In light of the incredible response to this episode we enlisted the expertise of a talented freelance content creator and copywriter who is also Autistic. Emily, SEN educator and writer has delved into this episode, offering a comprehensive exploration of key points and providing valuable resources for those wanting to learn more about the discussed topics. You can read the blog post here theridecompanion.co.uk/blogs/trc-news/the-rob-warner-podcast-deep-dive
As a parent of a child with Autism and ADHD. I'm so proud of Rob for speaking out about it. We always tell my son it's just a new norm. He is always Scott who has autism and not Autistic Scott. He rules it not it ruling him.Thanks Rob for bringing it out. Big respect.
It is your son's norm but greatness comes from being above the norm. The norm is being average and average does not raise the bar. Hopefully your son can learn to embrace what makes him who he is and allows it to take him to great heights.
@@dhrracer he is smashing it, so proud of him. He's now at college and wants to be a nurse. Yes he struggles but never complains. He just gets on with it.
This was genuinely very tough to listen to. Clearly Rob has been through a lot in the past few years and to then have all the shit with the world cups on top, it must have been a real emotional toll on him, almost akin to a bereavement. Fair play to him on being so completely open with you about it. It might sound silly but he's from the same generation as me and we don't always tend to open up about these things as much as the younger generation do. He wears his heart on sleeve and everyone wants to see him do well and succeed.
I'm a 50yr old and followed Rob for years and take my hat off to this interview. Rob is such a legend and one of the reasons I'm still into Mtb. I now teach young people with autism and adhd bike mechanics and mtb through a charity I set up over 10 years ago. Rob you are such an inspiration and I will be showing the kids I work with some of this podcast. Keep smiling 😃
Easily the best podcast I have ever listened to. He was a legend anyway but opening up like this which will help so many others puts him on another legend level!
Thanks to everyone who took the time to make this. Rob, you have a specific talent and character that many of us have enjoyed since your early DH days. Someone who is good at what they do and is popular, sometimes gets labelled as having a disorder or condition or not normal. Once we understand that none of us are normal unless we are in our right place like Rob has found, we will continue to fall foul of unhappiness on some level. Your normal fits somewhere, find your place.
It’s the best interview on podcast ever. Rob you legend. You have no idea how much you’ve helped thousands of people. It’s NOT a disorder. It’s a way of life. We will always be best people ❤❤❤
Rob is 100% the reason I started riding, I did Welsh language coursework in school on him, his ATX-One was the first high level bike I ever bought, I have never ridden anything but Giant. I'm 38 now and nowhere near as fit as I was when I was 14-18, but I still get on my bike. I have said before that Nikolai Rogatkin is the spirit animal of slopestyle. Rob Warner is the fucking God of all things MTB, I love every second of being on a bike, it is all because of him. I put watching this off, because I knew it would be this emotional, I know he will never see this, I'll probably never get to meet him to tell him, but if anyone gets the chance, tell him he made my life.
Big respect for Rob to open up and share this personal side of his life. So important for us to see (men especially) break down their walls and let us all in - Was and still will be the best MTB commentator!!
Thank you gents, this has probably been a great therapy session for a lot of people in the world. Raw, no BS, some interesting factual content with a nice balance of light hearted banter.
Rob I hope you one day read these comments and truly understand that commentating was not all you have ever been good at. I was a lad when you were ruling the roost. You inspired me and all my mates to push to progress and learn about a sport and lifestyle we loved. Thank you brother. I was lucky enough to ride with you at Farnham bmx track one day with Stefan gleed and cheesy Pete. You also visited hawley with Steve geal and a couple of others. Those days made my life mate. I’ve had struggles in my life with mental health but I will always look back on those days and smile. Thank you for being you and being such a great inspiration to so many of us. You taught me to be unashamed and unapologetic for my flaws. Hope life keeps getting better and better for you dude. Peace!
Oh my goodness, what a show!! Anyone who knows me knows that Rob is my absolute and number 1 hero... EVER! I'm a 55 (today) year old overweight knackered man, vicariously trying to live out my MTB dreams through my amazing son Jacob and this has blown me away, I'm in bits here 😢 Thank you Rob for letting me know it's ok to be me, I actually can "empathise". I have complex conditions too. I'm now even more honoured with the fact he took the time to be so nice to me at the Bike Show at Ally Pally last year and allow me to suggest/force my son to get a selfie with him (and Olly 😉) while I f'd up everything I fantasized for decades about sayi😮ng to him, I was so embarrassed. Thank god I didn't try and hug him, and I reeeally wanted to, maybe more now. Rob you're even more of a legend in my eyes now, if that's at all possible. This will have helped a lot of people and I hope it's helped you too, what you've done here was very brave. Don't ever try and change. What a coups for TheRideCompanion.
Can I just take it one step further🙏🏼 This is so much bigger thant autism, adhd and so on! This is a new way of being authentic, a new way of being a man. The amount of vulnerability and realness is just so fuck delighting to witness! Thank you so much for this heartfelt transformational and healing episode! May we all go ahead and follow Sir Rob Warners epic example. This is the way to be in the world! Talk about real shit and feel the load go instantly ❤🎉 Best episode ever! Looking so much forward to the film, and hearing your voice in commentry Rob! Just fucking run it💪🏼❤
Before listening to this, I was sad for what I lost not having Rob as a commentator on the races. Now I am sad for what Rob lost and can acknowledge that what I miss doesn't compare to what he does. Best to 'ya Rob.
