Gypsy Tales

Jase Macalpine
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Host Jase Macalpine has spent the last ten years as a Gypsy Film Maker traveling around the world. Gypsy Tales is about the people met along the way, people who have inspired the journey or are just plain interesting.

  1. 1D AGO

    CHAPTER 395 Ft. Nick Romano

    Nick Romano was supposed to be the next big thing. Dominant amateur career, factory Star Racing Yamaha deal at 14, and the speed to win. Then a crash on a test track broke both his arms before his supercross debut. What followed was years of injuries, setbacks, and a career most people thought was over. He never quit. Then Mitch Payton called and gave him a chance to rebuild his career at Pro Circuit Kawasaki. Nick is only 21 years old. His story is just being written. This is Nick Romano's full story. From Star Racing to going privateer to earning a Pro Circuit Kawasaki ride the hard way. Enjoy Chapter 395 Ft. Nick Romano like, subscribe and comment below. 0:00 Welcome Nick Romano to the Podcast 1:57 Subscribe to the Podcast 2:38 Bobby Regan vs. Mitch Payton: Two Different Worlds 5:30 Growing Up at Star Racing Yamaha 9:00 Going Pro and the First Big Crash 15:03 Cash App 16:42 The Injury Stock Market 20:00 What It's Actually Like to Ride a Star Yamaha 28:00 Growing Up in Queens, NYC 39:00 Talent vs. Work Ethic 46:00 The Full Injury Spiral 53:50 Brunt Workwear 1:03:30 Bobby's Football Culture 1:08:30 Going Privateer on Phoenix Honda 1:29:00 Missing a Whole Summer 1:33:00 Showing Up to Pro Circuit With Nothing 1:52:00 The Phone Call from Mitch Payton 2:03:56 Dixxon Flannel 2:05:00 What This Comeback Really Means 2:19:12 Bench Racing 2:29:07 Ken Roczen's Title Run is Real 2:35:22 Who Wins the 450 Title? 2:38:04 Jett Lawrence vs. Haiden Deegan 💵 CASH APP Keep your money secure Use code SECURE10 https://cash.app/ 🥾 Get $10 Off @BRUNT with code GYPSYGANG at https://bruntworkwear.com/GYPSYGANG! #bruntpod 👕 DIXXON x Gypsy Tales Flannel 🇺🇸 US: https://www.dixxon.com/products/gypsy-tales-flannel 🇦🇺 AUS: https://www.dixxon.com.au/collections/new-releases/products/gypsy-tales-flannel 🛒 Shop Gypsy Tales merch: https://us.gypsy-tales.shop/ 🎙 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsBGR5UR7UCyLvNbHSxisFQ 📸 FOLLOW GYPSY TALES ON INSTAGRAM: @gypsytalespodcast 📩 Business Inquiries: ethan@gypsy-tales.com #nickromano #procircuit #mitchpayton #motocross #supercross #kawasakimx #gypsytales #starracingyamaha #bobbyreagan #dirtbike #mxlife #comeback See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    2h 48m

