Best Ben Wales Podcasts (2024)

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Off The Beaten Pot Interview 1:05:33

2h ago1:05:33

1:05:33

This week Ade and Tim chat with Thom from Off The Beaten Pot. Thom is on a mission to bring great food back to the great outdoors. His social media accounts are full of top tips of what to cook, how to cook it and what to cook it on; all in his genuinely unique gentle style. We talk about his inspirations, his aspirations and a little bit about Fre…

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Business of Sport Ep.31: Carolyn Tisch Blodgett, Co-Owner & Governor @ Gotham FC, Building a billion dollar sports franchise 49:08

1h ago49:08

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Carolyn is the co-owner and Governor of current NWSL champions Gotham FC. The NWSL is the flourishing women’s football, or soccer, league in the US. Much like the MLS, franchise slots for the league have become a coveted asset to own, with former Disney CEO Bob Iger reportedly paying $250m for Angel City last month. Carolyn and her family’s ownersh…

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S4: Johnny Fisher - Boxing's Next "World-Class Prospect" | The Lock-In | S2E47 37:55

13m ago37:55

37:55

Tune into "The Lock-In" with James Haskell as he chats with heavyweight boxer Johnny Fisher, the man Eddie Hearn calls Fisher a "world-class prospect". The history graduate played a bit of rugby at Exeter University but admits he'd rather trade punches than be hoisted in a rugby line-out. Get the scoop on his training, nutrition, and of course fami…

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Business of Sport Ep.30: Sean Fitzpatrick, Fmr New Zealand Rugby Captain & Chair @ Laureus, ‘Do whatever it takes to be a winner’ 57:59

1h ago57:59

57:59

This week we’re delighted to welcome Sean Fitzpatrick to the show. Sean was capped 92 times by New Zealand, 51 of those as captain. A World Cup winner and key member of one of the best rugby union teams, he is recognised as one of the greatest All Blacks of all time. Sean is more than the sum of his rugby achievements. He has been an integral part …

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Ben Nevis Road Trip 50:45

2h ago50:45

50:45

This week Tim has been on a road trip to the Scottish Highlands. Ade and Tim talk about why heading to the North of Scotland is worth the long drive. They discuss the huge hills, the amazing campgrounds, the friendliness of the people and all those fantastic tents! Tim talks you through every step of the way from sea level to summit. Want to help t…

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A contentious captain, an exciting debut and Kemsley Mathias 37:01

7d ago37:01

37:01

Ben James is joined by Wales prop Ellis Bevan in Brisbane to talk Wales' summer tour, while BBC Wales writer Gareth Griffiths chats with Ben about Cory Hill's controversial appointment as captain, Regan Grace's Wales debut and the need for a win at the end of a long season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Business of Sport Ep.29: Alfonso Diaz, CEO @ Real Mallorca, ‘How we rebuilt one of Spain's most historic clubs' 52:01

3h ago52:01

52:01

Today, we are delighted to welcome Alfonso Diaz, CEO of La Liga’s Real Mallorca. We’ve wanted to do a show featuring a Spanish club for a long time, and Mallorca is a truly unique club to do this with. From an ownership structure featuring legendary NBA All Stars Steve Nash and Steve Kerr, to mobilising not just a hugely passionate local island fan…

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S4: GBR Reacts: Ireland beat the Boks | England come close in NZ | Wales fall short to Wallabies 51:27

2h ago51:27

51:27

As Ireland beat World Champions South Africa, GBR reacts to the big games of the weekend with Mike Tindall, Shane Horgan & Jon "Fox" Davies. GBR Reacts is sponsored by Continental Tyres.By Folding Pocket

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Camping In Wales 1:02:06

21d ago1:02:06

1:02:06

Ade is camping in Pembrokeshire, Wales, and he's taken the big Snowpeak tent ! Listen this week to Ade, live from Pembrokeshire, discuss his setup and why he's made the choices he has. Is he a happy casual camper? Tim has also been away, having returned to Edale. Has it been a pleasant return? We have three social media shoutouts this week. Could i…

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Wales' new scrum-half Ellis Bevan and the wait for a win goes on 43:56

