John Buultjens

The Braw and The Brave is a podcast about people and their passions. N.B. This episode contains strong language and references physical and sexual abuse. See helpful links below if you have been affected by the issues referenced. Episode 128 is in conversation with BMX starJohn Buultjens. Growing up poor in 1970’s Drumchapel enduring his father’s violence, subsequently being placed in a children’s home and then being adopted and moving to Dundee, John recounts the significant moments in his life that inspired him to chase his dreams and leave the past in the past. Seeing the blockbuster film E.T. sparked a lifelong love affair with BMX which has taken him around the globe countless times. Firstly moving to Australia as a young man to pursue his goals, John now resides in California as global brand manager for Haro bikes. He has documented his life story in the book ‘Ride: BMX Glory, Against All The Odds, The John Buultjens Story’ and recently celebrated the release of ‘Ride’ on Amazon Prime (US) a movie inspired by his story starring rapper Ludacris. John is passionate about BMX and shares his truly incredible story to inspire and connect with others who dare to dream. Enjoy! Connect with John on Instagram https://instagram.com/johnbuultjens?igshid=1teoe0ooprrqt Helpful links: NAPAC (National Association of People Abused in Childhood) Helpline:  0808 801 0331 napac.org.uk Safeline ( a specialised charity working to prevent sexual abuse* and to support those affected in their recover) Women: 0808 802 9999 Men: 0808 800 5005 Young People: 0808 800 5007 Text: 07860 027 573 safeline.org.uk  The Survivors Trust Support, Advice & Info:  0808 801 0818 thesurvivorstrust.org RASAC (Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre) National Helpline:  0808 802 9999 rasasc.org.uk If you’ve enjoyed this episode please consider buying me a coffee via Ko-Fi to help support the production of future episodes. Thank you so much, Lisa #brawbrave https://ko-fi.com/thebrawandthebrave Follow The Braw and The Brave https://www.instagram.com/thebrawandthebravepodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/TheBrawandTheBrave https://twitter.com/BrawBrave See https://soundcloud.com/ for privacy and terms of use.