MotoPod
206 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago -MotoPod - The internet radio show all about motorcycle road racing - is dedicated to MotoGP and motorcycle racing news, interviews, commentary, opinion and rumor! Find out what’s going on in the sport that is the pinnacle of motorsports, Grand Prix Motorcycle Road Racing! New episodes every week.
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Episode 724: Did Anyone Read the Rule Book?
April 11, 2023 23:17 - 1 hour - 40.1 MBScott Bolton joins Jim to talk about the Daytona 200. The action was intense and had plenty of draft passes. Controversy erupted late in the race when Herrin and Escalante collided at T1. A few quick laps later and a red flag created even more chaos! Extra laps were added to the race making it the longest 200 ever at 217 miles! Lapped riders were given laps back causing everyone including Greg White and Jason Pridmore to wonder what was going on. Truth is that all the drama could have b...
Episode 723: What's a Penalty?
April 06, 2023 21:45 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBJim returns from holiday and joins Rich to discuss the racing from Argentina. Penalties for irresponsible riding we the main topic of discussion as the consistency of the stewarding was again called into question. As far as the racing goes we learned that Brad Binder is also a "Saturday Man" following his Sprint victory on Saturday on a damp but drying racetrack. Sunday's wet race action in Moto3 was incredible as we may have witnessed the rise of a new wonderkid in the name of David Alman...
Episode 722: The Brave New Era
March 31, 2023 14:43 - 1 hour - 48 MBBit of a change of line up for this week’s show as Jim takes a well earned holiday Stateside. So, this week we enjoy talking with a voice from the recent past to go through the excitement and goings on from the first round of the MotoGP championship in Portimão. So, strap in for M3, M2 and of course crazy goings on in the MGP class. Zoom Zoom…….
Episode 721: MotoGP 2023 Is “Go”
March 24, 2023 00:09 - 1 hour - 35.9 MBJim and Rich catch up for a quick chat before the 2023 MotoGP season gets underway in Portimão. There’s a quick round up of the recent MotoGP, Moto2 & Moto3 tests and a few predictions as to which riders and teams are likely to be at the forefront as the season gets underway. As ever, please subscribe to the show and donate if you can. And do please send us your comments and questions for discussion on the upcoming pods. Zoom Zoom…….
Episode 720: World Superbikes, With Greg Haines
March 17, 2023 13:49 - 1 hour - 53.1 MBRich is joined on the show this week by Greg Haines from Eurosport to discuss all things World Superbike. The 2023 season is only 2 rounds old but already the competitive order is becoming clear so Rich & Greg chat in detail about each of the manufacturers, their form and prospects. Its an in-depth discussion and will hopefully generate some feedback and questions from the listeners. More interviews are coming so please like, subscribe and donate to the show if you can as every contribution ...
Episode 719: MotoGP Testing & Asher Durham
March 04, 2023 13:36 - 2 hours - 71.5 MBRich & Jim catch up to discuss the recent 3 day MotoGP test in Sepang, who’s looking strong and which teams may find the early rounds tough going. Although the WSBK season is now well underway there’s also a quick chat about the Philip Island test which took place before the first round, as well a brief conflab on the merits and pitfalls of our increasing social media activities! Rich then talks with Asher Durham, who will ride this year for G&S Racing in the ultra-competitive Stock 600 seri...
Episode 718: The Maddi Interview!
February 16, 2023 22:37 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBIn this episode Rich and Jim had the pleasure of talking to Maddie Patterson (nee Scordia) about MotoGP. Maddi is a journalist working in the MotoGP paddock and gave us some incredible insight into the inner workings of the sport we love. We talk about the product, the riders personalities, sprint races, and many other topics. Maddi was gracious enough to give us over 90 minutes of her time and we can't thank her enough. Jim wants to mention that Maddi was in the hotel lobby on dodgy WiFi...
