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On episode 211 of Inside the SCCA presented by RaceSchool.com, we connect Ted Burns. Ted is a Formula F driver and he is among a group of people working to grow the class. Back in the day Formula Ford was crazy popular. Over the years that popularity has diminished in the US. That was reflected in SCCA's decision to change the way the small open wheel classes qualified for the Runoffs. It was...

On episode 210 of Inside the SCCA presented by RaceSchool.com, we re-connect Nicole Havrda. Since we last talked with Nicole she's competed in the Indian Racing League, she tested in Spain with the F1 Academy, and she won the Formula Pro Winter and Formula Pro USA Championships. We'll talk about what it takes to race all over the world. Partners - A big thank you to our partners who help m...

On episode 209 of Inside the SCCA presented by RaceSchool.com, we celebrate the premier of the 5th season of Inside the SCCA with someone I've wanted on the show for a long time. Andy Lally's roots are in the SCCA. He used that foundation to build one of the greatest Sports Car racing careers of all time. Now Andy is embarking on a new chapter as President of Trans Am series. We talk about...

On episode 208 of Inside the SCCA presented by RaceSchool.com, we take a sneak peek into what's ahead for the 2025 Virtual SCCA Convention. My guest is Abby Scher -- she's one of the masterminds behind the convention and we look at some of this year's don't miss sessions. We dig into the convention theme -- "Invite". Partners - A big thank you to our partners who help mak...

On episode 207 of Inside the SCCA presented by RaceSchool.com, we take a sneak peek into what's ahead for the 2025 Hoosier Racing Tire SCCA Super Tour. My announcing partner Gregg Ginsberg and DriversEye Live's Brendan Kaczmarek join me to talk about some of the rules changes and what will be new for this year's live race coverage. We also remember two friends who we lost this year. Partners - A b...

On episode 206 of Inside the SCCA presented by RaceSchool.com, we go in depth on what to do with your car after a big wreck. The decision-making process on repairing a car versus starting fresh. Our guest is Ryan Gutile. He had a big wreck at the Runoffs and had that choice. Did he build or rebuild? How did he come to that decision? Now that he's done would he make the same decision again? We'll a...

On episode 205 of Inside the SCCA presented by RaceSchool.com, we connect Bill Skibbe. Bill is one of the cornerstones of the Hoosier Racing Tire SCCA Super Tour staff. He helps keep the timing and scoring team running like a fine Swiss watch. A 44-year member hailing from the Houston Region, Bill Skibbe was presented with the John McGill Award. This award is presented annually in recognition for...

Inside ChampCar is the weekly deep dive into the TireRack.com ChampCar Endurance Series. Hosted by veteran sports broadcaster and producer Brian Bielanski and ChampCar's director of marketing, Bill Strong. We will discuss the races and their happenings each week and talk with team owners, drivers, and crew. Episodes are released every Thursday morning on the Racing Wire Podcast Network on your fav...

On episode 204 of Inside the SCCA presented by RaceSchool.com, we're going to take a look at SCCA's Club Spec program. We now have a year of knowledge, and we'll catch up on how the class is evolving with the benefit of that knowledge. Blair Deffenbaugh is our guest... he drove a Club Spec MX-5 to a 4th place finish at this year's Solo Nationals... he'll get us up to speed with what we need to kno...

On this episode of Inside ChampCar we connect with Dave Tuaty. We talk about how to get around Sebring fast and how to keep out of trouble. Inside ChampCar is the weekly deep dive into the TireRack.com ChampCar Endurance Series. Hosted by veteran sports broadcaster and producer Brian Bielanski and ChampCar's director of marketing, Bill Strong. We will discuss the races and their happenings each we...

On episode 203 of Inside the SCCA presented by RaceSchool.com, we go right to the source to get the answer to the burning question... is Spec Miata dead? Mazda Motorsports Josh Smith and the Spec Mazda Advisory Committee (SMAC) chair Sean Hedrick join me to talk about the health and long-term view of one of the most popular classes in the history of the SCCA... Spec Miata. What is Mazda's commitme...

One episode 142 of Inside ChampCar we're joined by Joe Shuryan and David Cimba. The guys work for Ford Performance supporting Ford's NASCAR teams. They both have a family history of racing. They race in other disciplines, and we talk about it all. Inside ChampCar is the weekly deep dive into the TireRack.com ChampCar Endurance Series. Hosted by veteran sports broadcaster and producer Brian Bielans...

On episode 202 of Inside the SCCA presented by RaceSchool.com, we go to school with Larry Mason. Larry is one of the instructors at the Fast Lane Racing School. He has a vast knowledge of what it takes to go fast and how to teach that to drivers at every level. He's worked with the young, the fast and the famous! I learned a lot and I think you will too! Partners - A big thank you to our partners...

