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Send us a textWhat happens when a casual encounter at a bar ignites a lifelong passion for land speed racing and The Bonneville Salt Flats? Meet our legendary guest, Pam Curtis Olson, who transformed from a racing novice to accomplished racer on the Bonneville salt flats. Pam's journey is a tale of bold spirit and unyielding determination, seasoned with humor and the camaraderie of the racing community. Her daring request to race Terry Nish's streamliner lead Pam on the journey of a lifetime! Not only did she earn entrance into the Bonneville 200 MPH Club she discovered the joy and friendships found in land speed racing.Join us as we recount Pam's thrilling pursuit of driving in both a roadster and streamliner. Experience the rookie mistakes, the adrenaline rushes, and the triumphant moments of nailing that perfect run. With anecdotes of close-knit racer camaraderie and the unique challenges of different racing vehicles, Pam's tale is filled with humor, resilience, and the thrill of risk-taking. Relive her record-breaking runs and discover the transformative power of community and shared passion on the salt. This is a celebration of racing legends, unexpected beginnings, and the relentless pursuit of speed and excellence.
Send us a Text Message.Tim Confal began his racing career with a '69 Camaro in the San Fernando Valley in the late 70's which evolved to drag racing a fuel altered. While drag racing, he met Roger Gate and Bill Ward and started crewing on their streamliner at El Mirage and the Bonneville Salt Flats. Tim ended up running his own car, the memorable front engine Lakester named Myrtle. Tim entered the Bonneville 200 MPH Club in 1989 driving an Opal GT. He connected with Bob Noice, and they began racing roadsters which led to the creation of the iconic Noicemaker roadster. The Noicemaker tragically crashed in 1989. Luckily the driver was not hurt badly but their bond and love for racing endured as they rebuilt another roadster and faced the challenges of the Double A Blown Gas Roadster class. His decision to eventually step away from racing highlights the emotional and physical toll that managing such a demanding sport can take.Finally, immerse yourself in the world of hot rodding and high-speed racing with stories that capture the unpredictable nature of the sport. From handling a Blown Fuel Lakester that is leaking nitro to crashing in an Opal over 200MPH, this episode delves into the thrill, danger, and determination that define racing excellence.
This week, the boys are back on YouTube and back in the studio to discuss their weekly adventures, talk about some breaking news from the sport, and break down the flips and finishes of the two NASCAR races from Michigan! SUPPORT REVIVAL MOTORING https://shop.revivalmotoring.com/ PRE-ORDER Bandit Run Merch!!!
Welcome to Episode 63 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing. Tonight's show is going to be great but you are going to need to pay attention because we have Eric Grilliot from Mahle Motorsports NA and Mike Galimi from Hot Rod Magazine! Eric is going to help us understand piston construction. Then Mike will be talking about the 200 MPH Club of Drag Week!! Summit Racing's speed legacy began in 1968 as a one-man startup and is now the World's Speed Shop® with four facilities and 200+ catalog editions. Fueling your passion, they save you money, deliver fast, and offer top-notch customer service for more than 1500 brands. Make sure to download the Summit Racing Mobile App for easy access to speed parts. Find them on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. You can also tune in to the On All Cylinders podcast for discussions with automotive pioneers, enthusiasts and manufacturers. From humble origins to the social media lane, Summit Racing stands by your need for speed. Summit Racing has added a Rewards program! For every $1 spent you receive 1 Speed Point. For all the details, visit summitracing.com/rewards
THE LEGENDARY DANNY BURROW is just a good old boy from the heartland who happens to go really fast! He went from driving trucks for George Poteet to driving George's Blown Fuel Comp Coup "The Blowfish" over 300 MPH! Danny gained memebership in the Bonneville 200 MPH Club in 2010 and later on earned the 300 MPH Chapter blue hat. Danny is probably the only LAND SPEED LEGEND to get a street named after them because of their land speed accomplishments! This is an entertaining interview that proves racing is more fun with friends!
THE LEGENDARY FRANK SILVA'S first trip to the Bonneville Salt Flats was with his dad when he was seventeen years old. That year they came out as spectators but it didn't last long and within a few years they were wrenching and racing the Got Salt Lakester. Frank's dad, Frank Sr., took six years to get a record in that car but it only took the junior Frank one! Unfortunely, his dad had passed away by the time he gothis record that earned him entry into the 300 MPH Chapter of Bonneville 200 MPH Club . Frank describes that year as "Fairy tale year" as he set a record and spread his dad's ashes over the salt. Frank is one of the most enegetic, genuine and humble guys out on the salt and it makes for a great interview!
THE LEGENDARY SCOTT GUTHRIE first took his Harley motorcycle to the Bonneville Salt Flats in 1973. He was hooked after setting a record and getting to experience the spirit of land speed racing through fellow racers. He came back the following year with great success. He had even more success when he switched to a Yamaha that he brought out in 1984. Scott teamed up with THE LEGENDARY JIM BURKDOLL and his Pink Thunder Streamliner to get into the Bonneville 200 MPH Club. Scott continued to have a very successful land speed racing career just racking building teams and racking up records on both the lake and asphalt side of land speed racing. He eventually teamed up with THE LEGENDARY JOHN LEVIE to form Guthrie-Levie Racing, a team that holds over 200 records! Also, he just won this year's (2023) Bonneville 200 MPH Club "Person of the Year Award"!
Thirty one episodes and one year later from the very first episode of Land Speed Legends my niece, Megan Volk, interviews me THE LEGENDARY ALLISON VOLK DEAN. That seems weird to write about myself but like I tell all my guests, in land speed racing, everyone is a legend in their own mind! In this episode of Land Speed Legends I talk about what it was like growing up in land speed racing out at the Bonneville Salt Flats. I also detail some of my racing experiences and getting into the Bonneville 200 MPH Club. I was office manager of the Bonneville 200 MPH Club for over ten years and I discuss how that role influenced my decision to start this podcast. Also I talk about raising a family out there and some of our families future plans! I would like to thank Megan for helping me out and doing an amazing job!
The legendary Fred Dannenfelzer has the classic story of SoCal hot rodder turned drag racer turned land speed racer. His first trip to Bonneville with a car was in 1961 with a high boy roadster before he upgraded to a modified roadster. But his need for speed was not satisfied so he built a lakester with his eyes set on a 300 MPH record. He accomplished his goal and is a handful of people in both the Bonnevile & El Mirage 300 MPH Chapter of those 200 MPH Club's. He kept driving over 300 MPH until he was 79 years old! Now at 83 years old he is the engine tuner for his lakester that his son-in law now drives.
THE LEGENDARY RUSS EYRES started racing and modifying motor scooters at a very young age on his family's farm in Iowa before they moved to San Diego in 1953. His interest in land speed racing was ignited when his brother's boss, Lou Bingham, let Russ and his brother help him work on his car he raced at Bonneville. Eventually he decided to build his own car and raced in various classes. He entered the Bonneville 200 MPH Club in 2010 and brought a few others along with him too including his son, Eric. Russ also Chairman of the SCTA Roadster Committee, Secretary of Save the Salt and longtime member of the San Diego Roadster Club.
From Sprint Cars to Indy Cars to Bonneville Mike Nish was a racing machine! His racing career mirrored his life with thrilling ups and devastating downs. But like a legend he overcame! His influence on land speed racing is undeniable. He entered the Bonneville 200 MPH Club and 300 MPH Chapter in 1996 with a speed of 304.700 MPH. He had many records and runs that excelled that speed, including a top speed of 412 MPH! Today we celebrate THE LEGENDARY MIKE NISH!!!
THE LEGENDARY MIKE STRASBURG has been going to the Bonneville Salt Flats since 1969. He gained entry into the Bonneville 200 MPH Club in 1991 driving his family's BGL with a record of 277 MPH. He gained entry in the 300 MPH Chapter in 2017 setting a record of 344 MPH in AA/BFL class. That was not enough for Mike so he updated his record to 361 MPH the following year. Mike is also of member of the El Mirage 200 MPH Club and did all the driving in the family's Top Alcohol and Top Fuel dragster! This is going be as satisfying as hitting the nitroce button on a 300 MPH run.
Al's first trip to Bonneville was in 1967 as a crew member on the Mardon, Ohly and Bentley fuel roadster. From 1968 to 1975 he drove and wrenched on the Sadd, Teague and Bentley fuel roadster. In 1970 he qualified for the 200 MPH Club in both A/FR & C/FR. But 200 MPH wasn't fast enough for Al, and in 1976 he built a B/FBL and in 1981 he set a record with that lakester at 308 MPH. The lakester wasconverted into a streamliner and in 1982 and in 1991 he set a BNI/FIA record of 409.986 with a 425 mile average and a terminal speed of 432. At the time, it was the fastest wheel driven car ever! Al has received the Hot Rod Magazine trophy 11 times! The streamliner was retired 2002 after setting another FIA record at 405 MPH. Both the roadster and the streamliner are in the John Price Museum in Salt Lake City. Heads up this going to be as exciting as 400 MPH ALTEAGUE RUN
THE LEGENDARY ANITA STRASBURG grew up in Oklahoma and Texas. She grew watching drag racing with her dad Don Pulliman. In the early 200/s She started drag racing and '86 Chevy truck in the super pro class. She moved on altered's and eventually moved on to top dragsters pushing speeds of 212 MPH. She made her first trip to Bonneville in 2012 and was hooked! She made her first runs in 2019 when she got here unlimited license. In 2021 she gained entry into the 300 MPH Chapter of 200 MPH Club at 361 MPH driving the family's B/FL. She also compete in the NHRA circuit driving a top dragaster where she has won back to back championships in the Mid West Drag Racing series. Hang on this should be as incredible as watching someone peddle a 300 MPH car for 5 miles!
THE LEGENDARY JEFF STRASBURG grew up going to the Bonneville SaltFlats and made his first trip out there at seven years old to watch his bigbrother Lindsay race the family's 1971 Mustang that ran in the C/PROD class.Jeff set his first record, 185 MPH, at the age of 20 in 1985 driving a C/STR.But Jeff was just getting warmed up! In 1990 he gained entry into theBonneville 200 MPH Club setting a record in a A/BFL at 255MPH and went on toset a record at El Mirage to become an El Mirage 200 MPH Club member. Jefftraded his red hat for a blue one when he entered the 300 MPH Chapter in 2014 driving the same lakester at 337 MPH and updated that record 2018 373MPH! Oh yeah and when not land speed racing their family does a little dragracing and runs B&J transmissions. Hold on tight this is going to be as goodas cooler full of Coors Light on the salt!
