Best Rowney Podcasts (2024)

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Flèche and LBL! How Good! 1:09:39

2h ago1:09:39

1:09:39

Gracie and Abby are joined this week by Rebecca Charlton to break down La Flèche Wallonne and Liège-Bastogne-Liège and lament the end of the Spring season. But don’t despair! La Vuelta España Femenina kicks off on Sunday and Escape Collective is running a fantasy competition just for you! One more reason to text your cycling group chat, subscribe t…

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Quantum Education and Community Building with Olivia Lanes 30:08

22m ago30:08

30:08

Sebastian is joined by Olivia Lanes, Global Lead for Education and Learning, IBM Quantum to discuss quantum education, IBM's efforts to provide resources for workforce development, the importance of diversity and equality in STEM, and her own personal journey from experimental physics to community building and content creation. Recorded on the RPI …

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LIVE! On campus quantum computing with Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 57:49

5d ago57:49

57:49

For this episode, Sebastian is on his own, as Kevin is taking a break. Sebastian accepted a gracious invite to the ribbon cutting event at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY, where the university was launching their on-campus IBM System One -- the first commercial quantum computer on a university campus! This week, the episode is a record…

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Wheel Talk: Wait, what just happened at the Amstel Gold Race? 57:04

6d ago57:04

57:04

Gracie, Loren, and Abby call in back up in the form of Matt de Neef to try and figure out what exactly happened on Sunday at the Amstel Gold Race. The shortened race impacted some teams more than others, and a top rider learned a tough lesson.By Escape Collective

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We can’t get enough of Paris-Roubaix Femmes 1:04:00

7d ago1:04:00

1:04:00

Loren is back in the studio this time with Abby and Gracie to take a deeper dive into the racing at Paris-Roubaix Femmes avec Zwift and look ahead to the upcoming Ardennes.By Escape Collective

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Quantum computing for high energy physics simulations with Martin Savage 36:22

10d ago36:22

36:22

Dr. Martin Savage is a professor of nuclear theory and quantum informatics at the University of Washington. His research explores using quantum computing to investigate high energy physics and quantum chromodynamics. Dr. Savage transitioned from experimental nuclear physics to theoretical particle physics in his early career. Around 2017-2018, limi…

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From the Roubaix Velodrome 36:18

12d ago36:18

36:18

Loren Rowney, Matt de Neef, and special guests bring you all the action from the infield at the Roubaix Velodrome, as the fourth edition of Paris-Roubaix Femmes avec Zwift comes to a thrilling close.By Escape Collective

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Special: Alison Jackson and the Making of a Monument 1:26:20

16d ago1:26:20

1:26:20

One year after her historic win at Paris-Roubaix Femmes avec Zwift Alison Jackson sits down with Abby Mickey to relive the day and the months leading up to her victory. The two discuss the plan going into the race, and how Jackson manifested her own destiny prior to winning the Hell of the North. Find the full written piece on EscapeCollective.com.…

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Bring on the emotions! 1:13:18

16d ago1:13:18

1:13:18

This week on the podcast Gracie, Loren and Abby break down one of the best races of the year the Tour of Flanders and talk about how Dwars door Vlaanderen on Wednesday gave us an idea of what was to come on Sunday. They also discuss the dynamic of SD Worx-Protime and Lidl-Trek and how the two are circling each other. And Kasia Niewiadoma. We just l…

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Modular Quantum System Architectures with Yufei Ding 36:06

23d ago36:06

36:06

In this episode, Sebastian and Kevin interview Professor Yufei Ding, an associate professor at UC San Diego, who specializes in the intersection of theoretical physics and computer science. They discuss Dr. Ding's research on system architecture in quantum computing and the potential impact of AI on the field. Dr. Ding's work aims to replicate the …

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Milliseconds make the difference 59:51

23d ago59:51

59:51

Another great episode this week with Abby Mickey, Loren Rowney and Gracie Elvin. They talked about Classic Brugge-De Panne and Gent-Wevelgem, specifically SD Worx-Protime’s tactics and the sprint finish where Lotte Kopecky made the difference for Lorena Wiebes. In order to really pick apart the sprint finish on Sunday they watched it live while rec…

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Attack! Attack! Attack! 57:16

1M ago57:16

57:16

Loren, Gracie, and Abby are back to talk about Trofeo Alfredo Binda over the weekend and look ahead to Brugge-De Panne and Gent-Wevelgem coming up. Plus, if you haven’t seen Miss Americana on Netflix … well, now you’ve got your night planned for you, you’re welcome.By Escape Collective

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Material Science with Houlong Zhuang at Q2B Paris 33:38

1M ago33:38

33:38

In this special solo episode recorded at Q2B Paris 2024, Sebastian talks with Houlong Zhuang, assistant professor at Arizona State University, about his work in material science. Dr. Zhuang discusses his research on using quantum computing and machine learning to simulate high entropy alloy materials. The goal is to efficiently predict material pro…

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Ronde van Drenthe has a new course, but did it work? 59:19

1M ago59:19

59:19

Loren, Gracie, and Abby sat down this week to break down Ronde van Drenthe, look ahead to what some performances mean for the upcoming Cobbled Classics, the return of Ellen van Dijk, and how Trofeo Alfredo Binda fits into the calendar.By Escape Collective

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The peloton is onto SD Worx-Protime 58:15

2M ago58:15

58:15

Loren, Gracie, and Abby get together to talk about all the action at Strade Bianche, and the exciting change that will impact Ronde van Drenthe next weekend. Plus, Abby is losing the Draft and is quite stressed about it.By Escape Collective

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The 2024 Wheel Talk Draft 1:08:28

2M ago1:08:28

1:08:28

In this super chaotic episode, Abby, Gracie and Loren are joined by Matt de Neef and Matilda Raynolds for an NFL-snake-style draft. Who will the first pick be? Who’s already winning by a heck of a lot points? Find out in this episode. We also chat a bit about an exciting start to the women’s Classics season at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad and what it migh…

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A look back at quantum computing in 2023 with Kevin and Sebastian 35:01

2M ago35:01

35:01

No guest this episode! Instead, Kevin and Sebastian have a conversation looking back on the events of 2023 in quantum computing, wiht a particular focus on three trends: some waning of enthusiasm in the private sector, a surge of investments from the public sector as national and regional governments invest in the quantum computing value chain and …

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Olympics selection season starts now 57:49

2M ago57:49

57:49

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Bonus ep: A chat Down Under with Tils and Heidi Franz 34:46

2M ago34:46

34:46

Whilst down in Australia for the Tour Down Under and the Deakin University Road Race, our very own Matilda Raynolds sat down with Heidi Franz, rider for Lifeplus Wahoo, for a chat. They discussed Heidi’s last couple of years in the sport, how cycling should differ from gymnastics, popular Aussie phrases you should know, and much more. We hope you e…

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How do you solve a problem like Kopecky? 1:05:40

2M ago1:05:40

1:05:40

Loren Rowney is back to discuss all the action from the UAE Tour with Gracie and Abby. They try to answer questions like: Will Kopecky’s form impact Vollering’s Classics goals, and what will that mean for SD Worx - Protime as a whole? And is there a cuter couple than Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce (there isn’t)?…

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Dawning of the Era of Logical Qubits with Dr Vladan Vuletic 44:27

2M ago44:27

44:27

Kevin and Sebastian are joined by Dr. Vladan Vuletic, the Lester Wolfe Professor of Physics at the Center for Ultracold Atoms and Research in the Department of Physics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology At the end of 2023, the quantum computing community was startled and amazed by the results from a bombshell paper published in Nature on …

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Cyclocross is the best sport in the world according to Helen Wyman 1:02:55

3M ago1:02:55

1:02:55

Helen Wyman joined Abby for this fantastic episode of the Wheel Talk Podcast. The two talk about all the action from the U23 and Elite races at the World Championships over the weekend, answer listener questions about families in Cyclocross, Lucinda Brand, and more. Plus, lots of laughter. This was such a good episode we’ve even got a longer versio…

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See ya next year, Australia! 58:46

3M ago58:46

58:46

This week on the Wheel Talk Podcast, Tils (Matilda Raynolds) is back to chat with Gracie and Abby about the Deakin University Road Race.By Escape Collective

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Another stop Down Under 1:00:47

3M ago1:00:47

1:00:47

Matilda Raynolds, or Tils as she’s known to the members of the Wheel Talk Podcast Discord group (available to members of Escape Collective), joins Gracie and Abby on the podcast this week with some insider information on the Tour Down Under and some thoughts on the upcoming Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. And, as promised, here is a link to G Fl…

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The Church on Ruby Road (2024) Review + MILLIE GIBSON LEAVING ALREADY!? 1:33:17