This week on episode 141 of Inside ChampCar we talked with endurance racer Mike Helm. His roots are in MR2s... now he gets behind the wheel of a Porsche Boxter. Inside ChampCar is the weekly deep dive into the TireRack.com ChampCar Endurance Series. Hosted by veteran sports broadcaster and producer Brian Bielanski and ChampCar's director of marketing, Bill Strong. We will discuss the races and the...

On episode 201 of Inside the SCCA presented by RaceSchool.com, we reconnect with Kamden Hibbitt. Kamden is a rising star in the road racing world. He's a Mazda factory driver and he drives for Williams E-Sports in the Prodigy P3 Championship. We'll talk about what it takes to get noticed as a young racer and learn a little from his experience. Partners - A big thank you to our partners who help ma...

On Episode 140 of Inside ChampCar... motorsports Photographer Tom Beers joins us. Inside ChampCar is the weekly deep dive into the TireRack.com ChampCar Endurance Series. Hosted by veteran sports broadcaster and producer Brian Bielanski and ChampCar's director of marketing, Bill Strong. We will discuss the races and their happenings each week and talk with team owners, drivers, and crew. Episodes...

On episode 200 of Inside the SCCA presented by RaceSchool.com, we reconnect once again with SCCA President/CEO Mike Cobb. We will talk about the recent changes in club racing classes and as is always the case we'll talk about the success from the last year and what is ahead for 2025. Partners - A big thank you to our partners who help make Inside the SCCA possible! FastLane ⁠RaceSchool.com ⁠ | Fas...

On episode 139 of Inside ChampCar we connect with AJ and Rebecca Jackson. The Jackson's join us to discuss racing opportunities for military veterans and first responders. Inside ChampCar is the weekly deep dive into the TireRack.com ChampCar Endurance Series. Hosted by veteran sports broadcaster and producer Brian Bielanski and ChampCar's director of marketing, Bill Strong. We will discuss the ra...

On episode 199 of Inside the SCCA presented by RaceSchool.com, we reconnect with 3-time SCCA National Champion Danny Steyn. He was in a huge wreck during qualifying at the Runoffs this year. After multiple surgeries he's healing up and hoping to get back to racing. We'll talk about what he's learned from the experience... and in turn... what we can learn as well. This is an episode I'm so glad we...

Inside ChampCar Andrew Sides joins us after his crash at Atlanta Motorsports Park. Inside ChampCar is the weekly deep dive into the TireRack.com ChampCar Endurance Series. Hosted by veteran sports broadcaster and producer Brian Bielanski and ChampCar's director of marketing, Bill Strong. We will discuss the races and their happenings each week and talk with team owners, drivers, and crew. Episodes...

On episode 198 of Inside the SCCA presented by RaceSchool.com, we reconnect with SCCA's Road Racing Worker of the Year in Scrutineering. Shelby Robbins has made her mark in a very short time with the club. From first timer to Worker of the Year in less than a year. We'll hear her story and talk about what the future holds for this rising star. Partners - A big thank you to our partners who help ma...

On episode 197 of Inside the SCCA presented by RaceSchool.com, we reconnect with SCCA's youngest ever National Champion. 15-year Old Ethan Goulart. Ethan won his first gold medal in one of the most competitive classes in all of motorsports... Spec Miata. This young driver is a future star and it's a conversation you won't want to miss. Partners - A big thank you to our partners who help make Insid...

Greg Kuhn will join Brian and Bill tonight on episode 137 of Inside ChampCar to discuss his team's win in Sunday's 7-hour race at Road America. ChampCar Endurance Series is for people like you who have always wanted to go road racing without all the hassles, huge rulebook, or obscene expense. All you need is a valid driver's license, some safety gear, and a race car, which you can rent from arrive...

THIS WEEK ON INSIDE THE SCCA: On episode 195 of Inside the SCCA presented by RaceSchool.com we catch up with Amy Mills. Amy has competed at the Runoffs for more than a decade... she's also a nutritionist. We talk about her racing career and she imparts some wisdom on how to get race fit. We go over some great ideas for getting into shape, or getting into better shape for 2025! Partners - A big tha...

On Episode 136 of Inside ChampCar -- Paul Veltum joins Brian and Bill to discuss Road America and we have some big news about the 2025 season. ChampCar Endurance Series is for people like you that have always wanted to go road racing without all the hassles, huge rulebook, or obscene expense. All you need is a valid driver's license, some safety gear, and a race car, which you can rent from arrive...