Did you know Jamaica has a massive racing culture? We didn't. So when this series came together, visiting the island was priority one for us. With two different tracks in a country smaller than Connecticut, we witness the biggest race of the year, what we call "The Big Money Race," held every Easter Monday at Dover Raceway. The track is unlike anything we've ever seen, same goes for the crowd.
If a rule isn't written, then is it really cheating? One of the most genius minds in the sport, Smokey Yunick was one of NASCAR and IndyCar's most innovative builders throughout the 1950's and 1960's. His story, however, lies in the character. A true renegade of the era, Smokey's fallout with NASCAR is the thing of legend, including how he was kicked out of the 1968 Daytona 500.
Bobby Unser, known affectionately as "Uncle Bobby," is a true national treasure. A three-time Indianapolis 500 winner, and 13-time winner at Pikes Peak, not only is Bobby one of the true greats, but he's also completely insane. No one can tell a story like Bobby, but the only way to truly understand it is to just watch...
Motorsport is synonymous with iconic race tracks that eventually shut down, but how many return three decades later? Such is the unique story of VIRginia International Raceway, a one-of-a-kind destination circuit. Known today as one of the most scenic locales in all of racing, few realize this wasn't always the case, let alone the rich history in the surrounding area.
The story of Tim Richmond has been well documented, however the controversial and tragic sides of his career overshadowed one simple fact, the guy was a character. A true "fish out of water" tale, Tim was like a movie character straight from the 1980's. Of the many legends on Tim, however, the infamous "poster" is our focus. There's no way to explain it, just watch and draw your own conclusion.
The allure of motorsport doesn't just apply to those who want to drive fast, it can also bring in those who simply want to be seen. The Hustlista is a cautionary tale of the pitfalls of our current social media climate, looking at just how easy it is to draw people in to the promise of followers vs. the realities.
With the whole of racing shutdown during the Spring of 2020, one of the hardest hit parts of the industry was the tracks themselves. Stuck in a limbo of postponed racing events, un-defined government classifications, and the financial challenge of owning real estate that is not generating revenue, our hosts took a 15,000 mile road trip in June of 2020 to understand the variety of challenges.
Dick Simon has flipped an IndyCar 12 times, flown into a barn, jumped out of a plane with no parachute, took his first flight with no training, and broken his back in several places. Oh yeah, he also ran an INDYCAR team. Join us for several of his wildest stories, most of which have nothing to do with racing.
Recovering from a global pandemic, and living in a world at odds with itself and in the throws of economic collapse. We're of course talking about the 1930's, right? In looking to our past to help us understand the future, our search for a hero came back with, well, something more on-brand for us. Welcome to the story of Mike Boyle, the "businessman" who started an Indianapolis 500 dynasty.
You've seen our original visit to Jamaica, but there was more! Learn about Joyce, master chef of the local cuisine, as well as a deeper look at the island's other racetrack, Jamwest. Of course we pay a visit to more racers as well, and show a few minutes of the most insane type of racing we've ever seen.
There are race promoters, and then there's Eddie Gossage. Whether it's lighting his boss on fire, any number of failed motorcycle stunts, or literally having a monkey do his promotion for him, there will never be another person like the out-going President of Texas Motors Speedway. With Eddie leaving his post after a 32-year run, what better way to see him off than with some his tallest tales.
With 22 hours of daylight, compromised by the shortest summer in the country, racing in Alaska is unlike any other. From scenic locations, to the challenges of shipping, to animal encounters not found anywhere else, the motorsport culture of Alaska is truly one-of-a-kind. In this first episode, we follow our hosts through the great racing locations of The Last Frontier.
With 22 hours of daylight, compromised by the shortest summer in the country, racing in Alaska is unlike any other. From scenic locations, to the challenges of shipping, to animal encounters not found anywhere else, the motorsport culture of Alaska is truly one-of-a-kind. In the second episode, we examine some of the great characters, joined by one common bond. Also, there’s two baby musk ox.
Some know Willy T. as the first African-American to qualify for the Indianapolis 500, others might cite him as a legend of Trans-Am racing, or more recently he might be recognized as the focus of the documentary “Uppity.” What we like to know him for, however, is as one of our favorite storytellers when it comes to tales of, err, his not-shy exploits.
The Grand Prix of Long Beach has earned its place as one of the crown jewels of motorsport thanks in part to its rich history along the vibrant coast lines of Southern California. However the event we see on television is no easy feat, and this series sits down for several meals with the people that build this great event.
The heritage and tradition of the Grand Prix of Long Beach is one thing, but the annual coming together of the event is a whole other operation. With 54 days to assemble the streets, the team has eight weeks to build the track, handle all of the sponsorship and PR, tickets, and all while working around a vibrant city that stays active through the whole process.
One of the most polarizing figures in the history of open-wheel racing, no two people have the same opinion of Paul Tracy. From his aggressive checkers-or-wreckers approach on track to his antagonism over social media, the key to understanding him is to not just eat with him, but also those closest to him. Ryan and Sean spend several days with family and friends to understand just who Paul really is.
Pacific Coast Motorsports was a young and free-spirited team that rose from the ranks of junior racing all the way to the top levels. Team owner Tyler Tadevic took a massive gamble in 2008 when, despite limited funds, he risked everything to get his team into the Indianapolis 500 ... and lost.
Originally recorded as a podcast in 2017, the popular episode of "Dinner with Racers" with Robin Miller is re-imagined in animated form. From wrecking at his first driver's school to being slapped by A.J. Foyt, no one has stories like Robin.
Two years after the COVID Shutdown, the California model of fairground-based dirt tracks continues to struggle with a dynamic series of challenges. From fights with county fair boards, to even larger existential threats, the future of the sport is as complicated as the sport itself.