Patched Podcast

This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks. Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PATCHED and use code PATCHED to get $25 instantly in Packs after you rip your first $5 Pack Thanks to New Mercy Moto Cigar Co. for sponsoring Patched. www.newmercymotocigars.com In this special Season 3 episode, Justin “Mooch” DeLoretto (former Mongol) revisits Outlaw Summit: Face to Face with Billy Abate (former Hells Angel) and Chris Howe (addiction counselor). Outlaw Summit is a special presentation available on AutoMoto's App which features former leaders George Christie of the Hells Angels and David "Lil' Dave" Santillan of the Mongols discussing club culture and history. Billy and Chris offer their perspective on the sitdown and what it means to have them to see this discussion take place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks. Use code PATCHED and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PATCHEDIn this episode, Jason, (former Hells Angels), and Mooch, (former Mongol), sit down with Ian Bick, a former nightclub owner who became a young entrepreneur at just 18, building a career around music venues, concerts, and party promotion. But behind the nightlife and business success was a series of decisions that led him into a web of lies, a Ponzi scheme investigation, and ultimately, a federal prison sentence. Ian opens up about the psychological side of his downfall, the consequences of his choices, and how that experience reshaped his life. Today, he’s back as an entrepreneur and a popular podcast host, with a story about ambition, accountability, and the long road to rebuilding your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://www.mengotomars.com Pre-order "Outlaw Summit: Face to Face" at discounted promotional price of $4.99 with scheduled early October release at https://automoto/nowcast.cc In this episode, Jason, (former Hells Angels), and Mooch, (former Mongol), sit down with Will Conner a former member of the Boozefighters MC whose journey through motorcycle culture was driven by one thing above all else: the search for the next challenge. He talks about what first drew him to motorcycles and the parallels he saw between the competitive world of early sports and the brotherhood and challenge of motorcycle clubs. That same drive eventually led him to jiu-jitsu, where competition and pushing his own limits became another part of his life. But for him, one challenge was never enough. After experiencing life in a smaller club, he found himself looking for something bigger—and eventually made the jump into the Boozefighters MC. He shares what club life was really like, the bonds that came with it, and the challenges of balancing the demands of the club with life at home. His story doesn't end with motorcycles. Over time, that same pursuit of growth led him down an entirely different path, becoming a chiropractor and nutritionist and turning his passion for health, discipline, and helping others into a new chapter of his life. It's a conversation about motorcycles, competition, brotherhood, family, personal growth, and what happens when you're always looking for the next challenge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Jason, (former Hells Angels), and Mooch, (former Mongol), sit down with one of their most controversial guests yet: former Utah gang detective Mike Lynes. Mike shares his journey from growing up in Southern California to a career in law enforcement, explaining what inspired him to become a police officer and eventually specialize in gang investigations. The conversation explores his work combating street gangs, drugs, graffiti, and organized criminal activity before turning to the world of outlaw motorcycle clubs. Mike discusses the creation of his widely known and often-debated newsletter documenting outlaw motorcycle clubs—a publication embraced by many in law enforcement but sharply criticized within the biker community. Together, they examine the ongoing debate over what is fact, what is perception, and where the lines between intelligence gathering and misinformation can become blurred. The discussion also tackles one of the most hotly debated topics in motorcycle culture: the difference between the terms "outlaw motorcycle club" and "biker gang," and why those words carry such different meanings depending on who's using them.This is an honest, respectful, and thought-provoking conversation that brings together two very different perspectives on a world that has long been surrounded by secrecy, controversy, and misunderstanding. Whether you agree or disagree, this episode challenges listeners to hear both sides of the story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Patched is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at https://www.betterhelp.com/Patched In this episode, Jason, (former Hells Angels), and Mooch, (former Mongol), sit down with Billy, a former Hells Angels member whose life took an unexpected turn from the outlaw biker world to a career helping others overcome addiction. He shares stories from his early days in the club, the brotherhood, the lifestyle, and the realities that came with living on the edge. The conversation takes a deeply personal turn as he recounts a pivotal moment that changed everything—the loss of a close friend and fellow member to addiction. Faced with the stark reality of where his own path was leading, realizing that if he didn't make a change, he would likely meet the same fate. He talks about the long and difficult journey of self-improvement, education, and personal growth. Today, he works as an addiction counselor, using his experiences to help others find a way out of the same struggles he once faced. This is a raw and honest conversation about addiction, loss, redemption, and the courage it takes to rebuild your life while carrying the lessons of where you've been. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Patched is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at https://www.betterhelp.com/Patched  In this episode, Jason, (former Hells Angels), and Mooch, (former Mongol), sit down with Bo, founder of Outlaw Archive, for a fascinating conversation about preserving the history of outlaw motorcycle clubs and the culture that surrounds them. Bo shares how he was first drawn to the biker world, his passion for collecting rare club memorabilia, photographs, and historical artifacts, and why documenting this unique subculture matters. The discussion explores the importance of preserving the stories, traditions, and legacy of a lifestyle that has largely existed outside the public eye. But archiving outlaw history comes with risks. Bo talks candidly about the challenges, controversies, and even death threats he has faced while collecting and documenting pieces of a world built on secrecy, loyalty, and respect. Together, the hosts and Bo discuss the fine line between preserving history and honoring the patch, and why someone has to ensure these stories aren't lost to time. A thought-provoking episode about brotherhood, legacy, respect, and the responsibility of keeping outlaw motorcycle history alive for future generations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Patched is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at https://www.betterhelp.com/Patched In this episode, Jason, (former Hells Angels), and Mooch, (former Mongol), sit down with Dale of the Hangmen MC for an incredible conversation about outlaw biker culture, loyalty, survival, and transformation. Dale shares what MC life was really like in the early 1970s—the violence, brotherhood, freedom, and dangers that came with living outside the norm. He opens up about his path through the club world while chasing an entirely different dream: becoming a pilot. From riding with the club to flying as an Alaska bush pilot and eventually becoming a commercial airline pilot, Dale’s journey is anything but ordinary. Along the way, he also became a world-record holder in .50 caliber long-range target shooting, proving his relentless drive and discipline both on and off the road. A raw and inspiring episode about identity, mental resilience, brotherhood, and finding purpose beyond the road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks. Get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup at https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PATCHED In this episode, Jason Logan (former Hells Angel) and Justin “Mooch” DeLoretto (former Mongol) sit down with Spike, a longtime member of the Hessians Motorcycle Club, to explore his life on both sides of the outlaw biker world. Spike opens up about his rough childhood in the UK, the near-fatal motorcycle crash that nearly ended his life, but not his love for riding. He touches on his journey across the Atlantic to the United States and into the Outlaw MC culture while maintaining a high profile professional career. He shares how he found belonging and brotherhood within the Hessians, and how he now focuses on passing down the traditions, respect, and values of the motorcycle club life to a new generation of riders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of PATCHED, Jason Logan (former Hells Angel) and Justin “Mooch” DeLoretto (former Mongol) sit down with former Hells Angel George Christie for an unfiltered conversation about the road that shaped his life. From his early days growing up in Southern California, to his time in the military, to the moment motorcycles became more than just a passion—they became a way of life. George shares stories from a different era of outlaw biker culture and reflects on the path that led him to become the longest-serving Hells Angel president. It’s a rare look into the history, brotherhood, and realities of living that life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of PATCHED, Jason Logan (former Hells Angel) and Justin “Mooch” DeLoretto (former Mongol) sit down with former Hells Angel George Christie, national spokesman and longest serving chapter president. The guys have an unfiltered conversation about the road that shaped George's life - from his early days growing up in Southern California, to his time in the military, to the moment motorcycles became more than just a passion—they became a way of life. George shares stories from a different era of outlaw biker culture and reflects on the path that led him to become the longest-serving Hells Angel president. It’s a rare look into the history, brotherhood, and realities of living that life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices