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…ON TODAYS PROGRAM…   FERNANDO AND THE HONDA CURSE, LAWRENCE STROLL SELLS ASTON MARTIN NAMING RIGHTS FOR 50 MILLION POUNDS. FERRARI ON THE OTHER HAND SHOW OFF NEW SPINNING REAR WING AND, LOOK VERY COMPETITIVE ! MCLAREN AND MERCEDES ARE NOT FAR BEHIND… RED BULL IS STILL A QUESTION MARK?…AND FERNANDO WILL NEED HIS CAMPING CHAIR AS THE GP2 ENGINE THAT FAILED HIM AT MCLAREN, THAT WENT KABLAMO IN THE INDY 500 AND LOOKS TO HAUNT ALONSO FOR ANOTHER LONG SEASON!! STAY TUNED FOR SOME GREAT ONE LINERS FROM MACHISMO… THIS WEEK'S NASIR HAMEED CORNER…MORE VINTAGE BANTER BETWEEN THE HOST AND NASIR…THIS WEEKS SPECIAL GUEST: MARCUS ERICSSON, MARTIN BRUNDLE, AND MIKI MONRAS DE ESPANA…! Indianapolis 500 Veteran Hucul Dies at 79   INDIANAPOLIS (Friday, Feb. 20, 2026) – Canadian driver Cliff Hucul, a veteran of three Indianapolis 500 starts in the late 1970s, died Feb. 17 on his farm in his native Prince George, British Columbia. He was 79. Hucul made three consecutive starts in “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” from 1977-79. His best finish came as a rookie in 1977, 22nd in the No. 29 Team Canada McLaren/Offenhauser that Hucul bought after Johnny Rutherford drove it to victory in the 1976 “500.” Hucul completed 72 laps before being sidelined by gearbox problems. He qualified on Bump Day for that race despite touching the wall in practice the previous day and suffering two engine failures during the Month of May, a significant pitfall for his low-budget team. Hucul's best qualifying spot was 18th in 1979, his final “500” start. The small-town driver from northern British Columbia learned his craft by racing stock cars and modified sprint cars at local tracks. He then began racing modifieds and supermodifieds in the Pacific Northwest against drivers that included eventual Indianapolis 500 winner and INDYCAR SERIES champion Tom Sneva and his brother Jerry Sneva. Hucul made 24 total USAC and CART starts between 1977-81, with eight top-10 finishes. Hucul's best finish in the standings was 11th in 1979, when he started the season by placing fifth at Ontario Motor Speedway and a career-best fourth at Texas World Speedway. In 1996, Hucul became a paraplegic after an automobile accident when crossing black ice on a highway in British Columbia. Despite being confined to a wheelchair, Hucul remained active, managing his farm and mentoring many drivers in the area. He was inducted into the Prince George Sports Hall of Fame for his lifetime contributions to auto racing. Hucul is survived by his son, Kelly, and daughter-in-law, Sylvie; daughter, Michele, and many grandchildren. 2026 BAHRAIN TESTING - WEEK 1, DAY 3 MAX VERSTAPPEN “Looking at the test overall, the Team got in a good number of laps on the first day so we were happy with that. We completed a lot of things that we wanted to test with the new Power Unit and the car in general. Today it was a continuation of that plus also trying to explore a little bit more with the car; you go through so many test items that it continues to change and evolve with everything that you are testing. In general, it is all so new that we are still learning a lot, but the car was good. We also have new tyres, so we spent some time looking at different sets and understanding what we need to improve and be better at. With the power unit, looking at the laps we got on the board, the start that we have had is good. That's exactly what we wanted to do and it was not a given. Whether it will be enough to win races, we don't know, we will just focus on ourselves and try to do the best we can, but there is still massive room for improvement. Finally, with the car, we learnt a lot about what worked and what didn't. Our runs also gave us even more ideas for the afternoon with Isack and then for next week, where we can continue to try new things and different set ups.” ISACK HADJAR “The first week here in Bahrain has gone well. Of course, I had to wait a little before getting in the car after Barcelona, but once I did, we were able to put it to the test and really work through what we need ahead of next week and Melbourne. There are so many things to look at, but we're staying on track with our programme so far. True performance and pace are always hard to judge in pre-season, but we can be happy with the reliability we've had from the power unit this week. There are still things to work on in terms of balance and tyre management, but that's completely normal for this time of year. We're working through it together as a Team to get where we want to be for Australia. I've known the people here for a while now, but it's great to be working with them again in an environment like this." ASTON MARTIN The Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team concluded its testing programme at the Bahrain International Circuit today, with Lance Stroll returning to the cockpit of the AMR26 for the final time before the Australian Grand Prix. Lance did not get on track until late in the morning session due to a battery-related issue that had impacted Fernando's running yesterday. Honda carried out simulations on the test bench at HRC Sakura before the car returned to the track. Due to a shortage of power unit parts, the run plan was very limited and consisted only of short stints. Lance Stroll “It's been a challenging couple of weeks here in Bahrain, and today's limited running wasn't the way we wanted to finish the second test. It's clear the car isn't where we want it to be performance-wise, and we know there's a lot of work ahead in the coming weeks and months. There's a long season ahead, and we'll keep pushing flat out to unlock more performance. I want to say a big thank you to everyone trackside and back at the AMRTC for the work that's gone in so far. It's not where we want to be right now, but I know how determined this team is. We'll stick together, rise to the challenge and keep working until we deliver the performance we are looking for.” WILLIAMS F1 2026 Bahrain pre-season testing – Day 3 James Vowles, Team Principal: Another solid day of running and mileage. It's great to see that across the last six days of testing, we've been predominantly tyre and time limited, and able to complete the full programme that we wanted. That's just a testament to the hard work of the teams, both here and in Grove, making sure that we made up for lost time. 
 No one truly knows where all the performance lies. That's what Melbourne is all about, so I can't wait to go there, to gain a further understanding of where we are. What I know for sure, though, is we have work to do. There's no doubt about it. We've put ourselves on the back foot. But my assurance to everyone is that we have an aggressive programme lining up in front of us in order to make sure that we extract as much performance in this car as possible over the forthcoming months. Carlos Sainz: The past six days of testing in Bahrain has been one of the most interesting and challenging tests that I've been part of, given the new regulations and number of things we had to learn. The progress from day one has been significant, although there are still going to be things to understand and solve at the start of the season. We go into the first half of the year with lower expectations than 2025 knowing that we'll be starting slightly on the back foot. However, I'm really looking forward to getting started and focusing on improving the cars through the year to become more competitive. Bring on Melbourne! Alex Albon: It's been a relatively smooth test here in Bahrain. We got some good mileage under our belts and tested everything we wanted to get out of the car, so I'm feeling more ready for Melbourne. There's still a lot we need to understand and plenty of performance left on the table that we need to extract, but I'm glad the tests went to plan. It's now all about maximising the next few days to prepare for the first race of the year! THIS WEEK'S INTERVIEW WITH MIKI MONRAS... Miki Monrás on battling Bottas and Ricciardo in the late 2000s and the rising cost of junior racing In the late 2000s, Miki Monrás was one of Spain's brightest prospects on the junior single-seater ladder, trading blows with the likes of Daniel Ricciardo, Valtteri Bottas and António Félix da Costa in Formula Renault and GP3. But while his rivals pushed on towards F1 or careers in GTs, the Spaniard's single-seater journey came to an abrupt halt in 2011. Feeder Series caught up with Monrás to reflect on the times he rubbed shoulders with greatness, the challenges of racing in the post–financial crisis era, and life beyond motorsport. By Anabelle Bremner Back in the noughties, the path from karting to Formula 1 looked nothing like it does today. There was no standardised Formula 4, no carefully managed ladder – just a patchwork of championships that rewarded those brave enough, and wealthy enough, to dive straight in. Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 was as deep as it got: 40-car grids stacked with future stars, the proving ground where Pierre Gasly, Nyck de Vries and Lando Norris would come to cut their teeth. But before all of them, it was Monrás in the thick of it. He made his single-seater debut in late 2007, the result of years spent chasing speed. His first taste of racing, in fact, came on two wheels – on a motocross bike, inspired by his father, who had raced professionally in Spain and Europe. At the age of eight, Monrás joined a motocross camp, and it wasn't long before karting came calling. “After the first race, I really enjoyed it,” he recalls. “I remember it was Christmastime and I asked for a motocross scooter and for a go-kart. So I finally got the go-kart, and that's the way I started. Then I started racing in Catalonia, and I just moved through Spain and Europe and all the world championships until formula.” Single-seater racing, however, would prove a unique beast. Shortly before turning 16, Monrás moved straight from karting into Formula Renault 2.0, in which the competition was fierce. “Normally at that age you'd go before to a category not straight to 2.0,” he said. “My first year I was racing with Bottas, I was racing with Ricciardo, I was racing with [Andrea] Caldarelli – really good drivers.… I was racing against people that were already racing for two years in single-seaters. That was a big difference.”His first Eurocup campaign, in 2008, proved a challenging one. He was scoreless for his first five rounds with the Hitech Junior Team (no relation to the current Hitech) before a switch to SG Formula brought him six points in the final two rounds. Valtteri Bottas, then of Motopark Academy, went on to claim that year's title after a close fight involving Ricciardo, Caldarelli and Roberto Merhi. The next year brought Monrás a decidedly better season and three podiums with SG Formula, owned by Mercedes Junior Team advisor Stéphane Guerin. He wound up fifth overall in a season dominated by a fierce three-way fight between Félix da Costa, Jean-Éric Vergne and Albert Costa – the last of whom ultimately took the title. Racing against so much talent at such a young age left Monrás with plenty of perspective on what might have been. “Ricciardo was my teammate. Jean-Éric Vergne was my teammate. I raced with Da Costa, Bottas, with Magnussen, so many people that have been racing each other and winning races,” he said. “[I] think if I changed something at that point, maybe I would be in Formula 1, but who knows. Maybe yes, maybe no. “But at that time, it was really difficult times because it was 2010, '11, '12, where there was also a big crisis in the world, especially in Europe. It was really difficult for Spanish drivers to get the sponsors and the money to race.” The financial squeeze triggered by the 2008 global financial crisis left Monrás and many of his peers in a precarious position. Several teams, such as SG Formula, shut their doors in the wake of the crisis amidst an already shifting landscape in junior racing. “It's been changing a lot from that time until now. When I was racing Eurocup 2.0, one time we were like 48 drivers, I remember. 2008 at Spa. It was a massive level and so many drivers wanted to go in,” he said. “Eurocup was really high level, I would say maybe [comparable] to Formula 4 about the car and the lap times. “Motorsport has changed a lot in the last few years. It's more expensive. At that time, Eurocup was also expensive, but I think Formula 4 is around €700,000 more or less, maybe more now. It's quite expensive. Back then, I think Eurocup was around €300,000 or €250,000, so there was a massive difference. A lot more people could race at that time.” After two and a half years competing in various Formula Renault series, Monrás stepped up to GP3 in 2010. The inaugural season, won by eventual F1 driver Esteban Gutiérrez, came with another steep learning curve. Monrás managed two podiums and a 10th-place finish in the standings, but the step up exposed the limits of what talent alone could achieve in a field packed with hungry, well-backed drivers. “When I raced GP3, that was the first year of the championship, so it was a new championship for all of the teams. I also raced with Arden, which was a new team in the category, so it made it a bit difficult,” he said. “During testing, I remember I was flying in GP3, and then suddenly in some races there was such a huge difference with some other cars and drivers. It was difficult sometimes. … I think this is always present in motorsport in all categories. You will find some kind of differences within cars and teams. It just will always be there.” Challenging as it was, that season had its highs for Monrás. A recovery drive in Spa's characteristic rain remains a fond memory for the Spaniard. “I had a really bad qualifying because there were some yellow flags,” he explained. “Because there were 30 cars, it was easy to find yellow flags if you're waiting for the last minutes in qualifying. I finished [ninth in] race one, and in race two it started raining really heavily after five laps. I went from P10 to P3, nearly fighting for the win in the last lap against Rossi and Tambay. That was a really good race.” After a season in GP3, Monrás moved up a rung on the ladder to Formula Two. At the time, the feeder series landscape was fragmented. GP2 and Formula Renault 3.5 offered established paths to Formula 1, while the MotorSport Vision's FIA Formula Two Championship, which first ran in 2009, aimed to do the same with a more affordable package. “Formula Two at that point was very competitive, economically speaking,” Monrás said. “It was a lot cheaper to race in Formula Two than race in GP2 at that moment or 3.5 because it was like all one team. All the cars were one team with different engineers, and that made it low cost for the time. “A lot of drivers went to it because of that. They were racing in the best tracks, same as World Series and similar to GP2, and the car was competitive. Maybe not as competitive as GP2 or 3.5 because it was a bit slower, but it was really competitive and really fast, on the straight especially.”  “In that time, what they were saying was it was very equal. You had one engineer for three cars, you were sharing data with these three cars, and it was all under the same team. You can always find differences in motorsport. Maybe not a difference to make one car win and one car P15, but you can still always find two-tenths difference in similar cars, and two tenths, sometimes it's a lot of time,” he said. “The cars were on the same team, but each engineer was doing the set-up for his driver. The set-up I was using and maybe the set-up Bortolotti was using, he had won the championship maybe from our different set-ups. Every race, you changed engineers. Every weekend, you were rotating engineers so at the end of the season, everybody worked with everyone.” By 2012, the funding had dried up. Monrás was left sponsorless and unable to compete in Formula Two. He sampled GT racing in the Blancpain Endurance Series and tested with both Audi Sport and Atech GP, but no program materialised. From there, Monrás transitioned into driver coaching and team management – mostly with the AV Formula team owned by his manager, Adrian Vallés – and eventually “moved on” from motorsport around 2017. “I was working also with McLaren Automotive, but it was not motorsport. It was automotive, developing road cars, really competitive cars. After that I decided to stop because I wanted to follow a new career professionally, and I moved onto real estate which I have always been [involved with] because of my family, so that's why I decided to move over,” he said. “I now work in a real estate company which I own with some partners, and that's my day-to-day nowadays.” After years climbing the ladder in lockstep with some of the sport's future stars, Monrás has found a new rhythm – one that's decidedly less fast, but no less his own. Yet his career remains a reminder of the talent that defined an era: a Spaniard who went wheel to wheel with the likes of Ricciardo, Bottas, and Vergne, racing in some of the deepest junior grids of the 2000s and 2010s. In the story of that generation, Monrás may no longer be on track, but he's never far from the memory of it all.

