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    Ep. 195: Engineering Your Own Hardship & Chasing the Tribe with Adam Wight (Pathfinder Moto)

    24/06/2026 | 2h 17 mins.
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    From redundancy to building a business in the "back arse of nowhere"—Adam Wight returns to Bru Time!
    In episode 195, Bruce sits down with return guest Adam Wight, the mastermind behind the newly launched PathfinderMoto.com (and the face of Bikes for Brains). Adam shares his story of getting made redundant and why it was the best thing to happen to his mental health in a decade.
    The guys dive deep into why modern society is getting soft, the profound mental health benefits of getting stuck in a ditch with a group of strangers, and why motorbiking inherently forces you to be vulnerable. Plus, they answer plenty of community questions covering:
    Top tips for shifting your perspective from local bike nights to major adventure tours.
    Fixing the slightly "wanky" throttle response below 3,000 revs on the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450.
    A brutal, honest assessment of Kove Moto (Kove 450 Rally and 800) and whether Chinese manufacturing is finally beating the big brands on chassis feel.
    And an essential debate on the deliciousness and crumbly texture of Spanish Manchego cheese.
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    Pathfinder Moto Perks: Check out the show notes on Patreon for exclusive free access to Adam's custom GPX routes (The Dragonal, Dumnonian Dash, Channel March, B-to-B) and a custom 15% discount code for your first booking!
    👉 Support the podcast and join the clan: patreon.com/teapotone 👉 Check out Adam's tours: pathfindermoto.com
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    SUPPORT the Podcast!
    Folks if you enjoy the Bru Time podcast and/or the TeapotOne content, then you can help support it by joining the Clan at https://www.patreon.com/TeapotOne

    Want to have YOUR question featured?
    You can submit your questions each week for the next guest either by posting them up on the episode post over on Patreon HERE, or by following on INSTAGRAM or FACEBOOK - I post up each week who the next guest is going to be, and you just post your question in the comments of that post.

    Thanks for listening folks and remember... Look after those you love, keep getting on out there whenever you can, and LIVE your life!
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    Ep. 194: The Reality of YouTube Burnout & The KTM vs. BMW Debate with Sam Vincent

    17/06/2026 | 3h 41 mins.
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    Welcome back to Bru Time! In Episode 194, Bruce sits down for a whisky-fueled marathon chat with motorcycle YouTuber Sam Vincent (@samvbikes).
    Sam & Bruce open up about the crushing reality of YouTube backlog burnout, trying out editors who threw in the towel, and why shifting content strategy may be the way ahead. 
    But it’s not all serious - the lads dive deep into the ultimate bike debates: Is the BMW GS actually better than a KTM Super Duke? Why does Ducati ownership feel like a toxic relationship? And are modern adventure bikes losing their charm to smaller CC machines?
    Plus, we answer your brilliant Patreon and Instagram questions covering everything from future classic bikes, the truth about Elvis, custom butt plugs, and the infamous "Joe Overtaking" style on a 9-horsepower monkey bike. Grab a brew (or a glass of Monkey Shoulder) and enjoy the ramble!
    Support the Podcast: Head over to patreon.com/teapotone to join the clan, get early access, and ask your questions!
    Sponsor Shoutout: Get 10% off your annual Calimoto subscription with code Teapot10, or 30 days of full premium with code Teapot30
    Support the show
    Please RATE/REVIEW this podcast
    If you've enjoyed this episode folks, please leave a review on your relevant podcast platform - it REALLY does help to promote the show and push it further up the rankings 👍

    SUPPORT the Podcast!
    Folks if you enjoy the Bru Time podcast and/or the TeapotOne content, then you can help support it by joining the Clan at https://www.patreon.com/TeapotOne

    Want to have YOUR question featured?
    You can submit your questions each week for the next guest either by posting them up on the episode post over on Patreon HERE, or by following on INSTAGRAM or FACEBOOK - I post up each week who the next guest is going to be, and you just post your question in the comments of that post.

    Thanks for listening folks and remember... Look after those you love, keep getting on out there whenever you can, and LIVE your life!
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    Bru Time podcast 193 - Beating Tiger Woods, Facing a Career Breakdown, and Sinking to £0 with Pro Golfer Warren "Trev" Bennett

    03/06/2026 | 2h 52 mins.
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    In Episode 193 of the Bru Time podcast, Bruce sits down with former European Tour professional golfer Warren "Trev" Bennett for an exceptionally grounded look at the brutal highs and lows of elite sports and life after the spotlight fades.

    Trev openly shares his memories of playing against and beating an amateur Tiger Woods, the intense financial strain of chasing success on the tour circuit, and the profound mental health impact of an anxiety-induced nervous breakdown at the 2004 Open Championship. He discusses the reality of going from international success to having zero pounds in his bank account, his ten-year technical obsession to repair his swing, and the liberating perspective of choosing a simpler, more meaningful life.

    The lads also dig into their shared love of motorcycling - discussing the current state of the global bike market, Trev’s history with the BMW R18, and Bruce's recent grueling 66-hour UK tour on a 125cc scooter. Finally, Trev highlights the lifesaving Type 1 diabetes awareness work being done by the Adam Bell Foundation.

