Wide Open Radio

Join our host, Courtney Lambert as she talks with Krystal Hess - Founder of Motorcycle Missions. This non-profit uses motorcycles as a form of therapy to help Veterans and First Responders in your community who live with PTSD.  Learn more about Krystal’s background and what led her to starting this amazing organization by tuning in to the live episode Monday March 5 at 3:30p Eastern, or listen to the recorded episode at your convenience - at any time; from any place or device! Check out the Wide Open Radio Facebook page for the official episode event page and all the details you’ll need to listen

Join us for an exclusive interview with one of Wide Open Radio's most talked-about guests, Matt Hotch. He is the builder that many builders look up to for many reasons including his attention to detail and clean designs. When Wide Open Radio featured guests are asked who they would like to do a build-off against, the most popular answer over 6 years has been Matt Hotch. FINALLY we are bringing Matt on Wide Open Radio to discuss how he started out, who inspires him and what he has planned for the future of Matt Hotch Designs.  Don't miss this much-anticipated episode of Wide Open Radio!    

Many people are very concerned about the current condition of Daytona after category 4 Hurricane Matthew ripped through the city just last Friday. Kate Holcomb and Shawn Abbatessa from the Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau join us on this short Emergency Briefing episode of Wide Open Radio to go over the current conditions of roads, power outages, hotels, vendors and events.          

Sturgis 2016 Recap - Part 1 - Ride To The 76th featuring Kory Souza & James Patience  James Patience of Ground Zero Customs and Kory Souza of Kory Souza Originals join our host, Courtney Lambert for a night of recapping the Ride To The 76th. For those of you who followed along via social media, this was the ride of a lifetime - 8 days and 7 nights of memories that will never be forgotten and strangers who became friends and ultimately left as family. We cannot wait to share with you the experiences we had during this week leading up to Sturgis!  More details to come. Join us Thursday night at 7pm Eastern for the LIVE version of the show!    

Host, Courtney Lambert, and Flash from Bikers Against Bullies are excited to tell listeners all about the Ride To The 76th coming up in a few short days. Top builders and industry professionals are meeting up in Missouri and traveling for 7 days of scenic riding, fundraising and good times. Their final destination is the 76th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally where the party will continue for another 9 days. On this episode, listeners will learn how to meet up and join the ride or follow along online. Courtney will also give some hints about upcoming episodes and featured guests in Season 7 and give a recap of the Roar On The Shore rally she attended in Erie, PA July 13-16.

New Episode of Wide Open Radio - LIVE - Brought To You By RAedge Custom Motorcycle Paint Shop This Wednesday night (May 25) at 8pm Eastern, 7pm Central, 6pm Mountain, 5pm Pacific.   This week's Featured Guest is Art Steele of All Star Baggers in Dallas Texas. Courtney will talk with Art about his company, the services and products they provide and all the latest greatest things coming out of their shop. Get to know Art better by listening to him talk about his background and the conception of All Star Baggers. Listeners will also hear about the rest of the All Star crew and their shop - which was featured in one of our recent Facebook Live videos. We'll discuss details about products and services available from All Star Baggers & where and how listeners can purchase these for their own custom builds. We'll even answer questions from live callers and Facebook messages! Want to know what makes All Star Baggers stand out from other builders or shops in the industry? Tune in to find out!      

Host Courtney Lambert talks with Aaron Glenn of Glenndyne Design about his intregal role in the custom motorcycle industry. Glenndyne's designs and quality have earned their reputation amongst top builders in the industry. Their style is undeniable and recognized around the world. Aaron will tell listeners about his background and what led him to the motorcycle industry. He and Courtney will also talk about the products they offer and what we can look forward to from Glenndyne Design.

  New Episode of Wide Open Radio - LIVE - This Monday night (April 18) at 8pm Eastern, 7pm Central, 6pm Mountain, 5pm Pacific. This week's Featured Guest is Jim Nasi? of JIM NASI CUSTOMS, INC.? in Phoenix. Courtney will talk with Jim about his company, the services and products they provide and all the latest greatest things coming out of their shop.  Jim will give listeners an insider's perspective of the custom motorcycle industry. We'll also talk with Jim about tips he may be able to give some of the younger industry professionals looking to stand the test of time. Tune in to hear details about Jim Nasi Customs' newest builds, their entire product line, where and how listeners can purchase Nasi products for their own custom builds and we'll even answer questions from live callers and Facebook messages.  

Join host Courtney Lambert on this episode of Wide Open Radio as she talks with Featured Guest: Chris Moos of Misfit Industries. Listeners can hear all about the growth of Misfit and their rise to the top of the custom motorcycle industry over the past few years. Courtney will also discuss with Chris newly released Misfit projects for Geico Motorcycle and their newest manufactured products used on those builds. Chris will give listeners the inside scoop on what goes on behind the scenes at Misfit and go through the process of how new parts are developed. Listeners will also learn more about Chris and his metal fab skills and his love for hot rods. Tune in for an exclusive look at an industry leader!

Fundraising Event/Ride  - Monday March 7 - Daytona Bike Week

On this episode of Wide Open Radio, host Courtney Lambert talks with Tim McNamer of Ballistic Cycles in Wisconsin. Ballistic is known for innovative designs that push the limits in the custom motorcycle industry. Their builds are easily identifyable and rememberable. Who doesn't remember the 30" hubless bagger? Courtney and Tim will talk about how Tim and his brother Michael got started in the motorcycle industry, what's currently going on at their shop and what we can look forward to in the future from Ballistic. Also, listeners will hear about current events in the motorcycle world including the upcoming V-Twin Expo in Cincinnati, Ohio.