Send a textIn this premiere episode of season 7 of the 'Greatest Spectacle in Podcasting', we talk with noted author, musician, motorsports fan and board member of the Society of Professional Motorsports Journalists, Ray Hartjen about his book, racing, and much, MUCH more!

…ON TODAYS PROGRAM… TRUMP SIGNS EXECUTIVE ORDER DESIGNATING INDY CAR RACE THRU THE STREETS OF WASHINGTON DC! CELEBRATING THE 250TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE USA!! WITH BARCELONA TESTING BEHIND US…WHO IS AHEAD? MERCEDES and FORD! FERNANDO SAYS…WE LEARN SOMETHING FROM ADRIAN NEWEY EVERYDAY! THIS WEEK'S NASIR HAMEED CORNER…MORE VINTAGE BANTER BETWEEN THE HOST AND NASIR…THIS WEEKS SPECIAL GUEST: JOHN WATSON!!! John Watson's Formula 1 debut at 1973 British Grand Prix Watson's first F1 car was a March-Cosworth 721 which he drove on the non-championship Victory Race at Brands Hatch. A year after, he was ready to move up to F1, making his debut in the British GP where he drove a Brabham BT37, and after that competed in the US Grand Prix with Brabham BT42. He retired in both races. In 1974, he drove for Goldie Hexagon Racing team with a Brabham BT42 and BT44, scoring his first world championship point with a sixth place at Monaco. He scored a total of six points that season. He failed to score points in the following year when he drove for Team Surtees before switching to the American Penske squad. First Formula 1 victory with Penske at Austrian Grand Prix He secured his first podium with the third place at the 1976 French Grand Prix. Later that season came his first victory, driving for Penske in the Austrian Grand Prix. After the race, he shaved off his beard, the result of a bet with the team owner Roger Penske. In 1977 and 1978, Watson raced with Brabham-Alfa Romeo machinery, in the first year for Martini Racing and in the second for Parmalat Racing Team. In 1977, problems with the car, accidents and a disqualification resulted with Watson racing the full distance in only five of the 17 races. In 1978, he reached three podiums and notched up 25 points to earn sixth place in the championship. In McLaren Team since 1979 For the season of 1979, Watson moved to Marlboro McLaren Team. The next two seasons were without any victories, and finally in 1981, at British Grand Prix at Silverstone, Watson secured his second F1 win. It was a maiden victory for the trend-setting carbon fibre composite monocoque McLaren MP4 car, designed by John Barnard, and managed by the team's new boss, Ron Dennis. New monococque saved his life. Later in the season, the strength of the carbon fibre monocoque was demonstrated when John had a fiery crash at Monza during the Italian Grand Prix. He started seventh on the grid and raced for 19 laps. Watson lost control of the car, coming out of the high speed Lesmo bends and crashed backwards into the barriers. The car was halved but Watson walked away unhurt. Similar accidents had previously proven fatal, but Watson was uninjured, and that lucky break proved the strength of the new carbon fiber construction. Third place in the 1982 F1 championship His most successful year was 1982, when he finished third in the drivers' championship, winning two Grands Prix (Zolder and Detroit). Most impressive was his victory at the first ever Detroit Grand, on a tight and twisty track that was difficult to pass through. Watson worked his way from the 17th starting position on the grid and charged through the field scoring a victory. Master-class victory at Long Beach Watson made a similar master-class victory the following year at the final Formula One race in Long Beach (USA). On the street circuit, he started from 22nd on the grid and succeeded to win the race. Watson's final victory also included a fight for the position with his teammate Niki Lauda, who had started the race at the 23rd spot, but Watson ultimately finished 27 seconds ahead of his famous teammate. ASTON MARTIN ARAMCO COMPLETE BARCELONA SHAKEDOWN    Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Spain, 30 January 2026: The Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team continued its Shakedown programme at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya today, with Fernando Alonso getting behind the wheel of the AMR26 for the first time. Fernando headed out on track at approximately 09:30 and completed running across both the morning and afternoon sessions, with the team focused on mileage accumulation and initial reliability checks. He completed a total of 61 laps across the day. Across the two days of running in Barcelona, both Fernando and Lance Stroll have now driven the AMR26, allowing the team to build an early baseline understanding of the car. The team now concludes its Shakedown programme and looks ahead to the season launch and livery reveal on 9 February, followed by pre-season testing in Bahrain in a couple of weeks, before final preparations begin for the opening round of the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship in Melbourne on 6-8 March. Fernando Alonso: “It's always a special moment driving a new car for the first time, especially at the start of a new regulation cycle. Over the years I've experienced many changes in Formula One, and you quickly get a sense of the direction the car is taking. We completed a solid programme with strong mileage, which is the main priority at this stage. It's still very early days and we have a lot of work still to do before we head to Melbourne in March.” Lance Stroll: “It was a huge effort across the team to get the car ready, so I really appreciate all the hard work that went into getting us on track. My running was limited, but it was good to get behind the wheel for the first time and start to get a feel for the car. I look forward to getting to Bahrain and driving the car again.” Mike Krack, Chief Trackside Officer, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team: “Getting a new car on track for the first time is always an important step. Bringing the AMR26 to life here in Barcelona has taken a big effort, both back at the AMR Technology Campus and from the team working trackside. I want to thank everyone across the team for the work that's gone into getting us to this point. Having both drivers in the car and providing valuable feedback and data is an important part of our pre-season preparations. It's also been helpful as we continue building our working relationships with new works partners, including Honda. We'll now take what we've learned and keep developing the AMR26 ahead of Bahrain testing.” Presidential Announcement of Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. INDIANAPOLIS (Friday, Jan. 30, 2026) – An executive order signed today by President Donald J. Trump directed the White House Task Force on Celebrating America's 250th Birthday to designate a race route through Washington, D.C. and the National Mall for the purposes of conducting an NTT INDYCAR SERIES race on August 21-23, 2026. The event will recognize the historic milestone of America's independence in addition to celebrating the unparalleled tradition and legacy of America's motorsports industry. “INDYCAR racing is a source of pride and entertainment for our Nation, which is why I am pleased to announce the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C.” said President Trump via the executive order. “This race, the first motor race ever to be held in our Nation's capital near the National Mall, will showcase the majesty of our great city as drivers navigate a track around our iconic national monuments in celebration of America's 250th birthday.” The full executive order can be viewed here: Executive Orders – The White House. The event will be administered by INDYCAR in coordination with the taskforce, U.S. Department of Transportation, U.S. Department of the Interior, and Washington, D.C.'s Executive Office of the Mayor. “For over one hundred years, American INDYCAR racing has set the pace for motorsports,” President Trump continued. “With speeds topping over 200 miles per hour, the cars and drivers inspire awe and respect in all who watch this quintessentially American sport.” For more than a century, INDYCAR has hosted the iconic Indianapolis 500 Mile Race on the Sunday before Memorial Day, annually the world's largest single-day spectator sporting event. “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” serves as a singular and powerful tribute to the United States Armed Forces, with a crowd of more than 350,000 people gathering to show respect and gratitude for the service and sacrifice of our military heroes. Legends of INDYCAR span multiple generations from racing greats like Mario Andretti and A.J. Foyt to the stars of today like four-time SERIES champion Alex Palou and two-time Indy 500 winner Josef Newgarden. “President Trump has bestowed an incredible distinction upon our sport, and we're grateful for his trust and support as INDYCAR prepares to honor our country with a tremendous racing spectacle,” said Roger Penske. “This will be a truly memorable event that celebrates our country's independence and the legacy of patriotism, innovation, and excellence that powers motorsports across America.” “Freedom doesn't ring, it revs! INDYCAR is about competition and pushing limits — the same things that have always defined America,” said United States Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy. “There's no better place to celebrate our 250th anniversary than bringing that energy to the nation's capital and showcasing Washington, D.C. to the world.” "The Department of the Interior is proud to help bring the historic Freedom 250 Grand Prix to Washington, D.C. to showcase our treasured public spaces through a monumental event that captures the America spirit in the heart of our nation's capital," said Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum. "Like the sport of racing itself, this administration, under President Donald J. Trump, is moving at record speed to make life better for all Americans and ensure that the United States marks its 250th birthday with the celebration that it deserves. Start your engines, America!" “Soon-to-be the home of every major sports franchise, Washington, D.C. is the undisputed Sports Capital,” said Mayor Muriel Bowser. “But we don't stop there and work to attract major events. That's why I am thrilled to welcome the Freedom 250 to the Nation's Capital this August. The race weekend will rev up the economic engine of D.C. by filling our hotels and restaurants and by showing visitors, residents and the sports world that there's no better city, people and backdrop for major sports events. I invite all sports fans to come enjoy the Freedom 250 and all that Washington, D.C. has to offer.”  

Do you have the off-season blues already? Don't worry, Speed Street has you covered. Conor Daly and co-host Chase Holden are back in the studio this week to chat about Conor's recent sports car excursion at the Indianapolis 8-Hour. The guys also chat about last week's test at Indy and how it's showing favorable results for the new Firestone tire development. Conor explains a potential, polarizing stock damper that may be introduced into the series and how it could level the playing field in the paddock. Finally, the IndyCar world was on Pato-watch as he made a guest appearance for McLaren during FP1 at the Mexico Grand Prix and Colton Herta announced his home for the upcoming F2 season.Longtime IndyCar competitor and new Fox Sports broadcaster Jack Harvey joins the show to talk about his 2025 Indianapolis 500 efforts and the announcement that he'll be returning to the Greatest Spectacle in Racing next year. Jack expresses the relief he feels knowing he has his plans for 2026 set in stone so early, while other drivers, including Conor are still figuring out their ride arrangements. Jack reflects on his first year with Fox Sports behind the microphone and the growth he feels he's had throughout the season. He explains that Jamie Little has been a great mentor and help in getting him up to speed, and he looks forward to continuing his role into next season. Finally, Conor asks Jack to make some way to early 2026 IndyCar predictions, and his answer may surprise you.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ray Hartjen wrote about chasing the Indy 500 while fighting cancer. In this exclusive interview, he shares how resilience, purpose, and storytelling intersect with the auto industry and its future.The automotive world is changing fast—EVs, autonomous vehicles, global disruption—but the lessons that drive innovation remain timeless. In today's episode, we sit down with Ray Hartjen—writer, musician, marketer, and cancer survivor—to explore how his personal journey shapes powerful lessons for car enthusiasts, industry leaders, and storytellers.Ray's story bridges racing, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of meaning. His latest book, The Indy 500: A Year-Long Quest to Win the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, isn't just about the sport—it's about grit, legacy, and what it takes to win in life and business.We cover:✅ Why the Indy 500 is more than a race—it's a model for automotive storytelling✅ How battling multiple myeloma reshaped Ray's purpose and outlook on leadership✅ What the auto industry can learn from vulnerability and crisis✅ The “Drive + Story” framework for building legacy in mobility and beyondWhether you're a new car enthusiast, a dealer principal, or an industry observer looking for deeper insights, this episode offers rare perspective on the intersection of cars, storytelling, and resilience.

