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The Ride Inside with Mark Barnes

Mark Barnes/BMW Motorcycle Owners of America
Motorcycling
BMW Motorcycle Owners Of America
Motorcycle Safety
Rider Training
Mental Health
Psychology
Rider Safety
Trail Braking
Rider Education
Motorcycle Maintenance
BMW Motorcycles
Community Engagement
Safety
Rider Community
Motorcycle Training
Risk Management
Off-Road Riding
Motorcycle Dealerships
Exercise
Skill Development

The Ride Inside with Mark Barnes takes an in-depth look into the mental, emotional and social aspects of motorcycling with licensed clinical psychologist Mark Barnes. Mark takes your questions in every episode. Support your mental motorcycling with The Ride Inside!

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FORGET EVERYTHING YOU KNOW: Mark quotes that old movie "Willow" by reminding us that to move forward, sometimes we must un-learn certain things. By approaching things as a beginner would, we can gain the benefit of learning from a new perspective.

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NOTHING TO DO: When does the freedom to do nothing at all take over? Mark looks at how, for a motorcyclist, having no agenda can actually be a huge boon to your schedule, happiness and life.

Send your questions to us via email: podcast@bmwmoa.org.... more

POINTERS: Rider education is a necessity throughout the lifespan of any motorcyclist. That's not hyperbole, and it's also the first thing you'll hear Mark say in this episode. He believes it deeply, and by the time you're done here, you will too.

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A REAL PAIN: There's pain, and then there's *pain*! Whether it's from injury or experience, Mark talks about how we experience pain and how we can grow from it, whether or not it happens from motorcycling.

Send your questions to us via email: podc... more

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Kandi Spangler
Two-time GS Trophy finalist and motorcycling instructor
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Brian Hinton
Founder of Helmet Head
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BJ Hessler
Founder of DC Dirt Camp
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Dave Searle
Former editor of Motorcycle Consumer News and a passionate motorcyclist
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James Carlisle
BMW mechanic and contributor to BMW MOA's Owners News Magazine
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Tami Bakke
Current director of the MOA Foundation and passionate motorcyclist.
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Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Brilliant

    Love your work thanks Mark.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andy J F (Piano)
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • All the stories told are very relatable. the psychology aspect that is covered in each is spot on. These podcasts are fantastic and I'd love to hear more!

    Audible
    5
    J
    United States3 years ago
  • I fully recommend listening.

    All the stories told are very relatable. the psychology aspect that is covered in each is spot on. These podcasts are fantastic and I'd love to hear more!

    Audible
    5
    J
    United States3 years ago
  • A refreshing look at motorcycle culture

    Great job on the podcast. I enjoy your perspective on our two wheeled obsession. It was six bodies deep at the LD Products booth in Springfield! Enjoy your time riding

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B7M2W
    United States4 years ago
  • If Rodin’s “Thinker” came alive and rode a motorcycle, he’d follow this podcast

    What I like about this podcast is that as Mark Barnes reads one of his essays about motorcycle riding, it’s a lot like listening to a well read audiobook rather than the typical interview/discussion type podcasts. The questions he answers at the tail end of each episode are provided in a thoughtful manner as well; Barnes explores each one very systematically and thoughtfully. His podcast about the Fog Lights turned out to be more of an allusion It was almost like having a little therapy session... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wisco Scotty
    United States5 years ago

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Clear storytelling with personal and practical insights
Gives useful perspectives for riders seeking safer, more meaningful experiences
Shows thoughtful, psychology-informed takes on riding and safety
Engaging mix of theory, anecdote, and guest knowledge

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Dallas Shannon of XTADV (Part 1)
Q: What does the operation look like today?
Dallas describes the current state of his training operation, emphasizing it as a structured curriculum designed for both education and enjoyment in off-road riding.
Dylan Code and the California Superbike School
Q: Can you give us any history on the school and how it began?
Dylan explained that the California Superbike School started in 1980 and was initially a collaborative effort with Richard Lovell aiming to educate riders, significantly expanding the scope of rider training.
Dylan Code and the California Superbike School
Q: What do you remember about that era, about what was so intoxicating early on about riding a motorcycle?
Dylan described it as freedom and an adventure, expressing an innate love for thrilling and sometimes dangerous activities as a child.
BJ Hessler of DC Dirt Camp on The Ride Inside With Mark Barnes
Q: What can students expect from your classes?
Students can expect a safe, encouraging environment where they will learn new skills, with classes limited to ensure personal attention and appropriate equipment.
BJ Hessler of DC Dirt Camp on The Ride Inside With Mark Barnes
Q: What inspired you to start DC Dirt Camp?
I had this idea of bringing motorcycling, particularly off-road riding, to the masses and realized I had to make a business model that worked in my densely populated region.

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What is The Ride Inside about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show combines personal motorcycle storytelling with psychological insight to explore the mental, emotional, and social sides of riding. Across episodes, listeners encounter aging riders reconciling skill loss, identity shifts around brands and community, safety and training discussions, and reflections on motivation, balance, and well-being. A distinctive angle is the host's clinical psychology lens, offering thoughtful, reflective guidance on rider behavior, safety, and mental health–all while celebrating the camaraderie and craft of motorcycling. Potential listeners who enjoy introspective takes on riding, safety culture, and skill development will likely find this consistently engaging and practical, with a strong emphasis on respons... more

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1. Dallas Shannon
2. John Lloyd
3. Dylan Code
4. Kandi Spangler
5. Brian Hinton
6. BJ Hessler
7. Dave Searle
8. James Carlisle

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