In this gripping second part of our feature episode with Thomas Randle, he shares how he confronted and overcame a serious health issue, and how his engineering mindset played a key role in his determined comeback. Tom opens up candidly about his battle with testicular cancer. He’s turned his recovery into a force for good, helping others facing similar challenges. He also shares why training with the legendary Rob Wilson means so much to him, along with a school engineering project that got dog...
Sep 05, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 195
One of the most talked about feature guests is back on the pod! Tony Quinn checks in with his report card on Supercars and a window into the new look Triple 8 Executive Team. Will Supercars return to his Queensland Raceway and is four race tracks (farms as he calls them) enough or is he eyeing up another? The character and the commitment of Will Brown, the laser focus and determination of Broc Feeney and why he could bounce back in the enduros. Somewhere in Tony’s insanely busy schedule he makes...
Sep 02, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 194
Catching up with Australian Rally Champion Harry Bates just before he embarks on his journey to conquer Rally Hokkaido. In a thrilling twist, Harry will go head-to-head with former F1 driver Heikki Kovalainen and a top-tier field, all as part of a mutual exchange program by Toyota Gazoo Racing—and he's bringing his own car for the challenge! With past experience in the WRC round in New Zealand and now this event in Japan, has Harry developed a hunger for more international rallies? Harry reflect...
Aug 29, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 193
We go deep inside all the CHAOS from TASSIE, look ahead to SANDOWN, chat SILLY SEASON, discuss co-drivers, strategy, Bathurst and answer YOUR questions. Over to Will Brown who leads Jack and Jimmy through it all. Plenty of fun along the way, as well! Head to Rusty's Facebook , Twitter or Instagram and give us your feedback and let us know who you want to hear from on the next instalment of Drivers Only! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 28, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 192
Rusty is joined by the guru, no not Listnr’s Mark Howard, but the ‘Go To’ for all F1 statistics, @Virtualstatman Sean Kelly. As we gear up for the second half of the season Kelly tells us why the numbers don’t lie….it’s already been one of the most compelling years in recent memory for the sport. Can Max Verstappen win his home race on a milestone weekend for the mighty Dutchman? How McLaren could wrestle the points lead in the Constructor’s Championship from RedBull at Zandvoort. Oscar Piastri ...
Aug 22, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 191
This is the story of a trailblazer for women in Motorsport & Automotive from our corner of the globe but in many ways Emma Gilmour simply sees herself as a competitor. Emma’s journey started with a deep-rooted family connection to the automotive world, evolving into a career that includes the iconic WRC rounds in New Zealand, Rallycross on the international stage and representing the legendary McLaren team in XTreme E. We explore the highs and lows of Emma's career, including the commercial ...
Aug 21, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 190
Grab a seat at the table as we build on a gripping chat about Emma’s remarkable comeback from a frightening crash in XTreme E last year. From the moment she realised what was about to happen to the methodical process she followed during recovery to allow her to get back to doing what she loves - Rallying! We roar through Emma’s journey in the New Zealand Rally Championship, where she became a round winner and title contender after cautious beginnings that masked a full-throttle competitor. Plus ...
Aug 21, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 190
Supercars commentator and five-time Bathurst winner Garth Tander returns to the Garage to preview the highly anticipated round in Tasmania. Further to that, Tander breaks down the keys to conquering the twists and turns of Symmons Plains, offers a forward-looking analysis of the upcoming Enduro season, and dives into the latest Silly Season developments. He shares his insights on what the rising star, Kai Allen, needs to master before taking the leap to the main stage with Penrite Racing next se...
Aug 14, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 189
A special Queensland edition. We're racing hard, and nothing is off limits. The boys candidly wrap Sydney, talk about beef on the track, and what's going on off the track. Plus, they clear up some beef, have some hot takes on the Championship and preview Tassie. Head to Rusty's Facebook , Twitter or Instagram and give us your feedback and let us know who you want to hear from on the next instalment of Drivers Only! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 01, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 188
Our first mail bag! Our Drivers answer all of your questions! Thanks to Sam in Tassie, Daniel from Adelaide, Chin from Melbourne, Gary from Toowomba and Phil on the Gold Coast for your questions. Plus, Matt Payne and JC talk candidly about the latest Richie Stanaway news. Head to Rusty's Facebook , Twitter or Instagram and give us your feedback and let us know who you want to hear from on the next instalment of Drivers Only! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 01, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 188
Experience the thrill of going wheel-to-wheel with Ayrton Senna as juniors and the amusing moment of thinking he had Senna covered on an arcade game at the café! Join us as we delve into Calvin’s incredible journey. You might recall Calvin from his memorable call of the Bathurst 1000 for Speed Channel in the US, alongside Mike Joy, Darrell Waltrip, and Leigh Diffey in 2011. Calvin may not be one to boast, but his dedication and hard work as a young racer are truly impressive. In this first part ...