Episode 717: M3 Top Tens & Scott Ogden
February 12, 2023 17:47 - 1 hour - 41.2 MBRich & Jim are back together to catch up on recent news and to run through their respective top 10 rider lists for the 2022 Moto3 season. Continuing the Moto3 theme, Rich catches up with Scott Ogden from Michael Laverty’s Visiontrack Racing Team to discuss his first year in the world Championship and to look ahead to 2023. A fascinating chat with one of Britain’s fast rising stars. Please send us any feedback or questions and remember to give the show a rating on your podcast provider of cho...
Episode 716: James Haydon
February 03, 2023 01:36 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBThis week Rich is joined on the pod by James Haydon, former GP500, BSB and WSBK rider and more recently a member of the Eurosport commentary team. James enjoyed a long career across multiple classes and has many a story to tell, from the evil 500cc 2 strokes, to fire emitting triples, 4 stroke superbikes and even a brief stint on the V5 Roberts MotoGP bike. Along the way, James won lots of races, but suffered many knocks and set backs. All in all, a fascinating discussion with a top bloke and...
Episode 715: The Skyler Chat
January 28, 2023 21:12 - 1 hour - 73.3 MBSkyler stops by and chats with Jim about all kinds of things. We talk about work, family, mountain biking, IMSA, sim racing, MotoAmerica, and MotoGP. It was a fun chat! So settle in and we hope you enjoy it. Please send us any feedback or questions and remember to give the show a rating on your podcast provider of choice.
Episode 714: MotoGP Discussion With Martin Darlington
January 23, 2023 23:29 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBMartin returns to MotoPod to talk with Rich about MotoGP, Moto2 and Moto3, focussing on the 2022 championships but also looking forward to some of the mouth watering prospects that await once the 2023 seasons get underway. Martin pays his own tribute to Andrew Wheeler and gives some insights into life in Qatar when a major show is in town. The lads also get into some fantasy track discussions, with each selecting the tracks they would drop and the tracks they would bring in as replacements. L...
Episode 713: Moto America Special
January 15, 2023 14:31 - 1 hour - 74.6 MBScott chats with Jim about Moto America. They review the past season. Decide if the presence of Petrucci was good or bad for the series. Then they take a look into the future. Is Moto America getting better year over year? How can it be improved? What can be done to help our young talent get to the world stage. Will the racing be better with the return of Cam? It's a great conversation that has many tangents. So grab a beer and enjoy the chat!
Episode 712: New Year Excitement & 2022 Moto2 Rider Rankings
January 08, 2023 23:45 - 1 hour - 32.6 MBFor the first show of 2023, Jim and Rich look back at the Moto2 season and give their top ten rider rankings, as well as handing out some wooden spoons. There’s also a little bit of MotoGP news and intrigue as 2024 silly season ideas start to emerge. The next show will feature Jim and Rich’s top 10 riders in Moto3 to conclude the look back on 2022 before attention starts to shift towards the upcoming season openers. Please rate, subscribe and donate to the show if you can. Head over to www.mo...
Episode 711: Rider Ranking and New Year Resolutions
December 21, 2022 00:37 - 1 hour - 53.9 MBJim and Rich discuss a bit of WSBK news and side track themselves on why the Honda MotoGP bike isn't very good. Then they discuss their top ten riders in MotoGP and next it's on to New Year resolutions for each of the MotoGP teams. Jim has a bonus resolution for the FIM and Rich offers up a list of the worse riders as well. The guys get side tracked on sponsorship money, sprint races, aerodynamics and a whole lot of other issues. Enjoy!
Episode 710: MotoGP Valencia & Post Race Test
December 09, 2022 09:54 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBAfter a short break, Jim & Rich get together to look back on the concluding round of the MotoGP season at Valancia, as well as the post race test and how this starts to shape the 2023 season (which will obviously be the best season ever!) There’s also a quick round up on some BSB and WSBK news. The next show will feature Jim and Rich’s top 10 riders in each class so please send us your own lists and rationales for comparison and comment. As ever, please subscribe & donate to the show if you c...
