Best Russell Parsons Podcasts (2025)

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Mike Tomlin Did it Again, Dispelling False Narratives 42:59

22h ago42:59

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On this edition of Mike Drop, Mike Asti unleashes on Mike Tomlin blowing a chance to wrap up the division with a horrible loss in Cleveland and then tackles multiple false narratives surrounding the Steelers and their polarizing head coach. Featured image credit: Ed Thompson Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informat…

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From Quarter Midgets To Miss Mahoning: Zoe Quinn’s Path In Motorsports 31:05

1d ago31:05

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Send us a text A five-year-old asks for a race kart. A teenager helps build her first full-bodied car. Then she trades her helmet for a tiara to grow the sport she loves. Meet Zoe Quinn—19-year-old driver and 2025 Miss Mahoning—whose story proves that visibility can be just as powerful as velocity. We dive into Zoe’s early start in pee-wee karts an…

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Will Graves Defends His Baseball HOF Ballot, Mike Tomlin, Aaron Rodgers 1:24:53

8d ago1:24:53

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As voters begin to release their Baseball Hall of Fame vote, the Associated Press' Will Graves joins Mike Asti to discuss (and defend) his ballot. They get into who he voted for and why, his thoughts on voters who have 10 players on their ballot every year no matter what and how he handles those clouded by performance enhancing drugs. After the Coo…

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Rowan Edgar: The Car Doesn’t Know Your Gender, Only Your Grit 37:47

12d ago37:47

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Send us a text A teenager with a torque wrench and a plan—Rowan Edgar is redefining what focus looks like at 15. We sit down with the Missouri micro sprint driver to map her path from caged karts to her first A-class win, and the choices that make speed possible: homeschooling to create time for travel and training, daily fitness to stay sharp to t…

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From Homeschool To Hot Laps: A Mom’s Guide To Growing A Young Dirt Driver 35:50

11d ago35:50

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Send us a text A single bold ask can change a racing life. That’s what happened when a six-year-old named Everett walked up to Food City’s CEO and asked for a sponsorship—an audacious moment that launched a genuine grassroots journey, powered by family, faith, and a love for speed. We sit down with Amy Larson, proud “momager” and homeschool parent …

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Jay Paterno Responds to LaVar Arrington, Talks Matt Campbell, Penn State Coaching Search, State of CFB 34:16

18d ago34:16

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For a special conversation at a very appropriate time, Mike Asti welcomed Jay Paterno on his "Mike Drop" show. Paterno offered his honest thoughts about Matt Campbell, the Penn State coaching search, the expectations on the program, the state of college football as a whole and so much more. And yes, Paterno responded to LaVar Arrington's recent com…

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Evaluating Penn State Coaching Search, Landing on Matt Campbell 1:03:04

20d ago1:03:04

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With the Penn State coaching search now over and Matt Campbell in State College, Mike Asti welcomed Nittany Sports Now's Joe Smeltzer on his "Mike Drop" show to discuss the good, bad and the ugly of the search and what the future may look like moving forward for the Nittany Lions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for in…

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Mike Asti on What Kevin Brown Means for WVU Football, MBB Has Room to Improve 30:52

1M ago30:52

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On the heels of a big day for WVU football, Mike Asti jumped on WKMZ with Alex Wiederspiel. They talked what adding a nationally respected recruit does for the expectations of next season and then pivot into discussing WVU basketball winning despite the struggles of a top player. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for inf…

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Is Aaron Rodgers the Best QB to Ever Play for Steelers? 47:11

2M ago47:11

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Mike Asti talks with Pitt color analyst Pat Bostick about his recent take that Aaron Rodgers is the best quarterback to ever play for the Steelers. The two discuss (and debate some) the legacies of Rodgers, Ben Roethlisberger and Terry Bradshaw. Can Mike offer any counter points argue for Big Ben or even Bradshaw? Find out on this edition of Mike D…

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Todd Haley Evaluates Joe Flacco, Aaron Rodgers, Defends Mike Tomlin, Talks Shedeur Sanders 51:48

