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The Cycling Podcast

The Cycling Podcast
Giro D'italia
Tour De France
Vuelta a España
Cycling
Tadej Pogačar
Jonas Vingegaard
UAE Team Emirates
Remco Evenepoel
Juan Ayuso
Geraint Thomas
Tadej Pogacar
Isaac Del Toro
Demi Vollering
Pauline Ferrand-Prevot
Lloyds Tour Of Britain
Tour De France Femme
Paris-Roubaix
Tour De France Femmes
UCI
Liège-Bastogne-Liège

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

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Latest Episodes

Could this really be the end? Join Rebecca Charlton and Lizzy Banks for one final instalment from the Giro d’Italia Women as the winner of the maglia rosa is finally decided on an explosive day.

We also hear from key names in that GC battle, Lidl Tr... more

Bow down before your queen! Yes indeed, it’s time for the queen stage at the Giro d’Italia Women on a route that was due to take in the Colle delle Finestre and end in Sestriere, however best laid plans went a bit frosty and chaos ensued. Join Rebecc... more

Close up that deeply unreliable road book and listen in as Rose Manley and Lizzy Banks take you through Stage 7 of the Giro d’Italia Women, which offered up all kinds of drama and chaos.

We also hear from breakaway superstar Alison Jackson on her da... more

The build-up to the 2026 Tour de France starts here. It's not the Dauphiné because the race has been rebranded the Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, which may take us a while to get used to.

Join Lionel Birnie and Graham Willgoss as they are reunited to lo... more

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Recent Guests

Soraya Paladin
Professional cyclist, rider for UAE Team ADQ, hometown feature guest
UAE Team ADQ
Episode: S14 Ep58: Stage 2 | Roncade - Caorle | Giro d’Italia Women 2026
Denny Gray
Cheese expert, featured in Adventures in Cheese segment
Independent contributor
Episode: S14 Ep57: Stage 1 | Cesenatico - Ravenna | Giro d’Italia Women 2026
Derek Gee
Professional cyclist
Team Bahrain? (as discussed)
Episode: S14 Ep56: Stage 20 | Gemona del Friuli 1976-2026 - Piancavallo | Giro d’Italia 2026
Damian Caruso
Professional cyclist
Team (mentioned)
Episode: S14 Ep56: Stage 20 | Gemona del Friuli 1976-2026 - Piancavallo | Giro d’Italia 2026
Larry Warbass
Motard maestro, rider for Tudor Pro Cycling
Tudor Pro Cycling
Episode: S14 Ep56: Stage 20 | Gemona del Friuli 1976-2026 - Piancavallo | Giro d’Italia 2026
Egan Bernal
Professional cyclist
Team Ineos (historic)
Episode: S14 Ep56: Stage 20 | Gemona del Friuli 1976-2026 - Piancavallo | Giro d’Italia 2026
Bernie Eisel
Head of Racing Littletrek, former pro cyclist
Littletrek
Episode: S14 Ep54: Stage 18 | Fai della Paganella - Pieve di Soligo | Giro d’Italia 2026
Zack Dempster
Head of performance for Red Bull/Bora-Hansgrohe
Red Bull Bora-Hansgrohe
Episode: S14 Ep53: Stage 17 | Cassano d'Adda - Andalo | Giro d’Italia 2026
Felix Gau
Rider, Decathlon team
Episode: S14 Ep52: Stage 16 | Bellinzona - Carì | Giro d’Italia 2026

Hosts

Rose Manley
Host of Giro d'Italia Women coverage and Féminin segments across multiple episodes.
Daniel Friebe
Host of The Cycling Podcast; regular contributor and interviewer.
Lionel Birnie
Co-host of The Cycling Podcast; long-running voice with strategic and historical insights.
Michele Pelacci
Host/Co-host offering race color and historical context; contributes across segments.
Daniele Friebe
Host; provides live commentary and interviews.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 5.2k ratings
  • The best cycling podcast out there.

