The Martial Brain Podcast explores the intersection between the martial arts, scientific skepticism, critical thinking, and that wacky organ that floats between our ears. It is part of Jeff Westfall's effort to help lift the martial arts out of the quagmire of hundreds of years of magical thinking and misconception.
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Welcome to "The Outside Gate," where the spirit of adventure meets the thrill of motocross and supercross, all under the Aussie sun! Join your host, the one and only Aussie Steve, as he takes you on a wild journey through the adrenaline-pumping world of two-wheeled action, sprinkled with a dash of Australian life and the antics of his feathered friend, The Colonel.
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The Outside Gate episode 55 - Jordan Jarvis
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WMX star Jordan Jarvis checks in to talk about her Moto life, racing all across North America and to Britain, France and Spain. Being the 2nd ever lady to qualify for a men's Pro National as well as woods racing, training and mentoring junior girls. Thanks for your time Jordan.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 54 - Matthew Phillips
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4 time World Enduro Champion Matty Phillips checks in to talk about his incredible career, travelling to Europe as a youngster, becoming a World Champion and some hardships that came with that success. As well as Junior Motocross days, and some fun stuff of course! EnjoyBy Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 53 - Jeff Beaver from Whiskey Throttle Media
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I've been listening to Jeff for a while, so I reached out as I reckoned we'd get along well, turns out we share a similar story of using hard work, authenticity and a little "Forrest Gumping" our way into the media. We bench race about that, as well as season 24, gold mining, Chevelle's, Kelly Bundy and Heather Thomas. A fun few hours, thanks Jeff.…
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The Outside Gate episode 52 - Charles Halcomb
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Hear from NorCal OG Charles Halcomb about his motorcycling life, from the SL100 with Preston Petty fenders to a pro career in moto, drinking tea with Roger De Coster, enduro and desert racing. Then to bike development, testing and marketing, team management and sales. Great stuff, enjoy.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 51 - Steve Westfall
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Factory Triumph team manager "Scuba" Steve Westfall checks in to bench race about his career so far and more, from being a BMX dad to Bass fishing, listening to Korn, humbleness and his riders past and present. EnjoyBy Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 50 - Daniel Blair
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Fifty episodes already! DB checks back in for the occasion and we talk amateur racing, 1990, life back east, goals, Dallas Cowboys, music, movies, retired riders and being parents of teenagers! Real campfire stuff, hope you love it as much as i did.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 49 - Kayden Minear
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KTM Australia young gun Kayden Minear checks in to talk about his great career so far, his upcoming opportunity with KTM USA and future hopes and goals. This kids even more dinky di than me, cheers for the chin wag cobber!By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate - Jadon Cooper on the Whip-er Snappers amateur show
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Hear from the Texan youngster about his Loretta's journey, from the field behind the church to 450B National champion. And his new opportunity with EBR Husqvarna, heading to Arenacross and SX Futures. Good luck dude!By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 48 - Rick Johnson
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The Bad Boy himself checks in to bench race about his career, from the minibike from Sears to dominating the sport. Team mates and rivals, struggles after his career was cut short and some fun of course. Bucket list moment for for sure, thanks heaps RJ.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 47 - John Wessling from Troll Training
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Thanks to John from Troll Training for checking in and talking all things training with me, and for sharing his story from moto to skiing to cycling to training world leading athletes, even some advice for old blokes like me. EnjoyBy Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 46 - Sophie Phelps
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Hear from WMX star Sophie Phelps about her Moto life, from mini days to Loretta's championships and now battling for the WMX title, as well as some great advice about life, and some fun of course. Thanks for your time Sophie.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 45 - Veteran MX's Peter Linquist
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Following up from our Military appreciation show, we're joined by Peter from Veterans MX to hear all about the great work they do supporting veterans in the sport and bringing veterans back to the sport. We also talk about Peters personal journey, finding purpose and future goals. Great stuff.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 44 - Pro Circuit mechanic Tony Archer
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Hear from Austin Forkner's mechanic, Tony about his moto life, from his XR70 in the backyard to amateur racing, pro racing, swapping the boots for the spanners and climbing the ranks to a factory team, he has a great story so far. Thanks for your time dude!By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate - Tiger Wood on the Whip-er Snappers amateur show
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Steve catches up with Aussie youngster Thomas "Tiger" Wood to talk about his Amateur journey in the US, his current gig racing the Triple Crown for GDH Honda in Canada, and how much he misses Pizza Shapes and Milo!By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 43 - Jessica Patterson
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WMX legend and 7 time National Champion "JP Money" joins us to talk about her career. From the fat wheel Yamaha 80 to beating the boys at local races, amateur championships and her pro career which coincided with the peak of WMX in the early 2010's. GNCC's, Endurocross, Training kids, running events and more. Enjoy.…