  2. 4D AGO

    CHAPTER 394 Ft. Wes Williams

    Motocross filmmaker and Vurb Moto co-founder Wes Williams joins the Gypsy Tales Podcast for a nearly 3-hour conversation about building some of the most iconic videos the sport has ever seen. From the James Stewart helicopter shoot that became the most-watched motocross video in history, to launching Vurb Moto alongside Brent Stallo and Andrew Campo — Wes has shaped how an entire generation of moto fans experience the sport. In this chapter, Wes opens up about investing every dollar he had into a film he thought would make him a million, the Red Bull projects that changed his career trajectory, filming Ryan Dungey's Homegrown and Justin Barcia's Platinum, the 2010 Motocross of Nations weekend that changed his life, and what he's building now with the Prospect App and Draft Day — a sponsorship platform connecting brands directly to amateur riders based on real data and real metrics for the first time. In this episode Wes breaks down the James Stewart helicopter shoot, growing up outside of motocross, his Loretta Lynn's run, how Vurb Moto started as an online magazine people laughed at, the Art of Flight's influence on moto filmmaking, filming Malcolm Stewart's Dream Ride, Cole Seely at Zaca Station, Red Bull Imagination, MX Sports Center in 2005, and why he believes the Prospect App will change amateur motocross forever. 🏍 MOTOSPORT.COM: https://www.motosport.com/?rstr=62946&ls=8vu&utm_source=roster&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=-jasonmacalpine-62946 🧤 FIST HANDWEAR: http://www.fisthandwear.com CODE: GYPSYGANG for 15% off 🔵 DESTINATION YAMAHA — Explore bikes, tours, and experiences: https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/destination-yamaha 💧 Stay hydrated with SOTA Fuel — Order yours today: https://sotafuel.com/products/sota-fuel-hydration-30-pack?variant=42103959945258 🛒 Shop Gypsy Tales merch: https://us.gypsy-tales.shop/ 🎙 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsBGR5UR7UCyLvNbHSxisFQ 📸 FOLLOW GYPSY TALES ON INSTAGRAM: @gypsytalespodcast 📩 Business Inquiries: ethan@gypsy-tales.com 🔥 CHAPTERS: 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:18 Welcome Wes Williams to Gypsy Tales 00:03:07 Wes's Most Impactful Shoot 00:06:40 The James Stewart Helicopter Shoot 00:17:17 Wes Williams's Loretta Lynn's Run 00:31:00 Building the Prospect App 00:43:30 Prospect App Features — Draft Day 00:50:09 The Investment Behind Filming 01:06:04 How Gypsy Tales Ended Up in America 01:17:55 The Art of Flight — Red Bull Movie 01:19:53 Supercross Media Has Changed 01:31:11 Complacency Gets You Beat 01:37:25 UFC Media Experience vs Supercross 01:47:56 Jase's Brand SOTA Fuel 01:49:59 This Will Change Amateur Motocross Forever 01:55:40 Shoutout Reegan Heighton 02:02:27 Gypsy Juice SOTA Fuel Taste Test 02:08:53 Filming Dream Ride Ft. Malcolm Stewart 02:15:39 Filming Vurb Platinum Ft. Justin Barcia 02:20:19 Cole Seely — Zaca Station 02:26:33 Wes Changed Moto Content Forever 02:29:13 Filming Homegrown Ft. Ryan Dungey 02:32:49 How Gypsy Tales Began 02:37:10 Behind the Scenes of Homegrown — Red Bull 02:42:45 The Impact of Justin Barcia Platinum 02:44:04 Vurb Moto EPIC 02:48:46 Filming Red Bull Imagination 02:51:56 MX Sports Center 2005 02:55:24 Closing #motocross #supercross #weswilliams #vurbmoto #prospectapp #jamesstewart #justinbarcia #ryandungey #malcolmstewart #coleseely #redbull #lorrettalynns #draftday #amateurmotocross #motofilmmaker #gypsytales #podcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    2h 59m

  3. MAR 26

    CHAPTER 393 Ft. Hunter Yoder

    Hunter Yoder was an amateur phenom with his pro career laid out in front of him. A guaranteed factory deal with Geico Honda, then the team folded overnight, leaving Hunter and his family scrambling, not knowing if they'd ever reach the level they once dreamed of in Supercross and Pro Motocross. After years of rebuilding from the ground up, Hunter is now on Club MX Yamaha with Brandon Haas, Chad Reed, and Daniel Blair all pushing to get him on the podium. This is his story. Enjoy Chapter 393 Ft. Hunter Yoder, like, subscribe and comment below. 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:38 Welcome Hunter Yoder to the Podcast 00:04:48 Youngest KTM Factory Rider 00:22:37 SOTA Fuel Ad 00:23:16 Crazy Story on how Hunter got on Orange Brigade 00:33:37 Signing an Amateur Deal with Geico Honda 00:38:04 What Hunter Yoder Was Making as an Amateur 00:44:39 Racing the Honda CRF150R Supermini 00:48:34 The New Style Taking Over Supercross 00:55:53 Geico Honda Heartbreak 01:01:35 What Could've Been 01:04:38 Hunter's Relationship with His Dad 01:11:04 FIST Handwear Ad 01:12:31 The Reality of Moto Parent Drama 01:28:14 Hunter Yoder's Climb Back to a Factory Ride 01:30:34 Managing Money as a Pro Athlete 01:52:55 Dixxon Flannel Ad 01:53:47 Traveling the World 01:55:02 Reacting to 100 Hours with Jo Shimoda 02:00:42 Brandon Haas Leads Club MX 02:10:07 Hunter Yoder's Podium Goals 02:16:31 Hunter Yoder's Winning Mindset 02:25:42 What does PRMX Pay? 02:29:48 Motosport Ad 02:31:36 Fighting for a Factory Ride 02:54:51 Getting Paid by Club MX Yamaha 03:09:51 Why Hunter Yoder Hired an Agent 03:15:23 Closing 💧 Order SOTA Fuel “Gypsy Juice” https://sotafuel.com/products/sota-fuel-hydration-30-pack?variant=42103959945258 🧤 FIST HANDWEAR: http://www.fisthandwear.com CODE: GYPSYGANG for 15% off 👕 DIXXON: http://www.dixxonquality.com.au 🏍 MOTOSPORT.COM: https://www.motosport.com/?rstr=62946&ls=8vu&utm_source=roster&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=-jasonmacalpine-62946 🛒 Shop Gypsy Tales merch: https://us.gypsy-tales.shop/ 🎙 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@gypsytalespodcast?sub_confirmation=1 🎬 Watch more clips: https://www.youtube.com/@GYPSYTALES 📸 FOLLOW GYPSY TALES ON INSTAGRAM: @gypsytalespodcast Listen on Spotify/Apple → https://pod.link/1335551721 💼 Business inquiries: ethan@gypsy-tales.com #GypsyTales #HunterYoder #Supercross #Motocross #ClubMX #GEICOHonda #Podcast EP: GT-CY4BMT | ID: GTC-K2QZR5 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    3h 18m

