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Roostertail Talk

David Newton
Hydroplane Racing
Unlimited Hydroplane Racing
H1 Unlimited Racing
Gold Cup
Merchandising
H1 Unlimited
Seafair
Sponsorship
Strong Racing
Seattle
Renault
Detroit
H1 Racing
Doug Brow
Marketing
Family Bonding
David Newton
Dave Vaillancourt
Safety Gear
Model Kits

A show dedicated for preserving the history, breaking down the racing and looking to the future of the incredible sport of Unlimited Hydroplane racing. My name is David Newton, and I will be bringing you a weekly show in which we will discuss the boats, drivers, owners, crew members, legends, fans and anything that is involved with the sport that I love; hydroplane racing.Fans you can now sign up ... more

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We sit down with Ed Thompson, John Shaw, and Brett Hall to hear how Kool Kat Motorsports grows from a fan favorite into a serious two-boat Grand Prix operation. We dig into East Coast vs West Coast racing, the family roots behind th... more

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We wrap up our conversation with Fran and Edward Muncy by tracing how a tight-budget team kept winning, how the crew culture stayed joyful under pressure, and why Chip Hanauer set the tone in the pits and on the water. We also corre... more

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We pick up part two with Fran and Edward Muncey as we talk about carrying on Bill’s vision from driver to owner and into a new era. From the cabover shift to turbines, Chip’s rise, and the Atlas Blue revival, the story fuses grief, ... more

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We kick off season eight with an interview with Fran and Edward Muncey.  In San Diego Fran traces a chance meeting, a swift marriage, and the making of a racing showman whose heartbeat was jazz. Family stories, sponsor strategy, and... more

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Recent Guests

John Shaw
Driver for Kool Kat Motorsports, team member
Kool Kat Motorsports
Episode: Episode 174: Kool Kat Motorsports, Part 1
Ed Thompson
Owner of Kool Kat Motorsports
Kool Kat Motorsports
Episode: Episode 174: Kool Kat Motorsports, Part 1
Brent Hall
Driver for Kool Kat Motorsports
Kool Kat Motorsports
Episode: Episode 174: Kool Kat Motorsports, Part 1
Fran Muncy
Owner, Hydroplane racing team member
Muncy family / team
Episode: Episode 173: Fran and Edward Muncey, Part 3
Edward Muncy
Team member, driver-owner legacy figure
Muncy family / team
Episode: Episode 173: Fran and Edward Muncey, Part 3
Fran Muncey
A longtime figure in hydroplane racing and widow of Bill Muncey
Muncey family / hydroplane racing community
Episode: Episode 171: Fran and Edward Muncey, Part 1
Edward Muncey
Son of Bill Muncey, involved in promoting and sustaining the family's hydroplane legacy
Muncey family / hydroplane racing community
Episode: Episode 171: Fran and Edward Muncey, Part 1
Tom D'Eath
Legendary hydroplane racer with three Gold Cup victories.
Episode: Episode 165: Tom D'Eath, Part 1
Charlie Griggs
Hydroplane racing enthusiast and participant in the sport.
Episode: Episode 163: Charlie Grigg, Part 2

Host

David Newton
Host with a deep history of hydroplane coverage and community storytelling

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Great interviews!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul D179
    United States5 months ago
  • Amazing!

    The amount of work David puts in to bring us the history of the sport we all love doesn’t go un noticed. Great job! Thank you David!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shake-n-Bake Racing
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent Content from a passionate hero fan

    David’s lifelong passion for the sport of hydroplane racing has inspired him to bring fans this great original content. With a wide range of guests and interesting topics, Roostertail Talk is a welcome addition to the newscape of the sport of Unlimited Hydroplane racing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cwd3
    United States6 years ago
  • Finally

    Finally some “new media” hydro news! Great insight into the sport. I’m eating these up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jcudb
    United States6 years ago
  • Unlimited Hydroplane fans

    A fun and insightful listen. I’ve been a fan for 30+ years of unlimited racing. Happy to have this in my rotation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brendon75
    United States6 years ago

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Guests bring unique insider perspectives from a tight-knit racing community
Shows consistently highlight behind-the-scenes stories and technical nuances
Listeners praise the host's dedication to hydroplane history and honors to pioneers

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 174: Kool Kat Motorsports, Part 1
Q: What makes Kool Kat Motorsports unique in its approach to racing and fan engagement?
The team blends a family-centered culture with a strong marketing and media strategy, actively engaging fans at races, building a distinctive black paint scheme, and treating sponsorship as a business by delivering value and visibility across channels.
Episode 170: Eric Christensen
Q: What is the condition of the new boat you are picking up?
The boat is in good shape, although it will require some cosmetic work and inspection of key components.
Episode 170: Eric Christensen
Q: What are your goals for Christensen Motorsports for H1 Unlimited Racing in 2026?
We aim to start and finish the races we enter, focusing on Tri-Cities, Seattle Seafarer, and San Diego Bay Fair.
Episode 168: Tom D'Eath, Part 4
Q: What can you tell us about your car racing days?
Tom shares his experiences starting out in the Mini Indy series, learning to drive midget cars, and highlights the challenges he faced transitioning to car racing later in life.
Episode 162: Charlie Grigg, Part 1
Q: When did this love for Hydroplane racing start for you?
Charlie Griggs shares that his fascination began in the mid-sixties when he first experienced the noise and excitement of hydroplanes racing in the Tri-Cities.

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The show centers on the history, people, and evolving technology of Unlimited Hydroplane racing, mixing deep historical interviews with race-by-race storytelling. Recent episodes highlight family legacies (Muncey Racing), engine shifts and personnel decisions behind team dynamics, and the business side of the sport including sponsorships, merchandise, and fan engagement. A standout aspect is the host's focus on firsthand anecdotes from drivers, owners, and insiders, offering a bridge between classic eras and current developments, with a commitment to preserving the sport's heritage while exploring its future directions.

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Recent guests on Roostertail Talk include:

1. John Shaw
2. Ed Thompson
3. Brent Hall
4. Fran Muncy
5. Edward Muncy
6. Fran Muncey
7. Edward Muncey
8. Tom D'Eath

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