#WeRideWhyRadio is a bi-weekly audio magazine hosted by Greg Roth & David ”The Rocket” Richter. #WeRideWhy? There are many answers to that question many ride for a myriad of reasons. Of course, cycling is a lifestyle as well. The aesthetic is as important as the functionality when it comes to bikes, kits, styles whatever. Music and art are part of our culture, because cycling is an art-form. Bikes are pieces of art. Like every human being, every bike no matter how old or what style is beautiful and magnificent. Cycling has altered our lives in a positive way and continues to. Greg and David bring what they have learned from their life‘s journey‘s into other areas and share the experience with others. This inspires people to take action whatever that action is, to new possibilities and ways of being…living our live to the fullest and having communities’ function. Greg and David will chat with interesting guests from the music, art, cycling and athletic world to delve into the intricate and interesting perspectives on training, living, overcoming obstacles, fulfilling on commitments and having success (in whatever way you define it) in life. We look forward to riding with you on this journey and thank you for listening! ABOUT THE HOSTS… Greg Roth (Host / Producer and Engineer) is best known as the founder and Creative Director of the local music website, Seattle Music Insider. He had a podcast (SMI Radio) that ran from 2010 – 2015. Greg’s curiosity about the complexity of the human condition as it relates to art and music. In addition, Greg’s career in Talent Acquisition for companies, like Microsoft, Amazon, Deloitte and Zulily give him unique insight into human behavior. Greg’s passion for music and storytelling, is what drove Greg to photograph and interview award winning local and national music artists. Greg rides, trains and races with his club, Fount Cycling Guild and participates in several cycling events each year, training an average of 200+ miles per week. ----- David “The Rocket” Richter (Co-Host) is the co-founder and head coach of Fount Cycling Guild. Rocket began his cycling career over 40 years ago as a BMX racer. He briefly shelved cycling to pursue a baseball career as a scholarship athlete at the University of Washington. He returned to cycling and excelled as a professional mountain biker, UCI professional road cyclist, cyclocross racer…and even a bicycle messenger. This made him one of the most well-known and top performing cyclists in the Pacific Northwest. Rocket’s love for cycling has driven him in business. Dave brings deep knowledge and an entrepreneurial spirit to everything he does.
Episodes
Monday Feb 01, 2021
Monday Feb 01, 2021
On the first episode of 2021, Greg and "Rocket" talk about their participation in the Rapha Festive 500 and what they learned about themselves in the process.
In the second half, we interview Author, KT Tsering. KT, wrote an amazing book about called, "Courage Fearless Talent", the life story of professional cyclist and friend, Bennett White.
"The book came about because Bennett wanted to have his life story told and was thinking about approaching someone to write it. When we met in January 2016 and he told me about his tragedy, it simply came together. A week or so later I came back with an outline for the book with the exception of the final chapter as we thought he would see the book published.
Bennett was an elite cyclist and an ordinary man who searched to find his path from an early age, which turned out to be psychic healing. He became intensely focused, rejected superficial spirituality, raised his family and built structural legacy items then crashed into despair only to re-emerge on a foundation of running and his beloved cycling before being diagnosed with lung cancer. The story explores his journey, his responsibilities, how he embraced his healing process and how he prepared for dying. The testimony from those whose lives he impacted are his parting gift to the rest of us."
Bennett will also be featured in the forthcoming film, #WeRideWhy
Music by Deep Sea Diver, Blake Noble, Herbie Hancock & Shakespear's Sister
Tuesday Dec 22, 2020
Tuesday Dec 22, 2020
The our third episode of #WeRideWhyRadio with your host Greg Roth and co-hosted with cycling professional, coach and co-founder of Fount Cycling Guild, Dave "The Rocket" Richter.
In this special Christmas / Holiday episode, we introduce you to Jennifer Wheeler, "Rocket's" wife, business partner and Co-Founder (w/ "Rocket"). Jennifer is a former accomplished college athlete, former Rat City Roller Girl, professional cyclist and coach.
Jennifer shares her story in terms of what drives her, her philosophy, her athletic background, strengths, and areas of growth. Like all of us, no matter how good she is and what she is accomplished, she is always looking for ways to improve in cycling and multi-areas of life.
Also, we get some really great insight in into Jennifer and "Rocket's" relationship and partnership and the balance and success that they achieve together by leveraging their strengths.
A very inspiring and motivating conversation indeed!
In the second half of the episode, we speak with Chelsea Larsen, the GM of Rahpa Seattle (Rapha Worldwide), Rapha is a unique business, a retail store, cycling club and community hub for those who share the passion of cycling.
Chelsea talks about Rapha's role in the Seattle cycling community, what they offer to cyclists and her experience with Rapha.
One of the things Rapha offers to cyclists are special live / virtual global cycling events. Chelsea shares about the Rapha Festive 500, which takes place between Christmas and New Year's Eve.
In addition, "Rocket", Jennifer and Chelsea have a very special announcement. Tune in to find out what it is!
Music on this week's episode:
"All I Want For Christmas is a Ho Ho Ho" - Quickie
"Christmas Melody" - Jessica Latshaw - http://jessicalatshaw.com
"It's Christmas Time (and I'm still alive)" - https://www.thisisdeepseadiver.com
#WeRideWhyRadio...A Podcast about Peace, Love, Cycling, Music Art & Transformation!
Tuesday Dec 15, 2020
Tuesday Dec 15, 2020
The our second episode of #WeRideWhyRadio with your host Greg Roth and co-hosted with cycling professional, coach and co-founder of Fount Cycling Guild, Dave "The Rocket" Richter.
In the first half of the episode, "Rocket" talks about Fount Cycling, "Youth Development Program" and the recipient of the first Bennett White Scholarship, Colin Starts. Greg and "Rocket discuss the tensions between automobile drivers and cyclists and some of the reasons behind what can at times be an advisarial relationship. "Rocket" shares and interesting story about having a gun pulled on by a driver on a training ride. What happened during the incident may or may not shock you!
"Rocket" also offers some basic and helpful hints in mitigating tense situations out on the road. In the second half of this week's show, Greg and "Rocket" catch up with Keyboardist extraordinaire, Matt "Doctor" Fink. Doctor played and toured with Prince from the outset of the late artists career and worked with him into the early 90's. Doc shares some great stories about his experience with the Revolution and how he got his nickname, "Doctor Fink." We feature a couple of "Doctor Fink" tracks, that he played on and produced.
Friday Oct 30, 2020
Friday Oct 30, 2020
The very first episode of #WeRideWhyRadio with your host Greg Roth and co-hosted with cycling professional, coach and co-founder of Fount Cycling Guild, Dave "The Rocket" Richter.
In the first half of the episode our first guests are... "Rocket" and Greg. They introduce themselves to the audience and chat about what #WeRideRadio is all about and what listeners can expect in future episodes.
We discuss Rocket's background and history as an athlete, professional cyclist and coach.
Dave also talks about Fount Cycling Guild, a club founded be he and his wife Jennifer.
Greg and Dave also share their Fred Hutch Obliteride Experience and Fount's participation in this year's virtual event
Music and Art is an important feature. In the second half of this week's episode features the voice of #WeRideWhy, GRAMMY award recipient and Macklemore alumni, Michael "Wanz" Wansley.
Wanz talks about his sobriety, battle with cancer and shares his wisdom from his journey. The conversation is enlightening, life-affirming and inspirational
#WeRideWhyRadio...A Podcast about Cycling, Health, Music, Art and Transformation.
Thank you for coming on this ride with us!