Kathryn Bertine, author, activist, former pro cyclist, and documentary filmmaker, joins Dimity to talk about her newest book STAND: A Memoir on Activism.

Among other things, the two discuss:

—The massive disparities between men and women's pro cycling;

—Why an abundance of patience is integral to both athletics and activism;

—The day Kathryn thought she would end her life—and what stopped her;

—How highpointing is bringing Kathryn a new athletic mission and unexpected joy.

Links:

Half the Road: Kathryn's documentary on women's cycling

Homestretch Foundation: Kathryn's foundation for developing women's cyclists

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