Best Dope Media Network Podcasts (2024)

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“The Tour de France needs to do a proper security review”: Academic behind Shimano electronic gears hacking study on why “it’s hard to tell” if wireless doping has taken place in pro cycling – and why ... 39:46

34m ago39:46

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For episode 84 of the road.cc Podcast, we took a deep dive into one of the more curious, and headline grabbing, cycling tech studies of recent years – which discovered that your bike’s electronic shifters may be susceptible to hackers, who could even be lurking at the Vuelta a España, waiting to sabotage Primož Roglič’s next move to the big ring. T…

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LAWSPLAINING: CAN SOCIAL MEDIA LAWFULLY MANIPULATE WHAT POSTS YOU SEE? 18:03

4h ago18:03

18:03

In this episode of Law ‘Splaining, host Bobby Rehkemper tackles a pressing and controversial question: Can states compel social media platforms to more fairly balance the information that appears in people’s feeds? Dive into the legal limits on social media as Bobby explores the complexities of this issue, breaking down the recent Supreme Court cas…

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Can 50% of Brits really not afford to buy a bike? Cycling and affordability discussed, plus how to make a new bike computer with Hammerhead 54:27

19d ago54:27

54:27

For episode 83 of the road.cc Podcast, we decided to don our analytical hats and delve into a recent survey which claimed that 49 per cent of British people do not believe they can afford to buy a bike, and that around a quarter reckon it would take around six months to save up for one. Are bikes, and the accessories commonly associated with cyclin…

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Was the 2024 Tour de France a bit rubbish? Pogačar’s ghostbusting climbs, podcast poltergeists, and Cav’s Vino problem 46:46

26d ago46:46

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It's episode 82 of the road.cc Podcast sponsored by Hammerhead, a certain big old race across France has ended for another year, and so it's only right that we do a full debrief of Tour de France 2024! What was good and what was not so good about this year's Tour, what have we learnt, and how would we make the 2025 edition even better? Find out wha…

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LAWSPLAINING: TICKTOK BAN? 14:07

21d ago14:07

14:07

Congress has passed a law that requires TickTok to divest itself of Chinese ownership or be banned within the United States. Is TickTok a foreign controlled weapon for social espionage or merely a platform for the free exercise of speech and expression? Are there legitimate concerns? What are the constitutional implications? How does the First Amen…

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STRAIGHT DOPE: CARL OLSEN PART 2 24:06

1M ago24:06

24:06

There was so much to cover with Carl Olsen that we split this episode into two parts! And now that there is an approved secular use for marijuana in Iowa under the medical cannabidiol act, Iowa Code chapter 124, can the State still deny his right to consume THC for religious purposes? I expect the newly enacted Iowa Religious Freedom Restoration Ac…

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DOS AND DON’TS: MEGGAN GUNS - TRICYCLE AND A CONVICTED SEX OFFENDER 16:38

2M ago16:38

16:38

We are not going to ruin the surprise effect of this episode of Dos and Don’ts by putting any of it in the description. We will just say, Meggan Guns was warmed up in her last episode, so we decided to turn up the heat. She wants to be the next Dallas County Attorney. Can she answer the tough questions? Here is a hint about this episode. It involve…

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Mark Cavendish makes history, Dylan Groenewegen’s bizarre (and stage-winning) aero beak, and the weirdest things we’ve ever seen at the Tour de France 1:00:59

1M ago1:00:59

1:00:59

We’re almost a week into the 2024 Tour de France, so to celebrate – and inspired by Dylan Groenewegen’s peculiar, Batman-inspired aero beak – in the latest episode of the road.cc Podcast, we decided to unbuckle the Grande Boucle and focus on the strangest, daftest, and most crazy things, both on and off the bike, that we’ve witnessed at cycling’s b…

