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In this episode of the Rad Movie Podcast, Tony Donaldson sits down with Jamie Clarke, the actor who played Luke—Cru’s loyal friend and one of the most quoted characters in Rad (yes… “Gnarly!”).
Jamie takes us back to Calgary in the mid-’80s, when Rad rolled into town and he was just a teenager looking for a summer job. What started as a practical hustle—funding future ski adventures—turned into a life-altering moment when he caught the attention of Hal Needham and landed a speaking role that, in Jamie’s words, helped shape the direction of everything that followed.
From there, the conversation weaves through:
what it was like being a 17-year-old outsider on a set split between “Hollywood” and elite BMX riders
the behind-the-scenes reality of riding scenes (including who doubled him and why)
how movie moments like the taco’d wheel were created through classic film “magic”
and why Jamie and Bill Allen have maintained a rare, decades-long friendship that’s still going strong today
Then the interview opens up into something bigger: Jamie shares how the themes of Rad—commitment, risk, belief, and pushing into the unknown—mirrored his real life. Without turning it into a spoiler reel, you’ll hear how he transitioned from acting into entrepreneurship, public speaking, and an extraordinary adventure-driven career, including big-mountain expeditions and the mindset required to keep showing up when outcomes aren’t guaranteed.
If you love Rad history, behind-the-scenes stories, and interviews that go deeper than nostalgia, this one delivers—funny, thoughtful, and unexpectedly motivating.
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In this special episode of the Rad Movie Podcast, host Tony Donaldson sits down with Kellie McQuiggin, best known to fans as Foxy from the iconic 1986 BMX film Rad.

Kellie opens up about how she landed her very first film role, coming from a background in professional dance, modeling, and pageants — including the surprising opportunities she turned down because of Rad. She shares what it was like stepping onto a movie set with zero BMX knowledge, working with legendary director Hal Needham, and being part of a film that quietly grew into a full-blown cult phenomenon.

The conversation dives into behind-the-scenes memories from filming in Calgary and Cochrane, unforgettable cast moments, and stories fans have rarely (if ever) heard — from dangerous stunts and freezing river scenes to wild off-camera adventures involving musicians, movie legends, and unexpected friendships.

Kellie also reflects on rediscovering Rad decades later, attending anniversary reunions, and what it means to see new generations embrace a movie she never imagined would endure. The episode closes with thoughtful insights on hindsight, creative courage, personal growth, and why the upcoming 40th anniversary feels especially meaningful.

Whether you grew up rewinding the VHS, discovered Rad later in life, or just love hearing untold stories from cult-classic cinema, this episode delivers nostalgia, humor, and genuine reflection — without spoiling all the surprises.

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Dan McDonogh—best known as “Mophead Boy” in the 1986 BMX classic Rad—joins host Tony Donaldson for a fun, behind-the-scenes chat about filming the movie in Calgary, Alberta.

Dan talks about auditioning for director Hal Needham, why his hair was literally part of the job, and how he filmed the movie at 15 (then hit theaters when he was 16). He also shares stories from set at Bowness Park, the two Mophead Boy scenes fans never forget (plus the shirt he still owns), and how his early acting experience carried into a decades-long career in the fitness industry.

We also get into Rad’s long life as a cult favorite, treasured memorabilia (including an original 1986 theater poster), BMX fandom, GT bikes, and excitement for the upcoming 40th anniversary celebration.

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