The Dirt Buzz

On this week's episode of The Dirt Buzz, I'm joined by Jason Gearld, founder and owner of Phoenix Handlebars and a Business Development Manager for MotorcycleIndustryJobs.com. Jason is a powersports industry veteran who has worked for industry brands Fox Racing, Hammerhead Designs, and MSR Hard Parts. His diverse skill set has allowed him to work in sales, marketing, and product development roles through the years, culminating in the creation of his own brand Phoenix Handlebars in 2017. Get t...

My guest on this episode is Brad Gebhardt, founder and host of the Big MX Radio podcast. Brad is a Motocross, and Supercross superfan with a photographic memory filled with moto knowledge and historical stats. He's been in the MX podcast game since 2013 and recently surpassed the 800 episode mark. Get to know Brad in this episode as he shares his experience in powersports as a content creator and podcast show host.If you like what we're doing with The Dirt Buzz, please consider becoming a Pat...

My guest on this episode is Brett Smith, founder of We Went Fast and contributor to META and Racer X Illustrated. Brett has helped elevate storytelling in the two-wheel space by authoring such pieces as Little Giant: The PW50 Story, Miracle Boy: The Austin Forkner Story, Chapter 4: A Ricky Carmichael Story, and many other informative long-form articles. His latest piece is titled "50 Years of Sundays: 'On Any Sunday' Will Change Your Life," a tribute to the 50th anniversary of the theatrical ...

In episode 021, I’m joined by John Simanovich, Founder and Promoter of Moto4Kids.Racing, a new motocross series based in Southern California, motorsports race announcer and event host, voice-over talent, and lifelong racer and motorcycle enthusiast. John shares his experience starting a race series designed to celebrate both the future and former stars of the sport that mixes the fringe with the fast for a racing season filled with family fun that’s ideal for first-time racers.Thanks for list...

My guest on this episode is Jedidiah Snelson, founder of Attack Weakness and a former aspiring motocross racer whose life changed in an instant after a 2014 crash left him paralyzed from the waist down. In true racer fashion, Jedidiah did not let his situation stand in the way of achieving his life goals. Since he’s become a leader in the burgeoning adaptive CrossFit movement and an inspiration to others, pushing the boundaries of what many thought impossible for adaptive athletes.Thanks for ...

My guest on this episode is Tony Wenck, Owner of Riverside Raceway in Winterset, Iowa, former host and co-creator of the Pit Pass Radio Show, and lifelong racer and representative for brands like Wiseco Piston and TiLube Motorsports. Listen in as Tony talks about running a successful motocross track, events such as the Justin Brayton Shootout and Vurb Moto Dirt Bikes Are Dope Shred Tour, selling fireworks in Iowa, and riding and racing in Baja.Thanks for listening! Get out and enjoy lif...

My guest on this episode is Andrew Campo, Founding Partner and Publisher of META, storyteller, world traveler, and all-around incredible human. Listen in as Andrew shares his experiences managing and evolving a successful print publication in an ever-expanding digital landscape, searching for aliens in Colorado, and inspiring others to throw a leg over a motorcycle.Thanks for listening! Get out and enjoy life on two wheels, listen to great music, be kind to each other, and Keep the Buzz Rolli...

On this episode of the Dirt Buzz Podcast, my guest is Steve Matthes, Founder and Owner of the Pulp MX Network, Editor-at-Large for Racer X, and freelance contributor to motocross websites and publications worldwide. He is a pioneer in the podcast segment with one of the first dedicated motocross podcasts, the Pulp MX Show, where he’s produced weekly live shows for over ten years. Listen in as we swap stories, and Steve shares how Pulp MX has grown to become a powersports podcast empire from i...

My guest on this episode is powersports industry veteran Robin Hartfiel. Robin has spent over 35 years in motorcycle industry media and marketing, is currently the Managing Editor and Publisher of Dealernews Magazine, and was elected to the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) Board of Directors in 2020. Listen in as we discuss the state of motorsports media and advertising and as Robin shares some of his memories from a lifetime in powersports.Thanks for listening! Get out and enjoy life on two...

My guest on this episode is Andrew Short, former factory pro Motocross and Supercross racer turned factory rally-raid racer for the Monster Energy Yamaha Official Rally Team. Listen is as Andrew talks about what he’s been up to during the pandemic, what’s ahead for him in his rally career, as well as shares a few memories from the past.Thanks for listening! Get out and enjoy life on two wheels, listen to great music, be kind to each other, and Keep the Buzz Rolling. Have a question about the...