15x AMA Champion Ricky Carmichael and 9x AMA Champion Ryan Villopoto recap the week in Supercross and Motocross racing
Ryan Villopoto, Ricky Carmichael
The Title 24 podcast is an excellent show that provides listeners with insights and analysis from two of the all-time greats in dirt bike racing, Ryan Villopoto (RV) and Ricky Carmichael (RC). The chemistry between these two legends keeps improving with each episode, creating an engaging and enjoyable listening experience.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is hearing from RV and RC about the races. With their extensive experience in the sport, they truly know what is going on and can dissect and weigh in on the action both on and off the track. Their thoughts are based on their own experiences as professional racers, making them incredibly knowledgeable and credible sources for race analysis. Listening to their insights adds a deeper level of understanding to what the riders are thinking, something that fans would not be able to hear without podcasts like this.
Another great aspect of The Title 24 podcast is the opportunity it provides to hear from RV and RC about their careers. As fans, we often only see what happens on TV during races, but this show allows us to gain insight into some of the thoughts and experiences these two legends had during their racing days. This adds a fascinating dimension to the podcast and gives fans a chance to learn more about the personal side of these iconic athletes.
However, one potential downside of this podcast is that it may not appeal as strongly to those who are not avid followers of dirt bike racing or fans of RV and RC specifically. While their knowledge and expertise are unquestionable, listeners who are not familiar with the sport or its history may find it harder to fully appreciate or engage with some of the discussions presented in the show.
In conclusion, The Title 24 podcast offers an exceptional listening experience for fans of dirt bike racing. The insights provided by RV and RC based on their extensive knowledge and experiences bring a unique perspective to race analysis. Additionally, hearing about their careers adds another layer of interest to the show. While it may not be as accessible to non-fans, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the sport and wants to hear from two of its greatest legends.
(0:00) Welcome to Title 24, Davey Coombs!(1:00) The Villo Boys at Pala.(2:25) Hot in Hangtown: How do riders handle it.(7:39) Least enjoyable race for RV.(8:34) Why does AMA and MX Sports cut off time for heat?(16:25) Eli Tomac: Moto 1 Beast Mode(20:15) After Moto 2, does Tomac lose confidence?(21:42) Why did Eli have a bad Moto 2 start?(23:59) How practice is different for foreign riders.(25:00) Comparing Europe to the States.(26:46) Eli the favorite coming home.(28:23) Breaking down Jett vs. Eli in the points.(29:34) Aaron Plessinger: Riding with a new sense of belonging.(32:44) AP vs. the Clock.(34:57) Tire choice costs Jett Lawrence Moto 1.(37:27) Should paddle tires stay legal?(39:15) Is Jett everything he's be built up as after Moto 1 loss?(43:30) Back to outlawing the paddle tire.(44:54) Haiden Deegan: “A perfect season is doable.”(49:15) Davey vs. Daddy Deegan.(50:00) Deegan wins without having the fastest laps.(51:09) Why can the leaders push more?(55:20) Jo Shimoda: “Very much impressed me.”(57:00) Levi Kitchen: Good ride, bad points gap.(1:00:11) Garrett Marchbanks: Weight ratio rules?(1:03:02) Tom Vialle: Moto 1 crash ends title hopes.(1:05:52) Hymas had the speed, but not the health.(1:07:23) Lance Kobusch ladies and gentlemen.(1:08:20) Casey Cochran: More time up front will help.(1:11:29) SMX on NBC this week.(1:12:20) Altitude vs. Heat: Thunder Valley Preview.(1:15:20) See you next week!
With Ricky Carmichael on vacation, Ryan Villopoto is joined by 2010 Supercross 250 West Champion Jake Weimer to discuss the weekend at Pala, from Jett Lawrence's big win and finally facing Eli Tomac outdoors, Chase Sexton's monster crash, Haiden Deegan dominates his home track, Jorge Prado's U.S. Motocross debut, the 250 field, and a look ahead to Hangtown.(0:00) Welcome to Title 24, Jake Weimer!(1:50) What's J-Dub been up to?(2:26) Jett Lawrence: Making it look easy.(6:00) RV's ACL experience.(7:32) What's the mindset coming back from injury?(10:16) Eli Tomac outside vs. Jett - FINALLY!(13:35) Is Tomac able to stick with Jett?(15:50) Tomac hot at Hangtown!(19:38) Chase Sexton: What happened?(22:43) Why toss the goggles?(25:48) Can anyone win besides Jett and Eli?(29:35) Jorge Prado: Better than what we saw.(36:34) Shout out Mason Semmens!(37:37) Haiden Deegan: Mentally beating them down.(41:23) Jo Shimoda: Never know what to think!(44:03) Chance Hymas: What If?(47:24) Tom Vialle: Podium, but need to see more.(48:36) Julien Beaumer: Keep starting hot!(49:35) Garrett Marchbanks: Needs to get off the gate.(50:27) Seth Hammaker: Notebook doesn't have much.(51:43) Sorry Levi Kitchen. Biggest disappointment.(55:15) Motorsports on NBC this week.(56:20) Hangtown: Challenging, heat, setup will be exposed.(58:38) Cardio and Mental Strength.(1:00:30) See you next week!
