4 THE LOVE OF POG

In this episode, Matthew, Lawrence and Stu are joined by the 'one and only' Tom Whalley. After quite a few false starts due to technical issues, they eventually chat about Mark Cavendish bringing to an end his glittering cycling career, ITV losing the Tour de France UK TV rights, and whether or not they will cross the Channel for the Lille Stage in TDF 2025, Plus, Lawrence reviews Ned Boulting's l...

In this episode, Matthew, Lawrence and Stu discuss the London 3 Day track cycling event. But it's less about the actual cycling, and more about pale ale, 'principled conversations', and a hunt for vegetarian food. Get in touch X @4theloveofpog 4theloveofpog@gmail.com

In this episode, Matthew and Lawrence talk mostly about Pog's incredible ride in the World Championships Road Race 2024. But also a little bit about frogs, salamanders and 1980s TV programmes. Get in touch X @4theloveofpog 4theloveofpog@gmail.com

In this episode, Matthew and Lawrence get very excited indeed about Tom Pidcock's astonishing ride in the Paris 2024 Olympic Mountain Bike race. Get in touch X @4theloveofpog 4theloveofpog@gmail.com

After dissecting England's quarter final performance at Euro 2024, Matthew, Lawrence, Andy and Stu eventually talk about Stages 1-9 (but mainly Stage 9 on the gravel) of the Tour de France 2024: Pog in yellow, Girmay in Green, Cav's stage win record and an angry Remco. Team Visma | Lease a bike's jersey gets the Kit Crit treatment and they also lament missing out on yet more cycling events And at...

In this episode, Matthew, Lawrence, Andy and Stu talk about the lack of cycling references in any of the party manifestos for the UK General Election 2024. They also talk about the cycling documentary 'Chase the Sun', the knighthood for Mark Cavendish, Matthew's Bradley Wiggins story, and some of the recent racing (which they haven't really watched). And there's yet more controversy in AOB... Get...

In this episode, Matthew, Lawrence and Stuart talk about the latest Critical Mass London bike ride. They also celebrate (and moan about) World Bicycle Day, 10 years of mini-Hollands in the UK and Pog's Giro d'Italia success. And in the latest of his post-hip-op Field Notes, Andy reveals he is back on his Brompton. Get in touch X @4theloveofpog 4theloveofpog@gmail.com

In this episode, Matthew, Lawrence and Stuart talk about Pog's performance so far at the Giro d'Italia. They also talk about Lawrence meeting the King (kind of) and get very animated and annoyed at the new UK cycling law. And in the latest of his post-hip-op Field Notes, Andy reveals he is back on a real bike at last. Get in touch X @4theloveofpog 4theloveofpog@gmail.com

This special episode is a diary of a ride: Lawrence's London to York. Lawrence was alongside 19 others cycling the Gallery2Gallery Ride - 300 miles over 3 days - as part of the National Gallery's bicentenary celebrations. And at the same time raising money for the National Brain Appeal. Lawrence's story is not just about cycling, but also about getting lost, lorries, potholes, philosophical though...

In this 1st Birthday episode of the podcast, Matthew, Lawrence, Andy and Stu talk about Pog's powerful win at Liège-Bastogne-Liège. Andy provides some important Field Notes from Hammersmith. Lawrence reveals the latest news about his car (and microphone) repatriation from North Wales to South-East London. And about the finals preparations for his London to York charity ride. Riding London to York...

In this episode, Matthew, Lawrence, Andy and Stu talk about the men's and women's Amstel Gold races. They also reflect on Paris Roubaix and the crashes at the Tour of the Basque Country. The latest developments in the Hammersmith Bridge saga are the subject of the Policy Parlour feature. Lawrence tells us about his upcoming London to York charity ride (link below). And Matthew 'reviews' and recomm...

In this episode, Matthew, Lawrence, Andy and Stu talk about Mathieu van der Poel's win at the Tour of Flanders after the chaos on the Koppenberg. Lawrence submits some more Field Notes - this time from North Wales - about e-bike batteries and pot holes. But quite rightly, a good chunk of time is spent talking about Andy's very welcome news... Get in touch X @4theloveofpog 4theloveofpog@gmail.com

In this episode, Matthew, Lawrence, Andy and Stu talk about the epic race that was Milan-Sanremo and the many P's involved - Pidders, van der Poel, Pedersen, and of course the beloved Pog. A new feature makes its debut - Amsterdam Angle - with 'listener Steve' giving us his perspective on cycling in the Dutch capital. Team Visma Lease a Bike's TT helmets get the Kit Crit treatment. And Matthew sha...

