Dinner with Racers

Dinner with Racers episodes:

• 01.01.2024

  Ep. 253 – Larry Holt, Pt. 2

  Larry Holt is one of the most respected and influential characters behind the scene in many motorsport paddocks. Effectively managing the motorsport programs of Multimatic, an international automotive design and manufacturing company, Larry and Multimatic have been part of an...

  
• 01.01.2024

  Ep. 252 – Larry Holt, Pt. 1

  Larry Holt is one of the most respected and influential characters behind the scene in many motorsport paddocks. Effectively managing the motorsport programs of Multimatic, an international automotive design and manufacturing company, Larry and Multimatic have been part of an...

  
• 01.01.2024

  Ep. 251 – Dalton Kellett

  A product of IndyCar’s “Road to Indy” development program and eventually making his way to the top ranks, Dalton Kellett presents a unique perspective as someone who has never hidden his background or means to funding. Bringing personal sponsorship from...

  
• 01.01.2024

  Ep. 250 – Ron Fellows

  Ron Fellows is a legend in many categories. A legend of sportscar racing, a legend of Canadian racers, and a legend of the Corvette brand. The son of a preacher, Ron’s tenacity and willingness to risk everything and find himself...

  
• 01.01.2024

  Ep. 249 – Bruce Canepa

  Bruce Canepa has defined the gold standard of vintage racing and restoration. A lifelong car guy growing up near Santa Cruz, California, Bruce’s incredible eye for detail and design has created a unique career path that has taken him from...

  
• 12.15.2023

  Ep.248 – Adrián Fernández, Pt.2

  Adrián Fernández is a one-of-a-kind story with deep roots in IndyCar and sportscar racing. Raised with modest means in Mexico City, the idea of tenacity is redefined with his story, literally having himself smuggled to the Netherlands with no money...

  
• 12.15.2023

  Ep.247 – Adrián Fernández, Pt.1

  Adrián Fernández is a one-of-a-kind story with deep roots in IndyCar and sportscar racing. Raised with modest means in Mexico City, the idea of tenacity is redefined with his story, literally having himself smuggled to the Netherlands with no money...

  
• 12.15.2023

  Ep.246 – Alex Job

  Alex Job is one of the most accomplished and respected team owners in the history of sportscar competition. Starting as an amateur racer balancing motorsport ambitions with a career in auto sales, the Florida native would use a rarely seen...

  
• 12.15.2023

  Ep.245 – Pipo Derani

  Pipo Derani is one of the most talked about characters in IMSA racing today. One of the most aggressive and unapologetic drivers in the GTP and prototype ranks, the Brazilian’s tenacity has to led to victories at Daytona, Sebring, and...

  
• 12.15.2023

  Ep.244 – Sebastien Bourdais, Pt.2

  Sebastien Bourdais is probably best known as the king of IndyCar (formerly ChampCar) racing throughout the mid-2000’s. Winning four-consecutive titles, the Frenchman was as dominant as you could get in that era, before heading off to careers in Formula One,...

  
• 12.15.2023

  Ep.243 – Sebastien Bourdais, Pt.1

  Sebastien Bourdais is probably best known as the king of IndyCar (formerly ChampCar) racing throughout the mid-2000’s. Winning four-consecutive titles, the Frenchman was as dominant as you could get in that era, before heading off to careers in Formula One,...

  
• 11.21.2023

  Ep.242 – Bill Lester

  Bill Lester is probably best known for his groundbreaking role within NASCAR, known as the first African American to earn a pole position in the Truck series as well as compete in a full season of NASCAR. What makes Bill...

  
• 11.21.2023

  Ep.241 – Jim Downing

  Jim Downing may not be a household name in modern day racing, but his legacy has saved countless lives. A long-time sportscar racer and team owner in his own right, after achieving incredible success with Mazda and his famed Kudzu...

  
• 11.21.2023

  Ep.240 – Lars Giersing

  When it comes to sportscar engineers, especially in GT racing, Lars Giersing has long been a known figure in the paddock. Coming from a very non-traditional background, Lars is one of the most accomplished figures in the paddock without ever...

  
• 11.21.2023

  Ep.239 – Filipe Albuquerque

  Filipe Albuquerque has become a staple of modern prototype racing. A winner at Le Mans, Daytona, and having driven for some of the most prolific teams including Audi’s legendary LMP1 program, the Portuguese driver is known for his talent on...

  
• 11.21.2023

  Ep.238 – Augusto Farfus

  A driver synonymous with BMW, Augusto Farfus is a legend of touring car, GT, and now prototype racing. Hailing from Brazil as a dominant driver in junior categories, Augusto came into the sport with a family history unlike any other,...

