Best Se Bikes Podcasts (2024)

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Season 6: Episode 3 - Creator Spotlight - Kylie Martin 56:48

1h ago56:48

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Send us a text Isaac talks with SuperCross BMX Hybrid sensation, Kylie Martin about BMX Racing and Big BMX.By Isaac Irvine

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Ten Seasons In: Saigon’s Transformation Through the Eyes of Mischa Smith 46:58

13h ago46:58

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“Living in South Korea… my eyes were bugging out of my head on vacation in Saigon.” Mischa Smith was one of the first guests on A Vietnam Podcast in 2019! Niall and Mischa revisit the dramatic changes in Saigon over the past eight years, highlighting the city's evolution from swamps to modern buildings. Mischa, a long-term resident of Saigon and fo…

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Season 6: Episode 2 - Creator Spotlight - The Nostalgic Neighborhood 1:16:27

3d ago1:16:27

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Send us a text Isaac chats with Matt from The Nostalgic Neighborhood about his BMX collection and 80s nostalgia.By Isaac Irvine

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Ask Me Anything - Send me your questions! 2:21

5d ago2:21

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I want to do an Ask Me Anything, but I need your help! Send me your questions about my life in Vietnam, life in Vietnam in general or anything Vietnam related! I'll use your answers to create a special AMA episode. Send your questions by October 11th to; Email: niall@sevenmillionbikes.com Instagram Facebook "Send me a message!" Support the show…

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Brunch & The Oriental Snapper at WKND in Thao Dien 14:14

8d ago14:14

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Adrie Lopez-Mackay joins host and husband, Niall Mackay, as they venture out for a brunch in Thao Dien, Saigon and as recommended by Mischa Smith, the Oriental Snapper They discuss the major infrastructural changes in the city over the past few years. From the transformation of roads and tunnels to improved traffic systems, they reflect on how the …

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International Podcasting Day - Fun Facts and Insights! 25:21

9d ago25:21

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Podcasts have revolutionized how we consume content, providing a platform for storytelling, education, entertainment, and conversations that span the globe. Today is International Podcast Day, September 30, is a time to honor the incredible impact podcasting has had on our lives. As a podcaster myself, I’ve seen firsthand how this unique medium can…

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Season 6 - Episode 1: Creator Spotlight - Cruising in the 808 1:10:03

11d ago1:10:03

1:10:03

Send us a text Isaac chats with Kevin from Cruising in the 808 about riding in Hawaii and starting a YouTube channel.By Isaac Irvine

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Oscar Donovan | Cargo Bikepacking Around the World 2:19:46

14d ago2:19:46

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In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures Podcast, I had the opportunity to chat with Oscar Donovan before he takes on a cargo-bike adventure around Pakistan. Having already bikepacked in over 30 countries, Oscar is pretty experienced when it comes to bicycle adventures in other countries. As with so many others, Oscar's initial goal of cycling ar…

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Navigating Rainy Days and Hidden Gems in Saigon: Yunka Bar Experience 18:57

15d ago18:57

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Join me and Adrie for a look at Yunka, a Peruvian-Japanese fusion restaurant in Saigon, as we navigate the chaotic rainy season. We speak to manager Huynh Nguyen about the evolution of Saigon's service industry and the passion of young Vietnamese staff who make places like Yunka shine. Amidst personal anecdotes and event planning nightmares, we exp…

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Exploring Saigon - Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour with Adrie Lopez Mackay 24:51

22d ago24:51

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Join Adrie and I as we embark on the Hop On Hop Off bus tour in Saigon, taking in the beautiful views of the city at sunset. We discuss the development of new buildings and infrastructure, and our experiences as both tourists and residents in the vibrant city of Saigon. Highlights include visits to key landmarks such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, th…

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Episode 200: Past Guests | Updates 2:28:06

24d ago2:28:06

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In episode 200 of the Bikepack Adventures Podcast, I decided to do something a little bit different so as to celebrate this milestone episode. I reached out to all the past guests on the podcast to ask them for updates on what adventures they have been on in the time since they came on the podcast, as well as any major new adventures they have plan…

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Thank you!! We won TWO major podcast awards!! 21:32

28d ago21:32

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I’m incredibly honored to announce that I’ve won two major awards at the Asia Podcast Awards 2024—Best Interview Podcast for A Vietnam Podcast and Best Audio Producer for my work on all the podcasts created by Seven Million Bikes Podcasts! Since starting my podcast journey in 2019, what began as a passion project has now grown into a full podcast p…

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Vietnam's National Day - Fireworks on the Water Front 17:45

