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Indy Firsts: Anita Millican and Caitlin Brown Break Barriers at the Brickyard
This episode of Break/Fix explores the inspiring journeys of two trailblazing women in motorsport, Anita Millican and Caitlin Brown. Anita Millican, the first female mechanic in the Indianapolis 500 pits, shares her story of breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry alongside her supportive husband, Howard. Caitlin Brown, the first female over-the-wall pit crew member for Team Penske, discusses her path from dirt racing to becoming an engine mechanic and a member of an Indy 500-winning team. The episode also covers historical advancements in racing technology and the importance of supporting women in motorsport.
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00:00 Spotlight on Anita Milliken
01:48 Anita's Journey into Motorsports
04:18 Life on the Road to Indy
06:28 Challenges and Triumphs at Indy
08:53 Introducing Caitlin Brown
09:21 Caitlin's Path to Team Penske
10:16 Experiencing the Indy 500
15:39 Women in Motorsports Today
17:54 Overcoming Challenges in a Male-Dominated Field
18:23 Team Penske: Excellence in Racing
19:43 Innovations in Shock Absorbers
22:47 Aerodynamics and Wind Tunnel Discoveries
26:39 Women in Motorsports: Past and Future
29:44 Advice for Aspiring Female Mechanics
34:03 Reflections and Gratitude
35:07 Closing Remarks and Future Episodes
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The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net
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This episode of Break/Fix explores the inspiring journeys of two trailblazing women in motorsport, Anita Millican and Caitlin Brown. Anita Millican, the first female mechanic in the Indianapolis 500 pits, shares her story of breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry alongside her supportive husband, Howard. Caitlin Brown, the first female over-the-wall pit crew member for Team Penske, discusses her path from dirt racing to becoming an engine mechanic and a member of an Indy 500-winning team. The episode also covers historical advancements in racing technology and the importance of supporting women in motorsport.
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00:00 Spotlight on Anita Milliken
01:48 Anita's Journey into Motorsports
04:18 Life on the Road to Indy
06:28 Challenges and Triumphs at Indy
08:53 Introducing Caitlin Brown
09:21 Caitlin's Path to Team Penske
10:16 Experiencing the Indy 500
15:39 Women in Motorsports Today
17:54 Overcoming Challenges in a Male-Dominated Field
18:23 Team Penske: Excellence in Racing
19:43 Innovations in Shock Absorbers
22:47 Aerodynamics and Wind Tunnel Discoveries
26:39 Women in Motorsports: Past and Future
29:44 Advice for Aspiring Female Mechanics
34:03 Reflections and Gratitude
35:07 Closing Remarks and Future Episodes
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The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net
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