It was an exhilarating weekend in St. Louis for the IndyCar Series, and our resident open wheeler Conor Daly entertained the masses with a thrilling drive to the front. He joins co-host Chase Holden to discuss taking his number-76 Juncos Hollinger Chevy high, wide and handsome to battle from 15th place to the lead throughout the evening. Conor gives listeners great insight to his side-by-side battle with Pato O'Ward and how some missteps on pit road ultimately put him behind, causing him to settle for a sixth place finish. Pato O'Ward joins the show and the two stars of the night relive their battle in detail. Pato compares the fight for the lead to his race with Josef Newgarden at Texas in 2023. He also discusses his start to the 2025 season and how despite not having a victory on the year he finds himself second in the championship points standings. Pato reveals that he feels very at peace with how the races have been unfolding and despite not always having qualifying speed, he's been able to capitalize every weekend and salvage good finishes. Conor and Pato also rehash the 2025 Indianapolis 500 and Pato unpacks some of his heated, post-race comments about how the race fell short of what he expects from the Greatest Spectacle in Racing.

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Send us a textThe 2025 Indy 500 had it all...sold out IMS, weather, action, DQ's, plus another well-earned WIN by the incredible Alex Palou!The IndyCar Fan Podcast has pieced it all back together and recorded their thoughts on the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, along with comments on each and driver.Check it out. Enjoy. Comment. Reach out and say hello.Godspeed!

The Greatest Spectacle in Racing is officially in the books, and our resident open wheeler Conor Daly showed moments of brilliance before bringing home a hard fought 8th place finish. He joins co-host Chase Holden to recap his race and how a vibration caused by a loss of wheel weights caused him to fade late in the running. Conor explains that his car became wrecking loose, but an early pit stop would cause him to fall out of the top-10, so he was forced to hold on for dear life and save more fuel than expected. The guys chat about the attrition during the race, the rain delays and how several contenders' days were impacted. At the end of the day, the driver of the year so far Alex Palou was able to use lapped cars to stay ahead of Marcus Ericsson, bringing home his first career oval victory on the biggest stage in auto racing.The now regarded as “third host of Speed Street” Alex Palou stops by the show during his 500-winner media tour to unpack the biggest win in his storied career. He recalls that as the race hit the halfway mark and the various strategies began to take place, he realized he was going to have a shot at winning. Alex and Conor experienced opposite balance issues due to cold temperatures and rainy conditions, and Alex explains that he was dealing with a major push that the team chased with adjustments throughout the entire event. At the end of the day, Alex implemented a strategy that he learned while chasing Helio Castroneves to the finish during the 2021 running of the race, only this time he came out on top.

In this inspiring episode of the Authors on Mission podcast, host Danielle Hutchinson sits down with Ray Hartjen, author of the upcoming book "The Indy 500: A Year-Long Quest to Win the Greatest Spectacle in Racing," to explore how life's biggest challenges can become our greatest motivators.Ray shares his powerful story of being diagnosed with multiple myeloma (blood cancer) in 2019 and how it sparked his "if not now, when?" mindset that launched his writing career. From chronicling the Pittsburgh Steelers to capturing the sensory overload and passion of America's greatest race, Ray demonstrates how to write authentically about what you love.Key Tips You'll Learn:How to use a timeline visualization exercise to gain life perspective and prioritize your goalsWhy book publication is just the starting line, not the finish line, for your promotional effortsHow to develop a "digital street team" for reviews and online promotionThe importance of pre-orders and reviews for bookstore placement and visibilityHow to apply lessons from music promotion to book marketing strategiesWhy spending significant time on cover design can make or break your book's successStrategies for switching between different genres and topics while maintaining authenticityDiscover how Ray chronicles the 2024 Indy 500 from finish line to victory banquet, inspired by Hal Higdon's classic 1970 approach, and learn why he believes in igniting passion for racing in younger audiences through vivid storytelling.Whether you're facing personal challenges, switching genres, or looking to improve your book promotion game, Ray's journey offers practical wisdom for turning obstacles into opportunities."The Indy 500: A Year-Long Quest to Win the Greatest Spectacle in Racing" releases May 6th.#AuthorsOnMission #BookMarketing #WritingMotivation #AuthorInterview #Indy500 #BookPromotion #AuthorLife #WritingTips #BookLaunch #RacingBooks #AuthorSuccess #WritingInspiration #BookStrategy #AuthorStory #WritingCommunity

"The Greatest Day in Motorsports" demands only the best from The Freaks, as they recap a wild Memorial Day Weekend of racing. Crash and Richie call in from the iconic Brickyard, bringing with them Indianapolis 500 Champion Alex Palou. Kenny and Cole hold down the fort at the Lucas Oil Studio to go over the Coca-Cola 600, as the crew debates the merits of each crown jewel event and the excellence of the latest driver to be immortalized in motorsports' history. Don't miss a conversation with the hottest driver in High Limit Racing right now in Rico Abreu, as well as a collection of wild interviews with various IndyCar drivers ahead of the Greatest Spectacle in Racing.

Crash Gladys caught up with three-time IndyCar Champion Alex Palou following the biggest win of his career in the 2025 Indianapolis 500. Not only was his victory in the Greatest Spectacle in Racing the first oval win of his career -- it was his fifth victory in six starts this season! Find out how the Chip Ganassi Racing driver remains so humble through his dominance, why he didn't go all-out with his milk celebration and so much more in this cant-miss interview with the living embodiment of EXCELLENCE!

Coach Bob Lovell starts the show after a Nathaniel Finch scoreboard update, him and Coach talk about the crazy weekend in Indianapolis from the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 to the Indiana Pacers who lead the Eastern Conference Finals 2-0 over the Knicks. Looking into the Indy 500, we hear from the voice of the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, Mark Jaynes of the Indianapolis Speedway Radio Network to talk the 109th running. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pacers & Racers! Coach Bob Lovell kicks off this night’s edition of Indiana Sports Talk with Network IN’s Updates Anchor Brendan King - talking all things Pacers’ playoffs run, along with the lead up to the Greatest Spectacle in Racing. The voice of the Indianapolis 500 Mark Jaynes joins with a recap on this past “tumultuous” week at the track, how Carb Day finished out, and what to expect for Sunday’s finale. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Ames joins us to discuss the 109th Greatest Spectacle in Racing - The Indianapolis 500! Plus the Coca-Cola 600, the fastest animals in the world, and our Friday Toasts! 

Indiana will once again be the center of the auto racing world this weekend. The Indianapolis 500 is a sellout, which means nearly 400,000 people will be in the stands and the infield for what's called the ‘Greatest Spectacle in Racing.'Motor sports are a big business in Indiana. A recent study shows the Indianapolis motor Speedway alone generates more than one billion dollars in economic activity and supports more than 8,500 jobs.This is not a one-race, May-only deal. There are about 50 racetracks in the state that host races every weekend in the summer.Read: Race fans hit the gas as new owners of Bloomington SpeedwayOn this week's Noon Edition, we will kick off Memorial Day Weekend with a look at the traditions, culture and economic impact of motor sports in Indiana.Join us on the air by calling 812-855-0811 or toll-free at 1-877-285-9348. You can also send questions for the show to news@indianapublicmedia.org.  You can also record your questions and send them in through email.   Guests  Andy Baker, director of the IU Motorsports Studies ProgramCurt Cavin, Senior Manager, Editorial IndyCarGerry Dick, president of Inside INdiana BusinessPat Sullivan, Bloomington Speedway announcer

Back this week for Motorsports Christmas! What a weekend from North Wilkesboro! We go over all the action from NASCAR's All Star Weekend. The Coke 600 is next and we make our picks for the longest race of the season.We review the F1 race from Imola and look ahead to Monaco.Indy 500 Qualifying is complete and we are talking about all the drama and surprise pole winner for the Greatest Spectacle in Motorsports.Its the greatest weekend to be a race fan with three of the biggest races of the year all on one day! We are here for it! 

Send us a textAfter a brief statement regarding the Penske Racing rules violations Michael and John get on with their highly anticipated preview of the 2025 Indy 500.Rather than dwell on the news, the hosts talk about the Speedway, their expectations for the race, and then they do a thorough run through of the entire 33-car grid (or maybe 34?).This is going to be another incredible race. They don't call it "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing" for nothing!!Start Your Engines

As he gears up for his third Indy 500, IndyCar driver Sting Ray Robb joins Kendall and Casey to discuss "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is finally time for the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, and our resident open wheeler Conor Daly will be rolling off P11 this coming Sunday. He joins co-host Chase Holden to break down all of the action from practice week and qualifying, which saw many surprises and breath-taking crashes. No surprise of course was bigger than rookie Robert Shwartzman putting his Prema entry on the pole. But, the news that Josef Newgarden and Will Power had failed tech and were being penalized also rocked the paddock. Conor gives listeners a detailed look at how his final qualifying attempt unfolded, which originally placed him in 13th, just a few tenths away from locking into the Fast 12. He also explains how on edge the cars are this year, and the major differences between being in qualifying trim and race trim.Pole winner Robert Shwartman joins the show to reflect on his historic feat of becoming the first rookie to capture P1 since 1983. He talks listeners through making the Fast 12 and the feeling he had laying down a perfect lap that held up for the top speed of the day. Robert explains that after the hardship he's faced in the Formula One ranks, it was incredible to feel the support from the crowd at Indianapolis. Conor and Chase also get to know Robert, the person outside of the race car, as they discuss his interest in hip hop music and how he is an aspiring musician himself. The guys chat about Prema team members like Ryan Briscoe being an asset and how Robert's car is feeling going into the big race on Sunday.

