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From a Stewards Point of View: John Bornholdt

John Bornholdt, known familiarly as "Johnny B." John was a race steward for more than 50 years starting in 1952 at Sebring. He worked in race series ranging from the SCCA to Formula One. Currently, a member of the SCCA's Professional Court of Appeals, Bornholdt is one of only two people who have been honored with the Wolf Bonato, David Morell, and the SCCA Hall of Fame Awards. He's the founding regional executive of the South Jersey SCCA. Bornholdt worked at virtually all races in the Vineland Speedway road course from 1958 on.
He was steward at the United States Road Racing Championship (USRRC) races, then chairman of stewards for many Can-Am, TransAm, and Formula 5000 races as well as the American steward for Formula One races from 1970 through 1991.
He was series chief steward for the single seat 5-liter Can-Am, and then spent 17 years as series chief steward for the Toyota Atlantic series. He was also a judge for CART and Champ Car. He held various positions in SCCA club racing stewards organizations, including divisional executive steward and director of stewards. He also put in time as a flagger and chief timing and scoring during his career in racing. Bornholdt worked for 45 years at RCA, becoming program manager of large radar projects, retiring in 1996.
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00:00:00 Johnny B's Racing Career
00:02:46 The Role of a Race Steward
00:04:29 Race Organization and Stewards
00:05:04 The 1955 Le Mans Disaster
00:08:51 Protests and Appeals in Racing
00:12:00 Stewards' Decision-Making Process
00:23:09 Training and Selection of Stewards
00:39:06 Humorous Racing Anecdotes
00:48:13 Meeting Rick Gallus
00:48:21 The Circuit Movie Experience
00:48:58 Standing Starts and Rule Changes
00:51:17 Pro Racing vs Club Racing
00:53:48 George Follmer's Accident
00:57:42 The Formula V Protest
01:23:31 The Importance of Timing in Racing
01:25:25 Final Thoughts and Reflections
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This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family - and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.

Screen to Speed No.16: Alexa (@alexavrgirl): Sim Racing, VR, and Content Creation

In Episode 16 of INIT Talks, host Elz Indriani (@elzindriani) sits down with Alexa (@alexavrgirl), a talented sim racer and content creator with a passion for virtual reality (VR) racing. Alexa shares her unique perspective on the immersive world of VR sim racing and how it has transformed her experience on the virtual track.
This episode explores Alexa’s journey into sim racing, her love for VR technology, and how she creates engaging content that inspires others to try this innovative approach to motorsport. She discusses the challenges of racing in VR, the advantages it offers, and how it has helped her stand out in the competitive sim racing and content creation scene.
Whether you’re a fan of sim racing, curious about VR’s potential in motorsport, or interested in content creation, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration. Don’t miss Alexa’s exciting story and her passion for taking racing to a whole new dimension!
So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!
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INIT eSports focuses on sim racing events and digital tournaments. They bring eSports content to fans and sponsorship opportunities to brands, while maximizing audience reach across multiple sports, industries, and platforms. INIT eSports is a woman-led company where Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility is in their DNA, and their platform aims to combat bullying and cheating to help make the eSports world as safe and fair as possible. To learn more, be sure to logon to www.initesports.gg today or follow them on social media @initesports, join their discord, check out their YouTube Channel, or follow their live content via Twitch.
Copyright INIT eSports. This content originally aired on the INIT Talks livestreams via Twitch. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

What Should I Buy? - Corvettes or Porsches? (Part-1)

