PodCrash - Talk of Champions with Philip Hindes & Callum Skinner

This is a quick update on why we have been a bit quiet! We changed the Podcast name!We will be back very soon with new guest!

In this week’s episode we speak to a good friend of the podcast, Jon Dibben. An team mate of Phil and Callum before leaving the track and competing on the road. This episode is a PodCrash congratulations and send off to Jon’s cycling career. While looking forward to what’s next?

In this week’s episode we speak to the man who seems to be doing everything right in a market where others consistently fail, the British pro cycling scene. Alec had a humble introduction to cycling, short on funds and knowledge he built a credible individual career in multiple disciplines, specifically, fixie crit racing. He’s now turned his attention to running his cycling team, Tekkerz. Widley regarded as a sponsors and riders dream, how has he created a team that everyone can invest in? fiveringscoffee.com

This week's guest is Bradley Forbes-Cryans. An up and coming canoe slalom athlete already selected for Tokyo 2020/21. Bradley out paddled the reigning Olympic champion in a closely fought selection battle. Then COVID hit, and his selection looked to be in jeopardy. Hear Bradley's unique perspective of an athlete who had so much to lose by the Olympics being postponed but understood its necessity more than most with his hospitalised father catching COVID.

In this week's episode, we speak to a man who has been a staple of the British Cycling support team, Chef Alan. Alan has traveled all over the world with Phil and Callum cooking and supporting them and the team. Previously Alan was a successful Chef and Restauranteur we hear about the surprising cross over between being a Michelin Star chef and Elite Sport. Also a keen athlete Alan has won age category world and European duathlon titles.

After a PodCrash mini-break we are back! This week's guest is British Badminton Men's Singles Number 1 Toby Penty. Likely to be selected for Tokyo 2020, Toby talks about his journey through the sport and the complexities of having a former teammate become one of his coaches. We hear about his expectations for the postponed Tokyo 2020 Olympics - with Badminton having a massive following in Asia, it's likely to be something special. We also hear about Toby's recent diagnosis with alopecia, how lockdown has had a positive influence for him in coming to terms with it, and how sometimes even an enforced break from sport can bring positives.

In this week's episode, we speak to Etienne Stott, we hear about his journey to Olympic Gold and how he attempts to use his platform for good in protesting for environmental causes. Etienne is a member of Extinction Rebellion and has engaged in acts of civil disobedience leading to multiple arrests. We look to the future, one that has seen many changes in a sporting and societal context; is being an elite athlete sustainable during the climate emergency? Why did the Olympics remove his event from the Tokyo 2020 games?

In this week's episode we speak to Sam Ward. A latecomer to the elite Hockey world, after less than 2 years on the team he earned himself a place with Team GB at Rio 2016! After a freak accident on the pitch in 2014 Sam was left with significant facial injuries including losing the majority of his sight in one eye. After a long recovery, relearning hand-eye coordination he's back on the pitch and targeting Tokyo 2020!

In this week's episode, we talk to Shane Perkins. An incredibly successful track sprinter and a staple of the circuit. We talk about the culture that used to exist in the Aussie cycling team where tempers sometimes spilled over into fights

This week's guest is Kelly Massey, a "late bloomer" to the sport but finding success regardless in Olympic and Commonwealth and European Championships. Kelly has recently retired and is currently doing a PhD in elite and professional athlete retirement. A topic that merits extensive further research given recent negative coverage of athletes struggling to adapt to life after sport.

In this week's episode, we talk to Ash Dykes, a slightly unusual guest compared to the norm as Ash does not compete in any organised sport but his achievements are as amazing as any Olympian. 29-year-old Ash has already established himself as one of the world's great adventurers; crossing Mongolia and Madagascar facing all kinds of hurdles including Malaria. Most recently he became the first person to walk the length of the River Yangtze in China, completing the 4000 miles in just under a year. We hear about many of his expeditions and how his passion for adventure grew.

In this week's episode, we speak to Luke Patience. Olympic Silver Medalist, two-time olympian and he has already gained selection for Tokyo 2021.We hear about Luke's upbringing from humble beginnings moving around Scotland to his meteoric rise through the ranks as part of the illustrious British Sailing Team program. He shares his passion for Sailing and how it aligned well with his competitive and adventurous nature growing up. Luke's first significant success came in London 2012 where he won an unexpected silver medal at his first Olympic Games. He successfully dealt with the huge pressure of a home Olympic Games.In 2016 Luke was aiming one higher, Olympic Gold. However, this goal was quickly put into perspective when his teammate was diagnosed with cancer forcing a last-minute substitution in a sport that's so tactical and where you need to be able to read your teammate's next move. Luke shares his reflections upon a very exhausting and emotionally charged Olympics.Luke is now focusing on Tokyo 2021, having gained selection. Could this be Luke's final Olympics and an opportunity to achieve his life long dream of winning gold?

In this week's episode, we sit down with a titan of the sport, Theo Bos. Bos was initially inspired to take up Speed Skating after seeing his brother's success as a professional competing at the 1998 and 2002 Winter Olympics. In the Netherlands Speed Skating and Cycling are closely connected. Theo found his passion for Cycling through training for Skating. Bos found incredible success in his new sport. Winning his first Sprint world title at 20 years old. Despite being a sprinter Team Rabobank showed continued interest in singing Theo as a pro road rider. Choosing instead to concentrate on the 2004 Olympic Games where he won a Silver medal. Beijing 2008 was Theo's next big target but after a disappointing games he then decided to switch disciplines to road cycling taking up Team Rabobank on their offer. Theo found success on the road, picking up various professional wins beating the likes of Mark Cavendish and riding for other pro tour teams such as Cervelo and MTN.In 2015 Theo decided to switch back to the track finding yet more success and targeting the Tokyo 2021 Olympic Games. Theo also regularly competes in Professional Japanese Keirin racing.

