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Motorsport Podcasts
Motorsport:
THE STARTLINE PODCAST WITH BETH ESPEY:
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Startline Ep 37 - Ray Goodwin and Sam Naughton: The Sponsor and the sponsored
Behind every rider chasing a dream around the Mountain Course on the Isle of Man, there’s a story that goes far beyond the bike. In this episode of Startline, we explore the vital role of sponsorship in motorcycle racing and the people who make it all possible. Ray Goodwin joins us as a passionate supporter of Manx riders, committed to helping local talent reach the start line and take their next step in the sport. Alongside him is Sam Naughton, who was sponsored by Ray last year and who offers a rider’s perspective on what that backing, (which isn't just about finance, it might also mean helping with some DIY projects) truly means in practice. Together, they share insights into the realities of racing on the Isle of Man - the challenges, the costs, and the community that underpins it all. We also explore how local businesses and individuals can get involved, and why this support is so crucial to the future of road racing on the Island. You can find out more about the sponsorship opportunities for businesses on the 3Legs Motorsport website and follow them on Facebook too. You can follow Sam's racing page on Facebook here and find Sam on Instagram here. The Startline podcast is brought to you in partnership with the Manx Motorcycle Club, the Promoter and Rights holder for the Manx Grand Prix. Startline is on Facebook and Instagram, so please give the pages a follow and keep up to date with the latest episodes and see some extra content. And if you'd like to be part of the podcast, you can email beth@startline.im
JOURNEY TO A DREAM WITH BETH ESPEY:
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The Biker Mums - Catriona McIntosh Thomson & Jayne Simpson
Not every journey to a dream starts on the Mountain Course - and not every hero in the paddock wears leathers.In this episode of Journey to a Dream, the spotlight shifts to two important people behind the scenes: the biker mums.Catriona McIntosh Thomson and Jayne Simpson are known around the paddock as the mums of Grant Thomson and Marcus Simpson, but their role in road racing goes far beyond that.They talk openly with Beth about what it’s like when your child chooses road racing, the nerves that never quite go away, the early mornings, the overflowing trophy cabinets and the unwavering support it takes to help someone else chase a dream.Honest, funny, and relatable, this episode is a reminder that while riders take to the course alone, they never get there on their own.You can listen back to the previous JTAD podcasts with Grant here and with Marcus here, and they both also took part in the first ever Journey to a Dream Live from the Queen's.It would great if you could follow the riders on social media - your support makes such a difference. Grant is on Facebook and Instagram and you can find Marcus on Facebook and Instagram too. You can find details about their supporters clubs here too.And if you'd like to get in touch with Beth, you can email bethespey@manxradio.com
ATTENTION PADDOCK:
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TT Archive: 2000 Ultra-Lightweight TT - Full Commentary
Full commentary from the 2000 Ultra-Lightweight TT. With two victories already secured at TT 2000, Joey Dunlop achieved a hat-trick of wins in the 2000 Ultra-Lightweight TT taking his 26th, and final, win on the Mountain Course.
SOUTHERN 100 RACING:
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Southern 100 - Sidecar Championship Race - Thursday 10th July 2025
Full commentary of the Daryl Blake Construction Sidecar Championship Race over eight laps.Tim Glover, Rob Pritchard and Chris Kinley describe the action.

