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At just 21 years old, Kody Kopp already carries a perspective that surpasses his impressive résumé. You can feel it immediately in the way he speaks about racing, responsibility, and purpose. Growing up as the son of flat track legend Joe Kopp, racing was not just a passion. It was the family business. Kody opens up about being raised at the track, the expectations that come with the Kopp name, and why leaving high school as a freshman felt like the only option if he wanted to fully commit to racing at the highest level. By the age of 12, Kody already understood the importance of relationships, sponsors, and representing partners the right way - all lessons that would later prove just as critical as raw speed. The conversation digs into the grind of growing up in professional racing, carving out his own identity, and what it truly takes to turn talent into championships. Kody also reflects on his one year stint with Team Roberts in the MotoAmerica Talent Cup, stepping into road racing and learning an entirely new discipline. He shares how that experience reshaped his approach, broadened his perspective, and why every chapter, even the uncomfortable ones, played a role in his development. Now entering a new phase of his career, Kopp returns full time to American Flat Track’s premier SuperTwins class with Latus Motor Racing, chasing unfinished business aboard a Harley Davidson XG750 with experience, maturity, and purpose. Follow @pipedreams_pod on social media! ____________________________________________________________________________________ Please support our partners: Law Tigers Motorcycle Attorney's: If you ever find yourself in an incident that may or may not require legal representation please call 1-800-Law-Tigers. No recovery, no fee for personal injury claims, and no expenses unless there is a recovery. Fees calculated as a percentage of the gross recovery. FREE representation for motorcycle property damage claims FREE advice on all motorcycle matters For more info visit https://lawtigers.com/____________________________________________________________________________________ Yuasa Battery: Setting the standard for powersports batteries since 1979. Each and every day, it starts with us. Find Your Battery: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/#batterysearch Find Your Local Yuasa Dealer: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/find-a-dealer/- Purchase Online: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/where-to-buy/ For more info visit https://www.yuasabatteries.com ____________________________________________________________________________________ Gulf Point Advisors: A Forward Thinking Wealth Advisory Firm Have financial questions or want to learn more about the benefits of professional money management? Call our good friend Tris at 603-731-3230, email [email protected] or visit gulfpointadvisors.com
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Pipe Dreams Podcast returns with filmmaker, journalist, photographer, and racer Anthony Sansotta, one of the emerging voices helping document the modern era of American motorcycle racing culture. Through his work behind the camera and his own experiences as a competitor, Anthony has built a unique perspective that bridges racing, storytelling, and the personalities that make the sport special. In this episode, Anthony reflects on his path from rider and racer to becoming a respected voice in motorcycle media. He discusses covering motocross and AMA Arenacross, developing documentary projects like Following Fillmore, and creating commercial content for brands including Indian Motorcycle and Polaris. He also shares stories from working around events as demanding as Dakar and what it was like to step away from the camera and make his own Super Hooligan debut. Beyond the racing itself, Anthony offers insight into the evolution of motorcycle media and why storytelling, atmosphere, and culture matter just as much as results sheets. Through Road Race Report and his work across the industry, he is helping shape a more modern approach to bringing fans closer to the sport. This is Anthony Sansotta. Follow @pipedreams_pod on social media! ____________________________________________________________________________________ Please support our partners: Yuasa Battery: Setting the standard for powersports batteries since 1979. Each and every day, it starts with us. - Find Your Battery: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/#batterysearch - Find Your Local Yuasa Dealer: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/find-a-dealer/ - Purchase Online: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/where-to-buy/ For more info visit https://www.yuasabatteries.com ____________________________________________________________________________________ Gulf Point Advisors: A Forward Thinking Wealth Advisory Firm Have financial questions or want to learn more about the benefits of professional money management? Call our good friend Tris at 603-731-3230, email [email protected] or visit gulfpointadvisors.com
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