79 episodes
Bristol2Beijing Luke Grenfell-Shaw
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- Society & Culture
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5.0 • 16 Ratings
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The Bristol2Beijing podcast brings you the highs and lows, challenges from the road and inner thoughts of Luke as he rides from Bristol to Beijing on his tandem bike. He also talks to interesting and unusual people he meets on his journey to understand better the country he is in.
Luke will be answering your questions about life on the bike (send them via @Bristol2Beijing on Instagram and Facebook).
Get your dose of adventure, culture and inspiration here!
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An American Update
Sorry for the delay! Here's my latest offering of the Bristol2Beijing-soon-to-be-called-something-else podcast. What are my impressions of Denver? What was it like to be in the endurance capital of the US?
And what did Princess Anne say to me in Windsor Castle?
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A run in the Peak District
Following the realisation following a run in the Peak District that 50K is quite a long way, I reflect on my running journey over the last couple of years and particularly on my recent selection for the GB squad for the European Trail and Mountain Championships.
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Back in Bristol
Now back in the UK, I reflect on some of the differences between the UK and Kazakhstan, what took me there in the first place, a typical day in Almaty and why it felt like I had a home there.
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Special Episode: An Unexpected Winter in Almaty
In this unique episode, I record a special podcast to mark my winter in Almaty and to say happy birthday to Dasha, who was the reason I recorded this special pod.
Why did I go to Kazakhstan in the first place?
What makes Almaty, the former capital of Kazakhstan, a special city?
How long did I expect to stay in Almaty? And why is an airbed and two cats the secret to happiness?
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A New Ending
I'm back in the UK! Why is London a miracle? Why are Virgin Atlantic babes? What is the new ending of my expedition to Beijing?
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The End of the Road
This week, surprisingly, befuddlingly, anticlimatically, disappointingly, I hit the end of the road of my expedition to Beijing at a state border in north east India. But the ending is not as clear cut as I thought - sometimes in life we have to choose our own endings.
Customer Reviews
Inspirational
Fascinating to hear from Luke and those he meets on his incredible journey.
Fascinating storytelling
Love this podcast! From the episodes interviewing a wide range of inspirational people from all over the world, delving deep into why they do what they do and how they manage to overcome the many challenges we are all faced with, to the episodes detailing Luke’s many adventures on the tandem as he cycles from Bristol to Beijing, there is always something different and fascinating to listen to. Luke has an engaging and easy-to-listen-to style, and each thought-provoking episode enriches my week!
Inspiring and engaging
From the first episode I listened to, I was captivated by Luke’s natural speaking skills and the series of fascinating speakers involved. Each episode allows me to feel engaged in the conversation and I am left with a whole new perspective on life. A very inspiring podcast focusing on relatable people who demonstrate resilience through challenging events!