Best Dragster Podcasts (2024)

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Cedar point, Intamin, and the Top Thrill Dragster 58:45

4d ago58:45

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In the year 2000, rollercoaster design and manufacturing company Intamin debuted their new Giga coaster for Cedar Point: Millenium Force. It was record breaking. It drew the crowds. It won awards. It was everything Cedar Point was hoping for. So they purchased more rides from Intamin, and more, and more. Surely lightning could strike twice, right? …

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Angelle Sampey Is on A Mission! Wife, Mom, Business Owner and 3X NHRA Pro stock Motorcycle World Champion adds A/Fuel Dragster Race Car Driver to her impressive resumé 49:01

23d ago49:01

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She’s Back and busier than ever! Angell Sampey is a 3 Time NHRA Pro stock motorcycle World Champion, ambassador for Mission Foods and their #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge program and now running Top Alcohol Dragster as one of only three women in the sport to win more than one championship in their respective divisions. In August 2023, she made the tra…

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Captain Planet 1:00:32

12m ago1:00:32

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In the 80's, business Tycoon and inspiration for Doug Dimmadome had an idea for using cartoons to educate children about the importance of environmentalism and saving the planet. This idea would become "Captain Planet", and he's here to save the world.By Secret Histories of Nerd Mysteries

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2023 European Top Fuel Champion Ida Zetterström Enters the Staging Lanes to Her NHRA Debut with Focus on The Future and A Look back to Where it all Began. 1:05:32

4h ago1:05:32

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We catch up with Ida Zetterström, 2023 European Top Fuel Champion, record holder, super street bike champion, and all-around gearhead who loves anything and everything that goes fast on the cusp of her U.S. NHRA debut and her lifelong journey to be her very best. Connect with Ida here: https://www.idazetterstrom.com https://www.facebook.com/Zetters…

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Staging Games 3:04

10h ago3:04

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This seems to come up a couple of times of year, and it's the complaint of staging games. I want to address this, but I’m way past the point of sugar coating it.By Luke Bogacki

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Danielle aka Dee - 1989 Chevrolet Celebrity, 1996 Honda Civic, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, 2006 Honda Accord + Family Bonds, Teenage Rebellion, and Emotional Journeys 39:03

4d ago39:03

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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug Ever wondered how a simple car could shape a family's bond and individual passions? This week on "All the Cars I've Loved Before," we're joined by a guest who's near and dear to us —Christian's sister Danielle, or Dee, as she's affectionately known. Dee unpacks the origin of her nickname and shares so…

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Cody Krohn may be the youngest Top Fuel driver in NHRA, but he’s no Fish out of Water! 57:14

5d ago57:14

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Cody Krohn is a 20-year-old NHRA Top Fuel driver with over 12 years drag racing experience who currently claims the title of NHRA’s youngest Top Fuel Pilot. With years of experience under his fire suit, he looks to finish his rookie campaign strong. Connect with Cody here: Facebook: Cody Krohn Racing Web: https://www.codykrohnracing.com/ Twitter: @…

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Competitive Sociopath 7:25

5d ago7:25

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In this week's episode I wanted to look at the correlation between of being hyper focused and success. Is that competitive sociopath mentality the only path to success? Or can we strive to be both focused and have fun?By Luke Bogacki

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Phantoms Revenge at Kennywood (ft. Rachel Makary) 54:19

8d ago54:19

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Our season finale is here and we're gearing up for a huge episode. Join Lizzie and first-time-guest-host Rachel as they look at the beast that is Phantoms Revenge at Kennywood Park. This ride has seen it all over the years, from an almost guaranteed tear down to a redemption arch worthy of a movie. We'll cover it all and more in this supersized epi…

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The History of Anime Music Videos 1:05:42

11d ago1:05:42

1:05:42

Anime Music Videos, or AMV's, have gone down in history as the national pastime of mid 2000's nerd-loving teens. But how did the AMV get its start? Who was the first person to think of combining anime footage with popular songs? And what wild technical hurtles did this format face in the days before Windows Movie Maker?…

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Tell Me What To Do 2:53

11d ago2:53

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“In this way you must understand how laughable it is to say, ‘Tell me what to do!’ What advice could I possibly give? No, a far better request is, ‘Train my mind to adapt to any circumstance.’... In this way, if circumstances take you off script… you won’t be desperate for a new prompting.” - Epictetus The above quote is what I am focusing on for t…

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Michigan's Abandoned Jurassic Park: Prehistoric Forest 45:51

18d ago45:51

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Irish Hills Michigan is nowadays mostly known for its lush forests, plentiful outdoor activities, and an abundance of Irish Americans, however, in the 60's, it had a booming tourism industry with many colorful and exciting attractions that drew in visitors from all over Michigan. One of these attractions was Prehistoric Forest, a theme park mostly …

