The Big Truth Podcast

Josh Gagne
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In this podcast Big Truth interviews interesting people who live and breathe outside the mainstream conventional box. The tone of each episode can range from casual conversation to life history style interviews. The show is fun, educational, inspirational and explores different views on contemporary topics as well as highlights alternative career paths. Big Truth is an Anthropologist, custom motorcycle builder, laser tattoo removal specialist, ex-radio DJ, punk rock/hardcore vocalist, and now podcaster! He owns a renowned custom motorcycle shop (Choppahead Kustom Cycles) and a Tattoo Shop/Laser Tattoo Removal Business. In the past he's worked as an anthropologist for the World Health Organization, CDC, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Having worked with everyone from Harvard Cancer researchers to outlaw bikers, he is comfortable navigating different worlds and talking with people from across the human spectrum! Truth's guests have come from a plethora of American subcultures – but some of the main areas of focus have been centered on motorcycles, music, and weirdness (Paranormal, Psychedelics, UFOs, etc).

  1. #164 – Big Truth X Lowlife Podcast Live (PT. 2)

    1d ago

    #164 – Big Truth X Lowlife Podcast Live (PT. 2)

    Episode 164 – Big Truth X Lowlife Podcast Live (PT. 2) In this episode, Big Truth sits down live with the crew from the Lowlife Podcast for Part 2 of a cross-over conversation covering motorcycles, show season, custom culture, music, road stories, subcultures, and plenty of the off-the-rails conversations you'd expect when a few longtime motorcycle degenerates get behind microphones together. Part 1 of this conversation was released on the Lowlife Podcast feed. Part 2 lands here on The Big Truth Podcast. The crew talks about the upcoming riding season, motorcycle events, the state of custom culture, and what it takes to keep independent motorcycle communities alive in a world that seems increasingly corporate and sanitized. They also dive into music, life experiences, wild stories from the road, and the kinds of conversations that happen when friends get together without a script. In This Episode The upcoming Kustom Social Show during Laconia Motorcycle WeekChoppahead's 25th Anniversary PartyWhat attendees can expect at this year's eventRide-in bike shows vs. invitation-only eventsChopper culture and the evolution of custom motorcycle showsBuilding community through motorcyclesIndependent events and DIY cultureMurphy's Law, Slaine, and the connection between motorcycles and musicLive podcast plans from the eventRoad stories, laughs, and general motorcycle chaosWhy grassroots motorcycle culture still matters Events Discussed Kustom Social Show 📅 June 18 📍 Riots at the Laconia Drive-In Theater Ride-in custom motorcycle showChoppers, performance bikes, and custom buildsFreak show entertainmentDanger Dan Kickstart ContestVintage biker movies on the drive-in screenFood, music, and motorcycle culture all day longChoppahead Kustom Cycles 25th Anniversary Party Immediately following the show. Featuring: Live musicMurphy's LawSlainLive podcast recordingSpecial guestsMotorcycle community from all over the country    Subscribe for more conversations covering: MotorcyclesChopper culturePunk, hardcore, and metalIndependent thinkingHigh strangenessConspiracy and fringe historyReal conversations with interesting people  ⚡ Support & Go Deeper: If you want early access, extended cuts, and deeper breakdowns of conversations like this: 👉 Join The Big Truth Back Channel www.patreon.com/bigtruth   If you enjoyed this episode, follow/subscribe to the Big Truth Podcast, leave a 5-star review, and share it! Join the Back Channel to go deeper… Independent. Direct-to-listener. No gatekeepers. Join here → http://www.patreon.com/bigtruth     Follow us on IG: @bigtruth TikTok: @bigtruthpodcast YouTube: @thebigtruthpodcast   For feedback, questions, sponsorship info contact: bigtruthpodcast@gmail.com For more info: http://www.bigtruthpodcast.com To support the show: http://www.patreon.com/bigtruth     The Big Truth Podcast is proudly sponsored by: - Live Longer Formula with Christian Yordanov / Functional Health Practitioner (www.livelongerformula.com/bigtruth) - Choppahead Kustom Cycles (IG: @choppahead / www.choppahead.com) - Tattoo Flash Collective – www.tattooflashcollective.com – use promo code: BIGTRUTH for 10% off your order - Omerta (IG: @omertamia / www.omertamia.com) - use code: BIGTRUTH at checkout for 20% off your order! - Heavy (IG: @heavyclothing / www.heavy.bigcartel.com)