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STRAIGHT DOPE: 20 TONS OF MARIJUANA FOR RELIGIOUS USE 30:15

1M ago30:15

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Is there a First Amendment defense to importing 20 tons of marijuana for religious use? Join a fascinating discussion with Carl Olsen as he takes viewers on a nearly 50-year, pioneering journey of defending his constitutional right to consume sacramental cannabis as a member of the Ethiopian Zion Coptic Church. I consider him the foremost expert on…

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GRL VICTORY VAULT: EMPLOYER GROSS NEGLIGENCE IN MINING COLLAPSE 20:30

2M ago20:30

20:30

In this episode of GRL’s Victory Vault, we delve into a remarkable case where justice prevailed in the face of gross negligence by an employer. We speak with GRL partner Cory Gourley about a harrowing mining accident that resulted in the tragic death of the client's son. The son's employer's egregious negligent conduct was so pronounced that the ju…

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Cycling and the General Election: Do the UK’s political parties care about cycling and active travel? We take a deep dive into the 2024 manifestos 59:34

2M ago59:34

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Unless you’ve been living under a rock, or become adept at turning off the TV as soon as you hear Question Time’s twinkly theme, then you’ll be well aware that the next UK general election is fast approaching. And with under two weeks to go until the polling stations open, all of the main parties have launched their manifestos, setting out the key …

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LAW 'SPLAINING: DISCARDED DNA 17:01

2M ago17:01

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We have been saying it for over a year now. Eat your damn crust! After the Iowa Supreme Court case at the center of this episode we can now add to that advice. If you don’t want Big Brother getting your DNA clearing your table and straw from the Iowa famous Pizza Ranch restaurant. The ultimate question we dive into on this episode of Law Splaining …

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DOS AND DON'TS: MEGGAN GUNS - UNLIMITED FUNDS? 14:52

2M ago14:52

14:52

We finally tricked a prosecutor into appearing on GRL Raw! Current Assistant Polk County Attorney and candidate for Dallas County Attorney, Meggan Guns faces the firing squad on another riveting episode of Dos and Don’ts. Do prosecutors have to consider the financial costs associated with a prosecution? Do they strike deals because it might be too …

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road.cc CANCELLED by Ineos! What happened when we tried to take pics of the new Pinarello Dogma + Does cycling policy need a reset after the election? 1:13:24

3M ago1:13:24

1:13:24

Oi, you there! You can’t record your podcast around here… We’ve got a special bonus Dauphiné and election edition of the road.cc Podcast this week, because surely you didn’t think we were going to ignore THAT incident, involving a seemingly super top secret new Pinarello Dogma and a stubborn British team at the key pre-Tour tune-up race, did you? S…

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Making our way around the National Cycle Network (and why it’s really all about the people you meet) with Laura Laker + Is active travel in Britain heading in the wrong direction? 1:16:56

3M ago1:16:56

1:16:56

For episode 78 of the road.cc Podcast, we donned our reading glasses, grabbed our bikes, and headed over to the National Cycle Network, that underfunded, unwieldy, often fractured, but very important collection of routes used by cyclists across the UK and which forms the subject of Laura Laker’s brilliant new book, Potholes and Pavements. Part one …

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VICTORY VAULT: SCHOOL DISTRICT FAILS SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENT 21:16

3M ago21:16

21:16

In this episode of GRL’s Victory Vault, we shed light on a case where justice was not only served for a young client but also held a school district accountable for its own failures. We speak with GRL partner Bobby Rehkemper about a case that started with a tragic incident: the sexual assault of a special education student by another student within…

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DOS AND DON'TS: BLIND, FURY, INAPPROPRIATE CUSTOMER 14:03

3M ago14:03

14:03

Jill Zwagerman was warmed up with the softball in our last episode, so we crank up the difficulty level on this Dos and Don’ts. This one involves disabilities, a Furry, a pupachino and a naughty customer. What is an employer required to do to protect its people from unruly customers? Are Furry’s a “protected class?” What is a “protected class”? Jil…

