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TOUGH GIRL PODCAST 2025

The Tough Girl podcast is all about motivating and inspiring you, while increasing amount of female role models in the media especially in relation to adventure and physical challenges. 

The TGP  has won 3 awards! The Women's Sports Trust #BeAGameChanger National Award for Media Initiative of the Year (2018). The Shextreme Best Adventure Podcast Award (2019) and  the best Adventure Sports Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards 2022.

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Charlotte Fisher

Charlotte Fisher

From Zero Running Experience to Elite Ultra Runner *** 27th November ***

Paula Ralph

Paula Ralph

Cycling Solo from Cape Town to Nordkapp: 12,290 km Across 17 Countries - When Everything Seemed Impossible *** 25th November ***

Sharon Jessop

Sharon Jessop

Ultra-Endurance Runner & Conservationist: Running 3,500 Miles Across Africa for Rhino Conservation *** 18th November ***

Regine Goh

Regine Goh

National Triathlete from Singapore, Endurance Athlete & Gen-Z Speaker on Consistency, Resilience, and Peak Performance *** 11th November ***

Anna Humphries

Anna Humphries

Adventurer, Expedition Leader & Founder of The Mountain Girl: Inspiring Confidence, Connection & Courage in the Wild *** 4th November ***

Margie Goldsmith

Margie Goldsmith

Becoming a Badass: From Fearful to Fierce at 81 – Adventures, Confidence & Living Life Boldly *** 28th October ***

Veronica White

Veronica White

PhD Student, Cycling 2,000 Miles Across England: Exploring the Future of Farming Through Women’s Perspectives *** 21st October ***

Preet Chandi MBE

Preet Chandi MBE

Breaking Boundaries: World Record-Breaking Polar Explorer Inspiring the Next Generation *** 16th October ***

Robyn Godfrey

Robyn Godfrey

Running the World: A Runner's Odyssey of Struggle and Triumph in the World Marathon Majors *** 14th October ***

Julie Weiss

Julie Weiss

The Marathon Goddess: 52 Marathons in 52 Weeks for Pancreatic Cancer & a Legacy of Hope *** 9th October ***

Susan Norman

Susan Norman

A Life Saved by the River: Risk, Adventure, and the Power of Trusting Yourself *** 7th October ***

Vedangi Kulkarni

Vedangi Kulkarni

Round the World (Again): Records, Setbacks & Resilience on Two Wheels *** 30th September ***

Tiphaine Muller

Tiphaine Muller

Alps to Himalayas: Cycling Across Continents & Trekking the Great Himalaya Trail in Nepal *** 23rd September ***

Jenn Phillips

Jenn Phillips

From Medical Menopause to Trail Leader: One Woman’s Journey to Outdoor Empowerment *** 18th September ***

Hilde Dosogne

Hilde Dosogne

Marathon Woman 366: Running 366 Marathons in a Year at Age 55 to Break a Guinness World Record *** 16th September ***

Dr Rosa Vasquez Espinoza

Dr Rosa Vasquez Espinoza

National Geographic Explorer, Amazon Scientist & Advocate for Indigenous Wisdom and Biodiversity *** 9th September ***

Sophie Pierce

Sophie Pierce

First person with Cystic Fibrosis to row an ocean *** 2nd September ***

Emma Wilkinson

Emma Wilkinson

Freelance Health Journalist, Ultra Runner & Co-Author of Ultra Women: The Trailblazers Defying Sexism in Sport *** 26th August ***

Lily Canter

Lily Canter

Ultra Runner, Women’s Running Coach & Co-Author of Ultra Women: The Trailblazers Defying Sexism in Sport *** 19th August ***

Tania Carmona

Tania Carmona

First Mexican Athlete to Complete the 5 Deserts Grand Slam: Ultrarunner, Coach, and Podcaster *** 12th August ***

Dr Sarah Ruggins

Dr Sarah Ruggins

Record-Breaking Endurance Cyclist on Pushing Limits, Managing Pain, and the Power of Aggressive Patience *** 5th August ***

