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Peak2Soon

Brent Ford

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Frequency: 1 episode/184d. Total Eps: 87

Brent Ford discovered his love for running when he tipped the scales at 140.8 kilograms, often shuffling around his suburb of Canberra, working through the distances of five kilometres, to ten, before running a half marathon in 2019.

But, it was after testing his body during his first ultra at Stromlo that he truly fell in love with the sport, and it was through sharing his own journey to 100 kilometres that he realised there were many incredible stories to be told.

This is a podcast for those who are yet to find their limit, and are keen to hear how others are going in finding theirs. As a journalist with a curious nature, Peak2Soon tells the story of everyday people doing incredible things in the sport of trail and ultra running.

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Ryan Downs' Long Run

Season 5 · Episode 5

Friday, July 10, 2026 • Duration 01:05:02

Ryan Downs is only new to the sport of ultra running, but in a short space of time he's set big goals and hit them.

Running his first ultra at BRUTUS last year, Ryan got a taste for what its like to go long. Last year he also completed an incredible run streak, which he took on 10 years since he lost his mother Tereze following a five year battle with cancer.

This year Ryan become one of a small handful to secure 30 laps at the GUMBY at Blue Range Hut in the ACT. An achievement so incredible for someone so new to the sport.

His next big challenge is Ryan's Long Run 220km+ staged event over three days October 9-11th from Wagga Base Hospital, where Ryan's mum was born to Gungahlin Cemetery, where she is buried. A physical line drawn between beginning and farewell.

Everyone who donates goes into the draw to win incredible prizes, and your support will go directly to Rise Above. A charity that financially supports families with loved ones battling cancer.

As always thank you for your support.

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Running, Reels and Reality TV: Edwin Smith

Season 5 · Episode 4

Saturday, June 20, 2026 • Duration 01:12:07

Edwin Smith's journey into running didn't start with a marathon or a grand race, it began in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. With lockdowns in place and little to do, he decided to run laps around his home in Sydney. What started as a casual pastime quickly turned into a passion that has transformed his life. In this podcast I talk with Edwin about his growth in running, which has seen him go from running newbie to completing a 100K run with friends.

But, Edwin is also a specialist in social media working on shows like Survivor and I'm a Celebrity have helped him have a great understanding of how social media works. With his @running_with_edwin page continuing to go from strength to strength on instagram.

He is also entering his first backyard ultra, so it was good to talk about how he is preparing for that.

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A Journey to a Suicide-Free Nation's Capital

Season 2 · Episode 6

Friday, November 17, 2023 • Duration 55:08

**Trigger Warning** This piece discusses suicide and suicidal ideation.

For help in a crisis call 000. If you or anyone you know needs support, you can contact Lifeline 13 11 14, or Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636.

Running for Resilience is a project in Canberra that recently set out the goal to have the Nation's Capital suicide free by 2033.

It's Founder Matt Breen is one of the most optimistic people you'll ever meet, but the death of his father to suicide and then his mother's cancer diagnosis in 2019 rocked him.

The group saved me in a tough time and I'll forever be grateful to Breeny and the crew for that, this wasn't an easy conversation, but one I think is as important as any I've had so far.

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Sam Harvey's got Big Backyard plans

Season 1 · Episode 16

Thursday, June 29, 2023 • Duration 53:25

Sam Harvey is an incredible athlete who wants to dominate the world of Ultra Running.

Some were surprised by his recent result at Dead Cow Gully, smashing his previous best with 101 loops, before he was medically pulled from the event, but for anyone that has followed the rising New Zealand star, they would've known he was right in the mix to win the event.

With big goals on the horizon, Sam speaks so openly about the challenges associated with backyard ultra running, his battles with his mental health, his training, and his nutrition.

He also gives a unique insight into his result at Dead Cow Gully, his mindset and his goals going forward. I am so grateful to Sam for speaking so openly, it was a refreshing chat.

For those who may be listening with children there is explicit language used at times during this conversation.

You can follow him on Instagram at: cloudlander_nz

Photo Credit: @charliespagalli

You can now support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $2 a month:
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Allicia Heron on breaking the Australian Women's 48-hour record in Taipei

Season 1 · Episode 6

Sunday, March 19, 2023 • Duration 57:31

Allicia Heron is an incredible ultra athlete who most recently broke the Australian Women's 48-hour record in Taipei posting an incredible 361.160 kilometres.

