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  • From Injuries to IndyCar: David Malukas Gets Real on Racing Life | S03EP12
    Sep 10 2025
    Get 20% OFF your DeleteMe plan by texting TRACK to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. Oracle is offering to cut your current cloud bill in HALF if you move to OCI. Go to https://oracle.com/TRACKLIMITS to see if your company qualifies for this special offer. In this episode of Track Limits, we sit down with David Malukas, one of IndyCar’s rising stars, for a candid and entertaining conversation about his road to recovery, what it’s like being back in the car, and the unique journey that’s shaped his career. David shares stories from his Lithuanian-American upbringing, his first big breaks in racing, and the rollercoaster of injuries, comebacks, and staying mentally sharp in one of the toughest motorsport series in the world. Off the track, he opens up about his passions, sense of humour, and how he keeps life balanced when the racing pressure ramps up. Whether you’re an IndyCar fan or just love hearing what life is really like behind the helmet, this episode is packed with laughs, insights, and inspiration. ⏱️ Episode Highlights 00:00 – Introduction & David’s comeback story 01:40 – Growing up Lithuanian-American in Chicago 04:15 – Early racing memories & family sacrifices 07:00 – Breaking into IndyCar & first big moments 10:30 – Injury setbacks & mental resilience 13:05 – Returning stronger: lessons from recovery 16:20 – Off-track hobbies & passions 18:40 – Funniest paddock stories & teammate banter 21:15 – Advice for young drivers chasing IndyCar dreams 23:30 – What’s next for David Malukas 🔥 Must-Watch Moments -“I thought my season was over… but I wasn’t done yet.” -“People think it’s just driving in circles. It’s so much more.” -“My family gave up everything to make this happen.” -“Injuries test you, but comebacks define you.” -“Sometimes the funniest moments happen in the paddock, not the track.” 📲 Don’t forget to like, subscribe & comment your favourite moment from the episode! #TrackLimitsPodcast #DavidMalukas #IndyCar #MotorsportPodcast #RacingComeback #BehindTheHelmet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    26 min
  • Alex Palou - What Winning the Indy 500 REALLY Feels Like | S03EP12
    Aug 27 2025
    Get 20% OFF your DeleteMe plan by texting TRACK to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. We’re joined by Alex Palou, FOUR-time IndyCar Champion and the 2025 Indy 500 winner, for an unfiltered conversation about life at the top of motorsport. Alex reflects on finally conquering the Indy 500, how fatherhood changed his outlook, and why his daughter might just design his next helmet. From the culture shocks of moving to Indiana, to starting his own coffee shop, to imagining a dream dinner with Senna and an ancient Pharaoh—this episode is packed with laughs, stories, and insights into one of racing’s most grounded champions. 👇 Hit subscribe and join the Track Limits community for more exclusive driver interviews. ⏱️ Episode Highlights 00:00 – Intro & Indy 500 media whirlwind 00:35 – Celebrating with family & fans 01:02 – Indy 500 as the missing piece of his career 02:24 – Motivation after three titles & the big win 02:53 – Fatherhood & racing: how life has changed 03:23 – If his daughter designed his helmet… 04:51 – Balancing training, family & racing 05:20 – Moving from Europe to Indiana culture shock 07:26 – Why Alex started his own coffee shop 08:25 – Matcha lattes & barista struggles 09:50 – Dream dinner guests: Senna & an Egyptian Pharaoh 11:18 – Schumacher as an idol & lessons from winning 12:41 – Staying grounded & what’s next 🔥 Must-Watch Moments -Alex reveals how his daughter celebrates his race wins 🍼🏎️ -The hilarious “minion pool helmet” idea 🤯 -Why coffee is his true obsession ☕ -What winning the Indy 500 really feels like vs. what people think -His dream dinner with Senna and an ancient Pharaoh 👑 #TrackLimitsPodcast #AlexPalou #IndyCar #Indy500 #MotorsportPodcast #CoffeeAndRacing #Senna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    13 min
  • Colton Herta: Stage Fright, Fast Cars & Katsu Curry Therapy | S03EP11
    Aug 12 2025