Episode 709: MotoGP Sepang & The Big Finish
November 04, 2022 23:08 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBJim & Rich catch up to discuss the Sepang MotoGP round in Malaysia and then look ahead with predictions going into the final round of the season at Valencia. With 2 championships to be decided and a fair weather forecast, it promises to be a nail biting climax to the season. Please send us your comments and questions and, if you can, send your contributions to Gino Rea's neuro-rehabilitation treatment fund. Do please subscribe’ send in your feedback, leave a review via your podcast provider a...
Episode 708: Phillip Island – A Modern Classic
October 24, 2022 15:11 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBJim & Rich belatedly catch up on the awesome racing at Philip Island in Australia, with the MotoGP race in particular serving up a modern classic which will live long in the memory. MotoPod will return shortly with a review of the round just held at Sepang, where the championships continued to deliver up their usual mix of drama and intrigue. Please send us your comments and questions and, if you can, send your contributions to Gino Rea's neuro-rehabilitation treatment fund. Do please subscri...
Episode 707: News & Phillip Island Preview
October 13, 2022 15:39 - 47 minutes - 24.4 MBJim & Rich catch up on the latest news from BSB and WSBK and look ahead to this weekends MotoGP round at Phillip Island in Australia. Inevitably, talk turns to recent tragic events with the loss of both Chrissy Rouse and Victor Steeman; The entire MotoPod community extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, teams and fans of both Chrissy and Victor. Ride eternal brothers. Please send us your comments and questions and, if you can, send your contributions to Gino Rea's neuro-rehab...
Episode 706: Title Race Tightens in Thailand
October 07, 2022 00:55 - 2 hours - 88.4 MBThe title raes have hotted up after the Thailand round of the championship. The weather played a huge part in Moto2 and MotoGP. Jim and Rich talk about the shortening of races and long lap penalties versus drop one place. Iditoms drive Rich crazy, and Jim rides the roller coaster of emotions regarding the Americans in Moto2. The guys even talk about team orders. This show is as crazy as the weather!
Episode 705: MotoGP Aragon & Motegi Catch Up
October 03, 2022 12:50 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBJim & Rich are back for a belated catch up on the recent MotoGP races in Spain & Japan. There’s also a quick catch up from Jim following his visit to Barber Motorsports Park for the concluding round of Moto America and Rich debates an action packed and highly contentious first showdown round at Oulton Park in BSB. Another show will follow this week to review the weekends goings on in Thailand (MotoGP) and Donington Park (BSB). Please don’t forget to contribute to Gino Rea's neuro-rehabilitati...
MotoPod Gino Rea Appeal
September 16, 2022 07:32 - 5 minutes - 2.44 MBNot a regular show but rather a special call out to the MotoPod fraternity as we aim to raise £1,000 to go into the Gino Rea neuro-rehabilitation Treatment Fund. Dig deep if you can listeners; every Pound is going to be crucial in Gino's road back to recovery. See more at Gino's GoFundMe appeal page. Many thanks. https://www.gofundme.com/f/gino-rea-rehabilitation
Episode 704: Pre Aragon News & Superbike Catch Up
September 14, 2022 17:01 - 46 minutes - 27.1 MBLots of news in recent days so Jim & Rich are together for a brief round up of the goings on and a quick look forward to this weekends MotoGP action in Aragon. There was some spectacular superbike racing in France, Britain and the U.S. over the past weekend so the guys talk over the main action and controversies. Do please subscribe’ send in your feedback, leave a review via your podcast provider and donate if you can. Zoom Zoom…….
Episode 703: Racing and Testing
September 09, 2022 20:45 - 1 hour - 77.1 MBJim and Rich return once again to cover the racing action from Misano. They cover the news, tackle the silly season, the results of the Fan Survey and something about some guy named Marc Marquez testing a Honda? So much, so little time! Listen now!
Episode 702: Racing at the Red Bull Ring
August 27, 2022 02:03 - 1 hour - 72.7 MBJim and Rich bring you all the news from the past week and boy was there a lot to cover! Eventually the guys actually start talking about the racing and conduct their silly season who goes where guessing game. Aslo MotoPod has teamed up with Rally4vets.com they provide service animals to veterans with PTSD. If you can, please try to attend their track day at Summit Point raceway on October 22nd!
Episode 701: Racing is Back!
August 13, 2022 01:49 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBThe racing action resumes after the long summer break. All three classes provided great action at Silverstone, but Moto3 was a cut above the rest. Jim and Rich cover the news and all the action. Jim suggests a new displacement for Moto3 engines. Then the two discuss if a long lap penalty is truly a penalty if you can practice taking the lap before the race on Sunday. Jim rants about the strange new aero bits on the Ducati. Lastly Rich waxes poetic about the great run of form that Maveri...
Episode 700: Anniversary Time
August 04, 2022 10:25 - 2 hours - 85.6 MBJim & Rich are back together again before MotoGP restarts at Silverstone following the summer break. As the show is celebrating hitting its 700th episode, we are delighted to have contributions from recent guests and the past hosts of the show, before heading into a long and detailed conversation with Simon Crafar, who returns to MotoPod for the first time since 2018. Hitting 700 shows is an awesome achievement so kudos to all of the hosts that have built the show since Bob kicked things off ...
Episode 699: Listener Feedback & Half Term Report With Greg Haines
July 18, 2022 11:40 - 3 hours - 102 MBWith MotoGP on the summer break, Rich & Jim dive into several weeks worth of listener feedback; Everything from rules and penalties to how the sport might look in the future. A short news roundup is followed (~1:39) by another great in-depth discussion with Greg Haines from Eurosport, as he and Rich analyse the World Superbike season to date. We hope you enjoy it. Keep the questions coming! Zoom Zoom…….
Episode 698: MotoGP Assen: The Championship Takes Another Turn
July 03, 2022 12:11 - 1 hour - 38.5 MBRich & Jim discuss the recent Grand Prix at the ‘Cathedral Of Speed’ in Assen. There’s a quick round up of the news as we head into the 5 week summer break and of course a frank discussion regarding the Quartararo-Espargaro collision, the resultant penalty and fallout, with both rider and team heavily critical of the decision making currently pervading the MotoGP championship series. . Please subscribe to the show and donate if you can. In addition, please be sure to tell your like-minded ma...
Episode 697: MotoGP Sachsenring; Fabios Masterclass
June 27, 2022 13:09 - 1 hour - 50.6 MBRich & Jim discuss the recent German Grand Prix at the Sachsenring and continue the rider market news and speculation. Apologies to the listeners for being a bit late with this one (travel and I.T. maladies intervened!) We will be back with a full round up of Assen in the coming few days. Zoom Zoom……. -- ©2022 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 696: Ranting, Crying and Racing
June 09, 2022 01:35 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBJim and Rich talk all things Barcelona in a whopping one hour forty-five minute show. They rant about race direction and penalties, cry about Joe Roberts crashing out of a sure win in Moto2 (at least Jim did) and discuss all the action from all three classes. Enough talk already! Grab a six pack and start listening! -- ©2022 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 695: Mugello!
June 02, 2022 06:41 - 31 minutes - 23.3 MBJim goes solo on this show to cover the news and the racing from Mugello. It's a quick show just to keep everyone update on all the action. Grab a beer and listen! -- ©2022 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 694: The Science of the Racer's Brain and Grid Guessing
May 30, 2022 10:16 - 3 hours - 133 MBThis exciting episode starts out with news and notes from MotoAmerica to the Northwest 200. Jim and Rich do their best to predict the grid for MotoGP 2023 season. Then, the big interview with Dr. Otto Lappi and Alan Dove, authors of the book "The Science of the Racer's Brain". This book discusses how the racers brain processes information, learns tracks, learns strategies, patterns and chunks. Jim apologizes for the abrupt end to the interview due to technical difficulties, but you'll enjoy t...
Episode 693: MotoGP Le Mans & Listener Feedback
May 26, 2022 20:05 - 1 hour - 51 MBAhead of the MotoGP circus arriving in Mugello, Rich & Jim are back together to talk about the previous race in Le Mans and the continuing fallout regarding the Suzuki withdrawal announcement. There’s a bunch of brilliant subscriber feedback so thanks to our listeners for continuing to engage and support the show. Keep the questions coming! Zoom Zoom……. -- ©2022 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 692: MotoGP Jerez & The Hamamatsu Bombshell
May 16, 2022 19:16 - 27 minutes - 14 MBAfter a week away, MotoPod is back to catch up on the shock news from Suzuki following the MotoGP race weekend in Jerez. It’s a quick show this time with Rich flying solo to talk briefly about the Suzuki news and the 3 races from Spain. Stay tuned for a more-in depth show following this weekends action at Le Mans. Do please send in your feedback, subscribe and donate if you can. -- ©2022 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 691: Red White & Blue Plus Eating Crow!
May 06, 2022 17:59 - 1 hour - 50.5 MBAnother week another MotoGP race weekend. This time Jim and Rich are talking Portimão, with a particular focus on the Moto2 race. There’s some listener feedback and a very quick mention on the World Superbike & British Superbike fronts. It’s a packed show so strap in, give it a listen and please let us have your comments and questions. As ever, subscriptions to the podcast and donations are most welcome. Enjoy… -- ©2022 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 690: MotoGP COTA
April 20, 2022 12:01 - 1 hour - 46.3 MBJim and Rich hook up to talk through the 3 races at the recent U.S. MotoGP round at COTA before the circus arrives back in Europe with Portimão next on the calendar. As ever, please subscribe, donate if you can and send us your comments and questions. -- ©2022 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 689: MotoGP Argentina
April 08, 2022 10:13 - 1 hour - 38.2 MBBefore race action kicks off again at COTA, Jim and Rich hook up to talk through the 3 races at last weekends Argentina Grand Prix at Termas de Río Hondo. Please subscribe to the show and donate if you can. In addition, please be sure to tell your like-minded mates/partners/colleagues about MotoPod and ask them to subscribe as well. Zoom Zoom……. -- ©2022 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 688: BSB Preview With Steve Day
April 04, 2022 13:06 - 1 hour - 32 MBRich is joined on the show by Steve Day, just announced as new Eurosport lead commentator for the British Superbike Championship. Steve discusses his departure from Dorna MotoGP commentating duties and looks forward to what promises to be a super competitive and compelling 2022 BSB championship. As ever, please subscribe, donate if you can and send us your comments and questions. Zoom Zoom……. -- ©2022 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 687: Indonesia Review & The Return of Gavin Emmett
March 31, 2022 13:51 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBJim and Rich catch up for a brief chat about the news and a slightly late review of the MotoGP races in Indonesia. Rich then gets to have an in-depth talk about the Indonesia races with Gavin Emmett from BT Sport. Please subscribe to the show, leave us a comment and donate if you can. Zoom Zoom……. -- ©2022 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 686: Racing’s Back; Qatar Review
March 14, 2022 19:46 - 1 hour - 184 MBThe MotoGP championship is back up and running, and what a weekend to kick off the new season. Rich and Jim get together to discuss the racing at Qatar across the 3 classes, none of which disappointed so please settle in for the news and views. Make sure to subscribe to the show, leave us a comment if you can and of course show donations are always welcome. Zoom Zoom……. -- ©2022 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 685: News, Notes, Predictions, Plus Greg White!