It follows a whirlwind couple of months where she placed third at the Asia and Oceania Pacific 24-hour event in India, being part of an incredible Australian team that took gold for the women, before turning it around for a second placing behind Maree Connor at Coast to Kosci.

Allicia shares her insights following the race in Taipei as well as how she balances life as a working mum, with being one of Australia's premier ultra runners. It's an insightful chat that was a lot of fun. I hope you enjoy!

You can now support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $2 a month:
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Alison To's Story of Believing in Yourself

Season 1 · Episode 13

Friday, June 9, 2023 • Duration 01:28:42

**Trigger Warning** This piece discusses suicide and suicidal ideation.

For help in a crisis call 000. If you or anyone you know needs support, you can contact Lifeline 13 11 14, or Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636.

Alison To is an ultra runner inspiring many through her sheer determination which she shares on her instagram ali_runs_an_ultra. But her story is one that's been a rollercoaster,

Many will relate to Alison using running as a form of release, and she's not shy to share the mental challenges and depression that she's faced, but she does so with a sprinkling of humour throughout.

Truth is she's an absolute joy who has a big heart. A proud woman of asian heritage, she's breaking down cultural stereotypes as she prepares for her next big challenge in the Race Across Scotland.

You can now support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $2 a month:
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The Economics of Running Wisdom with Andrew Leigh

Season 2 · Episode 5

Thursday, November 9, 2023 • Duration 43:29

One of Australia's most respected politicians Dr Andrew Leigh was recently crowned Australia's fittest politician.

For those that live in Canberra it would come as no surprise, as if you're up early enough you'll catch Dr Leigh running on the trails somewhere between Mount Ainslie and Mount Majura.

Dr Leigh shares his wisdom in this podcast, and a journey that's seem him run sub three hours in all six marathon majors, and most his running took him to South Africa's Comrades Marathon.

But, it hasn't always been easy, injuries and an aging body have led to different challenges, but as Dr Leigh explains, sometimes it's not about racing our younger selves, the journey is much more satisfying than that.

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Happiest when in Motion: The Rise of Brooke Thomas

Season 2 · Episode 9

Wednesday, November 29, 2023 • Duration 54:24

Brooke Thomas is a star on the rise, and while she won't admit it she's one of the top trail runners in the world.

Recently, Brooke was the last woman standing at Arrowtown Backyard event, nearly placing her directly on the New Zealand team for the Satellite World Championships.

That ends what has been a big year, which includes a fourth at UTA in her first showing, and being in the Top 40 women who finished this year's CCC at UTMB.

What's perhaps most incredible about all of this is that just over a decade ago, she was diagnosed with a heart condition and became the recipient of an inserted cardiac pacemaker, oh and I haven't even mentioned that she holds the women's record for the 3,000km Te Araroa Trail.

There's more to her, but you'll have to listen to this episode to find out!

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The Ultra Mediocre Runners of Canberra

Season 2 · Episode 1

Tuesday, October 17, 2023 • Duration 01:07:29

The Ultra Mediocre Runners of Canberra, is one of those run clubs you feel has been around for ever, but it might surprise you to learn that the club is just a few years old.

Born out of a couple of mates running together during the pandemic, the club now boasts over 50 members, which includes a couple of national champions, and the club also hosts the country’s toughest backyarder, The Gumby.

I enjoyed this chat with a handful of the club's members after they recently introduced two new races to the Canberra Trail Running Scene, in BRuTUS and The Knife.

You can check them out at www.ultramediocre.run.

If you want to support the course you can at here and don't forget you can support the pod for just $2 a month at the Patreon.

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James Sieber's dawn of a new life

Season 1 · Episode 11

Saturday, May 27, 2023 • Duration 01:37:50

James Sieber is the 2023 Archie winner down at Mt Buller, but his journey to this point is one of great interest.

Born into a family of skiiers, James gave up the sport and moved down under with his now wife Shivonne. This chat was a lot of fun, talking about technical downhill running, the Victorian Alpine region and winning blocks of wood!

James is a down to earth guy who is now giving back to the sport as a coach and it was a lot of fun to talk about his journey so far on the Peak2Soon Podcast, I know you'll all get a lot out of this one.

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