Welcome back to another episode of Bru Time! This week, I’m joined by a very special guest, Mike Taylor, better known to the motorcycling community as  ⁨@yodagoat⁩ .

Mike is a veteran motovlogger and motorcycle tour guide with a wealth of experience on two wheels. In this episode, we dive deep into his journey, from starting his YouTube channel to leading tours through some of the most stunning landscapes. We talk about the highs and lows of life on the road, the best bikes for touring, and what it’s really like to turn a passion for riding into a full-time career.

Whether you're a fan of his channel, an aspiring tour guide, or just love a good bike chat, this is an episode you don't want to miss!

In this episode, we cover:

➡️ Mike’s start in motovlogging and the story behind "Yodagoat."
➡️ The transition from hobbyist to motorcycle tour guide.
➡️ Essential tips for planning your own motorcycle adventure.
➡️ Mike’s favorite routes and must-see destinations.
➡️ Behind-the-scenes stories from the road.

Check out Mike's channel here: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@yodagoat

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What REALLY goes on behind the scenes in the motorcycle industry?

In this episode of Bru Time, I sit down with Luke Brackenbury — a man who’s spent over 20 years deep inside the motorcycle world. From Performance Bikes magazine to KTM UK, Bennetts, BeMoto and beyond… Luke’s seen it all.

But this isn’t just industry chat…

We dive into:

•  What motorcycle journalists REALLY think 
•  The truth about influencers vs the industry 
•  Why turning your passion into a job can kill the love 
•  The changing future of motorcycling (and what’s coming next) 
•  The bikes we’d actually spend our own money on 
•  And some properly ridiculous stories from the golden era of bike media… 

There’s also a brutally honest chat about mental health, purpose, and why doing what you love isn’t always as simple as it sounds.

If you ride… or you’re part of this world in any way… this one will hit home.

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Motorcycle theft is becoming a massive problem for riders across the UK and beyond. But what happens when the victim decides to fight back?

In this episode of Bru Time, I’m joined by Matt Neale, founder of British motorcycle security company Fortlox. After suffering multiple bike thefts himself, Matt became determined to design a security system that could genuinely stand up to modern thieves armed with battery grinders and cutting tools.

That determination led to the creation of Fortlox and their flagship security products designed specifically to protect motorcycles in the real world.

We chat about:

• The moment Matt decided enough was enough after his bikes were stolen
• The reality of modern motorcycle theft gangs
• Why many traditional security products simply aren’t enough anymore
• The development of Fortlox Protex and X-Series security systems
• What riders should actually be doing to protect their bikes
• Building a British motorcycle security brand from scratch

If you care about protecting your bike, this is a conversation every rider should hear.

You can find Fortlox here:
 https://fortloxmoto.com

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Thanks for listening folks and remember... Look after those you love, keep getting on out there whenever you can, and LIVE your life!

In this episode of Bru Time, I sit down with Murt Walsh — better known as The Mad Leprechaun — to talk about life on wheels, the realities of loss within the racing community, and the emotional toll it can take.

After experiencing tragedy firsthand, Murt is taking on a 3000-mile ride in support of mental health charity Mind. We discuss grief, imposter syndrome, purpose, resilience, and why sometimes the only way forward… is to ride.

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youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@the_mad_leprechaun
Challenge vid: https://youtu.be/jDiVvS0iUiU?si=7cXQIy7KWvbzZvns
Just Giving: https://www.justgiving.com/page/the-mad-leprechaun1?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL&utm_campaign=020

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Thanks for listening folks and remember... Look after those you love, keep getting on out there whenever you can, and LIVE your life!

Dave Neal, host of the hugely popular Off Track Podcast, joins Bru Time for a candid conversation about his unexpected journey from lifelong motorcycle racing fan to respected voice within the British Superbikes paddock.

We dive into podcasting, racing culture, social media, burnout, integrity, the realities of working in motorsport, and the mindset that helped Dave carve his own path in an industry that rarely opens doors easily.

This is a conversation about passion, resilience, and building something meaningful without a master plan.

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website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2279907

youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@OffTrack_Podcast

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Thanks for listening folks and remember... Look after those you love, keep getting on out there whenever you can, and LIVE your life!

In this episode of Bru Time, Bruce sits down with journalist and YouTuber Tim Rodie for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about creativity, authenticity, and life online.

Tim shares his journey from traditional journalism into automotive media and YouTube, the realities of content creation, burnout, family balance, and why chasing algorithms and numbers rarely leads to fulfilment. Along the way, they talk motorcycles, cars, war history, and the importance of simply being yourself.

A thoughtful, relaxed chat about choosing your own path and staying grounded in a noisy online world.

