Lucy Blondel - The Resilience of the Ride

JD Hammock - Life of Adventure

Joel Donald (JD) Hammock is an accomplished motorcycle racer and business owner from Oklahoma whose life centers on endurance off-roading. He built a professional career through Brown Machinery Co. Inc., a masonry supply firm he operated for decades before its acquisition by GMS Inc. in late 2025. Beyond his commercial success, Hammock is a decorated athlete who competed in the International Six Days Enduro, earning multiple medals and even constructing a private training course known as Hammockland. His passion for riding recently culminated in a massive five-year global odyssey, during which he navigated over 100,000 miles across more than 70 countries. These documents collectively detail his professional transitions, his deep-rooted ties to the Oklahoma racing community, and his remarkable transition from local competitor to international adventurer.

Simply "HEY NOW"

Strap in and rev it up, gearheads! In this episode, we sit down with the ultimate 2-wheel maniac and free spirit, Michael “Hey-Now” Henao. From tearing through the clouds to win the 2013 Pikes Peak Superbike 750 class to tackling the legendary high banks of the Daytona 200 on a Ducati 848EVO, Michael knows what it means to live life at the absolute limit. But Michael isn't just about chasing his own adrenaline. As a gritty privateer who runs his own MotoAmerica Twins and racing efforts, he knows the hustle of trackside More importantly, he has turned his pure passion into a mission to build smarter, safer riders as a coach for the Yamaha Champions Riding School and his own ChampMini programs. We also dive deep into his adventures across the globe. Michael shares what it’s like leading epic motorcycle tours through the stunning coastal roads of Thailand. We take a fascinating detour into how the Buddhist culture of mindfulness applies directly to riding motorcycles. As you'll hear in this episode, hitting the perfect line and dragging a knee isn't just about speed; the motorcycle is actually a vehicle that forces you completely into the present moment. Follow Michael "Hey-Now" Henao: * YouTube: Check out his global tours and wild riding clips at @HeyNowMoto. * Ride with Him: Book private training at heynowmoto.com [http://heynowmoto.com] * Experience “HEY NOW”: on a journey with Thailand Moto Tours at ThailandMotoTours.com [http://ThailandMotoTours.com] * Learn from “HEY NOW”: book training with Yamaha Champions Riding School at ridelikeachampion.com [http://ridelikeachampion.com] * Ride SUPERMOTO, MINIMOTO, MOTO 3: at one of the 6 HEY-NOW MOTO events * May 3 – Grand Junction * June 14 – IMI * July 19 – IMI * August 23 – SBR * September 20 – Centennial * October 4 – Grand Junction Hit play to hear the ultimate free spirit share his journey. Thanks for listening to Two Wheels Many Blessings - Keep the rubber side down, stay adventurous, and get out there and ride!

36 Years of Motocross Memories and Adventures with Mike "Moto Mic" Brown

Mark and his best friend of over 4 decades, Mike "Moto Mic" Brown, share a lifetime of heartfelt memories and wild cross-country adventures. From their humble beginnings hauling early minibikes in family station wagons on a shoestring budget to surviving a 103-degree Loretta Lynn's qualifier and then going to Loretta Lynn's the day after Mike's wedding, the duo recounts their enduring brotherhood and deep love for motocross and motorcycles. The conversation covers their legendary Southern road trips, highlighting a moment of profound life advice during a difficult divorce, freezing golf games in Atlanta, hotel room pranks, and sharing drinks with racing legend Scott Russell. Finally, they reflect on their boldest escapades, including sneaking into the hot pits at the 2010 Daytona 200, cramming six friends into a van to catch a NASCAR race in Rockingham, and celebrating 36 years of unforgettable brotherhood on and off the track

Brett Robinson - Forging Resilience

Retired Army First Sergeant Brett Robinson shares his journey from leading paratroopers in the 82nd Airborne Division to building innovative paths for veteran reintegration. After decades in combat zones and private contracting, Brett found purpose through adrenaline-driven outlets like motorsports—and now through blacksmithing. What You’ll Hear * Brett’s 20+ year military career and post-service contracting in Afghanistan * The challenge of transitioning from combat to civilian life * “Adrenaline-Based Reintegration” and why high-intensity activities help veterans heal * The origin of Race for the Wounded and competing in events like the Baja 1000 * Inside the Texas Tornado Boot Camp with elite motorcycle and tactical training * How Forging Resilience uses blacksmithing retreats to help veterans rebuild purpose and connection Key Takeaway Healing doesn’t always happen in a clinic—sometimes it’s found in motion, adrenaline, and creating something with your hands. Links & Resources * Race for the Wounded * Texas Tornado Boot Camp * Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH), Chapter 598 Listen now to hear Brett’s story of grit, transition, and resilience.

Lucy Blondel - The Resilience of the Ride

The Resilience of the Ride: Lucy Blondel’s Journey "I can do all things through Christ." These words from Philippians 4:13 serve as the profound heartbeat behind the story we’ve explored today—the journey of Lucy Blondel.