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The NodGoodwood FOS Special Pt 2BMW Motorad and BMW kindly hosted us on their stand at Goodwood this year which gave us the opportunity to sit down with professional bike racer Alec Briggs and professional bike crasher, Stuntwoman, Laura Vörtler. Loved chatting all things two wheels, stunts, racing, mindfulness, horses and everything in-between. We swapped Charley out this week for Partridge. For insurance purposes we can't all be in the same room together.... Powered by Devitt Insurance - Specialists in motorbike insurance since 1936Supported by Quad Lock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...2025-07-2357 minThe NodGoodwood Festival Of Speed Special - Sam SunderlandHot off the Press - 2x Dakar winner Sam Sunderland has announced that he is attempting to break the WORLD RECORD for the fastest time to circumnavigate the globe on a motorcycle. We caught up with him at Goodwood for the Festival of Speed to hear all about the challenge as well as a great chat about the Dakar Rally and having the mental edge. Wishing him luck with the challenge which is supported by RedBull and Triumph. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-07-1641 minThe NodCampaign Against Living Miserably CEO - Simon GunningWe brought one of the most disruptive mental health charity CEO's onto the show to chat about bikes and suicide. Because it's important and our community can help change the narrative. This is an uplifting and inspiring chat and we hope you find it not just entertaining but genuinely useful. Be kind and check in with a mate. Listening is a lifesaver. For more resources on Suicide Prevention check out the CALM care kit here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-07-091h 06The NodAnthony 'Staz' Stazicker CGC - ThruDark Co-FounderWe cover a lot of miles in this one, both on the bikes and during a great chat. Staz has a quite remarkable career or three to share along with some epic tales including going from London to the top of the world and back in a week! Co-founder of ThruDark clothing brand, Staz and Loui have together taken a remarkable journey from Special Forces Operators to clothing entrepreneurs. And they are doing an amazing job! We had a great day with Staz and hope you enjoy this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...2025-07-021h 02The NodITCHY BOOTS! AKA Noraly SchoenmakerTwo of our greatest living motorcycle adventurers come together for this awesome episode (and Ben). Charley and Noraly aka Itchy Boots are two of the most recognised bikers on the planet so it was great to all meet up and go for a ride together! Whilst on her UK Book tour, we sat down the the afternoon to chat about her life on and off the road. With some rarely heard perspective from behind the camera it was great to get some real insight into the realities of being a travelling content creator with all the ups and downs. 2025-06-2559 min
Magic Rays of LightThe Buccaneers, Enhanced Media Experiences, and Your Friends & NeighborsSigmund and Devon highlight the return of The Buccaneers, explore how haptics and other metadata could enhance media experiences on Apple’s platforms, and recap the first season of Your Friends & Neighbors. Highlight The Buccaneers Enhanced Media Experiences Haptic Trailer for F1 Trailer Talk Foundation — Season 3 Releases Easy Money: The Charles Ponzi Story Extras F1 The Movie World Premiere Red Carpet Live Stream Government Cheese — Behind Paul Hunter’s Creative Vision Murderbot — Get Your Own SecUnit Today! Bono: Stories of Surr...2025-06-181h 23The NodAimee FullerAfter breaking Gino Rea's Collarbone in the British Motocross Championships, Aimee shifted gear to become a Snowboarder. The first woman to land a double backflip in competition to take the X-Games gold put her firmly on the map and led to representing GB in the Olympics. Hear all about her journey with its trials and tribulations with Charley and Ben on the latest episode of The Nod. Powered by Devitt Insurance – specialists in motorbike insurance since 1936Supported by Quad Lock - QuadLockMoto - 10% Discount with 'THENODPOD' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...2025-06-1845 min
Magic Rays of LighttvOS 26's Reveal and Echo ValleyShow Notes tvOS 26’s Reveal and Echo Valley Sigmund and Devon break down Apple’s tvOS and visionOS announcements from WWDC25, grade their predictions, and highlight Apple Original film Echo Valley. WWDC25 MacStories’ WWDC25 Coverage What's Coming | Foundation, Chief of War & More Trailer Talk The Wild Ones The Lost Bus Apple Original News First Look at Slow Horses Season Five Ben Stiller and Adam Scott on ‘Severance’ Season 3, Stiller’s Scrapped Character and Potential Spinoffs: ‘There Are Two Specific Ideas’ | V...2025-06-121h 30The NodAldo Kane - Former sniper turned expedition specialistIf it's outside, then Aldo has probably done it! Following ten years as a sniper in the Royal Marine Commando's Aldo turned his hand to expedition support for television productions. From taking Will Smith into an active Volcano to running safety in South America for Foxy on his Narcos series, there are not many tight spots Aldo hasn't been in. We caught up with Aldo at BMW Motorad UK HQ for a ride on some brand new models and a great chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-06-111h 04The NodHarvey Rides BikesMany of you may know Harvey from his instagram page where he rides around performing random acts of kindness to strangers he meets. Handing