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06/05/20 • 54 min
Its fair to say that 2020 has been a year unlike any other. As there appeared to be some light at the end of the tunnel surrounding Covid_19, over in the USA a Black male by the name of George Floyd lost his life at the hands of a white police officer. The events that have unfolded in the wake of this appalling act have been nothing short of extraordinary. In cities across the world, mass groups people of all ages and races have been peacefully protesting this injustice, but significantly are calling for our societies, cultures and authorities to put an end to every form of racism that exists knowingly or unknowingly. The #BLACKLIVESMATTER movement has come to the fore to challenge people from all walks of life to hold a mirror up and see what they understand about racism and White Privilege, to get educated on its realities, and play an active role in championing a world of equality and justice.
Moved and challenged by the events of this past week, Jordan Addison sat down with good friend & fellow cyclist Leon Cerrone to hear of his experiences and thoughts of being a Black male in cycling. Leon took to social media recently to challenge the cycling industry as to whether it is doing enough to see more men and women of colour participate in this sport we all love, as well as to ask if the larger brands who have a bigger voice are speaking up loud enough. It was on this basis that we continued this conversation in the podcast, in what we hope will be one of many more conversations around this very important issue that stretches far beyond cycling.
Moving forward, we hope this conversation can serve as a tool that can begin to plan a route forward that can see cycling - a sport that we deeply love - play its role is bringing and end to racism of any form in our society. Cycling is a sport that by its very nature celebrates and champions community & inclusivity regardless of ability...we all ride the same roads and share the same experiences. We hope that partnerships can be formed moving forward that can see more men and women of colour have access to bikes & this community that we love. We would love to hear your thoughts on this, so please reach out and get in touch.
So sit back, grab a brew and enjoy!
#BLACKLIVESMATTER
G!RO
https://www.instagram.com/girocycles/
Leon Cerrone
https://www.instagram.com/leon_cerrone/
Jordan Addison
06/05/20 • 54 min
G!RO Chats To Rebecca Charlton
GIRO Podcast
04/29/20 • 54 min
Its always nice to turn the microphone back onto the interviewer every now and again! In this episode Jordan sits down with one of the most recognisable faces in British Cycling, the lovely Rebecca Charlton. Many of you will know her as TV Presenter, Author & Journalist, hosting coverage of The Women's Tour, 6 Days London, The Tour of Britain & more. But in this personal chat we hear about her really early start into cycling as a young kid with here Dad and brother racing around Preston Park Velodrome in Brighton, that planted the seeds that would go onto shape an influential career as in journalism & presenting. Rebecca also shares on her passion for inclusion & equality in a sport she deeply loves.
It was great to chat with Rebecca & we know you will enjoy this one! So sit back, grab a brew and enjoy!
Rebecca Charlton:
https://www.rebeccacharlton.com/
https://www.instagram.com/beccacharlton_insta/
G!RO
https://www.instagram.com/girocycles/
Jordan Addison
04/29/20 • 54 min
04/24/20 • 92 min
Anyone who has run an independent business will know the level of passion, effort & sacrifice needed to run it day to day. And running a business in the cycling industry can be particularly intense as the high street is continually changing as is our interaction with online in retail and engagement. But cycling is a beautiful sport & lifestyle that can draw out a passion and a drive to overcome challenges and obstacles for the opportunity work in an industry that you love and care for.
Being owners and directors of businesses in the cycle industry Jordan Addison of G!RO and George Galbraith if JAM Cycling have struck up a real friendship built on a similar, passionate outlook on the cycling industry and a real understanding of what it is like running a business in a sport that they and some many others truly love. Over the years the two would often sit together over a coffee or beer to chat through their experiences, challenges and successes. This episode of the G!RO Podcast invites you grab a brew in to join their conversation on 'Where Cycling Will Be In 10 Years Time'. Its worth noting that this is a conversation and the points discussed are opinions only. Opinions based with a goal to secure & enhance the future of the cycling and all who enjoy it.
So sit back, grab a brew and enjoy!
VIDEO - The Decline & Fall of our Small Business - JAM Cycling
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_w9XfVrknk&t=205s
George Galbraith
https://www.instagram.com/george.galbraith/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvxQWsyiU0FyZwEM9oSANMw
Jordan Addison
https://www.instagram.com/jordanaddison/
G!RO
04/24/20 • 92 min
04/17/20 • 87 min
"I was put into a position where i had to fight hard, and i did. I don't believe that i have achieved anything that anyone else couldn't achieve if they wanted"
In 2008 James Golding discovered he had an 11.5 cm tumor in him, and was diagnosed with Cancer. After recovering and riding across the USA, James was diagnosed with cancer again in 2011. 2012, James was given the all clear, and against all the odds has achieved World Records on the bike and is aiming to become the first Briton to win Race Across America.
This week, Jordan Addison sits down with James at his home in Portugal to discuss this remarkable journey in detail, his achievements, his goals, and his passionate message that anyone can overcome the odds to achieve anything. James is a close friend of the cafe, and we love this episode!
So sit back, grab a brew and enjoy!
James Golding
https://www.instagram.com/jimmythelink/
https://www.facebook.com/jamesgoldingonestepatatime/
https://twitter.com/Jamesgolding1
G!RO
https://www.instagram.com/girocycles/
Jordan Addison
04/17/20 • 87 min
04/13/20 • 50 min
A few months back, Sarah Hammond introduced us here at G!RO to Ross Burrage who put out a call for some second hand kit for a project he was involved with in Uganda. 8 Large DHL boxed up and shipped to go to the amazing Masaka Cycling Club in the southern part of Uganda. The mission of the club is to offer a platform for men & women to access cycling as a sport, which for the vast majority would be near impossible being one of the poorest parts of the country. Its an amazing project that is having a real & significant impact in the lives of that area.
This week, Jordan was able to sit down with the man behind the project, Ross Burrage. He is also the man behind the excellent Hidden Athlete podcast, which delves into the lives of some of most extraordinary athletes on the planet. So sit back, grab a brew and enjoy!
DONATE HERE:
https://girocycles.com/pages/masaka-cycling-club
Masaka:
Hidden Athlete Podcast
Website:
http://thehiddenathlete.com.au/masaka-cycling-club/
G!RO:
https://www.instagram.com/girocycles/
Jordan Addison
04/13/20 • 50 min
04/09/20 • 54 min
When we first opened our doors in 2013, one of our desires was to break down the barriers that may stop people getting involved in cycling. We wanted to (and still do) find ways to make groups cycling or racing available to all regardless of ability or background. However, the reality is that Cycling has been a largely male dominated sport from the top levels down to grass roots. So what does this mean to women who are involved in cycling or women who want to get involved in cycling.
This week, we sit down with Debs, Michelle, Jo & Daniella who are members of the G!RO Women's Race Team for an open and honest conversation about their journeys as Women in Cycling. We discuss how to build confidence in a largely male dominated sport, some issues they have faced, and discuss some realistic solutions that could pave the way for more women to be involved in a sport that we all love. We would love to keep the conversation going, so please email your thoughts over to [email protected]
So sit back, grab a brew and enjoy!
G!RO:
https://girocycles.com
https://www.instagram.com/girocycles/
Jordan Addison
https://www.instagram.com/jordanaddison/
04/09/20 • 54 min
04/02/20 • 63 min
04/02/20 • 63 min
G!RO Talks To Matt Stephens
GIRO Podcast
02/07/20 • 51 min
A true star & very recognisable figure of British Cycling, there isn't much Matt Stephens hasn't achieved. From growing up racing across the UK scene in the 80s & 90s, turning professional & racing all over the world, through to becoming British Road Race National Champion in 1998, & more recently gracing our screens as a commentator & reporter for Eurosport's Cycling Coverage.
We had the chance to sit down with Matt over a coffee here at G!RO to hear first hand what it was like racing in a scene that was a shadow of where we see cycling here in the UK today. Cycling is now a nationally celebrated sport, but for Matt to take the step to turn professional was a lesser trodden path in the 90s. Its clear that Matt still has the same passion now that he had as a youth racing for his local Hemel Hampstead Cycling Club & we loved sitting with him to hear his stories. This is hopefully one of a few more podcasts with this true gent!
So sit back, grab a brew and enjoy!
