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Speed Secrets Podcast

177 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 216 ratings

The Speed Secrets Podcast is all about high performance and race driving. In it, Ross Bentley has conversations with guests, resulting in tips, advice and inspiration you can take to the track. Digging into topics such as trail braking, cornering lines, race track specific advice, data acquisition and video analysis, upshifting and downshifting, handling and car setup, steering techniques, and the skill of using the throttle - all while driving on track - the goal is to not just entertain you, but also help you learn. Along the way, these conversations will get into why we drive on race tracks, igniting your passion for the sport. Each episode is 30 to 45 minutes in length – just right for listening to while on your way to work, to the track, or while you're working out. Oh, and in each episode - posted weekly - Ross will share one of his quick and effective Speed Secret tips.

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Episodes

No dumb questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 25

January 11, 2024 11:00 - 55 minutes - 44.4 MB

Welcome back to the last episode of No Dumb Questions (...but have no fear, we're not going far)! We sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. Sam Smith joins us again, and we talk a little about the new podcast we’ve just launched (it’s live now!), called "It’s Not the Car." Please go check it out right now, subscribe to it, and let us know what you think.  On this episode, Jeff, Sam, and I answer two great questions: 1...

No dumb questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 24

December 07, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 29.8 MB

Welcome back to another episode of No Dumb Questions! We sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. This episode is a little different… We introduce a guest “host,” Sam Smith, who we are launching a new podcast in January with. It’s called It’s Not The Car, and is all about stories learning things, and having fun. On this episode, Jeff, Sam, and I discuss how to better instruct intermediate level drivers and how to use dam...

No dumb questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 23

November 02, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 30 MB

Welcome back to another episode of No Dumb Questions! Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, Jeff and I discuss whether we’d prefer to deal with a driver that is also engineering minded or one that can't speak engineering and therefore wouldn't second guess or poke holes in the car setup? This question leads into our second question: if you're a one man show, both the driver and the en...

No dumb questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 22

October 05, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 33.2 MB

Welcome back to another episode of No Dumb Questions! Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, Jeff and I discuss the future of technology in motorsports, specifically around “driver-less” race cars. Is it still “racing” if there isn’t a human being inside the car piloting it - either thru remote control or an AI pilot? Jeff is one of the very best race car engineers in the world. H...

No dumb questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 21

August 31, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutes - 32.7 MB

Welcome back to another episode of No Dumb Questions! Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, Ross discusses proper head position during cornering, and Jeff dives into the differences in car setup between racing versus qualifying. Jeff is one of the very best race car engineers in the world. He’s engineered cars at every level, and every type: NASCAR, karts, club racing cars, Indy,...

No dumb questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 20

August 03, 2023 14:00 - 44 minutes - 35.3 MB

Welcome back to another episode of No Dumb Questions! Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers.   On this episode, Ross answers how a driver can clear his/her mind of finding the same person repeatedly and running his/her own race, and Jeff answers what speed “aero” downforce starts happening.   Jeff is one of the very best race car engineers in the world. He’s engineered cars at every level, and...

No Dumb Questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 19

July 20, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 33.5 MB

Welcome back to another episode of No Dumb Questions! Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, Jeff and I tackle two great questions: is there ever a time when you would use understeer to your advantage; is there anything in racing/car setup that is definitive and absolute or does the entire motorsport world really always come down to doing what works best for an individual scenario? ...

No dumb questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 18

June 01, 2023 10:00 - 48 minutes - 39.5 MB

Welcome back to another episode of No Dumb Questions! Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, Jeff and I discuss the best way to lean your body while turning; how to set up for a turn; and considerations when thinking about driver weight, ballast weight, and how to minimize the impact of uneven side to side weight. Jeff is one of the very best race car engineers in the world. He’s ...

No Dumb Questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 17

May 04, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 32.8 MB

Welcome back to another episode of No Dumb Questions! Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, Jeff and I discuss driver fatigue; driving style and car set up for bigger, heavier driver; and our favorite and least favorite turns on a race track from a car setup perspective versus driving perspective. Jeff is one of the very best race car engineers in the world. He’s engineered cars at...