out Haribo has become his calling card but his rapid social media growth speaks more to the power of kindness and everyday human interactions than it does motorcycle content. As will many things, the bike is the vehicle to support a greater purpose. We loved catching up with the now unmasked Harvey and chatting about his journey to two wheels and a life of influence.... Although Ben and Charley were slightly upset that he didn't...2025-06-0454 minThe NodDr Alex GeorgeOn this weeks show Dr Alex George tells Ben and Charley that scientific research has proven that riding motorcycles positively wires your brain to stay mentally well. That's all we needed to hear. Tune in to find out more and hear about riding bikes in Wales, taking on Love Island and what it's like on the front line of the NHS. We loved meeting Alex and chatting with him. Enjoy the show.Powered by Devitt Insurance - specialists in motorbike insurance since 1936Supported by Quad Lock Hosted on Acast. See acast...2025-05-281h 05The NodMcFly's Dougie PoynterCharley and Ben go for a ride with Dougie from McFly. The bassist from the huge British Band is a new biker and big fan of Long Way....doh. Listen in to hear about life in a band and how addiction has had a huge impact on his life to date. We get some great insight into how he has tackled these challenges and what works for him to stay mentally well. It's a fascinating, honest and raw conversation with Dougie on subjects he's not spoken about publicly before.Powered by Devitt Insurance - specialists in...2025-05-211h 02The NodNew Season! Joe Wicks - The Body CoachWe are back for Season 3, powered by Devitt Insurance and supported by Quad Lock. Kicking off with fitness guru Joe Wicks, Charley and Ben sit down to talk about his long history and passion for two wheels. We also reveal the real reason his wrist was in a cast at the start of the Covid lockdown for PE with Joe! Tune in and enjoy the show. It's great to be back!Powered by Devitt Insurance - specialists in motorbike insurance since 1936Supported by Quad Lock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2025-05-1443 minThe NodDGR Special with Founder Mark HawwaBen and Charley sit down with the founder of the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride, Mark Hawwa. The global charity phenomenon which now includes the Gentleman's Drive has raised over $50Million to date and is the biggest coming together of motorcycles on one day on the planet. All in support of Men's Health through their charity partner Movember. It's something very close to Charley and Ben as ambassadors of the charity and they were delighted to sit down with Mark and hear all about it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-2842 minThe NodThe Driven Chat Pod OffThe great coming together of two behemoths of the automotive podcast world! This week the boys sit down with John Marcar and Amy Haynes from the Driven pod. It's a great chat with two awesome friends of the show. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-271h 10The NodDr Dr Dr Dr Fox! Legendary Radio DJ Neil Fox shows us how it's done. Legendary Chart Show DJ and original Pop Idol judge chats about his obsession with Harley's and having a cup of tea round at George Michael's house! It's a stripped back and honest chat covering a wide range of the highs and lows of his life and career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-2655 minThe NodBrandon PaaschBen and Ant take a trip to the Triumph factory to sit down with Brandon. He's won the Daytona 200 in stunning fashion onboard a Triumph and has a chap who raced a bit called Shakey Byrne as a manager. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-2549 minThe NoddeBolex Motorcycles' Calum Pryce-Tidd deBolex are a world renowned builder of custom and limited run motorcycles. Widely considered to be one of the very based UK based builders, Calum and his team have a reputation for not just beautifully designed but also high performing motorcycles. The latest edition is the dB25 which has customers including Joe Wicks. Do like, subscribe and share! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-2446 minThe NodRobert Nightingale - Co-Founder of Malle LondonThis week we are joined by the Co-Founder of adventure apparel brand Malle London. Diving into the world of inappropriate motorcycle racing and rallies we also discuss loss and the resurrection of the bike that inspired The Malle Mile. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-2247 minThe NodMagical times with Fred WeasleyHarry Potter star and new rider James popped down for ride with the boys and chat. We love talking with new riders about their new found passion and freedom and James was no exception. From child superstardom in Harry Potter alongside his twin brother Oliver, James has had an interesting life to say the least! Enjoy this one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-1750 minThe NodMark Sheppard - Star of SupernaturalKicking off Season 2 with an amazing chat with Mark Sheppard. From supporting U2 on tour, playing Crowley in Supernatural and a love of Ducati's, this episode is a great insight into a man that has done so much in a single lifetime. A storyteller in its purest sense, Mark was a joy to sit down with. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-1747 min
Aim High and Achieve Podcast#14 Paul "Mungo" Mungeam - Adventure Camera ManOVER THE LAST 25+ YEARS ‘MUNGO’ (PAUL MUNGEAM), HAS EXCELLED AS A CAMERAMAN – SPECIALISING IN ADVENTURE TV.