(0:00) Welcome to Title 24!(1:39) "Give us a rundown on what went down at the KTM Juniors."(5:58) Moment of the week. Cooper Webb wins 3rd Supercross championship.(8:37) Fan Question: Is it harder to win back-to-back championships or with a gap in between?(12:14) Fan Question: Both of you. What is YOUR most memorable championship?(15:07) "Deegan dominated"(15:56) RC about Cole Davies crash in qualifying. "man...brutal impact"(23:08) "Mitch is on the verge of winning.....it gets turned upside-down on him."(26:58) Fan Question: what's your thoughts on team tactics and what would you and RV do in that situation JuJu was in?(32:12) Both RJ Hampshire and Tom Vialle have to move up to the 450s(34:59) "Sexton looked pretty good"(38:15) How Chase got into the position he was in at Salt Lake during the season.(42:34) Fan Question: Does Sexton get more respect because he didn't mess around with coop?(45:25) Fan Question: Is it bad move for Chase to leave KTM?(51:31) How about that battle between Malcolm and Justin(55:11) Does Cooper Webb belong among the list of Best Ever?(1:04:15) Fan Question of the week: If you were a team manager, who would you pay big $ to get you wins in 2026 & beyond?(1:11:47) Upcoming Pro Motocross Schedule
(0:00) Welcome to Title 24!(1:00) RV with a weekend off?!(2:45) Haiden Deegan's move Cole Davies.(13:00) But could he have made the move clean?(15:27) Do riders need friends on the track?(18:00) Aggressive passes part of the sport, new fans.(20:30) How do you handle an aggressive rider?(21:35) Davies “next lesson.”(23:22) What if Cole would have won the title?(25:43) No chance Haiden did that for the title.(26:36) Haiden's next move: 450?(31:51) Deegan's next move and Eli Tomac.(35:19) The cross rut that sparked Chase Sexton.(42:22) Denver was like old Las Vegas.(44:30) Steel frame or Sexton's whoop talent?(46:48) The battle is NOW for third!(48:14) Was Justin Cooper following team orders?(54:30) That was aggressive for Sexton.(1:00:36) Comparing the passes: Sexton vs. Deegan.(1:02:48) Safety: Change the bike, not the track.(1:09:15) Motorsports on NBC(1:10:22) RV is heading to Salt Lake!(1:11:50) Championship Weekend! Pick a Winner.(1:13:58) What's does Webb do this weekend?(1:16:00) See you next week!
Ricky Carmichael welcomes in special guest Jeff Stanton to discuss Supercross' return to Pittsburgh, Cooper Webb's flag-to-flag victory, Tom Vialle finally gets the checkers, is there a favorite in the 250 East, Chase Sexton and the whoops, Malcolm Stewart's late hit, Justin Cooper's solid night, and a preview of the 250 West returning in Denver.(1:30) Welcome to Title 24, Jeff Stanton!(4:19) Take an adventure with 6-time(9:20) Cooper Webb's emphatic win(12:51) Webb feels he's not safe(16:55) Contenders more focused, or are the rest just done?(20:45) To Taunt or Not to Taunt?(22:05) Chase Sexton and The Whoops(31:03) Always start on the inside(32:48) Did the heat race kill Chase's confidence?(38:27) Malcolm Stewart takes out Ken Roczen(41:28) Justin Cooper's making it happen(44:24) Basically a "Winner Take All" in the 250 East(46:10) Seth Hammaker the biggest surprise this year(44:08) Tom Vialle comes up clutch despite practice crash(50:02) RJ Hampshire's can't make those mistakes(51:58) 6-time relives 1992 Winner-Take-All.(57:10) Which 250 East rider has the advantage?(1:00:15) Amazing what Max Vohland is doing(1:04:44) A look at the "next generation" with 6-time(1:14:40) Is one-lap speed overrated?(1:20:11) SMX on NBC this week(1:21:30) Denver Preview: Deegan vs. Davies(1:28:42) Coop & Chase: The plan for the last 2(1:30:10) We've got a new partner(1:32:12) Add comms to SMX, please(1:33:24) Another new addition(1:34:08) This Week on the Farm(1:35:15) Don't wheelie-challenge 6-time(1:37:05) One more story: Poppy!!!!
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto sit down to discuss the weekend in New Jersey, Chase Sexton's dominant performance, Cooper Webb's mindset, Justin Barcia's unfortunate finish, the points battle for 4th, which of the Top 3 riders in 250 East can take home the title, RJ Hampshire's wrist, what rules could be changed, and are the tracks too dangerous after a rough weekend.
(:26) We have a good show today, looking forward to it.(:45) Villo boys at Glen Helen(1:04) RV-" I'm actually qualified into the regional dog!"(4:07) Fan Question- Was it necessary for such drastic track changes in Philly track was almost prime?(7:03) Fan Question-With a showdown only one heat each coast how do they decide which heat winner gets first pick?(8:34) Cole Davies continues to impress.(16:52) "I'm loving the 250 East division."(21:14) It's going to be interesting to see how this next two weeks play out.(25:36) Lets switch gears to the premier class.(29:01) Who's position would you rather be in right now? Coop's or Chase's?(31:15) You heard what Coop said right?(36:28) Did you notice how everyone was starting on the outside of the dog house?(38:27) "I had a conversation with Kenny (Roczen) after the race."(42:45) Do racers care about getting 3rd in the series?(52:18) This is an awesome question.
