Rolling, Not Scrolling: Community, Camaraderie and Durham Mums on the Run

Welcome to Week 12 of "Here Comes The Run" and we've got a special pod from on stage at Durham's wonderful Gala Theatre. Paula and Thommo welcome two incredible guests: North East England Mayor Kim McGuinness and Kate Macpherson, the founder of Durham Mums on the Run. The conversation celebrates the region's unmatched passion for sport, counting down to the Great North Run and hints at an ambitious idea for a future Olympic bid across the North. Kate shares the inspiring 12-year journey of her running community, showcasing how the group provides essential camaraderie, support for postnatal safety, and an inclusive space for women of all ages and backgrounds to stay active. From encouraging families to drop their phones and connect through sport to sharing a moving story of overcoming postnatal depression through the "power of the pack," this episode captures how running builds resilience and community. There's also chat about a thrilling Monaco Diamond League predictions for the upcoming London Diamond League - see if they got them right! They certainly didn't get the football right! If you want links to the events they spoke about, here's the Kielder Marathon: www.kieldermarathon.com The Durham City Run Festival site is here: www.durhamcityrunfestival.com PLUS we have a listener offer... Wild Nutrition are giving Paula’s Run Club listeners an exclusive 50% off for three months and a free personal consultation with a nutritional therapist. Just go to ⁠⁠https://wildnutrition.com/paula to get started. T&Cs apply We'd love to hear from you with your questions, comments and nominations for the Honour's Board which has now moved to The Shakeout episode on a Thursday. Don't forget you can also comment on the episode on YouTube. EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected] ⁠⁠⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices