The Power Playlist! with Founder of parkrun Paul Sinton-Hewitt

This episode features Paul Sinton-Hewitt, the founder of parkrun, who is humorously referred to as the 'king of parkrun.' He shares his unique approach to running, stating that he prefers to immerse himself in nature rather than listen to music as he runs. Although he doesn't listen to music when running, he does enjoy genres like rock and can appreciate energizing music from bands like ELO and Black Sabbath for motivation.

Sinton-Hewitt does enjoy a diverse range of music but emphasizes that his running routine is all about being in touch with the outdoors. He discusses preferred podcasts, highlighting 'The Rest is Politics' and 'The Science of Sport' as his go-to listens to stay informed about sports and current events. The conversation also touches upon his relaxed attitude toward food, mentioning that after a run, he typically enjoys a croissant or slice of toast with coffee. The episode concludes with a light-hearted tone as Sinton-Hewitt encourages listeners to enjoy the outdoors and consider the recommendations shared during their runs.