    To explore Trev’s coaching or support his cause:
    • YouTube & Facebook: Search "Warren Bennett Golf Academy"
    youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@warrenbennettgolfacademy
    • Instagram: @adambellfoundation (The Adam Bell Foundation)
    Support the show
    Please RATE/REVIEW this podcast
    If you've enjoyed this episode folks, please leave a review on your relevant podcast platform - it REALLY does help to promote the show and push it further up the rankings 👍

    SUPPORT the Podcast!
    Folks if you enjoy the Bru Time podcast and/or the TeapotOne content, then you can help support it by joining the Clan at https://www.patreon.com/TeapotOne

    Want to have YOUR question featured?
    You can submit your questions each week for the next guest either by posting them up on the episode post over on Patreon HERE, or by following on INSTAGRAM or FACEBOOK - I post up each week who the next guest is going to be, and you just post your question in the comments of that post.

    Thanks for listening folks and remember... Look after those you love, keep getting on out there whenever you can, and LIVE your life!
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    Bru Time Podcast #192 - Dave Ashpole: Army Sniper, Firefighter, and Motocross Lifelong Passion

    27/05/2026 | 3h 8 mins.
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    This week on the Bru Time Podcast, I sit down with Dave Ashpole (@d_ash999), an operational UK Fire & Rescue worker, lifelong motocross enthusiast, and former British Army sniper.
    Dave shares his journey from leaving school with no qualifications to joining the infantry, serving on tense combat tours in Northern Ireland, and training the Afghan National Army in 2003. He opens up about the perverse sense of pride that comes with delivering tough news in uniform, the modern "corporate" shift within the emergency services, and why he chooses to view psychological resilience as "mental fitness" rather than mental health.
    We also get heavily into the bike talk - discussing the best forgiving off-road bikes for beginners, his ongoing battle with a severe ACL injury at 45, and plenty of lighthearted banter comparing the complete package of the BMW GS to the raw adrenaline of a KTM.
    In this episode we cover: 
    • Dave's background and the childhood spark that started a 2-wheel obsession. 
    • The realities of transition: Going from the "Mob" to driving lorries to entering the Fire Service. 
    • Inside the modern Fire Service: Why modern recruitment is struggling and why veterans miss the old watch culture. 
    • Listener Q&A: Beginner green laning tips, favorite UK tarmac routes (Scotland vs. Wales), and the absolute best/worst bikes currently sitting in his garage. 
    • Mental Fitness: How first responders pack away trauma and the warning signs of hitting a wall.
    Links Mentioned in the Show: 
    • Find Dave on Instagram: @d_ash999
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    Support the show
    Please RATE/REVIEW this podcast
    If you've enjoyed this episode folks, please leave a review on your relevant podcast platform - it REALLY does help to promote the show and push it further up the rankings 👍

    SUPPORT the Podcast!
    Folks if you enjoy the Bru Time podcast and/or the TeapotOne content, then you can help support it by joining the Clan at https://www.patreon.com/TeapotOne

    Want to have YOUR question featured?
    You can submit your questions each week for the next guest either by posting them up on the episode post over on Patreon HERE, or by following on INSTAGRAM or FACEBOOK - I post up each week who the next guest is going to be, and you just post your question in the comments of that post.

    Thanks for listening folks and remember... Look after those you love, keep getting on out there whenever you can, and LIVE your life!
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    Bru Time #191: An Irishman in America: Bikes, Visas, and Finding Community - the Gorilla Biker

    20/05/2026 | 1h 58 mins.
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    Welcome back to Bru Time! In Episode 191, we catch up with the YouTuber known as "The Gorilla Biker", to see what life has really been like since he packed up everything and moved from Ireland to the US back in 2022.
    We dive deep into the raw, honest truth about emigration - the initial year of absolute paperwork chaos, managing the stability of a US visa, and what happens when you leave your lifelong support network behind. Michael shares his love for the vast American landscape, from riding the Appalachian Mountains to exploring Canyonlands, and how the biking culture differs across the pond.
    We also tackle listener questions covering:
    The reality of buying vs. renting a house in Ireland and the UK compared to the US.
    Behind the scenes of running a motorcycle YouTube channel.
    Michael's dream of starting a community garage to make bike maintenance accessible.
    The ultimate burger build and a legendary hot sauce challenge story.
    Grab a brew, settle in, and listen to an honest conversation about what it means to choose more, take risks, and adapt when "sh*t happens."
    Find The Gorilla Biker:
    YouTube: @TheGorillaBiker
    Instagram: @thegorillabiker 
    Facebook: @thegorillabiker
    X: @bikergorilla
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    Support the show
    Please RATE/REVIEW this podcast
    If you've enjoyed this episode folks, please leave a review on your relevant podcast platform - it REALLY does help to promote the show and push it further up the rankings 👍

    SUPPORT the Podcast!
    Folks if you enjoy the Bru Time podcast and/or the TeapotOne content, then you can help support it by joining the Clan at https://www.patreon.com/TeapotOne

    Want to have YOUR question featured?
    You can submit your questions each week for the next guest either by posting them up on the episode post over on Patreon HERE, or by following on INSTAGRAM or FACEBOOK - I post up each week who the next guest is going to be, and you just post your question in the comments of that post.

    Thanks for listening folks and remember... Look after those you love, keep getting on out there whenever you can, and LIVE your life!
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Bru Time is a relaxed conversation podcast exploring what it really means to live your life — through honest conversations with people who chose more.Sit back, relax, and grab a brew with Bru
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