Just watched this and thought this was one of the best Mental Health discussions i’ve watched. I’m a Mountain Biker, Firefighter, get anxiety, have family members with Autism, lost friends to suicide so this was a very relatable video. Thank you for the honesty, the laughs, inspiration to keep pedalling and knowing its alright to keep being ourselves 🤠👍
That’s some podcast I’m at the same age group as Rob and can totally understand where he was coming from at a school age of not being diagnosed as it wasn’t recognised, thanks for sharing as I think it will open a lot of people’s eyes
Totally relate our son has PDA too. He used to ride and was so good for him, but COVID has seemed to destroy his passion for bikes. So good of Rob being open about his journey and to your guys providing him the platform to speak out - huge respect and love.
I am struggling to express how I feel about this podcast. How exceptionally brave of Rob. I hope it inspires others in mountain biking to share their experiences, as there are so many in the industry who are neurodiverse.
I'm shocked Rob has such a similar story to myself. Got diagnosed with autism at 28 (now 33) and its completely changed my world. Super similar at school too I was a right nightmare and no-one really clocked on to why. Got kicked out of primary and secondary school, lifes been a wild mess ever since so getting a diagnosis was a proper "AHA" moment where everything suddenly made sense and alot of questions were answered. Stoked for you Rob, was already a massive fan but even more so now.
rob warner commentary on the danny hart run is not just the best mtb commentary, but one of the best commentaries of all time, period. I'm not even an MTB fan and i watched it a dozen times.
@@TheRideCompanion I only know him from the odd interview and his commentary but I'd say his commentary is pretty emotional - it's one of the characteristics that makes him so compelling to listen to, actually!
Without a doubt the most moving podcast I've ever watched. Sharing your experiences in such an open and honest way will have such a positive effect on others that are experiencing similar things in life. Thank you so much for sharing this in this way.
This one meant a lot, thank you for being so vulnerable Rob, some very relatable things to my current struggle and inspiring to see how you got through such a thing. Labels are just that, doesn’t change a damn aspect about the Warner we all love and respect. Cheers to all of you guys.
what an episode, I'm a big fan of you guys and a very big fan of Rob; RESPECT for that guy what an interesting, brave and amazing guy. I'm a neuropediatrician and a mountain biker, I'm seeing kids and adolescents (patients) with ADHD and Autism very often; talking about it making it normal by explaining to them and their families and giving tools and support for them to know how to deal with that different way of being makes such a big difference for everyone (patients and families).... thanks Rob for being open about it.... this is what we need in the world..... cheers mate!!!!
Now a lot makes sense after hearing Rob lay out how it is and feels to be Rob Warner! These seemingly stark contrasts between the wild Rob we heard stories about and the meticulous, passionate and yet professional Rob in the Red Bull booth suddenly add up - yea, its not a disorder, it's an ability! 👊 It seems all it took for him to channel it was the structure Red Bull provided and the result was and is something great! Dont you cock that up, Red Bull! Keep this man busy and everybody wins! 🎉
Rob is an absolute legend. Massive for him to open up like he did. While the World Cups have a different commentator now, Rob is a major voice of ALL Mountain Biking. "STAY ON YOU BIKE" ROB!!!
My daughter has autism! I’m dyslexic and a paramedic! When someone tells you you can’t! Go tell them to F right off! Why, because you can! You are are better than those who tell you you you can’t and always will be! Well done for telling your story and well done for hitting it straight on! Rob, you are an amazing person and you are an inspiration to so many! F everyone and keep being you!
This is real strong. Rob has always been rad and alternative and true and now he’s experienced and wise and balanced and a bloody wonderful human. You’re gonna be alright mate. You got this. 👍🏼
Rob Warner, you will always be one of the biggest legends in the history of MTB!! Your name will be remembered years into the future long after you're gone one day. THANK YOU for opening up and going full raw dog on this episode, and THANK YOU to Davi and Olly for bringing this absolutely epic interview to us! Stick around the community Rob, we got your back whatever you do. 💪❤🙌
Thank you so much for this episode and sharing so much of your personal life with us @Rob. You have no doubt supported hundreds, if not thousands of others by opening up and discussing your experiences with your mental health and personal struggles. We are happy to help and support people in our local communities via the humble bicycle that also might be experiencing similar, or different mental health difficulties. Thanks @the ride companion for supporting Rob and getting a message "out there" We are all just people, doing our thing, in a different way to others maybe BUT all just people.
@theridecompanion This was an amazing watch.. Thankyou to Rob and the team for sharing. With a recently diagnosed son with ASD, the simularities with Rob's behaviours are so very clear.. I fear for our lad, no doubt. He has so much to deal with in the future, growing up and coping with modern life. @Robwarner9700 Thankyou so much for sharing your experiences, emotions and amazing insights. Watching this has taught me so much and I'm sure, when our lad is old enough, this will be a great watch for him.
Huge props to Rob but equally to Dave and Olly too. Such a hard feat to pull off this interview so professionally. Considerate, honest and gave Rob the space he needed. He had the ability to open up thanks to you guys, a real testament to your relationship to him and your skill on the podcast.
Rob has been a genuine hero of mine for years from reading mbuk and even competing in some motorbike enduros against him over the years, and to see a bloke who appears so outgoing and confident confident break down like that broke my heart. I'm so glad he had the bollocks to show that side of him and prove that even mountain bike royalty can suffer with mental health demons. So glad he's coming out the other side. And fair play to the two of you for a brilliant interview 👍🍻
One of the best podcasts I've ever watched. Rob, kuddos for talking about all that, very brave dude. The world cups are poorer for the loss of you and the others, you brought something very special to the commentary.
Rob is incredible and this interview was enlightening. The voice of MTB forever as far as most of us are concerned. As for downhill on the snow at the olympics we tried that in a straight line format at an early winter X-Games in Big Bear and it was a one and done. Fans enjoyed riders flying into the airbag fence at the finish which was far from safe for the riders. Best of luck with that.
One of the best podcasts I’ve ever listened to….. sat here with tears rolling down my face …fair play to rob for opening up and making me see him in new light other than the absolute OG of downhill commentating 👏👏👏👏👏👏
From the bottom of my heart. Thank you for opening up. I’m 36, got diagnosed with autism at 30 and ADHD last week after a two year wait. But I have never heard about PDA until now. This is exactly me and I feel I can now understand myself and help others to now while hopefully also trying to improve myself. This is why we should all openly talk about mental health. Because it helps others more than you know. Big love and thanks again x
Best podcast for a long while. Huge ups to Rob Warner for being so open and transparent about his life and recent challenges. Thankfully we're finally starting to wise up on behavioral differences and normalizing them.
Man this was awesome to hear. If someone this successful as a commentator can operator with autism I’m sure I can live with my little problems. Thanks to you guys and to rob for being open with this. I’ve loved Rob’s commentary and his racing career as well. Always been a big fan and if anything this makes me respect him even more.
The best episode of TRC so far. Rob is an absolute legend - it takes guts to be so candid. Bravo to him for getting to the end of the tunnel and spreading his talents into new areas. The contribution that Rob made to the excitement of watching mtb racing coverage cannot be overestimated and it is such a shame for the sport that he no longer features. I truly wish that Rob finds his broadcasting home somewhere that can come as close as possible to the meaning he held with red bull mtb.
Massive respect to Rob. The best mountain bike commentator I've heard, but more importantly a decent human. Thank you for being so open about your struggles.
"Fighting for air harder than a Chilean Miner" might be one of the funniest, but darkest lines I've ever heard in commentary any where. This man is an international treasure. He is to Mountain Biking what Murray Walker was to Formula 1. My Son who doesn't even Mountain Bike asked "why does it sound like they're commentating on golf?" while I was watching the first round of this years world cup season.... Get this man back in the comm box.
This is hitting hard on many levels. Personally Rob, you are what makes the world cups mate and that's never going to be beaten. Also, my 8yr old boy is autistic, ADHD and PDA. I can already see the challenges he has got just to try and get through life (and what we are going to have to deal with!!!) but its people like you that will shine the light for him and us. He will find his way and will no doubt make a big impact on this world just like yourself. Embrace it, its a journey for sure but its without a doubt another feather to your cap. I look forward to what you're going to do next!
Wow! That was one of the most powerful podcasts I've ever seen. Well done for getting Rob to do it. The coverage now is shit, let's not mince words, I only watch the winners clips on TH-cam. I've been watching Rob since his Freecast days through Red Bull, It's the sport that I love, he's by far the best commentator for downhill. Keep strong Rob, I'm sure stuff will come up, those tossers at Discovery might even beg you to do it.
I relate to this so much, I've had a similar journey of discovery that Rob has been on. It is one of the reason I love MTB so much, when I'm on the trail I go into the hyper focus mode. I've found the best way I have been dealing with it is embracing it,
What a roller-coaster. Can totally relate to the feelings around losing his gig with the world cup. Took me years to get over getting medically discharged from the army. To have something you have worked so hard towards to be taken away from you for reasons out of your control is absolutely gut wrenching. Still bitter about it to this day tbh (20yrs on) I hope Rob finds peace within. Top geezer
Rob Warner "RUN IT", sounds like a great name for another video project or even a awareness program to help people with autism. Just my opinion but I thought I would share. Rob Warner is a legend and I for one will continue to watch anything he is involved with. LEGEND!
I have had the pleasure off meeting Rob several times and this interview just makes me love the man even more, Great respect to the biggest personality behind the sport Rob Warner 👊.
WOW What an episode - we have loved working with Rob over the last year and are proud to have him as a part of the invisiFRAME family. We love supporting The Ride Companion too and helping them to share such amazing, real stories. Keep up the great work !
Top podcast ! Rob Warner- what a legend. Such and open, honest and emotional journey. All the feels in this one.. your journey will help so many people who likely feel alone. 🤟
I am 10 years younger, rode bikes all my life and looked up to you and peaty etc back in the day. I've just been diagnosed ADHD and autistic. It's really helped watch this. Cheers Rob
Probably watched XCO from when Redbull first started and I see Rod like Nino. You are the fucken GOAT Rob, like you do your job so well because of your emotion, your passion, how intimate you are with the riders. no one will ever commentate in XCO, DH like you ever. You are a LEGEND, there just hasnt ever been a measurable level for your job where you stand up on a podium and we all clap hands and scream and shout for your win. You are the SHOW.
As someone a few years younger than Rob, he always was a total icon. He's always been someone to look up to and, bloody hell, this is even more so. What a complete legend.
I will say it again, Rob is brilliant, one of the all time greatest sports commentators. End of. He single handedly made world cup downhill worth watching. If hes not doing it, flat out im not watching. There is nothing to it without Rob. And Rob, I dont give a toss about your "diagnosis" as without your mental makeup, you just aren't "rob warner". Devil may care, fully unfiltered, two fingers up rebellion. The epitome of dh mtb pirate mystique. Only mad people throw themselves down a mountainside, you and Petey represented that. Get those two fingers back up and know you have legions of fans that like you as you are. Cheers Rob for years of top shelf banter!
