Momentum: A Motorsports Podcast
Stories and strategies that keep the world of motorsports moving forward with host Heather Wilson Schiltz of High Gear Success | Weekly episodes drop on Thursday | Interviews with riders/drivers, motorsports event organizers, industry professionals and beyond.
Episodes
16 episodes
Ep 15: The Grind, the Glory, and the Goodbye - Chad Wienen, 8X AMA Pro ATV Motocross Champion
After a 22-year of professional career in ATV motocross, Chad Wienen officially closed out his racing career in 2025 with eight AMA Pro ATV Motocross National Championships, 67 career wins, and six appearances representing Team USA at the FIM Q...
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Episode 15
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35:41
Ep 14: Salt, Speed & Strategy – Delvene Reber, Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials Promoter
From racing a ’32 Ford Roadster in Australia to operating one of the most legendary events in motorcycling, Delvene Reber has spent over two decades shaping the Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials. In this episode, host Heather Wilson Schiltz si...
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Episode 14
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36:30
Ep 13: How Riders Raised $70M+ to Fight Childhood Brain Cancer – Alissa Karas, Director of Peer-to-Peer Fundraising at the PBTF
From grassroots motorcycle rides to nationwide corporate partnerships, Ride for Kids has been making a charitable impact for over 40 years. In this episode, host Heather Wilson Schiltz sits down with Alissa Karas, Director of Peer-to-Peer Fundr...
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Episode 13
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27:57
Ep 12: A Creative, Relentless and Wild Lifestyle Brand that Built a Loyal Community – Kelsey McNeil, Strictly Wild Owner
What started as a small Etsy shop making custom moto tees has transformed into a standout lifestyle brand in the motorsports world. In this episode, host Heather Wilson Schiltz sits down with Kelsey McNeil, owner and founder of Strictly Wild, t...
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Episode 12
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30:39
Ep 11: You're Not Late. Just Start & Live Fiercely – Annick Magac, FÉROCE Podcast Host
From track days at Loudon Speedway to solo moto adventures, Annick Magac has built a brand and podcast that showcases her approach to living fiercely. In this episode, host Heather Wilson Schiltz chats with Annick about launching FÉROCE Pod...
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Episode 11
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34:36
EP10: Long Rides, Entrepreneurial Grit & the Wild Ass Innovation Riders Swear By - Craig Johnson, Wild Ass Motorcycle Seats Co-Founder & PodcASSt Host
As co-founder/owner of Wild Ass Motorcycle Seats, host of the Wild Ass PodcASSt, and self-described “guy who did a long-distance ride,” Craig Johnson joins host Heather Wilson Schiltz to talk about building a recognizable brand and what the Hok...
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Episode 10
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39:25
EP9: How a Grassroots Meet-Up Built a Riding Community - Drew Faulkner, Red River Scramble Organizer & Moto Adventurer Unscripted Podcast Host
When Drew Faulkner first picked up motorcycling after his military service, he didn’t imagine it would lead to organizing a grassroots adventure and dual sport rally. As the creator of Red River Scramble and host of the Moto Adventurer Unscript...
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Episode 9
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37:18
EP8: Building Supercross (What Fans Don't See) - Bill Heras, AMA Supercross Director of Operations
When fans walk into a stadium for Monster Energy AMA Supercross, they see the dirt, the lights, and the action. But what does it take to make that show happen? Bill Heras, Director of Operations for AMA Supercross, promoted by Feld Entertainmen...
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Episode 8
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37:58
EP7: Asking the Right Questions - Haley Shanley, Motorsports Commentator, Reporter and Host
From holding a CBS mic for the first time at a Snocross race to interviewing legends like Chad Reed and other Supercross stars, Haley Shanley’s journey is proof that persistence, preparation and passion can open some pretty epic doors. A lifelo...
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Episode 7
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40:34
EP6: Clutches, Championships & Calibration - David Gay, Polaris Senior ORV Development Technician
David Gay, Senior ORV Development Technician at Polaris and 2024 Champ Off-Road Pro-Am Side-by-Side Champion, joins host Heather Wilson Schiltz for a conversation on racing multiple disciplines, working in a technical field, and having a winnin...
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Episode 6
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35:22
EP5: Disrupting the Industry - Bob Weber, 6D Helmets Co-Founder & CEO
Bob Weber, Co-Founder and CEO of 6D Helmets, joins host Heather Wilson Schiltz for a deep dive into motorcycle rider safety, education and helmet innovation. Bob shares his insights on what makes a safer helmet and why rotational energy managem...
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Episode 5
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40:23
EP4: Powering Outdoor Lifestyles - Scott Newby, Yamaha ATV & SxS Communications Manager
Scott Newby, Communications Manager for Yamaha’s ATV and Side-by-Side division, joins host Heather Wilson Schiltz to talk about what it takes to authentically share a brand’s story on a farm, in the field, or on the trail. From the “Realize You...
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Episode 4
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31:49
EP3: Growing Flat Track Racing - Cory Texter, Event Promoter & Tank Slappin' Podcast Host
From national championships to building better race programs, Cory Texter is shaping the future of flat track. In this episode, host Heather Wilson Schiltz chats with the two-time American Flat Track Production Twins Champion, race promot...
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Episode 3
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41:38
EP2: Banshees, Baja Racing & Building a Powersports Career - Jeff Henson, Dirt Wheels Magazine Editor
From dirtbikes to Banshees to Baja, Jeff Henson has lived the evolution of the powersports world. In this episode, host Heather Wilson Schiltz chats with the Dirt Wheels Magazine editor about his wild first race, where ATVs and UTVs fi...
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30:42
EP1: From Racer to Team Manager - Corey MacDonald, AmPro Yamaha Team Manager
Corey MacDonald, longtime mechanic and now team manager at AmPro Yamaha, joins host Heather Wilson Schiltz to talk about life behind the scenes of one of off-road racing’s most established teams. Owned by AMA Hall of Famer Randy Hawkins, the te...
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Episode 1
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41:21