Author, journalist and runner Rose George joins Studmarks for a conversation about running, racing and the things we don’t always talk about.

We get into race cut-offs and what they really mean for runners, the experience of running through menopause, and the changing relationship we have with our bodies and the sport as we get older.

As ever, there’s plenty of chat about the wider culture of running too — where the rules come from, who they’re really for, and what happens when running doesn’t quite fit the neat version we’re often presented with.

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Archive Audio- Container Ship (1970)

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Continuing our series focusing on female runners, we sit down with Lindsay Buck, better known as the Wasdale Womble.

Lindsay reflects on her journey through fell running, how she became one of the sport’s best-known litter pickers, and why giving something back to the hills matters just as much as racing over them. We also settle the important question of the best fell shoe… although the answer won’t come as much of a surprise to regular listeners.

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Archive Audio- The Wombles (1973)

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In this episode of Studmarks, we’re joined by Richard Kyle Northey, Managing Director of Durham Mountaineering, to tell the story of a much-loved British outdoor brand.

Founded in 1981 by Durham physics teacher Joe Davison, the company grew from a back room in Neville’s Cross into a respected name in mountaineering, renowned for its handcrafted, custom-built clothing. Although the business closed in 2003, its legacy lived on through the gear—and the people who still cherish it.

We discuss Joe’s legacy, the revival of Durham Mountaineering, and how the brand is staying true to its North East roots while looking to the future.

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Archive Audio- Mountaineering Begins at Home (1965)

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