In 2012 I suffered a life changing spinal cord injury leaving me with 15% muscle function but an open mind, asking new questions and igniting a newfound perspective, passion for life, health, relationships and meaningful work. As a speaker and pharmacist I am motivated to help others live more healthful, purposeful, courageous, fulfilling lives. Join me as I explore the journeys of people finding the magic in the messiness, everyday heroes and leaders they share insights and perspectives to ...
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We share tips, strategies & insights on how you can use cycling as a tool for health, for happiness & longevity. World Tour riders, authors & academics - every weekday.
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One-to-one conversations between Sean O'Rourke and well-known individuals. Featured guests are prominent in public service, culture, sport and business and these long-form conversations explore their motivations, achievements and regrets; in short, what made them the people they are.
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Kev Talks to many representatives of the local arts and theatres in the area on Sunday Morning.
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The DODcast features a wide range of interesting guests from every walk of life. It previews the stories of ordinary people who have done extra-ordinary things in an effort to allow the listener to recognise their own true potential in life. Major themes include: - Health Promotion - Personal Development - Human Endeavour - Optimistic Realism Its time for ~The DODcast
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Caroline Barth from Derby Theatre talks about The Eagle Awards
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Caroline Barth from Derby Theatre chats to Kev Castle on Nottingham Hospitals Radio about The Eagle Awards 2024By NHR
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Tactical Disaster For Vingegaard | Tour de France 2024 Stage 15
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We are covering the final week of the tour de France with daily podcasts chatting about that days stage. Today we chat about the tactical disaster from Team Visma Lease A Bike that has potentially handed the Tour de France win to Pogacar. Loads more insights from todays stage including the time cut, sprint line deviations and more on THAT crisp thr…
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On this weeks Rider Support a listener is struggling to shift weight and wants Anthonys advice. Anthony and Sarah also talk about a controversial article about Mark Cavendish, UCI Protocols for head injuries and THAT Tour de France gravel stage. Pillar Performance…
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Mastering Cycling on a Busy Schedule With Alex Wild
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On today's show Anthony chats to Alex Wild. Alex is a gravel cyclist and competes in the Lifetime Grand Prix. The thin that sets Alex appart from many of his competitors is that he also works full time so today's chat is focused around how the average rider can train effectively even if they are really time crunched. …
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Insider Tips for Amateur Cyclists With Alex Dowsett
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Today, we have a special guest who needs no introduction. Alex Dowsett, former professional cyclist and record-holder and following a distinguished professional career, Alex has continued his journey in the cycling world as an amateur. In today's video, we delve into his experiences and the invaluable lessons he's learned from the professional circ…
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Jonathan Cleaver, Director of the Lace Market Theatre's "Abigail's Party"
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Jonathan Cleaver, Director of the Lace Market Theatre's upcoming production of "Abigail's Party", chats to Kev Castle on Nottingham Hospitals Radio.By NHR
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This Will Make You Faster On The Bike - Rider Support
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What are the top pieces of advice that Anthony has gotten from all the elite level coaches that he has spoken to? Well, in this weeks Rider Support he talks about this and gives you all the information on how to get faster. There's loads more questions too - What to do if you find your handlebars tangled with another riders, how does the team suppo…
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Behind the Stopwatch: Time Trialling With Andrea Parish
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Today we chat to Andrea Parish, Chair of Cycling Time Trials in the UK. Andrea is a fervent advocate for time trialling, a discipline integral to cycling history. Originating in the late 19th century due to restrictions on mass-start races, time trialling has become a distinctive and valued part of cycling culture. Andrea brings a wealth of knowled…
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Juggling Intense Training With Family & Work Obligations - Ted King
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Today, we have a truly special guest, someone who has significantly shaped the world of gravel cycling – Ted King. Ted is not only a former professional World Tour road cyclist, but he has also become one of the top gravel racers in the world. He is a pioneer in the gravel cycling discipline, defining and expanding this niche sport. His journey has…
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Dan Webber talks about the connection between Derby And Dracula
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Dan Webber telling us all about the connection between Dracula and Derby and the upcoming events to celebrate Dracula's return to Derby.By NHR