During his career he has travelled to over 95 countries, filming for all the major broadcasters and working with some of the biggest names on TV: Bear Grylls, Will Ferrell, Ben Stiller, Kate Winslet, Simon Cowell, Freddie Flintoff and Charley Boorman (to name but a few).
Following his demand in Adventure TV, Mungo has now stepped in front of the camera and for the first time, his own adventures will be watched on TV around the World.
As well as being the author of two publis...2024-02-231h 07The NodMotoGP Special - Jake DixonThe good folks at Triumph invited the boys along to Silverstone for the MOTOGP weekend and whilst there they sat down with Moto2 superstar and all round good guy, Jake Dixon. It's a really great chat with a young man that has lived a lot in his young years. Whilst there, Ben also was lucky to ride the Moto2 edition Street Triple around the track. Big thanks to Triumph for that bit of fun! And that's your lot for Season 2. We'll be back after a summer break! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-0943 minThe NodLive at the Malle MileThe penultimate show of Season Two and our first live podcast show if you will. The guys at the Malle Mile asked us to chat in the Lost Club so we thought why not record it and let you all hear what goes on. Hosted by the wonderful Sam Barham, the boys talk about their pasts, why do the podcast and how it's going. Don't worry there is also some chat about the Dakar rally from Charley and some therapy for Ant... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-0229 minThe NodNiels Peter-Jensen - NPJThe boys are at the Malle Mile and meet up with Niels who is over from Germany. A former World Cup mountain bike racer, Niels moved into free riding then motorcycles. He's also got his own computer game! Ant and Ben catch up with him at the end of the weekend when all the racing and commentating is done. So apologies for some husky voices! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-2637 minThe NodA Goodwood Festival of Speed RetrospectiveThey boys spent some time at Goodwood FOS last week doing a spot of riding and rubbing shoulders with some proper legends. Charley and Ben spend some time catching up on that and a little look back and check in on the series to date. Ant and Ben take a wander around the paddock as well and check out Ben's potential ride.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-1949 minThe NodMark Richardson - Skunk AnansieWhat does it feel like to sit in front of tens of thousands of people who are there to listen to you play? Skunk Anansie and Feeder Drummer, Mark Richardson, joins the boys this week to chat about the highs and lows of life as a rock star. A long term biker and keen enduro rider, Mark shares how bikes helped him through some of his darkest days and how much he loves his Ducati Desert X.... Mark is an inspiring and talented guy with a big heart who has done a huge amount to support the mental health of...2023-07-0555 min
drivenchatCharley Boorman, Ben Bowers & Ant Partridge - It's a Nod Pod Crossover!Charley Boorman is a TV presenter, global explorer, and travel writer famed for travelling the world with Ewan McGregor on the popular TV shows The Long Way Round, The Long Way Up and The Long Way Down. Ben Bowers is a presenter, a men's health campaigner and an event commentator. Ant Partridge is a custom motorcycle builder, a television personality, and now is a dabbler in stand-up comedy. Charley, Ben and Ant as a trio are the hosts of MCN's The Nod Podcast, a mindful motorcycling podcast and this week, The Nod joins Driven for a podcast crossover episode.2023-07-031h 20The NodTitch CormackThis week we are joined by former UK Special Forces Operator and star of BBC2's Speed Shop, Titch Cormack back out on the Norton's and having a chat. As you can imagine, Titch has had a rather remarkable life to date and brings a fascinating insight into life in the military and how his most challenging mission was not in combat but simply being a father and business owner. Listen on now for a fantastic chat with one of the good ones. Don't forget to rate the show and leave a review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...2023-06-211h 03The NodIwan Thomas MBEFormer Olympic 400m runner Iwan Thomas joins the boys this week for a special treat and exclusive 'First Ride'. Norton Motorcycles have kindly dropped off a couple of the brand new V4CR's for them all to have a go on. The first people outside of Norton to be allowed on the bikes! After the ride they sit down to chat about running, riding and some previously untold stories. We are big fan's of Iwan and how he goes about his life. Listen in the hear more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-1445 min
