Today, Jenni sits down with a man who lives at the crossroads of elite performance + real life food.Jonny Marsh is the private chef trusted by some of the biggest names in football - Kevin De Bruyne, Erling Haaland, Kyle Walker, İlkay Gündoğan, Luke Shaw… the list goes on.And Jonny is one of us - he’s a runner.He genuinely believes nothing hits the dopamine switch like going for a run - and cooking for these world-class players has shown him first hand how food drives performance, mood, recovery and consistency.Jonny’s first ever cookbook THE PRIVATE CHEF is out 14 November 2025 - and he’s made it for normal humans. 80 recipes. Adaptable. Realistic. Good for busy weeks. Good for training blocks. Good for fuelling a life that you actually enjoy.Whether you’re marathon prepping, couch-to-5k-ing, or just running for headspace - this one is for you.Follow @chef_jonnymarsh on Instagram for more!
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The Power Playlist! Ross Noble
Confession: Ross Noble runs to film music. Hans Zimmer included.He’s even made a 5K playlist that’s exactly 26 minutes long, with each kilometre perfectly matched to a score. But… what’s the final track?Press play, lace up, and find out.Ross Noble's Main Episode of RunPod is available now!
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The Extra Mile! Running In The Dark - These Mindset Tips Will Help
As the days get shorter and the evenings draw in, many of us find ourselves running in the dark.In this episode of The Extra Mile, Jenni breaks down the mindset shifts that make running in the dark not just manageable - but genuinely enjoyable. She talks headspace, confidence, calm, and the mental framing that helps those dark miles feel lighter.SAFETY NOTE: always tell someone when you are heading out to run in the dark.
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Ross Noble
Amazing comedian Ross Noble is such a huge fan of RunPod that when he got the call to join Jenni on the show, he literally ran to the studio!Ross is passionate about all things running - from Park Run to trail running and even a sunset jog (though he admits it sometimes means facing down a thousand spiders with diamond eyes 🕷✨).In this episode, Ross shares his complete love of running, his go-to trainer recommendations, and the hilarious story of how he raised his roof in the garage to fit his beloved NordicTrack. Plus, he reveals his brilliant tip for conquering a hill (RunPod listeners will know this is a very important question!).Full of laughter, energy, and pure running joy - this episode proves why we absolutely love Ross Noble!
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The Power Playlist! Pete Cooper
In this bonus episode of RunPod: The PowerPlaylist, Jenni welcomes passionate runner and entrepreneur Pete Cooper. Pete has turned his passion for running into a business and legacy with his app Coopah, helping runners of all levels achieve their goals and find joy in every stride.Pete shares his love for indie music, the tracks that power his runs, and what keeps him motivated to push further.Catch up on the main episode now - and get ready to hit play, run strong, and feel inspired!
Welcome to RunPod, the weekly run club you can join simply by listening. In this series Jenni Falconer welcomes special guests who share that passion for running. Together they’ll discuss the challenge, reward and sometimes obsession of pounding the pavement whilst asking what drives us to run, why some catch the bug more than others, and how it can transform the lives of those who do it. Along the way, you'll hear top training tips, monumental mistakes and some inspirational stories. So, whether you’re a seasoned marathoner, treadmill trainer, fitness guru or simply putting off that Sunday jog, RunPod is here for you.
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