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The 4 Unmissable Stages Of This Years Tour de France! Rider Support With Sarah
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This Weeks Rider Support focuses on all your Tour de France Questions! Who is going to win, what are the unmissable stages and loads more! Pillar Performance If you're ready to elevate your performance and sleep quality, why not give PILL…
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What Is Heat Training & Should You Be Doing It With Andy McGraw
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Todays we dive into the fascinating world of heat training with Andy McGraw. Andy, the Vice President of CORE brings his expert insights into the benefits and science behind heat training. We'll explore how this innovative training method can lead to significant performance gains, even for amateur cyclists. Andy will break down how the CORE sensor …
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Triathlon Coach and Australian Ironman Champion - Gerard Donnelly
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On today's podcast Anthony chats with Gerard Donnelly. Gerrard is the host of another amazing podcast - The Get Fast Podcast. Which is A Triathlon and Cycling podcast dedicated to help improve you as an athlete. Gerrard is an expert Triathlon coach and Australian Ironman Champion and gives us his fantastic insights to make you a better cyclist. …
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Chris Collins, Director of "Rabbit Hole" at the Lace Market Theatre
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Christopher Collins, Director of "Rabbit Hole" at the Nottingham Lace Market Theatre, chats to Kev Castle on Nottingham Hospital Radio about the playBy NHR
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Can Mark Cavendish Break The Tour de France Record? - Rider Support With Sarah
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On this weeks Rider Support listeners write in with their questions on how to get into a more aero position on the bike, the proper way to execute zone 2 rides and does Anthony think that Mark Cavendish will break the Tour de France stage record? Loads more questions plus a few laughs on Rider Support! P…
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Tour de France Trailblazer With Louise Vardeman
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Todays guest is Louise Vardeman, Louise is one of the remarkable Team Internation Elles riders and a Great Britain athlete. Team Internation Elles is a group of women cyclists that rode the full Tour de France route back in 2019 to campaign for a women's race. Louises' passion is getting more people on bikes, especially women & she is at the forefr…
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Emerging From The Dark Days Of Cycling With Dr Allen Lim
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In todays episode Anthony sits down with Dr Allen Lim. Dr Allen has been one of the key actors in helping cycling emerge from the dark "Armstrong" days. In his role as the team physiologist for Team Garmin he didn't even entertain that doping should be a solution, this sparked innovation because he had to make up that performance deficit by innovat…
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Jack Ellis from Riverside Drama talks about “Portrait of a Murder”
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Jack Ellis from Riverside Drama Group talks to Kev Castle about the upcoming production of “Portrait of a Murder” at the Duchess Theatre, Long EatonBy NHR
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Dr. Kevin Stone on How to Prevent Injuries as You Age
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Today, we’re joined by Dr. Kevin Stone, a leading orthopedic surgeon and innovator in sports medicine. We’ll discuss common injuries as we age and how to prevent them, the best training balance, and the role of supplements. Dr. Stone will share his holistic approach, including mindfulness and stress management, and offer advice for breaking free fr…
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Colin O Brady On How He Is Preparing For His Race Across America Record Attempt
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Colin O'Brady returns to the podcast after his hit appearance a few months ago. Colin is an adventurer with so many world records in so many disciplines including rowing across Drake Passage but this time he's turning his attention to cycling and taking on The Race Across America in an attempt to beat the world record. …
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Bryan Dobson retired last month after 37 years in the RTÉ newsroom. Bryan reflects on his career and shares his view on the future of journalism.By RTÉ
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The Spirit Of Gravel Is DEAD - Rider Support
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After Lachlan Mortons win at the biggest gravel race of the yesr, Unbound, a listener wants to know some of the skills he can learn from the champion. Sarah and Anthony chat about how the gravel scene has changed so much in the last few years and discuss if the "Spirit" of gravel is well and truly dead. Other listeners have questions around mindset…
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From Team GB to Team Jumbo: Richard Young on Winning Processes
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Today, we chat with Richard Young whose PhD is in medical science. Richard is a specialist in high-performance systems. Today we delve into creating and standardizing processes to achieve consistent top results. In sports, medals and trophies are the outcomes, but what defines a high-performance system? How can these results be consistently reprodu…
