In this episode of The Bucket Seat, we sit down with two-time Rolex 24 at Daytona winner and Canadian racing driver Daniel Morad for an open and fascinating conversation about the realities of motorsport—on and off the track.

From his early days hustling for sponsorships in karting to standing on the top step at Daytona in a Mercedes-AMG GT3, Dan shares what it takes to compete and win at the highest levels of racing. We dive deep into how sim racing is changing the game and opening doors, the intense preparation (mental and physical) required to reach peak performance, and what it actually feels like to find "flow state" while driving at the limit with everything on the line.

We also explore the story behind Moradness, Dan’s lifestyle and performance brand born after his 2017 Daytona win, and how it’s grown into one of the most respected names in sim racing gear.

Whether you’re a motorsport fan, a sim racer, or just someone who’s curious about the mindset of elite performers, this episode is packed with insights, stories, and the kind of behind-the-scenes detail you won’t hear anywhere else.

Topics Include:

• Starting young: Karting on a budget
• Winning Daytona (twice)
• What it really takes to drive a GT car at the limit
• Sim racing as a gateway to real motorsport
• Flow state, performance psychology, and driving “angry”
• The business of Moradness
• Building a brand while building a career
• Parenting, balance, and perspective in a high-speed world

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@danielmorad  |  moradness.com

Let us know what you think—or who we should have on next.

Host: Trevor Byrne
Co-host: Bonar Bulger
Guest: Daniel Morad