Chris Harris Talks Cars/Bikes With John McGuinness

Chris Harris chats with motorcycling legend, John McGuinness.
The pair discuss John’s illustrious TT career, tales from his time racing, and their mutual fascination with Tamiya remote controlled cars!
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[@ManxAndy]

I sat in a cold garage till midnight one TT practice , checking and re-wiring a sidecar for a workmate who did multiple TTs as a passenger and then as a driver, , very successfully….., it never entered my mind that what I was doing could influence someone’s life, you did it because it mattered , and you,lived the passion for the racing, from the guys you are helping…..great days , such emotion and memories 👍🇮🇲

[@ChrisMisMYhandle]

The smoke alarm battery beep in the background is the icing on the cake to this interview. What a treat.

[@jackiechan8840]

CHIRP

[@TheBucketOfTruth]

For the love of god if you’re going to record a podcast replace the damned battery on the smoke alarm

[@benround948]

Literally just finished falling off a chair pulling out the batteries from my smoke alarms 😩 great interview. Thank you

[@moontang8966]

Duracell 9V is in the post, John. 😂 Epic tales from a genuine legend.

[@dfri3416]

That's actually John's fire alarm, he's just so chill he thought he'd finish the interview before he tended to the immolation.

[@Gorbyrev]

Chris Harris, one of the very few who draws a BBC salary who could successfully interview or even understand the worldview of the mighty Mr McGuiness. Great podcast gentlemen.

[@Gorbyrev]

@@bogmanstar889 Gutted we've not been able to get over for the NW200 past couple of years.

[@Coltwins]

John is the most down to earth bloke you can ever have the pleasure of meeting... If you didnt know who he is you would think he was a punter at the races and not the legend he is... if more people were like John the world would be a lot better place...

[@georgimihalkov4781]

John: "I learned to drive on my mom's Datsun 120y." Chris: "Unbreakable!" John: "I rolled it!" 😂🤣😂

[@ChrisMisMYhandle]

"Some parents are shit!" Fkin hell I was crying! 🤣😂

[@doug3011]

"Hitler couldn't stop it could he"... had me belly laughing ..brilliant

[@dantonchat71]

Nearly fell off my bike there

[@kens8903]

This is the best interview I’ve ever heard! He’s so pure and unapologetic. Rare these days

[@filipegil8752]

I’ve listened to all of the collecting cars podcasts. Chris you’ve had some belters already, as a great writer and interviewer it’s always very good. But this was on another level. John really is a legend and such a down to earth proper bloke. What a laugh and such a treasure all his experience and life stories. Amazing 👍

[@davewilshere]

When the word Legend fits. My grandfather raced at the TT and his ashes were scattered the length of the track from a hopper on the back of one of his vintage bikes. Great listening

[@JasonV8S550]

That my friend is awesome. Anyone who races at the IoM TT is a legend.

[@ih8halfords]

Add two absolute legends in one podcast, blend with the smell of petrol, bake for an hour and a half. Unreal.

[@stephenwilliamson1491]

Brilliant proper down to earth our john. Biker life is living 100%

[@AndrewCherry458]

They finished 5th, one in the pink one in the stink, can't imagine Lewis giving that quote in a podcast 😂😂😂😂

[@darrenkilby5007]

Thanks both of you

[@Danielsimpsonite]

i listened to this while sat in traffic on the m1. it was exactly what i needed. i loved it.

[@rbmedia771]

Utterly superb and epic tomfoolery!

[@marinefarmer7494]

That was the best interview I have ever listened too. Chris when its going that well just keep going, we won't get bored, could of listened to another two hours. Do another one and cover all the topics that you ran out of time for.. The best guest and interviewer.

[@grantchallinor5263]

This has to up there, along with the Jethro Bovingdon podcast, as containing some of the best stories Chris has posted on Collecting Cars thus far) What a guest!

[@TheJkghfg]

Agreed. That M3 CS story really tickled me.

[@grantchallinor5263]

@@TheJkghfg Andrew Frankel's "Black Monday" story deserves an inclusion too.

[@judemurphy3356]

What a great interview . John McGuiness is a absolute legend thoroughly enjoyed this 👍👍

[@ManxAndy]

Just found this…….absolutely bloody brilliant, Thankyou Chris for this wonderful insight into what makes a TT rider what they are 👍👌🇮🇲

[@stevenstrachan2972]

The team finished 5th at Le Mans in 2011. One of the best interviews I have ever heard, the man is a living legend!

[@timc924]

Down to earth interview, engaging and another reason why broadcasting via radio/podcasting captures better than a visual face to face, where there is posturing and ego can overwhelm the spontaneity of open conversation. John McGuinness, like Guy Martin exemplifies the ground-up achievement of genuine racers borne out of passion not fame. Brilliant.

[@r0dders1]

Tamiya answer: TT Legends finished 5th at Le Mans 2011 What a fantastic interview. It's lovely to hear someone talk without looking over their shoulder at a PR team. It takes two to interview, well done Mr Harris and Mr McGuinness.

