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“Being There: Stories from the Road Where We Keep the Rubber Side Down”

Podcast von John McCalmont

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Kultur & Freizeit

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There’s a difference between passing through… and truly being there.Being There is a collection of true motorcycle journeys written by my father — stories of open highways, small towns, long miles, unexpected detours, and the kind of moments you only find when you slow down enough to notice them.My father passed away many years ago.But through these writings, his voice still rides.In each episode, I read one of his stories from the road — just as he wrote it — and then I share a personal reflection at the end. What it means to me now. What I hear differently as a son. What time and miles have taught me since he first put those words on paper.These aren’t just ride logs.They’re lessons in presence. In freedom. In risk. In faith. In keeping the rubber side down — on the bike and in life.Ride safe. Be present.And keep the rubber side down.

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What Do You Think About This?

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2599407/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Being There, I read “What Do You Think About This?”, written by my father, Gene McCalmont, in 2004. Set in the old rail yard of Chama, New Mexico, the story follows a brief but unforgettable conversation between the author and an aging railroad worker named Eloy. As steam engines roll into the station and tourists gather with cameras, Eloy reflects on work, age, usefulness, and the changing world around him. What unfolds is more than a story about railroads. It’s about identity — and the realization that a person’s value cannot be measured only by what they do for a living. Quiet, thoughtful, and deeply human, this is one of the more reflective episodes of Being There. 🎧 Listen now on Buzzsprout or wherever you get your podcasts.

25. Mai 2026 - 9 min
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Jalapeno Jelly

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2599407/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Being There, I read “Jalapeño Jelly,” a deeply reflective piece written by my father, Gene McCalmont, during a particularly difficult season in 2003. Set against a cold motorcycle ride through East Texas, this story weaves together moments of loss, grief, family, and quiet resilience. It moves through the passing of loved ones, unexpected tragedy, and the emotional weight of a year that tested everything—while still holding onto glimpses of joy. What emerges is a simple but lasting perspective: life is a balance. The sweetness and the heat. The joy and the pain. Much like the taste of jalapeño jelly itself. This is one of his more personal writings—and one that continues to resonate in a very real way. If you’ve ever gone through a season where everything seemed heavy, but still found small moments that carried you forward, this one will likely stay with you.

4. Mai 2026 - 10 min
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