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Sigma Sports Unplugged with Matt Stephens

Sigma Sports Unplugged with Matt Stephens

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 Sigma Sports is proud to present Matt Stephens Unplugged, a regular catch-up with cycling’s favourite character, Matt Stephens, as he chats with special guests and explores the bowels of his own fruity mind. With lots of surprises along the way, the route-map has been torn up; so who knows what direction we’re going in, or where we’ll end up! www.sigmasports.com/podcastSigma Sport Ltd 709280
Episodes
  • Niels Vandeputte on winning the Belgian Gravel Champsionships and Chasing a Cross Jersey

    Niels Vandeputte on winning the Belgian Gravel Champsionships and Chasing a Cross Jersey
    Apr 17 2026
    Belgian cyclocross star Niels Vandeputte joins Matt Stephens to unpack a huge season of 40 races, breakthrough podiums, and the challenge of going head-to-head with legends like Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert. The Alpecin-Premier Tech Development Team rider shares insights into the demands of elite cyclocross racing, how training camps and setbacks shaped his form, and why consistency might be his greatest strength. They also dive into his Belgian gravel championship win, ambitions on the road, and the long-term goal of earning another coveted championship jersey - this time in cyclocross! www.sigmasports.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Carlton Kirby on French Biscuit Factories and Emotional Crescendos

    Carlton Kirby on French Biscuit Factories and Emotional Crescendos
    Apr 3 2026
    Carlton Kirby chats to Matt Stephens about their first encounter in the Eurosport commentary booth together over 10 years ago. His love of cycling might have been born in a French biscuit factory, but it was in the years after that summer job that saw him DJ in Tuvalu, become a breakfast broadcaster, and have an unfortunate encounter with the world’s biggest dog. If you think Matt is tangential, just wait till you hear some of Carlton’s stories! Warm, funny, and full of behind-the-scenes detail, this episode offers a unique look at the voices behind the racing and the stories that keep fans coming back for more. www.sigmasports.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Anders Mielke on Breaking Into Cycling Media and Chasing Cobbles with Mads Pedersen

    Anders Mielke on Breaking Into Cycling Media and Chasing Cobbles with Mads Pedersen
    Mar 20 2026
    Sports broadcaster and journalist Anders Mielke joins Matt Stephens to share his journey from junior cyclist in Denmark to one of the most exciting young voices in cycling media. Anders reflects on the moment he realised a pro career wasn’t for him, how he built a podcast from scratch, and the path that led him to the commentary booth. He also lifts the lid on creating Chasing Cobbles, his behind-the-scenes documentary with Mads Pedersen, offering a unique insight into trust, storytelling and life inside the pro peloton. And in the hometown quiz, we witness a standout performance with a uniquely Danish twist. www.sigmasports.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 10 mins
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