
The TT Podcast
Isle of Man TT Races·199 episodes
Inside the world’s greatest road race. Hosted by TT winner Lee Johnston, alongside presenter Chris Pritchard, The TT Podcast gets under the skin of the Isle of Man TT Races. From living legends to future stars, each episode delivers honest, in-depth conversations with the people who make the TT what it is. If you want to understand the mindset, the risk, and what it really takes to compete on the world famous Mountain Course - this is the place. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston sit down with Davey Todd to discuss what he is up to at TT 2026 and they are also joined by Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr Paul Hancock who tells us about Davey's recovery process. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston sit down with Dominic Herbertson to discuss Dom's fantastic 6th place finish the Monster Energy Supersport TT and the build up to the event with KTS racing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston sit down with Chief Medical Officer Dr Gareth Davies and TT rider Shaun Anderson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston sit down on the TT fan stage with the latest member of the 130mph club Paul Jordan and Dafabet Racing's Michael Evans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston sit down on the TT fan stage with Padgett's team owner Clive Padgett and rider Mitch Rees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston sit down on the TT fan stage with TT Newcomer's Gary McCoy and Rhys Stephenson and rider liaison officers Richard Quayle and John Barton. They discuss what is involved with being a newcomer at the TT and how the first week has gone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston sit down on the TT fan stage with birthday boy Conor Cummins and Michael Rutter to talk about the pressures of owning and running your own team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston sit down on the TT fan stage with Honda riders John McGuinness MBE and Dean Harrison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston sit down with Head of Motorsport Paul Phillips to talk about the big changes at this years TT and what we can expect. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston sit down with Radio TT commentators Greg Haines and Chris Boyde to look ahead to this years Isle of Man TT Races. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston sit down with key figures behind the scenes including TT Chief Technical Officer Trevor Denning and Rider Liaison Officer John Barton alongside leading competitors past and present, such as Michael Evans, Tom Birchall, Ryan and Callum Crowe, and Ben Birchall with new passenger Mark Wilkes. It’s a look at the TT from every angle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston sit down with Peter Hickman and Dean Harrison to chat through pre-TT testing, bike setup, and what they’re expecting from this year on the Mountain Course. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This special edition LIVE episode reflects on John McGuinness MBE's career on the Mountain Course. Featuring the man himself alongside a host of riders, team-mates, family and friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s our 4th and final day of racing at the Classic TT!Chris and Lee are joined on stage by legends Iain Duffus and Eddie Laycock. Duffus, a two-time TT winner with nine podiums to his name, raced on the Island from 1985 to 2003, while Laycock, also a double winner, combined TT success with a spell in the 500cc World Championship before moving into team management with Laylaw Racing. Two careers, two winners – one passion for the Mountain Course with plenty to unpack. Stay up to date with all things TT at 👉 www.iomttraces.com and by following @TTRacesOfficial across social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Day 3 at the Classic TT and today we have a very special episode.Chris and Lee sit down with Gary Dunlop, Stephen Davison, John McGuinness MBE, and Michael Rutter to reflect on Joey Dunlop’s final TT years. From family legacy and winter memories, to the SP1 story, iconic photos, and Joey’s last Senior race, this episode captures the moments that became racing folklore.Stay up to date with all things TT at 👉 www.iomttraces.com and by following @TTRacesOfficial across social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Day 2 at the Classic TT and the legends just keep coming!Chris and Lee are back on stage, this time joined by three icons of road racing: Brian Reid, Ian Simpson, and Mick Grant. From their unforgettable careers at the TT to their wider memories on motorsport, the trio share stories, memories, and insights you won’t want to miss.They also look ahead to one of the most anticipated highlights of the week: the 80/90s Parade Lap, celebrating the machines and moments that defined an era.Stay up to date with all things TT at 👉 www.iomttraces.com and by following @TTRacesOfficial across social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The TT Podcast is back! We’re kicking off our 2025 Classic TT race week coverage with a very special episode.Chris and Lee return to the stage