RHLSTP with Richard HerringCan I Have My Ball Back? Episode 1#1 Shelling Peas with Charley Boorman - A brand new podcast series that’s happy to admit that it’s a load of bollocks. Uniballer Richard Herring tells the story of how he came to lose one of his Chuckle Brothers, talks to other monoballs and teste experts (testperts) about these remarkable and vulnerable organs. In episode one Richard recounts what happened when he first became concerned about his weird big bollock and talks to Richard Herring lookalike and fellow motorcycle enthusiast and womble, Charley Boorman to find out how his dog helped him diagnose his own testicular cancer.And...2023-04-1439 minThe NodGeorge BlagdenStar of hit show Vikings and one careful owner of a Triumph Bonnevile, George pops into the studio to chat with the boys about the film industry, his bike history and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-2245 minThe NodGrace WebbIt's back to school for Ben, Charley and Ant this week as they are joined by Grace Webb. A former primary school teacher, Grace has officially the best job in the world as host of hit CBBC show Grace's Amazing Machines. Having grown up at Donnington Park (Her grandfather created the modern circuit), ridden bikes since she was 17 and presented the Thundersport GB race series, it was a natural progression to presenting. Grace is an inspiring women trailblazing a path within the male dominated motorsport world and inspiring young girls and women along the way. The boys are all proud...2022-05-2551 minThe NodNick EnglishWith Ant away in Germany, Ben and Charley are joined by British Watch making pioneer, Nick English. Interested in all things British and mechanical, Nicks passion for anything dangerous runs deep. Adversity has ensued after surviving a plane crash that killed his father. From this crisis Bremont Watches was born. Listen in to hear how often moments of great trauma and the aftermath bring clarity and passion to to the forefront. There are some great tales from the road too. Follow us on Instagram and let us know what you think of the podcast:@thenodpod@IamBenBowers@CharleyBoorman@IamMrPartridgeBuy your The...2022-05-1842 minThe NodD*FaceD*Face is a world renowned artist, biker and all round legend. In this episode we explore themes of validation, isolation and finding solace on the open road. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-1134 minThe NodShakey ByrneThe most successful British Superbike Rider in history, Shakey’s story is a fascinating insight into adversity, drive, resilience, and determination. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-1147 minThe NodDamon HillWe're kicking off our first guest episode with F1 World Champion, Damon Hill. Confusing perhaps for a motorcycle podcast but listen in to find out about Damon’s bike racing career long before he raced cars as well as his struggles with grief. It’s a belter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-1147 minThe NodAnt, Ben and CharleyAnt, Ben and Charley kick off the season with a chat between themselves. Setting out as they mean to go on, it’s not exactly polished despite Ben’s efforts as Ant and Charley struggle to leave their egos at the door. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-1135 minThe NodTrailerComing soon! The Nod - an original mindful motorcycle podcast from MCN. Join your hosts Ben Bowers, Charley Boorman and Ant Partridge as they venture into the rich world of motorbike subculture, wellbeing, and mental health with a new guest from all corners of society each episode. Joined by F1 World Champion Damon Hill, British Superbike Rider Shakey Byrne, and world-renowned legend D*Face to name a few. Ben, Ant, and Charley talk about it all, from finding solace in two wheels on the open road, to grappling with grief. Get a taster of the first series here... Hosted...2022-05-0300 min
The Nod with MCNTrailerComing soon! The Nod - an original mindful motorcycle podcast from MCN. Join your hosts Ben Bowers, Charley Boorman and Ant Partridge as they venture into the rich world of motorbike subculture, wellbeing, and mental health with a new guest from all corners of society each episode. Joined by F1 World Champion Damon Hill, British Superbike Rider Shakey Byrne, and world-renowned legend D*Face to name a few. Ben, Ant, and Charley talk about it all, from finding solace in two wheels on the open road, to grappling with grief. Get a taster of the first series here...2022-05-0300 min
Serendipity SoupOliver DudleyWelcome to Serendipity Soup! The antidote to celebrity success podcasts. What can we learn from extremes? This month I’m talking to Oliver Dudley who has experienced probably the most extreme career I’ve covered to date in terms of its highs and lows. He’s a property developer who lost 95% of his wealth during the 2008 financial crash but has – if you’ll forgive the pun – rebuilt his company from the ground up. He’s an amateur sportsman who rowed across the Atlantic despite a deep-seated terror of cold water. And he’s a motivational speaker who coached the worl...2022-05-011h 02
SUPfm The International Stand Up Paddle Board PodcastBonus Episode #1 : The Big Stand Up / Casper Steinfath / The Long Paddle 2021In advance of Season 4 we're throwing out some bonus episodes to highlight paddlers doing inspirational stuff on the water.Casper Steinfeth completed the latest in his Viking Crossing series completing the 123km challenge on his hydrofoil.Check him out at https://www.redbull.com/int-en/athlete/casper-steinfathHis first Viking crossing is here : https://www.redbull.com/int-en/films/skagerrak-filmBen Bowers has put together an incredible team to complete The Big Stand Up, a charity paddle for Movember, raising money for the men's health charity.The team consists...2021-05-1724 min