The TT Podcast

Day 10 on the Isle of Man. We are ready for big day of racing but the question on everyone’s lips is will the weather allow us to? We have the 4 Lap Supersport Race 2. Will Michael Dunlop continue to dominate in this category? Let’s find out! This is the story of Race Day 3.  If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts.  www....

It’s Day 9 on the Isle of Man and the adrenaline is rising because it’s Day 2 of racing. The island echoes with the roar of engines as we gear up for a triple threat: Superstock, Supertwin, and the Sidecar Shakedown. From the paddock to the podium, Chris and Lee are right in the thick of it, catching every reaction and emotion as the racers cross the line and carve their names into TT history. Buc...

It’s day 8 on the Isle of Man and the first day of racing is finally here. With a schedule full of racing action from the Superbike, Sidecar and Supersport classes, Chris is speaking with the winners of the first sidecar race before heading down to the Honda awning with Lee, to talk to the TT legends John McGuinness MBE and Dean Harrison. How did they find day 1 of racing? Let’s find out! If you e...

It's the first day of June, Day 7 on the Isle of Man. Chris and Lee are once again on the hunt to grab all the latest TT news and gossip on the final day of qualifying. Heading into the paddock, the pit lane and the Mercury Club - the lads are once again talking to huge names from the 2025 TT including Grace Webb, Davey Todd, Dominic Herbertson and a special guest appearance from Richard Hammond....

It's day 6 on the Isle of Man, and we're nearing the halfway point of the TT for 2025. Chris and Lee are back on the stage in the Trackside Bar with two new amazing guests: James Hillier and Davo Johnson. As the continuation of qualifying 4 and 5 is being put to the test by the weather - how prepared are James and Davo feeling as we approach the final qualifying sessions? Let's find out! If you en...

It’s day 5 on the Isle of Man and a day of all things qualifying. Chris and Lee are taking the day away from the stage to get all of the TT gossip. Lee is back on the road to see if any other viewing areas can surpass the thrills from the Bottom of Barregarrow. Chris is heading into the paddock, chatting to more riders including Paul Jordan, Josh Brookes, Barry Burrell, Todd Ellis & Emanuelle...

After a bright morning on the Isle of Man, Day 4 saw the rain finally decide to creep in towards the afternoon and cancel the much anticipated second day of Qualifying. However, whatever the weather, Chris and Lee are always back to business - taking to the stage in the Trackside Bar and talking to sidecar legend Ben Birchall and his new passenger Patrick Rosney! If you enjoyed this episode, pleas...

The sunshine and the first day of qualifying have arrived on the Isle of Man for Day 3 and just in time for our very special episode. Chris and Lee take to the stage once again, with special guests Jonny Heginbotham and Mike Booth to discuss everything around the amazing charity work of TORQ. With amazing support to all those in the racing world and honouring the memory of Dan Kneen, the inspiring...

Day 2 on the Isle of Man, and another morning covered with rain clouds - but the podcast daily episodes keep rolling. Chris and Lee are back on stage, in the trackside bar chatting with last year's senior TT winner Davey Todd as well as newcomer to the TT this year, Mitch Rees. They discuss all things around race week preparations, the newcomers lap in retrospect as well as our amazing listener qu...

Welcome back to the Isle of Man! The rain has already decided to head to the Island on Day 1 as the newcomers were just able to grace the TT course in the morning. While the racing may be affected by the weather, the TT podcast is kicking off the daily episodes rain or shine. In this episode, Chris and Lee are back on the stage at the trackside bar in the fan park chatting to the fastest man aroun...

And just like that, the 2025 TT is here. Chris and Lee and back on the Isle of Man for our first daily episode. However, in this year's preview episode, the TT podcast is introducing a new spin. We'll be recording each episode live on stage in the fan park with huge guests featuring throughout. We will be bringing you the latest gossip and news straight from the paddock as well as some brand new f...

The 2025 TT is right around the corner! Chris and Lee are back for our final countdown episode as we have one last catch up with more familiar TT names before the tires hit Glencrutchery Road. This week the boys are at Donington Park in Leicestershire as the final preparations for our TT riders and teams are well underway. Straight from the track, we hear the final thoughts, opinions and plans fro...

As the countdown to the TT for 2025 is well underway, Chris and Lee head over to Northern Ireland to chat to the TT’s most notable names at the North West 200. From the usual suspects claiming wins, to surprising podium placements - the same question remains: are the riders feeling fully prepared to head down Glencrutchery Road in only a few short weeks? Let’s find out! If you enjoyed this ep...

The TT Podcast Live Show is back for the second instalment! Last time, Chris and Lee took to the stage at the Gaiety Theatre in Douglas to chat to some of the biggest names from the 2024 TT - Ben Birchall, Dean Harrison, Davey Todd and Peter Hickman. In this episode, we pick up right where we left off, as Chris and Lee return to the stage and talk to the two brothers who dominated last year: Ryan...

The TT Podcast is back for 2025, and this time we're live! In this episode, Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston are back on the Isle Of Man, taking to the stage in the Gaiety Theatre to chat to some of the biggest names from last year's TT. In this first of two live episodes, they chat to names such as Davey Todd, Peter Hickman, Ben Birchall and Dean Harrison about their triumphs and turmoils of 2024...

In this episode of the TT Podcast, Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater relive TT 2024 by reflecting on some of the biggest moments from the year. With topics including; Michael Dunlop becoming the greatest of all time, Davey Todd winning his first Senior TT, the Crowe Brothers’ success in the sidecar class and the retirement of local legend, Dave Molyneux. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us...

In another special Q&A episode of the TT Podcast, Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater answer all your burning TT questions. They discuss warm up laps, which historic TT they wish they could relive and what is Michael Dunlop really like. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com  is the place for all the latest TT...

You asked - we answered! In this special edition episode of The TT Podcast, Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater are in the studio to answer all of your Isle of Man TT related questions - with no subject off limits! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com  is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and se...

Maria Costello returns for part two of her TT Podcast episode with Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater, as she opens up about becoming a role model for women riders, getting her enthusiasm back and turning up to Buckingham Palace on her bike. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com  is the place for all the latest...

In this episode of the TT Podcast, Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater are joined by the only female to take part in a solo and sidecar TT race, Maria Costello. Maria discusses why sidecars are so special, how she put her Mum through a lot over the years and why she finds it hard to show her emotional side. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your p...

Dave Hewson returns for part two of his TT podcast episode with Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater to reflect on the real story about his nickname ‘Wavey Davey’, the moment he knew he’d never ride at the TT again and his successful YouTube channel. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest...

In this episode of the TT podcast, Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater are joined by Dave “Wavey Davey” Hewson. Dave discusses first discovering the TT, the reason why he’ll always be involved in the event and climbing the biggest hill in Mexico. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com  is the place for all the lat...

Tim Reeves returns for part two of his TT Podcast episode with Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater as he reflects on becoming world champ compared to the emotion of his first TT podium and win, the regret of never riding at the Isle of Man with his brother and why it’s tougher than ever before to win the sidecar race. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you liste...

Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater return to the studio with leading sidecar racer, Tim Reeves! In this episode, Tim discusses the reasons why he didn’t do the TT sooner and battling with his Dad to prove he’s ‘ready’. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com  is the place for all the latest TT news and features, a...

In another special episode from the Goodwood Festival of Speed, Chris Pritchard chats to ten time TT winner, TT heart throb and all round road-racing legend, Giacomo Agostini about his career achievements, his fondest memory of the TT and what he thinks makes the Isle of Man stand out different. Remember to head over to  ttplus.iomttraces.com  now and sign up to TT+ for free, be sure to...