  4. MAR 24

    CHAPTER 392 Ft. Jett Lawrence

    Since Jett Lawrence was last on the podcast four years ago, everything has changed, he went from dominating the 250 class to completely taking over the 450 division, winning every championship he’s been healthy for, including an undefeated 450 Pro Motocross rookie season, a dominant Supercross season, multiple SuperMotocross World Championships, and another outdoor title, at this point Jett isn’t questioning it anymore, he knows he’s the best, and this is a side of him we haven’t seen before, confident, fired up, and hungry to stack even more championships, with another perfect season in his sights. #GypsyTales #JettLawrence #Supercross #Motocross #GOAT #HunterLawrence #SuperMotocross #Podcast In this chapter we talk 👇 🏆 Jett’s perfect season & championship run 🐐 Entering the GOAT conversation 💥 Battles with Eli Tomac 🩼 Jett’s return from injury 🥇 Hunter Lawrence’s road to a 2026 Supercross title 🏎️ Adding a Ferrari to his car collection Gypsy Gang, enjoy the show, be sure to like, subscribe, and comment below! 00:00:00 Intro 00:03:08 Welcome Jett Lawrence to the Podcast 00:03:19 Training with Khamzat Chivaev 00:12:41 Having connections with UFC Athletes 00:16:14 SOTA Fuel Ad 00:16:50 Jett Lawrence's Top 5 Career Moments 00:17:46 Jett's First 250 Supercross Podium Salt Lake CIty 2020 00:21:56 250 Pro Motocross Champion 2021 00:25:45 Winning the 2024 450 Supercross Championship 00:31:52 Jett Lawrence's 2025 Pro Motocross Comeback 00:40:04 Jett Lawrence's Undefeated SEason 00:54:42 Gypsy's Top 5 Jett Lawrence Moments 00:54:42 Jett Lawrnece Asen EMX Championship Round Win 00:56:57 Jett's Huge Whops Crash Anaheim 2 (2022) 00:59:43 Jett's Most Stressful SMX Final 01:03:56 Leading Team Australia to Their First MXON Victory 01:08:30 Jett Reacts to WInning MX of Nations 01:10:17 Cash App Ad 01:11:55 Eli Tomac VS Jett Lawrence at San Diego Supercross 01:16:31 Jett Lawrence on Racing "Beast Mode" 01:18:14 Beating HUnter Lawrence for the SMX Championship 01:26:32 The Respect HUnter Lawrence Deserves 01:31:00 How Jett's Injuries Affect Hunter 01:33:04 Watching Anaheim 2 with Jett Lawrence 01:40:44 Jett's Opinion on Aggressive Riding 01:45:59 Cooper Webb Looks Better Than Ever in 2026 01:47:23 Is Eli Tomac Better at KTM? 01:50:22 Jo Shimodan 100 Hours ad 01:51:06 How Jett's Injuries Affect Hunter Lawrence 01:54:12 The Work Honda puts Into Testing 01:58:13 What Makes Hunter Lawrence so good!? 02:00:21 Hunter's role in Jett's Life 02:03:09 Jett Lawrence Boys Another Ferrari 02:09:44 Breaking the Internet buying a Rolls-Royce 02:12:07 Jett Lawrence's Next BIg Purchase 02:17:46 Jett's Watch Collection 02:25:56 D.I.D Ad 02:27:07 Inside Jett Lawrences MIndset 02:33:21 Jett's Ability to Get into the Zone 02:39:45 Jett Lawrence's Line Selection 02:43:38 Jett's Lawrence is back on the bike!? 02:49:12 Santo Studios 02:56:00 100 Hours with The Lawrence Brothers 03:00:32 Closing - We’re on a mission to hydrate extreme sports. 💧 Order SOTA Fuel “Gypsy Juice” https://sotafuel.com/products/sota-fuel-hydration-30-pack?variant=42103959945258 💵 CASH APP Keep your money secure Use code SECURE10 https://cash.app/ Watch 100 Hours with SMX Champion Jo Shimoda — Live Now 🇯🇵 🎬 https://youtu.be/ERFJRL0GL6I?si=ZHoM6OPNhiYtG8v1 SHOP D.I.D ⛓️ https://www.didchain.com/ 🛒 Shop Gypsy Tales merch: https://us.gypsy-tales.shop/ 🎙 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@gypsytalespodcast?sub_confirmation=1 🎬 Watch more clips: https://www.youtube.com/@GYPSYTALES 📸 FOLLOW GYPSY TALES ON INSTAGRAM: @gypsytalespodcast Listen on Spotify/Apple → https://pod.link/1335551721 💼 Business inquiries: ethan@gypsy-tales.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    2h 56m

