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Weekend Sport with Jason PineSam Bewley: Israel Premier Tech Director of Sport on the 2025 Tour de FranceOne of the most watched sporting events in the world gets underway tonight as the Tour de France sets off in Lille. Only one Kiwi is competing in this year’s race, 22 year old Laurence Pithie hoping to score a few stage wins for Germany’s Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe. Sam Bewley is over in France as well, the Director of Sport for Israel Premier Tech. He joined the show to discuss the scale of the race, and what he hopes his team will achieve over the next three weeks. LISTEN ABOVE
2025-07-0512 min
Life in the Peloton, presented by MAAPBONUS: Life in the Peloton Chronicles: New Season, New ChallengesThis is a cheeky bonus excerpt from the longer episode. To listen to the whole thing and future episodes become a member of The Pelo. You won't want to miss these exclusive chats dropping throughout the 2025 season!
It’s been a long, cold winter, but Svein and I are back for the 2025 season with a fresh ep of Life In The Peloton: Chronicles for you - the Pelo members.
Just like when we were pro cyclists, which feels like a long time ago now, we had ourselves a little off season to reset, freshen up, and...
2025-01-3116 min
The Social Distance PodcastWe’re back and we kind of talk about the 2025 TDF route, but not really.We are back with our first show of the off season. Cycling content is slim but we manage to put together 53mins of uninterrupted garbage, some of it loosely related to cycling.. NORD VPN: https://nordvpn.com/socialdistance Get a big discount + 4 extra months Stay away from online threats with NordVPN. Secure your connection, scan downloads for malware, block ads, and safely access your content MERCH STORE: https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-11-1453 minThe Social Distance PodcastWe are back with a huge episode with Svein Tuft, talking his life and his new book ‘We will never be here again’Its been a long time, but it was worth the wait! Svein Tuft joins us on this episode and its one you don’t want to miss! Even we were quiet listening to his stories and his amazing perspective on life and professional cycling. His new book ‘We will never be here again’ launches soon, you can order your copies here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/richardabraham/we-will-never-be-here-again-a-book-by-svein-tuftSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-09-161h 02
Life in the Peloton, presented by MAAPTalking Luft! Vuelta Top 6 with Sam BewleyLife in the Peloton is proudly brought to you by MAAP
This week Talking Luft’s Top Six Most Influential is from one of my personal favourite races with one of my best mates from the peloton: it’s the Vuelta España with Sam Bewley.
Sam had a great career on the road, riding all three Grand Tours in his thirteen-year pro career and is now a successful DS at Israel Premier Tech. We were teammates at Green Edge and rode a couple of our Vuelta’s together back in the day, which made making t...
2024-08-141h 01The Social Distance PodcastDouble disc wheels, an alternative chat about the Olympics & George is backGeorge is back online for this weeks show and we dive into the double discs used by Van Aert in the Olympics TT before we go off piste and give an alternative commentary on the Olympics in general. NORD VPN: https://nordvpn.com/socialdistance Get a big discount + 4 extra months Stay away from online threats with NordVPN. Secure your connection, scan downloads for malware, block ads, and safely access your content MERCH STORE: https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-07-2949 min
King of the RideEpisode 136: Sam Bewley -- the Tour de France (and more!) EpisodeIt’s July so it’s Tour de France time! I’m thrilled to have our guest on the podcast, Sam Bewley. A Tour de France rider himself, a Tour commentator and sports director, we're here to shed light on what's happening now two weeks into a very exciting Tour.
Sam is a New Zealander living in Europe, courtesy of the bicycle. He won a world championship medalist on the track, then graduated to the World Tour and had a successful, lengthy, thirteen year career there.
Sam is now a sports director with Israel Premier Tech as...
