Reel Riders
Film, TV & Pop Culture
About
A podcast about film-making motorcyclists. And motorcycling filmmakers.
Episodes
- Episode 51: AMFF (2026) Directors #1
This episode of Reel Riders features interviews with directors Nick Jacobs, Thomas Dance, and Danny Lilwall, whose films were screened at the inaugural Adventure Motorcycle Film Festival. The festival was a joint production of Reel Riders…
- Episode 50: Jonny Doyle (The lad with the beard)
Jonny Doyle, creator of "The Lad With The Beard" YouTube channel, shares details about his experiences, including a charity ride to Nordkapp and his journey as an off-road rider. The episode also mentions the upcoming Adventure Motorcycle…
- Episode 49: Guy Markham (Project Kurentovanje)
This episode of Reel Riders features Guy Markham, an Instagram personality and motorcycle enthusiast. He discusses his project documenting the Kurentovanje Festival in Slovenia by motorcycle with friends Ed and Greg, and cameraman James Ar…
- Episode 48: Danny McGee, Jonah Levine & Jesse Evers (Southbound)
Danny McGee, Jonah Levine, and Jesse Evers discuss their multi-year motorcycle journey from California to the bottom of South America, documented in the Southbound film series. They share details about their travels and filmmaking.
- Episode 47: Endo Riders and Endometriosis UK (Podcasthon 2026)
This episode of Reel Riders is dedicated to Endometriosis UK and the Endo Riders fundraising event, "Riding the Welsh Super 10." The event aims to raise awareness for endometriosis, a condition affecting 1 in 10 women in the UK. The podcas…
- Episode 46: Stijn Vermeulen (BRAAPStijn)
Stijn Vermeulen discusses his shift to full-time motorcycle content creation, sharing insights gained over the last few years. The episode also promotes the Adventure Motorcycle Film Festival, a collaboration between Reel Riders and The Tr…
- Episode 45: Dave Perry (Wheelie Good TV)
Dave Perry, a freelance cameraman and DOP with experience in TV and film, is featured on the Reel Riders podcast. He is also known for his YouTube channel, Wheelie Good TV.
- Episode 44: Geoff McGarvey
In episode 44 of Reel Riders, Geoff McGarvey discusses his audio post-production work and original music company, SoundEngine. The episode defines and explains various audio engineering terms, including Kontakt, supers, foley, MIDI, digita…
- Episode 43: Bruce Smart (TeapotOne)
This episode of the Reel Riders podcast features Bruce Smart, known online as TeapotOne. Smart has a significant YouTube following and hosts his own podcast. The conversation also references several other creators in the adventure and film…
- Episode 42: Abel, Harry & George from Trail Worn Films
This episode features a conversation with Abel, Harry, and George from the Trail Worn Films YouTube channel. The Reel Riders podcast, in partnership with The Trail and Adventure Motorbike Podcast, also highlights the Adventure Motorcycle F…
- Episode 41: Al Phillips
Al Phillips, creator of the Moto Camp UK YouTube channel, shares his filmmaking journey and conventional techniques with Reel Riders. The episode also promotes the Adventure Motorcycle Film Festival.
- Episode 40: Ferdia Durkin
This episode features Ferdia Durkin, an Irish freelance videographer and ADV rider who has been creating content on YouTube since 2021, often showcasing his international travels. The conversation also touches upon the Adventure Motorcycle…
- Episode 39: Stefan Klabunde
Stefan Klabunde, co-founder of the digital film production company Rugged Frames, shares insights from his work with brands such as Touratech and organizations like Adventure Country Tracks. The episode also touches upon the Adventure Moto…
- Episode 38: Logan Olausen
This episode of Reel Riders features graphic designer Logan Olausen, originally from Auckland. Olausen shares insights from his travels, including a tour of South and Central America, and discusses his YouTube channel, Escape Artist Media.…
- Episode 37: Ride More ADV
Neen and Mike from Ride More ADV join the Reel Riders podcast to discuss their experiences and a film celebrating "riding together, miles apart". They also share various links and resources related to motorcycle riding and filmmaking.