There are so many automotive rivalries: Ford v Ferrari, Honda v Volkswagen, Chevy v Ford, and the list goes on and on. But there is an extra special one in the sports car and motorsports world, Porsche versus Corvette, both of which recently celebrated their respective 75th and 70th birthdays. And after all this time, is it possible to agree on whether or not the 911 or the Corvette is “thee” every man's sports car. So which is it?
And we’re here to answer that very question with our petrol-head panel to settle yet another What Should I Buy? debate. For the first time as part of this series, our panelists will be focused on a specific set of vehicles. In part one of our two part “Porsche vs Corvette” debate, we’re joined by Mark Shank, our ‘90s expert, along with Corvette owners like William “Big Money” Ross from The Exotic Car Marketplace, Rob Parr from Collector Car Guide, and Rick Hoback from AutoInterests and Hoback Racing … and then expert by way of his work with MECUM Auctions who sells more Corvette’s than anyone else on the planet, and he get to write about them, Don Weberg from Garage Style Magazine!
And like all What Should I Buy (WSIB) episodes… we have some shopping criteria. So get ready folks, it’s time to unbutton your Hawaiian shirt, shine up your gold chains and pull out a fresh pair of new balance sneakers, because we’re gonna talk about Corvettes! And our panel of extraordinary petrol-heads are challenged to find our “first time collector” something that will make their friends go “OH, THAT’S SO YOU” at the next Cars & Coffee. 
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00:00:00 Porsche vs. Corvette Rivalry
00:00:56 Meet the Panelists
00:02:02 History of the Corvette C1
00:08:35 Collectibility and Market Trends of the C1
00:11:24 Transition to the C2
00:12:01 Design and Performance of the C2
00:21:33 Collector Market for the C2
00:26:07 Introduction to the C3
00:39:10 Exploring the C3 Corvette Market
00:39:46 Modifying the C3: Aftermarket Options
00:42:15 Trans Am vs. Corvette: A Value Comparison
00:44:01 The Missing 1983 Corvette and the Rise of the C4
00:45:07 C4 Corvette: Versatility and Market Value
00:52:31 C5 Corvette: Evolution and Track Performance
01:10:01 C6 Corvette: Design and Market Trends
01:15:07 The LS3 Engine Update and Magneto Suspension
01:16:23 Grand Sport Market Trends
01:18:52 C7 Corvette: A Design Departure
01:21:37 C8 Corvette: The Mid-Engine Revolution
01:25:32 Corvette's Evolution and Market Value
01:40:54 Daily Driver Debate: C7 vs. C8
01:47:41 Conclusion and Future Episodes
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This episode is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), learn about how you can enter to win a brand new Corvette! As well as MECUM Auctions, the largest reseller of Corvettes in the country.

Drive Thru News #47 - The $50,000 Millennial Gray Challenge

Episode #47 of the Drive Thru! Break/Fix podcast's monthly news episode containing automotive, motorsports and random car-adjacent news. We celebrate the GTM, Break/Fix Podcast and MPN Anniversary with a summer special, and try and beat the $50,000 challenge. Can we find something interesting to daily drive for less than 50K, in millennial gray?
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00:00:00 Kicking Off Episode 47
00:01:30 Cybertruck Woes
00:09:01 The $50,000 Car Challenge
00:26:21 Volkswagen, Porsche, and Audi News
00:35:59 McLaren's SUV Ambitions
00:36:13 Debating the McLaren SUV
00:37:41 Vigilante 4x4s and the Grand Wagoneer
00:41:59 Ford's New Offerings and the Capri Controversy
00:47:52 Mazda's Inline Six and the SUV Debate
00:56:02 Tesla Troubles and Cybertruck Criticisms
01:07:13 Lotus Evija's Goodwood Mishap
01:09:07 Biodiesel and Poop Burning RVs
01:10:56 Radial Aircraft Engine on a Beetle
01:11:51 Uncool Wall Nominee: Myers Motors NMG
01:13:12 Bentley Continental GT Speed
01:22:34 Florida Man Games
01:24:25 Motorsports News and Events
01:37:36 Podcast Announcements and Wrap-Up
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Cretanous Cars Sent from God

Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel.
Joined by his high school friend Mark, they discuss an amusing incident involving rescuing a stuck car on a sandy road. They dive into a detailed description of Jon’s recent vacation in Greece, including his experiences driving on the challenging roads of Crete, car rental stories, and reflecting on the local automotive culture. The conversation also touches on music, specifically the band Monster Magnet, and the importance of mediated experiences in motorsport. The episode concludes with personal anecdotes and humorous observations about dog ownership.
Monster Magnet - Cyclone 
Stuck in sand; J saves the day with plenty of right foot
Monster Magnet - Dig That Hole
A digression on Monster Magnet 
Monster Magnet - Negasonic Teenage Warhead
J’s digression on Corgis
J’s Lidar podcast and David Beckham's boot
J’s Nvidia Gixxer
M reviews Cretan geography and culture 
M’s Toyota Aygo rental
Lee Car UK’s Citroen C1 / Toyota Aygo/ Peugeot 107 buyers guide
M’s Guide To Driving on Crete
Cretan driving etiquette 
Monster Magnet - Space Lord
J’s digression on his uh creative process
Summers & Son Used Car Trading Infomercial
J justifies the rambling style of the pod, Motor Sports As A Mediated Experience
Monster Magnet - Wall of Fire
M’s Drink Driving advice for Crete
M on Cretan Goats
M on Cretan Japanese Pick ups
The House of Three Fiestas
Monster Magnet - Gods and Punks
M compares roads to San Remo Rally stages; nonetheless recommends driving in Crete
M recommends against budget car rental agencies in Crete
M’s Santorini rental drop off story
Monster Magnet - Dinosaur Vacuum
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Pit Stop: Petrol Heads of a Certain Age (with Bobby Parks)