Seriously now......I don't think it can be overstated how good this podcast episode was. Not only was this something all us fans have been waiting for, but the sheer honesty and emotion of this one from Rob was something I wasn't quite ready for. Huge, huge props to you Rob, as if you weren't already sky high in all of our estimations. All of your episodes are great, and the channel is just going from strength to strength (bravo boys), but this is a pure standout. I can see why it broke Rob and took him apart for so long - Rob became THE voice of DH racing, he became more than a commentator actually. When everyone confirms and relentlessly repeats that you're the best and are integral to the sport, and you absolutely love it, I can see how it might dismantle you when things change so dramatically. Then you have to wrestle with the genuine loss of something you love whilst also coming to terms with life-long difficulties and realisations of how and why so many aspects in your life have happened the way they have. Important episode guys, for so many reasons, mental health and 'disorders' (get rid of that term) especially, this'll be remembered for a long while.....
Love Rob, some of that was hard to watch seeing how emotional he got, but I know the feelings. Not quite the same but I was diagnosed with MS in 2020 and it gave me such relief to finally know what was wrong with me after 30 odd years of suffering with knee displacements, constant pain, etc. It made me appreciate my life again and even got me back on my bike (some days I can't).
I completely agree with Rob, it’s not a disorder, these are people who learn and process information differently. This actually is a good thing because they can see things from a different perspective. The education system should support different learning types, it currently only caters for a single type of person. It took me 4 years to get a diagnosis for my daughter, the school didn’t pick it up and her self worth is zero. Her whole school education has been ruined. Rob is an inspiration with this brave interview, top bloke.
he is so strong for doing this, totally inspiring, so important to talk to people when ur in a rut, hats off to rob, davey and olly , you were sooo good
Rob, you are amazing. I've been hooked for years. Just here to add that everybody has a superpower, but not all are able to discover it. You've found yours. IQ?... not sure what that is from a personality point of view. You have a huge IQ, but glad you're not hooked to much to that as something that matters as a person. Focus. Now there's a thing. When there's focus everythng in the world is fine, right? And being pulled out of a 'session' is discombobulating; shocking even.God I love focus. And prevarication and talking loudly, loudly a lot, and being so enthusitic is a joy, but can overpower others I'm told: I dont notice that and have to be told. The wife wont let me in a china shop; most of our mugs have broken handles. So, thank you mate and all the best. This is going to be a great year as we follow your exploits. Can't effing wait for RBHA !!!!
Thank you Rob for opening up. Only makes us love you more. I have a combination of things like dyslexia, pda, ocd, asbergers. It’s so good to hear someone say “so what, I’m just different”. Damn right. What even is normal. Thanks Olly and Davie too. You guys are all awesome.
I had put off listening to this one....for some odd reason. I know Rob well, consider him a friend and i've also worked with him as a team manager and was lucky enough to do a few Freecaster shows with him back in the day. I heard this episode was heavy so I was nervous to watch haha. As many had said, this was a fantastic episode. I've been with Rob in 'professional' situations and just hanging out with friends, they are always my favorite times, truly. Legend of a human and love that he is here on earth. AND-Cheers to you boys for navigating these topics so well. Nice one fellas.
One of the best podcasts of all time. Rob is part of a community- tv execs don't understand. He's become part of my life just from watching worldcups and loving downhill together. We are all better because of Rob's honesty and opening up to a community who loves him and all people struggling with normal.
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insane episode guys! keeps getting better and better. been here since the beginning🥳
I Do you feel better now. Shine the light Rob even if it’s brighter than most! Go ride.
Love rob and love you guys and the podcast. This was incredible and I’m so happy for rob to be able to get this off his chest!
More than you know...
As a parent of a child with Autism and ADHD. I'm so proud of Rob for speaking out about it. We always tell my son it's just a new norm. He is always Scott who has autism and not Autistic Scott. He rules it not it ruling him.Thanks Rob for bringing it out. Big respect.
It is your son's norm but greatness comes from being above the norm. The norm is being average and average does not raise the bar. Hopefully your son can learn to embrace what makes him who he is and allows it to take him to great heights.
i'm sure he's an amazing young lad with the world at his feet and if i ever met him i'd just call him Scott
@@dhrracer he is smashing it, so proud of him. He's now at college and wants to be a nurse. Yes he struggles but never complains. He just gets on with it.
ditto
This was genuinely very tough to listen to. Clearly Rob has been through a lot in the past few years and to then have all the shit with the world cups on top, it must have been a real emotional toll on him, almost akin to a bereavement. Fair play to him on being so completely open with you about it. It might sound silly but he's from the same generation as me and we don't always tend to open up about these things as much as the younger generation do.
He wears his heart on sleeve and everyone wants to see him do well and succeed.
I'm a 50yr old and followed Rob for years and take my hat off to this interview. Rob is such a legend and one of the reasons I'm still into Mtb. I now teach young people with autism and adhd bike mechanics and mtb through a charity I set up over 10 years ago. Rob you are such an inspiration and I will be showing the kids I work with some of this podcast. Keep smiling 😃
That’s amazing mate, please link us to the charity!
That’s AMAZING! Cheers to you for what you do!!!
Legend mate, I have both Autism and ADHD. Riding in the woods is my sanctuary and my place to go full zen. Really does my head the world of good!
Rob's a legend! if its possible he's even more of a legend for having the balls to open up like this.
"How does he sit down with balls that big!!" Mad respect for Rob! ❤
Easily the best podcast I have ever listened to. He was a legend anyway but opening up like this which will help so many others puts him on another legend level!
you need to listen to more podcasts
@@partickstar1135 112 others think otherwise!
Thank you Rob and TRC for such a candid interview!
Holy fuck this is a REAL episode. Mad respect to Rob, on a level that goes well beyond what I ever heard before.
Thanks to everyone who took the time to make this. Rob, you have a specific talent and character that many of us have enjoyed since your early DH days. Someone who is good at what they do and is popular, sometimes gets labelled as having a disorder or condition or not normal.
Once we understand that none of us are normal unless we are in our right place like Rob has found, we will continue to fall foul of unhappiness on some level.