In this week's episode, we speak to Ed Clancy once again. We first spoke to Ed in 2019, it was our most popular and our favorite episode of the year. The "Grandfather" of the team asks if he can really make Tokyo 2020 after it was announced it has been postponed by a year due to Coronavirus. Ed initially considered retiring when he first heard of the postponement. Ed also talks about his new kids academy, Clancy Briggs after growth came to a halt following the closing of schools across the UK. Finally, we also take questions submitted by you from Instagram and Twitter.

A Covid-19 special. In this episode, we bring together PodCrash Alumni David Smith and Owain Doull alongside the usual hosts to discuss the challenges posed to athletes. As it stands many athletes can't train as normal and in David's case he has to self-isolate. Will Tokyo 2020 really continue as normal? What the future may hold for sport when we are post-pandemic?We also hear about David's first clear scan for 10 years and his recent decision to change from team GB to Jamacia.

In this Episode we sit down with Cameron jeffers who is a cyclist and is a full time YouTuber!We talk to him about his cycling history and why he decided to start up a youtube channel which has 70k Followers.Cam won the Zwift E-Racing national championships but got later banned.We discuss in this podcast the reasons why and what happened after he was banned.

In this Episode we sit down with Alistair Brownlee who is the Olympic Champion in the Triathlon from the 2012 and 2016 Olympic Games.We Talk about Alistairs life living and training in Yorkshire. We talk how he started Triathlon, Olympic Games, Psychology and what's next for him?

In this Episode we sit down with @_katiearchibald Olympic Champion, World Champion and European Champion.

In this Episode we sit Down with Simon Gerrans who recently retired from Professional Cycling.Simon has won many Pro races in his career but his biggest wins are Milan-San remo, Liege-Bastogne- Liege and Stages at the Tour de France, Giro and Vuelta and actually wearing the Yellow Jersey in the tour de france!We talk to Simon about his career and how he prepared for life after Cycling!Simon now works for The Service Course. They have recently opened new shops in Oslo and Wilmslow, UK go visit if you get a chance and enjoy a great cup of coffee cakes and food and get to know The service Course.

In this episode we sit down with Christ Pritchard who runs a youtube channel called cycling hub.Chris was part of the Team Scotland Commonwealth games Sprint Squad in Delhi 2010 and Glasgow 2014. He competed and trained together back in the days with callum

In this Episode we continue with Jaco van gass Part 2 where we talk about his Expeditions and Adventures to his Expedition to the North Pole unsupported and attempting to climb Mount EverestI hope you enjoyed this Episode please Subscribe and let us know on social media how you found the Episode.

In this Episode we sit down and talk to Team GB cyclist Joanna Rowsell who is a 2x Olympic gold medalist, Commonwealth games, World and European Champion.We talk about her cycling career, how she got into cycling and what its like living with Alopecia.We also chat about Life after cycling. Uni Life doing Commentary work.Please Subscribe and let us know what you think of this episode!

In this Episode we speak to Jaco van gass who is a Paralympic Cyclist with a past military career which unfortunately got cut short! This is Part 1 of a 2 Part seriesThis was a really interesting and gripping Episode so it's well worth a listenJaco tells us about his upbringing in South Africa and why he decided to leave and join the British Army!He served 2 Tours in Afghanistan and talks us through the tough training and what it was like preparing for going into a war zone and it what it was like out in Afghanistan!Unfortunately Jacos 2nd Tour got cut short as he got surrounded by Taliban which he describes as " The best Firefight of my Life"Jaco got hit by a Taliban RPG and lost his Arm and sustained many more injuries.In Part 2 we will talk about Jacos Expeditions to the North pole, Everest and many more mountains and adventures. We then dive into his journey in to becoming a Paralmpic cyclist so stay tuned!I hope you enjoyed this Episode please Subscribe and let us know on social media how you found the Episode.

In this Episode we sat down with Vicky and Rob Hayles! Both have been Olympic Athletes!Rob is a retired Professional cyclist and Olympic silver and bronze medalist! Rob rode for teams such as Cofidis! These days he is a cycling commentator and has his own jewellery and Carbon reapair company!Vicky was a GB swimmer and competed in the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta where she met Rob. Vicky is a multiple British Champion and Commonwealth silver medalistWe talk about what it was like back in the days as a professional cyclist and swimmer and storys from throughout their careers and marriage!This was a very funny Podcast and we really enjoyed recording it!

This week we speak to Professor Damian Huges, acclaimed sports psychologist. Author of 11 books including the Barcelona Way. Damian is fresh off the plane from The Rugby World Cup where Scottish Rugby dramatically failed to progress to the semi final. In this episode we talk about what makes a successful team and athlete. Damian has received endorsements from Sir Richard Branson and Sir Alex Ferguson.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

In this Episode we talk to Dani Rowe who is a friend and teammate of Phil and Callum for 10 years.We talk about the old times on the Academy programme, the scariest thing that happened to Dani, her Olympic experience etc.We also go in depth about her crash she has had and how much it meant to her to be back winning races!Dani retired recently from competitive cycling and is now busy being an Ambassador for a handful of brands aswell as running her coaching company RoweandKingFollow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

Gabriel Cullaigh has had one whirlwind of a year. In this cycling podcast, we crack open the beers and talk to this professional cyclist about the struggles of getting signed, how Cullaigh came close to giving up his biking career and the rare breathing condition that masqueraded as asthma for years... “That’s why I got to the point earlier in this season thinking, is this worth it? Do I have what it takes?” - Gabriel CullaighThis week’s episode kicks off with a round-up of the news; you guessed it, Skinner’s bike is still missing, Helga gets a shout out and Cullaigh explains the unorthodox origins of his surname. Having recently signed for Team Movistar, Cullaigh discusses his uncertain journey towards getting signed, his time at Team Wiggins and life in the Academy.Skinner and Hindes also ask and Cullaigh about the breathing issue he’s struggled with for years. What was first thought to be asthma, soon turned out to be something completely different. With surgery an option that didn’t guarantee results, find out what course Cullaigh took to be able to cycle at the highest level...Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel. We’re sponsored by Tempur Mattresses - listen to the show to receive a code for £100 off a new mattress. A special thank you also to La Marzocco for providing our coffee machine on the road and North Star Coffee for providing the beans!Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on FacebookGet in touch at:Philip HindesBritish CyclingStuart StreetManchesterM11 4DQU.K.