    1h 15m
  2. You Might Also Like: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

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    You Might Also Like: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

    Introducing Coral Santoro: The #1 Reason Most People Never Reach Their Goals (Use THIS 1% Rule to Keep Making Progress When Motivation Disappears) from On Purpose with Jay Shetty. Follow the show: On Purpose with Jay Shetty Many of us feel pressured to keep up with timelines, expectations, and the highlight reels we see online, but this conversation offers a different perspective. Coral Santoro shares how success is less about reaching a destination and more about who you become through resilience, patience, and self-belief. From navigating failure and uncertainty to building meaningful relationships and staying true to your vision, she reminds us that there is no universal timeline for achievement. This episode is a powerful reflection on purpose, courage, and the importance of continuing to build your life, even when progress is quiet, slow, and unseen. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Stop Comparing Your Timeline to Others How to Keep Going When It Stops Being Exciting How to Turn Failure Into Useful Data How to Stay Patient While Chasing Big Goals How to Find Success in the Boring Work How to Surround Yourself With Supportive People How to Communicate Better in Relationships and Business How to Keep Building Even When No One Believes in You Every challenge, setback, and uncertain moment is shaping you into someone stronger, wiser, and more resilient. Keep showing up, keep learning, and keep building. The life you want is not created in a single breakthrough, it’s built through the small, consistent choices you make every day. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:32 Why You’re Not Falling Behind 03:25 How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others 08:35 The 3 Traits That Drive Success 13:19 The Secret to Staying Patient 16:50 Focus on Your Own Path 26:37 Building the Right Circle Around You 29:32 Finding Beauty in Life’s Quiet Moments 36:59 Simple Ways to Train Your Brain for Success 42:41 Hearing More, Listening Less 45:22 This or That: Entrepreneurial Mindsets 50:59 How to Grow a Social Media Following 54:41 The Power of Choosing the Right Partner 01:03:36 Why Great Communication Changes Everything  01:07:57 Coral on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://www.coralsantorogroup.com/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8WGOzdnEcNaYioYrP132Gg  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/p/Coral-Santoro-61570173779394/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/coralsantoro/  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/coralsantoroventuresinc  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@coral.santoro  X | https://x.com/coralsantoroo  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. #163 - Surveillance, Control, & The Future of Humanity - What AI Revealed

