Execs Who Run brings life, leadership, and the miles in between together through unscripted conversations with high-achieving leaders. Hosted by Jason Hunt—elite marathon runner and executive search professional—this podcast dives into the personal stories, insights, and habits that shape today’s leaders.
Whether it’s finding balance, building resilience, or gaining clarity, discover how running connects to their journeys both on and off the pavement. Perfect for leaders, runners, and anyone looking for inspiration one step at a time.
Execs Who Run brings life, leadership, and the miles in between together through unscripted conversations with high-achieving leaders. Hosted by Jason Hunt—elite marathon runner and executive search professional—this podcast dives into the personal stories, insights, and habits that shape today’s leaders.
Whether it’s finding balance, building resilience, or gaining clarity, discover how running connects to their journeys both on and off the pavement. Perfect for leaders, runners, and anyone looking for inspiration one step at a time.
Commodore Peter Scott’s journey from submarine commander to mountain ultrarunner is as bold as it is inspiring.
In this episode, Peter reveals how a life of deep-sea leadership transformed into a pursuit of ultra-distance endurance—and what it taught him about service, sacrifice, and self-mastery.
Key Moments in This Episode:
- What it takes to earn submarine command in the Navy’s elite training program
- The day his submarine ran aground and the leadership reckoning that followed
- Why he left drinking behind to pursue his first marathon
- The transformation from marathoner to ultrarunner to UTMB finisher
- How the mountains replaced the majesty of the sea
- The four Ps that guide Peter in races—and in life
- What self-belief really means under pressure
Resources & Links:
Peter’s Book: Running Deep
Follow Peter Scott:
LinkedIn: Peter Scott on LinkedIn
Join the Community:
👟 Strava Group: Execs Who Run on Strava
Stay Connected with Jason & Execs Who Run:
Jason Hunt: LinkedIn
Execs Who Run: LinkedIn
Instagram: @execswhorun
Website: execswhorun.com
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If Peter’s story moved you, please follow, rate, and review Execs Who Run on your favourite podcast platform—and share this episode with someone who leads—or runs—with purpose.
