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Cyclist Magazine Podcast

Cyclist Magazine
Cycling
Tour De France
Team Sky
Giro D'italia
Gravel Racing
Tadej Pogačar
Luke Rowe
Vuelta a España
Women's Cycling
Olympics
Ridelondon
London
Ineos
Paris-Roubaix
Triple Crown
Tadej Pogacar
AG2R
Bradley Wiggins
Chris Froome
Cyclist Magazine

From the team behind Cyclist Magazine, this is a podcast for lovers of all things cycling, whether you’re a sucker for a sportive, a carbon fibre connoisseur or just Bernard Hinault’s biggest fan.

Host James Spender brings you in-depth conversations from within the world of cycling by the people that know it best, with new episodes every other Thursday. Guests have included the likes of Greg LeMon... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes171Founded7 years ago
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Latest Episodes

This week Robyn (and Will for the intro) is joined by cycling's most lovable, excitable and expert-able ex-pro, commentator and pundit, Matt Stephens. In this episode, Matt discusses the impact of Tadej Pogačar's crash on the rest of the season and w... more

This week, James is joined by Quoc Pham, founder and designer of the eponymous cycling shoe brand. Before cycling, Quoc worked in fashion, running his own label, but turned his attention to making shoes in that classic way people do when they turn in... more

This week James is joined Sir Chris Hoy, who if you haven’t heard of him was a pretty good cyclist in his day. Chris won six Olympic gold medals and one silver on the track, spanning four Olympic Games including that incredible week at the 2008 Beiji... more

This week, Will (and a bit of James, but mostly Will), is joined by recording-breaking ultra-cyclists and wife and husband, Amy Hudson and Kyle Hudson. The pair have just completed the fastest ever round-the-World cycle for a couple, pedalling nearly... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Stephens
Former professional cyclist, commentator and cycling pundit
Episode: 169. Matt Stephens: Pogačar's crash, women's Monuments, and transfer talk
Quoc Pham
Founder of a cycling shoe brand
Quoc shoes
Episode: 168. Quoc Pham: Shoes, Geraint Thomas andFar East factories
Chris Hoy
Six-time Olympic gold medallist, track cyclist, knighted for services to cycling
Sir Chris Hoy, cyclist
Episode: 167. Sir Chris Hoy
Amy Hudson
Endurance cyclist, Half of the fastest couple around the world
Amy Cycling Adventures on YouTube and Instagram
Episode: 166. Amy Hudson and Kyle Hudson: Around the World in 123 days
Kyle Hudson
Endurance cyclist, half of the fastest couple around the world
The Snacking Cyclist
Episode: 166. Amy Hudson and Kyle Hudson: Around the World in 123 days
Phil Cavell
Bike fitter, author, writer, speaker, racer, shop owner, bike designer
Cyclefit (co-founded with Julian Walls)
Episode: 165. Phil Cavell: The Cycling Addiction
James Witts
Author and cycling writer, contributor to Cyclist Magazine
Blinking Publishing (Bonniers Books imprint)
Episode: 164. Doping, with James Witts
Simon Warren
Author of 100 Greatest Cycling Climbs and other climbing guides
Author / Cycling historian
Episode: 163. The art of the climb, with Simon Warren
Chris Dodman
Cannondale's Advanced Projects Engineer
Cannondale
Episode: 162. The simple (yet complicated) truth behind bike design, with Chris Dodman

Hosts

James Spender
Host of Cyclist Magazine Podcast, cycling journalist and editor.
Will Strixson
Co-host / frequent guest presenter; long-time contributor to cycling coverage.
Robyn Davison
Co-host and interview contributor; on-air presence in cycling coverage.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 250 ratings
  • Ace podcast

    Always interesting. James is a great host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Charlie velo
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Our Chat Begins At…

    Great hosts, great guests and great show! The “Our Chat Begins At…” info in the show notes is super handy as it lets listeners cut straight to the interviews!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cold In Syracuse
    United States7 months ago
  • The aero socks of podcasts

    Great hosts and guests, I’ve enjoyed discovering and listening to the back catalogue

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sir Beckwood Fizzington
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Both & Brad

    Great episode this one

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dg1755
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Pretty depressing, uninformed, uneducated take on sport washing here. By all means platform differing viewpoints but at least let them be thoughtful and based in fact. Unsubscribed.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    joechester
    3 years ago

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Guests and production quality are highly appreciated by listeners seeking depth.
The show offers strong expertise and engaging guests with credible cycling insights.
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#10
United Kingdom/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#143
Canada/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#28
Italy/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#89
France/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#124
Germany/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#142
Australia/Sports/Wilderness

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

169. Matt Stephens: Pogačar's crash, women's Monuments, and transfer talk
Q: Do you think that there should be a women's version of Lombardia, or do you think that they should get their own different monument, I guess, to build up?
Stephens favors establishing a women's Il Lombardia to match the existing Monument structure, while noting that Strade Bianche could also be developed into a Monument. He says either option would require time and investment.
169. Matt Stephens: Pogačar's crash, women's Monuments, and transfer talk
Q: What's your take on it?
Stephens welcomes the riders' unified demand for safer racing, but says improvements require sustained funding and coordination. He suggests central support for smaller organizers and considers circuit-based racing a practical way to secure courses.
168. Quoc Pham: Shoes, Geraint Thomas andFar East factories
Q: How did the sponsorship with Geraint Thomas come about, and what did it take to get him wearing your shoes?
The sponsorship came through his agent who was evaluating several brands; Quoc explains they produced a custom last for his feet and sent a pair with a personal message to the rider, which resonated and helped seal the deal.
168. Quoc Pham: Shoes, Geraint Thomas andFar East factories
Q: Talk me through those early days and how you saw yourself in the market, did you feel like you were a disrupter?
Quoc describes identifying a gap between fashion and cycling footwear, coming from a fashion background, and pushing to create elegant, functional shoes with a distinct last and direct factory partnerships, rather than simply relabeling existing designs.
166. Amy Hudson and Kyle Hudson: Around the World in 123 days
Q: Why did you decide to undertake a world-cycling challenge as a couple?
We wanted to test and prove our relationship and resilience by taking on a massive, world-spanning adventure together, using it as a platform to encourage others by showing that teamwork and determination can overcome fear and adversity.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cyclist Magazine Podcast

What is Cyclist Magazine Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on deep, industry-focused conversations with leading figures in cycling—ranging from legendary riders and Olympic champions to engineers, coaches, and industry executives. Episodes frequently explore performance science, bike design, gear innovation, race strategy, and the cultural and business sides of cycling, often weaving in personal stories and behind-the-scenes anecdotes. Listeners likely include cycling enthusiasts who crave technical detail, gear nerds, and professionals seeking insider perspectives on pro racing, gear development, and sport history. A notable strength is the show's ability to pair data-driven, technical topics with approachable storytelling and strong guest credibility, making it valuable for spons... more

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Recent guests on Cyclist Magazine Podcast include:

1. Matt Stephens
2. Quoc Pham
3. Chris Hoy
4. Amy Hudson
5. Kyle Hudson
6. Phil Cavell
7. James Witts
8. Simon Warren

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