The Steve Matthes Show Classics Volume 1: Recent Episodes
Steve Matthes
Volume 1 of the Steve Matthes Show podcast. Spanning show 1 in 2008 all the way through 2010, before we had any clue where the idea would lead. There's MX gold in here folks and the treasures continue in Volume 2, find it in iTunes or your preferred podcast feed client.
We're just over a week out from A1 2011 and LB takes about an hour from his mad scramble in prep for the season to let us know whats been going on with his team. - Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Useless" by Destination Destroy Yourself // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
This interview with Dr.D builds on the mind twisting testing and development gold nuggets of experience you would expect from this legend. Yeah, I'll say say the obvious, must listen. - Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Something I Don't Know" by 88 Fingers Louie // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
You come to cherish it like that security blanket you had from birth until you were 5yrs old. The PulpMX SX preview show with Jason and Jason. - Intro Music- "What's in a Name?" by Face to Face
Matthes calls up Mr.SX, Dave Prater to see how the business end of the '11 season is unfolding. Daves a big fan as well, excited to get the season started. - Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Walk the Line" by Johnny Cash // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
Waddyaknow, Tits and his mx news/gossip/mumblings is a hit. Here's round 2 of Tits and the MX news. -- Intro Music- "What's in a Name?" by Face to Face
Matthes catches up with Josh Hill at the Hart and Huntington track after only four rides since his injury.
News flash, MX is dangerous. Anyone who has done it has encountered injury but Mo may hold the record for most seasons cut short by injury. Resiliency is one of Ryan's strengths. He does what it takes to come back to the pro ranks from injury time after time; seemingly better than before the injury sidelined him. Hopefully a new number will bring with it some better luck and that elusive win in '11. - Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "To the Engravers" by Polar Bear Club // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
The King flips your wig back a little in this, his second appearance, on the podcast show. A champion with his credentials speaking so honestly is a real treat. Dig it. - Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "To the Engravers" by Polar Bear Club // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
Hollywood comes back on the podcast show to hit on the current state of the industry heading into the 2011 SX season. Good stuff here. - Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Useless" by Destination Destroy Yourself // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
Peter Sundell(Tits Legendary), Las Vegas native and Pulp supporter comes in studio with the latest topics in MX and SX to get the PulpMX Grand Poobah's take on what's being discussed during this off-season. -- Intro Music- "What's in a Name?" by Face to Face
JT founder John Gregory lays it all out for us from the inspiration of the name, who pushed him to start, how they got into paintball and much more in this staple of American motocross grass roots, THE JT Racing backstory. -- Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Useless" by Destination Destroy Yourself // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
Much like Rocky v Ivan Drago, this show is a showdown of epic proportions, Matthes squares off against his arch-nemesis, David Izer of DMXS Radio fame. Sit in and listen as these MX talk show hosts spit venom to and fro. Oh and if you actually buy any of that, you need to check your grasp on reality. Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Lucky Man" by The Verve Pipe // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
An icon of motor sports, TP199 discusses his busy lifestyle, countless injuries, his often believed to be abbreviated career in moto; and explains the hardships which accompany the commitment to being the best in motocross. An obvious must listen. -- Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Useless" by Destination Destroy Yourself // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
This one is damn good. Why? Because it's complete honesty from a guy who's been everywhere from the top of the food chain to the bottom, raced in America as well as abroad; AND he's not even officially retired. Sean's not afraid to call out those who have treated him less than ethically in the industry while also admitting some of his own decisions weren't the right ones. -- Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Im Not Afraid" by Eminem // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
Oklahoman's and '80-'90's era fans rejoice, Airtime has landed. Matthes hooks up with Guy Cooper to chronicle his career from start to finish. As you would expect Cooper is a great story teller and this is an interesting listen for sure. -- Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Useless" by Destination Destroy Yourself // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
