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Happy New Year, everyone and welcome back to the podcast! It’s great to start the New Year talking to someone in a warmer climate. Welcome, Lisa Charlebois, to That’s Her Problem!

In this episode, Lisa and I explore a kind of cycling that I’m super curious about, randoneering. We go over what that means, how it creates community and how you can become a randonneur.

But the real question is: are there a lot of women randoneering? What can these Randonneur Organizations do to make it a little more friendly to women, non-binary and 2SLGBTQ+ cyclists?

Listen, watch and find out.

Lisa’s Instagram accounts are here: @hustleandahalf and @hummingbirdfuels

I’ve been getting some great feedback on my book lately, and I love hearing what you’re thinking! My favorite feedback has been from people who have chosen to ride in winter and to ride their bikes to work regularly. I mean, what more could I ask for?

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If you or someone you know is interested in making cycling a bigger part of your life, but you’re not sure how to get started, please check out Shifter’s online course created by Cailynn Klingbeil and Tom Babin. Their tips and tricks cover everything from what bike you need to how to choose your route. Use this link to get started.

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In this week’s episode, I speak with activist turned city councillor, Renata Falzoni. Our conversation was long overdue. I have been a huge fan of Renata’s for many years, pretty much since the start of my cycling journey, before advocacy was even on my radar. I admire her tenacity and drive, still going strong at the age of 72, entering what she calls her 10th childhood.

We had a lot to talk about and had to leave some things on the edit room floor. And yet, here we are with a super long episode! Take your time and split it between this week and next if you must, but make sure to listen to the whole thing.

Renata talked about an Inter-Park trail that was just about to be inaugurated when we talked, and here it is for all to see!

She also went to COP30 where she was received like the celebrity she is and talked about the Amazon trail here.

Check out Renata’s YouTube channel and watch this one episode where she rides her bike in Afua, where no motorized vehicles are allowed. Take me there, let me die there.

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Today’s conversation with Tara shifts us away from bikes for a minute, but fear not, there’s still a lot of bike talk in here, because, as you know by now, I can’t shut up about bikes and bikes really are the answer to everything.

Tara Johnson shares her journey of founding Freedom Tree, a nonprofit organization focused on reducing maternal and infant mortality rates in Sierra Leone and Alberta. She discusses the importance of education, community involvement, and addressing cultural practices that affect women's health. Tara also reflects on the impact of colonialism on patriarchy and women's roles in society, emphasizing the need for collaboration between men and women in health initiatives. Tara also shares how her faith and love for biking have shaped her life and advocacy.

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