in the Fan Park, and are joined by three legendary figures who’ve each made their mark on TT history: Trevor Nation, Dave Molyneux, and Ian Lougher. Together, they share unforgettable stories from their racing careers and give us a glimpse into their roles at this year’s Classic TT.For the latest news, features, and updates, head to 👉 www.iomttraces.com and follow @TTRacesOfficial across social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The TT has now concluded for 2025 and it is time for our final daily episode for this year's TT - the review episode. Chris and Lee are joined by James Whitham and Tom Birchall to discuss all the major headlines, events, highs and lows of the TT this year. Finally, the guys will be checking their predictions made in our preview episode and seeing who was the most accurate when trying to predict the outcome of the racing action from the TT this year. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s day 13 on the Isle of Man and the final day of racing is here. With the weather ensuring that the likelihood of the senior TT is in the balance, Lee is heading back to the pits while Chris is having one final catch up with the riders, teams and other huge TT names around the paddock. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s day 12 on the Isle of Man and once again, we have a day that is jam packed with racing. Lee is heading back into pit lane, and Chris is heading here, there and everywhere. We'll be hearing from the TT Marshals’ Association chairman: Jane Corlett, today’s winners: Dean Harrison, the Crowe Brothers and Michael Dunlop, as well as podium placements: Davey Todd & Dominic Herbertson. Around the action, Chris will also be talking to our special celebrity guest: Carl Cox. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Day 11 on the Isle of Man brings a break from racing, but the energy around the TT continues and so does the podcast.Chris and Lee are back with a live podcast episode from the Track Side Bar, joined by Jackson Racing teammates Paul Jordan and Josh Brookes. With no bikes on the course today, it's the perfect time to catch up on their week so far and hear some behind-the-scenes stories. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Day 10 on the Isle of Man. We are ready for big day of racing but the question on everyone’s lips is will the weather allow us to? We have the 4 Lap Supersport Race 2. Will Michael Dunlop continue to dominate in this category? Let’s find out! This is the story of Race Day 3. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s Day 9 on the Isle of Man and the adrenaline is rising because it’s Day 2 of racing. The island echoes with the roar of engines as we gear up for a triple threat: Superstock, Supertwin, and the Sidecar Shakedown.From the paddock to the podium, Chris and Lee are right in the thick of it, catching every reaction and emotion as the racers cross the line and carve their names into TT history. Buckle up. This is the story of Race Day 2.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s day 8 on the Isle of Man and the first day of racing is finally here. With a schedule full of racing action from the Superbike, Sidecar and Supersport classes, Chris is speaking with the winners of the first sidecar race before heading down to the Honda awning with Lee, to talk to the TT legends John McGuinness MBE and Dean Harrison. How did they find day 1 of racing? Let’s find out!If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's the first day of June, Day 7 on the Isle of Man. Chris and Lee are once again on the hunt to grab all the latest TT news and gossip on the final day of qualifying. Heading into the paddock, the pit lane and the Mercury Club - the lads are once again talking to huge names from the 2025 TT including Grace Webb, Davey Todd, Dominic Herbertson and a special guest appearance from Richard Hammond. Is everyone feeling prepared for racing tomorrow? Let's find out!If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's day 6 on the Isle of Man, and we're nearing the halfway point of the TT for 2025. Chris and Lee are back on the stage in the Trackside Bar with two new amazing guests: James Hillier and Davo Johnson. As the continuation of qualifying 4 and 5 is being put to the test by the weather - how prepared are James and Davo feeling as we approach the final qualifying sessions? Let's find out!If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s day 5 on the Isle of Man and a day of all things qualifying. Chris and Lee are taking the day away from the stage to get all of the TT gossip. Lee is back on the road to see if any other viewing areas can surpass the thrills from the Bottom of Barregarrow. Chris is heading into the paddock, chatting to more riders including Paul Jordan, Josh Brookes, Barry Burrell, Todd Ellis & Emanuelle Clément and Pete Founds - discussing all of the latest updates and news straight after the second qualifying session.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
