Speed Secrets Podcast
177 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 217 ratingsThe 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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119 – Johannes van Overbeek: How to Win Endurance Races
April 11, 2019 10:00 - 49 minutes - 40.9 MBJohannes van Overbeek and I reminisce about the time we spent together at ESM Patron Racing, and he gives away all of his secrets about winning endurance races. We then compare right-foot with left-foot-braking, how a driver can be a nice laid back guy out of the car and yet be a killer behind the wheel, and why he recently retired from regular race driving. Johannes has won the Rolex 24 at Daytona, the Sebring 12-hour, Petit Le Mans, raced at Le Mans, and won the Thunderhill 25-hour race ...
118 – Trevor Ashline: Head & Neck Restraint Devices – What You Need to Know
April 04, 2019 10:00 - 48 minutes - 40.3 MBTrevor Ashline joins me to talk about the latest in head and neck restraint devices, as well as all sorts of other safety related topics. As VP of Engineering and Product Development for Simpson Performance Products, and a motorsport enthusiast himself, he knows his stuff – and shares it with you in this show. Should a HANS or Hybrid-S device be used with airbags? With standard OEM Seatbelts? How long do these devices stay safe? How do they interact with seats and roll cages? These are just ...
117 – Richard Kelley: Waiting – A Photojournalist’s View of F1 in the 70s & 80s
March 28, 2019 10:00 - 54 minutes - 45.1 MBRichard Kelley joins me to talk about his experience of capturing some of the most incredibly powerful images of F1 drivers from 1972 to 1984. His photos of Niki Lauda, James Hunt, Jackie Stewart, Alain Prost, Nelson Piquet, Gilles Villeneuve and others will connect with you and either make you smile, get goose bumps, or cry. His perspective as someone who has closely observed some of the best drivers in the world, as well as raced himself, make his advice about visualization, situational aw...
116 – Spencer Pumpelly: How to Brake, Pass & Not Use Fluff
March 21, 2019 10:00 - 59 minutes - 49.1 MBSpencer Pumpelly and I talk about what karting doesn’t teach, how to brake with ABS and release them to rotate the car, why an early apex is better than a late one, when a pass really begins, corner entry speed, and the importance of eliminating the fluff (that part throttle stuff that does more harm than good). Oh, and we also touch on the similarities between flying helicopter and performance driving (just in case you’ve always wanted to know!). Spencer currently races for Magnus Racing ...
115 – Peter Puffer: The Psychology of HPDE Instructing
March 14, 2019 10:00 - 46 minutes - 38.5 MBPeter Puffer joins me to talk about why we do what we do (driving fast around race tracks), the psychology of instructing a driver on track, and what makes a great instructor (hint: observing and paying attention to the student is a good place to start!). Peter also talks about how too much, and also too little, anxiety can negatively impact performance. Peter, who is a psychologist as a profession, grew up around motorsport and started driving in HPDE events and track days back in 1997. S...
114 – Wallace Bradley: How to Know When to Stop Performance Driving
March 07, 2019 11:00 - 46 minutes - 38.5 MBWallace Bradley joins me to talk about that thing we don’t want to talk about: when to stop driving. Whether it’s age, money, risk, or “been there, done that,” there comes a time when we all need to make a decision to cut back on our driving or stop cold turkey. How should we make that decision, and then do it? Wallace started high-performance driving about ten years ago, and has been participating mostly in PCA events at tracks primarily in eastern North America ever since. Like many, he ...
113 - Dave Weckl: The Rhythm of Driving (& Drumming)
February 28, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBDave Weckl, a drumming legend, joins me to talk about the rhythm of driving and drumming, how playing music relates to performance driving, and what makes the best performers in anything great. Dave is a true drumming legend. Modern Drummer magazine inducted Dave into their Hall of Fame and named him one of the 25 best drummers of all time, and he’s played with performers like Paul Simon, Madonna, Robert Plant and Chick Corea. He also has his own band, tours a lot, and has an online traini...