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Gerry Hussey is a performance psychologist, author and co-founder of Soul Space. He has been at the forefront of building teams and individuals in Olympic and Professional sport and corporate organisations for 20 years. He tells Sean how he prepares top-level sports and business teams for successBy RTÉ
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Inside Leigh Timmis' World Record Ride Across Europe
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Today, we're joined by one of the world's top ultra-endurance cyclists, Leigh Timmis. Leigh has cycled 70,000 kilometres around the globe over seven years but has recently shifted his focus to breaking records. He set the Guinness World Record for the fastest cycle across Europe, completing it in just 16 days, beating the previous record by eight d…
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Nicky Miller and Claire Kavanagh from Venture Theatre, Ashby de la Zouch's production of "Ladies Unleashed"
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Nicky Miller and Claire Kavanagh from Venture Theatre, Ashby de la Zouch's production of "Ladies Unleashed"By NHR
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"Defeat Is Not An Option" With Neuroscientist Dr.Scott Frey
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On todays podcast we explore the intersection of neuroscience and sports performance with Dr Scott Frey who is an internationally renowned cognitive neuroscientist and endurance athlete. How do those split second victories like Michael Phelps or Mark Cavendish happen. What part of the brain is activated to achieve these moments of glory and ability…
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Former prisoner, triathlete, coach and mentor for young offenders, Ger Redmond tells Sean about his childhood, his dreams of becoming a pro footballer, joining a gang, his time in prison and the importance of changing the generational shift.By RTÉ
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Matt Beers: From Cape Epic Wins to Unbound Preparations
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Matt Beers is one of the best gravel cyclists in the world & has won Cape Epic three times. He then turned his attention to other goals, among them, the Lifetime Grand Prix Series. Matt joins us today from training camp where he is training with Keegan Swenson and preparing for the biggest gravel race of them all - Unbound. Matt talks about what th…
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Multi Grand Tour Stage & Classics Winner - Dan Martin
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Dan Martin is one of the top world class pro cyclists of the last decade. Winner of stages in the Tour de France, Giro d'Italia and the Vuelta a España and many one day classics races such as Liège-Bastogne-Liège. Dan also opens up about the low points and that famous crash that happened just meters from claiming his 2nd Liège-Bastogne-Liège win. …
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I Tried Zone 2 Training For 3 Months & Guess What Happened - Rider Support
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What happens when you completely change your training and fitness ethos. Well Anthony did just that a few months ago and a listener wants to know if there has been many benefits. Other listeners write in to pick Sarah and Anthony's brains about what supplements you need to be taking, strava cheaters and how does Sarah deal with on-line hate. …
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Peter Murtagh is an award-winning, journalist and author. He spent almost 40 years in newspapers (working for The Irish Times and the Sunday Tribune in Ireland, and the Sunday Times and The Guardian in the UK) before retiring in 2019. He reflects on some of the big stories he has covered, and how he travelled from Chile to Alaska on his motorbike.…
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No Excuses: Jack Kavanagh’s Guide to Resilience
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Today, we’re joined by Jack Kavanagh, whose journey of overcoming a life-changing injury is both touching and truly inspirational. After speaking with Jack, I found myself repeatedly questioning, “what’s my excuse?” Jack has triumphed over incredible odds to become a renowned public speaker. His strategies for rebuilding his life offer valuable ins…
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Kit, Wheels, Tyres, Chains & More With Time Trialling Expert Matt Bottrill
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In today’s episode we chat with one of the UK's top time trial cyclists, Matt Bottrill. Matt has secured numerous national championships and has greatly influenced the sport as a coach, helping both elite athletes and dedicated amateurs achieve new levels in cycling. Today, we unravel the intricacies of time trialling, discussing the best kit, whee…
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Lewis Bowkett and Polis Loizou from Lace Market Theatre's "Strangers On a Train"
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Lewis Bowkett and Polis Loizou from Lace Market Theatre's upcoming production of "Strangers On A Train" chat to Kev CastleBy NHR
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Are Cyclists Risking Their Lives For Our Entertainment? Rider Support
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Have pro bike race organisers gone too far with dangerous routes? How do you naturally boost low testosterone Do the nasal strips we see the pros wear actually work and the new Shimano 13 speed!? These and loads more on Rider Support. Pillar Performance If …
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Anne Anderson is one of Ireland’s most high-profile diplomats. Former Ambassador to The United Nations in Geneva and New York, The European Union, France, and United States. Anne was the first woman to hold each of these positions. She reflects on her time serving at the highest level of Irish diplomacy.…