(1:10) Villo boys update(2:37) Motorsports on NBC Community Poll: After a wet and wild night at Foxborough, was this the craziest Supercross mudder you have ever seen?(5:23) Moment of the week.(6:07) Will SX ever go away from outdoor venues or will it always be what it is?(8:55) Best day ever for a lot of guys in the 250 class.(12:59) Do they speed shift more in the mud or pick a gear and stay in it to keep engine temp down?(14:26) What was RVs and RCs favorite memory while racing or training in the mud?(16:18) What goes through your head sitting on the line when it's a mudder?(18:08) Hey, what did you think of Vialle?(20:08) Dude this championship is gnarly right now.(23:05) "We have some b-roll of that first corner RV." (27:56) 2025 Foxborough 250 East winner Chance Hymas.(37:43) 450 recap(40:04) Chase Sexton penalized on heat race debate.(41:43) All things considered, not a bad day for Kenny.(43:16) Massive props to Shane McElrath.(45:09) Championship contenders.(48:53) Webb texted me on Sunday.(56:56) Motosports on NBC this week. (58:16) Speed/Mental Edge/Physical Durability; Rank them of importance.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto breakdown a WILD night in Seattle with another last-turn battle between Cooper Webb and Chase Sexton, Cole Davies first-career win, the altercation between Haiden Deegan and Julien Beaumer, and rest of the night from the Pacific Northwest.(1:00) Welcome to Title 24!(2:03) Villo is in the thick of it right now.(3:37) RV's RV.(6:32) A wild one in the Pacific Northwest.(7:53) Craziest Moment of the night.(8:20) Webb vs. Sexton: That was insane!(11:32) The mental aspects on a race like that!(18:00) Can Webb be beaten in his current mindset?(29:25) Sexton's focus should be…(34:50) Very impressed with Justin Cooper.(36:24) Aaron Plessinger's mental reset keeps earning podiums.(38:03) Ken Roczen's burst of energy despite the shoulder.(39:51) Better to be in 1st or 2nd during the race?(42:12) Cole Davies win was overdue.(45:20) RV's time working with Davies.(47:42) Haiden Deegan vs. Julien Beaumer(57:33) Okay to fine slapping and use to promote?(1:01:38) The corner made for that kind of pass.(1:03:31) Davies championship not this year, but next…(1:07:03) Marchbanks getting the confidence back.(1:08:45) Foxborough Preview: Sexton and Webb's Prep(1:12:07) SMX on NBC(1:13:13) Villo's cool night tonight.(1:16:00) Our condolences to the Stanton family.(1:16:47) Thank you to our fans!
Ryan Villopoto is back with Ricky Carmichael to discuss everything from Birmingham, including Chase Sexton's turnaround win, Cooper Webb's rare mistake, Malcolm Stewart's gritty performance, Jason Anderson's rough night, impressive showings from Nate Thrasher and Seth Hammaker, the Austrian brands bringing it, and a breakdown of the advantage of different chassis.(0:00) Welcome to Title 24.(2:40) Parents grinding out racing life.(5:40) Too old for off-day free rides.(8:59) Did Birmingham change your outlook?(12:53) Chase Sexton looked connected.(14:15) Austrian bikes were dialed in!(16:00) Advantages to frame flexing?(18:45) Malcolm Stewart's rough practice crash.(20:20) Chassis have come a long way.(28:01) Did Sexton make an enemy in Jason Anderson?(35:08) What does Aaron Plessinger need for that next level?(39:18) Cooper Webb's out-of-character mistake.(42:07) What about Webb on Anderson?(44:37) More impressive: Nath Thrasher or Seth Hammaker?(47:52) For Seth, "with confidence comes speed."(49:26) Tom Vialle's Championship approach.(52:03) RJ Hampshire: It's not over!(54:11) Max Anstie's bad luck continues.(55:54) SMX on NBC(57:05) Haiden Deegan's legal issues.(59:10) Thank god we didn't have social media.(1:01:17) Pacific Northwest: Here we come!(1:04:38) Seattle memories.(1:06:06) RV Merch Drop!( ) See you next week.
(0:00) Welcome to Title 24 minus the 2!(1:30) Special Guest: Chad Reed(2:38) Reed's Expectations as a kid.(3:54) Ricky's first thoughts of Chad.(5:30) Reed's rookie year.(14:10) Australian Hall of Famer.(16:20) Hardest race between RC and Two-Two.(21:45) That aluminum chassis!(25:05) Reliving San Diego 2005.(30:08) But that Daytona win...(35:18) "You were the toughest guy to beat."(36:35) "Those seconds are pretty damn nice."(39:34) Jett, Chase, Eli, Barcia are all surprises.(46:00) The perception of working at a facility vs. alone.(52:43) 8 more races all outside!(54:24) Chase Sexton can be at this level.(56:59) Indy Cooper Webb: Be scared of him.(59:35) Are mental coaches needed?(1:12:11) Champs relate to Champs.(1:14:21) Chad facing RV.(1:16:46) Chad putting his leg back over.(1:19:40) SMX on NBC.(1:20:40) Chad and RC don't want to stop.(1:21:40) Two-Two TV.(1:22:13) Mrs. Two-Two, let Chad come play!
(1:00) Welcome to Title 24!(1:45) RV at the Spring-A-Ding-Ding.(3:25) Indy fans were tremendous, as usual.(5:54) Indy Equalizer: Sand or Ruts?(8:50) Soft Conditions = Soft Suspension?(10:30) Cooper Webb impressive, but let's see.(14:04) What's making Webb so much better?(16:11) Webb's turndown ability.(18:00) Justin Cooper efficient in 1st podium.(21:37) Ken Roczen: The Sickness, The Start.(23:38) RC: "I got to talk to Chase [Sexton]."(24:10) What's Sexton mindset heading into the off-week?(26:34) Justin Barcia vs. Aaron Plessinger: "That wasn't dirty."(30:18) SMX Marathon: Jett Lawrence(31:25) Seth Hammaker: Investment in himself pays off.(34:55) Sneaky Tom Vialle.(37:21) Haiden Deegan: Should he have been trying that?(40:22) Which point leader finishes the deal?(44:52) Media Narrative vs. The Mindset.(54:20) Motorsports on NBC this week.(55:29) Interesting time heading into the off week.
