EP 281: Former Pro Cyclist and Author Kathryn Bertine
Description
Kathryn Bertine is a retired pro cyclist, author, activist and documentary filmmaker. During her pro career in cycling, she was a three-time Caribbean Champion, six-time national champion of St. Kitts and Nevis (SKN) and raced five years on pro circuit.
Off the bike, Bertine is a filmmaker, activist and author of four nonfiction books. As an advocate for equality in women’s sports, Bertine started the social activism movement Le Tour Entier in an effort to bring parity to women’s professional road cycling, starting with the Tour de France.
We talk about her unique story of how she started cycling, the struggles (past and present) women go through to compete, the evolution of the Tour de France Femme and Bertine's heroic activism. Plus, the feel good moment of the week!
Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Herlights
Kathryn Bertine's books, films and foundation: https://www.kathrynbertine.com/
Email the show: erin@herlights.com
Erin Foley Website: https://erinkfoley.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/erinkfoley/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@erinfoleycomic
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