30d ago17:45

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Niall and Adrie celebrate Vietnamese Independence Day with you from the much changed Saigon waterfront. The couple shares their experiences and observations from the bustling waterfront, offering insights into the city's transformation over their eight years as residents. They blend historical context with personal anecdotes, creating a vivid pictu…

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Pihoqahiak | Kari & Jonathan 1:36:49

1M ago1:36:49

1:36:49

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures Podcast, I have the chance to sit back and talk adventuring with Kari Toftesund and Jonathan Labarre. As a trained psychotherapist with a passion for travel and learning about different cultures, it was a logical progression for Kari to combine adventure with mental and physical performance. Jonathan has b…

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Smarter Podcasting With Jordan Harbinger | PodSwap 48:59

1M ago48:59

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Before Season 11 starts I wanted to share with you an episode from my podcast about podcasting, Smarter Podcasting! Too many podcasts? In this episode I interview one of the biggest names in podcasting, Jordan Harbinger! We delve into the art of preparing for podcast interviews. Jordan, whose podcast has millions of downloads, shares his journey fr…

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7 Best Bloody Marys in Vietnam with Mischa Smith 41:36

1M ago41:36

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Niall and his frequent guest and friend, Mischa Smith, embark on a conversation about Mischa's favorite Bloody Mary spots in Saigon. Reviews cover the Bloody Marys from Bardo, Malt South, Layla, Ministry of Men, Wkend, and Summer Experiment, culminating with their top pick. The episode is part of a broader theme of exploring stories and experiences…

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Ridecast | Canadian Shield XL 1:27:32

1M ago1:27:32

1:27:32

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures Podcast, I take listeners through my outing on the Canadian Shield XL, a nearly 1200km bikepacking route in Quebec, Canada, which takes riders on an adventure across the Laurentian Mountains, crossing through a mix of ski resorts, provincial parks, national parks, fauna reserves. Mixing in as much single-t…

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Barry Lachapelle | Bike Gear Database 2:11:35

2M ago2:11:35

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In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures Podcast, I'm joined by Barry Lachapelle as we sit back and talk bikes for a couple hours. We dive into his journey of bike travel, his years living abroad all over the world and how the original vision of Bike Gear Database morphed into what it is today. Throughout the episode, Barry talks about what keeps…

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Most people have NEVER HEARD of this Vietnamese food! 33:03

2M ago33:03

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Niall meets up with his friend and personal trainer Thinh to try bánh bèo, a traditional dish from Central Vietnam. They discuss Vietnamese regional cuisines, accents, and Thinh's experience as a personal trainer while enjoying the food at a local restaurant in Saigon. Key Points: Discussion of regional differences in Vietnamese cuisine (North, Cen…

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BONUS EPISODE - A Wild Lockdown Story in Vietnam: Saving Lewis! 29:10

2M ago29:10

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Become a Bắp Xào Đâyer on Patreon and you would have gotten this episode ages ago! In this special bonus episode exclusive to Patreon members, Niall Mackay shares a riveting tale about the intense and surreal experience of acquiring a COVID-19 vaccine during the deep lockdown in Saigon. Niall recounts the chaotic situation where his friend, Lewis W…

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Expat Life Part 2: Living Through the Pandemic in Saigon 1:10:46

2M ago1:10:46

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In this special episode of 'A Vietnam Podcast,' host Niall Mackay discusses the transformative two-year journey of living through the pandemic in Vietnam with his wife, Adrie. From their initial excitement over new jobs, a new dog, and a new apartment, to navigating a stringent lockdown in 2021, they share a candid look at their unique challenges a…

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Please vote for A Vietnam Podcast!! 2:54

2M ago2:54

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Please vote for A Vietnam Podcast here! I have some crazy, exciting, unbelievable news to share with you. I have just found out that A Vietnam Podcast has been nominated in the Asia Podcast Awards 2024 for the best interview podcast. So I am absolutely buzzing right now. There are 61 finalists in total that they've whittled down from hundreds of en…

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Expat Life Part 1: How I ended up in Vietnam 33:05

2M ago33:05

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Have you ever wondered how a short vacation can turn into a life-changing adventure? Niall Mackay shares the incredible story of how he and his wife Adrie ended up living in Vietnam for over eight years. What started as a brief six-week trip to complete an English teaching certification course turned into a multi-year adventure filled with unexpect…

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Responding to the CONTROVERSY I caused about Vietnamese Food! 7:57