(1:00) Welcome to Title 24(2:20) RCSX Amateur Origin Story(4:20) What would you change about the track?(7:37) Moto-Dad Chronicles: The Business of Holeshots(9:08) Ken Roczen: Consistency Prevails!(14:27) Did Ricky motivate Kenny?(17:36) Has Roczen broke the Webb Curse?(20:20) Sexton with another mistake.(25:01) Sexton's interesting LCQ and Main.(27:31) Cooper and the Cowboy.(29:50) RJ Hampshire and the Moment of the Night.(31:00) Max Anstie's rough weekend.(32:17) Tom Vialle back in this thing.(33:53) 250 East: Here is where we stand.(34:50) Levi Kitchen asked for too much.(37:06) Was Levi's crash avoidable?(40:24) Schock'ing Save of the Weekend.(44:00) Are bike enhancements hindering riders?(52:11) SMX on NBC(53:16) East v. West can change the dynamic.(57:57) Which 450 rider will Indy favor?(59:25) A night out at Indy!(59:55) What's next for Moto-Dad?(1:03:30) Back out to Daytona!
After Arlington, Ricky and Ryan discuss...(1:00) Welcome to Title 24(2:10) Another Villopoto on top of the podium!(6:48) Managing the Villopoto Sibling dynamic.(14:31) "As racers... It is just another track."(19:27) Chase Sexton just wanted to win.(31:20) RC & RV: Have you ever been through this?(35:30) Chase The Man, not the athlete.(38:55) Cooper Webb: This is what he does.(40:50) Easiest year for Coop to win Daytona.(42:58) Ken Roczen: "The most consistent guy out there."(45:57) How can Roczen get that extra speed?(50:52) Justin Cooper vs. The Whoops.(53:09) Justin Hill: "One of the most talented out there."(56:07) Eventful weekend for Jason Anderson.(59:56) Outstanding rides from Haiden Deegan and Cole Davies.(1:01:35) Julien Beaumer shoulder injury hurts Championship hopes.(1:05:40) Coty Schock gets his spot on the steps.(1:08:12) Coty is doing WHAT at Daytona?(1:09:54) Jordon Smith's massive impact.(1:11:05) Community Post: How will you remember Arlington?(1:13:47) What should be a racer's primary focus?(1:23:26) SMX on NBC this week!(1:24:40) For 250s, is having the week off good or bad?(1:25:50) After Daytona, we might know the champion?(1:27:25) A busy weekend, so we'll see you Monday!
(1:00) Welcome to Title 24!(2:00) Hard Knocks for RV's boys on the track.(5:00) From Detroit to Daytona.(6:07) Show Preview: Lots to talk about.(6:40) The Red Flag that Robbed Max.(8:58) Red Flags, Restarts, and the wrong green flag.(18:15) McAdoo's Tough Hit and his spot on the track.(21:15) Hate it for Max Anstie, and more green flag questions.(23:54) Max's relationship with the boss.(29:28) Levi Kitchen needed to cash in that gift.(32:50) Cooper Webb doesn't make "Chase" mistakes.(33:45) It's Cooper's Championship to Lose.(34:45)Webb's biggest improvement makes him dangerous(38:37) Ken Roczen's title hopes "not out of reach."(41:50) Chase Sexton vs. the Gate and Himself.(47:09) Why is Chase so much faster?(49:12) Jett Lawrence weighs in on Sexton vs. Webb.(54:16) Ted Talk: Common mistakes vs. Silly ones.(1:03:36) Motorsports on NBC Community Post(1:06:23) Honda's season with the lost riders(1:13:30) SMX on NBC This Week(1:14:26) Arlington Preview - 250 West is Back!(1:18:55) The Villopoto's Race Week Prep & RV's Cardio.(1:20:10) Thank you fans! An Awesome week.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto discuss a historic night in Tampa as Malcolm Stewart gets his first premier class win, the whoops take our leaders Chase Sexton and Pierce Brown, the lappers take out Ken Roczen and ruffle some feathers, Cooper Webb's championship odds looking good, tough words on tuff blocks, Max Anstie's looking pretty, Cameron McAdoo's amazing podium, and why free agency for injuries doesn't really work.
With the Glendale round in the books, Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto discuss Jett Lawrence's injury, Jordon Smith bringing Triumph their first win, Chase Sexton's intensity, Haiden Deegan's experience level, Julien Beaumer making mistakes that he can't make, Eli Tomac spotting the competition, and what the age limit should be on 250 riders.(0:00) Welcome to the Title 24 Glendale Review(1:00) Moto-Dad: Gage Villopoto makes his debut.(5:18) Show Preview & Motorsports on NBC Community Pole.(6:55) Jett Lawrence leaves with an injury.(13:39) Glendale - The Track: Options galore.(18:33) Triumph first win: Sacrifice pays off.(23:46) Cole Davies: Better get used to it.(26:11) Davies: 1-1 pressure and the crash.(30:06) Julien Beaumer: Can't do this at this level.(34:41) Haiden Deegan: More experience will help.(40:21) What will the break bring for the 250 West?(43:16) SMX Bloopers!(46:18) Chase Sexton: Most intense on the track.(49:28) Triple Crown a blessing for Jett.(51:41) Look where these riders started!(53:42) Eli Tomac: I think he's pissed.(56:40) Did Ricky really say Coop for 8th place?(58:41) Ken Roczen: We're more confident in him than he is.(1:02:03) Can Ken handle the Tampa heat?(1:02:46) Tomac: Speed is there, can't spot these guys.(1:05:44) Motorsports on NBC Sports Community Poll Pick(1:07:31) Quad Lock Question: Age Limit in the 250 class?(1:15:48) Haiden's thought on age limits.(1:18:57) SuperMotocross on NBC This Week!(1:19:57) A lot of Heat in the 250 East.(1:22:00) See everyone in Tampa!