No dumb questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 16

April 20, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 30.4 MB

Welcome back to another episode of No Dumb Questions! Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers.  On this episode, Jeff and I discuss what single quantifiable thing relating to a race car are we still unable to reliably measure that would be most useful for finding performance and eye placement when tracking a car. This week’s episode also features a bonus question… tune in to hear what question Ross has f...

No Dumb Questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 15

March 02, 2023 11:00 - 48 minutes - 38.8 MB

Hi there, thanks for joining us for another episode of No Dumb Questions! Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers.  On this month’s episode, Jeff and I discuss the validity of testing on used tires. We also dive into the concept of a “momentum car” and how the approach one takes when driving a “momentum car” may differ compared to other cars. Jeff is one of the very best race car engineers in the world...

No Dumb Questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 14

February 09, 2023 11:00 - 45 minutes - 36.7 MB

Welcome back to another episode of No Dumb Questions! Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, Jeff and I discuss how a track’s difficulty impacts a student’s learning curve, and we dive into drafting. Jeff is one of the very best race car engineers in the world. He’s engineered cars at every level, and every type: NASCAR, karts, club racing cars, Indy, GT and Prototypes, and even Top ...

No Dumb Questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 13

January 05, 2023 11:00 - 46 minutes - 37.5 MB

You’re still here… and it’s been a year! A great big thank you to all for tuning in each week to our new (not so new anymore) podcast series. We enjoy being here answering your questions each week. Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, Jeff and I discuss shaving off that last second off your ultimate pace, understanding the role of a limited slip differential in track driving, and whe...

No Dumb Questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 12

December 01, 2022 11:00 - 36 minutes - 28.9 MB

As we come out of the Thanksgiving weekend, stuffed to the brim (we almost needed to wave the red flag!), we want to thank you for your continued support over the years. We’re grateful you come back each month to listen to us chat away. And with bellies still full, time to green flag us into another episode of No Dumb Questions! (Ok, we’re done with the flag puns.) Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. ...

No Dumb Questions With Jeff Braun: Episode 11

November 03, 2022 10:00 - 41 minutes - 33.4 MB

Welcome back! Happy to have you join for another episode of No Dumb Questions! Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, Jeff and I discuss how to transition tracking a FWD to a RWD, how important it is to check tire temperatures with respect to set up changes, and if we could go back in time, what races we would want to be an engineer for and a driver in! It’s a good time this episode. T...

No Dumb Questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 10

October 07, 2022 17:00 - 35 minutes - 28.3 MB

More rain on the pavement means it’s officially October, which means another episode of No Dumb Questions! Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, Jeff and I discuss when cross weight is appropriate on a road racecar to favor turning in one direction over the other, and dive deep into high-speed sweepers. Tune in for our new series!⁠

No Dumb Questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 9

September 01, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 26.2 MB

You're still here? Just in time for another episode of No Dumb Questions! Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, Jeff and I discuss if a tire gives its peak grip on tarmac at around 10 degrees slip angle, why do rally cars on tarmac exceed this and in some cases practically drift around slow corners. We also dive into when the performance of the car/driver isn’t where you want it to be...

No Dumb Questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 8

August 04, 2022 10:00 - 41 minutes - 33.1 MB

Thank you for joining us for another episode of No Dumb Questions. Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers.  On this episode, Jeff and I discuss what kinds of unspoken tricks or mind games pro drivers use on track (clean or dirty!) and whether the roll center theory is the opposite of the driving theory. Tune in for our new podcast series!⁠

No Dumb Questions With Jeff Braun: Episode 7

July 07, 2022 10:00 - 42 minutes - 33.8 MB

Welcome back to another episode of No Dumb Questions. Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, Jeff and I answer how you know where your End-of-Braking point is and if you can you use data to find it. We also discuss a common race car driver pastime: roasting your own coffee blends! Tune in for our new podcast series!

