Explore every episode of the podcast The Inside Track
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| Episode 57 - Coaching relationships, athlete recognition and success on the roads! | 09 oct. 2026 | 00:28:53 | |
In this episode, Eilidh and Susan take a look at some of the recent performances on the road, including Eilish McColgan, Jamie Crowe and Megan Keith. They also celebrate the announcement of Josh Kerr being nominated for World Athletics Male Athlete of the Year and discuss what they think his chances are. Lastly, the two look back at the coaching relationship of Andy Young and his athletes, after recent social media remarks have brought things back to the surface. As always listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 56 - Ultimate World Champs, Record Miles and that advert... | 18 sept. 2026 | 00:30:34 | |
In the latest episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at the Ultimate World Championships - the highs, the lows, what worked and what didn't. They also discuss Jemma Reekie's latest success over the mile and Josh Kerr's impressive performances (which make him their favourite for SPOTY!) The pair also delve into the controversial Sydney Sweeney advert and discuss what impact, if any, it could have on women's sport. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 55 - Inside Athletics Communications with Peter Jardine | 03 sept. 2026 | 00:44:25 | |
In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan are joined by Scottish Athletics’ Head of Communications, Peter Jardine. Peter shares his thoughts on the current generation of Scottish athletes and gives an insight into what it takes to tell the stories of athletes at every level, from grassroots through to world-class. Eilidh and Susan also look back on some recent events before turning their attention to the World Athletics Ultimate Championships, including the much-anticipated head-to-head between Josh Kerr and Jakob Ingebrigtsen. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 54 - Recapping the European Championships | 18 août 2026 | 00:45:25 | |
In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back on an incredible week of athletics, they discuss the medal moments, the Scottish performances, their highlights and give their overall take on how successful the championships were. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 53 - Looking back at Glasgow 2026 | 06 août 2026 | 00:53:16 | |
In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at the Commonwealth Games and in particular the incredible mile win for Josh Kerr. They also look back at Team Scotland's performance as a whole, including the other medallists, Mel Woods, Ben Sandilands, Steven Bryce, Megan Keith and Stephen Mackenzie. Finally they discuss the Games as a whole, how successful they were and what the future look like for them. As always listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 52 - JOSH KERR - WORLD RECORD HOLDER | 21 juil. 2026 | 00:32:43 | |
Fresh off the weekend and the amazing achievements of Josh Kerr, Eilidh and Susan look back on that incredible mile World Record. They also look back at the other notable performances from the London Athletics meet and look ahead to the Commonwealth Games starting next week. As always, listen, enjoy and share. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 51 - British Champs and the Team Scotland Athletics Squad | 26 juin 2026 | 00:28:32 | |
In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at the British Championships and the Scots who performed. Notable performances came from defending champion Sarah Calvert, Jake Wightman in the 800m and a new Scottish Record from Stephen MacKenzie in the long jump. Today has also seen the announcement of the Team Scotland Athletics Squad for the Commonwealth Games, so Eilidh and Susan discuss how the team looks ahead of the games. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 50 - Results, controversial statements and who will be part of Team Scotland? | 05 juin 2026 | 00:36:18 | |
For the 50th episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at some of the recent results from Scottish Athletes across the globe, notable names include Laura Muir, Jemma Reekie, Jake Wightman, Josh Kerr and Megan Keith. The two also look at some slightly controversial headlines from the past couple of weeks including the impact of The Enhanced Games and the statement from IOC President, Kirsty Coventry. Finally, with the Scottish Athletics team to be picked for the Commonwealth Games next week, who will be on the team? As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 49 - Results, Nerves, Proteges and lot's more! | 14 mai 2026 | 00:29:28 | |
In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back over the World Relay champs, discuss recent results from our Scottish athletes as well as look at some of the more unusual discussions going on in the Athletics World! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 48 - London Marathon Magic! | 29 avr. 2026 | 00:35:30 | |
In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at the amazing moments from the London Marathon, including the history making moment of Sabastian Sawe breaking the 2 hour barrier. They also discuss the heroic efforts from Eilish McColgan and Weynay Ghebresilasie's new Scottish Record. Elsewhere, Eilidh and Susan look ahead to the World Relay Championships, which will take place this weekend and the Scots who will feature. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 47 - Gold Medals, WR Attempts, Twitter Wars & Comebacks! | 01 avr. 2026 | 00:31:17 | |
In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at the World Indoors, in particular the gold medal winning performance from Josh Kerr and the inclusion of Keely Hodgkinson in the 4x400m relay. The two also look at the recent resurgence from Andy Butchart, Josh Kerr's World Record attempt, the possibility of the World Championships coming to London plus the latest announcement from the IOC regarding the ban on trans women and DSD athletes from the Olympics. As always, listen, enjoy and share. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 46 - 4x400 Prospects, Half Marathon Debuts and the World Indoors | 16 mars 2026 | 00:37:11 | |