2024-07-151h 09The Social Distance PodcastBewls has a baby, TDF bottle points & media scrumsScott McGory joins the show to talk the TDF media scrums. The logistics of 'bottle points' at the TDF, gravel stages & Bewls has a baby! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-07-0958 minThe Social Distance PodcastTDF 2024 - PreviewLuke Durbridge joins the show ahead of his 10th Tour de France. He tells us whats changed over those years, how he manages the Tour and the dual objectives as one of Jayco-Alula most reliable and loyal domestiques NORD VPN: https://nordvpn.com/socialdistance Get a big discount + 4 extra months Stay away from online threats with NordVPN. Secure your connection, scan downloads for malware, block ads, and safely access your content MERCH STORE: https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-06-2552 minThe Social Distance PodcastPogacar Giro dominance, is the breakaway dead & the big GC battle ahead of us at the TDFGeorge is back behind the mic along side Bewls & Jonesy. We chat about Pog's dominance at the Giro, was he greedy or just doing his job? is the breakaway dead? How could cycling spice things up with on board microphones and cameras. And some other stuff we spoke about that we can't remember... NORD VPN: https://nordvpn.com/socialdistanceGet a big discount + 4 extra months Stay away from online threats with NordVPN. Secure your connection, scan downloads for malware, block ads, and safely access your content MERCH STORE: https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcasts
2024-06-0353 minThe Social Distance PodcastMitch Docker joins the show, we chat Giro & nick names for Pogacar and the future of the showMitch joins the show to chat about the Giro so far and his own experiences at that race, we unsuccessfully come up with a nick name for Pogacar and we explain our long absence and the future of the show NORD VPN: https://nordvpn.com/socialdistanceGet a big discount + 4 extra months Stay away from online threats with NordVPN. Secure your connection, scan downloads for malware, block ads, and safely access your content MERCH STORE: https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-05-1459 minThe Social Distance PodcastThe Strade monument debate, cycling war stories, and designated 'sort out zones'The boys join the Strade monument debate, are what use to be cycling war stories just the norm now? Bewls pitches the idea of a designated 'sort out zone' at the end of every race to settle any in race conflicts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-03-1244 minThe Social Distance PodcastTalking transition into DS life with Daryl Impey, Bonus systems in cycling & the value of experienceOur loyal 'fill in' Imps joins the show this week. We talk about his transition into DS life, the economics of cycling with cash bonuses for riders & does it exist for staff? And we talk about the importance of experience in a what is becoming a young mans sport. NORD VPN: https://nordvpn.com/socialdistance MERCH store: https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-02-211h 03The Social Distance PodcastThe Tour Down Under debrief!The boys are back for 2024, and they are back with a bang! Bewls and George debrief Tour Down Under and how Stevie Williams won it. NORD VPN: https://nordvpn.com/socialdistanceGet a big discount + 4 extra months Stay away from online threats with NordVPN. Secure your connection, scan downloads for malware, block ads, and safely access your content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-01-2244 minThe Social Distance PodcastPre season training camps, sentimental cycling items & teams of the pastThe boys talk about the significance of pre season training camps and what actually goes on at them. George talks about all cycling related items that are sentimental to him and we dive into teams of the past and why they folded so early. Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here https://nordvpn.com/socialdistanceIt’s risk- free with Nord’s 30-day money back guaranteeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-11-3052 minThe Social Distance PodcastGeorges new cat, breakaway sports leagues & stories from the pastGeorge has a decision to make with his newly acquired cat and asks the question, is there such thing as a selfless good deed. We talk about transitioning from one team to another and how it works, breakaway sports leagues and if there is a place for it in cycling. Jonesy is pissed off at the modern day youth and we reminisce on the time he missed his flight at the 2014 Tour Of Beijing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-11-0654 minThe Social Distance PodcastDaryl Impey joins the show, George talks IPT 2024 & The Jumbo show at the Vuelta.Daryl Impey joins the show and gives some insight into his last race, recent retirement and to flog off his Merch again. We dive into Georges transfer to IPT for 2024 and our take on the recent ‘Jumbo show’ at the Vuelta. Merch shop: https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-09-1957 minThe Social Distance PodcastJonesy on roasting Phil Liggett, Bewls & GB's 'passionate' discussion and will Sepp Kuss win the Vuelta?George is back with the boys for the first time in a few episodes. Bewls & GB get into a 'passionate' disagreement about whether the mental 'X' factor exists in the top level cyclists or is it mainly genetic ability? Jonesy tells us about the time he roasted Phil Liggett at his 75th Birthday dinner. Will Sepp Kuss win the Vuelta?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-09-0544 minThe Social Distance PodcastAaron Gate joins the show after his recent World Title in the Points Race in Glasgow.Aaron Gate joins the show to talk about his recent World Title and we kind of do. Bewls & Gatey reminisce on their time together in the the track time. We chat about the 4 Commonwealth Games Aaron won last year, the exciting state of NZ Cycling and the positive impact Black Spoke is having for young kiwis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-08-1446 min
Get Out Of Your Own WayBecome MAGNETIC in relationships, what type of woman are you and what makes you unique!?Which Woman are YOU in dating?! Take the FREE Quiz www.datingarchetype.com Use code "SAM" for DATING U! www.lillibewley.com/datinguHello my friends! In this episode of the Get Out of Your Way podcast, I sit down with the amazing Lilli Bewley to dive deep into the world of relationships. We kick off the conversation by exploring the fascinating topic of feminine dating archetypes.Lilli enlightens us on what these archetypes are all about and how they play a significant role in...