    May 20

    #163 - Surveillance, Control, & The Future of Humanity - What AI Revealed

    🧠 Episode Summary What happens when you stop talking about AI—and actually talk to it? In this episode, we sit down with ChatGPT for a real, unscripted conversation that quickly moves beyond surface-level tech talk into something much deeper. We explore how AI works, how it’s being used across society, and the broader implications of surveillance systems, algorithmic media, and digital control infrastructure. The conversation touches on media manipulation, information overload, human psychology, and what happens when people begin outsourcing their thinking entirely. This isn’t a breakdown. It’s a pressure test. 🔍 Topics Covered What AI actually is (and what it is not)Why AI feels human—but isn’t consciousHow people are forming emotional connections with AIWhether humans are overestimating or underestimating AI 🧠 Human Psychology & Behavior Cognitive dissonance in modern societyWhy people seek certainty in uncertain environmentsThe psychological effects of constant monitoringThe “chilling effect” — how surveillance changes behavior 📺 Media, Algorithms & Truth Why people struggle to distinguish truth from misinformationHow algorithms shape what you see—and what you never seeThe rise of outrage-driven media and “rage bait”Information overload and its effect on decision-making ⚙️ AI, Work & Human Purpose Will AI replace jobs—or reshape them?Practical paths for adapting to AI-driven changeWhy human skills like adaptability, creativity, and judgment still matterThe risks of over-reliance on automated decision-making 👁️ Surveillance & Control Systems How AI is being used in surveillance todayGovernment and corporate use of data and predictive systemsThe relationship between private tech companies and public institutionsThe normalization of surveillance through convenience 🔗 Digital Infrastructure & Power What happens when identity, finance, and communication mergeThe risks of centralized digital systemsWhy convenience often leads to dependencyHow incremental changes build long-term control systems 🧩 Information, Influence & Manipulation How AI and algorithms influence public perceptionThe role of targeted messaging in media and politicsEcho chambers, feedback loops, and behavioral nudging 🧠 Existential Questions What happens if people outsource thinking entirely?Are humans losing the ability to think independently?What is humanity’s biggest blind spot right now?What future historians might say about this moment ⚠️ Key Takeaways AI is not conscious—but it is powerful at scaleThe biggest risk is not AI replacing humans, but humans relying on it too heavilyInformation overload can make populations easier to influenceSurveillance doesn’t just monitor behavior—it changes itControl systems don’t arrive suddenly—they normalize over timeThe most important information problem today is not what exists—but what gets shown 🎯 Who This Episode Is For Listeners interested in AI, media, and technologyThose questioning modern information systems and narrativesAnyone concerned with surveillance, privacy, and digital controlCritical thinkers trying to make sense of today’s media environment 🧠 Core Question What happens to a society when it can no longer clearly distinguish what is real? 🎧 Listen Now Available on all platforms.   ⚡ Support & Go Deeper: If you want early access, extended cuts, and deeper breakdowns of conversations like this: 👉 Join The Big Truth Back Channel www.patreon.com/bigtruth   If you enjoyed this episode, follow/subscribe to the Big Truth Podcast, leave a 5-star review, and share it!  Follow us on IG: @bigtruth / @bigtruthredacted / @thebigtruthpodcast TikTok: @bigtruthpodcast YouTube: @thebigtruthpodcast   For feedback, questions, sponsorship info contact: bigtruthpodcast@gmail.com For more info: http://www.bigtruthpodcast.com The Big Truth Podcast is proudly sponsored by: Live Longer Formula with Christian Yordanov / Functional Health Practitioner (www.livelongerformula.com/bigtruth)Choppahead Kustom Cycles (IG: @choppahead / www.choppahead.com) Tattoo Flash Collective – www.tattooflashcollective.com – use promo code: BIGTRUTH for 10% off your orderOmerta (IG: @omertamia / www.omertamia.com) - use code: BIGTRUTH at checkout for 20% off your order!Heavy (IG: @heavyclothing / www.heavy.bigcartel.com)