Here today is the Legendary Scott Horner! Scott is originally from New Jersey but was exposed to land speed racing through pictures and stories in books about the Spirt of America, the Blue Flame, the Green Monster and other land speed legends. This sparked a desire for land speed racing in Scott that would have to wait four decades before it was realized. In the meantime, his need for speed was satisfied by having a successful run at drag racing motorcycles. His service in the Air Force, brings him out West where in 1996 he opened up his own performance shop, Heads Up Performance. Through his shop, he gets connected to land speed racing community and his destiny with land speed racing begins. In 2007 Scott fulfilled a childhood dream and joined both the El Mirage and Bonneville 200 MPH Club. Scott eventually went on to join five other 200 MPH Club's! Heads up this is going to be as thrilling as a high-speed tank slapper!
Welcome to Land Speed Legends! Here today I have the Legendary John Levie! John is my first land speed motorcycle guest and my guest with the most records, over 100 of them! His first introduction into land speed racing would be as a spectator when his dad, Allen Levie, began taking him to the Bonneville Salt Flats at two years old. Him and his dad would continue to spectate as John adventured into other types of racing including motocross, desert, boat and dirt stock cars. In 2009 he started racing on the salt and set a record on a Honda 50 at 55+ MPH. In 2012 he got into the Bonneville 200 MPH Club on a side car at 218+ MPH and in 2018 he earned his blue 300 MPH Chapter hat in a streamlined side car at 310+Mph. Hang on this is going to be as thrilling as when you feel the turbo kicks in!
Speaking Intro Sitting across from me today is the Legendary Gary Spencer! He fell in love with land speed racing and the Bonneville Salt Flats at young age when his dad, Richard Spencer, started taking him out to the races over 60 years ago! He moved on to drag racing, where he drove funny cars and currently races motorcycles. But eventually shifted his focus to land speed racing and getting a red hat. It took ten years but he eventually gained entry into the Bonneville 200 MPH Club in 2008 in his stock body '71 Camaro with a record of 250MPH. He currently holds three records in this car and has a top speed of 260MPH. Gary is passionate about racing, the Bonneville Salt Flats and represents the best of the land speed racing community.
Welcome to Land Speed Legends sitting with me today is the man, the myth, the Legendary Shifting Shane Dean…the gear jammer! Shane's first year at the salt was in 2008. He came out with his girlfriend now wife who happens to be me! It didn't take long for him to catch the bug and in 2012 Shane & his dad, Ron Dean, bought a 1984 C4 Corvette. Shane set a record in 2018 and gained entrance into the Bonneville 200 MPH Club. Since then, and with Shane's hard work, that car has put 3 other people in the Bonneville 200 MPH Club! Hang on this is going to be as gratifying as finally getting that car through inspection!
Today we have the Legendary Julie Burkdoll! Julie was first introduced into land speed racing when she was 17 years old and her now husband then boyfriend the Legendary Jim Burkdoll took her on a date during Speed Week. By the early 1980's Julie, Jim and there 3 boys BJ, Timmy & Bo were racing on the salt. She wasn't planning on racing, but with some encouragement from her husband she got in the driver's seat and in 1990 she set a record at over 204 MPH earning her entrance into the Bonneville 200 MPH Club! Currently she plays a vital role in the USFRA meets as the head timer. Hold on this should be as fun as hearing the voice over the radio say take it to impound!
Welcome the Legendary Dallas Volk to Land Speed Legends! Dallas is the oldest of the Volk Brothers Racing team and happens to be my big brother. He has been involved in land speed racing for over 50 years. He is member of the Bonneville 200 MPH Club which he gained entrance to in 2001. He is currently a crew member for the Volk Brothers and Nish modified roadster and high boy roadster racing team. Dallas is crazy knowledgeable about land speed racing so this episode should be as good as finally getting that red hat!
Betty is the embodiment of a land speed racer. Her first year at the salt was in 1969 when she went as a spectator with her husband...The Legendary Gene Burkland. Spectating didn't last long because they soon built a car and were racing by 1971. Betty got her turn in the driver seat when she drove thier Datsun Comp Coup before she landed a seat in George Fields Comp Coup. In 2003, she set a record and got in the Bonneville 200 MPH Club a month before her 63rd birthday! Currently she is a crew member for two teams on the salt and you can always find her friendly face helping at the Bonneville 2 Club booth. Hang on tight this interview is going to be as wild as a good spinout!
Today we have the legendary Jeff Nish! This is my first guest who isn't my blood relative but I would definitely consider him family. This man has raced a lot! He started circle track racing before he moved on to setting records at Bonneville. He became a Bonneville 200 MPH Club member in 1986. He decided that wasn't fast enough, so he went for a blue hat and was successful in gaining entrance into the 300 MPH Chapter of the 2 Club in 1997. He is a family man of epic proportions and is responsible for getting his wife, son and nephews involved in racing along with a few of their friends. This podcast is going to be almost as thrilling as a trip to impound!
Today we have the legendary Patrick Volk who I am lucky enough to call my big brother. He has been going to the salt for almost 50 years. He is the younger brother of Volk Brothers Racing team. He is the first of the Volk siblings to get into the Bonneville 200 MPH Club which he did in 1991. He is currently the crew chief of the #59 Volk Brothers Roadster. This episode is going to be as exciting as Jim Jenson telling you to put your face shield down.
