Welcome to The Jake Dearden Podcast - where high performance meets real conversation.
Join Jake Dearden as he sits down with some of the biggest names in the sporting world to unpack what truly separates good from great. From elite training methods and the best recovery strategies to nutrition hacks, mindset shifts and the small habits that make a big difference - nothing is off limits.
But this isn’t just about performance. Jake dives deeper, getting to know the person behind the athlete - their journey, setbacks, lessons learned, and the advice they wish they’d had earlier.
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The Reality of Being an Elite Pole Vaulter | Molly Caudery | Ep #77
This week, we're joined by Olympic pole vaulter and two-time World Champion Molly Caudery to talk about the highs and lows of competing at the highest level of athletics.
From starting out as a gymnast and discovering pole vault, to moving to Miami, becoming a professional athlete and winning two World Indoor Championships, Molly shares the journey behind her success.
We also get into the reality of elite training, spinal surgery, Olympic disappointment, overcoming injuries, dealing with fear, sports psychology and what it takes to keep pushing when things don't go to plan.
Plus, we discuss relationships between elite athletes, recovery, nutrition, sleep and the importance of finding balance outside of sport.
New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.
00:00 - Meet Molly: Life as an Olympic Pole Vaulter
02:12 - From Gymnastics to Discovering Pole Vault
05:58 - Miami, University Life & Choosing Professional Athletics
10:11 - Spinal Surgery & Making a Comeback
12:42 - Inside an Elite Pole Vaulter's Weekly Training
19:56 - Speed, Bigger Poles & Overcoming Fear
24:58 - Pole Vault Injuries & The Dangers of the Sport
26:41 - Two World Titles, Olympic Heartbreak & Setbacks
30:16 - Sports Psychology, Mental Strength & Relationships
41:20 - Life Outside Sport, Recovery, Nutrition & Consistency
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3 Nov 2026
The Hardest Geezer: What It REALLY Takes To Run Across Africa | Russ Cook | #76
This week we're joined by the one and only Ross Cook, aka The Hardest Geezer.
From running 66 days self-supported from Asia to London to becoming the first person to run the entire length of Africa, Russ has built a reputation for pushing the limits of human endurance.
We get into the reality behind these insane adventures, the mental battles, dealing with people questioning whether he actually ran across Africa, finding purpose, fatherhood and what comes next.
We also discuss why people get too comfortable, the importance of chasing something meaningful and why you don't have to settle for the life you've found yourself in.
New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.
00:00 - Meeting The Hardest Geezer
02:07 - Running From Asia To London With No Support
06:47 - The Craziest Moments On The Road
11:50 - Why He Needed To Prove Himself
14:31 - Does Success Make You Comfortable?
18:24 - The Reality Of Running Across Africa
27:18 - Life Beyond Running Across Africa
36:27 - What's Next For Ross Cook?
40:13 - Why You Should Stop Playing It Safe
56:43 - Building An Adventure Company & His Next Insane Challenge
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30 Oct 2026
From Electrician to Elite HYROX Athlete | Marc Dean | #75
Marc Dean joins Jake for a conversation about going from a full-time electrician to an elite HYROX athlete and what it really takes to compete at the highest level.
We cover how to break 60 minutes, build a better running engine, structure your training, fuel for performance, improve recovery and balance elite sport with being a dad.
Mark also opens up about setbacks, confidence, the sacrifices behind competing professionally and why doing more isn't always the answer.
New episodes every Tuesday & Friday.
00:00 – Introducing Mark Dean: From Electrician to Elite Athlete
02:23 – Leaving a 15-Year Career to Chase HYROX
05:37 – How Motocross Built His Fitness and Mindset
12:56 – Training Hard, Finding Structure and Learning to Recover
18:15 – Balancing Elite Sport, Work and Family
26:18 – How to Break 60 Minutes in HYROX
35:11 – Training Volume, Mobility and the Minimum Effective Dose
43:00 – Nutrition, Fuelling and Getting Race-Ready
58:04 – Sleep, Recovery and Preparing for Race Day
01:32:22 – Toughest HYROX Stations, World Champion Predictions and Life as a Dad
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