[@danielcamp9054]

I’m late to the party with these pod casts - love Mr Harris so had a listen to a good few now, all brilliant but this one is utter class. Thank you Chris for hosting and thank you John for making me spot my morning Tea out laughing. Legends 😂🫡

[@JasonV8S550]

That was a brilliant chat. John is a fantastic guest, he had me roaring.

[@simonkilby9273]

Another fantastic interview Chris, when i saw you were with John i knew this would be the best yet...legend!! :)

[@simonverigotta41]

What a treat, what a podcast. One of the best so far. Johns so down to earth! Who else would love to see Guy Martin on here? Great job guys

[@Shane-zx4ps]

TT racers are the bravest of all motor sport people no question, they make formula drivers look like ballet dancers

[@rickatherton1370]

Two living legends. Rare and insightful. Thank you both!

[@mattallison9037]

What an absolute legend and down to earth guy. Great interview aswell Chris, knew to just let John go and tel the stories. 👍🏻

[@nitrowizzard]

Fifth, TT legends, 2011 at Le Mans. This was absolute quality, could’ve listened to hours more.

[@martinuso7446]

This is the material all podcast should be made of. Thx Chris! Legendary stuff.

[@Hamishleonard]

By far the best interview with John I’ve listened to! Well done Chris!

[@chrismarshall6997]

Finished 5th. Fantastic interview, it’s very rare these days to hear someone at the top of their sport give such candid interviews.

[@vokstar]

Brilliant once again. ask a Q... listen, then ask a q based on what was heard.. don't always hear that

[@mizenracing6060]

What a fantastic listen that was. Legend is used too often: that bloke is a legend.

[@philmonk8422]

Living legend, long may that continue. Great chat, thanks Chris

[@davidtucker5432]

Awesome episode with an absolute Legend. One of the most honest and sincere interviews with a Sportsman ever.

[@kjs141]

TT legends came 5th in 2011. What a great interview! Great stuff.

[@damianmorris3190]

that was a great interview mate! 👏

[@JasonX2]

Brilliant pod, these are two of my favourite guys in the world.

[@jammymark]

Datsun 120Y. "Unbreakable", "I rolled it!" Priceless!! 🤣🤣

[@tdotcom_lee2537]

Absolutely epic interview, John is a legend 5th place at Lemans 2011

[@stevemcrichards8768]

John McGuinness is an absolute legend and I really enjoyed this conversation you had with him. The Isle of Man TT is the most mad motor race in the world. If you just like motorcycling you have to go to this race it will blow your effing mind. For me every year it's: Indy 500, Isle of Man TT, Le Mans; those are the most important races from May to June that's where I'll be.

[@adambassett3169]

Hands down the best collecting cars podcast thus far, what a legend!

[@Vampirebear13]

It took me 3 sittings to listen to all of this but it was EPIC !!!!

[@sevenphotographical]

I haven't laughed that much forever, amazing interview, thank you so much.

[@senortrowell]

What a refreshing and thoroughly entertaining and genuine bloke interviewed by a thoroughly entertaining and genuine bloke! Answer to Tamiya comp is 5th

[@orbitaaltube]

For the competition - John's team finished 5th. I laughed my nuts off at this - had a shit week at work so thank you guys. McPint is the guy at the bar entertaining the whole place with his escapades.

[@cwnapier67]

What a hilarious and amazing interview. I have listened to 20 interviews with JM and learned more about him each time. I have never heard the story about Guy Martin. I am sure he meant nothing by it, but it was an unfair comment and Guy still never won at the TT

[@Rlee571]

Definitely a different breed. What a bloody Legend! 👍👏

[@emresagiroglu8935]

Fiiiiiffftthh!!! His team finished fifth at 2011 Le Mans! And looking forward for that wheelie video Mr Harris, the bike public deserves your talents!

[@quicknickdriver8510]

Brilliant chat. Mr McGuiness a true hero and grass roots racing legend. Was it a smoke alarm or a bike alarm in service mode beeping in the background? Always been properly impressed by John’s talent and his humbleness. Thanks for cheering up the day no end 👍🏻

[@-DC-]

Sounded like an old Datatool to me or something similar , absolutely infuriating things !

[@simonbottomley6484]

I absolutely loved listening to that! Thank you!

[@philwhittaker6717]

Cracking listen as always, credit to Chris for the quality of the interview and letting McPint reel off his stories! True TT Legend; speaking of which - 5th Place the team finished in 2011. (With Cam Donald and Keith Amor) Not bad for a brickie from Morecambe!

[@skidmark1977]

5th place at LeMans. I recently got back into model car racing and bought a dark impact but I would absolutely love a VQS (Vanquish) it was my first ever car back when I was a kid , what a lovely thing it is! Superb podcast JM what a legend.

[@lorddrake2418]

Brilliant interview, thank you both.

[@8lek]

This is awesome! Chris, set up a video recorder and watch this channel explode in popularity

[@K777John]

The team finished 5th. Brilliant interview, well more of 2 proper guys just chatting really,, wonderful listen. I am sat in Peterborough Hospital with a busted hand and hip and this really helped pass some time-it could have been twice as long and still not been to long!

