Best MasterCraft Podcasts (2024)

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Swiss Pro Tricks 49:26

8h ago49:26

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Tune in as Matteo and guest host Freddie Winter discuss ⁠Swiss Pro Tricks⁠ (video highlights), stop #1 of the ⁠Waterski Pro Tour⁠ for the 2024 season. ⁠Erika Lang⁠ defended the title in the Women Tricks division with 11030 points, followed by ⁠Neilly Ross⁠ with 10370, and Anna Gay with 9390 In the Men Tricks division, 16 year old Matias Gonzalez ac…

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Episode 211 features Ivan “Ironman” Stewart dreaming the big dreams that came true 1:02:22

15h ago1:02:22

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Ivan Stewart on Episode 211. Such a privilege to interview the Ironman. We talk about all the dreams and adventures, and the timing, the all-important timing! Ivan was inducted in the Off Road Motorsports Hall of Fame in 2006. Ivan is why we say; legends live at ORMHOF.org. Be sure to tune in on your favorite podcast app. 2:19 – the race is almost …

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Frank “Butch” Arciero instills winning into all he does on Episode 210 1:04:20

8d ago1:04:20

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Born to a family of Italian immigrants, Butch Arciero and his brothers understood the value of hard work. A lifetime of commitment to that landed him in the Hall of Fame. Butch was inducted in the Off Road Motorsports Hall of Fame in 2019. Butch is why we say; legends live at ORMHOF.org. Be sure to tune in on your favorite podcast app. 3:23 – my mo…

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Kicking off Season 5 with Sean Pond discussing outdoors and the Halt the Dolores Movement 1:10:11

15d ago1:10:11

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After four full years of podcasting, we bring you the most important episode to date to kick off Season 5. An interview with Sean Pond, the de facto leader of the Halt the Dolores Movement shares why stopping this National Monument designation in its tracks. Please listen on your favorite podcast app and follow-up with the Call to Action. Sean need…

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Episode 208 features Wrong Seat filler, Chris Rea talking about life, bikes, and commitment 1:15:53

23d ago1:15:53

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Wrong seat filler, Chris Rea, shares perspective on what it takes to be lucky. Listen in as one of the Lost Boys shares how going all in (on whatever you’re doing) has an impact on life. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 4:25 – my dad had to pull me out of t-ball because I was too competitive 9:45 – for my sister and I, sports were li…

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Ray Moon, warrior, on Episode 207 1:05:35

29d ago1:05:35

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A warrior in all respects, Ray Moon fought in Vietnam and continued fighting for our rights when he returned. Land warriors were as important in the beginning as they are now. Ray was inducted in the Off Road Motorsports Hall of Fame in 1979. Ray is why we say; legends live at ORMHOF.org. Be sure to tune in on your favorite podcast app. 3:12 – I ha…

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Peri Kalar, daughter of Mastercraft founder, Jack Miller talks about life in the safety lane with her family in Episode 206. 54:02

1M ago54:02

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Mastercraft has had some powerful owners, from founder Jack Miller to daughter, Peri Kalar, to ORMHOF inductee Robbie Pierce. Hear about how it began all those years ago and the forces behind it. Peri shares some life-changing experiences with you. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 4:16 – he was in the army and became a parachute rigg…

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Episode 205 features Mark McMillin, chairman, racer, legacy builder. 54:09

2M ago54:09

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Family legacy racer, Mark McMillin, chairman of the Board of the Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame shares life in the McMillin family. It’s all about people, with a few race cars and some river-time thrown in. Mark was inducted in the Off Road Motorsports Hall of Fame in 2018. Mark is why we say; legends live at ORMHOF.org. Be sure to tune in on yo…

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Johnny Campbell, American Honda Champion, on Episode 204 1:16:05

2M ago1:16:05

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Johnny Campbell, 11-time Baja Champion, Johnny has raced, supported, and managed the American Honda team. A fun listen, Johnny shares stories from around the world. Johnny was inducted in the Off Road Motorsports Hall of Fame in 2018. Johnny is why we say; legends live at ORMHOF.org. Be sure to tune in on your favorite podcast app. 9:17 – at a loca…

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Episode 203 features Brendon Thompson, little brother, family man, and TV personality with mad skills 1:13:47

2M ago1:13:47

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TV Personality, Brendon Thompson, enlightens on us on the finer points of being on American Chopper – the builds, the craziness; but that’s not all, we get insight into his early life and his parenting, throw in a little 5150 racing and you’ve got the full meal deal. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 3:24 – my older brother was always…