(0:22) What up everybody(1:14) Ricky and Ryan discuss the Title 24 Live Show occurred last week.(1:24) United Motorsports Moment of the Night.(11:29) Motorsports on NBC community Poll.(11:47) Ken Roczen takes over the red plate.(15:44) Cole Davie's first podium. Plays SMX video game of A2 to get ready for race! (18:52) Jo Shimoda's grit.(21:43) Deegan, Lawrence back on top. (24:22) So much buzz and drama from the weekend in the 250 class. Deegan vs Ju Ju.(32:19) Notable for the 250 class, Drew Adams(37:47) Boxo Breakdown - Eli Tomac main event start.(46:41) The only guy that we haven't talked about it Chase Sexton.(50:13) 450 Supercross points standings.(53:31) Is this the deepest 450 field that you can remember?(1:02:26) Results of Motorsports on NBC community Poll.(1:05:15) What did you think about the whoops at A2? Would RV and yourself favor them?(01:18:51) RV's son will be racing in Glendale this weekend!
(0:00) First reactions to the weekend(1:04) Title 24 Live Show This Week(3:30) Eli Tomac beats Jett Lawrence with intensity(11:00) To Quad or Not to Quad(13:25) More confident after SD: Eli or Jett?(15:25) Reminds me of Anaheim 2 in 2001(20:11) Jett can't push the bike like he wants to(24:14) Which record is better: MC, ET, or RC?(29:47) "Enough on the Honda Changes"(33:53) Chase Sexton: What happened?(41:30) Cooper Webb's "sick" podium ride(42:44) A couple riders are ahead of schedule(48:30) Julien Beaumer joins the show(1:16:45) Haiden Deegan: Where is he between the ears?(1:22:57) Jo Shimoda's bad break(1:25:35) Cole Davies: Welcome to the Show.(1:27:56) Elite riders on Privateer bikes(1:35:50) See you at the Live Show in Anaheim
(0:00) Title 24: A1 Review(2:52) Motorsports on NBC Community Poll(6:59) Eli Tomac looked good, except...(11:00) Jett's night: How much do we look into it?(14:02) What if Chase Sexton had Jett and Eli behind him?(15:14) Sexton almost did it again(16:00) Sexton: What Ifs, What Ifs, What Ifs(19:10) A brand new Chase?(20:24) California Wildlife Relief Help(20:58) Why did Honda make a change?(30:37) Eli was SO bummed(31:30) Jorge Prado: The potential is there(34:20) First turn save of the night(36:05) Jo Shimoda is on the pod(37:10) Jo finally does it early!(39:00) Ryder D's Time to Shine(42:18) Coty v. Deegs 2(43:44) Haiden: A little self check(46:44) Can Honda go back to the old model?(53:15) Malcolm's gutty performance(54:15) San Diego will be here soon(58:18) A one-handed Dakar Rally update(1:00:30) SMX: San Diego This Weekend(1:01:34) Live Show Update & Goodbye
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto sat down with Anaheim 250 Winner Jo Shimoda to discuss the big win, his move to Florida, what this means for San Diego next week, and his favorite place to go despite the music.
Our champions Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto are back and ready for the upcoming SuperMotocross World Championship to start this Saturday at Anaheim. The two dove into a ton of fans questions including a rider's plan heading into A1, some advice for Jett Lawrence dealing with success, what can Eli Tomac and others due to knock the champion from the top of the podium, and Haiden Deegan's decision to head West this season.
(0:00) Ryan Villopoto off being a Moto-Dad!(2:53) 2-time Dakar Rally Winner Ricky Brabec(34:44) RC's thoughts on the interview(38:00) Thanks everyone! See you in 2025.
Fresh off the announcement of his new job, Triumph Racing America's General Manager Jeremy Coker sits down with Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto to discuss his new position, how he got here, and his thoughts on the state of SuperMotocross racing.
(0:00) Title 24 presented by NBC Sports(1:02) Wait! RV was banned from Down Under?(7:35) Jett Lawrence looking for wins and records.(10:36) Wow, does Eli Tomac look back!(13:13) "I love Haiden [Deegan's] mindset."(14:15) Chase Sexton wants to be in the conversation.(17:54) Jason Anderson: Starting 5th or 6th? You're not winning.(19:28) KTM financial troubles are public knowledge.(23:31) Haiden: Worth hopping on the 450?(26:52) Prado will learn from his injury.(28:08) Barcia with Baker: Different results?(29:45) Malcolm Stewart is on the gas.(32:45) Levi Kitchen looks like he has something for Haiden.(34:17) Welcome in NASCAR Champion Kevin Harvick.(1:13:58) Moto Dadding Continues!
(0:00) Title 24 is back!(1:05) Moto Parenting(7:31) Turkey Day Riding(9:16) Mini O's, Triumph, and Holidays(11:25) Welcome in Jett!(13:07) Jett Lawrence joins the show(44:28) Reaction to Jett's openness(45:22) 2025 SMX World Championship Season Preview Show(50:42) Off-season: To race or just ride?(56:02) Send us your thoughts & guest requests
Fresh off their visit to the Motocross of Nations, Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto discuss the atmosphere and being at Matterley Basin, Australia's first title, a solid appearance for USA on short notice, Tim Gajser throwing it down, Jeffrey Herlings' mediocre outing, Jorge Prado's energy coming off another title-winning season, and a few listener questions and statements as the offseason officially begins.