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Richard McCuistian - 1963 Chevrolet Corvair, 1958 Volkswagen Bug, 1967 Volkswagen Squareback Type 3 + MotorAge Magazine contributor with 19k YouTube Subscribers + Car Repair Tips and Vintage Car Stories ... 26:16

22d ago26:16

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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug Ever wondered how a car enthusiast could turn a hobby into a thriving YouTube channel with 19,000 subscribers? Meet Richard, our special guest with a wealth of experience in auto mechanics, teaching, and digital content creation. In this episode of "All the Cars I've Loved Before," Richard shares his …

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Physical Health 5:49

20d ago5:49

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On this week's Daily Driver, I'm visiting one of the reoccurring questions that comes up in ThisIsBracketRacing in regards to health. Does diet and exercise impact performance?By Luke Bogacki

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Kraken at Sea World Orlando 44:36

22d ago44:36

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Once Upon a Coaster is back and heading to sunny Florida to take a look at Kraken, a polarizing coaster that undoubtedly played a huge role in the Orlando theme park world, even if you don't realize it. Buckle up for this fun look at this classic B&M Coasterversary: Desperado at Buffalo Bill's Resort and Casino Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creator…

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The Lasting Legacy of "Wizardry" 56:13

25d ago56:13

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What do "Delicious in Dungeon", "Final Fantasy", and "Dragon Quest" all have in common? They all owe their inspiration to one american DDOS computer game from the 80's, "Wizardry". While Wizardry has fallen into obscurity in its home country of the USA, in Japan, Wizardry would go on to inspire decades of fantasy works. But, how did this influentia…

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The Challenge of Growth 5:12

26d ago5:12

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This episode comes in right on the heels of the exclusive ThisIsBracketRacing Junior Fest where our members are able to get on the track and implement the things we discuss. Our goal at our live events, be it junior dragsters or even our big car ELITE Fest, is to stretch our attendees. To challenge them. The result is a microcosm of growth in gener…

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The Folly of Cereal City USA 50:25

1M ago50:25

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The Kellogg's company shut down their cereal factory tours in the 1980's, replacing it with a new, high tech indoor theme park experience called Cereal City USA in 1998. Located in Battle Creek, MI, Cereal City USA shared the story of Kellogg's and their cereal, but couldn't live up to lofty attendance projections, competition from other cereal bas…

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Chris Oliver - 1990 Toyota Celica GT, 1992 Honda Prelude Si, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 2019 Subaru WRX + Racing Tales, Vehicle Mods, and Noise Law Debate 34:11

1M ago34:11

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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug Relive the excitement of acquiring your first car as our inaugural guest for season 2, Chris Oliver, recounts several unforgettable car experiences beginning with his maroon 1990 Toyota Celica GT, complete with chrome wheels and a giant spoiler. Picture this: a 17-year-old Subway "sandwich artist" is …

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Double 00, Double EE! Her Professional Legacy Assured, Erica Enders Focuses Every Day on Things That Matter More Than Wins and Breaking Records. 58:38

1M ago58:38

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Erica Enders is one of the most decorated drag racers of all time. A Six-time NHRA Pro Stock world champion and the winningest woman in professional motorsports. She’s fast, fierce, intense, and focused. Look a little further however just beyond the win lights you’ll find a woman loyal to a fault, committed to family and friends, kind, fun and than…

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Reputation 7:36

1M ago7:36

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As a racer you have a reputation among your competitors. They have identified the way that you race; and they use that reputation to gameplan (and to execute) against you. You could live up to the reputation or you could choose to defy it.By Luke Bogacki

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Rerun - Goosebumps 1:10:22

1M ago1:10:22

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Brenda's on vacation this week, so we're here to present a slightly truncated version of one of our favorite episodes: episode 87, Goosebumps! This week your host Brenda takes you on a deep dive into the history of the second highest selling children’s book franchises in history: Goosebumps, the brainchild of writer RL Stein. This episode features …

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This is not a drill. “The Sarge” Tony Schumacher Reflects on Life, His Career and The Impact of The Man who Always Told it Like It Is. His Father. 1:01:46

1M ago1:01:46

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Tony Schumacher is an 8-time NHRA top fuel champion, a world record breaker and will be inducted into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America’s class of 2025. Known as much for his on-track intensity as his haircut, he’s back in the seat this year with JCM racing and ready to bring home another Wally. Connect with Tony Here: linktr.ee/jcmracing htt…

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How Do They Live The Dream Life? Part 5: Enough 9:14

1M ago9:14

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This episode will be Part 5, and I think the final installment, of the "How Do They Live The Dream Life?" series here on the Daily Driver. I started out this series by focusing on mindset, specifically a growth mindset. It seems only fitting to close the series out with another equally critical but not often talked about state of mind. The idea of …

