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QueenStage Women's Cycling Podcast

Ruckus Composites
Tour De France Femmes
Women's Cycling
Tour De France Femmes Avec Zwift
Cycling
Marianne Vos
Pauline Ferrand-Prévot
Demi Vollering
Maryland Cycling Classic
General Classification
Kasia Niewiadoma
Lorena Wiebes
Women's Elite Road Race
Giro D'italia Donne
Womens Cycling
Pauline Ferrand-Prevot
Pauline Ferrand Prévot
Visma-Lisa Bike
Cycling Tactics
Vismalisa Bike
UCI Women's World Tour

The QueenStage Women's Cycling Podcast is here to deliver smart, sharp, personality-driven insights to the sport's biggest races, starting with daily coverage of the 2025 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift. Our hosts—all longtime cycling journalists and women's cycling advocates—are ready to bring you along for the ride.

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Latest Episodes

She won UNBOUND Gravel in the mud. Then she went to Steamboat Springs and won SBT GRVL on dry champagne gravel. Sofia Gomez Villafañe is having one of the most dominant seasons in women's gravel racing history, and she sat down with Queen Stage to ta... more

What's the toughest opponent a time trialist will ever face? The clock is just a scoreboard. The real rival is the voice in your head. This episode, Queen Stage talks with Grace Brown, the reigning Olympic champion and 2024 world champion in the indi... more

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Rosael Torres-Davis and Molly Hurford are joined by guest host Shawn Small of Ruckus Composites for a packed recap episode covering one of the busiest weekends on the women's calendar. The trio starts with a rant about FloBikes' patchy coverage of wo... more

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For the first time ever, Queen Stage recorded live, and we did it in the only place that made sense: Emporia, Kansas, home of UNBOUND Gravel, presented by Liv Cycling.

We brought together four women who represent every corner of the sport: Ludi Scho... more

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Recent Guests

Grace Brown
Olympic champion, former world champion in the time trial
Former professional cyclist
Episode: The Toughest Rival: Yourself, with Olympic Champion Grace Brown
Ludi Scholz
Global Gravel Category Manager for Liv and Giant; Liv's Off-Road Category Manager
Liv Cycling/Giant
Episode: Live at UNBOUND Gravel: Ludi Scholz, Peta Mullens, Melisa Rollins, and Paige Stuart
Melisa Rollins
Athlete for the Liv Racing Collective; Leadville Trail 100 Mountain Bike Race winner (2024)
Liv Racing Collective
Episode: Live at UNBOUND Gravel: Ludi Scholz, Peta Mullens, Melisa Rollins, and Paige Stuart
Peta Mullens
Australian cyclist for Tango Lift Racing; versatile racer across road, cyclocross, MTB, gravel
Tango Lift Racing
Episode: Live at UNBOUND Gravel: Ludi Scholz, Peta Mullens, Melisa Rollins, and Paige Stuart
Paige Stuart
Mechanic with Liv since 2021; former bike shop professional; focuses on maintenance and tinkering
Liv Cycling
Episode: Live at UNBOUND Gravel: Ludi Scholz, Peta Mullens, Melisa Rollins, and Paige Stuart
Aidan Burgess
Host of the Domestiques Hot Seat Podcast and a funny man on social media
Domestiques Hot Seat Podcast
Episode: “When you don’t have legs, you race with heart.”: Giro Stages 6-9 Recap
Arlenis Sierra Canadilla
Cuban sprinter, Movistar, comeback rider
Movistar
Episode: Twenty Grams, a Cuban Comeback, and the Maglia Rosa: Giro d'Italia Women Stages 1 & 2
Sarah Sturm
Gravel racer, one of the guests
Rapha athlete; American gravel racer
Episode: Fierce Friendships: Sarah Sturm and Maude Farrell on Racing, Rapha, and the Durango Crew
Maude Farrell
Program manager by day and elite gravel racer
Rapha athlete; Lifetime Grand Prix competitor
Episode: Fierce Friendships: Sarah Sturm and Maude Farrell on Racing, Rapha, and the Durango Crew