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The Outside Gate episode 42 - Danny Laporte
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World Champion, National Champion, MX des nations Champion, Trophy des nations Champion, 3 x Baja 1000 Champion, Dakar runner up and AMA hall of famer. That's one heck of a career! This was a great fun couple of hours, thanks Danny.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 41 - Cooper Abbott
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Hear from factory Sherco's Cooper Abbott about growing up around the off road and endurocross scene with his legendary dad. Getting serious in his teenage years and now being title contender himself. As well as Erzberg goals and some advice for youngsters. Enjoy.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 40 - Mike Webb
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What a story. From a 1968 Suzuki 50 with cut fenders, On Any Sunday in a theatre, the first race, the CZ250 and the first win, motocross to enduro's to managing team Suzuki. And still loving riding, with his brothers, friends and sons. This was a fun one, thanks Mike!By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 39 - Daniel "Chucky" Sanders
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An old slow Aussie and a lightning fast Aussie catch up to talk about Junior club days, State championships, National championships, World Championships and the future goals of a remarkable career. And some random topics of course like Woody the dog and inappropriate laughing. EnjoyBy Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate - Jordan Renfro on the Whip-er Snappers amateur show
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Steve catches up with Floridian amateur Jordan Renfro to talk Loretta's prep, injury recovery, training at GPF and a little fishing and hunting. Good luck dude.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 38 - Military appreciation show with Cody Bojorquiz and Felipe Peters
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Steve, and Veterans Cody and Felipe catch up on Memorial Day to about moto, military life, post life military struggles, mental heath and more, we get pretty deep. I hope our discussion gets some other blokes to talk. For those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Lest we forget.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 37 - David Knight
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This is one where career story where I knew to just sit back and listen. David "Knighter" Knight is possibly the greatest off road rider ever, the 5 time world champion conquered the WEC, GNCC, ISDE, Super Enduro, Erzberg and countless other events. And a ripper bloke to boot!By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate 2024 SX review, MX preview with Nic Still and Blake Maitland
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Bench race with Steve, Stilly and Blake about the supy season past and the upcoming outdoors. Thanks for your time blokes!By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 36 - Mitchell Harrison
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Fresh from his first 450 SX season. PRMX Kawasaki's Mitchell Harrison joins us to talk about his career so far from Baja Acres to Loretta's, Star Yamaha, Rockstar Husqvarna, MXGP, his plans to take on Canada's best this summer. And a little talk about his great taste in music. Enjoy.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate - Kelana Humphrey on the Whip-er Snappers amateur show
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Hear from an amateur who has far from the usual story. Red Bull Athlete, Kelana born in Bali, Indonesia has packed a lot into his 16 years, Supercross, desert racing, arenacross, off road racing and free riding. He has an amazing story so far, thanks for your time dude! The Whip -er Snappers amateur show is brought to you by Stay Young MX. Stay You…
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The Outside Gate episode 35 - Donnie "Holeshot" Hansen
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Hear from Supercross, Motocross, MX des nations and Trophy des nations champion Donnie Hansen about his dirt biking life, from his taco minibike, to racing flat track, moto on Maico's, Factory Honda success and his career ending injury as well as 40 years of training the who's who of the sport, and some fun stuff of course. Enjoy!…
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The Outside Gate - Whip-er Snappers amateur show with Aden Keefer
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Steve and Lil Keefer talk about his journey so far, from an Oset trials bike, to having Kawasaki support and training with the legendary Mike Brown, as well as a little football, music and fishing. Good luck dude!By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 34 - Jim "Hollywood" Holley
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Thrilled to catch up with "Uncle Jim" to talk about his early days on minibikes, racing Mugen's and Can Am's, His loyalty to Yamaha, ONeal and Scott, Magazine covers, jumping Harleys, Stunt work, travel, keeping active in retirement and some stories from the good old days. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!…
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The Outside Gate episode 33 - Damon Huffman part 1
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Supercross Champion Damon Huffman joins the show to talk about his dirt biking life from the JR50 at Indian Dunes to a fantastic career winning the 94 and 95 125 West titles and more. As well as Mountain Biking and being one of LA's finest. EnjoyBy Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate - Whip-er Snappers amateur show with Luke Fauser
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The first Whip-er Snappers amateur show and Steve is joined by Luke Fauser from Orange Brigade to talk about his career so far, Supercross Future's results, Loretta's preparation, training, music and dogs! Good luck Luke. The Whip-er Snappers show is brought to you by Stay Young MX, Stay Young or grow old.…
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The Outside Gate episode 32 - Jeff Emig
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The one and only "Fro" joins us for a bench race about his early days, MXON, team mates, TV, Season 24, his greatest achievement, Loretta's, We Big gear and Karaoke! Thanks for your time Jeff.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 31 - Steve Hatch