In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at the recent Scottish Athletics Invitational meet and discuss the prospect of Keely Hodgkinson being part of the British 4x400m team. The two also look towards the World Indoor Championships and discuss which athletes will be the ones to watch. Other topics include, Sammi Kinghorn's recent pregnancy announcement, Megan Keith's half marathon debut and the never-ending saga of Grand Slam Track. Listen, enjoy and share. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 45 - Megan Keith, Role Models and World Records | 26 févr. 2026 | 00:35:10 | |
In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at Megan Keith's incredible 10km European Record and discuss where her future may lie on the road. The two also look back at the British Indoor Championships, the impact of Laura Muir racing at the National Cross Country Championships and Keely Hodgkinson's amazing World Record (plus lots more!). As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 44 - The Indoor Season Kicks Off! | 03 févr. 2026 | 00:31:53 | |
In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan discuss all things indoors. They look back at the recent Scottish Athletics EAP Meeting, The Millrose Games and look ahead to the British Indoor Championships. Recent athlete performances include, Alyson Bell, Josh Kerr, Jake Wightman, Jemma Reekie, Nikki Manson, Eilish McColgan, Rebecca Grieve and lot's more! As always listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 43 - What do we think our athletes can do in 2026? | 19 janv. 2026 | 00:34:38 | |
In the first episode of the new year, Eilidh and Susan discuss some of the recent performances from Scottish athletes, including a European record from Eilish McColgan and a Scottish Record from Andy Butchart. Other talking points include, the surprising announcement that British athlete Reece Prescod will be joining the Enhanced Games, the athletes Eilidh and Susan expect to appear during the indoor season and finally, what the year may look like with two home championships to look forward to. As always, listen, enjoy and share. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 42 - Looking back at the 2025 season (part 2) - The Rest of the World! | 15 déc. 2025 | 00:28:33 | |
In part 2 of the 2025 season review, Eilidh and Susan look back at those performances outwith the Scots and give their take on the best and worst moments of the year. As well as discussing the impact of new initiatives such as Grand Slam Track. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 41 - Looking back at the 2025 season (Part 1) - The Scots! | 01 déc. 2025 | 00:38:20 | |
In the first of a two part look back at the 2025 season, Eilidh and Susan focus on the Scottish Athletes during this episode. From World Indoors, the London Marathon, British Champs and finally the World and Para World Championships - they look back at the Scots who shined. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 40 - The dreaded "D" word again! | 04 nov. 2025 | 00:40:51 | |
This week, with the majority of athletes just getting back into Winter training and competitions being quiet, Eilidh and Susan decided to chat more about doping within athletics. After the recent 3 year ban given to Kenyan athlete (and current marathon world record holder) Ruth Chepng'etich, the two discuss whether enough is being done in the sport to protect clean athletes and should there be tougher sanctions. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 39 - Stealing the essence of sport? Coaching bans and The Enhanced Games. | 10 oct. 2025 | 00:36:59 | |
In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at the World Para Athletics championships and discuss the 3 Scots who were part of the team. The two also discuss the recent news regarding Laura Muir's former coach, Andy Young, who received a three year ban from the sport due to serious misconduct. The discussion raises the issue of performance versus athlete welfare and whether there needs to be changes made to ensure athletes are protected and safe. Finally, Eilidh and Susan also chat about The Enhanced Games and the recent addition of athlete, Fred Kerley, who is currently serving a suspension due to an anti-doing whereabouts failure. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 38 - Jake Wightman is back - our World Champs review! | 24 sept. 2025 | 00:45:21 | |
In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at the World Championships and give their take on the Scot’s and the overall British Athletics performances. Not surprisingly, most of the discussion is taken up by the men’s 1500m and that amazing silver medal won by Jake Wightman! As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 37 - World Championships Preview! | 08 sept. 2025 | 00:34:42 | |
In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look ahead to the World Championships and give their predictions on the ones to watch and which Scots they believe will bring home medals! The World Athletics Championships take place in Tokyo, Japan from the 13th - 21st of September. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 36 - British Champs Review, Keely Returns, Doping Bans and Being Better! | 21 août 2025 | 00:34:25 | |
In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at the British Championships and discuss how many of their predictions came true. They also look at the impact of rising star Sarah Calvert and her surprise victory over Laura Muir. Other topics covered this week include the return of Olympic Champion, Keely Hodgkinson and the recent doping ban given to American sprinter, Fred Kerley, for missing three anti-doping tests. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 35 - London DL, British Champs, Doubling Up, Doping and Glasgow 2026! | 30 juil. 2025 | 00:53:11 | |