American export Zach Osbourne comes in studio to discuss his experiences racing abroad, his mx training facility, explains why some Americans can't handle racing away from home and explains the purse money issue for GP riders. -- Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Useless" by Destination Destroy Yourself // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
Matthes touches base with The Golden "Man" on a range of issues from how the industry transition to Dunlop has gone, how this silly season relates to those in the past as well as the MXoN and more. -- Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Useless" by Destination Destroy Yourself // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
He may not be stirring up discussion on Vital via Twitter(nope, his new team manager takes care of that) but Mike Genova, President of Leisure Concepts and team owner of MotoConcepts is a passionate fan of the sport. He lays out his goals in forming the team and how he feels the endeavor is shaping up. -- Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Useless" by Destination Destroy Yourself // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
Matthes catches up with newly signed BBMX rider Michael Byrne to find out how is deal came about, what was holding him back in '10 and how he feels moving forward. -- Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Useless" by Destination Destroy Yourself // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
Who is Eric Peronnard you ask? Simply put, a friend of MX and SX. Listen in and learn as Eric and Matthes essentially break down the politics of riders racing abroad in the off-season. Your sure to learn something "allota people don't know" in this episode. -- Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Useless" by Destination Destroy Yourself // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
Welcome to the 2010 off-season where silly season is the talk of the sport and Matthes is actually kind of bored. Matthes cold calls Weege and they talk silly season including Andrew Shorts surprising move to KTM and even call Shorty to see if either of their assumptions can be validated by 29 himself. -- Intro Music- "What's in a Name?" by Face to Face
As good as part one of this two part show was, believe it or not, it was surpassed. Listen as Dave reveals the inside story on the legendary '82 MXoN when Magoo shocked the MX world, the stressful years when JMB was being "JMB" and the mark he feels was left on all who were involved during those tumultuous years. -- Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Useless" by Destination Destroy Yourself // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
Not your typical "crafty Frenchman", Sebastien discusses his racing history including his amazing Colliseum SX win, his current work with Champ Factory and his amazing reputation for just killing motorcycles. Sebastien is a great guy and it shows in this conversation. -- Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Useless" by Destination Destroy Yourself // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
Legendary mechanic turned new product R&D member, Dave Arnold has been with Honda for 33 years and covers his experiences in MX and SX in this first of a 2 part interview. Dave has been an integral part of American MX and this is a must listen. -- Intro Music- "Save The Planet" by The Tragically Hip, "Useless" by Destination Destroy Yourself // Outro Music- "The Permanent Rain" by The Dangerous Summer"
First is Josh Coppins from saturday qualifying; Antonio "Ravioli" Cairolli talks about his MXoN experience at Lakewood. "Captain America" Andrew Short and Ice Trey explain what they went through and how it feels to bring the gold home for the USA.
Ping and Matthes are pressing some buttons and boundaries in this bench racing session regarding the '10 MX Season and the just reaching terminal velocity, Silly Season.
Yup, you guessed it, Matthes and Jason Squared dish on the '10 MX Season and just where their predictions went awry.
"Top" Jimmy Albertson discusses his season abroad racing the the GP's. From his confident preseason, to a severe case of home sickness and his parting with the Martin Honda Team. Jimmy gives his impressions on the GP racers and the series itself.
Listen to what Mike Alessi, MX Lites Champ Trey Canard, (Monster)Tom McGovern and Andrew Short have to say about Pala's maiden voyage.
Matthes catches up with Roger D at Pala to discuss his departure from Suzuki and future plans.
Matthes catches up with K-DUB, Nick Paluzzi, Ice Trey, J-Law(Yep, that one), Justin Brayton and Jeff Emig after the Steel City National.
Listen as Matthes talks punk music and motocross with the drummer for the legendary SoCal punk band who came up with brilliant album names such as "White Trash, Two Heebs and a Bean", NOFX. "Smelly" as his friends affectionately refer to him, Eric Sandin.
The Canadian motocross championships just wrapped up and I thought a nice little season recap with former top Canadian rider turned mechanic Ryan "The Newf" Lockhart was in order here. He was hung over so it worked out well...
Matthes catches up with John Dowd, Brett Metcalfe, Mitch Payton, Nick Wey and Wil Hahn after the Southwick National.