Your normal fits somewhere, find your place.
Big ups Trev mate
It’s the best interview on podcast ever. Rob you legend. You have no idea how much you’ve helped thousands of people. It’s NOT a disorder. It’s a way of life. We will always be best people ❤❤❤
Thank you for the kind words, means a lot 🤙🏼♥️
Rob is 100% the reason I started riding, I did Welsh language coursework in school on him, his ATX-One was the first high level bike I ever bought, I have never ridden anything but Giant.
I'm 38 now and nowhere near as fit as I was when I was 14-18, but I still get on my bike.
I have said before that Nikolai Rogatkin is the spirit animal of slopestyle.
Rob Warner is the fucking God of all things MTB, I love every second of being on a bike, it is all because of him.
I put watching this off, because I knew it would be this emotional, I know he will never see this, I'll probably never get to meet him to tell him, but if anyone gets the chance, tell him he made my life.
Screenshot and sent directly to Rob for you. Big up for the kind words!
any man that can be this honest about himself is a fkn hero
So true. That mirror can be hard to look in sometimes huh?!
Rob isn’t just and excellent MTB commentator, he’s an excellent commentator full stop. Keep up the good work! 👍
Seconded
Big respect for Rob to open up and share this personal side of his life. So important for us to see (men especially) break down their walls and let us all in - Was and still will be the best MTB commentator!!
Thank you gents, this has probably been a great therapy session for a lot of people in the world. Raw, no BS, some interesting factual content with a nice balance of light hearted banter.
Rob opened up so much! ❤ What a legend!
Rob I hope you one day read these comments and truly understand that commentating was not all you have ever been good at. I was a lad when you were ruling the roost. You inspired me and all my mates to push to progress and learn about a sport and lifestyle we loved. Thank you brother.
I was lucky enough to ride with you at Farnham bmx track one day with Stefan gleed and cheesy Pete. You also visited hawley with Steve geal and a couple of others. Those days made my life mate.
I’ve had struggles in my life with mental health but I will always look back on those days and smile. Thank you for being you and being such a great inspiration to so many of us. You taught me to be unashamed and unapologetic for my flaws. Hope life keeps getting better and better for you dude. Peace!
Oh my goodness, what a show!!
Anyone who knows me knows that Rob is my absolute and number 1 hero... EVER! I'm a 55 (today) year old overweight knackered man, vicariously trying to live out my MTB dreams through my amazing son Jacob and this has blown me away, I'm in bits here 😢
Thank you Rob for letting me know it's ok to be me, I actually can "empathise". I have complex conditions too.
I'm now even more honoured with the fact he took the time to be so nice to me at the Bike Show at Ally Pally last year and allow me to suggest/force my son to get a selfie with him (and Olly 😉) while I f'd up everything I fantasized for decades about sayi😮ng to him, I was so embarrassed. Thank god I didn't try and hug him, and I reeeally wanted to, maybe more now.
Rob you're even more of a legend in my eyes now, if that's at all possible. This will have helped a lot of people and I hope it's helped you too, what you've done here was very brave.
Don't ever try and change.
What a coups for TheRideCompanion.
Can I just take it one step further🙏🏼 This is so much bigger thant autism, adhd and so on! This is a new way of being authentic, a new way of being a man. The amount of vulnerability and realness is just so fuck delighting to witness! Thank you so much for this heartfelt transformational and healing episode! May we all go ahead and follow Sir Rob Warners epic example.
This is the way to be in the world! Talk about real shit and feel the load go instantly ❤🎉
Best episode ever!
Looking so much forward to the film, and hearing your voice in commentry Rob!
Just fucking run it💪🏼❤
Get a grip ffs 🙄
Before listening to this, I was sad for what I lost not having Rob as a commentator on the races. Now I am sad for what Rob lost and can acknowledge that what I miss doesn't compare to what he does. Best to 'ya Rob.
Just watched this and thought this was one of the best Mental Health discussions i’ve watched.
I’m a Mountain Biker, Firefighter, get anxiety, have family members with Autism, lost friends to suicide so this was a very relatable video.
Thank you for the honesty, the laughs, inspiration to keep pedalling and knowing its alright to keep being ourselves 🤠👍
That’s some podcast I’m at the same age group as Rob and can totally understand where he was coming from at a school age of not being diagnosed as it wasn’t recognised, thanks for sharing as I think it will open a lot of people’s eyes
Thanks for the kind words and yes, hopefully this helps change some lives in positive ways
I am really looking forward to the Hardline races. Finally a chance for Rob to live his passion again.
Couldn’t be more excited!!
Massive stones for sharing your story, Rob! So glad to see that you have made it out the other side of the tunnel.
My son is PDA. It is so inspiring to see and tell of your success and struggles. I am older and probably am similar. You’re amazing, don’t stop.
Thanks for comment mate, means a lot!
Totally relate our son has PDA too. He used to ride and was so good for him, but COVID has seemed to destroy his passion for bikes. So good of Rob being open about his journey and to your guys providing him the platform to speak out - huge respect and love.
My son also has autism, ADHD & PDA. It's very interesting and encouraging to hear about your experience, Rob - thanks for sharing
I listened to this earlier on Spotify and nearly cried about 3 times. What a legend
I am struggling to express how I feel about this podcast. How exceptionally brave of Rob. I hope it inspires others in mountain biking to share their experiences, as there are so many in the industry who are neurodiverse.
Pretty sure it will, thank you!
All the feels for Rob man, so honest! Love you all
The LOVE in this episode is unREAL.
Great hosting.
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Great episode. Rob sounds exactly what my students go through teaching special Ed. Structure and straight forward is best.
