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The Union Tapes

John Dye
BMX
BMX Freestyle
FBM
UK BMX
Half-Pipe
Flatland
United Kingdom
Ithaca, New York
Hoboken, United States
Circus
UK BMX Scene
Southsea, United Kingdom
Wigan, United Kingdom
UK BMX Freestyle Association
Roadfools
St. Louis, United States
Austin, United States
Greenville, North Carolina
Huntington Beach, United States
Action Bike

The Union tapes is a London based BMX podcast with people who's story we want to hear. We believe the UK needs BMX podcasts so we threw the hat in and interviewed the riders who were actually there. We'll aim for one a month and see where it takes us? Enjoy.

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Latest Episodes

FBM team rider Ryan Corrigan was in the UK, yet again-for the recent annual Boyley Jam in Hastings recently. We knew he had a storied life so took the opportunity to get him in the chair and find out the some of the stories. Ryan has visited the UK m... more

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Theres not many people who fit in this bracket, Mark Noble first started in BMX magazine publication business when he began contributing photos and writing to a lost and dwindling publication, Freestyle BMX in 1986, saying that, BMX was lost and dwin... more

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Crandall has lived a BMX life, you probably heard about it before? But you wouldn't have heard most of these topics. Cause I havent and I listen to most BMX audio out there. The Cran man could definitely be considered a 'Lord of fun' as one of their ... more

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So we reached the big 50…A harder task than you'd think in this BMX podcast thing. For one reason or another a fair few people that I want to come on and tell their story are difficult to convince. Anyways lets hope that they do eventually change the... more

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Recent Guests

Ryan Corrigan
BMX rider, ramp builder, and participant in FBM and Woodward scenes
Freelance BMX builder/rider
Episode: Ryan Corrigan - Episode 53
Mark Noble
Professional BMX rider and publisher involved in Freestyle BMX magazine, Invert, Ride BMX, and other titles.
BMX magazines and publishing (4130 Publishing)
Episode: Mark Noble - Episode 52
Steve Crandall
Founder of FBM, BMX rider and driver of the early FBM movement
FBM
Episode: Steve Crandall - Episode 51
Paul Roberts
Guest BMX rider and central interview subject
Episode: Grotbags - Episode 50
Simon Kefford
80s pro BMX rider; son of Colin Kefford, founder of UKBFA
UKBFA (UK BMX Freestyle Association)
Episode: Simon Kefford / UKBFA - Episode 49
Dylan Clayton
Pro BMX racer and coach, highlighted guest of the episode
UK BMX community, former team rider for Robinson, Amoco Mongoose, Sunn, and Titan
Episode: Dylan Clayton - Episode 48
Mike Pardon
BMX rider who rose through racing and freestyle in the UK scene and later pursued other ventures
Episode: Mike Pardon - Episode 47
Effraim Catlow
Freestyle BMX rider and flatland specialist from Southsea, long-time coach and community organizer
Southsea Skate Park manager, Flat Matters contributor
Episode: Effraim Catlow - Episode 46
James Hudson
BMX rider and central figure in the UK half-pipe era, later photographer and author
Independent BMX figure, circuses and magazines
Episode: James Hudson - Episode 44

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 71 ratings
  • If you love BMX, you’ll love this!

    Such a great podcast! Super-interesting guests combined with John Dye’s encyclopedic knowledge of BMX make this a real treat for the ears!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    steff.evans
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Amazing to hear all these stories from guys I looked up too years ago and slowly realised they're a bunch of incoherent boneheads. 5 Stars

    Podcast Addict
    f00
    3 years ago
  • John remembers.

    He remembers your bike and its colour

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PettyKrooks
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • THE best old school BMX podcast.

    Fantastic series of great interviews with all the key players in the 80’s & 80’s BMX scene. John has been living BMX since day one. 🙌🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DiscoJimbo
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • A glance into the lives of some UK BMX greats.

    I’ve listened to the Fids and Scott Malyon episodes so far, love it. Cool hearing the riders stories straight from them, with John Dye making it happen. It’s amazing how influential the UK scene has been around the world, and continues to be. Stoked I got to ride Scott’s ramp when I was in London in 2009.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brizbarnhart
    United States4 years ago

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A celebration of BMX history with rich guest stories.
Guests share vivid anecdotes that bring the era to life and show BMX's cultural impact.
Listeners praise depth and breadth of guest perspectives and host knowledge.
High-quality, nostalgic interviews that feel authentic to the UK scene.
The host keeps interviews focused on community and evolution of the sport, not just hype.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Mark Noble - Episode 52
Q: What was the catalyst for you deciding to start Freestyle magazine, and how did that process begin?
The opportunity presented itself as a natural progression from contributing to the mag; I saw editing as the next level and a chance to push the scene forward, so I took on the role and learned as I went, balancing DIY production with the need to keep advertisers and readers engaged.
Simon Kefford / UKBFA - Episode 49
Q: What was the early competition scene like in the UK and how did events evolve?
Simon recalls Edenbridge as a key kickoff, the role of local tracks and schools, and how the federation and affiliations with insurance and sports councils enabled more formal events.
Simon Kefford / UKBFA - Episode 49
Q: How did the UKBFA originate and what role did your father play?
The guest explains that his father, Colin Kefford, was pivotal in organizing BMX clubs and the eventual formation of UKBFA, driven by a desire for safe, official competition and insurance frameworks.
Simon Kefford / UKBFA - Episode 49
Q: Where were you born and how did you first get into BMX?
Simon describes growing up around Edenbridge and how he was drawn into BMX after witnessing local demos and a Mongoose Roadshow at school, leading to early bikes and a developing passion for riding and competing.
Keith Treanor - Episode 43
Q: How did you first get linked with the S&M crew and start riding for them?
Keith recounts meeting Moller through Alex Leach and Rob, the initial approach to ride for S&M, and how the early business dynamic and friendships formed the path into the brand's team and graphics work.

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A deep, culture-forward series exploring the UK BMX scene through long-form conversations with riders, organizers, and historians. Episodes center on early scenes, iconic venues, sponsorship dynamics, community building, and the evolution of racing, freestyle, and BMX media. The show often blends personal narrative with industry context, offering richly detailed remembrances from pivotal decades and a clear emphasis on the people who shaped the UK BMX landscape. Noteworthy elements include intimate storytelling, a consistent focus on community, mentorship, and the interplay between local scenes and global exposure, making it a compelling listen for enthusiasts, potential guests, and brands looking for authentic BMX storytelling.

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1. Ryan Corrigan
2. Mark Noble
3. Steve Crandall
4. Paul Roberts
5. Simon Kefford
6. Dylan Clayton
7. Mike Pardon
8. Effraim Catlow

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