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Pro Tri News is the only podcast covering up-to-the-minute professional triathlon news, along with pre-race predictions and race recaps. PTN is the trusted source and insider’s line for professionals and amateurs alike. PTN has earned a reputation for compelling race reviews, punditry, humor, and inside analytics. -Kyle Glass, a racer, coach, announcer, and race director, shares extensive knowledge and research, as the sport’s biggest fan.-Talbot Cox, a photographer, videographer, and content creator to the pros, brings inside information directly from athletes.-Pat Lemiuex intimately understands companies and athletes through his work as an athlete agent. As husband to Olympic and World Champion, Gwen Jorgensen, he’s well versed in the politics of sport.-Mark Matthews, a long course and European expert, brings wit and balance.-

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Episode 247: Kona Series- IMWC Kona Debrief Oct 12, 2025

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This episode we take you through the ups the downs, the whirlwinds of the day at the IRONMAN World Championship! Joined by honorary host Kaiden Lieto Everything that happened on the ground and some behind the scenes experiences we each had.

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Episode 246: Kona Series- IMWC Live Show Oct 10, 2025

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The biggest Pro Tri News show ever, filmed live in front of over 200 triathlon fans! This live show captured the energy, chaos, and heart of race week at the Ironman World Championship 2025. We break down the pro women’s field, preview race day predictions, and share behind-the-scenes stories from the island.
From big laughs to bold hot takes, this is the raw, unfiltered version of triathlon media.

💬 Topics Covered in This Episode:
– The biggest live triathlon crowd in Kona history
– How the women’s race shapes up for 2025
– Who can challenge Lucy Charles and Taylor Knibb
– Hot takes from Pat and Mark on pacing, weather, and strategy
– Audience Q&A and live fan interaction
– Behind-the-scenes Kona stories from the Pro Tri News team
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Episode 245: Kona Series- Mirinda Carfrae, Daniela Ryf, and Jenny Fletcher Oct 09, 2025

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On Day 4 of the Kona Daily Pods, we sit down with two of the sport’s greatest champions — Daniela Ryf and Mirinda Carfrae — joined by host Jenny Fletcher to talk through the mental side of winning in Kona, how Lucy Charles finally broke through, and who they believe will rise as the next Ironman World Champion.
The conversation dives deep into:
🏆 What it really feels like to win Kona for the first time.
💭 The mental pressure that nearly broke them.
🔥 Their thoughts on Lucy Charles, Taylor Knibb, and Chelsea Sodaro.
🧠 The mind games they used before races.
👶 The comeback journey as mothers and mentors in the sport.
🌡️ Predictions for race day — and whether we’ll see a new champion crowned.

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Episode 244: Kona Series- Mirinda Carfrae and Craig Alexander Oct 08, 2025

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🎧 KONA DAILY POD – DAY 3 | PRESENTED BY TRAININGPEAKS
Welcome back to The Kona Daily Pod, your front-row seat to the Ironman World Championship 2025 with the Pro Tri News crew — brought to you by TrainingPeaks, the number one training app in the world.
Today, hosts Talbot Cox, Matt Lieto, Kaden Lieto, and Mark Matthews are joined by triathlon royalty — Mirinda Carfrae and Craig Alexander — to dive into what it takes to master the Kona run course.
Both world champions share stories of racing down Ali‘i Drive, managing heat, and executing the perfect marathon after 180 kilometers on the bike. From pacing and nutrition to the mental game that defines Kona, these two legends explain how the race is truly won on the run.
💬 Topics in this episode:
– Mirinda Carfrae’s mindset and pacing through the Energy Lab
– Craig Alexander’s strategy for building speed off the bike
– How the Kona run has evolved with faster, more aggressive racing
– Mental toughness, cooling tactics, and adapting to conditions
– Using TrainingPeaks data to dial in pacing and recovery
– Reflections on iconic finishes and what separates champions
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Episode 243: Kona Series- Craig Alexander Oct 07, 2025