I'm shocked Rob has such a similar story to myself. Got diagnosed with autism at 28 (now 33) and its completely changed my world. Super similar at school too I was a right nightmare and no-one really clocked on to why. Got kicked out of primary and secondary school, lifes been a wild mess ever since so getting a diagnosis was a proper "AHA" moment where everything suddenly made sense and alot of questions were answered. Stoked for you Rob, was already a massive fan but even more so now.
rob warner commentary on the danny hart run is not just the best mtb commentary, but one of the best commentaries of all time, period. I'm not even an MTB fan and i watched it a dozen times.
Haha so sick!
The chat about Asperger, the emotion. Sounded like empathy to me.
For sure
@@TheRideCompanion I only know him from the odd interview and his commentary but I'd say his commentary is pretty emotional - it's one of the characteristics that makes him so compelling to listen to, actually!
Without a doubt the most moving podcast I've ever watched. Sharing your experiences in such an open and honest way will have such a positive effect on others that are experiencing similar things in life. Thank you so much for sharing this in this way.
Wow, thank you!
This one meant a lot, thank you for being so vulnerable Rob, some very relatable things to my current struggle and inspiring to see how you got through such a thing. Labels are just that, doesn’t change a damn aspect about the Warner we all love and respect. Cheers to all of you guys.
Thank you and really hope you’re doing ok Max ♥️
@@TheRideCompanion appreciate that ❤️ much love to everyone on the podcast team and the listeners. See you Sunday for Rob’s film 🤘🏻
what an episode, I'm a big fan of you guys and a very big fan of Rob; RESPECT for that guy what an interesting, brave and amazing guy.
I'm a neuropediatrician and a mountain biker, I'm seeing kids and adolescents (patients) with ADHD and Autism very often; talking about it making it normal by explaining to them and their families and giving tools and support for them to know how to deal with that different way of being makes such a big difference for everyone (patients and families).... thanks Rob for being open about it.... this is what we need in the world..... cheers mate!!!!
Now a lot makes sense after hearing Rob lay out how it is and feels to be Rob Warner! These seemingly stark contrasts between the wild Rob we heard stories about and the meticulous, passionate and yet professional Rob in the Red Bull booth suddenly add up - yea, its not a disorder, it's an ability! 👊 It seems all it took for him to channel it was the structure Red Bull provided and the result was and is something great!
Dont you cock that up, Red Bull! Keep this man busy and everybody wins! 🎉
Rob Warner you are a legend for opening up to the world about this. So good to hear such a raw honest take on it all
Thanks for the comment Oscar mate!
Rob is an absolute legend. Massive for him to open up like he did. While the World Cups have a different commentator now, Rob is a major voice of ALL Mountain Biking.
"STAY ON YOU BIKE" ROB!!!
Please can we have a follow up podcast with Rob and Olly talking about Volcanoes.
Yes, what should we call it..:
That time Rob and Ollie got arrested :) @@TheRideCompanion
My daughter has autism! I’m dyslexic and a paramedic! When someone tells you you can’t! Go tell them to F right off! Why, because you can! You are are better than those who tell you you you can’t and always will be! Well done for telling your story and well done for hitting it straight on! Rob, you are an amazing person and you are an inspiration to so many! F everyone and keep being you!
We're so used to watching empty content, but sometimes there's content like this, warm and from the heart. Thanks Rob for open up like this. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks! We’ve done a few other good’uns over the years too! Haha
Rob is awesome. Big respect. And I do miss him at the races
This is real strong. Rob has always been rad and alternative and true and now he’s experienced and wise and balanced and a bloody wonderful human. You’re gonna be alright mate. You got this. 👍🏼
Rob Warner, you will always be one of the biggest legends in the history of MTB!! Your name will be remembered years into the future long after you're gone one day. THANK YOU for opening up and going full raw dog on this episode, and THANK YOU to Davi and Olly for bringing this absolutely epic interview to us! Stick around the community Rob, we got your back whatever you do. 💪❤🙌
Thank you so much for this episode and sharing so much of your personal life with us @Rob.
You have no doubt supported hundreds, if not thousands of others by opening up and discussing your experiences with your mental health and personal struggles.
We are happy to help and support people in our local communities via the humble bicycle that also might be experiencing similar, or different mental health difficulties.
Thanks @the ride companion for supporting Rob and getting a message "out there"
We are all just people, doing our thing, in a different way to others maybe BUT all just people.
Thanks for the kind words. Our pleasure, we just supplied the whiskey and environment
Luv Warner and his honnesty! World Cup broadcasts were not the same without him.
@theridecompanion
This was an amazing watch.. Thankyou to Rob and the team for sharing.
With a recently diagnosed son with ASD, the simularities with Rob's behaviours are so very clear..
I fear for our lad, no doubt. He has so much to deal with in the future, growing up and coping with modern life. @Robwarner9700 Thankyou so much for sharing your experiences, emotions and amazing insights. Watching this has taught me so much and I'm sure, when our lad is old enough, this will be a great watch for him.
Really kind words, thank you and yes… it’ll be here forever ♥️
Huge props to Rob but equally to Dave and Olly too. Such a hard feat to pull off this interview so professionally. Considerate, honest and gave Rob the space he needed. He had the ability to open up thanks to you guys, a real testament to your relationship to him and your skill on the podcast.
Rob has been a genuine hero of mine for years from reading mbuk and even competing in some motorbike enduros against him over the years, and to see a bloke who appears so outgoing and confident confident break down like that broke my heart. I'm so glad he had the bollocks to show that side of him and prove that even mountain bike royalty can suffer with mental health demons. So glad he's coming out the other side. And fair play to the two of you for a brilliant interview 👍🍻
Thanks Danny. It was really all Rob let’s be honest… haha
Rob you are a legend . That was an amazing thing to do.
