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Isle of Man TT Races

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What makes the Isle of Man TT Races so special? Find out, by joining Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater each fortnight as they delve into the fabled motorcycling event, meeting the men and women who risk everything in pursuit of glory. If you want to know what it really takes to be a TT racer, this podcast is for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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 u…
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Wedged between the two biggest cobbled races in the calendar, the Toms look back on a wet Tour of Flanders and ahead to Paris-Roubaix. Having visited northern France last month, Tom 1 offers his intel on the state of the cobbles. Spoiler: they're not looking good. Music: Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340…
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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 …
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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…
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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 p…
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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 …
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On the bill this Sunday is De Ronde, one of the most prized Monuments there is. The Toms rattle through the route, delve into the history of the Paterberg, and pick out a handful of riders who might challenge the rainbow-clad favourites, Mathieu van der Poel and Lotte Kopecky. Plus, Tom 1 foreshadows a major crash. Note: This episode was recorded b…
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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 …
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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+ …
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After a series of disasters at TT Podcast HQ - a broken face for Tom 1 and a burnt laptop for Tom 2 - we're back to talk about the Italian Spring Classics. Strade Bianche offered two distinct races, both of which ended with two serial winners on the top step. What will San Remo bring? Who knows, we'd rather talk about the town's recent song contest…
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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 …
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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 Jon…
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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…
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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.io…
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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…
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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 gues…
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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 …
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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 i…
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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…
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There’s no better way to kick off 2024 than by putting our reputations on the line with some wild predictions for the upcoming road season. It's three shouts from Tom 1, three from Tom 2, and a lot of questions about each other's reasoning. Whisper it quietly, but could this be the year Visma-Lease a Bike don't win a Grand Tour? Music: Acid Trumpet…
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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 Phi…
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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 dangero…
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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 …
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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 …
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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 episo…
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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…
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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 e…
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