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The Domestiques

Black Sheep
Tour De France
Cycling
Black Sheep Cycling
Tour Down Under
Women's Cycling
Tour De France Femmes
Giro D'italia
Tadej Pogačar
Australian Cycling
Australia
Tadej Pogacar
Olympics
Demi Vollering
Ben O'connor
Jonas Vingegaard
Mark Cavendish
Movember
La Vuelta
Pro Velo League
Peaks Challenge

Presented by Australia’s premier cycling apparel brand, Black Sheep. The Domestiques delivers up rolling commentary and behind-the-peloton coverage from the world of cycling. Hosted by Matilda Reynolds, Lee "Hollywood" Turner, and Mark O'Brien.

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Lee “Hollywood” Turner is back from five weeks in Europe, and instantly back in the thick of it with Matilda Reynolds and Mark O’Brien.

The crew unpack Connor Wright’s junior XCO rainbow jersey, the elite mountain-bike showdown, Australian success a... more

From Tadej Pogačar taking red in Monaco to Matthew Brennan winning his first Grand Tour sprint, La Vuelta has started at full speed.

Matilda Reynolds and Mark O’Brien unpack the opening stages, the next generation of Australian talent, what Team Jay... more

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The episode opens with a difficult but important conversation about rider safety and the loss of Finlay Tarling at the Volta a Portugal.

EF Education-EasyPost sports director Tom Southam then joins Matilda Reynolds and Mark O’Brien for a look inside... more

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Tils and Marko are joined by Sarah Gigante for the final Tour de France Femmes debrief. They unpack Demi Vollering’s overall victory, Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney’s challenge, the teams that raced boldly, those that missed their moment, and the domestiqu... more

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Recent Guests

Tommy Tom Southern
DS of EF, former professional cyclist, steel journalist
EF Education-EasyPost
Episode: Inside the Tour Team Car with EF’s Tom Southam
Vee Taekwondoo
Cycling analyst guest on episode
The Domestiques
Episode: Stage 9: Demi Vollering Seals Yellow in Nice
Demi Vollering
Professional cyclist, Tour de France stage winner and overall contender
SD Worx
Episode: Stage 8: Vollering Strikes, Kasia Fires Back
Kate Veronneau
Director of Women's Strategy at Zwift
Zwift
Episode: Stage 7: A New Queen on Mont Ventoux
Loren Rowney
Agent to the stars, ex-pro cyclist
Agent for cyclists
Episode: Stage 7: A New Queen on Mont Ventoux
Verita Stewart
Head of the Women's Cycling Fan Club
Women's Cycling Fan Club
Episode: Stage 4: A Time Trial That Changed Everything
Verita Lowercase V. Stuart
Guest offering stage and competitor insights
Ride magazine
Episode: The Ultimate Tour de France Femmes Preview
Greg Henderson
Kiwi former professional cyclist and sprint coach
Former pro cyclist; sprint coaching in Girona
Episode: Why Tim Merlier keeps winning with Greg Henderson
Harry Leask
Silver medalist rower for Great Britain, later cyclor for INEOS Britannia in SailGP
INEOS Britannia
Episode: Harry Leask: From Olympic Silver to America’s Cup Suffering

Hosts

Matilda Reynolds
Host of The Domestiques; long-time cycling commentator with ties to Black Sheep/branding partners; central figure in show branding and analysis.
Lee Turner
Co-host known for on-the-ground race analysis and engaging banter; often referenced as 'Hollywood' in intro.
Mark O'Brien
Co-host providing veteran insights on race strategies and team dynamics.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 156 ratings
  • Love the pod

    Great mix of women’s and men’s cycling insights. Lots of fun and good humour. Skip the e-bike episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mullengandra
    Australiaa year ago
  • An insider cycling podcast that has humor and heart

    Edit: I am updating this review almost a year later and I still adore it! I laugh so hard and I learn so much! I love these people so much.

    This podcast has heart. I’m a listener from the US who found the pod after hearing Matilda Reynolds as a guest on another podcast earlier this year. It’s great to get insight into both men’s and women’s cycling on one pod and feel the enthusiasm for cycling in Australia. I’m already talking to my husband about coming out for the Tour Down Under!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    catplus
    United Statesa year ago
  • Unfollowing

    Sorry, this is my last episode. I get that you all have your own opinions and you don’t have to be unbiased in a podcast, but I’m looking for overall overseas knowledge with more diplomacy, Matilda.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CathyA@
    Australiaa year ago
  • Awesome podcast

    This is my favourite cycling podcast. Perfect mix of news, entertainment and great info.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ohjohn2772
    Australia2 years ago
  • An insider cycling podcast that has humor and heart

    This podcast has heart. I’m a listener from the US who found the pod after hearing Matilda Reynolds as a guest on another podcast earlier this year. It’s great to get insight into both men’s and women’s cycling on one pod and feel the enthusiasm for cycling in Australia. I’m already talking to my husband about coming out for the Tour Down Under!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    catplus
    United States2 years ago

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Some critique occurs around sentiment or bias in opinions, but episodes remain engaging and informative.
Fans appreciate deep dives into both men's and women's cycling and the Australian cycling scene.
Listeners praise balanced analysis with humor and strong host chemistry.

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#176
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Ultimate Tour de France Femmes Preview
Q: Who do you think will take the yellow jersey after stage one?
Demi Vollering or Kim Le Court could grab early seconds, but the dynamics are fluid and a break could surprise us.
Harry Leask: From Olympic Silver to America’s Cup Suffering
Q: What's the view on national championships and potential citizenship changes for Australia?
There's interest in pursuing national time trials and possibly switching eligibility if needed, as it could open doors to wear the national jersey, though it's expensive and requires coordinating tests, equipment, and timing.
Harry Leask: From Olympic Silver to America’s Cup Suffering
Q: What does the crew do for preparation and heat management in the sailing box?
We do a lot of heat training and mostly train on static bikes to simulate the physical demands, because the actual boat environment requires adaptation; we gradually integrated into the sailing aspect while maintaining a strong cycling base when possible.
Harry Leask: From Olympic Silver to America’s Cup Suffering
Q: What was the process like transitioning from rowing to INEOS Britannia and the America's Cup?
I connected with an ex-rower who was already in the team, did initial trials on the bike, and after proving I could perform, I joined the program and eventually transitioned my training focus from rowing to sailing, eventually earning a contract while still in the process.
Harry Leask: From Olympic Silver to America’s Cup Suffering
Q: Harry, how did you end up on the foreshore of Australia's most famous cycling road here in Melbourne?
I followed a path where my partner's decision to move to Australia offered better weather and a lifestyle, and cycling fit naturally with that move, leading me from rowing into sailing and now focusing again on cycling here in Melbourne.

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A lively, conversational cycling show that blends race analysis, behind-the-peloton reporting, and team dynamics with humor and strong personalities. Across episodes, the trio covers WorldTour moves, race tactics, and the evolving landscape of women's cycling, while highlighting emerging riders and domestic coverage in Australia. Notable strengths include candid guest insights from current pros and analysts, a clear emphasis on sponsorships and media coverage, and a welcoming, banter-forward format that appeals to engaged cycling fans who enjoy both technical breakdowns and personality-driven discussion.

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1. Tommy Tom Southern
2. Vee Taekwondoo
3. Demi Vollering
4. Kate Veronneau
5. Loren Rowney
6. Verita Stewart
7. Verita Lowercase V. Stuart
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