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The Early Days of Adult Swim 1:05:19

2M ago1:05:19

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It's hard to imagine a time without the wild experimental shows on Cartoon Networks infamous nighttime block, Adult Swim, but in the early 2000's, a couple cartoon network employees would take a chunk of the channel's advertising budget and get to work (potentially in a closet) on creating a subversive, modern take on adult animation that would unk…

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Kat DeLorean - 1972 Mercedes SL, Chevrolet Camaro Z28, 1998 Pontiac Trans Am WS-6, 2002 Ford F-150 Harley Davidson edition 31:40

2M ago31:40

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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug In our Season 1 finale, our humble co-hosts have a special episode to share as automotive royalty cruises in with none other than Kat DeLorean joining Christian and Doug on the show. She regales our team with reminisces, observations and big block banter about her life and times. From cybersecurity to…

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How Do They Live The Dream Life? Part 4: Business 12:45

2M ago12:45

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This is part 4 in the multi-part series on "How Do They Live The Dream Life?" and I'm going to hone in on the business side of things in this episode. Full disclaimer, this episode is going to go against our golden rule here on the Daily Driver to be 10 minutes or less but it's worth it!By Luke Bogacki

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We Interrupt Your Season... 4:43

2M ago4:43

4:43

Maybe not the episode you were expecting today, but one that we're super excited to share with you. A super short update on some behind-the-scenes celebrations here at Once Upon a Coaster HQ that has given us lots of reasons to cheer this spring!

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The Tragic Fate of the Real Life Simpson's House 57:44

2M ago57:44

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In 1997, Fox launched an advertising campaign for the Simpsons that involved giving away a real life recreation of the Simpsons house. However, building a fictional house in real life isn't as easy as it might seem, and this would be just the beginning of the project's troubles.By Secret Histories of Nerd Mysteries

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How Do They Live The Dream Life? Part 3: Family 8:00

2M ago8:00

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In Part 3 of the series "How Do They Live The Dream Life?", I'm focusing in on family because frankly for me, it’s more important than the business side. There is a change in the season ahead for my family and what works for us.By Luke Bogacki

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Kat DeLorean - Special Episode Preview 2 0:32

2M ago0:32

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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug In our final preview leading up to the full episode with Kat DeLorean, she tells us about the time that everyone in the gym froze when she mentioned that she did not know how to drive a stick shift. But John DeLorean couldn’t let this continue, so he drags her home and gave her the keys to his manual …

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No One Out Pizzas the X-Men: The X-Men Pizza Hut Promotion 43:28

2M ago43:28

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In the early 90's Marvel Comics, having just turned their luck around with the publishing of "X-Men #1" would collaborate with Pizza Hut to release one of the most hype fast food promos of all time. This teamup would cement the X-Men's place in popular culture and make it the pop culture juggernaut it is today.…

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Brian Paone - Ford Tempo, 1970 Dodge Challenger, Dragsters, The Smoking DeLorean DMC-12 40:43

2M ago40:43

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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug Our podcast is about learning life lessons through cars, so who better to have as our guest on this episode than Brian Paone, a man who makes a living writing stories as a successful, published author which he used to fund his dream car purchase. Brian comes from a family with deep automotive roots; g…

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Preview Trailer - Brian Paone talks himself out of buying his dream car 0:23

2M ago0:23

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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug Here's a preview trailer of our upcoming episode where author, musician, father, and detective, Brian Paone, talked himself out of buying a Delorean. Please follow the show on your favorite Podcast platform to be the first to hear the entire episode when it drops tomorrow. https://podcasts.apple.com/.…

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How Do They Live The Dream Life? Part 2: No Misconceptions 9:25

2M ago9:25

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This is part 2 in a multi part series about the semi-viral Facebook post in regard to racing every week (who watches your business, how do you do it logistically, financially and even as parents). In this week's episode, let's look into the financial piece.By Luke Bogacki

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Brian Paone - The Ford Tempo, Preview Trailer 0:37

2M ago0:37

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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug If you enjoy the intersection of life stories and cars, you'll want to hear the Brian Paone episode on our podcast, "To All The Cars I've Loved Before," dropping early next week. Remember to subscribe/follow the podcast for updates. For now, here's a bonus trailer about Brian's first car! https://podc…

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Texas Giant at Six Flags Over Texas 41:30

2M ago41:30

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We're heading back to Texas today to take a look at Texas Giant, a larger-than-life wooden roller coaster with a larger-than-life guest problem. Join us as we take a look at why this once-popular coaster quickly soured on fan's opinions over the years, and the big gamble that Six Flags took when it was time to fix the issues. A giant episode for a …

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How Scrappy Doo Saved Scooby 49:30

