Former professional cyclist Brent Bookwalter shares about his experiences before, during and after his career, the path that led him to pursue a graduate degree in psychology, why he passed on the calling of the holy spirit of gravel and how he landed the coveted Tour analyst gig.
Read MoreVeloworthy founder Brian Co has single-handedly built a dedicated following by profiling top cycling pros and providing an inside look at the world of gravel cycling that traditional media outlets have failed to capture. Now, Veloworthy is one of the most influential media properties in cycling.
Read MoreNot only was he runner up at Unbound Gravel 2022 - the world’s premiere gravel race - Keegan Swenson came back with a bang to snag first place in brutal conditions this year. The American cyclist, who rides for Santa Cruz Bicycles htSQD, is also the 2022 Lifetime Grand Prix series champion.
Read MoreAfter being forced to retire from professional cycling due to a series of concussions, Ian Boswell could have easily slipped into obscurity. Instead, he reinvented himself as a dominant force in the new world of gravel racing, won the 2021 Unbound Gravel - and he's not looking back.
Read MoreAlison Jackson, is a pro cyclist who has represented Canada in the Olympics, currently races for the UCI Women's WorldTeam EF Education–Tibco–SVB, and won the 2023 Paris-Roubaix Femmes. Along with her athletic accomplishments, Alison continues to create viral content that connects her to fans worldwide.
Read MoreEntrepreneur, scientist, and author Chris Case knows how to design a challenge. His company, Alter Exploration, curates intense, application-only custom cycling and trail running trips. Alter's experiences are built to test physical limits, foster emotional growth, and encourage mental evolution.
Read MoreAn elite level competitor in road, track and cycling esports, Zach has recently taken a slew of victories at the highest level of eracing on Zwift and MyWhoosh with the NeXT eSport presented by Enshored team. Zach joins host Andrew Vontz to talk about how he developed such a differentiated and effective approach as a writer, coach and top-level athlete, and how his study of human performance helped him rocket to the top of Zwift racing.
Read MoreAs a journalist and editor at top cycling outlets like VeloNews, BikeRadar, and Cycling Weekly, and director of content at FasCat Coaching, Ben Delaney's expertise led him to start his own venture - a YouTube channel called The Ride. Since its inception, The Ride has offered expert reviews on tires, bikes, and gear, as well as interviews and behind-the-scenes footage of some of the most challenging gravel races around. With a million views in just a year, it's clear that Ben has hit the mark.
Read MoreProfessional racing duo Syd Schulz and Macky Franklin are on a quest to race the best and most challenging mountain bike races in America, filming their adventures along the way to give viewers an unvarnished look at the reality of living on the road as professional cyclists. Syd and Macky join host Andrew Vontz to share how they went from amateur content creation to financial independence with YouTube, what it means to focus on the 10% things not the 1% things, and why basic rest and recovery are both the most important and least executed part of every training regiment.
Read MoreWhat does it take to excel in professional cycling while simultaneously becoming a YouTube sensation? Dylan Johnson is a renowned professional cyclist racing in the Lifetime Grand Prix gravel and mountain bike national series and the co-founder of Ignition Coaching Co. He has taken the cycling world by storm, not only with his skill on the bike but also with his popular YouTube videos dissecting exercise physiology, bike racing tactics, and the science behind getting faster.
Read MoreCycling has influenced Craig Dalton in business and life. He is the dynamic co-founder and CEO of DODOcase and DODOcase VR, and current VP of Portfolio a Founder in Residence at Collaborative Fund. He’s also the host of The Gravel Ride, a podcast that recently hit the one-million download mark.
Read MoreCameron is a Scottish professional cyclist and filmmaker who has amassed over 2.5 million views on YouTube documenting his experiences in cyclocross, road racing and mountain bike racing. Cameron joins host Andrew Vontz and Spencer Martin of Beyond the Peloton to talk about his rise as a filmmaker and cyclist, and how documenting races - and riding for fun - impacted his career.
Read MoreIn just a few short years, Kristen Faulkner went from working full time in venture capital and getting started in bike racing, to winning stages at the women’s Tour of Italy, taking second overall at the Tour de Suisse and third overall at the Tour of Norway with multiple stage victories along the way. The Harvard grad joins host Andrew Vontz and Spencer Martin of Beyond the Peloton for a conversation about the life experiences that have shaped her.
Read MoreClay Cooper (@discoverydeadlift) has hiked and deadlifted in over 180 unique locations across 10 states with his wife and kids. Clay joined host Andrew Vontz to talk about stereotypes surrounding anxiety and depression and how embracing your passions and doing difficult things can transform us into the most mentally and physically strong versions of ourselves.
Read MoreTobin Ortenblad is a member of Santa Cruz’s in-house endurance team, htSQD, with Keegan Swenson and Alexis Skarda. This year he joins the best cyclists in the country to compete in the Life Time Grand Prix, featuring seven iconic races on varying terrain. Andrew Vontz sits down with Tobin to talk about how cyclocross has changed and why more cyclists are moving toward gravel racing.
Read MoreChris Muniz, aka DJ Nightstalker, has been enchanting crowds with his signature sound since the late '90s. From warehouse raves to massive festivals like EDC Vegas and Nocturnal Wonderland, his impact on the drum and bass scene is undeniable. Join Chris as he sits down with host Andrew Vontz for a discussion on navigating the LA music scene, the challenges of striking harmony between his roles as a professor, husband, father, and music maker.
Read MoreAs a black belt and entrepreneur, Ben Kovacs wanted to make Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu more accessible. He founded Guardian Gym, a nonprofit dedicated to providing jiu-jitsu scholarships and training to young people around the world. Ben joins our host Andrew Vontz to discuss the intersection of good intentions and reality, and what it takes to build a lasting and effective nonprofit.
Read MoreBenji Naesen is a Belgian YouTuber who makes videos about gaming, cycling and his personal fitness journey. He’s also the co-host of the Lanterne Rouge cycling podcast, one of the most popular pro cycling podcasts in the world. Whether you love the Tour de France and Tom Boonen or have never heard the name Remco Evenepoel, Benji has an overflowing wisdom bank and this episode is full of gems. Plus, Spencer Martin of Beyond the Peloton podcast joins Andrew Vontz as co-host for the conversation.
Read MoreOn the day that “Suspect II: Vanished in the Snow” rose to top of the iTunes and Amazon podcast charts, co-creator Ashley Fantz was rolled into an operating room at Stanford for open-heart surgery. Ashley and Andrew Vontz talk about parenting, stress management, the creative process, the impact of operating in the true crime space and more.
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