In this bumper episode, Eilidh and Susan cover a lot of recent performances and discussion points in the world of athletics. Including covering Scottish performances from the London Diamond League and Euro U23s. They look forward to the British Championships, the head to heads, who will double up and who they believe will secure their spot for the World Championships. Finally, the two also discuss the recent doping violation from Kenyan athlete Ruth Chipngetich as well as the current progress of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 34 - Diamond Leagues, head to heads, and looking forward to London! | 16 juil. 2025 | 00:31:43 | |
In this episode, Eilidh and Susan discuss the recent performances from Scottish Athletes across the globe, including Jake Wightman, Neil Gourley, Brodie Young, Megan Keith, Jemma Reekie and the welcome return of Laura Muir. They also look back at Faith Kipyegon's 4 minute mile attempt and give their opinions on whether this is a target that can be achieved. Finally, the two discuss some of the recent controversy surrounding Grand Slam Track and the payment of athletes. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 33 - Returns, CWG Standards, the future of Grand Slam Track and can Kipyegon go sub 4? | 20 juin 2025 | 00:37:09 | |
In this episode, Eilidh and Susan discuss the recent Scottish performances, which include a number of Commonwealth Games standards and injury returns. Athletes such as, Megan Keith, Jemma Reekie, Alisha Rees, Sarah Tait, Sarah Calvert and Eloise Walker. They also look at the future of the Grand Slam Track series, given the last competition of the series has been cancelled. Finally Eilidh and Susan give their predictions on whether they believe Faith Kipyegon can be the first female in history, to break the 4 minute barrier in the mile. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 32 - Jake returns, Scottish Athletes shine & Grand Slam Track makes some changes! | 29 mai 2025 | 00:35:57 | |
In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at the Scottish Athletes which have kicked off their 2025 season, including Jake Wightman, Jemma Reekie, Alisha Rees, Ben Potrykus and Scout Adkin. They also look ahead to the third Grand Slam Track event and look at some of the tweaks and changes that have been made. Finally they discuss the controversial concept of The Enhanced Games and what that might mean for sport going forward. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 31 - Eilish in London, Grand Slam Track review and lot's more! | 02 mai 2025 | 00:36:20 | |
In this latest episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at Eilish's McColgan's impressive marathon debut in London as well as Sammi Kinghorn's performance, and chat through her mentality towards choosing to race the marathon. They also look back at the first Grand Slam Track event and give their views on how successful the new Michael Johnson concept went. Other topics this week include, Usain Bolt appearing on Justin Gatlin's podcast and when the other Scots may open up their season given the World Champs are in September. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 30 - World Silver for Neil, Wave Lights Part 2 and looking ahead to Grand Slam Track! | 02 avr. 2025 | 00:37:10 | |
In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at that brilliant silver medal winning moment for Neil Gourley at the World Indoor Championships. They also share feedback from listeners regarding Episode 29 and the use of wave lights at a championships. Finally they look ahead to this weekend and the new event, Grand Slam Track, created by Michael Johnson, and share their views on what they hope and expect the competition to bring. *Other topics discussed this week also include, Eilish's McColgan's 10k, the return of Callum Hawkins and Megan Keith, the European Road Running Champs and Beth Potter. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 29 - Euro Indoors, the wave lights debate, social media abuse and lots more! | 16 mars 2025 | 00:33:17 | |
In the latest episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back on the European Indoor Championships. They discuss the Scots who performed and give their opinions on the use of wave lights at a championships. (This may be the first time you hear Eilidh have a real negative rant!). Outwith the action on the track, the two discuss the recent coaching split of Jake Wightman and his dad Geoff. Plus the disgusting abuse that has been targeted at Eilish McColgan after she recently posted a photo of herself running on Instagram. As always, listen, enjoy and share! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 28 - British Champs, The Keely Klassic and who will make the European Indoor team? | 18 févr. 2025 | 00:39:32 | |
In episode 28 of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at some of the recent indoor performances from Scottish Athletes and look ahead to the British Indoor Championships this weekend. The two also give their views on the new indoor event, The Keely Klassic, named after Olympic Champion, Keely Hodgkinson. Inevitably this leads to discussions around the current state of athletics and TV coverage of events. As always, listen, enjoy and share. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 27 - Injury returns, coaching changes and international athletics back in Glasgow! | 30 janv. 2025 | 00:33:11 | |
In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at some of the early indoor results and preview this weekend's international taking place at the Emirates Arena in Glasgow, where we will see the return of Zoey Clark and Alyson Bell. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 26 - What will the 2025 season bring? | 13 janv. 2025 | 00:48:11 | |
In the first episode of 2025, Eilidh and Susan look ahead to the season and discuss the current crop of Scottish athletes. Who do they believe we should be looking out for? Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 25 - What impact will Grand Slam Track have on athletics? | 13 déc. 2024 | 00:45:13 | |
