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Lizard Brains: Driving Drivers

DJ Alessandrini and Tom O'Gorman
Autocross
One Lap Of America
Racing
Coaching
Pit Race
NCM
Car Dynamics
Dirt Oval Racing
Watkins Glen
GLTC
Randy Popes
Team Goodyear
Putnam Park
PGR
Iracing
Grip Levels
IMSA
Race Car Liveries
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 talks about TT Nats, DJ talks about driving with Ken Houseal and Tires.

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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 the show, shares deep insights from his racing experiences and engages in lively discussions.
Tom O'Gorman
Co-host known for sharing engaging stories and technical racing knowledge during discussions.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 220 ratings
  • Entertaining

    Easy to listen to, great topics and fun banter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex ODell
    United States10 months 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 hosts are praised for their humorous banter and ability to cover complex racing topics in an accessible way.
Many find the insights into driving techniques and mental strategies beneficial for their own racing experiences.
Listeners enjoy the engaging blend of personal anecdotes and technical insights, making the content relatable and educational.
Fans appreciate the sense of community that comes through in discussions about camaraderie in racing.

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Episode 166: TT Nats, and Enjoying The Journey
Q: How do you have fun on your way down from the peak of Mount Stupid?
Identify little victories, realize you're amidst a journey, and focus on improvement rather than immediate results.
Episode 157: Feeling The Float
Q: Do you see the value in practicing with a lot of margin on the table?
It's beneficial to limit your top speed in a way that maximizes corner entry and mid-corner speed without worrying about straight line speed.
Episode 158: Sleepover
Q: What were your biggest learning moments that helped you get consistent in a new car quickly?
Be willing to make mistakes, especially in autocross and on track; understand how tires interact with the surface and focus on them.
Episode 154: Ross Bentley, The Coaches Coach
Q: What advice do you have for a driver feeling stuck on a plateau?
It's important to remind drivers that plateaus are a natural part of the learning process and to focus on finding quick wins.
Episode 152: The Mythical 100 Cone Slalom
Q: What are some ways to teach and practice bandwidth growth and sense of timing?
It starts with being able to observe when you're over your bandwidth and identifying how to manage and minimize distractions to improve your timing.

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The content from the episodes reflects a dynamic exploration of racing culture, technical insights, and personal narratives within the motorsports community. Hosts engage in discussions about their experiences at various racing events and competitions, alongside reflections on driving techniques and styles. Unique conversations about the psychological aspects of racing, including competition mentalities and the significance of camaraderie among racers, resonate throughout the episodes. The hosts often blend humor with serious insights, creating a relatable and entertaining atmosphere that encourages listeners to not only appreciate racing but also to connect it with broader life experiences. This blend of technical knowledge and personal st... more

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