Motoconcepts Yamaha's Ryan Sipes was a front runner all year in both the 250 East SX series and now the 450 MX series. Matthes called up the uber-friendly Kentucky native to talk about this year, next year, his past years and much, much more.
Last weekend a race took place in Mexico that included such legends as Tortelli, Everts, Vuillemin, Huffman and Doug Dubach. There wasn't much fanfare about it but I decided to call one of the non-legends that was there and find out all about this race.
Matthes chats with Larry Brooks, Clement Desalle, Brett Metcalfe and more in this Unadilla podcast.
Steve Matthes, Jason Thomas and Jason Weigandt take a look at the National season thus far.
Matthes chats with Mike Alessi, Ryan Sipes, Jeremy Albrecht, Ryan Villopoto and Tyla Rattray at round 8 of the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship.
This week Matthes calls up Troy Lee Designs Honda team manager David Pingree to talk about his motocross101.com instructional DVD, his upcoming career change, his musings, his team and much, much more.
As we get closer and closer to his return to racing, James Stewart and Steve Matthes have a little chat about Stewie's expectations, what he's been doing, his reality show, silly season and what he sees when watching the races from the couch.
Matthes calls up long-time industry veteran and championship winning mechanic Marshall Plumb. The tire guru and shop owner worked with Ross Pederson, Guy Cooper, Brian Swink, Larry Ward, Jeff Matiasevich and more and now you can witness his wisdom.
Matthes catches up with David Vuillemin at the RedBud national in this quickie interview. Hear what DV thinks of James Stewart, Mike Alessi and more.
With the announcement that Tim Ferry has hung up his boots for good, Matthes calls up Red Dog to get his thoughts on retiring, what he's going to miss the most, his regrets and coaching Trey Canard. This is part one of a two part show.
Steve calls up his pal Mark from back home in Manitoba to get the scoop on what their buddies are doing and to talk about his new 2010 YZ450F.
Jake Weimer is coming off his first supercross championship but is struggling a bit in the outdoors. Listen in as we talk about the outdoor season, staying in Florida, Tim Ferry, Nick Wey and much, much more.
Listen in as Mike Alessi, Andrew Short, Nick Wey, Kyle Chisholm and Tyla Rattray talk about their day at Mt Morris.
Ryan Villopoto suffered a gnarly crash during the supercross series that left him unable to compete in this summers nationals. I call up RV2 to get his take on the motocross season after three races, his rehab, when he's coming back and much, much more.
Listen in as former top pro turned mechanic to Eric Nye and Matthes preview the Canadian nationals and discuss who's going to do what.
Matthes catches up with Kyle Chisholm and Josh Coppins after the Glen Helen U.S. Grand Prix.
In anticipation of this weekends USGP at Glen Helen, Steve calls up long-time GP journalist Geoff Meyer. MXGeoff and Steve talk about how the GP season is going, his thoughts on this weekends upcoming GP, the Hangtown national and his roots in the sport.
Listen in as Mike Alessi talks about his 4-1 day, Stefan Everts talks about a bunch of stuff, Trey Canard talks about regrouping and Brett Metcalfe talks about being the surprise of the day in the 450 class.
Listen in as Jason Weigandt, Jason Thomas and myself try to predict what's going to happen this summer. And then we get 13-year old Adam Cianciarulo on the line to give us his take on things. I'll give you a hint: he really likes Jake Weimer.
Mike Larocco was one of the sport's top riders for a long time and a fan favorite. After hanging up the O'Neals it was assumed that Mike was going to go away quietly into the night. Instead, last year he stepped in as team manager for GEICO Honda.
Robbie Reynard burst onto the scene as the (still) youngest national winner ever. Factory rides followed, but unfortunately so did injuries. Listen in as RR chronicles his injuries, Unadilla '98, Tony Berluti and much, much more.
Matthes interviews David Pingree, Justin Brayton, Mitch Payton and Jeremy Albrecht before and after the 2010 Salt Lake City Supercross.
Ernesto Fonseca was in the prime of his career when he suffered a devastating crash while practicing. EF10 and Matthes talk titles, his career, what he's doing now, the 2010 SX season and more. Tim Ferry even gets on the line to talk about ramming Ernie.