Larry Volk's first racing experience on the Bonneville Salt Flats was in 1959 he then began racing out there in 1963. By 1975 he had gained entry into the Bonneville 200 MPH Club in 1975. He has served as chairman of Save the Salt, President of the Bonneville 200 MPH Club and founding member of the Utah Salt Flats Racing Association. His awards include: Bonneville 200 MPH Club man of the year, Utah Salt Flats Racing Association man of the year, the Bob Higbee Award, and an inductee of the Dry Lakes Racing Hall of Fame.
Episode #11 of the Motorcycle Knuckle Busters podcast. Enjoy our next guest Valerie Thompson. Valerie is the World's Fastest Female Motorcycle Racer and a 10x land speed record holder with membership in the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame as well as eight 200 MPH Clubs and one 300 MPH Club. She is consistently ranked as one of the World's Top 10 Fastest Motorcycle Racers. In 2018, she piloted the BUB 7 Streamliner to a record speed of 328.467 mph.
Valerie is the “World's Fastest Female Motorcycle Racer” and a ten-time land speed record holder with membership in the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame, seven 200 MPH Clubs and one 300 MPH Club. In 2018, she piloted the famed BUB 7 Streamliner to a record speed of 328.467 mph (528.616 km/h) and is the only female rider featured on the “World's Top 10 Fastest Motorcycle Riders” list. She was recently included on the Dealer news “Top 100 Leaders in Powersports” list.In addition to pursuing the fastest motorcycle title of 376.363 mph, Valerie assumed driving duties of the Treit and Davenport Target 550 Streamliner in 2019 for her first land speed record attempt on 4-wheels. Marlo Treit and Les Davenport have four decades of land speed racing experience in a variety of record-setting vehicles. The team's goal is to break the current conventional wheel-driven, piston-powered automobile class speed record of 415.867 mph.Valerie is the first woman in the seat of the Target 550 Streamliner as a result, she could become the first woman over 400 mph both in a car and motorcycle. While other women have reached fabulous speeds in a car and others in a motorcycle streamliner, NO woman has done both. She has the opportunity to be the first driver over 500 mph in a piston engine car, and over 400 mph in a motorcycle. Something that NOBODY – man or woman has accomplished.Valerie's quest to become the world's fastest motorcycle racer is the subject of P-51 Pictures and MN8 upcoming film documentary, “Rockets and Titans.”For racing updates, endorsement, photos, and celebrity appearances, please email: valerie@valeriethompsonracing.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/valeriethompsonracing/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValerieRacingTwitter: https://twitter.com/valeriethompsonYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ValerieThompson20LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/valerie-thompson-racing?trk=tyah&trkInfo=clickedVertical%3Acompany%2CclickedEntityId%3A350311%2Cidx%3A1-1-1%2CtarId%3A1467389399998%2Ctas%3Avalerie%20thompson Show information:How to contact and connect with JP Emersonwww.jpemerson.comTwitter: @The_jpemersonemail: jp@jpemerson.com For more podcasts on cars check out Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com or at Apple Podcasts or anywhere you get your podcastsFor more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast launch services contact Doug Sandler at doug@turnkeypodcast.com or visit www.turnkeypodcast.com
Valerie is the “World's Fastest Female Motorcycle Racer” and a ten-time land speed record holder with membership in the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame, seven 200 MPH Clubs and one 300 MPH Club. In 2018, she piloted the famed BUB 7 Streamliner to a record speed of 328.467 mph (528.616 km/h) and is the only female rider featured on the “World's Top 10 Fastest Motorcycle Riders” list. She was recently included on the Dealer news “Top 100 Leaders in Powersports” list.In addition to pursuing the fastest motorcycle title of 376.363 mph, Valerie assumed driving duties of the Treit and Davenport Target 550 Streamliner in 2019 for her first land speed record attempt on 4-wheels. Marlo Treit and Les Davenport have four decades of land speed racing experience in a variety of record-setting vehicles. The team's goal is to break the current conventional wheel-driven, piston-powered automobile class speed record of 415.867 mph.Valerie is the first woman in the seat of the Target 550 Streamliner as a result, she could become the first woman over 400 mph both in a car and motorcycle. While other women have reached fabulous speeds in a car and others in a motorcycle streamliner, NO woman has done both. She has the opportunity to be the first driver over 500 mph in a piston engine car, and over 400 mph in a motorcycle. Something that NOBODY – man or woman has accomplished.Valerie's quest to become the world's fastest motorcycle racer is the subject of P-51 Pictures and MN8 upcoming film documentary, “Rockets and Titans.”For racing updates, endorsement, photos, and celebrity appearances, please email: valerie@valeriethompsonracing.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/valeriethompsonracing/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValerieRacingTwitter: https://twitter.com/valeriethompsonYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ValerieThompson20LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/valerie-thompson-racing?trk=tyah&trkInfo=clickedVertical%3Acompany%2CclickedEntityId%3A350311%2Cidx%3A1-1-1%2CtarId%3A1467389399998%2Ctas%3Avalerie%20thompson Show information:How to contact and connect with JP Emersonwww.jpemerson.comTwitter: @The_jpemersonemail: jp@jpemerson.com For more podcasts on cars check out Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com or at Apple Podcasts or anywhere you get your podcastsFor more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast launch services contact Doug Sandler at doug@turnkeypodcast.com or visit www.turnkeypodcast.com