Hosts

Rosael Torres-Davis
Host with diverse coverage in women's cycling, governance, and on-site reporting across events.
Molly Hurford
Seasoned journalist and host with deep ties to women's cycling, author and rider-focused commentator.
Betsy Welch
Co-host and host with a focus on race analysis, governance, and community engagement.
Anne-Marije Rook
Co-host and journalist contributing race analysis, governance, and media coverage.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Wonderful insight

    I really appreciate all of the different perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MyLil’Lord
    United States6 months ago
  • Quality and Fun

    Quality podcast that makes great entertainment for all cycling fans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robert La Gargola
    United Statesa year ago
  • Interesting and engaging

    Great great great companion to the women’s TDF!! Whether you’re a seasoned cycling fan or a newbie wanting to learn what the heck is going on with jerseys and points and strategy, this podcast is for you. It’s also great to learn about the athletes themselves.

    Really, these ladies don’t drone on like many cycling podcasts out there;) They’re succinct and witty and have great chemistry together.

    Hoping they continue this next year for the Women’s Vuelta and Giro, too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AngDev01
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best podcast for TDFF

    I have thoroughly enjoyed listening to this to extend the excitement of the TDF, thanks for making great content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pkoonce
    United Statesa year ago
  • The yellow jersey of cycling podcasts

    The hosts bring a rare combo of deep expertise and infectious enthusiasm that makes every episode feel like you’re in the team car with the best seat in the race.

    And let’s be honest: the Tour de Femmes is better than the men’s Tour de France in pure drama—and QueenStage captures every thrilling moment with style and smarts. If you care about women’s cycling (or just love great racing), this pod is your breakaway ticket. 🚴‍♀️🔥

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andersonis
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Episodes consistently highlight race insights and gear tech without overwhelming jargon.
Listeners praise deep expertise and balanced coverage of women's cycling.
The show is seen as a must-listen for fans wanting context behind live coverage and sponsorship dynamics.
Guests and hosts deliver engaging banter and clear takeaways for brands and sponsors.
Audience notes strong production quality and on-site reporting appeal.

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#69
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Live at UNBOUND Gravel: Ludi Scholz, Peta Mullens, Melisa Rollins, and Paige Stuart
Q: What advice would you give young women who are not cycling to bring them into cycling?
Emphasize the social and fun aspects of cycling, invite friends, and participate in events that create a welcoming community rather than focusing solely on competition.
Fierce Friendships: Sarah Sturm and Maude Farrell on Racing, Rapha, and the Durango Crew
Q: How did you two meet and develop your friendship?
They trace their connection to the Rapha Prestige and Cyclocross circles, with a defining moment at events like Nationals in Tacoma and later uniting as teammates through shared experiences, including dealing with adversity and forming a training partnership that evolved into lifelong friendship.
Koch Shocks the Velodrome: Paris-Roubaix Femmes 2026 Recap + Tire Tech with Silca's Josh Poertner
Q: What was the strategic dynamic in the final kilometers that allowed Koch to win despite strong team support for Vos?
Koch benefited from a well-timed attack and superior positioning in the velodrome sprint, while Vos and her lead-out team couldn't bridge back in the final meters, exposing the limits of their plan.
Koch Shocks the Velodrome: Paris-Roubaix Femmes 2026 Recap + Tire Tech with Silca's Josh Poertner
Q: Do you think the lack of coverage changes how teams think about attacks or get attention for sponsors?
Yes, it likely shifts early attack incentives toward campaigns with guaranteed media impact, and teams may prioritize public visibility over immediate race tactics when coverage is uncertain.
The One Where the GC Battle Heats Up in Stage 5 of the Tour de France Femmes
Q: Why is positioning in the peloton important?
Being positioned correctly allows riders to stay aware of race developments and minimizes the risk of getting caught in crashes.

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1. Grace Brown
2. Ludi Scholz
3. Melisa Rollins
4. Peta Mullens
5. Paige Stuart
6. Aidan Burgess
7. Arlenis Sierra Canadilla
8. Sarah Sturm

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