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"You’re not going to legislate away these sort of incidents": Martin Porter KC on cycling and the law + cycling and mental health for Mental Health Awareness Week 1:18:56

4M ago1:18:56

1:18:56

It's episode 77 of the road.cc Podcast, and arguably one of our most thought-provoking episodes to date. In part 1, Jack and George sit down with leading barrister Martin Porter KC on the same week that the Government announced tougher laws are set to be introduced for 'dangerous cyclists' who kill or injure. Highlighting recent high profile and ex…

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LAW 'SPLAINING: SOCIAL MEDIA AND GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES 14:08

4M ago14:08

14:08

You comment on your Mayor’s Facebook page about how he is doing a terrible job. Your comment gets deleted. You comment again. It gets deleted. You go to comment again. You are blocked! The First Amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees citizens the right to speak their mind, dissent against the government and express their opinions. I…

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DOS AND DON’TS: MY GIRLFRIENDS BOSS TOLD HER TO BREAK UP WITH ME 16:45

3M ago16:45

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GRL Raw takes Dos and Don’ts to an entirely new level this season with guest appearances from local lawyers who have a special set of skills on the topics of discussion. We kick it off with Jill Zwagerman of who specializes in Employment Discrimination cases; think Sexual Harassment. We sit Jill down, throw a few drinks down her throat and hit her …

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Is cycling treated fairly in the media? BBC AntiSocial goes cycling discussed with ‘the cyclist' + the future of indoor bike racing with IndieVelo's founder 1:04:38

4M ago1:04:38

1:04:38

In episode 76 of the road.cc Podcast, we're talking about... another podcast! Well, we'd like to think it goes a bit deeper than that, because our discussion with Lauren O'Brien - representing 'the cyclist' in a recent debate title 'Should cyclists stay in their lane?' with researcher and journalist James Woudhuysen - delves into how cycling is gen…

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STRAIGHT DOPE: CIVIL LIBERTIES AT STAKE IN UNIVERSITY GAMBLING SCANDAL 25:52

4M ago25:52

25:52

On this episode of the Straight Dope, Colin’s guest, Andrew Mertens, Executive Director of the Iowa Association for Justice, discusses the latest developments in the gambling controversy that rocked the University of Iowa and Iowa State athletic departments last fall. What technology did the state’s Division of Criminal Investigation use to target …

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VICTORY VAULT: PROSECUTORIAL MISCONDUCT AND SANCTIONS 36:36

4M ago36:36

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In this episode, we crack open GRL’s Victory Vault to shine some light on a case where not only did GRL Law get a great result for a client but were also able to dole out some justice to a prosecutor. We sit down with GRL partner Matt Lindholm to explain how a rather routine Operating While Intoxicated charge took an unexpected turn when Matt’s tho…

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LAW 'SPLAINING: TRUMP BALLOT BALLYHOO 11:49

4M ago11:49

11:49

Lawsplaining is where GRL Raw breaks down fancified legal mumbojumbo over beers and explains it so that all may understand. On this very first episode we tackle the hot-off-the-press United States Supreme Court decision involving the Trump Ballot Ballyhoo. Can a State keep a presidential candidate off of their ballot? What was their theory that lea…

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The history of folding bikes with Mark Bickerton (+ the real story behind THAT very 80s TV ad) plus a weekend in Hell: Tales from Paris-Roubaix 1:17:05

5M ago1:17:05

1:17:05

It's time for episode 75 of the road.cc Podcast, a two-parter that is as chalk and cheese as we've ever recorded in cycling terms... but that's how we like it! Part 1 is all about folding bikes, and more specifically a fascinating chat with Mark Bickerton, whose father Harry invented arguably the first properly practical, lightweight folding bike i…

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STRAIGHT DOPE: HEMP DERIVED THC UPDATE 19:38

