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Episode Summary:
Meet 16-year-old Paiten Burnham, the fearless driver behind the purple quarter midgets lighting up the USAC NASCAR Youth Series. In this episode, Paiten shares how her mom’s racing legacy, her dad’s deployment, and her own fierce determination shaped her path in motorsports. From winning at Charlotte to mentoring younger drivers, Paiten opens up about racing as a girl in a male-dominated sport, what it’s like traveling to national races, and why family is at the heart of her success. Tune in for a fun, heartfelt conversation with one of the rising stars of youth racing!

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