    Get 20% OFF your DeleteMe plan by texting TRACK to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. Oracle is offering to cut your current cloud bill in HALF if you move to OCI. Go to https://oracle.com/TRACKLIMITS to see if your company qualifies for this special offer. In this episode of the Track Limits Podcast, we sit down with Colton Herta, Andretti Autosport driver and the youngest race winner in IndyCar history. Colton opens up about that record-setting Toronto victory, the intense world of professional racing, and his unique life off the track, including his band “The Sibs,” his surprising love-hate relationship with golf, and his dedication to animal rescue. From hilarious memories of touring with a MySpace-era Screamo band to reflecting on the influence of his father, Bryan Herta, this episode blends humour, honesty, and heart. Whether you’re an IndyCar fan or just curious about what makes Colton tick, this one’s a must-watch. 👇 LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more stories from inside motorsport 👇 ⏱️ Episode Timestamps 00:00 – Intro from Toronto & first IndyCar win memories 00:35 – Becoming the youngest winner in IndyCar history 01:34 – Touring Japan with his band & the Mario Kart story 03:00 – Life after the band & musical influences 04:30 – Favourite band reunion & love for live music 05:50 – Stage fright vs. racing pressure 06:50 – Sharing a racing path with his father 08:20 – Animal rescue, wildfires & the Pasadena Humane Society 10:12 – Life with his two rescue dogs 11:11 – Hacking another driver's social media? 12:26 – Bucket list items, golf and Pebble Beach dreams 14:17 – Selling golf to skeptics + IMS course stories 16:06 – Go-to comfort meal after a bad race (Katsu curry!) 17:30 – Cooking routines, nutrition, and living in Vegas 18:30 – Colton’s top 3 non-tourist things to do in Vegas 19:30 – Outro: Weekend prep & final thoughts 🔥 Must-Watch Moments -“You perform in front of 200 fans and it’s scarier than racing at 200mph.” -“If I hacked a driver’s account, I’d follow myself—that’s my calling card.” -“Katsu curry is the ultimate bad-race comfort food.” -“Golf is amazing and horrible at the same time. 12 holes max.” -“Vegas isn’t just the strip—there’s real life and real training out here.” #TrackLimitsPodcast #ColtonHerta #IndyCar #MotorsportPodcast #AndrettiAutosport #YoungestWinner #F1 #RacingLife #GolfAddict #AnimalRescue #MusicAndMotorsport #BehindTheHelmet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    22 min
  • Breaking Down Robert Shwartzman's Rookie Year With Prema | S03EP10
    Aug 4 2025
    In this episode of the Track Limits Podcast, we welcome Robert Shwartzman, Prema IndyCar driver and former Ferrari reserve, for an open and fun conversation on his motorsport journey. From fierce karting rivalries with the likes of Lando Norris, Charles Leclerc, and George Russell, to competing in Formula 2, Formula E, and IndyCar, Robert opens up about the differences across racing series, the challenges of oval racing, and even the behind-the-scenes story of his viral “aura” dance video. Robert also dives into his preparation strategies, car preferences, mental approach to racing, and his candid take on what it’s like racing with Callum Ilott and Marcus Armstrong. Whether you’re an F1 fan, IndyCar follower, or love funny paddock stories—this episode is packed with humour, insight, and nostalgia. 📍 Episode Highlights: 0:00 – Introduction & Karting Days 1:15 – Physicality of Go-Kart Training with Ferrari 2:40 – Early Rivals: Lando, Charles, Russell & Max 3:30 – Robert's Favourite Cars to Drive 4:55 – First Indy 500 Experience & Media Chaos 6:20 – Shwartzman’s Ideal Car Setup 7:40 – Working With Callum Ilott 9:15 – Pre-Race Routine & Track Walks 10:20 – Behind the Scenes of the Viral "Aura" Dance 12:00 – Looking Back at the Past, Looking Forward to IndyCar 🔥 Must-Watch Moments: -The surprise “pole position” at Indy 500 -Robert’s hilarious “Aura” dance story that hit 100M+ views -What it's like racing against former F1 teammates -Behind-the-scenes life as a Ferrari Reserve Driver -His no-music race-day focus routine 👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more exclusive conversations with drivers across Formula 1, IndyCar & beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    14 min
  • Training With a 4-Time F1 World Champion’s Coach - Bradley Scanes | S03EP09
    Jul 17 2025
    Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/syq59mk6 #CashAppPod. As a Cash App partner, we may earn a commission when you sign up for a Cash App account. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Oracle is offering to cut your current cloud bill in HALF if you move to OCI. Go to https://oracle.com/TRACKLIMITS to see if your company qualifies for this special offer. Welcome to a special episode of the Track Limits Podcast featuring Bradley Scanes, former performance coach for Max Verstappen and elite trainer to some of motorsport’s top talents. In this high-energy and insightful episode, Bradley shares untold stories from behind the scenes of Formula 1, including what it really takes to prepare a world champion, physically and mentally. From the science behind neck strength to working out in trucks during Le Mans, to the personal sacrifices of life on the road, this episode is a rare look at the world of motorsports through the eyes of the person keeping athletes at their peak. Plus, don’t miss Bradley’s bold predictions for F1 in 2025 and the next wave of motorsport fitness. ⏱️ Episode Highlights: 0:00 - Introduction 1:05 - Life on the road with Max Verstappen 3:14 - Transitioning from F1 to endurance racing 7:25 - Weirdest places Bradley has trained drivers 10:08 - The reality of weight limits in F1 13:08 - Building his own performance company 15:23 - Training Max Verstappen: How it started 18:53 - What makes great athletes different 23:13 - From F1 to IndyCar: Bradley’s next chapter 30:59 - Bradley’s 2025 F1 predictions 🚨 Must-Watch Moments: - Bradley training Max on the Monaco coastline, dangerous, wet, and unforgettable - His take on how visual acuity and decision-making under pressure separate good from great - Why Carlos Sainz trains in a sauna, and whether it actually works - His exclusive 2025 Constructors’ and Drivers’ Championship picks 👇 Watch, Like, and Subscribe for more behind-the-scenes F1 content 👇 #TrackLimitsPodcast #BradleyScanes #F1Fitness #MaxVerstappen #Formula1 #F1Training #BehindTheScenes #F1Champion #EliteTraining #MotorsportFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    32 min
  • The Career Path No One Talks About in F1 - Ryan McGarva | S03EP08
    Jun 19 2025
    Download Cash App Today: Use our Code TRACKLIMITS https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/syq59mk6 #CashAppPod Oracle is offering to cut your current cloud bill in HALF if you move to OCI. Go to https://oracle.com/TRACKLIMITS to see if your company qualifies for this special offer. In this episode, we sit down with Ryan McGarva, former F1 mechanic for Mercedes AMG Petronas, HRT, and Force India, as he reflects on a decade inside the world’s most elite garages. From wild rituals in the pit lane to why the pressure at Mercedes felt different, Ryan gives us a rare, unfiltered look at the inner workings of life in Formula 1. We get into what it’s really like working under the spotlight, how garage chemistry builds (or breaks), and why leaving F1 was one of the hardest — but healthiest — decisions he’s ever made. 🎙️ Episode Highlights - What it's like to work directly with Lewis Hamilton - Day-to-day life inside the Mercedes garage - F1 mechanic culture: “The pressure’s not where you think” - Hilarious behind-the-scenes rituals (yes, including slop buckets 🪣) - Differences between midfield teams and top-tier garages - Garage dynamics, travel burnout, and team pranks - What fans get completely wrong about pit stops - Life after F1: stepping away from the sport - Thoughts on the 2026 regulations and F1’s future direction - Advice for anyone wanting to work in motorsport 🔥 Must-Watch Moments - “At Mercedes, there’s pressure — but it’s never chaotic.” - “Force India? We built parts in the car park.” - “Everyone thinks F1 is glamorous. I was washing my race kit in hotel sinks.” - “The most underrated job in F1? It’s not who you think.” - “If you mess up a pit stop, it’s not just a bad day. It’s worldwide.” 📲 Enjoying this episode? Like, subscribe, and tap the bell to never miss exclusive insights from drivers, engineers, and creators shaping motorsport today. #RyanMcGarva #F1Podcast #TrackLimitsPodcast #MercedesF1 #LewisHamilton #Formula1 #PitCrew #F1Mechanic #F1BehindTheScenes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    24 min
  • Ruth Buscombe on What F1 Fans Get Completely Wrong | S03EP07
    Jun 4 2025