Thanks for watching Neil mate!
One of the best podcasts I've ever watched. Rob, kuddos for talking about all that, very brave dude. The world cups are poorer for the loss of you and the others, you brought something very special to the commentary.
Thank you for the kind words!
Rob is incredible and this interview was enlightening. The voice of MTB forever as far as most of us are concerned. As for downhill on the snow at the olympics we tried that in a straight line format at an early winter X-Games in Big Bear and it was a one and done. Fans enjoyed riders flying into the airbag fence at the finish which was far from safe for the riders. Best of luck with that.
One of the best podcasts I’ve ever listened to….. sat here with tears rolling down my face …fair play to rob for opening up and making me see him in new light other than the absolute OG of downhill commentating 👏👏👏👏👏👏
Didn't think it was possible to Love Rob more!
Wait till you see Sundays video 😂
One of the most beautiful things we’ve ever seen. The Creed Family ❤
Amazing, and really important, interview. Thanks to Rob & all involved. Great work.💯
Thanks Darren mate!
31:14 “Ad break…?” -Rob’s voice crack 😂😂😂 love you Robbie stay true buddy🤘🏼🤘🏼
Very impressive to be able to chat about such personal stuff. Legend.
Rob Warner is my spirit animal
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From the bottom of my heart. Thank you for opening up. I’m 36, got diagnosed with autism at 30 and ADHD last week after a two year wait. But I have never heard about PDA until now. This is exactly me and I feel I can now understand myself and help others to now while hopefully also trying to improve myself. This is why we should all openly talk about mental health. Because it helps others more than you know. Big love and thanks again x
Thanks for the comment Maz. Good on ya mate
Best podcast for a long while. Huge ups to Rob Warner for being so open and transparent about his life and recent challenges. Thankfully we're finally starting to wise up on behavioral differences and normalizing them.
Man this was awesome to hear. If someone this successful as a commentator can operator with autism I’m sure I can live with my little problems. Thanks to you guys and to rob for being open with this.
I’ve loved Rob’s commentary and his racing career as well. Always been a big fan and if anything this makes me respect him even more.
The best episode of TRC so far. Rob is an absolute legend - it takes guts to be so candid. Bravo to him for getting to the end of the tunnel and spreading his talents into new areas. The contribution that Rob made to the excitement of watching mtb racing coverage cannot be overestimated and it is such a shame for the sport that he no longer features. I truly wish that Rob finds his broadcasting home somewhere that can come as close as possible to the meaning he held with red bull mtb.
Thank you!!!
Massive respect to Rob. The best mountain bike commentator I've heard, but more importantly a decent human. Thank you for being so open about your struggles.
"Fighting for air harder than a Chilean Miner" might be one of the funniest, but darkest lines I've ever heard in commentary any where. This man is an international treasure. He is to Mountain Biking what Murray Walker was to Formula 1.
My Son who doesn't even Mountain Bike asked "why does it sound like they're commentating on golf?" while I was watching the first round of this years world cup season.... Get this man back in the comm box.
This is hitting hard on many levels. Personally Rob, you are what makes the world cups mate and that's never going to be beaten. Also, my 8yr old boy is autistic, ADHD and PDA. I can already see the challenges he has got just to try and get through life (and what we are going to have to deal with!!!) but its people like you that will shine the light for him and us. He will find his way and will no doubt make a big impact on this world just like yourself. Embrace it, its a journey for sure but its without a doubt another feather to your cap. I look forward to what you're going to do next!
The reason why it got to you is because you were the voice of downhill mountain biking or mountain biking in general.we miss it.❤
Absolute legend. Well done on opening up and talking about it. Takes some balls to do. Looking forward to seeing more of you on TV.
See you Sunday!
Huge love and respect to Rob to sit there and throw his cards on the table and say what he’s said hands down what a legend he is
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Agreed… thanks for being part of it too!
Wow! That was one of the most powerful podcasts I've ever seen. Well done for getting Rob to do it.
The coverage now is shit, let's not mince words, I only watch the winners clips on TH-cam.
I've been watching Rob since his Freecast days through Red Bull, It's the sport that I love, he's by far the best commentator for downhill.
Keep strong Rob, I'm sure stuff will come up, those tossers at Discovery might even beg you to do it.
I relate to this so much, I've had a similar journey of discovery that Rob has been on. It is one of the reason I love MTB so much, when I'm on the trail I go into the hyper focus mode.
I've found the best way I have been dealing with it is embracing it,
One of your best episodes yet!
Thank you!! 🤙🏼
What a roller-coaster. Can totally relate to the feelings around losing his gig with the world cup. Took me years to get over getting medically discharged from the army. To have something you have worked so hard towards to be taken away from you for reasons out of your control is absolutely gut wrenching. Still bitter about it to this day tbh (20yrs on)
I hope Rob finds peace within. Top geezer
Rob Warner "RUN IT", sounds like a great name for another video project or even a awareness program to help people with autism. Just my opinion but I thought I would share. Rob Warner is a legend and I for one will continue to watch anything he is involved with. LEGEND!
I have had the pleasure off meeting Rob several times and this interview just makes me love the man even more, Great respect to the biggest personality behind the sport Rob Warner 👊.
Big ups Colin
Mr. Rob Warner.. Thank you. You are a different smart intelligent human being. Thank you TRC.
WOW What an episode - we have loved working with Rob over the last year and are proud to have him as a part of the invisiFRAME family. We love supporting The Ride Companion too and helping them to share such amazing, real stories. Keep up the great work !
