Dirt Track Confessions: Recent Episodes
Mandee Pauch Mahaney
Welcome to Dirt Track Confessions, hosted by Mandee Pauch Mahaney. On this podcast you'll find a variety of episodes from untold racing stories, confessions, interviews, tips, marketing, business, and inspiration. All things dirt track racing with an unparalleled perspective from a dirt track racing family.
You don't have to be the elephant in the room to be seen, you can be as tiny as a mosquito and make a massive ripple effect.
You know the voice, you've heard the voice... but do you REALLY know who the voice is!? This weeks episode we have on special guest, Johnny Gibson, the voice behind the World of Outlaw Sprint Cars! He unveils all kinds of incredible insight of how he got his famed announcing gig, life on the road, never missing a race (OVER 2K STRAIGHT RACES!!) how he prepares race to race and so much more!
Would you rather be a lion or a sheep? If you said sheep, this episode is for you. 8 tips on how to have a no limits mindset!
Former UFC Ring Girl, Brittney Palmer, lands a massive role in an upcoming action pack film in the racing world! Get to know Brittney and learn more about the motion picture that has shaken up the dirt modified scene!
Ever wondered what it's like being a female reporter in the sports industry? How about the racing industry? Hannah Newhouse sits down with us on this weeks Dirt Track Confessions episode to share with us her journey, the highs and lows and the struggles she faces as a female reporter.
You hear me talk about improving oneself all the time. This time I have a new tool to share with you that I've added to my toolbox! It's quick, easy and very effective. Something you can start implementing tonight!
Michael Rigsby, the creator of dirtondirt.com and now the brains behind the dirt track racing world of FloRacing shares his journey, his insights, behind the scenes of the broadcast world, and his biggest tips on building your presence in the racing world.
Whether you're an entrepreneur or you're looking at getting your feet wet at it, this episode is for you. My seven top tips on how to help build yourself both personally and professionally.
The mastermind behind the USAC Racings circle track circuits we all know and love - Kirk Spridgeon. Listen in as he shares how he got to where he is today, what it takes, creating the perfect experience for their drivers and fans, life on the road with three different circuits, how top drivers all over the country all stem back to them... and so much more!
I'm going to let you in on a little secret of the one thing that is your greatest weakness, the one thing that is holding you back from the life you dream of. Plus action steps to help you take back control.
From a small-town in Canada to the big leagues of racing in North Carolina. How did she get here? Listen in to this weeks episode where we sat down with the wife of Kevin Rumley, engineering consultant and mastermind, Jacqueline Rumley as she shares her life story and how this power couple has made it to the top in the late model world.
You know those days when it seems like you can't even claw your way out? One bad thing leads to another? Tune into todays podcast where Mandee shares one of her bad days with you and what helped her snap out of it!
The corporation that spearheads some of the nations largest racing series' such as the World of Outlaw Sprint Cars, World of Outlaw Late Models, Super DIRTcar Series and several more... have you ever wondered HOW they do it? What their secret formula is? How they make the decisions they make and piece it all together to give us the greatest show on dirt? Well, this weeks episode we sat down with Jeff Hacmann, executive director of operations at World Racing Group, as he shares ALL the things you likely don't know...
You know that woman who is always hanging with the guys, the woman who is always being talked about or maybe the woman who is getting sh*t done? This episode is for her.
Guys, you can listen in too!
Do you ever wonder how people end up where they are? Most importantly, how in the world did they get there? This weeks Dirt Track Confessions episode we sat down with Ashley Deihl Stremme, wife of David Stremme, and we discussed all the highs and lows and in-betweens. All the goal setting, trials and tribulations that got them to where they are today and most importantly - where they are heading!
It always seems impossible until it's done. So, how do we make the impossible...possible!? I'll tell you how...
Join us as we sit down with the man who started it all, Brandon Planck, as he shares the process of starting his shock business and becoming one of (if not THE) top shock and suspension business in the northeast. Family run and operated!
Do you feel like all you're doing is making sacrifices to get to wherever it is you want to go? If so, this episode is for you.
We had the opportunity to catch up with Jillian Gravel, wife of World of Outlaw Sprint Car driver David Gravel, as she shares what it's like being a new mom, balancing the racers wife life and her career, and why she never went on the road with her husband like most...
