Grassroots Racing Podcast: Recent Episodes
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The Grassroots Racing podcast is all about national, state and club level motorsport in Australia and New Zealand, celebrating the successes of those who compete at the grassroots level.
He is a true Grassroots Racer. His name is Matt Thewlis and he has some great tales to tell.
David 'Skippy' Parsons has enjoyed a long, successful and fun career in motorsport ... and he hasn't stopped yet! Gaz and Daz speak with one of the true good guys of Australian motorsport
Adam Macrow is part of one of the most enduring motorsport families in Australia, and he joined Gaz and Daz in the latest episode of the RaceFuels Grassroots Racing podcast
Here is a tale of one of the most talented grassroots racers that Australia has ever seen. Daz and Gaz speak with the legend Stuart Kostera in the latest episode of the RaceFuels Grassroots Racing podcast
In the second part of John Bowe's RaceFuels Grassroots Racing podcast, he opens up on his time in open wheelers and touring cars ... big and small!
John Bowe has competed at the top level of Australian motorsport, and won all of the big trophies. But his rise to the top included some hard grafting at the grassroots level. Darren and Gaz grabbed him for an extended chat about his career. Enjoy Part 1!
You may know Paul Zsidy from hanging around in the Formula Ford paddock, but his grassroots story runs much deeper.
National circuit racer Bob Middleton joins us to talk about his grassroots motorsport journey
Sports Sedan ace Kerry Baily joins us to talk about his amazing, everlasting grassroots racing career
Knows as one of Australia's best rally drivers, and now a media star in his own right, Dean Herridge is our next guest on the RaceFuels Grassroots Racing podcast
He is a grassroots racing journeyman. His name is Queenslander Jake Camilleri and he is the latest guest on the RaceFuels Grassroots Racing podcast.
This guy is such a Grassroots legend that he doesn't even need an introduction. Barton Mawer is the king of national-level motorsport
Part of a family of grassroots racers, Brett Youlden is this week's guest on the RaceFuels Grassroots Racing podcast
Tasmanian racer Ray Hislip speaks with Gaz and Daz about his diverse racing career in the latest episode of the RaceFuels Grassroots Racing podcast.
He is part of Australian racing royalty, and he has one hell of a story to tell. This week's RaceFuel's Grassroots Racing subject is Richard Davison.
From the dirt to super speedways and circuit racing, Terry Wyhoon was one of Australia's most rounded race car aces. Now running his own Super2 Series team, he remains involved and passionate about the sport. Gaz and Daz spoke with him.
He is one of Australia's most experienced and travelled grassroots racers. In the new RaceFuels Grassroots Racing podcast, Gaz and Daz speak with Mal Rose
From Victorian state racing to the heights of Pikes Peak, Brett Dickie is a grassroots racer who has taken his love of motorsport to the greatest altitude. Gaz and Daz spoke to him
He is the man who streams the grassroots motorsport productions to your devices. Gaz and Daz speak to Dan Beckinsale from BlendLine TV about his racing journey.
Gaz and Daz take a deep dive into the career of Rowan Harmon, who has been involved in motorsport from all levels of motorsport.
From a family of race car lovers, Mark Tierney has built a successful local business into a global leader. He is known as 'Mr RaceFuels' and he is the special guest on this week's edition of the NAPA Auto Parts Grassroots Racing podcast
He started his racing career later in life than most, but he certainly squeezed a lot into it once he got going. His name is Tony Evangelou, and he is the latest to join Gaz and Daz on the NAPA Auto Parts Grassroots Racing podcast
From motoring to motorsport, Chris Nixon has been at the forefront of journalism and public relations. Gaz and Daz spoke to him at length about his grassroots motorsport journey
From grassroots racing to being the boss of Australian motorsport's governing body, Dr Rob Nethercote is our guest in this week's NAPA Auto Parts Grassroots Racing podcast
Open wheel constructor Mike Borland joins Gaz and Daz on the NAPA Auto Parts Grassroots Racing podcast.
A born and breed racer, Chris Hones talks about his racing story with Garry O'Brien in the latest episode of the NAPA Auto Parts Grassroots Racing podcast
It is one of Australia's most enduring support categories – Aussie Racing Cars. In this episode of the NAPA Grassroots Racing podcast, we speak to the key players in the pint-sized racing class.
From Victorian motorsport to taking on the challenge of racing in the United States, George Vidovic is a grassroots legend. Gaz and Daz caught up with him ...
From racing and beating Mark Skaife to do motorsport the hard but fun way, Peter Dane is a quintessential grassroots racer. Plus, we also catch up with a few of his Combined Sedan rivals from the Bathurst 12 hour support races.
From motoring to motorsport, driver tuition and motivation, Ian Luff is one of the most influential figure in the sport. Gaz and Daz grabbed him for an in depth chat about his rise from grassroots racing to national acclaim
From rally star to circuit racers and everything in between, Simon Evans is a quintessential grassroots racer turned professional, and again, everything in between! He is the perfect start to a new year of NAPA Auto Parts Grassroots Racing podcasting. Take it away, Gaz and Daz!
Ryan McLeod is part of a motorsport dynasty, a very capable race driver, entrepreneur and race car creator. He has a great story to tell, so sit back as Gaz and Daz give you an giant NAPA Auto Parts Grassroots Racing podcast to end your 2022. Merry Christmas!
Born in the UK but now calling Australia home, Phil Hughes is an experienced racer with a thirst for Grassroots competition. Gaz and Daz catch up with him for an insightful chat.
Challenge Bathurst is your chance to drive your car around Mount Panorama, giving access to Australia's greatest track to any car and driver combination. It's the ultimate grassroots event for all race car and motoring enthusiasts. Gaz and Daz spoke to a few keys players that are involved in the Challenge Bathurst event.
John English has driven and raced everything, and has always done it with a smile. Gaz and Daz spoke to him about his race endeavours over a long, successful and enjoyable career.
Matt Naulty is one of the most recognised voices of Australian motorsport – Matt Naulty. From speedway to drag racing and Supercars events, Naulty has called just about anything with an engine. He talks about his story and how he followed his dream to become one of the most respected motorsport callers.
From Tonka Trucks at the back of pit lane to becoming the race director of the Repco Supercars Championship, James Taylor talks about his rise from grassroots racing to being the man that controls the biggest show in town
Paul Stubber is one of Australia's grassroots racing legends. From speedway to circuit racing and competing at Le Mans, the West Aussie speaks to Garry O'Brien about his past, present and future.
National racer Luke King joins us top talk about his rise through the ranks, from karting to Toyota 86 and beyond.
From karts to Formula Ford, Supercars and Sports Sedans, Darren Hossack has been there and done it in Australian motorsport. Garry O'Brien and Darren Smith catch up with him to talk about racing, past and present.
Marcus Zukanovic and his family are one of the most popular people in the Australian motorsport paddocks. Gaz and Daz catch up with him for an entertaining chat about his past, present and future.
Legendary NSW-based Grassroots racer Ric Shaw joins the team to discuss his career in the lower and top levels of the sport.
Paul Stokell is our guest on the NAPA Auto Parts Grassroots Racing podcast. The three-time Australian Drivers' Champion talks about his rise in the sport, from racing Formula Vee in Tasmania to trying to compete in Formula 1 and back. Also, we speak to NAPA Academy member Jude Bargwanna who competes in the Australian Formula Ford Series.
Episode 3 of the NAPA Auto Parts Grassroots Racing podcast takes a deep dive into the life and times of legendary mechanic and team manager Alan Heaphy.
Two-time Australian Gold Star champion Tim Macrow joins Garry O'Brien and Darren Smith on the NAPA Auto Parts Grassroots Racing podcast to discuss his rise through the ranks and how his family helped him chase his dream.
Welcome to Episode 1 of the NAPA Auto Parts Grassroots Racing! Hosted by Garry O'Brien and Darren Smith, the pair grab Sport Sedan legend Tony Ricciardello to discuss his racing – past, present and future.