Dave Castillo has transitioned from a nice career as a privateer racer to one of the owners of Asterisk knee braces to now a stuntman on a hit TV show. Listen in as we talk the GWB years, CTI, the ranch, knee braces and flying through a window.
Matthes talks to Steve Cox and Simon Cudby after the Seattle SX, then calls up The Weege to talk about the race and meeting some superfans.
Damon Huffman was once a motocross prodigy who blasted out of the gate with a couple of 125 SX titles, a factory Kawasaki ride and then a transition into the off-road world. Matthes and Huffman reminisce and catch up on what Damon's doing now.
Ross Maeda is universally loved in the industry so when this long-time suspension guru and owner of Enzo Racing suffered a terrible crash that left him in a wheelchair, everyone knew there was no stopping him. Matthes talks to Ross about life ever since.
This week Matthes calls up Monster Energy Kawasaki's Chad Reed to get the scoop on his comeback, the accidents in St. Louis, the tracks of supercross and the USGP. In typical Reedy fashion, he puts it out there in his honest way.
In this BTOSports.com TWMX podcast, Matthes catches up to former Suzuki factory rider and 2-time 125 SX champion Brian Swink to see what the Swinkster is up to. Listen in as Brian talks about the biggest mistake he ever made, jumping, HOT and more.
Did you know Matthes is Canadian? He rarely mentions it. He talks with fellow Canuck Tyler Medaglia in this podcast for directmotocross.com.
Steve Matthes catches up with his old pal Blair Morgan in this podcast for directmotocross.com.
This week Matthes calls up a real motocross legend, a motocross mercenary named Jim Holley. The 1985 Rodil Cup SX Champion, Holley was nicknamed Hollywood for a reason and in this podcast we find out why.
In this revealing podcast, Matthes calls up Suzuki's Austin Stroupe to talk about his year of second places, his 450 debut, his off-track troubles and what he would tell an up and coming amateur what to expect from the pro ranks.
Matthes talks to Jeremy Albrecht, Larry Brooks, Ryan Sipes and Mitch Payton before the race and then Tim Ferry (!), Michael Byrne and the Atlanta Falcon's Jerious Norwood after the race.
Matthes talks to Kevin Windham before the Toronto Supercross and then Trey Canard and Lites winner Justin Barcia afterwards.
Okay, so it's actually a three-fer this week. Matthes chats with longtime GP racer Josh Coppins just a few days before the GP opener in Bulgaria this weekend.
In a two-fer this week! Matthes gets the winningest mechanic in AMA history on the line to discuss what its like being just that. Suzuki's Mike Gosselaar talks about working for some of the greats, how he got started in the industry, and more.
Matthes calls up Monster Energy's Eric Johnson, a legend in moto-journalism who is used to being on the other side of the mic.
This week on The Steve Matthes Show, Matthes calls up JGR Communications Specialist (and 2002 125 West Supercross Champion) Travis Preston just to check in. Here about Preston's motocross schools, whether or not we'll see him racing again and much more.
Normally Steve interviews some riders after the race, but it was cold so he just wanted to get the hell out of there. So, this week Transworld Motocross Editor-in-Chief Donn Maeda gives his opinion on what went down as well as some other stuff.
Matthes calls up multi-time AMA champion turned SPEED TV SX analyst Jeff Emig to get his take on the 2010 series, the Ricky Carmichael School at Daytona, Justin Barcia, RC in the booth and whether or not some riders need kicks in the ribs.
Steve Matthes and Andrew Short update you on Short's injury, the healing process, and what he's been doing with his spare time.
Steve gets a fair amount of letters from people who want him to do a podcast with... himself. So he decided to call up a long time reader and regular helper, Kevin Husted. Listen in as "Swizcore" and Steve talk about music, riders and a bunch more.
This week Matthes calls up a guy who has done it all, Randy Lawrence. A former pro mountain bike racer, championship winning mechanic and now trainer to the stars, Lawrence talks trainers, riders studded leather jackets, and more.