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Training Tips from a Mountain Biking Maestro With Ned Overend
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In today’s episode where we are honoured to chat with a true cycling icon, Ned Overend. Celebrated as a trailblazer in mountain biking, Ned's illustrious career boasts multiple national and world titles. He continues to fuel the global passion for cycling with his enduring enthusiasm for the sport. Today, we will explore Ned’s personal journey, his…
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Living Longer and Healthier with Dr. Howard Luks
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Today, we're excited to welcome Dr. Howard Luks. Regular listeners know I've long sought answers about longevity and health. Dr. Luks stands out as one of the most insightful voices I've encountered. A renowned orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine expert, he's also a pioneer in using digital platforms and social media to simplify complex medical…
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The Question On Everyone Lips - Doping In The Pro Peloton This Year
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On todays episode of rider support a listener questions whether Tadej Pogacar is doping given his performances are so superior to all the other riders in the peleton. More listeners write in with questions around Time Trial Helmets, heart rate training and how to become more in-tune with riding your bike. These question plus much more. …
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Regius Professor Rose Anne Kenny is the founding Principal Investigator of The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA). Professor Kenny tells Sean how she got into Medical Gerontology, and reveals some interesting findings from the study, including the need to prioritise social engagement as loneliness has become much more common in Ireland.…
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Champion and Advocate: Alison Tetrick’s Dedication to Cycling Equality
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Today Anthony has Alison Tetrick back on the show, and he isn't afraid to admit that she is one of his favourite guests to talk to. She is the Host of Wedu podcast, former pro, winner of unbound and one of the strongest advocates for female cycling that we have, promoting greater participation and equality in the sport. She's a prominent figure in …
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Elite Cycling Strategies WITH Bora Hansgrove’s John Wakefield
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Today's guest is John Wakefield, a top-tier cycling coach globally known for his pivotal role at Science to Sport, where he honed athletes like Matt Beers and Ashleigh Moolman Pasio into world-class competitors. He has since joined the performance coaching team at Bora Hansgrove, directly enhancing the prowess of cyclists such as Roglic and Jay Hin…
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Gary Frost, Director of Beeston Players upcoming play "Entertaining Angels"
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Gary Frost, Director of Beeston Players upcoming play "Entertaining Angels" chats to Kev Castle on Nottingham Hospitals Radio.By NHR
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Emma Pallant and Alec Boaden from Nottingham Playhouse's production of "Punch"
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Emma Pallant and Alec Boaden from Nottingham Playhouse's production of "Punch" chat to Kev Castle on Nottingham Hospitals Radio.By NHR
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Strava Segments SUCK! - Rider Support With Sarah
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Are Strava segments really that important? Anthony and Sarah get a question from a listener who's Strava segment was taken by a club mate... but not in a classy way. Anthony gives an un-biased opinion on the best tire out there for road riding and gravel riding, are built in visors on helmets cool, how to descend safely and loads more! …
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Bill Browder is an international campaigner against corruption and human rights abuses in Russia. Bill was an investor in Russia prior to his expulsion from the country in 2005. The death of his lawyer Sergei Magnitsky prompted him to turn his firm Hermitage Capital Management into a campaigning organisation promoting the Magnitsky Act.…
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How Everyday Toxins Affect Our Health With Ken Cook
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Today we're joined by the remarkable Ken Cook for a discussion on the widespread environmental toxins that pervade our daily environment—from the food we consume to the air we breathe—and their effects on our health. Ken will explain the methods used to detect and measure these toxins, the enduring impacts of low-level exposure, and the steps we ca…
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Training for Amateur Cyclists with Bora Hansgrove’s Dan Lorang
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Today, I'm speaking with Dan Lorang, one of the worlds top coaches. His former clients include triathlon legends such as Jan Frodeno and Lucy Charles Barkley. Currently, he's the head of performance at the World Tour team Bora Hansgrove, working closely with athletes like Primoz Roglic and Pavel Sivakov. In this discussion, I aim to draw on Dan’s e…
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Micah Darmola, Director of "A Doll's House part 2"
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Micah Darmola, Director of "A Doll's House part 2" at the Nottingham Lace Market Theatre chats to Kev Castle on Nottingham Hospitals Radio about the production.By NHR
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