Best Adam Roche Podcasts (2024)

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Jess Allen - How to become a Director Sportiv 46:31

7m ago46:31

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In episode 113, I catch up with former professional turned director sportiv (DS) Jess Allen. Jess and I discuss her transition from road captain to DS and everything she has learned so far as we head towards the biggest women’s race of the year, the Tour de France Avec Zwift. Thanks to our sponsors who support the production of the TPR Cycling Podc…

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Heidi Mottram - Driving innovation from Newcastle 26:43

5h ago26:43

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For the first episode of the new season we went to visit Heidi Mottram, CBE (!) and CEO of Northumbrian Water Group, at her company's Innovation Festival in Newcastle. Heidi is one of the UK's most prominent businesswomen and, under her leadership, NWG has taken a radical approach to driving innovation across the company and meeting the challenges …

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242 - The Murder of Randy Church 1:16:13

1d ago1:16:13

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Twenty-three year old Randy Church was a bright, talented and driven student attending Montana State University. Majoring in electrical engineering, Randy was excited for what opportunities the future would afford. Living off campus in Bozeman at the time, Randy picked up a part time job at a local Pizza Hut. He quickly was promoted to the position…

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The cloak-and-dagger story of how mountain biking became an Olympic sport 1:01:11

19m ago1:01:11

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In March 1993, four men met in secret on a beach in Cuba. The topic of discussion was mountain biking. Could they take the still-young cycling discipline to the Olympic Games in Atlanta within three years? One of the men, the one who’d been helping to build the sport for years, figured it could be done, but they’d have to continue to operate withou…

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Season 2 - Trailer 2:11

6h ago2:11

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We're back! And we're ready to bring you more insight from the leaders around the world who are shaping our planet's response to the climate emergency through the allocation of our most precious resource. From Berlin to Newcastle and from Victoria to New York, we'll be asking water utilities about the cutting edge ways in which they're building res…

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The Phantom Vampire's Ghost Speaks! 41:59

1h ago41:59

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In this edition of the show, allow me to introduce you to two of the weirdest, yet joyously entertaining B movies from one of Hollywood's pioneering studios on Poverty Row... First up, its bloodsuckers ahoy in 1945's The Vampire's Ghost starring one of the most unlikely leading men of the forties. Then we're heading into supernatural mind swap terr…

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Kim Cadzow 42:11

10m ago42:11

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In episode 112, I chat with the absolute A1 huma, Kim Cadzow. In just her second year on the WWT, Kim has already amassed amazing results, such as 6th in LBL, 10th on GC at the Vuelta, and 8th on GC at Suisse. Not only is Kim Cadzow a huge talent, but she is also an awesome chat! Kim and I discussed EF’s new co-sponsor, Oatly, and what it’s like to…

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Hollywood Summer! 4:36

1d ago4:36

4:36

Unlock a summer of Old Hollywood storytelling, and a place to embrace when it comes to visiting a gentler time. Every series of the Secret History Of Hollywood unlocks when you sign up at https://www.patreon.com/attaboysecret But that's not all! The Secret History Of Hollywood will now be arriving with you far more frequently! Hear the chapters of …

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Hollywood Summer! 4:36

1d ago4:36

4:36

Unlock a summer of Old Hollywood storytelling, and a place to embrace when it comes to visiting a gentler time. Every series of the Secret History Of Hollywood unlocks when you sign up at https://www.patreon.com/attaboysecret But that's not all! The Secret History Of Hollywood will now be arriving with you far more frequently! Hear the chapters of …

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Antonia Niedermaier 31:39

4d ago31:39

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In episode 111, we chat to Antonia Niedermaier, the young climbing sensation from Canyon-Sram. Antonia burst on to the scene this time last year, winning a mountain stage at the Giro at just 20 years of age before winning the U/23 ITT World Title. We learn more about Antonia’s road to the World Tour, her hometown and hobbies, and how ski-mountainee…

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Podcast: How a Toronto rider became a U.S. national champion 45:19

9d ago45:19

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This past spring, Ashlin Barry won two junior national championship titles: one in the time trial and one in road race. The Toronto rider snagged the victories south of the 49th parallel, so he pulled on the stars and stripes each time he stood on the podium. Since the beginning of the year, Barry—son of Michael and Dede Barry—has been racing with …

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Kim (Le Court) Pienaar 56:50

11d ago56:50

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Episode 110 brings us a unique discovery in the world of women’s cycling. Kim (Le Court) Pienaar. Kim, a rider racing for AG Insurance Soudal, is a true hidden gem from Mauritius. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating journey of Kim, from her triumph at the Cape Epic to her renaissance in professional road cycling with AG. Her instant succ…