- Episode 36: Ali Horan
Ali Horan, a relatively new creator on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, discusses her motorcycling journey and enthusiasm for publishing videos about it. The episode also references several other figures and resources in the motorcycle comm…
- Episode 35: Danny Lilwall
Danny Lilwall discusses his journey from making POV motorcycle films to becoming a documentary filmmaker, showcasing his progress with his recent work "Uganda By Motorcycle". He also mentions several filmmakers he follows.
- Episode 34: Wendy Schneider - Director of "Angels Of Dirt"
This episode features Wendy Schneider, director of the documentary "Angels Of Dirt," which chronicles the life of Flat Track racer Charlotte Kainz. Schneider discusses the film, shot over 17 years, and the Flat Track racing community.
- Episode 33: Damian "Demon" Rowley
Reel Riders features Damian "Demon" Rowley, a professional motorcyclist whose life has revolved around bikes since his teens. He embarked on a worldwide 2-wheel tour in 2024, documenting his travels through North and South America via vlog…
- Episode 32: Isaac Johnston
Isaac Johnston, a photographer and film director from Montana, discusses his commercial work, his motorcycle-focused YouTube channel, and references various filmmakers and photographers. The episode also touches on his freelance photograph…
- Episode 31: Thomas Dance
This episode features Thomas Dance, discussing his work on the Adventure Spec Trans Morocco Trail film, other YouTube projects, and his background in filmmaking and photography. The interview touches upon his inspirations and experiences.
- Episode 30: Emil Duvander
In this episode of Reel Riders, the host interviews filmmaker Emil Duvander about his work documenting motorcycle rides in winter conditions. They discuss his focus on winter riding and his connection to the TMFF Motorcycle Film Festival.
- Episode 29: Mental Health Motorbike (Podcasthon 2025)
The Reel Riders podcast dedicates an episode to the UK charity Mental Health Motorbike as part of the Podcasthon 2025 event. The episode discusses the charity and its work, with a content warning for references to suicide.
- Episode 28: Greg Villalobos
This episode features an interview with Greg Villalobos, known for his work in film, television, and photography. He is also the Brand Director for Adventure Spec, a company focused on adventure motorcycling gear. The discussion covers his…
- Episode 27: Kate
In this episode of Reel Riders, host speaks with Kate, creator of the BraapT7 YouTube channel. Kate discusses her progression from childhood motorcycle rides to becoming an adventure motorcycling filmmaker, detailing the difficulties of of…
- Episode 26: Andrew Montiveo & Paschoal Revitte
This episode features Andrew Montiveo and Paschoal Revitte discussing "Mechanical Theology," a film about preserving motorcycle repair knowledge. They highlight the challenges of maintaining older bikes and the deep connection between mech…
- Episode 25: Roberto Serrini
Filmmaker Roberto Serrini joins Reel Riders to explore the relationship between storytelling and motorcycle riding, discussing his films Moto Borgotaro and The Rider and the shared themes of risk and experience.
- Episode 24: Nick Jacobs Returns
Filmmaker Nick Jacobs returns to Reel Riders to discuss his latest film, “What Lies Beyond.” The episode explores how he processed his father's passing through storytelling and his creative shift towards crafting powerful narratives.
- Episode 23: Haley Watson
This episode features an interview with director Haley Watson, conducted shortly before the passing of Mary McGee, the subject of Watson's short film "Motorcycle Mary". The discussion covers Watson's film, Mary McGee's life, and filmmaking…
- Episode 22: Suzanne Jolly
This episode features an interview with Canadian motorcyclist and filmmaker Suzanne Jolly, director of the adventure motorcycling film "A Wilder Way". The discussion covers her film and her experiences with motorcycling.
- Episode 21: Daniel Stjerne
This episode features a discussion with Daniel Stjerne, creator of the YouTube channel "The Scandi Flick", focusing on his film-making techniques and the high production values of his videos.
- Episode 20: Roland Blechschmied
Roland Blechschmied, director of "The Freeride Spirit," discusses the Hard Enduro motorcycling film, which was selected for the TMFF Motorcycle Film Festival. The film's trailer is available online, with plans for a full release in early 2…
- Episode 19: Tom Gould (I Like Motorbikes) Update
This Reel Riders podcast episode is a follow-up mini-episode with Tom Gould from the "I Like Motorbikes" YouTube channel. He discusses the progress of his trip down the west coast of Africa and his future plans.
