Off-Road Racer Podcast

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Episode 99: Cole Hardin

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, Matt Martelli sits down with Cole Hardin, fresh off his overall win at the Vegas to Reno. Cole talks about what it takes to

Sep 3
1 h 20 min

Episode 98: Chris Forsberg

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, Matt Martelli sits down with Chris Forsberg, three time Formula Drift champion, Nissan driver, and one of the most recogniz

Jul 9
2 h 13 min

Episode 97: Justin "Bean" Smith

n this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, Matt Martelli sits down with Justin Bean Smith, one of the most versatile drivers in off road racing today. Whether it's Tro

Jun 25
1 h 18 min

Episode 96: Steve Barlow

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, Matt Martelli sits down with Steve Barlow, an influential figure in off road racing and a key player in the growth of short

Jun 11
1 h 11 min

Episode 95: Andy McMillin

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, Matt Martelli sits down with Andy McMillin, one of the most accomplished drivers of the modern desert racing era. Coming fr

May 28
1 h 53 min

Episode 94: Corbin Leaverton

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, Matt Martelli sits down with Corbin Leaverton, one of the younger drivers making his way through the off road world and bui

May 14
1 h 07 min

Episode 93: Steve Olliges

This week on the Off-Road Racer Podcast, we sit down with Steve Olliges—longtime racer, Ford off-road program staple, and someone who’s been around the sport through mult

Apr 30
55 min

Episode 92: Josh Daniel

This week on the Off-Road Racer Podcast, we sit down with Josh Daniel—one of the guys who’s built a reputation on being able to get in just about anything and be competit

Apr 16
1 h 33 min

Episode 91: Jamie Campbell

Matt Martelli sits down with Jamie Campbell—fabricator, racer, and the guy behind Raceco USA. From coming up in the Penhall shop days to building dozens of Class 1 cars,

Apr 2
1 h 28 min

Episode 90: Bryan Folks

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, Matt Martelli sits down with Bryan Folks, one of the most influential figures behind the scenes in modern off-road racing.

Jan 29
1 h 32 min

Episode 89: Justin Von Metal

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, Matt Martelli sits down with Justin Von Metal — racer, builder, and one of the most outspoken minds in modern UTV racing. F

Dec 18 2025
1 h 08 min

Episode 88: Jim Beaver

In this episode, Jim Beaver sits down with Matt Martelli for a deep dive into one of the most unconventional careers in modern motorsports. From growing up in Parker surr

Dec 4 2025
1 h 25 min

Episode 87: Kevin McGillivray

This week on the Off-Road Racer Podcast, we sit down with one of the true originals of our sport: Kevin McGillivray. Kevin might not be the loudest guy in the room or the

Nov 20 2025
1 h 37 min

Episode 86: Rick Geiser

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, Matt Martelli sits down with one of the most influential builders in off-road racing history — Rick Geiser, co-founder of G

Nov 6 2025
1 h 36 min

Episode 85: Kyle Jergensen

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, Matt Martelli sits down with one of the fastest drivers in desert racing — Kyle Jergensen. From humble beginnings wrenching

Oct 9 2025
1 h 13 min

Episode 84: Chris Blais

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, Matt Martelli sits down with Chris Blais, one of the most accomplished motorcycle racers to come out of the desert. Before

Sep 25 2025
1 h 10 min

Episode 83: Jason Coleman

Before Jason Coleman was behind the wheel, he was 'the shop kid' at Terrible Herbst — sweeping floors, cleaning CVs, and learning the sport from the ground up. This is a

Sep 11 2025
1 h 07 min

Episode 82: Mike 'Otto' Deutsch

This week we sit down with Mike “Otto” Deutsch, co-founder of Biltwell, a brand that has become a cornerstone of motorcycle culture. These days, Otto is best known for he

Aug 28 2025
1 h 18 min

Episode 81: Dan Roush

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, we sit down with Dan Roush — a racer with a story unlike any we’ve heard before. Dan isn’t a household name in the off-road

Aug 14 2025
1 h 28 min

Episode 80: David Clay

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with David Clay, founder of RacingTrax, the GPS tracking and timing system used by UNLTD and many other off-road

Jul 31 2025
2 h 08 min

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What listeners say

A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.

From Neal Mason’s legendary tales to the latest race recaps, the 'Off-Road Racer Podcast' keeps me hooked. Matt’s interviewing style is both engaging and informative, making each episode a learning experience. It’s refreshing to find a podcast that covers the spectrum of off-road racing with such passion and depth!

CamJohn77 · May 2024

If you're into the mechanics and thrill of off-road racing, this podcast is your Holy Grail. The deep dives into vehicle tech and racer strategies are top-notch. Plus, the personal anecdotes from legends like Neal Mason add a human touch that’s often missing in sports podcasts. Highly recommended!

Clarencelovesoffroad · May 2024

The "Off-Road Racer Podcast" is a thrilling deep dive into the gritty, exhilarating world of off-road racing. Hosted by Matt Martelli, this series brings the off-road racing community closer to its fans by featuring intimate, engaging conversations with the sport's top athletes, pioneering vehicle builders, and legendary figures. Each episode is a masterclass in storytelling, with Martelli skillfully guiding the discussions to uncover the profound passion, intense challenges, and innovative spirit within the off-road racing scene. Notable episodes include a sit-down with Jerry Zaiden, co-founder of Camburg Engineering, where they delve into the intricacies of off-road suspension systems, and a captivating session with Ryan Thomas of the Polaris Factory Race Team, revealing the competitive edge required at the highest levels of racing. The podcast doesn't just stop at profiling prominent personalities; it also provides a voice to the unsung heroes of the sport, such as the episode with Bob Bower, an ORMHOF Inductee, whose stories of the evolution of off-road culture from the ground up are both educational and deeply inspiring. Listeners will appreciate the well-rounded approach of the podcast, which equally highlights the technical aspects of racing and the personal journeys of racers. Whether discussing the technical complexities of race vehicles or the strategic nuances of race day preparation, the podcast offers something for every off-road enthusiast. In essence, the "Off-Road Racer Podcast" is a compelling collection of tales from the dirt tracks that will engage casual listeners and die-hard fans alike, offering insights that are as broad-ranging as they are deeply personal.

Josh Account · May 2024

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