In 2012 I suffered a life changing spinal cord injury leaving me with 15% muscle function but an open mind, asking new questions and igniting a newfound perspective, passion for life, health, relationships and meaningful work. As a speaker and pharmacist I am motivated to help others live more healthful, purposeful, courageous, fulfilling lives. Join me as I explore the journeys of people finding the magic in the messiness, everyday heroes and leaders they share insights and perspectives to ...
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We share tips, strategies & insights on how you can use cycling as a tool for health, for happiness & longevity. World Tour riders, authors & academics - every weekday.
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One-to-one conversations between Sean O'Rourke and well-known individuals. Featured guests are prominent in public service, culture, sport and business and these long-form conversations explore their motivations, achievements and regrets; in short, what made them the people they are.
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The DODcast features a wide range of interesting guests from every walk of life. It previews the stories of ordinary people who have done extra-ordinary things in an effort to allow the listener to recognise their own true potential in life. Major themes include: - Health Promotion - Personal Development - Human Endeavour - Optimistic Realism Its time for ~The DODcast
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Donncha O’Callaghan chats and has the craic with industry insiders, gets great tips on how to improve business and takes a peek behind the scenes at Chadwicks.
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Today Anthony and Sarah breakdown Stage 4 of La Vuelta. Today was a day for the GC riders as they entered the mountains and tackled those crazy 20% gradients. WHOOP Your health underpins EVERYTHING you do in life, and WHOOP helps you understand and proactively improve it through 24/7 monitoring. Go to join.whoop.com/Roadman to get a free mo…
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Today Sarah and Anthony talk about the drama that unfolded in Stage 3 of La Vuelta Espana. WHOOP Your health underpins EVERYTHING you do in life, and WHOOP helps you understand and proactively improve it through 24/7 monitoring. Go to join.whoop.com/Roadman to get a free month’s WHOOP membership on me! …
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In todays episode we bring you our live podcast following La Vuelta Espana. But Anthony and Sarah couldn't but open the podcast without talking about the final day of the Tour de France Femme and the drama that unfolded on Alp d'Huez! WHOOP Your health underpins EVERYTHING you do in life, and WHOOP helps you understand and proactively improve it th…
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It’s been revealed that Americas Anti Doping Agency (USADA) has been using undercover agents/athletes to spy on team mates that dope. The World governing body (WADA) has come out to say that it does not support these actions. Anthony and Sarah discuss this plus loads more listener questions! WHOOP Your health underpins EVERYTHING you do in life, an…
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Lucas Clarke joins Anthony today to chat with him about his record breaking time in the famous Race Across America. This is one of the most gruelling endurance events in the world and Lucas shares the story about this monumental achievement. WHOOP Your health underpins EVERYTHING you do in life, and WHOOP helps you understand and proactively improv…
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Today Anthony chats with Rosa Klöser. Rosa clinched victory in a thrilling sprint finish at the 2024 UNBOUND 200, setting the fastest women's time on record. Despite a flat tire and a fall, she managed to overcome a two-minute deficit, ultimately crossing the finish line in first place. Rosa's story is unique in that she is only started competitive…
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In todays Rider Support a listener writes in with a really interesting question - what are the 5 things that top coaches agree you should NEVER do. We also talk about Canyons new Aeroad bike, what to do about the club mate who keeps crashing and loads more listener questions. WHOOP Sarah and I have been using WHOOP for years and use the data it pro…
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Today, Anthony chats with Payson McElveen, an off-road endurance cyclist and mountain bike cross-country marathon rider. Payson is a U.S. national champion and a two-time winner of the renowned Leadville 100. Despite his impressive athletic achievements, Payson aims to impact the sport in various ways. Through his podcast, "The Adventure Stache," a…
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In today's episode Anthony gives us a look back to Mark Cavendish's record breaking career. Anthony chronicles his professional life from his early days racing on the Isle of Man, his teams and struggles on his journey to become The Greatest Sprinter Of All Time. WHOOP Sarah and I have been using WHOOP for years and use the data it provide every da…