(0:00) Special Edition of Title 24(1:07) Haiden Deegan joins the show(1:55) Deegan on SMX playoffs(5:06) Deegan on the Whoop debate(5:50) Deegan on improvements from last year(8:18) Deegan on vacation(11:10) Deegan's training preference(12:16) Deegan updates the wrist(17:05) Deegan on what coast he'll race in 2025(19:33) Deegan on MXdN(21:45) Does Haiden still backflip?(22:40) RC and Haiden college football woes(23:17) Deegan: Golf vs. BMX(25:08) RC and RV react to the interview with Haiden(28:07) Motocross of Nations Preview(34:54) Our hearts with those in the Southeast(35:59) Off to MXdN.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto expand on everything SMX from Las Vegas, including Jett Lawrence and Haiden Deegan's title victories, Chase Sexton's unfortunate end to the season and the MXoN implications, Hunter Lawrence's ascension, Pierce Brown's 1st win, and comparing the future rivalry between Jett and Haiden.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto break down everything that happened at SMX Playoff #2 from Texas including Hunter Lawrence's big win, Chase Sexton's eye-opening post-race interview, Haiden Deegan dominant again, RJ Hampshire's wild ride again, the winner-take-all championship next week, tuff blocks, racing formats, and who is under the most pressure.
(0:00) Playoff races bring a different mentality.(4:45) RV's reunion(5:19) The internet is not our friend.(6:42) The Living Legend vs. The Future (Eli v. Jett)(9:35) The process of returning from injury.(11:00) Where was Jett better?(12:36) The official passing of the torch.(13:56) Who impressed and who didn't?(15:43) Chase Sexton can't be subpar.(19:31) Haiden Deegan puts on a clinic.(22:48) JuJu's Breakthrough(24:21) Deegan's off-track advantage?(25:17) Jo Shimoda's warrior performance.(26:37) RJ Hampshire's wild ride.(28:04) Deegan: “Don't Do It.”(30:41) MXoN Update(33:35) Grates removing the art of the start.(37:40) How many races is too many?(46:43) Motorsports on NBC This Week(47:53) Is the dirt different in Texas?
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto are back together to dive into Chase Sexton's first Pro Motocross 450 Championship, Team USA at the Motocross of Nations, the SMX Playoffs, and a grip of fans questions including whether it is good to be humble or cocky.
(00:23) Ricky Carmichael welcomes AMA Motocross Champion, Adam Cianciarulo.(06:47) AC on being a commentator - " I really do like being up on the podium. I really do like facilitating someone else's moment."(10:29) RC and AC discuss the 250 action at Budds Creek.(32:59) RC and AC discuss the 450 action at Budds Creek.(36:17) RC and AC debate the use of the new scoop tire and Team USA for Motocross of Nations.(32:59) RC and AC discuss the upcoming SMX Playoffs.(1:08:22) RC and AC answer a great fan question about the participation of parents in the sport.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto are back after two weeks off to discuss Hunter Lawrence's new ride, Chase Sexton's closing the gap, Chance Hymas' wild ride and what he should do, the return of Ken Roczen and Cooper Webb, flaggers, Garrett Marchbanks and Triumph feel-good stories, plus the wild NASCAR finish.
(00:23) Ricky Carmichael welcomes Hall of Famer Rick Johnson.(07:55) RJ - " One of my favorite Ricky Carmichael stories."(10:30) RC and RJ discuss the 450 action at Washougal.(16:42) RC- "Do you think we are being too hard on Hunter?'(26:45) RC- "Some big names coming back."(32:38) RC and RJ start to discuss the 450 action at Washougal but RC just can't get over the Hunter debate.(36:17) RC and RJ actually discuss the 450 action at Washougal.(45:04) RC and RJ answer some great fan questions.(1:07:21) RJ talks about a personal project working with veterans.
(00:31) Ricky Carmichael is back!(01:16) RV at Budds Creek with Yamaha this weekend.(03:30) Chase Sexton wins 450s at Spring Creek National(12:32) Can Hunter Lawrence continue to challenge Chase Sexton?(23:45) Levi Kitchen wins first 250 overall motocross win.(32:56) Haiden Deegan and Chance Hymas tangle during moto #2 start at Spring Creek.(35:56) "Haiden, don't you have it out with everyone else?"(36:17) Haiden Deegan -"I feel like Chance has had a thing out for me all season, trying to ride me a little dirty on the track"(44:27) Ricky Carmichael - "If you don't like it.....go win, go beat the guy."
(3:17) Big news! Jett Lawrence out for the rest of the motocross season. (8:04) Haiden Deegan doing Haiden Deegan things.(10:57) So much to learn from a crash like this.(22:21) Chance Hymas first overall win.(36:28) Motocross 450 season points.(42:00) Does the noise of the crowd affect the racer?
00:00:41 - Ryan Villopoto talks about his visit last weekend to Mammoth Motocross 2024.00:03:45 - Ricky and Ryan discuss Heiden Deegan.00:22 :34 - Ricky and Ryan discuss Jet Lawrence.00:33:46 - Ricky and Ryan discuss Chase Sexton.
