That's Runnable

Running has been the dominant force in Tommy’s life for years. Ultra running, structured training, and long-term goals have provided purpose, direction, and meaning — and it remains something he takes seriously.
In this episode, Tommy reflects on the fine line between passion and obsession, and explores whether total commitment to running always protects that relationship, or whether it can sometimes quietly wear it down.
He speaks honestly about the feeling of it all becoming a bit much, the desire to explore other interests without guilt, and why this year he’s taking a more psychologically relaxed approach to something he still cares deeply about.
This episode isn’t about doing less. It’s about staying in love with running. For the long run.
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Jack Faint reflects on being diagnosed with a brain tumour in his mid-twenties while living in Australia - a moment that completely changed the trajectory of his life.
What followed was a deep period of questioning, exploration, and responsibility for how he wanted to live. That path has since led him to run the length of India, raising tens of thousands (£) for cancer charities.
In this episode, Tommy and Jack talk life, choice, responding to bad news, the mind–body connection, alternative medicine, and what it really means to move forward when nothing goes to plan.
A grounded, thoughtful conversation with someone who has lived - and continues to live - the questions most of us try not to ask.
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Find out more about the India Run: www.jackfaint.com
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Join Tommy for a reflective Christmas run whilst he discusses the importance of stepping back and taking a short break, the wrong way to reflect on 2025, and how the podcast will be changing in the New Year.
Happy New Year to everyone who listens to the Podcast.
RUN THE RUNNABLE & KEEP SHOWING UP FOR YOURSELF!
See you in 2026!
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TOUR DU MONT BLANC Join Tommy on That’s Runnable’s first in person experience, an all-inclusive trip to Mont Blanc!
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Catch up with Tommy outside in Richmond Park, London. In this episode, Tommy reflects on some personal highlights, 4 Lessons he’s learnt from 2025, and we look ahead at what’s to come from That’s Runnable.
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TOUR DU MONT BLANC Join Tommy on That’s Runnable’s first in person experience, an all-inclusive trip to Mont Blanc!
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Tommy and Josh dive back into the state of modern running: going Ghost Mode on Strava and whether frustration with the app actually says more about you, Josh’s marathon PB, if influencers deserve free race entries, and whether 2:30 is becoming the new sub 3. Get involved in the comments!
What would you like Josh and Tommy to riff on next?
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