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BMX Breakthrough

Hosted by Jay Oakes · sports · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

The BMX Breakthrough Podcast is a bridge between tracks & manufacturers to invest in the next generation of BMX athletes and grow ridership at the local level. Join Jay Oakes as he interviews key people in the BMX industry that act as a bridge within their circles, promoting BMX and pouring into their communities. You will hear stories, marketing tips, failures, successes, and ways to make an impact for your local BMX community.

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22%

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Selective

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What is BMX Breakthrough about?

The BMX Breakthrough Podcast is a bridge between tracks & manufacturers to invest in the next generation of BMX athletes and grow ridership at the local level. Join Jay Oakes as he interviews key people in the BMX industry that act as a bridge within their circles, promoting BMX and pouring into their communities.

Who hosts BMX Breakthrough?

BMX Breakthrough is hosted by Jay Oakes. The show has published 52 episodes to date.

What has BMX Breakthrough covered recently?

Recent episodes include "EP. 52 w/ Jay Oakes" (17 September 2025, 52 minutes), "EP. 51 w/ Cash Matthews" (3 September 2025, 61 minutes), and "EP. 50 w/ Shannon Gillette" (20 August 2025, 114 minutes).

How often does BMX Breakthrough publish?

BMX Breakthrough publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 69 minutes across 52 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on BMX Breakthrough?

Booking probability for BMX Breakthrough is 22%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. BMX Breakthrough requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. BMX Breakthrough's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch BMX Breakthrough?

The strongest fits for BMX Breakthrough are Fitness, Golf & Recreation. BMX Breakthrough has a sports audience.

About the host

Jay Oakes hosts BMX Breakthrough, a sports podcast with 52 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #26

    EP. 52 w/ Jay Oakes

    Sep 17, 202552 minS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>Following 25 episodes in season 2, it's time for another recap! We've had some phenomenal guests that are taking the sport to new levels, making some big moves...

  • Episode #25

    EP. 51 w/ Cash Matthews

    Sep 3, 20251h 1mS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>The youngest track operator in BMX history with a life-long love and debt to BMX—Cash Matthews joins Jay in this episode filled with stories from his career...

  • Episode #24

    EP. 50 w/ Shannon Gillette

    Aug 20, 20251h 54mS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>From his early days of racing in Florida, various places throughout the U.S., while traveling around the world, and now his position at USA BMX, there is...

  • Episode #23

    EP. 49 w/ Karl Hinkley

    Aug 6, 20251h 6mS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>With a dream to run a completely free indoor skatepark as a means to serve the community, Karl Hinkley and his wife out at NoWear BMX have managed to make the...

  • Episode #22

    EP. 48 w/ Jeremy Bushnell

    Jul 23, 20251h 17mS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>Racing BMX since 1985 and still involved in a major way with the sport! He's been a part of the rebranding and revitalization that has taken place at Seatac...

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  • Episode #21

    EP. 47 w/ Nic Kusmich

    Jul 9, 20251h 4mS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>Only 1 race into BMX?!?! Although he has only been racing for a short period, he has seen his son benefit from involvement in the sport and has started racing...

  • Episode #20

    EP. 46 w/ Carmon Drummond

    Jun 25, 20251h 25mS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>BMX hasn't been a school sport, but Carmon Drummond is in an all-out sprint to change that! She saw a need within our sport, found a way to make it happen, and...

  • Episode #19

    EP. 45 w/ Rob Lane

    Jun 11, 202538 minS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>Touring the country with an immaculate collection of Redline BMX bikes, Rob Lane who has affectionately become known as "Redline Rob," shares about his passion...

  • Episode #18

    EP. 44 w/ Scott Towne

    May 28, 20251h 43mS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>Lifelong fascination with BMX and a photographer as a result of his career in the sport, Scott Towne shares stories of his humble beginnings on the track and...

  • Episode #17

    EP. 43 w/ Craig Kundig

    May 14, 20251h 13mS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>Founder of RRS Racing with an innovative mind captivated by the energy of BMX in the late 70s/early 80s, Craig Kundig put his focus into making new and better...

  • Episode #16

    EP. 42 w/ Justin Shepard

    Apr 30, 20251h 8mS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>Former rider for CW Racing, BTS guy with the DirtyKnobs Podcast helping to make DirtyFest go off without a hitch, advocate for BMX of all generations, and a...

  • Episode #15

    EP. 41 w/ Nick Scott

    Apr 16, 202557 minS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>Track Operator at Bend BMX, owner of Stay Rad Awards, mid-school BMX racer, member of The Bikeaholix, Nick has contributed to the growth of the track, community...

  • Episode #14

    EP. 40 w/ Scotty Scamehorn

    Apr 2, 20251h 10mS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>Having grown up racing BMX, being drawn toward the freestyle BMX movement, finding his way into mountain bikes, and diving headfirst into trail building, Scotty...

  • Episode #13

    EP. 39 w/ Jimmy Phillips

    Mar 19, 20251h 27mS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p><b>ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT ON ANOTHER LEVEL!</b> If there's one thing Jimmy Phillips is passionate about, it's his team! From the time they arrive at the track to...

  • Episode #12

    EP. 38 w/ Drew Polk

    Mar 5, 202559 minS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>From his days racing amateur to achieving an Amateur No. 1 title to clinching the 2024 Pull BMX Rookie Pro of the Year, Drew Polk talks about his life in the...

  • Episode #11

    EP. 37 w/ Jamie Stenson

    Feb 19, 20251h 12mS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>Track Operator at SeaTac BMX, Dad of a BMX racer, and advocate for kids on bikes Jamie Stenson talks about his love for the community and desire to make the...

  • Episode #10

    EP. 36 w/ Sam Balto, aka "Coach Balto"

    Feb 5, 202545 minS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>Founder of Bike Bus World, Sam Balto aka "Coach Balto" talks about what Bike Bus is, how it started, the benefits and some of the incredible opportunities that...

  • Episode #9

    EP. 35 w/ Paul DePauw

    Jan 22, 202550 minS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p><b>Ever raced BMX on concrete?!?!</b> How about in the last 30+ years? Paul and Jay dive into the fun had at the 2025 concrete BMX weekend in Rock Island, IL...

  • Episode #8

    EP. 34 w/ Mike Miller

    Jan 8, 20251h 4mS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>BMX racer turned renowned announcer and advocate for the local track (especially Yucaipa BMX), Mike Miller is all about talking kids up, helping connect new...

  • Episode #7

    EP. 33 w/ Matt @ The Nostalgic Neighborhood

    Dec 25, 20241h 17mS2

    <p>CLICK HERE to share your thoughts on the episode!</p><p>BMX bikes 'n' skateboards paving the way to a rad childhood and a nostalgic adulthood! Matt has uncovered and storytelling about brands, products, and memories...

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