00:00 – 23:40 – JMV is at the District Tap on the Northside, and he kicks off the show by talking to Jeremiah Johnson of Pacers Television! Jeremiah and JMV preview Game 1 of the Pacers and Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals, which tips off tonight at 8:00pm. 23:41 – 35:11 – Carb Day headliner Bret Michaels joins the show to help preview one of the biggest parties of the year! Bret and JMV talk about the importance of this weekend, and how much fun it will be both on Carb Day and the race itself! 35:12 – 44:38 – JMV and Jeremiah Johnson close out the 1st hour by talking more about the Pacers and the Knicks! 44:39 – 1:09:49 – JMV first discusses the news that Shai-Gilgeous Alexander has won the NBA MVP Award. Kevin Bowen from The Fan Morning Show joins JMV to discuss the Pacers series against the Knicks! Kevin, JMV and Jeremiah Johnson all discuss what matchups the Pacers might try and exploit, who will be guarding who, and if they expect the Pacers to advance to the NBA Finals! 1:09:50 – 1:23:24 – Owner and driver for Ed Carpenter Racing, Ed Carpenter joins the show! Ed and JMV look ahead to the start of The Greatest Spectacle in Racing, discuss the Team Penske firings, and talk about how he feels going into the race! 1:23:25 – 1:27:48 – JMV wraps up the 2nd hour of the show! 1:27:49 – 1:55:31 – Evan Sidery of Forbes Sports and more joins the show! Evan and JMV discuss the importance of winning Game 1 of the ECF, which way they expect the series to go, and who on the Pacers needs to stand out for them to advance! 1:55:32 – 2:06:14 – JMV takes some calls from listeners of the show! 2:06:15 – 2:10:23 – JMV wraps up another edition of the show! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 - 18:48 - JMV is at the District Tap on the Northside, and he kicks off the show by talking to Jeremiah Johnson of Pacers Television! Jeremiah and JMV preview Game 1 of the Pacers and Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals, which tips off tonight at 8:00pm. 18:49 - 28:31 - Carb Day headliner Bret Michaels joins the show to help preview one of the biggest parties of the year! Bret and JMV talk about the importance of this weekend, and how much fun it will be both on Carb Day and the race itself! 28:32 - 49:41 - Kevin Bowen from The Fan Morning Show joins JMV to discuss the Pacers series against the Knicks! Kevin, JMV and Jeremiah Johnson all discuss what matchups the Pacers might try and exploit, who will be guarding who, and if they expect the Pacers to advance to the NBA Finals! 49:42 - 1:01:56 - Owner and driver for Ed Carpenter Racing, Ed Carpenter joins the show! Ed and JMV look ahead to the start of The Greatest Spectacle in Racing, discuss the Team Penske firings, and talk about how he feels going into the race! 1:01:57 - 1:18:36 - Evan Sidery of Forbes Sports and more joins the show! Evan and JMV discuss the importance of winning Game 1 of the ECF, which way they expect the series to go, and who on the Pacers needs to stand out for them to advance!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Watson visits with Mark Jaynes, the Chief Announcer of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Radio Network about his day job, the Penske controversy and who will win the 109th running of the Greatest Spectacle in Racing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vi är framme vid motorsportsårets absoluta höjdpunkt – dubbel racevecka med två tredjedelar av den klassiska Triple Crown: Monacos Grand Prix och Indianapolis 500. Podden djupdyker i båda loppen, och vi får dessutom ett speciellt besök när Marcus spotter, Bob Perona, gästar med unika insikter inför The Greatest Spectacle in Racing. Erik har även tagit fram ett quiz om Monacos GP – en bana som sällan bjuder på omkörningsfest, men där årets två obligatoriska depåstopp kan skapa ett ovanligt race. Vi blickar också tillbaka på ett riktigt bra F1-lopp på Imola, där Dino Beganovic under helgen även säkrade en ny pallplats i Formel 2 – och vi summerar dramatiken från kvalveckan i Indy inför söndagens klassiker. Lyssna på Viaplay F1-Podcast, helt utan reklam, på Podme. Där får du längre avsnitt varje tisdag året runt. Signa upp dig på podme.com – de första 14 dagarna är gratis. Ladda sedan ner Podme-appen i Appstore eller Google Play.

00:00 - 16:31 - Pat Boylan, the voice of the Indiana Fever and part of the Pacers Radio Network, joins the show! Pat and JMV discuss the Fever’s showdown with the Dream tonight, the start of their season, and the incredible fan support being shown to the Fever. 16:32 - 31:58 - Mark Jaynes, the voice of the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, joins the show as we inch closer and closer to race day! Mark and JMV discuss the Indy 500 field, and the stories we could see once the green flag gets waved! 31:59 - 55:19 - Former IU coach and current ESPN analyst Tom Crean coached a handful of the players that will be participating in the Eastern Conference Finals, and he joins to give some insight into those players and into the Conference Finals as a whole!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 - 25:33 – JMV kicks off the show by talking some Pacers and the Eastern Conference Finals! Pat Boylan, the voice of the Indiana Fever and part of the Pacers Radio Network, joins the show! Pat and JMV discuss the Fever’s showdown with the Dream tonight, the start of their season, and the incredible fan support being shown to the Fever. 25:34 – 39:41 – JMV keeps things rolling by looking ahead to tomorrow and the start of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Pacers and the Knicks. He takes a call from a listener on Roger Penske and the violations by his team leading into the Indy 500. 39:42 – 44:24 – JMV wraps up the 1st hour with another phone call about Team Penske! 44:25 – 1:09:31 – JMV begins the 2nd hour by reflecting on the passing of actor George Wendt, famous for playing Norm on Cheers. Mark Jaynes, the voice of the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, joins the show as we inch closer and closer to race day! Mark and JMV discuss the Indy 500 field, and the stories we could see once the green flag gets waved! 1:09:32 – 1:26:24 – Jake Query dials in to talk up a great Indy 500 event with Arrow McLaren! John then takes a phone call from a listener of the show! 1:26:25 – 1:29:08 – JMV wraps up the 2nd hour as Jake Query checks back in! 1:29:09 – 1:55:05 – Former IU coach and current ESPN analyst Tom Crean coached a handful of the players that will be participating in the Eastern Conference Finals, and he joins to give some insight into those players and into the Conference Finals as a whole! 1:55:06 – 2:09:27 – Jake Query checks in again from Speedway! Jason Hammer from Hammer & Nigel on WIBC calls in from Nashville to discuss the AC/DC show being cancelled! JMV then takes some calls from listeners of the show! 2:09:28 – 2:15:34 – JMV wraps up the show as Jake Query checks in one last time! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 - 14:29 - The Track Dude Michael Young joins the show to give an update from IMS as practice for the Greatest Spectacle in Racing rolls on! 14:30 - 28:48 - IMS President Doug Boles joins the show to talk about the Indy 500 selling out, and the lifting of the local blackout. They also discuss the possibility of President Trump attending the race, and the impact that would have on the logistical side of things. 28:49 - 49:03 - IMS President Doug Boles joins the show to talk about the Indy 500 selling out, and the lifting of the local blackout. They also discuss the possibility of President Trump attending the race, and the impact that would have on the logistical side of things. 49:04 - 1:11:36 - Pat Boylan, the voice of the Fever and also of the Pacers Radio Network, joins the show! Pat and JMV discuss the start of the Fever’s season, which tips off tomorrow against the Chicago Sky! They talk if Caitlin Clark will face the same level of aggressiveness as she did in her rookie year. Pat also talks about the Pacers and their championship window.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 24:51 – JMV is out at Twin Peaks in Greenwood, and he kicks things off by talking about the Pacers as they continue to wait and see who they’ll face in the Eastern Conference Finals! The Track Dude Michael Young joins the show to give an update from IMS as practice for the Greatest Spectacle in Racing rolls on! 24:52 – 41:28 – IMS President Doug Boles joins the show to talk about the Indy 500 selling out, and the lifting of the local blackout. They also discuss the possibility of President Trump attending the race, and the impact that would have on the logistical side of things. 41:29 – 44:13 – JMV wraps up the 1st hour of the show! 44:14 – 1:08:15 – Mike Wells from ESPN Radio joins the show! Mike and JMV talk about the Pacers and their playoff run, and how Tyrese Haliburton has elevated his play when the team has needed it most. They also discuss how this is the Pacers moment to go for a championship. 1:08:16 – 1:18:59 – JMV keeps the show going by talking about the upcoming week of Pacers and Racers! 1:19:00 – 1:26:32 – JMV wraps up the 2nd hour of the show! 1:26:33 – 1:50:40 – Pat Boylan, the voice of the Fever and also of the Pacers Radio Network, joins the show! Pat and JMV discuss the start of the Fever’s season, which tips off tomorrow against the Chicago Sky! They talk if Caitlin Clark will face the same level of aggressiveness as she did in her rookie year. Pat also talks about the Pacers and their championship window. 1:50:41 – 2:05:54 – Pat Boylan rejoins to talk more about the Pacers and the Eastern Conference Finals! 2:05:55 – 2:09:59 – JMV wraps up the 3rd hour! 2:10:00 – 2:16:29 – The show ends with some Anything Goes! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we're talking to Alex Turner, Purdue alum and design engineer at Dallara.  Alex is a 2022 graduate of Purdue's motorsports engineering program and has used his skills and experience to earn his dream job at Dallara's U.S. headquarters in Indianapolis, just steps away from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway — home of the Indy 500.  In this episode you will:  Learn about the motorsports engineering program at Purdue University in Indianapolis and the opportunities available to students through the new Dallara partnership Hear how his passion for IndyCar racing led him to the motorsports engineering program at Purdue University in Indianapolis  Discover how Alex's journey as a student in Indianapolis and his industry internships helped him land his current role at Dallara  Listen to exclusive stories from the IndyCar engineer, including his family ties to the Indy 500 and his favorite race-day memories of “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing”  Find out about the innovation and collaboration that goes into being a Dallara design engineer, including what a typical day in his life looks like  Learn about Dallara's rich history with IndyCar as the exclusive chassis provider for every car on the grid since 2008  You don't want to miss this special episode that takes you behind the scenes of the world's fastest racing.  

