On this week's episode of Marathon Talk, we're joined by comedian Paul Tomkinson, who is here to tell us all about this new book, Running Through Sand, an ageing runner's tale of running the Marathon Des Sables, frequently described as the toughest marathon on earth. We also have a quick roundup of everything happening in the marathon world, including big news from the TCS London Marathon. Order Running Through Sand here. On this episode of Marathon Talk: 00:00 - Intro 07:51 - The 2027 TCS London Marathon confirmed as a two-day event 15:41 - Comrades Marathon 18:43 - Update from the Tokyo Marathon 21:55 - Interview with Paul Tonkinson Links & References: Abbott World Marathon Majors Website | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Marathon Talk Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Martin Yelling | Instagram Deena Kastor | Instagram Paul Tonkinson | Instagram
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