24d ago43:56

43:56

Ben James is joined by Wales scrum-half Ellis Bevan to discuss his start to life in Test rugby, while BBC Wales writer Gareth Griffiths chats with Ben about Wales' defeat to Australia in Sydney, the second Test in Melbourne and the pressure now building on Warren Gatland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Business of Sport 28: Paul McVeigh, Fmr Premier League Player & Leading Keynote Speaker, ‘Football is the most competitive and ruthless industry’ 1:06:58

21d ago1:06:58

1:06:58

This week I’m delighted to welcome Paul McVeigh to the show. We spend a lot of time looking at sports away from performance reviews. When we focus on players or athletes, we want to know, who are the people and personalities behind the faces we become so familiar with, and how do they convert what they've learnt beyond sport? Footballers as intelli…

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S4: GBR Reacts: All Blacks v England | Australia v Wales | Springboks v Ireland 49:27

6d ago49:27

49:27

Following an action-packed weekend of international rugby, Alex Payne catches up with Mike Tindall, Jon “Fox” Davies, and Shane Horgan to analyse the weekend's events. Season 4 is sponsored by Continental TyresBy Folding Pocket

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The Long Distance Hiker: Andrew Terrill Interview 1:12:01

9d ago1:12:01

1:12:01

"On the second day of June, 1993, I fell down a mountain. It was a spectacularly unpleasant thing to do. As an experience it isn't something I'd recommend, but for the way it changed my approach to life I remain eternally grateful." Andrew Terrill Andrew's two books The Earth Beneath My Feet, and On Sacred Ground, document his 7,000 mile solo hike …

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The one from Down Under: Wales v Australia and the new life of a Welsh exile 42:46

22d ago42:46

42:46

Ben James is in Australia with the Wales team and met up with former Welsh international Ben Evans to preview Saturday's first Test and hear about his life down under. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts

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S4: GBR Reacts: Jack Willis at the double 32:05

11d ago32:05

32:05

Hask is joined by Jack Willis following Toulouse's victory in the Top 14. After the collapse of his previous club Wasps, Jack has achieved great success, winning two Top 14 titles and the Champions Cup. We delve into Toulouse's 3-day celebration, his England Exile, and the possibility of him joining the Lions Tour in 2025. Season 4 is proudly spons…

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Business of Sport Ep.27: Jonathan Turner, Board Member @ Tottenham Hotspur, What goes on in the boardroom of a Premier League Club 55:28

29d ago55:28

55:28

Jonathan is a board member at Tottenham. We’ve covered ownership, management, players, but what happens in the boardroom of football's biggest clubs? Brought in by Daniel Levy, and a lifelong fan with a background in investment and technology, Jonathan brings the breadth of experience and perspective that’s increasingly valuable in football. How mu…

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Kit You Can’t Buy (yet): The Outdoor Trade Show 55:02

26d ago55:02

55:02

An outdoor trade show is something the general public don't have access to. It's where the following seasons products get displayed and discussed. The perfect place to send a Casual Camping Host. This week Ade is hugely jealous as Tim got to go to an outdoor trade show and play with next years camping equipment. Tim talks Ade through all of the ama…

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The WRU’s big announcement and Wales’ best XV now 37:03

1M ago37:03

37:03

Jon Doel and Steffan Thomas assess the fallout from the WRU’s announcement of the new five-year strategy for Welsh rugby. They also review Wales’ performance against South Africa and pick the team for the tour of Australia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts

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S4: James Haskell does Tour de France 41:19

18d ago41:19

41:19

Hask heads to Monaco to delve into the secrets of the Tour de France, the pinnacle of cycling. Joining forces with 2018 Tour champion Geraint Thomas and ex-Ineos Grenadiers captain Luke Rowe, they delve into topics like mental toughness, proper nutrition, flicking, and the dreaded saddle sores. This podcast covers all the bases! Season 4 of The Goo…

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S4: GBR Reacts: Japan v England 33:06

