This week on the drop in podcast, Duncan is joined by, Ella Conolly. Hailing from the highlands of Scotland, Ella turned down the offer of a place in university, in favour of the move to Manchester to train as a member of team GB racing cross country mountain bike... Just as she was starting to feel that things were working out, Ella and after a kn…

This week on The Drop in Podcast, Duncan is joined by, Joe Barnes Listen in as they discuss Joe's unconventional childhood, getting hooked on riding, the thrill of mass start mountain bike races and everything in between. The Drop in Podcast can also be streamed via all major audio platforms... Drop in Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d…

We are back with a brand new episode with a great guest! This week Duncan sits down with young Downhill MTB Racer Jamie Edmonson and chat about everything from Jamie's breakout season in 2020 all the way to the nitty gritty of pro contract negotiations. Drop in Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dropinpodcast/ Jamie Edmonson Instagram: ht…

We are back with a brand new episode with a great guest! This week Duncan sits down with Trials and Mountainbike legend Hans "No Way" Rey at his home in Laguna Beach California. They cover everything from how Hans got into riding Trials in Europe as a teenager before moving across the pond to forge an incredible career in Mountain Biking that has s…

This week on The Drop in Podcast, Duncan is joined by Scottish Enduro Mountain Bike Racer Katy Winton. Back In November 2020, Katy was given the shock news that her contract with Trek Factory Racing was not going to be renewed. After four years of riding and racing for of the best known and biggest bike brands in the world she was suddenly left wit…

This week on The Drop in Podcast, Duncan is joined by recently crowned BMX Freestyle Olympic Bronze Medallist Declan Brooks. Declan landed back in the UK just last week so it was great to get the chance to speak to him all about his Olympic Experience. The Drop in Podcast can also be played in full in video form here: https://www.youtube.com/channe…

This week on the Drop in Podcast, Duncan is joined by Tom Stoltman. Hailing from the Scottish Highlands, Tom Stoltman was recently crowned The World's Strongest man. Tom's story is nothing short of inspiring and he openly talks about some of the serious adversities he has faced in life. From dealing with Autism and extreme social anxieties that cam…

This week on the Drop in Podcast, Duncan is joined by Endurance Cyclist and Adventurer; Jenny Graham. In 2018 Jenny embarked on her biggest adventure of all; an attempt to break the female World Record time riding a bicycle around the world. Follow Jenny here - https://instagram.com/jennygrahamis_ Follow The Drop in Podcast - https://instagram.com/…

This week on the Drop in Podcast, Duncan is joined by Tahnee Seagrave and Veronique Sandler In this episode we explore the contentious subjects of Prize Money, Salaries and the general challenges facing female riders trying to break into gravity racing. Follow Tahnee here - https://instagram.com/tahneeseagrave Follow Vero here - https://www.instagr…

This week on the Drop in Podcast, Duncan is joined by professional downhill racer, and free rider, Kaos Seagrave. Listen in as they discuss, where his name comes from, what it was like growing up in Morzine, the issues with downhill, what its like racing with a family team and how he and Tahnee Seagrave tackle a race weekend together as well as wha…

This week on the Drop in Podcast, Duncan is joined by Darren Roberts - the man behind Action Sports Solutions. Following a career in the military, Darren now spends his time working with some of the top action sports athletes around the world, whether it be helping them get back to the top after falling victim to an injury, or working to avoid inju…

This week on the Drop in Podcast, Duncan is Joined by Dan Paley AKA Donny Soulja... Dan is a professional rider for BSD and Santa Cruz Bicycles. Currently deep in the process of rehabbing a pretty serious ankle break which he suffered whilst filming BSD's "Battle of the Brands" video, Dan had some time to sit down and chat to Duncan about all thing…

This week on the Drop in Podcast, Duncan is joined by James Foster; Co - Founder and chief digger / builder of Revolution Bike Park in Wales. James tells us his inspiring story where he and his family put it all on the line to achieve their dream of creating one of the biggest and best bike parks in The UK. Follow James / Revs here: www.instagram.c…

This week on the Drop in Podcast, Duncan is joined by Director of Product at Marin Bikes - Aaron Abrams. Aaron gives us first hand insight into the supply chain challenges faced by the cycle industry and explains why you're bike might be taking a little longer than usual to make it to you. Produced by Duncan Shaw - https://instagram.com/duncshaw?ig…

This week on the Drop in Podcast, Duncan is joined by one of the greatest World Cup downhill mountain bike racers around today, Tahnee Seagrave. After moving to Morzine as a child, and quickly becoming hooked on mountain biking, Tahnee's career has taken her all around the world, competing at the highest level of downhill mountain bike racing. In t…

This week Duncan is joined by Kriss Kyle. Kriss Kyle is one of the most versatile and creative BMX riders around at the moment, hailing from the quiet coastal town of Stranraer in Scotland he certainly has a good story to tell... After falling in love with riding BMX as a child, his trips up to Unit 23 Skatepark in Dumbarton became more and more fr…