2M ago51:48

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Former Steelers OC and NFL coach Todd Haley joins Mike Asti to evaluate Aaron Rodgers and Joe Flacco and discuss the Steelers' true chances this season. Haley also defends his former boss when responding to the fans who want Mike Tomlin fired and also explains why the Browns shouldn't have drafted Shedeur Sanders at all. Image credit to Mark Albert…

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Paiten Burnham: National Winner Shares The Highs, Lows, And What Comes After Quarter Midgets 16:57

2M ago16:57

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Send us a text One national win, one scary flip, and one giant leap forward. We sit down with Paiten Burnham, a 16-year-old quarter midget racer from Connecticut, to unpack a season defined by consistency, courage, and the bold move to test a midget in Indianapolis right after her final national in Topeka. From the bright lights of Las Vegas to the…

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Defending Russell Wilson, Eli Manning HOF Debate, Paul Skenes Has Best Pirates Season 57:08

3M ago57:08

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With so much Russell Wilson slander out there, Mike Asti decided to drop the mic on a couple national analyst for their recent asinine comments about the quarterback. Asti then pivoted to explain why Wilson would have to get into the Hall of Fame if Eli Manning is ever inducted. And then in closing, he argues why Paul Skenes' 2025 season is the gre…

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God Winks on the Road: How Lori Cutter Became a Chaplain for Racers for Christ 50:22

3M ago50:22

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Send us a text Faith finds its place in the fast lane through the quiet, consistent ministry of racing chaplains. In this heartfelt conversation, Lori Cutter reveals her journey from pit crew member to Racers for Christ chaplain, sharing how divine timing led her to discover her true calling after years in various motorsports roles. "I never felt 1…

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Mike Asti Covers Major WVU Football Storylines for Big 12 Opener 31:26

3M ago31:26

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Leading up to West Virginia's Big 12 opener at Kansas, WV Sports Now's Mike Asti jumped on WKMZ with Alex Wiederspiel to discuss the top storylines of the game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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What Racing Teaches You When You're 9,000 Miles From Home 52:26

3M ago52:26

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Send us a text At age nine, Veronica McCann received racing gear for her birthday. Now, decades later, this Perth, Western Australia native is still pursuing her passion across two continents. Nicknamed "Red Hot Ronnie" for her distinctive auburn hair, Veronica brings a refreshing perspective to dirt track racing that bridges Australian and America…

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From Go-Karts to Glory: 10-Year-Old Sadie Parsons Chases NASCAR Dreams 35:30

3M ago35:30

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Send us a text Meet the extraordinary Sadie Parsons, a 10-year-old racing phenom who's already collecting championships like most kids collect toys. From the moment her father introduced her to go-kart racing at age five, Sadie has been on an unstoppable journey through the motorsports world. Born into racing royalty—both her parents met on the go-…

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Turbocharged Life: The Lisa Kubo Story 36:44

4M ago36:44

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Send us a text From street racing at age four to making history as the first driver to break the seven-second barrier in a front-wheel drive car, Lisa Kubo's motorsports journey embodies the revolutionary spirit that transformed import racing from underground gatherings to professional competition. Lisa's story begins with motorsports in her blood …

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Helmets, Homework and Horsepower: A High School Senior's Racing Life 32:01

4M ago32:01

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Send us a text Passion fuels Ava Weil's racing journey across dirt and asphalt, creating a remarkable story of perseverance and growth. This high school senior from Plymouth, Indiana doesn't just race – she lives and breathes motorsports with dreams of turning her passion into a career through motorsports management. Ava's racing roots run deep, be…

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Beyond the Sidelines: From NFL Wife to Self-Discovery 53:01

4M ago53:01

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Send us a text What happens when your entire identity becomes wrapped up in someone else's spotlight? Eileen Noyes knows this journey intimately. From college strength coach to NFL wife overnight, she experienced firsthand how quickly women can lose themselves in the shadows of their relationships. Eileen's story takes us behind the curtain of prof…

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Mike Asti Reacts to the Micah Parsons Trade: Jerry Jones is Crazy! 28:18

