The Real Influencers Project

Craig "gOrk" Barette has been on the bmx scene for decades. In this episode, he shares with them the big news behind USABMX's move to Oklahoma, updates on the BMX Hall of Fame, and more. 

NASCAR Xfinity Crew Chief Chris Gayle joins me to talk about the influences that helped him become one of the best crew chiefs in auto racing, what it's like to work for Joe Gibbs, and his goals for the future. 

Todd Hicks joins me for part 2 to show more gratitude and talk about the infamous jump into the San Francisco Bay by Travis Pastrana. 

Todd Hicks has been a Team Manger to some of the most talented atheltes in the world of motocross, bmx, surfing, wake boarding, and mountain biking. In this episode he talks about how it all got started for him, some of his greatest accomplishements, and some of his greatest influences.

Salma Khalil, co-founder of the post production studio Feather Creative, joins me to talk about growing up in Egypt, moving to the states to further her education, and how her darkroom skills prepared her for digital editing. All that and more! Enjoy!

John Ker is one of the most well respected and liked photographers in the bmx and mountain biking world. He has, for decades, captured some of the best in the sport. His images are timeless and when you see one, you know he shot it. His skills are unmatched and he even gives us some photography tips in this episode.

BMX industry insider Mike Carruth has spent decades racing, documenting and helping to grow the sport. In this episode he discusses that plus the influences behind his love of bikes and media. 

Scott Avett, joins me to discuss the influences behind his love of art, music and sports. We also touch on how he stays creative when he's not on stage.

Chad found his love of bmx bikes at an early age, vowed to become a champion, and did it. Today, he took that skill set and applies it to clay shooting, another area where he intends to become a champion. In this episode he shares with me the start of his career, his time at Shimano, and what the future holds for him.

Rory Karpf is a director, producer, and amateur boxer. Rory took a leap of faith to go out on his own, and it's paid off in a big way. Producing documentaries for ESPN, NASCAR and partnering with Dana White and the MMA, he shares with me the influences behind his journey and the one man that believed in him from the start.