Hon James Shaw is Aotearoa New Zealand's Minister for Climate Change, Associate Minister for Environment and the co-leader of the Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand. In this frank conversation, the Minister discusses how the Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand resolves political differences within their organisation and his top tips for surviving …

This week Duncan is joined by Mountain bike free rider Veronique Sandler where they talk about how she made the move from her native New Zealand to Wales and her rise to becoming the professional sponsored rider she is today. They also discuss the conception and production of her very own feature length film produced with Adidas; The Vision Movie w…

Duncan Tolmie interviews site foreman of The Block NZ, and the resident builder at Newstalk ZB, Peter Wolfkamp, about his greatest life lessons, career, faith and values. This is the second of two parts to this episode. Recorded in July 2019. More Peter Wolfkamp: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ResidentBuilderPeterWolfkamp/ Website: https://www.…

This week Duncan is joined by close friends Danny MacAskill, and Robbie Meade to talk about their latest project "The Slabs". A short film that Danny has recently released on YouTube in which he descends down one of The UK's finest moderate climbs, The Black Slabs on The Isle of Skye, aboard his Santa Cruz mountain bike. Danny MacAskill is a Scotti…

Duncan is joined by Ben Deakin, one of the biggest personalities in mountain biking. Join them as the discuss Ben's unorthodox route to riding professionally, Ben's story of getting shot whilst serving with the Royal Marines, and some insights into what it's like to earn a living as a pro rider. Follow Ben Deakin at: https://www.instagram.com/deaki…

Duncan is joined by Muc-Off CEO Alex Trimnell. This week Duncan chats with CEO Alex Trimnell. Listen in as they discuss, how Alex and his dad first started the brand, how they had to alter their strategy for the Covid pandemic, an insight into the future of the Muc-Off brand, their approach towards environmental sustainability and the benefits that…

Duncan is Joined by Rab Wardell , who recently tackled the West Highland way taking the Fastest Known Time on the route. You can see the full video of Rab Challenge here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZVAbtKgPYk #rabwardell #wahoo # #DuncanShaw #Thedropin #ThedropinpodcastBy Duncan Shaw

Duncan is Joined by Kade Edwards , the 2018 Junior UCI Mountain bike downhill World Champion and all round shredder of anything on two wheels. We discuss Kade's new Red Bull Sponsorship, his start in racing and his future Rampage prospects. #Kadeedwards #RedBull #DuncanShaw #Thedropin #Thedropinpodcast…

Duncan is Joined by Matt Walker , the 2020 UCI Mountain bike downhill World Cup Champion. They sit down to talk through exactly how the 2020 season unfolded resulting in Matt taking the win and how his love for riding and racing developed.By Duncan Shaw

Duncan is Joined by Reece Wilson, the 2020 UCI Mountain bike downhill World Champion. They sit down to talk through exactly how that winning run at Leogang went and how the weekend was leading up to it as well as how important the mental side of racing is.By Duncan Shaw, Reece Wilson

Duncan is Joined by Ali Clarkson, a professional mountain bike and street trials YouTuber and fellow member of the Drop and Roll Tour. Listen in as they discuss how Ali first got into riding, his move from competition over to street, how trials bikes have evolved over the years, the Imposter syndrome and how making weekly YouTube videos for the las…

Duncan is Joined by Greg Williamson, a fellow Invernesian and downhill mountain bike racer with the Commencal 100% team ahead of a weekend of racing at the Downhill World Championships in Leogang, Austria. The pair chat over what it was like to be training for races that might not happen during the recent Covid Lockdown, coming back from concussion…

Duncan Tolmie interviews site foreman of The Block NZ, and the resident builder at Newstalk ZB, Peter Wolfkamp about his greatest life lessons, career, faith and values. Peter Wolfkamp is currently preparing for Season 9 of The Block NZ. This is the first of two parts to this episode. More Peter Wolfkamp: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Resident…

This is the second of two parts to Duncan Tolmie's interview with Sir Peter Leitch. Learn 'The Mad Butchers' secrets to business success, and what motivates him to create an incredible impact in the community. Follow Sir Peter Leitch on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sirpeterleitch/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirmadbutcher Insta…

Duncan Tolmie interviews Sir Peter Leitch, better known as 'The Mad Butcher' about his greatest life lessons. Discover Sir Peter's secrets to business success, and what motivates him to create an incredible impact in the community. A true New Zealand legend, this is a fascinating and unique interview with someone who has climbed the mountain! Follo…

After just 3 years of skiing, Anna Willcox was ranked 6th in the WORLD and representing New Zealand at the Olympics! But when it seemed Anna was about to reach the summit of her greatest mountain, Anna broke her back, causing her to retire from the sport, and spiral into depression. How did she reach the top so quickly, and what got her through her…

Duncan Tolmie interviews Matilda Green about her greatest life lessons. Matilda shares relationship advice, her views on abortion, the one thing she does to keep herself centered every day and more. This is the second of two parts to this interview. -- Want more Matilda? Follow her on social media: Instagram: @matootles Facebook: @ArtandMatilda Pod…