4M ago28:18

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Mike Asti reacts to the shocking Micah Parsons trade on this ⁠solo "Mike Drop" edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-Saw Show⁠. Asti rants on Jerry Jones being way different now than in his younger days, letting a negotiation get personal, caring more about business than winning and why this deal is nothing like when the Dallas Cowboys traded Hershel Wa…

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One Race Changed Everything: How Caylee Kjos Found Her Passion on Dirt Tracks 31:34

4M ago31:34

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Send us a text What happens when you finally say "yes" to the thing you've been avoiding? For Caylee Kjos, one reluctant agreement to race "just once" completely transformed her life trajectory. Caylee never imagined herself as a race car driver. In fact, she actively resisted her stepdad Quinn's persistent encouragement, dismissing racing as "bori…

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Dirt, Fire, and Determination with Angelique Bell 36:44

4M ago36:44

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Send us a text Passion burns brightest when tested by fire—both figurative and literal—as sprint car driver Angelique Bell reveals in this powerful conversation about perseverance in motorsports. From the moment 12-year-old Angelique first sat in a quarter midget race car, she was hooked. Now at 31, this Sacramento-based IT professional has built a…

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20 Ways Women in Motorsports can demonstrate value to sponsors on social media 18:13

4M ago18:13

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Send us a text 20 Ways Women in Motorsports can demonstrate value to sponsors on social media. Support the show FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/womensmotorsportsnetworkandpodcast INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/womensmotorsportsnetwork/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melindarussell/ TIKTOK: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melindarussell/…

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The 14-year-old girl making waves in the male-dominated world of motorsports 19:03

4M ago19:03

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Send us a text What drives a 14-year-old girl to spend scorching summer days at racetracks instead of swimming pools? For Chloe Mazzagatti, racing isn't just a hobby—it's in her blood. From her pink #87 Supra late model to her remarkable story of determination, Chloe represents the changing face of motorsports. Traveling from New Franklin, Ohio to …

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Girl Power and Horsepower: Mckenzee Hogan's Dragster Journey 30:16

4M ago30:16

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Send us a text Ever wonder what it's like to hurtle down a drag strip at 780 mph before you can even drive legally on the street? Meet Mckenzee Hogan, a 15-year-old drag racing phenom who's been behind the wheel for over half her life. Mckenzee's journey began at age seven when she sat in a dragster at Charlotte's 4Wide event. Within months, she wa…

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Crash, Crown, and Cobalt: Delaney Dunns Wild Ride 41:11

5M ago41:11

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Send us a text Delaney Dunn's racing journey is one of perseverance, breaking barriers, and finding strength in what makes her unique. Racing for 11 years since age 15, this 26-year-old driver from Otis, Maine has transformed from an uncertain rookie into the newly-crowned "Queen of the Oval" in the Ladies Acceleration Tour. The path to Victory Lan…

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The Health of College Football with Bill Bender 47:35

5M ago47:35

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Since the 2025 season marks the beginning of another new era for college football, Mike Asti welcomed Bill Bender of the Sporting News back on Mike Drop to discuss health of the sport and what the future may look like. They also talked Rich Rodriguez's return to West Virginia in the back half of the show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. S…

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Should the Steelers Award Cam Heyward a New Contract Again? 31:51

5M ago31:51

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Cam Heyward demanding the Steelers award him a new contract again triggered Mike Asti, promoting a rant edition of Mike Drop. Asti explains why Heyward didn't really bet on himself like he thinks he did and why the Steelers shouldn't cave to his demands. Image credit: Ed Thompson Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for inf…

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Wrenches, Wins, and Wisconsin: The Kennedy Swan Story 35:40

5M ago35:40

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Send us a text Kennedy Swan shares her journey from go-kart racing at age 5 to becoming the only female driver in her modified dirt track division as she builds her racing career while balancing college, work, and maintaining her self-discipline. • Started in motorsports at age 5 when her father chose to invest his sponsor money in her go-kart inst…

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Ink & Engines: Four Decades of Motorsports Storytelling with Deb Williams 55:46

5M ago55:46

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Send us a text From sleeping peacefully under loudspeakers at dirt tracks as a baby to witnessing Richard Petty's historic 200th victory with President Reagan in attendance, Deb Williams has lived and breathed motorsports her entire life. Now in her fourth decade as a motorsports journalist, Williams takes us on a captivating journey from her humbl…

