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05/27/2026

Kansas City’s own Alex Davis joins this episode of Behind The Gate. Alex is one of those rare racers who competes in both off-road and motocross—and does both at a high level.

His racing background includes hare scrambles, sprint enduros, motocross, vintage racing, and even sprint cars along the way.

We also cover the infamous TTR230 race… iykyk.

Really good conversation about adapting between woods racing and motocross, overcoming injuries and setbacks, and staying passionate about racing no matter the discipline.

Listen May 27 after 6pm here:

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05/15/2026

This episode hits a little different and is live here:

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Jeff Crutcher is back on Behind The Gate—and this time it’s not about racing results or bikes. It’s about perspective.

Jeff opens up about his recent health battle, what he’s learned through it, and why his message now is simple:
Be kind.

We talk about life, community, slowing down enough to appreciate people, and how motocross families show up when it matters most.

One of the more honest conversations we’ve had on BTG.

05/13/2026

This episode hits a little different.

Jeff Crutcher is back on Behind The Gate—and this time it’s not about racing results or bikes. It’s about perspective.

Jeff opens up about his recent health battle, what he’s learned through it, and why his message now is simple:
Be kind.

We talk about life, community, slowing down enough to appreciate people, and how motocross families show up when it matters most.

One of the more honest conversations we’ve had on BTG.

Sometimes the best episodes aren’t just about racing. Tune in here after 6pm Wednesday May 13:

https://sites.libsyn.com/559175

04/29/2026

We’ve got Scott and Calli Gebken in the studio talking all things Mega Camp—a 3-day motocross training camp for all ages and skill levels—what it is, who it’s for, and why it’s becoming a must-hit heading into Memorial Day weekend.

We get into:• What sets Mega Camp apart• How Innovative MX Training drives real improvement• What riders can actually gain in 3 days• Why Bar 2 Bar MX is the perfect venue

Rob Imondi jumps in with his background in the sport and breaks down what he’s seeing from riders at every level—and how Mega Camp coaching translates directly to better results on race day.

Plus Fast Five with Sophia Barnes, and Gerritt Rockley flips the script with a tech tip that has nothing to do with your bike—and everything to do with your attitude.

Listen wherever you get your podcasts after 6PM, April 29 or here:

https://sites.libsyn.com/559175

04/22/2026

Roger Vanmeter is back—this time with a whole new story.

From racer… to now owner of Grain Valley Motorsports Park.

There is an open practice May 2 and 3rd leading up to their first race on May 10th - Mothers Day

We get into:
• What led to buying the track
• The reality of running it
• Challenges most riders never see
• And what he’s building for the future of the sport

Kelly Wernex from the GearUp team jumps in with a big announcement—the Midwest MX Championship Series is making its return for 2026!

Also, we have Nick Sanford providing this episode’s Tech Tip, and Roman Craven with PWR Lab joins us for Fast Five.

Listen here:

https://sites.libsyn.com/559175/behind-the-gate-episode-35-roger-vanmeter

04/15/2026

Roger Vanmeter is back—this time with a whole new story.

From racer… to now owner of Grain Valley Motorsports Park.

We get into:
• What led to buying the track
• The reality of running it
• Challenges most riders never see
• And what he’s building for the future of the sport

Kelly Wernex from the GearUp team jumps in with a big announcement—the Midwest MX Championship Series is making its return for 2026!

Also, we have Nick Sanford providing this episode’s Tech Tip, and Roman Craven with PWR Lab joins us for Fast Five.

Real talk. Real effort. Real motocross.

Listen here after 6pm April 15:

https://sites.libsyn.com/559175

04/08/2026

This one’s got a little bit of everything.

Jon-Paul Powell joins us and takes us through his full journey—racing, stepping into the promoter side of the sport, and now becoming a track owner.

We get into:
• His racing history and where it all started
• The shift from racer to promoter to track owner
• What he’s building at the track today
• And how the whole family is part of it

And that’s the best part—his daughters jump in and share what it’s like growing up at the track and chasing it themselves.

Carson Flowers is back in studio for Fast Five, talking riding, racing, and what keeps him fired up and his mom Kayla gives us this episodes Tech Tip.

This is what the sport is about—family, progression, and staying in it.

Listen to it now:

https://sites.libsyn.com/559175/behind-the-gate-episode-34-the-family-show-with-the-flowers-the-powell-families

04/01/2026

This one’s all about family—and the future of the sport.

We bring in Jon-Paul Powell and his family—a full racing family that’s now stepped into a new role as owners of Great Bend Motocross Park.

They break down:
• Their background in racing
• What led to becoming track owners
• What they’re building for riders and families this season
• And what to expect with the race coming up in just a couple weeks

And yes—the whole crew gets involved. Their four daughters jump in and share what it’s like growing up at the track and chasing it themselves.

We also have Carson Flowers and his mom Kayla in studio for our Fast Five and Tech Tip. Carson is a young racer with a great head on his shoulders, talking about riding, racing, and what keeps him motivated.

We also cover the first round of the MOVMX and Missouri State Races.

This is one of those episodes that reminds you—
motocross isn’t just about bikes… it’s about the people behind them.

Listen here after 6pm April 1st:

https://sites.libsyn.com/559175

03/23/2026

We sit down with Sarah and Joey Nielsen—a husband and wife team with deep roots in motocross and a story that’s all about passion, commitment, and the journey along the way.

Joey takes us back to his early days on a PW50 and growing up at the track… while Sarah shares her path from the moto community to becoming one of the familiar faces behind the lens, capturing the sport through her photography.

From meeting at Camp Boom Diggity to where they are today, it’s a real look at how motocross brings people together—and keeps them connected.

It’s real, it’s relatable, and it’s what this sport is all about.

Also, what’s the story behind that vintage chest protector…. Check it all out here:

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03/18/2026

Look who’s joining us for episode 33!

Sarah and Joey Nielsen share their journey through early days of riding, photography and racing until love finally won them over. Todays Powersports Power Couple have plenty of stories, catch them all here after 6pm March 18:

https://sites.libsyn.com/559175

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