2M ago49:30

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It's hard to imagine a world without Scooby Doo, but that was the reality that Hanna Barbera faced in the late 70's when Scooby Doo's network at the time, ABC, threatened to pull the plug unless something was done to bring new energy to the show. Enter Scrappy Doo, Scooby's nephew and savior of the franchise. Nowadays, he's the butt of the joke, a …

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Kat DeLorean - Special Episode Preview 0:30

2M ago0:30

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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug In our preview leading up to the full episode with Kat DeLorean, she tells us how her dad, John DeLorean, felt about her 2002 Harley Davidson edition Ford F-150. --------- Keep following the podcast on your favorite platform to hear new content and be alerted when the full episode with Kat DeLorean dr…

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How Do They Live The Dream Life? 9:10

2M ago9:10

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This episode is directed to answering a question that came across Facebook that went semi-viral and is going to be part of a mini series going forward here on the Daily Driver. In a nutshell the post was asking about how people are racing frequently and how they can afford to do it. Let's look first at mindset.…

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Daniel Wilkerson’s fast start to his NHRA FUNNY CAR “Rookie” season has SCAG Wilkerson Racing Fans, and Dad Tim, Taking Notice 49:43

2M ago49:43

49:43

Following the announcement of a SCAG Power Equipment multicar factory team, SCAG Wilkerson Racing, Dan Wilkerson has recently taken over the driving duties for the NHRA Ford Mustang Funny Car from his father, veteran driver and tuner, Tim Wilkerson. After spending the past two years as crew chief for the Bond-coat team of Chad Green, he is now firm…

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How Darkwing Duck got Greenlit 1:00:38

3M ago1:00:38

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In the late 80's, the television animation branch of the Walt Disney company needed new shows for their popular weekday lineup "The Disney Afternoon". But with strict deadlines and even stricter issues with copyright, making a new cartoon wasn't easy. In the end, we would get "Darkwing Duck" the terror that flaps in the night, a comedic parody of g…

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Dora - Datsun 160J, Dodge Dart K, Ford Probe, Smart Fortwo, Range Rover 33:10

3M ago33:10

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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug Our guest has loved cars since her dad taught her to drive at an early age! She is definitely a savant in terms of knowing a lot about all of the cars of her past and present - not to mention planning for her next car. Listen as we (Ford) probe like Woodward and Bernstein for the story behind the stor…

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Carrie Willhoff Regularly Carves Corners but Takes No Shortcuts When it Comes To Proper Equipment for Women in Motorsports 46:48

3M ago46:48

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Carrie Willhoff isn’t only a formidable racer and one of the fiercest competitors in The OPTIMA Ultimate Street Car Invitational, she’s also the Owner and CEO at Racechick, a premier manufacturer of women's race gear and racetrack ready apparel for women racers of all ages. Discover how it all began, the real story behind her frequent trips to the …

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Identity 5:37

3M ago5:37

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At some point we realize that we are identified not by our performance but our character. That the way that we treat people matters far more then the frequency in which we beat people.By Luke Bogacki

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Top Thrill Dragster at Cedar Point (Ft. Matt Day) 57:54

3M ago57:54

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We're back with one of our biggest episodes ever! Join Lizzie and guest host Matt Day as they look at the legendary and iconic Top Thrill Dragster, a coaster that may have been ahead of its time. The episode includes a look back at how the coaster came to be built in Ohio, the events that lead to its closure, and what we can look forward to when To…

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The First Virtual Pets 46:03

3M ago46:03

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Nowadays when people think about virtual pets they think about tamagotchi, or neopets or webkinz, or nintendogs, but the genre goes back much further than that. Where did this trend really get its start, and why does this story involve the controversial Sega CD game "Night Trap"?By Secret Histories of Nerd Mysteries

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Episode Teaser - Christian spills the beans on our upcoming interview with John DeLorean's daughter. 1:02

3M ago1:02

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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug Our co-host Christian usually has ten cups of coffee before each recording session. For this recording of our commercial, he drank eleven. Join us as he babbles at light speed about our upcoming interview with Kat DeLorean! Yes, THAT Kat DeLorean! Good thing we don't pay him by the minute or we'd be o…

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What do you do when you grow up with a legendary automotive icon? For Aaron Shelby, it’s all about earning his stripes 48:02

3M ago48:02

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Our guest today is a Board Member of Carroll Shelby International, a Board Member of the Carroll Shelby Foundation, a staple of the legions of owners and fans of Shelby automobiles and the kid who knew him simply as grand dad, Mr. Aaron Shelby Connect with Aaron: https://www.facebook.com/aaron.shelby.52 https://www.shelby.com/en-us/ https://www.she…

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Gratitude 6:09

3M ago6:09

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This episode was one that I couldn't wait to record and it's all about gratitude. Take a ride with me as we start back at my first Spring Fling Million win and end with the second win focusing on gratitude.By Luke Bogacki

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