    Get Huel today with this exclusive offer for New Customers of 15% OFF with code insertcode at https://huel.com/TRACKLIMITS (Minimum $75 purchase). Get started with Notion today—sign up for free at http://notion.com/tracklimits In this high-energy return episode, Ruth Buscombe — renowned F1 strategist and F1TV contributor — joins us again to unpack everything from preseason chaos to that Ferrari move with Lewis Hamilton. Filmed mid-workout in true Track Limits fashion, Ruth opens up about F1 strategy secrets, driver dynamics, bold predictions for 2025 & 2026, and even critter-based race planning in Canada. No, seriously. We dive deep into what makes this F1 season so unique, what fans misunderstand about strategy, and why running tracks with drivers is more valuable than most people think. 🎙️ Episode Highlights -Lewis Hamilton vs Charles Leclerc: Who’s #1 at Ferrari? -Why 2024 could be F1’s tightest season in years -Rookie overload: Is this the new F1 generation? -Ruth’s bold take: “There might not be many surprises this season” -What it’s really like strategizing for a 24-race calendar -Montreal’s “critter chaos” and how it changes race strategy -Fitness and running with drivers like Valtteri Bottas -Creating F1 TV strategy content and surprising the Red Bull team with data -Reflecting on race-day emotions, commentary, and iconic driver moments -Will Ruth write a book next? 👀 🔥 Must-Watch Moments -“Ferrari would prioritize the driver title even if it hurts the constructors.” -“Lewis over a lap? Charles might have the edge.” -“You don’t need to beat Max. You just need to come P2.” -“Strategy insights? Sometimes we catch what teams miss.” -“F1 fans don’t realize how physical this life really is.” 📲 Enjoying this episode? Don’t forget to like, subscribe & hit the bell for more deep dives into Formula 1 with drivers, engineers, strategists & content creators. 00:00 – Intro & Taylor Swift banter 03:50 – Ruth’s off-season & 24-hour racing at Daytona 07:25 – Lewis to Ferrari: strategy, hype & headlines 10:48 – The truth about constructors vs. driver priorities 14:35 – Rookie pressure & why 2024 might be brutal 18:10 – Max dominance vs. F1’s midfield chaos 22:05 – What fans misunderstand about race strategy 27:40 – Media misquotes, F1 Twitter & online chaos 32:15 – Critters on track: Canadian GP strategy nightmares 36:42 – Training with drivers: why running matters in F1 42:05 – Ruth on emotion, performance & what comes next 52:00 – Would Ruth ever write a book? 53:10 – Final thoughts & outro #RuthBuscombe #F1Podcast #TrackLimitsPodcast #Formula1 #Ferrari #LewisHamilton #CharlesLeclerc #F1Strategy #F1TV #F1Content Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 h
  • The Life of F1 Content Creators - Luke & Ponden | S03EP06
    May 21 2025
    In this episode of Track Limits, we're joined by two of the internet’s favourite F1 creators: Luke Sam and Ponden (aka Blake Dalton). From viral watch-alongs to sim racing with Red Bull Racing, they’ve built massive online audiences while staying deeply rooted in the passion that first brought them to Formula 1. They open up about leaving Australia to pursue content creation in the UK, the power of Drive to Survive, crazy stories from Vegas and Silverstone, and the challenge of staying original in a 24-race F1 calendar. Expect laughter, spicy takes, and some honest reflections on burnout, community, and the future of F1 media. ⏱️ Episode Highlights - How Drive to Survive inspired both their F1 journeys - Leaving Australia to go all-in on F1 content creation - What it's like working with Red Bull’s sim racing team - Their thoughts on Oscar Piastri, Liam Lawson, and the rise of Aussie talent - Chaos in Vegas, Silverstone war stories & wild fan moments - Sim racing, iRacing leagues, and how gaming fuels F1 passion - Hot takes: Why Ferrari might win Constructors and Lewis might struggle at Ferrari - Content burnout, sprint weekends, and the pressure of staying creative - Why F1 2025 & F175 have them cautiously optimistic - The future of F1 media — and why the community matters 🔥 Must-Watch Moments - “We moved to the UK without a house… and it worked out.” - “I pretended to win the $200,000 Autosport Award.” - “Sim racing helped me fall in love with Formula 1.” - “Sprint weekends? Honestly… they’re a content creator’s dream.” - “F175 is risky — but F1 needs to keep trying new things.” 📌 Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more stories from the F1 paddock and beyond. #TrackLimitsPodcast #LukeSam #Ponden #F1Creators #RedBullRacing #SimRacing #Formula1 #DriveToSurvive #F1Podcast #F1Community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    42 min