    1h 4m
  4. #162 - Adam Swart : Founder/CEO of Crowds on Demand

    May 6

    #162 - Adam Swart : Founder/CEO of Crowds on Demand

    In this episode, I sit down with Adam Swart, founder of Crowds on Demand—a company that openly organizes protests, demonstrations, and large-scale advocacy campaigns across the U.S. We break down how modern influence actually works, what’s real vs. misunderstood about “paid protests,” and—more importantly—how everyday people can use the same playbook to advocate for themselves. This isn’t theory. This is the mechanics behind manufactured momentum, public pressure, and perception shaping—from grassroots to corporate to political. ⚡ Key Themes & Takeaways 🧠 1. Protests Are an Industry Crowds on Demand operates as a professionalized protest and advocacy firmServices include:Organizing protests and demonstrationsPR stunts / media eventsFull-scale advocacy campaigns (strategy + execution)This reframes protests as not just organic movements—but sometimes coordinated, strategic operations👉 Core tension explored: When you see a crowd… are you seeing spontaneous public sentiment—or organized influence? 🎭 2. “Paid Protesters” — Myth vs Reality Swart addresses widespread claims about “fake protests”His position:Campaigns are legal, structured, and transparent to clientsThe goal is message amplification, not deceptionBut the conversation naturally raises a deeper question:👉 If visibility can be bought, does attention still equal legitimacy? 📢 3. Perception Is Power Modern influence is less about truth vs. liesIt’s about visibility, repetition, and pressureCrowds on Demand helps clients: Create the appearance of momentumGenerate media coverageApply pressure to institutions👉 Key insight: In today’s environment, what looks big becomes big 🧩 4. The Real Product: Advocacy Strategy Beyond protests, the real business is: MessagingNarrative framingMulti-channel pressure campaignsIncludes: Phone campaignsOrganized groupsMedia targetingLong-term influence strategies👉 This is essentially outsourced influence infrastructure 🧍‍♂️ 5. How This Applies to YOU One of the strongest parts of the episode: Swart shifts from corporate clients → everyday people He breaks down how individuals can: Fight unfair bills (hospital, landlord, etc.)Apply pressure effectivelyAdvocate for themselves without needing a firm👉 Big takeaway: Most people lose not because they’re wrong— but because they don’t know how to apply pressure ⚙️ 6. The System Responds to Pressure—Not Fairness A recurring underlying theme: Institutions don’t automatically respond to truth or fairnessThey respond to:RiskVisibilityReputation damageSustained pressure👉 This connects directly to your broader Redacted theme: Power responds to force, not morality 🧨 7. The Uncomfortable Middle Ground This episode lives in a gray area: It’s not a conspiracy theoryIt’s not a dismissal of public movementsIt’s a look at the mechanisms behind both👉 The real tension: If influence can be engineered… how do you tell what’s real? 🧠 Big Picture Insight  This conversation exposes a key modern dynamic: Influence is no longer just organic—it’s operational Movements can be realMovements can be amplifiedMovements can be strategically constructedAnd often… it’s a mix of all three. 🎯 Why This Episode Matters It breaks down how public pressure actually worksIt challenges assumptions about protests and media narrativesIt gives listeners practical tools to advocate for themselvesIt pulls back the curtain on how perception gets shaped at scale 🔑 Standout Line of Thinking “You don’t need a PR firm—but you do need a strategy.” 📌 Who This Episode Is For Anyone skeptical of media narrativesAnyone interested in power, influence, and perceptionBusiness owners, activists, or creators trying to build momentumPeople dealing with institutions (legal, medical, housing, etc.) 🚀 Final Thought This episode doesn’t tell you what to think. It shows you how things move. And once you see that… You start watching everything differently.   ⚡ Support & Go Deeper: If you want early access, extended cuts, and deeper breakdowns of conversations like this: 👉 Join The Big Truth Back Channel www.patreon.com/bigtruth Follow us on: IG: @bigtruth / @tthebigtruthpodcast / @bigtruthredacted  TikTok: @bigtruthpodcast  YouTube: @thebigtruthpodcast   For feedback, questions, sponsorship info contact: bigtruthpodcast@gmail.com For more info: http://www.bigtruthpodcast.com    The Big Truth Podcast is proudly sponsored by: Live Longer Formula with Christian Yordanov / Functional Health Practitioner (www.livelongerformula.com/bigtruth)-Choppahead Kustom Cycles (IG: @choppahead / www.choppahead.com) -Tattoo Flash Collective – www.tattooflashcollective.com – use promo code: BIGTRUTH for 10% off your orderOmerta (IG: @omertamia / www.omertamia.com) - use code: BIGTRUTH at checkout for 20% off your order!Heavy (IG: @heavyclothing / www.heavy.bigcartel.com)