No Dumb Questions With Jeff Braun: Episode 6

June 09, 2022 10:00 - 43 minutes - 34.9 MB

Welcome back to another episode of No Dumb Questions. Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, Jeff and I tackle three big questions: 1) whether you should track test before testing on a 7-post rig and in wind tunnel (or the other way around) 2) what a K&C rig does and when you should use it and 3) whether you should ever use maintenance throttle and whether professionals disagree on this....

No Dumb Questions With Jeff Braun: Episode 5

May 05, 2022 10:00 - 43 minutes - 35 MB

Did you miss us? We’re back with another episode of No Dumb Questions. Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, we share the craziest ideas we’ve had that no one thought would work… but ended up working really well. Buckle up, this is a fun one. We also answer a more technical question – with unlimited resources and no rules, would tires or aerodynamics yield the fastest lap times? Tune i...

No Dumb Questions with Jeff Braun: Episode 4

April 07, 2022 10:00 - 45 minutes - 36.4 MB

The start of April means… another episode of No Dumb Questions! Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, we discuss how to start approaching car set-up as an amateur endurance racer. Lots to discuss here. We also address what works best in the rain from a driving and set-up perspective. Tune in for our new series! Jeff is one of the very best race car engineers in the world. He’s engin...

No Dumb Questions With Jeff Braun: Episode 3

March 03, 2022 14:00 - 37 minutes - 30 MB

Good news, we have a new episode of No Dumb Questions for you. Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, we address out-braking someone in a turn. We also dive into whether we’d rather work with a driver with no technical background who doesn’t argue with setup, or a driver with a technical background who is also driver-seat quarterbacking the changes and second guessing setup. Tune in for ...

No Dumb Questions With Jeff Braun: Episode 2

February 03, 2022 14:00 - 38 minutes - 31 MB

…And we’re back with a new episode of No Dumb Questions! Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, we address how to give better feedback to someone helping with the setup, and how we could have called F1 Abu Dhabi for Red Bull, Mercedes, and Race Control. Tune in for our new series! Jeff is one of the very best race car engineers in the world. He’s engineered cars at every level, and eve...

No Dumb Questions With Jeff Braun: Episode 1

January 06, 2022 14:00 - 41 minutes - 33.4 MB

Welcome to a new podcast series, No Dumb Questions. Jeff Braun and I sit down to answer your questions, and we promise – there are no dumb questions, maybe just some dumb answers. On this episode, we address how to get comfortable with high speed corners, how to approach a situation where a faster setup is not what makes the driver most comfortable, and what we are most looking forward to in 2022. Tune in for our new series! Jeff is one of the very best race car engineers in the world. He’...

192 - Sim Racer Academy & Teamwork

November 18, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MB

Today’s podcast is a “special” episode… that’s because we just launched the Speed Secrets Sim Racer Academy, and I wanted to have a conversation here with my team who has helped make this happen. Anker Berg-Sonne, Conor Murphy, and Ron Gale are my guests today. Why should you care? Why should you listen in? If you’re a sim racer, you will be interested in hearing about the Sim Racer Academy. If you’re not a sim racer, there’s some things we’ll talk about that will still help you be a be...

Podcast 191 – Ross Bentley: Driving with the End in Mind

April 29, 2021 10:00 - 18 minutes - 15.5 MB

This week is an important podcast episode with a special announcement. I’m taking a break from the podcast for “a while” to work on some new exciting things… :). How long is “a while?” I don’t know. But I will record a few random episodes here and there when I get an opportunity to record a conversation with someone super interesting, or I’m at a fun event. My Speed Secret: Drive with the end in mind. I’ll still share free information and new content through Ask Ross posts on SpeedSecret...

190 - Brian Ghidinelli: Making a Racing Comeback

April 22, 2021 10:00 - 45 minutes - 36.7 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, Brian Ghidinelli, founder of Motorsportsreg.com, joins me to talk about how to make a comeback in racing, focusing on the basics – vision, braking, steering, throttle – first, then racecraft and the track, the importance of focusing on one’s own performance and not the lap times or competition, and how competitive nature can interfere with having fun! Brian also shares his personal experience with preparing to compete in the SCCA Runoffs at In...

189 – Tom Long: The Fastest Driving Style

April 15, 2021 10:00 - 49 minutes - 40.6 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secrets podcast, my good friend Tom Long joins me to discuss all things driving styles! We uncover what a driving style is, which driving style is the fastest, and different driving styles for RWD vs. FWD vs. AWD; and for aero versus non-aero cars. Tom also dishes on the importance of “hand speed” – the quickness of turning the steering wheel into a corner. Tom’s Speed Secret: It’s all about quality seat time, not just the amount of seat time. Check out To...

188 – Mark Martin: How to Win an Endurance Race Series Championship

April 08, 2021 10:00 - 51 minutes - 42.2 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, I am joined by Mark Martin (who owns and runs the W2W race team in World Racing League events). We discuss the number one thing that successful teams do to win, what makes the best endurance drivers, the pros and cons of starting your own race team, and how to balance being the team owner and driver. Mark’s Speed Secret: Have and listen to a coach. Check out Mark Martin below! Web: W2W.racing Social media: @w2wracing W2W Racing, aka “T...

187 – Andy Pilgrim: How to Have a Long Driving Career

April 01, 2021 10:00 - 50 minutes - 41.3 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, Andy Pilgrim joins me to discuss how to have a long career driving race cars! We get into the importance of learning how to learn so you can always improve, having a hook or trigger to switch your mind on, and how to think strategically and tactically in races. He also shares about co-driving with Johnny O’Connell, Ron Fellows, and Allan McNish. Andy’s Speed Secret: Make sure your head is in the right place. Andy Pilgrim was born in the U....

186 – Dr. David Ferguson: the Science of Motorsport Human Performance

March 25, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, I am joined by Dr. David Ferguson! Dr. Ferguson runs the Spartan Motorsport Performance Lab at Michigan State University and is the author/editor of The Science of Motorsport book. Topics range from dyslexia and diabetes to heart rate variability and the vision techniques of the very best drivers. We also talk about how equal females are to males in racing, and nature versus nurture. Ultimately, it’s all about how you can perform better as a d...

185 – Johannes van Overbeek: the Lessons We Learn From Racing

March 18, 2021 10:00 - 54 minutes - 44.4 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, Johannes van Overbeek joins me to talk about the lessons we learn from racing that apply to other areas of our lives – things like “lazy decision,” having too much money (yes, it’s possible!), the pros and cons of technology, and how to manage one’s passion and enthusiasm for something. Oh, and we talk about our co-experience with the Garmin Catalyst. Johannes’s Speed Secret: Make sure your equipment is the best it can be. Look ahead. K...

184 – Ask Ross Edition #3: A Q&A Session with Ross & Guest Host Bill Fischer

March 11, 2021 11:00 - 54 minutes - 74.8 MB

It’s time for another special edition of the Speed Secrets Podcast! In a new format, Bill Fischer (of the Garage Heroes In Training podcast) hosts this episode, turning the tables on Ross, who answers Bill’s questions. Specifically, in this episode, Bill asks Ross about how to best drive the Keyhole at Mid-Ohio, Turns 5-7 at Road Atlanta, Turns 2 & 9 at Laguna Seca, and Turn 7 at Portland International. Check out Bill Fischer and Ross Bentley below https://garageheroesintraining.com http...

183: Jim Kearney – How to win more often & using a driver coach

March 04, 2021 11:00 - 52 minutes - 42.4 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, I talk with super-successful driver coach, Jim Kearney, about driver coaching. We discuss when a driver is ready and will get the most out of a coach. We also get into how to trigger a performance state of mind, one that will help you perform at your peak on the track. Jim’s Speed Secret: Simplify! Check out Jim Kearney below https://kearneykdd.com Jim is a driver coach who raced Formula Vee himself for years before turning his attentio...

