Special guest Sean shares his passion for motorcycles, his advertising work with top brands, and his love for historic roads and racing.

2024 X-Games! Sam Schneider had the opportunity to interview Liana Su, one of the U.S. Army Marketing & Engagement Brigade ambassadors. She shared her experience of pursuing her passions and personal growth within the US Army. Liana, a US Army officer, discussed her love for extreme sports, including snowboarding and scuba diving, which led her to unique reenlistment ceremonies. She shared her journey of discovering the diverse opportunities in the military beyond the uniform, emphasizing the importance of maintaining one's identity and passions and highlights how the Army has allowed her to continue her passion for field hockey and encourages soldiers to explore educational opportunities. Liana also emphasizes the creative problem-solving aspects of every job in the Army and encourages viewers to discover the unique teams and programs. The military expert and recruiter encourages viewers with an interest in joining the military to contact them, emphasizing the Army's non-discriminatory policy and welcoming attitude towards all individuals. With over 453,000 active duty soldiers, the military offers various opportunities for personal growth and development.

Ay Papi! CEO and founder," Sammy Elliott, the CEO and founder of a cannabis wellness brand called AyPapiCo, discusses the challenges of maintaining quality in the rapidly growing cannabis industry. He shares his background and how he met Sam Schneider, a mutual friend and fellow entrepreneur, and the inception of their solventless cannabis business. Elliott emphasizes the importance of transparency, regenerative farming practices, and avoiding big pharma-produced cannabis. The conversation also touches upon the various ways to consume cannabis, the potential for creating unique devices, and the legality of shipping cannabis across state lines. Samski reflects on his personal experiences with cannabis use and the growing trend of cannabis-friendly workplaces in Los Angeles. He discusses the challenges of building a brand while also working as a content creator and the importance of his wife Kirsti's support. The CEO also shares their plans to create a supplement brand using their background in fitness and expertise in natural supplements, with a focus on whole food, bioavailable supplements, and potential use of CBD. Sammy expresses his excitement about being on the show and invites listeners to find him and AyPapiCo on Instagram.

Pistol Pete, the manager and CEO of Tab Pool Industries, shares stories from the Barber Motorsports Park Small Bore event in Alabama. He describes the event as a gathering of thousands of people with small bikes and scooters. Pete, a local and mechanic, reminisces about his past experiences and love for racing. A man, referred to as "The Champ," boasts about his drag racing accomplishments and history with the Creek Bottom Classic event. The conversation is filled with laughter as Pete makes a challenge to chip a golf ball into a cup using a 60-degree wedge and a Nitro golf ball from Walmart. Both men express their enjoyment of the situation and share humorous anecdotes throughout the 16-minute exchange.

In Today’s epsisode, we meet Colin Miller, Honda PR and Marketing manage.r Colin discusses the success of Honda's small bikes, particularly the Grom, at the Small Bore Barber vintage event. These bikes, including the Navi, Monkey, and Trail 125, have gained popularity due to their affordability and approachable nature, serving as a gateway to motorcycling for many, especially younger generations. Honda identified the Grom's popularity and has seen great success since its release in 2014, making it their top-selling street bike. The event showcased various customizations, and some riders even progress to larger Honda models after starting on a Grom. Honda develops and designs many products, including generators, ATVs, and side by sides, in the US, making it the largest employer in Ohio. The company manufactures a significant percentage of its products sold in the US in North and South Carolina and frequently gathers feedback from customers. The 2021 Grom received upgrades, including a new engine and transmission, due to this customer feedback. Smaller displacement bikes, like the Grom, are growing in popularity for daily commuting due to their fuel efficiency and affordability. Colin shares his personal experience of using a Grom as a daily commuter and for racing. The conversation touches upon the idea that smaller bikes can serve as a training tool or gateway to bigger bikes and track days. Honda transitioned from motorcycle production to automobile manufacturing in the late 1960s, catering to an older generation with more disposable income and the growing demand for larger cars in the US market. Today, Honda continues to expand its offerings, including marine engines, water pumps, and electric vehicles. The Honda team expresses their mission to provide various products for different needs and hopes that customers enjoy using them. Colin shares his positive experience with a Honda generator during the event, and the team mentions upcoming events, including adventure rides and the Overland Expo, where they will showcase their products.

While at Small Bore I had the fortune to sit down with one of my local Atl buddies and get to know him a bit better. Meet “Rowdy” Rodney Sargent! Rodney is a professional Street Freestyle athlete and performer based in Atlanta, Georgia. His passion for motorcycles began with a 1971 Honda CT70 Mini Trail, which he still owns, and has grown into a remarkable career. Moving to Atlanta in 1990, Rodney was captivated by the city's cultural diversity and soon found his calling in stunt riding. Since 2004, he has performed, competed, and made appearances at over 200 events across the United States, establishing himself as one of the top street freestyle entertainers in the country. Rodney owns the two-time Guinness World Record-holding team, Anger Management Street Extreme Entertainment, and the World Famous AM Stoppie School. Together, they have thrilled millions of fans at over 300 events worldwide, performing at some of the country’s largest motorsports venues, including XDL, Stuntwars, NHRA, and NASCAR. He holds Guinness World Records for the longest and fastest nose wheelies on a sport bike. Beyond his professional achievements, Rodney has faced personal challenges, including a battle with leukemia, which has given him the mental strength to overcome adversity. He is deeply involved in the motorcycle community, particularly the Honda Grom culture, known for its affordability, customizability, and large following in Atlanta. Rodney is also vocal about his concerns over aggressive law enforcement tactics towards motorcyclists and remains committed to pushing the underground sport of Streetbike Freestyle stuntriding into the mainstream in a positive direction.

Sam Schneider welcomes action sports athlete and stuntman Dave Cutler, who shares his background in racing, from dirt bikes to track racing, and his transition into stunt performing. Cutler discusses his start in stunt performing and the making of his latest film, "One Fast Move," which aims to capture the authenticity and passion of motorcycle racing. Sam and Dave also discuss the importance of privateers in advancing motorcycle racing and the challenges of filming a movie about club racing. Cutler shares his experience working with actor KJ Appa for his roll as a racer and the importance of authenticity in sponsorships and product placement in films. Sam discusses the growing popularity of motorcycle racing in America and the impact of motorcycle-themed films on the community. Cutler offers advice on seeking sponsorship, emphasizing the importance of building relationships and demonstrating commitment.

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