[@roadmantop3769]

The best thing I’ve listened to in ages❤️❤️

[@BikesofRye]

Superb podcast there really isn't anything close to the TT these guys are a different breed

[@bluespig1]

John never tires of memory lane. I hope he can add some new memories next year.

[@happychappy86]

One of the best podcasts I’ve ever listened too. I want to listen again! Has made me interested in the TT and I’ve been reading up on it. Would love to win one these cars for my boy. They came 5th in the 24hr race. 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻

[@christianluff]

What a guy and what a story! Chris, I don’t know where you find them, but keep them coming. Just when I thought the Nicky Grist episode couldn’t be beat…. Great ‘content’ - thought I’d stick that word in there as I know you love to think of yourself as an ‘influencer’.

[@thebones]

one of the best podcasts I've heard.

[@mattosborne2706]

What a fantastic Podcast. John and the team finished 5th at Le Mans in 2011.

[@DannyBradshaw]

Ref Tamiya - TT Legends placed 5th at Le Mans 2011. Great conversation with a true legend

[@jamest6373]

Tamiya comp: the team finished 5th. Excellent interview, had me in stitches.

[@spunkfire2497]

Special breeds do special deeds. You Living legend John.🏍

[@bearded_biker007]

Tt legends finished 5th at the 2011 le mans. Probably the best podcast I've listened to for a long time.......John Mcguiness, a proper living legend

[@andywilliams5865]

One of the best interviews I've heard🤓

[@jaytoppo1670]

TT riders in my eyes are the most skilled warriors of the ENTIRE motorsport battlefield...

[@steakappraiser8752]

Tamiya Competition answer: TT Legends finished 5th at Le Mans 2011 It took me 3 hours to listen to this one had to keep turning it off as the kids were about! Legendary.

[@sail3303]

John placed 5th in the 2011 race...Not even a motorcycle follower and this is such a great interview! Love John MvGuinness now...

[@odoublegfpv701]

Best podcast I've heard in a lot of years .John please do a chat podcast yourself and if you need room for one of your two strokes I'll look after it :)

[@bizling]

44:25 this is exactly all I'm after as father. Take those pictures, preserve them, get them off your phone, printed/storage/what ever.....it really hits home in the future. I know it's hard at times but do it.

[@OrangeTash]

My day has been made already

[@mattylf1]

Great interview. Some very honest answers that we don't get to hear these days.

[@gregreid4691]

Best podcast ever, could’ve listened all day, 2011 Le Mans - John finished 5th

[@losslessification]

Top pod, they finished 5th at Le Mans, 7th in the championship that year. Cant wait for the next fantastic guest.

[@acemcgraw1]

Tamiya answer: TT Legends finished 5th at Le Mans 2011 Really great episode - he's a funny man!

[@micko_music]

Answer: They finished 5th in Le Mans in 2011! Great podcast as always, thanks everyone involved

[@MrJohnQCitizen]

Finally Chris interviews someone I can relate to

[@justanothercarguy7013]

Finished 5th, great podcast, you both done well to ignore the low battery "bleep" from the smoke alarm🤣🤣

[@dtprodrive]

The best podcast I’ve ever listened to

[@jrvintage]

Epic interview the man is more than a legend 👍👍

[@gdritchie]

totally loved this, Chris and John are a great double act ! Reckon most bikers are also car guys... Oh yeah and 5th place finish

[@alexharmon5598]

Garage full of bikes and cars but no battery for the smoke alarm ha. Great podcast yet again though chaps, best auto interviews out there at the moment ❤️

[@DaveC3362]

Legends were 5th place in the race. Thanks for 1 1/2 hours of crying laughter, often cringing but full of so many quotes ( I won't be saying out the pink in to the stink though 😅) So refreshing to hear somebody be interviewed and not be "throttled" by the PC brigade 😎👍😎

[@rhysmainwaring396]

What an awesome interview! The team finished 5th at Le Mans

[@johngreenwood1972]

Best interview I’ve heard.

[@rodneymounsey4168]

Great characters make for great listening, that was sensational!

[@ksnowden11]

It was at about 38 minutes I realised it wasn’t my smoke alarm chirping! I was stood under mine in the hallway for 10 minutes waiting for it go off again 😂🤦🏼

[@TomChame]

Outstanding, thanks.

[@djm555]

Tamiya answer. TT Legends Finnish 5th at LeMans 2011. John McGuinness you definitely have the touch, I've heard a lot of interviews with Chris Harris on him being interviewed or Chris interviews some one, but none of them have made Chris laugh so much with genuine laughing 😆

[@jonboy4334]

Answer - 5th. Great interview. Thanks for doing something interesting, different and well worth listening to.

[@tristanblaine8544]

One like doesn't do this podcast justice, keep em coming, no-one relates to their guests like Chris

[@AshleyAnimationsUK]

Tamiya Answer: Honda TT Legends finished in 5th place, at the 2011 Le Mans 24h Endurance race. (John McGuinness, Cameron Donald and Keith Amor complete 819 laps).

[@nickmorgs]

Tamiya comp: John's team finished 5th at the Le Mans 24 endurance race. Legends.

[@JoaoBorgesSr]

What a legend this guy is! Amazing podcast!