The Outspoken Cyclist is hosted by Diane Jenks, a bike shop owner and yoga instructor with over 35 years experience in the bicycle industry. Each week's episode features interviews with notable figures in cycling, plus cycling news and banter.
Diane Jenks - Bicycling Enthusiast
The Outspoken Cyclist podcast is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in all things related to biking. Hosted by Diane Jenks, this podcast covers a wide range of topics including large rides, tourist events, books, movies, tours, bike equipment, trends, safety, advocacy, and more. Diane's wealth of knowledge and expertise shines through in every episode and she is a fantastic spokesperson for the industry. Her interviews with guests from the bike community are insightful and informative. This podcast truly caters to all types of cyclists - whether you ride for sport, recreation or transportation.
One of the best aspects of The Outspoken Cyclist podcast is the variety of topics covered. Diane leaves no stone unturned when it comes to discussing everything bike-related. From fitness tips to gear recommendations to stories from old and new frame builders, there is something for everyone in each episode. The interviews are engaging and provide a unique perspective on the world of cycling. Diane's experience as a former high-end bicycle shop owner adds depth to her conversations with guests and allows her to ask thoughtful questions that resonate with listeners.
Perhaps one downside of this podcast is that sometimes it can feel overwhelming due to the vast amount of information covered in each episode. While it is great that Diane covers a wide range of topics, it can feel like there is too much crammed into one show. It would be helpful if episodes were structured in a way that allowed for easier navigation through specific topics or segments.
In conclusion, The Outspoken Cyclist podcast is a must-listen for any cycling enthusiast. Whether you are looking for information on events, gear, trends or simply want to hear fascinating stories from within the biking community, this podcast has it all. Diane Jenks' passion for cycling shines through in every episode and her interviews are both informative and engaging. If you love cycling or are simply curious about the world of biking, do not miss out on this podcast.
Today, my guests are Mark Van Tongeren from Michigan Adventure Racing and Professor Jim Martin from the Nutrition and Integrative Physiology and Neuromuscular Function Lab at the University of Utah. ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 6/2/2025
My guest is not new to the show, and he is certainly not new to U.S. cycling or to the custom bike business. In fact, Toby Stanton – Mr. Hot ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 05/03/2025
How's your heart? Do you regularly keep tabs on the highs and lows of your heart rate? Have you noticed any irregularities? My guest today is Dr. Tamanna Singh. She ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 4/21/2025
I wanted to get this episode out right away as it is time sensitive. It isn't always my great good fortune to be able speak with one of the iconic ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 4/10/2025
She really wanted to wear skirts and get her nails done, but Alison Tetrick, while remaining ever the fashionable girl, is a feisty competitor – in all sorts of ways. ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 4/7/2025
I love talking about bike racing with Escape Collective's Joe Lindsey because he has such a superb grasp of the sport – for both men and women. Today, our conversation ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 4/2/2025
My guest today is Professor Alex Karner from the U. of Texas in Austin. I learned about Alex and his work in an article by Magdalena de Valle written for ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 3/13/2025
My guests today are NYC's Professor John Surico and the bike fitter's bike fitter, Paul Swift. John is one of my favorite repeat guests as those of you who are ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 2/25/2025
It is a tough day for the Outspoken Cyclist Podcast as well as the many shows and most of the staff of WJCU – the radio station at John Carroll ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 2/13/2025
The holidays are literally around the corner and today, I wanted to offer up one of my favorite year-end opportunities for giving. Leah Missbach Day is one of the founders ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist 12/18/2024
Hello and welcome to TOC. I'm your host Diane Jenks. Thanks for tuning in today. Yes, it's been a minute – well, maybe a bit longer – since the last ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 12/7/2024
Brendan Quirk is the CEO of USA Cycling. Brendan fell in love with bike racing as a teenager and throughout his young adulthood and beyond, has immersed himself in everything ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 10/6/2024
This episode of our show was intended to highlight another great riding trail along with a conversation with renowned traffic engineer and planner Professor Wes Marshall at the University of ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 9/2/2024
As August comes to a close we are beginning to wrap-up our series on great riding trails. This episode, we take a ride down the Katy Trail in Missouri with ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 8/23/2024
Back in April, 65 members of the European Cyclists Federation, representing 40 countries, signed the EU Declaration of Cycling. Founded in 1983, the European Cyclists' Federation is a Brussels-based independent ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 8/14/2024
In our ongoing series on favorite riding trails, I took Jim Sayer's advice and contacted the Empire State Trail's Chris Morris for a look at New York's 750 miles of ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist 7/30/2024
Last time, we began our series on favorite bike trails with the Ohio to Erie Trail and today, we'll be exploring the Mickelson Trail in South Dakota. A couple of ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist 7/22/2-24
Finally, we will begin our series on cycling trails and paths. I did hear from quite a few of you about your favorites and we will begin the series here ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 7/13/2024
On my last show, I spoke with London cycling Advocate and the truly delightful Carla Francome. Not a moment after we ended our conversation, Carla sent me a note asking ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist 6/13/2024
I'm not sure how I ended up with two guests who exhibit almost identical traits – they're gutsy, funny, and passionate about everything they do. And yet, they are completely ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 5/28/2024
