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He is an International Drag Racing Hall of Famer. After dedicating almost 60 years of his life to the exhilarating world of motorsport, it really is an incredible journey. In the second instalment, we delve deeper into Jim Read's captivating story. Experience the thrill of his achievements, witness the challenges he faced, and gain insight into the remarkable journey that led him to become an icon in the world of Australian motorsport. Discover how Jim turned into one of the most accomplished and professional racers in the entire country. This episode is another unforgettable ride for motorsport enthusiasts and fans of inspirational stories alike. Don't forget to head to Rusty's Twitter or Instagram and give us your feedback and let us know what you want to hear about in future Rusty's Garage episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Motorsport royalty, with the stories to match his remarkable CV. He is in the International Drag Racing Hall of Fame, the ANDRA and Australian Motorsport Halls of Fame. He was the first Aussie to better 7 seconds over the quarter mile. He has won 17 National Championships, 16 Australian Championships, ten Winter Nationals, multiple New South Wales championships, Grand Finals and won in the USA. It is one hell of an adrenaline fuelled life. Join Rusty as he uncovers the extraordinary tale of a young man who defied the constraints of a conventional education. Prepare to be amazed as we share tales of Jim's audacious exploits, including his daring ventures of driving on the road at the tender age of 11. Plus, the transformative encounter with a police officer that would steer him towards the electrifying world of drag racing, forever altering the trajectory of his life. Brace yourself for stories of adrenaline-pumping races at legendary locations like Castlereigh, where Jim's passion for speed and horsepower reached new heights. Don't forget to head to Rusty's Twitter or Instagram and give us your feedback and let us know what you want to hear about in future Rusty's Garage episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The stories keep coming from the Drag Racing Hall of Famer. From brushes with mortality to heart-stopping crashes and surprising new ventures, Rusty and Jim give an unparalleled glimpse into the world of a motorsport legend. Buckle up and prepare to be transported into a realm of adrenaline, resilience, and unwavering passion. Don't forget to head to Rusty's Twitter or Instagram and give us your feedback and let us know what you want to hear about in future Rusty's Garage episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6-Time World Champion, NHRA Top Fuel Driver, Clay Millican; Noted NHRA Crew Chief, Jim Oberhofer; and the sons of Jim Read, the most famous drag racer in Australia - 21 times National Champion, Phil Read, 3-Time consecutive Australian Top Fuel Champion and Bruce Read, Noted Crew Chief. Online Race Industry Week 2022: 5 days, 55 hours of LIVE webinars, 150+ race industry speakers, 110 countries represented in attendance. From EPARTRADE, RACER.com, & SPEED SPORT. Presented by ETS Racing Fuels, Scott Lewis Associates, & Total Seal Piston Rings. Sponsored by ARP Inc, Performance Plus Global Logistics, & Motul.
A Poem written by Jim Read by Jim, About my ex wife and daughter
In this special edition series of the Munnday Mornings Podcast, three guest hosts will talk about their three areas of expertise. In this first episode, we discuss Refugees with Dr. Jim Read.
Jim Read is a creative director with deep experience on the TV network side as a client, as well as on the agency side as a creative leader. Jim's experience includes stints at CMT, AMC, and his current position at truTV. His agency experience includes Pearl Media, Definition 6, Eyeball, and Trailer Park. Today’s episode is an insightful peek behind the curtain to where Joel Pilger asks Jim about his experience, how creative for marketing works inside an innovative TV network, as well as a discussion about the role of of data and intuition in entertainment promotions.
Newly inducted into the ANDRA Hall of Fame, Top Fuel legend Jim Read returns to discuss a few of his lasting Australian Nationals memories with the iconic Aussie drag race set to return to Calder Park Raceway 28-29 January 2017.
Australian Drag Racing and Top Fuel legend Jim Read discusses his upcoming induction to the ANDRA Drag Racing Hall of Fame and shares some memories from an illustrious career.
Jim Read is a a highly sought after graphic designer and creative director. He works long hours and also has three children but somehow manages to fit competitive cycling into his already ridiculous schedule. Four years ago Jim lived the same sedentary lifestyle we all struggle to overcome; he was overweight, had bad eating habits, and incorporated little to no activity into his day. Then one Thanksgiving he realized that if something didn’t change in his life, in ten years he would be facing a terrible health crisis. In this episode Jim and I talk about Jim's journey going from overweight and out of shape to putting his life back together, and then ultimately becoming a competitive cyclist. Our show sponsor: GeekDesk Topics of Conversation: - How Jim manages to make time for THREE different jobs - working as a graphic designer, a father to three children and cycling - Jim’s story of how he went from sitting behind his desk to spin classes at the YMCA to competitive cycling - Jim’s simple solution to sticking with a diet and exercise program - How generating momentum was one of the keys to Jim’s success - Food addiction is a real problem. We discuss how to manage junk food cravings around the home and office - Jim gives us some helpful digital tools for anyone who is serious about cycling - We discuss how time management and efficiency helped Jim fit cycling into his busy schedule - Sleep is also incredibly important! If you can’t recover with a good night’s rest, you can’t maintain this sort of lifestyle - How to “gamify” the small tasks in your life so you can become more efficient at doing them - Working with your limitations not against them - Jim talks about the dark side of competing at this level--injuries, losing and it’s tough on the mind and body. Make sure you do this safely! Useful Links: RichRoll.com Finding Ultra Freshly.com Strava Cycling and Running App Training Peaks Cycle-Smart Sleep Cycle alarm app jim-read.com Show Credits: This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and this show is executive produced by Kanen Flowers. We are a member of the THAT STUDIO podcast network. The music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Dorian Cheah from his brilliant album ARA.
Soul crooner Mark Webster brings in the power of three and brings in Jonny Owen, Jim Read and Jeff Young. Arsene's away record, Gareth Bale, Andy Carroll's budding England call up, QPR and in the words of Boney M "those Russians". Follow us on Twitter @footballpodcast
Soul crooner Mark Webster brings in the power of three and brings in Jonny Owen, Jim Read and Jeff Young. Arsene's away record, Gareth Bale, Andy Carroll's budding England call up, QPR and in the words of Boney M "those Russians". Follow us on Twitter @footballpodcast