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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
Juan Ayuso
Remco Evenepoel
Geraint Thomas
Demi Vollering
Isaac Del Toro
Lloyds Tour Of Britain
Tour De France Femme
Tadej Pogacar
Pauline Ferrand-Prevot
Tour De France Femmes
Women's Cycling
Simon Yates
Joao Almeida

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

Donkeys beware, there’s enough chat about recent racing from Rose Manley and Lizzy Banks that they’re at risk of losing their hind legs.

Rose and Lizzy tackle some major talking points from the Tour de Suisse and beyond. Like how might Zoe Backstedt... more

With the Tour de France now just ten days away, the Tour de Suisse was one of the final competitive opportunities for riders to impress their team management and earn selection for La Grande Boucle.

Join Lionel Birnie and Graham Willgoss as they com... more

With the Tour de France just three weeks away, the mountain stages at the Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (aka the Dauphiné) was set to be a big test for two young riders who are set to make their debut appearances in La Grande Boucle.

Lionel Birnie and G... more

Who would have thought it possible to take such a deep dive into a team time trial stage? Join Lionel Birnie and Graham Willgoss as they recap the story of the Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes – the race formerly known as the Critérium du Dauphiné – so far.... more

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Recent Guests

Antonia Niedermaier
Canyon Sram rider, Giro d'Italia Women GC contender
Canyon Sram
Episode: S14 Ep68: Stage 9 | Saluzzo - Saluzzo | Giro d’Italia Women 2026
Marlen Reusser
GC rider, former time-trial world champion
Team DSM (implicit in discussion)
Episode: S14 Ep66: Stage 8 | Rivoli to Sestriere | Giro d’Italia Women 2026
Dani Christmas
On-site reporter
The Cycling Podcast
Episode: S14 Ep66: Stage 8 | Rivoli to Sestriere | Giro d’Italia Women 2026
Dani Rowe
DS, on-site reporter for TNT Eurosport coverage
TNT Eurosport/On-site commentator
Episode: S14 Ep66: Stage 8 | Rivoli to Sestriere | Giro d’Italia Women 2026
Antonio Niedermeyer
GC rider's teammate/press interview subject
Team (implied)
Episode: S14 Ep66: Stage 8 | Rivoli to Sestriere | Giro d’Italia Women 2026
Cecilia Tripludvig
Guest commentator
The Cycling Podcast
Episode: S14 Ep66: Stage 8 | Rivoli to Sestriere | Giro d’Italia Women 2026
Denny Gray
Narrator of the cheese segment
The Cycling Podcast
Episode: S14 Ep66: Stage 8 | Rivoli to Sestriere | Giro d’Italia Women 2026
Isabella Holmgren
Young climber discussed as rising talent
Little Trek (team)
Episode: S14 Ep66: Stage 8 | Rivoli to Sestriere | Giro d’Italia Women 2026
Alison Jackson
Rider from the original break; guest on the episode
San Michelle/Pro teams mentioned in coverage
Episode: S14 Ep65: Stage 7 | Sorbolo Mezzani - Salice Terme | Giro d’Italia Women 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
    Germanya month ago
  • Come back Lionel!

    Miss the sensible and polite Lionel on the Giro!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sad in Oz
    Australia2 months 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
    Denmark2 months 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 Kingdom3 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
#44
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#189
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#102
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#201
Italy/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#228
Germany/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#237
France/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S14 Ep70: Raging Bull
Q: What happened to Paul Seixas and why did he crash?
Seb Piquet explains that Seixas crashed during a descent after attempting to overtake, resulting in severe hand injuries and gloves proving crucial; the incident sparked a broader debate about whether he should have continued racing.
S14 Ep67: Stage 22 | The Final Q&A | (Men's) Giro d’Italia 2026
Q: From Ross Beattie on Strava: How to get your Rivella supply this Giro?
We explain that supplies can be hard to come by and joke about relying on connections, while also noting some personal experiences with Rivella and suppliers.
S14 Ep68: Stage 9 | Saluzzo - Saluzzo | Giro d’Italia Women 2026
Q: What were your expectations for the final stage before the race began?
I expected a hard, tactical day with attacks from multiple riders, and Niedermaier's late pivot showed that the race could be decided by seconds, not minutes; Vollering's response confirmed she was in peak form and ready to strike when it counted.
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.

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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. Antonia Niedermaier
2. Marlen Reusser
3. Dani Christmas
4. Dani Rowe
5. Antonio Niedermeyer
6. Cecilia Tripludvig
7. Denny Gray
8. Isabella Holmgren

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