<p>Caley Fretz, Jonny Long, and Kit Nicholson discuss the opening episode of Tour de France: Unchained season three, which focuses on the build-up to the race and the dynamic of smaller teams taking on big-budget powerhouses.</p>

Caley Fretz, Jonny Long, and Kit Nicholson discuss the opening episode of Tour de France: Unchained season three, which focuses on the build-up to the race and the dynamic of smaller teams taking on big-budget powerhouses.

S3E1: David v Goliath

Cycling is a beautiful sport. It's also a nightmare for new fans to get into – a mess of jargon, history, and tactics, spread across a long and confusing calendar.

We are here to help. Journalism professor (and new cycling fan) Holly Johnson has questions, and Iain Treloar has answers (sometimes). Join us for the beginners' guide to pro cycling, as we break down what you need to know about the sport, and why.

Escape Collective is member-funded. If you like this podcast please consider supporting us by becoming a member: https://escapecollective.com/member/

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Cycling is a beautiful sport. It's also a nightmare for new fans to get into – a mess of jargon, history, and tactics, spread across a long and confusing calendar. We are here to help. Journalism professor (and new cycling fan) Holly Johnson has questions, and Iain Treloar has answers (sometimes). Join us for the beginners' guide to pro cycling, as we break down what you need to know about the sport, and why. Escape Collective is member-funded. If you like this podcast please consider supporting us by becoming a member: https://escapecollective.com/member/

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