Matt Paul is an ultra-runner with a simple rule: keep it fun. He got into running to deal with stress—and it escalated fast, from his first marathon to running 110 miles across the country, then somehow lining up for the Cardiff Half with basically no prep.But there’s a heavier side to this story too. Matt opens up about how stress contributed to a severe skin condition that left him in intense pain and took off most of his skin. We talk about what that did to his mindset, how running became both release and rebellion, and why fun isn’t a lack of seriousness—it’s the thing that keeps him moving forward.

Joe Lydon completed the Unstable Slam—six ultras in six months, ontop of a 200-miler and two 100-milers—and he’ll be the first to tell you he’s not physically special. What he does have is a mindset that refuses to quit.In this episode, we break down what it takes to keep showing up when you’re tired, sore, and doubting yourself—how Joe thinks about pain, progress, and commitment, and why consistency beats talent when the miles get serious. If you’ve ever looked at a huge challenge and thought “that’s not for people like me,” this conversation will change your perspective.

Matt Roberts is the kind of person who doesn’t just take on a challenge—he stacks them. In this episode, we talk about his mission to climb the tallest mountains across the British Isles and cycle between them, what it takes to keep moving when the novelty wears off, and why he’s drawn to projects that are equal parts adventure and suffering.We also get into the stranger side of endurance—like staying in a sauna for hours—plus the grind of the Lochaber 4000s, and what these experiences teach him about mindset, resilience, and what’s possible when you commit fully. If you love big days in the mountains and the psychology behind pushing limits, you’ll love this one.