This week on the BTOSports.com TWMX Podcast Show, Matthes calls up Le Cobra in France to get his thoughts on the SX season, his foray back to America with Gauthier Paulin, Mike Alessi and the KTM 350, his career and so much more.
With a promotion to the 450 for Indianapolis, GEICO Honda's Trey Canard is now Honda Red Bull Racing's Trey Canard. Listen in as Matthes and Canard talk 450s, Gothic Jay, Jimmy Albertson and how he almost signed with Suzuki this past off-season.
A little while back Steve asked you guys to call to talk about whatever was on your mind that day. Tim Ferry happened to call during the show and fans were given the chance to ask him the tough questions.
One thing's for sure. When you call Jeff Stanton and ask him a question, you're going to get a straight answer. Matthes called up Stanton before San Francisco to get his thoughts on the season up to that point. (Remember: BEFORE San Francisco...)
Matthes calls up one of the only men to catch and pass Ricky Carmichael, Tallon Vohland. Tallon, now with Scott/Acerbis, and Steve touch on how much a goggle sponsorship pays and his great career as a racer in America and Europe.
This week on the BTOSports.com TWMX Podcast Show, Matthes puts a call in to one of the founding fathers of motojournalism, long-time editor Rick Sieman! The Hunk and Steve talk about his demise at Dirt Bike, the WITD machine, four-strokes and much more.
Long-time Factory Honda wrench Danny Betley has done it all. From working for Jeff Stanton to selling tools to building motors every week. Listen in as Steve and Danny talk about ruining Yamaha's party, why he quit the sport for two years, and a ton more.
This week on the BTOSports.com Podcast Show, Matthes calls up the head Yamaha PR guy and the man in charge of more teams in the pits than anyone else. Tim Olsen and Steve go head-to-head about Yamaha, the 2010 YZ450F, Tim's 10+ years at MXA and much more.
Grant Langston quietly returned to racing last weekend at the Anaheim 1 supercross opener and took a very credible 10th place in the main event. Listen in as Matthes and Langston talk about the race, Grant's eye, the pre-season scramble and a ton more.
Earlier this week we filled you in on what Tim Ferry was up to, and now he's back to talk about the 2010 Supercross season. Listen in as we talk about Reed vs. Stewart, how he saved me from Europe and more!
There aren't many people out there who know Matthes better than his brother, Jason. Listen in as Steve and Jason talk about their mini-dad, the website, and so much more.
Matthes calls up his buddy and former Manitoba racer Mark to talk about the good old days growing up in Canada and racing locally, as well as Mark's recent trips to the World Vets.
One of the most interesting podcasts yet. Rich Taylor, longtime magazine test rider, pro racer, goggle innovator spins his tales from a life in the world of motocross. Very cool podcast here folks.
Shorty talks with Matthes about his training routine and his preparation for the 2010 SX season. Oh yeah, and he's really appreciative of his position at Team Honda.
The 3rd show featuring an in studio guest. Sit down and listen to the stellar audio quality as Boni oozes his good ole' boy charisma on this show. Privateer of the year in '09, Boni fill us in on his path through the ranks into the pro's and future goals.
Dave Prater discusses his job as Director of Supercross for Feld Entertainment as it relates to the Supercross series. Some interesting stuff in here folks.
You read that right, Matthes talks with NFL Hall of Fame coach, Joe Gibbs. A fun, informative interview, listen as Matthes and Coy ham it up with interesting talk of the origins of the JGR race team mixed with some standard self deprecating humor.
Long-time engine builder Alan Brown of Brown Motorsports sits down in-studio with Matthes to discuss his current race season and his roots in MX including long time engine builder and ultimate co-owner of the legendary MotoXXX privateer team.
Matthes talks moto with PulpMX and seemingly self-taught moto historian, Dave Nash. Weege joins in to create a Jersey-centric Super-power of moto history.
Steve Giberson, or GuyB as he's known from his digital home VitalMX, is a long time photographer of all things moto. He discusses trying to police the passionate community he leads at VitalMX and his history of BMX and its path to the MX industry.
