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480. Greg LeMond, three-time Tour de France champion, on mental transformation, standing up for ethical principles, fierce competition and self-leadership
In thios episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Greg LeMond, widely considered the King of American Cycling, to share his story of coming back to win the world’s greatest and most demanding race, the Tour de France, after he barely survived a horrific and life-altering accident. You’ll learn how hard work changed LeMond’s psyche from one of despair to pure joy. In yet another battle, this three-time Tour de France champion describes his decade-long fight against the cycling industry’s powers as he fought to clean up his beloved sport from scandal by those who engaged in doping. Reading LeMond’s bio, linked below, reads like a can’t-put-it-down novel showcasing principled leadership, deep-rooted ethical principles, fierce yet respectful competition, willing self-discipline and self-leadership… In this episode, you’ll find an abundance of inspiring take-away learnings. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!
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I just happened to be scanning when I came across this show on my car radio. Best show ever! I met Greg many years ago when he showed up my wife’s graphic design company. All the employees and I when for a short bike ride. And then a party at the bosses house. What a great man. I raced bikes as an amateur. Won several. I started kinda late in life. 35 years old. I can relate to what he said about suffering. Man did I suffer. But it laid off. Great show. Thanks.
June 6, 2026 at 10:05 pm
I just happened to be scanning when I came across this show on my car radio. Best show ever! I met Greg many years ago when he showed up my wife’s graphic design company. All the employees and I when for a short bike ride. And then a party at the bosses house. What a great man. I raced bikes as an amateur. Won several. I started kinda late in life. 35 years old. I can relate to what he said about suffering. Man did I suffer. But it laid off. Great show. Thanks.