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The Game Is Afoot: Part 1 52:14

14d ago52:14

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In 1939, 20th Century Fox teamed Basil Rathbone with Nigel Bruce in their lavish production of The Hound Of The Baskervilles, and Hollywood introduced one of the most enduring detectives to the world of film. Over the decades interest in Sherlock Holmes wavered and he appeared antiquated to a modern world on the brink on a second world war, until a…

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Riding in the heat: What you need to know 55:18

27d ago55:18

55:18

Recently, Environment and Climate Change Canada delivered its summer seasonal forecast. It looks like things will be hot, or at least most of the country will experience above average temperatures. These temperatures will mostly be seen in the North, across most of Ontario, Quebec and the Atlantic Provinces. While we don’t know things like how many…

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Ukraine's Water Sector- Another Front 28:43

1M ago28:43

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BONUS EPISODE In this very special episode, a deviation from our usual format, we take you to the frontlines of the battle to ensure Ukrainians have access to water and wastewater services. Following Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022, Ukraine's already struggling water sector has faced deliberate attacks on its infrastructure, loss of workforce …

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The High Concept King 43:18

1M ago43:18

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This time, a brace of movies starring the King of The High Concept, the man who starred as The Bigamist for Ida Lupino, a man who solves his own murder in DOA, and a man who must do battle with a serial killer and his own masculinity in The Hitch Hiker - Mr Edmond O'Brien! I'll tell you all about O'Brien's appearances in Columbia's first ever 3D mo…

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241 - The Disappearance of Amber Barker 1:13:06

27d ago1:13:06

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Ten year old Amber Barker was riding her bike home from a friend's house. It wasn't a long distance, just over half a mile through neighborhood roads she was highly familiar with. Unfortunately, she never arrived. Within hours, the Oklahoma City Police Department descended upon the neighborhood and began searching. The next day they were joined by …

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How a pair of mountain biking siblings became front-runners for the Olympics in one weekend 53:13

1M ago53:13

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At the recent cross country World Cup in Nové Město, Isabella Holmgren had her one shot to qualify for the Olympics. Her brother Gunnar also had to do well if he wanted to get the single spot Canada has for the men’s XC race in Paris. Isabella won the under-23 women’s XCO event, finishing 2:05 ahead of the second-place rider. Almost 24 hours later,…

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Arvid de Kleijn: The next big sprint talent 38:56

2M ago38:56

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In episode 109, I catch up with Arvid de Kleijn, the Dutch sprinter from Tudor Pro Cycling. In the last two years, Arvid has forged himself as one of the top sprinters in the World Tour. We discuss his unconventional journey to the top flight. Arvid explains what makes the likes of Milan, Philipsen, and Merlier a cut above the rest and how importan…

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Marty Adams - Reflecting on a water career in Los Angeles 35:10

2M ago35:10

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We have something extra special to finish off our first season. And that something is none other than Marty Adams' retirement interview. At the end of this month, Marty will be bringing a forty year stint at Los Angeles Department of Water and Power to an end, a period that ended with him at the summit, as general manager. And it's fair to say he's…

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New Shimano GRX Di2: A deep drive into the electronic, 12-speed gravel groupset 59:59

2M ago59:59

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Bike component maker Shimano has launched its new GRX Di2 groupset, which features 12-speed cassettes and semi-wireless shifting. On this episode of the Canadian Cycling Magazine Podcast, Dave Lawrence and Nick Legan of Shimano talk about how the latest version of their gravel group came to be, its features and what still might lie ahead for GRX. L…

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Roch Cheroux - Rethinking Sydney's water system 34:04

2M ago34:04

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Sydney Water's Roch Cheroux is next to take to the mic. As Australia's biggest city sees its population surge and the frequency of extreme weather events increase, the utility is having to rethink the way it provides water and wastewater services to its population. Assisted by interesting and useful interactions with his customer base, Roch is plan…

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Kell O'Brien: Catching up with Kell 49:21

2M ago49:21

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In episode 108, I catch up with Australia’s track and road star, Kell O‘Brien, from Jayco-AlUla. Kell and I discuss his 2024 classics season and chat about his focus for the Olympics this year in Paris. We also talked about the Giro and the current weather concerns the riders are facing. What is it like to have to ride or race in those icy conditio…

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Jensen Plowright: The Plow in 2024 1:22:55

2M ago1:22:55

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In episode 107, I catch up with the loveable sprinter Jensen Plowright from Alpecin–Deceuninck. We catch up after a long time between drinks, and the result is very entertaining. We discuss the Giro and whether Caleb Ewan will get back to the top step this month, and Jensen explains the stresses of hectic sprint stages. We chat a bit about tech and…

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Kevin Shafer - Guarding Milwaukee's watershed 31:12