2023-07-1836 minThe Social Distance PodcastDaryl Impey joins the show to talk all things Tour de FranceDaryl Impey Joins Bewls and Jonesy to talk about this years TDF, the tactics of the two top teams and how the race could play out. The boys share some post rest day stories, from nearly being time cut to waking up hungover in a hotel carpark. SHOP MERCH: https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcasts OKES / BE LEKKER MERCH: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1349787320/be-lekker-white-adjustableSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-07-171h 00The Social Distance PodcastTDF 2023, TDF Netflix series & Bewls TDF broadcast gig.The boys chat about the upcoming TDF & the two big GC battles, the one for the yellow jersey and the one for the 3rd spot on the podium. We dissect the recent TDF Netflix series and we go to deep into Bewls upcoming gig of TV presenter & analyst at NBC at this years TDF. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-2652 minThe Social Distance PodcastAn unorthodox wrap up of the Giro & are current day cyclists really as soft as the old boys say?The boys lay the boots into Bewls for his in-car Giro footage and we discuss the infamous interview of Georges at the 2018 edition of the race. Why were there so many successful breakaways at this years Giro? And are current day pros really as soft as the old boys say they are?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-0648 minThe Social Distance PodcastRest day wrap from the GiroWe wrap up the first nine days of the Giro with Bewls on the ground in Italy. He talks through the heartbreak of Clarkey being so close in Napoli and the big ride of Derek Gee just a few days later. Team Jayco's team mascot, Iffy joins the show to talk us through Blings win on stage 3 and we discuss what Remco's departure from the race means for the battle of the pink jersey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-05-1528 minThe Social Distance PodcastThe battle we missed out on at LBL, DS tricks of the trade, Making cycling a franchise sportThe boys are back talking the battle we missed out on at LBL and hypothesise what the outcome would have been. George gives us a race day update, Bewls is slowly learning the tricks of the trade as a DS, we discuss making cycling a franchise sport and Jonsey gets scammed. MERCH SHOP: https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-04-2643 minThe Social Distance PodcastVolta Catalunya, GW, run ins with Commissaires & airborne team carsGeorge runs us through his experience from inside the bunch at Catalunya & Bewls talks about his run in with the commissaires. Is GB on track for breaking the record for most amount of race days? We chat about the ‘new planet’ cycling we saw at Catalunya & Gent-Wevelgem. Jonsey gets kicked out by his flatmate after only 4 days for pissing with the door open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-2742 minThe Social Distance PodcastJust a great Aussie bloke: Luke Plapp joins the show to talk numbers & whatever else.‘Plappy’ is the epitome of an Aussie bloke! We talk about why he choose Cycling over Footy & Cricket, how is raw numbers got the interest of so many teams and what those numbers meant when he stepped into the World Tour peloton. We ask what 2023 & 2024 holds for Plappy and we get his take on the podcasts possible name change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-1347 min
Life in the Peloton, presented by MAAPThe road to becoming a DS - Brett Lancaster, Zak Dempster, Tom Southam, Sam Bewley & Gregory RastHave you ever wondered what it’s like to work behind the scenes at some of the world’s biggest bike races, what happens back there in the crazy, chaotic realm of the race convoy, and what the world of a Directeur Sportif is like?
Obviously, I’ve worked up close with DS’s throughout my career, but I’ve never been behind the wheel, and when I was asked to support a couple of riders at this years’ Aussie Road Nats, I realised I didn’t really know that much about what goes into the job of bein...
2023-03-011h 24The Social Distance PodcastCycling's travelling circus. Giving away victories & avoiding the post career weight gain blow-outGeorge talks us through his hectic spring race schedule and his days on the road, we compare the high paced travelling life to other professional sports. Is February the worst month to be a professional bike rider? Is the day of 'gifts' in cycling finished? Bewls talks about trying to avoid the post career weight gain blow-out & we discuss whether or not its time for a podcast name change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-02-2849 minThe Social Distance PodcastThat's a wrap on the Aussie summer of racing!The boys wrap up the Aussie summer of racing. We discuss how the new stages, Caleb Ewan riding for Australia & Michael Mathews dropped chain all impacted the way the TDU was raced. We share stories of the after parties & dive into Jonesy paparazzi moment at Cadel Evans road race. George defends his use of Twitter to get his bike back from Qantas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-02-0640 min
The Social Distance PodcastWe are back in 2023 with a TDU preview live from Adelaide!The boys are back for 2023 with our version of a TDU preview. We talk about the new race format, who does the race suit this year? Bewls talks through what its like being back at the races in his new role & most importantly we dive deep into the Hilton Hotels race buffet. We also have a special TDU MERCH giveaway for all of you here in Adelaide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-01-1529 min
The Social Distance PodcastSpecial release! We throw back to one of our favourite episodes- 2020 Christmas special the revisit!The lads have put the microphones away for 2022 & the silly season. Well back with bigger & better with on the ground full coverage of the Australian summer kicking off at The Tour Down Under! But to wind down into Christmas we thought we would throw back to one of favourite episodes- A Christmas special from the early days of TSDP. Enjoy revisiting this & Merry Christmas ya filthy animals! Treat yourself to some Christmas Merch- Link below. MERCH SHOP: https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-191h 08
The Social Distance PodcastMaster class tactics in bike races & the importance of team chemistry , the pre season knee warmer injury, football rioters & getting locked out of the house.George & Bewls talk about some of the master class tactics in races they’ve been the victims or part of & the importance of team chemistry to pull them off, we dive into the silent assassin that is the pre season knee warmer injury. Jonsey has a new docs series hitting the streaming platforms soon, football rioters & Bewls locks himself out of the house. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-0547 min
The Social Distance PodcastBewls new job & his return to the class room, Sauna etiquette & the UCI Track Champions LeagueBewls talks to the lads about his new role as a Sports Director at Israel-Premier Tech and gives a deep insight into returning to the classroom at the UCI Sports Directors course in Switzerland. We touch on the UCI Track Champions League and our non-sponsored rider Ollie Wood. We dissect Sauna etiquette around the world and revisit the infamous Tour Of Southland incident. MERCH SHOP- https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-2152 min
The Social Distance PodcastStaying fit in the off season, martial arts, sledging and stories from The Tour Of Southland.The off season is in full swing, we talk about how the modern day bike rider stays fit during it. Bewls talks about his experience with Brazilian jiu jitsu, the low level sledging that exists in cycling & Georges story from the vault at the Tour Of Southland. March shop- https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-0757 min
Business of EnduranceThe Stand Up Cyclist with Sam BewleySam Bewley is a racing cyclist from New Zealand who, until recently, rode for UCI World Team BikeExchange–Jayco. Bewley also competed for UCI ProTeam Team RadioShack with Lance Armstrong and twice won an Olympic bronze medal on the track. He has raced in nine Grand Tours, including five starts at the Vuelta a España, three starts at the Giro d'Italia and the Tour de France in its 2020 edition. Sam is a podcast host and also known as ‘the stand-up cyclist’ for bringing humour to the peloton, so I wanted to chat to him about his transitio...
