From motocross tracks at the age of five to the roaring straights of the Isle of Man TT, today’s guest has lived and breathed motorcycle racing from the very start.

Jamie Cringle's journey is one of raw talent, relentless determination, and true Manx grit.

A double ARA Supersport Champion, lap record holder at Jurby, and a rising star on the Mountain Course — he’s gone from local hero to TT contender riding with AGR Motorsport and Parker Transport Racing and all while helping shape the next generation of riders through the Andreas Racing Association, alongside his brother Ryan.

Jamie truly embodies the spirit of road racing on the Isle of Man and you can follow his progress on his Facebook page here.

Today, we’re chatting to Jack Hunter – a true Isle of Man racer with a serious passion for the sport.

Jack currently races in the CB500 class with Andreas Racing Association, a brilliant entry-level category that he helped to introduce to the club.

He made his Manx Grand Prix debut in 2014, placing 6th in the Newcomers B race and lapping over 105 mph in the Supertwin class.

Jack then took on the TT in 2015 and 2016, plus the Classic TT, where he cracked the top 20.

In 2017, Jack survived a serious road accident thanks to the quick response of the Air Ambulance crew and after missing that year’s TT, he came back strong to race again in 2018 and 2019.

He’s also seen success at the Southern 100, Oliver’s Mount, and the Pre-TT Classic.

And it's fair to say that racing runs in the family.... his dad, Jim, is a TT Travelling Marshal and former MGP winner, his brother Juan also races and his uncle is former TT podium finisher John Barton who now works with Milky Quayle on guiding the next generation of newcomers.

Off the track, Jack works for Swagelok and, in 2023, he and his wife Charlotte welcomed their daughter Emilia.

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If you would like to be part of the podcast, get in touch with Beth, by emailing bethespey@manxradio.com

A Manx Grand Prix newcomer takes centre stage in today’s episode.

Meet Finn Chapman—a rising star in road racing with an unforgettable nickname (trust us, you won’t forget it).

His rapid ascent through the ranks has been nothing short of incredible, fuelled by a background in mountain biking and an unstoppable obsession with anything that has a motor.

As he prepares to take on the legendary Glencrutchery start line for the first time, we dive into his journey, his mindset, and just how crucial it is for newcomers to learn from those who have conquered the course before him.

Want to follow Finn’s journey? Find him on Instagram—just search @finncrazychicken (see, we told you!)—or check out his Facebook page here.

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Joining us for this episode is Stephen Walsh—a passionate racer who made his Manx Grand Prix debut in 2023.

Stephen’s love for bikes began at an early age, and since this podcast is all about diving into the minds of those who live to race, he’s the perfect guest.

But what makes his journey even more fascinating is his unique day job, which adds another layer to his racing story.

In this insightful conversation, Stephen shares the highs and challenges of the sport he loves, reflecting on the friendships, support, and determination that fuel his passion for racing.

This is one you won’t want to miss - and you can find Stephen's Facebook page here.

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Today’s guest is Harry Payne, a racer with speed in his veins.

Coming from a true racing family, Harry moved to the Isle of Man in 2016 to chase his dream on the legendary Mountain Course.

He started as a sidecar passenger, teaming up with icons like Dave Molyneux, before making the switch to the driver’s seat—a move that proved to be a game-changer.

Harry’s journey has been nothing short of incredible and in 2024, alongside Kevin Rousseau, he clinched the FIM Sidecar World Championship in a nail-biting season finale.

Now, as he gears up to defend that title in 2025, we get the inside story on the highs, the challenges, and the passion that drives him forward.

Want get a glimpse of what it's like to ride on Harry's outfit?

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And if you would like to contact Harry or follow his progress you find his Facebook page here or email him at harrypayne45@gmail.com

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If you follow the Isle of Man racing scene, you will already know the name of the guest in this episode.

Michael Evans is one of the top solo riders on the Island, right up there with the best.

He burst onto the road racing scene in 2016 with a record-breaking debut at the Manx Grand Prix, and he’s been unstoppable ever since.

Since stepping up to the TT, he’s been climbing the ranks—hitting a personal best of 128.232mph in 2024 and locking in impressive top-10 finishes.

But he’s not just a TT warrior, Michael has also made his mark at the NW200 and Macau too - and now, 2025 is shaping up to be his biggest season yet with Dafabet Racing

And not just on the track - we'll also hear about his new business Aspire Maintenace IOM

You can follow Michael's racing here and if he had to swap places with any other TT rider in history for a lap - who do you think it would be? You'll find out!

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In this episode we talk bikes, snooker and cats - not necessarily in that order.

Our Journey to a Dream guest is true motorsport maestro Darryl Hill.

Darryl wears many hats in the world of motorsport – he’s the Clerk of the Course for the Andreas Racing Association, a Deputy Sector Marshal on the Mountain Course for the TT and MGP and a key figure in UK motorcycle racing with clubs like Wirral 100.

Impressively, he became one of the youngest Deputy Sector Marshals at just 18, having started marshaling at 16.

But Darryl isn’t just about bikes and flags – he’s also one of the best snooker players the Isle of Man has ever seen, recently nominated alongside Dollin Mercer for the Sports Team of the Year award at the IOM Sports Awards.

Oh, and did we mention he manages the Mann Cat Sanctuary? Talk about multitasking!

Take a look at this video showing you behind the scenes at Jurby.

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If you would like to contact the Andreas Racing Association - you can find them here.

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There's an international flavour to this episode, as we talk to French rider Lancelot Unissart.

He tells us that the love of bikes runs in the family, how his wish to race on the Isle of Man was made at a very early age and shares some really exciting news for 2025....

We also hear a little about the support he gives to other French racers who want to come to the Island, and why that's so important to him.

You can follow Lancelot's racing here

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