In this emotional and adrenaline-charged episode of What Shapes Us, Selema Masekela sits down with freestyle motocross legend Tyler Bereman (@tylerbereman) for an unforgettable conversation about risk, legacy, and healing. From his preschool dreams of going pro to 14 X Games medals, Tyler opens up about his deep-rooted passion for two wheels, the influence of his family’s racing lineage, and his relentless pursuit of creativity through freeriding.

But this episode goes far beyond dirt bikes. Tyler gets real about the toll of repeated injuries, including devastating concussions, and the quiet battle with mental health that followed. He shares how grief, therapy, and a commitment to self-work helped him heal from trauma and why projects like Red Bull Imagination and Zion’s House are reshaping how athletes approach performance, purpose, and vulnerability.

Whether you’re a fan of motorsports, an athlete dealing with your own mental health, or someone who’s just looking for a powerful story of grit and growth this one’s for you.

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25: Tyler Bereman on Motocross, Mental Health, and the Power of Resilience