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  • May 18, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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#228 - Farewell Episode

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 10:49


FAREWELL EPISODE!!! After 3.5 years and 228 episodes with Josh Wiese, the Sponsored Rider Club Podcast is coming to an end. Tune in for some reflections on the past and a glimpse into the future. This live experience is powered by 4 Wheel Parts, but the ENTIRE experience was powered by YOU. Have fun and ride safe.

#227 - If I could sponsor anyone...

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 11:01


Finally! It is time for ME to answer the question I have been CONSTANTLY asking the guests on the show... If I could sponsor anyone in the world, who would I choose and why? Tune in for my answer. Who would you sponsor and why? This live experience is powered by 4 Wheel Parts.

#226 - Jeff Vanasdal of Topthepodium.com is back to tell us about his new company, social media bots, and lead generation

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2020 44:13


In his 4th guest appearance on the show, Jeff Vanasdal is back to talk about his latest adventures and how you should be thinking about lead generation. We also discuss social media bots and Jeff's latest online magazine. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#225 - iRacing Lessons Learned

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2020 27:06


In past episodes, we have discussed the surge in iRacing and eSports, and urged you to consider getting into the mix given the current pandemic. Not everyone is ready for the surge, and some racers have learned the hard way. This show is intended to give you some insights into mistakes racers have made and how you can avoid those and properly leverage the exposure iRacing can bring you and your sponsors. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#224 - Camren Sorensen talks youth racing and what it means to be sketchy

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2020 20:46


In Part 3 of the Sorensen Series, 8 yr. old racer Camren Sorensen of Sorensen Motorsports joins us to talk about the crazy things he does in youth motorsports. He also shares the work he is doing to develop his personal brand, That's Sketchy, and his YouTube channel. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#223 - Amanda Sorensen talks competition, multi-discipline sponsorship, and managing distraction

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2020 59:11


In Part 2 of the Sorensen series, Amanda Sorensen of Sorensen Motorsports joins us to discuss multiple facets of motorsports marketing. We chat about managing sponsors across racing disciplines, turning negative energy into positive energy, showing your failures, and the importance of competition. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#222 - Is it YOUR time for eSports?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2020 8:09


In our 51st live show, Josh Wiese is discussing how the coronavirus has created a new surge in eSports and what that could mean for you. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts.

#221 - Utilizing quarantine to improve your sponsorship program

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2020 12:49


During the COVID-19 pandemic, the world is changing daily. Many people are in quarantine, looking for opportunities to fill their time. This show discusses 5 tips to help you utilize this coronavirus quarantine time to improve your skills and ultimately your sponsorship program. This live experience is powered by 4 Wheel Parts.

#220 - Branden Sorensen talks supporting R&D, having a Plan B, and treating your sponsor like it's YOUR business

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2020 44:09


Branden Sorensen of Sorensen Motorsports joins us to discuss a variety of motorsports marketing and sponsorship topics. As the youngest professional drift driver and a member of a family devoted to motorsports, we get a ton of info on how to treat your sponsors, supporting development testing, and what it means to have a backup plan. Stay tuned for the next two parts of this Sorensen Series where Branden's sister Amanda and his little brother Camren join us as well. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com  

#219 - Mia Chapman talks UTV racing, being a Redbull athlete, and why sponsors like desert racing

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2020 50:00


Mia Chapman takes you behind the wheel to understand how she has leveraged her racing, networking, and social media skills to become a rising star in the UTV racing world. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#218 - Basil Khaja of Midwest Offroad Expeditions talks event planning, photo sharing, and sponsorship connection

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2020 56:32


Basil Khaja of Midwest Offroad Expeditions joins us to discuss how he integrates motorsports marketing and sponsorship tactics into his offroading passion. We dive into details around event planning, charity support, communication, and sponsorship connection stories. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#217 - Valuation Series: Part 3

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2020 36:21


Concluding our 3 part valuation series, this episode breaks down how to package your valuation. We begin by unpacking how valuations fit into the bigger financial picture, then describe how it should be presented to a sponsor. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#216 - What is livery and why should I care?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2020 6:27


Why did it take me so long to learn this word? LIVERY! Don't make the same mistake. Tune in now! This live experience is powered by 4 Wheel Parts.

#215 - Valuation Series: Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2020 55:16


This is the hard part! As part 2 of the 3 part valuation series, this episode breaks down the intricacies of tangible and intangible assets, the basic parts of your valuation. We describe what they mean, how to calculate them, and outline several examples. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#214 - Back to the basics; 6 motorsports sponsorship fails to avoid

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2020 17:46


It's time to get back to the basics folks. Based on some poor sponsorship proposals that have floating around lately, it seems like a refresher is in order. Here are 6 motorsports sponsorship fails to avoid. This live experience is powered by 4 Wheel Parts.

