
The Cycling Podcast takes listeners to the heart of professional cycling with weekly episodes and daily coverage of the Grand Tours. Join journalists Daniel Friebe and Lionel Birnie – and a few special guests along the way – as they podcast about the latest cycling news and the world of professional cycling. Founded by Richard Moore, Daniel Friebe and Lionel Birnie in 2013, The Cycling Podcast i... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 500 | Founded | 13 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsSports NewsSports | |||

The Cycling Podcast returns for another round-up of a packed and intriguing last week in professional cycling, with Paris-Nice and Tirreno-Adriatico completing their respective journeys and Milan-Sanremo on the horizon.
Daniel Friebe, Lionel Birnie... more
Tadej Pogačar made his return to racing at Strade Bianche at the weekend, and it was a familiar story for him, his rivals and those watching. What for one set of fans was yet another sublime and glorious exhibition, for others represented just the co... more
The Classics season has truly commenced, with Opening Weekend out of the way and regular trio Daniel Friebe, Lionel Birnie and Rob Hatch back to analyse the key takeaways from two intense days of racing on the cobbles and hellingen of Flanders.
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It’s another packed week of early-season racing, as we look back on the key action from the UAE, Andalusia and the Algarve last week – and ahead to Belgium’s Opening Weekend.
Daniel Friebe, Lionel Birnie and Rob Hatch focus first on the Volta ao Alg... more
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Anti Israel focus continues..even this week unbelievably. No mention of South Sudan in the UAE section. Zero balance. Shocking.
Everyone knows how to ride a bike. I even enter an event from time to time. But very few people know cycling from their childhood the way you might by playing baseball, basketball, football, or even futbol. But I love watching the races, and I’ve even attended two Giros. How did I get into cycling fandom? The Cycling Podcast! Plain English dialogue. Wonderful descriptions of the scenery and geography. And plenty of cycling commentary mixed in. The whole team is great. I still miss Rich... more
The women’s show has better presentation team, a lot more fun and interesting. Men’s ok when Lionel and Graham present otherwise very boring with long winded conversations by Daniel and his guests, especially people who say ‘like’ in nearly every sentence.
The women’s show has better presentation team, a lot more fun and interesting. Men’s ok when Lionel and Graham present otherwise very boring with long winded conversations by Daniel and his guests.
Loving this year’s output, and the ToB output is a fabulous addition. Sadly I scouted Ampthill for a sign of the podcast bus so I could say hello but no luck! Keep it up lads.
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The show offers in-depth analysis of professional cycling, spotlighting race strategies, rider development, and race-day dynamics, with lively banter and guest perspectives that broaden context beyond results. Episodes frequently explore classics, Grand Tours, team tactics, and evolving narratives around rising talents, sponsorships, and the sport's culture. Notable strengths include a long-running, insider-oriented approach and a balance of technical insight with accessible storytelling, making it valuable for fans, industry folks, and potential guests or sponsors seeking authentic cycling coverage.
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Recent guests on The Cycling Podcast include:
1. Hugo Coorevits
2. Michele Pelacci
3. Rob Hatch
4. Thor Hushovd
5. Magdaleine Vallieres
6. Lotte Claes
7. Geraint Thomas
8. Debbie Wharton
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