2022-10-211h 09
The Social Distance Podcast⋆Warning foul language, Immortalising riders, Ganna's hour, cheating scandals & the day GravelThe boys discuss the Valverde & Nibali Guard Of Honour and why some riders are chosen to be immortalised and others not. Is Ganna's hour record the peak of human performance? We touch on the Gravel World Champs & reflect back to the day 'Gravel died'. The boys then scurry down a few worm holes to discuss absurd cheating scandals, TSDP Golf tournament & Georges experience of Malaysia so far. MERCH SHOP: https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-10-1048 min
The Social Distance PodcastWorld Champs wrap up, Bewls last race and Georges trip to TurkeyThe boys are struggling to bring energy into the show after a big weekend but we manage to wrap up the World Champ road races, were the crowds smaller than expected & is AVV officially the G.O.A.T? George tells us about his unplanned trip to Turkey & Bewls gives us the insight into the emotions of his final race last weekend. Merch shop: https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-09-2638 min
The Social Distance PodcastRohan Dennis joins the show for a deep dive chat into his interesting and hugely successful career.We touch on Roglic’s crash at the Vuelta, talk about the upcoming Worlds TT and dive deep into the more ‘public’ parts of Rohan’s career. He talks us through the difficult time of a contract termination and how he motivated himself to win the World TT Title just a few weeks later. Psychologists in our sport and the best way to source and utilise them. We also ask Rohan to join the debate of the top 3 British bands of all time. MERCH SHOP: https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listen...
2022-09-131h 02
Cyclist Magazine Podcast61. Sam Bewley loves Giants, hates motorbikes (sometimes)Team BikeExchange-Jayco's Sam Bewley joins Anthony and James from Girona, a few weeks before calling time on a career than spanned 14 years and took him from racing at Livestrong under the tutelage of Axel Merckx, to a brief stint at Radioshack with Lance Armstrong to a lengthy career at Orica-GreenEdge. He's learned a few things in that time, including how to eat, how to overtake like he's still racing track and just how important a moto can be in a Grand Tour. He's a good bloke, good racer.For this episode, James is again joined by...
2022-09-081h 08
The Social Distance PodcastHas Remco won the Vuelta? Should Jay Vine have ridden GC? Can Cam Meyer be beaten on the Golf course?We discuss whether Remco can be beaten or not at the Vuelta, Should Jay Vine have switched his focus after his two stage wins? George runs us through the Tour Of Germany and his love of the Lederhosen & we share some great teacher bullying stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-08-2955 min
The Detour PodcastWe recap the first 9 stages of the Vuelta with Sam Bewley live.We chat to the stars and look at one of the tougher finales in world cycling where the Aussies suffer. Sam Bewley also joins the show live to recap the first nine stages and predicts the GC standings after the stage 10 TT.
2022-08-2846 min
The Social Distance PodcastComm games, Road worlds, La Vuelta & bullying school teachers.We’re all over the place today. But, we talk Aaron Gates Gold Medals, the current situation with Cycling NZ´s funding and what that means for Bewls & Georges Road Worlds plans, The upcoming Vuelta and of course the good old days of renting VHS movies and bullying school teachers. 🔗 Link to merch shop https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-08-1552 min
The Social Distance PodcastBewls announces his retirement at the end of 2022 and reflects on the important moments to him.Bewls announces that 2022 will be his final year as a Professional cyclist, he talks through the highs & lows of his career & reflects on the things most important to him. We touch on the Mens & Woman’s Tours de France & Georges recent success off the back of Covid. Jonsey learns not to use paid apps to diagnose skin cancers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-08-0151 min
2022-07-1519 minThe Detour PodcastSam Bewley joins us live as we preview another massive Tour de France weekthe Tour de France. We also get insights from Team UAE's George Bennett who chats about what they are expecting from Wout Van Aert and the Jumbo Visma team this week.