A chassis builder and race car driver all in one. From the secrets, to the manufacturers panel, the test and tuning, the upcoming changes, and more. This week Mandee and Mike sat down with Jerry Higbie as he shares a lot of insight on the current state of racing, how things are going, ways we can improve, ways things may get overlooked... and a LOT more.
The truth comes out! If you don't like me or maybe you think I don't like you... this episode is for you.
Haters, love em or hate em, they're everywhere!
Don't we all wish there were more than 24 hours in a day? Well, I'm going to let you in on a little secret (or two!) that can help give you one extra hour a day into your waking life PLUS preventing the inevitable crash and burn...
Ever wondered what it's like living on the road with the World of Outlaws? This week we sat down with Summer Small, girl friend of World of Outlaw driver Logan Schuchart as she shares the female perspective of the untold famed life... dropping out of school, living year round in a motorhome, being on the road for nine months, the struggles only females deal with, and so much more!!
As we wrap up on yet another year - Mandee wanted to shine some light on some life lessons learned during 2023 that could help you as we head into a new year!
If you enjoyed last weeks episode, this week is going to get even juicier. Join us as we sit down with Brett Deyo - promoter of the Short Track Super Series and discuss making money (& losing money) in the sport, all that needs to be changed, the biggest misconceptions, growing our NE modifieds, major lessons learned after failures, and much more!!
This weeks episode we sat down with the Short Track Super Series promoter, Brett Deyo. Not only is he a series promoter but he also runs three different race tracks, owns his own race team, and much more. What's it like? How does he balance it all? How does he live with the decisions he makes and the effects it has on others? Listen in as we dive deep into the life of Brett Deyo... the highs, the lows and the in-betweens!
Let's be real - we live in a greedy world but enough is enough. It's time we start working together to better our sport. Listen in as Billy and Mandee share some of their top tips PLUS how YOU can play a big role in our sport and can make an impact for the better.
It's unfortunate that for most - wake up calls happen when tragedy strikes. What can we do to prevent that from happening? How can we start living today vs running on the hamster wheel of life?
Do you ever stop and think to yourself - am I living the life I'm supposed to be living? Someone told me they thought I had missed my calling which got my wheels turning... did I?
I'm here to yell you, you are not alone. Hear my top action tip I've been implementing to help you stay on track and stay in line with who YOU really are and are meant to be in this crazy (opinionated) world.
The hot topic that hit the internet these last few weeks - tracks banning left side pan hard bar suspension. Is it right or wrong? What is it's purpose and how will it effect racing?
This week we sit down with Billy Pauch Jr and discuss all the tips and tricks he does to help him prepare for the off season and the steps to set himself and his team up strong for the following race season. Top tips all teams should be doing.
Super DIRT Week 2023 was quite the whirlwind of a week, however, there was a lot more going on then I let you believe... it was something I definitely wasn't sure how to handle.
You know the saying "big fish in a small pond" - nobody likes that person and if you are that person, it's time for some tough love... it's time for a bigger pond my friend.
This weeks episode we sat down with Billy Pauch Jr as he shares his top tips on how he plans for the off season and the season ahead from sponsors, to maintenance, trade shows, publicity, and more.
Seriously though. When it rains, it pours. How does one keep going? How does one keep getting back up after getting knocked down so many times? Listen is as Mike Mahaney shares his most recent setbacks and how he just keeps getting back up and strapping back into his race car.
Do you feel like you're your own worst enemy sometimes? Yeah... me too! In this weeks episode Mandee shares her one top tip she has on taking back control and getting out of your own damn way.
Just when you think you have it all figured out, life likes to throw in a plot twist! In this weeks episode Mandee and Mike sit down and share what it's like living their lifestyle, how they plan it all out a year ahead, and what happens when life likes to toss in some unexpected turn of events... which seems to be more often than not.
Are you feeling like life is a little chaotic right now? Here is my BIGGEST tip for you to help you get through this season.
What do you think of when you think of a professional athlete? Their build? Their stamina? Do you ever wonder what it takes to be a professional race car driver? Have you ever thought about how different a race car drivers daily regimen is from let's say - a basketball players?
Race car drivers are a whole different breed of an athlete. Which has me wondering... can anyone be a race car driver!?
I take a weekend off to go on a bachelorette trip and yet somehow I still manage to piss someone off... Listen in and find out all that went down on this trip and the steps I have taken to be at the point where I just don't give two f*cks anymore and how you can grow that kind of confidence, too!
