My Girona Podcast

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Welcome to My Girona — a curated audio journey from the European capital of cycling, where heritage stone meets modern speed and the espresso comes with altitude notes. Hosted by a U.S. expat embedded in Girona’s elite riding scene, this show explores the people who orbit this town — WorldTour pros, Thai food truck icons, and the quietly powerful souls behind the handlebars and businesses that shape life here. It's where the off-season becomes the only season. Part of the Estranyoleft Network — for those who signal left with a flick of the knee and mean it.

Episodes

  1. FEB 11

    From Tuscany to Girona: Stefano Parvoli on Ironman, Metal & What’s Next

    ☕ Support independent storytelling:https://buymeacoffee.com/mygirona — Stefano Parvoli is more than a mechanic. He’s a Tuscan metal head, an Ironman finisher, and a craftsman stepping into a new chapter of life. In this episode of My Girona, we go deeper than bikes. We talk about:• Ironman and mental endurance• Growing up in Tuscany• The influence of metal and blues• Brotherhood built through long work weeks• What it means to enter a new phase without losing who you are No soundtrack. No noise. Just conversation. — 🎧 Listen to Stefano’s Soundtrack (the music that shaped this episode):https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2QHFHqBgBVmy65ffEXe5Kb?si=61b66ce8796d47f5 — Raw. Honest. Direct. Welcome to My Girona.

    1h 1m

  2. JAN 14

    Ep 5 Still Here: Carson Mattern on Crashes, Cycling & Perspective

    Carson Mattern is back on My Girona Podcast — and this time, it’s his second time? Fresh off a year that tested everything — physically, mentally, professionally — the Canadian phenom sits down in our new Girona studio to talk through it all: The crash at Tour de l’Avenir The painful (and humbling) recovery What stepping back taught him What 2026 could look like now that he’s all in This isn’t a puff piece. It’s a rider reckoning with momentum, identity, and the quiet work of rebuilding when nobody's watching. Recorded live in Girona — the epicenter of pro cycling’s future. Want to support the show or watch our first Carson episode?

    1h 9m

  3. JAN 1

    The Return - Carson Mattern

    Carson Mattern is back on My Girona Podcast — and this time, it’s personal. Fresh off a year that tested everything — physically, mentally, professionally — the Canadian phenom sits down in our new Girona studio to talk through it all: The crash at Tour de l’Avenir The painful (and humbling) recovery What stepping back taught him What 2026 could look like now that he’s all in This isn’t a puff piece. It’s a rider reckoning with momentum, identity, and the quiet work of rebuilding when nobody's watching. Recorded live in Girona — the epicenter of pro cycling’s future. Want to support the show or watch our first Carson episode?

    1h 9m

  4. 06/12/2025

    #4 Assango: Girona’s Next Global Face

    ☕ Support the show → ⁠buymeacoffee.com/mygirona She’s already a star in Girona’s Barri Vell — but the world is just starting to catch on. In this episode of The My Girona Podcast, I sit down with Assango: model, local icon, and a name you’ll be hearing a lot more of soon.Raised in Girona after moving from Senegal as a child, Assango has become part of the energy and elegance of La Comuna Café. Now signed with Model On Top and working with brands like Adidas, her story blends Girona roots with global ambition. #Assaangoo #GironaModel #MyGironaPodcast #EstranyoLeft #ModelOnTop #BarriVell #GironaLife #SenegalToSpain #FashionPodcast #AdidasModel #NextGlobalFace #IndependentPodcast #SupportIndiePodcasts

    49 min

  5. 05/16/2025

    Hey Buddy! With Ben Farver - Argonaut cycles

    ☕ Support the show: buymeacoffee.com/mygirona Be the first. Don’t be the last. 🎙️ Ben Farver Was Here | Argonaut Cycles x Girona x La Traka What happens when one of the most respected custom bike builders shows up in Girona during La Traka weekend?Old friends. New plans. Industry gossip. Ratafia. And a whole lot of Girona weirdness. Ben Farver of Argonaut Cycles joins me for a deep and sometimes ridiculous conversation about:— Starting Argonaut and keeping it small by design— How Girona became a second home for the brand— What really went down with The Service Course— Custom bikes, stiff wheels, and where the cycling industry is headed— Living here, riding here, and dodging the occasional pigeon fight We talk craft, community, coffee, and the chaos of La Traka weekend. It’s not polished. It’s real—and that’s what makes it good. 📍 Recorded in Girona, Spain | A production of EstranyoLeft.com#GironaCycling #ArgonautCycles #CustomBikes #LaTraka2025 #BikeIndustry #CyclingPodcast #MyGironaPodcast #GravelRiding #BendOregon #CyclingCulture #BikeLife

    47 min

  6. 05/07/2025

    Above the Madness: Maddie le Roux on Girona, Grit & Going Pro

    Girona was buzzing—La Traka took over the town, riders everywhere, energy through the roof. But we got above the chaos, quite literally, and sat down with Canyon//SRAM’s Maddie le Roux for a real conversation. From South Africa to Girona, Maddie’s journey has been anything but smooth. She opens up about road safety, racing culture, social media pressure, and why she still loves Strava more than Instagram. Plus: puzzles, sourdough, heat training in a sauna suit, and what it really means to chase a dream. 🎧 Bonus Content: Cat 2+ supporters on BuyMeACoffee.com/mygirona get access to an exclusive, emotional segment—Maddie opens up about losing her mother during one of the most pivotal moments in her career. It’s raw and unforgettable. #MyGirona #LaTraka #MaddieLeRoux #CanyonSRAM #GironaCycling #WomenInSport #EatRideSleep #StrangerOnYourLeft

    53 min

  7. 05/02/2025

    Ep #1 My Girona - Yatethaigo

    Yatethai didn’t just end up in Girona—he grew up here. But like many locals, it took leaving and coming back to really feel its pull. Alongside Jaume, they share what makes Girona more than a cycling hotspot. From faith and family to finding purpose through the ride, this is a conversation about roots, rhythm, and rediscovering home. Welcome to My Girona. #MyGironaPodcast #GironaLife #CyclingCulture #EatRideSleep #StrangerOnYourLeft

    1h 31m
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About

Welcome to My Girona — a curated audio journey from the European capital of cycling, where heritage stone meets modern speed and the espresso comes with altitude notes. Hosted by a U.S. expat embedded in Girona’s elite riding scene, this show explores the people who orbit this town — WorldTour pros, Thai food truck icons, and the quietly powerful souls behind the handlebars and businesses that shape life here. It's where the off-season becomes the only season. Part of the Estranyoleft Network — for those who signal left with a flick of the knee and mean it.

Information

  • Creator
    Estranyoleft Network
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Estranyoleft Network
  • Show Website
    My Girona Podcast