Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel.

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Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel.

D.A.D. - Girl Nation

Thanks to Western Automotive Journailsts and Michael Coates

Thanks to Page One, the Press Car suppliers

Thanks to the OEMs for supplying cars, and nicely specc’d ones too

J is honest about these cars, lord knows he’s not doing this for the money

The venue - the Dream Inn, Santa Cruz

Pacific Coast Highway 1 San Francisco to Santa Cruz - really an awesome road

17 cars, timetabled driving slots

Hill and coastal driving routes allowing high and low speed testing, including sweeping bends

Judgement to be “the Best At What The Car Set Out To Do”

J’s Best Car: 2025 Toyota Camry

J’s Best, price no object: 2025 Lucid Air

If It Was J’s Money: 2025 Genesis G80

2025 Fiat 500e - basic, but adequate

Many good cars, some great ones, no terrible ones

But none are as cool as the ‘91 Gixxer - 750 not a 1000 like I say - I rode before this recording

As the machines get more efficient, they become less intereting

Judas Priest - Free Wheel Burning

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Steve Zautke bridges both the oval world and the road world, which are coming closer and closer together. He is a native of Milwaukee, got involved with the Milwaukee Mile at a very young age. His father was a filmmaker and a fan and participated in the events there, organizing them and helping out. He is an author and published a book on Road America. He also participates in this Henry Miller Club News, and works for the SVRA magazine. He's a wonderful writer and historian, and he's also a devotee of Road America. 

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00:00 Milwaukee Mile: The Oldest Racetrack

04:00 Early Races and Tragic Beginnings

06:51 The Golden Era of Racing

11:15 Midget Car Racing and Post-War Popularity

13:31 Iconic Drivers and Memorable Moments

20:10 AJ Foyt's Pole Position and Race Highlights

21:18 The Marchese Brothers and Their Promotion Legacy

22:28 Ed '20 Grand' Steinbach: The Voice of Midwest Racing

23:08 Wisconsin Speedways Dinner and Racing Legends

24:13 The Rise of Stock Car Racing at Milwaukee Mile

25:22 Corporate Sponsorship and the Miller 200

27:00 USAC vs. NASCAR: The Evolution of Stock Car Racing

27:46 ASA's Challenge and Dick Trickle's Victory

28:20 NASCAR's Arrival and Departure from Milwaukee

28:49 The Quarter Mile Dirt Track and Local Heroes

29:25 USAC's Missed Opportunity with Marlboro Sponsorship

30:18 Memorable Moments and Racing Legends at Milwaukee

32:10 Rick Mears' First Win and Penske's Domination

34:53 The Decline and Revival of Milwaukee Mile

35:23 The Harry Miller Club and Vintage IndyCars

36:02 Milwaukee Mile Videos and Personal Stories

37:13 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.

Part of an ongoing, larger body of research by Dr. Mark D. Howell, and explores the long, complicated, and often controversial relationship between NASCAR (the National Association for Stock Car Automobile Racing) and the American political system. From NASCAR founder “Big Bill” France’s campaign support of then-presidential candidate George Wallace, to former NASCAR Grand National driver Tighe Scott’s arrest for allegedly attacking police officers during the Capitol Riot on January 6th, 2021, the road to Washington, D.C. has often taken a detour (usually a hard right) through Daytona Beach.

Part of this paper looks at NASCAR’s connection to various political candidates, both during campaigns and after votes have been counted (and certified). Another section of this presentation examines the use of race cars as campaign promotional “vehicles” over the years. 

This paper explores the very public and very strategic alliance between political candidates and NASCAR Nation. From Jimmy Carter welcoming Grand National drivers to The White House to Ronald Reagan sharing Kentucky Fried Chicken with Richard Petty, the relationship between stock car racing and politics presents itself as a calculated  combination of regional identity and popular culture-driven stereotypes.

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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.

This episode of Screen to Speed is the debut episode for its new host Emma Galasso (@bullissemma). Emma and her guest Axe, explore the dynamic world of sim racing. They discuss Axe's journey from playing Gran Turismo on a PS2 to competing in sim racing events with a custom-built sim rig. Axe shares personal stories, highlighting the role of sim racing as an escape from bullying, as well as the technical progression from using a controller to a Logitech G29 wheel.