    1h 1m
  5. #161 - Eric Kinsey & Joseph Zentil : Born to Lose & Biker Movies

    Apr 22

    #161 - Eric Kinsey & Joseph Zentil : Born to Lose & Biker Movies

    In this episode of The Big Truth Podcast, we sit down with filmmakers Eric Kinsey and Joseph Zentil to break down their new film Born to Lose—a raw, unfiltered look at struggle, identity, and the forces that shape outcomes before you even realize it. But this conversation doesn’t stay in one lane. We also tap into chopper culture, kustom builds, and the legacy of classic biker films—the aesthetic, the attitude, and the deeper connection between rebellion, identity, and storytelling. 🔍 What We Get Into: The real story behind Born to Lose — inspiration, message, and intentHow environment, upbringing, and systems quietly shape life outcomesThe line between personal responsibility and structural disadvantageWhy so many people feel trapped in cycles they didn’t createThe psychological impact of being labeled “lost” or “behind”Independent filmmaking: building something real without industry backingThe crossover between film and chopper/kustom cultureHow classic biker movies influenced the tone, visuals, and themesThe role of motorcycles as identity, freedom, and rebellionWhy authentic subcultures still matter in a manufactured media landscape 🏍️ Culture Thread: Choppers, Kustoms & Biker Film Influence This episode also digs into the DNA of chopper and kustom culture—not just as a style, but as a mindset. We talk: The DIY, anti-establishment roots of chopper cultureHow motorcycles became a symbol of freedom and non-complianceThe influence of classic films like Easy Rider and The Wild OneWhy that energy still resonates today—in both film and real lifeIt’s not nostalgia—it’s a through-line. 🧠 Key Themes: You’re not always starting from the same line—but you’re still in the raceSystems don’t always need to stop you—they just need to slow you downIdentity is often shaped externally before it’s ever chosen internallySubculture is where real expression survivesAwareness is the first step—but action is what breaks the cycle 🎬 About the Film: Born to Lose is a grounded, character-driven project that explores what it means to grow up in conditions that quietly stack the odds against you—and what it takes to push back against that narrative. It’s not glamorized. It’s not exaggerated. It’s closer to reality than most people are comfortable admitting. 💬 Why This Conversation Matters: A lot of people feel stuck—but can’t explain why. This episode gives language to that feeling. And connects it to something deeper—identity, environment, and the cultures we attach ourselves to in order to find meaning and freedom. 🔗 Tap In: 🎧 Full episode available now on all platforms 📺 Watch the full conversation on YouTube : (http://www.youtube.com/thebigtruthpodcast) ⚡ Support & Go Deeper: If you want early access, extended cuts, and deeper breakdowns of conversations like this: 👉 Join The Big Truth Back Channel www.patreon.com/bigtruth  If you enjoyed this episode, follow/subscribe to the Big Truth Podcast, leave a 5-star review, and share it!  Follow us on IG: @bigtruth TikTok: @bigtruthpodcast YouTube: @thebigtruthpodcast   For feedback, questions, sponsorship info contact: bigtruthpodcast@gmail.com For more info: http://www.bigtruthpodcast.com The Big Truth Podcast is proudly sponsored by: Live Longer Formula with Christian Yordanov / Functional Health Practitioner (www.livelongerformula.com/bigtruth)Choppahead Kustom Cycles (IG: @choppahead / www.choppahead.com)Tattoo Flash Collective – www.tattooflashcollective.com – use promo code: BIGTRUTH for 10% off your orderOmerta (IG: @omertamia / www.omertamia.com) - use code: BIGTRUTH at checkout for 20% off your order!Heavy (IG: @heavyclothing / www.heavy.bigcartel.com)

    1h 32m
  6. #160 - The Truth About Media Control That Nobody Wants To Admit : With Rob Rosen

