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Racing Back

Racing Back

By: Julian Ryder And Nick Harris
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Join legendary commentators Julian Ryder and Nick Harris as they relive a golden age of Motorcycle racing. From a time of pudding basin helmets, black leathers, push starts, frightening road circuits and wild paddock parties, to airbags, on board cameras, 225 mph plus four-strokes and floodlit circuits. From Hailwood to Rossi, Sheene to Marquez, Norton to Ducati.©2025 Streaming Spires Podcasts
Episodes
  • Racing Back | Episode 5: Fire and Brimstone in the Tuscan Hills
    Jun 19 2025

    This week, Nick and Julian rev up for Mugello — a cathedral of speed nestled in the heart of Tuscany, where legends are made and hearts are broken. With Ducati’s temple just over the hill, the burning question: Will Pecco Bagnaia continue his dominant streak, or is Marc Márquez about to steal the crown and shake up the standings?

    It’s not just about the present — the past roars back into focus as the duo name-check icons like Barry Sheene, Valentino Rossi, Phil Read (was he criminally underrated in the UK?), Bill Ivy, and the peerless Mike Hailwood. It's a rich tapestry of history, glory, and grit.

    Plus, a huge nod to Michael Dunlop, newly honoured with an MBE — a fitting tribute to road racing royalty.

    Expect insight, storytelling, and a touch of old-school fire as Racing Back goes full throttle into Mugello weekend.

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    36 mins
  • TT Must Be Over, the Sun Is Out!
    Jun 12 2025

    Buckle up for another fast-paced episode of Racing Back! With the Isle of Man TT wrapped up and rare sunshine breaking through, we dive straight into this week’s hottest headlines in the world of two wheels.

    🏁 Toprak Razgatlıoğlu signs for MotoGP – The Turkish sensation makes his long-anticipated leap, and we break down what this means for the grid.

    🏆 The Marquez brothers reign in Aragon – Marc and Alex Marquez steal the show, dominating the Aragon circuit and setting the paddock buzzing.

    📢 Dorna Sports locks in MotoGP promotion rights – What does this major move mean for the sport’s future?

    🎙️ Nick and Julian tackle the American market – The duo delve into MotoGP’s ongoing struggle to build a strong fanbase in the United States and what could be done to turn the tide.

    Plus, we pay tribute to legends of the sport with name-checks to Troy Bayliss, Nicky Hayden, Ben Spies, Colin Edwards, and the iconic Carl Fogarty.

    Whether you're a hardcore racing fan or just catching up, Episode 4 is full throttle from start to finish. Don’t miss it!

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    39 mins
  • 🏍️ MotoGP Secrets, Toilet Truths & TT Tales | Nick & Julian Unfiltered! 🎙️
    Jun 5 2025

    In this no-holds-barred episode, Nick and Julian dive into the chaos and charm of two-wheel racing – weather permitting at the Isle of Man TT, of course! From MotoGP’s best-kept secret – Aragon – to some questionable geography, things get hilariously off-track before going deep on 800cc vs. 990cc machines: were they really trying to slow things down? Spoiler: it didn’t work.

    Plus:

    • What do commentators really look for at a new circuit? (Hint: toilets. Especially VIP ones.)
    • The mystery of Julian’s missing lunch packs 🍱
    • Explosive team feuds, Nürburgring tales, and a “fuel-injected” Honda that… wasn’t
    • And more behind-the-scenes gold from the paddock!

    Fast bikes, fast laughs, and full-throttle commentary – don’t miss it!

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    47 mins
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