{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/670ba905df4dd6f8961b7968/688613f870a3f95d45dc428b?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Keep Rolling","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/670ba905df4dd6f8961b7968/1753617345094-39fdc2e1-5a66-4c92-9213-3405fefbd253.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Welcome to the Common Ground Podcast, where we offer a bite-sized overview of current topics in media, sports, entertainment, and technology. In this episode, we dive into professional road cycling. Host Roger covers the basics of road cycling, highlighting different disciplines such as sprints, climbs, and time trials. The discussion also outlines the structure and roles within cycling teams, the major Grand Tours (Tour de France, Giro d'Italia, Vuelta a España), and the strategies used in races. Key cyclists like Tadej Pogačar, Jonas Vingegaard, and emerging talent Remco Evenepoel are mentioned. The episode concludes with a thought-provoking question for cycling fans about future competitors.</p><p>00:00 Welcome to the Common Ground Podcast</p><p>00:24 Introduction to Professional Road Cycling</p><p>01:49 Major Races in Professional Cycling</p><p>03:34 Team Dynamics and Strategies</p><p>06:09 Top Cyclists to Watch</p><p>09:00 Engaging with Fellow Cycling Fans</p><p>10:31 Conclusion and Listener Engagement</p>","author_name":"David dela Cruz & Roger Merzian"}