The TT Podcast

With just over three weeks until the bikes set off down Glencrutchery Road for the beginning of qualifying, Chris Pritchard continues the countdown to TT 2024 on the TT Podcast. This week, Chris is at Oulton Park alongside some of the biggest names from the world of the TT, to find out how their preparations are going and what their expectations are as we enter the final stretch. In this episode,...

With just over six weeks to go until the TT Senior, Chris Pritchard continues the countdown to TT 2024 on the TT Podcast! In this episode, Chris talks to Ian Hutchinson about his plans for the future, meets the landlady of the “Famous” Creg-Ny-Baa and we hear from an emotional Ben Birchall at the TT Launch event. Plus, “Sector Steve” Plater gives us a step by step guide through Mountain Box to Bun...

Our countdown to TT 2024 continues on the TT Podcast! We are still on the Isle of Man with Chris Pritchard and a whole host of famous names and voices from the world of the TT. In this episode, we hear reactions from immediately after the launch event, take an exclusive look around the famous Creg-Ny-Baa, “Sector Steve” Plater talks us through the ‘Mountain Mile’ and we give Peter Hickman a ride t...

This is it, we are officially in countdown mode to TT 2024 on The TT Podcast! In this episode, we hit the road with Chris Pritchard and a host of famous names and voices from across the Isle of Man, as we build up to the Road to 2024 Launch Event. We catch up with Conor Cummins at The Creg-Ny-Baa pub, “Sector Steve” Plater gives Chris a few tips as we drive from Ramsey Hairpin to Guthrie's Memoria...

In this bumper episode, Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater are joined by Northern Irish rider, Shaun Anderson. Shaun tells us what it's like racing against his wife and the nerves he feels when she's competing. A self-confessed TT fanatic, Shaun also talks of how time spent living in Austria helped shape his career and which, in his opinion, is the perfect starting place at the TT when chasing down...

Ryan Cringle returns for part two of his TT Podcast episode with Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater. In this second section, the Manxman reveals how much money riders actually spend on fuel; what he’d be happy with when TT 2024 comes to a close; and how he’s labelled himself a self-confessed ‘bike wrecker’. Our next guest is Shaun Anderson. Part One of his episode is available to watch on TT+ now! H...

Chris Pritchard is reunited with co-host Steve Plater as they’re in conversation with Manx rider Ryan Cringle.  Ryan tells us how it feels when he’s competing against his brother, talks us through his extraordinary TT 2023 and reveals his love for motocross.  Part Two of Chris and Steve’s conversation with Ryan is available to watch on TT+ now! Head to ttplus.iomttraces.com to sign...

Jonny Heginbotham returns for part two of his TT Podcast episode with Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston as he reflects on his first TT, how getting to an incident can result in him overtaking racers and how Marshalls deal with the aftermath. Steve Plater rejoins Chris Pritchard for Part One of Ryan Cringle’s episode and is available to watch on TT+ now! Head to ttplus.iomttraces.com to sign up for...

Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston are back and their final conversation on this run of recordings from the Isle of Man is with travelling marshal, Jonny Heginbotham. Jonny talks about how he views his job as both the best and worst of roles, and how he deals with that pressure. He also describes what it’s like to be the first person at the scene of a bad crash. Part Two of Chris and Lee’s conversat...

Phillip McCallen returns for part two of his TT Podcast episode with Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston. Phillip talks us through his most intense races, how he became obsessed with winning five TTs in a day, how injury never got in the way of riding; and how his intense persona once meant he nearly ripped the bars off his bike.  Our next guest is Jonny Heg. Part One of his episode is available...

This week, Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston are joined by legendary former rider Phillip McCallen. The boys caught up with Phillip the day after he took part in the Legends Lap at the 2023 Manx Grand Prix, which, he said, helped reaffirm his decision to retire. Phillip talks about growing-up in Northern Ireland; and discusses the difference between his ‘nice guy’ attitude in the pits and his ‘uber...

Cameron Donald returns for part two of his TT Podcast episode with Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston. We hear stories from being team-mates with Bruce Anstey, how he learnt to enjoy the victories and what it felt like to break a lap record. Our next guest is Philip McCallen. Part One of his episode is available to watch on TT+ now! Head to ttplus.iomttraces.com to sign up for free. Alternatively, t...

