Speed Bumps with Charlie Kimball

Type 1 Triumph: Austen's Skyward Journey in Aviation Take flight with Charlie Kimball and his guest, Austen McDonald—a pilot with a unique copilot: Type 1 diabetes. Austen defies norms and navigates the skies, sharing his rise above life's speed bumps, from his aviation dreams to the regulatory battles won, empowering future diabetic aviators. Fasten your seatbelts for a dose of motivation that so...

From Race Cars to Pastry Stars: Kate Reid's Transformative Journey Embark on a deliciously inspiring journey with Dr. Kate Reid, as she transitions from the adrenaline-fueled aerodynamics of Formula One to mastering the art of croissant perfection. In this episode, we delve into her tenacious pursuit of career transformation, the sweet taste of overcoming adversity, and engineering innovation—beyo...

Dive into Aimee Kandrac's inspiring saga on 'Speed Bumps with Charlie Kimball.' From launching a supportive platform to personal growth through adversity, unwrap the lessons and strength in community backing. If you're curious about turning trials into triumphs, tune in for a dose of motivation! Key Points • The birth of 'what friends do' • Venture challenges as a female founder • Personal hardshi...

In this heartwarming episode of Speed Bumps, Charlie Kimball chats with Mary Clare Halpin, a fierce Type 1 Diabetes advocate sharing her powerful journey – from diagnosis to driving change in agriculture and beyond. Dive in for an intimate look at overcoming obstacles and the strength found in community support. Some Key Points Covered: • Diagnosed at eight, better than teenage years. • Parents' i...

Dive into Will Power's gripping saga on "Speed Bumps"! From childhood races in Toowoomba to iconic IndyCar victories, discover how Will's indomitable spirit and sheer tenacity propelled him to the pinnacle of motorsport success, despite hurdles that would have sidelined a lesser racer. • Will's early financial hurdles in racing • The stress of uncertainty in motorsport • Transition struggles from...

From Slopes to Stocks: A Writer’s Journey Dive into Morgan Household’s thrilling path from ski racer to financial guru in this episode of Speed Bumps with Charlie Kimball. Discover the man who turns economics into binge-worthy stories and get an insider's view on overcoming life’s avalanches with resilience, wit, and a touch of humor. • Navigating risk in finance and life • Harnessing stress for s...

🚴‍♀️Overcoming Life’s Challenges: A Cyclist’s Journey Join us for an inspiring conversation with Becky Furuta, a professional cyclist who has faced more than her fair share of life’s “speed bumps.” Growing up in a challenging environment, she found her passion in cycling and turned her struggles into strength. Despite being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, she didn’t let that hold her back. Instea...

From the Gridiron to New Horizons: A Vegan Athlete’s Journey of Determination The NFL kicks off their 2024/2025 season next week, so we thought we'd have a former NFL player on Speed Bumps this week! In this episode of Speed Bumps, we sit down with Griff Whalen, a former American football player whose life and career have been defined by his unwavering determination. As a professional athlete, he...

🏁Balancing Passions: A Professor’s Journey from Academia to the Race Track In this episode of Speed Bumps, we dive into the fascinating life of Dr. David Ferguson, a professor who managed to pursue not one, but two lifelong passions—academics and car racing. Growing up with a love for the track, he dreamt of a career in racing, but his love for learning and teaching led him down the path of acade...

Defying the Odds: An Ironman’s Journey from Diagnosis to Triumph In this powerful episode of Speed Bumps, we meet Jay Hewitt, a man who embodies resilience and determination. After being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, many might have seen their dreams of extreme athletic competition slip away—but not Jay. He not only competed in the grueling Ironman triathlons but also became a successful lawyer...

In this inspiring episode of Speed Bumps, we sit down with an exceptional woman leader who has made a significant impact in the male-dominated world of sports. Join us as we delve into her journey, exploring the challenges she faced, the triumphs she achieved, and the lessons she learned along the way. Our guest shares her unique insights on leadership, resilience, and the importance of breaking d...

In this compelling episode of Speed Bumps, we have the honor of interviewing a former racer who faced a life-altering accident but refused to let it halt his career. Join us as we explore his incredible story of resilience, determination, and growth. Our guest opened up about the physical and emotional challenges he endured after the accident and how he turned those obstacles into opportunities fo...

This is the first episode of Speed Bumps with Charlie Kimball. Introducing who I am, where I've been and where I hope to take this podcast! You can find more information about me, Charlie Kimball, at www. Charliekimball.com, on X at www. Twitter.com/charliekimball, on Instagram at www.instagram.com/charliekimball.