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Send us Fan MailWe have Red Bull KTM's Julien Beaumer and Feld Entertainment's Director of Public Relations for Supercross Sean Brennen. We'll be talking about what we're looking forward to most with A1, recapping the latest rounds of AMA Arenacross, and our normal segments. As always we'll have the TBolt USA Top 5, Evans Coolant Emails, Barnett Clutch's Pick One, the X Brand Forum Check-In, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at [email protected] with your picks or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.

Send us Fan MailWe checked in with some of the 2024 rookies to get an update on what they learned, highlights, and advice they'd give to the '25 rookies. We also talked to a few of the 2025 rookies to hear their expectations and thoughts on living the dream of being a professional Supercross rider. Interview features, Casey Cochran, Evan Ferry, Reid Taylor, Julien Beaumer, Ryder DiFrancesco, Daxton Bennick, Avery Long, Cole Davies, and Gavin Towers.

Send us Fan MailPhoenix Racing announces five-time Arenacross champion Kyle Peters will undergo surgery for a neck issue and will not finish the season.

Send us Fan MailThe 2025 Monster Energy AMA Supercross season starts with Anaheim 1 at Anaheim's Angel Stadium on January 11. Jett Lawrence, Cooper Webb, Chase Sexton, Eli Tomac, Jason Anderson, Ken Roczen, Hunter Lawrence, Aaron Plessinger, Justin Barcia, Jorge Prado and more make this 450SX's deepest field. In this Vital MX preview, hosts of the 'Post-Race Show' podcast – Lewis Phillips and Michael Lindsay – talk about the effectiveness of each athlete. DeCal Works, Fox Racing and Yoshimura support the show.

Send us Fan MailWe have Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki’s Levi Kitchen to discuss the upcoming SuperMotocross season and a run for a title. Then Rock River Yamaha’s Austin Politelli join to talk about the AMA Arenacross championship so far, his competition, and more. As always we'll have the TBolt USA Top 5, the X Brand Forum Check-In, the ETS Racing Fuels Turd's Take with Hudson Short, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at [email protected] with your Highs and Lows, picks, or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.

Send us Fan MailThe 1993 AMA Supercross series saw Jeremey McGrath being the first rookie to win the premier class title. In '24, Jett Lawrence became only the third rookie to achieve that feat. Jamie Guida wanted to write a story discussing who the 'Greatest Rookie of All Time' is, and in doing so interviewed six of the riders from the '93 season to get their thoughts on MC's first year. He felt like that audio was interesting enough to be shared in podcast form. Part one of two featured Jeremy McGrath, Damon Bradshaw, and Jeff Emig. Part two features Mike Kiedrowski, Steve Lamson, and Jeff Stanton.

Send us Fan MailThe 1993 AMA Supercross series saw Jeremey McGrath being the first rookie to win the premier class title. In '24, Jett Lawrence became only the third rookie to achieve that feat. Jamie Guida wanted to write a story discussing who the 'Greatest Rookie of All Time' is, and in doing so interviewed six of the riders from the '93 season to get their thoughts on MC's first year. He felt like that audio was interesting enough to be shared in podcast form. This is part one of two featuring Jeremy McGrath, Damon Bradshaw, and Jeff Emig. Part two will feature Mike Kiedrowski, Steve Lamson, and Jeff Stanton. Look for the article on Vital MX on Christmas Day.

Send us Fan MailAvery Long sits down to discuss signing with AEO Powersports KTM Racing for 2025 and the struggles of finding a ride.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Moto Moms we talk to Lisa DiFrancesco, mom to Ryder DiFrancesco. We discuss Ryder's amateur career, pressures of racing, going pro, and more.

Send us Fan MailIn this edition of Industry Insights we talk to the East Coast Race Team Coordinator for Red Bull Factory KTM Racing, Seth Rarick. Seth discusses racing as an amateur and pro, helping Cooper Webb, and how he became a trainer, team manager, and now his position at KTM.

Send us Fan MailYou, the fans, picked a deep dive into the 2008 FIM Motocross World Championship. Lewis Phillips and Adam Wheeler deliver that in this revealing podcast, which covers the inner workings of expired contracts and rumored scandals within the paddock. The amount of new information, despite the 'old' subject matter, is enough to prompt any fan to salivate.