Do you have people who just don't 'get' you? This episode is for you.
Ever since we were little we've seen the woman standing next to the man. Handing him his helmet, holding the trophy, catching the steering wheel that's being thrown across the trailer, being the shoulder to lean on, the ear to listen, the stabilizing force. Is it healthy? Is it necessary?
Ladies. There's a new generation in town. It's time to break that stigma and blaze your own trail.
What's it like traveling to race in a different country? Listen is as Mandee shares the highs, the lows and all of the juicy takeaways from her visit to Canada where they competed at four different race tracks.
Boy oh boy did I stir up some dust with this one. Listen in as Mandee shares a recent post she made, how it went down, how she handled it, and how she plans on showing up moving forward!
To the racing wives and racing moms out there who do it all - this episode is for you. We'd like you to meet a very special woman. The woman who has been behind Billy Pauch Jr for 18 years now. The woman who helps keep it all together and keep the show running - Michelle Pauch. Join us as we sit down with Michelle and learn how their relationship started, what it's like being married into racing, all that she does, raising their two beautiful children and how she keeps the it all together and the wheels turning!
Ever wondered why people get married or maybe wonder if it actually makes a difference? This weeks episode Mandee and Mike share why their relationship is 30% better after marriage!
This weeks episode we have Mike Mahaney and Alex Stevens joining us where they discuss what it's like being a part of a race team, the pressures, the failures, and relying on your crew to keep you safe and get the job done. Along with some fun stories and tips!
This weeks episode we have two special guests - Emelie Sauve Raabe and Allicyn Stoutner. They sit down with Mandee and talk about how they all met each other, their first impressions, what its like being involved in the sport as a female, controversies, going into labor on a race weekend, being in the spotlight, and so much more. This is a juicy one that will get you laughing!
Todays episode Mandee shares her top 8 tips for anyone who wants to run a successful media business.
If you've been following our journey over the last few years you may have picked up on some controversy that occurred in 2021 which then led into 2022. Now fast forward to 2023 and much discussion, Mike Mahaney and the 35 team have signed the contract to go back as a Platinum driver with the Super DIRTcar Series. Now, what exactly does a 'platinum' driver consist of and what exactly is on the contract the drivers sign? Listen in as Mike and Mandee share all!
Mike and Mandee's relationship isn't your everyday normal relationship. So - how do they make it work? How do they find that work/life balance? Listen in as they share tips on what works for them, what could work for you - and some things that should be left in the dust!
Have you ever heard of the 'AITA' over on reddit? If not - well, you aren't alone. On this weeks Dirt Track Confessions podcast we read some stories where people ask if they are the ass hole in their current situation and what to do about it!
That's right. I got hate messages - from several different platforms, from several different people. I only share it with you today to remind you that you are in control of what you give energy to. You do not have to fuel any fire you don't wish to, and every time you do, you waste the precious beauty inside you. Enjoy this weeks episode of my crazy haters.
Join us as we sit down with Billy Pauch and chat about some current hot topics that are buzzing through the pits at the races!
I'm done living in the past. I'm done reminiscing of the 'good 'ol days' - It's time to be here now and to become the best version of ourselves. Listen in as Mande share her top 4 habits that you can start doing today to help you become your best self!
This weeks episode we had a little fun and turned the tables. The conversations get spicy where we talk about first kisses, racing memories, tips for newcomers in racing, nip slips, sex, drugs and...race cars!
Do you battle with mental health? If so, this may be an eye opening episode for you to relate to as I share my personal stories and overcomings and how it has impacted my life.
This episode we bring you a back story on how and why Billy Pauch started his racing school back in the 80s, how it benefited not only himself but top drivers in the industry and the sport and how new up and coming drivers can learn...
This episode we turned the table and heard from our fans and their most embarrassing race track stories.
This episode we turned the table and heard from our fans and their most embarrassing race track stories.
Billy Pauch Jr and Mike Mahaney sat down with us this week and talked about the heroes and villains in racing, balancing different personalities from drivers to owners to fans mixed in with the various ego fluffing. How do they balance them all week in and week out and still have success in their racing careers?
Join us as we sit down with a good friend of ours on this weeks episode! We talk about what it was like from being a fan in the stands to being part of the racing family he looked up to. The different perspectives it brings, the funny stories that were never told and more!
