We’re getting pretty deep into the offseason now & we wanted to try & shine a light on a few issues in the sport. The first show is about increasing participation from women, particularly when it comes to racing.

What role do national federations play? What about the brands – is it up to them to decide to spend their budgets differently? Which teams are leading the way – and which are dragging their feet? What about that reality TV show – is spending marketing money on content creation doing a disservice to the development of existing riders? Should teams be required to have at least one female rider?

We think you’ll be pretty shocked to hear some of the situations that female (and lesser funded male) pro riders face. Would you do your job for expenses only? Hmm…

Joining the discussion are Emilie Siegenthaler, Becky Cook & Martha Gill.

Emilie Siegenthaler Gallery

Credit: Boris Beyer

Becky Cook Gallery

Credit: Brian Gerow

Martha Gill Gallery

Credit: Andy Lloyd

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Previously on Making Up The Numbers Podcast

Season 2

* Episode 12 | Tracey Hannah and Matt Walker* Episode 11 | World Champsionship Review with Camille Balanche, David Trummer and Dan Slack* Episode 10 | World Cup Preview with Greg Williamson,