The Domestiques

While the podium appears to be decided at the Tour de France, The Domestiques examine the events that might unfold in the brutal stages of the third and final week. Will the “The Pog Show” continue or will others be given an opportunity to enjoy some time under the French Summer sun? It’s their last chance! The team also pays tribute to Aussie Neve Bradbury’s historic podium place finish at the women’s Giro d’Italia. So much cycling goodness and very few ads. Just the way you want it. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep and Marsh Insurance

The Domestiques brings you a very special interview with Allan Peiper, UAE Team Emirates Race Analyst and form Sports Director. As the Tour de France heads into the Pyrenees and Tadej Pogacar chases a third overall victory, Allan Peiper expresses his concern for a rider he mentored for many years. Allan says The Pog may be “burning too many matches” and fears he may be overrun by the rising form of Danish rival Jonas Vingegaard. It’s a fascinating insight on how the 2024 edition might pan out. Hear the thoughts of one of world cycling’s most respected voices. Only on The Domestiques.

The Tour de France has enjoyed its most exciting first week in recent memory. What have we learned after the first nine days and what might be expected before the final stage time trial finish in Nice? Will the Pogacar and Vingegaard battle reignite or will Remco reach a level the Belgian has never been before? In the latest episode of The Domestiques the team unpacks the many highs, the few lows and the twists and turns that have made the 2024 TdF edition one to remember. Listen up and tune into the world’s best cycling podcast! The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Marsh Insurance

Sir Mark Cavendish, at 39 years old, has become the most winningest Tour de France rider, taking the record and his 35th Tour de France stage. We are joined by one of the best lead out men in the World Greg Henderson, to break down another historic day at the 111th Tour de France. This podcast is powered by Marsh Insurance and Black Sheep.

The Tour de France has kicked off with a bang! And The Domestiques are on location in Italy for the Grand Départ. We analyse the first heat-dominated weekend of drama on the roads and excitement in the crowd. With the Olympics around the corner Australia’s medal hopes rest on the shoulders of Luke Plapp and Ruby Roseman-Gannon. The man responsible for guiding our cyclists to triumph is Australia’s head coach Nick Owen who joins us and provides an insight on his riders’ Parisian preparations. Forza Italia! Vive Le Tour! Only on The Domestiques. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, and Honan Insurance Group.

The most anticipated race of the year, the 111th Tour de France. The big six are all lining up and we're not just talking about the six Australians. Join us over the next three weeks from Florence to Nice, as we cover the highs and lows, the winners, losers and jersey wearers. Get set for the greatest sporting event of the year! The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, Ord Minnet and Pillar Performance.

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The latest episode of The Domestiques features our very own. We hear from a modest Matilda Reynolds who, this week, rubbed shoulders with the big hitters at the Tour de Suisse. Hear her stories as she shared the road with cycling’s elite. At a time when Tils predicted her best days were behind, the birthday girl is still punching well above. Don’t miss The Domestiques with Hollywood + Tils. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Pillar Performance, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

After crashing out of a race in Spain which almost ended his career, Canberra’s Jay Vine is determined to make a full recovery and return to the winner’s podium before too long. Hear how the former TDU champion and multiple Grand Tour stage winner has been supported by his team UAE and pregnant wife. It’s an incredible journey of hardship but Jay is confident happier days are not far away. Also, Matilda makes an exclusive announcement. It’s huge news! You won’t hear it anywhere else. With the TdF just weeks away, The Domestiques is compulsive listening. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