VALERIE THOMPSON "WORLD'S FASTEST FEMALE MOTORCYCLE RACER" 328 MPH Residence: Scottsdale, Arizona Born: Tacoma, Washington Valerie is the “World's Fastest Female Motorcycle Racer” and an eight-time land speed record holder with membership in the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame, seven 200 MPH Clubs and one 300 MPH Club. In 2018, she piloted the famed BUB 7 Streamliner to a record speed of 328.467 mph (528.616 km/h) and is the only female rider featured on the “World's Top 10 Fastest Motorcycle Riders” list. She was recently included on the Dealernews “Top 100 Leaders in Powersports” list. In addition to pursuing the fastest motorcycle title of 376.363 mph, Valerie assumed driving duties of the Treit and Davenport Target 550 Streamliner in 2019 for her first land speed record attempt on 4-wheels. Marlo Treit and Les Davenport have four decades of land speed racing experience in a variety of record-setting vehicles. The team's goal is to break the current conventional wheel-driven, piston-powered automobile class speed record of 415.867 mph. Valerie is the first woman in the seat of the Target 550 Streamliner as a result, she could become the first woman over 400 mph both in a car and motorcycle. While other women have reached fabulous speeds in a car and others in a motorcycle streamliner, NO woman has done both. She has the opportunity to be the first driver over 500 mph in a piston engine car, and over 400 mph in a motorcycle. Something that NOBODY – man or woman has accomplished. Valerie's quest to become the world's fastest motorcycle racer is the subject of P-51 Pictures and MN8 upcoming film documentary, “Rockets and Titans.” For racing updates, endorsement, photos, and celebrity appearances, please email: valerie@valeriethompsonracing.com
VALERIE THOMPSON "WORLD'S FASTEST FEMALE MOTORCYCLE RACER" 328 MPH Residence: Scottsdale, Arizona Born: Tacoma, Washington Valerie is the “World's Fastest Female Motorcycle Racer” and an eight-time land speed record holder with membership in the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame, seven 200 MPH Clubs and one 300 MPH Club. In 2018, she piloted the famed BUB 7 Streamliner to a record speed of 328.467 mph (528.616 km/h) and is the only female rider featured on the “World's Top 10 Fastest Motorcycle Riders” list. She was recently included on the Dealernews “Top 100 Leaders in Powersports” list. In addition to pursuing the fastest motorcycle title of 376.363 mph, Valerie assumed driving duties of the Treit and Davenport Target 550 Streamliner in 2019 for her first land speed record attempt on 4-wheels. Marlo Treit and Les Davenport have four decades of land speed racing experience in a variety of record-setting vehicles. The team's goal is to break the current conventional wheel-driven, piston-powered automobile class speed record of 415.867 mph. Valerie is the first woman in the seat of the Target 550 Streamliner as a result, she could become the first woman over 400 mph both in a car and motorcycle. While other women have reached fabulous speeds in a car and others in a motorcycle streamliner, NO woman has done both. She has the opportunity to be the first driver over 500 mph in a piston engine car, and over 400 mph in a motorcycle. Something that NOBODY – man or woman has accomplished. Valerie's quest to become the world's fastest motorcycle racer is the subject of P-51 Pictures and MN8 upcoming film documentary, “Rockets and Titans.” For racing updates, endorsement, photos, and celebrity appearances, please email: valerie@valeriethompsonracing.com
Connecting with Liram Sustiel (@liramsustiel), CEO & Founder of Mph Club (@mphclub), Luxury/Exotic Car Rentals, to talk about the magic behind their business model and the interesting concept of luxury cars through technology and top connections
In the third episode of Conversations with Carroll host Nolan Carroll sits with Liram Sustiel, Co-Founder of mph club - a not so average exotic car rental company with the nation's largest collection of luxury and exotic vehicles available for rent. They chat being able to do what you love for a living and raising the bar in both experience and in life. #MPHClub # LiramSustiel #NolanCarroll Listen on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conversations-with-carroll/id1529662232 Listen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4cbAcZF4diqmc2WAfszebV?si=IfUxCZ8FSx-1JqSD3YVFQwFollow Nolan CarrollInstagram https://www.instagram.com/carrollcity Produced by Young Wild DreamsInstagram https://www.instagram.com/youngwilddreamteam Website https://youngwilddreams.com/ Publicity Matt Dillon /MDPR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattdillon1983/
In this episode, we learn about Lee’s entrepreneurial attitude since elementary school and how every job he had led him to the creation of mph club - a not so average exotic car rental company with the nation’s largest collection of luxury and exotic vehicles available for rent. We also learn about how Alex went from working at Pizza Hut to being the world renowned entrepreneur and keynote speaker that he is today. We explore how important it is to be grateful for every person who has helped you along the way. Podcast Outline[01:16] Welcome Back Pt 2[01:50] It started (How the business started)[03:02] I saved $800[03:43] I learned the industry [05:13] I got my diploma [06:35] Sold the moving company[10:10] I was blown away [11:01] Did some research[11:10] Hey Break [12:22] We came up with the idea[13:08] I still service my first client[13:56] Our 4th car[14:04] 10 years later we have over 40 cars on our feet[15:17] My love for cars[17:33] I know this sounds crazy[18:08] You never know where you're going to end up[20:26] You’re so in your head[21:40] You guys got me at 18 years old [23:00] Where can we find you ResourcesAlex Quin’s InstagramHustle Inspires Hustle AppHustle Inspires Hustle Instagrammph clubmph club InstagramFacebook mph clubYoutube mph clubLiram SustielLiram Sustiel InstagramMr. Blu Instagram
