Chopper Prophets

When I first met Oliver, I had no idea the caliber of individual I was shaking hands with. Quiet, almost stoic, but engaged Oliver can seem at first glance like he could care less about what's going on around him. This however couldn't be further from the truth. He's a driven and observant man with conviction; A full or no throttle type guy that's not afraid to get his hands dirty to "get it done". Listen to Oliver talk about jumping in to life head first, you will not be disappointed.Web: thecutrate.comInstagram: @thecutrateStorytime with Pops: A Badge and a GunMusic: MothershipEdits/Mix: Mike TubbsExecutive Producer: Heather Tubbs

Freakoutthesquares.com was one of the first sites I would visit when I discovered this culture. Through the site, I had access to all these different blogs, builders, and companies without having to hunt down each one. They also carried 100's of items I was interested in from groups who didn't always have their own stores. One of the minds behind this great site, Mike DeFonzo, a skater, rider, and all around motorcycle enthusiast takes us along on his journey.Web: Freakoutthesquares.comStorytime with Pops: Fighting DadMusic: MothershipEdits/Mix: Mike TubbsExecutive Producer: Heather Tubbs

One night my wife called me over to check out a Panhead that she found on Pintrest. That's right, I said Pintrest. That site dedicated to making you feel like a complete underachiever in life because all the crafts and ideas are simple and amazing?! Anyway, I shuffled over and couldn't believe what I was looking at. On the screen was one of the most beautiful Panheads I'd seen in a while. We clicked around to find out who built it and where it was so we could see more pictures of it. Turns out this beautiful machine would lead me to contact one James Roper-Caldbeck, originally from England now residing in Denmark. It also turns out that James has a hell of a story. Grab a drink and snack and listen in as Jame's takes us on his journey...Web: customsfromjamesvilleMusic: MothershipEdits/Mix: Mike TubbsExecutive Producer: Heather Tubbs

"Goodness does not consist in greatness, but greatness in goodness." -AthenaeusAndy certainly brings a lot of goodness. To have had the experiences that Andy has had at such a young age and not let them go to your head or destroy you takes a certain amount of humility. Listen in as we talk life, family, and machines.Web: PangeaspeedMusic: MothershipEdits/Mix: Mike TubbsExecutive Producer: Heather Tubbs

Your browser does not support the audio element. “You must live in the present, launch yourself on every wave, find your eternity in each moment. Fools stand on their island of opportunities and look toward another land. There is no other land; there is no other life but this.” ― Henry David ThoreauFew people now days actually live in the present. Neither do they look you straight in your eyes and listen to the things you have to say, instead of thinking of what they'll say next. I think that's what makes Josh so interesting. He has a natural ability to capture moments of life on film, preserving not just a pictoral account, but something greater. Join us as we peer into Josh's life on this episode of Chopper Prophets.Web: Josh KurpiusMusic: MothershipEdits/Mix: Mike TubbsExecutive Producer: Heather Tubbs

Your browser does not support the audio element. RoadBlock 1%er grew up in Jacksonville, Florida’s Sin City neighborhood. An admitted “adrenaline junkie” in his early years, he raced on NASCAR-sanctioned tracks in Florida and Georgia with many of the great drivers from that era, including Wayne Shugart, the Ezells, Eddie MacDonald, Rance Phillips, Herb Spivey and Tiny Lund.Fast cars led to fast motorcycles, and RoadBlock joined the Outlaws Motorcycle Club in 1971. In the years to follow, he became president of several Florida chapters, then Regional Boss, living the high-speed 1970s lifestyle of sex, drugs and rock and roll.That lifestyle caught up with him and he wound up serving thirty years in federal prison, beginning in Leavenworth U.S. Penitentiary. As one Judge declared, they wanted to make an example of him to discourage others from joining motorcycle clubs. Ironically, even from a prison cell, RB became well known in the U.S. and internationally because of his ability