2M ago31:12

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This week's guest is Kevin Shafer, Executive Director at Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) or, to give him another designation, Fresh Coast Guardian. MMSD's efforts in addressing combined sewage overflows have been hugely successful and have inspired similar efforts around the world. We discuss protecting the watershed, promoting publ…

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Behind the scenes at the Giro d’Italia 1:14:07

2M ago1:14:07

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This episode was just getting polished up as both Michael Woods and Riley Pickrell were involved in crashes in Stage 5 of the Giro d’Italia. Before the start of Stage 6, Woods presented symptoms of a mild concussion. The team made the decision that he should leave the race, head home and recover fully. Even though Pickrell was feeling well, he, too…

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Jai Hindley: 2024 catch up! 47:38

2M ago47:38

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In episode 106, I catch up with Jai Hindley, the winner of the 2022 Giro d’Italia. He is also known as the Prince of Perth. Jai and I catch up on what has been happening in his life this year, including his new contract extension with Bora-Hansgrohe. We discuss the major factors Jai considered during the negotiations and the importance of being abl…

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Kishia Powell - Preparing for the future in Maryland 33:36

2M ago33:36

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In the second and last of episodes recorded at the Global Water Summit 2024, I talk to Kishia Powell about her time as CEO & General Manager of WSSC Water and the steps she's been taking to modernise her utility, including in digital, finance and the workforce. I also ask her about what it's like to be one of water's most eminent women. The Water L…

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240 - Latricia White and Lee & Chance Wackerhagen 1:24:57

2M ago1:24:57

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Two days after Christmas of 1993, thirty-eight year old nurse and mother of two, Latricia White failed to show up for work. Hours later, her father went to her home and was devastated to find her lifeless body lying in bed. It would later be determined she had been shot multiple times in the head as she slept. Investigators soon learned of Lee Wack…

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Dave McKenzie: 2024 Giro d'Italia Preview 50:21

3M ago50:21

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In episode 105, I catch up with Giro stage winner, SBS commentator and my good mate Dave McKenzie to discuss some hot topics ahead of this year’s Giro d’Italia. Macca and I discuss the “dominance vs. entertainment” theme referring to Pogacar’s likely sweep of the Giro GC and speculate about Sam Welsford’s surprising exclusion from the Bora Hansgroh…

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Vasilis Anastopoulos: Mark Cavendish's coach 39:18

2M ago39:18

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In episode 104, I catch up with the man behind Mark Cavendish’s comeback to success, his coach, Vasilis Anastapolous, AKA “Vasi”. In Cavendish’s own words, Vasilis was the catalyst for Mark Cavendish’s return to success when they were introduced to each other at the beginning of 2021. Vasi and I discuss his training philosophy and what it is like t…

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Neil Brennan - Securing water and people in Queensland 30:10

3M ago30:10

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This week, in the first of two episodes recorded at the Global Water Summit 2024, I talk to Neil Brennan, CEO of Seqwater in Queensland, Australia, about the specific nature of bulk water supply. We discuss managing vast amounts of infrastructure, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of staff and the new challenge posed by methane in dams. The Water L…

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Swinging Into Action! 50:16

3M ago50:16

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Welcome once more to Attaboy Clarence, in which I shine a light on some of the Golden Age treasures you really need to check out! In this edition, it's action all the way, as I turn your attention to a jungle adventure with some terrifying twists and turns, and a society treasure hunt masquerading as a race against time! I'll also take a dive into …

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Stephen Roche discusses Tadej Pogačar's chances of winning the Giro, Tour and worlds 1:10:26

3M ago1:10:26

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Stephen Roche has accomplished what only one other rider has done: won the Giro d’Italia, Tour de France and the road world championships in one year. (The other is Eddy Merckx.) This season, it seems Tadej Pogačar could match the Irish rider’s feat from 1987. In this episode, Roche looks back at the challenges he faced during that historic season:…

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Ruben Fernandes - Making Porto Permeable 36:09

3M ago36:09

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This week I speak to Ruben Fernandes of Águas do Porto about how flash flooding in Porto has informed his belief in the resilience of nature-based solutions and the ways in which their implementation has both shaped his city's landscape and delivered for its population. There's also talk of surprise waterfalls, winning the private sector over and a…

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Esteban Chaves: The Australian Colombian 42:45

3M ago42:45

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In episode 103, I chat with the smiling Colombian Esteban Chaves. Esteban shot to fame in 2014 as a likeable and endearing character while riding for Greenedge Cycling. He has podiumed the Giro d’italia and the Vuelta Espana, winning numerous grand tour stages and a monument at Il Lombardia. In this episode, Esteban and I discuss the traditional de…

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