JS7 discusses his Bercy experience and subsequent sickness, the fans, the internet forums and speculation on what to expect starting at A1 in 2010.
Matthes catches up with British MX Legend Dave Thorpe who is presently rider liaison for CCM. Thorpy is a very humble racer with great insight into the mind of a World Champion.
Matthes calls Fox Racing headquarters to talk to Fro in this, part one of a two-part gold nugget.
A legend of the old school, Marty Smith covers his career and his schools in this episode.
In Ping's third appearance on the show he discusses his team's current silly season progress and why some of his guys from last year may not stick around.
DC comes on for the third time to discuss the MXoN which the USA just won again, with our "C" team. (Tongue planted firmly in cheek).
The Dream Team of Jason and Jason guided by Steve gather again to wax poetic about the '09 MX season and toss around excuses for why their predictions before the season didn't pan out.
Metty comes on to discuss his history, work ethic, goals and why he is often overlooked even though he is consistently at the front of every race he enters.
"Bam Bam" Justin Barcia debuts on the show with talk about his amateur days, his quick reputation in the pro's as a move or be moved competitor and what he see's for his future in MX and SX.
Australian trailblazer of American MX, Jeff Leisk talks briefly about his MX experience in the US and his current position with KTM Australia. Jeff is an extremely humble man who clearly looks forward, rarely back.
A great show. Yogi discusses everything from his rise through amateur racing, the tribulations he faced during his pro career including family struggles and his desire to step back into racing if the right opportunity arises.
Button-Fly and Matthes discuss the current state of the MX industry and where it could improve; a little discussion about some of his riders as well.
The Flyin Freckle steps in with the longest podcast yet, and why not, think of his history in motorcycles in general. Wardy talks about his car racing experience, every aspect of his career in motocross and a little supermoto and getting old in racing.
Doug Henry, one of the most beloved motocrossers ever shares his career with us in a sincere full disclosure interview. This is a must listen, as if I need to tell you.
James talks about his X-Games experience, his plans to race the Australian SX and his lovers and haters on VitalMX.
Hot Sauce talks about his silly season, his outdoors series, why he chose to move from Texas to Florida and his path from the amateurs into pro racing.
The leader of podcasts appearances, Chad Reed discusses the X-Games that he skipped, James coming to Aus to race his SX series and the parity of the MX outdoors this season.
The GOAT of the GP's, Stefan lays it all out in this interview from his racing career to now his position with KTM.
DC comes on the show to discuss the mid-way point of the new and improved MX Sports Nationals and how he feels its going.
Another must listen show. O'Show talks about everything from his incredible MXoN ride on the CR125, his good friend David Bailey's tragic accident and all those incredible machines he got to test in Japan. Just awesome.
Ice Trey talks about his injury, the depression that can come from sequential sidelining injuries, how cool it was to win the Lites SX Title in his rookie season and even his thoughts on illegal substances in motocross.
Byrner lays it all out from his origins racing in Australia to meeting Jeff Emig and getting a chance to race in the US.
The original Crafty Frenchman. JMB reveals all the behind the scenes details from his training regimen, his relationships with Stanton and Bradshaw to why he left American motocross.
Pings second visit is in studio following a supermoto race in Vegas. Listen as Matthes tries to grease the wheels for manager of the year for Ping while they discuss the TLD team and what Ping expects from his riders.
This is a fun podcast for Shorty. He talks a little about his first National of the series and then fields fan questions submitted to Matthes.
LB comes on to discuss a little of the outdoors, his teams success in the SX season and his polarizing status on the internet.
The Golden Boy covers his entire career in this epsiode, Broc is a great story teller with a great memory and attention to detail. Don't miss this episode.
Ratters talks about his experiences in the GP's, coming to America and switching from a KTM to the Pro Circuit Kawasaki and what caused him to miss the SX season and focus solely on the outdoor series.
Everybodies favorite Jason's re-convene to toss out their predictions for the '09 MX season.