01:06:29 - Review of 250 division at High Point01:19:08 - Special guest - Mitch Payton 01:40:15 - Review of 450 division at High Point
(0:00) Welcome Jase Macalpine.(1:27) Thunder Valley: "Not a slot car track."(7:50) "Can't talk about Jett Lawrence without talking about Chase Sexton."(15:34) Hunter Lawrence "was there to play."(20:33) "Ever gone back to a championship setting?"(26:52) Chase Sexton: "It tends to happen too much."(33:50) Justin Cooper: "If at sea level... dudes don't track him down."(39:45) Haiden Deegan: "Rest of the field on its heels."(46:45) Deegan: Shift into "I'm the Guy" mentality.(50:21) Deegan: Smack talk "only works if you back it up."(53:24) Tom Vialle: "Too nice... Cost him."(57:40) Chance Hymas: "The kid found something."(1:04:20) Levi Kitchen: Back to the drawing board.(1:06:42) Motorsports on NBC(1:07:49) Do you know what gear your in?(1:10:57) High Point: Hunter and Haiden's weekend?(1:14:59) Thanks Jase!
(0:00) Ricky is out, Davey is in!(2:58) Jett Lawrence's streak is over.(4:08) Changes to THAT part of the track.(11:26) Chase Sexton: This is what he needed to do!(18:26) Jett shows grit in getting back up.(22:15) Building blocks for Aaron Plessinger.(24:38) Hunter Lawrence "needs to find more."(31:20) Jason Anderson: Bad time for mediocre day.(33:05) Anderson: A one-man band at Kawi.(34:48) Justin Cooper: Sneaky good ride.(37:24) Haiden Deegan's rollercoaster win.(45:12) Tom Vialle delivered.(46:35) Undisputed Champion and Wonderful Trophies.(47:55) Tom must stop Haiden's momentum.(49:40) Levin Kitchen: Concerned? YES!(54:00) Breakout ride for Chance Hymas.(58:40) Triumph's first efforts are good.(1:02:40) Motorsports on NBC This Week.(1:04:03) Historical data on bikes for future tracks.(1:11:23) Thunder Valley: Real test of fitness this week.(1:14:58) World's Best Retired Guy.
Ryan Villopoto and Ricky Carmichael dive into the first weekend of the Pro Motocross calendar at Fox Raceway in California, and discuss the controversial non-call regarding 250 winner Haiden Deegan, Jett Lawrence keeping the streak alive ahead of his brother Hunter, Levi Kitchen's boot making news again, press day rides, and whether or not it is the same old story with Chase Sexton.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto are joined by Monster Energy AMA Supercross 250 West Champion RJ Hampshire to discuss his journey through the sport to his first professional title, but first the champions take a slew of fans questions prior to the start of the 2024 Pro Motocross season.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto digest everything that happened in Salt Lake City, including new champions crowned in Jett Lawrence, RJ Hampshire, and Tom Vialle, a full breakdown of the incident and history in 2024 between Jason Anderson, Hunter Lawrence and Jett Lawrence, as well as Chase Sexton and Haiden Deegan's race wins, Levi Kitchen coming up short, Justin Cooper's first podium, and a bundle of fan questions.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto are together in California to discuss Jett Lawrence being one step closer to the title, Hunter Lawrence finishes 2nd to his brother, Cooper Webb's thumb issues, 250 West is all square at the top between Levi Kitchen and RJ Hampshire, the incident between RJ and Nate Thrasher, Jo Shimoda's big win, good rides for Justin Barcia and Jason Anderson, tough nights for Chase Sexton and Eli Tomac, plus what our champions would do in a close title fight as the series heads to Salt Lake City for the finale.
(0:00) Baseball, The Grind, and the Best Track in Cali!(5:08) DP Show Appearance(8:42) Where to pass in Philadelphia?(13:40) Quick! Sign up to win.(15:46) Jett Lawrence: "One of his best rides."(22:41) Track change hurts Cooper Webb.(27:30) Can Webb's mental strength help him anymore?(29:08) What tactics would you use to make up points?(30:41) Eli Tomac: Better than the results.(32:00) Did Tomac let Webb by? Or did he not have it?(36:32) Jason Anderson not at fault.(37:53) Webb has to get better.(40:58) Did Chase Sexton mean to hit Webb?(44:58) Hunter Lawrence's wild ride.(50:08) Max Anstie's feel-good win.(54:17) Mindset for Tom Vialle and Haiden Deegan.(59:20) Vialle does what he has to.(1:00:32) The Vialle effect on MXGP.(1:04:10) Should Deegan throw in the towel?(1:05:42) Jalek Swoll vs. Seth Hammaker: Who is to blame?(1:12:51) SuperMotocross on NBC(1:14:08) Denver is NOT forgiving, like Nashville.(1:16:55) Best comeback ride of your career.(1:26:35) Until next time...
(0:00) A wild weekend... for RV!(5:00) What is it about Nashville?(13:48) Big statement by Jett Lawrence.(16:23) Jett's pass on Eli for the lead.(18:31) Cooper Webb vs. Nashville Demons.(23:00) Tomac: Surprised Jett gapped him.(24:38) Tomac and Webb: Do they work together?(27:45) Chase Sexton: Bar to the gut of his season.(34:33) Ken Roczen's shock "I've never seen that before."(41:11) 250 Turn 2 Chaos: What the hell happened?(43:20) Levi Kitchen's gutsy ride.(44:58) How a heat race can change the entire night.(46:43) PC Kawasaki team meeting after a night like that.(49:26) Cameron McAdoo's practice run-in "a bonehead move."(56:53) Give it up to RJ!(59:10) Elevation coming! Kitchen or RJ?(1:01:11) No penalty for Haiden Deegan.(1:03:23) Tom Vialle's championship experience.(1:04:18) Deegan, "you have something no one can teach!"(1:08:53) This Week in Motorsports(1:10:08) Going back to Philly after 44 years.(1:12:03) Importance of a pre-race routine.(1:18:22) RV! Slow down, my man.