Jul 25, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 187
Join Rusty as we discover the pivotal move to the United States and a sliding doors moment that launched over 20 years of motorsport broadcasting, primarily focused on sports cars. Calvin's career includes calling iconic races on the legendary Speed Channel, such as the Le Mans 24 and the Daytona 24 Hour. Beyond the commentary booth, Calvin has also managed drivers, leveraging his racing experience and the survival skills honed in the fiercely competitive pit lane. These experiences continue to ...
Jul 25, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 187
Oscar Piastri has joined Sir Jack Brabham, Alan Jones, Mark Webber and Daniel Ricciardo to become the fifth Australian to win a Formula 1 Grand Prix. With Rusty on a well earned break, Mark Howard jumped into the archives to grab Rusty's interview with Oscar to find out more about the rising star of Aussie motorsport. They chat about acclimatising, the car, family, learning his craft and media. Plus, watching Bathurst, keeping across Supercars and hanging out with Aussie cricketers during the As...
Jul 22, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 186
Driver, Manager, Artist. This conversation will blow you away! Join Stefan Johansson with stories from his time in Formula One and going up against some of the toughest teammates in the sport’s history - Alain Prost and Ayrton Senna. His love of Le Mans and Sports Car racing as a whole and why Stefan values this kind of competition so highly. From the driver’s seat to managing drivers and what makes Scott Dixon so good. Plus, how a tragedy in F1 inspired the likeable Swede to take up art which n...
Jul 18, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 185
Rusty has let the drivers loose, again! And it gets better! A candid and casual look at their Townsville race experiences - all the successes and challenges! Plus, their very own wish list for races including Macau, Chicago, and Monaco. They address the dangers of racing with crashes and close calls (watch your crutch, Frosty!) and debate a NASCAR-style playoff system. Plus, the ins and outs of night racing as they share their Sydney SuperNight predictions. Head to Rusty's Facebook , Twitter or ...
Jul 17, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 184
From a family of true rally enthusiasts, despite being incredibly proud of his heritage he carved his own path, one that took him all the way to the World Championship. He even got to experience the fire-breathing Sierra Rally cars his legendary dad, Jimmy, tamed in the British Championship. Maybe you even remember the highlights on Wide World of Sports weekend coverage on Channel 9 back in the day! Growing up in Scotland, Alister gained hands-on experience prepping his cars in the early years a...
Jul 10, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 183
Special Stage 2 is about to start! We have another fantastic chat with Scottish rally sensation Alister McRae, including details around his drives in a wild ex-Possum Bourne WRX. Alister will always love his Scottish roots, but he actually calls Australia home these days and there's another generation of McRae in rallying, with Alister's son, Max, climbing his way toward the WRC. Alister shares how he supports Max’s ambitions while allowing him to navigate his own path. We also uncover Alister's...
Jul 10, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 183
We catch up with the fast young Kiwi as Supercars hits North Queensland. We provide a mid-season report card on Penrite Racing, examining their efforts to turn pre-season hype into consistent performance. We discuss how Payne complements his program with international events for the Groves and explore his close friendship with fellow New Zealander, Liam Lawson, who is also climbing the motorsport ladder. Finally, we delve into his experience working with Garth Tander and Matt's new appreciation ...
Jul 04, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 182
Rusty is handing over the keys! It's a Drivers Only take over for a special Supercars Podcast Series, brought to you by.... you guessed it. Drivers Only. Banter, gossip, insights and fun with the key characters who are normally behind the wheel, not the microphone. Episode 1 features Thomas Randle, David Reynolds and Ryan Wood as they dissect Darwin, chat all the news from a drivers perspective, look ahead to Townsville and throw in their thoughts on what they would change in the world of Superc...
Jul 01, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 181
It’s our first chance to talk to Shane van Gisbergen since his big switch from Supercars to NASCAR, and it’s clear he’s loving this new chapter immensely. Thank you to everyone who responded on social media to our call for questions, including those who put their best radio voices on and sent in audio. While we couldn’t get to all your questions in the time Trackhouse Racing kindly gave us, we covered most of the recurring themes. Shane provides great insights on how wild the cars feel on ovals,...