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Are you over trained? What are the signs? What are the most comfortable cycling shoes and THAT performance enhancing drink the pros swear by ... and it's backed up in science! WHOOP Sarah and I have been using WHOOP for years and use the data it provide every day to track our metrics. Your health underpins EVERYTHING you do in life, and WHOOP helps…
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Today, we’re tackling a common challenge for cyclists: diet and weight loss. My goal is to create a definitive guide on how cyclists can lose weight effectively. We’ll start by discussing metabolism and the pitfalls of yo-yo dieting. I’m excited to introduce Dr. Kyle Pfaffenbach, a Nutrition Consultant and Associate Professor at Eastern Oregon Univ…
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Todays guest is Jérémie Debeuf who is the Head Of Product at Van Rysel bikes. The cycling community has been totally captivated by the new kid in town - Decathlon World Tour cycling and the success they have had in the peloton on these bikes. Van Rysel have totally overhauled their production of what was previously viewed as a budget bike and produ…
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What is the real reason Tadej Pogacar is snubbing the Olympic games? Anthony and Sarah chat about the reasons he is skipping the games. Plus, does a bike that's a couple of hundred milligrams heavier really make much of a difference on climbing performance, how do you execute the perfect taper, how to do an unsupported 300km ride and loads more! …
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Keirin is a form of motor-paced cycle racing originating from Japan. It involves track cycling where riders sprint for victory following a controlled start behind a motorized or non-motorized pacer. It's a really fun event and one that our guest today is passionate about bringing to cycling fans all over the world. James Pope is the CEO of DerbyWhe…
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Dylan Johnson joins Anthony for todays podcast. Dylan is always such a popular guest on the show but even more so now after his top ten result in the biggest gravel race in the world Unbound. Dylan is known for his incredible attention to details and today he shares some of his insights to how you can go faster and further on your bike. …
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Is Pogacar Vs Vingegaard the biggest rivalry ever in the history of cycling ? Bigger than Lance and Ulrich? LeMond and Hinault? Today Anthony and Sarah chat about this plus all the highlights from the final stage of the wonderful Tour de France. Pillar Performance…
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Everyone is talking about Pogacar and the narrative doing the rounds about him being too greedy. Today was a chance to answer those critics with a touch of class maybe and gift Jonas the stage. Does Anthony think that the old traditions of the sport should be upheld or is it time for a new outlook. This plus all the breakdown from Stage 20. …
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Lance Armstrong is back giving his opinion on Pogacar and how his dominance in this years Tour de France is harming his future career, Sarah and Anthony chat about this PLUS more on fuelling strategies, Matteo Jorgenson's professional rise and all the breakdown from Stage 19! Pillar Performanc…
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No stage wins for INEOS AGAIN. It’s the worst performance of INEOS (formerly Team Sky) in many years. Anthony and Sarah also chat about the 3rd season of Netflix’s Unchained Documentary, plus all the details of how Stage 18 unfolded. Pillar Performance…
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Is Pogacar actively trying to help Remco beat Jonas in this Tour de France? And is there friendship going to effect the outcome of the podium. We also discuss those Carbon Monoxide rebreather allegations plus give a reaction to all the excitement of stage 17! Pillar Performance…
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In our special Tour de France daily episode we chat about rumours that Cavendish held on to cars on the way up the last climb in order to make the time cut! That plus loads more analysis of Stage 16! Pillar Performance If you'…
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S4 Ep10: Competing on Boxing's Biggest Stage with Jack Marley & Michael Carruth
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In the season finale of Under Construction with Chadwicks host Donncha O’Callaghan chats to Irish heavyweight boxer and Chadwicks brand ambassador Jack Marley as well as the first ever Irish boxer to win Olympic gold, Michael Carruth. The episode launches as Jack completes his final preparations to compete on boxing's biggest stage and fight at the…
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We are covering the final week of the tour de France with daily podcasts chatting about that days stage. Today we chat about the tactical disaster from Team Visma Lease A Bike that has potentially handed the Tour de France win to Pogacar. Loads more insights from todays stage including the time cut, sprint line deviations and more on THAT crisp thr…
