Oct 1, 202615 min
Shift work is tough, its inconsistent and long hours, but can you I still train for and ultra on just 2 days a week ? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Allycast
Hosted by Steve O'Connor · sports · EN
About this Podcast:
This is your call to action. This show is for anyone stuck in the grind, feeling the itch to break free — and for those already chasing discomfort through rucking, running, endurance challenges, and outdoor living. We talk mindset, training, health, and how to live a life that’s less ordinary. If you’ve ever thought, “There’s more in me than this,” — you’re in the right place. Hosted by Steve O’Connor, military veteran, coach, and all-round resilience junkie — this podcast will push you to get off the sofa, out the door, and back in charge of your life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What is The Allycast about?
This is your call to action. This show is for anyone stuck in the grind, feeling the itch to break free, and for those already chasing discomfort through rucking, running, endurance challenges, and outdoor living. We talk mindset, training, health, and how to live a life that’s less ordinary.
Who hosts The Allycast?
The Allycast is hosted by Steve O'Connor. The show has published 72 episodes to date.
What has The Allycast covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Can I complete an Ultra Marathon on Just 2 days training a week" (1 October 2026, 15 minutes), "Andy Thompson Relentless" (1 October 2026, 48 minutes), and "Where is the Allycast going?" (1 October 2026, 8 minutes).
How often does The Allycast publish?
The Allycast publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 31 minutes across 72 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Allycast?
Booking probability for The Allycast is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Allycast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Allycast's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch The Allycast?
The strongest fits for The Allycast are Fitness, Golf & Recreation. The Allycast has a sports audience.
About the host
Steve O'Connor hosts The Allycast, a sports podcast with 72 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Episode #2
Andy Thompson Relentless
Oct 1, 202648 minS3Andy returns to the show, and we talk about being relentless in the second half of life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode #1
Where is the Allycast going ?
Oct 1, 20268 minS3Hi, this channel started out with endurance sports, and that's still part of me. But honestly, I'm at a crossroads." 'I'm looking at the second half of life, trying to figure out who I am now, not who I think people...
Episode #69
Beliefs and how they limit you
Jul 10, 20262 minThe only limits are the ones you place on yourself Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I'll be happy when
Jul 8, 20265 minI'll be happy when.... one of the saaddest phrases you tell yourself and its going to keep you miserable Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode #67
Consistency Bite-sized Episode
Jul 6, 20266 minWe change, and we evolve, and yet we seek consistency. It really is the secret sauce to success, but we need to frame it in the right way. Being consistent doesn't mean doing the same thing forever. It depends on the...
Episode #66
Tom Blakey First In Events
Jan 24, 202634 min🎙️ AllyCast – Tom Blakey | Building Events, Pressure, and Performance In this episode of AllyCast , I sit down with Tom Blakey , founder and owner of First In Events . Tom is the man behind some of the UK’s most...
Jan 11, 20261h 27mThis episode isn’t just about a race. It’s about what happens when the structure disappears. Ultra X Nevada was five days, 220km, brutal heat, isolation, sand, and self-doubt. But the real test didn’t start in the...
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#bitesized You're not broken
Dec 25, 20251 minYour problem isn’t discipline. It’s stress. Long hours. Poor sleep. Constant pressure. Your body isn’t failing — it’s protecting you. Fix the stress first. Then discipline sticks. DM RESET if you’re done going in...
Episode #64
Louise Goddard
Nov 14, 202555 min🎙️ The Long Haul Podcast – Episode with Louise Goddard In this episode, I sit down with Louise Goddard , one of the UK’s most determined ultra runners — someone who perfectly embodies the spirit of The Long Haul...
Episode #63
#63 Bitesize episode
Oct 10, 20254 minIn this short, honest episode, Steve O’Connor opens up about losing his identity and letting his standards slip — and what it takes to fight back. It’s a raw, real reflection on midlife, motivation, and the quiet...
Jul 10, 202550 minIn this episode of The Long Haul Podcast , Steve and Claire sit down with Jenn Phillips — outdoor leader, community builder, and founder of MJ Outdoor Adventures — for a powerful and honest conversation about menopause...
Jul 8, 20251h 2mEpisode Summary: In this inspiring episode, Claire and Steve sit down with Sarah Lister — a career coach who helps people reconnect with purpose and possibility through coaching and time in nature. As a qualified Hill...
Episode #60
Career Reinvention at 58: From Retirement to Podiatry Student – Andy Steel’s Comeback Story
Jun 20, 202559 minIn this inspiring episode of The Long Haul Podcast, We sit down with Andy Steel – a man who flipped the script at 58. After retiring from a successful career, Andy didn’t slow down. He went back to university to become...
Jun 13, 202543 minThe Long Haul Podcast | Episode [Insert Number] Guest: Lee Renner - Founder of Pilgrim Journey Backpacks & Clothing In this episode, I sit down with Lee Renner, the founder and creative mind behind Pilgrim Journey...
Jun 7, 202538 min"Midlife Crisis or Midlife Comeback? The Truth Men Need to Hear – with James Davis" 🎧 Episode Summary: Is midlife the beginning of the end... or the start of something powerful? In this episode of The Long Haul Podcast...
Episode #53
The Long Haul – Episode 57: Unbreakable – Green Beret Grit with Gregg McLeod of Green Beret Fitness
Jun 1, 202544 minS1🎙️ The Long Haul – Episode [XX]: Unbreakable – Green Beret Grit with Gregg McLeod of Green Beret Fitness This week on The Long Haul , I’m joined by Gregg McLeod, the powerhouse behind Green Beret Fitness (GBF). A...
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#55 Day 1 496 challenge. Why?
Feb 13, 20253 min1st day of taking on the 496 tombola challenge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 10, 202559 min❄️ DNF at 30 Miles: Lessons from the Spine Challenger ❄️ In my latest attempt at the Spine Challenger , Mother Nature had other plans. Waist-deep snow, brutal winds, and freezing conditions turned an already tough race...
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53 Bitesize Promises to yourself
Jan 24, 20254 minGet out of bed keep those promised to yourself and keep pushing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sarah Lister
author of Mountain Walks Kinder Scout, About The Adventure
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James Davis
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Malignant Hematology, State University of New York at Fredonia
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Martin Holmes
podcast co-host of 'A to Z of UK TV Drama', Vision On Sound
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Chris Cope
father, GP, ultramarathon runner, Police Digital Service
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