1M ago33:06

33:06

International rugby is back! Payno, Tins, and Jonny May share their thoughts on the first weekend of the Summer Tests, discussing Japan vs England and Barbarians vs Fiji. And don't miss Mike Tindall's take on the Boks' first appearance since lifting the World Cup. Season 4 of The Good, The Bad & The Rugby is sponsored by Continental Tyres.…

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The Battle for Britain: The Impact of the 2024 Election on Scotland, Wales and the British State - With David Leask 48:33

22d ago48:33

48:33

With the 4 July parliamentary election now coming closer, there are growing indications of a political shock that could reshape the United Kingdom. Over the past few weeks Scotland has emerged as a key electoral battleground, where a Scottish National Party that has governed Scotland's devolved institutions for seventeen years risks losing many of …

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Camping On Everest: Lee Donald Interview 47:11

25d ago47:11

47:11

This week Ade and Tim have managed to get something special for the shows 50th Episode ! Lee Donald, who summited Mount Everest on 13th May 2024, kindly gave up some time to talk with the Casual Camping Podcast. Listen to her unique insight into preparing, climbing, summiting and camping on the highest mountain in the world. Lee gives us a warts an…

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Wales v South Africa: The teams, the fears and the final score 33:32

2M ago33:32

33:32

Steff Thomas and Jon Doel pick through Warren Gatland's Wales team selection and give their predictions on what will happen against world champions South Africa at Twickenham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts

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S4 Ep46: Kyle Sinckler | "I let the country down" 1:18:46

25d ago1:18:46

1:18:46

Payno and Tins welcome Kyle Sinckler and Jonny May to GBR HQ for the last studio show of the season. Both players can't wait to play for the Barbarians this weekend before heading off to France with their new club contracts. In a rare interview Kyle opens up about falling out of favour with England, but he still has ambitions to wear the Red Rose a…

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Business of Sport 26: Matt Higgins, Fmr Vice Chairman @ Miami Dolphins, SVP Business Operations @ New York Jets, Co-Founder @ Relevent Sports, ‘Great sport is about great storytelling' 1:06:00

25d ago1:06:00

1:06:00

This week, we are delighted to welcome Matt Higgins to the show. Concisely explaining Matt’s career is a challenge. In the world of sport, he has been a managing executive at the New York Jets and Miami Dolphins in the NFL, founder of sports events and media company Relevent Sports, an early investor in the Drone Racing League. In the business worl…

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The Battle for Britain: The Impact of the 2024 Election on UK Foreign and Defence Policy - With Ben Jones 59:00

30d ago59:00

59:00

With elections looming on 4 July, the UK faces a turning point in its relationships with Europe and the wider world. Though there are three weeks of campaigning to go, all signs point to a substantial victory for the opposition Labour Party and a total collapse for the governing Conservative - or Tory - Party. To help us explore the impact this ele…

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Camping With Your Mates 1:08:49

1M ago1:08:49

1:08:49

This week Ade and Tim discuss one of their favourite camping styles - getting out in the field with mates. They discuss the recent weekends fun, camping in North Yorkshire with a couple of old friends. They go on to talk about why camping with mates is fundamentally different from any other camping trip, and why you need to prepare for it in a diff…

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S4 Ep45: Hask Is Back! 1:01:54

1M ago1:01:54

1:01:54

Payno and Tins are reunited with the Hask. Its our original combo - the ready salted of pods. Hask bleeds green, black and yellow following Northampton's epic triumph at Twickenham and we pick an England Team to take on the All Blacks on July 6th… Marcus Smith or Fin Smith, Alex Mitchell or Ben Spencer? International rugby is just around the corner…

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Ospreys' title hopes ended and a new Wales call-up 32:53

2M ago32:53

32:53

Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss the Ospreys' URC playoff defeat to Munster, as well as the call-up for Scarlets centre Eddie James. Brought to you by WalesOnline/Reach PLC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts

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Business of Sport Ep.25: EUROS SPECIAL | David Webb, Assistant Manager @ Georgia National Football Team, ‘We’re not here to be tourists, we’re here to win’ 50:20

1M ago50:20

50:20

It’s the start of Euro 2024 this week. To celebrate, we are bringing you one of the stories of the tournament, before it’s even started. Georgia made history early in the year when they qualified for their first ever major tournament, an occasion which saw much of the population on the streets celebrating this longed for achievement. The team put t…