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What Happens When Family, Farming, and Fast Cars Collide? 26:55

5M ago26:55

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Send us a text Racing isn't just a weekend hobby for 17-year-old Dominique Champlin—it's a family legacy that's "wedged its way into her life routine." From the moment she climbed into an alcohol-powered go-kart at age six, motorsports has been her driving passion, leading to her first championship at just seven years old. What makes Dominique's st…

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Tatianna Calderone: Sisters, Speed, and Determination Shape a Motorsport Career 32:24

5M ago32:24

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Send us a text Tatiana Calderón takes us on a high-speed journey through her remarkable racing career that spans continents, championships, and countless barriers broken. The Colombian driver opens up about discovering her passion at just nine years old, when a five-minute ticket at a rental go-kart track sparked a lifelong love affair with speed a…

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From Dirt Bikes to Off-Road Trucks: Gray Leadbetter's Motorsports Journey 48:30

5M ago48:30

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Send us a text From a two-year-old denied a plastic toy car to racing alongside Travis Pastrana in Saudi Arabia, Gray Leadbetter's journey through motorsports defies all expectations. With no family racing background whatsoever, Gray carved her own path through sheer determination and a natural talent that was evident from the moment she first clim…

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Building relationships drives the National Compact Touring Series with Drew Jach 1:09:46

5M ago1:09:46

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Send us a text Behind every racing series lies a story of passion, perseverance, and the relentless pursuit of building something meaningful. Drew Jack's 12-year journey with the National Compact Touring Series reveals exactly that—a tale that began in the grandstands of Kalamazoo Speedway where his father would drop him off as a "cheap babysitter"…

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Bryce Bozell: The 14-Year-Old Record Breaker Taking on Racing Legends 1:03:17

5M ago1:03:17

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Send us a text The roar of engines returns with "Let's Talk Racing Wise," where host Melinda Russell reignites her passion project dedicated to shining a spotlight on overlooked local racetracks across Michigan and Indiana. This premiere episode arrives just in time for the Fourth of July racing festivities that promise excitement, fireworks, and f…

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Waving Shirts in the Front Yard: How a Boy's Dream Became Reality with Tony Eldridge 1:20:51

5M ago1:20:51

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Send us a text When Tony Eldridge decided to wave colored shirts on hangers in his front yard as a child, pretending to be a flagman, he never imagined it would lead to a 20-year career in motorsports that would touch countless lives. His journey from those humble beginnings to becoming one of the most respected figures in Midwest short track racin…

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Wrenches, Wins, and Winchester Dreams with Tyler Roahrig 44:51

5M ago44:51

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Send us a text Racing isn't just what Tyler Roering does—it's who he is. From his earliest memories of causing ruckus in his dad's race shop to becoming a multi-discipline champion, Tyler's life revolves entirely around motorsports. As a third-generation racer from Plymouth, Indiana, his racing lineage stretches back to the 1960s, creating a family…

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Caitlyn Bernard: Fourth Generation of Women Drivers at Whittemore Speedway 33:22

5M ago33:22

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Send us a text Deep in northern Michigan, where entertainment options are limited and community bonds run strong, Caitlin Bernard carries forward an extraordinary motorsports legacy. As the fourth generation of women in her family to race at Whittemore Speedway, she follows in the tire tracks of her great-grandmother, grandmother, and mother who al…

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Gina Kolevar: Family, Food, and Fast Cars: Building Motorsport Community 39:06

5M ago39:06

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Send us a text Gina Culliver shares her journey as the "Nissan Queen" of Whittemore Speedway, starting her racing career at 43 after losing her father and best friend to cancer. Now at 51, she balances her nursing career with her passion for motorsports, community service, and creating a welcoming family atmosphere at Michigan's oldest continuously…

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Let's Talk Racing LIVE: The Van Avery Family Story 46:42

5M ago46:42

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Send us a text The heart and soul of local racing lies in its family legacies, and few families embody this spirit more than the Van Averys. In this candid and heartfelt conversation, Jesse Van Avery Sr. and his son Jesse Jr. open up about their multi-generational racing journey at Galesburg Speedway and beyond. Jesse Sr. shares how he practically …

