Women's Motorsports Network Podcast shares the stories of women involved in motorsports from around the world. My first episode was in 2018 and I continue to add new episodes each week. Feel free to suggest potential guests to me at iwmanation@gmail.com Melinda Russell
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Stories from the WMN News Magazine: Rachel Wilkins
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Stories from the WMN News Magazine: Tiffani McElhose
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Stories from the WMN News Magazine: Kristen Hammer
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Stories from the WMN News Magazine: KJ Massey
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Stories from the WMN News Magazine: Abby Jolly Reimer
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I'm BACK!!!! New Podcast Episodes Coming Soon
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Send us a text Knee replacement Upper respiratory infection Sprained foot That's what I've dealt with since February...one thing after another. But I'm finally feeling back to normal and will be recording new podcast episodes as well as sharing STORIES from the Women's Motorsports Network News magazine. I hope you will enjoy these stories and will …
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Women's Motorsports Network with guest Tami Bandimere June 2024
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Send us a text Tami Bandimere, a third-generation owner-operator of Bandimere Speedway, reflects on the storied history of the racetrack with immense pride and gratitude for her family's long-standing involvement in the sport. She underscores the founding principles established by her grandparents in 1958, which aimed to provide a safe and responsi…
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EPISODE 264: Drifting: The art of controlled chaos with MacKenzie Nelson, Sara Lancaster and Tasha Cosgrove April 23 2024
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Send us a text MacKenzie Nelson, Sara Lancaster and Tasha Cosgrove are three women with a deep-seated passion for the exhilarating world of motorsports, specifically drifting. MacKenzie's perspective, shaped by her journey and experiences at the Brainerd International Raceway, emphasizes the importance of practice and experience in drifting, rather…
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Episode 263: Deni Jensen, Female Trailblazer in Drag Racing
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Send us a text Deni Jensen is a renowned figure in the drag racing world, originally from northwest Arkansas. She cultivated her love for the high-octane sport through her father's teachings and intensified her skills under the mentorship of high-profile racers like Frank Hawley and Randy Meyer. With a strong belief in the empowerment and inclusivi…
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EPISODE 262: Bree Sandlin is Driving Change for Women in Motorsports
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Send us a text Bree Sandlin, the Vice President of Marketing for Lubricants for North America at Shell, has a rich background in the lubricant and car care industry, starting her journey in corporate litigation consulting before transitioning to marketing at Bayer and eventually landing at Shell in 2005. Her passion for motorsports, reflected in he…
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Trailblazing Slinger Speedway--1st Female Safety Director in Motorsports Shelley Greenwald
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Send us a text Shelley Greenwald is an accomplished safety director at Slinger Speedway, with a rich background in emergency response and healthcare that includes service as a registered nurse at St. Luke's Hospital and as a firefighter and paramedic in Sussex, Wisconsin. Greenwald views her role as a safety director through a lens of tenacity and …
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From Volunteer to Race Director: Emily Heisler's Inspirational Journey
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Send us a text Emily Heisler, a 27-year-old Wisconsin resident and Race Director for the Mid-Am Series, has a profound passion for motorsports, a journey that started as a volunteer and photographer. Emily's perspective on women in motorsport, shaped by a decade of dedication and hard work, revolves around passion, dedication, and gratitude. Her lo…
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Attracting Younger Audiences to Motorsports Through Social Media with Brooke Pulice, Great Lakes Super Sprints
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Send us a text Brooke Pulice, a graduate of Saginaw Valley State University, brings her expertise in marketing and sales to Great Lakes Super Sprints as their social media and PR manager. Possessing a deep passion for motorsports sparked during a college marketing class, Pulice uses her role to promote the exhilarating sport of sprint racing. With …
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Optimizing Athletic Success Through Mental Coaching with Shayne McGowan
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Send us a text Shayne McGowan, a sports performance expert specializing in the mental aspect of athletic success, is known for his work under Mental Edge Performance, a service he founded to help athletes enhance their mental game in sports, particularly in motorsport. McGowan’s perspective on women in motorsport encourages equality and inclusivity…
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Preserving Lost Speedways: Paige Verney's Inspiring Mission
