The One with Sam Taylor and Sue Taylor-Franklin episode artwork

EPISODE · Jan 6, 2021 · 33 MIN

The One with Sam Taylor and Sue Taylor-Franklin

from The LGBT Sport Podcast · host BBC Radio Cornwall

We’re kicking off 2021 in style on the podcast with two top guests who just happen to be Britain’s strongest couple.Sam Taylor and Sue-Taylor Franklin made a bit of history in 2020 when they placed first and second respectively at the Brits Women Masters powerlifting contest. It was an amazing feat – and almost more impressive is the journey they’ve both been on to reach this stage. Both have very personal reasons for getting into fitness, strongwomen and powerlifting – and you’ll hear all about it in this conversation. We also talk body-image and being comfortable with how you look; how sport can help you take control of your life; the pain that social media trolling can cause; what it’s like to compete against your partner; and what 2021 has in store for them both.Honestly, we could have spent all day talking to Sam and Sue – and it’s a gem of a conversation to kick off a new year on the show.WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS? Sam: @SamTaylor35 Sue: @STaylorFranklinWANT TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST? @jack_murley [email protected]

We’re kicking off 2021 in style on the podcast with two top guests who just happen to be Britain’s strongest couple.Sam Taylor and Sue-Taylor Franklin made a bit of history in 2020 when they placed first and second respectively at the Brits Women Masters powerlifting contest. It was an amazing feat – and almost more impressive is the journey they’ve both been on to reach this stage. Both have very personal reasons for getting into fitness, strongwomen and powerlifting – and you’ll hear all about it in this conversation. We also talk body-image and being comfortable with how you look; how sport can help you take control of your life; the pain that social media trolling can cause; what it’s like to compete against your partner; and what 2021 has in store for them both.Honestly, we could have spent all day talking to Sam and Sue – and it’s a gem of a conversation to kick off a new year on the show.WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS? Sam: @SamTaylor35 Sue: @STaylorFranklinWANT TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST? @jack_murley [email protected]

NOW PLAYING

The One with Sam Taylor and Sue Taylor-Franklin

0:00 33:34

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of The LGBT Sport Podcast?

This episode is 33 minutes long.

When was this The LGBT Sport Podcast episode published?

This episode was published on January 6, 2021.

What is this episode about?

We’re kicking off 2021 in style on the podcast with two top guests who just happen to be Britain’s strongest couple.Sam Taylor and Sue-Taylor Franklin made a bit of history in 2020 when they placed first and second respectively at the Brits Women...

Can I download this The LGBT Sport Podcast episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!