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Lizard Brains: Driving Drivers

DJ Alessandrini and Tom O'Gorman
Autocross
One Lap Of America
Racing
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Pit Race
Dirt Oval Racing
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Car Dynamics
GLTC
Randy Popes
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Team Goodyear
Putnam Park
Iracing
IMSA
Grip Levels
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Racing Strategy
NCM Motorsports Park

Tom O'Gorman and DJ Alessandrini talk about racing, life and about how racing is life.

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Tom and DJ review 2025 for themselves and assess their goals and how they are influencing their 2026 objectives. We also did peaks and valleys with 2025

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Tom and DJ talk about heartburn, dumb things that we learned nothing from and how to tell when a car is too loose

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Tom and DJ talk about the aftermath of the Sim Lizard 3 Hour and answer some questions from the podcast listeners involving goals and brining in new people into motorsports

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Tom and DJ talk about their iRacing event coming up, The Sim Lizard 3 Hour We also talk about multi class racing and how to survive and thrive!

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Recent Guests

Ross Bentley
Author of 'Speed Secrets' and professional racing coach
Episode: Episode 154: Ross Bentley, The Coaches Coach
Shelly Monfort
16-time national champion in the SCCA solo, road racer, and engineer with over 50 patents.
Episode: Episode 149: Shelly Monfort Part 1
Matt Waldbaum
GLTC driver and meme master
Episode: Episode 139: Matt Waldbaum Was BEGGED To Be On This Podcast
Sam Myers
National championship-winning spotter and team owner.
Professional motorsport spotter
Episode: Episode 131: Sam Myers Spotting for Daytona 24 Hour
Will Rodgers
K&N Xfinity truck and NASCAR driver, experienced in various racing disciplines including motocross and off-road racing
Episode: Episode 120: Will Rodgers From NASCAR
Casey Coughlin
Participant at the Lizard Brain meetup party
Episode: Episode 111B: Solo Nationals 2024 Tuesday
Kenton Koch
IMSA GT3 Race Winner and accomplished racing driver
IMSA
Episode: Episode 110: IMSA GT3 Race Winner, Kenton Koch
John Hunter
National championship winning autocrosser and SCCA Time Trials director
SCCA
Episode: Episode 107: Hunter of Johns
Matt Busby
CEO and president of Thunder Hill Raceway Park
Thunder Hill Raceway Park
Episode: Episode 106: Race Track CEO Matt Busby

Hosts

DJ Alessandrini
Host of Lizard Brains, sharing insights on racing, life, and community.
Tom O'Gorman
Co-host of Lizard Brains, focused on racing experiences and community building.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 227 ratings
  • Entertaining

    Easy to listen to, great topics and fun banter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex ODell
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good stuff

    Always entertaining and just about the perfect length for my usual commute to my local tracks and auto-x sites. Still haven’t skipped an episode, they’re all worth a listen so far.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brian___________________
    United States2 years ago
  • Informative & Hilarious

    Love the behind the scenes stories and these guys keep me laughing throughout the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RickyBillyBobby
    United States3 years ago
  • Amazing podcast - feels like I’m chilling in the garage with these guys

    5 stars because I love the podcast and definitely NOT because DJ told me to. It wasn’t a threat and I know that… Did I do good DJ?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SleepDeprived34
    United States3 years ago
  • One of the best.

    This has quickly become one of my favorite racing podcast. Fantastic show topics and it’s very easy to listen to Tomo and DJ. I’m waiting for that merch drop though.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D Wood Texas
    United States3 years ago

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The personal anecdotes enhance the connection with the audience, making episodes feel intimate and engaging.
Many enjoy the blend of humor and technical discussion, creating a welcoming atmosphere for all racing enthusiasts.
The podcast offers valuable insights into the motorsports community, resonating with both competitive and casual racing fans.

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Episode 179: Lizzy Brainsmas
Q: As a broke college student, how does one get more involved, learn skills, and build correct habits for the goal of once finishing college, competing in grassroots motor sports?
Attending events, volunteering, and networking with people in the motorsport community while practicing skills like autocross are key to getting involved.
Episode 178: The Sim Lizard 3hr Roundup and Stuff and Questions
Q: Do you find yourself doing the same thing? And how do you make sure to find time to appreciate and see how far you've made it?
I feel like I do that 100% where it never actually feels like you hit the goal because the goalposts are just moving constantly.
Episode 173: How to Balance Aggression
Q: In autocross, is aggression a crutch?
Aggression can be a crutch, but it's about calibrating aggression and building accurate reference points.
Episode 172: Sim Season is Starting
Q: How do you all stay motivated to have fun in racing sims?
Stay focused on improving and joining leagues for better racing experiences.
Episode 169: A Very Nice Episode
Q: What do you do if you're instructing HPDE and your student just has normal, non-performance brake pads?
Instruct them about the signs of brake fade, including smells and soft pedal warnings, and emphasize the importance of proper brake pads for their safety.

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Engaging listeners in the heart of racing culture, this podcast focuses on the multifaceted world of motorsports through the lens of personal experiences and community storytelling. The discussions often blend humor, technical expertise, and philosophical insights about driving, sim racing, and the overall culture surrounding motorsports. Notable themes include the emotional journey of racers, the importance of community in competitive environments, and the challenges and successes faced on the track, both in real life and in simulation scenarios. Unique features of this podcast include the personal anecdotes of the hosts and their interactions with listeners, making each episode feel like a conversation among friends who share a deep passi... more

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2. Shelly Monfort
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4. Sam Myers
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7. Kenton Koch
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