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On this weeks Rider Support a listener is struggling to shift weight and wants Anthonys advice. Anthony and Sarah also talk about a controversial article about Mark Cavendish, UCI Protocols for head injuries and THAT Tour de France gravel stage. Pillar Performance…
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On today's show Anthony chats to Alex Wild. Alex is a gravel cyclist and competes in the Lifetime Grand Prix. The thin that sets Alex appart from many of his competitors is that he also works full time so today's chat is focused around how the average rider can train effectively even if they are really time crunched. …
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Today, we have a special guest who needs no introduction. Alex Dowsett, former professional cyclist and record-holder and following a distinguished professional career, Alex has continued his journey in the cycling world as an amateur. In today's video, we delve into his experiences and the invaluable lessons he's learned from the professional circ…
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What are the top pieces of advice that Anthony has gotten from all the elite level coaches that he has spoken to? Well, in this weeks Rider Support he talks about this and gives you all the information on how to get faster. There's loads more questions too - What to do if you find your handlebars tangled with another riders, how does the team suppo…
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Today we chat to Andrea Parish, Chair of Cycling Time Trials in the UK. Andrea is a fervent advocate for time trialling, a discipline integral to cycling history. Originating in the late 19th century due to restrictions on mass-start races, time trialling has become a distinctive and valued part of cycling culture. Andrea brings a wealth of knowled…
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Today, we have a truly special guest, someone who has significantly shaped the world of gravel cycling – Ted King. Ted is not only a former professional World Tour road cyclist, but he has also become one of the top gravel racers in the world. He is a pioneer in the gravel cycling discipline, defining and expanding this niche sport. His journey has…
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This Weeks Rider Support focuses on all your Tour de France Questions! Who is going to win, what are the unmissable stages and loads more! Pillar Performance If you're ready to elevate your performance and sleep quality, why not give PILL…
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S4 Ep9: Modern Farming in Ireland: The Essential Trade Skills with John Hodnett and Glyn Egan
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In this episode of our award winning podcast host Donncha O’Callaghan chats to farmer and carpenter Glyn Egan (‘Sheep Shepherd’) and Munster Rugby Player John Hodnett about their experiences of modern farming life. Glyn, who is an eighth generation hill farmer on the Cork and Kerry border, first worked as a carpenter in Australia and New Zealand, b…
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Todays we dive into the fascinating world of heat training with Andy McGraw. Andy, the Vice President of CORE brings his expert insights into the benefits and science behind heat training. We'll explore how this innovative training method can lead to significant performance gains, even for amateur cyclists. Andy will break down how the CORE sensor …
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On today's podcast Anthony chats with Gerard Donnelly. Gerrard is the host of another amazing podcast - The Get Fast Podcast. Which is A Triathlon and Cycling podcast dedicated to help improve you as an athlete. Gerrard is an expert Triathlon coach and Australian Ironman Champion and gives us his fantastic insights to make you a better cyclist. …
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On this weeks Rider Support listeners write in with their questions on how to get into a more aero position on the bike, the proper way to execute zone 2 rides and does Anthony think that Mark Cavendish will break the Tour de France stage record? Loads more questions plus a few laughs on Rider Support! P…
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Todays guest is Louise Vardeman, Louise is one of the remarkable Team Internation Elles riders and a Great Britain athlete. Team Internation Elles is a group of women cyclists that rode the full Tour de France route back in 2019 to campaign for a women's race. Louises' passion is getting more people on bikes, especially women & she is at the forefr…
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In todays episode Anthony sits down with Dr Allen Lim. Dr Allen has been one of the key actors in helping cycling emerge from the dark "Armstrong" days. In his role as the team physiologist for Team Garmin he didn't even entertain that doping should be a solution, this sparked innovation because he had to make up that performance deficit by innovat…
