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ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast!

Welcome to Cycle Source Magazine’s Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast!Join us every week as we go full throttle into the heart of motorcycle culture! Hosted by the crew at Cycle Source Magazine, our podcast features in-depth conversations with industry legends, top custom bike builders, skilled craftsmen, passionate riders, and fearless racers from across the two-wheeled world.🔥 What to Expect:✅ Exclusive motorcycle industry news & updates✅ Tech tips & how-tos from the pros✅ Featured

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96:48

Nick Fahringer: Cycle Electric, Racing & Keeping...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/10/05

Nick Fahringer of Cycle Electric joins Chris and Heather on ShopTalk to talk motorcycles from two very different sides of his life: the race course and the family business. Nick has spent years competing at a national and international level in off-road motorcycle racing, but these days he's also part of the next generation behind Cycle Electric, a name V-twin riders and builders have relied on for generators, stators, regulators and charging systems. We talk about the history and future of C...

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75:29

ShopTalk 354 | From the Garage to The Congregation:...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/09/28

This week on ShopTalk, we sit down with Jake Hindes, founder of Prism Supply, to talk about how a garage hobby grew into a motorcycle parts business and eventually helped create The Congregation, the custom motorcycle and car show in Charlotte, North Carolina. Jake takes us back to his early days around motorcycles, the beginnings of Prism Supply, how The Congregation came together, and what he and the team look for when choosing bikes for the show. We also take a look at Curtis Hoffman’s kit...

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94:35

ShopTalk Ep. 353: 100-Year-Old Race Bikes, Motordrome...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/09/21

This week on ShopTalk, we’re talking vintage motorcycle racing, the new Motordrome series at Lake Erie Speedway, Stacy McCleary’s Orange Crate chopper, and one unforgettable SmokeOut weekend. Tom Banks, eBay Jake, and Erik Lund take us inside the first Motordrome race and explain what it takes to push nearly 100-year-old Harley-Davidson and Indian-era motorcycles around a wide, banked asphalt track. They break down race strategy, gearing, board track motorcycles, the Hot 45 and Hot 61 classes...

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115:07

ShopTalk 352 | 9/11 Firefighter Tim Duffy Shares His...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/09/21

SmokeOut 26 is almost here, and this episode of ShopTalk brings together one of the most powerful stories we’ve had on the show, along with custom motorcycles, Garage Build-Off updates, new parts, and the final countdown to Salisbury. Chris, Mark, and Heather sit down with Tim Duffy, the retired FDNY firefighter and Navy veteran whose motorcycle became part of one of the most recognized photographs from September 11, 2001. Tim shares what happened that morning, how he made his way to Ground Z...

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108:39

What Really Happens Behind Law Tigers? Ari Levenbaum...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/08/03

Sturgis 2026 is almost here, and this episode of ShopTalk brings together motorcycle history, industry insight and a live report from the Black Hills. Law Tigers CEO Ari Levenbaum joins the show to celebrate the company’s 25th anniversary and share the family story behind one of the most recognized brands in the motorcycle community. Ari talks about how his father built Law Tigers from the ground up, the importance of integrity and community involvement, and how the company plans to serve rid...

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127:50

Eric Mauer: Sturgis and the People Behind Motorcycle...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/07/27

Eric Mauer joins the Cycle Source Shop Talk crew for a candid conversation about motorcycles, Sturgis, custom bike culture, and the relationships that have shaped the industry. Chris Callen, Heather Callen, Mark Persichetti, and Eric look back on his journey through motorcycle media, his years with Turn 14 Powersports, Bonneville, and the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Eric shares the unforgettable moment during Sturgis 2005 when he realized he was living a life most riders only dream about, along...

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112:33

Dan & Rhino from the Low Life Podcast | Garage-Built...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/07/20

Garage-built motorcycles aren't just surviving—they're driving the future of custom motorcycle culture. This week on Shop Talk, Chris Callen sits down with Dan and Rhino from the Low Life Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about building motorcycles the right way, learning through experience, DIY fabrication, paint, punk rock, and the community that continues to keep chopper culture alive. The discussion takes a deep dive into the Idle Hand Show, exploring how a grassroots idea evolved i...

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94:28

Shop Talk Podcast | Aaron Green, America 250 & the...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/07/13

Fresh off the America 250: Two Wheels, One Nation ride, Chris, Heather, and Mark return to the Shop Talk studio to reflect on an unforgettable cross-country motorcycle adventure before welcoming longtime friend and master builder Aaron Green. The conversation begins with stories from the road, including memorable people, historic landmarks, and the unexpected moments that reminded the crew why motorcycles have a unique way of bringing people together. They also revisit the America 250 journey...

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39:46

Roadside Shop Talk from Buffalo, Wyoming | America...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/07/13

Chris and Heather check in from Buffalo, Wyoming during the America 250: Two Wheels, One Nation motorcycle journey for a laid-back roadside edition of Shop Talk. Recorded live while crossing the country, this episode covers everything from elk burgers and huckleberry ice cream to long days in the saddle, unforgettable small-town America, and the experiences that are shaping this once-in-a-lifetime ride. The conversation looks back on highlights from the trip so far, including Casey, Illinois,...

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124:35

Drew Huddleston of Evolution Cycles 618 Joins...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/06/29

If you're into real choppers, killer fabrication, and motorcycles built the right way, you won't want to miss this one. This Sunday at 9PM EST, we're joined by Drew Huddleston of Evolution Cycles 618 from Alton, Illinois. Drew has built a reputation for turning out some of the cleanest custom choppers and handcrafted parts in the country, with bikes that have been making waves everywhere from Mama Tried to custom shows across the nation. We're talking about his builds, his shop, what's driv...