Alex chats with Liram Sustiel, Co-Founder of mph club - a not so average exotic car rental company with the nation’s largest collection of luxury and exotic vehicles available for rent. Lee is one of the key factors to Alex’s Marketing career and a major component in his journey through Entrepreneurship & Business. Learn about how mph club started from just renting three cars to running one of the most popular exotic car rentals in the country. This episode will teach you about the importance of building connections in your network and working your a*s off to become successful. [01:29] What’s going on[02:02] What mph club is[04:13] The company was really young[04:34] You guys gave me an opportunity [05:46] The first time I was doing an event[06:45] I had many opportunities [07:33] The reason I started an advertising agency[08:00] I want to make a name for myself in marketing [08:44] Trust people [11:11] Hey (Break) [12:44] Go to the show notes[13:46] We’re here ten years later[14:16] Collab with Jake Paul [14:32] Doc Antel[17:11] I was marketing director here[17:32] Relationships and Partnerships[18:54] Trying to think outside of the box [20:05] You made it cool to rent a car[21:01] Bringing the lifestyle [21:20] Thank you for joining meResourcesAlex Quin’s InstagramHustle Inspires Hustle AppHustle Inspires Hustle Instagrammph clubmph club InstagramFacebook mph clubYoutube mph clubLiram SustielLiram Sustiel InstagramMr. Blu Instagram
Leslie Porterfield is the fastest woman in the world, and that’s on a motorcycle! Let that sink in. She went 232.522 miles per hour on the Bonneville Salt Flats, and thus became a member of the very exclusive “Bonneville 200 MPH Club” and its first woman member. She has also been named Racing Female Rider of the Year by the American Motorcyclist Association. Leslie actually holds three land-speed records and she’s been profiled in Time Magazine and featured in a documentary entitled “Chasing Speed: Leslie Porterfield.” We first met at a Chicago International Motorcycle event a few years ago where she was doing a presentation, and I have to say I was really moved by her accomplishments. In this episode we discuss what first got her into motorcycles, when she started in racing, and how her parents felt about it. We also talk about her being featured in the documentary “Chasing Speed: Leslie Porterfield,” her work as an entrepreneur and business owner, recruiting racing sponsors, We go deep into the nuts-and-bolts (sorry) of land speed racing in general, and bike design and engineering for setting records, in particular. She talks frankly about a high-speed crash that did marked damage to both her and her bike, and her comeback, as well as being tapped to race in the machine that sadly Jessi Combs was killed in during a recent high speed run. She gives some great advice about battling stereotypes and biases, setting priorities once becoming the mother of twins, resilience, and evolving one’s career as life changes. She also talked about her philanthropic and humanitarian work via her involvement in Racers Who Care, and doing inspirational talks. Leslie demonstrates, and in this episode, deconstructs how we can all live a life in full.
Mark and John interview Valerie Thompson, who is the Fastest Woman on 2 Wheels (328 MPH), on her friendship with Jessi Combs who was tragically killed trying to achieve a world record on four wheels today. Valerie Thompson, is the “World’s Fastest Female Motorcycle Racer” and an eight-time land speed record holder with membership in the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame, seven 200 MPH Clubs and one 300 MPH Club. In 2018, she piloted the famed BUB 7 Streamliner to a record speed of 328.467 mph (528.616 km/h) and is the only female rider featured on the “World’s Top 10 Fastest Motorcycle Riders” list. She was recently included on the Dealernews “Top 100 Leaders in Powersports” list. CLICK HERE Jessi Combs, Worlds Fastest Female on Four Wheels. 1980-2019. Thank you as always to our sponsor, Wilkins Harley-Davidson.
Fastest Woman on Two Wheels What drives an individual to chase incredible speeds to attain a world record or two…or eight?! The fastest woman on two wheels who has an unwavering passion for setting some serious land speed records, the talented Valerie Thompson http://bit.ly/ValerieThompsonRacing does and she will join us in studio this week. Valerie is the “World’s Fastest Female Motorcycle Racer” and an eight-time land speed record holder with membership in the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame, seven 200 MPH Clubs and one 300 MPH Club. In 2018, she piloted the famed BUB 7 Streamliner to a record speed of 328.467 mph and is the only female rider featured on the “Top 10 Fastest Motorcycles in the World” list. She was recently included on the Dealernews “Top 100 Leaders in Powersports” list. Preparations for World Land Speed Record In addition to pursuing the fastest motorcycle title of 376.363 mph, Valerie has assumed driving duties of the Treit and DavenportTarget 550 Streamliner in 2019 for her first land speed record attempt on four wheels. Marlo Treit and Les Davenport have four decades of land speed racing experience in a variety of record-setting vehicles. The team’s goal is to break the current conventional wheel-driven, piston-powered automobile FIA class speed record of 417.020 mph. How do you prepare and mentally engage a world record attempt, especially after a violent crash one year prior at speeds in excess of 342 mph? We will find out on this weeks podcast!
