Marathon Talk25 Huhti 2025

E68: Meet The Man Responsible For The Greatest Marathon Field We've Ever Seen: Spencer Barden

Welcome to a truly jam-packed episode of Marathon Talk this week, where we bring you all of the news from a thrilling weekend of racing at the Boston Marathon. From John Korir's incredible comeback after a shocking start-line tumble to Sharon Lokedi's course record.

We then head across the Atlantic to a preview of this weekend's TCS London Marathon, featuring an insane elite field that includes Eliud Kipchoge, Sifan Hassan and a potential world record showdown.

Plus we have an exclusive interview with Spencer Barden, Head of Elite Athletes at London Marathon Events, the mastermind behind assembling these Marathon stars.

In this episode of Marathon Talk:

0:00 - Martin & Deena share their personal running updates including spring weather, stargazing and hill-training
4:31 - Boston Marathon Review: We discuss the unique features of Boston such as the finish line area, pop-up shops and competitive nature.
11:21 - Men's Race Highlights including John Korir's back-to-back wins.
13:03 - Women's Race Highlights including Sharon Lokedi's course record.
17:56 - Martin & Deena discuss the excitement surrounding the TCS London Marathon including the star-studded fields.
24:53 - Spencer Barden: We meet the man responsible for the greatest marathon field we've ever seen, Head of Elite Athletes at London Marathon Events.
49:45 - Our notes from the community this week include a review of Boston race times, a prize for a lucky listener and another opportunity to be a winner!

Marathon Talk is proudly powered by Abbott World Marathon Majors, who create, build and support opportunities for all to discover the power of the marathon community. Learn more at https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/

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