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104:42

Padre Sequoia: Faith, Recovery, Motorcycles &...

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2026/06/15

A storm knocked out the feed, the conversation got real, and Padre Sequoia delivered one of the most memorable interviews we've had on Shop Talk. In this episode, we sit down with Padre Sequoia—rider, writer, priest, and founder of the Remnant Sons—to talk about the roads that shaped his life. From growing up around motorcycles to finding purpose through recovery, faith, and service, Padre shares an honest look at the power of community and the bonds formed through riding. We also dig into Ha...

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123:57

What Is a Custom Motorcycle? The Great Motorcycle...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/06/01

This week on Shop Talk, we're diving into one of the most debated topics in motorcycle culture: What is a custom motorcycle? Before the debate begins, we're joined by Kirk Willard of the Motorcycle Riders Foundation and Bob K from the Independent Motorcycle Aftermarket to discuss the latest issues affecting riders and motorcycle businesses across America. Topics include motorcycle rights, right to repair legislation, anti-profiling efforts, and the ongoing work being done to protect the freed...

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69:54

ShopTalk 343 Mike Kennedy Didn't Hold Back, Indian...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/05/25

Here’s a tighter, more podcast-optimized version with stronger flow, cleaner SEO, and better listener engagement: Chris Callen sits down one-on-one with Mike Kennedy for a hard-hitting conversation about the future of Indian Motorcycle after the split from Polaris Inc.. From racing and dealer support to aftermarket partnerships and American manufacturing, nothing is off limits in this deep dive into one of America’s most iconic V-twin brands. Kennedy opens up about his 35 years in the motorcy...

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134:25

Remembering Milwaukee Mike | Brotherhood, Motorcycle...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/05/18

Tonight’s episode is a powerful tribute to Milwaukee Mike — a friend, road brother, connector, and one of the most loved people in motorcycle culture. The Shop Talk crew comes together with riders, builders, and longtime friends from across the country to share stories from Sturgis, Daytona, Mama Tried, BMR, The Shed, and countless miles on the road with Mike. What starts as a remembrance quickly turns into a celebration of the friendships, chaos, loyalty, and brotherhood that define this lif...

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86:13

ShopTalk 341: Thunder Beach, Harley Rumors & Why...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/05/11

This week on Shop Talk 341, the crew dives headfirst into motorcycle culture with rally stories, Harley-Davidson news, custom bike talk, and a deep conversation with Luke Morris from Party at the Pen. Chris, Mark, and Heather recap Thunder Beach, break down the latest Harley-Davidson recall issues, and talk about rumors surrounding the return of the air-cooled Sportster. The show also takes a minute to remember outlaw country legend David Allan Coe and his connection to biker culture through ...

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97:12

Shop Talk 340: Smokeout Buildoff Heats Up,...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/04/27

Shop Talk 340 jumps straight into the Smokeout Garage Buildoff as four more builders step up and bring serious ideas into the mix. From a knucklehead in a ’63 Pan frame to a dirt-style Harley concept and a long-running Sportster build, this episode gets into real shop life, deadlines, fabrication, and what it takes to show up ready. There’s also a feature bike from Brent Law, key numbers four and five pulled for the ’95 Heritage giveaway, and a Mother’s Day Milwaukee Leather vest giveaway. Ad...

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77:18

Shop Talk 339: Smokeout 2026 Buildoff Underway, FXR...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/04/20

Shop Talk 339 dives straight into the grassroots side of custom motorcycle culture. Chris Callen, Mark Persichetti, and Heather Callen break down motorcycle news, upcoming events, and what’s already taking shape for Smokeout 2026. The Garage Buildoff is officially underway, with four of thirteen builders stepping up to show early progress. From a Buell-powered supermoto Sportster to a dirt drag chopper, the range of builds shows just how serious this year’s field is getting. This episode also...

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80:22

Episode 338Shop Talk 338: Harley’s Ride Program, The...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/04/13

Spring’s on and Shop Talk is back with a full throttle episode covering motorcycle news, builder stories, and the culture that keeps it all alive. We kick things off with Harley-Davidson’s new Ride program, then dig into the story behind Dennis Stemp’s unfinished Panster project—a piece of motorcycle history that still has more to say. There’s also a look at a screen-used Harley from Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny heading to auction, along with a quick hit on current industry news. Fro...

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99:37

ShopTalk Ep. 337 | Alicia Noori – From Crash to...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/04/06

Alicia Noori’s story is the kind that sticks with you. In Episode 337 of ShopTalk, the 2026 Cycle Source Reader’s Woman of the Year opens up about loss, grit, motorcycles, and motherhood—and how a life-changing crash led to the creation of Peripheral Apparel, a brand riders actually want to wear. This one goes deeper than business. It’s about resilience, rebuilding, and staying true to yourself in a culture that demands authenticity. On top of that, Chris and Heather break down the latest in ...

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103:44

No Cookie-Cutter Builds | S&S Independence Tour 2026...

ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast! ·

2026/03/24

ShopTalk is back with Episode 336—and this one hits hard. We’ve got the crew behind the 2026 S&S Cycle Independence Tour in the house—Dave Perewitz, Jason Mook, Jeff Zielinski, Cory Ness, and Howard Kelly from S&S—talking real-deal custom motorcycles, what’s coming this year, and why the Independence Tour still matters in a sea of copy/paste builds. This isn’t theory. These are the guys actually shaping the scene. We’re also breaking down Joe Mielke’s Naked Softail that turned heads a...

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