“I knew that it wasn’t going to be an easy journey to get to where I wanted to be - but you don’t expect a lot of the challenges that come further down the line.” - Colin SturgessOlympic cyclists Callum Skinner and Philip Hindes host another special episode live from the World Championships in Harrogate. In this episode, they settle into the PodCrash mobile recording studio-come-campervan with former World Championship cyclist Colin Sturgess. He talks about what the cycling world was like in the 80s and 90s and opens up about his difficult battle with Bipolar.Born in Wakefield and having grown up in Johannesburg, Sturgess explains how he got into cycling at a young age, following in his parents’ footsteps. Then, shortly after returning to the UK, he was selected for the GB squad, where he started making a name for himself in national and world championship races. We ask Sturgess what it was like to cycle in the 80s and 90s, from the doping scandals to the support surrounding mental health. Sturgess then opens up about his Bipolar diagnosis. Having struggled with his mental health for years, he talks about the impact it has had on his life, how he lost everything and tried to cope whilst training. In this frank discussion, Sturgess talks about his road to recovery, the highs and lows, and how he’s learned to look at things differently. Tune in for a great listen and find out what’s next for Sturgess…Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel. We’re sponsored by Tempur Mattresses - listen to the show to receive a code for £100 off a new mattress. A special thank you also to La Marzocco for providing our coffee machine on the road and North Star Coffee for providing the beans!Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on FacebookGet in touch at:Philip HindesBritish CyclingStuart StreetManchesterM11 4DQU.K.

Paralympic cyclist. Business man. Father and husband. John Gildea was a keen mountain biker until a stomach-churning crash changed the course of his life. Listen for a masterclass in success, grit and determination on and off the track.Join PodCrash hosts Callum Skinner and Philip Hindes as they catch up with Gildea in their mobile studio at the cycling World Championships in Harrogate. Kicking off the episode, the 2X World Champ explains how he grew up mountain biking as a kid, riding in the juniors category, before he got a job and started a family. While cycling remained a passion for Galdea, his focus was on building his business, until one landing went horrifyingly wrong and left him hospital-bound in May 2012. Having flipped over the handlebars, dislocated his knee, destroyed his ligaments and severed his nerves, Gildea was told he’d never cycle again. But, less than a year later, he was wearing a GB skinsuit and training as a paralympic rider. “In the back of my mind I was 32 and I wanted my fittest days to be in front of me.” - John GildeaWe talk about his transition into the GB Paralympic team and how, as the owner of his own company and a family man, he balances life and work. Gildea discusses his expectations of the sport, what he hopes to achieve in Tokyo 2020 and how working smart makes anything possible...Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel. We’re sponsored by Tempur Mattresses - listen to the show to receive a code for £100 off a new mattress. A special thank you also to La Marzocco for providing our coffee machine on the road and North Star Coffee for providing the beans!Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on FacebookGet in touch at:Philip HindesBritish CyclingStuart StreetManchesterM11 4DQU.K.

“I like the purity of the time trial; the fastest guy wins” - Alex DowsettFresh from coming 5th in the World Championship Time Trials, professional cyclist Alex Dowsett joins Callum Skinner and Philip Hindes in the mobile PodCrash studio at the World Champs in Harrogate. A specialist in the Time Trial event and a pro cyclist for Team Katusha Alpecin, Dowsett has had a varied career in cycling so far. With stints at Team Sky and Movistar, he gives us an insight into his cycling career and how he also deals with having the rare blood condition, hemophilia, as an athlete.After the news (Skinner’s GB bike is still missing), Hindes and Skinner ask Dowsett about the preparation he undertook leading up to this latest Time Trial, where he explains his mindset of improving himself, as opposed to chasing the competition. Find out more about how this athlete splits races and builds his cycling strategy on power and feel.We talk about the confines of wearing and using a sponsor’s equipment, as well as the differences in culture, methodology and gear between Team Sky (now Ineos) and Movistar. Dowsett then explains how having hemophilia, a disorder that stops blood from clotting normally, has shaped his career. Having to stay away from sports like football and rugby, he started swimming, which set him up as a successful cyclist. Now an expert Time Trial racer, he explains more about administering his medication in front of other athletes and bringing awareness to the condition that affects only 1 in 5000 people in the UK. “The hemophilia put me here” - DowsettThen it’s onto the opportunities and mishaps of social media. He shares one of his most controversial tweets with us and gives his opinion on why being social media-savvy and ‘marketable’ shouldn’t be a factor in securing a cycling contract.We wrap up by asking him about the future of his current team, Team Katusha Alpecin, and whether or not Tokyo is on the cards...Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel. We’re sponsored by Tempur Mattresses - listen to the show to receive a code for £100 off a new mattress. A special thank you also to La Marzocco for providing our coffee machine on the road and North Star Coffee for providing the beans!Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

