DRIVEN BY DIVERSITY- DRIVEN BY THE FUTURE- DRIVEN BY DESIRE
After a week’s delay due to IT, computer and other assorted issues, Episode 15 is up and ready for your listening pleasure.
The episode examines driving forces that serve as the foundation of passion. For each guest that drive is unique; connected to them in such a way that it is their ultimate compass.
For Max & Jennifer Siegel, an overwhelming need created their Rev Racing team. They wanted to create a platform where minorities might get the helping hand be it a driving career, a career as a crew member or simply a member of the racing industry. When Max visited with Jack. The unpacked that mission statement,
Along the way, Seigel shared his vision as well as his report card on NASCAR’s Drive for Diversity program.
Ben Kennedy has emerged as one of NASCAR’s visionaries. The son of Bill France Jr’s daughter Lisa Kennedy, Ben immersed himself in the family business and has earned the respect of the racing community. After learning firsthand the challenges from a driver’s perspective, Ben tackled other key NASCAR elements that effect NASCAR. He is credited as one of the catalysts behind new venues, new cars and new social conscience initiatives. When he visits, Kennedy talks about all that and shares some thoughts on the NASCAR of the future.
Santino Ferrucci burst onto the IndyCar racing scene several years ago and already has earned a reputation as a brash, fearless and fast racer. The Connecticut native now living in the Dallas Ft. Worth area returns for a “one off” drive in this year’s upcoming Indianapolis 500.
Several weeks ago he served notice that his Dryer & Reinbold effort should be counted as a legitimate race winning contender. His Wind Tunnel visit is spiced by Santino’s candid and sometimes humorous self-assessments.
19 year old Carson Hocevar has a dream. Like many his age, Carson has his sights set on a career in NASCAR’s Cup Series. He’s presently in his second full time season in the Camping World Truck Series where he and his Niece Motorsports Chevy are making a lot of noise on the circuit. A pair of consecutive runner-up finishes in the last two races as well as his entertaining demeanor outside his truck is winning him legions of fans, When he stops by for his Wind Tunnel visit we will talk about his burning drive to succeed. We also trace his emerging fan signature… his assorted hats that he wears during driver introductions.
All that plus a comprehensive review of 14 days of motorsports action for the worlds of NASCAR, Advance Auto Parts Weekly Racing Series and the NTT IndyCar Series.