#213 - Valuation Series: Part 1

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2020 28:34


This episode introduces a new series about valuations. It is a complex topic, so we are breaking it down into three episodes: Part 1 - Overview; exploring key concepts and terms Part 2 - Intricacies of tangible and intangible assets Part 3 - Presenting the package deal Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#212 - Hunt the Front co-creator and kart racer Joshua Joiner talks storytelling, Patreon, and vlogging

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2020 58:33


Joshua Joiner gives us an insider perspective on what it takes to manage a successful racing vlog, Hunt the Front. We discuss the importance of storytelling and explore several elements of creating engaging video content. We also dive into examples of how he has secured non-endemic sponsorships and Patreon support, among several other topics. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#211 - Chris Keller of Nomad Overland talks social media tools, affiliate marketing, and consistency

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2020 79:19


Chris Keller of Nomad Overland joins us to break down the lessons he has learned over the years and how he supports his sponsors through his overland adventure social media presence and blogging. We dive into several tools to help your social media and content creation strategy. We also cover some different types of partnerships (i.e. affiliate programs). Chris hammers home the importance of consistency. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#210 - Offset Branding Costs

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2020 12:36


Do you understand offset branding costs? Can you relay your value to your sponsors? If you hesitated in answering these questions, you came to the right place. This live experience is powered by 4 Wheel Parts.

#209 - Jay Tilles of Banks Power and the Truck Show Podcast talks sponsorship management, your look, and what companies are really thinking

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2020 82:19


Jay Tilles (aka Lightning) is the Brand Manager for Banks Power and co-host of the Truck Show Podcast. He brings to us a plethora of experience with handling sponsorship requests and managing brands. You are NOT going to want to miss this one. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#208 - Jim Beaver talks eSports, Vision Wheel brand management, podcasting, and becoming a racer agent

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2020 58:31


This episode with Jim Beaver dives into some big-hitting topics about increasing your reach with podcasting, becoming a racer agent, and diving deep into brand management with a partner. The most game-changing aspect of this show though comes from our conversation about eSports and how it is revolutionizing our world. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#207 - Are you playing the Infinite Game?

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2020 10:29


Is motorsports marketing and sponsorship part of a finite or infinite game? What is your mindset? Tune in to discuss! This live experience is powered by 4 Wheel Parts.

#206 - Organic Integration

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2020 31:41


Join us as we unpack the term "organic integration." What does it mean? Are you doing it? We break it all down in this episode. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#205 - Nate Mclean returns to discuss sand dune adventures and revised content strategies

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2020 63:33


Nate Mclean is back to discuss his recent cross-country sand dune adventures and how he has upped his content game to better serve his creative desires and his sponsor reach. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#204 - 2020 Goal-setting

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2019 13:39


Its goal-setting season!!! Are you prepared? Tune in to hear some tips to get you ready to tackle 2020. This live experience is powered by 4 Wheel Parts.

#203 - Brennen Shermer shares his process for using snowmobile watercross to overcome PTSD

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2019 53:20


Join us in this powerful episode where we learn how United States Navy veteran, Brennen Shermer, has used snowmobile watercross to recover from PTSD after his service in Afghanistan. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#202 - Sponsorship Grit

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2019 3:55


What is sponsorship grit? Do you have it? This live experience is powered by 4 Wheel Parts.

#201 - Justin Krabben talks snowmobile watercross, 5M Tik Tok views, and sponsorship lessons learned

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2019 63:06


Justin Krabben joins us to share what he has learned from this podcast over the years and how he has leveraged Tik Tok to gain 5M video views! He also offers us a behind the scenes understanding of the fascinating sport of snowmobile watercross! Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#200 - How to start a podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2019 70:13


Have you ever considered starting your own podcast? It is a great way to share your message and extend your brand. It seemed fitting that this milestone 200th episode would cover the fundamental elements of starting a podcast. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#199 - What's Next in Motorsports Sponsorship?

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2019 48:28


On the eve of our 200th episode, it felt appropriate to ask the questions... What does our industry have in store for us in the future? What trends in motorsports sponsorship should we be paying attention to? What should we be prepared for? Tune in to find out. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#198 - George Hammel is back to talk about his 19 lives, strategic planning, and the Dirt Life

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2019 59:20


George Hammel is back again to share how he has overcome some serious challenges in his racing career, and ultimately what you can learn from it. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Bold Racing Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com  

#197 - A step toward discovering your brand; the Personal Mission Statement

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2019 9:20


We hear guests on the show talk CONSTANTLY about being yourself and living your brand. How do you know what your brand is though? Who are you really? Let’s get a tool in your hand to help answer those questions. This live experience is powered by 4 Wheel Parts and Bold Racing.

#196 - What's up with Instagram?

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2019 7:46


Instagram has made some changes. Should you be worried? This live experience is powered by 4 Wheel Parts and Bold Racing.