(0:00) Welcome, Ryan Villopoto back from COTA and MotoGP.(3:26) Initial Thoughts on Foxborough(6:40) Massive win for Cooper Webb(8:55) Chase Sexton: Another Ryan Dungey?(11:58) Where is Webb better?(13:48) Is Cooper in Jett Lawrence's head?(14:58) More pressure on Webb?(17:50) Is Webb one of the best?(18:28) Jett's bad start: Yamaha's plan?(20:25) Jett's turndown style: "Be ready!"(21:50) Rather be Jett or Webb right now?(25:20) Sexton's "What If"(28:00) Jason Anderson: Extra hard on Jett?(31:35) Haiden Deegan: "This is what we expected."(32:15) Cameron McAdoo: Exactly what he needed to do.(34:10) Tom Vialle: Another solid ride.(34:50) Should McAdoo be worried about Deegan or Vialle?(38:25) The Week Ahead(39:59) Cooper Webb joins the show(1:10:03) Best at getting in their opponent's head?(1:16:30) Thank you! See you next week.
(1:00) Off Weekend, Ryan's in Vegas!(3:40) Adam Cianciarulo calls it a career.(12:39) Rapid Fire Fan Question(13:15) Leading to retirement: More physical or mental?(14:40) Most potential that suffered from injuries?(18:25) Will there be more veterans retiring?(19:26) Who will take Cianciarulo's seat?(22:48) Levi Kitchen: Teams looking at him for a 450 seat?(24:01) Cooper Webb's consistency push him to the title?(26:57) Can Eli Tomac keep the momentum going?(28:40) Was that Tomac's last win?(29:33) Can Jett Lawrence handle the pressure?(31:03) Was Jett saved by having week off?(31:46) Sexton and Plessinger: Can some riders adapt better to bike changes than others?.(33:10) Chase Sexton: Better outdoors than indoors in 2024?(34:29) Jason Anderson: What has happened?(37:58) Hunter Lawrence: Is this what you expected? Title contender in 2025?(39:52) 450 Class: Last time it was this competitive?(41:16) East/West Showdown: Who stands out to win?(42:53) Haiden Deegan: New guy with time off?(43:31) Why do some riders get hurt more than others?(45:23) Financially, how does moving up the ranks work?(52:20) One way comms during playoffs?(54:47) More on the financial question(56:31) Provisional rider for Triple Crowns?(58:38) Should riders be more aggressive on one-line tracks?(1:00:42) Why don't we recycle track layouts?(1:02:00) Comparing tracks of today to the past.(1:07:04) Would no start devices equal fewer first turn pileups?(1:09:13) Suspension settings: Front or rear matter more?(1:09:29) How will future riders elevate the sport?(1:11:52) Club MX: How do they compare to a factory team?(1:16:56) Option clauses in contracts(1:18:18) Which race do you like to rewatch?(1:18:55) Difference between tracks era to era.(1:20:30) More indoor stadiums?(1:24:05) Why high-angle camera shots?(1:26:22) Should U.S. riders go to MXGP?(1:29:02) Jorge Prado: Outdoors contender in 2025?(1:29:51) Foxborough this week, goodbye!
(0:00) Epic Night in STL, epic show ahead.(1:23) Eli Tomac: "The man got it done!"(5:26) Why did you say something, Eli?(9:49) "Thought it was an epic track."(12:20) Jett Lawrence & Justin Barcia: "The perfect storm."(16:33) My flight home with Barcia.(18:52) "He said oh crap too late."(25:55) Remember Stew and Dung!(28:50) Red Cross Flag: "A rule is a rule."(32:03) Radio comms "bring the sport to another level."(37:23) Scary moment for Ken Roczen.(39:45) Cooper Webb: "Put the pressure on him right now."(42:52) Where was Chase Sexton?(44:18) Levi Kitchen joins the show!(46:31) Success with PC compared to Star?(48:52) Difference in training when winning?(54:25) Supercross or Motocross?(55:00) This weekend's track vs. the rest of the season?(59:58) Levi's thoughts on the red cross flag.(1:04:30) Levi chimes in on radio comms.(1:06:27) Levi's thoughts on the remaining tracks.(1:09:14) The difference in Levi Kitchen then vs now.(1:10:52) Pro Circuit Milestone coming up!(1:12:39) RC and RV remember hard times on the track.(1:17:48) RC, RV, and Hunter vs. the keyboard warriors.(1:23:51) What's happening during the off weekend?
(0:00) The Pacific Northwest doesn't disappoint.(2:55) Cooper Webb wins a final lap for the ages.(5:45) Another rookie mistake for Jett Lawrence.(9:04) Webb's gifted win and arm pump heroics.(14:06) Chase Sexton: "What If?"(17:16) "I call it rider error."(20:24) To wall jump or to wall jump?(24:38) How important is the pit board?(25:50) Lawrence the Race Manager.(29:05) Do riders think Jett is beatable?(30:52) Ken Roczen wins!!!!!!!! (an LCQ)(32:38) Eli Tomac can be there, if he gets a start.(36:13) Levi Kitchen is officially the favorite!(41:14) "I texted Chase, by the way."(41:58) Should Jordon Smith have been pulled off?(48:28) Make or break for Jordon or RJ?(50:33) Shimoda's struggle street(53:15) Nate Thrasher's on the hamster wheel(55:14) More Fan Questions coming April 8th!(56:19) Is the door open in St. Louis?(1:01:39) St. Louis of Ricky's scariest crashes(1:02:48) RV's scariest crash in St. Louis too!(1:06:48) Who needs a track map?(1:09:45) The weather FINALLY not a factor.(1:11:23) What else is on tap?
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