112 - Dr. Shannon Irvine: Psychology, Neuro-science & Performance Driving
February 21, 2019 11:00 - 52 minutes - 43.4 MBDr. Shannon Irvine joins me to talk about mindset, confidence, mental triggers, fear… and so much more about the mental game of performance & race driving. We all know that the mental game is what makes the difference on the track – but what do we do about it? Shannon shares some deliberate strategies to help you improve your driving performance. Dr. Shannon Irvine is an Entrepreneur, High Achievement Mentor, Host of the Epic Success Podcast, a PhD. in Neuro-Psychology and a Philanthropist...
111 – Adam Jabaay: Slip Angle, Gridlife & How to Grow Driving Events
February 14, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBAdam Jabaay is back (he was my guest on Episode #11), and we’re talking about his Slip Angle podcast, about the Gridlife events, and what makes a great driving event. He tells us about how Gridlife is launching a wheel-to-wheel race series (Touring Cup), and what brings young drivers and spectators to driving events. Adam races a Honda in SCCA and NASA events, is a founder and organizer of the Gridlife events, hosts the Slip Angle podcast, and has a passion for older motorhomes. Having pur...
110 – Don Kitch: The Art of Racing in the Rain
February 07, 2019 11:00 - 41 minutes - 34.1 MBDon Kitch joins me to talk about the art of racing in the rain, as we sit together at Pacific Raceway in Seattle, the very place where Garth Stein’s book, The Art of Racing in the Rain came to life – and the “home” of the upcoming Patrick Dempsey movie. Don and I dissect eight of my Speed Secrets that are aimed at driving fast in the rain, as well as our love for simply being at a race track. Don and I have been close friends for over 25 years, and have worked together throughout that time...
109 – Greg Woodrow: Why Aussie V8 Supercar Drivers are So Good
January 31, 2019 11:00 - 49 minutes - 41.1 MBGreg Woodrowjoins me to talk about what makes those crazy Aussie V8 Supercar drivers so good, and specifically the training they have all had racing Formula Ford. We also talk about the state of motorsport in Australia, the advice that Luke Youldon and Bruin Beasley of Erebus gave during my Inner Speed Secrets seminar in Melbourne, and finally, some of the fun that we had together – and what we learned – when I was down-under recently. Greg is the owner of G-Force Motorsport and G-Force Ev...
108 – Chuck Tucker: Life of the HPDE Instructor
January 24, 2019 11:00 - 52 minutes - 43.2 MBChuck Tucker joins me to talk about HPDE instructing – what the best instructors do, how the classroom sessions need to work with the in-car instruction, the secret of the “secret goal,” and the best driving drills being used today. Chuck, who is an engineering professor in real life, changes into his superman instructor suit when instructing with NASA Great Lakes Region, as well as the PCA and BMW clubs. Chuck’s Speed Secret: Ask your student questions – then listen. You can find Chuc...
107 – Andy Pilgrim: Dale Sr, Winning & Teaching Parents to Be Better Role Models
January 17, 2019 11:00 - 58 minutes - 48 MBAndy Pilgrim joins me to talk about racing and traffic safety education. He tells us about his experience co-driving with Dale Earnhardt Sr and Jr at Daytona, why he’s won so often, and the work he’s doing in the traffic safety education world – and why you should care. Andy tells you how you can get free copies of the training videos he’s produced. Andy has won in just about everything he’s driven from the factory Corvettes to Cadillacs. He’s committed to giving back by helping save young...
106 – Randy Beikmann: The Ideal Cornering Line
January 10, 2019 11:00 - 49 minutes - 41.1 MBRandy Beikmann joins me to talk about the ideal line – the one that results in the fastest lap times – something that he’s been modeling from a mathematical perspective, and then relating to real track driving. What he shares will give you a deeper understanding of why you drive the line you – or should drive the line you’re currently not! Randy is a former engineer for General Motors, and currently teaches engineering at Kettering University. He’s written the super-important book, Physic...
