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Baroness Tanni Grey Thompson - 'Going For Gold'

RunPod's 'Going For Gold' is in full swing, and Jenni is overjoyed to be joined by the extraordinary Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson.Tanni is not just any athlete; she’s one of Britain’s most decorated Paralympians, with a jaw-dropping tally of 11 Golds, 4 Silvers, and 1 Bronze over five Paralympic Games.In 2005, she was honoured as Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson for her remarkable contributions to sport, and in 2010, she ascended to the House of Lords as Baroness Grey-Thompson of Eaglescliffe.Tune in to discover Tanni's passionate advocacy for women's sports, her incredible record of winning the London Marathon 9 times, and the hilarious story behind her memorable experience being hoisted up on a wire at the 2012 London Olympic Games.

Welcome to RunPod, the weekly run club you can join simply by listening. In this series Jenni Falconer welcomes special guests who share that passion for running. Together they’ll discuss the challenge, reward and sometimes obsession of pounding the pavement whilst asking what drives us to run, why some catch the bug more than others, and how it can transform the lives of those who do it. Along the way, you'll hear top training tips, monumental mistakes and some inspirational stories. So, whether you’re a seasoned marathoner, treadmill trainer, fitness guru or simply putting off that Sunday jog, RunPod is here for you.