We're celebrating this mid-summer Throwback Thursday with a return to Season 2, when we chatted about all things Drag Racing and LS-swapping the world, with Bobby Parks aka "The Black Nasty" on this Pit Stop Minisode. 
Want to get access to this kind of bonus content early? Then be sure to check out our VIP packages over on Patreon.
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00:00 Dream Cars and Drag Racing
01:15 Iconic Posters and Childhood Memories
02:14 The LS Engine Debate
07:40 Electric Cars in Drag Racing
08:24 Front Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive Innovations
11:05 Brand Loyalty and Engine Swaps
13:00 Conclusion and GTM Information
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Ryan & Doug - The Steering Committee (Crossover)

From vintage treasures to the cutting-edge marvels of modern engineering, our guests take you on a captivating ride, sharing insights, experiences, and the unspoken camaraderie that unites enthusiasts worldwide. Whether you're a seasoned gearhead or simply captivated by the allure of a well-crafted automobile, their show invites you to buckle up and join a community that celebrates the timeless love affair between man and machine.
For over 4 years, the hum of engines and the allure of the open road have met in a thrilling conversation about cars and car culture. Ryan Bahrke & Doug Fogler are the automotive aficionados behind The Steering Committee podcast. On their show they navigate the twists and turns of the automotive world, delving into the soul-stirring stories behind classic cars, the latest innovations in automotive technology, and the vibrant tapestry of car culture.
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00:00 Meet Ryan and Doug from Steering Committee
01:50 The Origin Story of Steering Committee
02:54 Early Car Experiences and Influences
10:05 Poster Cars and Childhood Dreams
14:58 Debating Iconic Cars: F40 vs. 959
18:15 Dream Cars of the 80s
31:50 The Steering Committee Podcast
33:47 The Philosophy Behind the Podcast
34:11 Balancing Day Jobs and Passion for Cars
34:24 Meeting Influential Figures in the Car World
34:50 The Joy of Podcasting and Building a Community
35:30 Unexpected Opportunities and Memorable Guests
39:42 Surprising Stories from Guests
49:57 Bucket List Guests and Aspirations
54:56 Rocky Mountain Car Culture
01:03:15 Future Plans and Shoutouts
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Screen to Speed No.15: Elz Indriani: Sim Racer, Content Creator, and Streamer

In a special twist for Episode 15 of INIT Talks, Yvonne Houffelaar (@Yvonne_Houffelaar) takes over hosting duties to interview the usual host, Elz Indriani (@elzindriani)! As the guest this time, Elz shares her journey as a passionate sim racer, content creator, and streamer, giving fans a closer look at the person behind the microphone.
This episode dives into Elz’s experiences in sim racing, from her early days on the virtual track to becoming a prominent voice in the community. She discusses her approach to content creation, the challenges of streaming, and her passion for inspiring others to explore the world of motorsport and sim racing.
Whether you’ve followed Elz as a host or are discovering her story for the first time, this episode offers a unique and personal perspective on her career, her love for racing, and her drive to build a more inclusive community in motorsport. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to get to know Elz Indriani like never before!
So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!
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INIT eSports focuses on sim racing events and digital tournaments. They bring eSports content to fans and sponsorship opportunities to brands, while maximizing audience reach across multiple sports, industries, and platforms. INIT eSports is a woman-led company where Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility is in their DNA, and their platform aims to combat bullying and cheating to help make the eSports world as safe and fair as possible. To learn more, be sure to logon to www.initesports.gg today or follow them on social media @initesports, join their discord, check out their YouTube Channel, or follow their live content via Twitch.
Copyright INIT eSports. This content originally aired on the INIT Talks livestreams via Twitch. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

Revving Up Retirement: "Senior Moment" Film Critique (EILFM Crossover)

After drag racing his vintage convertible around Palm Springs, a retired NASA test pilot loses his license. Forced to take public transportation, he meets Caroline and learns to navigate love and life again.
Steve & Izzy from Everything I Learned from Movies Podcast return to join us in reviewing the 2021 Film "Senior Moment" starring William Shatner, Jean Smart & Christopher Lloyd.
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00:00:00 Movie Review Begins: Senior Moment00:01:10 Introducing the Cast and Crew00:02:05 Plot Breakdown and Key Scenes00:03:31 Analyzing the Characters and Performances00:05:39 Humor and Highlights00:07:32 Driving Test and Legal Troubles00:10:40 Romantic Subplot and Cuckoo Clock Mystery00:14:45 Training Montage and Cuckoo Cafe00:17:33 Final Thoughts and Observations00:46:10 A Hilarious Third Grade Story00:46:34 The Auction and the Tortoise Photograph00:46:57 The Love Story of the Car00:47:44 High on the Roof: A Senior Moment00:48:44 Track Day at the BMW Test Track00:53:02 The Cuckoo Clock Cafe00:54:20 A Realistic Romance Scene00:56:55 The Grocery Store Encounter00:59:19 The Golf Course and Spa Mystery00:59:59 The Big Reveal: Family Ties01:08:07 The Heart Attack and the Car Chase01:13:40 The Final Driving Test01:15:43 The Happy Ending and the Porsche01:19:16 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
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DeeAnn Hopings' view from the Grandstands