- Episode 18: Julie Hauser
This episode features a conversation with Instagram creator Julie Hauser, known for her motorcycle and cat videos. The host discovered Hauser's content on Instagram and was drawn to her lighthearted approach, leading to this discussion abo…
- Episode 17: Caius Tenche and TMFF 2024
This episode features an interview with Caius Tenche, founder and director of the Toronto Motorcycle Film Festival (TMFF). The discussion covers the festival's eighth edition, held in Toronto, and references films and directors featured at…
- Episode 16: Andre Bajaria
This episode features Andre Bajaria, a motorcycling enthusiast, discussing his experiences filming while guiding, his coverage of the EICMA Motorcycle Show, and capturing audio within his helmet. Andre shares his unique perspective, having…
- Episode 15: Arvīds Barānovs
Arvīds Barānovs, a Riga-based visual creative whose main occupation is videography, is featured in this episode of the Reel Riders podcast. The discussion mentions creators like Werner Herzog and Stanley Kubrick.
- Episode 14: BONUS - TAMPodcast vs Reel Riders vs Lightweight Adventurers Podcast
This Reel Riders episode is a repost of The Trail and Adventure Motorbike Podcast, Season 6 Episode 18. It features hosts Clive Barber and Noel Thom, and guest Marc Deri from Lightweight Adventurers Podcast. The episode contains explicit l…
- Episode 13: The Lightweight Adventurers
Jamie Thom and Marc Deri, creators of the Lightweight Adventure Festival and the Lightweight Adventurers YouTube channel, join the podcast to discuss their work ahead of the 2024 festival.
- Episode 12: Isabelle
This episode of the Reel Riders podcast features an interview with Isabelle, creator of the YouTube channel DUSTnROAD. The host discovered her channel via YouTube's algorithm and found her to be an excellent interview subject to discuss he…
- Episode 11: Chris Moon
In this episode of Reel Riders, host interviews Chris Moon, an adventure motorcyclist known for his filmmaking and YouTube presence on chris.moon.travels. They discuss his experiences with YouTube and film creation.
- Episode 10: Joe Ryan
Joe Ryan, a filmmaker, photographer, and explorer known for his YouTube motorcycling adventures, joins Reel Riders to discuss creating travel films and publishing content. He shares details about his 18-part series filmed in New Zealand an…
- Episode 9: Nathaniel Ramirez
In this episode of Reel Riders, the host interviews film editor and freelance filmmaker Nathaniel Ramirez, known for The Motorcycle Archives. The conversation covers their shared interest in the podcast This Motorcycle Life, as well as eve…
- Episode 8: Tom Gould
This episode features an interview with Tom Gould, creator of the YouTube channel 'I Like Motorbikes'. Gould discusses his extensive journey across Africa with his girlfriend Lauren, an adventure of unprecedented scale for him.
- Episode 7: La Moonareta
Manuela and Sergio, who focus on a retro aesthetic in motorcycling, video content, and coffee, are the guests on this episode of Reel Riders.
- Episode 6: Brent Pearson
This episode features Brent Pearson, discussing his career transition from film and television production to business application development, and his return to video creation as a passion, including adventure motorbike content and tutoria…
- Episode 5: Sam Pacheco
This Reel Riders Podcast episode focuses on Sam Pacheco and his YouTube film "Solo Riding Across Europe and the Trans Euro Trail". The film, released in 2021, was described as a "hidden gem" by Nick Jacobs, a previous guest on the podcast.
- Episode 4: Nick Jacobs
Nick Jacobs, an English motorcyclist, details his 2023 off-road tour to Monaco using the Trans Euro Trail. His experience is documented in a YouTube series.
- Episode 3: Runa Grydeland
The podcast features Runa Grydeland, a Norwegian motorcyclist known for her YouTube channel 'Off She Goes.' She shares her relaxed approach to exploring solo on her adventure bike.
- Episode 2: Matt McFadden
This episode features Matt McFadden, a UK-based photographer, digital artist, and motorcyclist known for his YouTube channel Classic Rides. He explores the beauty of his Triumph Bonneville T120 and the British roads he travels.