
Caroline Livesey is the co-host today with Mark. In this episode they discuss what it's like to ride the longest payed cycle road in the world. The Alto el SifonAlto el Sifon from Padilla. Finish Laguna Negro cafe. (finish point 4036m altitude)93km, 4150m altitude at highest summit, 3520m gained. This was the previous climb:Alto de Letras.From Mariquita. 80km, 3690m altitude at the summit, 3220m gained in the ride. Caroline and Mark then go on to discuss the T100 world series that took place in Miami. Mark doesn't hold back, so strap in and buckle up.
Mar 10, 2024
1 hr 14 min

In today's episode Mark finally gets David McNamee on the podcast to chat about his inclusion to race the new T100 series. To break the ice Mark starts this inteveiw with a short Scottish quiz (play at home). After 10 years in Spain has David lost some of his Scottishness? In addition, Mark and Caroline discuss the Transcordilleras 8 stage garvel race in Colombia which they both undertook last week. Enjoy!
Feb 26, 2024
1 hr 37 min

A packed show today with prize announcements, race reports, a quick catch up with Tim Heming where we discuss the recent PTO T100 anouncment. Mark also catches up with Will and Dave who have created My Trii Ranking. This is a new British ranking system including elites that allows you to compare and rank your Olympic and Sprint triathlon results.
Feb 5, 2024
1 hr 28 min

Mark catches up with friend Lucy Gossage who decided she'd like to have a stab at the Winter Spine Race.The Winter spine race is a brutal 268 miles following the beautiful Penneine Way. It's already regarded as the most difficult endurance running events in the UK. Lucy is no stranger to suffering as she was one of the best long course triathletes in the world. Listen to the Lucy describe hitting the very limits of her endurance and resilience. Lucy also started Move against Cancer charirty. If you'd like to donate hit the link below. https://www.justgiving.com/page/lucy-gossage-spine-move
Jan 27, 2024
1 hr 10 min

In today’s s episode Lucy Gossage starts the show with a short message describing her reasons for entering the winter Spine race. The race is 268 miles of non stop running adventure along the Pennine way. Mark announces the lucky winner of the Group Evolution training Camp in June. Mark also mentions all the other great prizes you could win if you become a patron of the show. Mark's guest is Commonwealth gold medalist Jodie Stimpson who is looking at making her mark on the 70.3/middle distance triathlon circuit. Enjoy!
Jan 14, 2024
1 hr 9 min

Something a little different to start 2024. Mark catches up with Mr Daniel Slosberg who has done some extensive reserch into the integrity and legitimacy regarding Diana Nyad's swim from Cuba to the USA. Netfix recently released a film documenting this world record achievemnt. Once Daniel started he couldn't stop, and it apears Diana has a long history of half truths and lies. You can read for yourself here https://nyadfactcheck.com/Don't forget to win any prize you need to become a patron of the show. https://www.patreon.com/checkout/thebricksession?rid=0If you'd like to dontate to the Two Nepal children to continue thier education please donate herehttps://www.gofundme.com/f/help-fund-education-for-two-children-in-nepal
Jan 5, 2024
1 hr 32 min

A packed show today with special guest Mr John Lunt who was the founder of the Human Race events (plus a whole lot more). Due to John being shit hot at what he does, and for having supreme attention to detail he was asked to oversee the Olympic Games Triathlon back at Lonodon - 2012. A true legend of the sport. Mark and John discuss the old days of triathlon and what the future possibly holds. You'll also hear two great race reports from this years Patagonam extreme triathlon. One from Laura Siddal (female winner 2023), and Ian Hastings who only took up triathlon just over one year ago. Well worth a listen if you fancy this event. To help 2 Nepalise children to have an education. Please donate to our awesome cause here PRIZES TO WIN £200 of Precision Fuel and Hydration Group Evolution training Camp Treacle Velo training Camp Hiru Cyle Kit worth £150.00 Free entries into any Outlaw eveny in 2024 To be in the mix for any of the prizes you need to become a parton. Become a Patron here
Dec 9, 2023
2 hr 9 min

A packed show today including a race report form Elite Triathlete Emma Pallant Brown who just bagged the 70.3 IM event in SA. Mark chats to Andrew Clarke who shares his experience and tips on how to get back entry money from event organisers who fail to honour their races. In addition to this Mark picks Barry Williams brains (sports scientist) about the latest tech available for coaches, but also his personal observations regarding carbon shoes. Do they actally offer the benifits they claim? PRIZES FOR PATRONS - FREE TRAINING CAMPS Group Evolution - 3-9 June 2024 Treacle Velo - 2-9 Sept 2024 https://www.treaclevelo.com/£200 FREE nutrition with Precision Fuel and Hyration Become a patron HERE50% off the X-Out - Race details here
Nov 28, 2023
1 hr 27 min

Mark catches up with triathlon journalist Tim Heming fresh from his trip to Kona. Tim and Mark cover a few of the most recents news stories from the world of triathlon, including RANTS along the way.Enjoy!https://www.treaclevelo.com/https://groupevolution.com/sports/https://www.xtriworldtour.com/x-out
Nov 22, 2023
1 hr 33 min

Mark ctaches up with Havard graduate and elite triathlete Hugo Milner. Hugo recently won a world triathlon cup event in Japan. Is this his breakthrough race, does he now have what it takes to race at the very highest level, including the Olympics? Oh, and this young man can run like the wind.... Make sure to play the Hugo quiz at the start of the interview. Become a patron of the show here - https://www.patreon.com/checkout/thebricksession?rid=0and you could win some fabulous prizes including FREE training camps with Treacle Velo and Group Evolution. You'll also get your chance to recieve £200 worth of precision fule and hydration nutrition.Mark is also working hard to try and get patrons a FREE entry into X OUT triathlon event in Montenegro. More details here - https://www.xtriworldtour.com/x-outGroup Evoluntion - link https://groupevolution.com/Treacle Velo link - https://www.treaclevelo.com/https://www.precisionhydration.com/eu/en/
Nov 5, 2023
1 hr 10 min
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