Your browser does not support the audio element. As season two comes to a close I see it ever so fitting that someone who has played such an integral role in bringing people together be the focus of tonight's interview. Bill Bryant is a serial entrepreneur and the co-founder of Biltwell, Chopcult, and El Diablo Run. He's a husband, father, and a Marine. He's served in Iraq and helped to bring the Southern California chopper community closer. Come sit with us as we discuss these aspects of his life in depth and discover what makes Bill tick.Web: Biltwell,Inc.IG: @BiltwellMusic: MothershipEdits/Mix: Mike TubbsExecutive Producer: Heather Tubbs

This year I grabbed my trusty iPhone and with pure enthusiasm headed to Born Free 6 for 2 days of awesome chopperin! I'm not going to lie, I was there on a mission to capture a few interviews with some folks I have been meaning to talk with.These interviews were recorded live at Born Free 6 and I think capture a tiny bit of the energies you feel while there.Music: Wo FatEdit/Mix: Mike TubbsExecutive Producer: Heather Tubbs

After the invited builder videos fade, the roar of the weekend events quiet, and the realities of riding a two wheeled deathtrap sets in, you realize that there are people out there who keep other peoples bikes on the road for them. They are the unsung heros that appear virtually out of nowhere with a tire, tube, or belt. They own a little known shop or space that puts food on the table and keeps the creditors at bay. They are guys on Tony Nguyen of LandSpeed Motorcycles in Foundtain Valley, Ca., and they rarely get credit for what they do. Tony is no stranger to the hustle of the moto world. He's a go getter who's got most of what he needs done by lunch time. He's quick on the draw and will come home with two barn finds before anyone was the wiser. Join me as I sit down with Tony and talk life and motos.Web: LandSpeed Motorcycle ShopIG: @LandSpeedMotocycleShopMusic: Wo Fat - The ConjuringHost/Producer: Mike TubbsExecutive Producer: Heather TubbsAll Music is the sole property of the respectiv

Finally had an opportunity to sit down with TJ, accomplished musician, fabricator, and designer of some great Honda Shadow chops! In a world dominated by Harley chops, it's great to hear his perspective on import bikes; advantages/disadvantages. Grab a drink, a comfy place to sit, and listen into a great interview with this talented man.IG: @tjbrutalcustomsMusic: Wo Fat - The ConjuringHost/Producer: Mike TubbsExecutive Producer: Heather TubbsAll Music is the sole property of the respective owner. ChopperProphets.com does not own any of the music used in the podcast.All interview is the sole property of ChopperProphets.com and may not be reproduced without permission. For more information write: chopperprophets@gmail.com

It's not very often that you get to sit down with a legend in the motorcycle community. Mike O'Brien has been working his ass off since the youngest age he can remember. Painter, bike builder, and shop owner located in Long Beach California. There's no glamorous showroom, no parts counter, no front of shop people sitting around waiting for the next sucker to walk in an purchase a branded piece of merchandise; Just a dozen lifts and bikes from wall to wall. Mike is one of kind. He treated me like family and welcomed me into his house/shop. He pulls no punches and what you see is what you get.Mike is fighting cancer for the second time and he's not giving up. He's a fighter. There's no gofundme, donation can, or special organization to support him, just his business. If you like what you hear and want to help out Mike, drop by the shop and purchase a part from him.Pacific Coast Cycles2430 Lewis Ave.Signal Hill, CA 90755(562) 426-1844pacificcoastcycle@yahoo.comMusic: Wo Fat - The ConjuringHost/Producer: M

What do you get when two young women who love to ride motorcycles plan a little ride to a remote location in the deserts of Southern California? A huge response from female riders all over the country and a hell of a good time! Join me as I sit down with Anya and Ashmore, the creators of Babes Ride Out (BRO) and discover what makes Ashmore tick and this pair such a dynamic duo.Web: http://www.babesrideout.comIG: @babesrideoutMusic: Wo Fat - The ConjuringHost/Producer: Mike TubbsExecutive Producer: Heather TubbsAll Music is the sole property of the respective owner. ChopperProphets.com does not own any of the music used in the podcast.All interview is the sole property of ChopperProphets.com and may not be reproduced without permission. For more information write: chopperprophets@gmail.com