Send us Fan MailWe have Yamaha Rockstar Husqvarna's Malcolm Stewart on to talk about Paris SX, the off-season training, and 2025. Then Muc-Off/FXR/ClubMX Yamaha's Devin Simonson will be on the phone to talk about his new deal and riding at Club. As always we'll have the TBolt USA Top 5, the X Brand Forum Check-In, the ETS Racing Fuels Turd's Take with Hudson Short, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at [email protected] with your Highs and Lows, picks, or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.

Send us Fan MailKen Roczen, Shane McElrath, Joey Savatgy, and Coty Schock discuss all that happened at the final round of the 2024 FIM World Supercross Championship in Abu Dhabi.

Send us Fan MailThree-time AMA Endurocross champion Cody Webb has joined Yamaha Motor USA and bLU cRu for 2025. Webb's accomplishments also include being a six-time winner of the Tennessee Knockout, a FIM SuperEnduro World Champion, being the first and only American to podium at Erzberg Rodeo, and more. Here he discusses why he left KTM, being with Sherco for five years, his retirement plans, events he has scheduled in '25, and more.

Send us Fan MailYamaha Motor USA announced eight-time GNCC champion Kailub Russell has signed with AmPro Yamaha to compete in 2025. In this interview Russell discusses working as the KTM off-road trainer, why he wanted to come back to racing, mental preparation, rumors of a Yamaha 350, if KTM's finances were a factor, and more.

Send us Fan MailWe talk to Yamaha Star Racing's Caden Dudney to discuss signing with Star, Mini O's, and more. Rocky Mountain ATV/MC/Red Bear/Kawasaki's Caleb Wood will join us to talk about winning the GNCC YXC1 title, racing in Mini O's, and what's next. Then former NSA Yamaha rider Avery Long will be on the line to talk about being one of the most successful current amateurs but struggling to find a ride for '25. As always we'll have our Yamaha Motor USA Highs and Lows, the X Brand Forum Check-In, the ETS Racing Fuels Turd's Take with Hudson Short, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at [email protected] with your Highs and Lows, picks, or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.

Send us Fan MailJoey Savatgy, Shane McElrath, Coty Schock and Cullin Park discuss all that happened at the third round of the 2024 FIM World Supercross Championship in Perth.

Send us Fan MailKen Roczen, Dean Wilson, Enzo Lopes, Coty Schock, Shane McElrath and Joey Savatgy discuss all that happened at the second round of the 2024 FIM World Supercross Championship in Perth.

Send us Fan MailIn this installment of Industry Insights, we talk to photographer Simon Cudby, who has shot some of the most iconic photos and magazine covers in Supercross and motocross history.

Send us Fan MailThis week we have Triumph Racing's Austin Forkner on to talk about switching teams for the first time since he was an amateur, his new program and bike, and what his expectations are for the upcoming season. Then MCR Honda's Ryan Breece joins to discuss the first two rounds of the AMA Arenacross series, working with his new team, and WSX. As always we'll have our Yamaha Motor USA Highs and Lows, the X Brand Forum Check-In, the ETS Racing Fuels Turd's Take with Hudson Short, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at [email protected] with your Highs and Lows, picks, or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod Show is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.

Send us Fan MailThe Vital MX 'MXGP Podcast Show' returns with a discussion about the landscape within the FIM Motocross World Championship and the position of promoters, Infront Moto Racing. Hosts Lewis Phillips and Adam Wheeler dive into hot-button issues with support from Polisport, All Balls Racing and EVS.

Send us Fan MailWe have Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Aaron Plessinger to recap his 2024 season including MXdN and to look towards 2025. Then, Orange Brigade Team Manager Daniel Blair will join to discuss amateur racing, the upcoming GT Arena Motocross Nationals, and more. As always we'll have our Yamaha Motor USA Highs and Lows, the X Brand Forum Check-In, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at [email protected] with your Highs and Lows, picks, or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod Show is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.

Send us Fan MailJordon Smith discusses his new opportunity with the Triumph Racing SuperMotocross team for 2025 and beyond.

Send us Fan MailWe talk to Ryan Villopoto to recap his first GNCC weekend where he raced a quad and YZ125. Then three time WXC champion Rachael Archer will join to discuss her first year on the RM/Red Bear/Kawasaki team. Seven time XC1 Pro ATV champ Walker Fowler will be up next to talk about his season. Then Chauncy Sharp (aka ReaperDoc) will answer questions about Motocross the Game. Finally, RJ Wageman will be on the phone to tell us about working the GNCC with Yamaha and his stunt career. As always we'll have our Yamaha Motor USA Highs and Lows, the X Brand Forum Check-In, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at [email protected] with your Highs and Lows, picks, or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod Show is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.