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Hear from the 1994 National Enduro Champion about his dirt biking life, from his first Briggs and Stratton powered minibike, to junior racing, National titles, Winning GNCC's, ISDE Gold Medals and now being a trainer of Champions. And Daisy Duke!By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 30 - Heath Harrison
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Hear from Phoenix Honda team manager Heath Harrison about his dirt bike life. Racer, turned mechanic, turned manager. The tough 24SX season with his riders injuries and illnesses, KP's title No5, GNCC, all things Phoenix and more. Enjoy.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate - 24 SX season 3/4 review
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Steve and Blake Maitland from Moto Rundown, breakdown the latest 4 rounds of season 24, angry Deegs, happy Deegs, perfect Jett, flawed Jett, 30 second girls, morning wood, tweaked ankles, collarbones and more.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 29 - Justin "Pooh" Sipes
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Hear from former Supercross rider and Professional Fun Haver, "Pooh" Sipes about his past, present and future. Growing up in Kentucky, Lorettas, Supercross, Hard Enduro, Day in the Dirt, Pastranaland Pit Bikes, Monster Trucks, even a little Snow Mobile racing. And even some life advice. Enjoy.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 28 - Scott Meshey
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A fun bench race with KTM Privateer Scott Meshey about his career so far, season 24, having his fiancé as his mechanic, future goals, music, surfing and husky dogs! Get around it.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 27 - Derek Kelley
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We catch up with Derek Kelley from AEO Powersports KTM to talk about his career past, present and future, his recovery from a fractured arm, his electrolyte business and the usual random stuff you've come to expect!By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 26 - Graham Jarvis
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Hard Enduro legend Graham Jarvis talks about his career so far, Trials Championship's, the early days of Hard Enduro, rising to the top, winning Erzberg 5 times, Romaniacs 7 times and countless more events, his Jarvis signature tours and his need for a new shed! Enjoy.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 25 - Scott Burnworth
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Plenty of bench racing here with 1980's legend Scott Burnworth, talking growing up in SoCal, his pro career, Jet Pilot and his fantastic SoCal classic events. Thanks Burner! it was great fun.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 24 - Scott Plessinger
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Great to talk to Off Road legend, 4 time national champion and AMA hall of famer Scott Plessinger about his career, we also spoke about his son who's a pretty handy rider too! Enjoy.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 23 - Micky Dymond
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Steve catches up with AMA legend Micky Dymond, talking Moto, Cycling, Supermoto, Pikes Peak, Baja, Freestyle and more. Enjoy.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate - 24 SX half time review
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Steve is joined by Blake Maitland from Moto Rundown and Trent Maher, former host of Moto Limited to bench race Season 24 of AMA Supercross as it nears the halfway mark. Contenders, surprises and panic buttons, we also dive into the upcoming Aussie ProMx season and even a little Kiwi Moto. Enjoy.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 22 - Michael Allen from Keefer Testing
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Steve and Michael get into the nuts and bolts of being a test rider, from Mike's first gigs at Dirt Bike and Dirt Rider magazines to his current role at Keefer Testing. The fun stuff, hard stuff, processes, decisions and honesty that it takes to give us punters the good oil on bikes and products. And some random topics of course!…
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The Outside Gate episode 21 - Kyle Bitterman
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Steve and "The Underdog" Kyle Bitterman, bench race about season 24, AMA Arenacross, the north east Moto scene, being Dads, future goals and more. Get around it!By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 20 - Dan Colvin aka Tool Man Dan
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Steve and "Tool Man Dan" catch up for some bench racing about DCMX tools, season 24 and Dans motorcycling life, past, present and future. Some real beers by the campfire stuff, enjoy.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 19 - Hunter Schlosser
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Steve and privateer Texan Hunter Schlosser talk about being part of team Next Level, future goals, life on the road and his career so far and the usual random bench racing. Get around it.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 18 - Jalek Swoll
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Steve talks to Factory Triumph's Jalek Swoll about the up coming debut of the brands supercross program, the team, the bike, Brownie and more. Also his win High Point 2021, rap music, cats, dogs, wolves and Megan Fox. Get around it.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate - 24 SX 1st quarter review
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Steve and Blake Maitland from Moto Rundown, bench race the surprises and disappointments from the first 4 rounds of season 24, and some random stuff, like the Indian Supercross and Brazilian Arenacross!By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 17 - Josh Greco
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Steve and privateer hero Josh Greco talk about Josh's story, ambitions and last weekends oh so close moment. As well as Racoons, the Hi Dez and more. Get around it.By Aussie Steve
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The Outside Gate episode 16 - Kellen Brauer
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Steve catches up with Racer X's Kellen Brauer to talk about Kellen's story from riding his throttle sticking PW80, to becoming a successful moto journalist. As well as a little about Steve's trip to A1 and the usual randomness you must by now, expect!By Aussie Steve
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