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BREAK/FIX the Motorsports & Vehicle Enthusiast Variety Show episodes

January 25, 2024Preserving Provenance: How The Motor Chain is Revolutionizing Classic Car History
In this episode of Break/Fix podcast, Crew Chief Eric interviews Julio Saiz, the founder of The Motor Chain, a platform designed to manage, preserve, share, and transfer the history of classic vehicles using the latest technology, including blockchain. Julio shares his background as a computer scientist and car enthusiast, recounting his journey from aspiring fighter pilot to creating The Motor Chain. He explains how the platform works, detailing its functionalities such as creating a digital twin of the car, documenting the car's history with input from third parties, and securing records through blockchain technology. Julio also addresses concerns about data privacy, PII, and compliance with regulations like GDPR. The conversation highlights the platform’s subscription model, future development plans, and its potential use in classic car auctions. Listeners are offered a 25% discount to try the service, aiming to revolutionize classic car documentation and maintenance.
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00:00 Meet Julio Saiz: The Man Behind The Motor Chain
01:12 Julio's Petrolhead Journey
02:21 The Birth of The Motor Chain
04:27 Understanding The Motor Chain
11:04 Blockchain Technology in Classic Car Documentation
15:55 Privacy and Security in The Motor Chain
20:57 Subscription and Pricing Model
26:01 Future Plans and Community Engagement
28:59 Conclusion and Promotions
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33 min
January 24, 2024Truth Is the Daughter of Time: Unraveling Maserati’s Engine-Driven Identity Crisis
This episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, features Trevor Lister discussing vehicle identification of 1950s Maserati race cars. The presentation focuses on how Maserati determined the identity of its race cars by their engine numbers rather than chassis numbers, which contrasts with the approach used by English and certain American manufacturers. Trevor, alongside Donald Capps, explores the implications for the provenance and authenticity of these cars, especially in the context of historical research and the commercial interests in the classic car market. The talk highlights how changing engines could lead to multiple identities for a single car throughout its racing history, creating challenges for historians and collectors. The discussion concludes with the view that while this method of identification is complex and often contradictory, it is crucial for understanding the vehicles' authentic racing heritage.
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00:00 Trevor Lister's Background
01:37 Maserati's Unique Identification System
01:53 Trevor Lister's Presentation
02:47 The English vs. Italian Approach
04:38 Case Study: Maserati 250F
10:50 Donald Capps' Database Insights
15:46 Challenges in Historical Car Identification
19:10 Q&A Session
27:48 Closing Remarks and Acknowledgements
28:38 Outro and Additional Information
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This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family - and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.
31 min
January 23, 2024The Axis Grand Prix: Reinventing the Mille Miglia in 1940
This episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, explores the 1940 Mille Miglia, reinvented by Paul Baxa, a history professor at Ave Maria University in Florida. Drawing from Baxa's book 'Motorsport and Fascism,' the episode examines the race's utilization by Mussolini's fascist regime for propaganda. The 1940 edition, held on a nine-lap circuit, emerged after a fatal 1938 accident forced the cancellation of the original open-road race. The episode details the political and sporting context, emphasizing the race's role in showcasing Italian automotive advancements, fascist values, and its evolution amidst World War II. Key figures, controversies, and the eventual success of the race are discussed, highlighting its impact on motorsport history.
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00:00 The 1940 Mille Miglia: A Historical Context
01:31 The 1938 Tragedy and Its Aftermath
02:50 Fascism and Motorsport: A Symbiotic Relationship
05:32 Reinventing the Mille Miglia
06:25 The 1940 Race: An Anomaly
09:10 Challenges and Controversies
20:44 The Race Day: April 28, 1940
22:38 Post-Race Reflections and Research
26:19 Closing Remarks and Acknowledgements
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This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family - and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.
29 min
January 22, 2024Speed, Symbolism, and Sovereignty: How Grand Prix Racing Became a Battleground of Nationalism in the 1930s
This episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, features a detailed presentation by Katharine Worth, a graduate student in history at the University of Western Australia. Wirth explores the intersection of politics, nationalism, and motor racing in 1930s Germany and Great Britain. The presentation delves into how Nazi Germany utilized motor racing, particularly the Silver Arrows of Mercedes Benz and Auto Union, as symbols of national pride, modernity, and technological prowess. Conversely, it examines Britain's struggle to compete at the Grand Prix level due to a lack of funding and political support, despite a strong desire within the racing community. The script also touches on the lives and impacts of key figures such as German driver Bernard Rosemeyer and British driver Richard Seaman, highlighting their roles and significance within the political landscape of the time. Finally, the discussion extends to the ongoing relevance of nationalism in contemporary Formula One racing.
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00:00 Speaker Introduction: Katherine Worth
01:31 The Role of Speed in Civilization
02:39 Nazi Germany's Motorsport Ambitions
11:11 British Motorsport in the 1930s
13:02 Richard Seaman: A British Driver in Germany
14:58 The Intersection of Politics and Motorsport
20:03 Q&A Session
27:00 Closing Remarks and Sponsor Messages
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This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family - and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.
30 min
January 20, 2024Mille Miglia: Vignettes & Non-Sequiturs
Jon Summers is The Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing, technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. Hailing from California, he collects cars and bikes built with plenty of cheap and fast, and not much reliable. On his show, he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, and motoring travel.
On this special bonus episode of The Motoring Historian, Jon is accompanied by William Ross from The Ferrari Marketplace Podcast and Crew Chief Eric from Break/Fix Podcast to discuss the history of the Mille Miglia; however, as conversations tend to go, they went a bit far afield talking about stories involving Enzo, Ferrucio, Ferdinand and other famous automotive characters of the period. Enjoy!
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Copyright Jon Summers, The Motoring Historian. This episode is part of our Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.
21 min
January 19, 2024Mille Miglia Madness - Racing Through Time with Enzo, Nuvolari, and the Gladiators of Italy (1927-1953)
In this episode of Ferrari Fridays hosted by William Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace, the discussion centers around the iconic Mille Miglia race. Alongside motoring historian Jonathan Summers and Crew Chief Eric, the episode explores the rich history of Ferrari's involvement in the Mille Miglia from its inception in 1927 through the post-war period up to 1953. Topics include notable drivers and their bold styles, the evolution of Ferrari's race cars, the impact of the Mille Miglia on Ferrari's legacy, and the transition from pre-war to post-war racing. The episode highlights the dramatic increase in horsepower and top speeds of Ferrari vehicles, the unique personalities of drivers like Tazio Nuvolari and Clemente Biondetti, and the significant role Enzo Ferrari played in shaping the race car industry. Finally, the episode sets the stage for a deeper dive into later years of the Mille Miglia and its lasting impact on automotive history.

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00:00:00 Introduction to Ferrari Fridays
00:00:41 Meet the Guests: Eric and Jonathan
00:01:10 Diving into the Mille Miglia
00:02:05 Historical Context and Early Races
00:06:28 The Evolution of the Mille Miglia
00:07:19 Modern Mille Miglia vs. The Original
00:14:12 Ferrari's Early Years and Influence
00:27:44 The Impact of World War II
00:31:31 Post-War Revival and Technological Advances
00:39:00 Exploring 1950s Italian Cinema
00:39:27 The Mille Miglia: A Festival of Rebirth
00:40:25 Post-War Racing: The Revival of Alfa Romeo
00:41:12 The Diverse Entry List of the Late 1940s
00:42:08 The Evolution of Fiat and Aerodynamics
00:44:05 Ferrari's Early Struggles and Triumphs
00:45:43 The Intricacies of Ferrari's V12 Engines
00:52:25 The Fragility of Early Ferrari Race Cars
00:55:26 The Challenge of Tracing Classic Car Provenance
01:07:57 The Marzotto Brothers and the 1950 Mille Miglia
01:16:33 The Value of Historic Race Cars
01:17:42 Ownership Stories and Market Impact
01:18:55 Driving and Maintaining Classic Cars
01:19:55 The Importance of Car Stories
01:21:45 Memorable Moments and Personal Experiences
01:24:58 The Evolution of Mille Miglia
01:37:56 The 1953 Mille Miglia Race
01:49:43 Conclusion and Future Discussions
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On Ferrari Friday's, William Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace will be discussing all things Ferrari and interviewing people that live and breathe the Ferrari brand. Topics range from road cars to racing; drivers to owners, as well as auctions, private sales and trends in the collector market. Copyright William Ross, Exotic Car Marketplace a division of Sixty5 Motorsports. This episode is part of our Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.
1 hr 52 min
January 18, 2024Dungeons, Dice, and Driving Lines: When Racecraft Meets Roleplay
Gran Touring Motorsports, originally a social group of car enthusiasts, has expanded into various motorsports disciplines and shares their experiences through the Break/Fix podcast. In this unique episode, the team blends their passion for motorsports with the popular role-playing game, Dungeons and Dragons. Filmed after a day at Watkins Glen International Raceway, they engage in a motorsport-themed D&D game with their children. The game involves creating custom vehicles, rolling dice to determine racing moves, and navigating a race course with strategic decisions. Despite efforts to pass opponents and throw moldy donuts, the race ends with the Millennium Falcon narrowly winning after a dramatic dice roll finale. The episode highlights family bonding over shared interests in racing and gaming.
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00:00:00 Dungeons & Dragons Meets Motorsports
00:01:03 Setting Up the Game
00:02:44 Character and Car Creation
00:03:57 Rolling the Dice: Determining Stats
00:20:23 The Race Begins
00:24:14 Unexpected Challenges and Strategies
00:34:28 Mid-Race Developments
00:44:18 Turbo's Struggles and Flaming Hot Mountain Dew
00:51:54 Passing and Braking Strategies
00:52:15 Critical Rolls and Position Changes
00:55:27 Turbo's Struggles and Florida Man's Moves
00:56:36 Mid-Race Chaos and Strategies
00:58:41 Gummy Newton Monster's Moves
01:01:45 Race Recap and Final Moves
01:03:22 Final Turns and the Winner's Circle
01:06:16 Conclusion and Reflections
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1 hr 43 min
January 17, 2024Mark Greene with Don & Eric on Cars Yeah #2405
In this episode of Cars Yeah!, host Mark Greene features returning guests Don Weberg and Crew Chief Eric, two automotive enthusiasts who are merging their expertise and businesses to form a collaborative entity. Don and Eric share their unique passions - Don, the founder of Garage Style Magazine, and Eric, the founder of Gran Touring Motorsports and the Break/Fix podcast, are creating a digital publication network that will house various automotive businesses under one umbrella. They discuss the difficulties of coming up with a name for their new venture and how their combined expertise will provide comprehensive services to clients in the automotive industry. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the importance of teamwork and community in achieving greater success.
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00:00 Introduction to Cars Show
00:57 Meet the Guests: Don Weberg and Eric Amantra
01:39 Fun Facts About Don and Eric
03:52 Don and Eric's New Collaboration
06:39 Don Weberg's Background and Garage Style Magazine
13:51 Eric's Journey: From IT to Cars
17:48 The Beginning of Don and Eric's Partnership
22:08 The Prototype Reveal
23:02 Blending Skill Sets
23:17 The Vision for Garage Style Magazine
24:37 Creating an Affiliate Network
26:31 Naming the New Entity
28:04 The Importance of Collaboration
38:59 Client Collaborations and Promotions
45:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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48 min
January 16, 2024When Car Culture Meets Chaos: Danny P on Cars x Break/Fix Podcast
In this episode of Danny P on Cars, Danny hosts a crossover episode with Crew Chief's Eric and Brad, the podcast hosts of Break/Fix. The discussion kicks off with the origins of Eric and Brad's passion for cars, tracing back to their childhoods, grandfathers, and family experiences. They talk about their involvement in motorsports, from autocross to high-performance drivers education (HPDE), time trials, and instructing. Eric and Brad share stories about memorable events, including the challenges and joys of their track days. The conversation then transitions to their podcast, Break/Fix, its origins, evolution, and the variety of content it offers, from news roundups to specialized series. They highlight significant episodes, including interviews with notable figures like Mario Andretti. The episode concludes with discussions about favorite movie cars, automotive heroes, dream drives, and their upcoming car-related plans and aspirations.
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00:00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:00:19 Interview with Mario Andretti
00:00:29 The Love for Cars
00:01:34 Welcome to Danny P on Cars
00:01:38 Meet Eric and Brad from Break Fix Podcast
00:02:16 Origins of Car Passion
00:05:29 What Should I Buy? Series
00:10:29 High School Memories and Car Stories
00:14:31 Motorsport Experiences
00:23:43 Track Cars and Racing Stories
00:30:44 Criminal Record Cars
00:33:44 Continuing the Car Journey
00:34:17 Deep Dive into the Podcast Origins
00:36:20 Evolution and Segments of the Podcast
00:40:23 Memorable Episodes and Guests
00:45:03 Dream Guests and Aspirations
00:47:50 Favorite Car Events and Experiences
00:52:57 Quick Fire Round: Car Favorites and Opinions
01:01:47 Where to Find Us and Final Thoughts
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1 hr 5 min
January 12, 2024Gotham Garage’s 360 Spider Sparks Controversy and Curiosity
In this episode of the Ferrari Marketplace podcast, host William Ross, along with co-host Crew Chief Eric from the Break/Fix podcast, discuss their insights and reactions to the latest season of Car Masters: Rust to Riches on Netflix. They critique the season, particularly focusing on a Ferrari 360 Spider bought and modified by the Gotham Garage team. The duo highlights the questionable modifications, including a GT40-inspired hood scoop, fiberglass rear fenders, and a controversial Carrera green paint job with rose gold accents. They discuss the unrealistic selling price and the likely scripted nature of the show's big sale. The episode concludes by questioning the viability of custom Ferraris in the collector market and hinting at future podcast topics, including a review of the Ferrari movie.

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00:00:00 Introduction to Ferrari Fridays
00:01:05 Meet the Co-Host: Crew Chief Eric
00:02:15 Exploring Car Masters: Rust to Riches
00:03:50 The Ferrari Episode: A Deep Dive
00:06:52 Season 5 Overview and Changes
00:10:40 The Ferrari 360 Spider: A Closer Look
00:21:33 Design Inspirations and Modifications
00:32:50 Fiberglass Work and Final Touches
00:37:02 Ferrari's Color Controversy
00:38:07 Gotham Garage's Gaudy Accents
00:39:59 The Paint Job Disaster
00:41:44 The Failed Sales Event
00:49:04 The Mysterious Buyer
00:57:36 Future of Custom Ferraris
01:09:33 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
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On Ferrari Friday's, William Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace will be discussing all things Ferrari and interviewing people that live and breathe the Ferrari brand. Topics range from road cars to racing; drivers to owners, as well as auctions, private sales and trends in the collector market. Copyright William Ross, Exotic Car Marketplace a division of Sixty5 Motorsports. This episode is part of our Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.
1 hr 19 min

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