Send us Fan MailIn this installment of Industry Insights we talk to the Senior Manager of Media and Communication for WPS/Fly Racing Jason Thomas about his amateur and pro career, transitioning into his role with WPS/Fly Racing, doing tv, and more.

Send us Fan MailLewis Phillips and Michael Lindsay discuss a variety of topics in week one of the off-season on the 'DeCal Works Post-Race Show' on Vital MX, presented by Fox Racing and Beta.

Send us Fan MailWe have Madd Parts Kawasaki’s Freddie Noren to discuss his ’24 season, MXdN, being a privateer, and more. Then Coastal GasGas Racing’s Jordan Ashburn to talk about his GNCC season, winning the XC1 title in ’22, ISDE, and more. As always we'll have our Yamaha Motor USA Highs and Lows, the X Brand Forum Check-In, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at [email protected] with your Highs and Lows, picks, or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod Show is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.

Send us Fan MailPierce Brown talks about signing with Yamaha Star Racing, being scared to sign with Bobby in the past, learning of TLD's departure in '25, and more.

Send us Fan MailThe Vital MX 'MXGP Podcast Show' from the 2024 Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations, which covers all that occurred in the United Kingdom. Hosts Lewis Phillips and Adam Wheeler reflect on Matterley Basin with support from Polisport, All Balls Racing and EVS.

Send us Fan MailTonight will have Beta USA rider Benny Bloss on to talk about what he's been up to all summer and his recovery, being back on the bike, and his thoughts on MXdN. Then X-Games gold medalist Matt Buyten will be on the phone to talk about his career and his life changing injury earlier this year. As always we'll have our Yamaha Motor USA Highs and Lows, the X Brand Forum Check-In, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at [email protected] with your Highs and Lows, picks, or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod Show is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.

Send us Fan MailLewis Phillips and Steve Matthes discuss all that happened at the 2024 Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations on the 'DeCal Works Post-Race Show' on Vital MX, presented by Fox Racing and Beta.

Send us Fan MailAaron Plessinger (00:06), Jeffrey Herlings (08:05), Kay de Wolf (13:38), Glenn Coldenhoff (19:06), Jorge Prado (24:50), Romain Febvre (30:20), Mikkel Haarup (35:34), Tommy Searle (40:01), Rasmus Jorgensen (46:43) discuss all that happened at the 2024 Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations at Matterley Basin.

Send us Fan MailTonight we have an off-road show with the 2024 GNCC XC2 champion Grant Davis to take us through his season and career and find out what events are on his bucket list. Then the ’23 GNCC XC2 champ, Liam Draper, will join to talk about moving to the XC1 class midway through the year, what he hopes to do next year, and more. As always we'll have our Yamaha Motor USA Highs and Lows, the X Brand Forum Check-In, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at [email protected] with your Highs and Lows, picks, or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod Show is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.

Send us Fan MailThe Vital MX 'MXGP Podcast Show' from the 20th round of the 2024 FIM Motocross World Championship, which covers all that occurred at the Grand Prix of Castilla-La Mancha. Hosts Lewis Phillips and Adam Wheeler reflect on Cozar with support from Polisport, All Balls Racing and EVS.

Send us Fan MailIn this installment of Industry Insights we talk to Feld Entertainment's Sr. Live Event Manager for SuperMotocross, Kat Voiles about her path from working in promotions with the Quad City Mallards hockey team to planning Opening Ceremonies for SuperMotocross and more.

Send us Fan MailWe have HEP Suzuki's Colt Nichols to talk about his year, finishing out the SMX, WSX, and what he plans on focusing on during the off-season. Then Cullin Park will be on the phone to discuss his third year in the pro ranks, what he's learned and needs to improve on, and what his 2025 plans are. Max Vohland will join to discuss his new deal with Muc-Off/FXR/ClubMX Yamaha, recovering from his dislocated hip, and more. As always we'll have our Yamaha Motor USA Highs and Lows, the X Brand Forum Check-In, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at [email protected] with your Highs and Lows, picks, or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod Show is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.

Send us Fan MailLewis Phillips and Michael Lindsay discuss all that happened at the 2024 SuperMotocross World Championship Finals on the 'DeCal Works Post-Race Show' on Vital MX, presented by Fox Racing and Beta.