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Les Figueroa from FigSpeed dishes on drag racing on Episode 202 1:00:04

2M ago1:00:04

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FigSpeed honcho, Les Figueroa dishes about drag racing, off-road, and being at “that” level with the big boys. It’s a great listen, plenty of stories to keep you entertained. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 5:17 – I still have the car that my dad raced and bought in 1970 16:59 – knowing I always loved drag racing, I took the positio…

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Introducing Andy DeVercelly x 4 on Episode 201 51:15

3M ago51:15

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All American racing family, we’d like to introduce you to Andy DeVercelly – numbers, 2,3,4, and 5. #2 is 93 years young and raced in the first Baja 1000; #5 just graduated to go-karts from mini-dwarf cars. It’s a fun listen of four generations of racers. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 3:14 – Andy 2 – the bullfighter is my car, I hi…

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Episode 200 with Todd Young, fabricator, promoter, rockcrawler and Pirate 1:16:05

3M ago1:16:05

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Our favorite pirate, Todd Young, shares life in the hood, work, rockcrawling, and unexpected life changes. This is a great one, if you’ve ever had a chance to be around Todd, you’ll appreciate that he tells it like it is. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 3:57 – My dad was always a brawler, So I was born with the expectation that you …

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Pioneer woman, Mary McGee, on Episode 199 1:18:41

3M ago1:18:41

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Mary McGee is a legend in off-road racing; solo’d the Baja 500 on a bike as the first person to do so; a woman who never learned to quit and always said yes to everything offered. She thinks she’s the luckiest woman ever, her history is a great story. Mary was inducted in the Off Road Motorsports Hall of Fame in 2023. Mary is why we say; legends li…

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North Carolina based cowboy/rockcrawler, Matt Deas on Episode 198. 1:03:03

3M ago1:03:03

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Cowboy Matt Deas, one of the OG rockcrawlers hails from North Carolina where he raises kids and horses. Matt shares with us some great stories about rockcrawling in the early days.. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 5:16 – Man, I love my childhood going to school and stuff, there were 89 of us in my graduating 10:43 – Once I got heale…

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Keeping the Stoke alive at Total Chaos, Nicole Pitell on Episode 197 1:08:04

3M ago1:08:04

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Nicole Pitell brings her own brand of hype to every conversation, she shares the inside scoop of Total Chaos to the podcast. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 6:12 – at the end of the day, it’s what makes each of us individually happy is what’s going to elevate you and take you to the next level 12:05 – I want noted for the record, I …

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Shock champion, Glenn Classen of Radflo on Episode 196. 47:27

4M ago47:27

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Glenn Classen made a big move from South Africa to the US to expand his market for shock absorbers – almost 20 years in, he’s continued to grow and develop Radflo for the off-road market. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 3:46 – as a kid, being aware of anything socially or politically about how the country ran you weren’t aware of un…

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Mega-Rock Sports Supporter, Stan Haynes of Branik Motorsports on Episode 195. 53:42

4M ago53:42

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Stan Haynes has rock sports under his skin; a long-time supporter of both series and competitors, Stan shares life in a family-run business with us. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 6:07 – I thought I was getting drafted to go die in Vietnam 11:24 – 57’ Chevy, I hot-rodded the heck out of it 15:52 – we still continue with Branik doin…

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Nacho, Nacho Lights, join Steven Adams on Episode 194. 1:10:13

4M ago1:10:13

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Steven Adams is a lighting master; one of the founders of Rigid Lights, he’s stepped up again with Nacho Offroad Technology. The world is brighter with Steve in it, be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 5:33 – I’m sure he thought I would just throw my life away because I wasn’t being an airline pilot 17:16 – I pulled up Bender’s How to Be…

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Nicole Johnson takes a Detour to talk with Big Rich on Episode 193. 1:11:22

4M ago1:11:22

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YouTube star Nicole Johnson brings a load of experience to her channel, she’s on a mission to drive everything – but we shouldn’t be surprised she’s already mastered race cars, rockcrawlers, and Monster trucks! Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 5:36 – Snow? People live in snow, that must suck! 16:20 – Frank would just…it was really cu…

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Emme Hall entertains in Episode 192, join this media darling for some great stories. 1:11:14