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The BCS: Part 2 47:03

2M ago47:03

47:03

This week Ade and Tim discuss the talks they attended whilst at The Bushcraft Show 2024. How these talks have inspired them to pick up their books and refresh their old skills, and learn a few new ones. Essentially, the talks taught them that being 'outdoorsy' is a good thing; both out in the field and even in the office. They go on to discuss this…

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S4 Ep44: Finals and Farewells 1:02:22

1M ago1:02:22

1:02:22

On this week’s show Alex, Tins and Jonny May are joined by Tom Wood who captained Northampton to Premiership glory 10 years ago. We preview highly anticipated final between Saints and Bath, which is completely sold out. As we bid farewell to Courtney Lawes from English rugby this weekend, our lads also take a moment to honour the incredible contrib…

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Wales summer squad reaction: Warren Gatland, Cory Hill and the Ospreys' play-off run 58:13

2M ago58:13

58:13

Ben James and Steff Thomas sit down to discuss Wales' summer squad for South Africa and Australia, look at who is in and who isn't, and reflect on Judgement Day. Brought to you by WalesOnline/Reach PLC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts

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Business of Sport Ep.24: Ben Davies, Professional Footballer @ Tottenham Hotspur, ‘Spending the most money doesn’t guarantee results’ 1:14:31

2M ago1:14:31

1:14:31

This week we welcome Spurs defender Ben Davies to the show. One of the Premier League’s most experienced current players with nearly 300 top flight appearances for Tottenham and Swansea, he has also won 86 caps for Wales. But there is much more to Ben than just the footballer. We couldn’t go through this chat without getting the inside track on his…

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The BCS: Part 1 1:06:00

2M ago1:06:00

1:06:00

Ade and Tim have been, seen and had a lot of fun at The BCS (Bushcraft Show) 2024. In Part 1 they discuss the weekend in general: what to do, what to buy, who to talk to, skills to learn, and overall what a kind, open and friendly festival The Bushcraft Show is. In Part 2, next week, they will take a deep dive into the talks they listened to and ho…

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Judgement Day preview: Toby Booth, Aaron Wainwright and more 1:15:44

2M ago1:15:44

1:15:44

Ben James and Steff Thomas are joined by coaches and players from all four regions ahead of the double-header at Cardiff City Stadium. Brought to you by WalesOnline/Reach PLC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts

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S4 Ep43: Ben Earl - England's High Flyer 1:06:45

2M ago1:06:45

1:06:45

Alex, Tins and Jonny May are joined for a Bank Holiday episode by the Saracens and England flanker Ben Earl. The foursome talk golf, snooker, recovery, Lions ambitions, England under Eddie Jones, personal development, Zak Crawley, and how being around the alphas at Sarries helped Ben grow as a player and a person. They also dig into a fascinating C…

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Business of Sport Ep.23: Robbie Douek, CEO @ BLAST, ‘Esports should be the Super Bowl’ 48:19

2M ago48:19

48:19

Robbie Douek is CEO of Blast, one of the leading tournament providers in the ever present esports industry. I’m really excited to bring you this show. We have had more requests for an esports episode than any other over the past few months, and this industry is the epitome of modern entertainment meets traditional fandom. Blast hosts events in some…

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What You Sleeping On? 49:17

2M ago49:17

49:17

This week Ade and Tim discuss what you sleep on when out in the field. They also talk through their different choices throughout their camping life that has lead to the system they prefer to use when camping today; in the hope this helps you avoid some of the discomfort that have had. A new audio suite was used in the recording of this episode whic…

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Morgan Morris, Cory Hill and does four go into three? 45:35

2M ago45:35

45:35

Ben James and Steffan Thomas sit down to discuss the Ospreys keeping their slim play-off hopes alive, rumours of Welsh call-ups and the latest talk ahead of the WRU's strategy reveal in June. Brought to you by WalesOnline/Reach PLC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts

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S4 Ep42: The Champions Cup Final Preview 1:15:42