4M ago19:38

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Welcome to the Straight Dope where Colin Murphy dishes the plain truth on all things vice in Iowa. In this episode, Colin chats with Bobby Rehkemper about consumable hemp products. Want to know how to tell what is legal to possess and consume? And what will get you arrested? Gummies, vapes and mushroom products are covered. Colin also reviews Iowa …

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“It’s Paris-Roubaix!” Zoe and Magnus Bäckstedt on “blood, mud, and tears” at the Hell of the North, plus cycling and climbing from the lowest to the highest point of each continent (and avoiding getting ... 1:04:36

5M ago1:04:36

1:04:36

With Paris-Roubaix, arguably the most hotly anticipated weekend on the pro cycling calendar, approaching fast around the next cobbled bend, episode 74 of the road.cc Podcast features two representatives of the past, present, and future of the Queen of the Classics: Canyon-Sram’s father-daughter duo Magnus and Zoe Bäckstedt, 20 years on from Magnus’…

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Why is it so hard to get a bike on a ferry? Why is Strava's 'Weekly Snapshot' annoying cyclists? 1:13:02

5M ago1:13:02

1:13:02

On episode 73 of the road.cc podcast, we hear from two cyclists who tell us their trials and tribulations of trying to get their bikes on the ferry... something that appears to be a tad more difficult that boarding one by car! Our original story about Elaine Baker's ordeal with Irish Ferries ignited much debate, so we thought it was only right to f…

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Mike Ashley buys Wiggle CRC: Ex-employee talks “shock” at retail giant’s demise and staff’s “hard and fast goodbye”, plus THAT Visma Giro helmet discussed 1:06:33

6M ago1:06:33

1:06:33

While the two topics discussed on episode 72 of the road.cc Podcast are both high on the cycling world’s list of talking points this week, they notably sit at opposite ends of the seriousness spectrum (unless you take your time trial helmet debates very seriously, of course). In part one, George and Ryan are joined by a former Wiggle Chain Reaction…

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“Our sport will wither and die if we refuse these sponsors”: Sportswashing and pro cycling’s carbon footprint discussed, plus LTNs vs dodgy data 1:15:28

6M ago1:15:28

1:15:28

In episode 71 of the road.cc Podcast, we’ve got two great guests and two great topics to discuss… namely sportswashing and low traffic neighbourhoods. We’re arguably missing a debate about helmets, but otherwise it doesn’t get much more road.cc Podcast than this! In part 1 Ryan is joined by Darach McQuaid, the former chairman and current advisor to…

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“We’ve learnt to normalise rubbish behaviour”: What stops women cycling? Abuse, intimidation, and how to make cycling safe for everyone 49:11

7M ago49:11

49:11

At the start of 2024, the London Cycling Campaign’s Women’s Network, a coalition of cycling groups in the capital, published a report, titled ‘What Stops Women Cycling in London?’, which detailed the shocking extent to which women riding their bikes in the capital face a barrage of verbal and physical abuse, sexual harassment, and intimidation from…

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“Some drivers see safe cycling as a character flaw”: the fight for fewer close passes + the UK's booming gravel scene 1:14:53

7M ago1:14:53

1:14:53

On episode 69 of the road.cc Podcast, we delve into the reasons and behavioural patterns that underpin most, if not all, of the 887 (and counting) examples of close passes and dangerous driving that make up our Near Miss of the Day series, aided by a road safety expert currently undertaking a PhD study on the relationship between motorists and cycl…

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Bike industry chaos, part 2: What lies ahead in 2024? More expert analysis plus our Cycling Sgt. Pepper image discussed 1:00:14

8M ago1:00:14

1:00:14

It’s episode 68 of the road.cc Podcast and we’re turning our attention once again to the troubling state of the bike industry and its worryingly shaky prospects for the year ahead, following the news that Orange Bikes – one of the UK’s most iconic cycling brands and a staple of the mountain bike scene – has appointed an administrator. To discuss wh…

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Seeing the person behind the cyclist: More Than A Cyclist Campaign aims to inspire behaviour change with powerful new film, plus our top cycling Christmas gifts 48:44