105 – Trey Shannon: Get Physically Fit to Drive Faster
January 03, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 51 MBTrey Shannon joins me to talk about how to improve your fitness for performance and race driving. We talk about how to train your breathing, vision, sense of balance, and your fine muscle control to improve your footwork. Trey provides some great tips for simple exercises you can do at home, without expensive equipment. Trey runs Podium Performance Fitness in Charlotte, NC, where he trains drivers like Tom Long, Colin Braun and John Edwards. As a certified Strength and Conditioning Special...
104 – Phil Lombardi: Two Coaches Talking
December 20, 2018 11:00 - 50 minutes - 70.6 MBPhil Lombardi joins me to talk about what most drivers struggle with the most – corner entry speed – as well driving style, perception, and focusing on performance. Phil’s insights are hugely valuable. And even more important are his recommendations of how to work through these challenges to become an even better and faster driver. Phil was a long-time Skip Barber instructor, and currently provides personal coaching for drivers of all levels, and instructs for the Lucas Oil School of Racin...
103 – Eric Meyer: Developing Better Performance Drivers
December 06, 2018 11:00 - 54 minutes - 44.4 MBEric Meyer joins me to talk about the steps and process he’s seen that the best drivers – and organizations – use to become even better drivers. From first-timers to serious club racers and pros, there are certain things – situational awareness, passing and being passed, flags, race starts – that everyone should learn. And there’s a process you can use to learn them more effectively. Eric is the Chief Instructor for the NASA Great Lakes Region, and has raced in both amateur and pro racing ...
102 – Mark Sternberg: F1, Karting, Karma, ADHD & Relieving Oneself!
November 29, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 38.7 MBMark Sternberg is on today’s show and we bounce around, talking about karting, Karma Automotive, the pros & cons of having ADHD, Formula One, Honda S2000s, and what to do when you need to pee. Mark is a life-long car and driving enthusiast who has turned his passion into a career. He helped re-launch the Peterson Automotive Museum, races karts, founded the L.A. F1 Fan Group, and currently works for Karma Automotive. Oh, and he’s in the process of launching a car-themed watch company called...
101 – Matthew Walker: Sleep Your Way to Driving Faster
November 22, 2018 11:00 - 47 minutes - 39.2 MBMatthew Walker joins me to talk all about the importance of sleep on your driving performance – everything from how it impacts learning to your ability react and focus. He also provides tips on how to get better sleep, how to manage jet lag, the effect a lack of sleep can have on your health, what drugs and alcohol do to sleep, and memory formation and practice. In addition to a love of all things motorsport, Matthew is the Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology at the University of Cali...
100 – Ross Bentley: Hey, I’m The Guest on Episode #100!
November 15, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 49.6 MBThe tables are turned – I’m the guest, and Frank Greif is the host. Frank was my guest on episode #1, I coached him when he started racing, he’s a business coach and a former TV talk show host. Oh, and we’re good friends, so it was interesting to have him asking me questions. And that’s what the show is about: my thoughts on this podcast, learning, driving, Formula One, Indy Car, NASCAR, who my greatest influences were, and who my support team are. A special thank you to Frank for helping ...
099 – Bret Holmes: Driving With 3 Pedals
November 08, 2018 11:00 - 43 minutes - 35 MBBret Holmes joins me to talk about our passion for shifting, and specifically driving manual transmission cars. We talk about how young drivers DO have an interest in performance driving, the future of manual transmissions, and the 3 Pedal Car Club of America. Bret has a strong passion for driving manual transmission vehicles, which was the initial motivation for starting the 3 Pedal Car Club of America. You can – and should – join by going to www.3pcca.com. Bret’s Speed Secret: Eyes up....
098 – John Shoffner: Fast at Any Age
November 01, 2018 10:00 - 51 minutes - 42.7 MBJohn Shoffner joins me to talk about how to maintain and even improve your driving performance as you get older. We talk about diet, supplements, mental training, fitness, and the basic differences between young and older drivers. John started racing at the age of 58, and within a year was racing in the VLN series at the Nurburgring. With a steep learning curve like that, he’s done everything he can to minimize the effects of aging, and now feels he’s fitter – physically and mentally – tha...
