Wanna Be

#141 Ayesha McGowan on Pedalling to the Top


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Hello and welcome to Wanna Be, the podcast that takes you from where you are to where you wanna be, in 30 minutes or less. I'm Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen, a podcast agency committed to amplifying diverse voices. Want to unleash your voice? Visit contentisqueen.org to discover our creator community and how we can take your podcast to the next level.


Today, we're incredibly lucky to have Ayesha McGowan with us. Ayesha's not just any cyclist; she's the first African-American woman pro road cyclist. Her journey is the epitome of passion, starting from her days as a preschool music teacher to being a commuter cyclist in college, and now, a groundbreaking professional in the sport.


In today's episode, we'll uncover Ayesha's transition from cycling to work to dominating races. We’ll also dive into the importance of representation in cycling, and Ayesha’s initiative "A Quick Brown Fox," which aims to empower women of colour in the sport. You don't want to miss this illuminating conversation!


Wow, what a powerful journey Ayesha has shared with us today! From cycling as a hobby to breaking records and creating a platform for representation, Ayesha’s impact on the cycling world is truly inspirational. To learn more visit aquickbrownfox.com


Thank you for joining us for this episode of Wanna Be. If Ayesha’s story has inspired you, why not share it right now? Let's spread the tales of resilience and triumph far and wide. Don’t forget to follow us on your favourite podcast player and on Instagram @contentisqueenhq.


Until next time... Bye!


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This is a Content is Queen Production

Hosted and produced by me, Imriel Morgan

Editing by Joseph Perry

Sound Design by Amber Miller

Production Assistant was Sharai White


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