“You shouldn’t just force riders to do something; you should allow them to have their own ideas, thoughts and options to control their own destiny” - Dan BighamOne of our most controversial guests yet is back for another round in the studio! We invite Dan Bigham into our campervan-turned-recording studio at the World Championships in Harrogate.Fresh from his bronze medal win in the World’s Mixed Team Time Trial, Dan gives us an exclusive insight into the new Mixed TTT race, explaining what it is, time trial tactics and getting pied on the podium. We also get his thoughts on mixed gender events and the relationship between coaches and riders.In the face of new UCI rules - which are set to prohibit Bigham’s Team Huub WattBike from racing in the Track World Cup - he reveals the team’s new goal; breaking a world record. With gruelling altitude training underway and a roster of new, promising riders joining the team, Huub WattBike will be putting its innovative methods, tech and equipment to the ultimate test in April 2020.We’ll also be talking about old rivalries, online trolls and setting up some battles with Bigham. Stay tuned for more World Championships Podcasts!Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel. We’re sponsored by Tempur Mattresses - listen to the show to receive a code for £100 off a new mattress. A special thank you also to La Marzocco for providing our coffee machine on the road and North Star Coffee for providing the beans!Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

Diet, crashes and competitiveness; this week’s cycling podcast has it all. Hosted in front of a live audience at the World Championships in Harrogate, Olympians Callum Skinner and Philip Hindes return for another lively episode of PodCrash. They’re joined by PodCrash regular and Team Ineos (formerly Sky) athlete Owain Doull, who is riding in the Men’s Road Race during the competition.After a very wet start to the Worlds, the trio discuss the races so far and share anecdotes and memories from previous years. With Doull having recently signed another two-year contract with Team Ineos, the guys explain the difference between track and road racing, and how Doull has made the transition; now road racing 78 days a year. Hindes and Skinner ask Doull about the Team Ineos dynamic, the pressure to perform and why cycling really is a team sport. Having completed his first Grand Tour this year, Vuelta Espana, Doull explains the controversy surrounding Stage 19, the unpredictability of the course and always having a grab bag ready to head to his next racing destination with, sometimes, just a day’s notice.“In my head I don’t really have a job, I just have a hobby I get paid for” - Owan DoullLooking to the future, Doull reveals how he’s feeling ahead of his last race of the year on Sunday, and whether or not he’ll be heading to Tokyo 2020.Then it’s time for an audience Q&A, with Hindes giving his take on nutritional intake ahead of a race and Doull explaining how he mentally prepares for a Grand Tour.Don’t miss this banter-filled episode live from the World Champs!Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel. We’re sponsored by Tempur Mattresses - listen to the show to receive a code for £100 off a new mattress. A special thank you also to La Marzocco for providing our coffee machine on the road and North Star Coffee for providing the beans!Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

Join PodCrash hosts Philip Hindes and Callum Skinner on the road, live from the Cycling World Championships in Harrogate. Set-up in their campervan-come-recording studio, the Olympic athletes talk all things cycling with this week’s guest; former professional cyclist Magnus Backstedt.After discussing what they’ve been up to so far at the Worlds; giving away good coffee, talking lots of rubbish, Skinner and Hindes talk about Backstedt’s early career. Having switched from skiing to cycling, this Swedish-born road racing champ won his first national title age 12 and developed a passion for the classics and one day races.We discuss his infamous win at the epic Paris-Roubaix in 2004 - a race he’d set his sights on years earlier. Hear Backstedt’s take on ‘marginal gains’, navigating challenging surfaces on the road (like cobblestones) and why looking back at history is just as important as looking to the future.“If I only won one bike race, that was the one I wanted to win” - Magnus BackstedtWhile not riding professionally these days, Backstedt’s weekends are still spent at races. He’s handed down his passion for the sport to his two daughters, Elynore and Zoe, the latter of which is racing in the World Time Trials this week. Backstedt shares his thoughts on having his daughters in the cycling world and discusses the future of the British cycling scene - including the massive changes its undergoing. Stay tuned for more cycling podcasts straight from the World Championships!Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel. We’re sponsored by Tempur Mattresses - listen to the show to receive a 10% off code. A special thank you also to La Marzocco for providing our coffee machine on the road and North Star Coffee for providing the beans!Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

What does it take to be crowned the Fittest Woman on Earth? We talk to CrossFit athletes Sam Biggs and the Fittest Woman in Ireland Emma McQuaid in this episode of PodCrash.One of the most fierce competitions to have ever been created, CrossFit has taken the world by storm. Hundreds of thousands of athletes enter the five-week games each year, fighting to make it to the top position and perform in a vast array of (often obscure) fitness events they can only hope they’ve trained for. Briggs and McQuaid are two of those competitors. “You never know what they’re going to throw at you” - BriggsThis week, Olympian’s Callum Skinner and Philip Hindes quiz the pair on their journey to CrossFit success. Having competed in her first CrossFit games at the age of 27, Briggs went on to win the games at the age of 31 in 2013. Previously a firefighter, she’s completed in 6 CrossFit Games so far, with no sign of slowing down.Briggs and McQuaid relay how the sport has transformed its reputation since the early days and how a new wave of athletes are skyrocketing standards. One such example is McQuaid; who in 2019 competed in her first ever CrossFit games and became the Fittest Woman in Ireland. A former Commonwealth Games weightlifting competitor and quad bike racer, McQuaid’s meteoric rise makes her one to watch now and in the future.Can you make a living as a CrossFit athlete? We talk about the difference between the National Lottery-funded GB cycling programme and sustaining yourself as a CrossFit athlete. There’s also discussion on diet, veganism and balancing extreme training routines with everyday life. Safe to say, this one’s not to be missed.Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel. We’re sponsored by Tempur Mattresses - listen to the show to receive a 10% off code.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