2M ago1:15:42

1:15:42

Alex, Tins and Will Greenwood are together to discuss the Investec Champions Cup Final between Toulouse and Leinster - but why has Will got his guns out? They discuss where the game will be won and lost, who has a bigger point to prove and which team is like a Ferrari. The guys also speak to Jonny May ahead of his final game for Gloucester in the C…

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One Year Old 40:10

2M ago40:10

40:10

Casual Camping Podcast is ONE YEAR OLD !!!!! This week Ade and Tim talk about the rollercoaster journey making this podcast has taken them on over the last 12 months. The bad audio, the attic bedroom studio, the lack of prep and, most importantly, the amazing listener interactions. HUGE thank you goes to each and every one of you who takes the time…

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The Huw Bevan and Geraint John podcast 1:01:30

3M ago1:01:30

1:01:30

WRU performance director Huw Bevan and community director Geraint John join us on the podcast to talk the EDC, community game and women's rugby. Brought to you by WalesOnline/Reach PLC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts

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S4 Ep41: LIV Rugby - Coming Soon? 1:16:24

2M ago1:16:24

1:16:24

On this week’s show we are joined by Mark Foster, a former Gloucester and Exeter Chiefs winger. He is now Senior Vice President of Finance at LIV Golf - the tournament backed by one of the biggest sovereign wealth funds in the world. Golf is one of many sports that has seen significant investment from Saudi Arabia. Rugby is yet to have a big bite o…

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Business of Sport Ep.22: Sam Warburton, Fmr Wales & British & Irish Lions Captain, ‘Leadership is about showing the way’ 1:35:59

2M ago1:35:59

1:35:59

Today, we are delighted to welcome rugby union legend Sam Warburton to the show. At 22, Sam was made captain of Wales, becoming the 3rd youngest captain in their history. He oversaw one of the most successful periods in Welsh rugby, winning the 6 Nations twice including a historic Grand Slam in 2012, while also guiding them to a World Cup semi-fina…

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Cost of Camping: Part 2 43:28

3M ago43:28

43:28

Earlier in Season 2, Ade and Tim discussed the rising cost of camping from the perspective of campers. Following the release of this episode a campsite owner reached out to the show to ask that we put the other side of the story across; that of the site owners. So this week, with a very personal insight from an anonymous campsite owner, Ade and Tim…

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S4 Ep40: Rugby’s Greatest Unions: Gethin Jenkins & Adam Jones 1:13:25

3M ago1:13:25

1:13:25

Gethin Jenkins ‘Melon’ and Adam Jones ‘Bomb’ are 2 modern greats. Both test centurions who won 3 Six Nations Grandslams together for Wales. This accolade puts the Props in the same company as Sir Gareth Edwards, Gerald Davies and the late JPR Williams. Both represented the British & Irish Lions, both are now coaching, but inbetween were involved in…

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Swag Camping with Burke & Wills 1:08:05

3M ago1:08:05

1:08:05

This week Ade and Tim are road-tripping to camp in a small private woodland. They get to stay is Burke and Wills outstanding swags for two nights. Tested by the elements, Tim and Ade will give you a true impression of what this unique camping style can offer you. Pop over to Burke & Wills UK website via the link below to look at all they have to of…

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S4 Ep39: Champions Cup Semi-Finals Preview 1:15:44

3M ago1:15:44

1:15:44

Alex Payne is joined by Ben Kayser, Shane Horgan and Will Greenwood to preview one of the biggest weekend’s in the rugby calendar. It’s the Investec Champions Cup semi-finals. How can Harlequins and Northampton Saints beat Toulouse and Leinster? Our expert panel give their views. The lads also reflect on their own experiences of reaching European f…

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Business of Sport Ep.21: Lina Nielsen, Team GB 400m Hurdler, ‘MS won’t stop me achieving my dreams’ 51:01

3M ago51:01

51:01

This week's show is a very special one, as we welcome Lina Nielsen to the Business of Sport. Lina is a 400m hurdler for Great Britain. She was recently a member of the bronze winning relay team in the World Indoor Championships in Glasgow, alongside her sister, and is about to compete in a series of qualifiers to reach this summer's Olympic Games i…

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