RACERSHQ Podcast

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Episode 54: Listener email and practicing to win

This week, Jake responds to a listener email on the show. Devin, a fan of RacersHQ and aspiring racer asked Jake what he can do to get the most out of practicing at home, both with and without iRacing. Jake goes over how he uses iRacing and Forza along with data logging software and even YouTube to hone his race craft. Jake will be unavailable for a couple of weeks, but will be checking his email as soon as he can. You can always email him your questions at Jake@racersHQ.com and if it's a great ...

Jul 03, 2018•17 min

Episode 53: James Chartres of Kanga Motorsports

This week, Jake talks to James of Kanga Motorsports. We chat about Spec Racer Fords, prepping for events, and self-promotion. If you aren't following Kanga Motorsports, you should be. James is amazing at promoting himself and his racing career. In this podcast, he shares some of his secrets to building a brand around your love of racing, preparing for an upcoming race, and what he loves about the SCCA and Spec Racer Fords. You can find out more by going to his website kangamotorsports.com You ca...

Jun 23, 2018•31 min

Episode 52: What made Senna so great? Part 4

This week, Jake concludes his series on Ayrton Senna and what it was that made him such a great driver. In the last three episodes, Jake went over everything from physical and mental abilities to driving technique. In this last episode, Jake covers the tragic end to Senna's career and life. He goes over what he has taken from this horrible accident and what we can do as drivers to be more safe on track. Make sure to like and follow on Facebook Follow us on Instagram and Twitter Subscribe to the ...

Jun 16, 2018•21 min

Episode 51: What made Senna so great? Part 3

This week, Jake returns to his research on Senna and what it was about him that made him such a great driver. In parts 1 and 2, Jake covered the physical and mental abilities of Senna when it came to driving. This week, Jake gets to some of the specifics: Driving technique and car setup. One of the first things Jake covers was Senna's seemingly natural ability when it comes to racing in the rain. Then there's his unique throttle technique too. Make sure to like and follow the Facebook page. Foll...

Jun 02, 2018•20 min

Episode 50: Freddie Hunt and his journey to Le Mans

This week, Jake was honored to speak with Freddie Hunt. Freddie is working towards driving at Le Mans. He's also the son of F1 Champion, James Hunt. In this episode, Jake and Freddie chat about his father's career, what the movie "Rush" got right and wrong, how Freddie got into motorsports and his future in Le Mans. The best places to follow Freddie on Social Media are on Facebook or Instagram . You can find more about us by going to www.racersHQ.com Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram ...

May 19, 2018•29 min

Episode 49: What made senna so great? Part 2

Welcome back to the RacersHQ Podcast! In this second part of his series on Senna, Jake covers the mental abilities that Senna had to set himself apart from the rest. Senna had innate abilities and mental toughness that rivals present-day F1 drivers. Is this something that can be learned or was it all natural talent? Listen in to find out! As always, you can find out more at the website: www.racershq.com You can follow us on Facebook here . We are on Instagram and Twitter: @racershq. If you have ...

May 15, 2018•16 min

Episode 48: What made Senna so great? Part 1

Welcome back to The RacersHQ Podcast! This week, we welcome the new host, Jake. Over the past several weeks, Jake has been researching Ayrton Senna. We're not going to cover his career per se, but what it was that made Senna so good behind the wheel. Jake asks the question: Was it pure natural talent, or was it more things anyone can learn and study that made Senna so great? In the first installment, Jake covers the aspects of seat time and physical training that Senna had to start off his caree...

May 05, 2018•26 min

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