This powerlifting champion has to make impossible decisions on a daily basis: pursue his life-long dream or focus on his health. Meet Ali Jawad, the GB Paralympic Powerlifter who is pushing through pain, suffering and turmoil for another shot at the podium.“I just want to get that medal, achieve the dream - my dream - and go home.” - JawadIn this week’s news: PodCrash hosts Callum Skinner and Philip Hindes invite you along to a pop up event at the Starling Bar Kitchen Cafe on 24th September at 4pm for the Road World Championships. You can also catch them in their mobile van/studio at the Prince of Wales Mansions (near West Park Road) for the duration of the World’s too, where you can grab some freebies and meet the duo themselves. In other news, Hindes shares what he’s been up to in the racing world and Skinner reveals the bloody details of a recent bike crash... Skinner and Hindes then dive into Jawad’s incredible story; his journey from Lebanon to the UK, the prejudice and hardship disabled people face in his birth country and how he learned to adapt to any environment he found himself in.Initially a fan of judo, Jawad turned his attention to power lifting when he visited a gym for the first time as a teenager and bench pressed a jaw-dropping 100kg. Jawad talks about the mentor that shaped his view of doping and reveals that paralympic powerlifters hold the world record for the heaviest lift over the able bodied.Diagnosed with crohn's disease post-Beijing, Jawad’s recent years have been a challenge to say the least. From being rushed into hospital for surgery to his near death experience, Jawad relays the highs and lows of managing the crippling disease alongside his sporting career.Hear first hand Jawad’s point of view on the controversy surrounding his results at the London Paralympics and the massive decision he now faces about his future. Will he take a shot at Tokyo 2020? Find out in this episode of PodCrash.Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel. This week, head to our Instagram to win a Garmin830 Edge!Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

From backflipping 30 metres in the air, to running a marathon in North Korea; it’s safe to say this athlete takes on some extreme challenges. This week, Callum Skinner and Philip Hindes catch up with Aimee Fuller, professional slopeside snowboarder, motocross enthusiast, X Games competitor and Olympic athlete. Having hopped on a quad bike at four years old, started motocross by six, detoured into gymnastics and took to the slopes at 12, Fuller reveals the most incredible moments of her sporting career to date.This episode kicks off with an account of Fuller’s younger years, which saw her and her family move to Washington DC. There, her love of snowboarding was ignited and one chance meeting changed her life. Since then, her career has taken off (literally); she’s been invited to compete at the X Games, joined GB’s Olympic squad and got a sponsorship deal with Roxy.“How did I ever get to this point where I’m throwing myself off jumps the size of 2 storey houses?” Aimee FullerSkinner and Hindes quiz Fuller on what it’s like to backflip 32 meters in the air and talk about the moments that have gone horribly wrong; the time she crashed face first into a deck and broke her eye socket. Fuller explains why falling well is an art, her experience at the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics and why she finds being on the slopes the ultimate expression of creativity.“It’s a very creative space, you have a blank canvas to essentially push yourself to new realms.” - Aimee FullerNever one to turn down an extraordinary opportunity, Fuller recently completed a marathon in North Korea. She gives us an insight into the silent North Korean streets, a nerve wracking GoPro incident and the surreal staged shops she visited whilst filming a documentary.The trio also explore the mindset of a snowboarder, Fuller reveals how she prepares for a good day on the slopes and divulges plans for her next extreme adventure...Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

In this week’s episode, Olympic cyclists Callum Skinner and Philip Hindes sit down with David Smith to hear about his journey in the world of sport and the devastating health issues he’s fought along the way. Battling cancer, overcoming multiple surgeries and dealing with severe paralysis; describing Smith as an ‘inspiration’ doesn’t quite cut it. He shares his incredible story on PodCrash…“If you’re aware of death, does it make you live your life differently today?” - David Smith MBEWe kick off the convo with an overview of Smith’s journey into able bodied athletics and his transition into the Paralympic team. Despite scooping a gold medal at London’s 2012 Paralympic Games for rowing, a string of injuries saw him segue into the GB cycling squad. We discuss the evolving perception of paralympic sports, how the London Olympics changed the game and his ideas for pushing the paralympics forward.Smith then relays how he was first diagnosed with a spinal tumour and the surgeries that followed to save his life. After the third agonising operation, he awoke to find one half of his body completely paralysed and Smith undertook the battle of a lifetime to learn to stand, walk and eventually cycle again. Now diagnosed with cancer for the 4th time, this unstoppable olympic champion refuses to let it hold him back - or slow him down.“I’m living these two lives and it’s like flipping a coin; if it lands heads, I'm alive. If it lands tails I could be facing more surgery. So everyday I’m trying to live the best life.” - David SmithWith such extreme highs and lows punctuating his career and health, Smith’s story puts everything into perspective. We talk about what’s going on in his life now, his plans for the future, his passion for Barbados and living life to its fullest. Tune in; this one’s unmissable.Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

“I think Rio was just the start for me” - Joe ClarkeHe’s the Olympic kayak champion that’s going from strength to strength; Joe Clarke drops by for a hilarious chat with Callum Skinner and Philip Hindes. Recorded live in a new studio, this week’s PodCrash episode has better sound, better lighting (for the YouTube fans) and better hosting skills? Nah! Expect some laugh out loud moments in this lively cycling podcast as Hindes and Skinner grill Clarke on all things kayaking.Wondering how you get into such a niche sport? Clarke explains what first ignited his passion for kayaking and how a brush with secondary meningitis derailed his plans to attend GB trials in 2008. Once recovered and with a place on the squad, he recounts some funny anecdotes about his time at Fairfield and Skinner doesn’t miss an opportunity to plug his favourite food joint again. Can you guess what it is?Later, Clarke talks about the cut-throat selection process in the lead up to the Olympics and how an unpaid utility bill threw a spanner in the works at training camp. That didn’t stop him from scooping a gold medal at Rio though. From partying with the Brazilian Ronaldo to almost losing his gold medal, it’s safe to say he had the time of his life.And the fun didn’t stop there. Clarke returned home only to be paraded around his home town in his Kayak (definitely worth a Google), and has since got engaged, become an owner of a dog and won two World Cups. “The chapter’s not finished yet, there’s still more in the tank and whilst I feel like I’ve still got more to achieve, and I’ve still got the drive and hunger to go out and get it, then why stop?” - Joe ClarkeHave a good laugh at Skinner and Hindes’ expense and find out what’s next for Clarke in this entertaining episode of PodCrash.Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

