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Women's Cycling
Tour De France Femmes
Giro D'italia
Tour De France Femme
Demi Vollering
Cycling
Grace Brown
UAE Team ADQ
Lorena Wiebes
Sarah Gigante
Olympics
UAE Tour
UCI
SD Works
World Championships
Anna Van Der Breggen
Fdj-Suez
Pauline Ferrand-Prévot
Ag Insurance-Soudal
Women's World Tour

Weekly breakdowns of what is going on in the Women's World Tour plus exclusive interviews with professional riders and influential people in the sport. Hosted by Abby Mickey with Gracie Elvin, Georgie Howe and Loren Rowney. Escape Collective is member-funded. If you like this podcast please consider supporting us by becoming a member: escapecollective.com/wheeltalk/

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Loren, Gracie, and Georgie joined Abby this week to wrap up the Classics with a discussion of La Flèche Wallonne and Liège-Bastogne-Liège. They talked about FDJ United-Suez's continued dominance and how Demi Vollering has transformed while with the t... more

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Georgie and Gracie joined Abby this week to talk about De Brabantse Pijl and the Amstel Gold Race. They discussed the continued power of FDJ United-Suez with Célia Gery, another top rider to add to their list of wins this year, how SD Worx-Protime is... more

In this special episode of the Wheel Talk podcast, Abby and Loren are on the ground at Paris-Roubaix Femmes. They chat with Alice Jackson from Rouleur about the shortened live coverage this year, catch up with Marianne Vos before the start, and try t... more

This week on the podcast, Abby, Georgie, Loren, and Gracie talk Tour of Flanders and Dwars door Vlaanderen: does FDJ United-Suez have any faults (not this week, they don't), what is going wrong with UAE Team ADQ, Marlen Reusser's comeback and subsequ... more

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Recent Guests

Femke de Vries
Visma-Lease a Bike rider, Domestique, interview guest
Visma-Lease a Bike
Episode: What a podium presentation says about someone's personality
Marianne Vos
Elite cyclist, multiple-time World Champion
Visma–L46a Bike
Episode: Between a Koch and a hard place at Paris-Roubaix
Franziska Koch
Professional cyclist, rider for FDJ United-Suez
FDJ United-Suez
Episode: Between a Koch and a hard place at Paris-Roubaix
Alexis Magner
Rider, EF Education-Oatly
EF Education-Oatly
Episode: Between a Koch and a hard place at Paris-Roubaix
Lucinda Brand
Professional cyclist, Lidl-Trek rider
Lidl-Trek
Episode: Why wait for a sprint?
Pfeiffer Georgi
Professional cyclist discussing season goals and comeback
Professional cyclist
Episode: Don't call it a comeback
Kat Ferguson
Rider on Movistar, interviewee
Movistar Team
Episode: A barrel of UAE Team ADQ riders
Cat Ferguson
Young rider on Movistar, interviewee
Movistar Team
Episode: A barrel of UAE Team ADQ riders
Noemi Rüegg
Rider with EF Education-TIBCO-SVB, winner of the Tour Down Under
EF Education-TIBCO-SVB
Episode: The rivalry between UAE Team ADQ and FDJ United-Suez is heating up

Hosts

Abby Mickey
Host of the weekly discussions, Abby brings insights from her own experiences in professional cycling, along with her keen analysis of events in women's cycling.
Gracie Elvin
Co-host who shares expertise on the dynamics of women's professional cycling, offering perspectives from her racing career and current involvement in events.
Georgie Howe
Co-host focusing on the strategic elements of racing and providing commentary on various events within women's cycling.
Loren Rowney
Co-host who offers insights from her cycling career, contributing valuable analyses of racing events and athlete performances.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 241 ratings
  • The gold standard

    Great hosts, great insight, and great subject matter. All four regular hosts bring experience, thoughtful commentary, and a real-world context to the pod. Always worth a listen — and a membership

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NMwin
    Canada2 months ago
  • I want to be your friend too!

    Love this pod and how much fun it is to listen to the brilliant wheel talk folks talk in SO much detail with so much knowledge about *women’* professional sport. Love you all!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hv.
    United States6 months ago
  • The best

    The best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Helgi Hundingsbane
    United States10 months ago
  • Women’s cycling podcast of choice!

    Great insight from ex pro cyclists with direct links to the pro peloton.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jamie2341
    Ireland10 months ago
  • The best cycling podcast in the world

    A group of experts passionate about women’s cycling.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KeepPedaling
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging and knowledgeable banter among hosts regarding women's cycling.
Many reviews emphasize the show's balance of entertainment and education, making it accessible to both cycling aficionados and casual fans.
The podcast is celebrated for giving a platform to women athletes and discussing pertinent issues in women's sports.
Fans highlight the depth of analysis in the coverage of races and strategies, valuing the expert perspectives shared.

Chart Rankings

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#239
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What a podium presentation says about someone's personality
Q: How did Femke describe balancing medical training with a rapidly rising cycling career?
She explained that a lot of it came down to choosing flexible schedules, having the right trainer, and building trust with a support team, which allowed her to pursue cycling while continuing work as a doctor and later focus more on pro racing.
Why wait for a sprint?
Q: How was Lucinda Brand's cross-season and transition to the road calendar handled by the team?
Brand describes a multi-faceted approach: refining past issues, extending cross-season training through Spain to build hours, and coordinating with the road team to manage workloads while maintaining top performance.
FDJ United-Suez is changing the game
Q: How did Franzi transition from a worker to a team leader for this season, and how did that influence FDJ United-Suez' race dynamics?
Franzi described embracing leadership as a deliberate shift within a strong team environment, citing the support from teammates like Shabby and Koch, and the way the group communicates and coordinates to maintain pressure and protect their best riders in the finale.
The power of social media
Q: What is still on your bucket list?
If I could choose one race to win, it would be Flesh because I have so much love for this race and that finish; it just tells the truth about who's the strongest. Before I retire, I dream of winning that race.
The power of social media
Q: Do you feel like it maybe would have been, like, had you taken more time even to, it would have been easier to come back in a way, or did you need to come back?
Cecilie reflected that looking back, she probably rushed her return, feeling the pressure to get back into racing after missing out on significant events due to her injury.

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The content focuses on providing in-depth insights and discussions about women's professional cycling, with a strong emphasis on events within the Women's World Tour. Episodes typically feature lively debates among hosts and interviews with professional cyclists, allowing listeners to gain unique perspectives from athletes who share their challenges, triumphs, and the dynamics of the sport. Noteworthy themes include the evolution of women's cycling, mental health issues in sports, and the importance of representation and support for female athletes. The show uniquely balances expert analysis with personal narratives, making it a significant platform for elevating the voices of women in cycling.

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Recent guests on Wheel Talk include:

1. Femke de Vries
2. Marianne Vos
3. Franziska Koch
4. Alexis Magner
5. Lucinda Brand
6. Pfeiffer Georgi
7. Kat Ferguson
8. Cat Ferguson

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