We have two great conversations today. My first guest is Christian Sander, the producer and writer of Hard Miles, a full-length feature film starring Matthew Modine as Greg Townsend, a ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist 5/5/2024
The world of bike racing, from the high school through pro levels, has been predominantly male and predominantly white, so when I saw Ian Dille's article in Outside Online about ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 4/23/2024
This episode features two incredibly thoughtful and knowledgeable guests. First is someone I would term a renaissance man – at least he's a modern renaissance man. Adam Rogers is curious ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 3/27/2024
Today's episode features two very accomplished guests. First up is Mike Lydon – and where to begin! Well, let's see.. Mike is an internationally recognized planner, writer, speaker, and advocate ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 3/15/2024
Today's episode is about one man and his life as told in a new documentary as well as a new biographical novel. Marshal Major Taylor is a name so many ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist 2/25/2024
We've talked about biking and walking infrastructure a lot over the past few years, and it always amazes me that there is so much more to say. For instance… Crosswalks ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 2/20/2024
My first guest today is Dave Simmons, the executive director of Ride Illinois. In our conversation we talk about bicycle related crashes and fatalities in the state along with some ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 2/10/2024
As many of you know, I have an abiding interest in urban planning, walkable and bikeable cities, and sustainability. In furthering that interest, I love speaking with folks who are ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 1/27/2024
Happy New Year everyone! I'm back for a new season of the show and today we begin with conversations with two guests we've spoken with in the past. First up ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 01/20/2024
This year, with so much turmoil in the world, I wanted to feature a story that is both heartwarming and inspirational. Homelessness is a real thing – and a very ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 11/28/2023
My guests this show couldn't be more different in terms of their focus – one is a civil enginer, ardent urban planner, and transportation specialist, the other is an accomplished ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 11/22/2023
As promised, my conversation today is with one of the pioneers of women's frame design Georgena Terry. I've known Georgena for many years and it is always great to speak ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 11/02/2023
With the demise of events such as NAHBS, The New England Builder's Ball, Classic Rendezvous Weekend, and even the postponement of The Philly Bike Show until Spring of 2024, any ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 10/15/2023
This episode was supposed to air a week earlier to coincide with an event my guest was having at his Brooklyn, NY workshop. Due to COVID and nasty weather, it ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 9/26/2023
There is only one word for my guest today and that word is hero! And, Lynne Salvo is definitely one of mine. Back in 2019, pre-covid of course, I spoke ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 9/17/2023
First up is a name that is synonymous with bicycles – I would venture to say that no one who listens to this podcast doesn't know the name OR hasn't ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist 8/24/2023
Sometimes I wonder how I ever became so lucky as to be able to have conversations with the people I do, and this episode of the show highlights two of ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist 8/06/2023
This episode of TOC offers up two very different topics. First up is Matt de Neef. He is the managing editor of Escape Collective, the online presence of independent cycling ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 7/10/2023
In my last podcast, I mentioned my guest – Jenny Graham. In 2018, she embarked upon and completed a round-the-world trip by bicycle. This, however, was not just ANY trip ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 6/23/2023
This is a sort of special episode. Beginning Tomorrow, June 17th, PL And Kristen Meindertsma will begin the first of 5 yearly journeys to raise a cumulative $2.5 for 5 ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 6/15/2023
Not too long ago, we spoke with Paul Tolme, the communications director of the Cascade Bicycle Club headquartered in Seattle. I was so taken with some of the programs this ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist 5/31/2023
As promised the last time we spoke with him, Wayne Stetina, SRAM's senior field guide, is back to school us on the new SRAM Eagle Transmission system. In fact, you ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 4/18/2022
James Hibbard had a shot at being one of the top track and crit riders of his era, except, he wasn't willing to take that one last step – he ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 4/6/2023
My first guest is no stranger to TOC. A couple of times a year, at least, I ask journalist and NYU professor, John Surico to join me and catch us ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 3/27/2023
On our last podcast, Caley Fretz, editor-in-chief of the new Escape Collective cycling website, was talking about the then imminent launch of the project and how some of the best ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 3/18/2023
You may remember in my last episode that I spoke about how so many publications – both print and online – have either ceased to exist, have become shadows of ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 3/11/2023
Since this is women's history month, I had the honor of being interviewed by Traci Berry, the coordinator of Northwoods Trails in Arkansas for the Natural State Bikes Podcast. We ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 3/7/23
It is fitting that February is Black History Month as my first guest is author David Goodrich and his newest book, which will be released on Tuesday, February 7th, is ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 2/6/2023
My first guest is David Stanley and he is a friend Charles Pelkey, arguably one of the nicest guys to ever grace the pages of cycling journalism – along with ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 1/15/2023
Happy New Year to you and I hope you had a great holiday season. For our first show of 2023, I had the great good fortune to speak with one ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 1/2/2023
I hope you have had a great holiday – Christmas, Hanukkah, Qwanza, Festivus – and even just staying in and enjoying some down time. Certainly here in NE Ohio we ... Read moreOutspoken Cyclist – 12/15/2022
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