What is it like to be in a relationship with another athlete?In this week’s episode, former elite cyclist and now PT Charline Jones and Scottish rugby player Lee Jones talk to PodCrash hosts Callum Skinner and Philip Hindes about sport, training and what it’s like to be married to someone equally as competitive as you…Launching straight into the cycling podcast with this week’s news; Hindes is preparing for a trip to Valencia and has hailed his new extra fancy BBQ as the “best purchase of his life”. Meanwhile, Skinner went on a stag and caused a ruckus, and also managed to drop into Glasgow to give a talk on his top cycling tips. Plus, there’s banter around an Ironman and a bet that could go horribly wrong for Hindes.Then it’s into the lives of Charline and Lee Jones. With a background in hockey, Charline explains how she’s always seen cycling as a team sport, even when you’re riding solo, while Lee gives an insight into the camaraderie he’s experienced playing for Scotland and the Glasgow Warriors. The main difference? “If you get beat you can blame it on someone else I guess”. In this light-hearted episode, the couple also open up about what it’s like to be in a relationship with an athlete. From their competitive natures, to diet, training and holidays together. We also cover how the selection process differs between cycling and rugby and why it’s always good to be on the right side of the coach. Join us for chats on injuries, dealing with rowdy crowds and find out how Skinner made a tit out of himself... again.Wrapping up, Charline shares how she found a new, rewarding purpose as a PT after retiring from cycling and Lee prepares for pre-season training for the Glasgow Warriors. Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

Want to find out more about the man behind the mic? In a detour from the usual PodCrash format, it’s time for Olympic cyclist and PodCrash co-host, Callum Skinner, to get a grilling!Ben Nichols (our guest from Episode 14), takes on the role of interviewer in this special episode and delves into why Skinner retired from elite cycling in March 2019 and what he’s been up to since.Looking back, Callum describes the long build-up to Rio’s Olympic Games as the ‘ultimate distraction’ in life. But what happens when it’s all over? He gives an insight into what it’s like to win medals at the world’s biggest sporting event and the transition back into training once its all over.“It’s quite easy to put them [athletes] on a pedestal and say they’re invincible but, ultimately, athletes can be some of the most insecure people you’ll ever meet and that’s because they’re judged on their last performance.” - Callum SkinnerWith a frank discussion on mental health, Skinner opens up about the pressure athletes face to perform. He also explains more about Rule 40, a by-law of the Olympic Charter that restricts non-official sponsors from using Olympic-related terms. With many athletes relying on sponsorship from smaller companies, Skinner raises some compromises that could lessen the impact on an athlete’s earning potential.Nichols also asks Skinner about his passion for athlete activism, where he’s been working to improve collaboration between athletes and sporting bodies to raise standards. He also talks more about his role with the UK Anti-Doping Committee, a surreal trip to the White House and collaborating with Science in Sport and Vaaru.Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

Who do athletes and sporting organisations call in a crisis? While PodCrash co-host Philip Hindes is away racing in Valencia, Callum Skinner catches up with the extremely insightful Ben Nichols, who looks at sport (and its breaking stories) through a different lense.A PR and communications master, Nichols has been on the sharp end of some of the biggest sporting stories of our time. He talks about his experience in the extravagant F1 scene and his move into tennis, sharing how he dealt with high octane environments and athletes that go off-piste during interviews...As his career progressed, Nichols recounts how he was thrown into the middle of a media frenzy when he joined the World Anti-Doping Agency. It was at the tail end of the Lance Armstrong saga and cycling was in the spotlight. But as numerous doping scandals broke across multiple disciplines, it became clear the sporting world was in a crisis. He also details his move to work on the Commonwealth Games and their strategy for getting more eyes on the event, as well as his latest challenge; starting his own consultancy business.Like to look at things a little differently? Get another view on the world of sport in this week’s cycling podcast. Plus, next week, tune in to hear more about Callum’s journey in the sporting world following his retirement.Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

Introducing the underdogs of the cycling world; Team Huub Wattbike. With a non-traditional route into cycling, this team burst onto the scene at nationals and have held their own ever since. From maxing out credit cards to attend the World Cup, to their innovative approach to aerodynamics - they’re making waves (and winning them medals).This week, Olympic champions Callum Skinner and Philip Hindes talk to Huub Wattbike teammates Dan Bigham and Jonny Wale about all things cycling. Following on from Episode 12’s discussion on the National Road Championships, this cycling podcast begins with some other points of view and Bigham has his say on the day. In other news, Hindes is back in the gym, you guessed it; squatting.Then it’s full-speed ahead into Huub Wattbike’s inspiring story. Bigham (AKA The Raptor), initially studied and worked in performance engineering, when a chance opportunity gave him his first taste of cycling. Wale, however, had always been passionate about the sport and found his purpose within the team after battling mental health issues.“We’re literally here because we’ve got a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to ride our bikes really fast.” - Jonny WaleHaving taken on the Commonwealth Games and won the team pursuit in the Belarus World Cup, Bigham and Wale share their winning strategies and forward-thinking focus on kit and aerodynamics. But it’s not been easy. From living in cramped quarters to home break-ins; their gritty determination has seen them endure some massive highs and lows.Now, they’ve been thrown another curveball: the UCI’s recent decision to ban trade teams in future World Cup races. We discuss their thoughts on the matter and what it means for the future of British cycling and Huub Wattbike.Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

