Podcast
The Nod
Hosted by Ben Bowers & Charley Boorman · EN
A mindful motorcycling podcast. Join hosts, Ben Bowers, Charley Boorman and Ant Partridge as they venture through the rich world of motorbike subculture with a new guest each episode. As they uncover shared passions for riding they also delve into themes of wellbeing and mental health. With guests from all corners of society we are united through the secret all bikers share. That two wheels bring joy, passion, fun and happiness.
Powered by Devitt Insurance – specialists in motorbike insurance since 1936
Supported by Quad Lock - QuadLockMoto 10% Discount with 'THENODPOD'
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Goodwood FOS Special Pt 2
Jul 2200:57:46Tap to summarizeBMW 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 more information.
Transcribe →Goodwood Festival Of Speed Special - Sam Sunderland
Jul 1500:41:28Tap to summarizeHot 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.
Transcribe →Campaign Against Living Miserably CEO - Simon Gunning
Jul 901:06:36Tap to summarizeWe 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.
Transcribe →Anthony 'Staz' Stazicker CGC - ThruDark Co-Founder
Jul 101:02:56Tap to summarizeWe 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/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →ITCHY BOOTS! AKA Noraly Schoenmaker
Jun 2400:59:22Tap to summarizeTwo 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. This really is a not to be missed episode with the biggest stars in adventure riding! (And Ben....) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Aimee Fuller
Jun 1800:45:04Tap to summarizeAfter 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/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Aldo Kane - Former sniper turned expedition specialist
Jun 1001:04:59Tap to summarizeIf 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.
Transcribe →Harvey Rides Bikes
Jun 300:54:19Tap to summarizeMany 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 bring them sweets... Powered by Devitt Insurance - Specialists in motorbike insurance since 1936Supported by Quad Lock Please subscribe, rate, follow and leave a comment! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Dr Alex George
May 27, 202501:05:18Tap to summarizeOn 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.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →McFly's Dougie Poynter
May 20, 202501:02:47Tap to summarizeCharley 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 motorbike insurance since 1936Supported by Quad Lock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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