
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!
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 120 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | AutomotiveLeisureScienceSocial Sciences | |||

This episode contains a graphic account of a serious motorcycle crash, emergency medical response and rider fatality.
After unexpectedly encountering a devastating motorcycle crash, clinical psychologist and motojournalist Mark Barnes reflects on a... more
Motorcycling offers far more than transportation—it can be a powerful source of discovery, creativity and personal vitality. Clinical psychologist and motojournalist Mark Barnes explores how riding, learning new skills, understanding and maintaining ... more
Veteran riders develop a sixth sense for danger by learning to recognize the subtle "tells" of distracted drivers, unpredictable vehicles and changing road conditions. Clinical psychologist and motojournalist Mark Barnes explores how situational awar... more
If you're having a midlife crisis but you're not buying a motorcycle, are you really having a midlife crisis?
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Love your work thanks Mark.
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!
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!
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
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
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A psychology-inflected motorcycle podcast that blends practical riding safety, skill development, and mental well-being. Hosted by a licensed clinical psychologist, each episode uses personal stories and guest interactions to explore rider psychology, risk perception, and education, with ongoing support from rider-education initiatives and foundations. The show often ties deep, reflective essays about riding to actionable tips, safety programs, and sponsor-backed rider education, making it a thoughtful resource for riders who want to ride more safely and mindfully while exploring the psychological facets of motorcycling.
What stands out is the integration of mental health perspectives with riding technique, a steady focus on rider educatio... more
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Recent guests on The Ride Inside include:
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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