Welcome to a special on-the-road episode of PodCrash! Live en route to Wrexham (yep, they did it), PodCrash hosts Philip Hindes and Callum Skinner are joined by pro tour riders Baby Girl (Chris Lawless), Adam Blythe and Owain Doull on this 73k cycle.The guys discuss feedback from Chris Lawless’ appearance on PodCrash (actual quote: “That guy should never be allowed to speak in public”) and the plan for the day over pies and pints at their first pub stop. With the British National Road Championships held the day before, the guys discuss their disappointing race day experience. Although considered a premier event, they faced a number of challenges on the day, from the lack of coverage and signage being placed the wrong way (which saw one large group heading into the town and having to do a U-turn mid race), to traffic on the route. As one rider points out, it was “an absolute shambles”.Find out their thoughts on the results and their solutions for the future of the British cycling scene. You’ll also discover more about team tactics, the points system and even some current conspiracy theories floating around British cycling. Hold onto your hats; it’s a controversial one.Then, one massive vent out of the way, 73km cycled and 8 hours later, the athletes (minus Blythe) return for part two to share their highlights of the day. Crashes, wrong turns and non-existant bike shops; this one’s not to be missed.Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

“It’s like a rollercoaster; except there’s a real element of risk that you could actually crash” - Ben McCulloughFrom careering down a bobsleigh track - the g-force blurring the edges of his vision - to running his own butler in the buff company, Ben McCullough shares his fascinating journey from professional athlete to CEO with PodCrash hosts Callum Skinner and Philip Hindes.Kicking off the episode with the latest news: Hindes and Skinner prepare for a 70k cycle from Manchester to Wrexham, with a lock-in planned mid-route - find out if they make it in next week’s episode. Plus, Skinner talks about the response he’s received from the public after talking about his mental health issues for the first time. The men then get into the nitty gritty of McCullough’s story. Having met Skinner in the cycling world years’ ago, McCullough’s path saw him pursue bobsleighing; a sport that requires lightening-fast sprints and brute strength. Selected for the Great British team after several trials, his elite career took off.But performing at the highest levels isn’t always what it’s cracked up to be. McCullough reveals what life as a bobsleigh athlete was really like, from injury and fatigue to the adrenaline of the track. Plus, he reveals his training regime, the secret to getting great abs and some of the more unusual fan requests he’s received over the years...Now retired from the sport, McCullough shares more about his butler in the buff business, recounts some priceless hen party stories and his part in helping improve conditions for British bobsleighers. Plus, Hindes secures another job offer for life after cycling...Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

Join Olympic cyclists Philip Hindes and Callum Skinner for the 10th episode of PodCrash. This banter-filled episode sees Hindes and Skinner joined by Team Ineos cyclist and Tour De Yorkshire winner, Chris Lawless.Hindes finally has news! Returning from a disappointing performance in America (his words), he cycled through NYC on a hire bike (the USA’s equivalent of Boris Bikes) and saw a fair amount of Amish people. Meanwhile, Skinner’s heartbroken yet again and is still searching for his missing bike...and friends. Lawless also gives an insight into Chris Froome’s terrible crash in France.Lawless (AKA the man with too many nicknames to mention) then dives into his early start in cycling. From mountain biking with his dad to joining the British Cycling Academy and Team Wiggins, find out how this champion got his start on the road. Ever wondered how a cyclist goes pro? The trio explain how they work with agents to get other gigs and the major difference between cycling teams, rugby teams or football teams; the results of which has a precarious effect on a rider’s future. Then, it’s on to Lawless’ victory at Tour De Yorkshire. He may have messed up the first stage, but his gritty determination saw him push deep, attack a killer climb and go on to win the race. The guys recount some hilarious moments, like the time Lawless sent a text meant for his girlfriend into the wrong WhatsApp group, how they balance social and professional relationships and life after cycling.Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

“One wave changed my life and put me on the map.” - Andrew Cotton. You don’t want to miss this one. Champion cyclists Philip Hindes and Callum Skinner take a detour into the world of surfing with their first non-cycling guest; Red Bull Athlete and Big Wave Surfer, Andrew Cotton.Cotton’s inspiring story starts with him selling wetsuits and making surfboards in the early days. He even trained as a plumber and a lifeguard. Then, in 2014, one huge 70ft wave changed his life. You might have seen the headlines: British Surfer Rides World’s Biggest Wave.But, just as quickly as you can make it, it can crumble in a flash. When the best looking wave he’d ever seen quickly turned into the worst, Cotton was dragged through the surf and left lying on the shore with a broken back. He explains the surfing disaster first hand, as well as the lead up to the fateful accident.We talk to Cotton about chasing storms, respecting the ocean, sharks and the surfing spots he loves. This fearless surfer also explains how he wanted to get back into the ocean following his recovery, finding his flow, free-diving and pushing himself further as an athlete. Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch all of our cycling podcasts on our YouTube channel.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

“You’re an Olympic gold medalist, going for another gold medal and you can’t put your socks on in the morning.” Ed Clancy.During this entertaining instalment of PodCrash, elite cyclists and Olympic medallists Callum Skinner and Philip Hindes are joined by 3X Olympic champion, World Champion and 8X World Record-breaker, Ed Clancy OBE.In this week’s cycling (and life) news; the trio talk about hitting the gym (or not), Skinner’s interview on the Ben Coomber fitness podcast and... dick pics. Plus, there’s a little teaser of what you can expect in Episode 9 of PodCrash.The trio then dive into Clancy’s early career, role models and the white hand-me-down BMX that ignited his passion for cycling. This ultra-successful cyclist opens up about his challenging childhood and how he stays grounded after the euphoric high of the games - and the subsequent lows.“The thing I find that most stabilises me is that i’m just a person like everyone else. I genuinely feel that no matter who you are, where you’re from or what you do, every human has equal value.” - Clancy.In 2015, Clancy experienced a huge setback when, just 10 months away from the Olympic Games, a prolapsed disk left him shuffling down the stairs, barely able to walk or sit. When it got worse, there was no other option but surgery. But, in true Clancy style, his comeback was a defining moment in his career and 4 months later, he was back racing competitively.We talk about diet, Clancy’s favourite sugar-fix and the marginal gains he’ll be making in the lead up to the next Olympics. What are his predictions for Tokyo 2020 and will he hang up his helmet once it’s over? Find out in this jam-packed episode of PodCrash.Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch the full cycling podcast on our YouTube channel.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