2022-07-1234 min
The Social Distance PodcastWe wrap up the first 9 days of the TDFGeorge talks about what it's like being on the team leading the TDF, the pressures, the cynics & the tactics. Jonsey is back behind the fence telling stories, we talk about Wout van Aert and the role he's going to play, are TDF stage winners getting bonuses from their teams? And of course our coveted 'Great rider, shit bloke' category. Merch shop: https://shop.betootaadvocate.com/collections/dm-podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-07-1149 min
The Social Distance PodcastGreat rider, shit bloke!We need your help! Send your votes for the two most deserving riders at the TDF for our "Great rider, shit bloke" T-shirts and we will present them in Paris. Send your votes via our social media platforms or to thesocialdistpodcast@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-06-3005 min
Life in the Peloton, presented by MAAPThe Breakaway Theory - Taco van der Hoorn, Steve Cummings, Tim Declercq & Ben HealyRapha presents Life in the Peloton!
Have you ever wondered why riders attack off the front? Why do they form breakaways? Is it just for the TV cameras or is it actually a race-winning tactic?
The Tour de France is upon us and you’re almost guaranteed to see a daily breakaway.
It’s historically how a pro cycling race is run: the first 50km is riders attacking off the front – trying to form a breakaway, the breakaway goes, gets several minutes ahead, then the peloton chases them back for the final sprint.
B...
2022-06-291h 11
The Social Distance PodcastOur under prepared, semi-informed attempt at a Tour de France preview.The boys preview for the upcoming Tour de France, dive into a couple of key stages and predictions and George comes up with a genius idea for how the cobble stage should be in the TDF. The recent biff at Tour of Belgium & is Jonsey the worlds most geneorus man? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-06-2757 min
The Social Distance PodcastThe Biff is back at the Dauphine and we go deep into it!!We go deep into the recent Biff at the Dauphine ＆ Bewls has a story of his own that results in a lovely resolution. The affect motorbikes are having on recent races, Georges day in the break ＆ his immaculate aim with his bidon. Jonsey is coming to the TDF, with TSDP giveaways!! A merch update ＆ what song would get the boys up on the dance floor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-06-131h 02
The Social Distance PodcastRobbie McEwen joins the show to talk Jai & everything this years Giro.Robbie McEwen joins the lads to talk about a historic Giro win and his new home in the GCN commentary team. Bewls has another run in at The Tour of Estonia and plays fireman for a night, George talks about his recent camp with Pogacar and UAE. Credit card fraud and Jonsey’s self awareness issues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-05-3057 min
The Detour PodcastWhere to from here for Simon Yates and the BEX team?After a heart breaking day on stage 9 of the Giro for Simon Yates the question remains what does the team do from this point on? We also get a fascinating insight from George Bennett and Sam Bewley from the Social Distance Podcast as to what it's like from a riders perspective when races don't go to plan.
2022-05-1630 min
The Social Distance PodcastGiro d’Italia rest day wrap up, the new UCI points system, Koen Bouwman & Daryl ImpeyThe boys wrap up the first 10days of The Giro, How does Yatsey shift his focus, George runs us through the legend of Koen Bouwman, Daryl Impey joins us live from the road and we dissect the flaws in the new UCI promotion & relegation points system. Plus, a little Merch update. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-05-1653 minThe Detour PodcastOur Stage 7 Giro recap with Gene Bates and Sam BewleyIt was a day for the breakaway on stage 7 at the Giro d'Italia with no major GC shake up. We chat with BikeExchange Jayco DS Gene Bates to recap the stage and Sam Bewley joins us again live.
2022-05-1330 minThe Detour PodcastOne of the closest finishes in Giro history!It turned out to be a millimetre finish in stage 6 of the Giro as Arnaud Démare narrowly edges out Caleb Ewan for the stage honours. We're joined live by BikeExchange Jayco GM Brent Copeland and Sam Bewley to wrap the stage.
2022-05-1238 minThe Detour PodcastStage 5 Giro recap with Sam Bewley liveWe were hoping for a battle of the sprint kings on stage 5 at the Giro but it wasn't to be as Cavendish and Ewan were not able to join the main group for the bunch sprint. We recap all the action from the stage live with Sam Bewley and also chat about Sarah Gigante's first win in Europe.
2022-05-1133 min
The Social Distance PodcastCyclings hot tea tradition & carbon footprint, Tour de Romandie and a Giro preview.We talk about the carbon footprint of professional cycling, Souigners & the age old tradition of hot tea in the feed zones. Bewls talks ‘dives bombs’ and fast decent's at the Tour de Romandie, Our Giro preview and Jonsey’s match making resume.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-05-021h 02
The Social Distance PodcastBewls has some stories from Tour of Turkey, Form Fuckers are back with venegence, Paris Roubaix & Ineos Spring dominance.George accuses Bewls of leading the bunch through an array of Form Fuckers in Turkey. Stray dogs, slippery roads & ANZAC cove. We chat about the dominance of Ineos this Spring, George is crook & Jonsey talks about facilitating online dating through Backstage Pass. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-04-1845 min
The Social Distance PodcastWhat are 'Form Fuckers' in the Belgian classics, offensive jokes and accusations.We explain what ‘Form Fuckers’ & ‘De Moeren’ are in the Belgian classics, George reckons there isn’t much cycling to talk about, Jonsey makes a big accusation about Equestrian riders, Non-physically demanding sports, Cocktail nuts & new logos. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-04-0456 min
The Roadman Cycling PodcastWhat It Takes To Create A Winning Culture with Sam BewleySam Bewley is a World Tour rider for Giant - Bike Exchange, Olympic medalist and host of the Social Distance podcast. We chat about the dominance of Pogacar in cycling at the moment, the crazy cross winds in Strade Bianche. We also dive deep on what it takes to create a winning culture within a cycling team.
2022-03-2249 min
The Social Distance PodcastCyclings 'Drive to Survive' series, DJ is not a millionaire, MSR and character assassinations.We talk about the upcoming ‘Drive to Survive’ style Netflix series at this years TDF, Jonsey takes us behind the season of Millionaire Hot Seat, We cast some outdated MSR predictions & touch on recent races.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-03-2154 min
The Social Distance PodcastGeorge on winning UAE with Pogman, Strade Bianche, bringing back the biff & in race ablutions.We chat about the recent UAE tour, Strade Bianche and Pogacars dominance at both. We go too far on the subject of in race ablutions, We bring back the biff stories and Jonsey gets a run at becoming a millionaire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-03-0758 min
The Social Distance PodcastGeorge & strange NZ champs, should TT bikes be banned & a huge announcement from Jonsey.George talks us through a strange turn of events at last weeks NZ champs, we give our opinions on whether TT bikes should be banned and we have a huge announcement for TSDP that may or may not result in merch… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-02-2148 min
The Social Distance PodcastGravel in stage races, TSDP Covid outbreak, Bernal’s crash & our new intro winner.Bewls gives a run down of his first race of 2022, followed closely by his run at Omicron, George discusses the Joe Rogan saga, we discuss whether gravel should be included in stage races or left alone, we send our wishes to Bernal and we announce the winner of the all important ‘ New Intro’ competition for the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-02-0744 min
The Social Distance PodcastThe art of crashing in a TT, how to live on $5 a week as an amatuer, our new intro & did Jonsey have covid or not?The boys talk about the art of crashing in Time Trials and how they’ve mastered it, Lessons on how to live on $5 a day as an amateur from George & Sam, Has Jonsey already chosen the new intro and did he actually have Covid?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-01-1753 minThe Detour PodcastOur full preview of the 2022 Santos Festival of CyclingWe chat with Race Director Stuart O'Grady to preview the 2022 Santos Tour Down Under for both the men and women, along with all the festivities on hand from the 21st - 29th of January. We also chat with Kiwi rider Sam Bewley to see how he's doing in hotel quarantine in New Zealand and his plans for 2022.
2021-11-1852 minThe Detour PodcastRoubaix review with Mitch Docker and Heinrich Haussler joining us live!We recap an epic edition of the Paris-Roubaix with insights from Luke Durbridge, Mat Hayman and Sam Bewley. We're also joined live by Phil Liggett, Heinrich Haussler and Mitch Docker who ended his career at Roubaix.
2021-10-071h 15The Detour PodcastOur 2021 World Championship PreviewWe're joined by Team BikeExchange's Sam Bewley, Phil Liggett, the Cycling Podcast's Richard Moore live from Belgium and Donna Rae-Szalinski to take a deep dive into both the Women's and Men's World Championship Road Races.
2021-09-2555 min
The Detour PodcastAn epic battle looms on Mont Ventoux as we preview stage 11Another epic showdown looms as the riders tackle the famous Mont Ventoux twice on stage 11. Will Aussie Ben O'Connor light it up or Tadej Pogacar extend his grip on the yellow jersey? We also talk about Mark Cavendish as he won his 3rd stage and closes in again on the TdF record with Sam Bewley joining us live from Europe.
2021-07-0745 min
The Restump PodcastNo Day Off For Ferris BewleyIt appears we’re at the MCG Saturday evening but, to be honest, we wouldn’t bet on it even with stolen money! It's time for The Restump preview podcast of the Saturday's vital clash against the Blues.The contest this weekend just became a little bit more important with Gold Coast doing us a favour taking down the Tigers as that top eight door just edged open a fraction wider for us. We can’t all fit through yet but maybe Taylin Duman, if he turns side on, might sneak through and ensure it doesn't close.
2021-07-0144 min
No Brakes, No Fear. The Official British Speedway PodcastRace Week 3: Lee Kilby, Dan Bewley, Hans Andersen, Peter Adams, Mark Lemon, Erik Riss, Ritchie Worrall, Charles WrightAfter a bumper Bank Holiday of speedway, join Ian Brannan & Eastbourne co promoter Lee Kilby to look back on the action, and preview the up coming fixtures for the week ahead.In this episode we chat to..Dan BewleyHans AndersenMark LemonPeter AdamsRitchie HawkinsErik RissSam MastersNathan GreavesJade MudgewayDave Howard..! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021-06-011h 10
No Brakes, No Fear. The Official British Speedway PodcastRace Week 3: Lee Kilby, Dan Bewley, Hans Andersen, Peter Adams, Mark Lemon, Erik Riss, Ritchie Worrall, Charles WrightAfter a bumper Bank Holiday of speedway, join Ian Brannan & Eastbourne co promoter Lee Kilby to look back on the action, and preview the up coming fixtures for the week ahead.In this episode we chat to..Dan BewleyHans AndersenMark LemonPeter OakesRitchie HawkinsErik RissSam MastersNathan GreavesJade MudgewayDave Howard..!
2021-06-011h 08No Brakes, No Fear. The Official British Speedway PodcastRace Week 3: Lee Kilby, Dan Bewley, Hans Andersen, Peter Adams, Mark Lemon, Erik Riss, Ritchie Worrall, Charles WrightAfter a bumper Bank Holiday of speedway, join Ian Brannan & Eastbourne co promoter Lee Kilby to look back on the action, and preview the up coming fixtures for the week ahead.In this episode we chat to..Dan BewleyHans AndersenMark LemonPeter AdamsRitchie HawkinsErik RissSam MastersNathan GreavesJade MudgewayDave Howard..!
2021-06-011h 08The Detour PodcastWe unpack a huge day at the Giro and choas in the sprint at Ruta del SolWe dissect a big day at the Giro as Egan Bernal shows again his dominance in the pink jersey as Simon Yates moves up to second on GC. We check in with Israel Start-Up Nation sprint coach Allan Davis to discuss the crash in the final stage with Daryl Impey and Rob Stannard. Sam Bewley joins the panel and Matt White depending on the health of his blackberry.
2021-05-231h 11
The Social Distance PodcastDan & Sam's 'make it up as we go' first week Giro wrap up.Jonsey & Bewl's wrap up the first half of the Giro. We make our predictions on the best stages for George to win, Bewl's makes up some phrases, Jonsey shares a few cracking stories and like always we make the show up as we go!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-05-1958 minThe Detour PodcastWet conditions for stage 3 = potential Giro carnageWe check in again with Team Bike Exchange's Matt White to preview stage 3 of the Giro and how the wet conditions will effect the race tactics. We also bring in rider Sam Bewley to unpack the sprint in stage 2 and look into his crystal ball to find a winner for stage 3.
2021-05-1048 min
The Social Distance Podcast2020 Tour de France Green Jersey Winner Sam Bennett joins us to talk all things Green and Sprinting.Sam Bennett joins the show and talks the pressure's of winning Green, how things have changed for him since and the 'Quickstep affect'. Jonsey shares a near death experience and our regular segments make their return.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-02-091h 05
The Social Distance Podcast'The Offy' GB gets lost in the mountains, Bewls chases off wild pigs and Jonesy questions if Saunas can survive COVID-19.Saddle up for another Friday of live shit talk as we recap another big week doing sweet FA. George gets lost in the mountains, Sam chases off wild pigs and Jonesy questions if Saunas can survive COVID-19.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-11-2058 minThe Detour PodcastIs Roglic a sure thing to win the Vuelta? Not in 2020!Sam Bewley and Scott McGrory join the panel as we look ahead at the final week of the Vuelta. Is there is any chance Primoz Roglic can losing the Vuelta? If 2020 has taught us anything it is to expect the unexpected.
2020-11-041h 08The Detour PodcastGeorge Bennett and Allan Davis live from the VueltaWe chat with one of our favourite kiwi riders George Bennett as he gets ready for stage 7 of the Vuelta. We also check in with Allan Davis who is working with the UCI at the Vuelta, and ask him how the COVID-19 protocols are going given the second wave in Spain. Sam Bewley then wraps the show to give an end of season update and how riders are enjoying their down time.
2020-10-271h 00The Detour PodcastMichael Matthews and Allan Peiper join us for a massive Flanders previewWe check in with Michael Matthews after he got the all clear for COVID-19 and UAE Emirates DS Allan Peiper chats with us en route to the start of the Tour of Flanders. Sam Bewley also pops in to preview Flanders and talks about how tough the 2020 season has been on the pro peloton.
2020-10-181h 16
Life in the Peloton, presented by MAAPTalking Luft! with Sam Bewley. Ep 15.This week on Talking Luft I’ve got Kiwi Mitchelton-Scott rider, Sam Bewley. Sam’s a good mate of mine from our Greenedge days and is great for a laugh. We had fun chatting LUFT, training sessions, favourite races and of course coffee and beer. Plus Sam tells a hilarious Grand tour story for my new question […]
2020-10-1436 minThe Detour PodcastHow do we fix the COVID-19 Bubble? Sam Bewley joins the show to chat about the CPA and rider safety.Dr Bridie O'Donnell joins the show to chat about the Giro and where things are at with the current COVID-19 situation. We chat with Mitchelton-Scott DS Matt White about what needs to be done to protect riders and teams moving forward. Sam Bewley joins us after his training ride to chat about the CPA and what is being done for rider safety.
2020-10-111h 08
Turbo TalksBONUS: Sam Bewley's virtual recon of La Planche des Belles FillesThis bonus episode of the Turbo Talks is the audio version of the Never Stop Cycling | Virtual Recon with Sam Bewley of Mitchelton-SCOTT. Sam rides up La Planche des Belles Filles on his Tacx indoor trainer while sharing his insights about the finishing climb of the individual time trial of stage 20 of the Tour de France.
You can watch the virtual recon here: https://blog.tacx.com/virtual-recons/
2020-09-1933 min
DaysInternational Talk Like A Pirate Day - 19th September 2020Arrrr me hearties, it's International Talk Like A Pirate Day. Ian and Amanda get a whole new perspective on pirates from special guest Alex Barker from Be More Pirate. They talk about causing good trouble, challenging the status quo, and why we think pirates sound like that. Arrrr.Be More Pirate by Sam ConniffHow To: Be More Pirate by Alex Barker and Sam ConniffBe More Pirate website.Robert Newton on IMDB and playing Long John Silver in the 1950 movie version of Treasure Island.
2020-09-1941 minThe Detour PodcastOur massive stage 17 preview and yes there will be fireworks!!!SBS Commentator Dr. Bridie O'Donnell joins the show to give her insights on the race so far and how things have been in the commentary box. Mitchelton-Scott DS Matt White gives his predictions for the stage and Sam Bewley breaks down the tactics from the GC teams as they tackle the 170km stage with two brutal HC climbs
2020-09-161h 03The Detour PodcastThe day Esteban Chaves and his lieutenants made the impossible possibleSam Bewley shares the story of the 2016 Vuelta when Esteban Chaves had 1 minute 20 to make up on Alberto Contador to make the podium. An incredible tale of complete commitment by the team to a game plan, no matter how slim the chances were of success. We also spoke with Matt Keenan prior to the start to chat about the rest day and how he thinks the next week will pan out for the 2020 Tour de France.
2020-09-151h 16
Adversity UniversityAdversity University Episode 22 Featuring Fabled Grey Hound Trainer Michael BewleyEpisode 22 of Adversity University featuring our guest, Grey Hound Trainer, Michael Bewley. Co-Hosts, Sean Giles and Garrett Metcalf take some time to break down Michael's training career and the adversity that comes with it. Michael was born in New Zealand but currently resides in Australia where he races grey hounds. Executive Producer Sam Thrutchley.
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2020-09-1440 minThe Detour PodcastDoes cycling have a concussion issue? Kiwi Sam Bewley joins the panelWe chat with Dr. Bridie O'Donnell about the crash on stage 13 involving Bardet and how was he allowed to continue riding with concussion. Matt White joins us to preview stage 14 and Sam Bewley gives rider insights throughout the show.
2020-09-121h 03The Detour PodcastSam Bewley talks about crashing out of his first Tour de FranceWe chat with Lucas Hamilton after his win at Tirreno Adriatico. Sam Bewley checks in from Girona and gives us an update on his injuries after the stage 10 crash at the Tour de France. We also jump in the Detour DeLorean and relive some classic Backstage Pass memories.
2020-09-1152 minThe Detour PodcastAdam Yates joins the show to reflect on four amazing days in yellowWe chat with Adam Yates and Mitchelton-Scott DS Matt White and get insights from the stage 1 crash from George Bennett and Sam Bewley.
2020-09-0851 minThe Detour PodcastYates in Yellow and Phil Liggett joins us for a chatWe catch up with the 'Voice of Cycling' Phil Liggett to get his take on the race so far. Mitchelton-Scott DS Matt White talks about what the jersey means to the organisation. And finally Tour de France debutant Sam Bewley gives us insights from a riders perspective.
2020-09-0354 minThe Detour Podcast2020 Tour de France Stage 1 PreviewWith special guests Matt White, Sam Bewley and Dr. Bridie O'Donnell to preview the opening stage of the 2020 Tour de France.
2020-08-2954 min
The Social Distance PodcastConspiracy theories, Covid outbreaks, Ghislane Maxwell, anus crimes.The guys cover everything from the Moon Landing, 9/11 to Prince Andrew suddenly beating his inability to sweat and the boys discuss if they could outrun the police. Another episode loaded with uneducated opinions about topics that Sam, George and Dan know sweet FA about.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-07-061h 08