After a bright morning on the Isle of Man, Day 4 saw the rain finally decide to creep in towards the afternoon and cancel the much anticipated second day of Qualifying. However, whatever the weather, Chris and Lee are always back to business - taking to the stage in the Trackside Bar and talking to sidecar legend Ben Birchall and his new passenger Patrick Rosney!If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The sunshine and the first day of qualifying have arrived on the Isle of Man for Day 3 and just in time for our very special episode. Chris and Lee take to the stage once again, with special guests Jonny Heginbotham and Mike Booth to discuss everything around the amazing charity work of TORQ. With amazing support to all those in the racing world and honouring the memory of Dan Kneen, the inspiring and amazing work TORQ and The Dan Kneen Charitable Foundation do is the main talking point at the Trackside Bar today. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels.Note: This episode features some mentions of graphic themes and injury. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Day 2 on the Isle of Man, and another morning covered with rain clouds - but the podcast daily episodes keep rolling. Chris and Lee are back on stage, in the trackside bar chatting with last year's senior TT winner Davey Todd as well as newcomer to the TT this year, Mitch Rees. They discuss all things around race week preparations, the newcomers lap in retrospect as well as our amazing listener questions and brand new feature, Rider Recall. Finally, a round up of the evening as more bikes were able to take to the course as the clouds finally parted.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome back to the Isle of Man! The rain has already decided to head to the Island on Day 1 as the newcomers were just able to grace the TT course in the morning. While the racing may be affected by the weather, the TT podcast is kicking off the daily episodes rain or shine. In this episode, Chris and Lee are back on the stage at the trackside bar in the fan park chatting to the fastest man around the TT course: Peter Hickman and newcomer to the TT: Barry Burrell. Talking all things surrounding TT prep, newcomer lap performances, listener questions as well as Barry testing his memory in Newcomer Knowledge!If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
And just like that, the 2025 TT is here. Chris and Lee and back on the Isle of Man for our first daily episode. However, in this year's preview episode, the TT podcast is introducing a new spin. We'll be recording each episode live on stage in the fan park with huge guests featuring throughout. We will be bringing you the latest gossip and news straight from the paddock as well as some brand new features. In this episode, Chris and Lee are joined by the TT legend: Mike Booth - discussing potential outcomes and trajectories the riders may face at the TT over the next 2 weeks, as well as making those all important podium predictions. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The 2025 TT is right around the corner! Chris and Lee are back for our final countdown episode as we have one last catch up with more familiar TT names before the tires hit Glencrutchery Road. This week the boys are at Donington Park in Leicestershire as the final preparations for our TT riders and teams are well underway. Straight from the track, we hear the final thoughts, opinions and plans from names such as Davey Todd, Clive Padgett, Dean Harrison, Steve Day and Mitch Rees. With the next stop being the Isle of Man, is everyone feeling prepared to grace the notorious TT course once again? Let's find out!If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
As the countdown to the TT for 2025 is well underway, Chris and Lee head over to Northern Ireland to chat to the TT’s most notable names at the North West 200. From the usual suspects claiming wins, to surprising podium placements - the same question remains: are the riders feeling fully prepared to head down Glencrutchery Road in only a few short weeks? Let’s find out!If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The TT Podcast Live Show is back for the second instalment! Last time, Chris and Lee took to the stage at the Gaiety Theatre in Douglas to chat to some of the biggest names from the 2024 TT - Ben Birchall, Dean Harrison, Davey Todd and Peter Hickman. In this episode, we pick up right where we left off, as Chris and Lee return to the stage and talk to the two brothers who dominated last year: Ryan and Callum Crowe. And then finally closing the show with the King of the Mountain - Michael Dunlop.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The TT Podcast is back for 2025, and this time we're live! In this episode, Chris Pritchard and Lee Johnston are back on the Isle Of Man, taking to the stage in the Gaiety Theatre to chat to some of the biggest names from last year's TT. In this first of two live episodes, they chat to names such as Davey Todd, Peter Hickman, Ben Birchall and Dean Harrison about their triumphs and turmoils of 2024 as well as their aspirations and expectations as we head towards the 2025 TT.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of the TT Podcast, Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater relive TT 2024 by reflecting on some of the biggest moments from the year. With topics including; Michael Dunlop becoming the greatest of all time, Davey Todd winning his first Senior TT, the Crowe Brothers’ success in the sidecar class and the retirement of local legend, Dave Molyneux.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels.Music by Calva Louise Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In another special Q&A episode of the TT Podcast, Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater answer all your burning TT questions. They discuss warm up laps, which historic TT they wish they could relive and what is Michael Dunlop really like.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels.Music by Calva Louise Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