Sarah Williams

Sarah Williams

800th Episode Special – 10 Years of the Tough Girl Podcast, 7,400 Miles of Adventure & What’s Coming Next! *** 4th August ***

Tia Banks

Tia Banks

From Pro Athlete to Mountaineer: Climbing the 7 Volcanic Summits and Teaching Resilience Through Adventure *** 4th August ***

Sharon Evans

Sharon Evans

Walking New Zealand’s 3,000km Te Araroa Trail at 58 and Inspiring Women to Embrace Outdoor Adventure *** 4th August ***

Ioana Barbu

Ioana Barbu

Ultra Runner - Winning the Ice & Highland Ultra and Tackling the Beyond the Ultimate Series in One Year. *** 4th August ***

Nicola Hardy

Nicola Hardy

Munro Bagger, Outdoor Writer & Author of Peak Bagging Munros *** 31st July ***

Ebaide Joy Udoh

Ebaide Joy Udoh

Breaking Records on Two Wheels: A Solo Motorcycle Journey Across Africa *** 29th July ***

Christine Reed

Christine Reed

Long-Distance Backpacker & Author of Blood Sweat Tears | Stories of Healing, Womanhood & the Trail *** 22nd July ***

Bethany Aldridge

Bethany Aldridge

22-Year-Old Vet Student & GB Dragon Boater | From Lockdown Workouts to the World Championships. *** 15th July ***

Wander Women Kristy & Annette

Wander Women Kristy & Annette

From Retirement to the Triple Crown of Hiking & a Life of Bold Adventure. *** 8th July ***

Rebecca Devereux

Rebecca Devereux

Mum, Vet, Trail Runner, and 3rd Place Finisher at the Montane Winter Spine Sprint. *** 1st July ***

Helen Ryvar

Helen Ryvar

Running Through Grief, Finding Strength & Breaking Records | 1,000 Consecutive Half Marathons (May 2022 – Jan 2025) 🙌 Inspiring Others to Be Their Best ❤️ *** 24th June ***

Caroline Livesey

Caroline Livesey

Extreme Triathlete and Elite Gravel Cyclist: Winning Races, Breaking Limits, and Giving Back *** 19th June ***

Dr. Sheridan Lathe

Dr. Sheridan Lathe

Sailing the World to Deliver Veterinary Care to Remote Communities *** 17th June ***

Tinuke Oyediran

Tinuke Oyediran

Adventure Presenter, Survivor UK Star. Committed to showing diverse audiences that anyone, regardless of background, can experience life to the fullest. *** 10th June ***

Ann Whatmore

Ann Whatmore

A Fearless Adventurer Who Proves Severe Asthma Doesn’t Set Limits – Cycling 3000km Across the UK on a Recumbent E-Trike *** 5th June ***

Aisling Byrne

Aisling Byrne

International Showjumper and Businesswoman on Surviving a Devastating Riding Accident and Defying the Odds to Walk and Compete Again *** 3rd June ***

Pamela Lee

Pamela Lee

Irish Offshore Sailor, World Record Holder, Empowering Women Through Sailing, Training for Route du Rhum 2026. *** 29th May ***

Bianca Fernandez-Clark

Bianca Fernandez-Clark

7x Ironman Finisher and Founder of Women in Tri UK, Making Triathlon More Inclusive for Women. *** 27th May ***

Harriet Frost

Harriet Frost

2x Arc of Attrition 100 mile finisher, Race Director, Business Owner of Grit Culture, Co-parent of Sea+Flo supporting people to upgrade their periods. *** 20th May ***

Tori James, Jo Bradshaw & Rosemary J Brown

Tori James, Jo Bradshaw & Rosemary J Brown

Celebrating Junko Tabei and 50 Years of Women on Everest *** 16th May ***

Angela Maxwell

Angela Maxwell

Walking 20,000 Miles Around the World — Choosing Courage Every Step of the Way *** 13th May ***

Alexandra Garcia

Alexandra Garcia

Why Difficult Pursuits Matter — Resilience, Running & the Mountains *** 8th May ***