Get a lesson in resilience, talking in code and living off £7k a year from the Paralympic Tandem Cyclist, Helen Scott MBE.From being dropped by the British Cycling Sprint Academy after just one year to winning 4 Paralympic medals, 12 World Championship medals and 4 Commonwealth Games medals, Helen Scott knows a thing or two about picking herself back up and smashing her goals. In this cycling podcast, Olympians Philip Hindes and Callum Skinner dive into the highs and lows of Scott’s career.In the news; the trio talk hilarious sporting injuries – including that time when Hindes careered into a small spectator mid-race – as well as upcoming trips, girls holidays and tattoos.Then it’s onto Scott’s challenging first year at the Sprint Academy. Scott recounts the fear and shame she experience having been dropped from the squad. Soon though, she was piloting the tandem with elite Paralympic stoker, Aileen McGlynn, but it wasn’t all plain sailing...Winning a silver and a bronze medal in the London 2012 games, Scott recounts the immense pressure she felt to perform on home turf. For Rio, lessons had been learned and she’d been paired with a new teammate, Sophie Thornhill. This turning point saw the pair stack up the medals and employ a new, no BS training tactic: speaking in code. “We both knew what was at stake and we both wanted it.” - Helen ScottThe athletes then give their take on listening to their bodies and whether to push through the exhaustion or rest and recover. “If you want to get better, it’s not just about training harder, it’s about knowing yourself better,” says Skinner.Find out whether Scott plans to return to able-bodied cycling, her special bond with Thornhill, breaking world records, coaching and the plan to defend their title in Tokyo 2020.“This is where I belong; I love what I do” - Helen ScottShow us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch the full cycling podcast on our YouTube channel.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

Welcome to another action-packed episode of PodCrash. This week, Callum Skinner and Philip Hindes are joined by two-time Paralympic cycling champion, Steve Bate. Recorded in Bate’s West Yorkshire home, this cycling podcast kicks off with the week’s news; Hindes’ new YouTube videos, the fallout from revealing Kian Emadi’s soft spot for Vicky Williamson and a teaser about Skinners yet-to-be-revealed news.Bate’s then talks about his journey from accomplished mountaineer to cyclist. Having been diagnosed with an eye condition at 35, Bates was told he could go blind within four years. He explains how he dealt with the crushing diagnosis and, with the support of Great Britain Cycling Team rider Karen Darke, focused his energy in a new direction: on the back of the tandem.Can you imagine what it feels like to hurtle down tracks at 70mph - all without being able to see the route clearly? The Kiwi shares some of his most adrenaline-pumping moments riding tandem with Adam Duggleby, including a crash into oncoming traffic, melting tires and cycling 20 hours non-stop. Tune in to discover the toughest thing he’s ever attempted, falling off El Capitan rock faces, racing the Arctic and his passion for tattoos and travel.Having achieved 3 Paralympic Games medals, this world-class athlete was “actually pretty lazy” as a kid, but today, it’s clear to anyone that has seen him pedal; he’s a force to be reckoned with. Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch the full cycling podcast on our YouTube channel.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

She’s the athlete that had to fight to walk again after a catastrophic crash nearly ended her career in 2015. Great Britain Track Cyclist Vicky Williamson joins Callum Skinner and Philip Hindes for this week’s episode of PodCrash.Launching into the episode with this week’s news; Skinner had his car stolen, while Williamson struggles to find a new housemate. Plus, Hindes talks about his old tactics for finding a girlfriend... in a supermarket. Skinner and Hindes then quiz Williamson on her unconventional path into cycling, the Girls for Gold programme and the things she’s learned along the way - like there really is no place for underwear on the track. Part of Team GB during the lead up to the Rio Olympics, Williamson relays the pressure her team felt to perform at the highest level during qualifying, the lessons to be learned and the temptation of tapering training. Then, it’s onto the horrific cycling injury she sustained during a race in Rotterdam 2015. With a broken back, neck and pelvis, Williamson was told she was nearly paralised, could face a future filled with chronic pain and might never cycle again. Find out how her resilient mentality has seen her fight her way back to elite fitness, why a positive attitude is EVERYTHING and how her crash has given her a life-changing perspective on life. Since, she’s been selected for the World Championship and has her sights set on Tokyo 2020. Can anything slow her down? We don’t think so…“I’m on the same level playing field as everyone else, I’ve just had a bit of a longer route to get there.” - Vicky WilliamsonShow us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch the full cycling podcast on our YouTube channel.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook

What happens when you fulfill a life-long dream at just 23? During the Rio Olympics, Owain Doull scooped a gold medal in the Men’s Team Pursuit. Then, suddenly, he was back road cycling, heavier than before and struggling to keep up during the Tour of Britain. This week, Philip Hindes and Callum Skinner talk about the highs and lows of elite cycling with Team Ineos’ (formerly Team Sky’s) Owain Doull.Doull then spills all about his team’s transition from Sky to Ineos, the grassroot impact Sky has had on British cycling and the uncertainty many athletes face when it comes to contracts. Interested in what an elite athlete eats? The Welsh champion reveals what he chows down in a day, why he quit alcohol and the benefits of low carb riding in the lead up to a race. Callum also reminisces about a favourite old haunt: Chicken King, and the fine balance between partying and training when living in the British Cycling flats. With the Yorkshire Road Championships fast approaching, talk moves on to protesting, hilarious pranks on Chris Lawless and being sent strange things in the mail...Plus, will virtual racing take off? Is Dowell taking on Tokyo and what does the future hold for Team Ineos? Join us for another lively episode of the best cycling podcast around (even if we do say so ourselves…), PodCrash.Show us the love by subscribing, rating and reviewing PodCrash. You can also watch the full podcast on Hindes’ YouTube channel.Follow us at:@PodCrashPod on Twitter@PodCrashPod on Instagram@PodCrashPod on YouTube@PodCrashPod on Facebook