Twist The Throttle Podcast

This week on Twist the Throttle, Prez and Ambo sit down with Warren to hear his powerful story.Born into the Jehovah’s Witness faith, Warren’s life was turned upside down when he was disfellowshipped — losing his parents, his friends, and even his job. From couch surfing and wild weekends on dirt bikes, to marriage, divorce, and dark times with drinking and drugs, Warren’s journey hasn’t been an easy one.But through resilience, fam...

Born in New Zealand, raised on two wheels, and now calling Australia home — Daryl “Stoney” Stone has lived a life full of wild rides, broken bones, brotherhood, and battles with his own demons.From getting kicked out of school at 15, to decades on the road as a truck driver, to leading rides in the motorcycle community, his story is raw and real.Stoney opens up about depression, drinking, losing a child, and nearly losing himself —...

In this episode of Twist the Throttle, Prez and Ambo sit down with Gary Bright — a Geelong local who grew up in Corio, lived the wild party and festival years, battled depression, and spent 17 years in the grip of drugs before turning it all around.

Gary shares stories of footy with his dad, being a die-hard Manchester United supporter, life as a corrections officer, moving to Wales, and the lessons learned through struggle, resilie...

This week on Twist the Throttle, we sit down with Raggaz, president of the newly formed Defiant SMC. We deep dive into the meaning behind the club’s name and logo, the process of building a new social motorcycle club, and what Defiant looks for in its members.

Raggaz opens up about balancing fatherhood, work pressures, and club leadership, as well as his passion for supporting charities and the motorcycle community. From leading the...

In this episode of Twist the Throttle, Prez and Ambo talk with mental health professional Eli Arbel about what you can expect at every step of the journey:Calling a mental health helplineHospital admission (voluntary vs involuntary)Support before and after a hospital staySimple tools to cope when life feels heavyMyths about mental health that hold people backEli has worked in hospitals, community programs, and private practice for ...

Tim “Tinman” Williams isn’t just the guy who’s always first on the ride and last off the throttle—he’s a man with one hell of a story. From a violent childhood in Ararat, to trauma, teen rebellion, and dropping out of school, Tim’s journey took him from back kitchens and burnout to love, loss, and becoming a full-time carer for the woman he loves.

But this isn’t just a story about survival—it’s one about speed, dark humour, and the ...

In this special episode of Twist the Throttle, Ambo swaps the clubroom for the couch as he sits down with his daughter Daisy for a raw and refreshingly honest chat.

What starts as a lighthearted catch-up quickly dives into deeper waters—touching on family, mental health, growing up with a dad like Ambo, and how connection can sometimes come from simply sitting down and talking. No scripts. No filters. Just love, laughter, and a few ...

Lisa Mac isn’t a rider, but she’s no stranger to hitting rock bottom at full throttle. A close friend of Prez, Lisa opens up about the slow slide into addiction, the chaos that followed, and the brutal honesty it took to rebuild a life worth living. From drinking alone in her room to drinking hand sanitiser in rehab, hers is a raw, human story of destruction, recovery, and rediscovery.

Now a writer, baseball coach, AA sponsor, and p...

In this special catch-up episode, The Prez and Ambo sit down to talk all things Twist the Throttle — no guest, just real talk. From Ambo’s stolen (and recovered) bike to a YouTube channel launch, studio moves, and a missing Shovelhead front wheel, it's been a wild ride.

The boys share family updates, plans for upcoming charity rides, and what it feels like when listeners come up on the road to say hey. There’s a discount code fo...

In this episode of 'Twist the Throttle,' the hosts dive into a raw conversation on bikes and mental health with guest Tips, a founding member of the Silverbacks. Covering topics from community to the stigma of biker culture, Ambo, the Prez, and Tips explore how the Silverbacks provide a sense of belonging. They challenge traditional motorcycle club hierarchies by emphasizing camaraderie over rules. Stories from New Zealand ...

In this episode of Twist the Throttle, hosts Ambo and the Prez welcome Michael White from That Harley couple and Hogs Cogs and Two Aussie Flogs, who shares his love for motorcycles and the healing power they hold. We dive into Whitey’s personal journey through illness and how riding a bike became a pivotal part of his recovery. From discussing various rallies and the culture that surrounds them, Whitey emphasizes the sense of commu...

In this episode of Twist the Throttle, hosts Ambo and the Prez invite an FNG rustnut, who shares his journey from the mines to the open roads on a 2013 Suzuki Boulevard C90T. The episode explores the mental health benefits of riding bikes, the camaraderie of bike clubs, and the challenges miners face working away from home. The guest recounts his experiences in the mining industry, revealing the emotional strain and physical demand...

In this episode of Twist the Throttle, hosts Ambo and the Prez engage in an insightful discussion with Dave Scales, also known as Tigs, a road captain with the Rustnuts. The conversation delves into the significance of road names, the challenges of choosing the right motorcycle, and the joys of customization. Dave shares personal stories about transitioning from sport bikes to cruisers and the impact it had on his riding comfort an...

In this heartfelt episode of "Twist the Throttle," hosts Ambo and the Prez sit down with Dennis from Run That Rehab to discuss his tumultuous journey through addiction, mental health struggles, and ultimate recovery. Reflecting on his early years, Dennis shares poignant moments from his days in juvenile detention and the grip heroin had on his life, starting at just 16. Despite the odds, he built 'Run That Rehab,'...

In this episode of Twist the Throttle, hosts Ambo and the Prez talk with Tayla, who shares her powerful journey from childhood trauma to finding peace through motorcycling. Tayla discusses her early memories and how the death of her abuser triggered a path to healing and self-discovery. With honesty and vulnerability, she opens up about fibro, adhd, dyslexia and her supportive family dynamic, and her journey towards motorcycle ridi...