  
• 11.21.2023

  Ep.237 – Nick Tandy

  Nick Tandy is considered one of best drivers in modern sportscar racing. A winner at Le Mans, Daytona, and just about every other race you can imagine, Nick is a current IMSA GTP driver for Porsche Penske, but his foundation...

  
• 11.16.2023

  Ep. 236 – Bumped: The Harveys and Stephanie Tadevic

  When it comes to the Indianapolis 500, the novelty of “Bump Day” may be less talked about today, but the consequences can still be dire. For some, just making the race is a critical as it can be, as it...

  
• 11.16.2023

  Ep,235 – Bumped: Tim Lewis/Daniel Martin

  When it comes to the Indianapolis 500, the novelty of “Bump Day” may be less talked about today, but the consequences can still be dire. For some, just making the race is a critical as it can be, as it...

  
• 11.16.2023

  Ep.234 – Bumped: Mario Dominguez

  When it comes to the Indianapolis 500, the novelty of “Bump Day” may be less talked about today, but the consequences can still be dire. For some, just making the race is a critical as it can be, as it...

  
• 11.16.2023

  Ep.233 – Bumped: Tyler Tadevic, Pt. 2

  When it comes to the Indianapolis 500, the novelty of “Bump Day” may be less talked about today, but the consequences can still be dire. For some, just making the race is a critical as it can be, as it...

  
• 11.16.2023

  Ep.232 – Bumped: Tyler Tadevic, Pt. 1

  When it comes to the Indianapolis 500, the novelty of “Bump Day” may be less talked about today, but the consequences can still be dire. For some, just making the race is a critical as it can be, as it...

  
• 11.09.2023

  Ep.231 – Dinner(s) with Paul Tracy: Paul’s Lady

  Paul Tracy has spent nearly half a century building himself as one of the unique characters of the sport. Whether you consider him one of the greats, one of the most polarizing, or simply one of the most fascinating, Paul’s...

  
• 11.09.2023

  Ep.230 – Dinner(s) with Paul Tracy: Paul’s Mom and Sister

  Paul Tracy has spent nearly half a century building himself as one of the unique characters of the sport. Whether you consider him one of the greats, one of the most polarizing, or simply one of the most fascinating, Paul’s...

  
• 11.09.2023

  Ep.229 – Dinner(s) with Paul Tracy: Paul Pt.2

  Paul Tracy has spent nearly half a century building himself as one of the unique characters of the sport. Whether you consider him one of the greats, one of the most polarizing, or simply one of the most fascinating, Paul’s...

  
• 11.09.2023

  Ep.228 – Dinner(s) with Paul Tracy: Paul Pt.1

  Paul Tracy has spent nearly half a century building himself as one of the unique characters of the sport. Whether you consider him one of the greats, one of the most polarizing, or simply one of the most fascinating, Paul’s...

  
• 04.12.2023

  Ep.227 – Building Long Beach: Tammy & Martin

  Tammy Johnson and Martin Bannon are two key members of the Grand Prix on Long Beach. For Tammy, a three-decade run as the Director of Ticket Sales has made her a key fixture of the event, often serving as the...

  
• 04.12.2023

  Ep.226 – Building Long Beach: Davey & Crandall

  Davey Carillo and Crandall Dickinson are two key members of Long Beach’s construction team. It’s hard to watch the race on TV, or even visit in person, and have any clue just what kind of challenges a temporary facility built...

  
• 04.12.2023

  Ep.225 – Building Long Beach: Dwight & Jake Tanaka

  If there is one name who’s routinely given credit for making sure the actual event of Long Beach happens, it’s Dwight Tanaka. A long-time member of the family, Dwight is the Director of Operations for the Grand Prix, but that...

  
• 04.12.2023

  Ep.224 – Building Long Beach: John Morris

  One of the most colorful characters in the whole city, John Morris may not be a traditional “racer,” but he’s a perfect fit to tell the history of the city. A serial entrepreneur and one of the most prominent restaurant...

  
• 04.12.2023

  Ep.223 – Building Long Beach: Jim Michaelian

  One of the key members since Year One, Jim Michaelian went from a kid with an MBA helping out in finance, to the current President and CEO of the Grand Prix Association of Long Beach. From boots on the ground...

  
• 04.12.2023

  Ep.222 – Building Long Beach: Chris Pook

  When it comes to the story of building Long Beach, the first episode has to go to the event creator, Chris Pook. A known figure for a number of motorsport ventures, including running CART for some time, Chris’s wild idea...

  
• 12.23.2022

  Ep.221 – Brad Sweet

  Brad Sweet’s legend in the dirt world is only growing by the year, having just won his fourth straight World of Outlaws title. Growing up on the dirt tracks of California, Brad is a true racer’s racer, earning opportunities purely...