3M ago1:33:17

1:33:17

We're back (finally) to present our very belated review of the Christmas Special, and Ncuti Gatwa's first official episode as the 15th Doctor. Did it do the job needed? Did it get us super hyped for the new era? Or did it completely miss the target? We discuss that AND our thoughts on Millie Gibson being "dropped" from Doctor Who after only 1 serie…

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Women's Tour Down Under Stage 3: Emotions were high atop Willunga 44:22

3M ago44:22

44:22

Dave Rome is back on hosting duties with Matt de Neef and Gracie Elvin to chat about stages 2 and 3 of the women's Tour Down Under. Both days delivered potentially unsurprising but incredibly exciting victories, with some teams having to shift focus while others held firm to the plan. In its second year as a WorldTour event the Tour Down Under deli…

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Tour Down Under Stage 1: Gorge road disrupts expectations 36:51

3M ago36:51

36:51

Dave Rome takes Abby's place leading the podcast on the ground in Adelaide to talk about the first stage of the women's Tour Down Under. Our favourite tech expert is joined by former professional Gracie Elvin and Escape Collective's managing editor Matt de Neef. The team discusses the event's growing prestige, why the Europeans are showing up to wi…

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Dream teams and Aussie pressure 1:15:46

4M ago1:15:46

1:15:46

Abby, Gracie, and Loren are back to talk about Tour Down Under, what Willunga means for the race, our dream teams, and more. Have questions for us? Let us know on the Escape Collective discord! Also, check out the Wheel Talk Newsletter for a stage-by-stage preview ahead of the TDU.By Escape Collective

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Wait, do we have high hopes for the 2024 Giro? 1:00:07

4M ago1:00:07

1:00:07

For our final episode of the year, Gracie, Loren and I chat the recent Giro d’Italia Women route announcement, development pathways from Australia for women, the UCI’s weird wildcard decision, and more. Plus we answer a handful of your questions. Stay tuned for an exclusive members only episode with the three of us coming next week.…

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Trapped Ions and Quantum VCs with Chiara Decaroli 54:02

4M ago54:02

54:02

Summary In this episode, Sebastian and Kevin are joined by Chiara Decaroli, a quantum physicist and venture capitalist. Chiara shares her unique journey into the field of quantum, starting from a small village in Italy to earning her PhD in quantum physics. She explains the history of ion trapping and how it led to the development of quantum comput…

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The Giggle (2023) Review 1:49:55

4M ago1:49:55

1:49:55

The 60th Specials are over! Today we review The Giggle, and round off our thoughts on the 60th specials as a whole.We delve deep into 14's "departure", our first impressions of Ncuti Gatwa, the idea of bi-generation, and more!

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Finding a new home at Movistar with Floortje Mackaij 8:56

5M ago8:56

8:56

On this week's Members Only Escape Collective Wheel Talk Podcast (phew), Abby chats with Floorje Mackaij about moving from DSM to Movistar after 10 years with the same team, alongside her close friend Liane Lippert, and riding for Annemiek van Vleuten, plus Bella, her adorable dog who has become a honorary member of her Spanish team.…

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Wild Blue Yonder (2023) Review 1:20:15

5M ago1:20:15

1:20:15

We're back with our review of the 2nd of the three 60th anniversary specials. We review Wild Blue Yonder!

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Getting EF Education-Cannondale off the ground 8:26

5M ago8:26

8:26

With 2024 just around the corner Abby chatted with EF Education-Cannondale’s new General Manager Esra Tromp about the process of building a team from scratch, the hurdles the team might come against in the new year, and more.By Escape Collective

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The Star Beast (2023) Review 1:16:13

5M ago1:16:13

1:16:13

We're back!! You didn't think we'd be able to go through the 60th specials, without reviewing them did you! Of course not! Sit back and enjoy our review of the first of the three 60th anniversary specials, The Star Beast.