    Apr 8

    #160 - The Truth About Media Control That Nobody Wants To Admit : With Rob Rosen

    You’re not getting the full story. Not because it doesn’t exist— but because it never makes it to you. In this episode, Rob Rosen and I break down how media narratives are shaped long before they reach your screen. We cover: Why some stories explode while others disappearThe pressure points behind media decision-makingHow “acceptable narratives” are enforced without direct ordersThe illusion of independent reportingWhat this means for how you interpret the worldThis isn’t about left vs. right. It’s about understanding the system behind both. If you want to think clearly in a manipulated environment—start here.   FROM HIS BIO:  Rob Rosen is an award-winning investigative journalist, producer, and director with more than thirty years of experience in news and television. He created, directed, and served as showrunner of the investigative true-crime series Reasonable Doubt, which ran for five seasons and currently streams on Max. Thanks in part to the show's reporting, nine inmates profiled on the series were released, with some fully exonerated.   Rosen also created and directed the limited series The Infomercials That Sold Us starring Dennis Miller, now streaming on Fox Nation, and served as showrunner and executive producer of the long-running paranormal series The Dead Files, which ran for 15 seasons on Max.   He began his career in news as an Emmy Award-winning producer for KCBS in Los Angeles, and later worked as an on-air correspondent for the nationally syndicated program Celebrity Justice. Rosen is a graduate of the Boston University College of Communication and a member of the DGA and SAG/AFTRA. Crimes of Omission is his first book.   If you enjoyed this episode, follow/subscribe to the Big Truth Podcast, leave a 5-star review, and share it! Join the Back Channel to go deeper… Independent. Direct-to-listener. No gatekeepers. Join here → http://www.patreon.com/bigtruth     Follow us:  IG: @bigtruth / @thebigtruthpodcast / @bigtruthredacted TikTok: @bigtruthpodcast / @bigtruthredacted YouTube: @thebigtruthpodcast   For feedback, questions, sponsorship info contact: bigtruthpodcast@gmail.com For more info and show merch: http://www.bigtruthpodcast.com  The Big Truth Podcast is proudly sponsored by: Live Longer Formula with Christian Yordanov / Functional Health Practitioner (www.livelongerformula.com/bigtruth)Choppahead Kustom Cycles (IG: @choppahead / www.choppahead.com)Tattoo Flash Collective – www.tattooflashcollective.com – use promo code: BIGTRUTH for 10% off your orderOmerta (IG: @omertamia / www.omertamia.com) - use code: BIGTRUTH at checkout for 20% off your order!Heavy (IG: @heavyclothing / www.heavy.bigcartel.com)

    1h 26m
  7. #159 - Ray Chaos: Full Blown Chaos / Brick By Brick

    Mar 11

    #159 - Ray Chaos: Full Blown Chaos / Brick By Brick

    Ray Chaos — vocalist of hardcore bands Full Blown Chaos and Brick By Brick — joins The Big Truth Podcast for a wide ranging conversation on hardcore culture, conspiracies, and independent thinking. We open the episode discussing several controversial topics that have circulated in alternative media for decades, including disclosure, the Epstein network, and broader questions about institutional power and secrecy. From there we dive into Ray's history in the New York hardcore scene, the formation of Full Blown Chaos, decades of touring, and the DIY mindset that built hardcore culture worldwide. We also talk about entrepreneurship, underground culture, and Ray's work outside music with Bull & Bee Meadery. If you enjoyed this episode, follow/subscribe to the Big Truth Podcast, leave a 5-star review, and shareit! Join the Back Channel to go deeper… Independent. Direct-to-listener. No gatekeepers. Join here → http://www.patreon.com/bigtruth   Follow us on IG: @bigtruth TikTok: @bigtruthpodcast YouTube: @thebigtruthpodcast   For feedback, questions, sponsorship info contact: bigtruthpodcast@gmail.com For more info: http://www.bigtruthpodcast.com To support the show: http://www.patreon.com/bigtruth   The Big Truth Podcast is proudly sponsored by: - Live Longer Formula with Christian Yordanov / Functional Health Practitioner (www.livelongerformula.com/bigtruth) - Choppahead Kustom Cycles (IG: @choppahead / www.choppahead.com) - Tattoo Flash Collective – www.tattooflashcollective.com – use promo code: BIGTRUTH for 10% off your order - Omerta (IG: @omertamia / www.omertamia.com) - use code: BIGTRUTH at checkout for 20% off your order! - Heavy (IG: @heavyclothing / www.heavy.bigcartel.com)

    2h 17m
  8. #158 – Cary Brobeck : on Choppers Magazine, Ed Roth, David Mann, and Preserving Chopper Culture

    Feb 18

    #158 – Cary Brobeck : on Choppers Magazine, Ed Roth, David Mann, and Preserving Chopper Culture

