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Making A Runner

Nic Acampora

Booking Overview

This is a running-focused interview and solo-expert show covering training, racing, injury, recovery, and performance, with external guests including coaches, elite athletes, and experienced everyday runners. Suitable pitches include running coaches, sports scientists, nutritionists, physiotherapists, race experts, and accomplished endurance athletes; booking difficulty is medium because guests need credible practical expertise or meaningful competitive achievements, although the show is specialized rather than broadly mainstream.

Metrics

Episodes: 134

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: South Africa

YouTube: 30 subscribers

Instagram: 6.1k followers

Page updated: Oct 28, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

info@makingarunner.com

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Host

Nic Acampora - Running coach and biokineticist focused on helping athletes improve their physical performance, mental approach, training, and long-term development.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Running coaches, elite or accomplished endurance athletes, and specialists with practical expertise in training, recovery, performance, nutrition, injury, or race preparation.
Required Achievements:  
Competitive success in running or endurance events, Professional coaching experience, Recognized expertise in athlete preparation or performance, Experience with major road, trail, or ultramarathon events

Recent Guest Discussions

Andrew Erasmus - Trail-running Technique, Race Strategy, Safety, Equipment, Strength Training, Nutrition, Hydration, And Trail-specific Mindset.

George Kusche - Recovery After A Record-breaking Ultra-marathon, Training Metrics, Cramps, Consistency, Coaching, Career Balance, And Long-term Race Preparation.

Recent Topics

Sports, Running, Endurance Training, Trail Running, Ultramarathon

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Making A Runner
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EP. 134 | From Comrades to Berlin: Taking on My First Marathon Major

October 19, 2026

In this solo episode, Nic looks back on his journey from Comrades to the Berlin Marathon, sharing how he recovered after Comrades, found his way back to running at his best and eventually made the spontaneous decision to take on Berlin.From how he secured his entry to adapting his training in a much shorter timeframe than usual, Nic talks through the build-up to his first World Major Marathon and what it was like to experience race day in Berlin. He also reflects on how the race unfolded, sup...

EP 133 | The Trail Running Masterclass; Everything Every Runner Should know about running off-road , with Salomon Athlete, Adventurer and Coach, Andrew Erasmus.

August 13, 2026

Whether you're thinking about entering your first trail race, preparing for an ultra, or simply looking to become a more complete runner, this episode is your guide to the world of trail running.In this Trail Running Masterclass, Nic sits down with Salomon athlete, coach, and experienced trail runner Andrew Erasmus to unpack what makes trail running so unique—and why it's about far more than just swapping the tar for dirt.From technical descents and steep climbs to race-day strategy, safety, ...

EP. 132 | Life After Comrades Success, with Up Run Champion and Record Holder, George Kusche.

July 30, 2026

Winning Comrades may be the dream, but what happens once you've crossed the finish line?In what is Making A Runners first Video Form Podcast Episode, Nic catches up with newly crowned 2026 Comrades Champion and Up Run Record Holder, George Kusche, weeks after his record-breaking victory.Rather than focusing solely on the race itself, this conversation explores what comes next. George shares the physical and emotional realities of recovering from one of the greatest performances of his career,...

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What is the email for Making A Runner?

The publicly listed email for Making A Runner: info@makingarunner.com.

How many listeners does Making A Runner have?

Podseeker estimates Making A Runner reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Making A Runner?

Making A Runner typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Running coaches, elite or accomplished endurance athletes, and specialists with practical expertise in training, recovery, performance, nutrition, injury, or race preparation. Common among recent guests: Competitive success in running or endurance events; Professional coaching experience; Recognized expertise in athlete preparation or performance. Recent guests include Andrew Erasmus and George Kusche.

How hard is it to get booked on Making A Runner?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Making A Runner cover?

Recent episodes cover Sports, Running, Endurance Training, Trail Running, and Ultramarathon. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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