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Send us a text Paige Verney, a dedicated mother and racing enthusiast, is the founder of Maine's Lost Speedways. Alongside her role as a stay-at-home mom, she passionately pursues the history of lost speedways, particularly in Maine, and shares her insights on social media platforms such as Maine's Lost Speedway's Facebook page. Verney emphasizes t…
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Women in Motorsports with Taylor Kitchen: Breaking Barriers and Making History
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Send us a text Taylor Kitchen, a dynamic individual with a background in PR and marketing, hails from a small town where she grew up as a triplet before finding her passion in the male-dominated field of motorsports. Her perspective on women's role in this industry is firmly rooted in the belief of empowerment, highlighting their fearless determina…
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The Ultimate Guide to Hartford Speedway with Co-Owner Leah Dibble
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Send us a text Leah Dibble, a fervent racing enthusiast and co-owner of the Hartford Speedway, has a rich background in demolition derbies and a shared passion for asphalt racing with her husband, Tim. Leah's perspective on the Hartford Speedway is one of immense pride and dedication, as she and Tim constantly strive to enhance the racing experienc…
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Stories from WMN-Featuring Bree Arnold from Sept 2023 Issue
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Send us a text Stories from Women's Motorsports Network (WMN) Founder Melinda Russell reads the stories of women that have been featured in the WMN News online magazine. Support the showBy Melinda Russell
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Taylor Kuehl: Passion, Dedication, and Success in Racing
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Send us a text Taylor Kuehl is a dedicated dirt modified racer with several years of experience in the sport, supported by sponsors such as Carl Customs, enterprises, AAA roofing, and Jake Henderson racing. Taylor's perspective on pursuing dirt modified racing dreams is rooted in her ultimate goal of transitioning into dirt late model racing. She b…
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From Michigan to Kentucky: A Journey in Racing for Sisters Megan Sanders and Rachel Carpenter
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Send us a text Megan Sanders and Rachel Carpenter are both successful women in the automotive industry and motorsports racing. Megan, a Michigan native with an automotive management degree, has honed her racing skills over the years and currently works at Stalantis. She believes in being a trailblazer in the industry and values the opportunity to i…
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PRI 2023 Podcast Stage Interview: Making History: Katie Hettinger's Trailblazing Achievements in Motorsports
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Send us a text Melinda Russell was one of the Motorsports Podcasters who did a live interview at PRI in Indianapolis last week. She chose Katie Hettinger as her guest. The interview was broadcast throughout the show. Katie Hettinger, a third-generation driver from Michigan, has made a name for herself in the world of motorsports while simultaneousl…
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BONUS EPISODE: Kyle's Inspiring Journey: From NASCAR Fan to Development Driver
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Send us a text Kyle Lockrow, a seasoned professional in the motorsports industry, and Tanya Banning, a key figure in the Women's Motorsports Network podcast, both have a shared mission of providing opportunities to underrepresented individuals in motorsports. Kyle's perspective on the topic of diversity and challenges in racing is deeply personal, …
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Garage Girls Jewelry: Unique Designs for Automotive Enthusiasts
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Send us a text Arianna, the 31-year-old entrepreneur and owner of Garage Girls Jewelry, has a rich background in the automotive industry and is a fervent advocate for supporting women-led businesses in physically demanding industries. Her perspective on this topic is shaped by her personal experiences in the automotive world, where she noticed a la…
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Young Georgia Racer Emma Britt: Inspiring Woman in Motorsports
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Send us a text Emma Britt, a Georgia native with a deep-rooted passion for motorsports, has been immersed in the racing world from a young age, thanks to her father, a second-generation racer. Now in 11th grade, Emma attends an online school designed for racers and has been blessed with numerous opportunities in racing, thanks to her supportive fam…
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The Determination of a Budget Racing Team: Brad Smith and Jamie Wright
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Send us a text Brad Smith, a seasoned figure in the world of motorsports with a career spanning over 30 years, and Jamie Wright, a passionate individual who has been involved in motorsports for over five years, have formed a valuable partnership in ARCA racing. Brad Smith's perspective on inclusivity, financial challenges, and passion in motorsport…
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