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Rusty's Garage

LiSTNR
Supercars
Formula One
Supercars Championship
Motorsport
Bathurst
Bathurst 1000
Australian Rally Championship
Oscar Piastri
Formula 1
Australia
Nascar
Motogp
Mclaren
New Zealand
Motocross
Indy 500
Race Of Champions
Subaru
Australian Supercars
Max Verstappen

In Rusty's Garage, automotive commentator and journalist Greg Rust speaks to the most passionate riders, drivers, designers and collectors he knows. Each guest shares their stories about the machines they've owned, raced, crashed & restored throughout their lives going flat out.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes438Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

The Australian Speedway great amassed 10 national Sprintcar titles during his decorated career.

Recorded in 2019 many fans may not realise that ‘Rushy’ is in our library.

This relaxed and candid convo remains a personal and professional highlight of... more

Originally from Adelaide but beaming in from his base in LA now Miguel talks about how a childhood love of sport, admiration for athletes and early collecting habits that started him on this journey.

The teenage trip to America that opened his eyes... more

How he frames the highs and lows (with the benefit of time now) at DJR.

The standard SVG and Scott McLaughlin lifted the sport too just as he was hitting his straps in Supercars.

Mentoring and paying it forward by working with the likes of Broc Fee... more

Starting karts later than others but catching up real fast!

Learning from people like Michael Ritter in Formula Ford and finding his way onto Larko’s (Mark Larkham) radar.

Heading to Europe to race Formula Renault in 2014 and scoring 7 wins, plus a... more

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Recent Guests

Miguel Ramos
Owner of Autograph Collectibles, memorabilia specialist
Autograph Collectibles
Episode: The Motorsport Brief | Motorsport Memorabilia with Miguel Ramos
Anton De Pasquale
Professional race car driver in Supercars
Team 18 / Supercars teams over career
Episode: Anton De Pasquale | Part 2 - Team building and dream resto projects
Tom Clarke
Founder/CEO of Wolfsports platform
Wolfsports
Episode: The Motorsport Brief | Wolfsport’s Tom Clarke
Jeremy Burgess
Automotive and motorcycle crew chief, mentor to champions
MotoGP teams (Suzuki, Honda, Yamaha)
Episode: Re-Release: Jeremy Burgess - 46 years on
Trevor Sheumack
Automotive industry veteran and tyre program architect for Michelin
Michelin
Episode: Trevor Sheumack | Part 2 - the Michelin Man & rallying a beast!
Todd Heselwood
Racing driver
Shell V-Power Racing
Episode: The Motorsport Brief | Supercars Darwin Debrief
Todd Hazelwood
Professional racing driver, DJR Team Penske/Car No. 17, Supercars competitor
Todd Hazelwood Racing / DJR
Episode: Todd Hazelwood | Part 1 - Dirt karts and Dad’s bucket list Finke
Ryder Quinn
Third-generation racer, BMW M Racing Academy athlete
BMW M Racing Academy
Episode: The Motorsport Brief | 3rd generation racer Ryder Quinn
Michael Dowson
Former motorcycle racer, key figure in Australian MotoGP era
Kawasaki, Yamaha MS1, Tom's Racing (Japan)
Episode: Michael Dowson | Part 2 - World class talent and two wheeling a Toyota

Host

Greg Rust
Host of Rusty's Garage; also associated with The Motorsport Brief; long-running interview host with a focus on motorsport storytelling and career journeys.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • James Courtney

    That pod cast was so entertaining and interesting, James is a natural hope we hear more with him .

    Well Done Rusty

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shoota
    Australia4 months ago
  • Rusty knows his stuff

    Always a pleasure to listen to Rusty. He seems to get the most out of his guests and is an easy listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    leeriy12345
    Australia8 months ago
  • Podcast Great!

    I’ve listen to 60-70 percent of podcasts and their all great. Give me something to look up to as I am a kart driver and am keen on journalism.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Merik Nesbitt 91
    Australiaa year ago
  • Float level adjustment in a carby.

    G’day Greg, I have listened to every podcast and I’m 99.9% impressed with the way that you apply your knowledge and skills to interviewing your guests.

    The .1% that becomes a negative is the music and advertising. They are too loud in comparison to the speech, especially when the music is at the same time as the spoken word.

    This may only be a small criticism, but it will stop a sudden dive for the volume control on the stereo when the music is happening.

    Cheers and thanks for a great show, ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pommy John.
    Australiaa year ago
  • Must listen for race fans

    Appreciate Rusty’s commitment to Motorsport and in particular speedway. Gives wonderful insight and his passion shines through to put the sport and it’s competitors up in lights

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Craig-787
    Australiaa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience notes high production quality and strong guest variety.
Some listeners mention audio mix and music volume as an area for improvement.
Listeners praise in-depth guest conversations and Rusty's interviewing skill.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#120
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#187
New Zealand/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Anton De Pasquale | Part 1 - Larko’s radar and open wheels OS
Q: So the notion of Greg Rust calling and going, hey, you want to come and talk a bit about life and time and career of Anton De Pasquale isn't necessarily something you'd race to do though, is it?
Anton explains that he doesn't mind the informal chat and that such conversations feel natural and enjoyable, offering a relaxed setting to share experiences.
Anton De Pasquale | Part 2 - Team building and dream resto projects
Q: How do you describe the path to achieving consistency and finals contention in the evolving series?
Progress comes from a balance of engineering feedback, driver input, and staying focused on goals; respect within the team and steady improvement over time are key to building a program capable of challenging for finals and championships.
Anton De Pasquale | Part 2 - Team building and dream resto projects
Q: You mentioned GT stuff overseas and potential NASCAR opportunities. Is there a real itch to explore those, and how would you approach it?
There's genuine interest in GT and endurance formats, with careful planning and alignment with sponsors and teams; it's about selecting opportunities that fit with long-term goals and ensuring a smart, staged approach rather than impulsive shifts.
Anton De Pasquale | Part 2 - Team building and dream resto projects
Q: What would you tell an aspiring Anton De Pasquale about breaking into a premier drive with a top outfit?
Stay disciplined, treat racing seriously, and focus on building the right relationships across the industry, because impressions and connections can open doors to opportunities such as endurance drives or role within a factory team.
Re-Release: Jeremy Burgess - 46 years on
Q: What are the defining moments of Jeremy Burgess's early career and entry into Grand Prix racing?
He describes being contacted to work with Randy Mamola at Suzuki in Europe after moving from Australia, the learning curve in factory teams, and how mentorship and timing played crucial roles in his career development.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rusty's Garage

What is Rusty's Garage about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show features candid conversations with racing drivers, engineers, coaches, and industry insiders who share behind-the-scenes stories from karting to international competition. Episodes commonly center on career pivots, funding paths, mentorship, coaching philosophy, and the evolution of motorsport careers across different countries and disciplines. A standout trait is the host's ability to draw personal, human moments from guests—from family racing roots to high-stakes incidents—creating a connected, storytelling-driven look at motorsport life. Potential listeners will likely appreciate in-depth career journeys, practical insights for aspiring racers or industry professionals, and a steady stream of historical and contemporary perspec... more

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1. Miguel Ramos
2. Anton De Pasquale
3. Tom Clarke
4. Jeremy Burgess
5. Trevor Sheumack
6. Todd Heselwood
7. Todd Hazelwood
8. Ryder Quinn

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