WHW Race POD

Paul Giblin

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Episodes 11

Avg. Duration 28m

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Since Dec 2025

Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This Podcast

The WHW Race Pod shares the stories, struggles and spirit of the West Highland Way Race, Scotland’s iconic 95-mile ultramarathon from Milngavie to Fort William. Hosted by three-time race winner Paul Giblin, the podcast goes beyond results and splits. We talk to runners, volunteers, race organisers and crew members about what really happens before, during and after the race. Expect honest conversations, reflections and powerful moments from one of the most respected endurance events in the UK. Whether you're a past runner, a future participant or simply drawn to the mountains and the meaning behind long-distance running, this podcast is for you.

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Recent Episodes

The Work Is Done: Closing in on the West Highland Way Race

Jun 05, 2026 10m

The Work Is Done: Only Days Until the West Highland Way RaceWith less than a couple of weeks to go until the West Highland Way Race, many runners find themselves asking the same question:"Have I done…

Crewing the West Highland Way Race (or any long ultra)

May 19, 2026 19m

WHW Race PodIn this episode of the WHW Race Pod, Paul talks about one of the most important and often overlooked parts of the West Highland Way Race experience: crewing.The WHW is one of the few…

When Training Hasn’t Gone to Plan

Apr 22, 2026 28m

With the West Highland Way Race now just a couple of months away, many runners find themselves in a familiar place.Training hasn’t quite gone how they hoped.Missed sessions. Disrupted consistency.…

The Hidden Skill of the West Highland Way: Enduring the Ordinary

Mar 26, 2026 19m

SHOW NOTES Most people imagine the West Highland Way Race as something dramatic. The climbs. The tough sections. The big moments where everything is on the line.And those moments are part of it.But…

Sixteen Weeks: Decide or Drift

Feb 26, 2026 18m

Show NotesIn this episode of the WHW Race Pod, I’m speaking directly to those of you who are about sixteen weeks out from the West Highland Way Race.This is a deceptively important point in the…

Written Into the Trail: Lucy Colquhoun and the Record That Endures

Feb 12, 2026 58m

Show NotesIn this episode of the WHW Race Pod, I sit down with Lucy Colquhoun, who still holds the women’s course record at the West Highland Way Race, set in 2007 in a time of 17:16:20.Nearly two…

What Are You Really Training For? - Episode 5

Jan 29, 2026 7m

The WHW Audio Companion – Week 1In this episode of the WHW Race Pod, Paul introduces the WHW Audio Companion - a short, reflective series designed to support runners through the training months…

Why the West Highland Way Is Different - Episode 4

Jan 15, 2026 11m

In this episode of the WHW Race Pod, Paul explores what makes the West Highland Way Race different from so many other ultramarathons.This isn’t a breakdown of splits, cut-offs, or results. It’s a…

The Pull to Return: Gus Irvine on Winning the WHW and Looking Ahead to 2026

Dec 31, 2025 44m

Episode descriptionIn this episode of the WHW Race Pod, Paul sits down with Gus Irvine, winner of the 2025 West Highland Way Race.Gus ran a controlled, composed race from Milngavie to Fort William,…

Listening to Your Own Race: Rebecca Hormann on Winning the West Highland Way

Dec 19, 2025 49m

In this episode of the WHW Race Pod, Paul sits down with Rebecca Hormann, the 2025 female winner of the West Highland Way Race.Rebecca ran from Milngavie to Fort William in 19:02:14, finishing first…

A New Chapter for the Way (WHW Race Pod)

Dec 12, 2025 48m

In this first episode of the newly revived WHW Race Pod, host Paul Giblin sits down with new race director Adrian Stott to reflect on the next chapter of the West Highland Way Race.They discuss the…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does WHW Race POD have?

WHW Race POD has published 11 episodes since December 2025, covering topics in Fitness, Health & Fitness.

Is WHW Race POD still active?

WHW Race POD is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 28m.