097 – Matt Romanowski: Note-taking & Data – A Driver’s Best Friends
October 25, 2018 10:00 - 50 minutes - 41.3 MB097 – Matt Romanowski: Note-taking & Data – A Driver’s Best Friends Matt Romanowski joins me to talk about how to make notes before and after on-track sessions in a way that will help you improve – and help your car improve. Then we talk about the use of data, and even how to integrate your note-taking with what comes out of your data logger. Matt is a long-time contributor to Speed Secrets Weekly, a data coach who sells and supports data systems, a car setup tuner, and driver coach....
096 – Tom Long: Breaking Through – Getting Past Plateaus
October 18, 2018 10:00 - 49 minutes - 39.4 MBTom Long is back on the podcast and we’re talking about getting past what seem like the inevitable plateaus in driving and racing. We talk about the mental blocks, the techniques, and corners where drivers have the most trouble. More importantly, we give you some strategies for breaking through. Tom is a long-time feature writer and expert panelist for Speed Secrets Weekly. He’s a Mazda-factory, championship-winning driver, and a sought-after driver coach. Tom’s Speed Secret: Drive the ...
095 - Russ Rosenberg: Racing Under the Illusion of Grandeur
October 11, 2018 10:00 - 47 minutes - 38.4 MBRuss Rosenberg joins me to talk about his book, Racing Under the Illusion of Grandeur. More importantly, we’re talking about the topic of his book: how to get started in racing after age 40 and what Russ learned when he took on that challenge. But oh, this book – and what Russ has to share – applies to any driver, of any age, in any form of motorsport. Russ races two very cool cars - a ‘76 BMW 2002 and a ‘66 Yenko Stinger - in vintage races, as well as competing in World Racing League even...
094 – Colin Braun: How to Drive Fast Corners Fast (Travels with Colin)
October 04, 2018 10:00 - 57 minutes - 47.4 MBColin Braun joins me once again - while we’re traveling in Europe – and we talk about how to be fast in fast corners. There aren’t many – if any – faster drivers in sports cars these days, so Colin’s advice on how to work your way up to the limit in very fast corners is great information. Also, we talk about how to sense the limits of the tires when in these fast corners (hint: it’s not wiggling the steering wheel back and forth). Colin has raced and won in everything from NASCAR to IMSA. ...
093 – Christian Maloof: Driving Momentum Cars
September 27, 2018 10:00 - 50 minutes - 41 MBChristian Maloof and I have a fun, casual conversation about what momentum cars really are, how they differ from non-momentum cars (if at all), and how to get the most out of them. We dig into the skills and techniques (braking, steering, throttle), as well as the mindset that these “roll speed” cars reward. Christian is a super-fast racer, an instructor/coach, and all-round good guy. He’s the chief instructor for the Rally Sport Region of the PCA, and races a Spec Miata. Christian’s Spe...
092 – Peter Krause: Race & Performance Driver Etiquette
September 20, 2018 10:00 - 52 minutes - 42.2 MBPeter Krause returns on this podcast to discuss driver etiquette. Our topics include shared responsibility, trust, precision, respect, and learning control, not just bettering your lap time. Peter is a driver coach, data coach, data analysis expert, and he sells and services all your data needs. He is also a friend, colleague, and collaborator on the Virtual Track Walk video series. Peter’s Speed Secret: At the start of a race, pack closely. Mind the gap – keep it. Follow Peter at: ...
091 – Andrew Rains: Psychology of Data Squiggly Lines
September 13, 2018 10:00 - 53 minutes - 42.5 MBAndrew Rains is back on the podcast (was also on #56), and we talk about the squiggly lines that data systems of all levels produce, and how you can use them understand what’s going on inside a driver’s mind – or your mind. The subtle shape of these lines tell us a lot, but it takes just a bit of knowledge before you can really use it. And that’s what this show is all about – giving you that knowledge. Andrew is a driver/racer and coach. He also works for APEX Pro, the very cool device tha...
