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Beyond the Bricks Podcast

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Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at some old Indy 500 related commercials, such as Block’s Menswear, Coca-Cola, Continental Airlines, A&P, and more.

In the second segment, they continue to look back ... more

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the 1976 Indianapolis 500, with Johnny Rutherford getting his second win at the time, and Sid Collins’ final 500.

In the second segment, Jake and Mike look back at ... more

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the 1966 Indianapolis 500 victory banquet, with jokes from Sid Collins and Jackie Stewart winning rookie of the year.

In the second segment, Jake and Mike continue to... more

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the 1966 Indianapolis 500, the fatal crash of Chuck Rodee, and the first lap crash taking out 11 of 33 cars.

In the second segment, Jake and Mike continue to look bac... more

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Recent Guests

Sid Collins
Longtime voice of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Radio Network
Indy 500 Radio Network
Episode: Jake & Mike Look Back at Sid Collins’s Best Interviews!
Gary Bettenhausen
Veteran racer; multiple Indy 500 competitor and son of Tony Bettenhausen
Bettenhausen family / IndyCar racer
Episode: Jake & Mike Remember Gary Bettenhausen!
Donald Davidson
Historian emeritus, Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Episode: Jake & Mike Remember Phil Krueger, Cliff Hucul, & Jim Hurtubise!
Richie Murray
Public relations and historian for USAC
USAC
Episode: Jake & Mike Remember Phil Krueger, Cliff Hucul, & Jim Hurtubise!
Scott Goodyear
Former IndyCar driver and runner-up in the 1995 Indianapolis 500
Episode: Jake and Mike Revisit the 1995 Indianapolis 500
Dinah Shore
Famous singer and actress known for her connection to Chevrolet and for performing at the Indianapolis 500
Episode: Jake and Mike Look Back at the 1955 Indianapolis 500
Matt Yocum
Renowned pit reporter and friend of the program
Episode: Jake and Mike look back at the first Brickyard 400 in 1994
George Follmer
One of the truly great American race drivers of all time; drove in Formula One, NASCAR, Indy cars, Can-Am champion, Trans-Am champion.
Episode: Jake and Mike are joined by racing legend George Follmer!
Mario Andretti
Two-time winner of the Indy 500 and one of the most famous race car drivers in history.
Andretti Autosport
Episode: Jake speaks with racing legends Mario Andretti and Rick Mears!

Hosts

Jake Query
Primary host with deep ties to racing history and Indianapolis Motor Speedway lore; often drives nostalgic, story-forward discussions.
Mike Thomsen
Co-host known for engaging banter and contributions as a longtime Indianapolis broadcasting figure; helps weave historical clips with personality-driven commentary.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 74 ratings
  • Awesome!

    Query is a rare talent sharing rare stories that resonate with those of us who love 500 history.

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    5
    Roggespierre
    United Statesa year ago
  • Modern Time

    There to much content year after year on this show covering the “Old Times”. How about modern day content!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Indysell
    United Statesa year ago
  • Request….

    Thank you for this show.

    I’ve likely heard them all 😀

    Here’s a request: is there a long-time yellow shirt, or other IMS employees who’d share their Indy 500 stories?

    I think that’d be interesting to listen too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    panman1989
    United Statesa year ago
  • One of my favorite parts of May

    Thank you Jake for hosting and Mike for sharing these historical clips. It is truly one of my favorite parts of the month to take a dive into the history of this great event. I look forward to hearing Jake’s voice live in my headset on race day from my seats on the front stretch.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Justabill6
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show

    So nice to hear about the history of racing at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lakesboy
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Fans value archival audio and stories about Indy 500 legends.
Audience enjoys the camaraderie and nostalgia around race weekend culture.
Listeners appreciate the blend of race history with personal anecdotes.

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Jake and Mike Take an All-Request Night!
Q: Did mechanics really borrow a part from a spectator's car during the Indy 500?
Yes, during the race, they borrowed a part from a Ford Model T that was in the infield after a car's part failed.
Jake and Mike Take an All-Request Night!
Q: What is the oldest audio involving Ray Harroun?
The oldest audio likely comes from a 1946 film titled The Crucible of Speed in which Ray Harroun appears.
Jake and Mike Revisit the 1995 Indianapolis 500
Q: What were the struggles faced by Team Penske in 1995?
The team had a series of setbacks during qualifications and failed to qualify for the race, a shocking event for Roger Penske's team.
Jake and Mike Revisit the 1995 Indianapolis 500
Q: Why did Jacques Villeneuve have such an affinity for this race?
Mike shared that he was a fan of Jacques Villeneuve from the start, notably celebrating during the race when Jacques went to win.
Jake and Mike Talk to Johnny Rutherford About His Racing Career
Q: How much fun was it running against Pete Folsey and Harold Leap in your first races?
Johnny expresses that it was a great learning experience and emphasized the ongoing challenge of racing.

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This show focuses on the Indy 500 and racing history, blending deep-dive retrospectives on legendary drivers and moments with lively, nostalgia-filled banter. Episodes cover notable figures (e.g., Salt Walther, Tim Richmond, Gordon Johncock) and Indy milestones, while also exploring fan culture through memorabilia, archival clips, and race-week narratives. The tone tends toward nostalgic storytelling with celebratory city-of-Indianapolis flavor, often weaving in anecdotes, archival audio, and personal reflections from the hosts. A standout aspect is the strong emphasis on historical context and community around the Speedway, making it appealing to longtime fans and collectors who crave behind-the-scenes stories and era-specific insights.

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Recent guests on Beyond the Bricks Podcast include:

1. Sid Collins
2. Gary Bettenhausen
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7. Matt Yocum
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