The Domestiques welcomes a former elite Aussie professional rider who’s making a fist of his role as a Director Sportif for one of the world’s biggest teams. Zak Dempster called the shots inside the Ineos-Grenadiers team car at the Giro d’Italia and triumphed after guiding Geraint Thomas to a place on the podium in Rome. Hear how Zak sacrificed a position to continue developing the cycling scene in Australia to pursue an ambition with his latest employer. Exclusive listening only on The Domestiques. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet. Show Notes: 00:00 The Transition: From Professional Cyclist to Director Sportive 09:00 Team Selection and the Role of a Director Sportive 13:30 The Future of Australian Cycling 20:30 The Journey of a Professional Cyclist 21:00 The Dominance of Pogacar and Team Strategy 23:30 Pogacar's Double and the Future of Cycling 25:30 INEOS Grenadiers and the Tour de France Selection 27:00 The Resilience of Egan Bernal and the Impact of Injuries 29:00 The Role of a Sports Director and the Future of Zak Dempster 33:30 Challenges and Changes in Professional Cycling

Black Sheep are giving away $20K in prizes as part of their 10th Anniversary. Enter to be in the draw. https://au.blacksheep.cc/pages/anniversary-giveaway End of the Giro and we have better Audio!!! Tadej Pogačar is the toast of the Giro d’Italia and of world cycling. In this week’s edition of The Domestiques we compare The Pog with some of the sport’s legends. He ticks all the boxes and is the complete package for global popularity and as an elite athlete. Can he achieve the rare Giro/TdF double? Tune in for your weekly fix of the world’s best cycling podcast.

In the latest episode of The Domestiques, a special interview with a special human being. Michael “Bling” Matthews reveals his deep love and passion for the sport that has given the Aussie a career filled with joy. Listen to the way he shares his admiration and respect for good friend Tadej Pogacar and the way he explains the shift in modern methods needed to prepare for big races. You may be surprised at Bling’s thoughts on producers of cycling documentaries which go “behind-the-scenes” of major cycle tours. Is it all a beat-up? So much cycling Giro goodness in The Domestiques.

What goes on inside the inner sanctum of the Giro? In this week’s episode of The Domestiques our guest is respected Aussie commissarie Greg Griffiths who describes what it takes to be among the UCI judging panel at Italy’s Grand Tour. As for the alleged claims of Pogacar being suspended for wearing incorrect clothing? The truth is revealed here. It’s a behind-the-scenes edition of The Domestiques.

The Giro is underway and the “Pink” Grand Tour is already turning into The Pog show. But for how long can world cycling’s most likeable superstar sustain his winning form? The Domestiques analyse the fortunes of the riders chasing overall glory. The women of the pro-peloton have entertained us at La Vuelta Femenina and wait till you hear Hollywood’s latest rant. Ouch! It’s unparalleled listening on The Domestiques. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

Hollywood goes one-on-one with Australian cycling sensation Luke Plapp. Fresh off the Tour of Romandy, Luke shares his race experiences and behind the scenes on that TT. Hollywood and Plappy also dive into the behind-the-scenes aspects of the WorldTour, such as Luke's personal insights into team dynamics, his relationship with his coach, and the critical role of mental health in the pro peleton. All this, and much more. Use the code "domestiques" to shop the range of Pillar Performance nutrition, including their incredible Tripple Magensium. Also, please checkout Black Sheep's latest range of Winter garments, released last week.

Aussie superstar Grace Brown is the toast of Liege-Bastogne-Liege and the talk of this week’s edition of The Domestiques. Listen how Matilda and Hollywood unravel the performance of the World Tour season so far. And as the Pog secured his 6th Monument, we ask why is he so good? Ali McCormack from the Bicycle Network house team and outlines the issues in cycling advocacy. And listen to a special feature from Beechworth as 1200 riders hit the gravel for the annual Granite Classic.

