ATV-TALK A Motorsport Podcast

In this captivating episode, join us as we shine the spotlight on Brandon Hoag, a rising sensation in the MX series. Immerse yourself in his inspiring journey as he discusses his remarkable ascent to the pro class, battling it out with tenacious competitors, and navigating the intense pressures of being a professional ATV racer. Mark your calendars for new episodes every Tuesday and be sure to subscribe to ensure you never miss out on thrilling interviews with your favorite racers. Fuel your passion for motorsports with us!

During his episode, Brian Jenkins, tells us the story of his life with Michelle. Their connection to the ATV industry and the people that helped them along the way of their careers.

Danny Magdaleno is a west coast desert racing specialist. He competes in SCORE and BITD. He has a great group of people backing him up, friends, and family for moral and technical support. During his episode he told me his backstory, it's pretty interesting, you should check it out.

I met Alex Westerholm at Duncan Racing while helping him restore his 250R. During our conversations, I learned about him and his military career. I decided to invite him to be a guest for the Inspired episodes because his story really inspired me. I wanted to share his story with you, the ATV-TALk fans, hoping you enjoy his story just as much as I did.

Women MX keeps growing, for this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with 3 very fast very talented young ladies. During the second installment of ATV-TALK Chats, we invited Niamh Shaw, Andrea Berger, & Michelle Jenkins.

Logan Stanfield is an aggressive young pro motocross racer. He's making a name for himself as he's learning what it's like to be a professional in ATV racing. Tune in and listen to what drives this young man on his quest.

Michelle Jenkins, the mayor, was never afraid to speak her mind. The overwhelming amount of people she touched is amazing. As a racer, she was a fierce competitor. As a friend, she was a pillar of strength. Tune in to her episode to learn more about her and her career.

In the off-road industry, women athletes are overlooked. In this episode we take the time, to sit down with Donna Elsworth, Layne Fryar, and Torey Matajcich. Our focus topic was how to promote women,'s, professional class.

For episode eleven of inspired, I decided to bring back my dad Danny Duncan. During the chat, we talked about his motorcycle racing, the ATV industry, and its evolution. In this episode, Danny told us his fascinating story of how he made his first riding helmet.

David Haagsma, former WORCS champion, took a big chance and went back to the GNC. He finished fourth. With no warning, he retired and started a family. Wait! he's back on the pro-WORCS line!

Jess Elioff is a first-year WXC Pro. She stepped up to the pro class, which was the next natural step in her ATV career. She grabbed the win in only her second pro ride. She is one to watch for in the future!

Jacob Stevens is a pro AM rider in the GNC. During his episode, Stevens, told us his backstory. He also told us about his aspiration of moving west and racing pro WORCS.

Niamh Shaw is the 2018 WMX Champion! After injuries and other setbacks, Shaw decided in 2021 she would do everything she can to make her come back and regain her #1 plate. She's an amazing young lady with an incredible story.

Travis Henschel was a staff sergeant in the US Army. He is one of the many American heroes devoted to the security of this country. His story is about the human sacrifice that soldiers make for us every day.

Evan Spooner is a season veteran, he's been around a long time. He made his way in the MX series on the west coast. He's transitioning nicely into an off-road racer in the WORCS series. Keep your eye on this one!

We really wanted to get an update on Travis Damon's career, so we invited him back for a second episode. During his episode we talked about how he is doing in the ATV class and about his progress in learning how to ride an ATV. We also talked about his pro M/C career.

For Monday's episode, we decided we wanted to make a special tribute to Mothers, especially ATV mothers. We sat down with 3 race moms/ 3 race wives to get their perspectives on the life of racers. This episode is also a tribute to my mother Judith Duncan, we love you mom, thank you for all you have done.

In the world of ATVs, the name Doug Gust is instantly recognized, you hear a lot about this tough guy, a legend. During his episode, Doug told us what it took to become one of the greatest of his craft.

For episode 62 I chose the second episode of Kory Ellis because we had a great time taping it. The second half of Kory's career was just as exciting as the first. We had a great time talking about different machines and all the fun times of his travels.

Sherri Kukla is the co-editor and co-publisher of San Diego's iconic S&S Off-Road Magazine. Kukla and her husband have been bringing stories and information to the off-road community for the past 38 years.

On episode 52 we chatted with Jim Babbitt, Tracey Dickson, and Mike Coe. We talked about industry growth, factories, and old-school racing. Today we launch the second and longer version of that chat. Continuing on the last story told in the previous episode.

Eli Madero is an ATV/SxS enthusiast working in the ATV industry mostly on sales and marketing. Bones (OMF) is a respectable ATV, UTV wheel manufacturer. I invited them to join this episode so we could talk about the industry's growth, what is currently going on in the industry, and what direction the industry is heading.

Brandy Richards Is a name you will want to remember. There are no walls she cant conquer, she's beating men at their own game. I know we usually are an ATV only show, but this gal is on fire.