On this episode of Wide Open Radio, host Courtney Lambert talks with Bobby Seeger Jr. of Indian Larry Motorcycles in Brooklyn, New York. Find out how Bobby and his crew are carrying on Larry's legacy in their brand new shop and hear about their latest projects and the future of the company. Also, learn about the results of the Kansas City Baddest Bagger show and other current events in the custom motorcycle industry.

On this episode of Wide Open Radio, host Courtney Lambert talks with Brian Klock of Klock Werks in Mitchell, South Dakota. Klock Werks has graced the pages of pretty much every motorcycle magazine on stands and you've surely handled his products at some point. From their full line of parts - including the infamous Flare Windshield, to custom motorcycles to salt flat racing - the Klock Werks Krew is well respected and earning a lot of notoriety. Courtney will ask Brian about his start in the motorcycle industry, the moves he made to get where he is now, his involvement with the Hamsters, and where he sees himself, his business and his family in 5 years. Listeners will also hear about upcoming Featured Guests who make up January's killer line-up. Don't miss out! Listen live Thursday January 14, 2016 at 7pm Eastern, or tune in to the podcast anytime after the live broadcast via wideopenradioshow.com

Update Segment: BWBPBR Fundraiser for Kaylee Schneider

On this episode of Wide Open Radio, Dave and Courtney talk with Featured Guest Jeff Zielinski of NAMZ Custom Cycle Products in Philadelphia, PA. If you ask custom builders what their least favorite part of building a bike is - 9 out of 10 usually say they hate wiring. Jeff's company, NAMZ, is the place to call when you need connectors, wiring and installation accessories for your motorcycle. They have it all! Courtney and Dave will talk with Jeff about how he got started and what drew him specifically to the electrical corner of the market. We'll discuss the day to day operation of his business and take questions from listeners - so guys, this is your chance to talk directly with an expert in motorcycle wiring. Listeners will get to know more about the personal side of Jeff Zielinski and the future of NAMZ on this episode of Wide Open Radio.

On this episode of Wide Open Radio, hosts Courtney Lambert and Dave Withrow talk with Donnie Smith of Donnie Smith Custom Cycles in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Donnie is a legend in the custom motorcycle industry and is actively keeping the sport alive in many ways. He is a founding member of the Hamsters, an organization of the most elite and who's-who in the motorcycle world. He is also the man behind the 29 years strong, world-famous "Donnie Smith Bike Show" held every April in Minneapolis. During this episode, listeners will hear about how Donnie got started in the motorcycle field, how he started his show and how he has remained successful over all these years. Courtney and Dave are sure to show you a side of Donnie Smith you've never seen before. Don't miss this show!

On this episode of Wide Open Radio, Courtney and Dave discuss Urban Bagger Magazine - what you find on the pages, what the look for when shooting feature bikes, who advertises with them, and the general concept behind the magazine. The hosts will take calls from guests and encourage listeners to chime in with suggestions regarding what they would like to see in the upcoming issues of the magazine. Courtney and Dave will also talk about future plans for Wide Open Radio. 

New episode of Wide Open Radio airs Thursday Nov. 19 at 7:00pm Eastern, featuring hosts Courtney Lambert and Dave Withrow and Featured Guest: Coby Klein of Speed By Design. Listeners will get to know Coby and his company better as he tells about his background, how he got into the custom motorcycle parts business, his newest products, and what he has planned for the future of Speed By Design.  Courtney will tell listeners about The Great Teddy Bear Run that happened last weekend in Sarasota Florida. Dave will talk about what can be found in the newest issues of American Bagger Magazine and Urban Bagger Magazine. As always, we invite you to join our group page:  Wide Open Radio - Custom Motorcycle Talk Radio on Facebook for photos and videos from both of these shows/events, and check out the blog section of our website: www.wideopenradioshow.com/blog/ . 

On this episode of Wide Open Radio, Courtney and Dave will recap SEMA and Lone Star Rally. Also they will take live calls from listeners who have questions about anything from big wheel upgrades to how to get a bike featured in American Bagger or Urban Bagger magazines. Join our group page:  Wide Open Radio - Custom Motorcycle Talk Radio on Facebook for photos and videos from both of these shows/events. As always, the hosts will also discuss what readers can find in the latest issues of American Bagger Magazine and Urban Bagger Magazine. Listeners can call in to the live show with questions for Courtney and Dave by dialing (323) 870-4604 or go to our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/wideopenradio and send your questions to us in a message or comment.  

New episode of Wide Open Radio airs Thursday Nov. 05 at 11:00pm Central, featuring hosts Courtney Lambert and Dave Withrow and guests Doug McGoon of MAD Wheels in Orange, California. Doug and MAD Wheels have come up in conversation during numerous episodes of Wide Open Radio over the past few months so we thought it was about time to bring them on for their own episode. Listeners will hear about Doug's background, how he got started, who are his influencers and what his plans are for the future of MAD Wheels. Dave and Doug will be joining us LIVE from SEMA in Las Vegas. Courtney will catch everyone up on what is going on in Galveston, Texas for Lone Star Rally and Baddest Bagger- Galveston on the Seawall this weekend. Also, Dave will tell listeners about his adventures on the High Seas Rally cruise in the Caribbean last week.  Join our group page:  Wide Open Radio - Custom Motorcycle Talk Radio on Facebook for photos and videos from both of these shows/events. As always, the hosts will also discuss what reade