    Episode: Big Truth Podcast — with Cary Brobeck (Owner/Editor-in-Chief, Choppers Magazine + Founder/Organizer, Chopper Fest) Core promise: A behind-the-scenes look at how chopper culture actually gets preserved and pushed forward—through print, shows, relationships, and a lot of unglamorous work. Cary Brobeck breaks down the real day-to-day reality of running an iconic print magazine in an internet era while still working a full-time construction/QC job, plus what it took to take over Chopper Fest and scale it to 10,000+ attendees. The conversation hits chopper culture's punk/DIY roots, the market's price swings, the importance of showing up in the industry, and a major mission: preserving David Mann artwork and artifacts via the David Mann Legacy Foundation.   Key topics & highlights ·       Chopper Fest: how Cary took over a 20-year legacy event (originally tied to David Mann) and doubled attendance year-over-year. ·       The grind nobody sees: why "owning a magazine" doesn't mean you're not still clocking in at a day job. ·       Why choppers (not just motorcycles): the punk/skate/custom-culture pipeline—loud, dangerous, DIY, and personal. ·       Market talk: vintage bike pricing swings (knuckles, pans, shovels), and why things feel like they're "breathing" again. ·       Publishing origin story: Dice → early projects → working with Easy Riders / Wrench → the path to Choppers Magazine. ·       Choppers Magazine name revival: how "Choppers Mag" (Ed Roth era) became available—and why Cary got the Roth family blessing first. ·       Preserving motorcycle art: the plan to collect and protect David Mann originals + artifacts so they don't disappear into attics, estates, and trash piles. ·       Harley sponsorship reality: how Cary views working with a corporation while staying rooted in the culture—plus why relationships matter. ·       What's next: more shows, possible "town takeovers," and future special issues (including an all-women riders edition idea).   For More Info: ·       Choppers Magazine (IG): @choppersmagazine ·       Chopper Fest (IG): @chopperfest   If you enjoyed this episode, follow/subscribe to the Big Truth Podcast, leave a 5-star review, and share this one with a builder, a rider, or anyone who cares about preserving culture—not just consuming it. This episode is about keeping real culture alive — the Back Channel is how we do the same for this show. Independent. Direct-to-listener. No gatekeepers. Join here → http://www.patreon.com/bigtruth    Follow us on IG: @bigtruth TikTok: @bigtruthpodcast YouTube: @thebigtruthpodcast   For feedback, questions, sponsorship info contact: bigtruthpodcast@gmail.com For more info: http://www.bigtruthpodcast.com To support the show: http://www.patreon.com/bigtruth    The Big Truth Podcast is proudly sponsored by: - Choppahead Kustom Cycles (IG: @choppahead / www.choppahead.com) - Tattoo Flash Collective – www.tattooflashcollective.com – use promo code: BIGTRUTH for 10% off your order - Omerta (IG: @omertamia / www.omertamia.com) - use code: BIGTRUTH at checkout for 20% off your order! - Heavy (IG: @heavyclothing / www.heavy.bigcartel.com)

    1h 17m
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In this podcast Big Truth interviews interesting people who live and breathe outside the mainstream conventional box. The tone of each episode can range from casual conversation to life history style interviews. The show is fun, educational, inspirational and explores different views on contemporary topics as well as highlights alternative career paths. Big Truth is an Anthropologist, custom motorcycle builder, laser tattoo removal specialist, ex-radio DJ, punk rock/hardcore vocalist, and now podcaster! He owns a renowned custom motorcycle shop (Choppahead Kustom Cycles) and a Tattoo Shop/Laser Tattoo Removal Business. In the past he's worked as an anthropologist for the World Health Organization, CDC, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Having worked with everyone from Harvard Cancer researchers to outlaw bikers, he is comfortable navigating different worlds and talking with people from across the human spectrum! Truth's guests have come from a plethora of American subcultures – but some of the main areas of focus have been centered on motorcycles, music, and weirdness (Paranormal, Psychedelics, UFOs, etc).

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  • Creator
    Josh Gagne
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    168
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Josh Gagne
  • Show Website
    The Big Truth Podcast

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