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🎧 KONA DAILY POD – DAY 2 | PRESENTED BY TRAININGPEAKS
Welcome back to The Kona Daily Pod, your inside look at the Ironman World Championship 2025 with the Pro Tri News crew — brought to you by TrainingPeaks, the number one training app in the world.
Today, hosts Talbot Cox, Mark Matthews, Matt Lieto, and Kaiden Lieto sit down with three-time Ironman World Champion Craig "Crowie" Alexander to talk everything bike course and race strategy in Kona.
Craig shares how the Hawi winds, nutrition timing, and power management define the race — and why today’s generation of pros ride smarter than ever. The crew also dives into equipment choices, aero setups, and how data tools like TrainingPeaks have changed the way athletes build their race plans.
💬 Topics in this episode:
– Craig Alexander’s insights on the Kona bike course and modern race tactics
– Handling the crosswinds and heat through the Queen K
– Balancing power output and fueling strategy
– Evolution of bike technology and aero efficiency
– How TrainingPeaks transformed race preparation and data analysis
– Predictions for the fastest bike splits in 2025

These are short daily pods raw, real, and straight from the island. No scripted interviews, no remote setups… just triathlon fans who are actually here in Kona, bringing you the latest every day of race week.
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Episode 242: Kona Series- Reece Barclay Oct 06, 2025

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Welcome to The Kona Daily Pod, your inside look at the IRONMAN World Championship 2025 with the Pro Tri News crew brought to you by TrainingPeaks, the number-one training app in the world.
In Day 1, Talbot Cox and Kaiden Lieto discuss everything Kona with Reece Barclay, coach, husband, and right-hand man to the 2023 world champion Lucy Charles-Barclay.
Reece opens up about Lucy’s 2024 season, what it takes to peak for Kona, how he collaborates with coach Dan Lorang, training alongside Marjolaine Pierre, Lucy’s injury comeback, and why this year’s field could be faster than ever.
💬 Topics in this episode:
– Reece’s coaching journey with Lucy Charles-Barclay
– Behind-the-scenes of their seven-week Kona training camp
– The mental battles after four runner-up finishes
– Managing injury, recovery, and long-term fitness
– Analyzing Lucy’s data with TrainingPeaks
– Expectations for Kona 2025 and the next era of women’s triathlon
These are short daily pods raw, real, and straight from the island. No scripted interviews, no remote setups… just triathlon fans who are actually here in Kona, bringing you the latest every day of race week.
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Episode 241: IRONMAN Pro Series Deep Dive Sep 28, 2025

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STEPH IS BACK! We start with a weekend recap then chat 2026 IRONMAN Pro Series: the races, the wins, the losses, how to build a calendar and everything in between. Then cap it off with a run of hot takes that will lead us into the women's IRONMAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP IN KONA!
📖 Wekend Recap (1:00:10:50)
🤠 IRONMAN PRO SERIES DEEP DIVE (11:00- 46:00)
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Episode 240: Casper Stornes Joins the Show Sep 21, 2025

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We chat with the newly crowned IRONMAN WORLD CHAMPION, Casper Stornes. Go through T100 Oropesa in Spain, the race ranger bike drafting data from Frejus. Then end with what races are coming up and the hottest of hot takes from the IMWC in Nice.
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🇪🇸 T100 Spain and Race Ranger Data Release (36:40-1:08:00)
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Episode 239: Ironman World Championship Debrief with Craig Alexander Sep 14, 2025

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This episode we take you through the ups the downs, the whirlwinds of the day at the IRONMAN World Championship! Joined by some special guests including Craig "Crowie" Alexander, Kaiden Lieto and Jamie Monroe. Everything that happened on the ground and some behind the scenes experiences we each had.
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Episode 238: IRONMAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP Nice Live Show Sep 12, 2025

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This episode we take you through the favorites, and what we believe will happen on raceday at the IRONMAN World Championship in Nice. We are joined by Jack Kelly by the Triathlon Hour as a special guest!
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