090 – Paul Tracy: Telling It Like It Is
September 06, 2018 10:00 - 52 minutes - 41.7 MBPaul Tracy joins me to talk about his TV commentating skills, what made the difference when he won his Indy Car championship, the importance of adapting to the car, and about his comeback to racing this year in a Trans-Am car – what’s worked, and his desire to do more. Paul really needs no introduction because he was one of the fastest Indy car drivers ever, and won the 2003 CART Champ Car championship. Throughout his Indy car career, Paul drove for the best teams: Penske, Newman-Haas, Tea...
089 – Tom Roberts & Ron Simons: Debriefing the Nurburgring & Spa
August 30, 2018 10:00 - 58 minutes - 46.8 MBAfter an unforgettable week with 20 guest drivers at the Nurburgring and Spa, as well as spectacular dinners and socializing, my co-hosts, Tom Roberts & Ron Simons, and I sit down and debrief on what we all learned – the drivers and the three of us. Ron Simons is the RS of RSRNurburg, the leading provider of cars and instruction at the Nurburgring (as well as Spa and other European circuits). He’s been helping drivers experience The Green Hell for over 20 years, and has driven over 20,000 ...
088 – Billy Johnson: How to Win More Races
August 23, 2018 10:00 - 41 minutes - 33.2 MBBilly Johnson joins me so we can dig deeper into the topic of what makes the best drivers better than everyone else. As one of the winningest drivers in sports car racing, we talk about what makes him fast, but he also shares what he’s learned from some of his co-drivers. Billy drives for Chip Ganassi Racing in the Ford GT in the World Endurance Championship (WEC). He made his NASCAR Cup series debut last year driving the #43 Richard Petty car, and is tied for being the winningest driver i...
087 – Chuck Davies: Head Restraints for HPDE & Racing
August 16, 2018 10:00 - 43 minutes - 34.7 MBChuck Davies joins me to talk about the future of safety in motorsport, head and neck restraints, helmets, harnesses, and racing and track day events. We touch on the effect Dale Earnhardt’s crash had on the sport, as well as SFI, Snell and FIA standards. Chuck is the CEO of Simpson Performance Products, a company that is synonymous with safety in motorsport. Their Hybrid S is the only head and neck restraint device that is certified effective for use with 3-point seatbelts. Chuck’s Spee...
086 – Kevin Madsen: How to Be a Better Performance Driver
August 09, 2018 10:00 - 49 minutes - 39.9 MBKevin Madsen joins me to talk about the one technique that’ll make the biggest difference to your driving. This show is all about helping you be an even better driver, with lots of great tips and advice – things you can use right now to improve your driving. We dig in deep on vision – more than just saying look far ahead and that vision is important. Then Kevin shares his thoughts on the biggest mistake that drivers make, and send with his Speed Secret: Be prepared. Kevin is a very experie...
085 – Matt Farah: Smoking Tires & Heel and Toe
August 02, 2018 10:00 - 49 minutes - 40.8 MBMatt Farah joins me to talk about becoming better at anything, whether making YouTube videos or driving fast cars. Since he drives a couple of hundred different cars each year, we also talk about whether to adapt to the car, or let the car adapt to us. Then we dig into the fancy footwork of the best drivers, which corners really are the most important ones, and finish up with Matt’s Speed Secrets (two of them!). Matt’s Speed Secret #1: Learn to heel & toe – and adapt it to any car you driv...
084 – Toni Calderon: Career Advice For All Drivers
July 26, 2018 10:00 - 47 minutes - 38.3 MBToni Calderon joins me to talk about managing one’s career, no matter what type or level of the sport you’re involved in. We discuss what he’s seen that works, and what doesn’t work, from sponsorship to working with teams. Toni then talks about gentleman drivers – the subject of a documentary that he’s produced (it will be released in a few months), and the importance of being marketable. Toni’s Speed Secret is: Don’t think you can do it alone – surround yourself with the right people, and...