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Today, we’re joined by Dr. Kevin Stone, a leading orthopedic surgeon and innovator in sports medicine. We’ll discuss common injuries as we age and how to prevent them, the best training balance, and the role of supplements. Dr. Stone will share his holistic approach, including mindfulness and stress management, and offer advice for breaking free fr…
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Colin O'Brady returns to the podcast after his hit appearance a few months ago. Colin is an adventurer with so many world records in so many disciplines including rowing across Drake Passage but this time he's turning his attention to cycling and taking on The Race Across America in an attempt to beat the world record. …
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Bryan Dobson retired last month after 37 years in the RTÉ newsroom. Bryan reflects on his career and shares his view on the future of journalism.توسط RTÉ
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After Lachlan Mortons win at the biggest gravel race of the yesr, Unbound, a listener wants to know some of the skills he can learn from the champion. Sarah and Anthony chat about how the gravel scene has changed so much in the last few years and discuss if the "Spirit" of gravel is well and truly dead. Other listeners have questions around mindset…
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S4 Ep8: The Soaring Success of MMA in Ireland with Coach John Kavanagh
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In this episode of the award-winning Under Construction podcast, Donncha is joined by mixed martial arts (MMA) coach John Kavanagh. Throughout the episode, Coach Kavanagh delves into the crucial role he has played in fostering the growth of MMA in Ireland, including his own journey into the sport, switching career paths from engineering to opening …
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Today, we chat with Richard Young whose PhD is in medical science. Richard is a specialist in high-performance systems. Today we delve into creating and standardizing processes to achieve consistent top results. In sports, medals and trophies are the outcomes, but what defines a high-performance system? How can these results be consistently reprodu…
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Gerry Hussey is a performance psychologist, author and co-founder of Soul Space. He has been at the forefront of building teams and individuals in Olympic and Professional sport and corporate organisations for 20 years. He tells Sean how he prepares top-level sports and business teams for successتوسط RTÉ
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Today, we're joined by one of the world's top ultra-endurance cyclists, Leigh Timmis. Leigh has cycled 70,000 kilometres around the globe over seven years but has recently shifted his focus to breaking records. He set the Guinness World Record for the fastest cycle across Europe, completing it in just 16 days, beating the previous record by eight d…
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On todays podcast we explore the intersection of neuroscience and sports performance with Dr Scott Frey who is an internationally renowned cognitive neuroscientist and endurance athlete. How do those split second victories like Michael Phelps or Mark Cavendish happen. What part of the brain is activated to achieve these moments of glory and ability…
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Former prisoner, triathlete, coach and mentor for young offenders, Ger Redmond tells Sean about his childhood, his dreams of becoming a pro footballer, joining a gang, his time in prison and the importance of changing the generational shift.توسط RTÉ
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Matt Beers is one of the best gravel cyclists in the world & has won Cape Epic three times. He then turned his attention to other goals, among them, the Lifetime Grand Prix Series. Matt joins us today from training camp where he is training with Keegan Swenson and preparing for the biggest gravel race of them all - Unbound. Matt talks about what th…
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Dan Martin is one of the top world class pro cyclists of the last decade. Winner of stages in the Tour de France, Giro d'Italia and the Vuelta a España and many one day classics races such as Liège-Bastogne-Liège. Dan also opens up about the low points and that famous crash that happened just meters from claiming his 2nd Liège-Bastogne-Liège win. …
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What happens when you completely change your training and fitness ethos. Well Anthony did just that a few months ago and a listener wants to know if there has been many benefits. Other listeners write in to pick Sarah and Anthony's brains about what supplements you need to be taking, strava cheaters and how does Sarah deal with on-line hate. …
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Peter Murtagh is an award-winning, journalist and author. He spent almost 40 years in newspapers (working for The Irish Times and the Sunday Tribune in Ireland, and the Sunday Times and The Guardian in the UK) before retiring in 2019. He reflects on some of the big stories he has covered, and how he travelled from Chile to Alaska on his motorbike.…
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