In this episode of The R4R Podcast, Benny A and Breeny sit down to have their weekly R4R chat on air. There's so much happening at the moment and we thought it would be a great idea to pull the curtain back on some of the conversations behind the scenes.

In this episode of The R4R Podcast, Murray sits down with Singh and Tiff to talk all things R4R and Bravery Trek.

These guys are awesome and they're a huge part of our community... but the work they do with Bravery Trek is immense.

Find out more about Bravery Trek.

In this episode of The R4R Podcast, R4R legend and host of the Peak 2 Soon Podcast, Brent Ford interviews Kim Elms.

Kim kickstarted a social movement, calling for more attention on Women's Safety, after numerous harassment incidents on Canberra's Running Trails. But this is only scratching the surface. Kim's story is a fascinating one, and we can't recommend listening enough.

Check out the solidarity run and listen to more of Fordy on the Peak2Soon Podcast

With an introduction from R4R Legend and previous guest on the R4R Podcast (Lili Mooney), Running for Resilience held a community forum on the Mental Health Crisis facing Canberra and surrounding communities.

Hosted by Thomas Emerson MLA and Chair of the Assembly’s Social Policy Committee (currently leading an inquiry into men’s suicide in Canberra), the panel included Ben Alexander from Running for Resilience, Carrie-Ann Leeson from Lifeline Canberra, and Ben Gathercole from Menslink.

From the acclaimed "The Blood Run", Callan Gates sits down with R4R Legends Shooter and Jess, to talk all things R4R, Blood Run, and community. Our partnership with these guys was unexpected, but it's proving tot be unforgettable. In 2022, Callan Gates sets out on an extraordinary 250 km journey, a testament to endurance and dedication. He tackles the Great North Walk to support leukaemia research, raising funds and awareness for a cause close to his heart."

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Chapters

• 00:00 – Intro

• 03:13 – How did R4R really start and grow?

• 06:32 – What’s the connection between The Dock and R4R?

• 10:27 – Consistency and community

• 13:46 – Authenticity of the people involved with The Dock and R4R

• 16:53 – Impact of cancer on the family

• 19:00 – Movie night at the pub for a good cause

• 21:54 – Is there a highlight for R4R and The Dock?

• 31:17 – Vertical 5K challenge

• 42:57 – How was the camaraderie during the 5K vertical challenge?

• 46:03 – Doing hard things because our lives are easy

• 50:15 – 7 R4R meet-up times a week

• 51:32 – Where does R4R end up?

• 53:32 – Outro and thanking the guests Jess Peil and Glen “Shooter” Collins

If you or someone you know is struggling, you’re not alone — support is always available:

📞 Medicare Mental Health Centre Canberra - 1800 595 212

📞 Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7 crisis support)

📞 Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 or https:www.beyondblue.org.au

Matt sits down with Jess Peil for a conversation about all of her community work with Bravehearts, Menslink, Running for Resilience, and why she does it. We also hear about her running adventures and who she'd like to interview most. This podcast is an offshoot of the Running for Resilience community — and part of our goal to help make Canberra suicide-free by 2033. Whether you’re here to listen, learn, or just feel a little less alone — we’re glad you’re here.

👇 Chapters

• 00:00 – Intro of Jess Peil

• 01:05 – What does Jess Peil do

• 03:30 – Jess talks about why she raises money for awareness on child abuse

• 04:34 – Jess shares the first time she talked about child abuse with her mother

• 07:45 – Fighting for Bravehearts to be advertised

• 08:38 – 1 in 4 children are affected by child abuse

• 09:12 – Jess finding purpose through Bravehearts

• 10:14 – What are the people Jess meets through Bravehearts like

• 11:32 – What was Jess’s personal experience like

• 12:55 – 96% of abusers are known by the family

• 14:05 – Why Jess also supports Men’s Link alongside Bravehearts

• 15:58 – What did Jess see in R4R

• 17:36 – Why do you think so many people show up for R4R

• 19:50 – Jess talks about the Blood Run

• 21:07 – What is Elevate

• 22:22 – Do you see the benefit of community exercise

• 23:38 – Giving kids every opportunity

• 26:33 – 7 marathons in 7 days

• 32:10 – What impact does the money raised have on Bravehearts

• 33:35 – Looking for red flags in people

• 35:08 – Looking after the cracks as things grow

• 35:53 – Where to look if you need to talk to someone when you are being abused

• 37:03 – What are the signs to look for in someone who has experienced child abuse

• 39:29 – What are the similarities in the communities Jess is involved in

• 41:35 – Where would Jess like to see R4R go

• 43:22 – If Jess were to host, who would she get on

• 45:17 – 7 marathons, 7 days, 7 continents

• 46:30 – Southern Lakes Ultra

• 47:33 – How can people support Bravehearts

• 48:21 – Outro

💜 Donate to Bravehearts: https://fundraise.bravehearts.org.au/

Matt sits down with Lili Mooney for an eye opening conversation about her struggle with eating disorders, the support she had from family, and ultimately, her resilience and overcoming. This podcast is an offshoot of the Running for Resilience community — and part of our goal to help make Canberra suicide-free by 2033. Whether you’re here to listen, learn, or just feel a little less alone — we’re glad you’re here

👇 Chapters

• 00:00 – Intro

• 00:48 – Introduction of Lili Mooney

• 01:30 – Lili opens up about her eating disorder and why she shared her story

• 06:00 – Did Lili feel like she was the only one going through anorexia at such a young age?

• 07:22 – When did Lili realise she had an eating disorder?

• 10:35 – What’s different now compared to when she was diagnosed with anorexia?

• 12:24 – Sometimes humour helps in reflection

• 13:28 – Lili reflects on her time in the paediatric ward

• 16:44 – How long was Lili in specialised care?

• 17:17 – Lili reflects on her state of mind during her time in care

• 18:39 – Lili’s moment of positive mindset shift

• 22:33 – Lili’s gratitude for family support

• 24:48 – Resilience, safety nets, and when she first felt “normal”

• 26:54 – You’re not you when you’re hungry

• 28:25 – What would you say to your past self?

• 30:10 – Understanding empathy through others’ struggles 31:52 – Anorexia is like an addiction

• 32:43 – How has it made Lili a better person?

• 34:23 – Batemans Bay Half Marathon winner

• 37:08 – When Lili started to run again – 5k Lifeline run

• 38:32 – Calling Lifeline

• 42:55 – Lili’s involvement in R4R – how did she find it?

• 45:42 – What would Lili tell someone going through the same thing she did?

• 48:06 – “You can do it – just need to keep fighting”

• 49:45 – Outro

Ben Alexander sits down with Rich Peil — Anytime Fitness Founder, former Chairman and Owner of the Central Coast Mariners, and R4R Regular — for an honest conversation about the loss of a great friend, community, and personal strategies for resilience. This podcast is an offshoot of the Running for Resilience community — and part of our goal to help make Canberra suicide-free by 2033. Whether you’re here to listen, learn, or just feel a little less alone — we’re glad you’re here.

In this first episode, host Matthew Breen sits down with guest Ben Alexander — former Wallaby, Brumby, pub co-owner, dad, and co-founder of RFR — for an honest and vulnerable conversation about mental health, identity, community, and why no one is destined for suicide.