You asked - we answered! In this special edition episode of The TT Podcast, Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater are in the studio to answer all of your Isle of Man TT related questions - with no subject off limits!If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels.Music by Calva Louise Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Maria Costello returns for part two of her TT Podcast episode with Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater, as she opens up about becoming a role model for women riders, getting her enthusiasm back and turning up to Buckingham Palace on her bike.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels.Music by Calva Louise Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of the TT Podcast, Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater are joined by the only female to take part in a solo and sidecar TT race, Maria Costello. Maria discusses why sidecars are so special, how she put her Mum through a lot over the years and why she finds it hard to show her emotional side.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels.Music by Calva Louise Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave Hewson returns for part two of his TT podcast episode with Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater to reflect on the real story about his nickname ‘Wavey Davey’, the moment he knew he’d never ride at the TT again and his successful YouTube channel.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts.www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of the TT podcast, Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater are joined by Dave “Wavey Davey” Hewson. Dave discusses first discovering the TT, the reason why he’ll always be involved in the event and climbing the biggest hill in Mexico.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts.www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tim Reeves returns for part two of his TT Podcast episode with Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater as he reflects on becoming world champ compared to the emotion of his first TT podium and win, the regret of never riding at the Isle of Man with his brother and why it’s tougher than ever before to win the sidecar race.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts.www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels.Music by Calva Louise Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris Pritchard and Steve Plater return to the studio with leading sidecar racer, Tim Reeves! In this episode, Tim discusses the reasons why he didn’t do the TT sooner and battling with his Dad to prove he’s ‘ready’.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts.www.iomttraces.com is the place for all the latest TT news and features, and search for @TTRacesOfficial for all our social channels.Music by Calva Louise Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In another special episode from the Goodwood Festival of Speed, Chris Pritchard chats to ten time TT winner, TT heart throb and all round road-racing legend, Giacomo Agostini about his career achievements, his fondest memory of the TT and what he thinks makes the Isle of Man stand out different.Remember to head over to ttplus.iomttraces.com now and sign up to TT+ for free, be sure to subscribe to get each episode as soon as it drops and head to www.iomttraces.com for all the latest news and features and follow us @TTRacesOfficial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this special episode, Chris Pritchard visits the Goodwood Festival of Speed, as they invited some of the biggest names from the Isle of Man TT to grace the famous Hillclimb and honour Michael Dunlop’s historic 29 TT victories.Remember to head over to ttplus.iomttraces.com now and sign up to TT+ for free, be sure to subscribe to get each episode as soon as it drops and head to www.iomttraces.com for all the latest news and features and follow us @TTRacesOfficial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the final episode of our TT Rewind series, we reflect on Josh Brookes appearance on the Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on the TT Podcast, we take a look back at part two of our conversation with Aussie legend, Cameron Donald. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of the TT Podcast, we revisit our conversation with Manxman, Nathan Harrison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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