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Welcome to The Who Addicts Podcast 0:46

5M ago0:46

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Welcome to The Who Addicts Podcast! The new home for everything The Who Addicts! If you want to keep up with all podcast updates, download the Telegram app and click the link below to join the Who Addicts Telegram channel! LINK: https://t.me/+biwLsf-yXxNjYjVk

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Adiabatic and Counterdiabatic Quantum Computing with Dr. Ieva Čepaitė 41:04

5M ago41:04

41:04

In this episode of The New Quantum Era, Kevin Rowney and Sebastian Hassinger are joined by Dr. Ieva Čepaitė to delve into the nuanced world of quantum physics and computation. Dr. Čepaitė discusses her journey into quantum computing and her work on counterdiabatic methods used to optimize the control of many body quantum states. She provides an ove…

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Quantum Intermediate Representation with Cassandra Granade 55:44

6M ago55:44

55:44

In this interview, independent quantum information science researcher and consultant, Dr. Cassandra Grenade, shares their journey from triple majoring in physics, math, and computer science to their current consulting work with their firm, Dual Space Solutions. She discusses the concept behind the Quantum Intermediate Representation project (QIR), …

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End of Year Awards 1:04:51

6M ago1:04:51

1:04:51

Abby, Loren, Matt, and Gracie wrap up the season by handing out some awards to the best team, best rider, best race finish, and more.By Escape Collective

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The ups and downs of being a woman in cycling journalism 1:00:17

6M ago1:00:17

1:00:17

This week is a very special episode. Abby sat down with friend of the podcast Rebecca Charlton to chat about cycling through pregnancy, missing the first Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, and the backlash of covering men’s cycling as a woman.By Escape Collective

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The future of women's cycling is bright! 1:13:33

6M ago1:13:33

1:13:33

This week Abby, Matt and Loren talk about some exciting up-and-coming riders, as well as the dilemma of Lidl-Trek’s five new 18-year-olds, the Tour of Chongming Island, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Escape Collective

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Quantum Error Mitigation using Mitiq with Misty Wahl 47:01

6M ago47:01

47:01

Misty Wahl of the Unitary Fund joins us for this episode to talk about quantum error mitigation strategies like zero noise extrapolation (ZNE) and probabilistic error reduction using the Mitiq open source framework. Misty is a lead contributor the the Mitiq project as well as an author on a number of recent papers on the topic. We'll discuss the cu…

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The problem with Jumbo-Visma 1:01:46

7M ago1:01:46

1:01:46

This episode was supposed to be about team captains but got slightly derailed by two topics none of us thought we would have to talk about in 2023; no live coverage of Gravel Worlds and the working conditions at Jumbo-Visma's women's team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Escape Collective

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Recognizing the best domestiques 1:03:48

7M ago1:03:48

1:03:48

With no WWT racing since the last podcast Gracie took charge of this episode. We spend most of the time discussing the best domestiques in the peloton, plus the different kinds of domestiques and who qualifies into which category. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Escape Collective

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Neutral atom arrays with Alex Keesling of QuEra Computing 54:11

7M ago54:11

54:11

In this episode, Kevin and Sebastian are joined by Alex Keesling, CEO of QuEra Computing, for a discussion about his work with neutral atom arrays for simulation and computation. Alex describes his very early introduction to quantum information science as a high school student in Mexico, which kicked off a defining fascination with the field. At MI…

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Good tactics or questionable move? 46:39

7M ago46:39

46:39

Abby, Loren and Gracie break down the European Championship road race and chat about gardening (plus maybe a little about the Kardashians, sorry). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Escape Collective

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The Enchilada: Microfabricated Ion Trap Qubits with Daniel Stick 55:11

7M ago55:11

55:11

In this episode of The New Quantum Era, hosts Sebastian Hassinger and Kevin Rowney interview Daniel Stick, a researcher at Sandia National Lab. They discuss the fascinating world of ion traps, a novel approach to quantum computing architecture. Stick explains the concept of suspending atoms inside a radio frequency Paul trap and utilizing laser pul…

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Canyon-SRAM's redemption arc 1:02:38

7M ago1:02:38

1:02:38

Abby, Loren and Gracie are back to chat about the Tour de Romandie, some transfers, and dolls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Escape Collective

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A different type of athlete 1:11:23

8M ago1:11:23

1:11:23

This week Abby, Matt, Loren and Gracie talk about the Simac Ladies Tour and the career and legacy of Annemiek van Vleuten. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Escape Collective

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Operating at the Quantum Limit with Dr. Dana Anderson 53:46

8M ago53:46

53:46

Title: Operating at the Quantum Limit with Dr. Dana Anderson “In 25 to 30 years, quantum is going to be in the kitchen, sitting next to the toaster.” — Dr. Dana Anderson Description: Welcome to another episode of The New Quantum Era Podcast hosted by Kevin Rowney and Sebastian Hassinger. Today, they are joined by Dr. Dana Anderson to talk about qua…

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