    Be it the grant tour coverage or week in week podcasting - simply the best cycling Podcast with real journalistic standards.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gravins123
    Germany14 days ago
  • Come back Lionel!

    Miss the sensible and polite Lionel on the Giro!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sad in Oz
    Australiaa month ago
  • Great Stuff

    So exciting Allways looking forward to the Next episode.

    Great Tour teams both TdF femme and Hommes.

    Fantastic to have Lionel back on the pod.

    TdF femmes fabulous cheeses.

    Giro/TdF/Vuelta: Great coverage wine, Food and Cycling.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    https://itunes.apple.com/dk/reviews/id263922381
    Denmarka month ago
  • Download problem

    Good show, shame about the tech

    Last 3 episodes (Tour of Flanders) don’t play or download on Apple.

    Hope you resolve it soon!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dgj79
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Avoid

    Anti Israel focus continues..even this week unbelievably. No mention of South Sudan in the UAE section. Zero balance. Shocking.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jez094
    United Kingdom6 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners appreciate the on-site reporting and guest variety, though some critics desire sharper episode pacing.
Guests' insights on team strategy and rider perspectives are a recurring strength for sponsors and pitch opportunities.
Positive reception of familiar hosts with occasional notes on tech or format glitches.
Mostly strong, insightful race analysis and engaging storytelling.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#164
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#238
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#30
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#122
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#58
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#122
Italy/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S14 Ep53: Stage 17 | Cassano d'Adda - Andalo | Giro d’Italia 2026
Q: Zack Dempster, how would you characterize the Bahrain Victorious approach this Giro and what changes have you noticed in riding style?
Zack explained a shift toward more aggressive, front-footed racing with a strong emphasis on collaboration and being ready to respond to evolving race dynamics, similar to the aggression seen in INEOS historically.
S14 Ep53: Stage 17 | Cassano d'Adda - Andalo | Giro d’Italia 2026
Q: Giulio Pellizzari, can you walk us through what happened yesterday and how you felt watching the stage unfold?
Giulio described struggling legs and illness days before, emphasizing that there was no single cause, only a tough day; he remained focused on recovery and team strategy for upcoming stages.
S14 Ep51: One-Hit Wonder
Q: What was your initial reaction to the Giro uphill time trial win?
Foliforov explains that the win was a complete surprise to him and the peloton, but also a validation of his climbing TT strength, though he remained grounded about long-term potential.
S14 Ep39: Stage 6 | Paestum - Naples | Giro d’Italia 2026
Q: What made the final kilometers so pivotal today?
Rain and cobbles created a treacherous final bend that favored riders with strong, precise handling and a capable lead-out, allowing Ballerini to surge through a chaotic finish.
S14 Ep46: Stage 12 | Imperia - Novi Ligure | Giro d’Italia 2026
Q: What made Josh Kench's Giro d'Italia debut notable given his unusual path to the World Tour?
His ascent from a Chinese circuit and China Pro League background to a World Tour debut within a year, aided by testing and sponsorship support from managers who believed in his potential.

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What is The Cycling Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A long-running cycling podcast that blends on-the-ground race reporting with deep dives into tactics, rider personalities, and regional culture. Episodes routinely pair race analysis with on-site color from venues, interviews with current and former pros, and entertaining recurring segments (such as cheese or regional curiosities) that add texture beyond straight race recap. The show consistently covers Grand Tours and major stage races, balancing technical breakdowns, team dynamics, and human-interest stories, making it a strong fit for listeners who want both the numbers and the atmosphere of professional cycling. A notable strength is the mix of veteran hosts with a rotating cast of guests from teams, media, and the cycling world, which ... more

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1. Soraya Paladin
2. Denny Gray
3. Derek Gee
4. Damian Caruso
5. Larry Warbass
6. Egan Bernal
7. Bernie Eisel
8. Zack Dempster

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