BREAK/FIX the Motorsports & Vehicle Enthusiast Variety Show

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 Introduction to Brake Fix Podcast
01:01 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
 

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 Introduction to Grand Touring Motorsports00:00:22 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

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 Introduction to Grand Touring Motorsports00:00:29 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

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 Introduction to BreakFix Podcast00:27 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

Evening With A Legend: Jim Busby

Evening With A Legend is a series of presentations exclusive to Legends of the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans giving us an opportunity to bring a piece of Le Mans to you. By sharing stories and highlights of the big event, you get a chance to become part of the Legend of Le Mans with guests from different eras of over 100 years of racing.
In 1978, Jim Busby debut in the Le Mans 24H in a Porsche 935 from Kremer Racing, and finished in 6th position overall. His enduring association with BFGoodrich began with the 1982 Le Mans 24H when his Porsche 924 Carrera GTR won the GT class using BFG's road-specification tires; and they remain his sponsors and tire suppliers during his 1984 return to Le Mans with a Group C2 Lola-Mazda. In subsequent seasons he concentrated on managing the team, and perhaps his finest victory came in the 1989 Daytona 24H when John Andretti, Bob Wollek and Derek Bell shared the win in the Miller High Life Porsche 962. Jim sold his team in 1990, and move on to other projects and racing. Busby himself may not admit it, but he is regarded as one of the worlds best Porsche specialists from the 1970s and 80s. Jim now spends his time in Newport Beach, California with his wife.
This Evening With A Legend was hosted by David Spitzer from the ACO USA.
To learn more about or to become a member of the ACO USA, look no further than www.lemans.org, Click on English in the upper right corner and then click on the ACO members tab for Club Offers. Once you become a Member you can follow all the action on the Facebook group ACOUSAMembersClub; and become part of the Legend with future Evening With A Legend meet ups.
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00:00 Introduction to 'Evening with the Legend'
00:34 Jim Busby's Early Racing Career
00:44 Jim's Association with BFGoodrich
01:04 Jim's Notable Victories and Team Management
01:32 Introduction of Host David Spitzer
02:22 Jim Busby's First Le Mans Experience
04:18 The Mystique and Danger of Le Mans
05:13 Building a Winning Team for Le Mans
07:47 The Unique Experience of Racing at Le Mans
12:51 The Importance of Staying Out of the Pits
13:35 The Le Mans Experience Beyond the Racetrack
16:27 BFGoodrich and the Journey to Le Mans
17:54 The Challenges of Racing with BFGoodrich Tires
22:49 The 1982 Le Mans Controversy
24:41 The Kramer Brothers' Racing Legacy
25:11 Qualifying Drama and Engine Troubles
26:06 Rebuilding the Engine in the Rain
27:31 Winning Against All Odds
28:07 The Importance of Porsche
29:42 Le Mans Politics and American Teams
30:17 Excitement for Le Mans 2023
31:27 Challenges of Racing at Le Mans
32:50 Reflections on Racing and Politics
37:00 Co-Drivers and Racing Stories
43:10 Innovations and Hot Rod Culture
45:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Screen to Speed No.13: Bell Wells (@StormMalina): Sim Racing and Streaming with iRacing

In Episode 13 of INIT Talks, host Elz Indriani (@elzindriani) welcomes Bell Wells (@Stormmalina), a passionate sim racer and streamer specializing in iRacing. Bell shares her journey into the world of competitive sim racing and how she’s built an engaging online presence while mastering one of the most realistic racing simulators.
This episode delves into Bell’s experiences in the virtual racing community, from honing her skills on iRacing to connecting with fans through her streams. She discusses the challenges and rewards of balancing competitive racing with content creation, offering insights into how she keeps her audience entertained while pursuing her racing goals.
Whether you’re an iRacing enthusiast, a streamer, or someone inspired by stories of passion and perseverance, this episode is packed with motivation and valuable tips. Don’t miss this exciting conversation with StormMalina, as she shares her love for racing and her vision for the future of sim racing.
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.

TL:DR - Retro Test Drive - Renault R5 Turbo II

For this particular Retro Test Drive, They say, "never drive your heroes" ... but when someone approaches you and says "I need you to run an errand for me, and please take my car" - then hands you an odd looking set of keys which unlocks a gateway to the past, its really hard to say no.
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00:00 Introduction to Grand Touring Motorsports
00:22 Retro Test Drive: Renault R5 Turbo II
01:00 First Impressions and Historical Context
02:58 Design and Engineering of the R5
06:15 Driving Experience and Performance
08:26 Final Verdict and Conclusion
09:22 Closing Remarks and Future Content

What if there was no sound? (An audio journey in Motorsports)

Can you imagine a world where "ladies and gentlemen ... start your engines" doesn't have the same meaning as it used to? Many of our guests when asked the Pit Stop question, "What would be different once the evolution has taken hold?" Their overwhelming consensus is the lack of sound, which begs the question: What if there was no sound in racing?
In this special episode of Break Fix, we take you, our loyal listener, on an audio journey through an entire race weekend at Road Atlanta and explore all the different ways that sound influences the race experience.
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00:00 Introduction to Grand Touring Motorsports
00:32 The Importance of Sound in Racing
01:00 Electric Cars and the Future of Racing Sound
01:20 Memorable Racing Sounds
01:39 A Journey Through Road Atlanta
14:30 Race Day Preparations
14:45 The Motul Racing Lab
28:11 The Race Begins
38:12 The Final Laps
40:20 Reflecting on the Future of Motorsports
42:17 Conclusion and Call to Action

Screen to Speed No.12: Jess (@Jessgames95): Sim Racing, Commentary, and F1 2024

In Episode 12 of INIT Talks, host Elz Indriani (@elzindriani) is joined by Jess (@Jessgames95), a skilled sim racer and commentator with a passion for F1 2024. Jess shares her unique journey in the sim racing world, balancing competitive gameplay with her role as a commentator, offering an insider’s perspective on the racing community.
This episode dives into Jess’s experiences as a voice of the sport, from analyzing high-stakes races to connecting with fans through her engaging commentary. She also discusses her love for sim racing, how F1 2024 continues to challenge and inspire her, and her goals to elevate the racing scene while supporting other enthusiasts.
Whether you’re a fan of Formula 1, enjoy sim racing, or want to learn more about the art of sports commentary, this episode is packed with insights, personal stories, and tips from a rising star in the F1 gaming community. Tune in for an exciting conversation with Jessgames95!
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.

Hawkwind & The History of Lidar

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.
Hawkwind -Master of the Universe
An Introduction to Lidar, by someone who can’t remember what the acronym stands for
Wisk, the flying car people
Tristram Shandy
The Presenter, Rafael Fors
Data point capture and the measure of the rate of progress. 44k to 12.5 million is the corrected, key data point I got wrong (go me!)
J saw the rise of Nvidia coming, thanks to researching robot cars
David Beckham’s football boot as a metaphor, Valeo is the boot not the player
Top Trumps slide on the performance
Foxconn and the coming Chinese EV invasion
Valeo Scala 3
Hawkwind - Moonglum (chorus)
Audi’s 15 year built in obsolesense
Hawkwind - Spirit of the Age
A digression on Audi’s fake exhausts
BMW design has badly lost it’s way
Hawkwind - The Right to Decide
Hawkwind - Psy Power
Scala 2’s wash wipe looks like the ones on J and M’s 1990 Ford Sierra Ghia
A stupid question?
Waymo a user?
Hawkwind - Moonglum (solo)
Conclusions: the true value of Lidar, and a prediction of flying cars
Hawkwind - Spirit of the Age