There comes a point in every enthusiast's life, where they ask themselves, Am I alone in this? Does anyone even care about all these cars? Why do I care so much about cars? I really wish there was someone I could share all this with… 

It’s a dilemma that so many of us face. And our guest is no exception, he’s been a lifelong petrol-head, and always felt like he was the only person in his circles that took an interest in motorsports or cars. 

Determined to make a difference, Paul Ragsdale decided to found The Autoverse, an organization devoted to spreading vehicle and motorsports enthusiasm … a haven for his fellow lost tribe members. And he’s here to tell us all about its creation, evolution, and why you might consider it your new home away from home. 

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00:00 Meet Paul Ragsdale: A Lifelong Petrol-head

00:56 Founding The Autoverse

01:45 Paul's Early Automotive Influences

02:14 Discovering Motorsports and Community

03:33 Challenges and Inspirations

04:53 Building the Autoverse Community

06:27 Navigating the Automotive World

08:50 The Impact of COVID on Motorsports

10:25 Engaging New Generations of Fans

14:50 The Technical Side of Motorsports

17:57 The Autoverse: More Than a Car Club

21:43 Structure and Future of the Autoverse

22:59 Social Media Promotions and Giveaways

24:13 Exploring Other Racing Disciplines

27:43 Membership Tiers and Perks

30:38 Favorite Tracks and Bucket List

34:59 Making Motorsports More Inclusive

38:17 Future Plans for the Autoverse

40:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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