182 - Jay St. Claire, Colin Pascik & Aaron Brooks - Ranger Road & Vets Racing

February 25, 2021 11:00 - 57 minutes - 46.6 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, I talk with Jay St. Claire, Colin Pascik, and Aaron Brooks of Ranger Road Motors (a team that competes in LeMons races, giving Vets a chance to start racing). We discuss the start of Ranger Road Motors, what it’s like for an amputee Vet to jump behind the wheel of a race car for the first time, what it’s like to work with a Vet with PTSD, how to adapt a race to drivers missing a limb, and the number one biggest challenge that first-timers face...

181 – Brian Bohlander: How to Land a Racing Sponsor

February 18, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 38.1 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, Brian Bohlander, racer and director of sports marketing for the company that owns PEAK Antifreeze, joins me to discuss what to do (and not do) to land a motorsport marketing partner/sponsor. Want to know the biggest mistake racers make? Tune in to find out! Brian’s Speed Secret: Reach out and ask people in the sport for opportunities. Check out Brian Bohlanderbelow: https://www.brianbohlander.com brianbohlanderracing.com Brian Bohlande...

180 - Ask Ross Edition #2: A Q&A Session with Ross & Guest Host Bill Fischer

February 11, 2021 11:00 - 48 minutes - 39.7 MB

Bill Fischer (of the Garage Heroes In Training podcast) hosts this episode, turning the tables on me and asking all your burning questions. In this episode the topic of racing jargon is talked about, specifically “talking tires,” “geometric line,” apex angle,” “both feet in,” and “car rotation.” Check out Bill Fischer below https://garageheroesintraining.com https://speedsecrets.com

179 – James Colborn: The Exhilaration of Open Wheel Racing

February 04, 2021 11:00 - 51 minutes - 42 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secret Podcast, James Colborn joins me to discuss everything open wheel racing, what it’s like to race during the pandemic, and racing in British Formula Ford. We also offer tips on racing in the rain. James Colborn’s Speed Secret: Get comfortable with what data can do for you. James started racing in 2009. A graduate of the ProFormance Racing School in Seattle Washington, James acquired his first race license from the International Conference of Sports Ca...

178 – Loni Unser: Learning Racing at the Dinner Table

January 28, 2021 11:00 - 50 minutes - 40.8 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secret Podcast, Loni Unser (yes, of THE Unser family) joins me to talk about her absolute love of the sport. Can you guess what the number one thing is that she’s learned from her family who has a total of 9 Indy 500 wins? She dishes. We also discuss the importance of patience in racing, how important confidence is – especially for a woman in racing, and why “never coast” is bad advice. Loni’s Speed Secret: Dedication and hard work – that’s what it takes, ...

177 – Don Kitch: Do-Overs & Do-Agains 2021

January 21, 2021 11:00 - 51 minutes - 41.8 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, Don Kitch, old friend and founder/owner/chief instructor of ProFormance Racing School, shares what he would do differently if he could do it all over again. We also discuss fear, micromanaging, knowing when to call it quits, the downside of instructing, and the pros and cons of keeping your club racing equipment when going pro racing. Don’s Speed Secret: Do it differently. Look for different ways, because there’s always more. Don Kitch has...

176 - Ask Ross Edition #1: A Q&A Session with Ross Bentley & Guest Host Bill Fischer

January 14, 2021 12:00 - 51 minutes - 41.7 MB

This week we have a special episode of Speed Secrets Podcast: Ask Ross Edition! Guest host Bill Fischer (of the Garage Heroes In Training podcast) turns the tables on me and asks me all the questions you’ve ever wanted to know. Specifically, in this episode, we discuss the topic of coaching – what is a driver coach, what makes a successful driver coach, and more! Check out Ross Bentley and Bill Fischer below: https://garageheroesintraining.com https://speedsecrets.com

175 - Matt Romanowski: Dive Into Data

January 07, 2021 11:00 - 59 minutes - 48 MB

In this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, Matt Romanowski (driver, instructor, coach, and data guru) joins me to dive into all things data and data systems! Specifically we dive into focusing on the speed channel, looking for lack of throttle, and braking issues. We also discuss off-season prep – what drivers can do to help them best prepare getting back on the track! Matt’s Speed Secret: Visualize – practice visualization in all areas of your life. Matt Romanowski participated i...

