47 - Nobody Likes The Big Fish In The Small Pond
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.

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.
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.
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.
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.
You can have it all. It's just one step away...
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 th...
Opinions are like ____. Everyone has one! The question is, should you?
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.
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!