Back in the missile silo after a week off due to some dental work! It was definitely not any where near as fun as this episode is! We are talking all about the NASCAR Cup and Truck Series racing from Kansas and look ahead to the Allstar race weekend coming up from North Wilkesboro. There's so much action from North Wilkesboro this weekend and we've got the full schedule for you for all the CARS Tour action and Whelen Modified Series. We're making some picks for the Cup Series Open Race, Fan Vote, and who wins the race on Sunday. IndyCar turned left and right around the road course at Indianapolis over the past weekend and we talk all about Alex Palou's absolute dominance. The week before the 500 has kicked off with multiple practice sessions and qualifying for the Greatest Spectacle in all of Motorsports this Saturday and Sunday. F1 is back this weekend and we ponder if anyone can put up a fight against the McLarens. NHRA is also back in action this weekend at Route 66 in Chicago!Thanks for tuning it! 

Tune into the Daly Dose this week for an insightful conversation with author Ray Hartjen about his latest book, The Indy 500: A Year-Long Quest to Win the Greatest Spectacle in Racing. Hartjen shares the personal journey that fueled his book and recounts some of his most memorable experiences at the "Greatest Spectacle in Racing."Beyond his personal connection, we'll delve into the historical significance of the Indianapolis 500, a monumental event attracting hundreds of thousands of fans to its unique blend of tradition and exhilarating speed. We'll also consider the current landscape of IndyCar racing, exploring opportunities for growth and identifying the drivers with the best shot at victory on Memorial Day!

00:00 - 9:06 - Greg Rakestraw from the ISC Sports Network joins the show! Greg and JMV discuss the Pacers, the NBA Executive of the Year Award, and his very busy Month of May with the Greatest Spectacle in Racing on the way! 9:07 - 26:22 - Chris Denari from the Pacers Television Network then joins the show! Chris and JMV discuss the Cavaliers injury report, and when we might find out who is playing and who isn’t. They also talk about the end of Game 1. 26:23 - 42:17 - Tom Withers who covers all things Cleveland for the Associated Press joins the show! Tom and JMV run through the Cavaliers injury report, and who might be out tonight in Game 2! They also discuss the adjustments the Cavaliers will make against the Pacers and Tyrese Haliburton! Tom also gives a quick take on the Browns and their QB situation.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 23:46 – JMV kicks things off by talking about the Pacers and their matchup with the Cavs tonight in Game 2 of their playoff series, with the Pacers up 1-0. He also talks about the NBA Executive of the Year award, and the snub for the Pacers and Kevin Pritchard. 23:47 – 38:57 – Greg Rakestraw from the ISC Sports Network joins the show! Greg and JMV discuss the Pacers, the NBA Executive of the Year Award, and his very busy Month of May with the Greatest Spectacle in Racing on the way! 38:58 – 41:44 – JMV wraps up the 1st hour of the show! 41:45 – 1:08:08 – Evan from Clustertruck drops by to hype up their menu! Chris Denari from the Pacers Television Network then joins the show! Chris and JMV discuss the Cavaliers injury report, and when we might find out who is playing and who isn’t. They also talk about the end of Game 1. 1:08:09 – 1:20:58 – JMV looks ahead to Carb Day and what he has on deck for that weekend! He also takes a call from a listener of the show! 1:20:59 – 1:23:36 – JMV wraps up the 2nd hour of the show! 1:23:37 – 1:43:09 – Tom Withers who covers all things Cleveland for the Associated Press joins the show! Tom and JMV run through the Cavaliers injury report, and who might be out tonight in Game 2! They also discuss the adjustments the Cavaliers will make against the Pacers and Tyrese Haliburton! Tom also gives a quick take on the Browns and their QB situation. 1:43:10 – 1:58:27 – JMV keeps things rolling by previewing the Pacers-Cavs Game 2 matchup! He also takes some calls from listeners of the show! 1:58:28 – 2:05:20 – JMV wraps up the 3rd hour of the show by reading some questions and comments from listeners! 2:05:21 – 2:13:16 – The show ends with some Anything Goes! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 24:42 – JMV begins the show by talking about the start of the Month of May! He also looks ahead to the start of the Pacers vs Cavs series in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, and how the Pacers will match up against Cleveland. 24:43 – 38:54 – Dustin Dopirak from the IndyStar joins the show! Dustin and JMV discuss what they take away from the Pacers and Cavs regular season meetings, and if there is any sense in looking at the final two games that occurred at the end of the season. 38:55 – 42:02 – JMV wraps up the 1st hour of the show! 42:03 – 1:03:44 – Evan Sidery of Forbes Sports and more joins the show! Evan and JMV discuss the Pacers vs Cavs series in the Eastern Conference Semifinals! They discuss players like Bennedict Mathurin, and what he needs to do against the Cavaliers. 1:03:45 – 1:19:52 – Colts rookie DT Tim Smith joins the show to talk about joining the Indianapolis Colts! Tim and JMV first discuss his love of baseball, and why he chose to play football instead. They also talk about his college career, and if he ever thought about going pro earlier than he did. 1:19:53 – 1:25:19 – JMV wraps up the 2nd hour by talking about a death in the 1980’s new wave community. 1:25:20 - 1:48:22 – JMV kicks off the 3rd hour of the show by taking some phone calls from listeners! 1:48:23 – 2:03:55 – Mark Jaynes, the voice of the Indy 500, joins the show to help kick off the Month of May! Mark and JMV go over some of the storylines we will see as we start inching closer to the Greatest Spectacle in Racing! 2:03:56 – 2:09:10 – JMV wraps up another edition of the show! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 - 13:01- Dustin Dopirak from the IndyStar joins the show! Dustin and JMV discuss what they take away from the Pacers and Cavs regular season meetings, and if there is any sense in looking at the final two games that occurred at the end of the season. 13:02 - 25:42 - Evan Sidery of Forbes Sports and more joins the show! Evan and JMV discuss the Pacers vs Cavs series in the Eastern Conference Semifinals! They discuss players like Bennedict Mathurin, and what he needs to do against the Cavaliers. 25:43 - 36:14 - Colts rookie DT Tim Smith joins the show to talk about joining the Indianapolis Colts! Tim and JMV first discuss his love of baseball, and why he chose to play football instead. They also talk about his college career, and if he ever thought about going pro earlier than he did. 36:15 - 43:15 - Mark Jaynes, the voice of the Indy 500, joins the show to help kick off the Month of May! Mark and JMV go over some of the storylines we will see as we start inching closer to the Greatest Spectacle in Racing!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Racers & Pacers! Coach Bob Lovell begins this hour of IST with the voice of the Indy 500 Mark Jaynes to talk about the quickly approaching Month of May. Mark gives thoughts on the Hybrid testing the drivers did this week at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, explains the new format for the Grand Prix of Alabama at Barber and shares about what to expect ahead of the Greatest Spectacle in Racing. Network IN’s Updates Anchor Nathaniel Finch joins Coach with an in-depth analysis and evaluation into the Colts draft picks, with their last pick of day 2 of the Draft. They then turn their attention to the Pacers, and what the rest of their Playoff games look like. To finish out the hour, Adam Alexander of Fox Sports 1 shares about NASCAR’s Qualifying Day ahead of the Talladega Jack Link’s 500. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 25:56 – JMV is out at Barringers Tavern, where he kicks things off by talking about the Pacers Game 2 win over the Milwaukee Bucks! Voice of the Colts Matt Taylor stops by Barringers to talk a bit about the Pacers, as well as the Colts! 25:57 – 42:01 – Matt Taylor, the voice of the Colts, talks with JMV about the NFL Draft and what the Colts are looking to get in Round 1. They discuss if there are any big moves the Colts could be looking to make, either in the draft or via a trade. 42:02 – 47:27 – JMV wraps up the 1st hour with Rob from Barringers! 47:28 – 1:15:15 – JMV kicks off the 2nd hour by talking to Kevin Bowen from The Fan Morning Show! Kevin and John first discuss the Pacers win over the Bucks in Game 2 of their playoff series. They talk about the poll by The Athletic that said Tyrese Haliburton was the most overrated player in the NBA, and how much motivation that provided for him. They also discuss the NFL Draft and what the Colts are going to do with the 14th-overall pick. 1:15:16 – 1:23:53 – JMV is joined by Chris Hagan from FOX59 as the show rolls on! 1:23:54 –1:29:01 – JMV wraps up the 2nd hour of the show! 1:29:02 – 1:53:58 – Jeremiah Johnson from Pacers TV joins the show! Jeremiah and JMV discuss the Pacers win over the Bucks in Game 2 of their playoff series! They talk about the big shot-making ability of Andrew Nembhard. 1:53:59 – 2:08:24 – Chris Hagan from FOX59 takes over for JMV as John has to go MC an event, and Chris talks to Katherine Legge as we are just 32 days away from the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, the Indianapolis 500! 2:08:25 – 2:14:44 – Chris and Rob from Barringers wrap up the show! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A great day and a great story for Rory McIlroy at the Masters / What's is appropriate entertainment on an airplane / Some passover stories / Bill Maher goes to the White House / No strategy in Trump world / New billionaires / Dan Duran the anchorman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No shortage of hockey talk this first hour as the NHL trade deadline took place this past week, Jessi Pierce joins to break that down! We also talked to Moorhead coach Jon Ammerman about his teams AA state title!