The Legendary "Bomber" Mark Barnett talks about his racing days. Bomber is proud of his national titles earned in his past and enjoys his days now spent building tracks.
Covered in tattoo's, married to Pink!, living in Las Vegas and innumerable business ventures haven't changed Carey Hart one bit since his days as a fledgling mx privateer and eventual backflip innovator. This is a good listen folks.
This show is everything you ever wondered about fan favorite K-Dub. Must listen? Oh you know it.
The once conflicted Micky Dymond comes on the show to discuss his history in racing, thoughts on the MXoN he was passed over for and how he's found peace in his life.This is a great show.
Hilly is straight forward and honest about some of his questionable decisions in the past and also talks about his Minneapolis SX win as well as his am career; even gives Matthes some ribbing about their relationship.
What's this? A switch up of the Jason Squared show, this includes a Reed instead of a Thomas. This show is all off-road people but Weege is in it so how bad could it be? Listen in for an off-road extravaganza.
Matthes rubbed a couple nickels together to get Josh Coppins on the phone from Belgium. He's a charismatic, honest guy so listen in and learn about a fast guy from across the pond.
Stories, stories, stories. You know Denny, you've heard the rumors, now hear the details. It's all true and legend.
The King of SX. Seriously, do I really need to write anything for a description of 7-Time? Just listen to it, it's the best piece of audible recording ever created.
MXMike gets on the phone with Steve to dis-spell some rumors, speak frankly about his amazing holeshot ability, his never say die race mentality and the meltdown when he stood on Tedesco's bike.
A very interesting podcast. Dave has a clear vision of what he feels is the proper way to get things done, no apologies. Listen as he talks about his time as multiple mx team manager and some really cool info on the halted Harley Davidson MX bike.
Matthes' Canadian MX Idol. Rollerball talks about his triumphs in American MX, where he feels he fell short, struggles in life and rebounding to find peace again. It doesn't get more real than this.
James talks briefly about the SX series thus far and the input he has with his new gear company Answer.
JT$ coming back from injury discusses his experiences in the overseas SX races, plans for the '09 season and some commentary on internet bench racers.
Fresh Troy Lee Designs Team manager David Pingree debuts on the podcast to talk about his team, the SX series thus far, a gnarly pizza joint, overseas races and Matthes' poor taste in music.
Reedy talks about the A1 crash with Stewart which resulted in a Stewart DNF, his new bike and team and looking ahead to the next race.
The beginning of what is sure to be a staple of the podcast show, Weege, JT Money and Matthes lay out their predictions for the coming SX series.
Justin Brayton is a good ole' boy from Iowa and he shoots straight in this podcast telling who he is, where he came from and what he expects of himself in the coming years in racing.
Ex-pro, Ex-team manager and agent, Paul Lindsey is never at a loss for words and a wealth of MX information. Listen as he talks about his many roles in his career in motocross and supercross.
James discusses his move from Kawasaki to Yamaha, his relationship with Larry Brooks, the controversy over his SX-only contract, maturing as a person and racer, competing on a 2 stroke against 4 strokes and his Red Bud argument with Mike Alessi.
B-Hep, always fast but injury prone, comes on the show to discuss exactly those two things.
Rockstar/Makita Suzuki's Ryan Dungey takes some time off from training and riding with Stewie to let Matthes in on his thoughts. Do you want to know what Dungey thinks of Millville, his sudden success, J-Law and Matthes' nickname he gave Ryan?
Matthes talks to the only guy that might be more opinionated than him: Ryan Gauld. The pro racer/AMA Arenacross pit reporter/Machine Racing shop boy goes one-on-one with Steve.
Steve Matthes talks to MDK/KTM's Nick Wey. Listen in as they discuss the KTM, his Pro Circuit days and of course, NYK's experience with having Matthes as his mechanic. Take a listen to the second best podcast yet!
Steve Matthes calls up 4-time National Motocross Champion Mike Kiedrowski. Mike goes into detail about himself and JMB in 1990, the secret "works"parts and just what caused him to ghost ride his bike into Mike Larocco.