  5. MAR 14 ·  BONUS

    MOST REPLAYED: Brian Deegan

    Brian Deegan is a legendary motocross and FMX pioneer — Multi time X Games Gold Medalist and founder of Metal Mulisha. In today's moment, Brian breaks down something deeper than wins and championships: the real reason to teach your kids to ride. It's not about chasing factory rides or percentages. It's about the lifelong bond you build through racing. This moment is about parenting, values, and understanding what actually matters when you strip away the results. Listen to the full episode → https://open.spotify.com/episode/19wiprjJGWylz3RmZ4tGSn?si=drehOtxvT9ii5mtwnt_Skw Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGsuyhWVclg Brian Deegan: https://thegeneralsarmy.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    25 min

  6. MAR 13

    CHAPTER 391 Ft. Lizzie Armanto

    Lizzie Armanto joins us in the studio for Chapter 391 of Gypsy Tales. Lizzie is one of the most influential skateboarders of her generation, helping pave the way for women in skateboarding while building an incredible career of her own. From filming iconic parts with Thrasher Magazine and landing the cover of Thrasher, to turning pro with Birdhouse Skateboards, working alongside Tony Hawk, and creating her signature shoe with Vans, Lizzie has helped change what’s possible for women in skateboarding. She’s even been featured in Vogue, showing how far skate culture has reached beyond the streets. In this Chapter, Lizzie talks about her journey through skateboarding, the evolution of women’s skateboarding, launching YEPA helmets with Tony Hawk, and what it really takes to build a career in skateboarding. Gypsy Gang enjoy this chapter and remember to like and subscribe so you never miss a new drop! - 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:31 What drew Lizzie Armanto to Skate Boarding 00:13:31 Loving the Process of Skating and Learning New Tricks 00:17:35 The Artistry of Lizzie's Skating 00:24:59 The First Tricks Lizzie Mastered 00:30:49 Lizzies Late Start in Skating 00:37:39 What the World Has Exposed Us To 00:41:47 Finding the Positives in Life 00:49:46 Fist Handwear Ad 00:51:11 The Biggest Injury of Lizzie's Career 01:04:56 How Important Visualization Is to Action Sports Athletes 01:12:35 Finding the Positive in the Hardest Moments 01:15:41 Lizzie Armonto on Skating in the Olympics 01:24:13 Being a Girl Growing up in Skate Culture 01:29:47 Lizzies Parents Influence on Her Life 01:43:47 Dixxon Flannel Ad 01:49:11 The love of Competition 01:54:04 Traveling the World Skating 02:00:14 When Skating Become Lizzies Career! 02:09:16 Lizzie Armonto Fire 02:18:29 Lizzie turns Pro 02:26:08 Becoming a Monster Athlete 02:31:05 Moving Across California 02:33:06 Grateful to be Skating 02:39:27 Vans The Lizzie 02:51:25 Cash App Ad 02:59:33 Lizzies Best Years are Ahead 03:08:02 LA Home Remodel - Domino Lizzie Armonto 03:16:31 YEPA - Lizzie Armonto and Tony Hawks Brand 03:26:59 Thank you Lizzie Armonto - Monster Energy 🟢 https://www.monsterenergy.com/en-us/ 🧤 FIST HANDWEAR: http://www.fisthandwear.com CODE: GYPSYGANG for 15% off 👕 DIXXON x Gypsy Tales Flannel 🇺🇸 US: https://www.dixxon.com/products/gypsy-tales-flannel 🇦🇺 AUS: https://www.dixxon.com.au/collections/new-releases/products/gypsy-tales-flannel 💵 CASH APP Keep your money secure Use code SECURE10 https://cash.app/ Shop YEPA, the helmet brand created by skate legends Tony Hawk and Lizzie Armanto https://yepabrand.com/ 🛒 Shop Gypsy Tales merch: https://us.gypsy-tales.shop/ 🎙 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@gypsytalespodcast?sub_confirmation=1 📸 FOLLOW GYPSY TALES ON INSTAGRAM: @gypsytalespodcast 📩 Business Inquiries: ethan@gypsy-tales.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    3h 28m