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Ashley Winslett: Smooth is Fast: Life Lessons from a Capsule Boat 37:51

5M ago37:51

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Send us a text Ashley Winslet balances her day job as an assistant manager working with elephants at the Dallas Zoo with her passion for high-speed flat bottom boat racing, reaching speeds up to 142 mph on water. As one of only three female flat bottom drivers in the country, she's making waves in the sport after winning her first two races of the …

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Presley Hall: What Happens When Dad Sells His Car So You Can Race? 33:19

5M ago33:19

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Send us a text Nine-year-old racer Presley Hall shares her journey in motorsports, from her father selling his race car so she could race to her dreams of competing in World of Outlaws Midget series. Despite flipping her car five times in one race, she was back behind the wheel the next week, demonstrating remarkable resilience and passion for the …

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Kate Turner: Brake Pedals and Broken Egos: Tales from a Track Instructor 37:47

5M ago37:47

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Send us a text Kate Turner's journey into motorsports breaks every conventional rule in the racing handbook. At 21 years old, this track instructor from Leicestershire discovered her passion for racing not as a child karting prodigy, but as a 17-year-old who simply woke up one day and decided she wanted to be a race car driver. Her refreshing cando…

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Little Racer, Big Impact: Lizzie Vogel's Inspiring Journey 31:29

6M ago31:29

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Send us a text Lizzie Vogel, an eight-year-old fourth-generation quarter midget racer, shares her inspiring journey from beginning in go-karts at age five to becoming a Hoosier Hero award winner while managing multiple surgeries for her cleft palate and lip. Her remarkable story encompasses the highs and lows of her racing career, her cleft palate …

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Phil Steele Previews 2025 CFB Season, Talks WVU, Pitt, Penn State 34:51

6M ago34:51

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Longtime college football insider Phil Steele joined Mike Asti to discuss the release of his 2025 preview. Asti asked Steele about his thoughts on playoff expansion and which format works best and if he believes contracts and a salary cap and contracts are coming. Steele then broke down his expectations for WVU, Pitt and Penn State with fall camp j…

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Finding Your Lane: Balancing School, Racing, and Growing Up with Ella Wu-Heilman 33:48

6M ago33:48

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Send us a text When Ella Wu Heilman climbed onto her first PW50 motorcycle at just two years old, no one could have predicted the remarkable journey ahead. Now fifteen and speaking with the wisdom of a veteran racer, Ella shares her extraordinary thirteen-year motorsports journey that's taken her from backyard dirt tracks to competing on a Kawasaki…

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Mike Asti Previews 2025 WVU Football Season on KMA Radio 17:12

6M ago17:12

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For bonus content only a couple weeks away from the start of fall camp, WV Sports Now's Mike was asked to preview the upcoming WVU football season on KMA Radio. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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Racing Beyond Limits: Lena Chin's Journey in Gridlife 34:24

6M ago34:24

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Send us a text When six-year-old Lena Chin attended her first race at Sebring, something clicked—the sights, sounds, and energy of motorsport captured her imagination completely. Nearly two decades later, she's become a competitive force in the Gridlife Touring Cup Series, piloting her Honda S2000 against some of the best amateur racers in the coun…

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Beyond the Finish Line: Finding Balance in Speed and Life with Karyl Bell 40:44

6M ago40:44

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Send us a text Karyl Bell's motorsports journey is the perfect blend of family legacy, entrepreneurial spirit, and unwavering determination. From her earliest memories at Lebanon Valley Dragway in upstate New York, where her mother serves as assistant track manager and her father races, Karyl has turned a childhood passion into both a competitive c…

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From Music Studio to Dragstrip: Nancy Matter's Remarkable Journey 33:04

6M ago33:04

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Send us a text Nancy Matter's resilience burns brighter than nitromethane in this powerful conversation about perseverance, passion, and breaking barriers in motorsports. From her childhood days at San Fernando Raceway to becoming the first female owner-driver of a Top Fuel Funny Car in this century, Nancy's journey exemplifies the never-quit attit…

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