Beau Baron is a 9 time champion and probably more to come. As he was headed to retirement, people said he had lost his mojo, so Baron started training again. And now he is 40 years old and riding like a teenager. Tune in to find out more of what caused him to come back and stand on the top of the box again.

Jason Duncan is an American dream story come true. He worked hard and learned from every different place he spent time in. From Duncan Racing to Time Warner cable. With a good friend and love for offroad racing, his dreams are coming true.

Great moments in sports history could be the slogan for Kory Ellis' racing life. Ellis made a huge impact winning a Mickey Thompson race in San Diego in front of 40,000 people. Tune in for the rest of the story...

For episode 56 I decided to call my dad Danny Duncan and my son Danny Duncan II so we could record a chat about our ATV family history. We talked extensibly about the industry and we even talked little bit about us. I hope you enjoy listening to this as much as we loved taping it. I love these two!

During his episode, Erin Simmons, told us how he came back from the brink the darkness (his drug addiction). And how the love a woman and the passion for racing brought him back to the light.

TPQ, wow, this guy has left his mark on so many of our lives as a racer and a friend. With his episode, you will find out what Tim Shelman is up to now. He is just as crazy today as he ever was.

During his third INSPIRED episode, Mike Penland and I talk about Baja. We talked about how much the sport of ATV racing means to his family and about dealing with great loss.

Let's go back to 1984, Ted Trey was racing GNCC on an ATC 250R. He was racing against a fierce group of competitors, all trying to win the first Pro title. We talked about black water, Factory Honda, and life after racing.

Welcome to ATV-TALK Chats. For this episode, I sat down with three ATC racers, Jim Babbitt, Tracey Dickson, and Mike Coe. We talked about industry growth, factories, and old-school racing.

Episode 51 features returning guest Torey Matajcich and her dad Jack Pruyn. The two-time WORCS women champ and her mechanic superfan dad Jack gave us an update on 2020 and what's new for 2021.

The first time I sat down with Jimmy White, we only scratched the surface. I think this time we've made up for it. Sit back and enjoy this episode full of stories about this legend taking on 2 and 4 Strokes and the differences between being a rider vs a manager.

Pat Carrigan has spent his life behind the camera. His photos have made men and machine look amazing. Sometimes the behind the scene story can be more intriguing than you think.

During Jim Babbitt's episode, we will jump into the time machine and travel back to 1972. Three-wheelers were making their debut and Jim Babbitt was starting his racing career. Try to imagine riding a non-suspended three-wheeler with a 90cc engine.

Kenny Sanford III is last years Pro-Am champ! He's rolling into the Pro class, hoping to make an impact on the Pros. We'll continue to keep an eye on his career.

Hunter Hart is a young hard charger. He's making his presence felt in the Pro class. Last year he was 7th, this year he could go even higher, keep watching him rise to the top.

Cynthia Prefontaine is an extreme sports junky. She races from ATV's to snowmobiles and M/C. She lives life to the fullest. Enjoy watching her take on the sports world.

Curtis Howard is a husband, father, and hard working Plumber. His story is, I bet, common for lots of former Military Men and Women. I had no idea this nice guy was a bad ass war fighter.

Andrea Berger started riding when she was 5 years old on a three wheeler. She is a 2 time WMX ATV National Champion. Berger is young and dynamic, she is on the move!

Austin Abney is an up and coming XC2 Pro-AM Champion. He moved to the pro class 2021. He's a racer you must keep and eye on!

Randy Perry is a developer and a race dad. He cares so much about the racers that he bought the WORCS racing series. Why? because he wanted the series and industry to grow.

Hillclimb Racing has a science all to its self. Long time racer turned race official, Jim Vidmar, lets us in on some secrets and politics of the iconic race Pikes peak hillclimb.

During his second Inspired episode, Mike Penland, told us about his highs and lows when he was developing the factory Kawaski 4x4 program.

During his second episode, we learned that Joe Byrd's storytelling improves with age and so does his racing. Love him or hate him, he's so much fun to talk to!

If you raced GNC in the 90's, then you knew Susan Parker. She helped pave the way in Women's MX. Not only could she ride an ATV well, she was also quite the showman.

Greg Row is a hometown legend. He grew up in Southern California, desert racing D38. He raced the King of the Desert , Score, and BITD. He's won races and championships spanning 35 plus years.

Max Lindquist is the 7x ATV/MX Amateur National Champion. He is the 2020 Pro-Am National Champion and the 2020 Amateur Rider of the Year. He went from Pro-Am racer in 2020 to rookie pro in 2021. He is a man on the move, he's now riding with the 7-time champ and that will help his transition well into the pros. Keep your eye on this rocket, good things to come!

Jesi Stracham is a fascinating young woman, and I think her story will change your life. Jesi is a trauma survivor on a mission to help individuals see the opportunity in their obstacles. She is the founder of Wheel With Me Foundation, the owner of Wheel With Me Consulting, and a fitness and growth coach. Through her struggles, she works for teaching individuals the power of our mindset. During her episode, Jesi taught us to respect our own lives. She discussed her different situations and she concluded to be open to looking for other options.