ShopTalk, Weekly Motorcycle Talk Show Podcast!

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 every...

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 sh...

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...

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 in...

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...

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 minu...

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...

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 ch...

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...

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...

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...

Pipes Gilliland of Gilliland Customs and Brock Davidson from Brock’s Performance join ShopTalk to break down a race-ready, naturally aspirated Softail ST built for the Donnie Smith Show. We dig into the parts, performance strategy, and the builders behind the project, plus check out a killer chopper from Ed Spurlock at Mid-USA and cover the latest motorcycle industry news.

Motorcycle history meets full-throttle showmanship in this episode of ShopTalk. The Ives Brothers join us for a deep dive into the Globe of Death and the Wall of Death—sharing stories from their circus upbringing, life on the road, close calls, and the split-second trust it takes to ride inches apart at 30 mph on vertical boards. This is the real side of motorcycle stunt culture, straight from the...

Welcome to ShopTalk, America’s first and favorite motorcycle talk show. This episode, we pull up a chair with Bubba Boswell of Boswell Harley-Davidson—a name that carries real weight in the motorcycle industry. We dig into racing, the current state of Harley-Davidson, and what’s ahead for Bubba and his team as the Motor Company continues to evolve. No PR polish. No corporate script. Just straight...

ShopTalk Episode 331 brings the heat with special guest Danger Dan Hardick —motorcycle lifer, shop owner, podcast host, and all-around solid human. As the voice behind Danger Dan’s Talk Shop and the founder of MC ShopT’s , Dan knows the grind of shop life, the culture behind the builds, and what it takes to survive in the motorcycle industry. We also break down a killer custom motorcycle built by...

Welcome to ShopTalk, America’s first and favorite motorcycle talk show. Tonight, we’re joined by Eric Gorges of Voodoo Choppers and host of A Craftsman’s Legacy—a bike builder, author, and TV personality with stories and insight only he can bring. We’ll also take a close look at a killer chopper from Frank Holcomb, breaking down the build, the details, and the story behind the machine. And of cour...

Episode 328 of ShopTalk—America’s first and favorite motorcycle talk show— we’re bringing fresh blood into the family. This week we sit down with Jason Romeo of Sub Kulture Garage Works, the newest content creator joining the Cycle Source TV crew. You’ll hear how this blue-collar wrench-turner built his style, his shop, and his love for custom machines. We’re also throwing a spotlight on a slick c...

ShopTalk rolls back in with another full night of real motorcycle talk, no polish required. This week we’re joined by Buck Shaw from the Tennessee Motorcycle & Music Revival, digging into what it takes to build an event that blends bikes, music, culture, and community without losing its soul. Add in a look back at 2025, the wins, the weirdness, and where things feel like they’re headed, and of...

Sunday night rolls in, and so does another round of America’s first and favorite motorcycle talk show. In Episode 327, we’re hanging out with Randall Noodle — the mad scientist behind Cycle Showcase. He’s cracking the lid on what’s coming in 2026, and trust us… it’s shaping up to be something wild. We’re also rolling a spotlight over Doug Baumgardner’s chopper, a bike that proves clean lines and h...

America’s first and favorite weekly motorcycle talk show is back, and this Sunday we’re rolling straight into the season of giving—two-wheel style. ShopTalk Episode 326 brings you our annual Biker’s Holiday Gift Guide, packed with must-have gear, garage essentials, and rider favorites. We’re joined by two heavy hitters who know exactly what riders want under the tree: Mark Hendrix from Tobacco Roa...

Welcome to ShopTalk Episode 325 — America’s first and favorite weekly motorcycle talk show. Tonight, we’re hanging out with Alex “King” Bado of Chopper Kings, a rider, builder, and hustler who packed up his life in Italy, came to the U.S., and built his dream one mile and one T-shirt at a time. We’ll dig into his story, his brand, and what fuels the Chopper Kings attitude. We’re also taking a clos...

We’re back in the studio with Episode 324 of ShopTalk, and this one’s packed. 🏁 A1 Mike Beland – A1 Cycles: Mike’s dropping in to talk about his new, industry-changing performance product. If you know A1, you already know it’s gonna be fast, loud, and a little bit dangerous to your driver’s license. 🚲 John Jessup – Dream Rides TN: We’re also checking in with our buddy John to hear what’s happeni...

Welcome to ShopTalk, America's first and favorite motorcycle talk show. In episode 323 we welcome special guest Moto Clay — the Hawaiian-born rider turning every mile into a mission for positivity, connection, and keeping motorcycle culture authentic. Clay rolls the country on his Vicla Softail, partners with Lowco Moto Apparel and The Vicla Shop, and brings his signature motto everywhere he...

America’s first and favorite weekly motorcycle talk show is back with another killer episode. This week, Chris, Heather, and the crew sit down with Kameron Amstutz of Music City Indian to celebrate their 10-Year Anniversary and dig into some big industry news — the recent sale of Indian Motorcycle by Polaris. What does this mean for the brand’s legacy, its loyal riders, and the future of American...

This week’s ShopTalk comes to you from a brand-new—but somehow familiar—spot just six blocks from where Cycle Source first kicked off nearly 30 years ago. The crew’s breaking in their new digs and catching up with special guests Tom Banks and Kelsey Jackson from the Trans American Motorcycle Endurance Run. Tom and Kelsey share a full recap of the inaugural Trans AM—what went right, what went sidew...