In the final podcast episode of 2024, Eilidh and Susan discuss the current status of athletics globally and give their take on Michael Johnson's new global league athletics event - Grand Slam Track. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 24 - Who said the off-season was quiet? | 14 nov. 2024 | 00:42:04 | |
In episode 24 of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look at the various topics happening during the off-season. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 23 - Commonwealth Games, the Marathon World Record and that dreaded D word again! | 29 oct. 2024 | 00:35:02 | |
In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan give the latest updates from the Commonwealth Games, including the sports that have been included, what made it and what was left out. Funding announcements, will all the Scots be happy? Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 22 - The Commonwealth Games are coming back to Glasgow! | 03 oct. 2024 | 00:41:02 | |
10 years on from Glasgow 2014, Eilidh and Susan discuss the prospect of the Commonwealth Games coming back to Glasgow in 2026. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 21 - Looking back at the 2024 season. | 20 sept. 2024 | 00:35:55 | |
In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at the diamond league final and give their take on the 2024 athletics season as a whole. The two discuss their favourite moments both from a Scottish point of view and internationally, the low moments, biggest stories, disappointments, memorable moments and lot’s more! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 20 - Super Sammi, Post Champs Performances, Vaulters v Hurdlers plus lot's more! | 09 sept. 2024 | 00:33:43 | |
In Episode 20 of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at the Paralympics and the Scottish performances, most notably the 5 medals won by Sammi Kinghorn, which included her first Paralympic Title in the T53 100m. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 19 - Looking back at Paris as the Scots women shine! | 13 août 2024 | 00:39:40 | |
In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back over the last week of Athletics from Paris, the last of the Scottish athletes who still had to compete, as well as discuss the Olympics as a whole and their favourite (non-scottish) moments! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 18 - What happened in that 1500?! | 07 août 2024 | 00:41:41 | |
Eilidh and Susan are straight out of the blocks with this episode, literally less than an hour after Josh Kerr's 1500m heroics at the olympics, the two got together to give their views. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 17 - The Olympics Preview | 01 août 2024 | 00:39:12 | |
We are here, on the eve of the track and field action starting, Eilidh and Susan discuss all the Scots who will be competing in Paris and give their thoughts on who could do what at the Games. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Looking back at Glasgow 2014 with the Renicks Sisters | 24 juil. 2024 | 00:47:47 | |
On the opening night of Glasgow 2014, Kimberley Renicks won Team Scotland's first gold medal of the championships, followed around 63 minutes later by her older sister Louise, also winning gold. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 16 - Heading down the home straight towards the Olympics! | 17 juil. 2024 | 00:27:25 | |
In this episode, Eilidh and Susan discuss the final selection choices for the Scots going to Paris and look at the final preparations leading into this weekend's diamond league in London and onwards to the Olympics. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 15 - Olympic Trials Debrief! | 01 juil. 2024 | 00:41:30 | |
Fresh off the back of the Olympic trials, Eilidh and Susan discuss the Scot's who performed and booked their tickets to Paris. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 14 - The rollercoaster of Rome and the countdown to Olympic trials! | 19 juin 2024 | 00:43:22 | |
In this week's episode, Eilidh and Susan look back to the European Championships and the mixed fortunes of the Scots who competed. They then look ahead to the British Championships/Olympic Trials which take place on the 29th/30th June and predict how many Scots they think will make Team GB for the Paris Olympic Games. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Looking back at Glasgow 2014 with Charlie Flynn | 14 juin 2024 | 00:26:40 | |
"I'm buzzing like a jar of wasps" and "The mail man delivers, once again!" just some of the iconic quotes from Charlie Flynn during the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 13 - Eugene Euphoria and Magic Megan as the Scots prepare for the Games! | 28 mai 2024 | 00:40:10 | |
In the latest episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back to The Night of the 10ks and that amazing performance from Megan Keith, which stamped her passport for the Olympic Games. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Looking back at Glasgow 2014 with Hannah Miley | 16 mai 2024 | 00:54:53 | |
Eilidh and Susan are back with another Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games special and their guest for this episode is, Commonwealth Swimming Champion, Hannah Miley. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Episode 12 - Opening Races, Olympic Qualifiers, Prize Money, Injuries and Comebacks! | 26 avr. 2024 | 00:38:14 | |
Eilidh and Susan are back discussing all things athletics and the 2024 season, looking ahead towards the Olympic Games. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||
| Looking back at Glasgow 2014 with Lynsey Sharp | 16 avr. 2024 | 00:43:24 | |
In episode 2 of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games specials, Eilidh and Susan sit down with Lynsey Sharp and relive her emotional and dramatic silver medal performance in the 800m. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff | |||