The WMN Podcast

The WMN Podcast

This podcast is for women, by women. It's a celebration of everything we love about life on the bike. Produced by Black Sheep, join hosts Sheridan Braatvedt and Ex-Pro Georgie Howe, two inspiring, resilient and passionate women as they speak with like-minded people from around the world.

Episodes

Episode 22: The WMN Podcast Returns with Georgie Howe

May 14, 2025 • 51 mins

In the return episode of The WMN Podcast, new hosts Sheridan Braatvedt and Ex-Pro Georgie Howe kick things off with a raw, wide-ranging conversation about Georgie’s unexpected journey from elite rowing to pro cycling. They explore the gritty realities of team dynamics, burnout, body image, and redefining success beyond the podium. From Princeton to pro pelotons, and Zwift races to Roubaix, Georgie opens up about her evolution as an...

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Episode 21: Ep. 21. The Mental and Physical Extremities of Endurance Cycling

October 20, 2021 • 48 mins

In Episode 21 of the Love Women’s Cycling Podcast, hosts Bridget and Faz chat with three Melbourne based Endurance Cyclists about their experience with mental health on the saddle, and both the short, and long-term impacts that come with the sport. They also discuss how this type of cycling provides a safe mental-haven and an escape from the rush of everyday life.

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Episode 20: Ep. 20. The Unspoken Truths of Women’s Specific Product

September 9, 2021 • 40 mins

In Episode 20 of the Love Women’s Cycling Podcast, hosts Bridget and Faz chat with Black Sheep founder John Polson and ex Sigma Social Media Manager, Lucy Mannal, on the current state of play in women’s cycling products. They discuss the lack of development within the women's sector, but also the positive steps some brands are making internally to provide a product that addresses the issues that are specific to women cyclists.
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Episode 19: Ep. 19. Making Gains From Your Menstrual Cycle.

June 7, 2021 • 41 mins
In todays episode we speak with Dr Tara Neyland, Osteopath and founder of Bloody Great Cycles. Not only do we love her for that double pun. But for her commitment to making information on the female menstrual cycle accessible to all. And for educating women on how to become empowered by their cycle both in training and life.

Tara said “It’s 2021! Bleeding isn’t disgusting! And periods aren’t just a sign that we’re not pregna...
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Episode 18: Ep. 18. New Age Feminism

April 2, 2021 • 34 mins
Florence Broadhurst stood for strength in character. With a staunch business focus and flamboyant lifestyle in a very young Australia, at a time of male dominance and working-class values, Florence Said - ‘I’d always been told that I was born before my time. Oh, surely to God, the times can just catch up.’

In this episode of WMN Podcast, we discuss what New Age Feminism is and what it means to different women of different ag...
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Episode 17: Ep.17. Cultivating Community

December 21, 2020 • 38 mins
If you’ve ever been a part of a women’s cycling group, I bet you were drawn in by the sense of community. I’m talking about the living life together, turning up to a group ride without worrying about how high your socks are, or sitting beside a girlfriend on a ride knowing that each others company is just what you needed, helping another friend learn how to use cleats or change a tyre for the first time , knowing it doesn’t matter ...
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Ep16. Conversation Peace.

October 9, 2020 • 25 mins
We asked husband and wife duo and friends of Black Sheep, Luke McKew and Hayley Wilson, to discuss what cycling means to them and why as a family, even with Hayley as non-cyclist, they've embraced the bike. Putting aside the obvious physiological benefits of exercise, the release of endorphins, vitamin D and general health benefits of being active, Luke talks profoundly about a more significant side of cycling. How riding with your...
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Episode 15. Debating the Benefits of a Digital Detox.

September 25, 2020 • 30 mins
As women in our community who have been involved with and are passionate about the Man Ride, we asked friends of the family Bridget Slocum and Faz Zamani to have an open discussion about digital detoxing. In a day and age where social media and communication has increasingly become an overburdening distraction, and, as recreational athletes, we put our physical health above all else, the women ask: ’Is it time to prioritise our men...
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Episode 14. All things Off-Road

September 8, 2020 • 34 mins
In this month's episode, we talk all things off-road with Briony Mattocks and Ella Bloor from our Specialized Women’s Racing team. This podcast is definitely pro tree-hugger friendly. Briony even talks about being at one with nature (no, not that kind). But the wallaby dodging, native-bird spotting, mud-splattering kind. In fact, both women eulogise about the freedom of off-road. "As soon as you are off-road all those nagging, unwr...
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Episode 13. Coffee Ride with Jessica Allan: Finding Productivity in Crisis

June 23, 2020 • 34 mins
In the latest episode of the WMN Podcast, we sat down with Australian professional cyclist, Jessica Allan. It’s still a novelty to be able to have a coffee together, face to face, now that COVID-19 restrictions have been eased here in Spain, the country Jess now calls home. Jess has moved through life with determination. Making her way to the pinnacle of professional female cycling has had its challenges. And once she got there, s...
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Episode 12. Coffee Ride with Ella Bloor and Matilda Raynolds: Going Virtual

May 5, 2020 • 31 mins
In today's podcast we listen in as two Specialized Women’s Racing teammates Ella Bloor from Canberra and Matilda Raynolds of Melbourne have a chat over the phone about life as they know it right now. Less racing and more home time has allowed both these women to find other passions, as well as reinvent themselves (and their avatars) in the virtual peloton. 