Matthes is back with his 2nd best podcast ever. Geico Honda's Jake Weimer spills the beans on his 2009 plans (kinda) his Canadian moto experience (not really) and who bugs him in todays motocross (Guess who?).
Matthes speaks to Hart and Huntington Honda team manager Kenny Watson in this exciting Somewhat Live and Uncensored Podcast. Find out all about the 2008 SX season for the team and Watson's take on his riders and the future.
Matthes figures out his three-way calling feature (after 5 minutes of hang-ups) and gets Jason Thomas and Jason Weigandt on the line and these three talk about the Nationals, Jason Lawrence, sleeper picks and whose balls are out.
Matthes talks to RXC's Danny Brault this week. With the opening round of the CMRC Nationals this weekend, these two jokers go through the tracks, riders and the RXC Moto show in a pre-season preview. Don't miss the second best podcast ever!
Matthes is back this week with a guy thats been there. Factory superstar, privateer, agent, even a helmet guy! Steve asks Jimmy Button all about his life and career.
Matthes goes and calls someone that he doesn't even know—"The Beast From The East"—Damon Bradshaw! This a great one-on-one conversation with a true mx legend and he goes into great detail about the '92 coliseum, Stanton, and WR 500's.
This week Matthes gets his buddy Rocket Rob Buydos of Parts Unlimited to give all of you the real dirt on what goes on behind the scenes of a big-time announcer, player-type guy like Rob.Please listen to the best podcast yet!
Matthes has his first two-time guest on and it's not even Tim Ferry! Anyways, Chad Reed came on to chat with Steve about his turbulent season and all that has been going on.
Matthes and The Professor hit on everything you would hope for in this podcast with the icon and legend of the sport.
Steve Matthes gets the editor of Racer X Illustrated Davey Coombs' ear and hold him on the phone for 30 some minutes. Despite DC being a very busy guy and making decisions that affect MX daily, he seems to somewhat like Steve.
This week Matthes really outdid himself with getting World championship superstar and multi-time GP winner Josh Coppins on the show. He also managed to get Coppins to pay for the call, thereby saving us some money! Good job Steve.
Matthes digs deep into Jeremy Albrecht's mind to find out everything you need to know about Joe Gibbs Racing, James Stewart, Kawasaki and world peace. Matthes told us this is the best ever podcast yet!
Matthes takes on the guy he raced at Millville '92 ... head to head ... kind of: team Honda's Jeff "six-time" Stanton! Thanks for all your questions and listen now to see if Steve actually used your query. Listen to the best podcast yet!
Monster Energy Kawasaki hired Preston to keep the factory KX450 on the track. While his results have been mixed, Preston's one of the most entertaining riders off the track, so take a listen as he tells Matthes how it is in this podcast!
Matthes takes on Kyle "KD Beets" Beaton in the Racer X Canada Podcast. All you Americans better listen so you can tell your buddies you remembered when Beaton was first getting huge.
The Cobra talks with Matthes about his current racing situation. Often DV teeters on the edge of inflammatory comments usually falling on the side of humor and getting a chuckle from his opinion. Listen as DV gives his point of view, no apologies.
A polarizing figure in the sport, LB discusses the forming of the San Manuel Team, his past as a racer and his experiences as team manager of multiple teams. A no apologies, straight-up account of LB's path through the sports timeline.
Shorty talks about his path into the pro ranks, getting schooled by Gothic Jay in tennis and how thankful he is to be a part of the most storied team in pro motocross, Team Honda.
An extraordinary account of the career of Ron Lechien from the mouth of The Dogger himself. All the questions are answered frankly making this interview a must listen.
In Weege's first appearance he covers his embarrassing past as a quad rider, Englishtown Raceway flagger and charity work for RacerX which led to his current position as actual paid Racer Productions employee and the "Mouth of Motocross".
The kickoff podcast for a show series which has grown to levels no one could have imagined. Chad Reed sets the standard for candid, honest commentary on his thoughts of the series and his past relationship with host Steve Matthes.