This week, Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston speak to TT presenter and legendary rider Cameron Donald. Cam talks to us about striking the balance between family time and his passion for racing, his early years and why he had to wait before he could get started racing. They discuss the emotion, excitement and surreal feeling of being on the startline, both as a TT rider and a presenter, and what he...

Grace Webb returns for part two of her TT Podcast episode with Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston. In this section, Grace talks about how she worked her way up to presenting at the TT, and what the biggest pressure is now she’s here.  We also hear her personal TT highlights and Lee and Chris continue to persuade her to compete at the TT… Our next guest is another broadcaster, who also happens t...

This week, Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston are speaking to broadcaster and TT+ presenter, Grace Webb. Grace talks about her role as one of the faces of TT and what it’s like talking to the riders at the start line. She also reveals her impressive family history in the world of racing and teases with the idea of one day riding the TT herself…  Part Two of Chris and Lee’s conversation with Gra...

Paul Phillips returns for part two of his TT Podcast episode with Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston. In this section, Paul talks about how the missed year of TT during Pandemic actually helped to re-focus efforts in the strategy to raise awareness for the event. He also reveals what we can expect from the TT in future years, why social media is so important and answers questions on the battle to ke...

This week, Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston are speaking to the Head of Motorsport at the TT, Paul Phillips. Paul talks about taking reins at the TT “at its lowest point” and how he set about getting respect for the race within the industry with the event’s first ever strategy in 100 years. He also describes the sliding doors moment where he almost walked away from the TT completely! Part Two of C...

Julian Trummer returns for part two of his TT Podcast episode with Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston. In this section, Julian talks about how the first time he ever raced a superbike was on the Isle of Man, how he’s learning from his mistakes, and how he handles the constant fear before riding. Our next guest is the TT’s Head of Motorsport, Paul Phillips, and Part One of his episode is available to...

This week, Austrian rider Julian Trummer joins Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston. Julian talks about growing up in Central Europe, discovering this “crazy race in the UK” at only five years old, and his unique route into riding the TT course. He reveals how he wanted to quit after his first lap on the Isle of Man, and what he thinks the most dangerous part of racing is. Part Two of Chris and Lee’s...

John Barton returns for part two of his TT Podcast episode with Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston. In this section, we hear John’s retelling of the moment he achieved his dream of riding the Isle of Man TT aged 17 years old, and what advice he’d pass on to newcomers now. He talks about the pressures modern racers are under and gives his tip for the next big star of TT for the years to come. Our nex...

This week, Chris Pritchard and stand-in co-host Lee Johnston are speaking to John Barton. John tells us why the time was right for him to hang up the leathers and step up into a bigger role in the TT organisation. He reveals how the Isle of Man TT has changed over the years, how there’s more support for riders today than ever before, and discusses the newcomer process for signing up to compete in...

Mike Russell returns for part two of his TT Podcast episode with Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston. Mike talks about his plans to prolong his career in the sidecar class and his aims for 2024. We also hear the unique perspective on what it’s like balancing racing alongside his role in the RAF.  Our next guest is John Barton, and Part One of his episode is available to watch on TT+ now! Head to...

This week, Chris Pritchard and stand-in co-host Lee Johnston are speaking to seasoned rider Mike Russell. Mike talks about his experience starting in every category of race at the TT, how he learned about the course through VHS tapes, and the incredible story of missing a year at the Isle of Man due to being called up for the Iraq War. We also hear how Mike plans to spend his last few years racing...

Mike Browne is back for part two of his TT Podcast episode with Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston. Here, Mike talks about his passion for winning and how he wouldn’t describe himself as a “fussy rider”. The Irishman talks more about what the future holds and we all learn how pineapples are grown… Our next guest is Mike Russell, and Part One of his episode is available to watch on TT+ now! Head to&n...

This week, Chris Pritchard and stand-in co-host Lee Johnston are speaking to Mike Browne. Mike talks about how he first discovered road racing and goes into detail about his past injuries, revealing how they have impacted his TT career. Looking ahead, the Irishman tells us about his mindset for TT 2024 and what will be different when he gets on the bike next year. Part Two of Chris and Lee’s conve...