Palaver

Colin Varanyak is on fire, I share a Brian Foster quote about buying more time as an over 30's pro BMXer, the Supreme S&M Dirt Bike is now on eBay for $18,500*, and I get all choked up toward the end of the podcast! Enjoy!

*Shipping not included!

Once again, no guest.  Random ramblings and thoughts. And, once again, a podcast episode named after an 80's pop song!  

Random talk, information, and stories.  Just had some fun and BS'd for a little bit.  

George Polachek was a dedicated, passionate western PA trail kid.  George was one of many talented riders and trail builders in the Pittsburgh BMX scene who seemed to have the right attitude and skill set to be around in BMX for a long long time.  However, just as George was starting to gain some recognition (pics in a few major BMX publications and clips in videos) and secure some longevity within the sport, he seemingly disappeared.  Recently, after nearly two decades, George and I reconnected and I was in awe of what he's been up to since his departure from BMX.  He transferred his passion for riding BMX to flying planes, quite literally jet-setting around the world.  He loves what he does as a corporate pilot, yet reflects fondly on the times that he spent in the woods of western, PA with a bike and a shovel.  This is my friend, George Polachek.  Enjoy.  

What can you say about Morgan that hasn't been said already? Morgan exploded on to the scene in the early millennium and has maintained a solid career in BMX for over 15 years now.  X Games medals, Nora Cups, video parts, etc... there's very little that Morgan hasn't conquered in his career.  Even with all his accolades and accomplishments, Morgan refuses to slow down and continues to bring his riding to, quite literally, new heights! This interview comes hot off the heels of a stellar year on the bike having just medaled in this year's X Games and winning best trick at Battle Of Hastings.  Even though once labeled as a "loose cannon", Morgan is extremely calculated and - dare I say - brilliant when it comes to his style of riding.  He can break things down and explain tricks in ways that I've never heard any other rider be able to do.  Even though I was slightly unprepared for this interview, I really love the way that it turned out... and I hope that you like it, too!

Coming from the legendary P.U.S.H. trail scene in Pittsburgh, PA, Todd Walkowiak made a big splash in BMX when dirt jumping was at it's peak.  Todd's riding was technical, creative, and consistent which brought him to the top of podiums in various dirt jumping contests around the world.  Todd is also THAT GUY that is seemingly good at everything he tries and, even though he's talented and smart, he's incredibly humble, saying "If you're prepared then things are easy...".  Listen to find out more about one of my favorite riders of all time, Todd "Barspiniak" Walkowiak! 

Hailing from Lynn, Massachusetts, Ryan "Biz" Jordan has had a BMX career that has spanned over two decades... and shows no signs of slowing.  From the trails to the rails, there's very little that Biz hasn't conquered during the course of his career.  Biz remains, to this day, one of the most gifted (and underrated) all around BMXers of all time.  At the age of 38, Biz has most recently put out a hard-hitting street part in Mike Mastroni's "Headlights" video.  Biz is very current in BMX media therefore I didn't want to try to create a story where there wasn't one or try to delve into BMX philosophy.  This is simply two friends sharing some stories, talking some shit, and having some laughs.  Enjoy! 

Stew Johnson took an early organic approach to making BMX videos by simply documenting the travels and sessions that him and his friends were a part of in the mid 90's.  Little did Stew realize, the video's that him and his friends would make would help inspire BMXers of multiple generations.  Armed with a strong work ethic and a non-stop passion for BMX, Stew has become one of the most respected film makers in the BMX industry and, to this day, remains a staple of the BMX industry.  Listen and find out more about Stew Johnson! 

A natural on a BMX bike, Jerry Bagley rode a wave of success as top-ten dirt jumper at a time when BMX dirt jumping was at it's peak.  Jerry's professionalism on and off the bike landed him some of the most high profile sponsors in the modern era - case & point, he was the first North American athlete to represent Red Bull.  True to his nature, Jerry doesn't hold back his feelings, and talks openly and honestly about the payoffs and pitfalls of his professional BMX career.  Enjoy! (Big thanks to Ryan "Biz" Jordan for being my co-host and carting me around southern California!)

Chris Stauffer was born and raised in the BMX trail mecca that is Bethlehem, PA.  With his surroundings and the abundance of talented riders in Bethlehem to ride with in the late 90's, Chris would go on to develop one of the most iconic and respected trail styles in all of BMX.  With a starring role in the BMX bible that is "Anthem 'Home Of The Brave'" Chris's career got spring boarded into a life of traveling the country/world to showcase his signature style.  Like many BMX professionals, Chris had his fair share of ups and downs and even totally quit riding for a couple years.  With the support of some close friends, Chris battled though his dark times and eventually found his way back to his bike and back to the trails! Even though Chris has been out of the BMX spotlight for a few years now, he still has one of the most respected trail styles and one of the best tabletops OF ALL TIME! Listen to find out more!