Ray Hartjen: Writer, Musician, and Storyteller Extraordinaire   Ray Hartjen is a versatile writer and musician based in Mission Viejo, California, whose professional career spans five decades and industries as diverse as investment banking, pharmaceuticals, consumer electronics, and SaaS software.   While his career path has evolved, storytelling has been a steadfast cornerstone of his journey.   A prolific contributor to various online platforms, including his personal site, rayhartjen.com   Ray has shared compelling insights on topics ranging from sports—such as football, hockey, and auto racing—to business strategies in sales and marketing.   He's also a trusted voice in consumer electronics and retail, frequently quoted by national media outlets.   Ray's literary portfolio includes the co-authored book Immaculate: How the Steelers Saved Pittsburgh (December 2022) and his solo work, Me, Myself & My Multiple Myeloma (May 2024), both published by Morgan James Publishing.   His highly anticipated third book, The Indy 500: A Year-Long Quest to Win the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, is set for release on May 6, 2025.   Since being diagnosed with multiple myeloma in March 2019, Ray has embraced life as a relentless cancer fighter, channeling his resilience into his creative pursuits.   Music remains a vital outlet; he performs and records with his two-piece acoustic band, The Chronic Padres, keeping the soundtrack of life alive and vibrant.   Ray's story is one of reinvention, determination, and passion, inspiring audiences with his words and melodies alike. Learn More Here: https://rayhartjen.com/ .... Want to be a guest on WITneSSes? Send Elisha Arowojobe a message on #PodMatch, here: Want to be a guest on WITneSSes? Send Elisha Arowojobe a message on #PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/ambelisha   Elevate your business with Anastasia's expert consulting. Use code Elisha3 for an exclusive offer and transform your business today! https://resurrectionmentor.wixsite.com/so/42PDEPEB8?languageTag=en  

Phantom Electric Ghost Podcast With Ray Hartjen: Writer, Musician & Cancer Patient Advocate Positive and Growth Mindsets Ray Hartjen is a writer and musician who lives in Mission Viejo, California. In a professional career that has spanned parts of five decades, Ray has pivoted on many occasions, from investment banking to pharmaceuticals, from consumer electronics to SaaS software. One constant throughout his career path, however, has been storytelling. In the past, Ray has been a frequent source for quotes from the national media on both the consumer electronics and retail industries. Additionally, as a contributor to a number of online outlets and platforms, including his rayhartjen.com site, he has spun his fair share of yarn on topics as far ranging as sports — primarily football, hockey and auto racing — and business, particularly revenue team functions like sales and marketing. Ray's previous work includes being the coauthor of Immaculate: How the Steelers Saved Pittsburgh (December 2022) and the author of Me, Myself & My Multiple Myeloma (May 2024), both published by Morgan James Publishing and available at all major booksellers. His third book, The Indy 500: A Year-Long Quest to Win the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, will drop at booksellers on May 6, 2025. Diagnosed with multiple myeloma in March of 2019, Ray is a cancer fighter every day of the week that ends in a ‘y.' And, with the soundtrack of life playing continuously in his head, Ray also performs and records with his two-piece acoustic band, the Chronic Padres.  A native of Texas, Ray holds an undergraduate degree from Eastern Kentucky University and an MBA from the University of Washington. Link: https://rayhartjen.com/ Donate to support PEG free artist interviews: PayPalMe link Any contribution is appreciated: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/PhantomElectric?locale.x=en_US Support PEG by checking out our Sponsors: Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me or from the link in the description, and use promo code “GHOST” and receive a 1-month free premium subscription. The best tool for getting podcast guests:  Podmatch.com https://podmatch.com/signup/phantomelectricghost Subscribe to our Instagram for exclusive content: https://www.instagram.com/expansive_sound_experiments/ Donate to support PEG free artist interviews: Subscribe to our YouTube  https://youtube.com/@phantomelectricghost?si=rEyT56WQvDsAoRpr PEG uses StreamYard.com for our live podcasts https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6290085463457792 Get $10.00 Credit for using StreamYard.com when you sign up with our link RSS https://anchor.fm/s/3b31908/podcast/rss

Tony Kanaan is an Indy 500 Champion and Deputy Team Principal of Arrow McLaren   Listen to this special release episode where you'll hear Tony tell us about… ● Growing up in Brazil driving Go Karts, how that landed him a job in a Go Kart factory, and eventually competively race Go Karts and win multiple championships ● How his father inspired him to make it to Indianapolis by asking him to promise 2 things if something ever happened: take care of your mother and sister and one day you win the Indy 500 ● His racing journey in Europe lasting several years, many ups and downs, many life lessons, and how he finally made it to America eventually landing a spot in the Indy 500 and all the stories behind the 12 years prior to winning the Greatest Spectacle in Racing Circle City Success Podcast Partners & Sponsors   ● T&W Corporation Design & Build: https://twdesignbuild.com/ ● The Hangar: https://hangarindy.com/ ● St Elmo Steakhouse: https://www.stelmos.com/ ● D&E Printing: https://www.dandeprinting.com/ ● IU Indianapolis Athletics: https://iuindyjags.com/ ● Java House: https://javahouse.com/ ● Migration Wealth Management: https://migrationwealthmanagement.com/ ● AP Engineering and Consulting: https://www.apecindy.com/ ● This is North Indy: https://linktr.ee/ThisisNorthIndy   Connect with Circle City Success Podcast hosts:   ● Connect with Jason: https://lnkd.in/dS82puKp ● Connect with Drew: https://lnkd.in/d-VtF9Hb ● Connect with Matt Hadley: https://lnkd.in/dhAhM36A ● Connect with Matt Carroll: https://lnkd.in/dkv7VmDx

The hybrid era is upon us, and Conor Daly had boots on the ground at Mid-Ohio to take in this historic moment in IndyCar history firsthand. He joins co-host Chase Holden to chat about what unfolded in the race, which saw Pato O'Ward take a hard fought victory home over the dominant Alex Palou. Conor shares the observation that many drivers seem to be struggling with how the hybrid system changes the balance of the race car and that he noticed more pit road stalling than ever before. The guys also make a case for better IndyCar victory lane celebrations and help listeners get ready for the upcoming weekend in Iowa by making their podium predictions. Also, Conor shares some exciting news that he'll be back behind the wheel next weekend in Indianapolis for some NASCAR competition.Mid-Ohio race winner Pato O'Ward joins the show and fills listeners in on how he was able to overtake Alex Palou late in the race and hold him off for his sixth career IndyCar victory. He explains that the new hybrid system doesn't give the same indication that the driver is in first gear as they are used to, causing Palou to be delayed in leaving his pit stall and allowing Pato to get by into the lead. Pato also shares the fascinating story of how his racing career nearly came to an end when he was denied a FIA Super License and how he ended up taking the seat he currently occupies at Arrow-McLaren. Finally, Pato shares insight to his heartbreaking defeat in this year's running of the Indianapolis 500 and how he was able to wrangle an ill-handling racecar to nearly winning the Greatest Spectacle in Motorsports.