G!RO:
https://www.instagram.com/girocycles/
Matt Stephens:
https://www.instagram.com/realstephens/
Check out his latest Cafe Ride video with Sigma Sports : https://youtu.be/c5WZopdBXGo
Jordan Addison:
02/07/20 • 51 min
12/10/19 • 93 min
For some the thought of packing your bags, loading your bike and riding your bike around the world would be a life long dream. For others a terrifying and overwhelming ordeal. But for Gus Burrell that is a reality. At the beginning of this year, Gus stepped away from his life in the cycling industry of Melbourne Australia, packed his Curve Kevin of Steel and headed off to Japan, and onwards to Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, through to Europe, Lesotho and awaits his next leg into South America.
We've teamed up with Ryan Flinn of Curve & the Race Ride Seek Podcast to catch up with Gus on a short break here in the UK. We hear about the remote places he has visited, the personal journey he has been on, the wonderful bike accompanying him, and of course the Bratwurst. Gus is a wonderful human, and we know you will love this one. Cheers Gus!
So sit back, grab a brew and enjoy!
G!RO:
https://www.instagram.com/girocycles/
Curve:
https://www.curvecycling.com.au/
https://www.instagram.com/curvecycling/
Gus Burrell:
https://www.instagram.com/theguswagon/
https://www.instagram.com/ftp_training/
Jordan Addison
https://www.instagram.com/jordanaddison/
Ryan Flinn :
https://www.instagram.com/flinnryan/
Tim Cope (author)
Curve Kevin Of Steel 2020
12/10/19 • 93 min
07/03/20 • 75 min
"By my second race the unknown wasn’t a driver anymore, instead it was clear that racing for me is about an escape from the noise of day-to-day life. The simplicity of stepping away from everything. How often do we get a chance to take a holiday from our life? Sure it may be physically difficult racing, but all we are really doing is looking for food, water and shelter. There are no work deadlines, no social obligations, no chores and there’s often no phone connection. You are free to just ride and you do not have to attend to anything but the task at hand. At the end of the day I’m fortunate to be able to ride and race, seeing parts of the world I never imagined. There is no better way to explore the world than on a bicycle"
Excerpt from Touring With A Sense Of Urgency by Jesse Carlsson & Sarah Hammond
Host Jordan Addison was able to sit down this week with two people that know more about Ultra Riding & Racing than most others, Sarah Hammond & Jesse Carlsson. Safely back in Melbourne during this lockdown, Jesse and Sarah have spent most of the last year in remote parts of Australia, having given away all they had, and packed all that was left on their bikes to hit the road. During this time they have penned and published their book 'Touring With a Sense Of Urgency - A Comprehensive Guide To Bikepacking', which is a culmination of years of experience and lessons in the world of Ultra Riding, now shared with us the readers.
Jesse - who is one of the founders of Curve - and Sarah have an impressive palmares between them, including wins in the TransAm Bike Race & Multiple wins in Race to the Rock, to name but a few. But the stats & figures of their achievements on the bike quickly give way to the bigger question of 'Why?'. Why do these races? Why push yourself to the limits? Why pack your entire life on a bike and live wild with no time limits and be free? It is these questions that we explore in this podcast and the conversations that follow.
So sit back, grab a brew & enjoy!
Here is the link to the afore mentioned book, please go and support them : https://payhip.com/b/EmFN
G!RO:
https://www.instagram.com/girocycles/
Sarah Hammond
https://www.instagram.com/sarah___hammond/
Jesse Carlsson:
https://www.instagram.com/jessecarlsson/
Jordan Addison
07/03/20 • 75 min
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FAQ
How many episodes does GIRO Podcast have?
GIRO Podcast currently has 38 episodes available.
What topics does GIRO Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Podcasts and Sports.
What is the most popular episode on GIRO Podcast?
The episode title 'Race & Diversity In Cycling - G!RO Talks to Special Guest Leon Cerrone' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on GIRO Podcast?
The average episode length on GIRO Podcast is 66 minutes.
How often are episodes of GIRO Podcast released?
Episodes of GIRO Podcast are typically released every 23 days, 3 hours.
When was the first episode of GIRO Podcast?
The first episode of GIRO Podcast was released on Jul 26, 2019.
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