Thanks guys ♥️
Top podcast ! Rob Warner- what a legend. Such and open, honest and emotional journey. All the feels in this one.. your journey will help so many people who likely feel alone. 🤟
Excellent interview, guys. Kudos to Rob, the man has guts.
Thanks Stan. Appreciate the kind words
I can't give this enough likes! Thank you Rob and TRC 🤩
Simply outstanding. What an inspirational person Rob is.
I am 10 years younger, rode bikes all my life and looked up to you and peaty etc back in the day.
I've just been diagnosed ADHD and autistic. It's really helped watch this. Cheers Rob
Probably watched XCO from when Redbull first started and I see Rod like Nino. You are the fucken GOAT Rob, like you do your job so well because of your emotion, your passion, how intimate you are with the riders. no one will ever commentate in XCO, DH like you ever. You are a LEGEND, there just hasnt ever been a measurable level for your job where you stand up on a podium and we all clap hands and scream and shout for your win. You are the SHOW.
As someone a few years younger than Rob, he always was a total icon. He's always been someone to look up to and, bloody hell, this is even more so. What a complete legend.
For sure, thanks for the positive vibes!
We all love and miss ya Rob.
From Australia.
I will say it again, Rob is brilliant, one of the all time greatest sports commentators. End of. He single handedly made world cup downhill worth watching. If hes not doing it, flat out im not watching. There is nothing to it without Rob. And Rob, I dont give a toss about your "diagnosis" as without your mental makeup, you just aren't "rob warner". Devil may care, fully unfiltered, two fingers up rebellion. The epitome of dh mtb pirate mystique. Only mad people throw themselves down a mountainside, you and Petey represented that. Get those two fingers back up and know you have legions of fans that like you as you are. Cheers Rob for years of top shelf banter!
Seriously now......I don't think it can be overstated how good this podcast episode was. Not only was this something all us fans have been waiting for, but the sheer honesty and emotion of this one from Rob was something I wasn't quite ready for. Huge, huge props to you Rob, as if you weren't already sky high in all of our estimations. All of your episodes are great, and the channel is just going from strength to strength (bravo boys), but this is a pure standout. I can see why it broke Rob and took him apart for so long - Rob became THE voice of DH racing, he became more than a commentator actually. When everyone confirms and relentlessly repeats that you're the best and are integral to the sport, and you absolutely love it, I can see how it might dismantle you when things change so dramatically. Then you have to wrestle with the genuine loss of something you love whilst also coming to terms with life-long difficulties and realisations of how and why so many aspects in your life have happened the way they have. Important episode guys, for so many reasons, mental health and 'disorders' (get rid of that term) especially, this'll be remembered for a long while.....
we love you rob!
Love Rob, some of that was hard to watch seeing how emotional he got, but I know the feelings. Not quite the same but I was diagnosed with MS in 2020 and it gave me such relief to finally know what was wrong with me after 30 odd years of suffering with knee displacements, constant pain, etc. It made me appreciate my life again and even got me back on my bike (some days I can't).
Awesome to hear mate. Stoked you got some positives from the episode
I completely agree with Rob, it’s not a disorder, these are people who learn and process information differently. This actually is a good thing because they can see things from a different perspective. The education system should support different learning types, it currently only caters for a single type of person. It took me 4 years to get a diagnosis for my daughter, the school didn’t pick it up and her self worth is zero. Her whole school education has been ruined. Rob is an inspiration with this brave interview, top bloke.
he is so strong for doing this, totally inspiring, so important to talk to people when ur in a rut, hats off to rob, davey and olly , you were sooo good
Thanks Stevie, really appreciate it
Rob, you are amazing. I've been hooked for years. Just here to add that everybody has a superpower, but not all are able to discover it. You've found yours. IQ?... not sure what that is from a personality point of view. You have a huge IQ, but glad you're not hooked to much to that as something that matters as a person. Focus. Now there's a thing. When there's focus everythng in the world is fine, right? And being pulled out of a 'session' is discombobulating; shocking even.God I love focus. And prevarication and talking loudly, loudly a lot, and being so enthusitic is a joy, but can overpower others I'm told: I dont notice that and have to be told. The wife wont let me in a china shop; most of our mugs have broken handles. So, thank you mate and all the best. This is going to be a great year as we follow your exploits. Can't effing wait for RBHA !!!!
Thank you Rob for opening up. Only makes us love you more. I have a combination of things like dyslexia, pda, ocd, asbergers. It’s so good to hear someone say “so what, I’m just different”. Damn right. What even is normal. Thanks Olly and Davie too. You guys are all awesome.
Thank you so much for the kind words
Everyone, please hit the like button hard for this episode so more people can see it. Incredible on so many levels. Much love Rob, you’re amazing.
This was phenomenal to watch!! I'd love to see Rob join Julian Porter, Kiri Bloore and gang on WRC coverage!!!
Thanks Tim mate!
I had put off listening to this one....for some odd reason. I know Rob well, consider him a friend and i've also worked with him as a team manager and was lucky enough to do a few Freecaster shows with him back in the day. I heard this episode was heavy so I was nervous to watch haha. As many had said, this was a fantastic episode. I've been with Rob in 'professional' situations and just hanging out with friends, they are always my favorite times, truly. Legend of a human and love that he is here on earth. AND-Cheers to you boys for navigating these topics so well. Nice one fellas.
Thanks Stik, really appreciate the kind words mate!
Rob, you’re an absolute legend and an inspiration. Keep being you, because you’re awesome and we love you and what you do.
One of the best podcasts of all time. Rob is part of a community- tv execs don't understand. He's become part of my life just from watching worldcups and loving downhill together. We are all better because of Rob's honesty and opening up to a community who loves him and all people struggling with normal.