174 – Michele Graaff: A Late (Driving) Bloomer

December 31, 2020 11:00 - 55 minutes - 45 MB

In this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, I am joined by driving enthusiast Michele Graaff. We discuss the misperception that everyone in motorsport is an adrenaline junkie, and the importance of learning, progression, and self-improvement. She shares her experience in HPDE as a woman, and how to make our sport more inclusive and inviting to all. We also compare “hard skills” and “soft skills.” Michele’s Speed Secret: Take up your space. Michele is 46 (late bloomer!), a graduate p...

174 – Michele Graf: A Late (Driving) Bloomer

December 31, 2020 11:00 - 55 minutes - 45 MB

In this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, I am joined by driving enthusiast Michele Graf. We discuss the misperception that everyone in motorsport is an adrenaline junkie, and the importance of learning, progression, and self-improvement. She shares her experience in HPDE as a woman, and how to make our sport more inclusive and inviting to all. We also compare “hard skills” and “soft skills.” Michele’s Speed Secret: Take up your space. Michele is 46 (late bloomer!), a graduate pro...

173 – Bryce Kliewer: the Intersection of Racing and Business

December 24, 2020 11:00 - 52 minutes - 42.3 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, Bryce Kliewer joins me as we go in depth about the lessons learned from racing that apply to business – and vice versa. We also touch on how autocross teaches car control, and compare autocross to time trials to road racing! Bryce’s speed secret: No one wins a championship alone. Bryce’s ran the Analytics and Business Intelligence at Coldwater Creek, helping to double the size of the business up to a $1b retailer, through catalog, web sale...

172 – Mark Boudreau: Motorsport Prospects & the Business of Motorsport

December 17, 2020 11:00 - 52 minutes - 43 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, Mark Boudreau joins me to discuss the business of motorsport and the importance of being flexible with one’s career – doesn’t matter if it’s pro racing, autocross, rallycross, track days, indoor karting, etc. We also detail common errors that drivers make, and he explains how his law background helps him play devil’s advocate for drivers, asking the tough questions. Mark’s Speed Secret: Perseverance – never give up and always keep improving....

171 – Eric Kaul: Better Call Kaul

December 10, 2020 11:00 - 51 minutes - 41.4 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, I sit down with Eric Kaul to discuss why the social aspect and community of our sport are so important, the High Performance Driving & Racing Enthusiasts community, and the balance between inclusiveness and exclusivity. We also talk about the impact of fitness and nutrition on performance. Eric’s Speed Secret: Get your fitness and nutrition under control. Eric Kaul knows just about everyone and if he doesn’t - it’s only a matter of time.  ...

170 – Stefan Rzadzinski: the Race of Champions

December 03, 2020 11:00 - 49 minutes - 40.2 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, Stefan Rzadzinski joins me to discuss how he got into and competed in the Race of Champions against Sebastian Vettel, Juan Montoya, Tom Kristensen, Pieter Solberg, Kurt and Kyle Busch, David Couthard, Alexnader Rossi, and James Hinchcliffe. We also get into limits – how to sense your car’s limits, and how to trust yourself to test those limits. Do you wonder when to focus on improving your car’s setup versus when to focus on your own driving? ...

169 – Tom Roberts: Get in the Flow

November 26, 2020 11:00 - 54 minutes - 44.1 MB

On this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, I talk with my good friend Tom Roberts about flow, or getting “in the zone.” Tom recently wrote a 4-part article in Speed Secrets Weekly about his research and experience with the state of flow from a neuroscience and more spiritual perspective – and how fear impacts it. It’s all about how to perform at your best when on the track (or off). We talk mindfulness, mindset, awareness, fear, ego, and how these help you become a better driver. Tom...

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