083 – Mike Smith, Josh Herbert & Chris Graham: HPDE to Time Trials to Spec Miata
July 19, 2018 10:00 - 55 minutes - 44.3 MBMike Smith, Josh Herbert & Chris Graham join me to talk about their experience moving from HPDE to Time Trials and now to wheel-to-wheel racing in NASA Spec Miata. They share thoughts on the highs and lows, costs, and what they’ve learned. Mike talks about how he’s striving to improve his vision skills, they tell us about how they’re finding and working with sponsors, and Josh shares a great Speed Secret: Just go to a track day and drive! Mike Smith, Josh Herbert & Chris Graham started and...
082 – Loren Elmer: Stay Alive – Secrets of a Race Driver
July 12, 2018 10:00 - 49 minutes - 39.4 MBLoren Elmer joins me to talk about his book, Stay Alive While Driving, The Secrets of a Race Car Driver. Obviously, there are many skills & techniques that we learn driving on the track that lead to us being better drivers on the street – Loren shares a few of his secrets. We also talk about how you can help others be better drivers on the street. Loren has instructed drivers from teens to race drivers, and everyone in between, having taught at the major racing schools and teen driving pro...
081 – Steve Welk: Racer Entrepreneurs & Coaching
July 05, 2018 10:00 - 51 minutes - 41.1 MBSteve Welk joins me to talk about why so many racers and performance drivers make such good entrepreneurs. What is it about them? Of course, since Steve is a great driver coach, we have to dive into some driving topics, too. In fact, Steve shares his thoughts on the techniques and skills that the best drivers use. Steve is a former driver, a very successful driver coach, and an entrepreneur. He founded and runs Styled Aesthetic, a clothing company that specializes in motorsport gear. In fa...
080 – Brian Makse: Rolexes, Coaching & Comparing Race Cars
June 28, 2018 10:00 - 53 minutes - 42.8 MBBrian Maksejoins me to talk about the differences and similarities between a few production cars and the factory-built race versions of the same car, the new TCR race platform, a book he’s just completing all about Rolex Daytona 24-Hour race winners (and their watches), and what you can do to get the most out of a coach/instructor. Brian is first a race driver, and second an automotive author and presenter (he’s quick to point out that he’s not an automotive journalist). Follow Brian on ...
079 – Colin & Melissa Braun, Sean Rayhall: The Glamorous Life of Race Drivers
June 21, 2018 10:00 - 55 minutes - 44.3 MBColin & Melissa Braun, as well as Sean Rayhall join me as I drive a Kia Ceed to the Le Mans circuit, and then from there to Paris after the race. We share stories about our not-so-beautiful chateau in the French countryside (cold showers, cats, flea bites), our best and worst air travel experiences, how to pass on the outside of a corner, what it takes to make a career in racing, and what to do with the brake and gas pedal! Follow Colin and Sean: @colinbraun on Twitter and Instagram @s...
078 - Mark Lutes, Scott Refert, Ron Gale: Driving Simulators
June 14, 2018 10:00 - 40 minutes - 32.4 MBMark Lutes, Scott Refert, and Ron Gale join me to talk about driving simulators, from different perspectives: a sim chassis builder, a race car engineer, and a sim racer. Of course, I throw in my own thoughts from a driver training viewpoint. We talk about the importance of the types of controls, VR glasses, and how big the sim racing community is. Mark Lutes is the man behind Fast Track Sims in Canton, Georgia, and has been building high-end sim units for seven years. Scott Refert has bee...
077 – Jordan Taylor: The Best Driving Style
June 07, 2018 10:00 - 46 minutes - 63.4 MBJordan Taylor joins me to talk about the driving styles of the best drivers, but before we do we also talk about nature vs. nurture. In other words, did he inherit his driving abilities from his dad, Wayne, or was it something he learned. And then… we have a surprise cameo appearance from Rodney Sandstorm! Jordan’s Speed Secret is: “Keep your eyes and ears open – keep learning.” And no, we didn’t plan him saying that, even though I’ve been preaching that for years! Jordan Taylor has done...