Aussie Cyrus Monk reviews the Classics Season, and his own first-hand experiences of all it's chaos. Cyrus has a very altered path into the professional peloton. A true 'Aussie Battler' with a beautiful mullet, Cyrus takes us through his unique nutrition routine, the art of the breakaway and fighting for a Grand Tour spot. This is a fantastic discussion with one of the peloton's unsung heroes. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

In this latest The Domestiques episode, we dive headfirst into the chaos and charm of Paris-Roubaix. Tomo, Tils and Hollywood break it all down - buzzing over the iconic race where the reining World Champs smashed it, taking home the unique cobbled trophy. But that’s not all – we're super psyched to have Sarah Gigante join us, and she’s nothing short of amazing. From her reflections on the nail-biting races to her own rollercoaster journey in the cycling world, Sarah gets real about what drives her and the hurdles she’s leapt over. We chat about the incredible vibe of the women’s race (only its fourth run and already unmissable), dig into the gritty details of the men’s race, and even geek out over Black Sheep’s latest Aero jersey drop. Sarah’s insight is gold, sharing tales from her Euro racing adventures, her massive training loads, and even her April Fool's pranks – yep, she's got a sense of humor to match her pedal power. Beyond the laughs, we also touch on some serious stuff, like the need for better safety measures in races and the heartbreak of crashes. All that - and more - in the latest episode of The Domestiques. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

We are joined by Former Professional, Matt Wilson, who rode Flanders 8 times. We review all the action, and the horrific conditions from De Ronde for the Men and Women. We also go deep on the brand new Pro Velo Super League, which is set to shake up the entire future of Australian Cycling. Be sure to let us know your thoughts on social media and leave The Domestiques a review. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

TdF Green Jersey winner Baden Cooke joins us to share stories about his past, present and future. The Pog cleans up at Catalonia and the Classics season heats up ahead of Flanders and Roubaix. The IndiPac tragically claims a life - we share our thoughts. Hollywood reflects on the Snowy Classic and Tils prepares for a bike packing week away. It’s all here in this week’s edition of The Domestiques. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

Milan San Remo! The best final 20km for a race on the World Tour. This week The Domestiques unpack the season’s first Monument. Happiness for Jesper Phillipsen, frustration for Michael Matthews. Is it fair for Lance Armstrong to criticise the current riders who choose to embrace after a race fair? The women’s tour heats up but Lotte Kopecky is surprisingly beaten. And the Indian Pacific Cycling Challenge is underway. Should the unsupported race across Australia continue? We critique, we share our thoughts and we love talking cycling.

The legendary voice of cycling, Matt Keenan, joins us to talk through Paris Nice, the Aussies in Tirreno-Adriatico, and Visma’s ITT Helmets. We also analyze the potential contenders for the Tour de France, including Remco Evenepoel and Luke Plapp. We also review the “Hardest Three Peaks Challenge, ever” - according to Hollywood. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

Join us as we reflect on the thrilling men’s and women’s Strade Bianche races, preview Paris-Nice, and touch upon the significant loss of the Amy Gillett Foundation. AFL Legend Ryan O’Keefe shares not only his transition from the AFL to the bike, but also his insights on the state of Australian cycling, the impact of plant-based diets on athletic performance, and the ongoing struggle with concussion in sports. The team also does their picks to win the flag for the 2024 AFL Season. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

All the hot topics are covered on this week’s edition of The Domestiques. Concussion in the professional peloton. How can it be prevented? The legend of Mariana Vos continues at Omloop. Hollywood finds a way to watch all of the year’s world tour TV events. Tommo has his say on the 50 influential list. And Hollywood shares his brush with fame when he once appeared on the Jerry Springer Show. The Domestiques is packed full of cycling goodness.

In today’s episode we are joined by special host Scott McGrory OAM. Hollywood vents about being left off the ’50 Most Influential People in Australian Cycling’. But more importantly, we highlight individuals like Donna Rae-Szalinski and Tracy Gaudry who should feature on a worldwide list, let alone Australia. We also discuss the state of track cycling and the challenges it faces, including the dominance of the Tour de France and the struggle to attract funding. We touch on the bullshit of the Enhanced Games where athletes are dopped to the eyeballs. Then we finish off with some good news, with breakout performances from Neve Bradbury and Caleb Ewan at the UAE Tour. All this, and more, if you listen today. Or tomorrow. Or whenever. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

In this episode of The Domestiques, Matilda Raynolds sits down with fellow Aussie, Georgie Howe. A year into her professional cycling career, Georgie opens up about her transition from rowing to cycling, her Olympic aspirations, and the challenges she's faced in the pro peloton. Georgie and Matilda delve into the dynamics of the Australian cycling team, the evolution of women's cycling, and the personal growth that comes from pursuing one's passion. Tune in for an inspiring conversation between two athletes at the top of their game.