En el episodio de esta semana, nos trasladamos con cámaras y micrófonos hacia la Academia 100 MPH Club, recién estrenada por el ex lanzador de Series Nacionales, Maels Rodriguez, donde nos abre las puertas de su negocio y también de su corazón, contándonos sobre su nuevo proyecto y su carrera en el beisbol. Un programa simplemente: IMPERDIBLE --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conlasbasesllenas/message
En el episodio de esta semana, nos trasladamos con cámaras y micrófonos hacia la Academia 100 MPH Club, recién estrenada por el ex lanzador de Series Nacionales, Maels Rodriguez, donde nos abre las puertas de su negocio y también de su corazón, contándonos sobre su nuevo proyecto y su carrera en el beisbol. Un programa simplemente: IMPERDIBLE
En el episodio de esta semana, nos trasladamos con cámaras y micrófonos hacia la Academia 100 MPH Club, recién estrenada por el ex lanzador de Series Nacionales, Maels Rodriguez, donde nos abre las puertas de su negocio y también de su corazón, contándonos sobre su nuevo proyecto y su carrera en el beisbol. Un programa simplemente: IMPERDIBLE
My guest on today's podcast is Valerie Thompson, America’s Queen of Speed. Valerie is the 7x land Speed Record holder and has become the world record holder reaching a speed 328.467 at Lake Gairdner in South Australia, Australia. Valerie and Team 7 Racing are in preparation for a world record attempt for the overall motorcycle land speed record in 2019. Current record is 376.363 mph.Thompson is often referred to as “America’s Queen of Speed”, she has earned the famed “Red Hat” in the Bonneville 200 MPH Club, and is a member of the prestigious Bonneville BUB Speed Trial 201 MPH Club. Valerie has also earned her place in the Mojave Magnum 200 MPH Club, the ECTA 200 MPH Club, the Texas Mile 200 MPH Club and the Colorado Mile, including a personal best of 217.7 MPH (350.53 KM/H) on a BMW S 1000 RR at the Texas Mile in 2014Valerie started her drag racing career in 2006 on quarter-mile tracks in the All Harley Drag Racing Association (AHDRA) and returning 2017 to the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle series. Her desire to go faster, and break more records, led her to form her own land speed-racing team, Valerie Thompson Racing, in 2012.Racing Awards & AccoladesValerie’s full-throttle lifestyle has inspired filmmakers, authors and songwriters alike. She is featured in the 2013 documentary film, “Why We Ride,” the Discovery Channel program “Mega Speed,” and the “Bonneville Stories” video, profiling the life of a professional motorcycle racer in a tough, unforgiving and dangerous career. She has even been featured in a GoDaddy Super Bowl commercial!The award- winning rock band, CTS, wrote the popular song “Quarter Mile” for Valerie and she received the Red Carpet Award for her inclusion in Delores Seright’s book, “Amazing Women: Shattering Barriers.” She is also featured in the 2013 book, “90 Years BMW Motorrad.” Valerie’s leathers and other racing gear are currently on display at the Hopkins BMW Motorcycle Museum in Highland, Maryland.She was inducted into the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of fame in 2018.Off TrackValerie surrounds herself in a world of speed even off the racetrack, working as vehicle presenter at Barrett-Jackson Auction Company, LLC and Metro Auto Auctions in her hometown of Scottsdale, Arizona. Between her work, racing commitments and many special appearances each year, Valerie donates time supporting and inspiring children overcoming personal challenges with charitable organizations, which earned her the 2011 “American Women Riders Community Hero Award.”NOTABLE· 8 - Time Land Speed Record Holder· Fast Lady on the Lake” award - DLRA Event· World’s Fastest Female Motorcycle Racer 328.467 mph· Recipient of the DLRA Event 200 MPH & 300 MPH Club – Australia· Inducted into the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame, Class of 2018· Featured in "Rockets and Titans" a worldwide film documentary scheduled for theater distribution in 2019 - IMDb.com· Recipient of the “Top Speed of the Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials” Award 304.263 mph· Membership in seven 200 MPH Clubs· Membership in one 300 mph Club· Career Best Land Speed : 217.7 MPH BMW S 1000 RR - (1-Mile Standing)· American Woman Riders Community Hero Award· Amazing Women Shattering Barriers Red Carpet Award· Featured in award-winning documentary films, including “Why We Ride” and “Mega Speed” (Discovery Channel) Become a supporter of this podcast:https://anchor.fm/thetravelwins/support
My guest on today's podcast is Valerie Thompson, America’s Queen of Speed. Valerie is the 7x land Speed Record holder and has become the world record holder reaching a speed 328.467 at Lake Gairdner in South Australia, Australia. Valerie and Team 7 Racing are in preparation for a world record attempt for the overall motorcycle land speed record in 2019. Current record is 376.363 mph. Thompson is often referred to as “America’s Queen of Speed”, she has earned the famed “Red Hat” in the Bonneville 200 MPH Club, and is a member of the prestigious Bonneville BUB Speed Trial 201 MPH Club. Valerie has also earned her place in the Mojave Magnum 200 MPH Club, the ECTA 200 MPH Club, the Texas Mile 200 MPH Club and the Colorado Mile, including a personal best of 217.7 MPH (350.53 KM/H) on a BMW S 1000 RR at the Texas Mile in 2014 Valerie started her drag racing career in 2006 on quarter-mile tracks in the All Harley Drag Racing Association (AHDRA) and returning 2017 to the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle series. Her desire to go faster, and break more records, led her to form her own land speed-racing team, Valerie Thompson Racing, in 2012. Racing Awards & Accolades Valerie’s