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Driven to Ride shares the stories of motorcyclists from all walks of life: prominent journalists, racers, celebrities who you didn’t know rode motorcycles, first-time adventurers, and ordinary folks who have taken extraordinary adventures. Driven to Ride also documents the adventures of its host, Mark Long, further exploring his life-changing experiences on two wheels. You’ll meet riders just like... more

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Jeremy Taubman has never fit neatly into one category. He’s a university professor, published author, professional motorcycle racer, nonprofit co-founder—and a man who has spent more than two decades in recovery.

His relationship with motorcycles be... more

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Racing has always felt like home to Jenny Lewis. She grew up at flat-track events, watching her brother Johnny Lewis race and spending weekends surrounded by the close-knit community of the paddock. But when it came time to build her own life, Jenny ... more

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Few people have influenced American motorcycling from as many angles as Mark Blackwell. A pioneering racer, instructor, team manager, product-development specialist, executive, and industry advisor, Blackwell has spent more than five decades helping ... more

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For nearly seventy years, Brian Slark has rarely been far from a motorcycle—and his remarkable journey has placed him at the center of some unforgettable moments in motorcycling history.

Growing up in motorcycle-mad postwar London, Brian saved for h... more

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Jeremy Taubman
University professor, published author, professional motorcycle racer, and nonprofit co-founder in long-term recovery
Remix Recovery
Episode: Jeremy Taubman: Racing for a Reason
Jennifer Lewis
Manager of Royal Enfield's Build Train Race flat-track and road-racing programs
Royal Enfield
Episode: Jennifer Lewis: The Heart of Royal Enfield’s Build Train Race
Mark Blackwell
Motocross veteran, former racer and industry executive
Former Husqvarna rider; former Victory Motorcycles executive
Episode: Mark Blackwell: America’s First Motocross Champion
Brian Slark
Motorcycle industry veteran, museum founder and promoter
Barber Vintage Museum / Norton / AMC
Episode: Brian Slark: Seventy Years in the Right Place at the Right Time
Dmitry Pavlovsky
Marketing Manager for Law Tigers in Chicagoland; Vector Burn YouTube creator; former MSF instructor
Law Tigers
Episode: Dmitry Pavlovsky's Reinvention Through Motorcycles
Rob Brooks
Founder/Editor RoadDirt TV, motorcycle journalist
RoadDirt.tv
Episode: The Many Lives of Rob Brooks of RoadDirt.tv
Morgan Michelle
Female motorcycle rider and customizer/builder from Winterset, Iowa
Motoblot participant
Episode: Motoblot 2026: Chicago’s Motorcycle Homecoming
Tenley Fletcher
Fletch's daughter, involved since youth in Motoblot/MODS vs. Rockers
Motoblot family member
Episode: Motoblot 2026: Chicago’s Motorcycle Homecoming
Cat McLeod
Founder of Leod Escapes, motorcycle tour operator
Leod Escapes
Episode: Cat MacLeod: Where European Motorcycle Touring Meets the Racetrack

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Mark Long
Host of Driven to Ride with years of interviewing riders, organizers, and industry figures.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Don't Sleep On This Moto Pod

    If you're looking for a motorcycle-centric pod featuring great guests (think Ari Henning, Charlie Boorman and Ryan F9), look no further. This polished, well-edited podcast has a great slice-of-life feel to it, with a likeable and knowledgeable host Mark. The topics and interviews are wide-ranging, though always coherent, interesting and thought-provoking. Give it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vector-Burn
    United States2 months ago
  • Best motorcycle podcast

    Easily the best motorcycle podcast I’ve found. Always has great guests and brings up all the questions I am thinking myself. The way the stories are told makes you feel like you’re there with them! Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    codyduff
    United States2 years ago
  • Driven to Listen!

    I found out about this podcast when meeting the host at a networking event. The episodes are polished and put together, which makes it easy to listen to. I thought it was ONLY going to be about motorcycles when I tuned in, but was pleasantly surprised to hear life stories of guests that brought a lot of relatability to my ears. Tune in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    haueyrbdn
    United States3 years ago
  • You meet the nicest people in the world riding motorcycles. The great thing about motorcycles is that the history, the styles, the racing, the variety of bikes is vast. The common denominator is often people who would give you the shirt off their back. it is great to hear their stories. Minor suggestion, but would ask the host to dig into the guests history a little more. There some great stories that the guests may have forgotten about that you may ask them about. Ping some motorcycle mag edito... more

    Audible
    5
    Michael Czechowski
    United States3 years ago
  • Very Enjoyable

    You meet the nicest people in the world riding motorcycles. The great thing about motorcycles is that the history, the styles, the racing, the variety of bikes is vast. The common denominator is often people who would give you the shirt off their back. it is great to hear their stories. Minor suggestion, but would ask the host to dig into the guests history a little more. There some great stories that the guests may have forgotten about that you may ask them about. Ping some motorcycle mag edito... more

    Audible
    5
    Michael Czechowski
    United States3 years ago

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Jeremy Taubman: Racing for a Reason
Q: Can you tell me about what the Remix Racing Project is, where it came from, and what it encompasses?
Taubman and his fiancée founded Remix Racing Project to use the racing community to challenge addiction and mental health stigma. Its work expanded into Remix Recovery, which creates inclusive support spaces, connects people with resources, and is developing financial assistance for treatment.
Jeremy Taubman: Racing for a Reason
Q: How did you get involved in motorcycles in the first place?
As a teenager, Taubman wrote a research paper to persuade his risk-averse father to let him ride. His father agreed, but took the motorcycle away after catching him racing. Years later, Taubman returned to riding as an adult.
Jennifer Lewis: The Heart of Royal Enfield’s Build Train Race
Q: Can you give us a brief overview of kind of how like Build Train Race works?
Applicants go through an online application and interview. Selected riders build motorcycles with professional mechanics, train with Johnny Lewis for flat track or Freddie Spencer for road racing, then compete in dedicated classes at American Flat Track and MotoAmerica events.
Jennifer Lewis: The Heart of Royal Enfield’s Build Train Race
Q: Where did this idea for Build Train Race even come from?
Lewis says Royal Enfield's Adrian Sellers and her brother Johnny Lewis developed the program to bring more women into motorcycle racing. It began with five women in exhibition races and grew into full flat-track and road-racing programs.
Mark Blackwell: America’s First Motocross Champion
Q: What fired your passion for motocross in the first place, and how did it lead you to Europe?
Seeing Torsten Hallman perform at Saddleback Park opened my eyes to a new level of riding and possibility; that moment inspired me to chase motocross across the Atlantic, leading me to race in Europe and eventually become America's first national champion.

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Driven to Ride spotlights motorcyclists from diverse backgrounds, from seasoned journalists and racers to everyday riders with extraordinary journeys. Conversations span riding culture, safety, adventure travel, and the host's own two-wheeled life, often weaving in industry insiders, event organizers, and creators who push the boundaries of what it means to ride. Notable threads include mentorship, the evolution of rider education, and the playful yet informative storytelling that helps listeners level up their own riding experiences. The show often blends practical takeaways with human-interest stories, making it engaging for gearheads, travelers, and career-minded professionals alike.

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Recent guests on Driven to Ride include:

1. Jeremy Taubman
2. Jennifer Lewis
3. Mark Blackwell
4. Brian Slark
5. Dmitry Pavlovsky
6. Rob Brooks
7. Morgan Michelle
8. Tenley Fletcher

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