Gears And Nachos

Recorded from a rental car on the top level of a Houston parking garage, Bryce, Ryan, and Tyler get real about what it takes to stay sharp when the schedule is relentless and the dirt is unforgiving. They dig into the invisible side of Monster Jam: how confidence is built (and how fast it can disappear), why seat time matters more than talent alone, and the uncomfortable truth about “homework” tha...

Bryce, Tyler, Bari, and Ryan kick things off in Houston by immediately roasting each other about media duty, missed calls, and who is and is not doing interviews. From there it turns into a full “boys trip” recap, with Tyler and Ryan recounting King of the Hammers in all its glory: sleeping three deep in a Jeep Wrangler for days, barely functioning, and somehow surviving on gas station logistics,...

It’s the first Gears & Nachos episode of 2026 and Bryce Kenny is joined by Tyler Menninga and special guest Bari Musawwir for a wide-open, hilarious, and surprisingly deep garage session from San Diego. The guys bounce from real-life chaos (HOA headaches, “backflow” inspections, and the thankless job of being too likable) straight into the heart of Monster Jam: how confidence can make or break an...

Bryce Kenny and Tyler Menninga are in Glendale and firing on all cylinders—well, at least the ones that didn’t break in Houston. The guys swap stories about pit party burnout, media demands, and Tyler’s hard luck that followed him out of Texas. Somewhere between talking about flannels, video games, and Tyler’s obsession with Dixxon shorts, they manage to dive deep on burnout, balance, and how toug...

From stockyards to stadium floors, Bryce Kenny and Tyler Menninga peel back the curtain on the fall tour. You’ll hear the full Cattleman’s controversy, a Dinosaur Bar-B-Que detour, and the pre-show interview in Arlington that had 40,000 fans laughing. Then it’s business: St. Louis takeaways, Arlington race strategy, the semi-final that sparked a replay rabbit hole, and how track builds (step-ups,...

In this episode, Bryce Kenny, Ryan Anderson, and Adam Anderson reunite to share hilarious stories from Colt's recent wedding in Texas, where the guys turned an Airbnb into RC plane battlefield headquarters. Highlights include Bryce accidentally hitting the groom in the face with a plane, Adam's grumpy cooking adventures at the fire pit, and Chris Kohler's spiral-cut back wound. The conversation sh...

Join Monster Jam Drivers Bryce Kenny, Adam Anderson, Ryan Anderson, and Cole Venard for an action-packed episode covering their recent adventures from Minneapolis to El Paso. The crew shares unfiltered stories from both on and off the track, giving listeners an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at life on the Monster Jam circuit. Key Episode Elements: *Minneapolis Mall of America Escapades: Ryan's...

In this emotional and candid conversation, Bryce Kenny sits down with George Balhan —the original driver of the *Mohawk Warrior monster truck—for their first in-depth discussion about the iconic truck that connected their careers. George shares the origin story of how Mohawk Warrior was born from his genuine connection with fans, while Bryce reveals the challenges of stepping into a beloved brand...

In this episode, the crew (Bryce, Adam, Ryan, and “special guest Cole”) gather after an epic meal at Cholos Tacos in Anaheim, California. Fighting through their food comas, they dive into their recent RC car obsessions, with Cole revealing his newfound interest in RC planes. The conversation takes an interesting turn as they discuss personal growth and the power of getting "unstuck" in life. Betwe...

Step into the Monster truck inner circle for a raw, two-part episode capturing all the drama of the Glendale event. Before the show, the drivers share their strategies and expectations. Afterwards, they dive deep into the night's biggest stories - from the ongoing debate about expert vs. fan judging to the return of Ryan's lucky shirt from his championship run. Get the real story behind Co...

Our epic return features two flavors of chaos - an Anderson family wedding complete with driver flower boys and rogue golf carts, plus the inside scoop on Monster Mutt's early external success and our internal struggle: how hard is too hard to send it? Between dirty Santa gifts and chassis-crushing decisions, this one's wilder than a freestyle run. Highlights: Pro drivers become flower boy...

3 types of people  in the world when looking at an  acorn : 1) Those that see the acorn as  just an acorn 2) Those that see the acorn for its  potential as an oak tree 3) Those that see the  forest-potential  of the acorn Which one are you? Bryce Kenny  welcomes  Ryan Anderson ,  Tyler Menninga ,  Chris Koehler , and  Camden Murphy  on this week's episode! - Ryan Anderson  fills in for Adam dr...