2M ago7:57

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Comments & Community: I love hearing from you! Drop a message below and let me know your favorite Vietnamese dishes or any places you recommend I try next. Have you had similar experiences with Vietnamese food? Let's chat! Subscribe: If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow/subscribe for more episodes about life in Vietnam, food adventures,…

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Discover Vietnam on a Bike With Vietnam Riders Mihai Constantinescu | Vietnam Is Awesome PodSwap 46:15

2M ago46:15

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"You discover everything you want by bike. It's easier." Niall Mackay sits down with Mihai Constantinescu, a long-time expat and passionate motorbike enthusiast known for his YouTube channel "The Vietnam Rider". With 16 years of experience living in Vietnam and fluency in Vietnamese, Mihai shares invaluable insights into the world of motorbiking in…

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What Vietnamese Food Do I Eat in Saigon? 41:21

3M ago41:21

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"Send me a message!" Episode Sponsors: 7 Bridges Brewing Co. - An award winning Vietnamese craft brewery from Da Nang, with breweries across Vietnam! Tenzing Pacific - I highly recommend them for their professional advice related to personal, family, and business insurance. Make the best podcast possible! Listen to Smarter Podcasting today! Need a …

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Nhi Mai, A Third Culture Kid's Journey 36:20

3M ago36:20

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"Vietnam is 20, 30 years behind most countries. So being here right now, though, and watching it catch up so quickly is just really, really exciting." Niall Mackay reconnects with Nhi Mai, a former guest who moved to Vietnam in 2019 to discover her heritage. Nhi, a third-culture kid born to Vietnamese immigrants in Switzerland, shares her experienc…

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Henry Do | Ultra-Cyclist and Ultra-Storyteller 1:55:41

3M ago1:55:41

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In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures Podcast, I have the chance to go deep with Henry Do about his journey into bikepack racing. I first met Henry this past winter at the Wendigo Fatbike Ultra, a 200km rail-trail bike race. Needless to say, he beat me by about 6 hours. The morning after, we got to talking and I realized that I really need to …

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Meaghan Hackinen | 2024 Tour Divide 1st Woman Overall 1:15:24

3M ago1:15:24

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In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures Podcast, I catch up with Meaghan Hackinen, the first woman across the line in the 2024 Tour Divide Mountain Bike Race (7th overall), becoming the first woman to complete the Tour Divide Grand Depart event under 16 days, with a finishing time of 15d 23h 00m. Meaghan Hackinen is a British Columbia-based ultr…

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Nam Den, The Host of Afro Viet TV is BACK! 36:28

3M ago36:28

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"Your life like 80 years, 90 years max, you are old sickly if you get to 90. So if you are 30, you are 1 third there. What have you done with that 30?" Niall Mackay reconnects with Nam Den, a Nigerian YouTuber and content creator based in Vietnam. Nam reflects on his journey since their last conversation, sharing how the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped …

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season 5: Episode 8 - Mark Eaton (Plywood Hoods, DJ, Joe Kid on a Stingray) 2:45:24

3M ago2:45:24

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Send us a text Isaac sits down and chats with Freestyle legend, Mark Eaton. You know Mark as DJ Mark Eaton, founding member of the Plywood Hoods, and Creator of Dorkin in York and Joe Kid on a Stingray. You'll hear about the early days of the Plywood Hoods, how Mark got Joe Kid on a Stingray made, and an upcoming documentary on the Haro Team's Back…

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Podcast Pub Crawl in Saigon - 7 Craft Beer Bars in 1 Day 1:01:35

3M ago1:01:35

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"Vietnam is a massive beer drinking country. Per capita it's top ten ." - Mischa Smith In this special episode of the Vietnam podcast, host Niall takes listeners on an epic craft beer crawl through Ho Chi Minh City. Joined by a rotating cast of friends and beer industry insiders, Niall visits his seven favorite craft beer bars in Saigon over the co…

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Indiana Schulz | Cycling Kindness 1:39:30

3M ago1:39:30

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In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures Podcast, I catch up with Indiana Schulz, while he is taking a few days off in Anchorage, Alaska after starting his 7 years around the world Cycling Kindness Adventure on May 15th. Indiana's journey into bikepacking began in the mid-2010s and in that time he has competed in and completed some of the toughes…

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Thuyen Vo & The Changing Vietnamese Food Landscape 32:48

4M ago32:48

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"There's a lot of controversy about Michelin Guide coming here. But for me, I look at it as an opportunity for Vietnam to attract more tourists." In this episode of A Vietnam Podcast, host Niall Mackay welcomes back Thuyen Vo, a renowned food influencer and KOL (Key Opinion Leader), who previously appeared in Season 6. Thuyen discusses her journe…

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