  
• 12.16.2022

  Ep.220 – Kevin Lee

  If you’ve watched INDYCAR or IMSA on NBC in recent years, then you’ve already heard the sultry sounds of broadcaster Kevin Lee. A Hoosier through and through, Kevin grew up with a fondness for the radio broadcast of the Indianapolis...

  
• 12.16.2022

  Ep.219 – Bob(by) Rahal, pt.2

  Chances are you already know him, but Bob(by) Rahal is a true INDYCAR legend. Raised by a Lebanese family with a passion for racing, Bob transitioned from garage racer making do with what he could, to becoming a sportscar winner...

  
• 12.16.2022

  Ep.218 – Bob(by) Rahal, pt.1

  Chances are you already know him, but Bob(by) Rahal is a true INDYCAR legend. Raised by a Lebanese family with a passion for racing, Bob transitioned from garage racer making do with what he could, to becoming a sportscar winner...

  
• 12.16.2022

  Ep.217 – Mario Dominguez

  If you’re a fan of the 2000’s era of ChampCar, then you know Mario Dominguez, or at least you think you do. With one of the most, errr, unique stories in coming up through the Mexican junior ranks, Mario went...

  
• 12.16.2022

  Ep.216 – Chris Willes

  Continuing our tradition of unsung heroes behind the wall, Chris Willes is a consummate tinkerer whose engineering and head for innovation has led him to working on a number of cool sportscar programs, from creating factory-killer Trans Am cars to...

  
• 11.22.2022

  Ep.215 – Townsend Bell, Pt. 2

  If you think you know Townsend Bell because you’ve seen him on TV, you don’t know Townsend Bell. Here in 2022 he’s known as one of the booth commentators for the NTT INDYCAR Series, but the crazy adventure he’s been...

  
• 11.22.2022

  Ep.214 – Townsend Bell, Pt. 1

  If you think you know Townsend Bell because you’ve seen him on TV, you don’t know Townsend Bell. Here in 2022 he’s known as one of the booth commentators for the NTT INDYCAR Series, but the crazy adventure he’s been...

  
• 11.22.2022

  Ep.213 – John Morton

  John Morton would fit in our legends category. If you’ve seen “Ford vs. Ferrari” then you’ve heard of the legends of Carroll Shelby and Ken Miles. Well, John Morton’s first job was with Carroll Shelby, and his CO-DRIVER was Ken...

  
• 11.22.2022

  Ep.212 – Andy Priaulx, MBE

  When it comes to Touring Car legends, there is no bigger name than Andy Priaulx. Growing up in the small island of Guernsey, an island between the England and France, Andy went through an insane career and financing path to...

  
• 11.22.2022

  Ep.211 – Graham Goodwin

  Continuing our run of sportscar staples, Graham Goodwin joins us a journalist/commentator who’s become the standard. Beginning his career as a Press Officer for the British government, Graham is an example of someone who grew to pursue his passion later...

  
• 11.22.2022

  Ep.210 – Oliver Jarvis

  Oliver Jarvis is yet another staple of the global sportscar scene. Born in the UK, Oliver was a standout in junior formula racing, winning the Autosport Young Driver Award and eventually the hyper prestigious Macau Grand Prix in Formula 3....

  
• 11.22.2022

  Ep.209 – René Rast

  René Rast is largely considered one of the greatest sportscar drivers of the modern era. Hailing from Germany, René grew up in the traditional European junior ranks before finding his way into the famed Porsche Supercup, eventually launching him on...

  
• 04.01.2022

  Ep.208 – Yet Another Special Announcement

  A special announcement on the future of the “Dinner with Racers” video series…

  
• 02.03.2022

  Ep.207 – Todd Eldredge: Figure Skating 101 for Racers

  With the Winter Olympics upon us, we figured we’d bring you another World Champion…. a figure skating World Champion. Six-time National Champion, Three-time Olympian and 1996 World Champion Todd Eldredge is not only one of the greatest American skaters in...

  
• 02.03.2022

  Ep.206 – Todd Eldredge: The Dude

  With the Winter Olympics upon us, we figured we’d bring you another World Champion…. a figure skating World Champion. Six-time National Champion, Three-time Olympian and 1996 World Champion Todd Eldredge is not only one of the greatest American skaters in...

  
• 01.01.2022

  Ep.205 – Scott Sharp

  Enjoying a long-lasting and diverse career, Scott Sharp went from a staple of Trans-Am, to a staple of IndyCar, to finishing his career in the IMSA ranks. Most importantly, he won in all of them… a lot. A true American...

  
• 01.01.2022

  Ep.204 – Jack Hewitt

  Jack Hewitt is unlike any other in the sport, which is probably for the better? A dirt track legend, Jack has no shortage of accolades in different dirt track categories, including winning the famed Triple Crown and being the first...