P.I.T. Time - P utting I n T ime What can the Prince learn before it is his time to become King? The lessons we learn before we get where we ultimately want to be will make all the difference in winning and losing , and maybe even achieving the dream to begin with. When we're not in the lead position, 3 key things to maximize the lessons we need to learn to prepare us for our BIG opportunity :...

Anxiety = an overestimation of our situation , and an underestimation of ourselves What is hyper-intention? Can you want something in life so badly that you actually push it away? Bryce Kenny welcomes Ryan Anderson , Tyler Menninga , and Chris Koehler on Weekly Tuneup as they discuss some important life stuff! Bryce confronts Tyler on the shade he tried to throw after last week's episode The D...

Purpose isn’t as hard to find as we make it out to be … but what are the key ingredients? Equip your passion, and you’ll find your purpose . So what’s it look like to be “passionate” today in a world that finds it threatening? What about the people that say they don’t think they’re passionate about anything?  Bryce Kenny & Adam Anderson welcome Chris Koehler, C olt Stephens , Ryan Anderson , C...

What we DON'T know costs us the most and keeps us from building momentum... so how do we fix that? How do we go from stalled mode, to in-gear (taking action towards our dreams/goals), and eventually creating momentum to get the exponential results? Bryce Kenny hosts Adam Anderson on this week's episode from Minneapolis and Anaheim where they discuss: -Bryce's Minneapolis hospital visit -Adam's sea...

What trophies are you chasing?? Bryce Kenny and Adam Anderson are joined by Bari Mussawir , Camden Murphy, Ryan Anderson, and Tyler Menninga on this week's episode to talk more about the differences between the cultures of the stadium tours, and the memories being made ... WARNING - Not for little ears in the backseat of your car! Feed Memories, Not Egos - You can't feed both at the same t...

Can we all work harder? Yes. Is that the answer to life's problems? No. Some people think they're already working at full capacity, so how are they supposed to "find their next gear" if they're exhausted? ...By knowing where their pit stops are along the way. The race of life is about ENDURANCE , not just speed. Identifying the elements of our jobs, family lives, and pursuits...

Bryce Kenny welcomes Tyler Menninga , Adam Anderson , and Ryan Anderson on this week's episode for updates heading into week #2 for both stadium tours in Monster Jam. -Three modes in life: Stalled, In-Gear, & Race Mode - what mode are you in? What does each mode look like? How do you progress from Stalled to In-Gear, and ultimately to Racing Mode? -Ryan and Tyler's hilarious "King...

Finding the right gear starts with seeing ourselves at our best instead of our worst! So how do monster truck drivers approach a new season with a clean slate? Bryce Kenny calls Adam Anderson to discuss their season openers and what best versions look like to them. Joined by Tyler Menninga, Ryan Anderson, and Colt Stephens Barn Finds are all about perspective How would you be described today versu...

2024 is here and we're kicking it off the right way with an episode from the vault, recorded in August 2023 and never released . With Bryce Kenny, Adam Anderson, Ryan Anderson, Krysten Anderson, Weston Anderson , and Elvis Lainez around the table, they discuss a series of firsts and lots of behind the scenes perspectives on stories from 2023. Bryce's first experience at Digger's Dungeo...

What happened between Bryce Kenny and fellow driver Lee O’Donnell (Mad Scientist)?? Geared for Life - Chapter 7 titled “Roadblocks” starts off by telling a story of when Bryce almost got in a fight his first night around the Monster Jam drivers when veteran Driver Lee squared off. Lee tells his side of the story, talks about his transition out of Monster Jam, and discusses his iconic memories such...

In part 3, Bryce looks like viable options like emailing Feld, starting with an independent, or going to train at programs like UNOH, WSSU, and UTI. Which one is best for you? "How do I make it in Monster Jam" is the number 1 question we get asked. Even though some people are really just asking for a formula to follow, to make it a career in motorsports takes a lot of hard work and strat...

"Putting meat on the bone" - In Part 2, Bryce discusses the two types of drivers out there, and the core competencies that he sees drivers need to possess to maximize their value. This will help anyone know where they can adjust their skillsets for their job, family, and even their ambitions beyond their current circumstances. "How do I make it in Monster Jam" is the number 1 q...

"How do I make it in Monster Jam" is the number 1 question we get asked. Even though some people are really just asking for a formula to follow, to make it a career in motorsports takes a lot of hard work and strategy. There is no formula. However, there ARE breadcrumbs. Going solo for this 3 part series, Bryce discusses those breadcrumbs. In part 1, Bryce discusses his own story about m...