Kendrick Lamar, “Not Like Us,” & Why Haters Can Win: A Day in the Life of a Race Director #198

With race day just around the corner on March 16, 2025, at Victoria Park, we’re in full prep mode! In this episode, I take a lighthearted look at the Kendrick Lamar Not Like Us train that is is not slowly down at all. And how he flips the script on the whole “don’t be a hater” thing and shows us that sometimes, being a little bit of a hater can actually get you ahead. And let’s be real—some many people are jumping on trends, from endless videos of the Not Like Us shuffle to everyone trying to replicate that swagger. Plus, a quick chat about the new half marathon world record.

I also give an update of the race from organising volunteers, pacers, sponsors, and the race financials, and the various scenario planning. 

I’ll be running the route this Sunday 23 February, come join me. Along with my co-founder Brad Farrant, we’re building an event that brings runners together for East London that is performance focused. 

Listen in for a blend of serious race talk and fun insights on community building!

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