We even go behind the scenes as Matilda gives drops some live commen...
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Episode 11. Coffee Ride with Bridget Slocum & Faz Zamani: Finding Social Connection from Home

April 15, 2020 • 27 mins
In our current reality of social distancing, it’s important to find ways to maintain our social connections, something we normally get a good dose of by simply riding our bike with friends. As Covid-19 begins to have a greater impact on Australia, this is the position Bridget Slocum and Faz Zamani, Black Sheep WMN Ambassadors, find themselves in right now.

They caught up for a wine, from a distance, to share how Face'wining'...
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Episode 10. Coffee Ride with Gemma Sampson: Fuelling Good Health Through Food.

April 1, 2020 • 19 mins
Coffee Ride is a new Love Women's Cycling Podcast mini series brought to you by Black Sheep. It’s our way of staying connected with you on a more regular basis with bite size chunks, perfect for your mid-morning brew break.

We're kicking off this new series with an interview with Gemma Sampson, an Advanced Sports Dietician to elite and amateur endurance athletes. In a climate where immunity and disease are a hot topic, Gemm...
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Episode 9. Dame Sarah Storey: Mother first. Athlete second.

March 16, 2020 • 43 mins
Fourteen Paralympic Golds, 38 world titles and 76 new world records. And now, at 42, Tokyo will be her first Paralympics as a mother of two. Dame Sarah Storey is the most successful female British Paralympian of all time and more importantly, mother to two gorgeous little people – Louisa and Charlie Storey.

Sarah credits her biggest achievement in sport to being able to come back after two pregnancies, securing two titles at...
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Episode 8. Where Life & Sport Meet

December 18, 2019 • 43 mins
Specialized and Black Sheep will once again join forces in support of Specialized Women's Racing for 2020. As the team moves into its eighth year of racing, their vision, winning spirit and companionship remain stronger than ever. During the team launch in December, we spoke with the riders to get a sense of how sport has made them the athlete and individual they are today.
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Episode 7. - Getting the most out of your Body.

November 19, 2019 • 56 mins
In today's episode I met up with three successful women, with three different passions, that all call Girona, Spain home. Sport is what connects Kat Stene, Gemma Sampson and Laura Siddall together and with its growing athlete population, Girona has an increased need for professional infrastructure to support its athlete population. We spoke about a variety of topics from fuelling during training to pelvic function and stability. 
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Episode 6. Being a Successful Woman in a Man's World

October 22, 2019 • 41 mins
From the men’s pro peloton to the women’s, British-born photographer Jojo Harper has made her mark in the photography and cycling arena, two industries dominated heavily by males.

A softly spoken, quick-witted young woman, with a great eye and an even greater heart, Jojo spoke about her experiences in the professional peloton. The differences between shooting male and female professional cyclists, and what it’s like being ap...
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Episode 5. An interview with Lauretta Hanson

August 1, 2019 • 25 mins
In Episode 5, we caught up with Lauretta Hanson from the newly established Women’s WorldTour team – Trek-Segafredo. A little nervous but full of enthusiasm, the WMN Podcast had a humble and genuine conversation with this 24-year-old Australian. With a passion for travel and having discovered a sheer enjoyment for cycling aged eight, Lauretta has forged her way to the top of the sport through patience, hard work and always finding a...
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Episode 4. The Value of Role Models and Women’s Leadership in Cycling

May 22, 2019 • 40 mins
For most in the cycling world, Katey Bates is a household name. A phenomenal athlete both on the track and on the road and all an inspiring women who, even after being forced off the bike at the pinnacle of her career, continues to strive for success in the male-dominated industry of cycling. A likeable and inspiring mother of two young girls, Katey spoke to Nicole Moerig about what she felt led to her many successes in her career....
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Episode 3. How Women's Cycling is Being used as a Vehicle for Change

April 24, 2019 • 34 mins
We change pace on the Love Women's Cycling Podcast this month. Stepping away from the business of being a female cyclist and asking what it means when the bike becomes a cultural symbol. To explore the subject, we caught up with Farinaz Zamani, an avid cyclist with a passion for women's rights.

Faz grew up in Iran and moved to Australia with her family in her early teens. She now lives in Melbourne and is currently studying ...
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