9M ago48:44

48:44

It's episode 67 of the road.cc Podcast, and we're turning our attention to cycling safety ahead of the festive season. It's perhaps not the cheeriest of subjects, but a crucial one - and there is hope for the future thanks to hard-working activists such as the folks at the More Than A Cyclist Campaign. We speak to Rob Anderson, who tells us the mai…

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S2E11: DUI SECRETS LAW ENFORCEMENT DOESN’T WANT YOU TO KNOW 1:35:41

9M ago1:35:41

1:35:41

GRL finally reveals their secrets of drunk driving defense in Iowa. The most experienced, aggressive, and successful Iowa law firm for drunk driving defense pulls back the curtain on operating while intoxicated investigations. GRL Raw is closing out 2023 with a bang. In the final episode of 2023, Bobby and Donut discuss the top ways that otherwise …

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Is cycling ‘woke’? Cycling and culture wars discussed with a Conservative aide, plus Lucinda Brand and Eli Iserbyt on the future of cyclocross racing 1:13:22

9M ago1:13:22

1:13:22

The two subjects we're discussing on episode 66 of the road.cc Podcast are arguably chalk and cheese, but equally as interesting we hope you'll agree! In part 1, Jack and Ryan are joined by Jack Gebhard, Chief of Staff for the Conservative MP for Worcester, Robin Walker, about cycling's curious relationship with 'wokeness'. With 'woke' having morph…

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Why the 20mph zone time trial ban could be the “tip of the iceberg” for British racing + Chris Froome’s bike set-up mystery explained 57:39

10M ago57:39

57:39

Could the widespread implementation of 20mph speed limits across the UK spell the end of Britain’s long and venerable history of time trialling? On episode 65 of the road.cc Podcast, Ryan and Dan are joined by solicitor and club chairman Jonty Gordon to discuss Cycling Time Trials' recent refusal to sanction courses that feature 20mph zones, and th…

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Broken bikes, riding the wrong way, and losing track of time: Tales from the 2023 Transcontinental Race ultra-distance cycling epic! 55:09

10M ago55:09

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For episode 64 of the road.cc Podcast, Ryan is talking to the intrepid and indefatigable Han Lu, who has many a story to tell from her epic Transcontinental adventure. When many others would have 'scratched', Han carried on despite many setbacks and finished the mammoth Transcontinental Race route across Europe after a whole month of riding, and ap…

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S2E10: THE ULTIMATE REVENGE – FIGHTING BACK AGAINST REVENGE PORN OFFENDERS 53:35

10M ago53:35

53:35

Some call it nonconsensual pornography others call it revenge porn. Regardless of the label, nonconsensual sharing or dissemination of intimate sexual photographs and videos causes immediate and long-term harm to the person whose trust and confidence is betrayed. Offenders may look at it as simply getting even for a broken heart, but the trail of d…

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Wiggle administration shocker: What the hell is going on in the bike industry?? Plus pro cycling's idiot problem 1:02:51

10M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

Episode 63 of the road.cc Podcast is coming at you a week early, because hot off the press are shocking reports regarding the future of Wiggle Chain Reaction Cycles. What happens if the cycling and multisport retail giant folds, and are we surprised about the reports considering the turmoil the whole bike industry has found itself in throughout 202…

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"It's a mess": A solicitor's take on Shimano crankgate + Tony and Dave talk us through the history of road.cc! 1:07:46

11M ago1:07:46

1:07:46

It's the unfortunate saga that just keeps rolling on (or coming to a very abrupt halt if you're one of the unfortunate cyclists affected), and on episode 62 of the road.cc Podcast we've got the view of a specialist product recall solicitor on Shimano's failing cranksets and the "mess" that has ensued since. Thomas Jervis of Leigh Day Solicitors doe…