5M ago1:11:14

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Meet Emme Hall, off-road racer, Miata lover, cat herder, and freelance journalist. A woman of many talents and a bright personality, you’ll enjoy this one! Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 6:30 – I was never the ingenue; I’m way too weird for that! 10:42 – because life is too short to drive something that isn’t fun 19:22 – I was in m…

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Land Use warrior Don Amador on Episode 191 56:28

5M ago56:28

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Don Amador has been a land user for a lifetime, and a land use warrior for almost as long. Don was inducted into the Off Road Motorsports Hall of Fame in 2016. Don is why we say; legends live at ORMHOF.org. Be sure to tune in on your favorite podcast app. 5:24 – the happiest day of my life being a Native Californian was moving back to Northern Cali…

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Episode 190 brings us Joe Thompson, buggy-builder extraordinaire. 1:37:20

5M ago1:37:20

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Buggy builder, Joe Thompson lays it all out in Episode 190; self-taught welder and bike enthusiast, Joe brings his varied background to the winningest drivers. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 4:08 – I would think to myself, there’s a bada**, I want to be like that! 13:19 – even when I was a BMX grom, I was glued to ESPN watching the…

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The founder of NORRA, ORMHOF, and “off-road” Ed Pearlman is remembered in Episode 189 37:56

5M ago37:56

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Ed Pearlman was ahead of his time, creating the first Mexican 1000 which later translated into NORRA; he founded the Off Road Motorsports Hall of Fame, as well. Today we remember him with a conversation with his son, Mike Pearlman. Ed is why we say; legends live at ORMHOF.org. Be sure to tune in on your favorite podcast app. 3:10 – we never saw a L…

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The Valtastrophe herself, Val Douglas on Episode 188 1:44:03

6M ago1:44:03

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I don’t want to say Val Douglas is a catastrophe because wherever she is, there’s a whole lot of fun going on. Listen in on some great stories from this off-road maven; and her connections to some of the biggest brands in off-road. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 7:17 – I would take my 88 t-bird and follow the guys, my dad loved me …

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Three-peat Champion Melissa Clark on off-roading, Rebelle skills and Ford 1:09:20

6M ago1:09:20

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Rebelle Rally 3x champion, Melissa Clark, shares her life in off-road from Pritchett Canyon to the Glamis Sand Dunes. A Ford-sponsored driver, Melissa brings Tread Lightly! policies to everyone she teaches. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 5:00 – I still consider myself an OR nurse 9:05 – …it got me close to Magic Moab 16:56 – my rea…

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Clyde Bynum, on Episode 186 doesn’t waste time on negatives. 1:02:28

6M ago1:02:28

1:02:28

Some men are always motivated, Clyde Bynum, the godfather of rock-bouncing shares his best advice on Episode 186. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 9:17 – the truth is, I enjoy work 13:45 – we focused on mini-trucks until about 10 years ago 17:59 – climbing hills is something I’ve done since the days of the three-wheeler 24:52 – if it…

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Scott Taylor, 2022 ORMHOF inductee on Episode 185, winning champion short course racer 51:47

6M ago51:47

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A champion of vocational education, Scott Taylor is a winning short course racer, race shop owner, and manufacturer of performance competition parts. Congratulations to Scott Taylor, a 2022 inductee into ORMHOF; Scott is why we say; legends live at ORMHOF.org. Be sure to tune in on your favorite podcast app. 5:41 – I would take things apart I shoul…

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He tried to quit us, turns out he’s back in off-road, welcome Chris Bolger on Episode 184 1:03:29

7M ago1:03:29

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Some personalities just transcend the airways; Chris Bolger is one of those. Always a storyteller at heart. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 7:26 – when I say I was a nerd, I mean mathlete, academic decathlon, and all the nerd stuff you could possibly do 10:12 – I never really got into breaking stuff off-road until I got in the army …

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2023 Season Recap 42:31

7M ago42:31

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Join Marcus, Matteo, and Trent as they highlight the best moments, athletes, and storylines of the 2023 season of Waterski Pro Tour. Thank you to Klipsch Marine for being the presenting sponsor of the Slalom Leaderboard, John K. Philips Group for being the presenting sponsor of the Jump Leaderboard, and TWBC for being the presenting sponsor of the …

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Barrier breaker, Evan Evans, newest ORMHOF inductee on Episode 183 52:09