Duncan Tolmie interviews Matilda Green, formerly Matilda Rice, a.k.a. @matootles about the Bachelor NZ, her baby, marriage, relationships, and her greatest life lessons! Open and honest, Matilda said no questions off limits. Are you ready? This is the first of two parts to this interview with Matilda Green. -- Want more Matilda? Follow her on socia…

Grant Harris is the Senior Pastor of one of the largest Baptist Churches in New Zealand and is the Chaplain for the NZ Breakers Basketball team. Learn how Grant got from Banking to Baptist Ministry, and then to Basketball. What are his greatest life lessons and what advice does he have for the next generation? Open and honest, Grant Harris oozes wi…

Gordon Duncan talks about his time as Chairman of Greenpeace New Zealand, and opens up about the initial struggle of his latest business venture: Discover NZ Tourism. Open, honest and another interview with no questions off limits, this is the only place you can hear Gordon Duncan like this. This is the second of two parts to this exclusive convers…

Gordon Duncan was the son of two missionaries and at the age of three, he was on a ship bound for the (then) war-torn land of China. In this conversation, Gordon discloses what his childhood was really like, and reveals the vision, purpose, and formation of the Bays Community Housing Trust - a multi-million dollar NGO that provides housing to those…

We were shocked Markus was willing to open up to Duncan this much! When Markus took over as CEO, Mrs Higgins Cookies was in receivership. Now they have over 250 product lines and over $10 million in annual revenue. From childhood to his children, cookies to cultivating a business of success, Markus reveals the secrets of building a life of true hap…

Duncan Tolmie interviews former leader of the NZ National Party, Hon Simon Bridges. In the final part of this candid discussion, Simon opens up about the Jami-Lee Ross controversy, what it was like to marry someone with a different point of view, and the things he procrastinates about - some of his answers might really surprise you! This is the sec…

Duncan Tolmie interviews the former leader of the NZ National Party, Hon Simon Bridges. In the first part of this honest conversation, Simon tells Duncan about his childhood, the teenage years, the criticism, and his Christian faith - something he rarely talks about publicly. This is the first of two parts to this conversation. Support the show…

From state housing to big-time business owner, Saione Greer takes the hot seat on The Mountain Climbers Podcast! As the owner of NZ's largest dance studio, Viva Dance, and eleven other Kiwi businesses including 'Big Song and Dance', 'Speed Date NZ' and 'Lei Cafe' - Saione shares how he has literally worked his way from the bottom to the very top. N…

Hayden Duncan talks about how he got his big break in Real Estate, what he procrastinates about and more. Learn the power of vulnerable leadership and how to deal with nerves - very few CEO's allow themselves to be this open. Join Duncan, for our last 15 minutes with internationally recognised businessman, Hayden Duncan! This is the third of three …

Hayden Duncan is one of New Zealand's most respected Real Estate leaders, and corporate executives. Duncan learns how Hayden balances work and life, deals with self-doubt, and the moment that changed Hayden's life forever - stealing his uncles 50 foot yacht! This is the second of three parts to this conversation. Support the show…

At 33 Hayden Duncan became the CEO of New Zealand's largest and most trusted real estate organisation. Today Hayden is the CEO of Tremains Real Estate and head consultant at Stable99. Hayden is a master of leadership and a captain of success - Hayden is raw about his childhood, how he worked his way to the top, and how you can too. One of the most …

Duncan Tolmie interviews the CEO and Founder of EzLunch and Kindo, the lunch ordering and administration system in over 300 NZ schools. Sandra Finlay talks about the back-bone of her business, how to create a culture of community, her greatest legacy and more! Support the showBy Sandra Finlay

Duncan Tolmie interviews ACT Party Leader David Seymour about his greatest life lessons. Very open about every aspect of life, David gives details of his Mothers death, the crushing election results of 2017, the negative backlash from Dancing with the Stars, and more! This is the second of two parts to this conversation. Support the show…

Duncan Tolmie interviews ACT Party Leader David Seymour about his greatest life lessons. Very open about every aspect of life, David gives details of his "technically illegal" habit, what his Party stands for, the end of life choice bill and his opinion of other political parties. This is the first of two parts to this conversation. Support the sho…

Erin Nayler is the #1 Goalkeeper for the NZ Football Ferns, and French Football team FC Girondins de Bordeaux. In this second part of the conversation, Erin Nayler talks with Duncan about being attacked amid the Spain Uber protests in early 2019, the one thing that caused Erin to conquer her fears, her greatest insecurity, and plays finish the sent…

Erin Nayler is the #1 Goalkeeper for the NZ Football Ferns, and French Football team FC Girondins de Bordeaux. With Duncan, Erin talks about everything learned from starting football, the death of her mother and spirituality. This is the first of two parts to this conversation. Support the showBy Erin Nayler

See what is to come in the first season of The Mountain Climbers Podcast! Duncan Tolmie is bold, charismatic and entertaining. Learn the greatest life lessons from New Zealand's most interesting individuals as they tell the best, and worst parts of their story. Are you ready? Start listening to The Mountain Climbers Podcast today! Support the show…