The Why I Run podcast from Red Bull celebrates the extraordinary and the everyday stories of running, to inspire you to pick up those running shoes and just get going! Runners of every skill level are welcome, from passionate regulars, to runners who struggle themselves to get out the door, and everyone in between. We had some incredible episodes in Season 1; an F1 driver, a writer, an activist, and a BMX rider, who discuss topics such as running to spend time with others (including your dog), running to clear your mind, even running to be creative and much more!In...
Latest episodes
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33 min
Introducing: How to Be Superhuman
If you love stories about going to the very edge of human endurance, then you’re in for a treat. We’ve just launched Season 3 of our adventure podcast How to Be Superhuman, with 12…
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24 min
Why I Run Special: Nims Purja – I run to achieve my goals
In this special one-off episode ahead of the 2024 Wings for Life World Run on May 5, Why I Run host Ayo Akinwolere sits down with the awe-inspiring Nims Purja. Nims is an ex-Ghurka…
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23 min
Bonus episode: Hear how the Wings for Life World Run 2023 went
Did you run with us this year in the Wings for Life World Run 2023? Even if you didn’t but are curious how it was for our hosts, Erin and Ayo, plus all the guests and listeners who…
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37 min
I run to break boundaries with runner Bobbi Gibb
It’s the last episode until the big run and we are going out with a bang with the inspirational Bobbi Gibb. Bobbi was the first woman ever to run the Boston marathon and her story…
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21 min
I run to listen… with a leading headphone technology expert
The simplicity of running is something we often praise on this podcast. Not needing anything but a pair of trainers and the outside world makes running one of the easiest sports fo…
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19 min
I run for the freedom with Japanese surfer Kanoa Igarashi
Kanoa Igarashi is one formidable surfer and loves running to help him keep agile for the waves. His name translates to the ‘the free one’, so naturally he loves running for the fre…
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4 min
Bonus Episode – Well Far Daily
Here’s something very special for all the Why I Run listeners. Hosted by Amy Lane, Well Far Daily is a daily dose of tips and tricks to help you crush your running goals, one day a…
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29 min
I run to switch my perspective with rock climber Emily Harrington
Erin talks with tenacious rock climber Emily Harrington. Emily fell in love with rock climbing when she was a child and has never looked back (or down!). She’s a force to be reckon…
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33 min
I run to celebrate myself with running coach Marcus Brown and comedian Helen Thorn
It’s always nice to find time to celebrate your wins and running should be no exception – two people who know this all too well are today’s guests, podcasters Marcus Brown and Hele…
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31 min
I run to live better with Scuderia AlphaTauri team principal Franz Tost
Franz Tost is the team principal of Formula One's Scuderia AlphaTauri, or as Ayo puts it, ‘the boss... the head honcho of the team’. Franz has a no-nonsense coaching style like no…
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25 min
I run to spread joy with web developer Jeric Yuen
London-based web developer and running enthusiast Jeric Yuen shares his passion for GPS art – making pictures out of running routes. Host Erin Azar hears all about how the idea cam…
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29 min
I run for the challenge with freerunner Hazal Nehir
Jumping across rooftops is all in a day’s work for the world’s foremost female freerunner, yet Hazal Nehir claims running is a lot tougher. Known for her gravity-defying acrobatics…
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20 min
I run through the ups and downs with TikTokker Jimmy Jan
We all have good days, bad days, a rough patch or a few months of feeling on top of the world – perhaps no one more so than Australian TikTokker Jimmy Jan. In this episode, Jimmy s…
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29 min
I run for the inner buzz with Ironman triathlete Lucy Charles-Barclay
Ever had a natural buzz after really pushing yourself at something? Well that’s achievable no matter who you are according to this week’s guest, multiple Ironman champion Lucy Char…
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24 min
I run for simplicity with US Team Skipper Jimmy Spithill
It’s our first episode of season 2 and hosts Erin Azar and Ayo Akinwolere couldn’t be more excited about it. To mark this ceremonious occasion, Ayo chats with highly decorated yach…
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2 min
What to expect from Season 2
We’re back with Season 2! The Why I Run podcast from Red Bull celebrates the extraordinary and the everyday stories of running, to inspire you to pick up those running shoes and ju…
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24 min
Bonus episode: Hear how the Wings for Life World Run 2022 went
Erin and Ayo, along with over 161,892 participants from 192 nations at runs in 165 countries around the globe, were part of the ninth annual edition of the Wings for Life World Run…
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39 min
I run for those who can't with Olympic hurdler Colin Jackson and wheelchair tennis player Nico Langmann
It’s our last episode before the Wings for Life World Run on Sunday May 8! Erin and Ayo sit down for a round-table chat with international sports director and record-breaking Olymp…
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39 min
I run for fun with Wesley Butstraen
This week is all about putting the fun back into your run. Erin and Ayo speak to Wesley Butstraen. If you’ve ever encountered a big bearded man in a bright pink suit on a Wings for…
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38 min
I run to connect with my environment with climber Sasha DiGiulian and runner Erik Ahlström
Climber Sasha DiGiulian and runner Erik Ahlström join hosts Erin and Ayo to explore the connection between running and nature. Sasha is a world champion professional rock climber f…