7M ago52:09

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We can’t always plan our lives, an accident near the start of his career put Evan Evans in a wheelchair. But that didn’t slow him down; Evan went on to win 57 times and six Championships! Congratulations to Evan Evans, a 2023 inductee into ORMHOF; Evan is why we say; legends live at ORMHOF.org. Be sure to tune in on your favorite podcast app. 5:40 …

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Lightning strikes often with the King of Pirate 4x4 and Glitter, Erik “Camo” Linker on Episode 182 2:02:11

7M ago2:02:11

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What do glitter and rockcrawling have in common? Only the lightning strikes of Erik “Camo” Linker – Camo is the co-founder of Pirate 4x4 and a good friend; we are thrilled to have him on the podcast (finally!) Buckle up; you are in for an adventure. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 7:26 – growing up in the era was magical; I tease my…

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Travers Grand Prix 37:55

7M ago37:55

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Matteo and guest Jonathan Travers recap the action of the Travers Grand Prix, stop #14 and the last stop of the ⁠⁠⁠Waterski Pro Tour⁠⁠⁠ for the 2023 season. Regina Jaquess⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ takes the win with 2@10.25m (41off), followed by Canadians Whitney McClintock Rini and ⁠⁠Jaimee Bull⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ both with 1@10.25m, and Whitney taking second due to backup scores.…

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Super spotter turned competitor Jody Everding brings concrete advice to Episode 181 1:56:13

7M ago1:56:13

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Warning: For mature audiences only. To say Jody Everding has a storied past is an understatement. Jody tells it like it was and it’s a great listen, be sure to tune in on your favorite podcast app. 5:26 – I played a little flag football with the after-school kids, but I was always the last kid picked 15:34 – being a punk, skinny little kid, they us…

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Malibu Open 29:16

7M ago29:16

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Marcus and guest Thomas Degasperi catch up and break down the action at Malibu Open,⁠ stop #13 of the ⁠⁠Waterski Pro Tour⁠⁠ for the 2023 season. Jaimee Bull⁠⁠⁠ wins in the final with 1@10.25m (41off) after three rounds running 10.75m (39.5off). Second spot for ⁠⁠⁠Regina Jaquess⁠⁠⁠ who set a pending world record in the preliminary stages but fell sh…

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Combatant Matt Westrich brings his experience to land-use on Episode 180 1:13:59

7M ago1:13:59

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Land use warrior Matt Westrich brings his Army experience to the battlefields of organizational combat. Matt has great experience and knowledge to share with all of us. It’s a great listen, be sure to tune in on your favorite podcast app. 4:44 – Al Bundy is modeled after me 8:30 – Utah, where the heck is Utah? 22:36 – I get into announcing because …

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MasterCraft Pro 20:14

7M ago20:14

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Trent and guest Freddiew Winter sit down for a recap of the MasterCraft Pro,⁠ stop #12 of the ⁠Waterski Pro Tour⁠ for the 2023 season. ⁠Regina Jaquess⁠ goes two-in-a-row by securing the win in the Women Slalom division, followed by ⁠Jaimee Bull⁠ in second and Whitney McClintock Rini in third. Back to back wins in the Men Slalom division also for ⁠N…

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Jim Bramham is preaching to the Campfire on Episode 179 1:15:00

8M ago1:15:00

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Advocacy and education are what ORMHOF inductee Jim Bramham, brings to the table. Leading the fight for years in preserving public lands, Jim does the hard part, a walking encyclopedia of OHV knowledge and land use, we are pleased to introduce him to more than California. Congratulations to Jim Bramham, a 2018 inductee into ORMHOF; Jim is why we sa…

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California Pro Am 34:24

8M ago34:24

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Marcus and Matteo break down the action of California Pro Am, stop #11 of the Waterski Pro Tour for the 2023 season. Regina Jaquess had a dominant weekend, securing the title in the Women Slalom division in the final Head-to-Head against Jaimee Bull, with Allie Nicholson placing third. The Men Slalom division saw Nate Smith securing another big win…

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No fear, no failure, Curt LeDuc on Episode 178 1:26:42

8M ago1:26:42

1:26:42

ORMHOF inductee Curt Leduc, Class of 2015, shares some great storytelling; living life to the best of his abilities, Curt has made his own luck along the way with hard work and dedication to his craft. Congratulations to Curt Leduc, a 2015 inductee into ORMHOF; Curt is why we say; legends live at ORMHOF.org. Be sure to tune in on your favorite podc…

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Small-town girl, Laura Butcher, shares big-city experiences on Episode 177 1:23:42