#195 - Keith Hook of UTV Sports Mag on the importance of emotion and stories in content creation

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2019 65:50


Keith Hook, owner/publisher of UTV Sports Magazine, joins us to share his perspective on the fundamental of good content creation. We discuss a newer video platform and some of the critical elements in telling a digital. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Bold Racing Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#194 - Battling burnout

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2019 49:04


This episode dives into something most of us struggle with at one point or another...burnout. So many expectations...not enough time or energy. We offer validation of this feeling, as well as some tips to help you dig out. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Bold Racing Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#193 - 5 lessons learned at SEMA 2019

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2019 41:41


SEMA is an incredible show packed full of opportunities and lessons learned. This episode dives into 5 key motorsports marketing and sponsorship takeaways from SEMA 2019. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Bold Racing Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#192 - 5 ways to make your sponsorship program legit

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2019 12:05


Josh Wiese is live discussing some fundamental tips for running your sponsorship program like a legit business. Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Like, share, and tag your friends! This live experience was powered by 4 Wheel Parts and Bold Racing.

#191 - Ferenc Elekes of Overland Site spews insights on social media, website, and blogging

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2019 71:16


Ferenc Elekes of Overland Site joins us to share is crazy overland adventures and give us some very tangible advice on how you can utilize keywords, social media planning tools, and Pinterest to boost your overall exposure to the motorsports community.  Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Bold Racing Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#190 - Is the World of Motorsports BIG or SMALL?

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2019 20:09


Is the world of motorsports sponsorship BIG or SMALL? Join Josh Wiese live to unpack this question. He also has an update and an opportunity for YOU to be interviewed at SEMA. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts and Bold Racing.

#189 - The Art of Saying No

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 41:00


You have to make a choice when a sponsorship deal or contract is presented to you. Is saying "NO" and option? If so, how can you recognize and communicate that? This show unpacks the reasons you might say no to a sponsorship deal and how you might go about saying it. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Bold Racing Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#188 - Taylor Heiman is back to discuss supercross futures, women in motocross, and marketing tips

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2019 40:09


Taylor Heiman is back for the 4th time to discuss her new role as a sponsor for female supercross racers. We also cover the 2019 Vegas to Reno race, her new partners, and some overall marketing tips you need to know. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Bold Racing Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#187 - The 31 terms you NEED to know AND use

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2019 43:40


This show dives into some of the basic business terms that can help add a professional edge and more credibility to your sponsorship program. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Bold Racing Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#186 - Ronnie Anderson hits on foundational elements that you CAN'T ignore

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2019 40:24


Offroad racer Ronnie Anderson talks to us about a key to success: managing stress so that you can ultimately have fun. We also hit on some of the cool things he is doing with RJ Anderson from a content creation standpoint. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: SolderWeld AMSOIL Bold Racing Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#185 - You are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2019 1:43


We briefly explore the concept of the impact the people around you have on your personal brand. This live experience is powered by 4 Wheel Parts and Bold Racing.

#184 - 4 Tips to improve your professional online presence

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2019 9:26


We are live discussing some simple steps you can take to bolster your professional online presence. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts and Bold Racing.

#183 - Gunnar Sterne explains how Street Fighter 5, pretzels, and orienteering can get you sponsored by Red Bull

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2019 65:20


  Gunnar Sterne brings his ice oval racing experience to this show along with an insider look at being a Red Bull athlete. We discuss organic integration, local company sponsors, and...orienteering. Lots of fun and great info. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: AMSOIL SolderWeld Bold Racing Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#182 - Honda off-road racer Jeff Proctor discusses carpe diem and building a legit sponsorship program

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2019 64:26


Can cycle trader ads, random run-ins, and a marketing agency propel your motorsports career? Find out how Honda off-road racer Jeff Proctor built his awesome sponsorship program and financial acumen in this knowledge-packed episode. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: AMSOIL SolderWeld Bold Racing Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#181 - Chuck Foreman of Pro Eagle talks contingency, brand ambassadors, and seeing the big picture

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2019 65:23


Chuck Foreman of Pro Eagle joins us to talk about his expectations of brand ambassadors beyond the track. We also get to hear the story of how the Pro Eagle jack company got started, which is frankly pretty awesome. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: AMSOIL SolderWeld Bold Racing Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#180 - Monster Energy's Matt Burroughs takes us behind the sponsorship scenes

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2019 70:02


Matt Burroughs, desert racer and Senior Vice President at Monster Energy, joins us to share his stories as a UTV desert racer. We get into some cool examples of what it really takes to race and support events for your sponsors. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts. Brought to you by: AMSOIL SolderWeld Bold Racing Crash Addict Industries Topthepodium.com

#179 - Does your look matter to motorsports sponsors?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2019 11:03


In this live show, we answer the question "Does your look matter to motorsports sponsors?"  Powered by 4 Wheel Parts and Bold Racing.

#178 - Vegas to Reno race recap and lessons learned

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2019 27:25


  Join us in this live recap of the 2019 Vegas to Reno race. This isn't your traditional recap either, as we discuss lessons learned about the tech & contingency, race, and post-race activities that you can apply to your next event. Powered by 4 Wheel Parts and Bold Racing.

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