Jun 27, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 180
What took us so long? Supercars star Chaz Mostert joins us for a Darwin debrief. Ricky Bobby had Shake n Bake, but Chaz pulled off the ‘Cheeseburger Chase’ at Hidden Valley, making a string of epic passes to turn a tough weekend around. He shares what Walkinshaw Andretti United needs and the good things already in their arsenal. We also look ahead to the next round at Townsville, discuss reuniting with Lee Holdsworth for the enduros, and get Chaz's thoughts on his fast and funny new teammate, Ry...
Jun 20, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 179
Four-time Mr. Motocross title winner Craig Dack was recently inducted into the Australian Motorsport Hall of Fame, prompting Rusty to realise that a chat with ‘Dacka’ was long overdue. The result is an awesome episode, not just for Supercross and Motocross fans. From watching the legendary Stephen Gall (who is coming on the pod in the next few months) at Amaroo Park and trying to do monos like him on his BMX bike, to cutting laps on his first motorbike around the backyard on Christmas Day, there...
Jun 13, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 178
After winning numerous titles in Australia, conquering New Zealand, and proudly wearing the green and gold while racing overseas, Dacka decided to stop competing in the early '90s to start his own team. This venture has enjoyed just as much success and continues to thrive. Managing his own deals as a rider helped him navigate the corporate sponsorship landscape. The depth and strength of these relationships led CDR to celebrate a 30-year milestone with Yamaha in 2023. Decades-long partnerships l...
Jun 13, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 178
Time for a debrief of the NASCAR round in Sonoma after the invasion of drivers from Down Under. Hear what Cam got up to in the US last week leading into the race, plus insights from his previous drives, the transition from Supercars to the latest GEN NASCARs—how significant is it? Plus, hanging out with Will Brown and Kiwi superstar Shane van Gisbergen in North Carolina. We'll also cover his impressions of California's Sonoma Circuit and any upcoming opportunities planned Stateside. And we can't...
Jun 10, 2024•18 min•Season 1Ep. 177
Craig Lowndes joins us fresh from the Vailo Adelaide 500 launch with the incredible news that Sprintcar Racing will be part of this year's event offering. This includes Supercross, Stadium Super Trucks, and performances by Crowded House and Cold Chisel in celebration of their 50th anniversary! We'll also have a debrief on his Triple 8 wildcard test this week, along with insider details on his preparation for one of the biggest off-road events of the season: Finke. Joining us as well is Toby Bell...
May 30, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 176
The two-time Australian Rally Champion who grew up in a sporting family and thrives on competition! Rob Herridge's early life around the family farm in Western Australia served as his apprenticeship for what he now calls himself—a "pretend-gineer." Though he may lack a formal qualification, the resourcefulness and precision he learned were perfect skills for motorsport preparation. Herridge was a late bloomer to rallying but not to speed sports. You'll hear about how he blocked pain through shee...
May 29, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 173
Rob’s been a commentator over the years (can you tell?), and he loves a good story, so we're only just shifting into second gear in this chat! Discover how Herridge jumped into rallying on a whim, convinced he was world champion material on the very first transport stage! Learn about the Datsun 1600 that started it all, his near switch to Mitsubishi, and the ultimate move to Subaru, sparking a partnership that’s lasted for decades. We recorded this episode in the workshop, surrounded by cars Rob...
May 29, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 174
Building Maximum Motorsport into a ‘go-to’ race and rally car preparation business with a Subaru focus. The emergence of his son Dean as a driver and how the pair form a Yin and Yang partnership at Maximum, which is now an authorized Subie Motorsport Parts Dealer. Creating gravel notes for legends like Colin McRae and Ari Vatanen in New Zealand and nearly destroying the pace notes in a photocopier! Winning an Australian title without a handbrake! Who needs a handbrake in rallying anyway? It’s ju...
May 29, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 175
This week's special bonus episode features former racer turned expert commentator Townsend Bell, who joins us to analyse the 2024 field as the build-up to the Greatest Spectacle in Motor Racing continues. We discuss some observations from the month of May, including former Supercars champion Scott McLaughlin's pole position with a record-breaking run. We also consider the chances of Aussie Will Power drinking the winner’s milk again. Don't miss our shortcast in the Garage library with Will, whic...
May 23, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 172
Practice and qualifying for the 108th running of the Greatest Spectacle in Motor Racing are complete. The 2018 winner, Will Power, joins us from Indianapolis to debrief the action so far. The Team Penske driver, one of the modern-day IndyCar greats, is showing no signs of slowing down—he hit 233mph at the Brickyard in the Fast 12! Although he narrowly missed out on pole position to his teammate Scott McLaughlin, he is more determined than ever to drink that winner’s milk again. What does he thin...
May 22, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 171