Lis van Lynden

Lis van Lynden

Cycling 5,000 Miles with MS – A Story of Grit, Kindness & Adventure *** 6th May ***

Rahema Mamodo

Rahema Mamodo

Mum of 3, Finding Running Later in Life – From Couch to Ultra, Inspiring Women to Break Barriers. *** 29th April ***

Dee Anna

Dee Anna

From Survivor to Disabled Adventuress – Finding Strength in Nature. *** 24th April ***

Sherry Cardona

Sherry Cardona

Ultra Endurance Cyclist and Content Creator – Tackling the Toughest Bikepacking Races. ***22nd April ***

Zoe Langley-Wathen

Zoe Langley-Wathen

630 Miles Braver: Mid-lifing on the South West Coast Path. The reality of imposter syndrome, facing solo adventures and the warmth of personal connections. *** 15th April ***

Shannon Hogan

Shannon Hogan

Ultra Endurance Athlete & Author of The Unforgiving Hours: The Grit, Resilience, and Perseverance at the Heart of Endurance Sports. *** 8th April ***

Dr. Caitlin Massone

Dr. Caitlin Massone

Dr. Caitlin Massone: Overcoming Eating Disorders Through Endurance Sports, Neuroscience & Nature – Author of Running from Perfection. *** 1st April ***

Sophie Etheridge

Sophie Etheridge

Breaking Barriers in Open Water – World Record English Channel Swim, Ultra Challenges & Disability Advocacy *** 27th March ***

Dr. Elisabeth Ogbonmwan

Dr. Elisabeth Ogbonmwan

Championing Female Athlete Health – A Doctor, Triathlete & New Mum Balancing It All. *** 25th March ***

Sahir Permall

Sahir Permall

Cycling 2,800 miles Solo from Glasgow to Istanbul & Empowering Women Through Biking. *** 18th March ***

Dr Kerri Andrews

Dr Kerri Andrews

Author of Pathfinding, Exploring Walking, Motherhood & Freedom. *** 11th March ***

Ali Mahoney

Ali Mahoney

Turning 50 with Purpose – Adventure, Motherhood, and the Hike Across Malta. *** 6th March ***

Dr Sarah Lonsdale

Dr Sarah Lonsdale

Journalist, Author of Wildly Different, and Advocate for Women in Nature. *** 4th March ***

Renee McGregor

Renee McGregor

World Renowned Expert in Athlete Health & Performance, Ultra-Runner, and Women’s Sports Advocate. *** 27th February ***

Stephanie Boon

Stephanie Boon

Solo Hiking on a Budget – Building Resilience and Tackling the West Highland Way at 60. *** 25th February ***

Sami Sauri

Sami Sauri

Exploring the World Through Multi-Sport Adventures and Creative Storytelling. *** 18th February ***

Fredi Chohan

Fredi Chohan

Adventure Queen Grant Winner – Hiking the Pennine Way on Her First Multi-Day Adventure at 54. *** 11th February ***

Miriam Lancewood

Miriam Lancewood

A Life Beyond Civilisation – Wilderness Living, Global Adventures, and Lessons from the Wild. *** 4th February ***

Claire Mccall

Claire Mccall

Claire McCall: Hiking the Hexa – A Memoir of Adventure, Fear, and Finding Joy in Midlife. *** 28th January ***

Dr. Susannah O’Sullivan

Dr. Susannah O’Sullivan

Teacher, Writer, Activist & Adventurer – From Solo Cycling Across Continents to Empowering Women in Palestine and Beyond. *** 21st January ***

Naomi Rumble

Naomi Rumble

Leading by Example – Overcoming Barriers and Redefining What an Athlete Looks Like. *** 14th January ***

Caroline Soubayroux

Caroline Soubayroux

2024 Guinness world record holder for fastest couple circumnavigation by bike. Wife and mother working full-time and striving to inspire the next generation. *** 7th January ***

Sarah Williams

Sarah Williams

Reflections on the South West Coast Path, Health, Money & Future Plans for 2025 *** 2nd January ***

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