🔗 Find Tim Rodie

YouTube (bikes): Tim Rodie Rides Motorbikes
YouTube (cars): Tim Rodie Drive Stuff
Instagram & TikTok: @timrodie

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Thanks for listening folks and remember... Look after those you love, keep getting on out there whenever you can, and LIVE your life!

In this episode of Bru Time, I sit down with Dan (English Biker Dan) for an open and honest conversation about grief, mental health, burnout, and rebuilding life after everything falls apart.

Dan talks candidly about losing close family members, the pressure of turning passion into a job, deleting a YouTube channel with nearly 100,000 subscribers, and what it means to start again without chasing validation or numbers.

We discuss grief, medication, identity, purpose, and the quiet courage it takes to choose a different path.

Bru Time is a long-form conversation podcast exploring what it really means to live your life — through honest conversations with people who chose more.

Socials:
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instagram - https://www.instagram.com/englishbikerdan

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Thanks for listening folks and remember... Look after those you love, keep getting on out there whenever you can, and LIVE your life!

Damian “Demon Rides” Rowley joins me on Bru Time from South America, mid-journey on his ride around the world.

A former London dispatch rider, Virgin LimoBike chauffeur, racer from club level to World Endurance, and instructor at the Ron Haslam Race School, Damian’s life has been shaped by motorcycles — but this episode goes far deeper than bikes.

We talk honestly about chronic pain, burnout, mid-life realisation, resilience, and what finally pushed Damian to walk away from comfort and choose life over survival. From fixing a bike at 15,700 feet in Peru to confronting mental and physical limits, this is a raw, grounded conversation about responsibility, freedom, and living on your own terms.

No hype. No hero worship. Just real talk about what it actually takes to live your life.

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instagram: @demon_rides

facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082894176639

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Thanks for listening folks and remember... Look after those you love, keep getting on out there whenever you can, and LIVE your life!

Bru Time is a relaxed conversation podcast exploring what it really means to live your life — through honest conversations with people who chose more.

In this episode, Bruce sits down with Reel Riders Podcast host Simon Josey — a New Zealander living in Germany, sound engineer by trade, podcaster by passion, and lifelong motorcycle enthusiast.

Simon shares an extraordinary life story spanning:

• Growing up in New Zealand
• Working in radio and sound engineering
• Living and working in China, Taiwan, the Philippines, Singapore, and Germany
• Discovering motorcycles as freedom, transport, and connection
• Falling into podcasting, filmmaking, and creative collaboration
• Launching Reel Riders and co-founding the Adventure Motorcycle Film Festival

This is a deep, thoughtful conversation about:

• Choosing experience over comfort
• Why stories matter more than algorithms
• Creativity, integrity, and making things that last
• Motorcycles as a gateway to people, not just places

If you enjoy long-form conversations, honest reflections, and stories from people who’ve lived widely and thoughtfully — this one’s for you.

👉 Check out Reel Riders Podcast
👉 Learn more about the Adventure Motorcycle Film Festival- their instagram @advmotofilmfest
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Look after those you love — but most importantly, live your life.

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Thanks for listening folks and remember... Look after those you love, keep getting on out there whenever you can, and LIVE your life!

In this episode of Bru Time, I sit down with Chris Eades, better known as Baron Von Grumble, for one of our most open and important conversations yet.

Alongside motorcycles and YouTube, Chris speaks candidly about mental health, burnout, and his recent experience with psilocybin therapy, discussing why he chose it, what the process involved, and how it’s impacted his outlook on life.

This is a thoughtful, honest conversation about vulnerability, self-reflection, and finding healthier ways to move forward.

No scripts. No bravado. Just real talk.

Chris' socials:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BaronVonGrumble

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortyFourTeeth

instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baron_von_grumble

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Thanks for listening folks and remember... Look after those you love, keep getting on out there whenever you can, and LIVE your life!

Join me LIVE for a special Bru Time episode as I sit down with the brilliant Simon Weir to look back on our 2025 touring season with ChickenStrips. We’ll be diving into the standout trips, the best roads we discovered, favourite destinations, unforgettable moments, and a few behind-the-scenes stories from life on tour.

Whether you came on a tour this year, followed the adventures online, or just love a good bit of two-wheel chat, this is a proper end-of-season debrief you won’t want to miss.

👥 Guest: Simon Weir – author, journalist, route-master and all-round top bloke
🏍️ Hosted by: TeapotOne
🌍 Touring by: ChickenStrips Motorcycle Tours – https://www.chickenstrips.co.uk

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📺 ABOUT BRU TIME:
Bru Time is my relaxed, long-form podcast where I chat with interesting people from across the motorcycle world. Grab a brew, settle in, and enjoy the ride.

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Thanks for listening folks and remember... Look after those you love, keep getting on out there whenever you can, and LIVE your life!