’s Trials) and the two main presenters’ friendship. Now also with our newer presenter (Holly) it makes for an interesting, funny and informative Podcast on running. Thanks Martin, Tom, Tony and Holly for all you do for our community.

Entertaining and informative, has its funny moments too.

The podcast has some great content but it is too long.

Very quickly became one of my favourite podcasts & can’t wait for a new episode every week. Learning lots!

Fantastic informative show. Love the banter between Martin & Tom.

This used to be a great training tool for marathon running from two very knowledgeable and enthusiastic presenters and an entertaining slot from Tony Audenshaw. Whilst Tony's spot is still legendary and the highlight of the show, the rest is now little more than banter from Tom and Martin, generally describing their weekend chores or perhaps a parkrun. A large section of the show is dedicated to describing photos of listeners wearing the Marathon Talk t-shirts around the world. Not the most rivetting thing to listen to on a run. The presenters have cleary tired of marathons since the show's early days, and they generally focus on other distances, primarily ultra-distance or the parkrun. The majority of shows have no news or interviews related to marathons. There are certainly still good bits to be found in this podcast, but you may have to skip through all the filler to get there.

When Martin and Tom are on form this podcast works so well. Occasionally broken up with other presenters to keep the streak going which is fine but the winning formula can be lost a little. Very informative show and the interviews are great if the sound quality is too which it sometimes isn’t but not bad for free! It does engage the audience using various methods and there is a nice balance of comedy and content throughout the podcast that links to other shows. Having a lot in common with both presenters has helped but it shouldn’t put off any listener as you are sure to get something from the show no matter how active you are.

Running does help through. Amazing effort to keep going after 8 years. Thank you

Before listening to this podcast I hadn’t ran a marathon, now with four under my belt I am hooked. With Martin hugging trees while Tom sits with Homer. Holly always at the head of the race and Tony is uplifting.

Wednesday is the highlight of my week.

I have listened to a few different podcasts on running and have found this one the most interesting with entertaining presenters.

Great to listen to the lads each week talking about running and life keeping it real! Always with great guests who always give me something to think about with my training and goals.

Keep it going Tom & Martin

I listen and enjoy so many running podcasts but Marathon Talk is the king of them all.

The content is packed and informative,the humour keeps it easy listening as does the banter between Martin and Tom and the guests they get on the show are brilliant.

I love the format of this podcast as it reminds me of a magazine - regular topics with a good structure.

Found this years after it started but have downloaded tons of episodes with excellent guests.

The hosts are brilliant as are the very occasional stand-ins.

This has kept me company on many a long run. Keep up the great work guys.

I like my runs quiet but this podcast is perfect for the post run stretch and foam roller sessions. Fun and informative.

It's called Marathon Talk, but this podcast covers running in general, from one mile efforts to ultra marathons. The hosts Martin and Tom have a great rapport, which generates much banter (and hilarity at times!). They talk about topical issues, offer training advice and interview influential and interesting figures in the sport. The perfect accompaniment to your long run.

Great reviews and good banter between the guys. Keeps you up to date with the running scene and educates you with great interviews each week.

It feels like I've known these guys all my life as they have laughed and joked in my ear on my long runs. The interviews are brilliant, inspiring and can move me to tears. The advice is delivered in a balanced way so you can make up your own mind and the commentary on the state of British running and the world is honest and interesting.

Good podcast but way too much preamble before they get to the interesting topics. Each episode is about 90 minutes which makes it difficult to listen to a whole one while you commute, clean etc. Half an hour shorter and they'd be perfect.

fantastic.

Love this podcast. Great content on athletics and events. Love the guests on the show - always a wide and varied selection of really interesting and knowledgable people

Great show, listened from the start

Always entertaining and informative with a range of guests from all aspects of running

I was rather late jumping on the marathon talk band wagon but I came across this podcast back in November.

I've been listening to it non stop since with the aim to catch up by the London marathon 2017.

Last year it was Justin Bieber getting me through marathon training, this year it's Martin Yelling & Tom Williams.

Fantastically entertaining. Always makes me laugh and really informative. Some absolutely inspirational interviews from both world class athletes and incredible people doing amazing things.

WARNING

Listening to this podcast may turn you into an ultra runner (I'm desperate to do comrades)

Except Tony's trials, which is awful.

Tune in to catch up with the lives of Tom and Martin as much as the fantastic topics and no holds barred discussions about the ins and outs of athletics news. Keep up the good work.

I am a long term listener

This is an enjoyable and engaging programme about running. Love hearing the banter between Martin and Tom. They are friendly and knowledgeable and I have picked up loads of tips and encouragement over the years. Tony's Trials segment is always poignant and/or funny.

Best running podcast out there!

LOVE this podcast. Literally one of my top three podcasts. Tom and Martin are fantastic hosts - always very balances and straightforward in their views and information. Loads of great running tips and training talks as well - not to mention fantastic interviews!

This is simply the best marathon / running podcast I have found. I am always waiting for each weeks episode, and looking forward to the great content. The team have their fingers firmly on the pulse of all things marathon running, and the advice that is always freely offered is truly awesome.

If you only listen to one running podcast make it this one :-D

Fun, informative and unmissable. Great show for runners of any level.

Martin Yelling and Tom Williams do a terrific job of covering everything that’s interesting in Marathon Running. They also add the latest running related news, training tips and insert other interesting sporting headlines from around the world to engage a diverse audience. It doesn’t stop there. The show flows brilliantly each week by adding a diary of their own personal lives and funny stories that happen along they way. They secure the attention of the listener no matter what level you find yourself at. The show is the perfect compliment for those that like to listen to podcasts on the go especially for those on long runs. Give it a go for a few weeks and you are likely to be hooked.

Mike

I have listened to this podcast for many years and I love the community it has created. The marathons I have done have been assisted by the guidance given by the presenters and guests. The features and discussions are always very informative.