They dive into the design and significance behind liveries, particularly Axe's use of colors from the androgyny flag. Axe details his involvement in competitive sim racing, including the Winter and Spring Cups, and his future aspirations that blend his passion for driving and videography, inspired by figures like Larry Chen. The conversation also touches on the challenges women face in motorsports and sim racing, with Axe expressing a desire to support female drivers through photography and media. Additionally, Axe discusses their broadcasting studies and on-track photography experiences, aiming to integrate these skills into a career. The episode concludes with a call for more eSports organizations in the U.S. and an appreciation for communities that promote diversity and inclusion. So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!

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00:00 Meet the new Host: Emma Galasso!

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INIT eSports focuses on sim racing events and digital tournaments. They bring eSports content to fans and sponsorship opportunities to brands, while maximizing audience reach across multiple sports, industries, and platforms. INIT eSports is a woman-led company where Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility is in their DNA, and their platform aims to combat bullying and cheating to help make the eSports world as safe and fair as possible. To learn more, be sure to logon to www.initesports.gg today or follow them on social media @initesports, join their discord, check out their YouTube Channel, or follow their live content via Twitch.

Copyright INIT eSports. This content originally aired on the INIT Talks livestreams via Twitch. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

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.

In this episode of the Ferrari Marketplace Podcast, William focuses on the often frustrating world of automotive YouTubers, particularly those focusing on Ferraris. The episode discusses misleading content, such as incorrect claims about car purchases and modifications, and the challenge of creating engaging yet truthful videos. He also highlights the complexities of car valuations and repairs, pointing out that many YouTubers don't account for labor costs in their builds. Throughout, he contrasts different approaches by various influencers and commends others like Steve Hamilton for their genuine and accessible approach to car enthusiasm. The episode wraps up with reflections on balancing content integrity versus clickbait tactics.

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00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Sponsor Announcements

01:07 Rant on Automotive YouTubers

03:35 Annoying YouTuber Trends

06:50 Ferrari-Specific YouTuber Critique

14:21 Final Thoughts and Shoutouts

23:05 Conclusion and Sign-Off

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Quinn Beekwilder examines the unanticipated outcomes of government regulations, mainly focusing on tobacco and alcohol regulations and their profound impact on the motorsports industry. Originally instituted to mitigate the promotion and distribution of harmful substances, these regulations inadvertently fostered a new era of sponsorship and revenue streams for motorsports. By analyzing historical context, regulatory changes, and the strategic adaptations of motorsports organizations, we uncover how these laws fundamentally transformed the economic landscape of the sport.

In the early 20th century, Prohibition in the United States catalyzed the rise of stock car racing, as bootleggers modified their vehicles to evade law enforcement. This phenomenon laid the groundwork for the widespread popularity of motorsports in the U.S. Subsequently, tobacco companies leveraged the sport's high visibility to advertise their products, providing substantial financial support for racing teams and events. The 1970 Public Health Cigarette Smoking Act, which banned tobacco advertising on television, aimed to protect public health but inadvertently led to a sponsorship windfall for NASCAR, resulting in the creation of the Winston Cup Series and the Camel GT series, further entrenching tobacco's financial influence in motorsports.

By examining these developments, this presentation looks at the interplay between public health policy and commercial interests, understanding how government regulations designed to protect public health can have far-reaching and sometimes unforeseen effects on industries like motorsports.

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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.

Tonight, we have an opportunity to bring a piece of Le Mans to you, sharing in the Legend of Le Mans with guests from different eras of over 100 years of racing. 

The Camoradi USA Racing’s 1960 Corvette was built for international competition under the auspices of Chevrolet General Manager Ed Cole and Corvette Chief Engineer Zora Duntov and went on to race successfully in Havana, Daytona, Sebring, Nürburgring, Sweden, and Le Mans. The only thing more amazing than this car’s creation and race record is its survival. On the way to Britain’s famed Goodwood circuit in August 1960 it was crashed hard and left for dead but miraculously, the shattered remains were preserved and discovered some thirty years later by Loren Lundberg, an unbelievably tenacious Corvette enthusiast from Glendale, Arizona. 

Our panel of guests tonight include: Richard Prince, author and official photographer for the GM Corvette Race Team; Dominic Testa, owner of the car; Chuck Schroedel, who was a member of the Camoradi team at Le Mans in 1960

Featuring the voices of Allonte Barakat (The Motor Chain) and Revel Arroway (CARnection Advisors); We appreciate these talented podcasters lending their support to the MPN. 

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00:00 Introducing the 1960 Camaradi Corvette

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To learn more about or to become a member of the ACO USA, look no further than www.lemans.org, Click on English in the upper right corner and then click on the ACO members tab for Club Offers. Once you become a Member you can follow all the action on the Facebook group ACOUSAMembersClub; and become part of the Legend with future Evening With A Legend meet ups.

In this episode, Bel Wells (@StormMalina) returns to talk about her passion for Sim racing, rallying, snowboarding, and flight Sims. She is a content creator and streamer known for her engaging presence in the gaming community. She actively streams on Twitch, where she has amassed a following of approximately 7,900 viewers. Her content primarily focuses on gaming, and she maintains an active presence on the platform, with her most recent live session occurring just hours ago. In addition to her Twitch activities, Bel shares her experiences and insights into sim racing through various platforms. She has discussed her journey into racing games in an Instagram post, highlighting her passion for the sport. Furthermore, she has been featured in discussions about female sim racers who stream, indicating her active participation and recognition in the sim racing community. So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!

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00:00 Meet Bell Wells: Racing Streamer and Porsche Sports Supercup Participant

01:14 Getting Started in Sim Racing

02:39 Racing Together: Bell and Her Husband's Journey

03:04 First Racing Games and Transition to iRacing

04:13 Challenges and Love for Nordschleife

06:35 From Rookies to Road Racing

07:02 Oval Racing and Community

08:15 Favorite Cars and Tracks

12:34 Porsche Sports All Stars Experience

17:20 Exploring Other Simulators

20:38 Upgrading Racing Equipment

24:58 Streaming Journey and Balancing Chat

26:55 Funniest Moments in Sim Racing

27:55 Being a Female Sim Racer and Streamer

28:16 Friendly and Welcoming Community

28:42 Competing with the Boys

29:20 Experiences in Sim Racing

30:51 Encouraging More Girls in Sim Racing

32:52 Rally and Endurance Races

40:48 Snowboarding Adventures

43:24 Plans for Sim Racing and Streaming

47:38 Advice for Newcomers in iRacing

52:00 Favorite Tracks and Final Thoughts

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INIT eSports focuses on sim racing events and digital tournaments. They bring eSports content to fans and sponsorship opportunities to brands, while maximizing audience reach across multiple sports, industries, and platforms. INIT eSports is a woman-led company where Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility is in their DNA, and their platform aims to combat bullying and cheating to help make the eSports world as safe and fair as possible. To learn more, be sure to logon to www.initesports.gg today or follow them on social media @initesports, join their discord, check out their YouTube Channel, or follow their live content via Twitch.

Copyright INIT eSports. This content originally aired on the INIT Talks livestreams via Twitch. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

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.

In this episode William focuses on notable sales and no-sales from the RM/Sothebys auction in Paris, highlighting specific cars such as the 1964 Ferrari 250 LM, a Ferrari 599 GTO, and others. He provides insider opinions and market insights on why certain bids succeeded or failed, discussing the intricacies of car auctions, market fluctuations, and the collector car market. He emphasizes the importance of passion over profitability in car collecting and shares his views on the potential market shifts. 

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00:00 Welcome to the Ferrari Marketplace Podcast

01:08 RM Sotheby's Auction Highlights

02:16 Ferrari Memorabilia and Collectibles

06:23 Ferrari 599 GTO and Market Trends

09:28 Ferrari 360 Challenge and 512 M

18:54 The Grand Finale: 1964 Ferrari 250 LM

24:17 Market Reflections and Upcoming Auctions

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