A few words come to mind when I think of Keino, but one really stands out; Determined. Keino has lived a pretty incredible life not void of adventure or amazing opportunity. It takes guts to stare fear in the face, pack up everything you own, and move across the country for a single opportunity. It takes even more guts to leave your native land to pursue a dream in another. Sit down with Keino and I as we discuss life, loss, and the pursuits of a dreamer.Keino Cycles12 Van Dyke St.,Brooklyn, NY 11231Web: www.keinocycles.comIG: @KeinocyclesFB: Keino CyclesMusic: Wo Fat - The ConjuringHost/Producer: Mike TubbsExecutive Producer: Heather TubbsAll Music is the sole property of the respective owner. ChopperProphets.com does not own any of the music used in the podcast.All interview is the sole property of ChopperProphets.com and may not be reproduced without permission. For more information write: chopperprophets@gmail.com

This interview is one that couldn't have come together as it did any other way. Dave and his family had just moved to California from Minnesota and were likely still unpacking when he came down to talk choppers and life with me. Dave is such an unassuming person. He is calm, easy to talk with, and has had some great experiences in life. These things made this interview a complete pleasure and I think you'll agree that Dave is one of those people that plays his cards close to chest but when he does show his hand, you walk away a better person.Visit Dave at:Web: The Wretched HiveIG: @djp210Music: Wo Fat - The ConjuringHost/Producer: Mike TubbsExecutive Producer: Heather TubbsAll Music is the sole property of the respective owner. ChopperProphets.com does not own any of the music used in the podcast.All interview is the sole property of ChopperProphets.com and may not be reproduced without permission. For more information write: chopperprophets@gmail.com

I first met Tyler face to face at the annual Biltwell swap about a year ago. Tyler leads a pretty busy life, being a dad, traveling, riding, racing, and supporting events all around the globe. He's built a small empire with Lowbrow Customs which now supports not only himself full time but friends and family as well. Through the magic of the interwebs, we were able to sit down virtually with Tyler and talk. There's a whole lot more to this man than meets the eye. Grab a beverage or two and join us.Visit Lowbrow Customs at:Web: http://www.lowbrowcustoms.comIG: @lowbrowcustomsMusic: Wo Fat - The Conjuring Host/Producer: Mike TubbsExecutive Producer: Heather Tubbs All music and video within the Intro and Outro portion of this video are the sole property of their respective owners.All interview portions of this video are property of ChopperProphets.com and may not be duplicated without the consent of the owner. Contact: chopperprophets@gmail.com for more information.

JP has a great story. He's fallen to great depths and is now rising far above what he thought possible, but he's doing with a solid grounding; remembering where he's come from. This year (2015) he won the Showclass Magazine's People's Champ contest. Having competed against 30+ builders for a spot at the final, he not only made it to the finals, but clinched the grand prize and had his bike displayed at Born Free for all the public to see. Grab a beverage and hang out with us as we discuss life and motorcycles.Visit JP at:Web: http://www.jprodman.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/jp_rodman/Web: http://www.nikkizabicki.com/ (urban art & decor)Music: Wo Fat - The ConjuringHost/Producer: Mike TubbsExecutive Producer: Heather Tubbs All music and video within the Intro and Outro portion of this video are the sole property of their respective owners.All interview portions of this video are property of ChopperProphets.com and may not be duplicated without the consent of the owner. Contact: chopperprophets@gmail

Irish Rich is the owner of Shamrock Fabrication/Irish Rich Custom Cycles, a "no frills" custom motorcycle and fabrication shop. Rich has been involved with custom motorcycles and hot rods for over 47 years, and is a 11 year member of the Sinners, out of Southern California.Rich and his motorcycles have appeared in Street Chopper, DicE Magazine, The Horse, Easyriders, IronWorks, S&S Performance Times, Bigtwin, Show Class Magazine, Jesse James' documentary "The History Of The Chopper", One World Studios' "The Harbortown Bobber", and the Joyrides Art Co.'s book -"Joyrides-The Photography of Mark Kawakami".He also currently writes, and has written tech articles and feature stories for most of the custom motorcycle publications, and wrote an ongoing column for the first 16 issues of Greasy Kulture Magazine. Shamrock Fabrication/Irish Rich Custom Cycles is located in Broomfield, Colorado - just about half-way between Denver and Boulder.Grab your headphones, a stool, and hangout with us as we talk about life a