076 – Danna Van Noy: Driver’s Guide to Managing Spouses!
May 31, 2018 10:00 - 46 minutes - 37.1 MBDanna Van Noy joins me to talk about how to get your spouse involved and be supportive of your driving addiction! Part marital advice, part motivator, it’s a fun conversation about a “tricky” topic. We also talk about why so many drivers are also entrepreneurs, adrenaline sports, expanding your comfort zone, and how to protect your car’s finish when on track. Danna and her husband Brian have recently launched a very cool product called Protect N Peel. It’s a simple product that you paint o...
075 – Jack Baruth: Opinions from a Road & Track Writer
May 24, 2018 10:00 - 53 minutes - 42.5 MBJack Baruth joins me to talk about whatever is bugging him. Amongst other things, we talk about funding to help young drivers make a career in racing, the mental game of driving, track day safety, HPDE instruction, and how to make the most of a race start. Jack’s Speed Secret #1: “At the start of spring races, push hard until there’s no reason to – for at least the first few laps.” Speed Secret #2: “Ask yourself what people around you know that you don’t.” Jack is one of the most prolifi...
074 – Chris Wehrheim: Using Karting to Improve Your Car Driving
May 17, 2018 10:00 - 47 minutes - 37.9 MBChris Wehrheimjoins me to talk about karting, and how you can use it to improve your driving, no matter what you drive. We also talk about why some young drivers make it, and some don’t, but mostly discuss ways you can use a kart to make you a better driver. Chris has won a lot in racing (see below), but it’s what he’s done outside of the car/kart that I think is most impressive. From coaching and managing drivers, to creating driving gloves, the same drive that made him win on the track i...
073 – Cameron Norsworthy: Getting Into Flow
May 10, 2018 10:00 - 51 minutes - 40.9 MBCameron Norsworthy joins me to talk about flow, or getting into the zone. There are many factors that contribute to triggering a “flow performance,” and we talk about the most important ones. What’s very cool in this episode is that he actually takes a few minutes to lead listeners through a short visualization session, and helps you identify what will help you get into the zone more often. Cameron is the founder and Performance Director for The Flow Centre, and is an athlete, author, entr...
072 – Jamie Stiehr: “Good” Racing – Supporting Charities Through Motorsport
May 03, 2018 10:00 - 52 minutes - 42.3 MBJamie Stiehr joins me to talk about vintage and club racing, how to grow participation in our sport, how to help charities through racing, and the Race Against Kids’ Cancer (RAKC). Many individuals and teams have used motorsport as a platform for raising funds for a good cause, and the RAKC, which supports the Morgan Adams Foundation is a great example. The event has been successful in raising over three-quarters of a million dollars, and has now branched out into a separate event in Texas. ...
071 – Marshall Pruett: A Unique Perspective of What The Best Are Made Of
April 26, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBMarshall Pruettjoins me to talk about what the best drivers do, and don’t do, that make them the best. His insights on Scott Dixon, Alexander Rossi, Simon Pagenaud, Sebastian Bourdais, Robert Wickens, Josef Newgarden, and others are fascinating – and educational. And the stories he uses to illustrate these insights are hugely fun! Marshall is best known these days for his Marshall Pruett Podcast and his writing for Racer magazine and Racer.com, Road & Track, and elsewhere. But what makes h...
070 – Dave Pratte: Learning From Our Mistakes
April 19, 2018 10:00 - 53 minutes - 72.9 MBDave Pratte joins me to talk about, well… mistakes. Okay, and some things that are not mistakes, too, but Dave and I talk about how valuable mistakes are from a learning perspective. We have fun discussing the judgment one needs when passing, and how ego can make a difference; the most common mistakes drivers make with their cars; the differences between autocross and time attack, and road racing; and what one learns from testing tons of different cars. Dave and his business partner Peter ...