full-throttle lifestyle has inspired filmmakers, authors and songwriters alike. She is featured in the 2013 documentary film, “Why We Ride,” the Discovery Channel program “Mega Speed,” and the “Bonneville Stories” video, profiling the life of a professional motorcycle racer in a tough, unforgiving and dangerous career. She has even been featured in a GoDaddy Super Bowl commercial! The award- winning rock band, CTS, wrote the popular song “Quarter Mile” for Valerie and she received the Red Carpet Award for her inclusion in Delores Seright’s book, “Amazing Women: Shattering Barriers.” She is also featured in the 2013 book, “90 Years BMW Motorrad.” Valerie’s leathers and other racing gear are currently on display at the Hopkins BMW Motorcycle Museum in Highland, Maryland. She was inducted into the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of fame in 2018. Off Track Valerie surrounds herself in a world of speed even off the racetrack, working as vehicle presenter at Barrett-Jackson Auction Company, LLC and Metro Auto Auctions in her hometown of Scottsdale, Arizona. Between her work, racing commitments and many special appearances each year, Valerie donates time supporting and inspiring children overcoming personal challenges with charitable organizations, which earned her the 2011 “American Women Riders Community Hero Award.” NOTABLE · 8 - Time Land Speed Record Holder · Fast Lady on the Lake” award - DLRA Event · World’s Fastest Female Motorcycle Racer 328.467 mph · Recipient of the DLRA Event 200 MPH & 300 MPH Club – Australia · Inducted into the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame, Class of 2018 · Featured in "Rockets and Titans" a worldwide film documentary scheduled for theater distribution in 2019 - IMDb.com · Recipient of the “Top Speed of the Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials” Award 304.263 mph · Membership in seven 200 MPH Clubs · Membership in one 300 mph Club · Career Best Land Speed : 217.7 MPH BMW S 1000 RR - (1-Mile Standing) · American Woman Riders Community Hero Award · Amazing Women Shattering Barriers Red Carpet Award · Featured in award-winning documentary films, including “Why We Ride” and “Mega Speed” (Discovery Channel)
Valerie Thompson is the Team Owner and Driver at Valerie Thompson Racing. She is the first female motorcycle rider to go over 300 mph, earning her the title of “World’s Fastest Female Motorcycle Racer.” She posted her best top speed of 328 mph in 2018 at the DLRA Speed Week competition in Southern Australia, piloting Denis Manning’s Team “7” Racing streamliner. Valerie is an 8-time land speed record holder with membership in seven different 200 MPH Clubs, one 300 MPH Club and she is a lifetime member of the famed Bonneville 200 MPH Club. She was inducted into the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 2018. Valerie’s current quest to become the world’s fastest motorcycle racer is the subject of P-51 Pictures’ and MN8 Films’ upcoming feature documentary, Rockets and Titans. Her many racing accomplishments have earned Valerie the moniker of “America’s Queen of Speed.” A shout out to past Cars Yeah guest for introducing me to Valerie, a very fast racer in her own rights, the great Lyn St. James.
Sam Mitani is a Japanese-American writer and author, best known for his work as International Editor for Road & Track magazine, where he spent 22 years, and as the author of his debut novel, The Prototype.His responsibilities as an automotive journalist included covering and test driving cars from around the world. He also wrote a monthly column for XaCAR, and regularly contributed to Best Car, two of Japan’s most popular auto magazines. His limited-run car magazine, called SPEED, won him a Maggie Award in 2004. Mitani also appeared as a guest host for the Best Motoring DVD series and has an Emmy Award to his credit for co-hosting for KABC’s Eye on LA television series.As part of his job, he participated in a number of adventures, including the Dakar Rally in 1996, two stints in the Malaysian jungle in the Trans Peninsula Rally, the Baja 1000 and in 2010, he set a speed record at the Bonneville Salt Flats in a Suzuki Kizashi, going 203.73 mph. The run qualified him to join the exclusive 200-MPH Club. Make sure to follow us and subscribe!NoBraking can be found on Instagram and Facebook
Bruce Meyer is the founding chairman of the Petersen Automotive Museum and is still a very active board member. He is part of the Bonneville 200 MPH Club but host, James McKeone, was able to slow him down for a drive in his 1957 Outlaw Porsche. They took a trip through Beverly Hills where Bruce is not only the unofficial mayor of the city but also houses his collection of cars, which makes him the ultimate 'Car guys car guy.' Enjoy!
The Youth Baseball Edge Podcast with Rob Tong: Coaching | Drills | Strategy
Paul Reddick, founder of The 90 MPH Club, discusses the pitching trap for unsuspecting parents, coaches and players and how to avoid it. This is Part 2 of my interview with Paul. Plus Justin Stone answers the Question Of The Week about conflicting advice on the stride. If you love the show, please let us (and others) know by giving us an honest review & rating on iTunes!
The Youth Baseball Edge Podcast with Rob Tong: Coaching | Drills | Strategy
Paul Reddick, founder of the 90 MPH Club, explains how to make it simpler when teaching pitching. This is part 1 of a two-part interview series with Paul on the podcast. Plus Justin Stone of elitebaseball.tv answers the Question Of The Week about trying out other sports during the baseball offseason and how short is too short for the offseason. If you love the show, please let us (and others) know by giving us an honest review & rating on iTunes!
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