Pursuit Picks – top sporting podcasts

This edition of Pursuit Picks is focused on podcasts – stories, advice and commentary from the world of sport and outdoor.

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Member Pick: One Game at a Time

From SportPursuit Member Jules: “Rugby World’s ‘One Game At A Time’, by sports broadcaster Sam Roberts, is about more than just rugby. It offers a very honest and open account, steered by Roberts but particularly from the stars themselves, of the emotions and decision making involved in just one particular game from their careers; the pressures they faced as well as their interpretation of the action as it unfolds around them with them at the centre.”

The Real Science of Sport

Geek out on stories from across the world of sport, delving into myths, controversies, latest research and pro-level practices. Detailed and fascinating conversations wtih Professor Ross Tucker and editor Mike Finch, from breaking the sub-2 hour marathon to what rugby can teach us about player safety.

The Cycling Podcast

A one-stop shop for cycling enthusiasts with multiple strands focusing in on specific areas of our favourite two-wheeled sport. Try Cycling Podcast Féminin for monthly coverage dedicated to women’s cycling, Explore for tales of adventure and endurance, or Life in the Peloton for an insight into the world of elite cycling.

More for cycling enthusiasts: Unpaved, Cycling Tips, Niel and Robbie’s Ultra Cycling Podcast, The Move

The Dirtbag Diaries

Stories about dreamers, athletes, dirtbags and die-hards – people who live for their pursuit and the spirit of adventures. For climbers, skiers, bikers, hikers and anyone who feels that urge to get out into the wild outside world.

More for stories of adventure and escape: Living Adventurously, Safety Third, Unfolding Maps

Don’t Tell Me The Score

Taking the lessons and insight from sport and applying them to real life, Simon Mundie sits down with sporting legends to discuss a specific theme from their experience.

Favourite episodes in SportPursuit HQ include Johnny Wilkinson on Obsession and Nigel Owens on Self-Acceptance.

More for athlete interviews: Feel Better Live More, Desert Island Discs, The Totally Active Podcast

That Peter Crouch Podcast

The ins and outs of how to be a professional footballer… and much more. Peter Crouch leads this entertaining and irreverent show that comes strongly recommended from footy fans and football agnostics alike.

More for light-hearted sports coverage: Tailenders, Fighting Talk


We all need a bit of inspiration every now and then. Pursuit Picks is our way of highlighting a selection of things we’re enjoying, sharing and exchanging recommendations across the SportPursuit community. We hope you find something exciting in our curation, and we look forward to discovering new suggestions from you as well – just comment below, let us know on social, or ping us an email!