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Sigma Sports Unplugged with Matt Stephens

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Ineos Grenadiers
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Women In Cycling
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Sigma Sports is proud to present Matt Stephens Unplugged, a regular catch-up with cycling’s favourite character, Matt Stephens, as he chats with special guests and explores the bowels of his own fruity mind. With lots of surprises along the way, the route-map has been torn up; so who knows what direction we’re going in, or where we’ll end up! www.sigmasports.com/podcast

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Latest Episodes

Matt Stephens chats to ultra-distance bike racer, content creator and charity fundraiser Chris Hall about his recent challenges for Movember. Despite atrocious weather conditions, Chris completed a lap of Britain unsupported during the summer of 2025... more

Matt Stephens chats to Emma Pooley about her incredibly varied career, which spans from professional cycling through long distance running and triathlon, to a victory on University Challenge and some Geotech Engineering thrown in for good measure. Th... more

Matt Stephens chats to Amy Hudson, known as amy.cycling.adventures on social media channels, about her struggles with mental health and the role cycling has had in her recovery. While working as a Mental Health Nurse for the NHS, Amy began suffering ... more

Filippo Conca races in the Maglia Tricolore with UCI WorldTeam Jayco–AlUla  - but just three months ago, that seemed like a distant dream. Out of contract at the end of 2024, he found salvation in SWATT club, an Italian amateur team known for offerin... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Hall
Top cycling content creator and ultra-distance bike racer
Movember charity
Episode: Chris Hall on his stupid bike challenges for Movember
Amy Hudson
A mental health advocate and cycling enthusiast who has raised money for mental health charities through her long-distance rides.
Mental Health Charity Shout and The Mix
Episode: Amy Hudson on World Mental Health Day 2025
Filippo Conca
A 27-year-old Italian professional cyclist and recent National Road Race Champion.
Jayco–Alula
Episode: Filippo Conca on how winning the Maglia Tricolore changed his life.
Romain Bardet
Former cyclist and current team member with Eurosport
Eurosport
Episode: Tour de France Rest Day Reflections 2025 - Stages 11-15 Has the race already been won?
Tim Harris
Ex-cyclist and current representative for Škoda at the Tour de France
Škoda
Episode: Tour de France Rest Day Reflections 2025 - Stages 11-15 Has the race already been won?
Paul Double
A professional cyclist and climber, recently signed with Jayco AlUla, known for his resilient racing spirit.
Jayco AlUla
Episode: Paul Double on his journey from almost quitting to his first World Tour stage wins
Boru McCullagh
A passionate cyclist and mental health advocate who rode around the world to raise awareness and funds for mental health.
Mind charity
Episode: Boru McCullagh on riding around the world for mental health
Jeroen Swart
Head of Performance at UAE Team Emirates XRG
UAE Team Emirates XRG
Episode: Jeroen Swart on his role as UAE Team Emirates XRG Head of Performance
Danni Shrosbree
Professional gravel racer and former British National Gravel Champion
Castelli SOG
Episode: Danni Shrosbree on gravel racing to the point of hallucination

Host

Matt Stephens
Host of Sigma Sports presents Matt Stephens Unplugged, known for his engaging personality and humor. He creates a welcoming atmosphere for candid discussions and personal stories.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 639 ratings
  • I absolutely love your laugh! 😊

    Your podcast goes deep and is a blast at the same time. Go ahead👍 And your laughing makes my day😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _claude_
    Switzerland4 months ago
  • Great conversation with Bas Tietema

    Love the infectious passion of Bas.

    Quiz took maybe a bit long and away from the rest of the awesome content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nlellenau
    Australia10 months ago
  • Could listen to Matt talk about anything

    These podcasts and the Cafe Ride videos are the best cycling content out there. Matt has cemented himself up there with Ned B as my all time favourite commentators, pundits, interviewers and general speakers on any subject. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Consume Tea
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Powerful

    Love you mate. You rock

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul Marais 13
    South Africaa year ago
  • Wembley's

    Dear Matt

    Loved the last podcast ... I could listen to you and Ned all day...

    Whilst you were casting around for a name for the unfortunate splashes that happen to us form time to time ...

    When at school they were know as Wembley's as a vague reference to dribbling !!!

    ATB

    Steve

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SJDPHELPS
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Many comments highlight the entertaining nature of discussions with guests, praising the diverse range of topics covered.
Listeners rave about the engaging and humorous style of the host, appreciating the mix of personal insights and cycling commentary.
Some reviews mention the show's light-hearted tone and the ability to keep it interesting, even for those newer to cycling.
Criticism is occasionally directed towards segments that feel silly or off-topic, but overall, most find the content enjoyable and relatable.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Chris Hall on his stupid bike challenges for Movember
Q: What have you learned about you?
I've learned that the importance of looking after myself is priority number one, especially recognizing and managing my mental health triggers.
Chris Hall on his stupid bike challenges for Movember
Q: Can you talk about the genesis of what has led you now to what you do in all these amazing rides that you continue to do and at the same time raise a lot of money for some wonderful charities too?
Chris shares his experience of working as an architect which led to chronic depression, his discovery of cycling as an escape, and how it ultimately transformed his life and connected him with his current charity projects.
Filippo Conca on how winning the Maglia Tricolore changed his life.
Q: How did the contact come with Jayco–AlUla?
They expressed interest shortly after my win, and we discussed joining the team.
Filippo Conca on how winning the Maglia Tricolore changed his life.
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about the Swatt Club?
Swatt Club is an Italian team known for offering cyclists a fresh start with a mix of road and gravel racing.
Filippo Conca on how winning the Maglia Tricolore changed his life.
Q: Could you firstly, before we start things off, just tell us where you are in the world?
I'm at home in Italy on Como Lake.

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Recent guests on Sigma Sports Unplugged include:

1. Chris Hall
2. Amy Hudson
3. Filippo Conca
4. Romain Bardet
5. Tim Harris
6. Paul Double
7. Boru McCullagh
8. Jeroen Swart

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