Conor Daly returns from finishing 10th in the 2024 Indianapolis 500 to join co-host Chase Holden and recap the action from this year's “Greatest Spectacle in Motorsports”. After experiencing an electric environment at Carb Day and Legends Day leading up to Sunday, Conor fills listeners in on what it was like participating in the first rain delayed 500 in his career. Chase chimes in with his perspective from the grandstand and how impactful the opening ceremonies of the race are for fans in attendance. Conor also gives a detailed breakdown of what his race was like behind the steering wheel, including taking advantage of an early caution to use a different pit strategy and a couple of hair-raising technical difficulties. Josef Newgarden joins the show as part of his Indy 500 winning media tour. Josef details his own personal experience during the rain delay and what his team's plan was to deal with the uncertain conditions the race had due to the later start time. Conor and Josef relate on how their cars were handling throughout the event and if Team Penske made the decision to trim out at any points to combat the cooling track temperatures. Josef praises the ability to use the outside lane effectively and credits two prominent race lines as being a major contributing factor to the on track action. Finally, the guys chat about the environment at the track and how each year the event seems to feel bigger than the preceding 500. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Conor Daly returns from finishing 10th in the 2024 Indianapolis 500 to join co-host Chase Holden and recap the action from this year's “Greatest Spectacle in Motorsports”. After experiencing an electric environment at Carb Day and Legends Day leading up to Sunday, Conor fills listeners in on what it was like participating in the first rain delayed 500 in his career. Chase chimes in with his perspective from the grandstand and how impactful the opening ceremonies of the race are for fans in attendance. Conor also gives a detailed breakdown of what his race was like behind the steering wheel, including taking advantage of an early caution to use a different pit strategy and a couple of hair-raising technical difficulties.  Josef Newgarden joins the show as part of his Indy 500 winning media tour. Josef details his own personal experience during the rain delay and what his team's plan was to deal with the uncertain conditions the race had due to the later start time. Conor and Josef relate on how their cars were handling throughout the event and if Team Penske made the decision to trim out at any points to combat the cooling track temperatures. Josef praises the ability to use the outside lane effectively and credits two prominent race lines as being a major contributing factor to the on track action. Finally, the guys chat about the environment at the track and how each year the event seems to feel bigger than the preceding 500. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's officially Indianapolis 500 week and this episode of Speed Street has everything you need to prepare for the "Greatest Spectacle in Motorsports". Conor Daly returns from Indianapolis Motor Speedway after a high paced week of practice and qualifying to join co-host Chase Holden for a comprehensive breakdown of the action. After weather delays led to limited time on track, Conor and his Dreyer Reinbold crew overcame some technical odds and qualified for the 108th running of the 500. Conor explains what exactly was going on under the hood of the Polka Dot number-24 Chevy and how he feels his ride will stack up against the competition. Also, there's finally some good television ratings news in IndyCar land, could this be a sign of the Kyle Larson effect? Snake Pit performer Gryffin joins the show in anticipation of his debut at the infamous in-field stage and chats with the guys about what he expects to be a wild experience. The famed DJ reveals that he plans to delay his departing flight from Indianapolis so he can properly take in the event and immerse himself in the race day environment. This year's odd driver out, Dale Coyne Racing's Nolan Siegel also calls into the show to talk about his big crash during practice and how that put his team behind for qualifying. Nolan breaks down the teams efforts to find speed in a short amount of time and what they did to get back into qualifying trim. He also relates with Conor over the experience of racing against the clock and battling for a final starting spot in the field. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's officially Indianapolis 500 week and this episode of Speed Street has everything you need to prepare for the "Greatest Spectacle in Motorsports". Conor Daly returns from Indianapolis Motor Speedway after a high paced week of practice and qualifying to join co-host Chase Holden for a comprehensive breakdown of the action. After weather delays led to limited time on track, Conor and his Dreyer Reinbold crew overcame some technical odds and qualified for the 108th running of the 500. Conor explains what exactly was going on under the hood of the Polka Dot number-24 Chevy and how he feels his ride will stack up against the competition. Also, there's finally some good television ratings news in IndyCar land, could this be a sign of the Kyle Larson effect?Snake Pit performer Gryffin joins the show in anticipation of his debut at the infamous in-field stage and chats with the guys about what he expects to be a wild experience. The famed DJ reveals that he plans to delay his departing flight from Indianapolis so he can properly take in the event and immerse himself in the race day environment. This year's odd driver out, Dale Coyne Racing's Nolan Siegel also calls into the show to talk about his big crash during practice and how that put his team behind for qualifying. Nolan breaks down the teams efforts to find speed in a short amount of time and what they did to get back into qualifying trim. He also relates with Conor over the experience of racing against the clock and battling for a final starting spot in the field. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to another episode of the NASCAR Gambling Podcast on the Sports Gambling Podcast Network! Five days a week, Rod Villagomez and Cody Zeeb bring their love of NASCAR and their love of sports betting to you to help you set your bets for the weekend of NASCAR action. From the Craftsman Truck Series to the Xfinity Series, to the Cup Series, Rod and Cody have you covered.Today, Rod and Cody give you their favorite Indianapolis 500 Betting Picks 2024 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Speedway, Indiana. Will Kyle Larson continue to impress after taking the IndyCar world by storm last weekend? How well will Team Penske do after locking up the front row on the starting grid? Are we in for another thriller in the “Greatest Spectacle in Motorsports? Who will drink the milk at the end of the day? We'll answer these questions and more on this week's episode.Be sure to subscribe to the NASCAR Gambling Podcast on the SGPN App, and on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Find Rod (@rjvillagomez) and Cody (@Husker_Zeeb) on Twitter.Introduction Musical Credit: "I Run" by Iconoclast JOIN the SGPN community #DegensOnlyExclusive Merch, Contests and Bonus Episodes ONLY on Patreon - https://sg.pn/patreonDiscuss with fellow degens on Discord - https://sg.pn/discordDownload The Free SGPN App - https://sgpn.appCheck out the Sports Gambling Podcast on YouTube - https://sg.pn/YouTubeCheck out our website - http://sportsgamblingpodcast.comSUPPORT us by supporting our partnersNYRA Racing code SGPN200 - $200 Deposit Bonus Promo code SGPN200 - http://nyrabest.com/sgpn200Underdog Fantasy code SGPN - Up to $250 in BONUS CASH - https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-sgpnRoyal Retros code SGPN - 10% off - https://www.royalretros.com/Gametime code SGPN - Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code SGPN for $20 off your first purchase - https://gametime.co/Football Contest Proxy - Use promo code SGP to save $50 at - https://www.footballcontestproxy.com/ ADVERTISE with SGPNInterested in advertising? Contact sales@sgpn.io================================================================Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER CO, DC, IL, IN, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS, NV), 1-800 BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI)

What's at stake for KyleLarsonin attempting a herculean feat of auto racing and why he loves running the big events (2:30); why Mario Andretti has been so impressed by Larson (6:00); the Hendrick Motorsports star's quest for greatness (8:30); the three dreams that Larson will be fulfilling simultaneously by running the Indy 500 (13:30); the route that Jeff Gordon nearly took to racing at the Indy 500 (18:00); the 2013 Indy 500 visit that solidified Larson's desire to compete in the Greatest Spectacle in Racing (23:00); the perspectives of Tony Stewart and Kurt Busch on joining their exclusive club of drivers who have run both races (26:00); the off-track stressors that Larson will be facing in attempting The Double (33:00); how 2013 Indy 500 winner Tony Kannan is helping Larson adapt to IndyCar while shielding him from information overload (36:00); NASCAR Hall of Fame team owner Rick Hendrick addresses his enthusiasm for being a co-owner of Larson's Indy 500 entry (39:00). Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports.