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The Couches That Made Us

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Indycar
Toyota
Usac
Kyle Larson
Eldora Speedway
Indy 500
Indianapolis 500
Chris Wheeler
Dillon Welch
Justin Grant
Rico Abreu
NASCAR
Rick Ferkel
Pete Willoughby
Indy Lights
Tony Stewart Racing
Karting

Couches, guest rooms, dream chasers and the people who tie them all together. The stories of racers chasing their dreams by staying wherever they can, with whoever they can and growing as people while they do.

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Would you believe that one of the world's most successful race car drivers to ever live needed to couch surf back in his early days? Tony Stewart is proof that from humble beginnings can incredible things. Stewart kicked back - way back - on The Couc... more

Would you believe that one of the world's most successful race car drivers to ever live needed to couch surf back in his early days? Tony Stewart is proof that from humble beginnings can incredible things. Stewart kicked back - way back - on The Couc... more

If you know Kyle Larson then you know that the NASCAR superstar calls the dirt his true home. It was Kyle's early days in dirt racing that saw him bouncing from house to house in order to go where he needed to so that he could race whatever and where... more

"Rico".... It's one word that everyone in the sport of open wheel dirt track racing knows. Rico Abreu has led the way on track, in social media impact, shirt sales, and practically every other metric in sprint car racing. But he didn't get to where h... more

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Recent Guests

Kyle Larson
NASCAR Cup Series Champion, racer
Kyle Larson Racing
Episode: The Couches That Made Us | Ep. 11 | Kyle Larson
Rico Abreu
Sprint car racer
Self
Episode: The Couches That Made Us | Ep. 10 | Rico Abreu
Justin Grant
Professional race car driver
Independent racer with multiple USAC sprint/midget championships
Episode: The Couches That Made Us | Ep. 9 | Justin Grant - PART 2
Clinton Boyles
Former driver, crew chief, and current Kyle Larson Racing Development lead
Kyle Larson Racing Development
Episode: The Couches That Made Us | Ep. 8 | Clinton Boyles
Dillon Welch
Full-time motorsports broadcaster and former driver who talks about his path and the people who hosted him along the way.
Episode: The Couches That Made Us | Ep. 7 | Dillon Welch
Chris Wheeler
Longtime motorsports figure, former Bell Helmets Pro Shop leader, race team contributor
Bell Helmets / IndyCar racing
Episode: The Couches That Made Us | Ep. 6 | Chris Wheeler
Artie Carpenter
IndyCar performance engineer for Team Penske; former go-kart racer
Team Penske
Episode: The Couches That Made Us | Ep. 4 | Artie Carpenter
Logan Seavey
Racer from California, USAC Triple Crown winner
Self/Team Logan Seavey Racing
Episode: The Couches That Made Us | Ep. 3 | Logan Seavey - PART 1
Levi Jones
seven-time USAC driving champion, former IndyCar contributor, current Eldora Speedway general manager
Eldora Speedway
Episode: The Couches That Made Us | Ep. 2 | Levi Jones

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • TLP the Goat!!!

    You should interview Chase about his hidden couch in the attic of QRC he napped on.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FiddyFandango
    United States3 months ago
  • Awesome podcast

    I love the format that shows a different side from the normal interviews and Tony is very relatable and is one of the best at making people comfortable in interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gcoop80
    United States3 months ago

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Couch-survival theme adds authenticity and unique storytelling flair.
Listeners appreciate the emphasis on mentorship, generosity, and community in racing.
Host fosters easy, open conversations that invite guests to share personal and career-defining moments.
Format offers a fresh, intimate angle beyond standard interview style.

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The Couches That Made Us | Ep. 1 | Christopher Bell
Q: What was it like moving in with the Ferkels and then with Pete Willoughby to chase opportunities?
It was a pivotal period of independence and discipline. The mentors gave structure—driving focus, learning the craft, and combining family support with hands-on racing experience—while I learned to navigate big opportunities and big risks.

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What is The Couches That Made Us about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show focused on the human side of chasing big dreams, especially in high-velocity worlds. Episodes center on mentors, hospitality, and the networks that help talent break into national stages, with a recurring emphasis on community, generosity, and resilience. Guests are often racers, team leaders, and broadcasters who share personal journeys shaped by relationships, hosting couches, and opportunities that arose through mentorship and collaboration. It's particularly notable for its candid storytelling, behind-the-scenes culture, and a consistent theme that success hinges as much on people and character as on talent.

Potential listeners and guests can expect authentic conversations that mix career milestones with neighborhood-level gener... more

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Recent guests on The Couches That Made Us include:

1. Kyle Larson
2. Rico Abreu
3. Justin Grant
4. Clinton Boyles
5. Dillon Welch
6. Chris Wheeler
7. Artie Carpenter
8. Logan Seavey

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