Athletes After Hours

Yesterday, I woke up to a raging storm. I could imagine the lightning, preceding the roaring thunder which rattled my eardrums. I pictured the 6-hour ride I had planned, a lap of west Cyprus, and wondered whether it would be safe. What happened next could well be described as one of the most spectacular rides. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tomportsmouth.substack.com/subscribe

In Ted Lasso, there was a perfect scene in which he described his fascination with Walt Whitman’s famous quote: “Be Curious; not judgmental.”I think we all could do with a bit of that.As I prepare to move to France, I am curious to see if I can create a podcast with curiosity at its core. That's when Athletes After Hours came alive.Athletes After Hours aims to discover the lesser-known sides of professional athletes, exploring what fascinates them when they step away from the spotlight of competition.Each episode will feature intriguing conversations with elite competitors about their intellectual pursuits, creative hobbies, and the unexpected interests that fuel their curiosity between training sessions.From family to friends, coffee to chefs, artists to videographers, and entertainers to storytellers. Discover the myriad ways these world-class athletes find balance and inspiration to complement their performance.Join us as we uncover the fascinating intersection between athletic excellence and personal passions.Today, you'll hear from @mattiedodd⁠ of Tirol KTM. We spoke a while back about how he had found the extra free time he had from an unfortunate illness, which put him out of action for several months. When he wasn't getting back on the bike, he kept his brain fresh through painting, writing, combined with his deep appreciation for history. Enjoy. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tomportsmouth.substack.com/subscribe

In Ted Lasso, there was a perfect scene in which he described his fascination with Walt Whitman’s famous quote: “Be Curious; not judgmental.”I think we all could do with a bit of that.As I prepare to move to France, I am curious to see if I can create a podcast with the theme of curiosity at its core. That's when Athletes After Hours came alive.Athletes After Hours aims to discover the lesser-known sides of professional athletes, exploring what fascinates them when they step away from the spotlight of competition. Each episode will feature intriguing conversations with elite competitors about their intellectual pursuits, creative hobbies, and the unexpected interests that fuel their curiosity between training sessions.From family to friends, coffee to chefs, artists to videographers, and entertainers to storytellers. Discover the myriad ways these world-class athletes find balance and inspiration to complement their performance. Join us as we uncover the fascinating intersection between athletic excellence and personal passions.Today, you'll hear from ⁠ ⁨@TheRedster⁩ ⁠ of Grenada in his Airbnb between races in Portugal. He is also speaking ahead of his recent competition in Panama for the Pan-American Track Championships. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tomportsmouth.substack.com/subscribe