The Prince of Warrny joins The Domestiques! Fresh from his victory in Australia’s oldest bike race, and after 13 years of trying, Mark O’Brien explains how he conquered the one-day classic. Hollywood and Matilda unpack a dramatic but memorable weekend on the windswept roads of western Victoria. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

We breakdown Cadel Great Ocean Road Race as the World Tour leaves Australian shores for 2024. Tils and Hollywood are doing the Melbourne to Warrnambool and is it a good thing Road Nats are going West? The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

The greatest two weeks in Australian cycling wraps up with a new champion - Steve Williams. Hollywood and Tils wrap an incredible stage. Tils plays cricket. Hollywood makes excuses for Jayco. And Tomo goes missing. Thank you to our amazing sponsors. Ord Minnet, Honnan Insurance, and Black Sheep Cycling.

We dive into the Queen stage of the Tour Down Under, the battle on Willunga. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

We're live from Hilton Adelaide again for Stage 4 of the Tour Down Under. Til's got taken out by an F1 superstar during RADL GRVL, and still managed to be on today's episode. We are joined by Brody Chapman and Chloe Hosking. These superstars share their unique perspectives on the biggest week in Australian cycling. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

We're live again from the Hilton Adelaide and the 2024 Tour Down Under. We dissect the drama of Stage 3. Hear our firsthand account of Luke Plapp's harrowing crash and its impact on the race. We're also joined by special guest, mountain biking legend Paul van der Ploeg, as we explore the burgeoning world of gravel cycling, and discuss the future and the evolution of the sport. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

We're back and we're live at the Adelaide Hilton. We dive into Stage 2 of the TDU. Today we are joined by Australian sports scientist Nick Owen. Nick is the coach of Ruby Rose-Gannon, Georgie Howe and Luke Plapp. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

We dissect the dramatic final stage of the Women's Tour Down Under 2024, where Sarah Gigante showcased her incredible strength and skill. With a dominant hill climb on Willunga Hill, Gigante not only won the stage but also secured the overall classification title. Join us as we explore the tactics, challenges, and emotional victories of this memorable race, alongside commentary from our expert hosts on Gigante's remarkable performance and the strategies that led to her success. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

We dive deep into Stage 2 for the women for the Tour Down Under. We talk about the importance of early points and the dynamics of the first two days (and the limitations of a three-stage race). We also analyze Tills' performance. And who is going to win up Willunga tomorrow? The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

What a day!!! Our very own Matilda Raynolds captures the hearts of the Australian cycling community by going solo and almost taking Stage 1 of the TDU. Tils, Mike and Tomo unpack one of the best days we've had in cycling. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

We bring you the exhilarating highlights from the Road National Championships in Ballarat. We unpack the gripping narratives from both the women's and men's races. Matilda shares her first-hand experience, discussing the intense race dynamics, team strategies, and her personal performance. The episode also touches on emotional tributes of Melissa Hoskins, and significant developments in Australian cycling with a possible move of Road Nats to Perth. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Honan Insurance Group.

We pay tribute to the late Melissa Hoskins, a revered figure in Australian cycling. Melissa, who passed away tragically at 32, was a world champion track cyclist and a two-time Olympian, known for her spirited and tenacious presence both on and off the track. We explore her remarkable journey, from her gold medal victory in the team pursuit at the 2015 World Championships to her courageous performances at the London 2012 and Rio 2016 Olympics, overcoming a significant crash in Rio to compete. Melissa's prowess extended to road racing as well, highlighted by her overall victory at the 2012 Tour of Chongming Island. Join us as we reflect on Melissa's career and the indelible mark she left on those who knew her. In this episode, we also preview the upcoming Road Nationals and Tour Down Under.