March 03, 2022 02:07 - 2 hours - 97.5 MBRich and Jim discuss a little bit of news before the first GP of the year at Qatar! They also make some predictions about what they think will happen during the year and at the first race. Finally, Jim got an interview with Greg White. It's 90 minutes of chatting about everything motorcycle road racing. Grab a beverage...it's a long show! -- ©2022 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 684: More Testing, Plus The Return of Dave Neal
February 25, 2022 08:50 - 2 hours - 97.2 MBRich and Jim catch up on the recent news and of course get into the detail of the second MotoGP test at Mandalika in Indonesia. For a further trip down memory lane, Rich catches up with ex-show host Dave Neal to find out what post-MotoPod life has been like and what we can look forward to in the upcoming British Superbike season. Please subscribe to the show, leave your feedback and donate if you can. Enjoy… -- ©2022 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Testing, Testing, Plus Greg Haines Returns To MotoPod
February 13, 2022 17:54 - 2 hours - 188 MBRich and Jim are back to catch up on the latest news and the recent MotoGP test in Sepang. Rich then gets to have an in-depth talk with Greg Haines from Eurosport, followed by a quick update from Greg on the recent World Superbike test in Portimão. Settle in for a very long show, but one which we hope you really enjoy. As ever, please subscribe, donate if you can and send us your comments and questions. -- ©2022 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 683: Testing, Testing, Plus Greg Haines Returns To MotoPod
February 13, 2022 17:54 - 2 hours - 188 MBRich and Jim are back to catch up on the latest news and the recent MotoGP test in Sepang. Rich then gets to have an in-depth talk with Greg Haines from Eurosport, followed by a quick update from Greg on the recent World Superbike test in Portimão....
Episode 682: All The News Plus The Return of Martin Darlington
February 09, 2022 15:52 - 2 hours - 344 MBRich and Jim are back chatting about the latest news in MotoGP, World Superbikes, British Superbikes and even an exciting development in Moto-America. There’s an in-depth listener feedback discussion on why Kawasaki won’t be back in MotoGP any time soon and, as a special treat, Rich gets to catch up with friend of the show and ex-host Martin Darlington. Do please send in your feedback, subscribe and donate if you can. -- ©2022 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 681: Make A Wish
January 22, 2022 16:58 - 58 minutes - 31.7 MBRich and Jim are back chatting about motorcycle racing. This week we get into the wish fulfilment business and ask, given the opportunity, which 3 things would you change in MotoGP and why? Have a listen and let us know your thoughts or alternative suggestions. We’ll read out any listener feedback and change suggestions on the next show. Please subscribe to the show and donate if you can. In addition, please be sure to tell your like-minded mates/partners/colleagues about MotoPod and ask them...
Episode 680: Looking Forward
January 12, 2022 12:13 - 1 hour - 40.3 MBRich & Jim catch up on the recent news after a few weeks away. Its then a look forward to the top three things (plus a few more) that are most looked forward to in the season ahead. As ever, grab a beverage and enjoy the banter. Don't forget to subscribe and keep the listener feedback coming. -- ©2021 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 679: 2021 A Look Back
December 11, 2021 11:21 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBRich and Jim get together to have a look back at the 2021 season. They talk about who rode best and whose under performed in each class. They speculate about who might be world champ next year and where KTM will put all of its talent. It was a fantastic year, so grab a cold one and start the trip down memory lane! -- ©2021 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 678: Listener Feedback & News
December 05, 2021 13:34 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBThe season may be over, but after a short pause, Rich and Jim dive into some listener feedback and catch up on some news from the worlds of MotoGP and World Superbike. -- ©2021 MotoPod Twitter || Facebook || Donate!
Episode 677: Grazie Vale
November 18, 2021 02:16 - 1 hour - 69.8 MBValentino Rossi has finally called time on his great motorcycle racing career. The nine times champ rode his last race at Valencia. It was an emotion time as Luthi and Petrucci also raced their final races as well. Rich and Jim cover the Moto3 race and dissect the incident between Foggia and Acosta. The move on to the roller coaster of emotions that came from the Moto2 race and they try to figure out who oiled the track! Congratulations to Remmy for winning the World title. Lastly they...