  7. MAR 10

    CHAPTER 390 Ft. Zach Osborne

    Supercross Champion Zach Osborne sits down to discuss his incredible motocross career—from MXGP World Championship success to Supercross dominance. But this isn't just racing talk. Zach breaks down the philosophy, mental discipline, and life decisions that shaped him after retirement. 🏆 THIS EPISODE COVERS: • The $2.7M year that changed everything • Meditation & ego: Why "avoiding ego IS ego" • Why he retired at his peak (and has no regrets) • The "monk mode" lifestyle choice that reset his mind • Training with Ryan Dungey & Aldon Baker • MXGP vs. Supercross: The reality • Eli Tomac's speed & Jeffrey Herlings' obsession • Building ClubMX from scratch • Recovery from a broken back • Life after professional motocross ⏱️ KEY TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Intro 01:50 — Welcome & Childhood Stories 25:31 — Amateur Career Deep Dive 42:17 — Training with Aldon Baker 55:04 — Ryan Dungey Stories 01:27:14 — Euro MXGP Era 02:02:09 — Geico Honda Chapter 02:32:50 — Path to Supercross Championship 02:43:13 — First Supercross Title 02:59:53 — The Financial Reality ($2.7M year) 03:06:17 — Move to 450 Class 03:14:32 — Broken Back Recovery 03:23:51 — Pro Motocross Champion 03:29:21 — Why He Retired 03:36:50 — Life After Racing 03:50:27 — Closing 💡 WHY THIS EPISODE MATTERS: Zach doesn't just talk racing—he breaks down the psychology behind peak performance, the power of meditation and ego management, and why knowing when to walk away is as important as knowing when to push. Essential for anyone interested in elite performance, business strategy, or life balance. 💵 SPONSORS: • CASH APP — Use code SECURE10: https://cash.app/ • AG1 — http://www.drinkag1.com/gypsytales • MOTOSPORT.COM — https://www.motosport.com/?rstr=62946&ls=8vu • FIST HANDWEAR — Use code GYPSYGANG for 15% off: http://www.fisthandwear.com 🛒 MERCH: https://us.gypsy-tales.shop/ 🎙 PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsBGR5UR7UCyLvNbHSxisFQ 📸 INSTAGRAM: @gypsytalespodcast 📩 BUSINESS: ethan@gypsy-tales.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    3h 52m

  8. MAR 8 ·  BONUS

    MOST REPLAYED: Bobby Regan

    Bobby Regan is the founder of Star Racing Yamaha — the most dominant team in American supercross and motocross over the last decade, developing champions like Cooper Webb, Haiden Deegan, and Eli Tomac. In today's moment, Bobby reveals the one team rule that almost caused a fistfight, why Justin Cooper is the fastest guy on the planet but can't win in supercross, the exact moment he spotted Cole Davies and knew he was special, and the Yamaha Hall of Fame story he didn't even know happened. Listen to the full episode here! https://pod.link/1335551721 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMdAQJLFgKc Bobby Regan / Star Racing Yamaha: https://www.starracingyamaha.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Host Jase Macalpine has spent the last ten years as a Gypsy Film Maker traveling around the world. Gypsy Tales is about the people met along the way, people who have inspired the journey or are just plain interesting.

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  • Creator
    Jase Macalpine
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    487
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © © 2018 Gypsy Tales
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