You’ve seen it time and time again, our infamous “Yellow Card” and it’s motto “EveryONE Has a Story” but tonight we get to reinforce that sentiment because we’re joined by a racing super-fan that has literally crossed the country following their passion for motorsports for nearly 70 years. We’re joined by motorsports enthusiast DeeAnn Hopings to tell us about racing history, with a view from the many Grandstands they’ve watched from. 
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00:00:00 Meet DeeAnn Hopings: A Racing Super Fan00:00:53 Early Racing Memories in Toledo00:02:46 Evolution of Racing and Technology00:03:07 Racing Adventures Beyond Toledo00:05:37 The New York Racing Scene00:09:56 Mechanical Engineering and Racing00:12:47 The Fan Experience and Motorsport Dynamics00:30:17 Celebrity Encounters in Racing00:34:06 Reflections on Racing Legends00:37:39 The Problem with Driver Development in Europe00:38:12 Diversity in Motorsport: Challenges and Opportunities00:39:35 The Importance of Recognizing the Team Behind the Drivers00:43:19 Personal Experiences on the Track00:45:59 From New England to California: A Journey Through Car Culture00:48:59 A Passion for Unique Cars00:56:57 Dream Race Cars and Bucket List Races01:01:06 The Golden Era of Racing01:03:52 Shout Outs and Promotions
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Screen to Speed No.14: Aloo Gobi: From Sim Racing to Winning on the Real Track

In Episode 14 of INIT Talks, host Elz Indriani (@elzindriani) sits down with Aloo Gobi (@aloo__gobi), a talented sim racer who recently made headlines by winning her first-ever real-life race in the Formula Vee in Canada! Aloo shares her incredible journey from the virtual tracks of sim racing to the adrenaline-filled world of real-life motorsport.
This episode dives into Aloo’s transition from sim racing to real-world racing, the challenges she faced along the way, and how her sim racing experience helped prepare her for the track. She also reflects on her groundbreaking victory and the lessons she’s learned in both virtual and real-life motorsport, inspiring others to chase their dreams.
Whether you’re a sim racing fan, an aspiring driver, or just love stories of perseverance and triumph, this episode is packed with inspiration and insights from Aloo’s unique perspective. Don’t miss this exciting conversation about turning virtual skills into real-world success!
So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!
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INIT eSports focuses on sim racing events and digital tournaments. They bring eSports content to fans and sponsorship opportunities to brands, while maximizing audience reach across multiple sports, industries, and platforms. INIT eSports is a woman-led company where Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility is in their DNA, and their platform aims to combat bullying and cheating to help make the eSports world as safe and fair as possible. To learn more, be sure to logon to www.initesports.gg today or follow them on social media @initesports, join their discord, check out their YouTube Channel, or follow their live content via Twitch.
Copyright INIT eSports. This content originally aired on the INIT Talks livestreams via Twitch. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

The Trouble with Howard (Lee Anne Patterson)

With over 25 years of experience in motorsports, our guest has worked on projects like being Promotions Director for Sonoma Raceway,  Series Director for Carroll Shelby, and a Team Owner and Team Manager in IndyCar, running full seasons for many years including the famed Indy 500. And she also worked in Radio producing and voice commercials!  
Lee Anne Patterson now owns a boutique promotions agency working with select clients that have stories to tell. But she’s also produced her first children’s book “The Trouble with Howard” based on the real-life story of Howard and Anita Millican. And she’s here to tell us all about her automotive and motorsports journey.
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00:00 Meet Leanne Patterson01:20 LeeAnne's Early Career in Motorsports02:02 Transition to Promotions Director at Sears Point03:55 Working with Carroll Shelby07:55 Challenges and Triumphs in Racing16:08 Women in Motorsports21:21 LeeAnne's IndyCar Era28:40 Breaking Stereotypes in Motorsport29:52 The Importance of Sponsorship31:49 Challenges and Misconceptions36:34 Running a Motorsport Team45:01 The Journey to Becoming an Author46:23 The Trouble with Howard: A Children's Book51:38 Advice for Aspiring Racers52:27 Future Plans and Final Thoughts
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