The Wheelhouse Cycling Podcast with Kate and Joel

Cycling content that is easily digestible and mostly factual.... Hosted by Olympian and World Champion Cyclist Katherine Bates and Sports Journalist, TV and Radio Host Joel Spreadborough - their light hearted approach, combined with their expertise, brings an entertaining take on what’s going on in the world of cycling.

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Episodes

Wednesday Jul 17, 2024

Pogacar still winning Can Girmay keep green? Is Tadej eating enough? What eating like a pro really looks like. Should team staff give bottles to riders from another team? Bad fan behaviour at Le Tour How are the Aussies stacking Highlights from the Womens Giro Grand Tour jersey heirarchy There’s a bear out there See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday Jul 10, 2024

Week 1 of the TDF is done and the Women's Giro has just begun! Kate, Joel and Merckxy discuss with vigour:   Remco reckons Jonas doesn't have balls Jonas confirms that he does - he's just racing with his brain Is Pog worried after week one as they head to the high mountains? Biniam looks so good in Green - can he keep it? Aussies are kicking ass at the Women's Giro - but it not being shown on Australian TV! WTF? PLUS How to win a brand new Colnago VR4 valued at nearly 20k thanks to our mates at  @Bikebug  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday Jul 05, 2024

It's an spicy episode of Wheelhouse this week! Join hosts Joel, Kate, and Merckxy as they delve into the most captivating moments of the 2024 Tour de France so far. From record-breaking triumphs to groundbreaking victories, this episode covers it all. Mark Cavendish's incredible Milestone Historic Win by Biniam Girmay Richard Carapaz's Yellow Jersey It's a Feel Good Tour Tadej Pogacar vs. Jonas Vingegaard again! Phillipsen gets a UCI Sanction The Australian Olympic Team is named - finally! The Women's Giro D'Italia is about to kick off Tune in for expert insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and lively discussions that capture the essence of the world's greatest cycling race.PLUS!  WIN a Pogacar V4RS Colnago: www.bikebug.com/winSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday Jun 25, 2024

Henks about to head to the Tour, Kate's getting Olympic fever, and Merckxy joined Instagram. It's been a big week, and there's a lot to discuss! The Tour Down Under is turning 25 It's Tour de France Time and we've named our dream team The Yellow, the Green, and the fight  ahead So many stages for the Sprinters - has Cav got a chance at the record? There's been a flurry of announcements with Wedding bells, Retirements and Comebacks Kate is bringing back Wheel of Misfortune Gordon Ramsay says "Wear your helmet!" Merckxy is on Instagram!!!!!  Thanks to our fantastic partners:  Bike Bug - www.bikebug.com RiverCity Studios - www.rivercitystudios.com.au ChampSys - https://www.champ-sys.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday Jun 18, 2024

With a special 100th episode benchmark - we have a packed studio with Kate, Joel, Henk and Merckxy in high spirits.   This week: TWH celebrates! All rise for Sir Mark Cavendish Victory for Neve Bradbury at Tour de Suisse UAE continue to dominate, this time with Yates and Almeida  Elbow deep in Unchained - heros, villians, and more The Olympics are coming but not everyone is going.  Is Eddy Merckx actually the GOAT?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday Jun 13, 2024

There's never a dull moment when Kate & Mercksy are joined by Henk Vogels! This week: Ruby Roseman-Gannon shines at the Tour of Britain Takeaways from Dauphine and Swiss  Unchained is out, and it's binge worthy Ben 'Glutesy' O'Connor on the move  The UCI have said they're cracking down on safety How important is a race recon? Demi Vollering takes no chances with her TDFF preparation And an old medication with a new application is making the headlines for the wrong reason   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday Jun 07, 2024

On the show this week:  Action from the Criterium du Dauphine No LouLou at Le Tour How many mirrors did Visma Lease a Bike break because their streak of bad luck continues There's a new track cycling league in town called Blackline  We chat about the Brisbane to Gold Coast, and Smiling for Smiddy rides  www.bikebug.com.au  www.champsys.com.au/thewheelhouse   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday May 27, 2024

Henk Vogels is back from his European adventure to help the team unpack the ins and outs of the Giro D’Italia plus what’s happening in the women’s field and how was Henks adventure? King Pogacar  Aussie climbing talent on show The sprinters with some near hits  How cold is too cold? Grace Brown wins and Sarah Roy too Henks adventures in Europe with the ARA lads  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday May 14, 2024

Never a dull moment in world cycling and this week didn't disappoint. On Episode 96, Kate, Joel and Merckxy chat:  Pogacar's dominating the Giro D'Italia  Pink and purple skinsuits, why does the UCi care? What’s a good nickname for Pogacar? Lucas Plapp giving us the feels with his Italian success Can Ben O'Connor challenge Pogacar? Katey wants to wax her chain, but needs a YouTube tutorial Danger in the convoy with a team car hitting a rider  Demi Vollering wins in Spain - but what about Bredewold? Mark Cavendish wins in Hungary - so does Sam Welsford Team Wheelhouse is not going well in the  #8NationsGiro Thanks to BikeBug for supporting the podcast - use code 'wheelhouse' at www.bikebug.com - for 10% off your bike haul! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday May 07, 2024

Episode 95 of The Wheelhouse Cycling Podcast….. here's what's happening:   * Giro D'Italia Update: The Tadej Pogacar show * Johnathan Narvaez was happy Tadej went too late * Whatever you do, don’t stand between Pog and his pasta * Do the riders need a bike computer to win? * The first "sprinters stage," prompted a humorous backlash on social media * Pogacar's late attack in Stage 3 stirred some controversy, with journalists and fans deeming it "unnecessary." * Thymen Arensman's father stirs up Twitter,  what would Father Michael do? * Belinda McLoed has graced us with "The Hot Mess Map" for this year's Giro, celebrating #tourgran.   * The Wheelhouse is participating in the 8NationsVuelta, currently tied for third place! Can we rejig our team? * Women’s Vuelta * Demi Vollering claims victory at this year's event. * The riders' union has introduced a "puddle zone" for the riders * Updates from the Aussie Cup * The peloton is often heard expressing contentment with phrases like "I'm so happy" and "It’s really nice." We discuss how their multilingual abilities help, and we might just sprinkle in some Aussie slang to spice up their descriptions. * Kate now has a street named after her * Declan Tresize makes a splash at Ronde van Overijssel, showcasing formidable skills and earning well*deserved kudos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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