The Domestiques

It’s a brand new year and The Domestiques delivers the ultimate preview to the Australian Road Championships in Perth.

Cycling’s “Mr WA” Matt Poyner tells us why the 2025 Road Nats will be special in every way.

His local knowledge of the spectacular city course is one reason why cycling supporters should be excited.

It’s a terrific way to kick off the new season.

The story of Rachel Neylan leaving her home in Sydney to pursue a career as a professional cyclist on the World Tour is fascinating.

She shares the path taken in creating a brilliant career and the sacrifices made in this fascinating episode of The Domestiques.

We also look back on the year that was in our final episode of 2024.

The many highs, the not-so-many lows and everything in between.

It’s been a terrific year of growth for The Domestiques and we wouldn’t be in such a high without our sponsors (Marsh insurance + Black Sheep) and our loyal listeners.

Thank you and see you in 2025!

It’s Hollywood and Tils in the studio today to catch up on some Australian stalwart events: the Tour de Bright and the Great Victorian Bike Ride. Hollywood breaks down his questionable diet and race report from Bright, whilst Tils opens up on how shes feeling post-diagnosis and working the Great Victorian Bike Ride. Plus the latest news in global cycling. Thanks to Black Sheep Performance Apparel and Marsh Insurance

Is cycling in Australia in a good place?

The Domestiques ask the question to Graham Seers, a former professional cyclist and Olympian, and now General Manager, Club Development for AusCycling.

All is not what it may seem.

Matilda shares her experiences competing in Australia’s premier gravel race and listen to why Sarah Gigante chooses to race off-road during the off season. And also we discuss some big life events.

We also go into the salaries of the big-name professionals, the transfer market is heating up, the 2025 Tour de France is released and the farewell race for Mark Cavendish.

It’s all here on The Domestiques.

In this episode of The Domestiques, a real treat!

Acclaimed Eurosport commentator, Carlton Kirby, is our special guest.

Hear what makes him tick.

His deep love and passion for world cycling.

Why he is so emotional when calling races?

And there’s his unique commentary style that draws a beloved global listening audience.

So many stories.

So many anecdotes.

Some yarns have never been told.

Carlton Kirby uncovered on The Domestiques.

Don’t miss it!

The Domestiques are thrilled to be joined by EF-Education Pro Cycling personality Harry Sweeny, on his YouTube cooking channel, living with Autism, and being a part of the last Golden Development era in Australian Cycling.

And what really happened to force the cancellation of the Bowral Classic?

The Domestiques is in support of Movember, with Black Sheep Cycling donating 1% of all their sales to increasing the awareness of Men's Mental Health and research into cancer. Thank you also to Marsh insurance. To find Harry's Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@HarrySweeny98

And Movember https://au.movember.com/support-us/challenges/dirty-warrny-ride

Today's episode is a very special one. Not only do we wrap up the final Monument of 2024, but it's also the first in a series of episodes partnering with Movember. Suicide is the leading cause of death in men aged 15 to 54 years. In Australia, 3 in 4 suicides are men. 1 in 5 Aussie men will receive a diagnosis of prostate cancer in their lifetime. Testicular cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men aged between 15 and 34 in Australia. Here at the Domestiques, we want to help do something about this, and we are partnering with Movember for the next month. Check on your mates, check yourself; for more information, click the link below. Don't forget that Black Sheep is now donating 1% of all proceeds to Movember as part of their Do Good Program.

https://au.movember.com/support-us/challenges/dirty-warrny-ride

The latest episode of The Domestiques is dedicated to the UCI Road World Championships and the performances of the Australian podium success at Zürich 2024.

The team dissects the gold medal ride from the man, the myth, the legend - Tadej Pogačar.

And we haven’t forgotten the outstanding year enjoyed by Grace Brown.

Three-time Australian national champion Luke Plapp joins us from his Girona base where he reveals his future plans and ambitions.

It’s a packed episode from the best podcast dedicated to world cycling.

The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Marsh Insurance

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The Domestiques pays tribute to the Aussie domination at La Vuelta. Ben O'Connor, Jay Vine, and Kaden Groves all appeared on the podium of the final Grand Tour of the year as Primoz Roglic silenced the doubters by claiming La Vuelta number 4. The team discussed the inspirational endurance journey of Lachlan Morton who is attempting to circumnavigate Australia on a bicycle. And the women’s peloton is in for a shakeup as the end of the season nears. Plenty to digest. Lots to unpack as the Aussies take centre stage in this episode of The Domestiques.

The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Marsh Insurance - and Bicycle Network.