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S2E9: DISPOSABLE CONNECTIONS – BURNER PHONES AND PRIVACY 1:17:56

11M ago1:17:56

1:17:56

Eat your damn crust! How did the suspected Long Island serial killer Rex Huerman’s disregard of this advice likely forever alter his living arrangements? We could not have asked for a better current event to discuss the Three T’s – Trash, Trespass, and Telephones. Bobby and Donut use the Long Island serial killer investigation as a springboard for …

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Investigating Shimano's snapping cranksets with a report from an engineering expert + hardcore bearings chat! 51:35

11M ago51:35

51:35

Episode 61 of the road.cc Podcast is slightly different to what we had planned originally, because Shimano has finally acknowledged that there might be an issue with some of its previous generation Ultegra and Dura-Ace cranksets... We discuss what happened, how it compares to other big bike industry recalls in the past, what Shimano has had to say …

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The Campag Kid on building retro masterpieces, trickle-down tech, and getting hit by a car you helped design 50:16

12M ago50:16

50:16

It’s something of a nostalgia fest on the 60th episode of the road.cc Podcast this week, as we’re joined by retro bike restorer extraordinaire and leading proponent of the lost art of ‘drillium’, the Campag Kid, for a fascinating discussion about the roots of his obsession for classic bikes and illustrious Italian components, the lengths to which h…

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S2E8: MEET THE ALL-STARS OF GRL LAW 1:21:38

12M ago1:21:38

1:21:38

We interrupt our normally scheduled podcast to highlight the women at the core of GRL. They are our backbone. They are what makes GRL such a special place to serve those whom we are privileged to represent and call clients. Without them, we would be floundering and ineffective. Their loyalty, buy-in, and self-sacrifice for the betterment of our Tea…

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Will ULEZ get more people on bikes? + Getting back on the bike after hip surgery with a cycling physio expert 1:13:43

12M ago1:13:43

1:13:43

In episode 59 of the road.cc Podcast, George, Jack, Ryan, and Simon gathered around the table to discuss the week’s big news story – the much-debated extension of London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone, which after months of often toxic political and online discourse, finally came into force on Tuesday in outer London. While the extended ULEZ only affect…

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Around the world without a motor + How to save serious watts with Aerocoach’s Xavier Disley 57:39

1y ago57:39

57:39

For episode 58 of the road.cc Podcast, we’re turning our attention to two very different ends of the cycling spectrum, by exploring what it would be like to completely give up on any and all forms of motorised transportation – and to circumvent the globe in the process – before going in-depth on all things aerodynamics, and why a more efficient jer…

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road.cc at the Super World Championships! Rain, rivalries, protests, new bikes and exclusive interview with Aussie pro Michael Matthews 53:58

1y ago53:58

53:58

For this special bonus edition of the road.cc Podcast in association with Hammerhead, our 57th episode, we’re coming at you live from the inaugural ‘Super’ UCI Cycling World Championships in Glasgow! Ryan and Jamie discuss the crazy men’s road race, and ‘that’ big not-so-secret bike launch from Specialized, with Remco Evenepoel and numerous others …

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Rishi Sunak is “on the side” of drivers – What happened to Britain’s “golden age for cycling”? Plus THAT cargo bike parking row! 1:22:13

1y ago1:22:13

1:22:13

It's time for episode 56 of the road.cc Podcast. Last weekend, just in case you were doing your best to avoid the news, Rishi Sunak promised the UK’s motorists that he was “on their side”, as the Prime Minister ordered a review of Low Traffic Neighbourhoods in England. The review comes as the debate over green active travel policies continues to sh…

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S2E7: COLLEGE MOVE-IN SPECIAL – SURVIVING SLUMLORDS 1:06:52

1y ago1:06:52

1:06:52

Slumlords are often thought to prey on the socioeconomically disadvantaged residents of the inner cities. While this is undoubtedly true, college kids are similarly vulnerable to being victimized by the profiteering of irresponsible landlords. Bobby and Donut kick this episode off by diving into the rubble of the Disaster in Davenport, where a land…

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