In this episode, Matthew, Lawrence, Andy and Stu talk about Pog's wonderful performance at Strade Bianche. And in a battle of the features - 'Policy Parlour and Bikes v Cars - they also talk about the UK government's plans to increase the power of e-bikes. Plus, they have a good old moan about the names of cycling teams. And Alpecin-Deceuninck's 'double denim' is the subject of the latest 'Kit Cri...

In this episode, Matthew, Lawrence, Andy and Stu talk about the plans to Save Brixton Cycles. They also talk about Hammersmith Bridge reopening for cycling, Remco's form in the recent races, and pose the all-important question: where's Pog? And Matthew tries his very best Chris Morris impression - twice. Save Brixton Cycles Crowdfunder

In this episode Matthew, Lawrence, Andy and Stuart talk about Mathieu van der Poel's crushing victory in the World Cyclocross Championships. There's an update on the trip to 'watch the Tour of Flanders', including the launch of a competition, with an amazing prize for a lucky listener! See below. And there's a partial conversation about the problems with the Cycle to Work scheme, cut short by some...

In this episode Matthew, Lawrence, Andy and Stuart talk about Dave Brailsford's departure from INEOS and his somewhat bizarre decision to spend more time with Manchester United. They also talk about the Tour Down Under, Andy's hip and National Pothole Day - yes, really. There's the now regular Cyclocross Corner and Gravel Stretch features. And a surprise 'live from Canada' for Bike v Cars.

In this episode Matthew, Lawrence, Andy and Stu talk about their 'Festive 50km' ride in Richmond Park and the recording of it that never was. Three new items make their controversial debuts: Cyclocross Corner, Gravel Stretch and Bike versus Car. And there are some personal cycling New Year resolutions and pro-peloton predictions for 2024.

In this episode, Matthew, Lawrence and Andy talk about the news that the Beloved Pog will ride the Giro D'Italia in 2024. And they are in festive mood too. They talk about Christmas chocolate, Christmas cycling gifts and rather rashly announce their own Festive 50km ride. And as is customary, there's quite a bit of looking things up on the internet.

In this episode, Matthew, Lawrence and Stuart talk about the controversial plans to overhaul the men's European cycling calendar. They also talk about the Giro and Tour routes for 2024 and London's most dangerous road junction for cycling. Plus, they lament the loss of cycling brand Islabikes.

In this rather ramshackle episode, Matthew, Lawrence, Andy and Stuart look back on Pog's swashbuckling win in Il Lombardia. They also talk about bike theft, cycling without saddles, Stuart's old 1980s Raleigh and whether or not they like cyclocross. Plus, they question the entire reasoning behind school half-term breaks and if darts is really just mini-javelin. There's also talk of watching some c...

In this episode, Matthew, Lawrence and Stuart are in slightly misty and mellow fruitfulness mode. They talk about the Ride of the Falling Leaves and the Race of the Falling Leaves. One in Italy, the other in Kent! They also talk about Rog leaving Jumbo and Sagan calling time on his road racing career. But mainly about whether it's time to finally ditch their cars.

In this episode, Matthew, Lawrence and Andy vent about Jumbo Visma at La Vuelta. And how they might have been wrong about Remco. They also talk about how much they are looking forward to the return of Pog at Il Lombardia. And they answer an important question: are they responsible for the closure of local bike shops?

In this episode, Matthew, Lawrence, Stuart and Andy talk mainly about La Vuelta. And ponder if, after 11 stages, the GC battle has finally got going. They also ponder why they don't get that excited about the Tour of Britain. Plus, there’s talk of 'holiday cycling', cheese, red trousers and the quality of tomatoes in UK supermarkets.

There's a different style and flavour to this episode. Dialing in from Croatia, France, Italy and Kent (!) with their audio postcards, Matthew, Lawrence, Andy and Stuart share their predictions for La Vuelta 2023. And of course, there's plenty of sidetracking and veering off on tangents.