8M ago1:23:42

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Classic over-achiever, Laura Butcher, shares an unparalleled perspective into off-road. Currently heading up VORRA and Farmy’s Off Road Park, along with her full-time gig at Tread Lightly! Laura is a wonder. Listen in on the experience she brings to the table. It’s a great listen, be sure to tune in on your favorite podcast app. 5:05 – “are you wil…

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Class 3 Champion Don Moss on Episode 176 1:14:52

8M ago1:14:52

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There’s never a direct path to the finish line. Don Moss started in Demo Derbies, raced Circle Track, and then found his way to Class 3 Championships. If you’ve ever wondered how to get into off-road, this is what it’s all about. It’s a great listen, be sure to tune in on your favorite podcast app. 7:50 – It’s a long ways to any parts stores in Bis…

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Calgary Cup 28:43

9M ago28:43

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Matteo joins Joel Poland to summarize the proceedings of the MasterCraft Shootout, stop #10 of the 2023 Waterski Pro Tour occurred on August 4-6 at Predator Bay Waterski Club in Calgary, AB, Canada. Whitney McClintock Rini took the win on the motherland in a tight runoff with Allie Nicholson⁠⁠, with both ladies running 10.75m (39.5off) in the first…

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Traveler, photographer, and storyteller, Chris Collard on Episode 175 1:46:02

9M ago1:46:02

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ORMHOF inductee Chris Collard, Class of 2015, shares some great storytelling, which is right in his wheelhouse. Who knew you could go from UPS driver to premier magazine editor and writer? That’s my favorite part of the story, how Chris gets invited and takes the opportunity to get in the room. So grateful to interview long-time history-makers in t…

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The Master of Photography, Boyd Jaynes on Episode 174 1:25:00

9M ago1:25:00

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Renowned automotive photographer Boyd Jaynes is a publisher, off-road racer, and head of the Dusty Times publication. It’s a great listen, be sure to tune in on your favorite podcast app. 8:03 – I really aspired to be an artist like my mom, but I couldn’t draw to save my life 13:16 – I bought myself a little Honda scooter before I had a driver’s li…

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Quinn Pultz at 74 Weld on Episode 173 1:37:08

9M ago1:37:08

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Have you been looking at portals for your Jeep, Bronco or Tacoma, we found your source. Quinn Pultz at 74 Weld gives the low-down on building his business. Great stories, good insight. It’s a great listen, be sure to tune in on your favorite podcast app. 5:45 – I followed my brother's footsteps in everything he did, if he wanted to do it, I natural…

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Flat Fender Aficionado, Travis C. Bunch, on Episode 172 1:05:33

9M ago1:05:33

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Technically homeless, Travis C. Bunch lives in Moab with his ten cars. Yep, that says cars, not cats. Travis produces the Flat Fender Aficionado, a storytelling periodical. He’s got great insight into the world of Jeeps. It’s a great listen, be sure to tune in on your favorite podcast app. 3:35 – with a Jeep you can turn it off when you’re getting …

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San Gervasio Pro Am 26:19

9M ago26:19

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As organizer and competitor in the event, Matteo joins Trent to chat about the San Gervasio Pro Am, stop #9 of the 2023 Waterski Pro Tour occurred on July 15-16 at Jolly Ski School in San Gervasio Bresciano, Italy. Allie Nicholson⁠ scored the first win of the season by winning her first title in San Gervasio beating Alexandra Garcia in the final he…

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Another ORMHOF OG, Brian Chuchua, class of 1978 on Episode 171 50:04

10M ago50:04

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ORMHOF inductee Brian Chuchua, Class of 1978, drops some cherry bombs on us as he tells the Jeep history from the beginning. From paying $5,000 for a Jeep franchise to participating in year 2 of Jeep Jamboree to racing the first Mexican 1000 and founding SEMA. So grateful to interview long-time history-makers in the industry. Congratulations to Bri…

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Kaiafas Battle Pro Am 16:26

10M ago16:26

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Another recap episode, this time with Matteo and guest host Nate Smith, summarizing the Kaiafas Battle Pro Am, stop #8 of the 2023 Waterski Pro Tour occurred on July 8-9 at Kaiafas Ski Resort in Zacharo, Greece. Jaimee Bull⁠⁠ defended the title from last year, winning the final with 5.5@10.75m (39.5off), ahead of Syndicate teammate Allie Nicholson …

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