Standing on the Shoulders of Giants with Randy “Detroit” Hayward | One Gang Ep. 097

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We're joined by Randy “Detroit” Hayward, an antique motorcycle collector, historian, and educator committed to preserving the stories of early Black motorcyclists and the forgotten legacy of vintage bikes. 

Detroit is a renowned vintage bike collector, Harvard-educated teacher, and creator of projects dedicated to preserving motorcycle history and Black cultural heritage through live exhibits and curated events. 

Timestamps: 

00:00 Introduction to Randy “Detroit”Hayward
00:37 Welcome to the One Gang Worldwide Podcast
01:42 Breaking the Ice with Detroit
07:42 Detroit’s Early Life and Family
11:51 Military Service and Life Lessons
27:51 The Detroit Antique Motorcycle Show
33:35 Traveling Black History Museum
44:33 Mentorship and the Spark Program
56:32 Designing the Vintage Electric Bike
58:26 The Born Free Invitation
01:00:19 Building the 26 P Shooter
01:03:25 The Connection Between Motorcycles and Identity
01:05:27 The Future of Motorcycling
01:16:45 The Legacy of Detroit
01:19:17 Upcoming Projects and Events
01:33:42 The Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club
01:42:38 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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