We sat down with Billy Pauch and asked one BIG question - 'why hasn't he told the racing world how it really is?' He's since slowed down his racing career massively in 2022 - so why hasn't he let the skeletons out of the closet yet?
Have you ever wondered what it was like growing up in the spotlight as a kid? Or maybe ever wondered what kind of side effects they may have growing up? Listen in to this weeks podcast episode on Dirt Track Confessions as Mandee Pauch Mahaney and Jordon Cox talk about their experiences growing up in the racing industry.
We did a freestyle episode this week where Mandee talks about past grudges, her experience with a high school mean girl and how that ties into a recent racing banquet... you know the saying 'don't let anyone rent space in your head' - she covers just that and more!
This weeks podcast episode on Dirt Track Confessions we sit down and discuss how live streaming works, how the tracks may benefit or may not benefit, what our thoughts are and if it's at all worth it in the end...
Mandee and Alli sit down and have some girl talk as they dive into all things racing from how they met, how Alli got into racing, how to get your lady into it, the drama and cliques that come with racing, some super juicy stories and much more!
This week Mandee dives into the topic of other peoples opinions and how to overcome them. Should you take it or should you leave it? And most importantly, whose opinions matter most to get you to where YOU want to go.
You know the saying ' if you build it they will come' - Well on this weeks episode Mandee sits down with Mike Mahaney and Billy Pauch Jr as they discuss what they think makes the most ideal race track and what some tracks may or may not be overlooking!
Listen in as Mandee shares her experience of being a judge for the Ms Motorsports Pageant, all it entails, and the pros and cons of competing!
Ever watch a driver as they celebrate after a big or maybe a 'not so big' win? Have you ever thought of all of the trials and tribulations that got them to that winners circle? Listen in to this weeks podcast episode on Dirt Track Confessions as Mike Mahaney sits down with us and shares his thoughts on a good celebratory win, why you see different drivers celebrate in different ways, the ins and outs, the thought process, what to focus on to get yourself to the winners circle, the small victories along the way, and so much more!
What's interesting about the fear of failure is that it actually has nothing to do with failure... listen in to this weeks episode as Mandee shares her thoughts on fear and how you can overcome them to achieve whatever it is you want!
Join us as we sit down with Billy Pauch Sr - a man with over 740 career wins to his name and 50+ years of racing knowledge under his belt. He shares with us his winning streaks, losing streaks and what could have been the factors for them. Key components of winning and how to game plan winning for the year ahead!
Why did we start a podcast? Great question! Listen in as Mandee and BP3 share their visions of the Dirt Track Confessions Podcast, how they got it all started and how YOU can start your own podcast or youtube channel too!
Listen in as Billy and Mandee share about some must stop places near race tracks they recommend and some.. well, some that did us dirty!
One of Mandee's most frequently asked questions - how did you do it and how can I do it, too? Listen in as Mandee shares her journey in the motorsports industry and her top tips for how you can get involved, too!
Join us as as we sit down with former sprint car driver and current head of operations at Diversified Machine Inc. - Dave Ely. Dave spills all of his knowledge he has collected over the years from some of the best in the business to share what he has found makes some of the top race car drivers so successful, plus more!
On this weeks podcast Billy Pauch Jr, Mike Mahaney and Mandee Pauch Mahaney answer one of their most frequently asked questions - how to get sponsors for your race team, how to attract sponsors, how to lock them down, how to keep them, and much more!
To watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/DiHvtWKFzmk
Episode No.2 of Dirt Track Confessions brings to you the behind the scenes of The Last Cowboy: The Life and Times of Billy Pauch. In this episode we sit down with the author of the book, Buffy Swanson, as she takes us behind the scenes and shares the pressures of being the person to tell Billy Pauch's life story after spending over forty years covering his career; the obstacles, reading between the lines, chasing down stories, how it all started, what didn't make it into the book, and much more!
Get the book here: https://www.billypauchbook.com
Welcome to Dirt Track Confessions and welcome to our very first episode: Living On The Edge Of Safety. Listen in as the dirt track racing family shares their personal experiences and injuries, how they could have possibly been prevented, where most drivers tend to skimp out on, how much the industry has changed throughout the years, and how fans can even be cautious when at the track.
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