Send us Fan MailJett Lawrence (00:06), Hunter Lawrence (01:51), Justin Cooper (05:23), Justin Barcia (09:22), Max Anstie (14:08), Ty Masterpool (19:23), Phil Nicoletti (21:07), Pierce Brown (28:56), Coty Schock (34:24), Avery Long (39:24) and Roger DeCoster (44:08) discuss all that happened at the 2024 SuperMotocross World Championship Finals in Las Vegas.

Send us Fan MailThe Vital MX 'MXGP Podcast Show' from the 19th round of the 2024 FIM Motocross World Championship, which covers all that occurred at the Grand Prix of China. Hosts Lewis Phillips and Adam Wheeler reflect on Shanghai with support from Polisport, All Balls Racing and EVS.

Send us Fan MailLewis Phillips and Michael Lindsay discuss all that happened at the second 2024 SuperMotocross World Championship playoff on the 'DeCal Works Post-Race Show' on Vital MX, presented by Fox Racing and Beta.

Send us Fan MailHaiden Deegan (00:06), Tom Vialle (02:16), Jo Shimoda (04:40), Jordon Smith (07:01) and Hunter Lawrence (09:48) discuss all that happened at the second 2024 SuperMotocross World Championship playoff at Texas Motor Speedway.

Send us Fan MailIn this installment of Industry Insights we talk to Team Green Manager Ryan Holliday about his first memory of dirt bikes, career path to Team Green, which rider impressed him the most, and much more.

Send us Fan MailTonight we have Grandpa Earl (AKA Dean Wilson) to talk about SMX at Charlotte and more. Then Red Bull KTM's Julien Beaumer will discuss his first full season outdoors, his podium in SMX, and some listener questions. As always we'll have our Yamaha Motor USA Highs and Lows, the X Brand Forum Check-In, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at [email protected] with your Highs and Lows, picks, or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod Show is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.

Send us Fan MailLewis Phillips and Michael Lindsay discuss all that happened at the first 2024 SuperMotocross World Championship playoff on the 'DeCal Works Post-Race Show' on Vital MX, presented by Fox Racing and Beta.

Send us Fan MailKen Roczen (00:06), Justin Cooper (06:15), Aaron Plessinger (09:33), Haiden Deegan (16:16), Julien Beaumer (17:57) and Tom Vialle (21:08) discuss all that happened at the first 2024 SuperMotocross World Championship playoff at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Send us Fan MailWe have Rockstar Husqvarna's Malcolm Stewart to talk about finishing his first Pro Motocross championship in ten years and how he feels going into SMX. Carter Gray is an amateur who will be racing the 65cc World All-Stars in Charlotte this weekend. We'll talk to him about that and jumping the triple last year on a Cobra. Then Ryan Gauld will join us to discuss the PulpMX Ride Day. We also cold call Hudson 'Turd' Short to get his side of the Darkside takeout. As always we'll have our Yamaha Motor USA Highs and Lows, the X Brand Forum Check-In, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at [email protected] with your Highs and Lows, picks, or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod Show is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.

Send us Fan MailThe Vital MX 'MXGP Podcast Show' from the 17th round of the 2024 FIM Motocross World Championship, which covers all that occurred at the Grand Prix of Switzerland. Hosts Lewis Phillips and Adam Wheeler reflect on Frauenfeld with support from Polisport, All Balls Racing and EVS.

Send us Fan MailTonight we have Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing's Haiden Deegan to talk about winning his first Pro Motocross championship, MXdN, and lots more. Then Rockstar Husqvarna's RJ Hampshire will join to discuss his results at Ironman, SMX thoughts, and whatever else we get into. A tentative third guest is also in the works. As always we'll have our Yamaha Motor USA Highs and Lows, the X Brand Forum Check-In, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at [email protected] with your Highs and Lows, picks, or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod Show is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.

Send us Fan MailLewis Phillips and Michael Lindsay discuss all that happened at round 11 of 2024 Pro Motocross, Ironman, on the 'DeCal Works Post-Race Show' on Vital MX, presented by Fox Racing and Beta.

Send us Fan MailChase Sexton (00:06), Malcolm Stewart (09:04), Christian Craig (12:26), Phil Nicoletti (16:15), Devin Simonson (21:14), RJ Hampshire (23:26), Julien Beaumer (27:43) and Coty Schock (30:34) discuss all that happened at the 11th round of 2024 AMA Pro Motocross at Ironman.