Firstly, we apologise for Tommo's audio. We've made huge strides this year with helping Tommo find the audio jack and the on/off button, but some days are worse than others. Thankfully, the legend Stephen Hodge joins us to talk about ONCE, Festina, and the latest WeRide study that cycling contributes $17M to the Australian economy. The team also talks about track cycling being cut from the Olympics and whether we should be sad (or happy) about the imminent demise of the Commonwealth Games. Tils also takes us deep into her midlife crisis as she documents her obsession with baking Sourdough Bread. This, and unfortunately so much more, is on today's episode of The Domestiques. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Honan Insurance Group.

The team is bacccck! Tommo, Hollywood, and Tils celebrate some very key milestones and delve into the upcoming 2024 season. Tils shares her excitement about joining the Pro ranks again and her racing plans, including the Nationals and Tour Down Under. The team discusses Wout Van Aert's shift to the Giro GC in 2024, exploring his potential as a GC rider (03:16). Hollywood critiques the latest World Tour team kits with a focus on AG2R and DSM's new designs (30:55). And we finish it off with some positive reflections on cycling and the positive impact of the sport in Australia. Don't be shocked! The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.

Aussie Jimmy Whelan is back in the proessional peloton, we quickly scan the men's and women's Tour de France routes and touch base on the Australian NRS.The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Honan Insurance Group.

The latest transfer news with Caleb Ewan and (likely) Luke Plapp are returning home to Jayco Allula, 18-year-old Tasmanian Felicity Wilson-Haffenden signs with Trek, and Tommo issues a formal apology. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Honan Insurance Group.

Professional Lauretta Hanson, the number one domestique, joins us to unpack the latest transfer news, the substantiated and unsubstantiated rumours, and Matilda's OnlyFans account. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Honan Insurance Group.

The team wraps up of the Vuelta after what can only be described as an insane 3 weeks. We talk about what the dominance of Jumbo means for rider transfers, and we imagine what it would be like seeing Hollywood in activewear. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Honan Insurance Group.

It's a jammed-pack episode this week. We discuss the dominance of Jumbo-Visma at the Vuelta, whether cycling need a salary cap, where will Aussie Road Nats be in 2025, uber-biker Sam Laidlaw dominates Ironman World Champs, and we interview Vaughan McVilly from the Mental Wheels Foundation. You can find more about the Mental Wheels Foundation here. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Honan Insurance Group.

Graeme Brown, formerly of Rabobank and a dual Olympic Gold Medalist, joins us to break down a chaotic start to the Vuelta, the Tour de l'Avenir talent, and if GC leader Sepp Kuss can go all the way. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Honan Insurance Group.

The team previews the last grand tour of the year, La Vuelta, the U23 Tour De France (also known as the Tour de l'Avenir) and its very first Women's Edition, and we discuss if riders are being signed to the World Tour too early. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Honan Insurance Group.

Join us for a special edition podcast with a man who would prefer to let his product do the talking. John Polson founded Black Sheep in 2015, and created the three pillars that the company is guided by; MR Initiative, the WMN Initiative, and the Future Project. In this exclusive podcast, we go one-on-one with John to discuss the U23 Tour de France, the responsibilities brands have in helping create change, and that return on investment is not always the objective. We also check in on how the brand has responded to the greatest period of turbulence the bike industry has ever faced and what the future holds. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Honan Insurance Group.

Pat Shaw joins us to breakdown the final weekend of Super UCI Worlds, the Aussie juniors dominating and we talk about the historic moments happening in women's sports. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Honan Insurance Group.

Cam Wurf joins us for a special podcast to break down how he balances trying to win the World Ironman Championships whilst leading out INEOS in Paris Roubaix. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Honan Insurance Group.