The first Black South African cyclist to compete in the Tour de France. An Olympian. A national champion. A rider who has raced against the very best in the world.

But this is not a story about cycling. It's a story about curiosity.

In this episode, Nicholas Dlamini reflects on growing up in Capricorn Township, where leaving the neighbourhood was a rare occasion and the world felt much smaller than it really was. Cycling wasn't about chasing medals or building a career, it was simply a way to see what lay beyond the boundaries of his community. A bicycle became his passport to places he had only heard about, and curiosity became the force that changed his life.

Richard and Nicholas explore how curiosity shaped every stage of his journey. From discovering Cape Town on a bicycle to competing in the Tour de France, Nicholas shares how embracing the unknown opened doors he never imagined possible.

The conversation also explores the moments that tested him most. Nicholas reflects on the devastating crash that left doctors considering amputating his arm, and the unwavering belief that carried him through one of the darkest periods of his career. He speaks candidly about becoming a father, how it changed the risks he was willing to take, and why perspective becomes more valuable than victory as life evolves.

More than anything, Nicholas reminds us that growth begins the moment we're willing to explore beyond what we know. Whether it's a new road, a new challenge or a new version of ourselves, curiosity is often where transformation begins.